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Curved Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960s, Midcentury, Brazil
Curved Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960s, Midcentury, Brazil

Curved Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960s, Midcentury, Brazil

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in New York, NY

Joaquim Tenreiro (1906-1992) designed and produced the Curved Sofa in circa 1960, commercializing

Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Curve Sofa – Genuine Leather By André Fu Living
Curve Sofa – Genuine Leather By André Fu Living

Curve Sofa – Genuine Leather By André Fu Living

By André Fu

Located in Admiralty, HK

A modern and minimalist piece with a sleek design, the curved sofa design is contemporary and

Category

2010s Chinese Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Oak, Leather

CURVE SOFA - Modern Layered Asymmetrical Sofa in Cream Boucle
CURVE SOFA - Modern Layered Asymmetrical Sofa in Cream Boucle

CURVE SOFA - Modern Layered Asymmetrical Sofa in Cream Boucle

By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz

Located in Laguna Niguel, CA

CURVE SOFA - Modern Layered Asymmetrical Sofa in Cream Boucle The Curve sofa features layered

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Johannes Andersen Curved Three-Seat Sofa in Royal Purple Upholstery and Oak
Johannes Andersen Curved Three-Seat Sofa in Royal Purple Upholstery and Oak

Johannes Andersen Curved Three-Seat Sofa in Royal Purple Upholstery and Oak

By AB Trensums Fåtöljfabrik, Johannes Andersen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

sofa designed by Johannes Andersen in the 1960s. The curved sofa features a striking design with almost

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Stringa Modular Seating System Titina Ammannati & Giampiero Vitelli, 1970
Stringa Modular Seating System Titina Ammannati & Giampiero Vitelli, 1970

Stringa Modular Seating System Titina Ammannati & Giampiero Vitelli, 1970

By Titina Ammannati and Giampiero Vitelli

Located in Roma, IT

includes lounge chairs and curved or straight sofa modules that can be freely arranged to create dynamic

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas

Materials

Metal

Modern Curved Armless Sofa
Modern Curved Armless Sofa

Modern Curved Armless Sofa

By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz

Located in Greenwich, CT

Frame is constructed of solid hard maple. Seat is springs in foam with Dacron top. The upholstery does not puddle once sat in and maintains tailored look. The measurement from extrem...

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Maple

Red Velvet Sofa by The Tailored Home, Curved Back, Modern Design, USA
Red Velvet Sofa by The Tailored Home, Curved Back, Modern Design, USA

Red Velvet Sofa by The Tailored Home, Curved Back, Modern Design, USA

By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home

Located in Greenwich, CT

Inspired by French Deco furniture designs, this sofa features a curved back and generous

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Maple

Large Curved Modern White Velvet Sofa
Large Curved Modern White Velvet Sofa

Large Curved Modern White Velvet Sofa

By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz

Located in Greenwich, CT

This large curved sofa was inspired by midcentury Italian design. Upholstered in white crushed

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Maple, Down

Modern Curved Loose Cushion Sofa, Customizable Design
Modern Curved Loose Cushion Sofa, Customizable Design

Modern Curved Loose Cushion Sofa, Customizable Design

By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz

Located in Greenwich, CT

This modern curved sofa is built to order and features three loose back cushions with a single

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Maple, Linen

Curved Bouclé Bubble Style Sofa with Paneled Upholstery
Curved Bouclé Bubble Style Sofa with Paneled Upholstery

Curved Bouclé Bubble Style Sofa with Paneled Upholstery

By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz

Located in Greenwich, CT

This curved bouclé sofa offers a fresh interpretation of the iconic bubble sofa silhouette

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Maple

Custom Curved Modern Velvet Sofa with Bolster Cushions
Custom Curved Modern Velvet Sofa with Bolster Cushions

Custom Curved Modern Velvet Sofa with Bolster Cushions

By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz

Located in Greenwich, CT

A custom upholstered sofa defined by a softly curved back, rolled arms, and two cylindrical bolster

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Maple, Wood, Velvet

Light Cream Boucle Curved Channeled Sectional Sofa, Custom
Light Cream Boucle Curved Channeled Sectional Sofa, Custom

Light Cream Boucle Curved Channeled Sectional Sofa, Custom

By The Tailored Home

Located in Greenwich, CT

Sweeping curves meet textural warmth in this expansive channeled sectional. Shown in a premium

Category

2010s American Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Hardwood

White Vinyl Curved Floating Back Sofa with Walnut-Stained Maple Legs, Custom
White Vinyl Curved Floating Back Sofa with Walnut-Stained Maple Legs, Custom

