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American c.1930's Camel Backed Sofa with Fret Work Stretcher
Located in Malton, GB
This is an extremely elegant and very well made c.1930's American mahogany camel backed sofa with
Category

20th Century Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Fine Custom Upholstered High-Back Sofa with Triple X-form Stretcher
Located in Bridgeport, CT
foliate vines patterned fabric, raised on a triple X-form form turned stretcher. Dimensions: 36" D, 20
Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofas

Materials

Wood

19th Century Italian Walnut Lyre Leg Table with Baroque Style Wooden Stretchers
Located in Dallas, TX
accompanying stretchers have been embellished with impressive fretwork. The wide stance of the legs provides
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

French Régence Style Canapé à Oreilles with Cross Stretcher and Blotched Fabric
Located in Atlanta, GA
stretcher. With its elegant lines and nice proportions, this French Régence style wingback sofa circa 1800
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Régence Sofas

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Directional Mid-Century Modern Sofa with Brass Cross Stretcher
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in St. Louis, MO
1950s Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb for Directional sofa on tapered legs with round brass
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Two Unique Italian Postmodern Gilt and Copper Cantilevered Consoles / Sofa Table
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian consoles or sofa tables in giltwood with copper stretchers and copper side panels
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Console Tables

Antique French Round Side End Table Barley Twist Carved Oak Renaissance 19th C
Located in Tyler, TX
, Entry, Hall, Sofa, or Center Table with "X" Stretcher~~Victorian Era Renaissance Revival ~~circa 1890s
Category

Antique 1890s French Renaissance Revival End Tables

Materials

Oak

Early 20th Century French "Os de Mouton" Sofa with Bleached Wood Stretcher
Located in Charlotte, NC
Handsome vintage Os de Mouton French sofa with wing back. Wood arms and legs have a bleached
Category

Early 20th Century French Sofas

Materials

Burlap

Louis XIII French Sofa with Mouton Legs and Wing Sides and Loose Seat Cushion
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a 19th century mouton 4 stretcher sofa with cross stretchers. The French sofa has
Category

Antique 19th Century French Sofas

Materials

Wood

18th Century French Carved Walnut Canapé Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18th century French carved walnut canapé sofa with stretcher. There are eight beautifully turned
Category

Antique 18th Century French Sofas

Materials

Silk, Walnut

Sofa with Mahogany Stretchers by Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Sofa No. 255 with mahogany legs and hand-turned stretchers front to back designed by Edward Wormley
Category

Vintage 1960s American Sofas

Chinese Chippendale Stretcher Sofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Carved Stretcher Sofa with off white Damask upholstery, down Cushion, gorgeous Chippendale antique
Category

Antique 19th Century Sofas

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Chinese Chippendale Stretcher Sofa
Chinese Chippendale Stretcher Sofa
H 38 in W 84 in D 24 in
Mid-Century Low Back Sofa with brass stretchers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Nice Mid-Century Sofa all newly upholstered and ready to go! Back cushions are down-filled with a
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Sofa with Hand-Turned Stretchers designed by Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Elegant sofa No. 255 with mahogany legs and hand-turned stretchers front-to-back designed by Edward
Category

Vintage 1960s American Sofas

Sofa with Hand-Turned Mahogany Stretchers by Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Sofa No. 255 with mahogany legs and hand-turned stretchers front-to-back designed by Edward Wormley
Category

Vintage 1960s American Sofas

Swedish 19th Century Painted Wood Upholstered Sofa with Turned Cross Stretcher
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish painted wood sofa from the 19th century with turned cross-stretcher and new upholstery
Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Sofas

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Elegant Sofa with Hand-Turned Mahogany Stretchers by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Elegant sofa No. 255 with mahogany legs and hand-turned stretchers front to back by Edward Wormley
Category

Vintage 1950s American Sofas

French Bleached Oak Sofa Table with Leather Top, Brass Trim and Cross Stretcher
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French bleached oak sofa table from the 20th century, with brown leather top, brass accents
Category

20th Century French Sofa Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel, Iron

French X-Shaped Leg Oak Sofa Table with Cross Stretcher, Turn of the Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
This French sofa table from the turn of the century features a rectangular top surrounded by a
Category

Early 20th Century French Sofa Tables

Materials

Oak

Narrow Spanish Table with Iron Stretcher
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spanish walnut table with iron stretcher. Great scale for a sofa back table.
Category

Vintage 1930s Spanish Spanish Colonial Sofa Tables

Materials

Iron

Narrow Spanish Table with Iron Stretcher
Narrow Spanish Table with Iron Stretcher
H 33.5 in W 60.5 in D 16 in
Antique Holy House Table With Iron Stretchers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One wide plank top table with iron supports. Beautiful patina throughout.
Category

