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Vintage Edwardian Style Linen Upholstered Button Tufted Chesterfield Sofa
Vintage Edwardian Style Linen Upholstered Button Tufted Chesterfield Sofa

Vintage Edwardian Style Linen Upholstered Button Tufted Chesterfield Sofa

Located in Hudson, NY

more casual and modern aspect with the cream linen upholstery and the limed wooden feet. The sofa is

Category

Early 2000s North American Edwardian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Linen, Foam, Hardwood

Theo Ruth for Artifort Sofa in Original Striped Upholstery
Theo Ruth for Artifort Sofa in Original Striped Upholstery

Theo Ruth for Artifort Sofa in Original Striped Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Theo Ruth for Artifort, sofa, in original black and white fabric, wood, The Netherlands, 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Brown Leather Corner Sofa by Thams Denmark
Brown Leather Corner Sofa by Thams Denmark

Brown Leather Corner Sofa by Thams Denmark

Located in London, GB

, deep chocolate brown leather, the sofa balances a rigid, architectural silhouette with a soft

Category

Mid-20th Century Sofas

Materials

Leather

Arne Norell ‘Merkur’ Sofa in Brown Leather and Wood
Arne Norell ‘Merkur’ Sofa in Brown Leather and Wood

Arne Norell ‘Merkur’ Sofa in Brown Leather and Wood

By Arne Norell

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Arne Norell for Arne Norell Möbel AB, sofa model ‘Merkur’, leather, wood, Sweden, 1970s. This high

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, 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

Upholstery, Wood, Linen

Vladimir Kagan Attributed Sofa and Swivel Chair
Vladimir Kagan Attributed Sofa and Swivel Chair

Vladimir Kagan Attributed Sofa and Swivel Chair

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Dallas, TX

swivel chair butts up to the sofa and can fit two people. The swivel turns 360 degrees. We have a pair of

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Modern 'Veranda' Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, in Original Fabric, Italy
Modern 'Veranda' Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, in Original Fabric, Italy

Modern 'Veranda' Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, in Original Fabric, Italy

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Almelo, NL

Modern 'Veranda' Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, in Original Fabric, Italy Designed by

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Wood

Cédric Ragot for Roche Bobois Brown Nautil 3 Seat Sofa
Cédric Ragot for Roche Bobois Brown Nautil 3 Seat Sofa

Cédric Ragot for Roche Bobois Brown Nautil 3 Seat Sofa

By Roche Bobois, Cedric Ragot

Located in Rochester, England

Originally designed by Cédric Ragot for Roche Bobois in 2013, the Nautil sofa gives a contemporary

Category

2010s French Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

1960's Midcentury Modern Design Boucle Wool 3 Seat Sofa
1960's Midcentury Modern Design Boucle Wool 3 Seat Sofa

1960's Midcentury Modern Design Boucle Wool 3 Seat Sofa

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Midcentury Modern Belgian Design Boucle Wool 3 Seat Sofa. Made in Belgium, 1960's period

Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

1970s, Danish 4-seater sofa, furniture wool, solid oak wood.
1970s, Danish 4-seater sofa, furniture wool, solid oak wood.

1970s, Danish 4-seater sofa, furniture wool, solid oak wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Danish 4-seater sofa. Original turquoise green furniture wool, solid oak wood. Original good

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Mid-century vintage Italian blue velvet sofa in the manner of Gio Ponti
Mid-century vintage Italian blue velvet sofa in the manner of Gio Ponti

Mid-century vintage Italian blue velvet sofa in the manner of Gio Ponti

Located in Allentown, PA

This is a mid-century modern style Italian plush blue velvet sofa. The sofa is newly upholstered

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Swedish Modern "Star" Sofa for SM Wincrantz, Sweden 1950s
Swedish Modern "Star" Sofa for SM Wincrantz, Sweden 1950s

Swedish Modern "Star" Sofa for SM Wincrantz, Sweden 1950s

By SM Wincrantz 1

Located in Utrecht, NL

Scandinavian respect for elevated craftsmanship. This sofa has a lot of character with a welcoming presence

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Style Sofa
Mid-Century Modern Italian Style Sofa

Mid-Century Modern Italian Style Sofa

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This four seat midcentury sofa features comfortable two cushion design complete with unique vintage

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

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

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

Located in Tarm, 82

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

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Three Seater Brown Leather Sofa by Skipper Mobler
Three Seater Brown Leather Sofa by Skipper Mobler