White Vinyl Curved Floating Back Sofa with Walnut-Stained Maple Legs, Custom

By The Tailored Home

Located in Greenwich, CT

Architectural lines meet organic flow in this curved tight-seat sofa. Defined by its unique

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood, Maple

Curved Mid-Century Style Tight Seat Tight Back Sofa
Curved Mid-Century Style Tight Seat Tight Back Sofa

Curved Mid-Century Style Tight Seat Tight Back Sofa

By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home

Located in Greenwich, CT

Mid-century modern style, Kagan-inspired curved sofa. Made with solid hard maple frame, eight-way

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Aether Curve Sofa
Aether Curve Sofa

Aether Curve Sofa

By John Brevard

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Redefine elegance with the Aether Curve Sofa - a seamless fusion of organic artistry and modern

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

Madelaine Curved Sofa
Madelaine Curved Sofa

Madelaine Curved Sofa

$20,760 / item

Madelaine Curved Sofa

By Fratelli Boffi

Located in Milan, IT

the 1970s, this stunning sofa boasts a unique silhouette to match any decor. Its frame creates a curve

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile, Wood

Danish 1940s Banana Style Barrel Low Club or Lounge Chair
Danish 1940s Banana Style Barrel Low Club or Lounge Chair

Danish 1940s Banana Style Barrel Low Club or Lounge Chair

By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

of chairs were made to match the curved sofas that were all the rage in the 1930s and early 1940s

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Mohair, Beech

Midcentury Floating Curved Sofa/w Printed Velvet and Burlap Welting
Midcentury Floating Curved Sofa/w Printed Velvet and Burlap Welting

Midcentury Floating Curved Sofa/w Printed Velvet and Burlap Welting

By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home

Located in Greenwich, CT

This midcentury floating curved sofa features a soft decorative printed velvet from Christian

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Burlap, Velvet, Foam, Maple, Oak

Bold Sofa Curved - L
Bold Sofa Curved - L

Bold Sofa Curved - L

$13,061 / item

Bold Sofa Curved - L

By Mohdern

Located in Milano, Lombardia

With its contemporary design, this version of the Bold Sofa Curved introduces new dimensions of

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Fabric, Upholstery

Postmodern Curved Back Sofa in White Textured Linen with Custom Frayed Trim
Postmodern Curved Back Sofa in White Textured Linen with Custom Frayed Trim

Postmodern Curved Back Sofa in White Textured Linen with Custom Frayed Trim

By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz

Located in Greenwich, CT

This elegant bench-cushion sofa features a single, seamless loose seat and a custom frayed trim

Category

2010s Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Upholstery

BUBBLÉ Sofa - Modern Organic Curved Sofa
BUBBLÉ Sofa - Modern Organic Curved Sofa

BUBBLÉ Sofa - Modern Organic Curved Sofa

By MORADA Haute Furniture Boutique LLC

Located in Miami, FL

With its smooth curves and clean design, the BUBBLÉ curved sofa brings subtle elegance into space

Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé

Modern Armless Curved Sofa
Modern Armless Curved Sofa

Modern Armless Curved Sofa

Located in Greenwich, CT

The Aprés sofa is a curved bench style sofa and has hand tied coil spring foundation wrapped in

Category

2010s North American Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Fabric, Maple

"Pietra" Modern Curved Ottoman Upholstered in Modern Knit Fabric
"Pietra" Modern Curved Ottoman Upholstered in Modern Knit Fabric

"Pietra" Modern Curved Ottoman Upholstered in Modern Knit Fabric

By Studio Marta Manente

Located in Centro, RS

suggestive image) *The rounded shape of the ottoman fits the front of the curved sofa, increasing depth for

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Fabric

Curved Sofa with Oxblood Cowhide and Fantastical Printed Velvet, Slope Arm
Curved Sofa with Oxblood Cowhide and Fantastical Printed Velvet, Slope Arm

Curved Sofa with Oxblood Cowhide and Fantastical Printed Velvet, Slope Arm

By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz

Located in Greenwich, CT

Curved, symmetrical sofa with slop arms upholstered with oxblood color hair on hide on back and

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Cowhide, Velvet

Modern Tight Seat Curved Sofa with Neutral Boucle and Contrast Welting
Modern Tight Seat Curved Sofa with Neutral Boucle and Contrast Welting

