$11,804 / set
H 25.99 in W 88.59 in D 31.5 in
De Sede DS 15 Modular Vintage Cognac Saddle Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Munich, Bavaria
De Sede DS 15 modular sofa in cognac saddle leather. The leather is very thick Vintage condition with patina.
Leather, Wood, Foam, Beech
Cassina Cab 415 Neck Saddle Leather Sofa China Red / Ox Red
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Munich, Bavaria
On the back and side the saddle leather was used. It is upholstered in aniline colour China red / Ox red Best condition.
Steel
1990s Ralph Lauren Brompton Brown Saddle Leather Down Sof
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare RRP £14,000 custom made to order Ralph Lauren aged brown saddle leather sofa in stunning vintage condition throughout.
Leather, Upholstery
Saddle Leather Mara Sofa by Lorenza Bozzoli
Located in Geneve, CH
Saddle Leather Mara Sofa by Lorenza Bozzoli Dimensions: D 94 x W 180 x H 82 cm.
Other
$18,065
H 36.62 in W 141.74 in D 40.95 in
Sofa, Modular Taupe Upholstery Design, Saddle Leather Tray System, Italy
By Frigerio
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Sofa, Modular Taupe Upholstery Design, Saddle Leather Tray System, Italy TITLE: Davis Sofa DESIGNER: Gianfranco Frigerio STYLE: Modern MATERIALS: Fabric, Saddle Leather, Metal DIMEN...
Metal
$21,245 / item
H 29.14 in W 74.81 in D 41.34 in
Mochi Saddle Leather & White Fabric Outdoor Sofa by Studiopepe
By Exteta
Located in Milan, IT
Precious sartorial details meets the playfulness of generous volumes inspired by the eponymous Japanese rice cake in this glamorous outdoor sofa. Designed for complementing refined c...
Textile
$19,750 / set
H 27.5 in W 114 in D 79 in
Piero Lissoni for Cassina Mex Cube 271 Sectional Sofa in Elmosoft Saddle Brown
By Cassina, Piero Lissoni
Located in Seattle, WA
A rare and illusive Mex Cube 271 extra wide sectional, down-filled cushions, completely reupholstered in Elmo-soft Saddle Brown leather. Designed and went into production by Cassina ...
Metal
$16,995
H 27.5 in W 122 in D 35.5 in
Piero Lissoni for Cassina Mex Cube 271 3-Seater Sofa in Elmosoft Saddle Brown
By Cassina, Piero Lissoni
Located in Seattle, WA
A rare and illusive Mex Cube 271 extra wide three-seater sofa, down-filled cushions, completely reupholstered in Elmo-soft Saddle Brown leather.
Metal
1970s Leather and Zebra Hide Scupltural Sofa Settee
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Made of Zebra hide, saddle leather and wood. The beautiful sofa is a statement and packed with personality!!
Leather, Zebra Hide, Wood
Cleo Baldon Handcrafted 8' Leather Sofa for Terra, circa 1965
By Terra, Cleo Baldon
Located in Camden, ME
Cleo Baldon leather upholstered "saddle bag" sofa designed in 1965 for her furniture company, Terra.
Iron
$26,301 / item
H 32.68 in W 94.89 in D 36.23 in
Contemporary Design, Iconic Sofa in Natural Saddle Leather V215
By Formitalia
Located in Pistoia, IT
Clean design with extreme care for iconic details. Premium natural materials. Completely handmade.
Steel
$23,609 / set
H 26.78 in W 34.26 in D 29.93 in
Vintage Modular Cognac Saddle Leather Sectional Sofa Germany Chapo Era
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unique and gorgeous modular sectional sofa from the 70ties is manufactured in germany. It has slightly curved design. The Sling shape is made of vegetal leather with fine deta...
Leather, Canvas, Oak
$29,630 / item
H 32.68 in W 94.89 in D 36.23 in
Contemporary Design, Iconic Sofa with Tray in Natural Saddle Leather V215/T
By Formitalia
Located in Pistoia, IT
ASTON MARTIN - Home Interiors Iconic 2ers Sofa V215/T with tray in Calacatta Cream marble, in saddle leather art.