Three Seater Brown Leather Sofa by Skipper Mobler

Located in London, GB

Designed by Takashi Okamura and Erik Marquardsen for Skipper Møbler, this three-seater sofa is a

Category

Mid-20th Century Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

Brazilian Modern “Stella” Three-Seat Sofa in Wood & Bouclé by Sergio Rodrigues
Brazilian Modern “Stella” Three-Seat Sofa in Wood & Bouclé by Sergio Rodrigues

Brazilian Modern “Stella” Three-Seat Sofa in Wood & Bouclé by Sergio Rodrigues

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed in 1965 by Sergio Rodrigues (1924–2014) and produced by OCA, the Stella sofa stands as a

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Hardwood

Art Deco Walnut Sofa with Pull-Out Daybed Function, Prague, 1930s
Art Deco Walnut Sofa with Pull-Out Daybed Function, Prague, 1930s

Art Deco Walnut Sofa with Pull-Out Daybed Function, Prague, 1930s

Located in Almelo, NL

Art Deco Walnut Sofa with Pull-Out Daybed Function, Prague, 1930s Elegant Art Deco sofa from

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa Circa 1820
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa Circa 1820

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa Circa 1820

Located in Atlanta, GA

This elegant 19th-century Swedish Gustavian sofa, circa 1820, is a striking example of the timeless

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas

Materials

Pine

Selig Lucite Sofa, 1970s USA
Selig Lucite Sofa, 1970s USA

Selig Lucite Sofa, 1970s USA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic Lucite sofa by Selig with black leather straps. There are three long nickel bars running

Category

Vintage 1970s American Sofas

Materials

Lucite

Guillerme et Chambron Sofa
Guillerme et Chambron Sofa

Guillerme et Chambron Sofa

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in London, GB

A solid oak sofa designed by Guillerme et Chambron in the 1970s. The sofa features the duo’s

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Midcentury Modern Rare Carl Malmsten Velvet "Samsas" Sofa Sweden, 1960s
Midcentury Modern Rare Carl Malmsten Velvet "Samsas" Sofa Sweden, 1960s

Midcentury Modern Rare Carl Malmsten Velvet "Samsas" Sofa Sweden, 1960s

By Carl Malmsten, O.H. Sjögren

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

This midcentury icon sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten and this one was produced by O.H Sjögren

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Birch

Blue Curved Sofa In The Style Of Federico Munari, Italy 1950's
Blue Curved Sofa In The Style Of Federico Munari, Italy 1950's

Blue Curved Sofa In The Style Of Federico Munari, Italy 1950's

By Federico Munari

Located in Hellouw, NL

This curved sofa would not have looked out of place on a film set a la Visconti. Besides the fact

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

MOMENT Sofa, Niels Gammelgaard
MOMENT Sofa, Niels Gammelgaard

MOMENT Sofa, Niels Gammelgaard

By Niels Gammelgaard, IKEA

Located in Neuss, NW

MOMENT Sofa by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea from the 1980s with a galvanized steel frame. The sofa

Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Contemporary 21st Century Circus Sectional Sofa by Spinzi, Silver metal
Contemporary 21st Century Circus Sectional Sofa by Spinzi, Silver metal

Contemporary 21st Century Circus Sectional Sofa by Spinzi, Silver metal

By Spinzi

Located in Milano, IT

Circus is a sofa that celebrates Milanese factories, with their towers, chimneys and silos. The

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Faux Leather, Foam, Wood, Plywood

Nude Portrait of a Lady Posed Laying On The Sofa Mid Century French Painting
Nude Portrait of a Lady Posed Laying On The Sofa Mid Century French Painting

Nude Portrait of a Lady Posed Laying On The Sofa Mid Century French Painting

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Artist/ School: Suzanne Dinkés (French, 1895 - 1984) Medium: oil on board, unframed Size : 18 x 21.5 inches Provenance: private collection, France Condition: The painting is in overa...

Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Impressionist Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil

Model AP18 3-Seat Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for A. P. Stolen
Model AP18 3-Seat Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for A. P. Stolen

Model AP18 3-Seat Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for A. P. Stolen

By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage 3 seat sofa with sprung seat cushions designed 1950 by Hans Wegner model AP 18s produced by

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Two Seater Togo Sofa in Yellow Leather by Ligne Roset, 1980s France
Two Seater Togo Sofa in Yellow Leather by Ligne Roset, 1980s France

Two Seater Togo Sofa in Yellow Leather by Ligne Roset, 1980s France

By Ligne Roset

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic French two seater Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for luxury brand Ligne Roset. Originally

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Victorian Chesterfield Sofa in Patinated Leather, UK, 19th Century
Victorian Chesterfield Sofa in Patinated Leather, UK, 19th Century

Victorian Chesterfield Sofa in Patinated Leather, UK, 19th Century

Located in London, London

A classic late 19th century Chesterfield sofa, upholstered in richly patinated leather. The piece

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mario Marenco for Arflex Marius&Marius Sofa in Brownish Red Leather
Mario Marenco for Arflex Marius&Marius Sofa in Brownish Red Leather

Mario Marenco for Arflex Marius&Marius Sofa in Brownish Red Leather

By Mario Marenco, Arflex

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mario Marenco for Arflex, 'Marius&Marius' sofa, leather, plastic, lacquered wood, Italy, 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather, Plastic, Wood

MOMENT Sofa, Niels Gammelgaard
MOMENT Sofa, Niels Gammelgaard

MOMENT Sofa, Niels Gammelgaard

By Niels Gammelgaard, IKEA

Located in Neuss, NW

MOMENT Sofa by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea from the 1980s with a galvanized steel frame. The sofa

Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Midcentury Brazilian Walnut and Canvas Sofa
Midcentury Brazilian Walnut and Canvas Sofa

Midcentury Brazilian Walnut and Canvas Sofa

Located in Madrid, ES

Mid-20th century sofa with veneered walnut wood frame and beige canvas fabric seats. Made in Brazil

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Canvas

DIP SOFA - Modern Design in Cream Nubby Bouclé
DIP SOFA - Modern Design in Cream Nubby Bouclé

DIP SOFA - Modern Design in Cream Nubby Bouclé

By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz

Located in Laguna Niguel, CA

DIP SOFA - Modern Design in Cream Nubby Bouclé Introducing our iconic Dip Sofa, a modern cream

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Modernist Luigi Tiengo Sofa in Walnut /Ultra Suede for Cimon Montréal, 1963
Modernist Luigi Tiengo Sofa in Walnut /Ultra Suede for Cimon Montréal, 1963

Modernist Luigi Tiengo Sofa in Walnut /Ultra Suede for Cimon Montréal, 1963

By Luigi Tiengo, Cimon, Raf Simons

Located in Buffalo, NY

This rare Classic Mid-Century Modern sofa was designed by Luigi Tiengo and produced by the Canadian

Category

Vintage 1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mario Bellini Bambole 2 Seat Sofa B&B Italia, Italy, 1973
Mario Bellini Bambole 2 Seat Sofa B&B Italia, Italy, 1973

Mario Bellini Bambole 2 Seat Sofa B&B Italia, Italy, 1973

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Highly cosy so called 'Bambole' 2-seater sofa designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Contemporary Large Standard Sofa in Black Leather with Brass Base
Contemporary Large Standard Sofa in Black Leather with Brass Base

Contemporary Large Standard Sofa in Black Leather with Brass Base

By Michael Felix

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The standard sofa is deceptively simple at first glance. Upon closer inspection it manages to be

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

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

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

Located in Tarm, 82

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

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Donghia Island Sofa, Armani Fabric Upholstery, Modern Design, USA
Donghia Island Sofa, Armani Fabric Upholstery, Modern Design, USA

Donghia Island Sofa, Armani Fabric Upholstery, Modern Design, USA

By Donghia

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This elegant Island Sofa by Donghia exemplifies refined modern design and exceptional craftsmanship

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

1940s Danish White Sheepswool Banana Sofa After Flemming Lassen
1940s Danish White Sheepswool Banana Sofa After Flemming Lassen

1940s Danish White Sheepswool Banana Sofa After Flemming Lassen

By Flemming Lassen

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A 1940s Danish channel tufted banana sofa. Chunky curved mahogany legs mimics the shape of the sofa

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Mahogany

Contemporary Medium Standard Sofa in Black Leather with Brass Base
Contemporary Medium Standard Sofa in Black Leather with Brass Base

Contemporary Medium Standard Sofa in Black Leather with Brass Base

By Michael Felix

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Standard sofa is deceptively simple at first glance. Upon closer inspection it manages to be

