Skip to main content

Sofa Fabric Vintage

to
117
532
483
1,000
505
434
245
214
115
80
34
18
17
13
11
6
6
6
4
3
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
24
23
21
19
13
Sort By
Vintage Sofa in Fabric, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Sofa realized by an italian manufacture in 1970s. Padded fabric. Signs of time
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Sofa in Fabric, 1970s
Vintage Sofa in Fabric, 1970s
$710
H 31.5 in W 37.41 in D 60.63 in
Vintage Fabric Sofas in Arabian Style
Located in Milano, IT
fabric is dark petrol green, with Arabic ornaments on the light gold and blue colors. The sofas are
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Vintage Fabric Sofas in Arabian Style
Vintage Fabric Sofas in Arabian Style
$5,209 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 36.23 in W 67.72 in D 36.23 in
Mid-century Rare Danish teak lounge sofa/ Easy sofa , with storage space 1960s
By Vintage Specialties
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid-century Rare Danish teak lounge sofa/ Easy sofa , with storage space 1960s Design year: 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

VINTAGE PARKER KNOLL FABRIC FOOTSTOOL OTTOMAN MATCHING SOFA AVAiLABLE
By Parker Knoll
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Vintage Parker Knoll Fabric Footstool. A well made
Category

20th Century British Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Contemporary Gray Leaf Print Fabric Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Contemporary Gray Leaf Print Fabric Upholstered Sofa
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage 1940s-50s Damask Fabric Sofa & Armchairs Set - Timeless Elegance
Located in Manzano, IT
Vintage 1940s-50s Damask Fabric Sofa & Armchairs Set – Timeless Elegance Elevate your living space
Category

Vintage 1940s Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage 19th Century Duncan Phyfe Sofa in Barrow Fabric
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Saint Louis, US
An undeniably beautiful and coveted antique 19th Century Duncan Phyfe sofa upholstered in a feline
Category

Vintage 1920s American Neoclassical Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Mahogany

Vintage Meyer Gunther Martini Baroque Louis XV Sofa Loveseat Chinoiserie Fabric
By Meyer Gunther Martini
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Meyer Gunther Martini Italian Baroque Louis XV Inspired Sofa, circa 1970. Features a
Category

Vintage 1970s Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Paolo Buffa Vintage Sofa in Wood and Floral Fabric 'Attr.'
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful vintage floral sofa designed in the 1950s and attributed to the craftsmanship of Paolo
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Paolo Buffa Vintage Sofa in Wood and Floral Fabric 'Attr.'
Paolo Buffa Vintage Sofa in Wood and Floral Fabric 'Attr.'
$2,373 Sale Price
20% Off
H 33.47 in W 46.46 in D 26.78 in
VINTAGE PARKER KNOLL WESTBURY 2 SEATER FABRIC SOFA WiTH CASTOR FEET
By Parker Knoll
Located in Pulborough, GB
Two Seater Fabric Sofa With Castor Feet. A lovely well made and comfortable sofa, matching footstool
Category

20th Century British Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage 1970s Modular Sofa - White Lacquered Frame & Orange Fabric
Located in Manzano, IT
Vintage 1970s Modular Sofa – White Lacquered Frame & Orange Fabric A striking 1970s modular sofa
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas

Materials

Plastic

Vintage Spanish Revival Gold Textured Fabric Sofa Turned with Spindle Sides
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage Spanish Revival sofa with velvety gold textured fabric, a dark stained wood frame
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Spanish Colonial Sofas

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mid Century Modern Sofa with Fabric and Vinyl Upholstery German Import
Located in Seattle, WA
designs of contemporary sofas. Its upholstery combines a woven, textured fabric in earthy mustard, brown
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Mid Century Modern Borsani D70 Reclining Sofa, Grey Fabric, Collectible
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Milano, IT
industrial materials and refined lines, the P40 lounge chair and D70 sofa stand out for thei ingenuity and
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Steel

