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Milo Angular Off-White Sofa by Stefano Giovannoni
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
An exquisite example of minimalist style, this angular, wide sofa will find ideal placement in a
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile
$51,854 / item
Knoll Antimott Sofa in Off-White Alcantara
By Knoll Antimott
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Knoll Antimott, sofa, alcantara, chrome, Germany, 1960s
Somewhere between 1925-1929 Wilhelm Knoll
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Sofa in Off-White Fabric with Charcoal Veneer Base
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sofa upholstered in off-white fabric, resting on a charcoal veneer wood base. Designed for indoor
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Off-White Alpaca Sofa with Wood Details, Denmark 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
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Condition: Excellent vintage condition. This sofa has been newly reupholstered in an off-white alpaca fabric
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
Navy blue and off white panther fabric sofa, 1960s.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Navy blue and off white panther fabric sofa resting on four feet covered with fabric . France 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Space Age Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Paul McCobb for Directional Off-White Velvet Sofa, 1950s
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Miami, FL
. The couch has been recovered in a gorgeous neutral velvet. The sofa features a slight wing back and
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
$5,390 Sale Price
44% Off
Jens Risom Tufted Back Sofa in Off White. Expertly Restored
By Jens Risom
Located in Kansas City, MO
This Jens Risom high back tufted back sofa has ben expertly restored and reupholstered in an off
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage 80s Postmodern off White Light Cream bouclé Bolster Sofa
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage 80s Postmodern Bolster sofa.
The sofa has a bolstered back and seat and it supports the
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
1950s Danish Sofa in Off-White Decorative Upholstery and Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, fabric, wood, Denmark, 1950s.
This sofa has all the flair and vitality of a typical Danish
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1970s Minimalist Charles Pfister for Knoll Tuxedo Sofa -- Off White Upholstery
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in St. Louis, MO
An original three-seat tuxedo sofa, originally design in 1971 by Charles Pfister for Knoll. Elegant
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Down
Popus Editions Graziella 4 Seater Sofa in Eggshell off White Malmoe Terry Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus Editions Graziella 4 seater sofa in eggshell off white malmoe terry fabric.
A foot that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Popus Editions Graziella 2 Seater Sofa in Eggshell off White Malmoe Terry Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus Editions Graziella 2 seater sofa in eggshell off white Malmoe terry fabric
A foot that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Hand-Tailored Modern Sofa in Off-White Velvet, Walnut Base, Customizable
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Contemporary retro style sofa offered in off-white velvet and walnut base.
All hardwood frame with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Hardwood
Klaus Uredat for COR, Corbi Sectional Sofa, Off-White Corduroy, Germany, 1969
By Klaus Uredat
Located in Krefeld, DE
Corbi modular sectional sofa by Klaus Uredat for COR, Germany, circa 1969.
Developed during a
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Popus Editions Giovanna 4 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell off White Malmoe Terry Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus editions Giovanna 4 seater sofa in egg shell off-white malmoe terry fabric.
Giovanna is a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Popus Editions Giovanna 3 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell Off White Malmoe Terry Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus Editions Giovanna 3 seater sofa in Egg Shell Off-White Malmoe Terry Fabric
Giovanna is a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Off-White Boucle Bastiano Three Seater Sofa for Gavina, 1966
By Gavina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
Designed in 1966 by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, the Bastiano sofa is a masterpiece of modern
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Organic Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Sofa with Havane Velvet, w=200
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Off-White Boucle Bastiano Two Seater Sofa for Gavina, 1966
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in Vicenza, IT
Mid-Century Modern two-seater Bastiano sofa designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Potomac Leather and Antique Nickel Two-Seat Sofa with Off-White Belting
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Two Seat Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofa w/Off White Brocade Fabric by Waters
By Waters Company
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Hollywood Regency sofa by Waters wearing an off-white Brocade fabric with
Category
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Polyester, Wood
Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobios Post-Modern Croissant Sofa in Off-White Fabric
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois, sofa, reupholstered fabric, France, late 1970s
The Croissant sofa
Category
Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Large Howard Keith ‘Diplomat' Sofa for HK Furniture in Off-White Velvet, 1970s
By Howard Keith
Located in Echt, NL
Impressive large ‘Diplomat sofa in excellent condition.