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Howard Keith ‘Diplomat’ Sofa For HK Furniture
Howard Keith ‘Diplomat’ Sofa For HK Furniture

Howard Keith ‘Diplomat’ Sofa For HK Furniture

By Howard Keith

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Impressive Grand Diplomat sofa in original Sereno striped fabric designed by Howard Keith for HK

Category

Vintage 1970s Sofas

Materials

Chrome

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

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

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Furniture wool, solid oak wood, springs in the cushions. Original good

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Oak

Mid-Century Modern 'Linha Z' Lounge Sofa by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern 'Linha Z' Lounge Sofa by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern 'Linha Z' Lounge Sofa by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil, 1950s

By José Zanine Caldas

Located in Deerfield Beach, FL

Mid-Century Modern 'Linha Z' Lounge Sofa by José Zanine Caldas, Brazil, 1950s This 'Linha Z' sofa

Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Three Person Sofa With Adjustable Seat In Genuine Leather
Three Person Sofa With Adjustable Seat In Genuine Leather

Three Person Sofa With Adjustable Seat In Genuine Leather

Located in Lejre, DK

3-seater sofa made of black leather. The sofa is equipped with an adjustable backrest and legrest

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid Century Brutalist  Sofa by Percival Lafer made in Brazil c 1970's
Mid Century Brutalist  Sofa by Percival Lafer made in Brazil c 1970's

Mid Century Brutalist Sofa by Percival Lafer made in Brazil c 1970's

By Percival Lafer

Located in New York, NY

Rare Brutalist Mid Century sofa, designed by Percival Lafer, made in Brazil, circa 1970's. The sofa

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Brutalist Sofas

Materials

Leather

Kurt Beier "Fantasy" Sofa in Longhair, Germany 1980s
Kurt Beier "Fantasy" Sofa in Longhair, Germany 1980s

Kurt Beier "Fantasy" Sofa in Longhair, Germany 1980s

By Kurt Beier

Located in Utrecht, NL

This “Fantasy” sofa, designed by Kurt Beier, epitomises the avant-garde and experimental nature of

Category

Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Vladimir Kagan Circular Free-Form Sofa, Model 150BS
Vladimir Kagan Circular Free-Form Sofa, Model 150BS

Vladimir Kagan Circular Free-Form Sofa, Model 150BS

By Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vladimir Kagan Free-Form Sofa- LARGE version, Model 150BS This is the premier sofa from his early

Category

Vintage 1950s American Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Mid Brown Club Sofa Italian Designer 1970s
Vintage Mid Brown Club Sofa Italian Designer 1970s

Vintage Mid Brown Club Sofa Italian Designer 1970s

Located in Aachen, NW

This timeless iconic sofa was made in the 1970s in Italy in the manner of Poltrona Frau or De Sede

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

The Buckingham Palace Sofa
The Buckingham Palace Sofa

The Buckingham Palace Sofa

By Jonathan Sainsbury

Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset

An exceptional bespoke carved giltwood sofa modelled closely upon the sofa in Buckingham Palace

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Neoclassical Sofas

Materials

Giltwood

Contemporary X-Large Standard Sofa in Black Leather with Brass Base
Contemporary X-Large Standard Sofa in Black Leather with Brass Base

Contemporary X-Large Standard Sofa in Black Leather with Brass Base

By Michael Felix

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The standard sofa is deceptively simple at first glance. Upon closer inspection it manages to be

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

1970s, Danish 2-seater "Banana" sofa, green furniture velour.
1970s, Danish 2-seater "Banana" sofa, green furniture velour.

1970s, Danish 2-seater "Banana" sofa, green furniture velour.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Danish 2-seater "Banana" sofa. Original green furniture velour, teak wood legs, springs in

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Teak

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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 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 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 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Victorian fainting couch is a piece of furniture that has one raised end and one low end. It accommodates one person who rests their back against the high end and stretches their legs out along the seat. Today, this piece of furniture is known as a chaise lounge. Find a selection of fainting couches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    The most durable couch fabrics are cotton and linen.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024
    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.

    Find vintage sofas and sofa beds on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    What you call a round couch varies. There are a few terms that can be used to refer to a couch with a round shape. They include conversation couch, center banquette couch and crescent couch. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of couches from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A couch with a bed is called a sofa bed. The sofa bed provides 2-in-1 comfort and saves you space. There is a variety of mid-century sofa beds and more on 1stDibs to meet any decor scheme.