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The Couch (out)
The Couch (out)

The Couch (out)

By Andy Warhol

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Written on box: Couch. Couch Written on label on flap: Couch. 32 [circled] b&w, silent, 100’, 1964

Category

1960s More Art

Materials

Film

The Couch Potato
The Couch Potato

The Couch Potato

By Robert Deyber

Located in Greenwich, CT

The Couch Potato is a lithograph on paper, initialed lower right 'BD' and numbered lower left, 7.25

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

On the Sofa
On the Sofa

On the Sofa

Located in Zofingen, AG

introspective solitude, her delicate form a contrast against the vivid, textured sofa. This painting invites

Category

Early 2000s Expressionist Nude Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Archival Paper

"Woman on the Couch"
"Woman on the Couch"

"Woman on the Couch"

By Josef Zenk

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Jim’s of Lambertville is proud to offer this artwork by: Josef Zenk (1904-2000) Josef Zenk was born in New York City in 1904. After graduating from high school, he studied for thre...

Category

20th Century Modern Nude Paintings

Materials

Masonite, Oil

Double Spoon Back Sofa, Day Bed Settee  The Sofa has a Double Spoon Back
Double Spoon Back Sofa, Day Bed Settee  The Sofa has a Double Spoon Back

Double Spoon Back Sofa, Day Bed Settee The Sofa has a Double Spoon Back

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Double Spoon Back Sofa, Day Bed Settee The Sofa has a Double Spoon Back with Scroll Arms and a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Settees

Materials

Walnut

Young woman lying on the sofa
Young woman lying on the sofa

Young woman lying on the sofa

Located in Genève, GE

Stamp of the workshop lower right Work on paper Golden wood frame with glass pane 35.5 x 41 x 3.5 cm

Category

Mid-20th Century Academic Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Crayon

the couch, Photograph, Archival Ink Jet

the couch, Photograph, Archival Ink Jet

By Daniel Grant

Located in Yardley, PA

black + white toy-camera image from the series 'my affair with diana' 10x10 image size in edition of 50 (price increases as edition sells). printed on hahnemuhle bamboo sustai...

Category

2010s Other Art Style Black and White Photography

Materials

Archival Ink

On the sofa with Agatha Christie

On the sofa with Agatha Christie

Located in Cologne, DE

Dame Agatha Mary Clarissa Christie, Lady Mallowan, DBE (born Miller; 15 September 1890 – 12 January 1976) was an English writer. She is known for her 66 detective novels and 14 short...

Category

1960s Modern Portrait Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Perfect For Over the Couch (Blue)

Perfect For Over the Couch (Blue)

By K.K.

Located in East Hampton, NY

This is from the "Other People's Conversations" ongoing series. Using Text In ArtbPrinted on Metallic Paper Editioned to 15 Sizing: 36x24 $300 24x18 $200 18x12 $100

Category

2010s Contemporary More Prints

Materials

C Print

Replacement fabric coating only for the Sofa Gervasoni Ghost 10 G
Replacement fabric coating only for the Sofa Gervasoni Ghost 10 G

Replacement fabric coating only for the Sofa Gervasoni Ghost 10 G

By Gervasoni

Located in Alcamo, IT

Gervasoni – Ghost 10 G Sofa Cover White Linen – Category B The Ghost 10 G seating collection is an

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Linen

Benton on the Couch (Thomas Hart Benton Plate #28)

Benton on the Couch (Thomas Hart Benton Plate #28)

Located in Kansas City, MO

Michael Mardikes Benton on the Couch (Thomas Hart Benton Plate #28) Year: 1956, 2021 Pigment Ink on

Category

1950s Naturalistic Photography

Materials

Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Naomi on the Couch, French VOGUE, 1990

Naomi on the Couch, French VOGUE, 1990

By Pamela Hanson

Located in New York, NY

Signed by the photographer on label of authenticity

Category

1990s Color Photography

Materials

Archival Pigment

Young woman posing naked on the sofa
Young woman posing naked on the sofa

Young woman posing naked on the sofa

Located in Genève, GE

Work on canvas he work depicts a nude woman reclining on a sofa, fusing classicism and modernity

Category

Mid-20th Century Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

LADY ON THE COUCH, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
LADY ON THE COUCH, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

LADY ON THE COUCH, Painting, Acrylic on Canvas

Located in Yardley, PA

I only make original works. Each is a one of a kind so you will have the only one! My artwork is my emotions and you can see that emotions on the canvas - You can experience it each...

