Find many varieties of an authentic olive couch available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of
animal skin,
leather and
wood, every olive couch was constructed with great care. Find 42 options for an antique or vintage olive couch now, or shop our selection of 20 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect olive couch — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An olive couch made by
Modern designers — as well as those associated with
Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one olive couch that is appealing in its simplicity, but
Stephen Kenn,
De Sede and
Milo Baughman produced versions that are worth a look.
Prices for an olive couch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $686 and can go as high as $30,956, while the average can fetch as much as $5,733.
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.