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Mid Century Italian Curved Sofa In Style of Federico Munari 1960s
Mid Century Italian Curved Sofa In Style of Federico Munari 1960s

Mid Century Italian Curved Sofa In Style of Federico Munari 1960s

By Federico Munari

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Mid Century Italian Curved Sofa, reminiscent of Federico Munari's style from the 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Curved Tufted Erwin Lambeth Sofa in Red
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Curved Tufted Erwin Lambeth Sofa in Red

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Curved Tufted Erwin Lambeth Sofa in Red

By Harvey Probber, Erwin Lambeth

Located in Hudson, NY

Sculptural curved sofa by Erwin-Lambeth. This piece was recovered a few years back in a stunning

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Curved Sofa In Ocher Velours Attributed To Federico Munar, Italy 1950s
Curved Sofa In Ocher Velours Attributed To Federico Munar, Italy 1950s

Curved Sofa In Ocher Velours Attributed To Federico Munar, Italy 1950s

By Frederico Murani

Located in Hellouw, NL

Curved sofa in velours attributed to Federico Munari.Wonderful organically formed with a

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Grey Ultrasuede
Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Grey Ultrasuede

Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Grey Ultrasuede

By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Jean Royère

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful and very elegant 1940s curved two-seat. The sofa has springs in the seat and the backrest

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech, Ultrasuede

Roche Bobois by Gabriele Assmann & Alfred Kleene Leather Digital Curved Sofa
Roche Bobois by Gabriele Assmann & Alfred Kleene Leather Digital Curved Sofa

Roche Bobois by Gabriele Assmann & Alfred Kleene Leather Digital Curved Sofa

By Roche Bobois

Located in Rochester, England

in grey textured leather, the sofa has a curved profile with three extra throw cushions. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Curved Italian Sofa Upholstered in Mohair, Italy ca 1950s
Mid-Century Curved Italian Sofa Upholstered in Mohair, Italy ca 1950s

Mid-Century Curved Italian Sofa Upholstered in Mohair, Italy ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

encourages conversation and interaction, thanks to its welcoming curvature. While most curved sofas of the

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Curved Custom-Made Midcentury Two Piece Sectional Sofa
Curved Custom-Made Midcentury Two Piece Sectional Sofa

Curved Custom-Made Midcentury Two Piece Sectional Sofa

Located in Chicago, IL

Gorgeous fully restored and reupholstered two piece mid-century curved sectional sofa. The fitted

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Brass

Attributed Gio Ponti Midcentury Rare Velvet Curved Sofa "Casa E Giardino", 1950
Attributed Gio Ponti Midcentury Rare Velvet Curved Sofa "Casa E Giardino", 1950

Attributed Gio Ponti Midcentury Rare Velvet Curved Sofa "Casa E Giardino", 1950

By Casa e Giardino, Gio Ponti

Located in Puglia, Puglia

A rare sofa attributed Gio Ponti for Casa e Giardino from the 1950s, curved three-seater sofa. The

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Purple Velvet and Brass Italian Curved Sofa, circa 1950
Mid-Century Modern Purple Velvet and Brass Italian Curved Sofa, circa 1950

Mid-Century Modern Purple Velvet and Brass Italian Curved Sofa, circa 1950

By Ico Parisi

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Stylish curved sofa in the manner of Ico Parisi made in Italy in the 1950s, has been reupholstered

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

1950s Gio Ponti Style Mid-Century Modern Brass and Velvet Italian Curved Sofa
1950s Gio Ponti Style Mid-Century Modern Brass and Velvet Italian Curved Sofa

1950s Gio Ponti Style Mid-Century Modern Brass and Velvet Italian Curved Sofa

By Gio Ponti, Casa e Giardino

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Stylish Mid-Century Modern gray velvet and brass Italian curved sofa in the manner of Gio Ponti

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Rare Mid-Century Curved Back Sofa in Book-Matched Walnut signed Karl Springer
Rare Mid-Century Curved Back Sofa in Book-Matched Walnut signed Karl Springer

Rare Mid-Century Curved Back Sofa in Book-Matched Walnut signed Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

This rare curved-back sofa, signed by renowned American designer Karl Springer and crafted circa

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Modern Mid-Century Style Green and Forest Motif Curved Sofa and Armchair France
Modern Mid-Century Style Green and Forest Motif Curved Sofa and Armchair France

Modern Mid-Century Style Green and Forest Motif Curved Sofa and Armchair France

Located in Madrid, ES

This elegant set composed of a curved sofa and a matching armchair has been newly reupholstered in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Velvet