Modern Tight Seat Curved Sofa with Neutral Boucle and Contrast Welting

By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home

Located in Greenwich, CT

Mid-century modern curved sofa with tight seat and tight back. Upholstered in a light grey / tonal

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Maple, Lacquer

Italian Four Seater Curved Sofa
Italian Four Seater Curved Sofa

Italian Four Seater Curved Sofa

Located in Dallas, TX

Four-seat curved Italian sofa from the 1950's. The sofa features a continuous curved backrest, four

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Brass

Curved Sofa for Directional in the Style of Milo Baughman
Curved Sofa for Directional in the Style of Milo Baughman

Curved Sofa for Directional in the Style of Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

Curved sofa for Directional in the style of Milo Baughman reupholstered with Italian Boucle

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Curved Three Seat Sofa in the style of Otto Schulz
Curved Three Seat Sofa in the style of Otto Schulz

Curved Three Seat Sofa in the style of Otto Schulz

By Boet, Otto Schulz

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Luxurious, voluminous sofa in an inviting, curved shape with mustard yellow upholstery. In the

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Wharton Esherick Curved Sofa 1958
Wharton Esherick Curved Sofa 1958

Wharton Esherick Curved Sofa 1958

$144,000Sale Price|20% Off

Wharton Esherick Curved Sofa 1958

By Wharton Esherick

Located in Chicago, IL

art. The sofa’s curved structure and intricate detailing showcase his unique design approach and

Category

Vintage 1950s American Sofas

Materials

Poplar, Tulipwood, Walnut

Bahia Royal, Modern Curved Sofa
Bahia Royal, Modern Curved Sofa

Bahia Royal, Modern Curved Sofa

By MORADA Haute Furniture Boutique LLC

Located in Miami, FL

the inviting organic feel of this oversized sofa. The curved back seamlessly transitions into the

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

"Pietra" Curved Ottoman Upholsterd in Bouclé Fabric
"Pietra" Curved Ottoman Upholsterd in Bouclé Fabric

"Pietra" Curved Ottoman Upholsterd in Bouclé Fabric

By Studio Marta Manente

Located in Centro, RS

shape of the ottoman fits the front of the curved sofa, increasing depth for better comfort. (see Pietra

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Bouclé

Nefelibata Composition 6 Curved Pink Sofa
Nefelibata Composition 6 Curved Pink Sofa

Nefelibata Composition 6 Curved Pink Sofa

By Adrenalina

Located in Milan, IT

The Nefelibata Composition 6 curved pink sofa by Stormo Studio features a sinuous, flowing design

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile

Nefelibata Composition 4.1 Curved Green Sofa
Nefelibata Composition 4.1 Curved Green Sofa

Nefelibata Composition 4.1 Curved Green Sofa

By Adrenalina

Located in Milan, IT

The Nefelibata Composition 4.1 curved sofa features a distinctive sinuous design that defies

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile

Midcentury Curved Sofa in the Style of Edward Wormley for Reupholstering
Midcentury Curved Sofa in the Style of Edward Wormley for Reupholstering

Midcentury Curved Sofa in the Style of Edward Wormley for Reupholstering

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Hanover, MA

Midcentury curved sofa (front and back) with half track arms, on six distinctive V-form walnut

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The curved back sofa is a tuxedo style sofa with curved corners and features a single down-wrapped

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The curved back sofa is a tuxedo style sofa with curved corners and features a single down-wrapped

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The curved back sofa is a tuxedo style sofa with curved corners and features a single down-wrapped

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The curved back sofa is a tuxedo style sofa with curved corners and features a single down-wrapped

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Velvet Curved Sofa
Mid-Century Modern Velvet Curved Sofa

Mid-Century Modern Velvet Curved Sofa

Located in Wilmington, DE

Velvet upholstery. The sofa features a unique shape-Concave front and a curved back. The sofa gives off

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Bold Sofa Curved Open arms - S
Bold Sofa Curved Open arms - S

Bold Sofa Curved Open arms - S

By Mohdern

Located in Milano, Lombardia

With its contemporary design, this version of the Bold Sofa Curved introduces new dimensions of

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood

Nefelibata Composition 4.1 Curved Blue Bouclè Sofa
Nefelibata Composition 4.1 Curved Blue Bouclè Sofa

Nefelibata Composition 4.1 Curved Blue Bouclè Sofa

By Adrenalina

Located in Milan, IT

The Nefelibata composition 4.1 curved sofa features a sinuous design that breaks traditional sofa

