What is a tufted sofa?

In a tufted sofa, the upholstery fabric is tightly pulled and folded into a geometric pattern and secured by buttons. The cushions on a tufted sofa remain plump and quite comfortable over time. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tufted sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

A Dune sofa is not a particular type of sofa. Instead, it is a style name that several furniture makers have given to pieces they have produced. Among these makers are Nor11, Maiden Home and Ralph Pucci. You may also see the word “dune” used to indicate the color of a sofa. In this context, the term likely refers to a sandy beige shade.Mid-century modern furniture and Space Age design enthusiasts know French designer Pierre Paulin for his low-slung Dune seating collection, which is a favorite of musician Frank Ocean. Paulin’s Dune series features four different interchangeable modules for a custom arrangement.On 1stDibs, find a large selection of sofas.

What is a sofa plinth?

A sofa plinth is a low base or pedestal that a sofa rests on. It borrows its name from a platform used to support an arch in classical architecture. People also call statue bases plinths. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage sofas.

What is a sofa suite?

Also known as living room suites or a three-piece suite, sofa suites are usually sofas with two matching chairs. On 1stDibs you will find a variety of options for antique, new and vintage sofa suites.

What is a sofa armchair?

A sofa armchair is a type of armchair. Specifically, the term describes an armchair with thick cushions on its backrest and seat and a deep frame that provides plenty of space for the user to settle in and relax. As a result, it offers the comfort typically associated with a sofa in a single-seat design, which is how this type of accent chair gets its name. Find a large selection of armchairs on 1stDibs.

What is a serpentine sofa?

A serpentine sofa is an upholstered seating solution with a curvy shape reminiscent of the letter “S.” Vladimir Kagan designed the piece of furniture in 1950, and it has since become one of the best-known couches of the mid-century period. On 1stDibs, find a range of serpentine sofas.

What is a recamier sofa?

A recamier sofa is a type of couch that features a high curved headrest and a low footrest. This type of sofa is sometimes backless that can be kept flat across the wall. A recamier sofa looks great in a living room, bedroom, study or elsewhere in your home. Shop a range of antique and vintage recamier sofas on 1stDibs.

What is a Sheraton sofa?

A Sheraton sofa refers to a specific neo-classical English furniture style that features round tapered legs with contrasting veneer inlays. Sheraton style grew in popularity in the late 18th century and remains to be a home-décor favorite for its classic style. Shop a selection of authentic Sheraton pieces on 1stDibs.

What is a chaise on a sofa?

A chaise, also known as a chaise longue (or, as it is sometimes spelled in the United States, a “chaise lounge”), is a long, upholstered sofa in the shape of a chair that can be used to prop one's legs upon. The name "chaise" refers to any long, reclining chair in modern French interior design, and the English translation is "long chair."

What is a modular sofa?

A modular sofa is an upholstered seating solution meant to accommodate two or more people. Unlike standard sofas, modular designs feature multiple individual pieces that you can mix, match and arrange into different shapes and configurations. You will sometimes see them called sectional sofas. Find a range of modular sofas on 1stDibs.

What is a studio sofa?

A studio sofa is similar to a futon in that it’s multifunctional. Studio sofas can be converted into a double bed by flattening out the frame.

What is an Empire sofa?

The Empire movement in design started in the 19th century and is characterized by straight lines in rigid symmetrical compositions. Empire sofas, and furniture specifically, are part of the French neoclassical style. Shop a collection of Empire sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is an Italian sofa?

An Italian sofa is a sofa manufactured in Italy or produced by an Italian furniture maker. Some well-known Italian furniture brands include B&B Italia, Cassina, Mario Bellini, Alias and Afra & Tobia Scarpa. Keep in mind that an Italian sofa is different from an Italian leather sofa. Italian leather is a full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather produced in Italy. High-end furniture makers from all over the world use Italian leather as upholstery. Therefore, a sofa with this name may have been manufactured in Italy or elsewhere. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.

By the strictest definition, a sofa is not a chair. Generally, a chair is a seating solution for one person. Since a sofa seats more than one person at a time, it usually isn't considered a chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs and sofas.

When was the sofa invented?

No one knows for sure when the first sofa was invented. However, ancient versions of the furniture date back to 2000 B.C. in Egypt. Generally, Jay Wellingdon Couch receives credit for inventing the modern sofa in 1895. People even use his surname, Couch, as another name for the sofa. Explore a large selection of couches on 1stDibs.

