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Entice Curved Sofa (In Stock)
By Koket
Located in Manassas, VA
Designed to tempt, the Entice Sofa's beauty and radiance captivates the eyes and body with its
Category
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Harvey Probber Nuclear Sert Sofa in STOCK
By M2L BRAND, Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Harvey Probber nuclear sert sofa upholstered in bute tiree.
Tubular legs in matte brass metal
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Curved or Circular Modular Serpentine Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
usable condition but would look great with updated fabric.
We have 2 matching sofas in stock. Each
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Le Corbusier LC2 Vintage White Leather Sofa by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This LC2 three-seat sofa in white leather was designed by Le Corbusier and produced by Cassina.
It
Category
20th Century Italian Bauhaus Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Lacquer
Le Corbusier 2 Seater LC2 Vintage White Leather Sofa by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This LC2 two seater sofa in white leather was designed by Le Corbusier and produced by Cassina.
It
Category
20th Century Italian Bauhaus Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Lacquer
Folke Jansson 'Tellus' Sofa in Blue Upholstery
By Folke Jansson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
. We currently have another Tellus sofa in stock in a dusty pink upholstery.
Please note that we
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Folke Jansson 'Tellus' Sofa in Dusty Rose Upholstery
By Folke Jansson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
. We currently have another Tellus sofa in stock in a dark blue upholstery.
Please note that we
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Artona' Sofa in Elm and Checked Fabric
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Waalwijk, NL
design. Please note that we currently have two sofas in stock.
The ‘Artona’ line by the Scarpa duo was
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Elm
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Velvet Lauriana Sofa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Dronten, NL
seating cushions. Good condition with minimal wear.
Currently we have two sofa's in stock.
Marked with
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Elegant Pair of Italian Armchairs. New Velvet Upholstery. 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
project, we also have the wide sofa in stock.
Under 1stdibs ref : LU1532223638552
Additional photos and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Beech
Robert Haussmann Hans Kaufeld / De Sede RH 302 Leather Armchair First Edition
By Robert Haussmann, De Sede, Hans Kaufeld
Located in Munich, Bavaria
different than the original cushions but still very good.
We have another armchair and the sofa in stock
Category
Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
H 33.47 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Unopiu' Synthesis Sofa Outdoor Collection - IN STOCK
By Unopiù
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Synthesis is a contemporary collection with a basic design, where the purity of the lines is conveyed through an elegant combination of teak and hand-woven WaProlace® synthetic fibre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Materials
Teak
Contemporary Lounge Sofa 'Lapis' Model E019 'in Stock'
By Amura, Emanuel Gargano
Located in Paris, FR
LAPIS sofa by Emanuel Gargano x Amura Lab
Model in stock: E019, Fabric: Ortisei (white bouclé).
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wool, Cotton
Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
Sesann 180cm Sofa
Mays Color 01 - Cat. M
Frame T07 Painted Black
Walnut T43 Feet
A reissue of a
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric
NEW Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms that
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Textile
Artifort Arris Sofa by Artifort Design Group in STOCK
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
Arris BA 402 sofa 3-seater wide arms
Fabric not standard(name
fabric/colour/supplier) Twill
Weave
Category
2010s Dutch Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Wittmann Miles Curved Sofa by Sebastian Herkner in STOCK
By Wittmann, Sebastian Herkner
Located in New York, NY
when formal sofa arrangements dominated living spaces. New and different - Miles ahead, in a manner of
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé
Artifort Mare Leather Sofa by René Holten in Stock
By Rene Holten, Artifort
Located in New York, NY
in the centre of the seat and the slender base, which runs from back to front. This gives the sofa a
Category
2010s Dutch Sofas
Materials
Leather
NEW Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Gianfranco Frattini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms that
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Tacchini Sesann Sofa Designed by Gianfranco Frattini in Stock
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Textile
Tacchini Sesann Sofa Designed by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms that evoke feelings of warmth and sensuality, thanks
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Textile
NEW Tacchini Julep Sofa by Jonas Wagell in STOCK
By Tacchini, Jonas Wagell Design & Architecture
Located in New York, NY
, refined by a contemporary, romantic, feminine allure. Star of the series is the sofa, whose generous
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Wittmann Vuelta Lounge Sofa by Jaime Hayon in STOCK
By Jaime Hayon, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
into the picture, in every respect. Vuelta Lounge is no exception: the sofa features the generous
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé
Wittmann Vuelta Modular Sofa by Jaime Hayon in STOCK
By Jaime Hayon, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
Fabric Dedar A PERFECT FLOWER.
consist of:
1-27701 Vuelta Modular
End Element left
1-27707 (Vuelta Modular
Corner Element)
1- 27703 (Vuelta Modular
Middle Element)
1- 27702 (Vuelta ...
