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Stickley Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Sofa with Burgundy Leather Upholstery
Stickley Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Sofa with Burgundy Leather Upholstery

Stickley Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Sofa with Burgundy Leather Upholstery

By Stickley Brothers

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This vintage Arts & Crafts sofa by Stickley exemplifies the brand’s celebrated commitment to

Category

Vintage 1980s Arts and Crafts Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

Rare Sofa by Greta Grossman
Rare Sofa by Greta Grossman

Rare Sofa by Greta Grossman

By Sherman Bertram, Greta Magnusson Grossman

Located in San Francisco, CA

Rare Sofa by Greta Grossman for The Sherman Bertram Company. USA, 1952 A rare and collectible

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Iron

Giancarlo Piretti “Sistema 61" Modular Sofa
Giancarlo Piretti “Sistema 61" Modular Sofa

Giancarlo Piretti “Sistema 61" Modular Sofa

By Giancarlo Piretti, Castelli

Located in Chicago, IL

connects and disconnects using u-hooks that connect beneath the sofa. This piece is in excellent condition

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Wool

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Serpentine Sofa, 1970s Modernist Design, USA 1970
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Serpentine Sofa, 1970s Modernist Design, USA 1970

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Serpentine Sofa, 1970s Modernist Design, USA 1970

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage large serpentine sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional in the 1970s. This

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Kore Wooden Legs Small Gray Sofa
Kore Wooden Legs Small Gray Sofa

Kore Wooden Legs Small Gray Sofa

By Zanaboni

Located in Milan, IT

The ED/50 085 Kore small sofa features a compact design ideal for intimate spaces. Upholstered in

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile

Vittorio Introini for Saporiti leather sofa, 1970s, Italy
Vittorio Introini for Saporiti leather sofa, 1970s, Italy

Vittorio Introini for Saporiti leather sofa, 1970s, Italy

By Vittorio Introini, Saporiti

Located in Nagykovácsi, Central Hungary

a small crack, but the sofa is fully functional and stable. Shows normal wear consistent with age

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Liceu de Artes e Oficios lounge sofa Brazil 1955
Liceu de Artes e Oficios lounge sofa Brazil 1955

Liceu de Artes e Oficios lounge sofa Brazil 1955

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Super rare sculptural lounge sofa designed and made by Liceu de Artes e Oficios, Brazil 1955. The

Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Rosewood

Baroque-style three-seater Sofa, 2nd Half 19th Century
Baroque-style three-seater Sofa, 2nd Half 19th Century

Baroque-style three-seater Sofa, 2nd Half 19th Century

Located in Greding, DE

A Baroque-style three-seater sofa crafted from walnut in the 2nd half 19th century. The curved

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Baroque Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Abyss Sofa Channeling Deep Tufted Metal Legs Black Custom
Abyss Sofa Channeling Deep Tufted Metal Legs Black Custom

Abyss Sofa Channeling Deep Tufted Metal Legs Black Custom

Located in Ridgewood, NY

Asymmetrical contours of the Abyss sofa allow your eyes to roam to and from each of its unique ends

Category

2010s American Other Sofas

Materials

Fabric

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Cherry Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Cherry Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Cherry Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.

Located in Vienna, AT

Hello, This very rare and elegant Biedermeier cherry sofa was made in Vienna circa 1820-25

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry

"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Gray Linen and Wood Feet
"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Gray Linen and Wood Feet

"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Gray Linen and Wood Feet

By Studio Marta Manente

Located in Centro, RS

The Flag Couch is a smart and multifunctional piece. The couch has a cushion built into the seat

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Winged Sofa with Tall Back and Loose Cushions
Winged Sofa with Tall Back and Loose Cushions

Winged Sofa with Tall Back and Loose Cushions

By Jhon Ortiz

Located in Greenwich, CT

A sleek and modern sofa featuring a tall tight back design with three loose cushions. The sofa

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Italian Mid-Century Three-Seater Gray Velvet Sofa, Radice Style, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Three-Seater Gray Velvet Sofa, Radice Style, 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Three-Seater Gray Velvet Sofa, Radice Style, 1950s

By Gigi Radice, Guglielmo Ulrich

Located in Buccinasco, MI

Elegant and refined Italian Mid-Century three-seater sofa from the 1950s, designed in the style of

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass, Iron

Modular 4-seater Fiandra sofa in cream fabric by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Modular 4-seater Fiandra sofa in cream fabric by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Modular 4-seater Fiandra sofa in cream fabric by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in amstelveen, NL