Why is it called a sofa?

Why it is called a sofa is due to the history of the term. Sofa originated from the Arabic word soffa, which describes a low seat covered with plush pillows. French makers began producing their own versions of these furnishings in the 17th century, and by the 18th century, they had spread to other areas in Europe and were being referred to as sofas. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.

What is a Nelson sofa?

A Nelson sofa is a sofa designed by George Nelson. Introduced in 1968, it features an exposed wooden frame and button-tufted cushions outlined by piping. The American industrial designer created the piece for Herman Miller, and the company continues to manufacture and sell it today. Explore a variety of George Nelson sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a bergère sofa?

A bergère sofa is a piece of furniture more commonly called a bergère chair. The term describes an armchair that features upholstery on its back, arms and seat and a decorative wooden frame. Bergère chairs emerged during the Regency period in France but became especially popular during the Rococo era. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bergère chairs.

A bouclé sofa is a sofa that’s made from the heavy textile known as boucle. Bouclé is known for its fuzziness and soft texture, and designers often use it on rounded and asymmetrical furniture. Shop a collection of boucle sofas and other furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.

Larsen Sofa Sofa

Ib Kofod Larsen For Selig

Kandidaten Sofa

Mid Century Modern Walnut Sofa

Tove And Edvard Kindt Larsen

Rare Couch

Danish Mid Century Modern Larsen

Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Fabric

Denmark Selig

Rare Ib Kofod-Larsen Sofa, 1960s

$17,655

Rare Ib Kofod-Larsen Sofa, 1960s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare 4-seater Ib Kofod Larsen sofa in original black leather, very good condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

1970s Orange Christensen & Larsen Sofa or Chairs

$2,890

1970s Orange Christensen & Larsen Sofa or Chairs

By Christensen & Larsen

Located in Vienna, AT

Lacquered wood with cushions upholstered in soft orange fabric. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1970s by the company Christensen & Larsen. Use marks on the frame and upholstery fabric

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Plywood

Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Sofa by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark

$111,749

Ib Kofod-Larsen Elizabeth Sofa by Christensen & Larsen in Denmark

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Very rare sofa model U56 / Elizabeth designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Scrumptious Jack Lenor Larsen Sofa Hollywood Regency Mid-Century

$4,850

Scrumptious Jack Lenor Larsen Sofa Hollywood Regency Mid-Century

By Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Wonderful Hollywood Regency style Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Sofa. This piece is to die for fabulous still in nice vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Lacquer

Danish Modern Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen Newly Reupholstered

$4,500

Danish Modern Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen Newly Reupholstered

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Chicago, IL

Danish Modern Oak Frame Sofa Newly Reupholstered in Ivory Sheep’s Wool Shearling by Ib Kofod-Larsen Elegant Danish modern sofa designed by renowned architect and furniture designer ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak

20th Century Sofa by Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen

$9,200

20th Century Sofa by Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen

By Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen

Located in Allerum, SE

20th Mid-century two person sofa by Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen for France & Daverkosen, model 117 in oak and teak with new upholstery.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak, Teak

Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Walnut Sofa

$3,595

Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Walnut Sofa

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Walnut Sofa This sofa measures: 75 wide x 30 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height of 23.75 inches Fair Vintage Conditio...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Danish Modern Sculpted Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen

$5,895

Danish Modern Sculpted Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials Walnut-Stained Beechwood, New Tweed Fabric, New Pirelli Webbing _____________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut, Beech

Mid Century Rosewood Case Sofa Jack Lenor Larsen

$10,995

Mid Century Rosewood Case Sofa Jack Lenor Larsen

By Milo Baughman, Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Mid Century Modern Rosewood Case Sofa with Original Jack Lenor Larsen fabric. Chrome base.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Rosewood

Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Sofa

$4,595

Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Sofa

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Sofa This sofa measures: 74 wide x 32 deep x 27 inches high, with a seat height of 12 (to frame) and arm height of 23.75 inches Goo...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Sofa

$4,195

Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Sofa

By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Sofa This sofa measures: 74 wide x 32 deep x 27 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 23.5 inches Great Vintage C...

