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Mid-Century Modern Italian Three-Seat "Coronado" Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B
Mid-Century Modern Italian Three-Seat "Coronado" Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B

Mid-Century Modern Italian Three-Seat "Coronado" Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B

By Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia

Located in Prato, IT

Mid-Century Modern Italian three-seat flamingo pink velvet "Coronado" sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

4-Seater Sofa Gray Leather with Silk and Leather Cushions, Sormani Italy, 1980s
4-Seater Sofa Gray Leather with Silk and Leather Cushions, Sormani Italy, 1980s

4-Seater Sofa Gray Leather with Silk and Leather Cushions, Sormani Italy, 1980s

By Sormani, Luigi Sormani and Casabella Design Miami

Located in Arosio, IT

maxi-furniture destined to the United States is a comfortable one-block sofa for a luxury villa. The

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Minimalist Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Custom Pair of Curved Sofas in Syrie Maugham Style
Custom Pair of Curved Sofas in Syrie Maugham Style

Custom Pair of Curved Sofas in Syrie Maugham Style

By Syrie Maugham

Located in Locust Valley, NY

A custom pair of two-piece curved sofas in Syrie Maugham style. A fully upholstered modern damask

Category

20th Century Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, green furniture wool, solid oak wood.
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, green furniture wool, solid oak wood.

1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, green furniture wool, solid oak wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original striped green furniture wool, solid oak wood, springs in the

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Modern Walnut Leather Sofa, The Suelo
Modern Walnut Leather Sofa, The Suelo

Modern Walnut Leather Sofa, The Suelo

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

This Modern walnut leather sofa - The Suelo® is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Green Linen and Walnut Forster Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Green Linen and Walnut Forster Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

Green Linen and Walnut Forster Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Forster sofa is a midcentury inspired sofa with a loose tufted seat, loose back cushions, and

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Walnut

Illusion Curved Corner Sofa In High Performing Ecru Velvet By Sidani Design
Illusion Curved Corner Sofa In High Performing Ecru Velvet By Sidani Design

Illusion Curved Corner Sofa In High Performing Ecru Velvet By Sidani Design

Located in NEW YORK, NY

This sofa distinguishes itself with its curved silhouette and organic back design, creating the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Art Deco Sofa / Day Bed H 363 by Halabala, 1930s
Art Deco Sofa / Day Bed H 363 by Halabala, 1930s

Art Deco Sofa / Day Bed H 363 by Halabala, 1930s

By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

Iconic elegant H-363 sofa designed by Jindrich Halabala for UP Zavody in 1930s. Could be converted

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Textile, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Curved Blue Velvet "Hindsight Sofa", 2024
Vladimir Kagan Curved Blue Velvet "Hindsight Sofa", 2024

Vladimir Kagan Curved Blue Velvet "Hindsight Sofa", 2024

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Coronado, CA

This curvy, sinuous, undulating "Hindsight Sofa" was initially designed by Vladimir Kagan as a

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Lucite

ML-90 sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Mikael Laursen, 1950s Denmark.
ML-90 sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Mikael Laursen, 1950s Denmark.

ML-90 sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Mikael Laursen, 1950s Denmark.

By Illum Wikkelsø, A. Mikael Laursen

Located in Landgraaf, NL

ML-90 sofa by Illum Wikkelsø for Mikael Laursen, 1950s Denmark. The ML-90 three-seater sofa, is a

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Oak

1960s, Danish 2-seater "Banana" sofa, red furniture velour, oak wood.
1960s, Danish 2-seater "Banana" sofa, red furniture velour, oak wood.

1960s, Danish 2-seater "Banana" sofa, red furniture velour, oak wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish 2-seater "Banana" sofa. Original striped red furniture velour, oak wood legs, brass

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Oak

1960s, Danish 2-seater "Banana" sofa, furniture wool, oak wood legs.
1960s, Danish 2-seater "Banana" sofa, furniture wool, oak wood legs.

1960s, Danish 2-seater "Banana" sofa, furniture wool, oak wood legs.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish 2-seater "Banana" sofa. Original red furniture wool, oak wood legs, brass springs in

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, green furniture velour, beech wood.
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, green furniture velour, beech wood.