Fiandra sofa, Vico Magistretti, Cassina, 1975 This elegant and understated sofa was designed by

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Linen, Jute

Cassina Refolo 514 Sofa
Cassina Refolo 514 Sofa

Cassina Refolo 514 Sofa

By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Rochester, England

The Cassina Refolo 514 sofa is a refined example of Italian design, created by the renowned brand

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Natural Linen and Wood Feet
"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Natural Linen and Wood Feet

"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Natural Linen and Wood Feet

By Studio Marta Manente

Located in Centro, RS

The Flag Couch is a smart and multifunctional piece. The couch has a cushion built into the seat

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

1960s, Danish 4-seater sofa, original light green furniture velour.
1960s, Danish 4-seater sofa, original light green furniture velour.

1960s, Danish 4-seater sofa, original light green furniture velour.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish 4-seater sofa. Original light green furniture velour, ash wood legs, springs in the

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Ash

Black Leather Three-Seater Sofa
Black Leather Three-Seater Sofa

Black Leather Three-Seater Sofa

Located in London, GB

This large three-seater sofa is a definitive expression of Scandinavian Mid-Century Modernism

Category

Mid-20th Century Sofas

Materials

Leather

1980s Mid Century Chrome Sofa
1980s Mid Century Chrome Sofa

1980s Mid Century Chrome Sofa

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This striking mid-century modern curved sofa is a true statement piece, blending sculptural form

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Cassette L2070 Sofa Grey Oiled Oak CAT1 By Established & Sons
Cassette L2070 Sofa Grey Oiled Oak CAT1 By Established & Sons

Cassette L2070 Sofa Grey Oiled Oak CAT1 By Established & Sons

By Established & Sons

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

a statement two and three-seater sofa that is also a welcoming retreat. The wide panels of the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Sofas

Materials

Oak

Cassette L1650 Sofa Black Oiled Oak CAT1 by Established & Sons
Cassette L1650 Sofa Black Oiled Oak CAT1 by Established & Sons

Cassette L1650 Sofa Black Oiled Oak CAT1 by Established & Sons

By Established & Sons

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

a statement two and three-seater sofa that is also a welcoming retreat. The wide panels of the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Sofas

Materials

Oak

Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut Sofa with New Upholstery
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut Sofa with New Upholstery

Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut Sofa with New Upholstery

Located in Darmstadt, DE

This elegant Biedermeier sofa from Southern Germany, dating from around 1825, represents the very

Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Spruce, Walnut

Cusco Three Pieces Sofa
Cusco Three Pieces Sofa

Cusco Three Pieces Sofa

By Carpanese Home Italia

Located in Milan, IT

The three-seater modular sofa is distinguished by different compositions that characterized every

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile

1950's Organic Design Sofa Restored with New Faux Sheepskin Upholstery
1950's Organic Design Sofa Restored with New Faux Sheepskin Upholstery

1950's Organic Design Sofa Restored with New Faux Sheepskin Upholstery

By Fritz Neth

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

A beautiful organic shaped 1950's sofa fully restored with love This sofa was purchased from an

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Unusual Scandinavian Teak Bentwood Designer Sofa Mid-Century Modern
Unusual Scandinavian Teak Bentwood Designer Sofa Mid-Century Modern

Unusual Scandinavian Teak Bentwood Designer Sofa Mid-Century Modern

By Niels Eilersen

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Unusual Scandinavian Bentwood sofa. We just love the bentwood arms and the way the sofa is

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Slide Design Amélie Duetto Sofa in Glamour Black by Italo Pertichini
Slide Design Amélie Duetto Sofa in Glamour Black by Italo Pertichini

Slide Design Amélie Duetto Sofa in Glamour Black by Italo Pertichini

By Slide

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Italo Pertichini presents Amélie Duetto, a sofa that belongs to Amélie Collection. The love seats

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Plastic

Slide Design Amélie Duetto Sofa in Jet Black by Italo Pertichini
Slide Design Amélie Duetto Sofa in Jet Black by Italo Pertichini

Slide Design Amélie Duetto Sofa in Jet Black by Italo Pertichini

By Slide

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Italo Pertichini presents Amélie Duetto, a sofa that belongs to Amélie Collection. The love seats

