What is a tufted sofa?

In a tufted sofa, the upholstery fabric is tightly pulled and folded into a geometric pattern and secured by buttons. The cushions on a tufted sofa remain plump and quite comfortable over time. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tufted sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

A Dune sofa is not a particular type of sofa. Instead, it is a style name that several furniture makers have given to pieces they have produced. Among these makers are Nor11, Maiden Home and Ralph Pucci. You may also see the word “dune” used to indicate the color of a sofa. In this context, the term likely refers to a sandy beige shade.Mid-century modern furniture and Space Age design enthusiasts know French designer Pierre Paulin for his low-slung Dune seating collection, which is a favorite of musician Frank Ocean. Paulin’s Dune series features four different interchangeable modules for a custom arrangement.On 1stDibs, find a large selection of sofas.

What is a sofa plinth?

A sofa plinth is a low base or pedestal that a sofa rests on. It borrows its name from a platform used to support an arch in classical architecture. People also call statue bases plinths. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage sofas.

What is a sofa suite?

Also known as living room suites or a three-piece suite, sofa suites are usually sofas with two matching chairs. On 1stDibs you will find a variety of options for antique, new and vintage sofa suites.

What is a sofa armchair?

A sofa armchair is a type of armchair. Specifically, the term describes an armchair with thick cushions on its backrest and seat and a deep frame that provides plenty of space for the user to settle in and relax. As a result, it offers the comfort typically associated with a sofa in a single-seat design, which is how this type of accent chair gets its name. Find a large selection of armchairs on 1stDibs.

What is a serpentine sofa?

A serpentine sofa is an upholstered seating solution with a curvy shape reminiscent of the letter “S.” Vladimir Kagan designed the piece of furniture in 1950, and it has since become one of the best-known couches of the mid-century period. On 1stDibs, find a range of serpentine sofas.

What is a recamier sofa?

A recamier sofa is a type of couch that features a high curved headrest and a low footrest. This type of sofa is sometimes backless that can be kept flat across the wall. A recamier sofa looks great in a living room, bedroom, study or elsewhere in your home. Shop a range of antique and vintage recamier sofas on 1stDibs.

What is a Sheraton sofa?

A Sheraton sofa refers to a specific neo-classical English furniture style that features round tapered legs with contrasting veneer inlays. Sheraton style grew in popularity in the late 18th century and remains to be a home-décor favorite for its classic style. Shop a selection of authentic Sheraton pieces on 1stDibs.

What is a chaise on a sofa?

A chaise, also known as a chaise longue (or, as it is sometimes spelled in the United States, a “chaise lounge”), is a long, upholstered sofa in the shape of a chair that can be used to prop one's legs upon. The name "chaise" refers to any long, reclining chair in modern French interior design, and the English translation is "long chair."

What is a modular sofa?

A modular sofa is an upholstered seating solution meant to accommodate two or more people. Unlike standard sofas, modular designs feature multiple individual pieces that you can mix, match and arrange into different shapes and configurations. You will sometimes see them called sectional sofas. Find a range of modular sofas on 1stDibs.

What is a studio sofa?

A studio sofa is similar to a futon in that it’s multifunctional. Studio sofas can be converted into a double bed by flattening out the frame.

What is an Empire sofa?

The Empire movement in design started in the 19th century and is characterized by straight lines in rigid symmetrical compositions. Empire sofas, and furniture specifically, are part of the French neoclassical style. Shop a collection of Empire sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is an Italian sofa?

An Italian sofa is a sofa manufactured in Italy or produced by an Italian furniture maker. Some well-known Italian furniture brands include B&B Italia, Cassina, Mario Bellini, Alias and Afra & Tobia Scarpa. Keep in mind that an Italian sofa is different from an Italian leather sofa. Italian leather is a full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather produced in Italy. High-end furniture makers from all over the world use Italian leather as upholstery. Therefore, a sofa with this name may have been manufactured in Italy or elsewhere. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.

