ViNTAGE CHESTNUT BROWN LEATHER LIBERTY'S ART NOUVEAU CLUB SOFA CARVED WOOD FRAMe
By Liberty of London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning vintage Chestnut brown leather sofa, made in the Liberty's Art Nouveau style with n...
Leather, Hardwood
STUNNING ViNTAGE GEORGE SMITH MADE FOR LIBERTY'S LONDON KILIM THREE SEAT SOFA
By George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original George Smith three seat sofa with the period Kilim upholstery and feather filled cush...
Upholstery, Beech
Sold
H 35.83 in W 76.38 in D 33.08 in
LIBERTY'S OF LONDON IANTHE UPHOLSTERED ViNTAGE SOFA IN DISTRESSED CONDITION
By Liberty of London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this vintage distressed Liberty's of London Ianthe upholstered 2-3 seat sofa Please note the delivery fee ...
Upholstery
Liberty of London Sofa, England, circa 1890
By Liberty of London, William Burch
Located in Culver City, CA
Liberty of London Sofa England, circa 1890 Beautifully designed sofa by William Birch, traditionally reupholstered in the 1970’s.
Wood
Sold
H 35.83 in W 76.38 in D 33.08 in
LIBERTY OF LONDON IANTHE UPHOLSTERED VINTAGE SOFA FOR RESTORATION FABRIC REPAIRs
By Liberty of London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this vintage distressed Liberty's of London Ianthe upholstered 2-3 seat sofa Please note the delivery fee ...
Upholstery
Sold
H 35.04 in W 74.81 in D 37.8 in
Stunning Liberty London Classic English Sofa Ianthe Linen Union Fabric Rare Find
By Liberty & Co.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning and original fully labelled Liberty London two to three seat sofa upholstered in Ianthe Linen Union fabric in brand new condition ...
Fabric, Birch
Sold
H 33.86 in W 72.84 in D 74.81 in
Libertys London Ianthe Upholstery Two-Three Seat Sofabed by Flemming and Howland
By Liberty & Co., Fleming & Howland
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Liberty London Ianthe upholstery Felmming & Howland sofabed A truly magnificent piece, the upholstery is just about a classic Eng...
Fabric
Sold
H 35.44 in W 73.23 in D 31.3 in
Rare Lisa Whatmough for Liberty London Victorian 1860 Satinwood Patchwork Sofa
By Lisa Whatmough
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare Lisa Whatmough made for Liberty London Victorian, circa 1860 Satinwood silk and velvet patchwork sofa Please note the delivery p...
Silk, Velvet, Satinwood
Sold
H 29.93 in W 86.62 in D 34.45 in
Liberty's London Leather and Fabric Chesterfield Sofa Fleming & Howland
By Liberty & Co., Fleming & Howland
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this original Liberty’s of London Chesterfield club sofa made by Fleming and Howland RRP £5999 A very rare find, this is an original Liberty’s s...
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Sold
H 33.27 in W 45.67 in D 22.05 in
Charles Rennie Mackintosh Art Nouveau upholstered 2 seat bench sofa berger seat
By Liberty of London, William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage stained oak two person bench with rattan berger base and world famous Charles Rennie Mackintosh Art Nouveau upholstered seat cu...
Rattan, Oak
Sold
H 32.29 in W 54.34 in D 35.83 in
Vintage Aged Brown Leather Sofa with Liberty's of London Upholstered Cushions
By Liberty of London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand made in England brown leather sofa with Liberty’s of London Peacock upholstery cushions A very good looking comfortable and w...
Leather, Upholstery
Sold
H 32.49 in W 47.25 in D 31.5 in
Libertys London Ianthe Upholstered Burr Walnut Berger Rattn Sofa Armchair Suite
By Liberty of London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely circa 1930’s Walnut frame Liberty’s London Ianthe upholstered bergère suite Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it ...
Upholstery, Rattan, Walnut
Swedish 19th Century Carved Oak Dining Chairs - Set of Six
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fabulous set of carved oak Biedermeier-style chairs from Sweden, early 19th century, with soft cut-velvet seats to enhance the sense of refinement the period is known for. The curv...
Textile, Oak
$1,550 / item
H 18 in W 12 in D 12 in
Stacked Bone and Brass Powder-Coated Table Lamp with Peekaboo Silver Leaf Shade
By Seth Premo, Arvo Ray
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Junius lamp makes a bold statement with its geometric stacked elements that appear almost to float above one another. The lamp is constructed with a powder-coated steel shade and...
