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Edward Wormley Loveseat "Short Sofa" Terry Chenille Fabric
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Westport, CT
Edward Wormley loveseat, short sofa catalog page 26 index page 175 model 5406, solid brass polished
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Brass

Studio Lounge Medium Left Modular Sofa With Short Armrest by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Studio Lounge Medium Left Modular Sofa With Short Armrest by NORR11 Dimensions: D 130 x W 113 x H
Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Plywood

Studio Lounge Small Right Modular Sofa With Short Armrest by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Studio Lounge Small Right Modular Sofa With Short Armrest by NORR11 Dimensions: D 130 x W 93 x H 70
Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Plywood

Studio Lounge Medium Right Modular Sofa With Short Armrest by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Studio Lounge Medium Right Modular Sofa With Short Armrest by NORR11 Dimensions: D 130 x W 113 x H
Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Plywood

Studio Lounge Large Right Modular Sofa With Short Armrest by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Studio Lounge Large Right Modular Sofa With Short Armrest by NORR11 Dimensions: D 130 x W 153 x H
Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Plywood

Studio Lounge Small Left Modular Sofa With Short Armrest by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Studio Lounge Small Left Modular Sofa With Short Armrest by NORR11 Dimensions: D 130 x W 93 x H 70
Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Plywood

Studio Lounge Large Left Modular Sofa With Short Armrest by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Studio Lounge Large Left Modular Sofa With Short Armrest by NORR11 Dimensions: D 130 x W 153 x H 70
Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Plywood

19th Century, Victorian Period Leather Chesterfield
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning 19th century, Victorian period, large three seater leather button down brown colour chesterfield sofa. With the original brown leather hide that has been cleaned and polis...
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Sofas

Materials

Leather

Stunning Three Piece Burgundy Leather Chesterfield Suite
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A good quality mid 20th century prune colour leather vintage chesterfield suite. With the original prune burgundy leather hide that has been cleaned and polished giving a lovely soft...
Category

Early 20th Century British Chesterfield Sofas

Materials

Leather

Pair of Large Vintage Leather Corner Chesterfield Sofas
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A large pair of late 20th century leather corner chesterfield sofas. Comprising a three seater, corner section and a 2 seater leather blackcurrant coloured chesterfield sofas with lo...
Category

Late 20th Century British Chesterfield Sofas

Materials

Leather

20th Century Three Seater White Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
Anthony from Anthony Short Antiques, we’re friendly and enthusiastic people who deeply care about
Category

Late 20th Century British Chesterfield Sofas

Materials

Leather

17th Century Venetian Painted and Parcel Gilt Gondola Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
canape has been newly upholstered in a plush white short pile mohair type fabric. Stunning!
Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Wood

20th Century George III Style Upholstered Humpback Sofa
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An elegant 20th century, George III style, upholstered humpback sofa. Finely upholstered with outscrolling arms raised over three moulded front legs and two back legs with a lovely s...
Category

Late 20th Century British George III Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Early 20th Century Burgundy Colour Leather Three Seater Chesterfield
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An early 20th century three seater leather button down burgundy colour chesterfield sofa. With the original red brown leather hide that has been cleaned and polished giving a lovely ...
Category

Early 20th Century British Chesterfield Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Danish Modern Sofa by Kurt Olsen Model 220 Papa Bear Style, 1960's
By Kurt Olsen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Bridgeport, CT
and padding needs to be replaced and we offer reupholstery at a very competitive price and short lead
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool

Vintage design bench from the 1960s in the style of Viko Baumritter
Located in EINDHOVEN, NL
with some discolorations. In short, in a neat vintage condition. Origin: Denmark, 1960s. Material
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1940s Finnish Curved Sofa with Buttoned Backrest by Carl-Johan Boman
By Carl-Johan Boman
Located in London, GB
and well-made, and the new short-pile boucle fabric upholstery is soft and inviting. Size: H74 cm x
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

German Chesterfield Style Mid-Century Green Leather Tufted Sofa on Front Wheels
By Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
with matching tufted leather back and seat cushions on chrome wheels and short chrome feet with rounded
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

19th Century Louis XV Style Sofa in Silk
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A late 19th Century French sofa in Louis XV Style, beech moulded frame carved with foliate detailing and curved back, standing on 5 elegant cabriole legs, upholstered in turquoise si...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Silk, Beech

19th Century Louis XV Style Sofa in Silk
19th Century Louis XV Style Sofa in Silk
H 35.44 in W 53.55 in D 29.53 in
20th Century Three Piece Green Leather Chesterfield Suite
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A good quality Mid-20th Century green leather vintage chesterfield suite. With the original green leather hide that has been cleaned and polished giving a lovely soft and sumptuous f...
Category

