American Empire Mahogany Sofa with Tan and Beige Gingham Upholstery
Located in Astoria, NY
American Empire Mahogany Sofa, in tan and beige gingham upholstery. 30" H x 40" W x 22" D.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Sold
H 25.6 in W 98.43 in D 90.56 in
Gingham sectional sofa composed of 6 elements, made in France, 1970s
Located in Lyon, FR
Beautiful and rare sectional sofa from the 1970s, made in France and exclusively sold by the Galeries Lafayette.
Cotton
Painted Louis XV Style Canape in Navy Gingham Linen
Located in Kent, Dover
A French carved and painted Louis XV style canape, in subtle greens and yellows, newly upholstered in navy gingham linen.
Fruitwood
18th C Swedish Painted Settee with Green Gingham Upholstery
Located in Buchanan, NY
An outstanding 18th century Swedish sofa in green gingham upholstery with double piping.
Wood
French Country Sofa in Gingham Linen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Such a classic and pretty sofa.
In our Palm Springs warehouse.
Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.
Styles to Know
Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa
A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.
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