1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, green furniture velour, beech wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Green furniture velour, beech wood legs, brass springs in the seat

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Extra Deep Metal-Framed Madda XL Sofa by Michael Felix

Extra Deep Metal-Framed Madda XL Sofa by Michael Felix

By Michael Felix

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Madda XL is a contemporary interpretation of the classic club chair, extended into sofa form

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Illusion 90 Degree Corner Sofa with Curved Silhouette In Burnt Orange Velvet
Illusion 90 Degree Corner Sofa with Curved Silhouette In Burnt Orange Velvet

Illusion 90 Degree Corner Sofa with Curved Silhouette In Burnt Orange Velvet

Located in NEW YORK, NY

This sofa distinguishes itself with its curved silhouette and organic back design, creating the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

1960s, 3-seater Danish sofa, green furniture wool, original condition.
1960s, 3-seater Danish sofa, green furniture wool, original condition.

1960s, 3-seater Danish sofa, green furniture wool, original condition.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, 3-seater Danish sofa. Original green furniture wool, beech wood legs. Original very good

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Sofa by Area ID, Midcentury Design, Made In USA, 100 Colors Ultra Faux Leather
Sofa by Area ID, Midcentury Design, Made In USA, 100 Colors Ultra Faux Leather

Sofa by Area ID, Midcentury Design, Made In USA, 100 Colors Ultra Faux Leather

By Area ID

Located in New York, NY

Two-tone sofa by Area ID. Custom sizes. Ultra leather from Japan, (faux), 100 colors, washable

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Faux Leather

1960s, Danish 2-seater curved sofa, original red furniture fabric.
1960s, Danish 2-seater curved sofa, original red furniture fabric.

1960s, Danish 2-seater curved sofa, original red furniture fabric.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish 2 seater curved sofa. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains, and stable

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Ligne Roset Prado Sofa and Ottomans by Christian Werner, Set of Three
Ligne Roset Prado Sofa and Ottomans by Christian Werner, Set of Three

Ligne Roset Prado Sofa and Ottomans by Christian Werner, Set of Three

Located in Rochester, England

Introducing the Ligne Roset Prado Sofa and Ottomans, designed by Christian Werner. This stunning

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Illusion 90 Degree Corner Sofa with Curved Silhouette In Black Forest Velvet
Illusion 90 Degree Corner Sofa with Curved Silhouette In Black Forest Velvet

Illusion 90 Degree Corner Sofa with Curved Silhouette In Black Forest Velvet

Located in NEW YORK, NY

This sofa distinguishes itself with its curved silhouette and organic back design, creating the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Alma 3-Seater White Sofa
Alma 3-Seater White Sofa

Alma 3-Seater White Sofa

By Zanaboni

Located in Milan, IT

Alma 3-seater sofa features a streamlined silhouette with a gently curved backrest and generously

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile

Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc '6999' Sofa in Mohair and Walnut
Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc '6999' Sofa in Mohair and Walnut

Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc '6999' Sofa in Mohair and Walnut

By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc, sofa, model '6999', reupholstered in “Bold” by Pierre Frey

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Illusion Curved Corner Sofa In Woven Jacquard Fabric w Special Marble Effect
Illusion Curved Corner Sofa In Woven Jacquard Fabric w Special Marble Effect

Illusion Curved Corner Sofa In Woven Jacquard Fabric w Special Marble Effect

Located in NEW YORK, NY

This sofa distinguishes itself with its curved silhouette and organic back design, creating the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Vintage 90" Carved Louis XV Style Sofa
Vintage 90" Carved Louis XV Style Sofa

Vintage 90" Carved Louis XV Style Sofa

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a early 20th Century Louis XV Style French sofa. The sofa is finely carved along the back

Category

Early 20th Century American Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Vintage American Art Deco–Style Sofa, Late 20th Century (c. 1980s)
Vintage American Art Deco–Style Sofa, Late 20th Century (c. 1980s)

Vintage American Art Deco–Style Sofa, Late 20th Century (c. 1980s)

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking American Art Deco–style sofa dating to the late 20th century, showcasing bold

Category

Late 20th Century American Other Sofas

Materials

Leather, Burl

1970s Mid Century Modern Chrome Sofa
1970s Mid Century Modern Chrome Sofa

1970s Mid Century Modern Chrome Sofa

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-century chrome & leather sofa designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1970s. This

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, beige furniture wool, solid oak wood.
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, beige furniture wool, solid oak wood.

