Contemporary Bench 'Studio' by Norr11, Leather Spectrum Mineral
By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11
Located in Paris, IDF
Whether for a small living setting or spacious public site. Studio is defined by its bold fluted upholstery characteristics inspired by late 70s sofa styles, refined in a contemporar...
Foam, Leather
Apollo Loveseat, Sofa, Daybed, Modern, Sculptural Chrome Frame and Cream boucle
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
The Apollo loveseat comprises of a series of playfully fine, elongated metal loops, which embrace the upholstered cushion rolls together to form its long, wavy floating seat. The two...
Metal, Steel
FRAMED Nude on a Sofa original sepia ink watercolor by PAULA CRAIOVEANU
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Part of my "Nude in Interior" series. Sepia Ink, Pencil and Graphite on Paper. Original sepia ink drawing on watercolor paper. Size is 48x33cm /19x13in. Size in mat and framed 70x5...
Ink, Watercolor
Living Room set by Alberto Smania for Studio Smania From The “Marango” Series
By Smania
Located in Roma, RM
Living Room Set By Alberto Smania For Studio Smania: Sofa + 2 Armchairs + Coffee Table.
Brass
Boxing Glove, Leather Left Lounge Chair, Contemporary Design
By De Sede
Located in Paris, IDF
Whether placed in a contemporary residence, collector's interior, luxury hospitality space, creative studio, or executive lounge, the sofa immediately becomes the focal point of the ...
Leather
Sunday, Oil Painting
By Jesse Aldana
Located in San Francisco, CA
Words that describe this painting: sunlight, reading, cozy, sofa, studio, woman, interior, figure, figurative, people, modern , oil painting, yellowSundayJesse AldanaOil painting on ...
Oil
Contemporary Side table 'Flux', by LINTELOO, Dark Brown Oak
By Linteloo, Roderick VOS, Claire Vos
Located in Paris, IDF
Willow Sofas Designed by Studio Roderick Vos for Linteloo Model shown on main picture: - Dark Brown Oak --- Flux Side Table draws inspiration from Brutalism, but softens the expre...
Wood
$501Sale Price|20% Off
Reclining Nude Figure Curled Pose French Modernist Ink Drawing
By Jacqueline Boisselot
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
These may indicate the edge of a bed, couch or studio platform, although they also function as abstract compositional lines that counterbalance the rounded figure and extend movement...
Ink, Acrylic, Felt Pen
Contemporary Armchair 'Femme Deep' with White Linen by Friends&Founders
By Friends & Founders
Located in Paris, IDF
This sofa seamlessly blends sophistication with comfort, reflecting the studio's dedication to clean lines and functional beauty.
Wool, Linen, Foam, Wood
George, Raku Fired Modern White Ceramic Bust of Male Head by Pavel Amromin
Located in Chicago, IL
Amromin Exhibitions 2017 SOFA: Sculpture, Objects, Functional Art, Gallery Victor Armendariz, Navy Pier, Chicago, IL 2009 Pavel Amromin: Adventure Bound, The Clay Studio, Philadelp...
Ceramic
George, Portrait of an Older Male, Raku Fired Ceramic
By Pavel Amromin
Located in Chicago, IL
Amromin EXHIBITIONS 2017 SOFA: Sculpture, Objects, Functional Art, Gallery Victor Armendariz, Navy Pier, Chicago, IL 2009 Pavel Amromin: Adventure Bound, The Clay Studio, Philadelp...
Ceramic
Vintage 'Mole' Rosewood Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, 1957, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Sergio Rodrigues created the "Mole'' concept between 1956 and 1957 at the photographer Otto Stupakoff's request, who wanted a two-seater sofa for his studio. The sofa should have cus...
Leather, Rosewood
Dream of flying dandelions
By Evgeniy Monahov
Located in Zofingen, AG
The posing session was difficult, Polina was tired and lay down to rest on the sofa in the studio, falling asleep and having a couple of dreams while Evgeniy Monahov was making this ...
Paper, Tempera, Permanent Marker
$7,368Sale Price|25% Off
18th century, Italian Rococo Lacquered and Giltwood Armchairs
Located in IT
Its size and the large seat make it comfortable and therefore suitable for use in living rooms and studios, between sofas or in front of a fireplace.
Wood
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.
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