Monumental Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin 1975 Curved Circular Sectional Sofa
Monumental Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin 1975 Curved Circular Sectional Sofa

Monumental Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin 1975 Curved Circular Sectional Sofa

By Milo Baughman, Maurice Villency, Thayer Coggin

Located in Hudson, NY

to form an approximately 14 foot long curved sofa, or can be separated and used as 2 curved sofas-

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern De Sede 600 Nonstop Curved Leather Sectional Sofa in Cognac
Mid-Century Modern De Sede 600 Nonstop Curved Leather Sectional Sofa in Cognac

Mid-Century Modern De Sede 600 Nonstop Curved Leather Sectional Sofa in Cognac

By De Sede, Stendig Co., Ueli Berger

Located in Philadelphia, PA

without any holes or rips. In a straight position the sofa measures W132 D38 H30. In a fully curved

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wool, Wood

Huge Italian Velvet Sofa in the Manner of Ico Parisi
Huge Italian Velvet Sofa in the Manner of Ico Parisi

Huge Italian Velvet Sofa in the Manner of Ico Parisi

By Ico Parisi

Located in Berlin, BE

Wonderful huge curved sofa in the manner of Ico Parisi. The sofa is newly upholstered in velvet and

Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Huge Italian Velvet Sofa in the Manner of Ico Parisi
Huge Italian Velvet Sofa in the Manner of Ico Parisi

Huge Italian Velvet Sofa in the Manner of Ico Parisi

By Ico Parisi

Located in Berlin, BE

Wonderful huge curved sofa in the manner of Ico Parisi. The sofa is newly upholstered in velvet and

Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

A Curved 50's Settee In The Style Of Parisi
A Curved 50's Settee In The Style Of Parisi

A Curved 50's Settee In The Style Of Parisi

Located in Kent, Dover

An Italian curved sculptural two seat settee in the style of Ico Parisi. On turned French polished

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas

Claw Foot Sofa
Claw Foot Sofa

Claw Foot Sofa

Sold|$2,995

Claw Foot Sofa

Located in New York, NY

Curved back sofa. The front legs are claw feet resting on a round ball.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Sofas

Materials

Wood

Danish Sofa, 1950s
Danish Sofa, 1950s

Danish Sofa, 1950s

Sold|$12,468

Danish Sofa, 1950s

Located in London, GB

. The straight back of the sofa gently curves around to the arms, a line echoed by the floating, solid

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Beech

Rare Gio Ponti Sofa
Rare Gio Ponti Sofa

Rare Gio Ponti Sofa

By Gio Ponti

Located in San Francisco, CA

A rare sofa designed by Gio Ponti for Casa e Giardino, circa 1950. The elegant sofa has a curved

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Wool

monumental organic sofa - 1970s
monumental organic sofa - 1970s

monumental organic sofa - 1970s

Located in Paris, FR

Curved sofa from the 1970s. Textured black fabric in beautiful condition, not new. Exceptional

Category

Vintage 1970s French Space Age Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

19th Century Swedish Sofa
19th Century Swedish Sofa

19th Century Swedish Sofa

Located in London, GB

A 19th century stained pine sofa, the curved armrests flanking a bevelled and elegantly wavy back

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Pine

Danish Art Deco Sofa
Danish Art Deco Sofa

Danish Art Deco Sofa

Located in Madrid, ES

Lightly curved sofa in the style of Art Deco. Presumably Danish. Reupholstered in two different

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Beech, Velvet

Sculptural Sofa After Vladimir Kagan
Sculptural Sofa After Vladimir Kagan

Sculptural Sofa After Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

architectural. The sexy curves of this sofa will give instant glamour to any room. The sofa is newly restored

Category

Vintage 1960s American Sofas

1960s Danish Teak Upholstered Sofa
1960s Danish Teak Upholstered Sofa

1960s Danish Teak Upholstered Sofa

Located in High Point, NC

elements, such as tapered legs and elegantly curved armrests, lend the sofa a timeless sophistication. Each

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Vladimir Kagan Rare Pair of Sofas
Vladimir Kagan Rare Pair of Sofas

Vladimir Kagan Rare Pair of Sofas

Located in New York, NY

wool upholstery. The wood plinth bases curve along the line of sofas.