Designed by Howard Keith for HK Furniture
Category
20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal, Chrome
De Sede DS-450/02 Sofa in Off-White Upholstery by Thomas Althaus
By De Sede, Thomas Althaus
Located in Brooklyn, NY
that serve the cause at hand. The DS-450 sofa adapts perfectly to a very wide variety of furnishing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Sofa, Green Velvet, w=240
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Sofa, Green Velvet, w=240
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet
De Sede DS-450/02 Sofa in Off-White Upholstery by Thomas Althaus
By Thomas Althaus, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
that serve the cause at hand. The DS-450 sofa adapts perfectly to a very wide variety of furnishing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann 1925 Hydravion Sofa in off White & Gilt Legs 1980s Copy
By Richard Himmel, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Interior Crafts
Located in St. Louis, MO
After Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann 1925 "HYDRAVION" Sofa, the H-42488 love seat sofa re-introduced by
Category
1990s American Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Giltwood
Organic Modern Off-White Boucle Upholstery Wood Base Naked Modular Sofa Combo 1
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Naked sofa reveals sculptural and organic shapes meant to embrace the user and encourage to stay
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Sofa, Havane Velvet, w=240
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet
Organic Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Sofa with Red Cotton Velvet, w=200
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet
Organic Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Sofa with Rich Cotton Velvet, w=200
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet
Popus Editions Giovanna 2.5 Seater Sofa in EggShell Off-White Como Velvet Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus Editions Giovanna 2.5 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell Off-White Como Velvet Fabric
Giovanna is a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Green Velvet, w=240
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Round Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet
Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Blue Velvet, w=240
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Round Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet
Popus Editions Graziella 3-Seater Sofa in EggShell Off White Malmoe Terry Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus Editions Graziella 3-seater sofa in Jade Lieige Cork Linen upholstery
A foot that hides
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Off White Leather "Sim;lice Sofa" by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia Maxalto
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Kansas City, MO
Cream / Ivory color leather Simplice sofa designed by Antonio Citteria for B&B Italia. Very good
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Postmodern Italian Sectional Sofa in Blue and Off-White Dots Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
overall blue tone and decorated with off-white polka dots, give the sofa a vibrant and bold look. The
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Metal
Popus Editions Graziella 4 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell off White Como Velvet Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus Editions Graziella 4 seater sofa in egg shell off white como velvet fabric
A foot that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Popus Editions Graziella 2 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell off White Como Velvet Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus editions Graziella 2 seater sofa in egg shell off white como velvet fabric
A foot that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Popus Editions Graziella 3 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell Off White Como Velvet Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus Editions Graziella 3 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell Off White Como Velvet Fabric
A foot that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Sofa, Soft Cotton Velvet, w=240
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Red Velvet, w=200
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Round Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Green Velvet, w=200
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Round Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Blue Velvet, w=200
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Round Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet
2020 Custom Sculptural Sofa in the Dunbar Style from NYC Tower in Off-White
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a custom-designed sculptural sofa, commissioned for the interiors of a Richard Meier
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Popus Editions Lena 3 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell Off-White Malmoe Terry Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus Editions Lena 3-seater sofa in egg shell off-white Malmoe Terry Fabric
It looks like it's
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Popus Editions Lena 3 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell Off-White Como Velvet Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus Editions Lena 3 seater sofa in egg shell off-white como velvet fabric
It looks like it's
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Popus Editions Lena 2.5 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell Off-white Malmoe Terry Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus editions lena 2.5 seater sofa in Egg Shell Off-white Malmoe Terry Fabric.
It looks like
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Popus Editions Lena 4 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell Off-White Malmoe Terry Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus Editions lena 4 seater sofa in egg shell off-white malmoe terry fabric
It looks like it's
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Popus Editions Lena 4 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell Off-White Como Velvet Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus Editions Lena 4 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell Off-white Como Velvet Fabric
It looks like it's
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Popus Editions Lena 2.5 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell Off-White Como Velvet Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus Editions Lena 2.5 seater sofa in egg shell off-white Como velvet fabric
It looks like it's
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Sofa, Red Cotton Velvet, w=240
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet
Popus Editions Giovanna 4 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell Off-White Como Velvet Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus Editions Giovanna 4 seater sofa in Egg Shell Off-White Como Velvet Fabric
Giovanna is a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Popus Editions Giovanna 3 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell Off-White Como Velvet Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Popus Editions Giovanna 3 Seater Sofa in Egg Shell Off-White Como Velvet Fabric
Giovanna is a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Soft Cotton Velvet, w=240
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Round Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Bouclé
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Round Sofa, Cotton Velvet, w=200
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Malibu Round Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet
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Off White Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of off white sofas for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and fabric, all off white sofas available were constructed with great care. Find 26 antique and vintage off white sofas at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 7 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Off white sofas have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Off white sofas are generally popular furniture pieces, but Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small off white sofas measuring 12 inches across. ERPO, De Sede and B&B Italia each produced beautiful off white sofas that are worth considering.
How Much are Off White Sofas?
Prices for off white sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, off white sofas begin at $366 and can go as high as $36,450, while the average can fetch as much as $2,814.
Finding the Right Sofas for You
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.
Questions About Off White Sofas
- What colors go with white sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The colors that go with a white sofa can be soft, muted hues or mellow tones. Wall colors can be white, beige, soft pale, subtle yellow-gold, warm mocha brown, gray-blue, turquoise blue or sage green. Shop a range of vintage white sofas on 1stDibs today.