Category

2010s Expressionist Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Italian Mid-Century Leather Sofa
Italian Mid-Century Leather Sofa

Italian Mid-Century Leather Sofa

Located in Houston, TX

The sofa is made out of high quality leather. The back and sit of the sofa is composed from three

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Scandinavian Modern Muslinge or Clam Sofa
Scandinavian Modern Muslinge or Clam Sofa

Scandinavian Modern Muslinge or Clam Sofa

By Arnold Madsen

Located in Kramfors, SE

Muslinge sofa or Clam sofa designed in 1944 likely by Arnold Madsen. The sofa is manufactured by

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Early Biedermeier Walnut Sofa, circa 1820
Early Biedermeier Walnut Sofa, circa 1820

Early Biedermeier Walnut Sofa, circa 1820

Located in Lucenec, SK

The sofa dates from the early Biedermeier period at the beginning of the 19th century. The body of

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

Walnut

RAOUL SOFA - Modern Channeled Sofa on Brass Plinth Base in COM
RAOUL SOFA - Modern Channeled Sofa on Brass Plinth Base in COM

RAOUL SOFA - Modern Channeled Sofa on Brass Plinth Base in COM

By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz

Located in Laguna Niguel, CA

RAOUL SOFA - Modern Channeled Sofa on Brass Plinth Base in COM The Raoul sofa sounds like a

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheet Metal

Extra Large Black Leather Cabinet Maker Italian Sofa 1950's
Extra Large Black Leather Cabinet Maker Italian Sofa 1950's

Extra Large Black Leather Cabinet Maker Italian Sofa 1950's

By Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti

Located in Den Haag, NL

Extra large black leather cabinet maker Italian sofa 1950's. The sofa was ordered from Italy by

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Roche Bobois Style Denim Platform Sofa
Midcentury Roche Bobois Style Denim Platform Sofa

Midcentury Roche Bobois Style Denim Platform Sofa

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Chic mid-century modern style denim sofa in the manner of Roche Bobois. The sofa features a case or

Category

20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

2-Person Sofa From Norr11 Made With Black Leather Cushions From 2000s
2-Person Sofa From Norr11 Made With Black Leather Cushions From 2000s

2-Person Sofa From Norr11 Made With Black Leather Cushions From 2000s

By Norr11

Located in Lejre, DK

Norr11's 2-seater sofa is a unique design, created with a stainless steel frame and black leather

Category

Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rare Snake Shaped Sofa, Johannes Foersom & Peter Hiort Lorenzen, Erik Jørgensen
Rare Snake Shaped Sofa, Johannes Foersom & Peter Hiort Lorenzen, Erik Jørgensen

Rare Snake Shaped Sofa, Johannes Foersom & Peter Hiort Lorenzen, Erik Jørgensen

By Peter Hiort-Lorenzen, Johannes Foersom, Erik Jørgensen

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Rare snake shaped "pipeline" sectional sofa, design Johannes Foersom & Peter Hiort Lorenzen

Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Martin Borenstein Sofa
Martin Borenstein Sofa

Martin Borenstein Sofa

By Martin Borenstein

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sofa by Martin Borenstein, USA, c.1950s. The sofa has been newly upholstered in a beautiful Italian

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Concordia Sofa in Leather for Zanotta, Original Label
Concordia Sofa in Leather for Zanotta, Original Label

Concordia Sofa in Leather for Zanotta, Original Label

Located in Milano, IT

Beautiful sofa in black leather from the prestigious Italian manufacture Zanotta. The sofa is

Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Leather

C. 2020 House of Finn Juhl Baker Three Seat Sofa in Grey Fabric
C. 2020 House of Finn Juhl Baker Three Seat Sofa in Grey Fabric

