Shearling Missoni Gravita Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous vintage sofa newly reupholstered in shearling. See in person at our Los Angeles showroom.
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Polyester
Shearling Missoni Gravita Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous vintage sofa newly reupholstered in shearling. See in person at our Los Angeles showroom.
Polyester
Shearling Sheepskin Sofa, Made in Denmark
By Flemming Lassen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Sheepskin sofa, handcrafted in Denmark and upholstered with New Zealand shearling wool. The style
Sheepskin, Walnut
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Shearling, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic shearling and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Seat Height (inches
Sheepskin, Wood
Vintage Shearling Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Shearling Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950. Comfortable model, later upholstered
Sheepskin
Vintage Shearling Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Shearling Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950. Comfortable model later upholstered
Sheepskin
Ludvig Pontoppidan, Sofa, Shearling, Beech, Denmark, c. 1950s
By Ludvig Pontoppidan
Located in High Point, NC
A sheepskin and beech sofa designed and produced by Ludvig Pontoppidan, Denmark, c. 1950s. Seat
Sheepskin, Beech
Axel Einar Hjorth, "Wärmdö" Sofa, Pine, Shearling, Sweden, 1937
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained pine and shearling "Wärmdö" sofa designed by Axel Einar Hjorth and produced by
Sheepskin, Pine
A vintage biomorphic sofa in shearling, late 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
A vintage biomorphic curvy sofa, late 20th century. Upholstered in an off-white shearling bouclé
Fabric, Wood
$28,000
H 31 in W 128 in D 78 in
Adrian Pearsall Grand Boomerang Sofa, Craft Associates, New Shearling Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Raleigh, NC
This distinctive sofa showcases Pearsall's signature sculptural approach with its sweeping
Sheepskin, Walnut
$40,000
H 29 in W 95 in D 53 in
Rogan Gregory Custom Sofa in Marble Composite with Upholstered Shearling
By Rogan Gregory
Located in San Francisco, CA
Stunning and unique sofa in marble composite with upholstered shearling seating and bronze
Marble, Bronze
$40,000
H 31 in W 78 in D 32 in
Mid-Century Danish Brown Shearling Curved Sofa, Attributed to Flemming Lassen
By Flemming Lassen
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Danish curved sofa, attributed to Flemming Lassen, circa 1940s. Beautiful
Wool
$9,900
H 29.93 in W 63 in D 33.86 in
Danish Cabinetmaker Curved Sofa in Taupe Faux Shearling, Denmark, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
this curved sofa, combines functionality, pragmatism, and an appeal to the senses. This sumptuous
Fabric, Wood, Faux Fur
Italian Designer, Settee, Shearling, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A shearling and brass settee designed and produced by an Italian designer, Italy, 1950s. Seat
Brass
1940s Danish Settee by Alfred Christensen in Tan Shearling
By Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in New York, NY
traditional round spindles. The piece is newly lacquered and reupholstered in luxurious tan shearling from
Sheepskin, Wood
$4,750
H 30 in W 69 in D 30 in
Mid Century Modern Danish Walnut Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen Newly Reupholstered
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Chicago, IL
Sheep's Wool Shearling Elegant Danish modern sofa designed by architect and furniture designer Ib Kofod
Walnut
Phillip Lloyd Powell Living Room Suite, 1979
By Phillip Lloyd Powell
Located in Chicago, IL
. Cushions newly upholstered in Great Plains high-pile 100% wool shearling. Comprising one sofa, one loveseat
Wool, Rosewood, Walnut, Wenge, Oak
"Sweet" Sofa, Cowhide and Shearling Upholstery
By James Lenglin
