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Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno D70 Reclining Sofa
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno D70 Reclining Sofa

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

Sesam Adjustable Reclining Leather Sofa by FSM
Sesam Adjustable Reclining Leather Sofa by FSM

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

Home Cinema Electric Reclining Sofa By Jacobo Ventura
Home Cinema Electric Reclining Sofa By Jacobo Ventura

Home Cinema Electric Reclining Sofa By Jacobo Ventura

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

1980s Stressless Tan Leather Teak Wood Reclining Sofa
1980s Stressless Tan Leather Teak Wood Reclining Sofa

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

Vintage Ekornes Stressless 2-Seater Reclining Sofa, Teak Frame, 1980
Vintage Ekornes Stressless 2-Seater Reclining Sofa, Teak Frame, 1980

Vintage Ekornes Stressless 2-Seater Reclining Sofa, Teak Frame, 1980

By Ekornes Stressless

Located in Buxton, GB

Vintage Ekornes Stressless 2-Seater Reclining Sofa MCM Norway ​Here for sale is a rare and

Category

Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bentwood

Home Cinema Electric Reclining Sofa Customizable By Jacobo Ventura
Home Cinema Electric Reclining Sofa Customizable By Jacobo Ventura

Home Cinema Electric Reclining Sofa Customizable By Jacobo Ventura

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

Tecno Borsani D70 Reclining Sofa bed, chocolate leather, Italian collectible
Tecno Borsani D70 Reclining Sofa bed, chocolate leather, Italian collectible

Tecno Borsani D70 Reclining Sofa bed, chocolate leather, Italian collectible

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Milano, IT

Osvaldo Borsani D70 Sofa-Bed Sofabed Recliner Osvaldo Borsani has been one of the most relevant

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Steel

Fellini Italian Leather Sectional Sofa with 3 Reclining Seats
Fellini Italian Leather Sectional Sofa with 3 Reclining Seats

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 Electric Reclining Armchair For Maximum Comfort
Luxury Home Cinema Electric Reclining Armchair For Maximum Comfort

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

Vintage Mid Century Modern Borsani D70 Reclining Sofa, Grey Fabric, Collectible
Vintage Mid Century Modern Borsani D70 Reclining Sofa, Grey Fabric, Collectible

Vintage Mid Century Modern Borsani D70 Reclining Sofa, Grey Fabric, Collectible

By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Milano, IT

Osvaldo Borsani D70 Sofa-Bed Sofabed Recliner Osvaldo Borsani has been one of the most relevant

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Steel

De Sede DS-266 YOGA OUTDOOR Reclining Chair by Stefan Heiliger
De Sede DS-266 YOGA OUTDOOR Reclining Chair by Stefan Heiliger

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

Upholstery

1970's Yngve Ekstrom Style Fat Pine Framed Reclining Sofa with White Upholstery
1970's Yngve Ekstrom Style Fat Pine Framed Reclining Sofa with White Upholstery

1970's Yngve Ekstrom Style Fat Pine Framed Reclining Sofa with White Upholstery

By Swedese, Yngve Ekström

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Chunky pine frame sofa designed in the manner of Yngve Ekström's work for Swedese, dating to the 1970s. The large-scale frame is constructed from solid pine with thick rectangular sl...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Pine

Bas Van Pelt for My Home Reclining Sofa in Oak and Red Upholstery
Bas Van Pelt for My Home Reclining Sofa in Oak and Red Upholstery

Bas Van Pelt for My Home Reclining Sofa in Oak and Red Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Bas van Pelt for My Home sofa, oak, fabric, Netherlands, 1930s/1940s This elegant sofa was designed by Dutch designer Bas van Pelt and produced in the Netherlands during the 1930s o...

