Sofa With Casters
Custom Made White Linen English Arm Rolled Back Sofa with Casters
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
White linen English arm rolled back sofa with casters.
Custom made to order, upholstered in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Materials
Linen
$6,890 / item
H 33 in W 84 in D 38 in
Modern Leather Wingback Sofa Settee with Casters
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic modern Arlo wingback sofa settee designed and retailed by Rinfret Home and Garden
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Sofa with attached side table on casters
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A purple mohair sofa with charcoal gray built-in side storage on casters.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
19th Century William IV style White Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century White William IV style Chesterfield Sofa with new upholstery on casters
Category
Antique 19th Century English William IV Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
George III Style Mahogany and Blue Velvet Sofa
Located in New York, NY
George III legs with casters. The sofa could be a good candidate for re-upholstery down the road
Category
20th Century George III Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Recent Sales
English Flair Arm Sofa/Settee
Located in Stamford, CT
English Undulating Flair Arm Sofa/Settee. Wood feet with casters.Newly upholsterted. Located in
Category
Antique 19th Century English Sofas
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
American Classical Sofa Attributed to Duncan Phyfe
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Long Island, NY
1825, raised on four animal carved paw feet, the above raised on four brass casters. The sofa with
Category
Antique 19th Century American Sofas
Materials
Mahogany, Upholstery
Dunbar Edward Wormley Low Profile Sofa with Casters
By Edward Wormley
Located in Miami, FL
Super comfy sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Low profile sofa with great proportions . 2 legs on
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Large-Scale Sofa in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
12 feet cream color sofa with casters in the style of Milo Baughman. Study frame. Does need to be
Category
Late 20th Century Sofas
Blue 1920's Deco Couch with Curved Front on Casters
Located in New York, NY
Blue 1920's Deco Couch, with curved front. Reupholstered in 1966 in England. invoices provided.
Category
20th Century French Sofas
American Mahogany Acanthus Upholstered Sofa with Brass Casters. Boston, C. 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
American mahogany sofa with serpentine shaped arms, carved acanthus knees, and terminating on
Category
Antique 1780s American American Colonial Sofas
Materials
Brass
H 35 in W 70 in D 28 in
Pair of Industrial Style Sofas on Metal Frame Piping with Casters
Located in Manhasset, NY
A Pair Of Industrial Framed Worn Leather Sofas or Settees. These Loveseats each having a worn
Category
Late 20th Century Industrial Sofas
Huge Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large version of the Vladimir serpentine sofa, model #150BC.
Early version with caster feet.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century Regency Caned Sofa
Located in Allerum, SE
An elegant Regency period painted and caned sofa with turned front legs on casters, circa 1820
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sofas
Materials
Wood
19THC SOFA IN HOMSPUN LINEN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC SOFA FROM NEW ENGLAND WITH ORIGINAL CASTERS IN PRISTINE CONDITION, UPHOLSTERY IN 19THC
Category
Antique 19th Century American Sofas
Gray Leather Vintage Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Austin, TX
Vintage gray leather chesterfield sofa on ebonized feet with casters. We love the deep seat on this
Category
Vintage 1930s English Sofas
Materials
Leather
Gray Leather Vintage Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Austin, TX
Vintage gray leather chesterfield sofa on ebonized feet with casters. We love the deep seat on this
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather
Pillow Back Sofa by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A generously proportioned pillow back sofa with an undulating back, front casters, and original
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Edward Wormley for Dunbar "5407" Sofa
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
The classic "5407" tufted Dunbar sofa. Mahogany feet with casters on front feet. Overall in very
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Materials
Mahogany, Upholstery
Modular Postmodern Conversation Sofa, Italy 1980s
Located in Chicago, IL
. This sofa has a metal base with casters, allowing the sofa to be adjusted to various configurations
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
18th Century Chippendale Mahogany Changeant Silk Sofa
Located in Charleston, SC
This 18th Century Chippendale changeant silk sofa has original casters with no major repairs. Legs
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Chippendale Sofas
Materials
Silk, Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Serpentine Style Sofa, Circa 1950
Located in Southampton, NJ
Beautiful serpentine sofa with over ball casters. Circa 1950
Total width 108”
Total depth 66
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Rosewood and Leather Sofa by Erik Jorgensen
Located in Astoria, NY
A chic sofa with a rosewood frame on casters and black leather upholstery. The piece is by noted
Category
20th Century Danish Sofas
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Erwin Lambeth Lenor Larsen Sofas
By Erwin Lambeth
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a pair of Erwin Lambeth sofas, on casters, with Jack Lenor Larson fabric
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Modern-MCM Oatmeal Blue Brown Plaid Convertible Love Seat Sofa Daybed or Chaise
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful convertible love seat sofa, daybed or chaise with casters in the front and tapered wood
Category
20th Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
H 33 in W 63 in D 29.5 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Sofa with Casters, circa 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern upholstered sofa with casters. circa 1970s
Features a wood frame with brass
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Custom Made White Linen English Arm Rolled Back Sofa with Casters
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
White linen English arm rolled back sofa with casters.
