Sold|$4,200
Pair of Custom Down Damask Sofas
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Two plush down sofas, custom made and covered with cotton damask. Seat height 17.5 Seat depth 25
Down, Upholstery
Damask Finely Upholstered Couch or Sofa Having Two Custom Cushions
Located in Stamford, CT
A damask finely upholstered couch with two cushions. This fine custom quality sofa or couch is
Upholstery, Wood
Brutalist Handcrafted Sofa, Custom Limited Edition
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Limited edition, handcrafted sofa by Lou Ramirez. Hefty cushions are encased by vibrant wood frames
Upholstery, Wood
Sold|$1,200
1950s Mason Art Custom Made Floating Sofa
Located in New Windsor, NY
Exceptional compact floating sofa custom made by Mason Art, NYC. Original yellow fabric and horse
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold|$4,250
Donghia 84" Sofa with Custom Throw Pillows
By Donghia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
custom pillows in the same fabric. The upholstery is new and a lovely neutral beige. The fabric's water
Fabric, Upholstery
Vintage Regency Custom Tillet Fern Three Seat Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage Regency custom Tillet fern three-seat sofa embodies classic American sophistication
Upholstery, Wood
Incredible Extra Long Custom-Made Sofa Bench Table
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Great sofa, bench, with table surface at end, custom designed by architect. Fine craftsmanship
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Custom Design Three-Seat Down Cushioned Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Pair of custom design three-seat down cushioned sofas. These high quality upholstered sofas have
Upholstery, Down
Sold|$3,800
1970"s Custom sofa made by Thomas De Angelis
By Thomas De Angelis
Located in St. Louis, MO
Custom sofa made by Thomas De Angelis, orignal cost of the sofa was $16K, hand built frame with
Upholstery
Baker Furniture Contemporary Custom Upholstered Reverse Camel Back Sofa
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding contemporary custom upholstered reverse camel back sofa By Baker Furniture
Upholstery, Mahogany
Custom Rosewood Box Sofa by Carlton After Milo Baughman
By Charlton Company, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic rosewood box sofa with original upholstery. Clean, ready to use condition, one of two
Chrome
Custom Upholstered Sofa in Striped Silk Fabric by Scalamandre
By Henredon
Located in Pembroke, MA
Salon sofa by Scalamandre by Henredon, and custom upholstered by Scalamandre in silk Simbolo stripe
Brass
Custom Made Three Seat Curved Sofa. Separates into Two Pieces.
Located in Kansas City, MO
seat unit. The upholstery shows no wear at all. Foam is soft and like new. Seat backs move slightly
Upholstery, Wood
Modern Cassina Style Custom Made Sectional Sofa
By Cassina
Located in Astoria, NY
Modern sectional sofa in the style of Cassina, likely custom made. The sofa has five elements
Fabric, Upholstery
Michael Taylor/Schiaparelli Sofa, 96"long, custom Greek Key Base
By Michael Taylor
Located in San Francisco, CA
the 1950's Elsa designed the iconic Schiaparelli sofa. In 1985, Michael Taylor used a Schiaparelli
Upholstery
Custom Three-Piece Sectional Sofa, New York, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A monumental custom three-piece sectional sofa sold by The Furniture Specialties Corporation, New
Upholstery
Custom Hand Crafted Bastiano Sofa in the Manner of Afra & Tobia Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Chicago, IL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Bastiano style three-seater sofa with simple wooden frame for a classic and
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Large Mid-Century Modern Low Custom Sofa by Flair Inc on Brass Castors, Project
By Dunbar Furniture, Flair
Located in St. Louis, MO
All original Mid-Century Modern custom made sofa by Flair Inc with angled arm detail on brass
Brass
Matching Pair Late 20th c. Custom Upholstered Cream Silk Damask 3-Seat Sofas
Located in Morristown, NJ
Late 20th c., USA, a pair of custom sumptuous three-seat sofas of squared form with slightly flared
Damask, Silk, Upholstery, Wood, Trimming, Feathers
Two Angled Sofas. Custom Made by Dux, 1960s. Priced for Redo. Buy One or Two.
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of mirror image angled sofas by Dux, Sweden. These one of a kind pieces were custom made for
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold|$3,295
Chesterfield Sleeper Sofa in Green
Located in Bradenton, FL
custom upholstered by Alliance Upholstery of Springfield, Massachusetts in Robert Allen’s Camay
Metal
Sold|$7,950
Stellar Restored Rattan Style Sofa
Located in Atlanta, GA
standard 5 inch box cushion and sofa decking. Expert custom upholstery service is available.
Rattan, Oak
Pair of Custom 1980s Curved Loveseats for Classic Gallery Mid Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This striking pair of custom-made 1980s loveseats showcases the era’s signature sculptural forms
Upholstery
1990s Weiman Immaculate Customized Curved Serpentine Sectional
By Weiman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
sofa. The ultra rare sectional exudes an air of luxury and refinement. Outstanding design is exhibited
Steel
Extraordinary Restored 3-Piece Rattan Seating Set, Puerto Rico, Circa 1960
Located in Atlanta, GA
set. The sizes listed are per the sofa. Expert custom upholstery service is available.