Located in Rosheim, FR
The soft curves of this sofa are covered in luxurious natural shearling and French cowhide
Cowhide, Lambskin, Beech
‘Kai’ Couch in Swedish Pine and Australian Shearling
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful contemporary couch with floating wall-mounted back which can be installed at the height
Sheepskin, Pine
Unavailable
H 32.68 in W 78.75 in D 45.28 in
"Sweet" Fur Sofa, Golden Mink and Black Shearling Upholstery
By James Lenglin
Located in Rosheim, FR
"Sweet" sofa by James Lenglin Golden mink fur and black shearling upholstery. Handcrafted in
Fur, Lambskin
Unavailable
H 32.68 in W 78.75 in D 45.28 in
"Sweet" Fur Sofa, Golden Mink and Black Shearling Upholstery
By James Lenglin
Located in Rosheim, FR
"Sweet" sofa by James Lenglin Golden mink fur and black shearling upholstery. Handcrafted in
Fur, Lambskin
Unavailable
H 27 in W 126 in D 30 in
Curved Midcentury Ottoman Reupholstered in Charcoal Faux Shearling
Located in Chicago, IL
• 6 legs finished in dark walnut stain • Reupholstered in charcoal faux shearling fabric, • mid
Faux Fur, Polyester, Wood
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 120.08 in D 41.74 in
Bespoke 3 Seater Sofa Reclaimed Hardwood & Brass Frame by P. Tendercool 'Indoor'
By Pieter Compernol & Stephanie Grusenmeyer
Located in Bangkok, TH
Bangkok where we are based) Fabric for this sofa: Perennials - Shearling - color Tumble Weed Cost of
Brass
Beige Curly Shearling Round Sofa on Swivel Base, Harold
By Norki
Located in ROSHEIM, FR
The creation of this wonderful sofa is the result of a meticulous work, which demands patience
Lambskin, Beech
Curved Shearling Sofa
Located in Long Island City, NY
Mid-Century Modern curved sofa in shearling upholstery on pine legs.
Fur
1930s Danish Cabinetmaker Shearling Sofa
Located in Portland, OR
Freshly upholstered in honey shearling, this 1930s danish cabinetmaker sofa is ready to hold you
Sheepskin, Beech
Early Dutch Modernist Shearling Sofa, Newly Upholstered
By Hans J. Wegner, Theo Ruth
Located in Raleigh, NC
A stunning vintage 1940s-1950s modernist sofa in the style of Theo Ruth. This piece is incredibly
Sheepskin, Pine
Sold
H 33.08 in W 68.51 in D 31.89 in
Midcentury Sculptrual Sheepskin/Shearling Sofa in Manors of Marta Blomstedt
By Märta Blomstedt
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This sculptural sofa with its curvy frame was produced in the early 1940s. The sofa has been fully
Sheepskin, Birch
Sold
H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 31.5 in
Rare Vintage Viggo Boesen Sofa in Shearling, Produced by Hos Wulff, Denmark 1930
By Hos Wulff, Viggo Boesen
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A rare vintage beech and shearling sofa designed by Viggo Boesen (attributed) and produced by Hos
Sheepskin, Beech
Viggo Boesen Sofa in Shearling
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Viggo Boesen sofa in Shearling.
Sheepskin
Danish Curved Sofa, Brown Shearling
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish Curved Sofa, Brown Shearling Circa, 1940's Denmark origin
Sheepskin, Wood
Danish Leather and Shearling Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine three-person Chesterfield sofa of the mid-20th century, its original moss-green leather worn
Leather, Beech
Vintage Shearling Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Shearling Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, Circa 1950. Comfortable model, later upholstered
Sheepskin
Very Rare Carved Otto Wretling Sofa with Shearling
By Otto Wretling
Located in Long Island City, NY
This three-seat sofa with its hand-carved frame (note the pine needles and pinecones, the stylized
Fur, Pine
Very Rare Carved Wood Sofa with Shearling Upholstery
By Otto Wretling
Located in Long Island City, NY
rumskonst (The Otto Wretling Firm for Modern Room Art). This splended, hand-carved sofa is not often
Sheepskin, Wood
Sold
H 36.75 in W 130 in D 48 in
Renzo Zavanella Attribution, Large Sofa, Shearling, Wood, Italy, 1940s.
