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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The fainting couch was a seating spot available to women who would faint from having their corsets on too tightly. The silhouette of the couch has a traditional backing like a regular couch with one end open. Browse a selection of fainting couches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Victorian fainting couch is a piece of furniture that has one raised end and one low end. It accommodates one person who rests their back against the high end and stretches their legs out along the seat. Today, this piece of furniture is known as a chaise lounge. Find a selection of fainting couches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Another name for a fainting couch is chaise lounge. The type of furnishing came into popularity during the middle of the 19th century. People typically sat on them with their backs positioned against the high end and their legs spread out along the seat. Find a collection of fainting couches on 1stDibs.
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