Italian Two-Seat Sofa with Curved Armrests
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, fabric and wood, Italy, 1960s Highly theatrical sofa that features curved, upsweeping
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Italian Two-Seat Sofa with Curved Armrests
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, fabric and wood, Italy, 1960s Highly theatrical sofa that features curved, upsweeping
Fabric, Wood
Frits Henningsen Sofa in Walnut and Pink Upholstery
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
theatrical curves of the armrests. The sofa shows great attention for proportions, as well as the outstanding
Fabric, Walnut
$3,480
H 28.75 in W 72.64 in D 27.56 in
Danish Modern, 3-Seater Sofa in Red Velvet, Fritz Hansen Style, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
proportions, gently curved armrests, and refined upholstery. The sofa is fully upholstered in a deep red
Velvet, Wood
$1,144
H 29.53 in W 61.82 in D 31.5 in
Danish Mid-Century Two Seater Banana Sofa with Floral Fabric, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Modern banana shaped sofa with curved armrests, made by Danish cabinetmaker in the early 1950s. Four
Fabric
Customizable Zanotta Noah by Damian Williamson
By Damian Williamson
Located in New York, NY
Monobloc, straight and curved modular sofas with armrest or tray, pouf. Steel feet, with glossy
Leather, Fabric, Textile
$11,500 / set
H 27 in W 119 in D 38 in
Gamma Arredamenti Dandy Collection Pumpkin Orange Cloud Leather Sectional
By Gamma Arredamenti
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
armrests, the Oxer corner sectional sofa with peninsula is an ideal choice for modern areas. Manufactured
Leather, Wood
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 121.26 in D 44.1 in
Contemporary Curved White Sofa Upholstered in Velvet & Corduroy Plush Armrests
Located in Porto, PT
Contemporary Curved White Sofa Upholstered in Velvet & Corduroy Plush Armrests The Rose Sofa
Fabric, Velvet
Three-Seat Sofa from DUX
By Dux of Sweden
Located in cham, CH
This 1950s three-seat sofa with curved armrests features a teak frame and a slatted back and has
Wool, Teak
Unavailable
H 38.98 in W 74.81 in D 27.56 in
Restored Original Biedermeier Sofa Made of Walnut, Red Velvet
Located in Senden, NRW
. Features a simple but elegant design with a straight backrest and curved feet and armrests. This sofa has
Walnut
Unavailable
H 27.8 in W 29.5 in D 37.8 in
Eave Modular Sofa, Middle, Kvadrat's "Savanna" 0202 'Light Grey'
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
that overhang a wall. The sofa’s distinctive detail is its internal “eaves”, curved upholstered
Cut Steel
Eave Modular Sofa, Corner, Kvadrat's "Savanna" 0202 'Cream'
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
roof that overhang a wall. The sofa’s distinctive detail is its internal “eaves” – curved upholstered
Cut Steel
Unavailable
H 15.9 in W 37.8 in D 37.8 in
Eave Modular Sofa, Pouf, Kvadrat's "Savanna" 0202 'Cream' Pouf Only
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
roof that overhang a wall. The sofa’s distinctive detail is its internal “eaves” – curved upholstered
Cut Steel
Scandinavian 1940s Curved Sofa with Open Armrests and Maple Accents
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Stunning classic Danish curved sofa from the 1940's. In the the style of Fritz Hansen and Alfred
Wool, Maple
19th Century Swedish Sofa
Located in London, GB
A 19th century stained pine sofa, the curved armrests flanking a bevelled and elegantly wavy back
Velvet, Pine
1960s Danish Teak Upholstered Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
elements, such as tapered legs and elegantly curved armrests, lend the sofa a timeless sophistication. Each
Upholstery, Teak
Aquamarine Velvet and Dark Wood Sofa, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Aquamarine velvet and dark wood sofa, 1950s Aquamarine velvet and dark wood sofa with curved
Velvet, Wood
Sold
H 36.62 in W 59.06 in D 26.38 in
Biedermeier Sofa with antique white Linen Cover, Mid-19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Bench made of solid pine with a widened backrest and curved armrests. The sofa is newly upholstered
Fabric, Pine
Sold
H 38.98 in W 73.23 in D 25.2 in
Polished Biedermeier Sofa, Walnut, Black Base fabric, Central Germany circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Large Biedermeier sofa with thick armrests and curved sides. The sofa is veneered in walnut and has
Wood, Walnut
Sold
H 29.93 in W 83.47 in D 30.71 in
Arne Norell Attributed, Three-Seat Sofa in Black Leather and Rosewood, 1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
rosewood. The armrests are curve shaped. Gorgeous sofa that can be a center piece. We offer competitive
Leather, Rosewood
1960s Italian Bean Shape Sofa
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Curved sofa with flared armrests standing on six conical woo feet. Covered with a new blue on grey
Sweet Bamboo Loveseat by Rohe Noordwolde
By Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adorable little two-seat bamboo sofa with curved armrests, great Craftsmanship, Franco Albini
Bamboo
French 19th Century Walnut Louis Philippe Canapé
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
the canapé with brass nail heads. From its camel-back to its curved armrests, this little Louis
Velvet, Walnut
Sold
H 37.41 in W 27.17 in D 24.81 in
Early Anthroposophical Seating Group from the Property of Dirk Jan Metz
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
The ensemble includes two armchairs and a slightly curved sofa, also with armrests. The
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 35.04 in W 85.44 in D 25.2 in
19th Century Biedermeier Style Birch Sofa with Curved Legs and Armrests
Located in Madrid, ES
Elegant birch sofa/daybed from the Biedermeier period, circa 1830. Wood-cut decoration, curved feet
Birch
Frits Henningsen Sofa in Mahogany and Aqua Green Fabric
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