Antique 19th Century Guatemalan Sofa Tables

Materials

Iron

19th Century Tuscan Walnut Table with Shaped Wooden Stretchers
Located in Dallas, TX
wooden stretcher. There are C and S scroll shapes throughout the design of the legs and a double shaped
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Sofa Tables

Materials

Walnut

Italian 18th Century Oak or Walnut Table with Small Drawer and Iron Stretcher
Located in Houston, TX
Featured is an adorable Italian desk or sofa table with walnut legs ,oak top and iron stretcher
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Sofa Tables

Materials

Iron

Salterini Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
Latticed iron daybed / sofa with ball finials and diamond stretchers designed by Mario Papperzini
Category

20th Century Italian Sofas

Materials

Wrought Iron, Enamel

Salterini Sofa
Salterini Sofa
H 34.75 in W 72 in D 28.25 in
Elegant Danish Modern Sofa
By Kurt Østervig
Located in San Diego, CA
A sleek and comfortable 1950s Danish sofa with solid teak stretchers and upholstered in a light
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Elegant Danish Modern Sofa
Elegant Danish Modern Sofa
H 31 in W 78 in D 30 in
Harvey Probber Three-Seat Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
Probber design, rare sofa with criss cross stretchers, brass collars on vertical solid walnut legs
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Harvey Probber Three-Seat Sofa
Harvey Probber Three-Seat Sofa
H 30 in W 108 in D 31.5 in
Louis XIII Style French Wingback Sofa
Located in Culver City, CA
French wingback sofa with wonderfully carved stretcher
Category

Early 20th Century French Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Muslin, Wood

Louis XIII Style French Wingback Sofa
Louis XIII Style French Wingback Sofa
H 46.5 in W 69 in D 32 in
Dunbar Angle Sofa by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
An angled Janus sofa with mahogany stretchered base. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Regency Brass Inlaid Rosewood Sofa Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Regency Brass Inlaid Calamander Banded Rosewood Sofa Table with inlaid stretcher and brass paw
Category

Antique 19th Century English Sofa Tables

Regency Brass Inlaid Rosewood Sofa Table
Regency Brass Inlaid Rosewood Sofa Table
H 27.5 in W 45 in D 32.75 in
Micro Tufted Black Leather Danish Sofa
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Micro tufted black leather sofa with solid teak stretchers and legs circa early 1960's. Excellent
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Paul McCobb Sofa for Custom Craft
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Classic and rare Paul McCobb sofa on dowel legs with brass stretchers. Beautifully upholstered in
Category

Vintage 1950s American Sofas

Paul McCobb Sofa for Custom Craft
Paul McCobb Sofa for Custom Craft
H 32.5 in W 85 in D 35 in
Chippendale Style Camelback Nailhead Sofa New Upholstery
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant chippendale style camelback sofa with carved legs and stretcher. Has been recently
Category

Early 20th Century Chippendale Sofas

Materials

Brass

Very large Louis XIV style carved wood sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very large Louis XIV style carved wood sofa with double X stretcher. 19 in. tall seat.
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Sofas

Materials

Wood

Grand Scale Foliate Carved Georgian Mahogany Upholstered Camelback Sofa
Located in Milford, NH
with outswept square legs. A central medial stretcher runs under the length of the sofa, with support
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Late 19th Century Jacobean Style Hand Carved Walnut Sofa
Located in Lambertville, NJ
a scalloped apron resting on carved English Jacobean style legs with stretchers. This sofa is a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Jacobean Sofas

Materials

Walnut

French Settee from Louis XIII era, circa 1630
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare French antique Louis XIII sofa, circa 1630 with turned stretchers and high back. This sofa is
Category

Antique 1630s French Louis XIII Sofas

Paul Ferrante American Etruscan Forged and Hammered Iron and Glass Console Table
By Paul Ferrante
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
iron frame console or sofa table with a stretcher base and arms that rise to support a .5" ogee beveled
Category

20th Century Rustic Sofa Tables

Materials

Iron

French Oak and Iron Console/Sofa Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Outstanding reproduction French oak and iron console/sofa table with X-stretchers and paw feet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Console Tables

Materials

Iron

French Oak and Iron Console/Sofa Table
French Oak and Iron Console/Sofa Table
H 32.75 in W 73.75 in D 20 in
Harvey Probber Seating Group Vintage Modern Sofa and Loveseat in Purple Floral
By Harvey Probber
Located in Houston, TX
, loveseat. Both sofas feature criss cross stretchers with brass accents and bolster pillows. Sofas are
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Brass