C. 2020 House of Finn Juhl Baker Three Seat Sofa in Grey Fabric

By Finn Juhl

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Baker Three Seat Sofa, originally designed by Finn Juhl in 1951. This particular example

Category

2010s Danish Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam, Oak, Fabric

Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark 1960s
Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark 1960s

Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark 1960s

By Illum Wikkelsø, Niels Eilersen

Located in Ranst, VAN

Vintage sofa designed by Illum Wikkelsø for Niels Eilersen, Denmark 1960s. The sofa has a teak

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

Percival Lafer MP-97 Leather Sofa with Extended Headrest
Percival Lafer MP-97 Leather Sofa with Extended Headrest

Percival Lafer MP-97 Leather Sofa with Extended Headrest

By Percival Lafer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Leather sofa by Percival Lafer c.1960's, Brazil. The sofa features the original burnt rust leather

Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Hardwood

Hans J. Wegner Airport Sofa AP34/4 Denmark 1954
Hans J. Wegner Airport Sofa AP34/4 Denmark 1954

Hans J. Wegner Airport Sofa AP34/4 Denmark 1954

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Danish modern four seater sofa model AP34/4 designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by AP

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Vintage Italian Sofa Camel-Colored Leather Three-Seat, 1970s
Vintage Italian Sofa Camel-Colored Leather Three-Seat, 1970s

Vintage Italian Sofa Camel-Colored Leather Three-Seat, 1970s

Located in Milano, IT

Italian-made three-seat sofa from the 1970s. The sofa is made of camel colored leather. The

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

2020 CH402 Kastrup Two Seater Sofa by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Red Fabric
2020 CH402 Kastrup Two Seater Sofa by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Red Fabric

2020 CH402 Kastrup Two Seater Sofa by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Red Fabric

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a two-seater Kastrup sofa model CH402 with arms, designed by Hans Wegner

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

2020 CH402 Kastrup Two Seater Sofa by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Red Leather
2020 CH402 Kastrup Two Seater Sofa by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Red Leather

2020 CH402 Kastrup Two Seater Sofa by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Red Leather

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a two-seater Kastrup sofa model CH402 with arms, designed by Hans Wegner

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

19th Century Mahogany Wood Federal Sheraton Style Sofa
19th Century Mahogany Wood Federal Sheraton Style Sofa

19th Century Mahogany Wood Federal Sheraton Style Sofa

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Exquisite mid 19th century mahogany wood framed Federal Sheraton style upholstered sofa. The sofa

Category

Antique 1850s European Hepplewhite Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Scandinavian Modern Three Seat Rosewood Sofa By Selig
Scandinavian Modern Three Seat Rosewood Sofa By Selig

Scandinavian Modern Three Seat Rosewood Sofa By Selig

By Selig

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This low-profle Scandinavian Modern three seat sofa was manufactured by premiere Danish maker Selig

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Rosewood, Fabric

Kingman Sofa
Kingman Sofa

Kingman Sofa

$15,345 / item

Kingman Sofa

By Fratelli Boffi

Located in Milan, IT

A unique take on Chesterfield styles, the Kingman Sofa boasts a timeless capitonnè design. Resting

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile

Italian Sofa after Marco Zanuso, circa 1960s Divano Sleep-o-Matic
Italian Sofa after Marco Zanuso, circa 1960s Divano Sleep-o-Matic

Italian Sofa after Marco Zanuso, circa 1960s Divano Sleep-o-Matic

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Italian sofa or daybed. New upholstery vintage Bordeaux wine color mohair, brass and metal legs

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Brass

Modular leather sofa, manufactured by Durlet, Belgium, 1970s.
Modular leather sofa, manufactured by Durlet, Belgium, 1970s.

Modular leather sofa, manufactured by Durlet, Belgium, 1970s.