By the strictest definition, a sofa is not a chair. Generally, a chair is a seating solution for one person. Since a sofa seats more than one person at a time, it usually isn't considered a chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs and sofas.

When was the sofa invented?

No one knows for sure when the first sofa was invented. However, ancient versions of the furniture date back to 2000 B.C. in Egypt. Generally, Jay Wellingdon Couch receives credit for inventing the modern sofa in 1895. People even use his surname, Couch, as another name for the sofa. Explore a large selection of couches on 1stDibs.

Why is it called a sofa?

Why it is called a sofa is due to the history of the term. Sofa originated from the Arabic word soffa, which describes a low seat covered with plush pillows. French makers began producing their own versions of these furnishings in the 17th century, and by the 18th century, they had spread to other areas in Europe and were being referred to as sofas. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.

What is a Knoll Sofa?

A Knoll sofa, or a Knole sofa, is an interesting piece of furniture that’s believed to have its origins in the 1600s and to be the precursor to the modern sofa. It features two side-by-side cushions and arms that are as high as the back of the sofa. The most interesting feature is that these arms can often be tied back or dropped to change the profile of the sofa. Find an assortment of Knole sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a Chesterfield sofa?

A Chesterfield sofa is a couch with rolled arms that are as tall as the back of the sofa. They always feature deep button tufting everywhere, including the cushion.

What is a Lawson sofa?

A Lawson sofa is characterized by a classic-shaped frame, with deep detachable cushions. The arms might be straight or feature a slight roll. The sofa is often decorated with complementary pillows to offer an extra level of comfort. Find a selection of Lawson sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

French Down Sofa

Down Filled Loveseat

Brocade Couch

Carved Wood Louis Sofa

Down Couch

French Provincial Couch

French Country Settees

Brown Silk Couch

Belgian Linen Sofa

Taylor King French Damask Silk Down Filled 3 Seat Rolled High Arm Sofa Couch 91"

$2,940Sale Price|30% Off

H 37 in W 91 in D 40 in

Taylor King French Damask Silk Down Filled 3 Seat Rolled High Arm Sofa Couch 91"

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage Taylor King three seat sofa or couch featuring a down filled silk Damask fabric with

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Late 20th Century French Provincial Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood, Down

Fine Carved Gold Upholstery Country French c1920s Down Filled Cushion Sofa MINT

$4,400

H 34 in W 75 in D 32 in

Fine Carved Gold Upholstery Country French c1920s Down Filled Cushion Sofa MINT

By Columbus Hickory Furniture Co.

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Fine Carved Gold Upholstery Country French c1920s Down Filled Cushion Sofa MINT

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20th Century American French Provincial Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Regency Louis XV Silk Paisley Jacquard Down Sofa

$3,250

H 29.5 in W 72.5 in D 24 in

Vintage Regency Louis XV Silk Paisley Jacquard Down Sofa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Presenting an exquisite Vintage Regency Louis XV Silk Jacquard Paisley Down Sofa, a truly elegant

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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Sofas

Materials

Silk, Wood, Feathers

Classic French Art Deco 1930 Style Leather Club Sofa / Couch

$1,480Sale Price|81% Off

H 32 in W 79 in D 32 in

Classic French Art Deco 1930 Style Leather Club Sofa / Couch

Located in New York, NY

Classic French Art Deco 1930 style stitched, grey leather sofa circa 1970 with pure, clean lines

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Leather, Down

Victorian Down Chinoiserie Carved Wood Claw Rattan Cane Sofa Chairs , Set of 3

$11,100Sale Price / set|40% Off

H 32 in W 71 in D 29 in

Victorian Down Chinoiserie Carved Wood Claw Rattan Cane Sofa Chairs , Set of 3

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, Victorian rare suite you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is statement piece w...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Wood