Category

Vintage 1940s Dutch Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

De Sede DS-80 MEMORY OUTDOOR Reclining Chair by de Sede Design Team
De Sede DS-80 MEMORY OUTDOOR Reclining Chair by de Sede Design Team

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

De Sede Black Leather Sofa, 1970
De Sede Black Leather Sofa, 1970

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

Italian modern black leather sofa Diesis by Citterio Nava for B&B Italia, 1980s
Italian modern black leather sofa Diesis by Citterio Nava for B&B Italia, 1980s

Italian modern black leather sofa Diesis by Citterio Nava for B&B Italia, 1980s

By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio, Paolo Nava

Located in MIlano, IT

brass details. There are three additional cylindrical cushions, which can be used to recline the

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass, Steel

Freeform Sofa and Ottoman by Isamu Noguchi for Vitra Design Museum
Freeform Sofa and Ottoman by Isamu Noguchi for Vitra Design Museum

Freeform Sofa and Ottoman by Isamu Noguchi for Vitra Design Museum

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Centreville, VA

asymmetrical curves resemble a smooth stone or reclining figure. Paired with a matching ottoman, it offers a

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech, Maple

Baia Curved Sofa by Ruya Akyol and Oak Desk, Modern Design
Baia Curved Sofa by Ruya Akyol and Oak Desk, Modern Design

Baia Curved Sofa by Ruya Akyol and Oak Desk, Modern Design

By Rüya Akyol Studio

Located in Milano, IT

to lounging and reclining. This curved modular sofa is conceived as both a visual anchor and a

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Linen, Cotton

The Rock Sofa, Gerard Van Den Berg
The Rock Sofa, Gerard Van Den Berg

The Rock Sofa, Gerard Van Den Berg

By Gerard Van Den Berg

Located in Los angeles, CA

leather with a natural patina. Sculptural form with a gently reclined back and broad seat, constructed in

Category

Vintage 1970s Sofas

Materials

Leather

19th Century Continental Velvet Sofa, Tyrolean Style
19th Century Continental Velvet Sofa, Tyrolean Style

19th Century Continental Velvet Sofa, Tyrolean Style

Located in London, GB

linked to Victor Hugo during his years in exile. The form — defined by its gently reclined back and

Category

Antique 19th Century French Sofas

Materials

Metal

“Concha” Sofa in Plum Mohair Velvet & Hardwood, Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s
“Concha” Sofa in Plum Mohair Velvet & Hardwood, Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s

“Concha” Sofa in Plum Mohair Velvet & Hardwood, Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in New York, NY

reclining back that follows the body’s contours. The segmented cushions provide both structure and softness

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Hardwood, Mohair

Rare Sofa in Fabric and Leather by Maija-Lissa Komulainen, 1950s
Rare Sofa in Fabric and Leather by Maija-Lissa Komulainen, 1950s

Rare Sofa in Fabric and Leather by Maija-Lissa Komulainen, 1950s

By Maija Liisa Komulainen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

firm, even support, making it equally suitable for sitting or reclining. The tapered legs, also in

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Leather, Wool

Set Maralunga two seater Sofa and 2 armchairs vico magistretti for cassina
Set Maralunga two seater Sofa and 2 armchairs vico magistretti for cassina

Set Maralunga two seater Sofa and 2 armchairs vico magistretti for cassina

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Ghedi, IT

. The low, enveloping armrests, the deep seat and the slightly reclined backrest give the system that

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

20th Century Italian Two-Seater Love Settee Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich
20th Century Italian Two-Seater Love Settee Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich

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

Original D70 Sofa by Osvaldo BORSANI for TECNO, 1954
Original D70 Sofa by Osvaldo BORSANI for TECNO, 1954

Original D70 Sofa by Osvaldo BORSANI for TECNO, 1954

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Berlin, Berlin

numerous reclining positions and a full conversion into a bed. The D70 uses a slim metal frame with elastic

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Brass

Giuseppe Scapinelli Sofa in Solid Caviúna & Deep Aubergine Mohair, Brazil, 1950s
Giuseppe Scapinelli Sofa in Solid Caviúna & Deep Aubergine Mohair, Brazil, 1950s

