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Ekornes Leather Sofa Stressless Reclining High-Back
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Norwegian Tan Leather Stressless Reclining Sofa Superior comfort Teak Colored
Category

Early 2000s Norwegian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Leather

Reclined Sofa in solid Chestnut and Walnut woods
By Nó Marceneiros
Located in Lisboa, PT
A unique mix between a sofa and a reclined chair. A 3 seats with chaise long, comfortable and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas

Materials

Chestnut, Walnut

Reclined Sofa in solid Chestnut and Walnut woods
Reclined Sofa in solid Chestnut and Walnut woods
$10,439 / item
H 35.44 in W 98.43 in D 31.5 in
Sesam Adjustable Reclining Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede, Georg Appeltshauser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
while seated - swivels out the footrest and reclines the seat. This offers body support and enhanced
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Sesam Adjustable Reclining Leather Sofa by FSM
Sesam Adjustable Reclining Leather Sofa by FSM
From $14,920 / item
CashmereGeckoSepiaSnow + 15 more
H 33 in W 82 in D 36 in
Natuzzi Style Brown Leather Modular Reclining Sofa
By Natuzzi
Located in Countryside, IL
Natuzzi Style Brown Leather Modular Reclining Sofa This sofa measures: 94 wide x 39 deep x 39
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno D70 Reclining Sofa
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Norwalk, CT
marriage of style and functionality, this fully adjustable reclining sofa-to-daybed was designed by Osvaldo
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno D70 Reclining Sofa
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno D70 Reclining Sofa
$12,000
H 33.5 in W 73 in D 29 in
Sesam Adjustable Reclining Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede, Georg Appeltshauser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
while seated - swivels out the footrest and reclines the seat. This offers body support and enhanced
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Vintage Ekorness Reclining Black Leather Sofa - Scandinavian Midcentury Couch
By J.E. Ekornes, Ekorness, Ekornes Stressless
Located in Decatur, GA
Exquisite full grain black leather reclining sofa by Ekorness, Norway circa 1980s. Excellent
Category

Vintage 1980s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Hjellegjerde Mobler Fjords Two Seat Leather Recliner Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Hjellegjerde Mobler Fjords two seat leather stressless recliner sofa featuring modern lines with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

1980s Stressless Tan Leather Teak Wood Reclining Sofa
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, sculptural reclining leather sofa
Category

Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Luxury Home Cinema Electric Reclining Armchair For Maximum Comfort
Located in NEW YORK, NY
One seater sofa with electrical reclining seat back and relax motion device in the seat. This sofa
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Luxury Home Cinema Electric Reclining Armchair For Maximum Comfort
Luxury Home Cinema Electric Reclining Armchair For Maximum Comfort
$12,650 / item
H 30.71 in W 50.4 in D 43.31 in
Fellini Italian Leather Sectional Sofa with 3 Reclining Seats
Located in New York, NY
Fellini leather sectional sofa with 3 reclining seats with soft motion of the head, back and leg
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Luxury Home Cinema 3 Seater Sofa With Electric Reclining System
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This relax 3 seater sofa offered with electrical reclining seat back and relax motion device in the
Category

2010s European Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Luxury Home Cinema 3 Seater Sofa With Electric Reclining System
Luxury Home Cinema 3 Seater Sofa With Electric Reclining System
$30,800 / item
H 30.71 in W 113.39 in D 43.31 in
Customizable Electric Reclining Sofa For Home Cinemas In High Resistance Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Relax 4 seater sofa with electrical reclining seat back and relax motion device in the seat. This
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Wire

Customizable Electric Reclining Sofa For Home Cinemas In High Resistance Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Relax 4 seater sofa with electrical reclining seat back and relax motion device in the seat. This
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Wire

Mid Century Italian Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno D70 Reclining Sofa 1954s
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, particularly during the mid-20th century. In 1954, Borsani created the iconic Tecno D70 Reclining Sofa for the
Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid Century Modern Borsani D70 Reclining Sofa, Grey Fabric, Collectible
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Milano, IT
grey fabric, and is in stunning conditions. The reclining mechanism works very smoothly on both sides
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Steel

Vintage Mid Century Modern Borsani D70 Reclining Sofa, Grey Fabric, Collectible
Vintage Mid Century Modern Borsani D70 Reclining Sofa, Grey Fabric, Collectible
$8,914 Sale Price
20% Off
H 31.5 in W 74.81 in D 39.38 in
De Sede DS-266 YOGA OUTDOOR Reclining Chair by Stefan Heiliger
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Outdoor by de Sede - Six sculptures, six ways to enjoy life outdoors. Whether revolutionary and functional with the DS-164 Slide, flexible with the modular seating system with slidi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

