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Danish Art Deco Curved Sofa Couch Green Floral Velour Velvet Upholstery, 1950s
Danish Art Deco Curved Sofa Couch Green Floral Velour Velvet Upholstery, 1950s

Danish Art Deco Curved Sofa Couch Green Floral Velour Velvet Upholstery, 1950s

By Viggo Boesen, Alfred Christensen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Danish smaller curved Banana form Art Deco couch or sofa made in the 1950s. The legs are made of

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Siparia Sofa
Siparia Sofa

Siparia Sofa

$37,025 / item

Siparia Sofa

By Fratelli Boffi

Located in Milan, IT

Designed to inspire intimate get-togethers, the Siparia Sofa is curved on both ends to bring you in

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile

Mid-Century Cognac Leather 4 Seat Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia
Mid-Century Cognac Leather 4 Seat Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia

Mid-Century Cognac Leather 4 Seat Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia

By Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia

Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp

Very comfortable four-seat sofa model Coronado by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia. This large edition

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

2020s Patricia Urquiola for Moroso Rift Sofa in Multi Color Upholsteries
2020s Patricia Urquiola for Moroso Rift Sofa in Multi Color Upholsteries

2020s Patricia Urquiola for Moroso Rift Sofa in Multi Color Upholsteries

By Patricia Urquiola

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Rift Sofa, originally designed by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso in 2009. This example was

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam, Wood, Fabric

ASYM SOFA - Modern Asymmetrical Sofa in Curly Lamb Boucle in Soft White
ASYM SOFA - Modern Asymmetrical Sofa in Curly Lamb Boucle in Soft White

ASYM SOFA - Modern Asymmetrical Sofa in Curly Lamb Boucle in Soft White

By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz

Located in Laguna Niguel, CA

ASYM SOFA - Modern Asymmetrical Sofa in Curly Lamb Boucle in Soft White The Asym Sofa is a stylish

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Walter Leeman Zeppelin Sofa for Velda 1970s
Walter Leeman Zeppelin Sofa for Velda 1970s

Walter Leeman Zeppelin Sofa for Velda 1970s

By Walter Leeman

Located in Padova, IT

Rare Zeppelin sofa designed by Walter Leeman in the seventies for Velda. The sofa, thanks to its

Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Space Age Sofas

Materials

Steel

"Le Stelle" Loveseat Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
"Le Stelle" Loveseat Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia

"Le Stelle" Loveseat Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

"Le Stelle" loveseat sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Italy, circa 1970s. Newly

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

DS-2011 Sofa by De Sede, Dark brown leather lounge
DS-2011 Sofa by De Sede, Dark brown leather lounge

DS-2011 Sofa by De Sede, Dark brown leather lounge

By De Sede

Located in Ranst, VAN

Super comfortable two-seater sofa from De Sede, model DS-2011. The sofa has a steel base and is

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

The Oswald Sofa
The Oswald Sofa

The Oswald Sofa

By Jonathan Sainsbury

Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset

The Oswald Sofa is a fine country house Chesterfield design of generous proportions. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Chesterfield Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

George III Style Mahogany and Blue Velvet Sofa
George III Style Mahogany and Blue Velvet Sofa

George III Style Mahogany and Blue Velvet Sofa

Located in New York, NY

Luxurious George III Style Sofa, designed with a mahogany frame and upholstered in sumptuous blue

Category

20th Century George III Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Vico Magistretti, sofa mod. Sinbad for Cassina, 1980
Vico Magistretti, sofa mod. Sinbad for Cassina, 1980

Vico Magistretti, sofa mod. Sinbad for Cassina, 1980

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Saarbrücken, SL

The sofa mod. Sinbad by Vico Magistretti has a throw blanket in leather that extends far over the

Category

Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Grey Velvet Sofa by Guglielmo Veronesi for ISA, circa 1950
Grey Velvet Sofa by Guglielmo Veronesi for ISA, circa 1950

Grey Velvet Sofa by Guglielmo Veronesi for ISA, circa 1950

By ISA Bergamo

Located in Madrid, ES

Guglielmo Veronesi sofa with rounded wooden structure, brass legs and velvet upholstery. Its gently

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Custom Sized & Upholstered Hand Made Sofa by La Maison London
Custom Sized & Upholstered Hand Made Sofa by La Maison London

Custom Sized & Upholstered Hand Made Sofa by La Maison London

By La Maison London

Located in London, Park Royal

The ‘Emily’ sofa is designed to be both comfortable and chic. The seat provides a generous depth

Category

2010s British Bohemian Sofas

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Wood

Børge Mogensen Sofa 2212 Dark Mocha Leather by Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1970s
Børge Mogensen Sofa 2212 Dark Mocha Leather by Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1970s