almost theatrical curves of the armrests. The sofa shows great attention for proportions, as well as the
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern Curved Sofa With Teak Armrests
Located in San Marcos, CA
restored and comfortable couch, recently imported from Europe to California, features organic curves lines
Teak
Dutch Midcentury Curved 3-Seat Sofa with Teak Legs and Armrests
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
This midcentury curved sofa has beautiful organic shapes. The sofa is newly upholstered with a high
Wool, Teak
1960s Couch with Folding Function, Teak
Located in Karlsruhe, DE
curved armrests. The sofa has been professionally reupholstered and newly covered with a high-quality
Teak
Eave Modular Sofa, Corner, Grey Fabric
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
that overhang a wall. The sofa’s distinctive detail is its internal “eaves”, curved upholstered
Cut Steel
Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Luscious Mohair
Located in Raleigh, NC
amazing tufting along the front and the top back of the sofa, with a broad back and broad armrests. The
Mohair, Wood
Eave Modular Sofa, Middle, Kvadrat's "Savanna" 0202 'Light Grey'
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
” – curved upholstered armrests that lend the sofa its expressive character. A perfect blend of style and
Cut Steel
Eave Modular, Corner, Kvadrat's "Steelcut 2" #160 Fabric, Grey
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
roof that overhang a wall. The sofa’s distinctive detail is its internal “eaves” – curved upholstered
Cut Steel
Sold
H 27.8 in W 29.5 in D 37.8 in
Eave Modular, Open Section, Kvadrat's "Steelcut 2" #160 Fabric 'Grey'
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
that overhang a wall. The sofa’s distinctive detail is its internal “eaves”, curved upholstered
Cut Steel
Picasso Marble Cone Side Table
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introduce monumental elegance and a grounded detail to your interior with the stunning Picasso marble CONE side table. The sculptural geometric shape of this contemporary design piec...
Marble
$1,354 / item
H 13.39 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...
Glass
$15,439 / item
H 32.68 in W 110.24 in D 40.56 in
Art Deco Sofa by Munna Design Studio with Velvet Upholstery
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
Velvet
$6,943 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Structure: Made from Poplar Burl veneer with solid oak edging, the Park Nightstand is finished with matching veneer on both the exterior and interior. The inside includes an adjustab...
Wood, Poplar, Burl
$500 / item
H 18.7 in W 13.2 in D 3 in
Manly P Hall, the Secret Teachings of All Ages, First Edition Book & 4 Prints
By TASCHEN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The classic encyclopedia of the arcane in an expanded edition. Renowned philosopher and lecturer Manly P. Hall’s masterful encyclopedia of ancient symbols, hidden rituals, and arcan...
Foil
$14,500 / set
H 30 in W 31.5 in D 33 in
Pair of 1940's Style Classic Club or Lounge Chairs in Amber Color Shearling
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful exuberant pair of new Danish modern lounge chairs of our own design. The design is inspired by the classic designs from the 1940s but with our own design variations and up-...
Sheepskin, Beech
$2,010Sale Price|20% Off
H 24 in W 56 in D 23.5 in
"Celine" Scalloped Bench in Olive Cotton Velvet by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Celine Bench, designed with a uniquely shaped scalloped back and solid oak hand-turned legs that complement its elegant curves. Perfectly sized as an end-of-bed bench...
Fabric, Oak
$17,065
H 30.71 in W 74.81 in D 34.65 in
Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Three-Seat Sofa. Wool Bouclé Fabric. Circa 1940.
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
Rare and elegant three-seat sofa model 1669 manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark, in the 1940s. Original piece from the 1940s newly re-upholstered in the traditional way by the b...
Leather, Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Faux Fur
$800Sale Price / item|47% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and honey coloured lambskin. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. M...
Oak
$8,038 / item
H 24.02 in W 22.84 in D 29.93 in
Pierre Jeanneret Kangaroo Low Armchair, Wood and Woven Viennese Cane
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bench designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1955, relaunched in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Cassina continues its study of the furniture of the city of Chandigarh and ad...
Cane, Wood
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$228,912Sale Price|33% Off
H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 201.58 in
Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
Other
Large Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful super cool Danish 1940s curved three seat sofa raised on a beech frame and legs. These type of sofas was manufactured from the 30's and up through the early 50's. This mode...
Wool, Beech
French 18th Century Louis XV Painted & Gilt Queen Bed
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A quality Louis XV Period carved and gold gilt queen bed frame. The four piece frame has classic carvings of Rococo influenced Louis XV style with flamboyant carvings and gold gilt c...
Gold
$3,710Sale Price|30% Off
H 32.5 in W 85 in D 28 in
Antique 19th C. American Empire Flame Mahogany Claw Foot Parlor Sofa Couch 85"
Located in Dayton, OH
Fine American Empire parlor sofa / couch with classical form and masterful carvings. Made of flamed mahogany featuring carved back crest and flared rolled arms accented with carved f...
Mahogany, Burl
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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