2010s Vitra Alcove Love Seat in Fabric by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec
By Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, Vitra
Located in Philadelphia, PA
measures 37 inches tall by 50 inches wide and 34 inches deep. The price listed is for the one love seat.
Steel
Impeccable Hamilton Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
necessity. Dimensions as listed (92 in. wide x 41 in. deep x 30 in. tall), with 15 in. seat height and 22 in
Nickel
Mid-Century Black Leather Tufted Sofa Edward Wormley for Dunbar Style
By Edward Wormley, Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
perfectly tufted. The frame is sturdy and strong, overall, absolutely gorgeous. Measurements: 25” tall x
Leather
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
Leather
Fine Quality Extra Long Carved Walnut French Louis XVI Settee Sofa 1950s era
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
99.25 wide x 32 deep x 34 tall x seat height 18.5
Walnut
Weiman/Preview 3 Piece Sectional/Sofa w/ Boucle Upholstery, Circa 1970
By Preview, Weiman
Located in Chicago, IL
Weiman/Preview boucle upholstery, circa 1970. Original with brown boucle fabric. Measures 30” tall
Fabric, Bouclé
Extraordinary 19th Century Gustavian Paint Decorated And Gilt Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
panels of curved X supports with gilt center rosettes between cylindrical tapering supports with tall
Wood
Adrian Pearsall Sofa on Chrome Plinth Base, 1970
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
. Measures 25.5” tall 91.5” long 35” deep.
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Sofa Adrian Pearsall Style Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Baltimore, MD
matching lounge chairs (sold separately). Measurements: 101.5″ L x 33″ D x 25 1/2″ T (arm 21″ Tall )(seat
Walnut, Fabric, Foam
Paradiset Sofa by Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist
By Triva, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Berkeley, CA
, Wool Measurements: 73.75″ wide x 33.5″ tall
Wool, Beech
Custom Sized 1950s Widdicomb Sofa
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
nearly tuxedo silhouette—with a low back just inches taller than the arms—creates an elegant yet
Steel
1970s five piece modular sofa in fleece + leather with reversible cushions
Located in Berkeley, CA
Chair Measurements: 27″ wide x 35.5″ deep x 28.5″ tall Corner Chair Dimensions: 63″ wide x 39.5″ deep x
Leather
Antique 19th C American Empire Curved Rail Carved Mahogany Pineapple Finial Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
unique curved frame, acanthus carvings at the posts, tall pineapple finials, rolling casters, and regal
Mahogany
Restored Child Size 3-Strand Round Full Pretzel Rattan Sofa & Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
" tall x 19" wide x 26" deep, seat height 12" Sofa: 23" tall x 45" wide x 26" deep, seat height 12
Rattan
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin style Mid-Century Blue Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Baltimore, MD
myriad of décor styles. Measurements: 106 1/4″ W x 28″ tall back of sofa x 32 1/4″ deep x 16″ seat
Upholstery, Wood
$3,600
Teddy Bear Sofa, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
. Measures 100" long, 37" deep, 27.75" tall, seat height 16.5"
Velvet
Carlo Scarpa Iroko Wood and Jacquard Velvet Cornaro Sofa for Studio Simon, 1974
By Studio Simon, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
renovation of Venice’s Hotel Bauer and designing a tall building in Padua and a residential area in Feltre
Chenille, Velvet, Foam, Wood
De sede ds 44 three seat extendable sofa in buffalo leather
By De Sede
Located in Berkeley, CA
Measurements: 73.75″ wide x 33.5″ deep x 27.5″ tall Condition: In excellent original condition with typical
Leather
Kai Kristiansen 4 Pc Danish Sofa Magnus Olesen Excellent Condition Denmark 1950s
Located in Monrovia, CA
together) 28 1/4 wide with arms (single piece) 24 wide without arms (single piece) 11 tall without cushions
Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century Curved Sofa Milo Baughman Jack Lenor Larsen Style
By Milo Baughman
Located in Baltimore, MD
) Measurements: 27″ tall x 181″ Wide x 34″ deep x seat height 17″ x arm height 22″
Upholstery
Restored Child Size Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
" Depth Seat Height: 13" Tall United States,1950 Harvey Schwartz is the leading expert in vintage rattan
Rattan
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
$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
$8,225 / item
Chemise Orange Sofa by Studio LI_DO
By MyHome Collection
Located in Milan, IT
polyester fiber. The tall backrest is tied to the base with a steel ring that adds character to the piece.