By Renzo Zavanella
Located in High Point, NC
A large shearling and stained wood sofa attributed to Renzo Zavanella, Italy, 1940s. Seat height
Sheepskin, Wood
Finn Juhl "Japan" Sofa in Teak and Shearling, 1957
By Finn Juhl
Located in Coronado, CA
Finn Juhl early "Japan" sofa produced by France & Daverkosen in 1957. This example in solid teak
Brass
Sold
H 83 in W 63 in D 30.7 in
Scandinavian Modern Shearling/Sheepskin Sofa by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Stockholm, SE
This exquisite sofa is a prime example of Scandinavian Modern design. Named "Samspel," it was
Sheepskin
Sold
H 28.25 in W 69 in D 31 in
Viggo Boesen Attr., Danish Mid-Century Modern, Curved Sofa, Shearling, Beechwood
By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Manhasset, NY
Viggo Boesen Attr., Danish Mid-Century Modern, Banana Sofa, Shearling, Beechwood Danish modern
Sheepskin, Beech
Sold
H 31.5 in W 59.06 in D 31.5 in
Scandinavian Mid-Century Sofa "Divina" in Shearling Sheepskin Arne Norell, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
seating. The generous two-seater sofa is newly upholstered in quality shearling / sheepskin and works
Sheepskin, Wood
Polar Bear Sofa, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful polar bear sofa, 1950s. Recently upholstered with off-white shearling fabric. The sofa
Upholstery
Danish Modern, Honey Sheepskin, Oak, Sofa, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Danish Modern, Honey Shearling, Oak, Sofa, Denmark, 1940s Danish modern sofa designed by an
Sheepskin, Oak
Sold
H 30.5 in W 70.5 in D 34.25 in
Danish Modern, Beechwood, Sahara Sheepskin, Banana Sofa, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Danish Mid-Century Modern, Beechwood, Sahara Shearling, Banana Sofa, Denmark, 1940s Danish modern
Sheepskin
Sold
H 29.14 in W 31.5 in D 32.68 in
Rare Viggo Boesen Armchairs in Shearling, Produced by Hos Wulff, Denmark 1930
By Viggo Boesen, Hos Wulff
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A rare pair of vintage beech and shearling chairs designed by Viggo Boesen (attributed) and
Sheepskin, Beech
Sold
H 30 in W 69 in D 30 in
Mid-Century Modern Danish Walnut Frame Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen Newly Upholstered
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Chicago, IL
Ivory Sheep's Wool Shearling Elegant Danish modern sofa designed by architect and furniture designer
Wool, Wood, Walnut
Vintage Shearling Cabinetmaker Sofa from Denmark, circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage shearling cabinetmaker sofa from Denmark, circa 1950. Late upholstered in Denmark with
Sheepskin
Vintage Shearling Cabinetmaker Sofa from Denmark, circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage shearling cabinetmaker sofa From Denmark, circa 1950. Nice model, upholstered in Denmark
Sheepskin
Art Deco Danish Cream Shearling Bouclé Scalloped Sofa
By Flemming Lassen
Located in Basildon, London
A beautiful vintage tub Danish Art Deco sofa in the manner of architect Flemming Lassen, this sofa
Sheepskin, Bouclé
Sold
H 30 in W 60 in D 25 in
Custom Postmodern Angular Pink Shearling Style White Oak Loveseat / Bench/ Sofa
By Reeves Design + Art, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
Custom-made Postmodern loveseat with light pink shearling style Kravet Fabric. This bench was
Fabric, Oak
Shearling Kidney Ottoman
By Jonathan Adler
Located in New York, NY
to any lounge chair or sofa. Specs: Shearling upholstery Angled brass legs
Brass
Danish Cabinetmaker Shearling Sofa
Located in Portland, OR
A classic silhouette; circa 1940s-40s Danish Cabinetmaker sofa, freshly upholstered in wonderful
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech
Custom Shearling Sofa in the Style of Slagelse Møbelværk
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in New York, NY
New custom-crafted sofa in the style of Slagelse Møbelværk. The lush upholstery is mushroom
Fur, Wood
Danish Designer, Organic Sofa, Shearling, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A organic curved beige shearling and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s. Seat
Sheepskin, Wood
Vintage Shearling Cabinetmaker Sofa from Denmark, circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Shearling Cabinetmaker Sofa From Denmark, circa 1950. Very nice, comfortable model in
Sheepskin
Sold
H 28.5 in W 62 in D 34 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern, Banana Sofa, Beige Shearling, Beech, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Danish Mid-Century Modern, Curved Sofa, Settee or Loveseat, Beige Shearling, Beech, Denmark, 1950s
Sheepskin, Beech
Mid Century Modern Sofa in Tan Shearling Style Boucle, 1950's
By Paul McCobb
Located in Culver City, CA
exquisite vintage tuxedo sofa. Inspired by the iconic designs of Milo Baughman and Paul McCobb, this piece
Bouclé, Teak
Danish Modern, Beech, Brown Sheepskin, Organic Sofa, Denmark, 1930s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Danish Cabinetmaker, Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern, Beech, Shearling, Three Seater Sofa, Denmark
Sheepskin, Beech
1940s Swedish Shearling Couch
By Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1940s Swedish couch newly upholstered in Shearling.