Vintage Mid Century Modern Borsani D70 Reclining Sofa, Grey Fabric, Collectible
Vintage Mid Century Modern Borsani D70 Reclining Sofa, Grey Fabric, Collectible
$9,019 Sale Price
20% Off
H 31.5 in W 74.81 in D 39.38 in
Vintage sofa from the 60s, Italian manufacture, white bouclé fabric and wood
Located in Milan, IT
Sofa from the Sixties, Italian manufacture. The sofa has a simple and light brown teak wood
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Boho sofa with yellow and red floral fabric, France, Circa 1960
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Sofa / bench. Very pretty floral fabric. Metal feet. Boho/ hippie / mid century style. France
Category

Vintage 1960s French Bohemian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Boho sofa with yellow and red floral fabric, France, Circa 1960
Vintage Boho sofa with yellow and red floral fabric, France, Circa 1960
$1,420 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30.32 in W 70.87 in D 29.14 in
Vintage 1970s Busnelli Three-Seater Sofa - Aqua Green & Patterned Fabric
Located in Manzano, IT
Vintage 1970s Busnelli Three-Seater Sofa – Aqua Green & Patterned Fabric A timeless piece of
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas

Materials

Wood

Vintage Danish Cabinetmaker Sofa In Mohair/Velour Fabric, Circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Danish Cabinetmaker Sofa In Mohair/Velour Fabric, Circa 1950. Fantastic quality and design
Category

Vintage 1950s European Sofas

Materials

Mohair

Rare Vintage Scandinavian Modern 2-Seater Brown Fabric & Oak Sofa Grace by Ikea
By IKEA
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This rare two-seater Grace sofa was produced by the Swedish company IKEA in 1961. The softly
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Rare Vintage Scandinavian Modern 2-Seater Brown Fabric & Oak Sofa Grace by Ikea
Rare Vintage Scandinavian Modern 2-Seater Brown Fabric & Oak Sofa Grace by Ikea
$3,120 Sale Price
20% Off
H 29.93 in W 57.88 in D 29.53 in
LIBERTY OF LONDON IANTHE UPHOLSTERED VINTAGE SOFA FOR RESTORATION FABRIC REPAIRs
By Liberty of London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this vintage distressed
Category

Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

VINTAGE ALEXANDER & JAMES BLAKE 3 SEATER LEATHER & FABRiC SOFA RRP £2240
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London This stylish Alexander & James sofa perfectly combines contemporary comfort
Category

20th Century British Sofas

Materials

Leather

vintage sofa sofa 60s Sweden
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage sofa sofa 60s Sweden period 60's design unknown Sweden condition good light signs
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

vintage sofa  sofa  60s  Sweden
vintage sofa  sofa  60s  Sweden
$1,229 Sale Price
20% Off
H 28.35 in W 70.87 in D 31.5 in
Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler, Vintage Sofa for Forma, 1958, Brazil, Cream Fabric
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Carlo Hauner & Martin Eisler Sofa in Cream Fabric for Forma Brazil, 1958
Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

vintage sofa sofa Carl Malmsten Sweden
By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage sofa sofa Carl Malmsten Sweden period 1950s design Carl Malmsten OH. Sjogren's
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

vintage sofa  sofa  Carl Malmsten  Sweden
vintage sofa  sofa  Carl Malmsten  Sweden
$4,934 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30.32 in W 80.71 in D 30.71 in
Vintage Boho Ooomph Sofa
By Oomph Furniture 1
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover this exceptional vintage Oomph sofa, a piece that effortlessly blends bohemian flair with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Boho Ooomph Sofa
Vintage Boho Ooomph Sofa
$4,850
H 36 in W 80 in D 37 in
Vintage Cloud Sofa in the manner of Directional Furniture, 1990s Cool Fabric
By Directional
Located in Hamburg, PA
This vintage 1990s Serpentine Cloud Sofa offers a timeless design with its supple, soft fabric
Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Ultrasuede