Giuseppe Scapinelli Sofa in Solid Caviúna & Deep Aubergine Mohair, Brazil, 1950s

By Giuseppe Scapinelli

Located in New York, NY

architectural language of Giuseppe Scapinelli. Defined by its gently reclining silhouette, fluidly carved arms

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Hardwood

Sofa “Colonial” Designed by Ole Wanscher for P. Jeppesen, Denmark, 1950s
Sofa “Colonial” Designed by Ole Wanscher for P. Jeppesen, Denmark, 1950s

Sofa “Colonial” Designed by Ole Wanscher for P. Jeppesen, Denmark, 1950s

By Ole Wanscher

Located in Stockholm, SE

. The sofa often includes details like tapered legs, gently curved armrests, and a slightly reclined

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

De Sede DS-450 Sofa in Off-White Upholstery by Thomas Althaus
De Sede DS-450 Sofa in Off-White Upholstery by Thomas Althaus

De Sede DS-450 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

Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Beige Leather, Percival Lafer, 1967
Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Beige Leather, Percival Lafer, 1967

Brazilian Modern Sofa in Hardwood & Beige Leather, Percival Lafer, 1967

By Percival Lafer

Located in New York, NY

. Comfort is integrated into the design through the sofa’s proportional depth and gently reclined back

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Sofa in Leather and Rosewood by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s
Sofa in Leather and Rosewood by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s

Sofa in Leather and Rosewood by Illum Wikkelsø, 1960s

By Illum Wikkelsø

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

slightly reclined backrest and high armrests that provide ergonomic support. The seat cushions are

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Hans. J.Wegner 3-Seater Sofa GE236
Hans. J.Wegner 3-Seater Sofa GE236

Hans. J.Wegner 3-Seater Sofa GE236

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Shibuya-ku, 13

seat make it ideal for reclining, much like a daybed. It is a masterpiece, possessing refined beauty

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Naeko sofa (daily bed) by Kazuhide Takahama, Gavina spa 1957
Naeko sofa (daily bed) by Kazuhide Takahama, Gavina spa 1957

Naeko sofa (daily bed) by Kazuhide Takahama, Gavina spa 1957

By Gavina, Kazuhide Takahama

Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT

, transparent fiberglass feet ends. Fully reclining backrest to transform the sofa into a daily bed. The

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Vintage White Leather Chaise Longue Mod. Cortina, 1990s
Vintage White Leather Chaise Longue Mod. Cortina, 1990s

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

Francesco Binfaré Flap Sofa or Daybed in White Leather by Edra 2000s Italy
Francesco Binfaré Flap Sofa or Daybed in White Leather by Edra 2000s Italy

Francesco Binfaré Flap Sofa or Daybed in White Leather by Edra 2000s Italy

By Edra, Francesco Binfaré

Located in Cascina, Pisa

reclinable parts. The sofa presents a steel structure and mechanisms padding in elastic polyurethane and a

Category

Early 2000s Italian Other Sofas

Materials

Metal

Early Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'Liljevalchs' Sofa
Early Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'Liljevalchs' Sofa

Early Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'Liljevalchs' Sofa

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in Waalwijk, NL

scale. Its generous dimensions allow two people to recline side by side with ease, emphasizing a relaxed

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

French Art Deco sofa
French Art Deco sofa

French Art Deco sofa

Located in IT

upholstery. One of the armchairs in the set is reclining, while the second and the sofa both have fixed backs

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Leather

NOOM Home Flock Sofa - Baloo Boucle
NOOM Home Flock Sofa - Baloo Boucle

NOOM Home Flock Sofa - Baloo Boucle

By Kateryna Sokolova, NOOM

Located in Toronto, CA

lounge seating, it is ideal for reclining, gathering, or simply unwinding. Available in two-, three-, or