Pierre Chapo Leather & Elm Model S22R Three-Seater Sofa, France 1960's

$18,500

H 30 in W 82 in D 34 in

Pierre Chapo Leather & Elm Model S22R Three-Seater Sofa, France 1960's

By Pierre Chapo

Located in New York, NY

The largest of the S22 series with three-seat. This sofa is all original with down filled leather

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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Sofas

Materials

Brass

Comfortable 1980's Steiner Modular Pillow Sofa Paris France, Original Fabric

$7,000 / set

H 32.68 in W 106.3 in D 39.38 in

Comfortable 1980's Steiner Modular Pillow Sofa Paris France, Original Fabric

By Steiner

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Comfortable & Classic 'Pillow' Modular sofa made by Steiner Paris Marked all over with Steiner and

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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Plastic, Down

Vintage French Knole Style Silk Down Filled High Arm Loveseat Settee Sofa Couch

$2,100Sale Price|30% Off

H 42 in W 75 in D 38 in

Vintage French Knole Style Silk Down Filled High Arm Loveseat Settee Sofa Couch

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage silk down filled loveseat / settee / sofa or couch featuring a formal tapered chaise lounge

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Late 20th Century French Provincial Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood, Down

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Early 19th Century Louis XIV Sofa

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H 37 in W 74 in D 24 in

Early 19th Century Louis XIV Sofa

Located in Atlanta, GA

Comfort and beauty are found here in this lovely French sofa. A loose down cushion rests on a tight

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Antique 1860s Unknown Louis XIV Sofas

Magnificent sofa size tapestry Pillow

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H 1,819 in W 4,546 in D 6 in

Magnificent sofa size tapestry Pillow

Located in Scarsdale, NY

This unique tapastry pillow is filled with vibrant color and life. The trim is exquisite. The tapastry is at least turn of the century. It was made into a pillow later. The top ...

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Antique 19th Century French Pillows and Throws

Materials

Down

Antique French Sofa in Belgian Linen and Down Cushion

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H 31 in W 85 in D 35 in

Antique French Sofa in Belgian Linen and Down Cushion

Located in New York, NY

Gorgeous Antique Sofa from France (c. 1800s), upholstered in a natural belgian linen, with a soft

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Antique 19th Century French Sofas

Antique French Sofa in Belgian Linen and Down Cushion

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H 31.5 in W 83 in D 36 in

Antique French Sofa in Belgian Linen and Down Cushion

Located in New York, NY

Gorgeous Antique Sofa from France (c. early 1900s), upholstered in a white belgian linen, with a

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Early 20th Century French Sofas

Mid Century French Provincial Down Filled Blue Velvet Floral Day Sofa Couch 98"

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H 28 in W 98 in D 34 in

Mid Century French Provincial Down Filled Blue Velvet Floral Day Sofa Couch 98"

By Interior Crafts

Located in Dayton, OH

Retro Mid Century French Provincial day sofa by Interior Crafts. Features scalloped frame with

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Mid-20th Century French Provincial Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood

Pair of French Leather Sofas with Down Cushions, Mid-20th Century

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H 33.5 in W 69.5 in D 30 in

Pair of French Leather Sofas with Down Cushions, Mid-20th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

In excellent condition with seat cushions refreshed with additional down, feet added later.

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Mid-20th Century French Sofas

Vintage Mid Century French Silk Brocade Down Filled Track Arm Sofa Couch Fringe

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H 30 in W 110 in D 38 in

Vintage Mid Century French Silk Brocade Down Filled Track Arm Sofa Couch Fringe

Located in Dayton, OH

Stunning mid century track arm sofa. A rectangular frame upholstered in an old world off-white silk

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Silk, Hardwood

Vintage Baker French Damask Green 2 Seat Rolled Arm Down Filled Sofa Couch 80"

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H 29 in W 79 in D 35 in

Vintage Baker French Damask Green 2 Seat Rolled Arm Down Filled Sofa Couch 80"

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Dayton, OH

A charming vintage Baker Furniture traditional rolled arm sofa, circa 1995. Features green damask

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1990s Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Cal-Mode Rustic Dark Oak French Country Down Filled Settee Sofa