Animal Skin, Oak
Saramony Sofa Bed in Grey Shearling
Located in North Vancouver, CA
Consider the Saramony the Diane Keaton of sofas. Effortless and earthy, it’s bringing the I-have-a
Upholstery
Hans Wegner Sofa Upholstered in White Shearling
By A.P. Stolen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Rosheim, FR
Classic, wonderful and very comfortable 1950s sofa by Hans. J. Wegner, manufactured by Ap Stolen
Lambskin, Oak
Gustavian Style Sofa with Pink Shearling Upholstery
Located in Rosheim, FR
, circa 1910 - is upholstered in pink shearling by specialist French craftsmen combining traditional and
Lambskin
‘Kai’ Couch in Swedish Pine and Australian Shearling
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful contemporary couch with floating wall-mounted back which can be installed at the height
Sheepskin, Pine
NYA "Berlin" Sofa by Carl Malmsten, Shearling Upholstery
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Rosheim, FR
NYA "Berlin" Sofa by Carl Malmsten, circa 1950 Origin Sweden. Carl Malmsten described the home
Beech, Lambskin
Sold
H 29.93 in W 63 in D 33.47 in
Swedish Midcentury Sofa Tellus by Folke Jansson, Shearling Upholstery
By Folke Jansson, SM Wincrantz 1
Located in Rosheim, FR
Scandinavian vintage sofa model Tellus by Folke Jansson for SM Wincrantz Mobelindustri AB Skövde
Brass
Illum Wikkelso Rosewood Sofa w/ New White Shearling Upholstery
Located in Asheville, NC
Mid-Century Modern three seater sofa designed by Illum Wikkelso. Rosewood frame with new webbing
Upholstery, Rosewood
Sold
H 49.22 in W 61.03 in D 21.66 in
Rare Mid-Modern Scandinavian Sofa, 1950, Burgundy Shearling Upholstery
Located in Rosheim, FR
Rare and elegant sofa. Newly upholstered with dyed European lambskin. Exclusive burgundy color.
Lambskin
Sold
H 29 in W 123 in D 31 in
Mid Century Adrian Pearsall Sofa Model 2006-S - New Grey Shearling Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Asheville, NC
Introducing the rare Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sofa - Model 2006-S. It features brand
Walnut
Sold
H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 39.38 in
3 Seater Curved Sofa, Attributed to Fritz Hansen, Denmark C. 1930’s in Shearling
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Espergærde, 84
This lovely curved sofa, produced in Denmark in the 1930’s, has been upholstered with respect for
Lambskin, Beech
1940s Large Sculptural Swedish Shearling Armchair
By Flemming Lassen
Located in New York, NY
Swedish vintage 1940s sculptural longe chair, newly upholstered in Australian shearling hides with
Animal Skin, Oak
Fritz Hansen Couch in Shearling, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Fritz Hansen couch, circa 1940s masterfully reupholstered in light beige shearling with
Upholstery, Wood
Fritz Hansen Couch in Shearling, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Fritz Hansen couch, circa 1940s masterfully reupholstered in light beige shearling with
Upholstery, Wood
1960s Danish Curved Sofa with Faux Shearling Upholstery
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Danish 1960s curved sofa with waxed finished beech arm inserts and tapering solid teak legs, newly
Upholstery, Beech
Vintage Scandinavian Sofa with Shearling Upholstery
Located in Rosheim, FR
Very comfortable rounded Scandinavian vintage sofa, circa 1950 Natural white shearling upholstery
Lambskin, Beech
Viggo Boesen Curved Sofa upholstered in Cream Shearling
By Viggo Boesen
Located in West Hollywood, CA
1930s Viggo Boesen banana shaped sofa/loveseat with channel back. Vintage MCM Danish design
Upholstery, Wood
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
$9,042 / item
H 35.44 in W 63 in D 27.56 in
Brass and Alabaster Mobile Chandelier by Glustin Luminaires
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Mobile kinetic chandelier made of patinated brass with a round counterweight and two enlighten alabaster globes. Original design by Glustin Luminaires.