Hans Wegner Long Table with Caned Shelf
Located in Miami, FL
Teak wood shaped and formed into a long board coffee or sofa table with a beautifully caned stretcher
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Cane

Jacobean Throne Style Hall Bench with Matching Arm Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
Handsome English carved settee or sofa with matching arm chair. Triple stretcher at base of sofa
Category

Antique 19th Century English Settees

Charles Hollis Jones Style Mid Century Modern Lucite and Glass Console Table
By Karl Springer, Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Lucite console or sofa table with center rod stretcher and bolted
Category

Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Maison Bagués Rectangular Side Table Cross Base Cloudy Mirror Top Neoclassical
By Maison Baguès
Located in Miami, FL
Maison Bagués brass & bronze rectangular side table, end table, sofa table. Cross Stretcher with
Category

Vintage 1960s French Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Chinese Elm Wood Console, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A Chinese mid-20th Century console or sofa table, with humpback stretchers and corner legs
Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Qing Console Tables

Materials

Elm

Antique French Table Octagonal PETITE Barley Twist Carved Oak Renaissance 19th C
Located in Tyler, TX
, End Table, Entry, Hall, Sofa, or Center Table with "X" Stretcher~~Victorian Era Renaissance Revival
Category

Antique 1890s French Renaissance Revival Center Tables

Materials

Oak

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa With Stretchers
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
new. Sofa sits above wood legs with tapered stretchers running from front to back. Sofa can be used
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Charles Hollis Jones Style Mid-Century Modern Lucite & Glass Console Sofa Table
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Lucite console or sofa table with center rod stretcher and bolted
Category

Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Rare Pair of Predictor Line Settees or Sofas by Paul McCobb 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
of loveseat-size settees / sofas perfect to split apart or use as a single 8.5-foot sofa. Turned
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Brass

Rustic 19th Century Mulberry Wood Console Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
Wonderfully unique Provincial Chinese sofa table with natural wood stretchers. Beautiful rustic
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Country Console Tables

Regency Period Sofa Table with Turned Stretcher
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
An exceptionally well figured Regency sofa table, crossbanded and with well-turned supports over
Category

Antique 19th Century British Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Stunning Paul McCobb Two-Sofa with Brass Stretcher for Directional
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Absolutely Drop Dead Gorgeous Paul Mccobb 2 Piece Sofa with Brass Stretcher . Make one Huge Sofa or
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

19th-20th Century French Long Kidney Shaped Sofa Table/Console with Stretcher
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th-20th century French long kidney shaped sofa table/console with stretcher Measures: 54" W x
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Spanish Walnut Console with Iron Stretcher
Located in Fairhope, AL
Spanish walnut console table with iron stretcher. The top is made of a single peace of walnut that
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Sofa Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Narrow Spanish Walnut Trestle Table with Iron Stretcher
Located in San Francisco, CA
Narrow Spanish Walnut Trestle Table with Iron Stretcher, circa 1800 single plank of walnut top
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Spanish Baroque Sofa Tables

Materials

Walnut

Sheraton style sofa
Located in New York, NY
A Sheraton style sofa with bleached legs and stretchers. The sofa has a single tufted seat cushion
Category

Antique 19th Century American Sofas

Materials

Burlap, Wood

Sheraton style sofa
Sheraton style sofa
H 32 in W 64 in D 26 in
Period Camelback Sofa
Located in Hudson, NY
English c 1810 Camelback Sofa mahogany taper legs with stretcher base exuberantly
Category

Antique 19th Century English Sofas

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Period Camelback Sofa
Period Camelback Sofa
H 34 in W 86 in D 30 in
Leather Kaare Klint Sofa
Located in Culver City, CA
Three seat leather Kaare Klint sofa with "x" stretcher. Original leather has a beautiful patina, no
Category

20th Century Danish Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Leather Kaare Klint Sofa
Leather Kaare Klint Sofa
H 34 in W 78 in D 28 in
Os de Mouton French Sofa
Located in Savannah, GA
A large, tight-back Os de Mouton hall sofa with ten walnut legs and stretcher. Upholstered in
Category

Antique 19th Century French Sofas

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Os de Mouton French Sofa
Os de Mouton French Sofa
H 43 in W 95 in D 28 in
Chrome and Black Leather Two-Seat Sofa
Located in London, GB
Smart 1970s chrome and black leather two-seat sofa with Pirelli stretchers.
Category

Vintage 1970s British Sofas

Chrome and Black Leather Two-Seat Sofa
Chrome and Black Leather Two-Seat Sofa
H 35.04 in W 62.6 in D 43.31 in
Paul McCobb for Directional single Arm sofa
Located in New York, NY
Paul McCobb for Directional Ca.1960 one arm sofa with Maple legs and stretcher restored in a woven
Category

Vintage 1960s American Sofas

Materials

Maple, Upholstery

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the sofa with stretcher you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, walnut and metal, every sofa with stretcher was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer sofa with stretcher, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A sofa with stretcher, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Baroque or Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made sofa with stretcher over the years, but those crafted by Directional, Paul McCobb and Edward Wormley are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Sofa With Stretcher?

