$33,751
H 37.21 in W 82.29 in D 33.27 in
Antique Howard & Sons Portarlington Large Sofa Original Ticking Upholstery
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
-1920 Portarlington three seat large sofa with duvet padded arms and feather and fibre filled cushions
Upholstery
$18,900
H 45.67 in W 57.29 in D 35.44 in
Victorian Howard & Sons Ticking Fabric Upholstered Double Wingback Sofa Armchair
By Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
double wingback sofa full stamped with H&S ticking A truly stunning piece, in sublime condition, these
Upholstery, Hardwood
$21,600
H 24.61 in W 86.62 in D 38.59 in
Unrestored Antique Victorian Howard & Son's Chesterfield Sofa Inc Ticking Fabric
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
The sofa retains all the original features, the coil sprung base, the factory ticking fabric, the
Hardwood
$20,250
H 27.17 in W 86.62 in D 36.42 in
Important Antique Victorian Howard & Son's Chesterfield Sofa Inc Ticking Fabric
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Chesterfield sofa with the original ticking fabric and long, elegant Walnut turned legs This has to be the
Walnut
$20,250
H 36.62 in W 77.56 in D 40.16 in
Howard & Sons Fully Stamped Sofa Feather Filled Feather Cushions Ticking
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
with the original ticking fabric This has to be the most comfortable sofa I have ever sat on, the
Upholstery
$18,833
H 34.65 in W 79.53 in D 36.62 in
COMFORTABLE 1950's HOWARD & SON'S LENYGON & MORANT CURVED TICKING FABRIC SOFA
By Lenygon & Morant, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
& Son’s Lenygon & Morant 1950's curved sofa in the original period ticking fabric Please note
Upholstery, Hardwood
$12,082
H 31.7 in W 59.85 in D 38 in
Comfortable Howard & Son's Chairs Ltd Ticking Fabric Sofa Feather Fill Cushions
By Lenygon & Morant, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
original ticking fabric and overstuffed feather filled cushions The sofa retains all the original
Upholstery, Hardwood
$3,408 / item
H 31 in W 72 in D 31 in
Madison Slip Covered Ticking Stripe Linen Sofa with Scallop Skirt Down Cushion
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Madison Slip Covered Sofa Our sofa has been designed with a linen slip cover in a flax with ecorcé
Linen, Foam, Wood
$16,875
H 32.29 in W 72.25 in D 37.41 in
1 OF 2 FINE & IMPORTANT CiRCA 1969 DAVID HICKS SOFAS ORIGINAL TICKING FABRIC
By David Hicks
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
important original 1969 David Hicks Paire De Canapes, Vers sofas in the original ticking fabric Please note
Upholstery
19th Century English Chesterfield Sofa
By Chesterfield
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Newly upholstered 19th Century English chesterfield sofa. With buttoned ticking and hessian seat
Upholstery, Wood
Arts and Crafts Blue Stripe Sofa
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Faversham, GB
A wonderful and unique Arts and Crafts sofa in original blue stripe ticking upholstery. With a
Linen, Upholstery, Oak
Unavailable
H 43.71 in W 56.3 in D 26.78 in
Edwardian Period Wingback Sofa Newly Upholstered in Striped Ticking
Located in Tetbury, GB
This lovely sofa is now available for sale. It’s built around the original Edwardian period frame
Wood
Vintage Coastal Ticking Stripe Rattan Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fabulous vintage coastal sofa. A beautiful bent rattan in a white finish with chic ticking stripe
Upholstery, Rattan
1920S SOFA UPHOLSTERED IN 19THC FRENCH TICKING-GREAT FORM
Located in Los Angeles, CA
WONDERFUL FORM SOFA FROM THE FIRST QUARTER 20THC UPHOLSTERED IN COTTON 19THC BLACK AND WHITE
Wood
Sold
H 32.29 in W 66.74 in D 41.74 in
Super Comfortable Pair of Howard & Son's Lenygon & Morant Ticking Fabric Sofas
By Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd., Lenygon & Morant, Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
sofas with the original ticking fabric. These have to be the most comfortable pair of sofas I have
Upholstery, Hardwood
A Regency English Country House Sofa
Located in London, GB
A Regency English Country house sofa in original ticking fabric and cushions. The legs painted in
Brass
Sold
H 22.25 in W 88.78 in D 41.54 in
Howard & Sons Victorian Walnut Crescent Half Moon Framed Sofa Ticking Fabric
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
framed Howard & Son’s Berners Street sofa with the original ticking fabric and horse hair filling This
