Platform Couches
2010s Italian Sofas
Textile
2010s Italian Sofas
Textile
2010s American Modern Sofas
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Japonisme Sofas
Hardwood, Beech
Vintage 1960s American Sofas
Upholstery, Teak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Beech
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood, Oak, Hardwood
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
20th Century English Victorian Settees
Leather
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Cane, Hardwood
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery, Beech, Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wrought Iron
Recent Sales
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Brass
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Oak, Walnut
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Faux Leather, Oak, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Daybeds
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Sofas
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Regency Sofa Tables
Brass
2010s American Modern Sofas
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sofas
Reed, Wood
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sofas
Rush, Wood
2010s Italian Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Teak
2010s Italian Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Teak
2010s Italian Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Teak
Early 20th Century American Living Room Sets
Reed
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Vintage 1940s American Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Sofas
Slate
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Down
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Travertine
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Travertine
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Carrara Marble, Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Teak
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Teak
Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Walnut, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Rosewood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Walnut, Wool
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Marble
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1970s American Club Chairs
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Walnut
Late 20th Century Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Slate
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Laminate, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Foam, Wood, Rosewood
Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Sofas
People Also Browsed
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Travertine
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers ...
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Brutalist Decorative Art
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights a...
Brass, Nickel
Vintage 1970s American Sofas
Velvet, Rattan
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Wood, Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Textile, Wood, Linen, Fiberglass
2010s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Mohair, Walnut
Early 20th Century Meiji Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Leather
Platform Couches For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Platform Couches?
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.
Read More
All the Furniture in This Organic Modern Soho Loft Can Be Yours
Andrianna Shamaris has filled her epic new home with pieces of her own design.
20 Inviting Dining Rooms Perfectly Arranged for Entertaining
Top interior designers show — and tell — us how to create delectable spaces for hosting dinner parties.
Nobody Puts This Sunny Sofa in a Corner
With its plush cushions, cane details and dazzlingly colorful back, it’s inviting from every angle.
The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.