Prices for a sofa with stretcher start at $1,700 and top out at $12,500 with the average selling for $4,895.
Questions About Sofa With Stretcher
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A stretcher is an essential part of a table. This support element is usually made from exposed wood and ties together vertical elements in a way that makes it sturdy enough for use as needed or desired. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Lawson sofa is characterized by a classic-shaped frame, with deep detachable cushions. The arms might be straight or feature a slight roll. The sofa is often decorated with complementary pillows to offer an extra level of comfort. Find a selection of Lawson sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cloud sofas can refer to one of two pieces of furniture. In some cases, the phrase indicates a mid-century modern couch designed by the American designer Adrian Pearsall. On social media, you may see someone reference the Restoration Hardware cloud sofa, a contemporary piece that went viral in 2021. You'll find a selection of Adrian Pearsall cloud sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    A bumper sofa is a sofa with a specific design. Usually part of a larger sectional sofa, it is a long chaise with an extended armrest. The design of the bumper sofa makes it possible for a single person to sit with their legs stretched out along the chaise or for multiple people to sit on the chaise with their feet on the floor, using the armrest as a backrest. Shop a large collection of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A Bridgewater sofa is a sofa with a low profile and low arms that are set slightly back from the front of the sofa. Classic Bridgewater sofas also feature a skirt and a rolled back. This is a simple and classic sofa that is an excellent choice for many homes. Shop charming Bridgewater sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A sofa and loveseat are two different pieces of seating furniture. The size is the most significant distinction between a loveseat and a sofa. Sofas are bigger and available in a variety of lengths, though the conventional three-cushion seat is one of the most popular. Loveseats, on the other hand, are significantly smaller and often only seat two persons. The second significant comparison between the two is the function of the seat. Sofas are bigger and hence more suited to lounging and socializing. You may sprawl out on a sofa or gather a group of friends to speak or watch a movie. Loveseats are more useful in small spaces where a larger sofa would be too large. Find a collection of antique and vintage loveseats as well as sofas today on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The sturdiest sofa is largely a matter of personal opinion. Generally, the materials of the frame greatly impact the sturdiness of a sofa. Kiln-dried hardwoods are often more durable than softer woods and engineered wood materials. Pieces featuring dowel construction, corner blocks and metal-bracketed joints are usually stronger than ones assembled with staples, nails and glue. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage and antique sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A loveseat is a piece of upholstered furniture that is smaller than a sofa. Most sofas can accommodate three or more people, while a loveseat generally seats two. Single-seat furniture like accent chairs and armchairs are also smaller than sofas. Shop a collection of living room furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Corbusier sofa is a sofa designed by Swiss-born Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, best known by his adopted name Le Corbusier. He was a highly influential architect, designer, painter, urban planner and writer whose career spanned almost five decades. With the help of Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier created a number of designs for seating, including the famous LC2 and LC3. Each couples a tubular chrome frame with soft, supple leather upholstery, lending an organic warmth to an industrially made design and is engineered using ergonomic principles to complement the contours of the human form. Find a variety of vintage Le Corbusier sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A wingback sofa or chair has extensions from the back that wrap around the sides partially creating a sort of wing that branches out of the back. Often the wings extend down and then form the arms of the chair or sofa, but not always. Shop a collection of wingback furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Togo sofa is a piece of furniture designed by Michel Ducaroy. The sofa features an ergonomic design with a simple square back, a plush seat and open arm-less sides. Upholstery shows off pleats or button tufting. Shop a range of Togo sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Howard sofa is characterized by its slightly curved sprung back, low level arms and a deep seat designed for comfort. It has been described as a timeless British classic. Shop a collection of authentic Howard sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A horsehair sofa is a piece of furniture large enough to sit two or three people side by side. The term horsehair refers to the fact that its upholstery is fabric made from wefts of hair from a horse's tail. On 1stDibs, shop a range of horsehair sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    The sofas that are the most durable are those made of premium materials using techniques that maximize sturdiness and strength. Some long-lasting upholstery options include full- and top-grain leather and tight-weave fabrics. Durable sofas often feature kiln-dried hardwood frames, hand-tied suspension systems and high-resilience foam padding. Shop a diverse assortment of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 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.