Rattan, Mahogany
Superb Restored Pair of Loveseats by Wisner for Ficks Reed, circa 1954
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Retains the maker mark. The price listed is for the pair of sofas. Expert custom upholstery service is
Cane, Rattan, Hardwood
Unique Custom Sofa by Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
Unique sofa by Paul Evans in sculpted bronze, upholstered in muslin. Signed "PE 71"
Wood, Muslin, Upholstery
Sold|$2,900
Midcentury Dunbar Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in St. Louis, MO
Very nice Dunbar sofa. Custom upholstery. In original condition. Curved back and arms. Beautiful
Sold|$4,500
custom 1940s sofa in original upholstery
Located in Hudson, NY
unusual formed sofa with curved front and bolstered backrest.
Contemporary Sofa in Customized Upholstery by the Apartment, Belgium
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Belgium, Contemporary Sofa in customized upholstery by The Apartment. Measures: H 72 x W 132
Textile
Contemporary Sofa in Customized Blue Upholstery by the Apartment, Belgium, 2020s
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Belgium, Contemporary Sofa in customized upholstery by The Apartment. H 72 x W 132 x D 80 cm
Textile, Oak
Sold|$8,500
Custom Dunbar 9' Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom 9'Dunbar Sofa in original upholstery
Upholstery
Sold|$5,900
Large Plush Custom Sofa
Located in Summerland, CA
Wonderfully comfortable sofa. Upholstered in plush velvet with custom matched fringe trim. Down
Upholstery
Sold|$2,600
Custom high backed sofa
Located in Stamford, CT
A very high style sofa covered in a soft brown corduroy with very subtle touches of metallic gold
Wood, Upholstery
Sold|$3,800
Custom Deco Style Sofa
Located in Southampton, NY
Totally glamorous deco style sofa, custom made in the 1960's, upholstered in beige ultrasuede.
Wood, Upholstery
Sold|$6,200
Custom Sofa by Laverne
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Custom built 100 inch long "NEW YORK" sofa designed by KATAVOLOS, LITTELL & KELLEY and manufactured
Wool, Upholstery
Sold|$12,000
9.5" Custom Leather Sofa
Located in TUJUNGA, CA
Custom designed, leather, feather and down sofa. Top quality design and construction.
Leather, Upholstery
Sold|$2,800
John Saladino custom sofa
Located in Hudson, NY
Upholstered sofa by John Saladino for private home in Lakeville CT.
Upholstery
Sold|$7,800
1970's Custom Sofa
Located in Miami, FL
This elegant sofa matches the chaise listing and is in the same putty linen. The long and low
Fabric, Wood, Hardwood, Linen, Upholstery
One Off Custom Samson Berman Sofa with Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery, 1969
By Samson Berman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom one off, sofa by Samson Berman. Amazing solid walnut shelf with brass and white laminate
Sold|$5,500
Custom Sofa by Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Chicago, IL
custom sofa by Tommi Parzinger
Upholstery
Sold|$4,200
Custom Upholstered Camel Back Sofa
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A mid-20th c. custom upholstered George III style camel-back sofa with one long down-filled cushion
Upholstery, Wood
Sold|$11,000
Arthur Elrod Custom Curved Back Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arthur Elrod Custom Curved Back Sofa Designed for Elrod’s Residence.
Upholstery, Linen
Custom Polished Stainless Steel & Tufted Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom polished steel & tufted sofa by Denman Design for Habite. Take it to the beach. This
Steel
Sold|$16,000
Custom Sofa from the Vanderbilt Estate
Located in New York, NY
1930's Custom Sofa from the Estate of Amy Vanderbilt. Elaborate Hand Tied Spring System in Seat
Burl, Upholstery
Sold|$7,200
M/n Originals Custom tufted sofa
Located in New York, NY
M/n custom upholstery. Made to customer specifications. Please contact for more information
Wood, Upholstery
Sold|$4,750
Custom Sofa by Paul McCobb for Directional
By Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
This custom sofa for Directional features an extra-long length at 122". Ready for you to
Upholstery, Walnut
Custom Serpentine Sectional Sofa by Milo Baughman
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Asheville, NC
A classic, four piece Milo Baughman designed sectional sofa for Thayer Coggin, 1971. Multiple
Chrome
1970s Curved Custom Sofa with Polished Steel Base
Located in TUJUNGA, CA
Heavy custom 1970s curved sofa. The base is polished steel. Newly upholstered with soft chenille
Steel
Custom Sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International
By Florence Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
custom sofa by Florence Knoll for Knoll International
Chrome, Steel
Custom 50's Inspired Curved Sofa By Denman Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom 50's inspired curved sofa with grid welt by Denman Design for Habite. Sit back and relax
Wood, Upholstery
Sold|$9,500
A Custom 9' Sofa by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Asheville, NC
A custom designed 113" low walnut base sofa designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, c
Walnut, Upholstery
Custom Serpentine Sofa in the style of Vladimir Kagan
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This generously scaled sofa was created for an upscale Southern California estate in the 1980's. It
Cotton, Upholstery
Sold|$4,200
1950's Two-Part Sofa In Linen Upholstery
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's Two-Part Sofa In Linen Upholstery. Custom Design Each piece is 49"Wx30"Dx30"H
A Pair of Custom Order Curved Sofas by Harvey Probber
Located in Pasadena, CA
A pair of elegant and streamlined curved sofas by Harvey Probber. They have been
Upholstery
Vintage Modern Custom Sofa Floating on Brushed Brass Plinth Base
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This custom modern three-seat couch has Classic midcentury lines. It floats on an oval shaped
Brass
1980s Pink Bloomingdales Custom Made 3 Seater sofa with Brass Casters
By Bloomingdale's
Located in Armonk, NY
blue pattern custom made sofa by Bloomingdales. Two front Brass Wheels provides easy access to relocate
Upholstery
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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