Ruhlmann Sofa

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the ruhlmann sofa you’re looking for. A ruhlmann sofa — often made from metal, wood and steel — can elevate any home. There are 11 variations of the antique or vintage ruhlmann sofa you’re looking for, while we also have 8 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer ruhlmann sofa, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A ruhlmann sofa is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, mid-century modern and modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made ruhlmann sofa has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Bernard-Albin Gras, Alfred Porteneuve and Carrocel are consistently popular.

Prices for a ruhlmann sofa start at $396 and top out at $39,000 with the average selling for $3,950.

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.