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H 36 in W 58 in D 38 in

Cal-Mode Rustic Dark Oak French Country Down Filled Settee Sofa

By Minton-Spidell

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Cal-Mode Rustic Dark Oak French Country Down Filled Settee Sofa Additional information: Materials

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20th Century Rustic Sofas

Materials

Feathers, Wood

Vintage Rococo Cane Sofa Upholstered in European Hemp Linen Fabric with Down

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H 39 in W 80 in D 36 in

Vintage Rococo Cane Sofa Upholstered in European Hemp Linen Fabric with Down

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Late 19th century to Early 20th century Rococo style sofa with original green and French gray color

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Linen, Hemp, Cane, Wood, Down

French Louis XV Style Sofa

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H 38.5 in W 76 in D 33 in

French Louis XV Style Sofa

Located in Pembroke, MA

French Louis XV style carved walnut sofa, with nice floral cartouche and crest rail detailing

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Antique 19th Century French Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Linen, Feathers, Down

19th Century Painted French Upholstered Sofa

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H 38 in W 54 in D 33 in

19th Century Painted French Upholstered Sofa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th century French sofa upholstered in washed Belgium linen with a loose down wrapped cushion.

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Antique 19th Century French Sofas

Materials

Wood, Paint, Down, Foam

French Country Custom Made Sofa

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H 34 in W 76 in D 39 in

French Country Custom Made Sofa

Located in Pasadena, TX

A vintage custom made French country sofa. New off white upholstery with a single down filled

Category

20th Century American Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Down

Louis XV Style French Walnut Sofa

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H 36.5 in W 81.5 in D 31.75 in

Louis XV Style French Walnut Sofa

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

French walnut Louis XV sofa has over 120 man hours invested in its restoration of the wood alone

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Down

Antique French Louis XV Green Velvet Sofa

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H 34 in W 86.5 in D 30 in

Antique French Louis XV Green Velvet Sofa

Located in West Hartford, CT

Stunning 19th Century French Louis XV style wooden three-seat sofa with cabriole legs and luxurious

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Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Fruitwood, Down

Antique French Louis XV Canape Settee Sofa

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H 36 in W 56 in D 28 in

Antique French Louis XV Canape Settee Sofa

Located in Southampton, NJ

A French, Louis XV style walnut canapé from the mid-19th century with wraparound back, scrolled

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Walnut, Down

Vintage Boho Custom Down Sofa in Pierre Frey “La Rivière Enchantee”

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H 35 in W 81.5 in D 25 in

Vintage Boho Custom Down Sofa in Pierre Frey “La Rivière Enchantee”

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A spectacular vintage Boho custom down sofa. Upholstered in the extraordinary Pierre Frey’s “La

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21st Century and Contemporary French Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Feathers

French Sofa in the Manner of Maison Jansen

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H 44.88 in W 71.5 in D 23.5 in

French Sofa in the Manner of Maison Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in Austin, TX

Rare 1900 French sofa in the manner of Maison Jansen, caned back, hand carved frame with rope

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Wood, Down, Cotton

French Louis XV Carved Wingback Crewel Sofa

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H 38 in W 109 in D 35 in

French Louis XV Carved Wingback Crewel Sofa

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Grand French wingback sofa or canapé a oreilles made in the Louis XV taste. Features a large triple

Category

20th Century French Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Brass

Roche Bobois 1980s Modular Sectional Sofa Made in France

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H 28 in W 228 in D 39 in

Roche Bobois 1980s Modular Sectional Sofa Made in France

By Roche Bobois

Located in Toronto, ON

Spectacular sectional sofa by Roche Bobois (tagged). Made in France by custom order in the 1980s

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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

19th Century Carved Walnut Painted and Upholstered French Sofa

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H 42 in W 85 in D 36 in

19th Century Carved Walnut Painted and Upholstered French Sofa

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Exquisite French Louis XV style sofa with large carved roses, leaves and ribbons. We have