De Sede DS-266 YOGA OUTDOOR Reclining Chair by Stefan Heiliger
De Sede DS-266 YOGA OUTDOOR Reclining Chair by Stefan Heiliger
$14,784 / item
H 12.6 in W 18.9 in D 12.21 in
1970's Yngve Ekstrom Style Fat Pine Framed Reclining Sofa with White Upholstery
By Yngve Ekström, Swedese
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fun 1970's, Yngve Ekstrom for Swedese style, pine sofa with large scale pine frame and original white textured upholstery. Small wheels on the piece make for easy movement! The frame...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Pine

De Sede DS-101 James Bond Reclining Leather 3 Seat Sofa With 2 Ottomans
By De Sede
Located in Culver City, CA
Majesty’s Secret Service. Picture it: Lazenby, casually reclining in style, planning his next move, while
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

De Sede DS-80 MEMORY OUTDOOR Reclining Chair by de Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Outdoor by de Sede - Six sculptures, six ways to enjoy life outdoors. Whether revolutionary and functional with the DS-164 Slide, flexible with the modular seating system with slidi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Sofas

Materials

Wood

RESTORED DE SEDE DS47 RECLINING BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER SOFA PART OF A SUiTE
By De Sede
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
cool, comfortable and good looking from any angle These sofas have a kind of reclining action, the
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

RESTORED DE SEDE DS47 RECLINING BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER SOFA PART OF A SUiTE
RESTORED DE SEDE DS47 RECLINING BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER SOFA PART OF A SUiTE
$8,772 Sale Price
20% Off
H 29.53 in W 53.94 in D 37.01 in
Modern Lounge Flock Sofa in Boucle Fabric Width 240 cm by NOOM
By Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, FR
expressive design. With its timeless wraparound silhouette and deep lounge seating, it is ideal for reclining
Category

2010s Ukrainian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash

Modern Lounge Flock Sofa in Boucle Fabric Width 240 cm by NOOM
Modern Lounge Flock Sofa in Boucle Fabric Width 240 cm by NOOM
$10,360 / item
H 28.35 in W 94.49 in D 41.34 in
Vintage White Leather Chaise Longue Mod. Cortina, 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
White leather relax armchair. Independently extractable footrest, reclining backrest, adjustable
Category

1990s Italian Sofas

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Vintage White Leather Chaise Longue Mod. Cortina, 1990s
Vintage White Leather Chaise Longue Mod. Cortina, 1990s
$3,167 Sale Price
25% Off
H 40.95 in W 64.97 in D 29.93 in
70s Sofa with Table, Daybed, Bench
Located in Neuss, NW
: very good workmanship high-quality materials Made in Germany Reclining surface 212 x 73 cm
Category

Vintage 1970s German Sofas

Materials

Textile

70s Sofa with Table, Daybed, Bench
70s Sofa with Table, Daybed, Bench
$3,190
H 28.35 in W 57.88 in D 30.71 in
Green and Teak Sofa
Located in London, GB
subtly reclining frame, ensuring both visual elegance and seating comfort. Thoughtful details shown
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Green and Teak Sofa
Green and Teak Sofa
$4,591
H 25.99 in W 70.87 in D 30.32 in
Tattomi Sofa, Armgardt & Maurer, Mobilia
By Mobilia, Ingo Maurer, Jan Armgardt
Located in Neuss, NW
: Jan Armgardt & Ingo Maurer, manufacturer: Mobilia Reclining surface 132 x 210 cm
Category

Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Tattomi Sofa, Armgardt & Maurer, Mobilia
Tattomi Sofa, Armgardt & Maurer, Mobilia
$4,387
H 29.53 in W 51.97 in D 35.44 in
Berga Mobler Sofa in Beige Mohair Upholstery
By Berga Mobler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
1940s combines comfort with elegance. Its bold, rounded design is complemented by a slightly reclined
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Berga Mobler Sofa in Beige Mohair Upholstery
Berga Mobler Sofa in Beige Mohair Upholstery
$11,700
H 34.26 in W 68.9 in D 32.68 in
Esko Pajamies Mid-Century 3 Seat Bonanza Sofa Oak Frame Blue Herringbone Fabric.
By Esko Pajamies
Located in Dublin 8, IE
seat is slightly reclined which makes sitting down comfortable. Designed by the Finnish designer Esko
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Oak

20thC Italian Maralunga Sofa In Off-White Leather By Vico Magistretti c.1980
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
and a reclined posture for relaxed lounging and head support. This late-20th-century example remains
Category

20th Century Italian Other Sofas

Materials

Leather

1970s French Mid-Century Modern Solid Pine Sofa with Original Upholstery .
Located in Almelo, NL
sculptural presence of the sofa and provide functional surfaces for everyday living. The slightly reclined
Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Pine

