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Vintage Mc Guire Chinoiserie Style Bamboo Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Mc Guire bamboo & rattan Chinoiserie style sofa in natural color. Very well detailed sofa
Category

20th Century American Chinoiserie Sofas

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Rattan

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

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

Harvey Probber Mid-century Modern Sofa Newly Upholstered, Brass Stretcher
Located in Miami, FL
Harvey Probber Mid-century Modern Sofa Newly Upholstered, Brass Stretcher Offered for sale is a
Category

Mid-20th Century Sofas

Materials

Brass

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

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

Swedish Mid-Century Sofa with Structural Legs, Sweden 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
, which is beautifully demonstrated by this sofa. There is a figurative and literal edge to this model
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid Victorian Walnut and Burr Walnut Stretcher Table
Located in Altrincham, GB
Mid Victorian Walnut and Burr walnut stretcher table with Architectural End Supports and Turned
Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Sofa Tables

Materials

Walnut

English 19th Century late Regency Sofa Table with Black Chinoiserie Decoration
Located in Troy, NY
Unusual, English Late Regency Sofa Table with interesting Chinoiserie Decoration on a Black Lacquer
Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Lacquer, Wood

English Late 19th Century Black Lacquer Sofa Table with Chinoiserie Decoration
Located in Troy, NY
Unusual 19th century late Regency sofa table with black chinoiserie lacquer decoration. The top
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Regency Revival Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

Period Rococo Sofa
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
A period 18th century Rococo sofa with carved decorative detailing to the top and along the front
Category

Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Sofas

Materials

Wood

Period Rococo Sofa
Period Rococo Sofa
H 40.16 in W 67.33 in D 24.81 in
Early 19th C. Biedermeier Sofa Table/Desk With Lyre-Form Trestle Base
By Josef Danhauser
Located in Morristown, NJ
Early 19th c., Biedermeier cherrywood and banded rectangular desk/sofa table. The top is above a
Category

Antique 1820s Austrian Biedermeier Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Cast Iron Cafe Table, Sofa Table with Carrara Marble
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French cast iron cafe table ~ sofa table with carrara marble is a splendid example of
Category

Antique 1890s French Belle Époque Sofa Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Cafe Table ~ Sofa Table with Carrara Marble
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French cast iron cafe table ~ sofa table with Carrara marble is a splendid example of
Category

Antique 1890s French Belle Époque Sofa Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Iron

Polished Petrified Wood Top Console or Sofa Table with Modern Metal Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
stretcher at ground level between them. Petrified wood is a fossil, which over time, becomes so sturdy and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Metal, Iron

Late 18th Century French Walnut and Acacia Wood Sofa Table with Turned Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French walnut and acacia wood sofa table with four drawers, turned legs and cross stretcher from
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Swedish Empire Revival 1870s Birch Sofa Table with Drop Leaves and Carved Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Swedish 1870s Empire Revival birch wood sofa table with drop leaves, butterfly veneer and carved
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Empire Revival Sofa Tables

Materials

Birch

Regency Rosewood Sofa Table
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Regency rosewood sofa table, the rosewood top with banded edge and two
Category

Antique 19th Century Sofa Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Regency Rosewood Sofa Table
Regency Rosewood Sofa Table
H 28.35 in W 37.01 in D 26.38 in
Chippendale Style Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
Camel back sofa in the Chippendale style with Marlborough fluted front legs braced with the sabre
Category

Vintage 1960s British Chinese Chippendale Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Diminutive Cocuswood Sofa Table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Greenwich, CT
Rare, fine and diminutive cocuswood sofa table, ex collection of Doris Duke, the top with ebony
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Diminutive Cocuswood Sofa Table
Diminutive Cocuswood Sofa Table
H 27.5 in W 20 in D 21 in
Antique Satinwood Sofa Table
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A satinwood sofa table with lovely matched veneers and tulipwood cross banding on the top; the
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Satinwood

Antique Satinwood Sofa Table
Antique Satinwood Sofa Table
H 28 in W 62.25 in D 24 in
Swedish 18th Century Transitional Sofa
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
stretcher. A fine example of a transitional sofa, between Rococo and Gustavian.
Category

Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Sofas

Materials

Wood

Swedish 18th Century Transitional Sofa
Swedish 18th Century Transitional Sofa
H 42.92 in W 70.87 in D 23.63 in
Period Rococo Sofa from Stockholm
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Period Rococo tragsofa sofa. Dating to the 18th century with decorative shell and leaf carving to
Category

Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Sofas

Materials

Wood

Period Rococo Sofa from Stockholm
Period Rococo Sofa from Stockholm
H 31.89 in W 83.47 in D 28.35 in
Chinese Chippendale Style Camelback Sofa
Located in Sheffield, MA
and stretchers and Chinese fretwork brackets top the front legs. Measures: AH=25/Sofa seat=21" d x
Category

Early 20th Century British Chippendale Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Small Georgian Mahogany Sofa Table
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Very Good Quality George III Period Mahogany Sofa Table, Of Rare Diminutive Proportions, Having
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Small Georgian Mahogany Sofa Table
Small Georgian Mahogany Sofa Table
H 28.5 in W 54 in D 22 in
1960s Danish Modern Wooden Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
This two-seat sofa was made in Denmark, circa 1960. The ivory white upholstered seats and backrests
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

1960s Danish Modern Wooden Sofa
1960s Danish Modern Wooden Sofa
H 37 in W 53.5 in D 33.5 in
English Georgian Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Vintage English Georgian style red leather camelback Chesterfield sofa with outscrolled arms with
Category

Mid-20th Century American Georgian Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Early 20th Century Carolean Style Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
and turned legs and stretcher. This is a statement sofa.
Category

20th Century Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Early 20th Century Carolean Style Sofa
Early 20th Century Carolean Style Sofa
H 55.12 in W 81.89 in D 39.38 in
Napoleon III Mahogany Sofa Table
Located in Montreal, QC
Napoleon III strongly figured sofa table of typical form, but.edged with egg and dart molding. The
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Napoleon III Mahogany Sofa Table
Napoleon III Mahogany Sofa Table
H 29 in W 44 in D 25 in
A striking Regency coromandel sofa table
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A striking Regency coromandel sofa table, of typical rectangular form with two rounded flaps, each
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

A striking Regency coromandel sofa table
A striking Regency coromandel sofa table
H 27.5 in W 54.5 in D 26 in
18th Century Rustic Sofa Table ~ Console
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century Rustic Sofa Table ~ Console is the perfect choice to provide a surface behind the
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Romanian Rustic Sofa Tables

Materials

Oak

18th Century Rustic Sofa Table ~ Console
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century Rustic Sofa Table ~ Console is the perfect choice to provide a surface behind the
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Romanian Rustic Sofa Tables

Materials

Oak

Regency Sofa Table Mahogany Antique Furniture
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Mahogany Sofa table with crossbanded edging and 2 drawers either side Nice designs to the
Category

Vintage 1980s Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Large French Neo-Baroque Style Sofa
Located in Buchanan, NY
An impressive French 19th century Neo-Baroque style sofa measuring 98" in length. The sofa is
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Large French Neo-Baroque Style Sofa
Large French Neo-Baroque Style Sofa
H 44 in W 97.5 in D 32 in
Børge Mogensen Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Modern. Specs: Wood, leather. Condition: This Børge Mogensen sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik is
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Early 19th Century Satinwood Sofa Table
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th Century satinwood sofa / occasional table, having a nice figured inlaid top with a
Category

Antique 1840s British William IV Sofa Tables

Materials

Satinwood

Small Regency Sofa Table in Mahogany
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
SN1181 Good quality, Regency, drop leaf, mahogany, sofa table of small proportions, having round
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Small Regency Sofa Table in Mahogany
Small Regency Sofa Table in Mahogany
H 29.14 in W 25.99 in D 21.26 in
Regency Sofa Table, by John McLean
By John Mclean
Located in Westwood, NJ
A fine English Regency rosewood and satinwood cross-banded sofa table, with D form drop leaf ends
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Brass

Regency Sofa Table, by John McLean
Regency Sofa Table, by John McLean
H 28.75 in W 35 in D 25.25 in
Camelback Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Style Sofa
Located in Asheville, NC
Nicely shaped Chippendale style camelback sofa, scooped back scrolled arms, mahogany base with
Category

Early 20th Century British Chippendale Sofas

Materials

Mahogany, Fabric, Upholstery

Russian Empire period Walnut Sofa Table
Located in Montreal, QC
This beautiful table is probably Russian, We describe it as a sofa table but it might equally be
Category

Antique 19th Century Russian Empire Sofa Tables

Materials

Walnut

Borge Mogensen Oak Sofa for Fredericia Stolefabrik
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Superb four seat solid oak sofa model 2219 from Danish designer Borge Mogensen. Made by Fredericia
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Exceptional Regency Sofa Table in Rosewood
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn3601, exceptional brass inlaid, Regency sofa table in rosewood, having stunning figured and brass
Category