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Walnut, Down

Antique Louis XVI Style French Sofa in Natural Belgian Linen

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H 37 in W 78 in D 30 in

Antique Louis XVI Style French Sofa in Natural Belgian Linen

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Beautiful Classic Louis XVI style sofa that has been refinished in our oyster white finish, with

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20th Century French Louis XVI Sofas

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Wood, Down

Antique French Roses Carved Sofa Upholstered in Belgian Linen

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H 39 in W 67 in D 32 in

Antique French Roses Carved Sofa Upholstered in Belgian Linen

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

20th century sofa in the Louis XV style painted in a soft oyster white, with slight distress and

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Down, Giltwood, Linen, Upholstery, Wood

19th Century Antique French Cane Back Louis XV Style Sofa

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H 38 in W 68.5 in D 26 in

19th Century Antique French Cane Back Louis XV Style Sofa

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Beautiful French cane back sofa has been painted in a soft antique oyster white with subtle

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Cane, Down, Linen, Mahogany, Upholstery

20th Century French Louis XV Style Linen Upholstered Sofa

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H 39 in W 81 in D 30.5 in

20th Century French Louis XV Style Linen Upholstered Sofa

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

20th century French Louis XV Style linen upholstered sofa A beautiful French style sofa

Category

20th Century European Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Down, Wood

19th Century Louis XV French Giltwood Rococo Sofa in Belgian Linen

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H 37 in W 75 in D 31 in

19th Century Louis XV French Giltwood Rococo Sofa in Belgian Linen

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

A beautiful giltwood Rococo style sofa has been reupholstered in our 100% organic Belgian linen

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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Sofas

Materials

Down, Giltwood, Linen, Upholstery

20th Century French Louis XV Daybed Style Sofa Upholstered in Belgian Linen

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H 31.5 in W 81 in D 36 in

20th Century French Louis XV Daybed Style Sofa Upholstered in Belgian Linen

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Lovely French Louis XV style sofa painted in our grain sack grey paint, and hand distressed aged

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20th Century French Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Linen, Wood, Down

Painted Louis XVI Style French Country Sofa Settee in White Linen

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H 40.5 in W 63 in D 30 in

Painted Louis XVI Style French Country Sofa Settee in White Linen

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Beautiful French carved sofa in the Classic Louis XVI style. We painted this frame in a soft clam

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas

Materials

Down, Feathers, Linen, Upholstery, Wood

Early 20th Century French Country Style Belgian Linen Upholstered Sofa

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H 33.5 in W 77 in D 34 in

Early 20th Century French Country Style Belgian Linen Upholstered Sofa

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Early 20th century French country style Belgian linen upholstered sofa. The wood frame has a

Category

Early 20th Century American Country Sofas

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Walnut, Down

Late 19th Century Carved Walnut Sofa with Antique French Grainsack Upholstery

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H 44 in W 35 in L 44 in

Late 19th Century Carved Walnut Sofa with Antique French Grainsack Upholstery

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Late 19th century carved walnut sofa with antique French Grainsack upholstery Measures: 81" W x 44

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Antique Late 19th Century European Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Linen, Walnut, Down

Antique Louis XV Style Painted and Upholstered French Sofa in Belgian Linen

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H 43 in W 83 in D 34 in

Antique Louis XV Style Painted and Upholstered French Sofa in Belgian Linen

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Antique Louis XV Style Painted and Upholstered French Sofa in Belgian Linen This sofa has been

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20th Century European Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Linen, Wood, Down

Post Modern Roche Bobois Sofa

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H 30 in W 85 in D 40 in

Post Modern Roche Bobois Sofa

By Roche Bobois

Located in Miami, FL

Newly reupholstered post-modern sofa by Roche Bobois. The overstuffed vintage couch features: a fun

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20th Century French Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Wood, Down

