Vintage Boho Charles Beckley Daybed in Peter Fasano “Angelina”
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Generously sized for versatility, this daybed measures 41 inches wide, 74 inches deep (mattress length), and 32 inches tall at the back, with a comfortable front seat height of 21 in...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
$2,730Sale Price / item|40% Off
Modernist 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel "Kauai" 3 Seat Rattan Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
We will message after purchase about fabric choices. Measurements: 35" Tall X 81" Wide X 38" Deep Seat Height: 18" Tall United States, 1990 Also available in any quantity are matc...
Rattan
1960s Style Sofa Sectional Tapered Legs Aqua Green Crushed Velvet Upholstery
Located in Monrovia, CA
Dimensions For Piece 1 - 72 Inches Long by 33.5 Inches Tall by 37 Inches Deep by 18 Inches Seat Height.
Upholstery, Wood
1960s Percival Lafer Large Sofa Frame Jacaranda Rosewood Brazil
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Attribution Percival Lafer 25.5 tall x 73 wide front 71.5 back, 37 d, Seat without cushion, 10 tall.
Rosewood
$3,265Sale Price / item|40% Off
Modernist 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel "Kauai" 3 Seat Rattan Sofa Sleeper Bed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
We will message after purchase about fabric choices. Measurements: 30" Tall X 80" Wide X 34" Deep Seat height: 21" (floor to top of seat cushion) Seat depth: 25" (with back cushion ...
Rattan
Gerhard Berg "Varia" Modular Three Seat Sofa
By Vatne Møbler
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Norway Designer: Gerhard Berg Manufacturer: Vatne Møbelfabrik Era: 1950s Materials: Oak, Wool Measurements: 66.5" wide x 28" deep x 31" tall
Wool, Oak
Pair available Vladimir Kagan for Grosfeld House rare four-seat curved sofa
By Vladimir Kagan, Grosfeld House
Located in South Charleston, WV
Within the photo is a large prototype coffee table (78 x 48) we built that shows how well this set could work with an ideal table. 97" wide, 28." tall and 32" deep (with curvature ...
Aluminum
2010s Vitra Alcove Love Seat in Fabric by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec
By Vitra, Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The love seat measures 37 inches tall by 50 inches wide and 34 inches deep. The price listed is for the one love seat.
Steel
Vintage 1960's Overman Pod
Located in Dallas, TX
Overman Sweden mid-century modern white vinyl couch, "Pod Sofa" approx. 30" tall, 78" wide, & 25" deep. Item has chrome legs w/ oxidation.
Leather
Impeccable Hamilton Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions as listed (92 in. wide x 41 in. deep x 30 in. tall), with 15 in. seat height and 22 in. armrest height.
Nickel
Weiman/Preview 3 Piece Sectional/Sofa w/ Boucle Upholstery, Circa 1970
By Weiman, Preview
Located in Chicago, IL
Original with brown boucle fabric. Measures 30” tall 120” long 90” deep at long end 34” deep from arm to front, seat height 17” seat depth 23”
Fabric, Bouclé
Mid-Century Black Leather Tufted Sofa Edward Wormley for Dunbar Style
By Edward Wormley, Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
The frame is sturdy and strong, overall, absolutely gorgeous. Measurements: 25” tall x 94″ wide x 33″ deep x 15” seat height x 22″ seat depth
Leather
Adrian Pearsall Sofa on Chrome Plinth Base, 1970
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Original upholstery and new chrome plinth base. Measures 25.5” tall 91.5” long 35” deep.
Chrome
Extraordinary 19th Century Gustavian Paint Decorated And Gilt Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The sides and back with carved openwork panels of curved X supports with gilt center rosettes between cylindrical tapering supports with tall gilt leafy bases. Raised on tapering cyl...
Wood
Paradiset Sofa by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist
By Triva, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden Designer: Kirsten Horlin-Holmquist Manufacturer: Triva Era: 1950s Materials: Beech, Wool Measurements: 73.75″ wide x 33.5″ tall
Wool, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Sofa Adrian Pearsall Style Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Baltimore, MD
Measurements: 101.5″ L x 33″ D x 25 1/2″ T (arm 21″ Tall )(seat 17.5″ T)
Walnut, Fabric, Foam
1970s five piece modular sofa in fleece + leather with reversible cushions
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Germany Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1970s Materials: Leather, Fleece Side Chair Measurements: 27″ wide x 35.5″ deep x 28.5″ tall Corner Chair Dimensions: 63...