Vintage Boho Kilim Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Make a bold statement with this one-of-a-kind vintage Boho Kilim sofa, a striking piece that blends
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Wood

Vintage Boho Kilim Sofa
Vintage Boho Kilim Sofa
$6,750
H 25.5 in W 75 in D 22 in
Vintage French Country Carved Curved Wood Sofa with Custom Versace Velvet Fabric
By Gianni Versace
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Vintage French Country Louis XV Style carved wood sofa with custom Versace velvet fabric. The
Category

Vintage 1920s French Hollywood Regency Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rare Sofa in Fabric in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Milano, IT
1960s. The fabric is in good and original vintage condition, the vintage sofa is a three seater. The
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Rare Sofa in Fabric in the Style of Milo Baughman
Rare Sofa in Fabric in the Style of Milo Baughman
$3,314 Sale Price
20% Off
H 32.68 in W 90.56 in D 33.86 in
Sofa bed by Rito Valla for IPE Bologna, original fabric
By IPE Brevettato, Rito Valla
Located in Milano, IT
solidity and durability over time. Original Fabric in Perfect Condition The sofa retains its original
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Sofa bed by Rito Valla for IPE Bologna, original fabric
Sofa bed by Rito Valla for IPE Bologna, original fabric
$4,735
H 25.2 in W 74.81 in D 27.56 in
Original Himolla Vintage Couch Spanisches Sofa rot Kaminsofa
By Himolla
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten eins von zwei wunderschönen Vintage Sofas vom deutschen Traditionshersteller Himolla zum
Category

1990s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

VINTAGE HOWARD & SON'S LONDON BRIDGEWATER LARGE 5 SEAT CORNER SOFA FLORAL FABRiC
By Howard and Sons, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
collectable Howard & Son's / Howard Chairs LTD London, corner sofa which was commissioned by Lord Palumbo
Category

20th Century English Victorian Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York"
By Edward Wormley, Dux of Sweden
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage sofa Edward Wormley Dux sofa "New York" Rare sofa by American designer Edward J
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

vintage sofa  Edward Wormley  Dux  sofa "New York"
vintage sofa  Edward Wormley  Dux  sofa "New York"
$14,680 Sale Price
20% Off
H 29.93 in W 90.56 in D 29.53 in
Mid Century Sofa Vintage Couch 1960er rot retro samt
Located in Berlin, DE
We are offering a beautiful vintage couch from the 1960s for sale. The sofa is covered with a red
Category

Vintage 1960s Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Mid Century Sofa Vintage Couch 1960er rot retro samt
Mid Century Sofa Vintage Couch 1960er rot retro samt
$1,172
H 29.14 in W 88.59 in D 39.38 in
Vintage Modular Sofa, 80s
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Elegant corner modular sofa entirely restored and reupholstered. 5 modules Italy, 1980s.
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Modular Sofa, 80s
Vintage Modular Sofa, 80s
$7,458 Sale Price
60% Off
H 30.71 in W 116.93 in D 61.82 in
1960s Vintage Sofa - Reupholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
I adore this sofa - from the 60s we removed the original yellow fabric, streamlined the sewing in
Category

Vintage 1960s American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Brass

1960s Vintage Sofa - Reupholstered
1960s Vintage Sofa - Reupholstered
$7,680
H 31 in W 95 in D 36 in
Vintage Edwardian Style Sofa
Located in Hudson, NY
This large vintage Edwardian style sofa made in the 20th century is crafted from mahogany and
Category

Mid-20th Century Edwardian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Vintage Edwardian Style Sofa
Vintage Edwardian Style Sofa
$2,950
H 39 in W 84 in D 32 in
vintage sofa sofa bed daybed Gijs van der Sluis
By Gijs Van Der Sluis, Gispen
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage sofa sofa bed daybed Gijs van der Sluis period 1960s design Gijs van der Sluis
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Sofas