Vtg French Louis XV Style Down Filled Distress Painted Recamier Chaise Lounge

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H 32 in W 27 in L 32 in

Vtg French Louis XV Style Down Filled Distress Painted Recamier Chaise Lounge

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage French Louis XV Style Down Filled Cushion Distress Painted Recamier Chaise Lounge Fainting

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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

French Painted & Giltwood Caned Settee

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H 42 in W 79 in D 30 in

French Painted & Giltwood Caned Settee

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Grand in everyway, this French carved painted and parcel gilt settee with double caned back and

Category

Vintage 1940s French Sofas

Materials

Wood, Paint, Down

Pair of Chic, , Zebra Ultra Suede Love Seats

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H 30 in W 48 in D 35 in

Pair of Chic, , Zebra Ultra Suede Love Seats

Located in Bellport, NY

Very genorous seating,with a curvaceous barrel back.All new upholstery in a Zebra Ultra Suede,down/cotton cushion, rare finds.

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Early 20th Century French Sofas

Materials

Down

Jean-Michel Frank & Adolphe Chanaux Canape Club 1930

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H 28.75 in W 63 in D 34.26 in

Jean-Michel Frank & Adolphe Chanaux Canape Club 1930

By Jean-Michel Frank, Ecart International, Adolphe Chanaux & Co.

Located in Dronten, NL

Canape Club 1930 designed in 1930 by Jean-Michel Frank & Adolphe Chanaux. Made circa 1990 by Ecart International, Paris. Frame and cushions covered in fabric. Seat cushions in Bu...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Down

Early 18th Century Painted Canapé

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H 37 in W 78 in D 31 in

Early 18th Century Painted Canapé

Located in Chireno, TX

Early 18th century Regence canapé (sofa), with later paint and newly upholstered with down-wrap

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Antique Early 18th Century French Régence Sofas

Materials

Down, Upholstery, Wood

19th Century Carved Giltwood Patina Settee in Natural Linens

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H 41.5 in W 67 in D 32 in

19th Century Carved Giltwood Patina Settee in Natural Linens

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Fabulous giltwood settee with aged bronzy finish and glaze. We have reupholstered this in a thick nubby soft burlap style linen in a light oatmeal color and the seat cushion is done ...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Linen, Giltwood, Down

Lovely French Regency Down Filled Sette Loveseat Sofa

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H 31.5 in W 52 in D 28 in

Lovely French Regency Down Filled Sette Loveseat Sofa

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Super comfortable down-filled French Regency settee. Solid Fruitwood frame with age-related

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Vintage 1940s American Regency Loveseats

Materials

Fruitwood

Baker Furniture French Tuxedo Roll Arm Down Filled Sofa Couch Love Seat Brocade

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H 32 in W 86 in D 90 in

Baker Furniture French Tuxedo Roll Arm Down Filled Sofa Couch Love Seat Brocade

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Dayton, OH

Late 20th Century Vintage Baker Furniture Tuxedo sofa. A rectangular form upholstered in a white

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Late 20th Century French Provincial Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery

Antique 19th Century Carved Walnut Good Down Filled French Louis XVI Sofa

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H 41 in W 83 in D 29.5 in

Antique 19th Century Carved Walnut Good Down Filled French Louis XVI Sofa

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a spectacular French made antique 1890s sofa in the corbielle style. The sofa has a tall

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Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Settees

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Vintage French Louis XVI Down Filled Yellow Upholstered Love Seat Settee Sofa

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H 35.5 in W 60.5 in D 31.5 in

Vintage French Louis XVI Down Filled Yellow Upholstered Love Seat Settee Sofa

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage French Louis XVI style canapé loveseat or sofa, circa 1970s. Features a wrap around curved

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Vintage 1970s Louis XVI Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Vintage Painted French Sofa in Natural Linen

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H 34.5 in W 67 in D 29 in

Vintage Painted French Sofa in Natural Linen

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Soft oyster white paint finish, with a subtle hand rubbed antique glaze, and reupholstered in a soft oatmeal color natural linen. Linen is a 15oz Belgian linen, and seat is a down w...