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile

Nefelibata Composition 1 Curved Green Bouclé Sofa
Nefelibata Composition 1 Curved Green Bouclé Sofa

Nefelibata Composition 1 Curved Green Bouclé Sofa

By Adrenalina

Located in Milan, IT

The Nefelibata Composition 1 sofa features a unique curved silhouette that challenges traditional

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile

Vladimir Kagan New York Collection Curved Sofa
Vladimir Kagan New York Collection Curved Sofa

Vladimir Kagan New York Collection Curved Sofa

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Striking curved sofa from the Kagan New York Collection, featuring Vladimir Kagan’s signature

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas

Materials

Suede

Aedo Composizione 14 Brick Red Curved Sofa
Aedo Composizione 14 Brick Red Curved Sofa

Aedo Composizione 14 Brick Red Curved Sofa

By Adrenalina

Located in Milan, IT

Aedo composizione 14 is a large curved sofa designed with a focus on sensory experience and comfort

Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Textile

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

Midcentury Italian Curved Sofa in the style of Gio Ponti, circa 1958
Midcentury Italian Curved Sofa in the style of Gio Ponti, circa 1958

Midcentury Italian Curved Sofa in the style of Gio Ponti, circa 1958

By Gio Ponti

Located in Miami, FL

Beautiful midcentury curved Italian sofa with new upholstery in a taupe/beige tweed fabric, in the

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-century curved sofa in the style of Federico Munari (Dedar fabric), Italy
Mid-century curved sofa in the style of Federico Munari (Dedar fabric), Italy

Mid-century curved sofa in the style of Federico Munari (Dedar fabric), Italy

By Federico Munari

Located in Argelato, BO

This mid-century Italian sofa stands out for its harmonious elegance. Its curved silhouette, in

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Mohair Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Mohair Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

Mohair Curved Back Sofa by Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The curved back sofa is a tuxedo style sofa with curved corners and features a single down-wrapped

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Bold Sofa Curved Open arms - Barnum 024
Bold Sofa Curved Open arms - Barnum 024

Bold Sofa Curved Open arms - Barnum 024

By Mohdern

Located in Milano, Lombardia

With its contemporary design, this version of the Bold Sofa Curved introduces new dimensions of

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Fabric, Upholstery

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

Curved Egg Shape Sofa, in the Style of Ico Parisi, Pure Mohair, Italy, 1960s
Curved Egg Shape Sofa, in the Style of Ico Parisi, Pure Mohair, Italy, 1960s

Curved Egg Shape Sofa, in the Style of Ico Parisi, Pure Mohair, Italy, 1960s

By Ico Parisi

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A superb, unusual Italian egg shaped sofa, in the style of Ico Parisi. The sofa has been

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Elegant Curved Four-Seat Sofa in Floral Upholstery
Elegant Curved Four-Seat Sofa in Floral Upholstery

Elegant Curved Four-Seat Sofa in Floral Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Curved sofa, upholstery, Italy, 1960s This sofa bears multiple dynamic features. The shape of the

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Bold Sofa Curved Open arms Karakorum 003 - S
Bold Sofa Curved Open arms Karakorum 003 - S

Bold Sofa Curved Open arms Karakorum 003 - S

By Mohdern

Located in Milano, Lombardia

With its contemporary design, this version of the Bold Sofa Curved introduces new dimensions of

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Mid-century Modern Italian Curved Small Sofa 1950s
Mid-century Modern Italian Curved Small Sofa 1950s

Mid-century Modern Italian Curved Small Sofa 1950s

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Curved sofa from the 1950s, Italian production. Original upholstery of the time, we recommend

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Bold Sofa Curved Open arms Anouk 100 - S
Bold Sofa Curved Open arms Anouk 100 - S

Bold Sofa Curved Open arms Anouk 100 - S

By Mohdern

Located in Milano, Lombardia

With its contemporary design, this version of the Bold Sofa Curved introduces new dimensions of

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

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The Curved Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the the curved sofa you’re looking for. Each the curved sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and wool. If you’re shopping for a the curved sofa, we have 44 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the the curved sofa you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A the curved sofa is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made the curved sofa over the years, but those crafted by A. Rudin, Directional and Jhon Ortiz are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a The Curved Sofa?

Prices for a the curved sofa start at $2,800 and top out at $45,850 with the average selling for $8,500.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus. 

The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.

In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness

Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.

With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.

Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.