Steel
$6,055 / set
H 32.68 in W 70.87 in D 39.38 in
Set of 2 Club Chairs and 1 Sofa in Saddle Leather by Jan Frantzen, Netherlands
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Upholstered in supple old saddle leather with a black decorative line, which makes the design look extremely well.
Leather
Saddle Leather Sofa by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Saddle leather sofa by Børge Mogensen. Model 2209.
Leather
Ralph Lauren Signed Late 20th Century Saddle Leather Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant and rare Ralph Lauren saddle leather sofa with lovely patina. Structurally sound.
Leather, Textile, Wood
Saddle Leather Sofa Vintage by Ralph Lauren
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Vintage 1970s Classic Saddle Leather Sofa by RALPH LAUREN Approximate Measurements in Inches 34" hi...
Leather
Classic Vintage Ralph Lauren Saddle Leather Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a gorgeous vintage Ralph Lauren caramel brown soft saddle leather sofa with a classic roll arm shape and ...
Leather, Wood
Vintage Ralph Lauren Saddle Leather Sofa 1980s
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Vintage Ralph Lauren Saddle Leather Sofa 1980s Approximate Measurements in Inches 32" high at back 85" ...
Leather
Roche Bobois Saddle Leather Sofa After Hermes
By Roche Bobois
Located in London, GB
A stylish leather two-seater sofa is covered in sumptuous thick saddle leather with stitched edges and metal corner details.
Metal
Traditional Ralph Lauren Aran Isles Saddle Leather Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Ralph Lauren Aran Isles sofa in distressed saddle color leather. Classical style with rolled arms and front bun mahogany feet.
Leather
20th Century Roche Bobois Saddle Leather Sofa after Hermes
By Roche Bobois
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A stylish leather two-seater sofa is covered in sumptuous thick saddle leather with stitched edges and metal corner details.
Leather
Classic Ralph Lauren Mid-Century Modern Style Saddle Leather Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent Palm Beach Estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Gorgeous vintage Ralph Lauren caramel brown leather sofa with a classic roll arm shape and raised wood ...
Leather
Leather Croissant Sofa by Raphael Raffel for Honore Paris, 1970s
By Honoré Paris, Raphael Raffel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Made to order back in the 1970s and seldom available for purchase. Saddle leather sofa in the shape of a giant croissant.
Leather
Sold
H 27.56 in W 43.51 in D 28.15 in
Rare French Suite of Oak Art Deco Brown Saddle Leather Sofa & Pair of Armchairs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely suite of circa 1920’s Art Deco brown leather seating with ornate oak frames A very good looking and well made suite, it is French circa 1900...
Leather, Oak
Leather Saddle Colored Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Tarrytown, NY
High quality, very heavy, leather Chesterfield sofa on wooden feet. Very deep.
Leather
Hancock & Moore Saddle Leather Brown Nailhead Sofa
By Hancock & Moore
Located in West Hartford, CT
The "Rolls Royce" of leather furniture, Hancock & Moore never disappoints. This sofa is broken in just right and the patina on the leather is next level. Why not own the best? Depen...
Leather, Textile, Wood
Sold
H 27.5 in W 34 in D 40 in
Vintage Original Saddle Leather Ligne Roset Togo Sofa and Fireside Chair
By Ligne Roset
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original saddle leather. Very rare color. Terribly comfortable.
Leather
Sold
H 29.93 in W 61.03 in D 31.5 in
Scandinavian Modern 2-seater Sofa "Ilona" Saddle Leather, Arne Norell, 1971
By Arne Norell
Located in Odense, DK
The clear and strong lines end on top with a slight twist. Beautiful thick saddle leather is spanned to the beech frame to create the seating.
Leather
Sold
H 28.75 in W 70.87 in D 29.93 in
Poul Cadovius Three Seat Sofa of Ash, Aniline Leather, Canvas and Saddle Leather
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Poul Cadovius three seat sofa with frame of ash. New upholstered cushions in aniline leather. Seat and back with new canvas. Made by Cado.