Materials

Metal

vintage sofa  sofa bed  daybed  Gijs van der Sluis
vintage sofa  sofa bed  daybed  Gijs van der Sluis
$2,788
H 29.14 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
Vintage “Cloud” Sofa with Ottoman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Imagine transforming your living space with this stunning vintage cloud sofa, a piece that pays
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Vintage “Cloud” Sofa with Ottoman
Vintage “Cloud” Sofa with Ottoman
$7,500 / set
H 30 in W 112 in D 55 in
Original Himolla Vintage Couch Spanisches Sofa rot Kaminsofa I
By Himolla
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten eins von zwei wunderschönen Vintage Sofas vom deutschen Traditionshersteller Himolla zum
Category

1990s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Coastal Braided Rattan Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your living space with the relaxed charm of this Vintage Coastal Braided Rattan Sofa, a
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Vintage Coastal Braided Rattan Sofa
Vintage Coastal Braided Rattan Sofa
$3,250
H 29.5 in W 74 in D 29 in
NVIN0534 Vintage Hickory Chair Sofa
Located in Annville, PA
This Vintage Hickory Chair Sofa being offered from Niagara Furniture is impressive with both it’s
Category

1990s North American Renaissance Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

NVIN0534 Vintage Hickory Chair Sofa
NVIN0534 Vintage Hickory Chair Sofa
$2,695
H 40 in W 92 in D 33 in
Vintage Boho Camel Slipper Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace the sophisticated lounge aesthetic of this exceptional vintage sofa. A stunning example of
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Vintage Boho Camel Slipper Sofa
Vintage Boho Camel Slipper Sofa
$8,450
H 31.25 in W 96.5 in D 30.5 in
Vintage Boho Pencil Reed Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the sculptural elegance and organic allure of this stunning vintage pencil reed sofa. A
Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan

Vintage Boho Pencil Reed Sofa
Vintage Boho Pencil Reed Sofa
$2,850
H 26.25 in W 76.25 in D 22 in
Bonanza sofa With Svensson Fabric, Esko Pajamies, Asko, Mid-20th Century
By Asko, Esko Pajamies
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
. Reupholstered seats with Ludvig Svensson -fabric. The frame is refinished. Good vintage condition, minor patina
Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Vintage Saporiti Modular Sofa, Italy, 1980s
Located in TOURCOING, FR
This elegant modular sofa by Saporiti exemplifies the bold and comfortable aesthetic of Italian
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Saporiti Modular Sofa, Italy, 1980s
Vintage Saporiti Modular Sofa, Italy, 1980s
$3,078
H 33.47 in W 108.27 in D 35.44 in
Set of 2 Vintage Sofas, 1970s
Located in Manzano, IT
Set of 2 Vintage Sofas, 1970s A set of two vintage sofas from the 1970s, featuring a bold
Category

Vintage 1970s Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of 2 Vintage Sofas, 1970s
Set of 2 Vintage Sofas, 1970s
$1,775 / set
H 31.5 in W 66.93 in D 35.83 in
Vintage Milo Baughman White Fabric Curved 3 Piece Modern Sectional Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage Milo Baughman 3 piece sectional sofa. This is a classic Baughman style sofa featuring a
Category

20th Century American Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Vintage Hollywood Regency Wooden Settee Sofa
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vintage Hollywood Regency Wooden Settee Sofa brings refined mahogany elegance and classic Regency
Category

Mid-20th Century American Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Hollywood Regency Wooden Settee Sofa
Vintage Hollywood Regency Wooden Settee Sofa
$1,088
H 33 in W 31 in D 52.5 in
Vintage Ercol daybed studio sofa
By Lucian Ercolani
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Mid-century design Ercol Sofa (Studio Couch) designed by Lucian Ercolani around the 1960s. The
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Elm

