Sofa Master
2010s British Minimalist Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Plywood, Feathers
2010s British Minimalist Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Plywood, Feathers
1990s Italian Sofas
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Oak
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Damask, Silk, Giltwood, Elm
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Beech
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather, Beech
Mid-20th Century North American Sofas
Rattan
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1930s Danish Sofas
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s European Sectional Sofas
Wool
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Sectional Sofas
Textile
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
Antique Late 18th Century French Belle Époque Canapes
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
Early 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Leather
Mid-20th Century French Pillows and Throws
Velvet, Down, Tapestry, Trimming
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Leather
Antique 1850s American Rococo Revival Chaise Longues
Wood
Recent Sales
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas
Fabric, Ash, Upholstery
2010s American Sofas
Wool
2010s American Sofas
Oak, Walnut
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Satin
2010s Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Metallic Thread
2010s American Lounge Chairs
Bouclé, Oak, Walnut
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Steel
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Alpaca, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Linen, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Oak
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Velvet, Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Velvet, Oak
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Velvet, Oak
20th Century American Sofas
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Walnut
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sofas
Leather
20th Century English Country Sofas
Upholstery
Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Ash
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
1990s Dutch Art Deco Sofas
Bouclé, Foam, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary English Louis XVI Settees
Gesso, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Settees
Copper
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
20th Century French End Tables
Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Teak
2010s South African Minimalist Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Plywood, Feathers
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Mahogany, Wool
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Elm
20th Century English Anglo Raj Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Burl
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Wood, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary English Louis XV Sofas
Giltwood, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Beech, Wool
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees
Mahogany, Cotton
Vintage 1940s American Sofas
Vintage 1950s Danish Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1940s American Sofas
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1970s Swiss Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Sofas
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Lambskin, Beech
Antique 18th Century Swedish Settees
Wood
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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Mid-20th Century Tableware
Sterling Silver
2010s Brazilian Organic Modern Armchairs
Wicker
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Stools
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Metal
1990s Swedish Table Lamps
Stone
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Aluminum
20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars
Brass
2010s American Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Vanities
Wood, Parchment Paper
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Teak, Upholstery
2010s American Modern Floor Lamps
Linen, Oak
Vintage 1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Brass
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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.
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