Category

20th Century American Sofas

Materials

Wool, Silk, Wood

Small 19th Century Swedish Buttoned Sofa
Small 19th Century Swedish Buttoned Sofa

Small 19th Century Swedish Buttoned Sofa

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

sofa has been later covered in antique heavy linen with old French stripey ticking around the curved

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Sofas

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Wood

French Art Deco Sofa in Walnut
French Art Deco Sofa in Walnut

French Art Deco Sofa in Walnut

Located in Houston, TX

Great Art Deco sofa has “kidney” shape body. The back is slightly curved. Sofa is newly re

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa for Preview
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa for Preview

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa for Preview

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful serpentine sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and manufactured by Preview. The sofa has

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Sofa by Berga Möbler, Sweden, 1940s
Sofa by Berga Möbler, Sweden, 1940s

Sofa by Berga Möbler, Sweden, 1940s

By Berga Mobler

Located in Utrecht, NL

comfort of the sofa with its curved and rounded backrest and armrests. The back is tufted with three large

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa for Preview
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa for Preview

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa for Preview

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful serpentine sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and manufactured by Preview. The sofa has

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas

Finn Juhl Model 57 "Tivoli" Sofa
Finn Juhl Model 57 "Tivoli" Sofa

Finn Juhl Model 57 "Tivoli" Sofa

By Finn Juhl

Located in Highland, IN

stainless steel legs with teak feet, the sofa has beautiful curves on the corners and the back. In fact, the

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Eames Sofa Compact for Herman Miller

Eames Sofa Compact for Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

vinyl upholstery. The frame is black enameled steel and the sofa sits on curved legs of chromed steel

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

De Sede Black Leather Sofa 1978 Switzerland
De Sede Black Leather Sofa 1978 Switzerland

De Sede Black Leather Sofa 1978 Switzerland

By De Sede

Located in Den Haag, NL

Top Quality sofa from Switzerland. Love the curved shape of this sofa. Smooth soft Black leather

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Danish Modern Three-Seater Sofa, Denmark 1940s
Danish Modern Three-Seater Sofa, Denmark 1940s

Danish Modern Three-Seater Sofa, Denmark 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

curves, and the classic tuxedo sofa, with high and slightly curved and streamlined arms the same height

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak, Fabric

Zaha Hadid Moraine Sofa in Pont Hide
Zaha Hadid Moraine Sofa in Pont Hide

Zaha Hadid Moraine Sofa in Pont Hide

By Zaha Hadid

Located in Toronto, Ontario

foam construction. The precise curves of the sofa ripple through space with the monumental softness of

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Hide

Pair of Classic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofas
Pair of Classic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofas

Pair of Classic Kidney Bean Shaped Sofas

Located in Dallas, TX

with modern touch. The sofas have curved backs and a thick body, the clean seat cushions complement the

Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

1940s Danish Modern Sofa by Frits Henningsen
1940s Danish Modern Sofa by Frits Henningsen

1940s Danish Modern Sofa by Frits Henningsen

By Frits Henningsen

Located in New York, NY

love the addition of the brown leather trim, which follows the contours and curves of the sofa, and

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Sofas

Materials

Leather, Bouclé, Mahogany

MCM Adrian Pearsall Sofa, New Mohair Upholstery
MCM Adrian Pearsall Sofa, New Mohair Upholstery

MCM Adrian Pearsall Sofa, New Mohair Upholstery

By Harvey Probber, Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall, Edward Wormley

Located in Raleigh, NC

walnut provides the perfect foundation for the sofa's dramatic curves, grounding the piece while allowing

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair

Vintage Coastal Rattan Sofa after Brown Jordan
Vintage Coastal Rattan Sofa after Brown Jordan

Vintage Coastal Rattan Sofa after Brown Jordan

By Brown Jordan, Ficks Reed

Located in Trenton, NJ

furniture artistry. The natural beauty of the bentwood rattan is enhanced by the couch's graceful curves and

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Bohemian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Classic Danish TEAK framed sofa by Arne Hovmand Olsen
Classic Danish TEAK framed sofa by Arne Hovmand Olsen

Classic Danish TEAK framed sofa by Arne Hovmand Olsen

By Arne Hovmand-Olsen

Located in Buffalo, NY

teak frame, The simplistic curves of this sofa will look fantastic in any design environment, Superior

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Leather
De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Leather

De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Leather

By Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, and Ueli Berger, Stendig Co., De Sede, Klaus Vogt

Located in New York, NY

boasts soft, inviting leather upholstery. When zipped together the sofa can be curved in or out to

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Vintage Recamier Sofa Upholstered in Clarence House Velvet
Vintage Recamier Sofa Upholstered in Clarence House Velvet