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Plastic

Scandinavian Midcentury Sofa by Carl Gustav Hiort af Ornäs
Scandinavian Midcentury Sofa by Carl Gustav Hiort af Ornäs

Scandinavian Midcentury Sofa by Carl Gustav Hiort af Ornäs

By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs

Located in Karlstad, SE

Three-seat sofa model "Trienna" by Carl Gustav Hiort af Ornäs, 1950s. Stunning sofa made of oak

Category

20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

"Bovenkamp" Wingback Sofa Design by Aksel Bender Madsen, 1960s
"Bovenkamp" Wingback Sofa Design by Aksel Bender Madsen, 1960s

"Bovenkamp" Wingback Sofa Design by Aksel Bender Madsen, 1960s

By Aksel Bender Madsen, Bovenkamp

Located in Delft, NL

"Bovenkamp" Wingback sofa design by Aksel Bender Madsen, 1960s The wingback sofa, designed by

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Teak

"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Dark Brown Linen and Wood Feet
"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Dark Brown Linen and Wood Feet

"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Dark Brown Linen and Wood Feet

By Studio Marta Manente

Located in Centro, RS

The Flag Couch is a smart and multifunctional piece. The couch has a cushion built into the seat

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Arne Norell 'Divina' Two Seat Sofa, Westbergs Möbler AB, Sweden, 1950s
Arne Norell 'Divina' Two Seat Sofa, Westbergs Möbler AB, Sweden, 1950s

Arne Norell 'Divina' Two Seat Sofa, Westbergs Möbler AB, Sweden, 1950s

By Arne Norell

Located in The Hague, NL

This rare two seat sofa was designed by Arne Norell in the late 1950s. The model is called 'Divina

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Wood, Beech

Italian modern leather modular sofa Bogo by Bartoli Rossi di Albizzate 1970s
Italian modern leather modular sofa Bogo by Bartoli Rossi di Albizzate 1970s

Italian modern leather modular sofa Bogo by Bartoli Rossi di Albizzate 1970s

By Rossi di Albizzate, Carlo Bartoli

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern brown leather modular sofa Bogo by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Plastic

Tonino Lamborghini Italy Ostrich Leather 2-Part Sectional Sofa, 2010
Tonino Lamborghini Italy Ostrich Leather 2-Part Sectional Sofa, 2010

Tonino Lamborghini Italy Ostrich Leather 2-Part Sectional Sofa, 2010

By Tonino Lamborghini

Located in Miami, FL

Tonino Lamborghini Italy Ostrich Leather 2-Part Sectional Sofa, 2010 Offered for sale is a Tonino

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Ostrich Leather

Vintage Italian Sapporitti Leather Sofa
Vintage Italian Sapporitti Leather Sofa

Vintage Italian Sapporitti Leather Sofa

By Saporiti

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This sophisticated sofa embodies the low-slung luxury and clean lines of high-end Mid-Century

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Knoll Parallel Bar Sofa Re-Upholstered in Knoll Rivington Fabric
Knoll Parallel Bar Sofa Re-Upholstered in Knoll Rivington Fabric

Knoll Parallel Bar Sofa Re-Upholstered in Knoll Rivington Fabric

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A lovely complete re-upholstered vintage Knoll Parallel Bar Sofa or 2 seat settee. The fabric we

Category

20th Century American Sofas

Materials

Steel

Giovanni Offredi 'Wave'  Sofa By Saporiti, Italy 1970’s #2
Giovanni Offredi 'Wave'  Sofa By Saporiti, Italy 1970’s #2

Giovanni Offredi 'Wave' Sofa By Saporiti, Italy 1970’s #2

By Giovanni Offredi

Located in Bridgeport, CT

. The sofa has affixed upholstered seat and seat back cushions. Very comfortable. Condition: There are

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Raft New York 4 Seater Sofa
Raft New York 4 Seater Sofa

Raft New York 4 Seater Sofa

Located in Rochester, England

The Raft New York Four-Seater Sofa, produced in the 21st Century, combines contemporary design with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Postmodern "Cloud" Style Sofa
Vintage Postmodern "Cloud" Style Sofa

Vintage Postmodern "Cloud" Style Sofa

Located in Oxnard, CA

Here is a fabulous vintage Vladimir Kagan style "Cloud" sofa, circa 1990s. This large biomorphic

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Important Otto Schulz Curved Four-Seat Sofa for Boet, Sweden, Mid-1940s
Important Otto Schulz Curved Four-Seat Sofa for Boet, Sweden, Mid-1940s