1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, beige furniture wool, solid oak wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original beige furniture wool, solid oak wood. Springs in the seat

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

1970s, Danish 2-seater curved sofa, blue furniture velour.
1970s, Danish 2-seater curved sofa, blue furniture velour.

1970s, Danish 2-seater curved sofa, blue furniture velour.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Danish 2-seater curved sofa. Blue furniture velour, beech wood legs with brass plugs, brass

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Ignazio Gardella Digamma Three-seater white velvet sofa for Azucena, Italy, 1957
Ignazio Gardella Digamma Three-seater white velvet sofa for Azucena, Italy, 1957

Ignazio Gardella Digamma Three-seater white velvet sofa for Azucena, Italy, 1957

By Ignazio Gardella, Azucena

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

Three-seater white velvet sofa with metal and brass, Digamma model designed by Ignazio Gardella for

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Brass

Fried Egg Sofa Moonlight

Fried Egg Sofa Moonlight

By Hans Olsen

Located in Viby J, DK

The Fried Egg sofa is an exclusive design that features the same idiom and line as Hans Olsen’s

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, green furniture velour, ash wood legs.
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, green furniture velour, ash wood legs.

1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, green furniture velour, ash wood legs.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original green furniture velour, ash wood legs and armrests, brass

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Ash

1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, furniture wool fabric, oak wood, original.
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, furniture wool fabric, oak wood, original.

1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, furniture wool fabric, oak wood, original.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Beige furniture wool fabric, oak wood, and springs in the seat

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

British Industrial Leather Sofa
British Industrial Leather Sofa

British Industrial Leather Sofa

Located in Westwood, NJ

A modern British Industrial style triple sofa, with an Industrial exterior frame and large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Sofas

Materials

Leather

1930s, Danish 3-seater sofa, red furniture velour, furniture mesh.
1930s, Danish 3-seater sofa, red furniture velour, furniture mesh.

1930s, Danish 3-seater sofa, red furniture velour, furniture mesh.

Located in Tarm, 82

1930s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original red furniture velour, handcarved ash wood, furniture mesh

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Louis XVI Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Rattan, Ash

SURGE SOFA - Modern Sofa in Black Faux Lambskin
SURGE SOFA - Modern Sofa in Black Faux Lambskin

SURGE SOFA - Modern Sofa in Black Faux Lambskin

By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz

Located in Laguna Niguel, CA

SURGE SOFA - Modern Sofa in Black Faux Lambskin The Surge Sofa in black faux lambskin is a

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Parallel Bar Sofa, Model 57, by Florence Knol, USA, 1960s.
Parallel Bar Sofa, Model 57, by Florence Knol, USA, 1960s.

Parallel Bar Sofa, Model 57, by Florence Knol, USA, 1960s.

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Barcelona, ES

Sofa Model nº57, "Parallel bar" series, designed by Florence Knoll in 1959 and produced by “Knoll

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Timothy Oulton Soho Tufted U-Shaped Sectional Chaise Sofa 16 Ft.
Timothy Oulton Soho Tufted U-Shaped Sectional Chaise Sofa 16 Ft.

Timothy Oulton Soho Tufted U-Shaped Sectional Chaise Sofa 16 Ft.

By Restoration Hardware, Timothy Oulton

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Grand three piece U-shaped sectional chaise lounge sofa designed by Timothy Oulton for Restoration

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

1960s, Danish design by Alfred Christensen, 2-seater sofa, furniture velour.
1960s, Danish design by Alfred Christensen, 2-seater sofa, furniture velour.

1960s, Danish design by Alfred Christensen, 2-seater sofa, furniture velour.

