One Arm Sofa
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas
Fabric
2010s Brazilian Modern Chaise Longues
Upholstery, Teak, Fabric
Vintage 1950s Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1930s American Sofas
Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Fabric
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Fabric, Beech
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s Taiwanese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Cane, Rattan
1990s Sofas
Cotton
2010s Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
2010s American Minimalist Sectional Sofas
Wood
2010s American Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Hollywood Regency Sofas
Bronze, Cut Steel
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Sofas
Mahogany
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Beech
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Beech, Oak, Leather
Vintage 1980s Sofas
Velvet
2010s American Modern Sofas
Cowhide, Velvet
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Beech, Oak
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
2010s Sofas
Velvet
2010s Sofas
Leather
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery, Beech, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Aesthetic Movement Sofas
Jacquard, Velvet
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Brass
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Beech, Oak
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Sofas
Rattan
20th Century American Modern Sofas
Silk, Walnut
1990s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Steel
2010s American Modern Sofas
Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Sofas
Fabric
2010s Sofas
Fabric
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Sofas
Fabric, Oak
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Early 2000s American Baroque Sofas
Textile, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
2010s American Sofas
Leather, Bouclé, Velvet, Wood
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Bouclé, Oak
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Fabric, Beech
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Fabric, Beech
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood, Upholstery
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
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One Arm Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024A one-person sofa is called an accent chair. Less commonly, people may refer to it as a single-seater sofa. Accent chairs come in a wide variety of styles, but they typically feature upholstered backrests and seats like a sofa. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary accent chairs.
- What is a shelter arm sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A shelter arm sofa is a type of sofa wherein the sheltering arm bends outward from the sofa and has a gently sloping curve to it. Shelter arm sofas are generally praised for their comfort since they tend to cradle the person sitting. Find a wide variety of shelter arm sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a drop arm sofa for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A drop-arm sofa is designed to save space by converting into a comfortable single bed when the arms are dropped. The next morning, returning the arms to their original position turns the bed back into a sofa. Shop a collection of drop arm sofas from sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Knole drop-arm sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Knole drop-arm sofa is a settee developed during the 17th century. It usually has a rectangle back with a decorative wood trim and tall fully upholstered arms positioned at a diagonal. Originally, the sofa served as a royal seat for monarchs. You'll find a variety of Knole sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An English roll arm sofa is a style of sofa that is recognizable by its deep seat, tight untufted back and rolled arms. You can shop a collection of English roll arm sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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