Mid-20th Century British Chesterfield Sofas

Materials

Leather

Bold Brown 3-Seater Sofa
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
modern or contemporary interior. Marked by clean and minimalist lines, it rests on short, cylindrical
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Bold Brown 3-Seater Sofa
Bold Brown 3-Seater Sofa
H 31.11 in W 106.3 in D 39.38 in
1940s Danish Large Curved Sofa with Buttoned Backrest Newly Upholstered
Located in London, GB
short-pile boucle fabric upholstery is soft and inviting. Size: H76 cm x W195 cm x D95 Seat height 42
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Gerard Van Den Berg 'Corvette' Sofa in Natural Tan Leather
By Montis, Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gerard van den Berg 'Corvette' sofa in cognac leather with short tapered wood legs. In original
Category

Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Back to Back Sofa by Fratelli Boffi
By Fratelli Boffi
Located in Milan, IT
hand carved. The exquisite craftsmanship work is visible in the short, curled feet and the stunning
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Walnut

Back to Back Sofa by Fratelli Boffi
H 37.01 in W 106.3 in D 43.31 in
Two Way Two Part "C" Shape Striped Upholstery Custom Sofa Couch w/ Tassels MINT!
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Measured individually. Offers long or short rectangle set up wrap around design sofa. Long set up
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

rare marco zanuso lady sofa by arflex
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Munich, DE
rare and elegant lady sofa by marco zanuso. only produced for a short period by arflex / italy.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Brass

rare marco zanuso lady sofa by arflex
rare marco zanuso lady sofa by arflex
H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 35.44 in
Milo Baughman Style Red Velour Three-Piece Sectional Sofa Set by Aven Rich
By Flair, Bernhardt, Milo Baughman
Located in Chattanooga, TN
" sections and (1) shorter "armless" section. Comfort level on this sofa is 9.5 out of 10 (in our opinion
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Mid Century G Plan Melissa Corner Sofa Brown Geometric Chevron Pattern Vintage
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Cambridge, GB
1970s style and class. Dimensions Height - 70cm Depth - 83cm Short Length - 165cm Long Length
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Other

Danish 1940s Large Banana Form Curved Sofa Blue wool Fabric
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
short block legs and the taller more elegant legs in this case point to a production date closer to 1950
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Wool, Beech

Gerard Van Den Berg 'Corvette' Sofa in Bordeaux Leather
By Gerard Van Den Berg, Montis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Midcentury Gerard Van Den Berg 'Corvette' sofa in Bordeaux leather with short stubby wood legs. In
Category

Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Hedy Sofa Brushed Brass
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
. Hollywood was her home for several years and even though her life was short, dying at the age of 43, she
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Hedy Sofa Brushed Brass
Mid-Century Modern Hedy Sofa Brushed Brass
H 32.29 in W 94.49 in D 38.59 in
Rare Afra & Tobia Scarpa ELOGIO sofa for B&B Italia
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Houston, TX
This model was in production for a short time and has not been made in over 30 years. Dimensions may
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Modern Tufted Leather Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
back and sits low to the floor, making the sofa ideal beside a short coffee table or side table
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Modern Tufted Leather Sofa
Modern Tufted Leather Sofa
H 28 in W 84 in D 33.5 in
19th century Swedish Sofa Bench
Located in Charleston, SC
short conical tapered legs. Upholstered movable cushion seat in linen.
Category

Antique 19th Century Sofas

Materials

Linen, Pine, Paint

19th century Swedish Sofa Bench
19th century Swedish Sofa Bench
H 38.59 in W 71.5 in D 25 in
Poul Volther Daybed Model Diva 981 for Gemla, Sweden
By Gemla, Poul Volther
Located in Dronten, NL
avoided short-lived aesthetic trends, concentrating on the simple crafting of quality materials. With the
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Country French Provincial Style Walnut Blue Velvet Canapé Sofa
Located in Rio Vista, CA
by short cabriole legs ending with scroll feet. The handsome profile is beautifully finished on all
Category

20th Century French French Provincial Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Rosewood & Butterscotch Leather MP-163 "Earth" 3-Seater Sofa by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chattanooga, TN
low enough for short people to have their feet planted firmly on the floor. It's a time-capsule
Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Exquisite Italian Two-Seat Sofa in Green Velvet Upholstery and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
sofa, while the short, circular legs lift this chair just a bit from the ground. Kindly note that this
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Arne Norell 'Merkur' Sofa in Cognac Leather
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Waalwijk, NL
short wooden legs in mahogany. The corpus is upholstered in cognac leather that developed visible patina
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Arne Norell 'Merkur' Sofa in Cognac Leather
Arne Norell 'Merkur' Sofa in Cognac Leather
H 28.75 in W 78.75 in D 34.65 in
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Directional in Tan Mohair
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
and style, look no further than the Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa. Because, darling, life's too short for
Category

1990s Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair

Fabulous 1980's Steve Chase Sofa
By Steve Chase
Located in New York, NY
of the sofa is 108" The shorter length is 103".
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Fabulous 1980's Steve Chase Sofa
Fabulous 1980's Steve Chase Sofa
H 30 in W 108 in D 36 in
18th Century Italian Arte Povera Pinewood Bench, Antique Seating Furniture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
metal hardware, standing on four short and tapered legs. Minor fading, scratches due to age. Wear
Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Benches