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of 2 Ib Kofod-Larsen sofas model "President", 1960s

$14,115 / item

Set of 2 Ib Kofod-Larsen sofas model "President", 1960s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Stockholm, SE

3-seater Ib Kofod Larsen sofa in original black leather, very good condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Glamorous Selig Jack Lenor Larsen Style Sofa Mid-Century Modern

$5,800Sale Price|20% Off

Glamorous Selig Jack Lenor Larsen Style Sofa Mid-Century Modern

By Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Glamorous Selig sofa with Jack Lenor Larsen style cut velvet fabric.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen Sofa Produced in Søborg Møbler in Denmark

$7,650

Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen Sofa Produced in Søborg Møbler in Denmark

By Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare sofa designed by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen. Produced in Søborg Møbler in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

A mid century modern Danish, Ib Kofoed-Larsen Sofa, 1960s

$4,708

A mid century modern Danish, Ib Kofoed-Larsen Sofa, 1960s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A stunning Mid-Century Modern vintage sofa from Ib Kofoed Larsen. The model `Kandidaten` stands out as a perfect piece of vintage Danish Design history.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa

$3,595

Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Teak Sofa This sofa measures: 73.5 wide x 29.5 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 13.75 and arm height of 20.25 inches Good Vint...

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

Jack Lenor Larsen Style Mid Century Chevron Sofa

$2,200 / item

Jack Lenor Larsen Style Mid Century Chevron Sofa

By W. & J. Sloane, Jack Lenor Larsen, Milo Baughman

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Jack Lenor Larsen style mid century Chevron sofa. Most Likely for W&J Sloane.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Sofa in Wool and Teak by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen, 1963

$45,315

Sofa in Wool and Teak by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen, 1963

By Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The Prisma sofa, designed by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen in 1963 and produced by the Danish cabinetmaker Ludvig Pontoppidan, is a rare and sculptural embodiment of Danish modern d...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak, Wool

Magnificent Directional Even Arm Sofa Jack Lenor Larsen Mid Century Modern

$6,280Sale Price|20% Off

Magnificent Directional Even Arm Sofa Jack Lenor Larsen Mid Century Modern

By Directional, Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Magnificent Directional even arm sofa with Jack Lenor Larsen cut velvet fabric. This sofa is in very nice vintage condition with only light signs of wear.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Ib Kofod-Larsen Selig Mid-Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Sofa & Ottoman

$3,525Sale Price|25% Off

Ib Kofod-Larsen Selig Mid-Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Sofa & Ottoman

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig

Located in Wayne, NJ

Ib Kofod-Larsen Scandinavian Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofa and ottoman / footstool for Selig.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Rare Midcentury Sofa by Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen, 1950s

$25,000

Rare Midcentury Sofa by Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen, 1950s

By Thorald Madsens Snedkeri, Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen

Located in Lejre, DK

Sofa designed by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen for cabinetmaker Thorald Madsen.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Sofa in Rosewood and Reupholstered in Burgundy Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956

$76,505

Sofa in Rosewood and Reupholstered in Burgundy Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Sofa in Rosewood and Reupholstered in Burgundy Leather by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1956 Additional Information: Material: Rosewood and newly reupholstered in burgundy leather Style: Mid cen...

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

Expertly Restored - Ib Kofod-Larsen Sculpted Exoskeleton Walnut Sofa for Selig

$5,895

Expertly Restored - Ib Kofod-Larsen Sculpted Exoskeleton Walnut Sofa for Selig

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials Walnut Wood, New Tweed Fabric, New Pirelli Webbing ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history ba...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut

Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Box Sofa

$9,500

Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Box Sofa

Located in Middlesex, NJ

Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Box Sofa Under the skirt sofa sits on a beautiful walnut plinth base.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Early Teak and Oak 2-Seater Sofa by Tove & Edward Kindt-Larsen

$8,121

Early Teak and Oak 2-Seater Sofa by Tove & Edward Kindt-Larsen

By Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen

Located in Handewitt, DE

Old danish 2-seater sofa by Tove & Edward Kindt-Larsen. Early production with gold stamped by France & Daverkosen Denmark early 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen 2 seat Sofa in cognac patinated Leather, Denmark, 1960’s

$9,292

Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen 2 seat Sofa in cognac patinated Leather, Denmark, 1960’s

By Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen

Located in Uithoorn, NL

Loveseat by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen in Cognac Leather and Solid Teak, 1960's A rare and characterful loveseat by Danish designer Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen, upholstered in its original cogna...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Sensational Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Sofa Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern

$11,600Sale Price|20% Off

Sensational Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Sofa Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern

By Swaim, Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Sensational Milo Baughman style Swaim 3 seater sofa with luscious Jack Lenor Larsen Caravan Velvet Fabric.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

1970s Sofa Set with Jack Lenor Larsen Cotton Velvet Fabric and Chrome Trim

$6,500 / set

1970s Sofa Set with Jack Lenor Larsen Cotton Velvet Fabric and Chrome Trim

By Selig, Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Lancaster, PA

The larger sofa measures 34 inches deep, 84 inches wide, and 25 inches high.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Edvard & Tove Kindt-Larsen, Early & Rare Sofa, Bouclé, Teak, Thorald Madsen 1956

$58,000

Edvard & Tove Kindt-Larsen, Early & Rare Sofa, Bouclé, Teak, Thorald Madsen 1956

By Edvard Kindt-Larsen, Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen, Thorald Madsens Snedkeri

Located in High Point, NC

A rare and early sofa. Designed by Edvard & Tove Kindt-Larsen, produced by cabinet maker Thorald Madsen circa 1956.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Pair of Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Sofas, Gustav Bertelsen, Denmark, 1950s

$14,115 / item

Pair of Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Sofas, Gustav Bertelsen, Denmark, 1950s

By Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen, Gustav Bertelsen

Located in The Hague, NL

This exceptionally rare two seater sofa was designed by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen and produced by the master cabinet maker Gustav Bertelsen in the early 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood, Teak

Kandidaten Three Seat Sofa in Knoll Bouclé by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Olof Person

$6,396Sale Price|38% Off

Kandidaten Three Seat Sofa in Knoll Bouclé by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Olof Person

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Deland, FL

This Kandidaten three-seater sofa was designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured in Sweden by Olof Person in 1962.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Prisma Sofa, Ludvig Pontoppidan, Denmark, 1963

$28,231

Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Prisma Sofa, Ludvig Pontoppidan, Denmark, 1963

By Raf Simons, Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen, Kvadrat, Ludvig Pontoppidan

Located in The Hague, NL

This extremely rare sofa named Prisma was designed by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen in 1963.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wenge

Incredible MCM Sofa with Original Fabric - Milo Baughman Jack Lenor Larsen style

Price Upon Request

Incredible MCM Sofa with Original Fabric - Milo Baughman Jack Lenor Larsen style

By Milo Baughman, Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Carmel, NY

This sofa is a true masterpiece, representing the pinnacle of sophistication and style. It offers a rare opportunity to own a piece that is undeniably the epitome of excellence in b...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Rare Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen freestanding spoke back sofa, 1947

$23,540

Rare Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen freestanding spoke back sofa, 1947

By Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen, Willy Beck

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A very rare Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen freestanding spoke back sofa in mahogany and rosewood shoes with original woven cane seat and loose fabric cushions.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa M#261 with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery

$7,000

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa M#261 with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery

By Jack Lenor Larsen, Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Classic mid-century modern sofa designed by Edward Wormley from his 1958 Dunbar - Conversation Pieces Collection, this sofa model #261 still has its original Jack Lenor Larsen colorf...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Kandidaten 3 Seat Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Olof Persons 'OPE', Sweden, 1960s

$9,995

Kandidaten 3 Seat Sofa by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Olof Persons 'OPE', Sweden, 1960s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Olaf Person

Located in Deland, FL

This Kandidaten three-seater sofa was designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and manufactured in Sweden by Olof Perssons Fatoljindustri (O.P.E.) in 1962.

Category

Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

1970s Chromium Steel Selig Sofa Lenor Larsen Velvet Upholstery

$10,000

1970s Chromium Steel Selig Sofa Lenor Larsen Velvet Upholstery

By Selig

Located in Monrovia, CA

1970s chromium steel framed sofa with Lenor Larsen velvet upholstery by Selig. 1970s psycedelic striped Lenor Larsen velvet upholstery.