By Durlet

Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp

Modular leather sofa, manufactured by Durlet, Belgium, 1970s. The sofa consists of four seating

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Small Folk Art Sofa
Mid 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Small Folk Art Sofa

Mid 19th Century Swedish Antique Rustic Small Folk Art Sofa

Located in Boden, SE

A charming antique sofa from the mid-1800s. The sofa is from Boden Norrbotten, Northern Sweden

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Sofas

Materials

Pine

Biscuit Tufted Sofa by Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi Young
Biscuit Tufted Sofa by Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi Young

Biscuit Tufted Sofa by Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi Young

By Maurice Bailey

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Marvelous biscuit tufted sofa designed by Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi Young, ( It has no label

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut

Sofa by Miroslav Navratil for Drevopodnik Brno, 1960s
Sofa by Miroslav Navratil for Drevopodnik Brno, 1960s

Sofa by Miroslav Navratil for Drevopodnik Brno, 1960s

By Miroslav Navratil

Located in Żory, PL

Mid-century sofa/daybed in a simple, minimalist form. Designed by Miroslav Navratil and produced

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

2020 CH163 3 Seater Sofa by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Smoked Oak & Leather
2020 CH163 3 Seater Sofa by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Smoked Oak & Leather

2020 CH163 3 Seater Sofa by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Smoked Oak & Leather

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a CH163 Three-Seater Sofa designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

English Regency Style Waxed Cordovan Leather Case Sofa
English Regency Style Waxed Cordovan Leather Case Sofa

English Regency Style Waxed Cordovan Leather Case Sofa

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Opulent mid-century modern case sofa or tuxedo style sofa settee crafted in the English regency

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Danish Art Deco Curved Sofa Couch Green Floral Velour Velvet Upholstery, 1950s
Danish Art Deco Curved Sofa Couch Green Floral Velour Velvet Upholstery, 1950s

Danish Art Deco Curved Sofa Couch Green Floral Velour Velvet Upholstery, 1950s

By Alfred Christensen, Fritz Hansen, Viggo Boesen

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Danish smaller curved Banana form Art Deco couch or sofa made in the 1950s. The legs are made of

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

2000s Philippe Starck for Driade Aleph White Leather Royalton Three Seat Sofa
2000s Philippe Starck for Driade Aleph White Leather Royalton Three Seat Sofa

2000s Philippe Starck for Driade Aleph White Leather Royalton Three Seat Sofa

By Driade, Philippe Starck

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Royalton sofa, originally designed by Philippe Starck in 1988. These particular pieces

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

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The Couch For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the the couch you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wood and metal, every the couch was constructed with great care. There are 624 variations of the antique or vintage the couch you’re looking for, while we also have 25 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a the couch — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A the couch, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one the couch that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gerard Van Den Berg, Artifort and Montis produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a The Couch?