Materials

Metal

Swedish Modern Sofa, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
luxurious look and feel.. The short, decorated wooden legs add a modern and attractive touch, balancing out
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Swedish Modern Sofa, Sweden 1940s
Swedish Modern Sofa, Sweden 1940s
H 31.89 in W 74.81 in D 37.8 in
Daybed Louis XVI Style in White Bronze on Teak Wood, Louis XVI Daybed by Paul
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
with the last king of France whose reign was cut short by the guillotine, Louis XVI furniture, known as
Category

2010s Indian Louis XVI Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Stunning MidC Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Leathers
Located in London, GB
certain to creat a conversation. A very positive conversation! The natural patina is nothing short of
Category

Vintage 1960s British Chesterfield Sofas

Materials

Leather

Rare Charles Dodouyt sofa
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in BARCELONA, ES
armchairs into a focal point of any space. In short, the rare model large armchairs designed by Charles
Category

Early 20th Century French Sofas

Materials

Linen, Oak

Rare Charles Dodouyt sofa
Rare Charles Dodouyt sofa
H 82 in W 120 in D 98 in
Vintage Togo from 1980 in original black leather by Michel Ducaroy - Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
worked during a short time (begin 1990’s) with small logo plates on the side of the sofa instead of the
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Vintage Italian Ruched Cognac Leather Mid-Century Modern Seating Set, 1970s
Located in Zagreb, HR
deliveries. The wait time is likely to be much more shorter (around 7-10 working days for deliveries within
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

EXQUISITE ANTIQUE BURR WALNUT AESTHETiC MOVEMENT SALON SOFA GRAND TOUR PLAQUE
Located in GB
. First to 27 Great Alie St (Now just Alie St) before moving a short distance to 34 Great Alie St. In
Category

Antique 19th Century European Aesthetic Movement Sofas

Materials

Ebony, Walnut

Harvey Probber American Mid-Century Green Velvet Round Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
upholstery with a button tufted removable seat cushion, resting on five short brass dowel legs. (HARVEY
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass, Metal

Edward Wormley "New York" Sofa Version 5316 for DUX, Sweden 1950s
By Edward Wormley
Located in Utrecht, NL
upholstered wood armchair, a “Short John” coffee table with laminated wood legs, and a “Repartee” gray carpet
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Wood

Adrian Pearsall Pit Style Yellow Semi-Circular Sofa 3 Piece Sectional
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Saint Louis, MO
comes apart into 3 pieces. Additionally, because of the lower height profile, the sections are shorter
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

European Cabinetmaker Upholstered Kidney Sofa, Europe ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
short, conical and tapered wood legs add an organic feel, balancing out the voluptuous profile of the
Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Italian Space Age Sculptural Cloud Modular Sofa Set in Brown Velvet
Located in Zagreb, HR
allow 25 business days for all deliveries. The wait time is likely to be much more shorter (around 7-10
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Sofas

Materials

Metal

ISU Sofa in Blue Leather by Shigeru Uchida, 1995
By Pastoe
Located in Dronten, NL
short while in 1995. The full grain blue leather is in wonderful all original condition. Very rare
Category

1990s Dutch Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

ISU Sofa in Blue Leather by Shigeru Uchida, 1995
ISU Sofa in Blue Leather by Shigeru Uchida, 1995
H 29.53 in W 67.33 in D 29.53 in
Three-Seater Sofa in Dark Brown Leather by Axel Di Pietrobon, 1970s Italy
Located in Zagreb, HR
more shorter (around 7-10 working days for deliveries within the EU/EEA, 7-15 business days for
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

90s Hydra Castor sofa, white leather and steel, Luca Scacchetti Poltrona Frau
By Luca Sacchetti
Located in Valladolid, ES
versatility. In short, the Hydra Castor sofa is an elegant and functional piece of furniture that embodies
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Linley 2.5-Seat Howard-Design Sofa - In Woven Gold Fabric
Located in Barrowford, GB
. Whilst in its current condition it would possibly fall short of the requirements of the true
Category

2010s Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Mid-Century American Sectional Corner Sofa in Finely Striped Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
sofa's elegant and uncluttered appearance. The short, conical-shaped feet with brass endings complement
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Brass

Vintage 'Togo' Set in Brown Leather, Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Zagreb, HR
more shorter (around 7-10 working days for deliveries within the EU/EEA, 7-15 business days for
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam

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Short Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of short sofas available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wood and walnut, all short sofas available were constructed with great care. Find 242 antique and vintage short sofas at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 20 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Short sofas have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Short sofas are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Victorian and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small short sofas measuring 1 inches across. There have been many well-made short sofas over the years, but those made by Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates and Howard & Sons Ltd are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Short Sofas?

Prices for short sofas start at $702 and top out at $40,000 with the average selling for $7,600.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique, new 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. 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.

Questions About Short Sofas
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The phrase “short couch” may refer to a settee. It is a small piece of seating with two arms and a back. It usually seats two to three and is more upright and not as wide as a typical couch. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage settees and sofas.