Category

Late 20th Century Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Harvey Probber & Jack Lenor Larsen Happiness Sectional Sofa, Lacquer Red 1968

$22,090 / set

Harvey Probber & Jack Lenor Larsen Happiness Sectional Sofa, Lacquer Red 1968

By Jack Lenor Larsen, Harvey Probber

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Harvey Probber & Jack Lenor Larsen Happiness corner sectional sofa, lacquer red, 1968-1972.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Textile, Wool, Mohair

1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Jack Larsen Colorful Sofa

$9,850

1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Jack Larsen Colorful Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, colorful, Dubar x Larsen textile sofa you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocal...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid Century Curved Sofa Milo Baughman Jack Lenor Larsen Style

$17,500 / set

Mid Century Curved Sofa Milo Baughman Jack Lenor Larsen Style

By Milo Baughman

Located in Baltimore, MD

Stunning mid-century modern five-piece sectional curved sofa Milo Baughman style, in original Jack Lenor Larsen style upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Sofa by Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck

$21,000

Sofa by Ejner Larsen & Aksel Bender Madsen for Willy Beck

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An tight back and seat sofa with dowel legs newly upholstered in a flecked oatmeal grey fabric.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Dunbar Jack Larsen Gray Velvet Cut Down Floating Plinth Sofa

$5,700Sale Price|40% Off

Dunbar Jack Larsen Gray Velvet Cut Down Floating Plinth Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning sofa you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it being...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Set of Vintage Patterned Velvet Sofa and Two Coordinating Club Chairs

$2,850 / set

Set of Vintage Patterned Velvet Sofa and Two Coordinating Club Chairs

By Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Lancaster, PA

This is a unique sofa and chair set, having patterned velvet fabric upholstery and an interesting silhouette with removable armrests. The listed price includes the set of three piece...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Steel

Sexy Jack Lenor Larsen Red Velvet Sofa Sectional

$10,000Sale Price / set|20% Off

Sexy Jack Lenor Larsen Red Velvet Sofa Sectional

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Super sexy Jack Lenor Larsen abstract red velvet sofa sectional. This is one of a kind masterpiece is attributed to Milo Baughman for Directional.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Ib Kofod Larsen, Sofa in Teak with Seat and Back in Upholstered Fabric

$8,239

Ib Kofod Larsen, Sofa in Teak with Seat and Back in Upholstered Fabric

By Scandinavian Woodworks

Located in Milano, IT

Ib Kofod Larsen Sofa in teak with seat and back in upholstered fabric.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

1960s Long Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Tuxedo Sofa in Style of Paul McCobb

$12,000

1960s Long Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Tuxedo Sofa in Style of Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb

Located in Elkton, MD

A stunning oversized tuxedo sofa featuring original Jack Lenor Larsen polychrome velvet upholstery with a bold repeating geometric motif.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Walnut Three Seater Sofa

$3,800

Mid-Century Walnut Three Seater Sofa

By De Ster Gelderland, Ib Kofod-Larsen, J.B. Van Sciver Company, Bertil Fridhagen

Located in Raleigh, NC

Mid-century walnut frame three-seater sofa. Newly reupholstered with new foam and new fabric. The fabric is a rich deep blue mohair. A moody pop of color that compliments the warm wo...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Mohair, Foam, Wood, Walnut

1960's Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Sofa

$3,999

1960's Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Sofa

By Illum Wikkelsø, Ib Kofod-Larsen, Folke Ohlsson, Svend Åge Madsen, Grete Jalk

Located in Burbank, CA

This sofa is rare, and in the manner of Kofod Larsen designs.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Chenille, Teak

Red and Blue Harvey Probber Sofa with Jupe by Jackie Hand Embroidered Fabric

$13,930Sale Price|30% Off

Red and Blue Harvey Probber Sofa with Jupe by Jackie Hand Embroidered Fabric

By Jack Lenor Larsen, Harvey Probber

Located in Berlin, DE

Hard to believe, that this art piece is completely hand embroidered by master artisans in India. The superb color combination of sky blue cotton thread on the deep red silk velvet ba...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Cotton, Silk, Wood

Patina Leather Beech Frame Yngve Ekström Three Seat Sofa, Sweden, Minimalist

$9,250

Patina Leather Beech Frame Yngve Ekström Three Seat Sofa, Sweden, Minimalist

By Fredericia, Swedese, Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen, Børge Mogensen, Yngve Ekström

Located in Round Top, TX

Akantus sofa by Swedese, designed by Yngve Ekström The light wood frame, simple, straightforward design, sleek, and unfussy detailing such as the addition of the iconic vertical ori...

