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
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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
Steel
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
Mahogany
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
Textile, Oak
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
Upholstery, Pine
Otto Zapf Follow Me sofa 1970s.
By Otto Zapf, Knoll
Located in bari, IT
condition, designer Otto Zapf for Koll International 1970s production. The seat is slightly reclining
Fabric, Beech
Otto Zapf Follow Me sofa 1970s.
By Otto Zapf, Knoll
Located in bari, IT
condition, designer Otto Zapf for Koll International 1970s production. The seat is slightly reclining
Fabric, Beech
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
Steel
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
Chrome, 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
Fabric, Oak
Francesco Binfaré White Flap Sofa in Leather and Steel by Edra 2000s
By Edra, Francesco Binfaré
Located in Cascina, Pisa
each connected to the double steel mechanisms that can be reclined in six different inclinations. The
Metal
$7,537 / item
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
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
De Sede Ds-490 Modular Sofa in Off-White Leather 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
Leather
$2,090 / item
Unopiu' Experience Sofa Outdoor Collection
By Unopiù
Located in Brooklyn, NY
weave make Experience an ele- gant, sophisticated line. The loungers with reclining backs have sim- ple
Aluminum
$11,098 / item
Natú Sofa by Frau Caze
Located in Geneve, CH
posture while sitting or reclining. Manufacturing and obtaining of materials in Europe. A variety of
Leather, Upholstery, Walnut
$6,213Sale Price|25% Off
1950s Danish 3-Seater Minerva Sofa in Teal by Peter Hvidt & Orla Nielsen
By Peter Hvidt, France & Daverkosen, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
reclined backrest. It can be used if either side of the sofa is placed against a side wall. This sofa can
Teak
Easy Adjustable Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede, Markus Hartmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
three stages and offer individualized relaxing positions up to a flat reclining surface. Even the small
Leather
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
Metal
Sofa by Osvaldo Borsani Model D70 Italian for Tecno Years 1960
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
fabric). Possibility of adjusting the sofa in different positions until the fully reclined position
Metal, Brass
Directoire Style Sofa or Banquette with Adjustable Articulating Arms
Located in East Hampton, NY
recline. Newly reupholstered in navy blue linen. Firm enough for a banquette or table seating.
Linen
$4,315Sale Price / set|75% Off
Black Leather Sofa and Armchair Attributed to Frits Henningsen, C1950s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, GB
backrest reclines significantly, making this a comfortable and usable sofa. This sofa is 85 in wide
Leather
$5,962Sale Price|25% Off
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
Leather, Elm
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
Fabric
1970s Curved Sculptural Rattan Denim Blue Sofa
By Mcquire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
reclined back. These pieces are individually produced and finished with the highest level of hand
Upholstery, Rattan
$2,716Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Ercol Loveseat, Boucle Upholstery, UK, 1960
By Ercol
Located in High Point, NC
, practical high armrests and a nice reclined posture. Rounded yet solemn, the architectural silhouette
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
$12,599 / item
Customizable Wittmann Vuelta Sofa by Jaime Hayon
By Jaime Hayon, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
playfully around the corner, becomes the armrest, continues on to the sitter, or recliner–in order to
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
$9,739 / item
Customizable Wittmann Vuelta Sofa by Jaime Hayon
By Jaime Hayon, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
playfully around the corner, becomes the armrest, continues on to the sitter, or recliner, in order to
Leather, Fabric
$16,143 / item
Customizable Wittmann Vuelta Velvet Sofa by Jaime Hayon
By Jaime Hayon, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
playfully around the corner, becomes the armrest, continues on to the sitter - or recliner–in order to
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa, Canvas 424
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Wood
$7,199 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Hero791, Sprinkles694, Mosaic922
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa, Hero 481
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Wood
$8,999 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Moonlight
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Wood
$7,199 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Hero 481, Sprinkles174, Mosaic 472
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Canvas 424, Canvas 614
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Hero 991, Ritz 6381
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cozy and recline.
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Hero 991, Rewo 828, Merit 034
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Canvas 614, Canvas 424
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cozy and recline.
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Hero 991, Rewo828, Merit035
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Wood
$7,199 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Hero 791, Sprinkles 274, Mosaic 722
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cozy and recline.
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa, Canvas 134
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cozy and recline.
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa, Hero 991
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Wood
$7,199 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Nabuk Oceano, Terra
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Wood
$8,999 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Scandinavian Grey
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Wood
$43,535 / item
DS-490 Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
a double recliner. The seat units with elaborately stitched upholstery offer supple comfort and
Metal
Naeko Sofa (Daily Bed) by Kazuhide Takahama produced by Gavina Spa in 1957
By Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT
, slightly elastic wooden slats, transparent fiberglass feet ends. Fully reclining backrest to transform the
Metal
Naeko Sofa by Kazuhide Takahama Paradisoterrestre Edition
By Kazuhide Takahama, Paradisoterrestre
Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT
, designed as a daily-bed thanks to its completely reclining backrest. It was immediately a great success, so
Brass
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
French Art Deco Sofa 1920s with Integrated Lighting
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
double as a perfect reading light or to create a cinematic, atmospheric glow while you’re reclining
Upholstery, Wood
$9,187 / item
Mid Corner Sofa by Kann Design
Located in Geneve, CH
the contrast between the walnut backrest, decorated with two cushions at a reclining angle, and the
Steel
Vladimir Kagan Fiftyish Sofa in Super Soft Ivory White Bouclé
By American Leather, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
invite you to recline in surround comfort. The sofa's arms are comfortable and angled to compliment the
Stainless Steel
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa, Directional, in Chinoiserie Tiger Velvet
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
yourself reclining on a cloud, surrounded by the sumptuous embrace of luxurious velvet. Not just any velvet
Velvet
Naeko Sofa by Kazuhide Takahama Special Edition by Kiko Kostadinov
By Kiko Kostadinov, Kazuhide Takahama, Paradisoterrestre
Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT
completely reclining backrest. It was immediately a great success, so that it was proposed also in a more
Brass
$3,825Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Norwegian Modern 2-Seater Sofa Stressless Pegasus Low Back Loveseat
By Ekornes
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
produced springs for beds. In 1971, the revolutionary Stressless® reclining chair was introduced to the
Fabric, Teak
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
Leather
De Sede DS-450/02 Sofa in Petrol Leather 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
Leather
Juna Convertible Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
sofa suggests a recliner, and promises a special level of relaxing pleasure. Fold-down arm sections
Leather
Sofa Daybed in Green Upholstery, Seng Company, Germany, 1930s
By Seng
Located in Antwerp, BE
, swivel and recliner chairs, and the metal bed frame. Check out our Goldwood storefront for more Mid
Metal
$7,059 / item
Customizable Artifort Bras Sofa by Khodi Feiz
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
The Bras invites you to make yourself comfortable, and embraces you. Reclining and taking it easy
Textile
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
Upholstery
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.
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