Alabaster, Brass
$3,800 / item
H 15 in Dm 19.63 in
VOLARE Large Pendant Light in Dark Bronze & Blown Glass by Blueprint Lighting
By Josef Hoffmann, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Volare draws inspiration from a collection of ornate pendants discovered by founders Kelly and Josh during a family trip to Washington, D.C. Featuring a substantial 20" pressed-glass...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
$14,500 / set
H 30 in W 31.5 in D 33 in
Pair of 1940's Style Classic Club or Lounge Chairs in Amber Color Shearling
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful exuberant pair of new Danish modern lounge chairs of our own design. The design is inspired by the classic designs from the 1940s but with our own design variations and up-...
Sheepskin, Beech
Mid-Century Modern 1950s Italian Cabinet in Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cabinet, mahogany, mirrored glass, glass, brass, Italy, 1950s This charming cabinet stands out with its graphical door panels, featuring carved horizontal lines that add character ...
Brass
$4,800 / set
H 38.5 in W 27.5 in D 31 in
Superb pair of Danish late Art Deco Highback Lounge Chairs Carved Wood Armrests
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Superb Danish late Art Deco early midcentury chairs from the late 1930's or early 1940s with spring cushions and beautiful open armrests and legs carved in solid stained Birch with g...
Beech
$4,148 / item
H 37.8 in Dm 25.2 in
Joe 640 Tailored Minimal 20th Century Inspired Pendant Light by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
This Classic, tailored pendant light, inspired by the stitching on my father's Mark Cross cuff link box, is reminiscent of mid-century style and the early simplicity of Art Deco. Als...
Brass
The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
Brass Scape Wall Light by Stem Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass Scape Wall Light by Stem Design Dimensions: D 9 x W 16 x H 12 cm. Materials: Cast brass. Finish: Tumbled and burnished. Weight: 3 kg. Finished and assembled by hand in India....
Brass
Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium....
Linen
$3,990 / item
H 34 in W 31 in D 40 in
Custom Made to Order Belgian Linen Slip Cover Club Chair with Down Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This White Linen Slip-Covered Lounge Chair fits as the perfect accent to any room. It's the perfect chair to have adjacent to a sofa, and can make every pillow look delightful in the...
Cotton, Linen, Wood, Down
Italian Large Cabinet in Teak and Geometric Fronts
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wardrobe or highboard, teak, Italy, 1950s Beautiful cabinet originating from Italy. This spacious 1950s piece showcases timeless modernist elegance. The graphic front of this cabine...
Teak
$34,000
H 26.5 in W 92.75 in D 32 in
Warren Platner Walnut and Leather Floating Case Sofa for Lehigh Leopold, c. 1970
By Lehigh Leopold, Warren Platner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exceptionally rare and highly sought-after collectors piece (with celebrity provenance) is a Warren Platner Executive Leather Case Sofa designed for Lehigh Leopold in circa 1970...
Chrome
Italian Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Metal, Glass, Italy, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, lacquered metal and Reticello glass chandelier designed and produced in Italy, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 37.25” H x 17” W x 6.75“ D Dimensions of Canopy: 3” ...
Metal, Brass
Art Deco dressing table with chair, Poland, ca. 1930.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco dressing table with chair, Poland, ca. 1930. Very good condition, after professional renovation. Wood: walnut dimensions: dressing table: height 128 cm width 91 cm depth...
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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