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Alfred Christiansen

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish design by Alfred Christensen. 2-seater sofa, green furniture velour, beech wood

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Cube Sofa By André Fu Living
Cube Sofa By André Fu Living

Cube Sofa By André Fu Living

By André Fu

Located in Admiralty, HK

Description: a cubist hand-made sofa that exudes a sense of relaxed luxury. upholstered in a

Category

2010s Chinese Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Leather, Ash

Tito Agnoli 3-Seater Korium Sofa for Matteo Grassi – Black Leather
Tito Agnoli 3-Seater Korium Sofa for Matteo Grassi – Black Leather

Tito Agnoli 3-Seater Korium Sofa for Matteo Grassi – Black Leather

By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli

Located in The Hague, NL

This elegant three-seater sofa was designed by renowned Italian designer Tito Agnoli for Matteo

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Theodore Fixed Sofa

Theodore Fixed Sofa

$16,287 / item

Theodore Fixed Sofa

By CPRN HOMOOD

Located in Ponsacco, IT

This fixed sofa is a perfect fusion of comfort, craftsmanship, and timeless design. With a clean

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Textile, Wood

Vintage Fabric Sofas in Arabian Style
Vintage Fabric Sofas in Arabian Style

Vintage Fabric Sofas in Arabian Style

$5,215Sale Price / set|20% Off

Vintage Fabric Sofas in Arabian Style

Located in Milano, IT

Amazing pair of sofas designed in the 1970s, fine Italian manufacture. The sofas are very special

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal 'Vario Pillo' Modular Sofa
Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal 'Vario Pillo' Modular Sofa

Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal 'Vario Pillo' Modular Sofa

By Albert Rosenthal

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal, model 'Vario Pillo', modular sofa, Germany, 1970s This exuberant

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Custom Made Art Deco Style Sofa
Custom Made Art Deco Style Sofa

Custom Made Art Deco Style Sofa

Located in Buchanan, NY

A recently designed sofa based on a classic French Art Deco 1920’s style design. This stunning

Category

2010s American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Fabric

A 1950's Italian Bamboo Three Seater Sofa
A 1950's Italian Bamboo Three Seater Sofa

A 1950's Italian Bamboo Three Seater Sofa

Located in London, GB

A mid-century Italian rattan and bamboo sofa, beautifully crafted with elegant curves and a warm

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Sofas

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

George Smith Mohair Velvet Ottoman Sofa Banquette
George Smith Mohair Velvet Ottoman Sofa Banquette

George Smith Mohair Velvet Ottoman Sofa Banquette

By George Smith

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Monumental bespoke mohair velvet tufted sectional banquette sofa custom designed by George Smith

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Regency Sofas

Materials

Hardwood, Mohair

Fried Egg Sofa, Canvas 424

Fried Egg Sofa, Canvas 424

By Hans Olsen

Located in Viby J, DK

The Fried Egg sofa is an exclusive design that features the same idiom and line as Hans Olsen’s

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Fried Egg Sofa, Hero 481

Fried Egg Sofa, Hero 481

By Hans Olsen

Located in Viby J, DK

The Fried Egg sofa is an exclusive design that features the same idiom and line as Hans Olsen’s

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

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The Couch For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the the couch you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wood and metal, every the couch was constructed with great care. There are 624 variations of the antique or vintage the couch you’re looking for, while we also have 25 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a the couch — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A the couch, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one the couch that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gerard Van Den Berg, Artifort and Montis produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a The Couch?

