Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the strapped sofa you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A strapped sofa — often made from
fabric,
wood and
animal skin — can elevate any home. Find 19 options for an antique or vintage strapped sofa now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect strapped sofa — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each strapped sofa bearing
Mid-Century Modern,
Scandinavian Modern or
Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one strapped sofa that is appealing in its simplicity, but
Milo Baughman,
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and
Arflex produced versions that are worth a look.
A strapped sofa can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,500, while the lowest priced sells for $1,800 and the highest can go for as much as $14,500.
Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.
Styles to Know
Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa
A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.