Leather, Canvas, Ash
Sold
H 33.47 in W 68.51 in D 39.38 in
Vintage Brown Heritage Saddle Leather John Lews Madison 2 Seater Sofa
By John Lewis
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this gorgeous brown leather saddle leather two seater sofa. Excellent quality and solid frame built inside the sofa; cushions are still plump an...
Leather
Sold
H 28.35 in W 79.93 in D 35.83 in
Gorgeous Brown Heritage Saddle Leather John Lewis Madison 2 Seater Sofa
By John Lewis
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this gorgeous brown leather saddle leather two seater sofa. A lovely quality and solid frame built inside the sofa; the cushions are still plump...
Leather
Sold
H 28.75 in W 70.87 in D 29.93 in
Poul Cadovius three seat sofa of Ash, Aniline Leather, Canvas and Saddle Leather
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Poul Cadovius three seat sofa with frame of ash. Seat and back with canvas, original upholstered tan leather cushions. Made by Cado.
Leather, Canvas, Ash
Sold
H 30.32 in W 166.15 in D 38.19 in
Sublime Poltrona Frau “Cassiopea” Large Sofa with Bookcase-End in Saddle Leather
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is superb, immaculately-presented 250 “Met” 3-Seat (but actually seats 3 or 4 people in comfort) Sofa, from the world renown Italian furniture house of Cass...
Leather
Sold
H 28.35 in W 68.12 in D 35.83 in
Stunning Brown Heritage Saddle Leather John Lews Madison 2 Seater Sofa '1/2'
By John Lewis
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are so excited to present to you this gorgeous brown leather saddle leather two seater sofa. Very good quality and solid frame built inside the sofa, cushions are still plump a...
Leather
Sold
H 31.5 in W 72.84 in D 36.23 in
Lovely Brown Heritage Saddle Leather John Lewis Madison Two to Three Seat Sofa
By John Lewis
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this John Lewis Heritage leather Contemporary two to three seat sofa A nice piece, very comfortable and looks good in any setting, being made by John Lew...
Leather
Modern Leather Sleeper Sectional Sofa
Located in Astoria, NY
Dark Green and Saddle Leather Upholstered Sleeper Sofa, with three back and three seat cushions above a conforming plinth. 32" H x 92" L x 32" D; seat: 20" H.
Leather
Sold
H 26 in W 84.5 in D 33 in
Stow & Davis Cognac Leather Modern Tuxedo Chesterfield Style Tufted Sofa
By Stow Davis
Located in Topeka, KS
Have you been looking for a sofa that makes a statement? Look no further!! This is an absolutely gorgeous saddle or cognac leather sofa by Stow & Davis.
Leather, Walnut
A Vintage Chesterfield Leather Sofa, France c.1960
Located in Chicago, IL
We are delighted to offer this stunning original circa 1960's, very comfortable, fully coil sprung, hand-dyed saddle brown leather club sofa with Chesterfield tufting and exposed nai...
Sheepskin
Sold
H 34.65 in W 87.41 in D 39.77 in
Gorgeous Timothy Oulton Viscount Old Sadle Nut Brown Leather Three Seater Sofa
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
An enduring, timeless design upholstered in Saddle Nut Leather. This sofa is beautifully aged and will have some light wear on the arms and around from honest good use.
Leather
French Modern Style Saddle Leather & Brass Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Modern Style Saddle Leather & Brass Sofa France, Later 20th Century A French Modern Style Saddle Leather & Brass sofa from France in the later 20th century.
Brass
Sold
H 33.86 in W 114.18 in D 39.38 in
Poltrona Frau "Massimosistema" 4-Seat Sofa & Ottoman In Tan Brown Saddle Leather
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is a huge, sublime, immaculately-presented “Massimosistema” 4-seat sofa and Ottoman suite, manufactured by the leading Italian Interiors House, Poltrona Fra...
Leather
Sold
H 31.5 in W 37.01 in D 30.71 in
MARIO BELLINI FOR CASSINA CAB 415 ARMCHAIR & SOFA SADDLE LEATHER, ITALY 1980s
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Reutlingen, DE
Absolutely stunning, very high-quality, and rare Mario Bellini for Cassina model "CAB 415" armchair and 2seater sofa made of thick black saddle leather, Italy, 1980s.