Custom made to order, upholstered in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Sofas
Materials
Linen
Custom LISTING FOR (A) White Linen English Arm Rolled Back Sofa with Casters
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
White linen English arm rolled back sofa with casters + REUPHOLSTERY IN LIBECO NATURAL LINEN ($1728
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Sofas
Materials
Linen
Chesterfield Sofa
Located in London, GB
A very good quality brown leather button backed Chesterfield sofa.
Feet with brass caps and
Category
Early 20th Century European Sofas
Materials
Leather
Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
reupholstered in a soft silver fabric. The sofa rests on tapered legs with casters for easy mobility.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
A Mid Century Modern style Edward Ferrell two seat upholstered sofa, late 20th C
By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Mid Century Modern style Edward Ferrell unusually deep two seat upholstered sofa, resting on legs
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 38 in W 66.5 in D 39 in
Rare Mosaic-top Side Tables by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in New York, NY
tables have great scale and plenty of room for lamps on top. Perfect for bedside or sofa side. Signed
Category
Vintage 1950s American Side Tables
Green Chesterfield Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Classic leather tufted Chesterfield sofa with caster feet and nail head trim detail.
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Category
Vintage 1930s British Sofas
Materials
Brass
1980s Pink Bloomingdales Custom Made 3 Seater sofa with Brass Casters
By Bloomingdale's
Located in Armonk, NY
This will be your ultimate recharging sofa. Binge watch Netflix, read books, hang out with your
Category
Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
English George III Mahogany Settee with Casters
Located in New York, NY
Englsih George III (early 19th Century)Mahogany settee with Caters, upholstered in Loro Piana Cashmere
Category
Antique 19th Century English Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
Rosewood Sofa Table
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautifully figured rosewood Regency sofa table with brass casters.
Category
Antique 19th Century British Sofa Tables
French Empire Sofa
Located in Woodbury, CT
MAHOGANY EMPIRE "BOX" SOFA WITH GILT BRONZE MOUNTS, ON CASTERS
Category
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Empire Tufted Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning tufted leather empire sofa with wood trim on casters. Original leather and horsehair
Category
Antique 19th Century American Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
English Leather Shaped Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
English Leather Shaped Sofa with Nail Head Trim and Casters
Category
Early 20th Century English Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Edwardian Chesterfield Style Sofa C1910
Located in London, GB
piece. A comfortable sofa with original upholstery complete and casters. This fabulous strong weave
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Navy Velvet Couch by Vladimir Kagan
Located in Southampton, NY
Beautiful Kagan couch in new navy velvet upholstery. Large couch is easy to move with casters.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Sofas
French 1940's Chic Leather Sofa
Located in Culver City, CA
french leather sofa. wood legs with brass casters. original leather upholstery. new velvet
Category
20th Century French Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood, Velvet
Swedish Mahogany Lyre Base Sofa Table
Located in Kensington, MD
Lyre base sofa table with single drawer, casters on feet. 48" extended
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Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Sofa Tables
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Mahogany Library Sofa Table
Located in East Hampton, NY
A 19th Century Mahogany Library Sofa Table on casters with one drawer, mahogany knobs and antiqued
Category
Antique 19th Century English Sofa Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Leather
English George III style sofa table
Located in Hudson, NY
George III style drop leaf sofa table on casters with four drawers and original brass pulls
Category
Antique 19th Century British George III Sofa Tables
Materials
Brass
Antique Edwardian Drop End Sofa or Settee with Green Casters, Early 20th Century
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
A early 20th century Edwardian upholstered two-seat drop end sofa, standing on turned front legs
Category
20th Century Settees
H 35 in W 70 in D 35 in
Grand Neoclassical Style Comfortable Three-Seat Leather Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
feather cushions. The sofa is finished with caster wheels. The sofa is sturdy, elegant, and ready to be
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Sofas
Materials
Brass
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Italian Mid-Century Vanity Console by Cesare Lacca with Mirror in Burl Walnut
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Code: FH27
Majestic vanity dressing table console with mirror, 1950s by Cesare Lacca per La Permanente Mobili Cantù , in burl walnut folder. Large shaped mirror. Console with two si...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Walnut, Burl
$12,600
H 71.2 in W 54.4 in D 16 in
1970s Japanese Copper & Iron Cantilever Wall Light with Brass Fittings & Cage
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
A reclaimed 1970s Iron explosion proof pendant with copper shade and was originally used in passageways on cargo ships and super tankers.
The cantilever is formed from 22mm copper...
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Copper, Iron
$587 / item
H 63 in W 11.03 in D 27.56 in
Country French Oak Farmhouse Trestle Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rustic country French farmhouse dining table featuring a bleached oak distressed finish with an aged patina. Made in a grand trestle style with 1.5 inch thick plank top and thick, ch...
Category
20th Century French Country Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Carved Oak Stool with Black Leather
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant, antique Louis XV stool was crafted in France, circa 1920. The large rectangular footstool sits on four cabriole legs decorated with scrolled motifs at the shoulders ove...