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Wittmann Black Velvet Miles Sofa by Sebastian Herkner IN STOCK
By Sebastian Herkner, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
Miles sofa
191cm/75.25"
COM: Elitis fabric Dolce Lana WO 103-80
Soft, round, inviting, protective
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Textile
Sofa Pierre in Beige and Brown Wool by Eric Gizard in stock
By Éric Gizard
Located in MONTROZIER, FR
Organic Pierre sofa was inspired by a photographic work Eric Gizard did in the summer of 2019 in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Wool, Foam, Fabric
La Manufacture-Paris Moos Sofa by Sebastian Herkner in STOCK
By Sebastian Herkner
Located in New York, NY
MOO_COM_2
Sofa 2 seat
Upholstery in DEDAR ATLAS, color avorio 001 CAT.6
Size: W2196xD1038xH705 mm
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini in STOCK
By Mario Bellini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
of modularity is central, and is already expressed by the name chosen for this sofa system: just as
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Wittmann Leather Atrium Sofa Beds by Wittmann Workshop in STOCK
By Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
modular sofa system based on the cubic forms that fully reflected the spirit of the times, ATRIUM is also
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Leather
Tacchini Pink Julep Sofa Designed by Jonas Wagell in STOCK
By Tacchini, Jonas Wagell Design & Architecture
Located in New York, NY
ONE IN STOCK
UPHOLSTERED IN Mirabilis color 04 pink
Soft, enveloping shapes characterize this
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Velvet
NEW Tacchini Leather Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Gianfranco Frattini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Leather
e15 Kerman Modular Sofa by Philipp Mainzer + Farah Ebrahimi in STOCK
By e15
Located in New York, NY
A sculpted silhouette evoking ease and monumentality signifies sofa KERMAN which strikes a balance
Category
2010s German Sofas
Materials
Fabric
H 28.35 in W 116.54 in D 33.47 in
Hepplewhite Style Wood & Hogan Mahogany Sofa with Molded Arms; In Stock
Located in North Salem, NY
sofa that epitomizes elegance and luxury. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exceptional
Category
Antique 18th Century American Sheraton Sofas
Materials
Mahogany, Fabric, Upholstery
Montis Axel Light Blue Leather Sofa by Gijs Papavoine in Stock
By Montis, Gijs Papavoine
Located in New York, NY
friends. Enjoy a glass of fine wine or an appetizing aperitif. The AXEL is the ultimate sofa that welcomes
Category
2010s Dutch Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mahogany Wood & Hogan Hepplewhite Style Sofa w/ Show-Wood Frame, In Stock
Located in North Salem, NY
' sofa with a down feather filled buttoned cushion. This beautifully moulded Mahogany show-wood frame
Category
Antique Late 18th Century American Hepplewhite Sofas
Materials
Mahogany, Down, Fabric, Jute, Cotton, Upholstery, Maple
Montis Aztec Sectional Sofa & Ottoman by Gerard Van Den Berg in STOCK
By Montis, Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in New York, NY
Fabric: MONZA
Aztec sofa sectional consist of the following:
(1) 3-Z-AL
(1) H-30 R
(1) H-CLOSED
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
H 26.78 in W 90.95 in D 35.44 in
Artifort 070 Sofa, 2.5 Seater with Arms by Kho Liang Ie in STOCK
By Kho Liang Ie, Artifort
Located in New York, NY
Artifort 070 Sofa, 2.5 Seater with Arms
Dimensions: 207x73cm
Fabric: Kvadrat Divina 3 - Color 696
Category
2010s Sofas
Materials
Metal
In Stock Gufram, 'Bocca Unlimited' Lip-Shaped Sofa, 335-Ivory, by Studio 65
By Studio 65, Gufram Furniture
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bocca, the original 1970 lips-shaped couch is only Gufram’s. More than any other, this object of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
H 33.47 in W 83.47 in D 31.5 in
Modern Couch Side Table from Solid Sapele wood C shaped slideable table in stock
Located in Sacramento, CA
This modern solid Sapele wood slide under couch side table is a top-quality unit by Fletching
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Sofa Tables
Materials
Sapele Wood
H 22 in W 14 in D 10 in
La Manufacture-Paris Moos Sectional Sofa by Sebastian Herkner in Stock
By Sebastian Herkner
Located in New York, NY
, reminiscent of small soft cushions. I love that organic softness." Sebastian Herkner
Our sofa is inspired by
Category
2010s European Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Stock of Three Le Bambole Sofa’s in Cognac Leather, Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Voorburg, NL
Amazing stock of three Le Bambole Sofa’s by Mario Bellini in Cognac leather.
