Ruffle Sofa

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal ruffle sofa for your home. Each ruffle sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, silk and wood. If you’re shopping for a ruffle sofa, we have 4 options in-stock, while there are 6 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the ruffle sofa you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A ruffle sofa made by modern designers — as well as those associated with mid-century modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made ruffle sofa over the years, but those crafted by Maki Yamamoto are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

The average selling price for a ruffle sofa at 1stDibs is $10,150, while they’re typically $700 on the low end and $24,800 for the highest priced.

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.