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20th Century French Louis XVI Canapes

Materials

Down, Linen, Wood

Vintage Natural Linen Brocade Custom Round Arm Floral Jacquard Sofa, Down-Filled

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H 33.5 in W 81 in D 36 in

Vintage Natural Linen Brocade Custom Round Arm Floral Jacquard Sofa, Down-Filled

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gorgeous vintage natural linen brocade custom round arm floral Jacquard sofa, down-filled and

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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery

French Louis XVI Period Sofa

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H 38.25 in W 68 in D 23 in

French Louis XVI Period Sofa

Located in Pembroke, MA

An elegant neoclassical Louis XVI period sofa or canapé, with down-stuffed separate seat cushion

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Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Down

French Louis XV Provincial Style Carved Serpentine Sofa

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H 32 in W 85 in D 28.5 in

French Louis XV Provincial Style Carved Serpentine Sofa

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Impressive French carved sofa made in the Louis XV or Provincial style. Features a beautifully

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20th Century French Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Down

Christian Audigier Grande-Dame French Provincial Toile Tufted Sofa

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H 30 in W 118 in D 46 in

Christian Audigier Grande-Dame French Provincial Toile Tufted Sofa

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Monumental Grande Dame tufted sofa featuring a toile de jouy French provincial style fabric

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21st Century and Contemporary American French Provincial Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood, Down

Louis XVI Style Giltwood French Sofa Settee in Irish Linen

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H 47 in W 74 in D 34 in

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French Down Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic French down sofa available at 1stDibs. A French down sofa — often made from down, wood and fabric — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the French down sofa you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each French down sofa bearing Louis XV, Louis XVI or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular.

How Much is a French Down Sofa?

The average selling price for a French down sofa at 1stDibs is $5,295, while they’re typically $1,250 on the low end and $14,600 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus.

The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.

In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness.

Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.

With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.

Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.

Questions About French Down Sofa

What is a tufted sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
In a tufted sofa, the upholstery fabric is tightly pulled and folded into a geometric pattern and secured by buttons. The cushions on a tufted sofa remain plump and quite comfortable over time. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tufted sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is a Dune sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
A Dune sofa is not a particular type of sofa. Instead, it is a style name that several furniture makers have given to pieces they have produced. Among these makers are Nor11, Maiden Home and Ralph Pucci. You may also see the word “dune” used to indicate the color of a sofa. In this context, the term likely refers to a sandy beige shade.

Mid-century modern furniture and Space Age design enthusiasts know French designer Pierre Paulin for his low-slung Dune seating collection, which is a favorite of musician Frank Ocean. Paulin’s Dune series features four different interchangeable modules for a custom arrangement.