Børge Mogensen Sofa 2212 Dark Mocha Leather by Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1970s

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Danish vintage Børge Mogensen sofa 2 persons model 2212. It's upholstered with the original dark

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam, Feathers, Teak

Attributed To T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings L-Shape Sofa For Widdicomb
Attributed To T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings L-Shape Sofa For Widdicomb

Attributed To T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings L-Shape Sofa For Widdicomb

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The sofa, likely by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings features a distinctive dark walnut sculpted frame with

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Minotti “Spencer” Three Seat Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni
Minotti “Spencer” Three Seat Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni

Minotti “Spencer” Three Seat Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni

By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a "Spencer" three seat sofa, designed by Rodolfo Dordoni and produced by Minotti. The sofa

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Minimalist Comfort: The Modern Design of the Stride Sofa by JNK
Minimalist Comfort: The Modern Design of the Stride Sofa by JNK

Minimalist Comfort: The Modern Design of the Stride Sofa by JNK

By Jnk

Located in Miami, FL

Stride Sofa, Features a sleek design that combines minimalism and modernity. The sofa offers

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Suede, Fabric, Wood

Sofa Mode in Orange fabric Marble finish by Alter Ego Studio
Sofa Mode in Orange fabric Marble finish by Alter Ego Studio

Sofa Mode in Orange fabric Marble finish by Alter Ego Studio

By Alter Ego Studio

Located in Castelo da Maia, 11

The shape of the sofa is a combination of round and square shapes, organically complementary

Category

2010s Portuguese Sofas

Materials

Stone

Sofa Mode in Pink fabric Onyx finish by Alter Ego Studio
Sofa Mode in Pink fabric Onyx finish by Alter Ego Studio

Sofa Mode in Pink fabric Onyx finish by Alter Ego Studio

By Alter Ego Studio

Located in Castelo da Maia, 11

The shape of the sofa is a combination of round and square shapes, organically complementary

Category

2010s Portuguese Sofas

Materials

Stone

Sofa Mode in Green fabric Onyx finish by Alter Ego Studio
Sofa Mode in Green fabric Onyx finish by Alter Ego Studio

Sofa Mode in Green fabric Onyx finish by Alter Ego Studio

By Alter Ego Studio

Located in Castelo da Maia, 11

The shape of the sofa is a combination of round and square shapes, organically complementary

Category

2010s Portuguese Sofas

Materials

Stone

Kittinger Colonial Williamsburg CW-174 Chippendale Scalamandre Fabric Sofa
Kittinger Colonial Williamsburg CW-174 Chippendale Scalamandre Fabric Sofa

Kittinger Colonial Williamsburg CW-174 Chippendale Scalamandre Fabric Sofa

By Kittinger Furniture Company

Located in Long Branch, NJ

Kittinger Colonial Williamsburg CW-174 Chippendale Scalamandre Fabric Sofa Dimensions : 90" Wide X

Category

1990s American Chippendale Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Sofa in Light Blue and Purple Velvet by Isa Bergamo
Vintage Sofa in Light Blue and Purple Velvet by Isa Bergamo

Vintage Sofa in Light Blue and Purple Velvet by Isa Bergamo

By ISA Bergamo

Located in Milano, IT

Wonderful vintage light blue velvet sofa made in Italy by Isa Bergamo from the 1950s. The sofa is

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Marcel Wanders for Roche Bobois Large Montgolfiere Sofa
Marcel Wanders for Roche Bobois Large Montgolfiere Sofa

Marcel Wanders for Roche Bobois Large Montgolfiere Sofa

By MARCEL WANDERS, Roche Bobois

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Iconic sofa designed by Marcel Wanders studio for Roche Bobois. The Montgolfiere sofa measures over

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Rare Italian Red Sofa by Ico Parisi for Cassina Mod. 875, Published
Rare Italian Red Sofa by Ico Parisi for Cassina Mod. 875, Published

Rare Italian Red Sofa by Ico Parisi for Cassina Mod. 875, Published

By Cassina, Ico Parisi

Located in Milano, IT

Rare four-seater sofa by Ico Parisi for Cassina model 875 of the 60s. The structure is metal, and

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Vintage Black Imitation Fur Sofa
Vintage Black Imitation Fur Sofa

Vintage Black Imitation Fur Sofa

$2,393Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Black Imitation Fur Sofa

Located in Milano, IT

Gorgeous vintage sofa made in the 1950s, Italian manufacture. The sofa is totally covered in black

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fur, Faux Fur

"Ottomama" Four Seater Sofa Designed in Italy by B&B Italia, Dated 1985
"Ottomama" Four Seater Sofa Designed in Italy by B&B Italia, Dated 1985