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Rattan Wicker Sofas with Blue and White French Ticking
Located in Rio Vista, CA
and white stripe French ticking style fabric. The sofas are made in the manner and style of Michael
Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Antique Black Hand Painted Cane Daybed Sofa with Blue Ticking Upholstery
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
decking. Blue ticking is in good condition, there are some spots of wear, no stains or major issues
Chenille, Cane, Wood, Down
Sold
H 31.11 in W 63 in D 33.86 in
Super Comfortable circa 1920 Howard & Son's Lenygon & Morant Ticking Fabric Sofa
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
with the original ticking fabric This has to be the most comfortable sofa I have ever sat on, the
Upholstery
Sold
H 36.62 in W 77.56 in D 40.16 in
1 of 2 Howard & Sons Fully Stamped Sofa Feather Filled Cushions Ticking Fabric
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
with the original ticking fabric This has to be the most comfortable sofa I have ever sat on, the
Upholstery
Sold
H 32.29 in W 72.25 in D 37.41 in
1 OF 2 IMPORTANT CiRCA 1969 DAVID HICKS SOFAS IN THE ORIGINAL TICKING FABRIc
By David Hicks
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
important original 1969 David Hicks Paire De Canapes, Vers sofas in the original ticking fabric Please note
Upholstery
Pair of 19th Century Howard Sofas
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in London, GB
Pair of sofas with reproduction Howard ticking.
Sold
H 28.88 in W 90.5 in D 35.5 in
Elegant Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Tuxedo Sofa, Project
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in St. Louis, MO
label in the ticking. Sofa has newer foam, no skirt, missing end pillows, but same mahogany sculpted
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique French Leather Drop Arm Daybed Sofa with French Mattress Ticking
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
recovered in an original antique French mattress ticking and is very clean, free-from stains. The arms drop
Down, Leather, Upholstery
Linen Velvet Sofa by Dunbar
Located in New York, NY
A labled Dunbar sofa (with original Dunbar signature ticking preserved) re-upholstered in champagne
Sold
H 26.78 in W 53.15 in D 23.63 in
Refurbished Vintage Ercol Windsor Two-Seat Sofa Upholstered in French Ticking
By Ercol, Lucian Ercolani
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Refurbished blonde Ercol Windsor 2-seat sofa. Newly upholstered in lovely French ticking
Elm
Sold
H 26.78 in W 53.15 in D 23.63 in
Refurbished Vintage Ercol Windsor Two-Seat Sofa Upholstered in French Ticking
By Ercol
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Refurbished blonde Ercol Windsor two-seat sofa. Newly upholstered in lovely French ticking
Elm
Sold
H 33.86 in W 45.48 in L 33.86 in
Early 19th Century English Regency Window Seat Finished with Buttoned Ticking
Located in Uppingham, Rutland
Very elegant fully restored and re upholstered Regency window seat or two seat occasional sofa, now
Mahogany
Howard & Sons Chesterfield Sofa, 19th Century, circa 1850
By Howard and Sons
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Howard & Sons chesterfield sofa, 19th century, circa 1850 Magnificent large and imposing 19th
Mahogany
Late Victorian Green Velvet Upholstered Chesterfield Sofa, circa 1900
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
complete, unless the master owns a Chesterfield sofa. A lovely sofa that is very much ticking all of the
Velvet, Mahogany
Howard and Sons Chesterfield Sofa, 19th Century, circa 1850
By Howard and Sons
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Howard and Sons Chesterfield sofa, 19th century, circa 1850 Magnificent large and imposing 19th
Mahogany
Howard & Sons Chesterfield Sofa 19th Century circa 1850 No: 2
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
original Howard & Sons initialed calico covering with blue ticking, the sofa raised on turned mahogany legs
Mahogany
Howard & Sons Chesterfield Sofa 19th Century circa 1850 No: 2
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
original Howard & Sons initialed calico covering with blue ticking, the sofa raised on turned mahogany legs
Mahogany
$5,332
H 31.5 in W 62.6 in D 21.26 in
FINE ANTIQUE GEORGIAN CIRCA 1780 GiLTWOOD CHESTERFIELD WINDOW SETTEE SALON SOFA
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale very rare, highly collectable Georgian circa 1780 Salon settee or window seat with the original gold giltwoo...