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Late 20th Century Swedish Minimalist Sofas

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Leather, Beech

Ib Kofod-Larsen Sette for Carlo Garhn, Denmark

$7,360

Ib Kofod-Larsen Sette for Carlo Garhn, Denmark

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Ib Kofod Larsen design small sofa or settee for Carlo Garhn, Denmark.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Teak

Elegant Low Table in Rosewood by Steffen Syrach Larsen, 1950s

$4,119

Elegant Low Table in Rosewood by Steffen Syrach Larsen, 1950s

By Steffen Syrach-Larsen, Gustav Bertelsen

Located in Lejre, DK

Low table in rosewood, designed by Steffen Syrach Larsen for cabinetmaker Gustav Bertelsen. Great original condition.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables

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Rosewood

1970s Milo Baughman in Jack Lenor Larsen Blue Brown Lattice Velvet Sectional

$5,950 / set

1970s Milo Baughman in Jack Lenor Larsen Blue Brown Lattice Velvet Sectional

By Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Extremely rare two pieces sectional by Milo Baughman upholstered in Jack Lenor Larsen fabric.. This beautiful cotton velvet cut lattice sectional is statement piece which is also com...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

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Velvet, Wood

Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen, Coffee / Sofa Table

$2,352

Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen, Coffee / Sofa Table

By Seffle Möbelfabrik, Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen, coffee / sofa table made in solid soaptreated oak.

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak

Seldom seen "Adam" sofa designed by Ib Kofod- Larsen , Denmark

$4,200

Seldom seen "Adam" sofa designed by Ib Kofod- Larsen , Denmark

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Buffalo, NY

Seldom seen "Adam" sofa designed by Ib Kofod- Larsen , Denmark. Classic modernist design..

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

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Fabric, Teak

Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen, Coffee / Sofa Table, solid teak

$2,823

Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen, Coffee / Sofa Table, solid teak

By Seffle Möbelfabrik, Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen, coffee / sofa table made in partly solid teak.

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen, Coffee / Sofa Table, solid teak

$2,352

Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen, Coffee / Sofa Table, solid teak

By Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen, Seffle Möbelfabrik

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Tove & Edvard Kindt Larsen, coffee / sofa table made in solid teak.

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

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Larsen Sofa Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the larsen sofa sofa you’re looking for. A larsen sofa sofa — often made from wood, fabric and hardwood — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a larsen sofa sofa, we have 212 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a larsen sofa sofa — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A larsen sofa sofa, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made larsen sofa sofa has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Jack Lenor Larsen and Selig are consistently popular.

How Much is a Larsen Sofa Sofa?

A larsen sofa sofa can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,900, while the lowest priced sells for $950 and the highest can go for as much as $116,682.

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 Larsen Sofa Sofa

What is a tufted sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
In a tufted sofa, the upholstery fabric is tightly pulled and folded into a geometric pattern and secured by buttons. The cushions on a tufted sofa remain plump and quite comfortable over time. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tufted sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is a Dune sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
A Dune sofa is not a particular type of sofa. Instead, it is a style name that several furniture makers have given to pieces they have produced. Among these makers are Nor11, Maiden Home and Ralph Pucci. You may also see the word “dune” used to indicate the color of a sofa. In this context, the term likely refers to a sandy beige shade.

Mid-century modern furniture and Space Age design enthusiasts know French designer Pierre Paulin for his low-slung Dune seating collection, which is a favorite of musician Frank Ocean. Paulin’s Dune series features four different interchangeable modules for a custom arrangement.