Textile
Vintage English Chesterfield Leather Tufted Sofa Brown Terra Cotta Mid Century
Located in Tyler, TX
commanding "statement piece" that will add character to your home or office for years to come! 33" tall x 80
Leather
$4,904 / item
Arquitectura-G Modular Masheb Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Arquitectura-G
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofill
Aluminum
Pinch 3 Seater Sofa Major in Comfort Upholstery with Black Base by Skrivo Design
By Skrivo Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the tall version, the sides are like walls in a room filled with comfort. Additional Info
Upholstery
Danish Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat Early 1950s
By Mogens Lassen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
taller legs indicate a production date closer to 1950 when taller legs became more popular. The sofa has
Brass
$3,851 / item
Arquitectura-G Modular Masheb Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Arquitectura-G
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofill
Aluminum
Pinch Large 3 Seater Sofa Major in Comfort Upholstery with Black Base by Skrivo
By Skrivo Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the tall version, the sides are like walls in a room filled with comfort. Additional Info
Upholstery
$6,306 / item
Arquitectura-G Modular Masheb Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Arquitectura-G
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofill
Aluminum
$9,061 / item
Arquitectura-G Modular Masheb Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Arquitectura-G
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo Bofill
Aluminum
Pinch Sofa in Super Remix 3 Upholstery with Plum Base by Skrivo Design
By Skrivo Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the tall version, the sides are like walls in a room filled with comfort. Additional right table
Upholstery
$19,435 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Polyester
1950s Italian Mid Century Corner Sofa
Located in Berkeley, CA
Measurements: 78.75″ wide x 25.5″ deep x 31.5″ tall Condition: In good original condition with vintage wear
Wool, Beech
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Polyester
$19,435 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Polyester
$19,435 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Polyester
1976 Nicos Zographos Saronis Leather & Oak Sofa from Hugh Stubbins Library
By Nicos Zographos, Zographos Designs Ltd.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
tall by 30 inches deep and 76.25 inches wide. The arm height is 20.5 inches tall. The leather is soft
Leather, Oak
Minotti “Spencer” Three Seat Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Philadelphia, PA
inches tall.
Aluminum
$15,569 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Polyester
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Polyester
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Polyester
$19,435 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Polyester
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Polyester
$19,435 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Polyester
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Velvet Modular Sofa For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Polyester
$15,569 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Polyester
2013 SM1 Sofa in Orange Leather by Shelton Mindel for Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
wear from use. See photos. It measures 61.5 inches long by 32.25 inches deep and 25.5 inches tall. The
Steel
1960s Sculptural Curved Velvet Crescent Tufted Sofa Set, 3 Pieces
By Milo Baughman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
capture the eye in any environment. MEASURES: Sofa: 31" tall X 80" wide X 31" deep, seat height 17
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
$15,569 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Polyester
European Cabinetmaker Two-Seater Sofa in Red Mohair, Europe 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
the eye transition from the body to the sofa’s legs. The four rectangular wooden legs are tall and
Metal
$15,569 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Polyester
$11,493 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Polyester
Willo Perron Sausage Sofa - Mid-Century Modern Fabric Upholstery
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Fabric
$6,000Sale Price|38% Off
French Empire Sofa Bench Settee
Located in New York, NY
(Black) with captivating carved female heads under armrest, legs terminating into animal paw feet. Tall
Mahogany
$11,493 / item
Muller Van Severen Pillow Sofa Canvas For Bd Barcelona
By Muller Van Severen
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
collective ownership —Apartamento Magazine (Nacho Alegre, Omar Sosa, Marco Velardi), Taller Bofill (Pablo
Polyester
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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