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Ash

Percival Lafer, Vintage MP-81 Sofa, 1970s, Brazil, Original Black Leather
Percival Lafer, Vintage MP-81 Sofa, 1970s, Brazil, Original Black Leather

Percival Lafer, Vintage MP-81 Sofa, 1970s, Brazil, Original Black Leather

By Percival Lafer

Located in Amsterdam, NL

: upright without headrest, or reclined with a separate tubular headrest for a more laid-back posture

Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Three De Sede DS-83 Sofas in Tan Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
Set of Three De Sede DS-83 Sofas in Tan Leather, Switzerland, 1970s

Set of Three De Sede DS-83 Sofas in Tan Leather, Switzerland, 1970s

Located in Almelo, NL

, and gently reclining backrest make the DS-83 as inviting as it is elegant. This set offers tremendous

Category

Late 20th Century Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguchi for Vitra Design Museum
Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguchi for Vitra Design Museum

Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguchi for Vitra Design Museum

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Centreville, VA

resemble a smooth stone or reclining figure. Paired with a matching ottoman, it offers a relaxed, informal

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech, Maple

Berga Mobler Sofa in Beige Mohair Upholstery
Berga Mobler Sofa in Beige Mohair Upholstery

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

Minimalistic Contemporary Lounge Sofa Flock 210 cm by NOOM in Kvadrat Gentle 2
Minimalistic Contemporary Lounge Sofa Flock 210 cm by NOOM in Kvadrat Gentle 2

Minimalistic Contemporary Lounge Sofa Flock 210 cm by NOOM in Kvadrat Gentle 2

By Kateryna Sokolova, NOOM

Located in Paris, FR

expressive design. With its timeless wraparound silhouette and deep lounge seating, it is ideal for reclining

Category

2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Sofas

Materials

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

Minimalistic Contemporary Accent Sofa Flock 240 cm by NOOM, Beige Boucle
Minimalistic Contemporary Accent Sofa Flock 240 cm by NOOM, Beige Boucle

Minimalistic Contemporary Accent Sofa Flock 240 cm by NOOM, Beige Boucle

By NOOM, 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 Minimalist Sofas

Materials

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

Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'Liljevalchs' Sofa
Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'Liljevalchs' Sofa

Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn 'Liljevalchs' Sofa

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in Waalwijk, NL

. Its generous dimensions allow two people to recline side by side with ease, emphasizing a relaxed mode

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Mid-Century Italian Lounge Sofa in Patinated Cognac Leather, 1960s
Mid-Century Italian Lounge Sofa in Patinated Cognac Leather, 1960s

Mid-Century Italian Lounge Sofa in Patinated Cognac Leather, 1960s

Located in Almelo, NL

comfort, the deep seat and slightly reclined back invite relaxed lounging. The overall silhouette is soft

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Sultana Sofa Birds Eye Veneer
Sultana Sofa Birds Eye Veneer

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

Graphic sofa by Strässle, Switzerland, 1980s
Graphic sofa by Strässle, Switzerland, 1980s

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

Contemporary Sofa 'Flock' by Noom, Baloo Boucle, 240 cm
Contemporary Sofa 'Flock' by Noom, Baloo Boucle, 240 cm

Contemporary Sofa 'Flock' by Noom, Baloo Boucle, 240 cm

By Kateryna Sokolova, NOOM

Located in Paris, IDF

silhouette and deep lounge seating, it is ideal for reclining, gathering, or simply unwinding. Available in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Sultana Sofa Ebony Veneer
Sultana Sofa Ebony Veneer

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

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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. We have 221 antique and vintage reclining sofas in-stock, while there are 73 modern editions to choose from as well. Reclining sofas have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of reclining sofas to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern reclining sofas are of considerable interest. Not every interior allows for large reclining sofas, so small reclining sofas measuring 18.9 inches across are available at 1stDibs. Reclining sofas have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by De Sede, Himolla and Ekornes Stressless are consistently popular.

How Much are Reclining Sofas?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,926, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $43,210 highest priced.

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.