On 1stDibs, find a large selection of sofas.
What is the most comfortable sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The most comfortable sofa is a personal choice and will depend upon the sofa seat’s depth and height, filling and upholstery, back height and the back-pitch angle to recline or not to recline. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Today, options abound when it comes to style, material and comfort. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern sofas.
What is a sofa plinth?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A sofa plinth is a low base or pedestal that a sofa rests on. It borrows its name from a platform used to support an arch in classical architecture. People also call statue bases plinths. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage sofas.
What is a sofa suite?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Also known as living room suites or a three-piece suite, sofa suites are usually sofas with two matching chairs. On 1stDibs you will find a variety of options for antique, new and vintage sofa suites.
What is a sofa armchair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
A sofa armchair is a type of armchair. Specifically, the term describes an armchair with thick cushions on its backrest and seat and a deep frame that provides plenty of space for the user to settle in and relax. As a result, it offers the comfort typically associated with a sofa in a single-seat design, which is how this type of accent chair gets its name. Find a large selection of armchairs on 1stDibs.
What is a serpentine sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A serpentine sofa is an upholstered seating solution with a curvy shape reminiscent of the letter “S.” Vladimir Kagan designed the piece of furniture in 1950, and it has since become one of the best-known couches of the mid-century period. On 1stDibs, find a range of serpentine sofas.
What is a recamier sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
A recamier sofa is a type of couch that features a high curved headrest and a low footrest. This type of sofa is sometimes backless that can be kept flat across the wall. A recamier sofa looks great in a living room, bedroom, study or elsewhere in your home. Shop a range of antique and vintage recamier sofas on 1stDibs.
What is a Sheraton sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Sheraton sofa refers to a specific neo-classical English furniture style that features round tapered legs with contrasting veneer inlays. Sheraton style grew in popularity in the late 18th century and remains to be a home-décor favorite for its classic style. Shop a selection of authentic Sheraton pieces on 1stDibs.
What is a chaise on a sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A chaise, also known as a chaise longue (or, as it is sometimes spelled in the United States, a “chaise lounge”), is a long, upholstered sofa in the shape of a chair that can be used to prop one's legs upon. The name "chaise" refers to any long, reclining chair in modern French interior design, and the English translation is "long chair."
What is a modular sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A modular sofa is an upholstered seating solution meant to accommodate two or more people. Unlike standard sofas, modular designs feature multiple individual pieces that you can mix, match and arrange into different shapes and configurations. You will sometimes see them called sectional sofas. Find a range of modular sofas on 1stDibs.
What is a studio sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
A studio sofa is similar to a futon in that it’s multifunctional. Studio sofas can be converted into a double bed by flattening out the frame.
What is an Empire sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The Empire movement in design started in the 19th century and is characterized by straight lines in rigid symmetrical compositions. Empire sofas, and furniture specifically, are part of the French neoclassical style. Shop a collection of Empire sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An Empire sofa is a type of sofa associated with the Empire style of art and architecture that came out of early 19th-century France. The designs of furniture in the Empire style were actually quite varied depending on the region which interpreted the design principles. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Empire style sofas from some of the world’s top sellers.
What is an Italian sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
An Italian sofa is a sofa manufactured in Italy or produced by an Italian furniture maker. Some well-known Italian furniture brands include B&B Italia, Cassina, Mario Bellini, Alias and Afra & Tobia Scarpa. Keep in mind that an Italian sofa is different from an Italian leather sofa. Italian leather is a full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather produced in Italy. High-end furniture makers from all over the world use Italian leather as upholstery. Therefore, a sofa with this name may have been manufactured in Italy or elsewhere. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.
Is a sofa a chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
By the strictest definition, a sofa is not a chair. Generally, a chair is a seating solution for one person. Since a sofa seats more than one person at a time, it usually isn't considered a chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs and sofas.
When was the sofa invented?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
No one knows for sure when the first sofa was invented. However, ancient versions of the furniture date back to 2000 B.C. in Egypt. Generally, Jay Wellingdon Couch receives credit for inventing the modern sofa in 1895. People even use his surname, Couch, as another name for the sofa. Explore a large selection of couches on 1stDibs.
Why is it called a sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Why it is called a sofa is due to the history of the term. Sofa originated from the Arabic word soffa, which describes a low seat covered with plush pillows. French makers began producing their own versions of these furnishings in the 17th century, and by the 18th century, they had spread to other areas in Europe and were being referred to as sofas. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.
What is a Nelson sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
A Nelson sofa is a sofa designed by George Nelson. Introduced in 1968, it features an exposed wooden frame and button-tufted cushions outlined by piping. The American industrial designer created the piece for Herman Miller, and the company continues to manufacture and sell it today. Explore a variety of George Nelson sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a bergère sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A bergère sofa is a piece of furniture more commonly called a bergère chair. The term describes an armchair that features upholstery on its back, arms and seat and a decorative wooden frame. Bergère chairs emerged during the Regency period in France but became especially popular during the Rococo era. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bergère chairs.
What is boucle sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A bouclé sofa is a sofa that’s made from the heavy textile known as boucle. Bouclé is known for its fuzziness and soft texture, and designers often use it on rounded and asymmetrical furniture. Shop a collection of boucle sofas and other furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.

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