Prices for a the couch start at $10 and top out at $195,000 with the average selling for $4,782.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About The Couch
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify your couch, look for the maker's markings. Manufacturers choose different places for markings. Some will sew a label onto a cushion or mark one of the legs. Others place their markings on the underside of the frame, so it may be necessary to turn your couch onto its side to locate the marking. Once you've found it, you can search trusted online resources to find out who made your couch and then review information about that particular manufacturer to learn more about your piece's age, style and other characteristics. If you'd like assistance with the process, use the services of a knowledgeable antique dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary couches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A chaise is different from a couch or sofa. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. The chaise longue is based on a modern French design and is also known as a chaise lounge. This low reclining seat, known in English as a "long chair," has an elongated design with a low back that reaches about half the length of the furniture, allowing a sitter to put their feet up and relax. Shop a range of antique and modern chaise longues and sofas from top sellers and makers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    The terms “cloud couch” or “cloud sofa” may refer to two specific designs — Restoration Hardware‘s Cloud Sofa is a plush white sofa with no hard edges and an oversized seat upholstered with goose-down stuffing. The other design known by this name is Adrian Pearsall’s low-profile Cloud sofa, one of the contributions to mid-century modern furniture design for which Pearsall is recognized today and among the initial concepts for Craft Associates, the now-legendary furniture company he founded. On 1stDibs, you will find a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary sofas from some of the world’s top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A couch table is a long, narrow table with storage space below that is placed behind a sofa and stands no higher than its back.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    A sectional couch is comprised of individual pieces that can be arranged in different positions.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A modular couch differs from traditional couches in that they comprise a series of various moveable sections called modules. They generally include a wide range of options such as moveable arm pieces or chaises longues. These couches offer great flexibility as you can set each module according to your needs. Find a collection of antique and vintage modular couches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    A Turkish couch is a long, low sofa, usually composed of a very thick mattress-like cushion and a wooden frame. Some styles feature arms like traditional sofas, while others are armless. You may sometimes see this type of furniture referred to as a divan. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of couches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    A studio couch is a multifunctional sofa often used in small spaces, such as single-room studio apartments. It usually features a backless design and an adjustable frame. By sliding the frame, a user can convert the sofa into a double bed, so they can sit and sleep on a single piece of furniture. Find a large selection of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A vinyl couch is a couch made from a chemical called polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which gives it a matte finish. Vinyl couches are smooth to the touch and tend to resemble leather but have less luster than a leather sofa. These couches are quite durable, lasting for many years without cracking like leather. Shop vinyl couches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are many kinds of comfortable couches-- it's really a matter of preference. on 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Modern, Art Deco, Victorian, Regency, among many other styles of couches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A camelback couch is a sofa that features a curvy back with an arch in the middle that resembles the back of a camel. Depending on the design, the hump can be very prominent or very subtle. You'll find a range of camelback couches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    An infinity couch is a sofa that consists of separate pieces that you can arrange in different ways. A modular sofa is another name for this type of seating solution. On 1stDibs, shop a range of modular sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are many ways to increase the height of a couch. These include adding different legs, building a sled base, adding couch risers and changing the feet of the couch to be taller.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To measure a curved couch, first measure the depth from the front to the back and the height from the floor to the top. For length, place the tape measure in one back corner and then extend all the way across to the other back corner. You may also wish to measure the width of the opening, working from the front left inner corner to the right inner corner. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of curved couches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Vacuum the velvet regularly. If a spill occurs, blot it immediately with a dry cloth. If the stain dries, you can blot it with a cloth dipped in a soap-and-water solution.But test this, or any other cleaning solution, on a hidden spot first to make sure it doesn’t cause damage. Once the fabric is dry, use a soft, dry brush to restore the original direction and loft of the pile.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    Couches made of fabric will typically last 15 years, whereas couches made of leather will typically last 45 years.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Yes, a firm couch will usually break in. As you use a couch, its padding gradually softens. How long the process will take depends on the type of padding present in the couch and how frequently you sit on your new piece. Shop a large selection of sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024
    The difference between a davenport and a couch comes down to special features. A couch or sofa is an upholstered piece of furniture designed to seat two or more people, while a davenport is a large couch or sofa that can be used as a bed or one that folds out into a bed.

    A couch is occasionally called a davenport when the furnishing in question is a large comfortable sofa that can double as a bed or can be converted into a bed. The name comes from a now-defunct New England furniture manufacturer, A.H. Davenport & Company, which was established in Cambridge, Massachusetts in the late 19th century. Davenport furnished the homes of the richest Americans during what we now call the Gilded Age.

    In the 1880s, thanks largely to the Industrial Revolution, the American economy started booming, and when it did, it created a whole new supply of millionaires. Firms like the Duveen Brothers supplied these families with European decor, and manufacturers such as A.H. Davenport & Company furnished their mansions. The term davenport became a synonym for any sofa that looked like the one produced by the popular Massachusetts company.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A single couch may also be called a settee. It is a long seat made for more than one person. Settees are typically small seats that can fit two or more people, but they aren’t as wide as couches or sofas. A settee is more intimate and offers more sitting room than an armchair. Settees often have a backrest for optimal support and are frequently upholstered. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage sofas and settees today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best sectional couch is likely going to be a matter of preference. All kinds of sectional sofas have been made over the years. A traditional sofa is typically a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people, whereas a sectional sofa consists of multiple pieces that can be arranged in several different layouts. While a conventional couch or sofa can definitely seat a fixed number of houseguests, sectional sofas allow for customizing. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique sectional sofas today.