Antique 1820s English Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Exceptional Regency Sofa Table in Rosewood
Exceptional Regency Sofa Table in Rosewood
H 28.75 in W 37.41 in D 27.96 in
Regency Mahogany And Satinwood Sofa Table
Located in Essex, MA
and two false drawers on the reverse. Raised on a trestle base with stretcher and terminating on saber
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century George III Gainsborough Sofa
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th Century George III Gainsborough camelback sofa with scrolled arms, raised over six
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Irish George III Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

George III Mahogany Sofa Table, circa 1785
Located in Lincoln, GB
George III mahogany sofa table, circa 1785 A fine George III figured mahogany sofa table. The
Category

Antique 1780s European George III Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany

George III Mahogany Sofa Table, circa 1785
George III Mahogany Sofa Table, circa 1785
H 27.96 in W 61.42 in D 25.99 in
Antique Rustic Country French Whitewashed Sofa Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Rustic Country French Whitewashed Sofa Table is of a classic design and features a
Category

Early 20th Century French Rustic Sofa Tables

Materials

Oak

19th Century Howard & Sons Grantley Sofa c1880
By Howard and Sons
Located in Batley, GB
A superb 19th century Howard & Sons Grantley sofa. Raised on Howards uniquely hand turned walnut
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Sofas

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Howard & Sons Grantley Sofa c1880
19th Century Howard & Sons Grantley Sofa c1880
H 39.38 in W 74.81 in D 32.29 in
English Chippendale Mahogany Needlepoint Sofa, Circa 1780
Located in Hollywood, SC
English Chippendale mahogany sofa with serpentine back, flanking scrolled arms, floral needlepoint
Category

Antique 1780s English Chippendale Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Gorgeous 19th Century Occasional or Sofa Table
Located in Dublin, IE
A gorgeous 19th century mahogany and fruitwood occasional or sofa table of neat proportions, finely
Category

Antique 19th Century English Sofa Tables

Materials

Brass

Regency Rosewood Sofa Table by William Wilkinson
By William Wilkinson
Located in Castle Douglas, GB
Regency rosewood sofa table by William Wilkinson. The well figured rectangular top, with folding
Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Regency Rosewood Sofa Table by William Wilkinson
Regency Rosewood Sofa Table by William Wilkinson
H 28.75 in W 35.44 in D 25.99 in
Fine Floral Custom Upholstered Camel Back Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A classic Camel Back Sofa with wide scrolled arms and raised on four carved tapering square front
Category

20th Century American Classical Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

English Regency Brass Inlaid Rosewood Sofa Table
By George Oakley
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very fine English Regency rosewood sofa table circa 1820 with satinwood crossbanding and brass
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Brass

Regency Ebonized and Gilt Rosewood Sofa Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine English Regency period rosewood sofa table, the top with vividly grained rosewood with wide
Category

Antique 19th Century British Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Satinwood, Giltwood

Regency Ebonized and Gilt Rosewood Sofa Table
Regency Ebonized and Gilt Rosewood Sofa Table
H 28.75 in W 35.5 in D 26.75 in
Early 19th Century English Regency Sofa Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a stunning early 19th century English Regency sofa table. Made from flamed mahogany
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sofa Tables

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Edwardian Oak Drop-leaf Sofa Table
Located in Crawley, GB
Beautifull Edwardian oak Sofa Table is in Great Condition having a Cross banded Inlay and Readed
Category

20th Century British Edwardian Sofa Tables

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Edwardian Oak  Drop-leaf Sofa Table
Beautiful Edwardian Oak  Drop-leaf Sofa Table
H 29.53 in W 36.23 in D 23.23 in
20th Century George III Style Upholstered Humpback Sofa
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An elegant 20th century, George III style, upholstered humpback sofa. Finely upholstered with
Category

Late 20th Century British George III Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Gondola Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, 1950s
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
hardware. It has four cylindrical walnut legs with elegant chrome stretchers. This sofa retains its
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Chippendale Style Burgundy Leather Camelback Button Tufted Sofa
Located in New York, NY
English Georgian style (20th century) burgundy leather camel-back button tufted chesterfield sofa
Category

20th Century English Chippendale Sofas

Materials

Brass

George III Style Mahogany and Needlepoint Sofa
Located in Essex, MA
square section legs with stretchers. A Classic form with colorful hand done needlepoint and petit point.
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

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Sofa With Stretcher For Sale on 1stDibs

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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.