Questions About The Curved Sofa
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A curved sofa can be called many different things. Common names include arc sofa, arch sofa, crescent sofa and conversation sofa. You can shop a large selection of antique and vintage sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Curved back sofas are also known as conversation sofas or crescent sofas. Curved sofas are highly coveted as comfortable seating as well as for being a unique seating option. Shop a wide selection of curved back sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A curved dresser can be called by a number of different names, depending on its design. One that features only curved ends is a waterfall dresser, while pieces with convex curves on every side are bombe dressers. Furniture with curvy wave-like drawer fronts are serpentine dressers. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage and antique dressers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A curved door can be called by a number of names. They include arched door, curved-top door, arch-top door and round-top door. You can shop a variety of vintage and antique doors from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    What curved earrings are called depends on their style. Curved styles that extend down from the ear and have an open middle are hoops, and the smallest versions of hoops are huggies. A curved, solid precious metal orb mounted on a stud is a ball earring. Earrings that feature curved round gemstones mounted on posts are studs. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    A curved wedding ring is called a contoured or contour wedding ring. The appeal of its design is that it can complement the curves of engagement ring shapes like the brilliant round, the pear and the oval. Contour rings often feature diamond gemstones and come in a variety of metals, including yellow gold, white gold, rose gold and platinum. Find a collection of contour wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What you put behind a curved couch is largely a matter of personal preference. Place a table lamp behind one to provide task lighting or position a large sculpture or tall potted plant behind it to add interest to your space. Shop a collection of antique and vintage curved couches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    Why it is called a sofa is due to the history of the term. Sofa originated from the Arabic word soffa, which describes a low seat covered with plush pillows. French makers began producing their own versions of these furnishings in the 17th century, and by the 18th century, they had spread to other areas in Europe and were being referred to as sofas. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    A Dune sofa is not a particular type of sofa. Instead, it is a style name that several furniture makers have given to pieces they have produced. Among these makers are Nor11, Maiden Home and Ralph Pucci. You may also see the word “dune” used to indicate the color of a sofa. In this context, the term likely refers to a sandy beige shade.

    Mid-century modern furniture and Space Age design enthusiasts know French designer Pierre Paulin for his low-slung Dune seating collection, which is a favorite of musician Frank Ocean. Paulin’s Dune series features four different interchangeable modules for a custom arrangement.

    On 1stDibs, find a large selection of sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The most comfortable sofa is a personal choice and will depend upon the sofa seat’s depth and height, filling and upholstery, back height and the back-pitch angle to recline or not to recline. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Today, options abound when it comes to style, material and comfort. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A sofa plinth is a low base or pedestal that a sofa rests on. It borrows its name from a platform used to support an arch in classical architecture. People also call statue bases plinths. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Also known as living room suites or a three-piece suite, sofa suites are usually sofas with two matching chairs. On 1stDibs you will find a variety of options for antique, new and vintage sofa suites.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    A sofa armchair is a type of armchair. Specifically, the term describes an armchair with thick cushions on its backrest and seat and a deep frame that provides plenty of space for the user to settle in and relax. As a result, it offers the comfort typically associated with a sofa in a single-seat design, which is how this type of accent chair gets its name. Find a large selection of armchairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A serpentine sofa is an upholstered seating solution with a curvy shape reminiscent of the letter “S.” Vladimir Kagan designed the piece of furniture in 1950, and it has since become one of the best-known couches of the mid-century period. On 1stDibs, find a range of serpentine sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    In a tufted sofa, the upholstery fabric is tightly pulled and folded into a geometric pattern and secured by buttons. The cushions on a tufted sofa remain plump and quite comfortable over time. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tufted sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    No one knows for sure when the first sofa was invented. However, ancient versions of the furniture date back to 2000 B.C. in Egypt. Generally, Jay Wellingdon Couch receives credit for inventing the modern sofa in 1895. People even use his surname, Couch, as another name for the sofa. Explore a large selection of couches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    By the strictest definition, a sofa is not a chair. Generally, a chair is a seating solution for one person. Since a sofa seats more than one person at a time, it usually isn't considered a chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs and sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A recamier sofa is a type of couch that features a high curved headrest and a low footrest. This type of sofa is sometimes backless that can be kept flat across the wall. A recamier sofa looks great in a living room, bedroom, study or elsewhere in your home. Shop a range of antique and vintage recamier sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Sheraton sofa refers to a specific neo-classical English furniture style that features round tapered legs with contrasting veneer inlays. Sheraton style grew in popularity in the late 18th century and remains to be a home-décor favorite for its classic style. Shop a selection of authentic Sheraton pieces on 1stDibs.