Brass, Silver Leaf, Steel
Large French Ceramic Baluster Vase / Vessel
Located in London, GB
Large ceramic baluster vase. Moustiers, France c.1900’s Decorated with two mythological scenes on either side, snake handles with mascarons and horns.
Ceramic
$54,975 / set
H 0.25 in Dm 10.75 in
Set of Twelve Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bamboo Pattern Charger/Dinner Plates
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Set of Twelve Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Bamboo Pattern Charger/Dinner Plates originates from the United States, Circa 1970. This stunning set can serve as either c...
Sterling Silver
$1,900 / item
H 14 in W 9 in D 9 in
CADEN Small Ceramic Dome Table Lamp, Highly Textured Black Glaze, Kalin Asenov
By Kalin Asenov
Located in Savannah, GA
Obsidian Reef A deeply textured black lava glaze, reminiscent of coral and natural stone, with captivating shades that come alive when illuminated In Kalin Asenov's studio locat...
Ceramic
Set of Six 19th Century English Dining Chairs
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Set of Six 19th Century English mahogany dining chairs, one carver and five side chairs. With original castors. Recently recovered in quality fabric.
Fabric, Mahogany
French Art Deco Secretary Cabinet by André Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Andre Arbus Sloping mahogany secreter with two drawers and a drop-leaf door. Sycamore maple interior with six small drawers and a central niche lined with parchment; gilt bronze knob...
Brass
$20,193 / set
H 32.68 in W 41.34 in D 46.07 in
New Pair of Mulberry Custom Howard Love Seat Armchairs Morning Gallop Velvet
By Mulberry, Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale our first ever range of Luxury, prototype, custom made armchairs, they are oversized, Howard style love seat / extra large armchairs upholstered in...
Upholstery, Beech
Hedwig Bollhagen Ceramic Vase with Tiger Motif, Signed and Dated 1939
Located in Kastrup, DK
Hedwig Bollhagen (1907–2001) Unique ceramic vase by renowned German ceramicist Hedwig Bollhagen, created in 1929. The piece is signed with her monogram “HB” and dated 6 October 1939....
Ceramic
George Armchair, in COM with Summer Aged Oak, by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Beverly Chair brings timeless charm and tailored comfort to smaller spaces. Its soft, rounded silhouette and delicate piping reflect classic elegance, while the plush cushioning ...
Upholstery, Wood, Oak
Mid-18th Century Red, Blue, & Green Antique Pile French Aubusson Rug
Located in New York, NY
Red, Blue, & Green Antique Pile French Aubusson Rug with a Center Medallion Made in France, circa 1746-1762 Provenance: William & Babe Paley 22' 8" x 15' 4" (690.88 x 467.36 cm)
Wool
Original Art Deco Credenza, Mexico, 1930s
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1930, We offer this Original Mexican Art Deco Credenza. Made in solid pine wood. This piece represents the pure Mexican art deco of the 30's.
Pine
Large Moose Taxidermy Mount
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Moose shoulder mount. Older lodge mount. 62"H x 64"W protrudes 48" Absolutely stunning size, great condition. Perfect for large rooms, cabins, rustic decor. Period: Contemporary Or...
Animal Skin
$47,115
H 40 in W 77.5 in D 20 in
English Regency Period Gilded and Amboyna Side Cabinet with Green Silk Panels
Located in London, GB
A regency period parcel gilt and Amboyna Breakfront side cabinet Using the most striking amboyna veneers, of breakfront form and with parcel gilt highlights; the side cabinet re...
Silk, Giltwood, Amboyna
$47,115
H 29.93 in W 144.89 in D 30.71 in
Table Refectory Dining Seats18 Antiquarian Parquetry Elm Oak Box 368cm 145" long
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A MASSIVE, 18 SEATER, LATE-19TH CENTURY, ANTIQUARIAN, REFECTORY TABLE, with an elm top, boxwood and parquetry frieze and oak base 3.68m 145" long - It is virtually impossible to sou...
Boxwood, Elm, Oak
$5,300 / set
H 13.25 in W 10 in D 4 in
Pair Antique English Sheffield Silver Mounted Trophy Horns, Circa 1890.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair Antique English Sheffield Silver Mounted Trophy Horns, Circa 1890.
Silver
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.
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