Leather
Custom Sized 1950s Widdicomb Sofa
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Its nearly tuxedo silhouette—with a low back just inches taller than the arms—creates an elegant yet approachable profile that feels both timeless and contemporary.
Steel
Antique 19th C American Empire Curved Rail Carved Mahogany Pineapple Finial Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Item features a unique curved frame, acanthus carvings at the posts, tall pineapple finials, rolling casters, and regal green silk upholstery.
Mahogany
$4,497Sale Price / set|40% Off
Restored Child Size 3-Strand Round Full Pretzel Rattan Sofa & Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
-Dimensions- Chairs: 23" tall x 19" wide x 26" deep, seat height 12" Sofa: 23" tall x 45" wide x 26" deep, seat height 12" United States, 1950 Harvey Schwartz is the leading expert...
Rattan
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin style Mid-Century Blue Sofa
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Baltimore, MD
Measurements: 106 1/4″ W x 28″ tall back of sofa x 32 1/4″ deep x 16″ seat height x arm height 19″
Upholstery, Wood
De sede ds 44 three seat extendable sofa in buffalo leather
By De Sede
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Switzerland Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: De Sede Era: 1970s Materials: Buffalo Leather Measurements: 73.75″ wide x 33.5″ deep x 27.5″ tall Condition: In excellent origina...
Leather
Kai Kristiansen 4 Pc Danish Sofa Magnus Olesen Excellent Condition Denmark 1950s
Located in Monrovia, CA
approx 9 foot sofa (all 4 pieces together) 28 1/4 wide with arms (single piece) 24 wide without arms (single piece) 11 tall without cushions 17 tall with cushions 27 1/4 tall back 28...
Upholstery, Wood
Carlo Scarpa Iroko Wood and Jacquard Velvet Cornaro Sofa for Studio Simon, 1974
By Studio Simon, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
After 1945, Carlo Scarpa was constantly busy with new commissions, including various furnishings and designs for the renovation of Venice’s Hotel Bauer and designing a tall building ...
Chenille, Velvet, Foam, Wood
$3,640Sale Price / set|20% Off
Lovely 2 Piece Marge Carson Curved Tufted Back Sofa Sectional Mid-Century Modern
By Marge Carson
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Measures approximately 99” w x 36” d x 29” tall.
Upholstery
Vintage English Chesterfield Leather Tufted Sofa Brown Terra Cotta Mid Century
Located in Tyler, TX
A commanding "statement piece" that will add character to your home or office for years to come! 33" tall x 80" wide x 38" deep Seat height from floor is 17" tall Seat depth is 26...
Leather
$8,225 / item
Chemise Orange Sofa by Studio LI_DO
By MyHome Collection
Located in Milan, IT
A statement piece for any modern interior, its embracing, sinuous lines are supported with a wooden structure covered with polyurethane foam and polyester fiber. The tall backrest is...
Textile
Mid Century Curved Sofa Milo Baughman Jack Lenor Larsen Style
By Milo Baughman
Located in Baltimore, MD
Four of the individual separate sections measures (61″ wide x 34″ deep), one individual separate section in the middle measures (26″ wide x 34″ deep) Measurements: 27″ tall x 181″ W...
Upholstery
$4,316Sale Price / set|40% Off
Restored Child Size Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Dimensions: 31.2" Height x 28.8" Width x 21.6" Depth Seat Height: 13" Tall United States,1950 Harvey Schwartz is the leading expert in vintage rattan and the author of "Rattan Furn...
Rattan
$6,220Sale Price|40% Off
Restored Paul Frankl Style Six-Strand Square Pretzel Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
-Dimensions- Sofa: 34" tall X 81" wide X 36" deep, seat height 16 MARCSS
Rattan
Danish Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat Early 1950s
By Mogens Lassen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
This sofa has slightly more straight backrest and the brass capped taller legs indicate a production date closer to 1950 when taller legs became more popular.
Brass
Pinch 3 Seater Sofa Major in Comfort Upholstery with Black Base by Skrivo Design
By Skrivo Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The structures of Pinch sofas and armchairs literally “pinch” the backrests and armrests: the volumes are redistributed and the padding takes on a full, soft and welcoming appearance...