Model 250 Armless Sofa by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Las Vegas, NV
, slightly reclined silhouette and gorgeous walnut frames gives it a very simple, yet elegant look. Sofa is
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Model 250 Armless Sofa by Jens Risom
Model 250 Armless Sofa by Jens Risom
$6,500
H 32.5 in W 78 in D 31 in
Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm Sofa in Brown Leather and Steel
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, featuring distinctive T-shaped legs. The backrest is slightly reclined, creating a natural angle that
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Danish FDB Møbler Three-Seat Sofa in Solid Oak and Beige Soft Upholstery
By FDB Møbler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
-frame structure with crisp lines and meticulously considered proportions. Its reclined backrest
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Otto Zapf Follow Me sofa 1970s.
By Knoll, Otto Zapf
Located in bari, IT
condition, designer Otto Zapf for Koll International 1970s production. The seat is slightly reclining
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Otto Zapf Follow Me sofa 1970s.
Otto Zapf Follow Me sofa 1970s.
$4,340
H 35.44 in W 61.03 in D 36.62 in
Otto Zapf Follow Me sofa 1970s.
By Knoll, Otto Zapf
Located in bari, IT
condition, designer Otto Zapf for Koll International 1970s production. The seat is slightly reclining
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Otto Zapf Follow Me sofa 1970s.
Otto Zapf Follow Me sofa 1970s.
$3,401
H 35.44 in W 61.03 in D 36.62 in
Corner sofa Brühl Alba Sofa Couch with Recammiere
By Brühl
Located in Berlin, DE
numerous adjustment options. The reclining surfaces can be enlarged, headrests folded in, footrests
Category

2010s German Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Corner sofa Brühl Alba Sofa Couch with Recammiere
Corner sofa Brühl Alba Sofa Couch with Recammiere
$4,328
H 33.47 in W 114.18 in D 83.86 in
Koinor Ecksofa Marylin Design Couch rot Wildleder
By Koinor
Located in Berlin, DE
reclining options for 3-4 people. All three modules can be moved horizontally on the platform. In addition
Category

2010s Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Koinor Ecksofa Marylin Design Couch rot Wildleder
Koinor Ecksofa Marylin Design Couch rot Wildleder
$3,859
H 36.23 in W 147.64 in D 59.06 in
Restored Bauhaus Sofa, by Vichr a Spol., Chrome, Leather, Czech, 1930s
By Vichr & Spol
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
durability. Suitable for both sitting and reclining, the sofa’s design also allows it to be disassembled into
Category

20th Century Czech Bauhaus Sofas

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Minimalist Sofa, Rolf Grunow for Walter Knoll
By Walter Knoll
Located in Neuss, NW
Germany, design: Rolf Grunow, manufacturer: Walter Knoll Sitting height 41 cm Reclining surface: 200
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Minimalist Sofa, Rolf Grunow for Walter Knoll
Minimalist Sofa, Rolf Grunow for Walter Knoll
$5,583
H 29.93 in W 80.71 in D 34.26 in
French Art Deco Sofa or Settee with Beige Velvet Upholstery & Rosewood Armrests
Located in Plainview, NY
discernment. Its tactile plushness and subdued elegance beckon one to recline upon the sofa, promising the
Category

20th Century Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Rosewood, Velvet

Victorian Chaise Longue Couch Day Bed Mahogany 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
originated in France, literally translating to "long chair." It's an upholstered chair designed for reclining
Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Graphic sofa by Strässle, Switzerland, 1980s
By Strässle International
Located in Lyon, FR
Matching reclining armchair and ottoman (last photo) also available.
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Graphic sofa by Strässle, Switzerland, 1980s
Graphic sofa by Strässle, Switzerland, 1980s
$2,345 Sale Price
23% Off
H 31.11 in W 63 in D 35.44 in
De Sede Ds-490 Modular Sofa in Off-White Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With two flicks of the wrist, DS-490 can be converted into a double recliner. The seat units with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

1950s Sofa, model Stella
By Wilhelm Knoll
Located in Neuss, NW
quality materials Made in Germany, manufacturer: Wilhelm Knoll Sitting height 42 cm Reclining surface
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

1950s Sofa, model Stella
1950s Sofa, model Stella
$3,987
H 30.71 in W 63 in D 29.14 in
Sultana Sofa Birds Eye Veneer
By Koket
Located in Manassas, VA
Recline like royalty on the curvaceous Sultana Sofa. With beautiful wood detailing sweeping across
Category