Prices for a the couch start at $10 and top out at $195,000 with the average selling for $4,782.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About The Couch
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A vinyl couch is a couch made from a chemical called polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which gives it a matte finish. Vinyl couches are smooth to the touch and tend to resemble leather but have less luster than a leather sofa. These couches are quite durable, lasting for many years without cracking like leather. Shop vinyl couches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are many kinds of comfortable couches-- it's really a matter of preference. on 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Modern, Art Deco, Victorian, Regency, among many other styles of couches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A camelback couch is a sofa that features a curvy back with an arch in the middle that resembles the back of a camel. Depending on the design, the hump can be very prominent or very subtle. You'll find a range of camelback couches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    An infinity couch is a sofa that consists of separate pieces that you can arrange in different ways. A modular sofa is another name for this type of seating solution. On 1stDibs, shop a range of modular sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify your couch, look for the maker's markings. Manufacturers choose different places for markings. Some will sew a label onto a cushion or mark one of the legs. Others place their markings on the underside of the frame, so it may be necessary to turn your couch onto its side to locate the marking. Once you've found it, you can search trusted online resources to find out who made your couch and then review information about that particular manufacturer to learn more about your piece's age, style and other characteristics. If you'd like assistance with the process, use the services of a knowledgeable antique dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary couches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    A sectional couch is comprised of individual pieces that can be arranged in different positions.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A modular couch differs from traditional couches in that they comprise a series of various moveable sections called modules. They generally include a wide range of options such as moveable arm pieces or chaises longues. These couches offer great flexibility as you can set each module according to your needs. Find a collection of antique and vintage modular couches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    The terms “cloud couch” or “cloud sofa” may refer to two specific designs — Restoration Hardware‘s Cloud Sofa is a plush white sofa with no hard edges and an oversized seat upholstered with goose-down stuffing. The other design known by this name is Adrian Pearsall’s low-profile Cloud sofa, one of the contributions to mid-century modern furniture design for which Pearsall is recognized today and among the initial concepts for Craft Associates, the now-legendary furniture company he founded. On 1stDibs, you will find a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary sofas from some of the world’s top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A couch table is a long, narrow table with storage space below that is placed behind a sofa and stands no higher than its back.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    A studio couch is a multifunctional sofa often used in small spaces, such as single-room studio apartments. It usually features a backless design and an adjustable frame. By sliding the frame, a user can convert the sofa into a double bed, so they can sit and sleep on a single piece of furniture. Find a large selection of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A chaise is different from a couch or sofa. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. The chaise longue is based on a modern French design and is also known as a chaise lounge. This low reclining seat, known in English as a "long chair," has an elongated design with a low back that reaches about half the length of the furniture, allowing a sitter to put their feet up and relax. Shop a range of antique and modern chaise longues and sofas from top sellers and makers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    A Turkish couch is a long, low sofa, usually composed of a very thick mattress-like cushion and a wooden frame. Some styles feature arms like traditional sofas, while others are armless. You may sometimes see this type of furniture referred to as a divan. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of couches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A small couch is called a settee. They’re common in living rooms and other shared areas because they allow you to cozy up to someone and have a conversation with them. Settees are typically small seats that can fit two or more people. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary settees from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    There are various options available for upholstery for a couch – it is a matter of preference. When selecting the upholstery, it is important to be aware of the cleanability, durability, resistance to dirt, and fading. A higher thread count ensures that the upholstery will last longer. Shop a range of antique and vintage upholstered couches on 1stDibs.
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    AutomatonDecember 16, 2021
    A very popular upholstery for couches in 2021 is 'Bouclé' fabric often utilized in a white or off-white color. Celebrity interiors and top interior designers in recent years have increased the popularity and demand for this type of fabric and now is a very hot trend that is sure to continue throughout the 2020's. We, at Automaton Modern, often use bouclé fabric on sofas by Vladimir Kagan such as the 'Cloud' sofa from Directional which curved shapes and contours are accentuated by the nubby texture of bouclé.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The fainting couch was a seating spot available to women who would faint from having their corsets on too tightly. The silhouette of the couch has a traditional backing like a regular couch with one end open. Browse a selection of fainting couches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Victorian fainting couch is a piece of furniture that has one raised end and one low end. It accommodates one person who rests their back against the high end and stretches their legs out along the seat. Today, this piece of furniture is known as a chaise lounge. Find a selection of fainting couches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    The most durable couch fabrics are cotton and linen.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024
    A couch is occasionally called a davenport when the furnishing in question is a large comfortable sofa that can double as a bed or can be converted into a bed. The name comes from a now-defunct New England furniture manufacturer, A.H. Davenport & Company, which was established in Cambridge, Massachusetts in the late 19th century. Davenport furnished the homes of the richest Americans during what we now call the Gilded Age.

    In the 1880s, thanks largely to the Industrial Revolution, the American economy started booming, and when it did, it created a whole new supply of millionaires. Firms like the Duveen Brothers supplied these families with European decor, and manufacturers such as A.H. Davenport & Company furnished their mansions. The term davenport became a synonym for any sofa that looked like the one produced by the popular Massachusetts company.

    Find vintage sofas and sofa beds on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    What you call a round couch varies. There are a few terms that can be used to refer to a couch with a round shape. They include conversation couch, center banquette couch and crescent couch. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of couches from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A couch with a bed is called a sofa bed. The sofa bed provides 2-in-1 comfort and saves you space. There is a variety of mid-century sofa beds and more on 1stDibs to meet any decor scheme.