Important Otto Schulz Curved Four-Seat Sofa for Boet, Sweden, Mid-1940s

By Boet, Otto Schulz

Located in The Hague, NL

This important curved sofa was designed by Otto Schulz and produced by his company Boet in

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Chenille, Upholstery, Elm, Pine

Italian modern green leather sofa by  Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, 1970s
Italian modern green leather sofa by  Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, 1970s

Italian modern green leather sofa by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, 1970s

By Luigi Massoni, Poltrona Frau

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern Green leather sofa by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, 1970s Three-seater sofa

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

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

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

By Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Tarm, 82

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

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

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

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

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, 3-seater Danish sofa. Green furniture velour, brass springs in the seat and back, ash wood

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Ash

1950s Italian Two-Seater Sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti in Rubelli Fabric
1950s Italian Two-Seater Sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti in Rubelli Fabric

1950s Italian Two-Seater Sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti in Rubelli Fabric

By Gigi Radice, Minotti

Located in Brescia, Brescia

A beautifully proportioned 1950s Italian two-seater sofa designed by Gigi Radice and produced by

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Fancy Louis XVI Giltwood Sofa Loveseat with New Silk Upholstery
Fancy Louis XVI Giltwood Sofa Loveseat with New Silk Upholstery

Fancy Louis XVI Giltwood Sofa Loveseat with New Silk Upholstery

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Louis XVI style sofa having carved gilded wood and beautiful new upholstery. The lovely frame

Category

Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Giltwood

"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue With Two Arms in Linen and Wood Feet
"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue With Two Arms in Linen and Wood Feet

"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue With Two Arms in Linen and Wood Feet

By Studio Marta Manente

Located in Centro, RS

The Flag Couch is a smart and multifunctional piece. The couch has a cushion built into the seat

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Marco Zanuso Style Mid-Century Modern Velvet Sofa "Lady", 50s
Marco Zanuso Style Mid-Century Modern Velvet Sofa "Lady", 50s

Marco Zanuso Style Mid-Century Modern Velvet Sofa "Lady", 50s

By Marco Zanuso

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Lady Marco Zanuso style sofa. The sofa has been restored and upholstered in blue velvet, the feet

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech, Fir

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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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    In Australia, a couch is often simply called a couch. However, some people also refer to these long upholstered furnishings as sofas or lounges. In some cases, the term couch may be reserved for a more casual piece. Shop a wide range of sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    The most durable couch fabrics are cotton and linen.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A small couch is called a settee. They’re common in living rooms and other shared areas because they allow you to cozy up to someone and have a conversation with them. Settees are typically small seats that can fit two or more people. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary settees from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    There are various options available for upholstery for a couch – it is a matter of preference. When selecting the upholstery, it is important to be aware of the cleanability, durability, resistance to dirt, and fading. A higher thread count ensures that the upholstery will last longer. Shop a range of antique and vintage upholstered couches on 1stDibs.
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    AutomatonDecember 16, 2021
    A very popular upholstery for couches in 2021 is 'Bouclé' fabric often utilized in a white or off-white color. Celebrity interiors and top interior designers in recent years have increased the popularity and demand for this type of fabric and now is a very hot trend that is sure to continue throughout the 2020's. We, at Automaton Modern, often use bouclé fabric on sofas by Vladimir Kagan such as the 'Cloud' sofa from Directional which curved shapes and contours are accentuated by the nubby texture of bouclé.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The fainting couch was a seating spot available to women who would faint from having their corsets on too tightly. The silhouette of the couch has a traditional backing like a regular couch with one end open. Browse a selection of fainting couches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    How much a couch weighs varies. The average weight of a couch is between 250 and 375 pounds. A couch's size and materials will determine how much it weighs. Generally, sofas that feature solid wood frames and steel spring systems tend to be heavier. Shop a large selection of couches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    At 1stdibs, couches can cost between $444 and $743,042 dependant upon certain factors such as the make, the fabric, and the size.

  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if a couch is vintage, examine its frame and cushions for tags, labels, and stamps that provide information about the maker. In some cases, the date of manufacturing may appear on these identifying markers. If not, research the manufacturer's name using trusted online resources to get an estimate of its age. Any couch that is 20 or more years old would be considered vintage. Sofas that are 100 years of age or older are antiques. Find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary couches on 1stDibs.