2010s Portuguese Sofas

Materials

Textile, Upholstery, Birdseye Maple

Sultana Sofa Birds Eye Veneer
Sultana Sofa Birds Eye Veneer
$15,200 / item
H 32 in W 97 in D 39 in
Natú Sofa by Frau Caze
Located in Geneve, CH
posture while sitting or reclining. Manufacturing and obtaining of materials in Europe. A variety of
Category

2010s Austrian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Walnut

Natú Sofa by Frau Caze
Natú Sofa by Frau Caze
$10,897 / item
H 33.08 in W 71.66 in D 29.14 in
De Sede Black Leather Sofa, 1970
By De Sede
Located in Chicago, IL
De Sede Black Leather Sofa, 1970. Original leather and each seat individually reclines.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede Black Leather Sofa, 1970
De Sede Black Leather Sofa, 1970
$9,600
H 29 in W 91.5 in D 38 in
Sultana Sofa Ebony Veneer
By Koket
Located in Manassas, VA
Recline like royalty on the curvaceous Sultana Sofa. With beautiful wood detailing sweeping across
Category

2010s Portuguese Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Ebony

Sultana Sofa Ebony Veneer
Sultana Sofa Ebony Veneer
$16,680 / item
H 32 in W 96 in D 39 in
Francesco Binfaré White Flap Sofa in Leather and Steel by Edra 2000s
By Francesco Binfaré, Edra
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
each connected to the double steel mechanisms that can be reclined in six different inclinations. The
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

20th Century Italian Two-Seater Love Settee Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
the sofa, canapé is slightly reclined with slim, floating arms and resting on sculptural blonde wooden
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Walnut

Spokeback Sofa by Børge Mogensen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1963
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
. The details are really impressive, so is the unique feature of one reclining side and the leather
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Beech

B&B Italia "Dambo" Sofa - In "Sirtaki" Jaquard
Located in Barrowford, GB
modern reclining-design creates is enhanced by the use of sumptuously comfortable, generously-upholstered
Category

2010s Sofas

Materials

Fabric

B&B Italia "Dambo" Sofa - In "Sirtaki" Jaquard
B&B Italia "Dambo" Sofa - In "Sirtaki" Jaquard
$21,218
H 32.68 in W 137.8 in D 70.08 in
Brazilian Mid Century Sofa Bed by Catalina S.A., c. 1960s
Located in New York, NY
reclined, transforming the sofa into a flat position suitable for use as a bed. Following refinishing, the
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Pierre Chapo, S18Y “Love Seat” Bench in Elm and Patinated Leather, France, 1970s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Almelo, NL
comfort or integrity. The gently reclined backrest and deep seat, paired with broad armrests and generous
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Elm

De Sede DS-880/23 Comfortable Sofa in Cuoio Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
imperishable homage to love at first sight. Whether used as a recliner, daybed, recamier or sofa – this classic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

De Sede DS-450/02 Sofa in Off-White Upholstery by Thomas Althaus
By Thomas Althaus, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
recliner. No wonder this model has become a bestseller for our Swiss manufacture in a very short period of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-450/02 Sofa in Off-White Upholstery by Thomas Althaus
De Sede DS-450/02 Sofa in Off-White Upholstery by Thomas Althaus
$16,220 / item
H 38.19 in W 91.74 in D 66.54 in
De Sede Ds-490 Modular Sofa in Off-White Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With two flicks of the wrist, DS-490 can be converted into a double recliner. The seat units with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Customizable Wittmann Vuelta Sofa by Jaime Hayon
By Wittmann, Jaime Hayon
Located in New York, NY
playfully around the corner, becomes the armrest, continues on to the sitter - or recliner–in order to
Category

2010s Austrian Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Velvet

Customizable Wittmann Vuelta Sofa by Jaime Hayon
Customizable Wittmann Vuelta Sofa by Jaime Hayon
$7,343 / item
H 30.32 in W 55.12 in D 32.68 in
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Reclining Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of reclining sofas available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct reclining sofas — often made from animal skin, leather and fabric — can elevate any home. There are 11 antique and vintage reclining sofas for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Reclining 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. Reclining sofas are generally popular furniture pieces, but Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Large reclining sofas can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller reclining sofas available at 1stDibs — each spanning 32.68 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Many reclining sofas are appealing in their simplicity, but Himolla, Ekornes Stressless and De Sede produced popular reclining sofas that are worth a look.

How Much are Reclining Sofas?

Prices for reclining sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, reclining sofas begin at $733 and can go as high as $23,091, while the average can fetch as much as $2,087.

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 Reclining Sofas
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best brand of reclining sofas is really a matter of preference. When choosing a reclining sofa, one should take style, comfort, quality, materials and color into account. Shop a range of antique and vintage reclining sofas on 1stDibs.