Upholstery
Pinch Large 3 Seater Sofa Major in Comfort Upholstery with Black Base by Skrivo
By Skrivo Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The structures of Pinch sofas and armchairs literally “pinch” the backrests and armrests: the volumes are redistributed and the padding takes on a full, soft and welcoming appearance...
Upholstery
1950s Italian Mid Century Corner Sofa
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Italy Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1950s Materials: Wool, Beech Measurements: 78.75″ wide x 25.5″ deep x 31.5″ tall Condition: In good original condition wit...
Wool, Beech
$4,904 / item
Arquitectura-G Modular Masheb Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Arquitectura-G
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
We are an international design company run by a collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofill, Ricardo Bofill, Luna...
Aluminum
Pinch Sofa in Super Remix 3 Upholstery with Plum Base by Skrivo Design
By Skrivo Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The structures of Pinch sofas and armchairs literally “pinch” the backrests and armrests: the volumes are redistributed and the padding takes on a full, soft and welcoming appearance...
Upholstery
$3,851 / item
Arquitectura-G Modular Masheb Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Arquitectura-G
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
We are an international design company run by a collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofill, Ricardo Bofill, Luna...
Aluminum
1976 Nicos Zographos Saronis Leather & Oak Sofa from Hugh Stubbins Library
By Zographos Designs Ltd., Nicos Zographos
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The sofa measures 30 inches tall by 30 inches deep and 76.25 inches wide. The arm height is 20.5 inches tall.
Leather, Oak
Minotti “Spencer” Three Seat Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The sofa measures 80 inches long by 34 inches deep and 32 inches tall.
Aluminum
$6,306 / item
Arquitectura-G Modular Masheb Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Arquitectura-G
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
We are an international design company run by a collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofill, Ricardo Bofill, Luna...
Aluminum
$9,061 / item
Arquitectura-G Modular Masheb Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Arquitectura-G
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
We are an international design company run by a collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofill, Ricardo Bofill, Luna...
Aluminum
1960s Sculptural Curved Velvet Crescent Tufted Sofa Set, 3 Pieces
By Milo Baughman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Chair: 31" tall X 30" wide X 31" deep, seat height 17".
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
$19,435 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
About The Manufacturer: We are an international design company run by a collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofi...
Polyester
2013 SM1 Sofa in Orange Leather by Shelton Mindel for Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
It measures 61.5 inches long by 32.25 inches deep and 25.5 inches tall. The seat height is 15.5 inches and arm height is 25.5 inches.
Steel
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
About The Manufacturer: We are an international design company run by a collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofi...
Polyester
$19,435 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
About The Manufacturer: We are an international design company run by a collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofi...
Polyester
$6,000Sale Price|38% Off
French Empire Sofa Bench Settee
Located in New York, NY
Ebonized mahogany frame, French polished (Black) with captivating carved female heads under armrest, legs terminating into animal paw feet. Tall back offers excellent support having...
Mahogany
$15,569 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
About The Manufacturer: We are an international design company run by a collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofi...
Polyester
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
About The Manufacturer: We are an international design company run by a collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofi...
Polyester
1960's Knut Saeter Rosewood Sofa for Vatne Mobler Norway New Black Upholstery
By Hans Olsen, Vatne Møbler
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The sofa measures 88 inches in length by 28.5 inches tall and 30 inches in depth.
Faux Leather, Rosewood
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
About The Manufacturer: We are an international design company run by a collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofi...
Polyester
$19,435 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
About The Manufacturer: We are an international design company run by a collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofi...
Polyester
$15,569 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
About The Manufacturer: We are an international design company run by a collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofi...
Polyester
$19,435 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
About The Manufacturer: We are an international design company run by a collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofi...
Polyester
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
About The Manufacturer: We are an international design company run by a collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofi...
Polyester
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
About The Manufacturer: We are an international design company run by a collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofi...
Polyester
Gilt Chinoiserie Sofa Couch Loveseat by Broyhill and Lenoir Chair Company
By Broyhill
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Dimensions: 63" Wide 35" Deep 18" Seat Height 28" Tall Arms
Fabric, Wood
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique 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. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. 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.
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