"Ottomama" Four Seater Sofa Designed in Italy by B&B Italia, Dated 1985

By B&B Italia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage four seater sofa designed and manufactured in Italy by B&B Italia. The sofa is part of the

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

"Ottomama" Four Seater Sofa Designed in Italy by B&B Italia, Dated 1985
"Ottomama" Four Seater Sofa Designed in Italy by B&B Italia, Dated 1985

"Ottomama" Four Seater Sofa Designed in Italy by B&B Italia, Dated 1985

By B&B Italia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage four seater sofa designed and manufactured in Italy by B&B Italia. The sofa is part of the

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Percival Lafer MP-97 Leather Sofa
Percival Lafer MP-97 Leather Sofa

Percival Lafer MP-97 Leather Sofa

By Percival Lafer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Leather sofa by Percival Lafer c.1960's, Brazil. The sofa features the original mustard yellow

Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Hardwood

Arne Jacobsen Swan Sofa in Grace Walnut Leather for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1958
Arne Jacobsen Swan Sofa in Grace Walnut Leather for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1958

Arne Jacobsen Swan Sofa in Grace Walnut Leather for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1958

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Amsterdam, NL

as the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel). This (re-)edition of the Swan Sofa (Model 3321) was manufactured by

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Art Deco Machine Age Sofa Designed by Gilbert Rohde for Troy Sunshade Company
Art Deco Machine Age Sofa Designed by Gilbert Rohde for Troy Sunshade Company

Art Deco Machine Age Sofa Designed by Gilbert Rohde for Troy Sunshade Company

By Gilbert Rohde, Troy Sunshade Company

Located in New York, NY

Iconic Art Deco Machine Age sofa designed by Gilbert Rohde for the Troy Sunshade Company, circa

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Arne Vodder AV53 / 3 Sofa by Ivan Schlechter
Arne Vodder AV53 / 3 Sofa by Ivan Schlechter

Arne Vodder AV53 / 3 Sofa by Ivan Schlechter

By Arne Vodder, Ivan Schlechter

Located in Utrecht, NL

Black leather 3-seat sofa model AV53 / 3 by Arne Vodder, designed in 1953 for Ivan Schlechter

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pair of Slope Arm Sofas Fortuny Style Apricot Fabric
Pair of Slope Arm Sofas Fortuny Style Apricot Fabric

Pair of Slope Arm Sofas Fortuny Style Apricot Fabric

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Amazing pair of bespoke sofa settees featuring a Fortuny style upholstery in an apricot tone fabric

Category

20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Domino 3-Seater Sofa
Domino 3-Seater Sofa

Domino 3-Seater Sofa

By Modesign

Located in Milan, IT

With hidden metal supports in its legs, the Domino 3-seater Sofa is surprisingly sturdy. Featuring

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Metal

2021 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH402 Kastrup Sofa in Sif Leather
2021 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH402 Kastrup Sofa in Sif Leather

2021 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH402 Kastrup Sofa in Sif Leather

By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a CH402 Two-Seater Kastrup sofa without arms. The sofa is made with a stainless

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Iconic Anfibio sofa by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti 1970
Iconic Anfibio sofa by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti 1970

Iconic Anfibio sofa by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti 1970

By Alessandro Becchi

Located in Arezzo, Italy

Iconic 3 seater sofa/bed designed by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti, 1970. The sofa is in

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

DALMATIA Tufted Sofa Covered with Leather in White Oak Finish
DALMATIA Tufted Sofa Covered with Leather in White Oak Finish

DALMATIA Tufted Sofa Covered with Leather in White Oak Finish

By Fratelli Boffi, Archer & Humphryes Architects

Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the sofa features a classic rolled-arm design that

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Brass

Vintage Charles Pfister Knoll Studio Upholstered Sofa
Vintage Charles Pfister Knoll Studio Upholstered Sofa

Vintage Charles Pfister Knoll Studio Upholstered Sofa

By Knoll, Charles Pfister

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Charles Pfister Knoll Studio Upholstered Sofa Offered for sale is one upholstered three

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen

De Sede DS31 Sofa in Brown Leather, 1970s
De Sede DS31 Sofa in Brown Leather, 1970s

De Sede DS31 Sofa in Brown Leather, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Beautiful dark brown leather sofa model DS31 designed and produced by De Sede. One of our personal

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Walnut Sofa, circa 1880
Walnut Sofa, circa 1880

Walnut Sofa, circa 1880

Located in Opole, PL

A sofa in the Louis Philippe style, circa 1880. The frame of the sofa is made in walnut wood, with

Category

Antique 1880s European Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Gentle Hold of the Couch -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Oil
Gentle Hold of the Couch -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Oil

