Reclining Sofas
Early 2000s Norwegian Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Sectional Sofas
Stainless Steel
1990s Norwegian Modern Sofas
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Leather, Wood, Teak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal, Steel
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Fabric, Velvet, Ebony
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Textile, Upholstery, Birdseye Maple
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
2010s European Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Linen, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Aluminum
2010s Austrian Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees
Fabric, Walnut, Upholstery, Cotton
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Walnut
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Teak
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
Early 2000s Italian Other Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
20th Century Art Deco Sofas
Suede, Rosewood
Vintage 1970s Philippine Chinoiserie Sofas
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal, Brass
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
Early 2000s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Teak
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Bouclé, Wood
20th Century Italian Art Deco Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1930s Sofas
Linen
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Mahogany
Vintage 1980s English Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s Austrian Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
2010s Austrian Sofas
Leather, Fabric
2010s Austrian Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Wood
2010s Swiss Modern Living Room Sets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Wood
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Reclining Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Reclining Sofas?
Finding the Right Sofas for You
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique, new 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. 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The 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.
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