- Why is it called a sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024Why it is called a sofa is due to the history of the term. Sofa originated from the Arabic word soffa, which describes a low seat covered with plush pillows. French makers began producing their own versions of these furnishings in the 17th century, and by the 18th century, they had spread to other areas in Europe and were being referred to as sofas. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a Dune sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024A Dune sofa is not a particular type of sofa. Instead, it is a style name that several furniture makers have given to pieces they have produced. Among these makers are Nor11, Maiden Home and Ralph Pucci. You may also see the word “dune” used to indicate the color of a sofa. In this context, the term likely refers to a sandy beige shade.
Mid-century modern furniture and Space Age design enthusiasts know French designer Pierre Paulin for his low-slung Dune seating collection, which is a favorite of musician Frank Ocean. Paulin’s Dune series features four different interchangeable modules for a custom arrangement.
On 1stDibs, find a large selection of sofas. - 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The most comfortable sofa is a personal choice and will depend upon the sofa seat’s depth and height, filling and upholstery, back height and the back-pitch angle to recline or not to recline. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Today, options abound when it comes to style, material and comfort. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern sofas.
- What is a sofa plinth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sofa plinth is a low base or pedestal that a sofa rests on. It borrows its name from a platform used to support an arch in classical architecture. People also call statue bases plinths. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage sofas.
- What is a sofa suite?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Also known as living room suites or a three-piece suite, sofa suites are usually sofas with two matching chairs. On 1stDibs you will find a variety of options for antique, new and vintage sofa suites.
- What is a sofa armchair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024A sofa armchair is a type of armchair. Specifically, the term describes an armchair with thick cushions on its backrest and seat and a deep frame that provides plenty of space for the user to settle in and relax. As a result, it offers the comfort typically associated with a sofa in a single-seat design, which is how this type of accent chair gets its name. Find a large selection of armchairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a serpentine sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A serpentine sofa is an upholstered seating solution with a curvy shape reminiscent of the letter “S.” Vladimir Kagan designed the piece of furniture in 1950, and it has since become one of the best-known couches of the mid-century period. On 1stDibs, find a range of serpentine sofas.
- 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.
- When was the sofa invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024No one knows for sure when the first sofa was invented. However, ancient versions of the furniture date back to 2000 B.C. in Egypt. Generally, Jay Wellingdon Couch receives credit for inventing the modern sofa in 1895. People even use his surname, Couch, as another name for the sofa. Explore a large selection of couches on 1stDibs.
- Is a sofa a chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024By the strictest definition, a sofa is not a chair. Generally, a chair is a seating solution for one person. Since a sofa seats more than one person at a time, it usually isn't considered a chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs and sofas.
- What is a recamier sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A recamier sofa is a type of couch that features a high curved headrest and a low footrest. This type of sofa is sometimes backless that can be kept flat across the wall. A recamier sofa looks great in a living room, bedroom, study or elsewhere in your home. Shop a range of antique and vintage recamier sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a Sheraton sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Sheraton sofa refers to a specific neo-classical English furniture style that features round tapered legs with contrasting veneer inlays. Sheraton style grew in popularity in the late 18th century and remains to be a home-décor favorite for its classic style. Shop a selection of authentic Sheraton pieces on 1stDibs.
- What is a modular sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A modular sofa is an upholstered seating solution meant to accommodate two or more people. Unlike standard sofas, modular designs feature multiple individual pieces that you can mix, match and arrange into different shapes and configurations. You will sometimes see them called sectional sofas. Find a range of modular sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a studio sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A studio sofa is similar to a futon in that it’s multifunctional. Studio sofas can be converted into a double bed by flattening out the frame.
- What is an Empire sofa?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Empire movement in design started in the 19th century and is characterized by straight lines in rigid symmetrical compositions. Empire sofas, and furniture specifically, are part of the French neoclassical style. Shop a collection of Empire sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Empire sofa is a type of sofa associated with the Empire style of art and architecture that came out of early 19th-century France. The designs of furniture in the Empire style were actually quite varied depending on the region which interpreted the design principles. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Empire style sofas from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 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.
- What is a chaise on a sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A chaise, also known as a chaise longue (or, as it is sometimes spelled in the United States, a “chaise lounge”), is a long, upholstered sofa in the shape of a chair that can be used to prop one's legs upon. The name "chaise" refers to any long, reclining chair in modern French interior design, and the English translation is "long chair."
- What sofas are the most durable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024The sofas that are the most durable are those made of premium materials using techniques that maximize sturdiness and strength. Some long-lasting upholstery options include full- and top-grain leather and tight-weave fabrics. Durable sofas often feature kiln-dried hardwood frames, hand-tied suspension systems and high-resilience foam padding. Shop a diverse assortment of sofas on 1stDibs.
- What are cloud sofas?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cloud sofas can refer to one of two pieces of furniture. In some cases, the phrase indicates a mid-century modern couch designed by the American designer Adrian Pearsall. On social media, you may see someone reference the Restoration Hardware cloud sofa, a contemporary piece that went viral in 2021. You'll find a selection of Adrian Pearsall cloud sofas on 1stDibs.
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