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Stools
Materials
Walnut, Leather
$825
H 15.5 in W 22.5 in D 18.5 in
Chinoiserie Pagoda
By Renzo Mongiardino
Located in New York, NY
Chinoiserie pagoda. Very decorative Italian painted plaster and wood three-tiered pagoda alla Mongiardino emanating from marine inspired grotto base with four masks issuing water in...
Category
20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Gesso, Shell, Wood
Set of Seven Mario Papperzini for Salterini Garden Lounge Chairs and Ottomans
By John Salterini, Mario Papperzini
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of seven Italian iron patio and garden lounge chairs and ottomans designed by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini. The Mid-Century Modern garden suite consists of three armc...
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
$24,000 / set
H 36 in W 25 in D 28 in
Schumacher by Mary McDonald Chinois Palais Wallpaper Mural in Blush
By Schumacher, Mary McDonald
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by an antique Chinese silk panel, this design features exotic birds and cherry blossoms and is true to the original scale. Available as a printed linen and a wallcovering.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Chinoiserie Wallpaper
Materials
Paper
$747 / item
H 144 in W 51.75 in D 0.01 in
Chinese Celadon Glazed Lotus Charger, Qing Dynasty, 18th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A sublime Chinese celadon glazed shallow dish or charger, Qing Dynasty, mid 18th century, China.
Beautifully glazed, with a carved decoration of a group of lotus, leaves, stalks and ...
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
French Louis XVI Rosewood, Kingwood Marquetry & Ormolu Side Cabinet 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
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French Louis XVI Rosewood, Kingwood Marquetry & Ormolu Side Cabinet 20thC
Measures- 32.5"H x 31.25"...
Category
20th Century Louis XVI Cabinets
Materials
Ormolu
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
H 32.5 in W 31.25 in D 16 in
19th Century Country French Provincial Fruitwood Farmhouse Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous weathered 19th century country French provincial farmhouse table full of imperfections and desirable wear. Crafted from fruitwood with an amazing soft worn patina showcasing...
Category
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Farm Tables
Materials
Brass
1960s Mullca French High Stools, Chocolate Round, Set of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960s Mullca French high stools – chocolate round – set of four.
1960s Mullca French high stools – chocolate round – set of four. One of our most favourite stools, the laboratory ...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Stools
Materials
Birch
$525 / set
H 13.78 in W 13.78 in D 0.4 in
Art Deco Cloud Figured Walnut Wardrobe, English, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this fabulously styled Art Deco wardrobe dating to the 1930's. Small and well proportioned this wardrobe has stunning Walnut grain with book paged veneers w...
Category
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Materials
Walnut
Set of Four Ralph Lauren Shelter Sky Ash Leather Sling Dining Chairs
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Bespoke set of four country American style dining chairs or armchairs featuring leather sling seats and backs. Designed by Ralph Lauren from the Shelter Sky collection crafted from s...
Category
20th Century American Country Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Pewter
$5,000 / set
H 36.5 in W 26 in D 25 in
Vintage set of 6 Tropical Vibe McGuire Rattan & Cane Dining Chairs c. 1970s
By John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire
Located in St. Louis, MO
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Category
Vintage 1970s Philippine Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
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$5,450 / set
H 36 in W 22 in D 22.32 in
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Patio and Garden Fur...
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$12,000 Sale Price
20% Off
H 36 in W 22 in D 25.5 in
Tete a tete by Hugo Franca
By Hugo França
Located in San Francisco, CA
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Brazil, circa 1990.
Category
20th Century Brazilian Organic Modern Loveseats
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Hardwood
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Sofa With Casters For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of sofa with casters available for sale. The range of distinct sofa with casters — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. There are 97 antique and vintage sofa with casters for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 12 modern editions to choose from as well. Sofa with casters have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Sofa with casters made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Regency — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many sofa with casters are appealing in their simplicity, but Jorge Zalszupin, Mario Bellini and Cassina produced popular sofa with casters that are worth a look.
How Much are Sofa With Casters?
Prices for sofa with casters can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, sofa with casters begin at $599 and can go as high as $54,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,890.
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 With Casters
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to replace Herman Miller casters depends on the chair. In most cases, you will need a pipe wrench and an Allen wrench to remove the current casters, and a mallet and a lubricant to install the new wheels. Follow the replacement instructions provided by Herman Miller to ensure best results. Find a selection of Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- Why is it called a sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024Why 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Also 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024A 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 tufted sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021In 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024A 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. - Is a sofa a chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024By 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024No 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.
- What is a Sheraton sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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 recamier sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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 modular sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 an Empire sofa?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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, 2022An 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024An 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.
- What is a studio sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A 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 a Knoll Sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Knoll sofa, or a Knole sofa, is an interesting piece of furniture that’s believed to have its origins in the 1600s and to be the precursor to the modern sofa. It features two side-by-side cushions and arms that are as high as the back of the sofa. The most interesting feature is that these arms can often be tied back or dropped to change the profile of the sofa. Find an assortment of Knole sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Chesterfield sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Chesterfield sofa is a couch with rolled arms that are as tall as the back of the sofa. They always feature deep button tufting everywhere, including the cushion.
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