Italian Tufted Sofa
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2010s Italian Modern Sofas
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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2010s Italian Sofas
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Late 20th Century Sofas
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2010s American Modern Sofas
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery
20th Century Italian Sofas
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Leather
Antique 19th Century Italian Sofas
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2010s Italian Sofas
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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Early 20th Century Unknown Federal Sofas
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Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery
Antique 19th Century Unknown Empire Sofas
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Sofas
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Sofas
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Vintage 1960s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Metal
2010s Italian Sofas
Textile
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1960s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s Italian Sofas
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2010s Italian Sofas
Leather
2010s Italian Sofas
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2010s Italian Modern Sofas
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2010s Italian Sofas
Textile
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Suede
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Textile
2010s Italian Sofas
Textile
2010s Italian Sofas
Velvet
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather
2010s Italian Sofas
Other
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Sofas
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s Italian Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s Italian Sofas
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Finding the Right seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
- What is a tufted sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021In 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 does tufted sofa mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The term “tufted sofa” means a sofa that features folds and pleats in its upholstery. Tufting adds patterns to sofas and couches. A classic example is button-tufting where rows of fabric-wrapped buttons appear in indentations. On 1stDibs, shop a range of tufted sofas.
- What is an Italian sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024An 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022With Italian leather, you want to avoid getting the material wet. If you can, use a dry cloth or vacuum to remove dirt. For stains, use a damp cloth, but avoid chemical cleaners. Save the hassle and shop a collection of Italian leather furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is an Italian leather sofa good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Yes, an Italian leather sofa is typically good. Italian leather is known for being a high-quality material that is pleasing to the eye and has a luxurious, supple feel. As a result, it can be a fine option for sofas. Keep in mind that the sturdiness and strength of the frame and the resilience of the padding and suspension systems inside of sofas also impact their quality and durability. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of leather sofas.
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