Sofa 3 Seater
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Foam, Polyester, Wood, Feathers
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Velvet, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Danish Sofas
Faux Leather, Teak
Vintage 1970s European Sofas
Fabric, Teak
Vintage 1970s Danish Sofas
Fabric, Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas
Down
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Nutwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Aluminum
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Metal
2010s Italian Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Nutwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Nutwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Nutwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass, Iron
2010s Danish Sofas
Textile
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Fabric
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Fabric
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Fabric
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Fabric
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Birch
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Wood, Leather, Fabric
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Fabric
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Fabric
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Fabric
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Fabric
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Fabric
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Fabric
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Fabric
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Fabric
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Leather
2010s Chinese Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Wood, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Plastic
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Teak
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany
2010s Portuguese Armchairs
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Sofas
Faux Leather
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Suede, Satin, Rosewood
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Satin, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Sofas
Velvet
2010s European Art Deco Sofas
Suede, Polyester, Sycamore
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Sofas
Velvet
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The average size of a three-seater sofa is around 90 inches wide. Generally, one person needs about 30 inches of space to relax comfortably on a sofa. However, three-seater sofas may be larger or smaller in size. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage sofas on 1stDibs.
- How long is a three-seater sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024How long a three-seater sofa is varies from piece to piece. However, most sofas designed to seat three adults are somewhere between 70 and 87 inches long. The average size is around 84 inches in length. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A three-section sofa is an upholstered couch that is designed with three sections for seating. A traditional sofa is typically a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people, whereas a sectional sofa consists of multiple pieces that can be arranged in several different layouts. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary sectional sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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