Unavailable|$3,500
Regency Mahogany Child's Sofa, c. 1820
Located in St. Louis, MO
Regency mahogany child's sofa, the serpentine top rail over the upholstered seat and back; the
Mahogany
Unavailable|$4,675 / item
De Sede DS-600 Stool in Black Leather by U. Berger, E. Peduzzi Riva, H. Ulrich
By Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, and Ueli Berger, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
serpentine endless sofa. The affectionately named “Tatzelwurm” sculpture also took up residency in the living
Leather
Sold|$28,000
Vintage "Serpentine" Sofa
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A stunning vintage "Serpentine" sofa. An iconic design, emphasizing a sculptural biomorphic form.
Fabric, Wood
Sold|$5,000
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Wayne, NJ
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa. unmarked.
Sold|$7,500
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Serpentine sofa by Vladimir Kagan. Newer upholstery over walnut bases.
Wood, Upholstery
Sold|$32,000
Early Serpentine Sofa
Located in Westport, CT
Rarely seen, early version of the infamous "Serpentine" sofa. Completely restored, newly
Chenille, Walnut
Sold|$12,000
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Serpentine sofa by Vladimir Kagan. Newly upholstered in grey mohair over walnut bases.
Mohair, Walnut
Sold|$9,000
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa.
Located in Miami, FL
Vladimir Kagan for Directional serpentine sofa, upholstered with the original red ultra suede.
Ultrasuede, Lucite
Sold|$12,500
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
Vladimir Kagan serpentine sofa for Directional. Upholstered in it's original Fuchsia ultra-suede.
Sold|$15,000
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Serpentine sofa by Vladimir Kagan. Newly upholstered in ultra plush mohair over walnut bases.
Sold|$15,000
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Vladimir Kagan "Serpentine" sofa for Directional furniture. Newly upholstered in plush mohair over
Mohair, Walnut
Sold|$15,000
Vladamir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Serpentine sofa with bases in walnut and Lucite by Vladimir Kagan, American 1990s. This is an
Sold|$17,500
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Vladimir Kagan serpentine sofa for Directional. This piece has been upholstered in Knoll Classic
Bouclé, Lucite
Sold|$12,500
Vladimir Kagan - Serpentine Sofa
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in San Francisco, CA
Serpentine sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional. Manufactured in the 1970's by Directional. In
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in San Francisco, CA
A serpentine sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss. Walnut base with a supporting foot of
Walnut, Wool
Sold|$8,000
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Serpentine sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional. All original sofa circa 1970's. Fabric shows
Fabric, Lucite
Sold|$65,000
Huge Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large version of the Vladimir serpentine sofa, model #150BC. Early version with caster feet.
Upholstery, Wood
Sold|$14,950
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful serpentine sofa by Vladimir Kagan. In a cotton twill. Sofa includes three cushions that
Upholstery, Wood
Sold|$8,800
Vladimir Kagan Directional Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Vladimir Kagan for Directional serpentine sofa. This 8' example is upholstered in its original
Lucite
Sold|$1,800
Serpentine Sofa by Adrain Pearsall
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
Serpentine sofa by Adrain Pearsall in the style of Kagan. Excellent sofa with dimensions with the
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa for Directional
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Wayne, NJ
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa for Directional. Ready for upholstery.
Sold|$15,000
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa, 1990s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Serpentine sofa upholstered in lilac ultrasuede with black welting and bases in walnut and Lucite
Ultrasuede, Lucite, Walnut
Sold|$4,474
Vintage 1970's Design Serpentine Sofa
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Postmodern Design Serpentine sofa, made in the 1970's. An outstanding vintage Serpentine
Velvet
Sold|$9,800
Monumental Serpentine Sofa by Directional
By Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
Monumental serpentine sofa by Directional. Sofa is in good vintage condition but does need new
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine sofa for Directional. Sofa has center Lucite support and retains
Sold|$20,658
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the stunning Serpentine Sofa by renowned designer Vladimir Kagan. This luxurious piece
Fabric, Wood
Sold|$17,000 / item
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa, Sold Individually
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
serpentine sofas by Directional.