Gentle Hold of the Couch -21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative Painting, Oil

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Shipping Procedure FREE Shipping Worldwide Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authent...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Expressionist Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Tito Agnoli Model Korium for Matteo Grassi Sofa, Italy 1970s
Tito Agnoli Model Korium for Matteo Grassi Sofa, Italy 1970s

Tito Agnoli Model Korium for Matteo Grassi Sofa, Italy 1970s

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in Delft, NL

Tito Agnoli Model Korium for Matteo Grassi sofa, Italy 1970s A blue/grey leather sofa, model

Category

20th Century Italian Sofas

Materials

Leather

Annie Hiéronimus for Cinna Ligne Roset Green 3-Seater Sandra Sofa
Annie Hiéronimus for Cinna Ligne Roset Green 3-Seater Sandra Sofa

Annie Hiéronimus for Cinna Ligne Roset Green 3-Seater Sandra Sofa

By Cinna (Ligne Roset), Annie Hiéronimus

Located in Rochester, England

An iconic 1970s design, the Sandra sofa was designed by Annie Hiéronimus for Cinna after she joined

Category

Vintage 1970s French Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Howard and Sons London 'Grantley' Sofa
Howard and Sons London 'Grantley' Sofa

Howard and Sons London 'Grantley' Sofa

By Howard and Sons

Located in Faversham, GB

An exceptional Howard and Sons ‘Grantley’ sofa. This original Grantley H&S model sofa features

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British High Victorian Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

George Nelson for Herman Miller Marshmallow Sofa in White Leather
George Nelson for Herman Miller Marshmallow Sofa in White Leather

George Nelson for Herman Miller Marshmallow Sofa in White Leather

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A wonderful design by George Nelson for Herman Miller this marshmallow sofa is a sculptural icon

Category

Early 2000s American Sofas

Materials

Steel

Vintage minimalist Gelderland 3-seat sofa, 1960s
Vintage minimalist Gelderland 3-seat sofa, 1960s

Vintage minimalist Gelderland 3-seat sofa, 1960s

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

A minimalist 1960s sofa by Gelderland Holland, finished in a muted pink fabric. The frame is made

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

1970s Curved Modular Sofa, Postmodern Design, Linen Upholstery
1970s Curved Modular Sofa, Postmodern Design, Linen Upholstery

1970s Curved Modular Sofa, Postmodern Design, Linen Upholstery

Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest

Striking modular curved sofa from the late 1970s, with a strong postmodern character and a playful

Category

Mid-20th Century French Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen

Dwell 2-Seat Sofa, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic
Dwell 2-Seat Sofa, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic

Dwell 2-Seat Sofa, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic

By Hans Olsen

Located in Viby J, DK

The Dwell Sofa is recognizable for its light, accommodating design, which has a timeless appeal

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

Very Rare Cognac-Colored Leather Sofa by Jacques Brule, 1963s
Very Rare Cognac-Colored Leather Sofa by Jacques Brule, 1963s

Very Rare Cognac-Colored Leather Sofa by Jacques Brule, 1963s

By Hans Kaufeld

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

This very rare sofa, designed by Jacques Brule and produced by Hans Kaufeld in Germany in 1963, is

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Chloe Sofa
Chloe Sofa

Chloe Sofa

$24,500 / item

Chloe Sofa

Located in Torrance, CA

Our Chloe Sofa is a sleek and modern version of a classic sofa. It is made with a classic hand-tied

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Vintage English Upholstered Roll Arm Sofa in Green Ultra Suede
Vintage English Upholstered Roll Arm Sofa in Green Ultra Suede

Vintage English Upholstered Roll Arm Sofa in Green Ultra Suede

Located in Southampton, NY

Vintage English Upholstered Roll Arm Sofa in Green Ultra Suede Upholstered in olive green

Category

20th Century English Sofas

Materials

Ultrasuede, 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.

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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 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 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    Many furniture lovers and interior designers believe a leather couch is worth it. Although full-grain and top-grain leather upholstery generally costs more than faux leather and textiles, high-quality leather gives a couch a sumptuous feel and elevated appearance. Premium leathers also resist wear and can be easily wiped clean. However, whether or not it's worth buying a leather couch is subjective. At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of leather sofas and other furniture.
  • 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A backless couch is usually called a recamier or a divan. A divan has a long, low seating area formed by a mattress and is usually placed near a wall. It neither has a back nor arms. This couch is perfect for a living room, bedroom or guest room. Find a collection of antique and vintage backless couches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Moroccan style furniture is sometimes called souk style furniture. Souk-style furniture is known for being low to the ground with colorful, overstuffed upholstered pieces, such as ottomans and poufs. Browse a wide selection of souk-style furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 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.