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Raw Silk Sofa

One-Off American Studio Craft Movement Modern Sofa in Black Walnut and Raw Silk
One-Off American Studio Craft Movement Modern Sofa in Black Walnut and Raw Silk

One-Off American Studio Craft Movement Modern Sofa in Black Walnut and Raw Silk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

An exceptional, curvilinear American Studio Craft sofa executed in black walnut and finished with a raw silk seat cushion, designed and built by Larry and Nancy Buechley, circa 1987.

Category

20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Silk, Walnut

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DANISH CABINETMAKER SOFA

DANISH CABINETMAKER SOFA

Unavailable

H 31 in W 69 in D 30 in

DANISH CABINETMAKER SOFA

Located in Chicago, IL

WALNUT FRAME SOFA WITH RAW SILK

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Contemporary Modern Preview Sofa in Raw Silk
Contemporary Modern Preview Sofa in Raw Silk

Contemporary Modern Preview Sofa in Raw Silk

By Preview

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A contemporary modern Preview sofa in raw silk. This is a very stunning couch in amazing condition.

Category

Late 20th Century Sofas

Materials

Silk

Pair of Contemporary Modern Preview 3 Cushion Sofa in Raw Silk
Pair of Contemporary Modern Preview 3 Cushion Sofa in Raw Silk

Pair of Contemporary Modern Preview 3 Cushion Sofa in Raw Silk

By Preview

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A pair of contemporary modern Preview sofa in raw silk. This is a very stunning set of couches in amazing condition.

Category

Late 20th Century Sofas

Materials

Silk

1960s Harvey Probber Black Raw Silk Tuxedo Sofa - Fully Restored
1960s Harvey Probber Black Raw Silk Tuxedo Sofa - Fully Restored

1960s Harvey Probber Black Raw Silk Tuxedo Sofa - Fully Restored

Located in Dallas, TX

A distinctive piece of furniture for the discriminating collector. The sofa was recently recovered in a raw black silk upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Sofas

Raw Silk Baker Cream Colored Sofa
Raw Silk Baker Cream Colored Sofa

Raw Silk Baker Cream Colored Sofa

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H 29.5 in W 84 in D 44 in

Raw Silk Baker Cream Colored Sofa

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Asheville, NC

This beautiful raw silk sofa has pin-tucked arms and pleated skirt with matching throw pillows.

Category

20th Century American Sofas

Antique 19th Century French Needlepoint and Petit Point Sofa Loveseat
Antique 19th Century French Needlepoint and Petit Point Sofa Loveseat

Antique 19th Century French Needlepoint and Petit Point Sofa Loveseat

Located in New York, NY

Back of the sofa is finished with raw silk. Sofa measurements are 60” W x 32” D x 45” H.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Sofas

Materials

Wool, Silk, Wood

Raw Silk sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Raw Silk sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Raw Silk sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

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H 27.5 in W 90.5 in D 35 in

Raw Silk sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Pewter silk sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Category

Vintage 1950s American Sofas

Paul McCobb Sofa and Matching Lounge Chair in Raw Silk

Paul McCobb Sofa and Matching Lounge Chair in Raw Silk

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Gorgeous, elegant, and recently upholstered, this sofa and matching armchair are essential. Especially if you don't have a sofa and matching armchair.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Sofas

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Raw Silk Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the raw silk sofa you’re looking for. A raw silk sofa — often made from fabric, silk and linen — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a raw silk sofa, we have 33 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect raw silk sofa — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right raw silk sofa, those designed in mid-century modern, Art Deco and Baroque styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one raw silk sofa that is appealing in its simplicity, but Antico Setificio Fiorentino Srl., Cartier and Celina Decoracoes produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Raw Silk Sofa?

The average selling price for a raw silk sofa at 1stDibs is $1,553, while they’re typically $300 on the low end and $21,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

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.