Vintage Ercol daybed studio sofa
Vintage Ercol daybed studio sofa
$4,439
H 31.5 in W 82.68 in D 29.53 in
Reupholstered Mid-Century Vintage Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Seven foot long three seat sofa newly covered. This mid-century sofa features flared out arms, wood
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Reupholstered Mid-Century Vintage Sofa
Reupholstered Mid-Century Vintage Sofa
$4,200
H 31 in W 85 in D 30 in
Vintage Sofa by Yngve Ekstrm
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Brescia, IT
Two-seater sofa designed by Yngve Ekstom for Swedese in the 1970s. The frame is made of light pine
Category

Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Vintage Sofa by Yngve Ekstrm
Vintage Sofa by Yngve Ekstrm
$1,509
H 28.75 in W 57.88 in D 32.29 in
Vintage sofa At Cost Price
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Superb 3 seats sofa in fiberglass entirely reupholstered with a fabric by Pierre Frey. Italy, 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

Vintage sofa At Cost Price
Vintage sofa At Cost Price
$4,830 Sale Price
40% Off
H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 31.5 in
Vintage Regency Tomlinson Quilted Sectional Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Indulge in the sophisticated comfort of this Vintage Regency Tomlinson Quilted Sectional Sofa, a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Polyester, Wood, Feathers

Vintage Hollywood Regency Knole Sofa
By Knole
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Hollywood Regency Knole couch for sale. This was is from the 1950's, and was previously
Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Feathers

Vintage Hollywood Regency Knole Sofa
Vintage Hollywood Regency Knole Sofa
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
H 33 in W 83 in D 36 in
Vintage Postmodern Weiman Preview Biomorphic Sofa
By Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Unleash the dramatic and artistic spirit of the 1980s with this exceptional vintage Postmodern sofa
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Serpentine

Vintage Coastal McGuire Trellis Rattan Sofa
By McGuire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
standout piece for coastal, boho, or tropical interiors. In great vintage condition, this sofa measures
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Vintage Coastal McGuire Trellis Rattan Sofa
Vintage Coastal McGuire Trellis Rattan Sofa
$3,950
H 31.5 in W 85.75 in D 27 in
  • 1
  • ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Sofa Fabric Vintage", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Sofa Fabric Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic sofa fabric vintage available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wood and metal, every sofa fabric vintage was constructed with great care. Find 252 options for an antique or vintage sofa fabric vintage now, or shop our selection of 4 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect sofa fabric vintage — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A sofa fabric vintage made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one sofa fabric vintage that is appealing in its simplicity, but Milo Baughman, Craft Associates and Adrian Pearsall produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Sofa Fabric Vintage?

The average selling price for a sofa fabric vintage at 1stDibs is $3,958, while they’re typically $625 on the low end and $28,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

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.

Questions About Sofa Fabric Vintage
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The most durable fabric for sofas is microfiber furniture fabric. Tightly weaved ultra-fine fibers create durability and add a strong layer of protection against dirt, dust and liquids. You’ll find a variety of sofa designs and styles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Deciding on whether you want a velvet sofa is a matter of preference, but it can be a very good choice. Velvet is a symbol of wealth and is very soft and comfortable. It’s also quite durable, which is often unexpected from such a luxe feeling fabric. The flat pile makes it impossible to snag and it resists stains. Shop a collection of velvet furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    While there are differing opinions, fabric is generally considered vintage when it is over 30 years old. Any fabric that is older than the 1930s is considered antique. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic vintage fabric pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if a sofa is vintage, first look for labels and stamps on the frame, the back or the cushions. Using trusted online resources, you can determine who produced your sofa via these markings, and from there, you can conduct research to learn when the company was active and making pieces similar to yours. To be classified as vintage, a sofa must be between 20 and 99 years old. More recently crafted pieces are contemporary, while older sofas are antique. If you're unable to find any markings or would like an expert opinion, work with a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a range of vintage sofas.