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 39.75 in W 55 in D 35 in
1950s Ralph Lauren Style English Tufted Leather Chesterfield Settee / Sofa
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1950s English tufted leather Chesterfield settee or sofa. The saddle leather has a wonderful patina.
Leather, Mahogany
Sold
H 35.04 in W 73.23 in D 39.97 in
Lovely Aged Chestnut Brown Leather Three-Seat Sofa Great Color and Comfortable
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for auction this lovely saddle brown leather three-seat sofa A lovely looking and very comfortable sofa, the base cushions are medium firm the back is me...
Leather
Henredon Ralph Lauren Saddle Leather Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Stunning Ralph Lauren sofa in thick, buttery, luxurious saddle leather.
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 27 in W 52 in D 36 in
Fendi Casa Modular Sofa Varenne Cognac Saddle Leather Horse Villa Borghese Italy
By Fendi, Fendi Casa, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Double Varenne modular cognac saddle leather sofa from the iconic Italian fashion house of Fendi, featuring lush, buttery soft leather, quilted accents and embossed Fendi horses.
Leather
Kagan Style Saddle Calfskin Leather Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Kagan style saddle calfskin leather sofa, Sumptuous neutral saddle colored Calfskin leather upholstered asymmetrical sofa.
Leather
Ralph Lauren Saddle Leather Floating Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Stunning Ralph Lauren sofa in thick, buttery, luxurious saddle leather.
Leather, Wood
Fine quality saddle distressed leather chesterfield 7 ft sofa
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Upholstered in rich saddle -hued genuine leather, the sofa features deep button tufting across the back and arms, rolled English arms, and elegant brass nailhead trim.
Leather
*SALE* 1920's German Lodge Leather Sofa with Original Saddle Leather
Located in Atlanta, GA
1920's German Lodge Leather Sofa with Original Saddle Leather. Original oak finish and nail head trim.
Oak, Leather
Baker Furniture Company Large Saddle Brown Leather Three-Seat Sofa
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant Baker Furniture large saddle brown leather sofa. Made in the USA. Features eight-way hand tied construction and down blended fill (see tags on pictures below for percentages).
Leather, Mahogany
Sold
H 28.35 in W 68.9 in D 41.34 in
Ligne Roset Togo by Michel Ducaroy Three-Seater Sofa in Saddle Brown Leather
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Dronten, NL
Originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973, the Togo has become a true design classic, celebrated for its distinctive form and enduring appeal. This versatile modu...
Foam, Leather
Sold
H 35 in W 88 in D 49 in
Classic Pair of Ralph Lauren Chesterfield Style Brompton Supple Leather Sofas
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Yummy classic pair of Ralph Lauren Brompton style saddle colored supple leather Chesterfield sofas with nail head trim, wooden feet and high end navy twill gray striped very comfy se...
Leather, Upholstery
Sold
H 28.55 in W 85.04 in D 38.59 in
FULLY COIL SPRUNG VINTAGE 1920's HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CLUB SOFA
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning original circa 1920's, super comfortable, fully coil sprung, hand dyed saddle brown...
Leather
Machalke Saddle Leather Two-Seat Couch Brown Black
By Machalke Furniture
Located in Cologne, DE
Vintage Machalke leather two-seat sofa. Fine quality saddle leather.
Leather
Sold
H 31.5 in W 86.62 in D 39.38 in
Machalke Diego Designer Sofa Leather Cognac Zigarro Aged Saddle Three-Seat
By Machalke Furniture
Located in Cologne, DE
Cognac zigarro colored original Machalke Diego designer leather sofa in a minimalistic and modern design, made for pure comfort.
Leather
Sold
H 26.78 in W 86.62 in D 32.29 in
Olive Colored Leather 3-Seater Sofa, Model Ds-12 by De Sede, 1970s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Deventer, NL
The 3-person vintage sofa consists of three separate elements and is covered with thick olive green saddle-stitched leather.