Upholstery, Lucite
Sold|$7,900
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Vladimir Kagan serpentine sofa designed in the 1970's and manufactured by Directional
Sold|$18,000
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofas
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Serpentine sofas by Vladimir Kagan. One left arm sofa and one right arm sofa. Vintage
Fabric, Walnut
Sold|$12,000
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Stunning Serpentine sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional in shimmery light grey Sunbrella. The
Velvet
Sold|$27,000
Mid Century Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
Located in Asheville, NC
This beautiful Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa is a design classic. Its energetic design is set of
Sold|$8,800
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofas
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Pair of Vladimir Kagan for Directional serpentine sofas. These 8' examples are upholstered in their
Sold|$5,950
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful serpentine sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan in the 1960's and manufactured in the 1980's
Foam, Upholstery
Sold|$16,000
Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan, circa 1970
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
Iconic serpentine sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan. Reupholstered in wool fabric by Maharam.
Wool
Modern Blue Velvet Serpentine Sofa by Directional
By Directional
Located in Houston, TX
Gorgeous modern blue velvet sculptural serpentine sofa signed by Directional. Wonderful and unique.
Velvet
Sold|$18,500
Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan, circa 1970
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
Iconic Serpentine sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan. Newly reupholstered in wool fabric by Maharam.
Wool
Sold|$18,500
Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan, circa 1970
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
Iconic Serpentine sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan. Newly reupholstered in wool fabric by Maharam.
Wool
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Vladimir Kagan for Directional serpentine sofa circa late 1970s. This all original example has its
Upholstery, Lucite
Sold|$16,000 / item
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofas on Brass Bases
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of serpentine sofas designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional Furniture. Fully restored and
Brass
Sold|$16,000
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa on Brass Bases
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Serpentine sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional Furniture. Fully restored and
Brass
Serpentine Sofa in the Style of Vladimir Kagan
By Lazar Industries
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the Serpentine Sofa in the Style of Vladimir Kagan, a stunning addition to any modern
Textile, Wood
Sold|$3,095
George II style mahogany serpentine sofa
Located in Cheshire, GB
George II style mahogany serpentine sofa, with an arched padded back and scrolled arms recently
Mahogany
Sold|$16,995
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa by Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Raleigh, NC
A classic cloud or serpentine sofa by Vladimir Kagan. Newly upholstered in a very light oatmeal or
Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa, America, 20th Century
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine sofa, America, 20th century. Large scale, chrome base, newly
Chrome
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa, America, 20th Century
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine sofa, America, 20th century. Large scale, chrome base, newly
Chrome
Sold|$34,000 / set
Set of Opposing Serpentine Sofas
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning and rare set of vintage "Serpentine" sofas featuring a distinctive curved frame that
Upholstery, Walnut
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Serpentine Sofa
Located in Phoenix, AZ
All original Vladimir Kagan for Directional Serpentine sofa. This example is done in black ultra
Lucite
Sold|$14,500
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofas on Walnut Bases
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Vladimir Kagan "Serpentine Sofas" for Directional. Fully restored. Reupholstered in light grey
Mohair, Walnut
Sold|$14,500
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa on Walnut Base
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Vladimir Kagan "Serpentine Sofas" for Directional. Fully restored. Reupholstered in light grey
Mohair, Walnut
Sold|$15,000 / item
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofas on Brass Bases
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of serpentine sofas designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional Furniture. Original black micro
Brass
Sold|$15,000
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa on Brass Bases
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Serpentine sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional Furniture. Original black micro velvet
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa, America circa 1980
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa America circa 1980 Recently upholstered in velvet on chrome legs
Chrome
Vintage Weiman Serpentine Sofa attributed to Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Vintage Weiman serpentine sofa attributed to Vladimir Kagan Fantastic teal microsuede four piece
Suede
Sold|$28,000
Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan in Bouclé
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Westport, CT
Rare vintage "Serpentine" sofa by Vladimir Kagan. Fully restored down to its frame, newly
Mohair, Walnut
Sold|$12,000
Serpentine Sofa Vladimir Kagan for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large serpentine sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, circa 1970s. The free-form sofa
Foam, Wood, Lucite, Fabric
Sold|$2,500
Thayer Coggin Curved Serpentine Sofa
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Southampton, NJ
A curvy sculptural serpentine sofa. From the Prodigy line by Thayer Coggin no longer in production
Foam, Polyester, Wood
American Modernism, Serpentine Sofa, Velvet, Walnut, America, 1990s
Located in High Point, NC
A large and curved serpentine sofa. Reupholstered in a brand new beige velvet fabric. Form similar
Velvet, Walnut
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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