With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the shearling sofa you’re looking for. A shearling sofa — often made from
wood,
animal skin and
lambskin — can elevate any home. Find 14 options for an antique or vintage shearling sofa now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a shearling sofa — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A shearling sofa is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in
Scandinavian Modern and
Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency.
Fritz Hansen,
A.P. Stolen and
Folke Jansson each produced at least one beautiful shearling sofa that is worth considering.
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.