On 1stDibs, find a large selection of sofas.
What is the most comfortable sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The most comfortable sofa is a personal choice and will depend upon the sofa seat’s depth and height, filling and upholstery, back height and the back-pitch angle to recline or not to recline. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Today, options abound when it comes to style, material and comfort. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern sofas.
What is a sofa plinth?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A sofa plinth is a low base or pedestal that a sofa rests on. It borrows its name from a platform used to support an arch in classical architecture. People also call statue bases plinths. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage sofas.
What is a sofa suite?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Also known as living room suites or a three-piece suite, sofa suites are usually sofas with two matching chairs. On 1stDibs you will find a variety of options for antique, new and vintage sofa suites.
What is a sofa armchair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
A sofa armchair is a type of armchair. Specifically, the term describes an armchair with thick cushions on its backrest and seat and a deep frame that provides plenty of space for the user to settle in and relax. As a result, it offers the comfort typically associated with a sofa in a single-seat design, which is how this type of accent chair gets its name. Find a large selection of armchairs on 1stDibs.
What is a serpentine sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A serpentine sofa is an upholstered seating solution with a curvy shape reminiscent of the letter “S.” Vladimir Kagan designed the piece of furniture in 1950, and it has since become one of the best-known couches of the mid-century period. On 1stDibs, find a range of serpentine sofas.
What is a recamier sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
A recamier sofa is a type of couch that features a high curved headrest and a low footrest. This type of sofa is sometimes backless that can be kept flat across the wall. A recamier sofa looks great in a living room, bedroom, study or elsewhere in your home. Shop a range of antique and vintage recamier sofas on 1stDibs.
What is a Sheraton sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Sheraton sofa refers to a specific neo-classical English furniture style that features round tapered legs with contrasting veneer inlays. Sheraton style grew in popularity in the late 18th century and remains to be a home-décor favorite for its classic style. Shop a selection of authentic Sheraton pieces on 1stDibs.
What is a chaise on a sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A chaise, also known as a chaise longue (or, as it is sometimes spelled in the United States, a “chaise lounge”), is a long, upholstered sofa in the shape of a chair that can be used to prop one's legs upon. The name "chaise" refers to any long, reclining chair in modern French interior design, and the English translation is "long chair."
What is a modular sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A modular sofa is an upholstered seating solution meant to accommodate two or more people. Unlike standard sofas, modular designs feature multiple individual pieces that you can mix, match and arrange into different shapes and configurations. You will sometimes see them called sectional sofas. Find a range of modular sofas on 1stDibs.
What is a studio sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
A studio sofa is similar to a futon in that it’s multifunctional. Studio sofas can be converted into a double bed by flattening out the frame.
What is an Empire sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The Empire movement in design started in the 19th century and is characterized by straight lines in rigid symmetrical compositions. Empire sofas, and furniture specifically, are part of the French neoclassical style. Shop a collection of Empire sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An Empire sofa is a type of sofa associated with the Empire style of art and architecture that came out of early 19th-century France. The designs of furniture in the Empire style were actually quite varied depending on the region which interpreted the design principles. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Empire style sofas from some of the world’s top sellers.
What is an Italian sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
An Italian sofa is a sofa manufactured in Italy or produced by an Italian furniture maker. Some well-known Italian furniture brands include B&B Italia, Cassina, Mario Bellini, Alias and Afra & Tobia Scarpa. Keep in mind that an Italian sofa is different from an Italian leather sofa. Italian leather is a full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather produced in Italy. High-end furniture makers from all over the world use Italian leather as upholstery. Therefore, a sofa with this name may have been manufactured in Italy or elsewhere. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.
Is a sofa a chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
By the strictest definition, a sofa is not a chair. Generally, a chair is a seating solution for one person. Since a sofa seats more than one person at a time, it usually isn't considered a chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs and sofas.
When was the sofa invented?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
No one knows for sure when the first sofa was invented. However, ancient versions of the furniture date back to 2000 B.C. in Egypt. Generally, Jay Wellingdon Couch receives credit for inventing the modern sofa in 1895. People even use his surname, Couch, as another name for the sofa. Explore a large selection of couches on 1stDibs.
Why is it called a sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Why it is called a sofa is due to the history of the term. Sofa originated from the Arabic word soffa, which describes a low seat covered with plush pillows. French makers began producing their own versions of these furnishings in the 17th century, and by the 18th century, they had spread to other areas in Europe and were being referred to as sofas. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.
What is a Knoll Sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Knoll sofa, or a Knole sofa, is an interesting piece of furniture that’s believed to have its origins in the 1600s and to be the precursor to the modern sofa. It features two side-by-side cushions and arms that are as high as the back of the sofa. The most interesting feature is that these arms can often be tied back or dropped to change the profile of the sofa. Find an assortment of Knole sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a Chesterfield sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A Chesterfield sofa is a couch with rolled arms that are as tall as the back of the sofa. They always feature deep button tufting everywhere, including the cushion.
What is a Lawson sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Lawson sofa is characterized by a classic-shaped frame, with deep detachable cushions. The arms might be straight or feature a slight roll. The sofa is often decorated with complementary pillows to offer an extra level of comfort. Find a selection of Lawson sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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