Sofa With Tight Seat
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany, Rosewood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Maple, Lacquer
2010s American Sofas
Fabric
2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
2010s American Sofas
Polyester, Maple, Down
2010s American Sofas
Upholstery
Late 20th Century Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Late 20th Century Unknown Other Sofas
Faux Leather, Foam, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Sofas
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
Early 20th Century Danish Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
2010s American Sofas
Polyester, Maple, Down
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Teak
Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas
Damask, Silk, Upholstery, Wood, Trimming, Feathers
2010s American Modern Sofas
Cotton, Faux Leather, Foam, Maple
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Teak
1990s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Bronze
20th Century Sofas
Wood, Fabric
2010s American Sofas
Polyester, Maple, Down
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Wood, Alpaca
2010s American Modern Sofas
Walnut, Wool
20th Century Sofas
Upholstery
Antique 19th Century Danish Empire Sofas
Ormolu
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Streamlined Moderne Sofas
Velvet, Wood
2010s American Sofas
Foam, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Linen, Wood, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Sofas
Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Birch
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Sofas
Cane, Wood, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Sofas
Brass
2010s Italian Sofas
Textile
Early 20th Century Chippendale Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
2010s American Modern Sofas
Velvet, Maple
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Foam, Maple, Down
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Velvet, Foam, Hardwood
20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Antique 1870s French Louis XV Sofas
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Velvet
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Late Victorian Sofas
Leather
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Sofas
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Fabric, Poplar
Vintage 1940s English Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
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Finding the Right sofas for You
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique, new 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. 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.
- What is a bench seat sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bench seat sofa is a seating system that can seat two to three people at a time. Generally, a bench seat sofa does not have a backrest. Find a collection of antique and vintage bench seat sofas on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The best filling for sofa seat cushions is really a matter of preference. Filling options include polyester, foam, and feather. While foam is the most popular sofa seat cushion filling, feathers are preferred by those who prioritize softness.
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