Leather
CAB 415 sofa by Mario Bellini, 1980s
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in GENDT, NL
CAB 415 sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1980s. Think saddle leather upholstery.
Leather
Stunning Saddle Leather English Rolled Arm Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Oaks, PA
Stunning saddle leather English rolled arm Chesterfield sofa.
Leather, Wood
$2,800 / item
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 13.39 in
Sling Hanging Swing Chair Genuine Black Leather 21st Century Modern
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of soft leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experie...
Steel
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$3,290 / item
H 35 in W 86 in D 40 in
Modern English Sofa in a Caramel Mustard Faux Velvet Mohair with Down Cushion
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing Our Modern English Sofa in beautiful rich Caramel Mustard tone. This piece is designed to be the centerpiece of your living space, combining contemporary elegance with cl...
Cotton, Velvet, Oak, Down
Travertine Cat or Dog Bowl Set
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Unique and Stunning Pet bowl made of travertine stone. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine bowls are a study in sculptural simplicity. Natural variations in the sto...
Travertine
$1,550 / item
H 18 in W 12 in D 12 in
Stacked Bone and Brass Powder-Coated Table Lamp with Peekaboo Silver Leaf Shade
By Seth Premo, Arvo Ray
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Junius lamp makes a bold statement with its geometric stacked elements that appear almost to float above one another. The lamp is constructed with a powder-coated steel shade and...
Brass, Silver Leaf, Steel
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$5,023 / item
H 56.11 in W 25.6 in D 19.1 in
Arcate sideboard, in Canaletto walnut by Accardibuccheri Medulum for Medulum
By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Il settimanale Arcate fa parte di una collezione esclusiva che include comodini e comò, ideata dal rinomato studio milanese Accardi Buccheri per il brand MEDULUM. La scocca, realizza...
Walnut
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
$7,909 / set
H 48 in W 69 in D 48 in
Trapezi 5 by SilvioMondinoStudio, Chandelier in Brass, Murano Glass LED Dimmable
By Silvio Mondino Studio
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
The Trapezi Chandelier Offers a Contemporary Interpretation of the Murano Glass Chandelier, Grounded in Italian Design and Shaped by the Clarity and Lightness of the International St...
Brass
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
Pink Marble Pedestal Cone Side Table
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introduce monumental elegance and a grounded detail to your interior with the stunning pink marble CONE side table. The sculptural geometric shape of this contemporary design piece ...
Marble
$10,599 / set
H 27.56 in W 80.32 in D 108.67 in
Ligne Roset by Michel Ducaroy Togo Pink Corner Modular Sofa, Set of Three
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Rochester, England
The iconic Togo sofa, originally designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in 1973 has become a design Classic. This three-piece modular set is incredibly versatile and can be conf...
Fabric
$6,000
H 64 in W 48 in D 21 in
Ralph Lauren Henredon George II Mahogany Gentleman's Dresser Chest of Drawers
By Ralph Lauren, Henredon
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th Century Georgian style Chest of Drawer by Henredon for Ralph Lauren. Features a Breakfront form made from mahogany with carved front apron and grooved stiles flanking 15 d...
Mahogany
$1,250
H 8.47 in W 22.64 in D 22.64 in
Piero De Martini for Cassina 'Naviglio' Coffee Table in Walnut and Slate
By Piero De Martini, Cassina
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Piero De Martini for Cassina, 'Naviglio' coffee table, walnut, slate, metal, Italy, 1980s This low table features are modernly structured, featuring a clear square table top execute...
Slate, Metal
Ralph Lauren Louis XVI Style Duchess Salon Chair
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent marquis bergere á la Reine salon chair designed by Ralph Lauren in the grand French Louis XVI taste. Known as the "Duchess Salon Chair" featuring a hardwood frame bench made ...
Brass
Ralph Lauren English New Bohemian Artist’s Chair in Blue Velvet
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
An elegant labeled English "New Bohemian Artist’s Chair", designed by Ralph Lauren. The large shelter wing chair is upholstered in a striking Italian riding velvet in a dramatic deep...
Nickel
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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