Upholstery, Giltwood
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables
Located in London, GB
Wrought iron martini tables, hand made in England inspired by an original 1940s French design. Finished with a natural bronze patina as standard. Can also be supplied in black or gi...
Iron
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
Fornasetti Porcelain Musical Tableware, 5 Pcs.
By Fornasetti
Located in Astoria, NY
Collection of Five Fornasetti Porcelain Musical Instrument Tableware Pieces, comprising: (2) two "Instrumenti Musicali", plate and small dish, marked "Fornasetti Milano / Made in Ita...
Porcelain
$42,500 / set
H 34.25 in W 24 in D 23 in
Four Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Chinoiserie Bergères, Jansen Attr., 1890
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine and Rare Assembled Set of Four French Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Carved and Japanned-Chinoiserie Lacquer Decorated Bergers Armchairs, attributed to Maison Jansen (House of Janse...
Velvet, Giltwood, Lacquer
'Daffodil' Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios
By Tiffany Studios
Located in London, GB
‘Daffodil’ table lamp by Tiffany Studios American, c. 1910 Height 56cm, diameter 40cm Designed and hand-made by the artisans from the renowned Tiffany Studios (1902-1932), this ‘Daf...
Bronze, Lead
Circa 1880 Italian Large Gilt wood LXV Style Confidente Sofa
Located in London, Park Royal
A rare antique find from Tuscany Italy. This 'Confidante' sofa, circa 1880, is in beautiful condition. The large frame is finely carved in the LXV style, with its original water gild...
Gold, Gold Leaf
$23,685
H 61.42 in W 83.47 in D 67.72 in
Floral Swag - A French Classic Louis XV Style Caned Bed by La Maison London
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
The Floral Swag Bed is a beautifully handcrafted statement piece in the classic French Louis XV Corbeille style. Featuring its signature rounded corners, the bed’s curved headboard a...
Wood
Victorian Chaise Longue Couch Day Bed Mahogany 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
This Pretty Victorian Mahogany Chaise Longue is Raised Upon Shaped and Carved Legs Which Retain Their Original Brass and Porcelain Castors. Circa 1860 The Chaise Longue Has Recently ...
Mahogany
$3,495
H 63.5 in W 96 in D 3 in
French Provincial King Headboard Powder Blue Ceruse Finish & Heavy Carved Detail
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage French Provincial Renaissance style king sized headboard with antiqued powder blue ceruse factory finish & heavy carved off-white trim details including leaves, vine...
Wood
The Salon, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
$10,500
H 28.5 in W 86 in D 34 in
Expertly Restored - Milo Baughman Rosewood Case Sofa for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Upholstery, Foam, Rosewood
$24,500
H 29 in W 59.25 in D 29.25 in
Pair of French Louis XVI Style Carved-Wood Cream-Lacquered Settees, Jansen Attr.
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine Pair of French Louis XVI Style Carved-wood Cream-Lacquered Settees, probably by Maison Jansen. The rectangular shaped Love Seats, each with scrolled carved armrests ending wit...
Fabric, Satin, Silk, Wood
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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