Le Bambole sofa is a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 28.35 in W 70.08 in D 38.59 in
Wim Rietveld '447' Sofa in Red Fabric 1950s
By Wim Rietveld, Gispen
Located in Tilburg, NL
Wim Rietveld '447' Sofa in Red Fabric for Gispen, The Netherlands, 1950s.
Beautiful simple and
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
1950s Style Italian Sofa in Soft Pink Velvet
Located in London, London
Unusual shaped sofa
1950s style
Soft tone pink velvet
Turned conical legs
Measures
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Antique 19thC Chesterfield Sofa in Beautiful Patinated Leather
Located in London, GB
As a Lapada dealer and furniture maker, I always have a very good selection of pieces in stock with
Category
Antique 1890s British Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Antique 19thC Chesterfield Sofa in Stunning Sunflower Yellow Leather
Located in London, GB
As a Lapada dealer and furniture maker, I always have a very good selection of pieces in stock with
Category
Antique 1860s British Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Antique 19thC Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Parchment Leather
Located in London, GB
As a Lapada dealer and furniture maker, I always have a very good selection of pieces in stock with
Category
Antique 1870s British Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Fully Restored 19thC Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Leathers
Located in London, GB
As a LAPADA dealer and furniture maker, I always have a large stock of Chesterfield sofas and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa in Walnut and Pastel Pink Upholstery
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Platform' sofa with two drawers, fabric, walnut, United States, 1960s
Adrian
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Early 19thC William IV Chesterfield Sofa in Beautiful Green Leathers
Located in London, GB
As a Lapada dealer and furniture maker, I always have a very good selection of pieces in stock with
Category
Antique 1830s British Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
1970s Selig Lucite & Leather Strap Sofa Couch
By Selig
Located in San Gabriel, CA
1970s Selig lucite frame and leather strap sofa couch. Three long nickel bars run through the
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Antique Bow Fronted 19thC Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Parchment Leather
Located in London, GB
As a Lapada dealer and furniture maker, I always have a very good selection of pieces in stock with
Category
Antique 1870s British Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Christianshavn Fabric Upholstery
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen 'Swan' Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Christianshavn Fabric Upholstery.
Established in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 31.1 in W 56.7 in D 29.1 in
Italian Modular Sofa in Striped Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Modular sofa, fabric, wood, Italy, 1980s.
This sectional sofa takes your breath away easily due to
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 3-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 3-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
Established in 1872, Fritz
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 2-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK31' 2-Seater Sofa for Fritz Hansen in Aura Leather
Established in 1872, Fritz
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
19thC Howard & Sons Chesterfield Sofa in Hand Dyed Leathers - Colour to Select
Located in London, GB
As a LAPADA dealer and furniture maker, I always have a very good selection of pieces in stock with
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 28 in W 86 in D 38 in
Bodil Kjaer Outdoor 'BK12' Lounge Sofa in Teak for Carl Hansen & Son
By Bodil Kjaer, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Glendale, CA
table - please see our separate listings. This listing is for the BK12 lounge sofa in teak.
In stock
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Teak
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 2-Seater Sofa in Teak and Papyrus Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
for the 'Virkelyst' 2-seater sofa in papyrus fabric.
In stock lead time 2-3 weeks. Out of stock
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
H 25.8 in W 55.9 in D 32.8 in
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 2-Seater Sofa in Teak and Ash Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
for the 'Virkelyst' 2-seater sofa in ash fabric.
In stock lead time 2-3 weeks. Out of stock lead
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Outdoor 'Virkelyst' 3-Seater Sofa in Teak and Papyrus Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
for the 'Virkelyst' 3-seater sofa in papyrus.
In stock lead time 2-3 weeks. Out of stock lead time
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Teak, Fabric
H 25.8 in W 82.6 in D 32.8 in
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- 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 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 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 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 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.
- 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 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.
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- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- What is smaller than a sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A 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.
- What is a Corbusier sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A 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.
- What is a Nelson sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024A 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.
- What is a Bridgewater sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A 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.
- What is a bergère sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.