Vintage Recamier Sofa Upholstered in Clarence House Velvet

Located in Locust Valley, NY

sofa features graceful curves to the back, legs and curved arms with carved details to the frame apron

Category

20th Century Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Peacock Blue Velvet 1950s Style Sofa, Italian Work
Peacock Blue Velvet 1950s Style Sofa, Italian Work

Peacock Blue Velvet 1950s Style Sofa, Italian Work

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Peacock blue velvet sofa in the style of the 1950s. Nice curved "bean" shape, the sofa stands on

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Italian Lady Style Aubergine Purple Velvet Sofa, 1950s
Italian Lady Style Aubergine Purple Velvet Sofa, 1950s

Italian Lady Style Aubergine Purple Velvet Sofa, 1950s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian Lady style aubergine purple velvet sofa, 1950s. The sofa, with curved arms and black metal

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

19th Century Biedermeier German Sofa, Cherry Wood, 1830s
19th Century Biedermeier German Sofa, Cherry Wood, 1830s

19th Century Biedermeier German Sofa, Cherry Wood, 1830s

Located in Wrocław, Poland

and has been reupholstered with classy black fabric. The sofa features beautifully curved armrests and

Category

Antique 1830s German Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

Cherry

English Style Rolled Arm Camel Mohair Sofa Settee
English Style Rolled Arm Camel Mohair Sofa Settee

English Style Rolled Arm Camel Mohair Sofa Settee

Located in Rio Vista, CA

deep seat cushions and back pillows. The front of the sofa is curved or scalloped with brass tack nail

Category

20th Century American Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Serpentine / Cloud Sofa in Toast Color, 1990s
Beautiful Serpentine / Cloud Sofa in Toast Color, 1990s

Beautiful Serpentine / Cloud Sofa in Toast Color, 1990s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning curved sofas in the boucle toast fabric in very good to excellent condition. Very few if

Category

1990s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

European Cabinetmaker Upholstered Kidney Sofa, Europe ca 1950s
European Cabinetmaker Upholstered Kidney Sofa, Europe ca 1950s

European Cabinetmaker Upholstered Kidney Sofa, Europe ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

This beautiful curved sofa features the recognizable touch of European Modernism: exquisite

Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Floating Back Sofa by Vladimir Kagan w/ COA
Floating Back Sofa by Vladimir Kagan w/ COA

Floating Back Sofa by Vladimir Kagan w/ COA

By HOLLY HUNT, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Westport, CT

First designed in 1952, the Floating Curved Sofa united two early Kagan signatures with its curved

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Edward Wormley Reupholstered 'Janus' Sofa with Green Upholstery
Edward Wormley Reupholstered 'Janus' Sofa with Green Upholstery

Edward Wormley Reupholstered 'Janus' Sofa with Green Upholstery

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Waalwijk, NL

with the bulky look of the seat. The curved shaped of this sofa gives it a more intimate appearance

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seater “Banana” Sofa, Denmark, 1940s
Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seater “Banana” Sofa, Denmark, 1940s

Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seater “Banana” Sofa, Denmark, 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

touch of Danish Modernism. Thanks to its elegantly curved shape, this type of sofa is often referred to

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Hartmut Lohmeyer Model 400 Sofa By Wilkhahn, 1962
Hartmut Lohmeyer Model 400 Sofa By Wilkhahn, 1962

Hartmut Lohmeyer Model 400 Sofa By Wilkhahn, 1962

By Hartmut Lohmeyer, Wilkhahn

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

nice high quality Kvadrat upholstery which follow the curves of the sofa. This accentuates the

Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Cane, Teak, Wool

Massive Mid-Century Adrian Pearsall Platform Boomerang Sofa
Massive Mid-Century Adrian Pearsall Platform Boomerang Sofa

Massive Mid-Century Adrian Pearsall Platform Boomerang Sofa

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Chattanooga, TN

modernism. Measuring over ten feet in length, the sofa’s sweeping boomerang curve and low-slung walnut

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Modern Sofa "Kuba" by Bertil Fridhagen, Sweden, 1960s
Midcentury Modern Sofa "Kuba" by Bertil Fridhagen, Sweden, 1960s

Midcentury Modern Sofa "Kuba" by Bertil Fridhagen, Sweden, 1960s

By Bertil Fridhagen, Bröderna Anderssons 1

Located in Genarp, SE

. The sofa has nice curves and are beatiful from every angle. The sofa has new elestic rubber bands.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

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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 ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    A Nelson sofa is a sofa designed by George Nelson. Introduced in 1968, it features an exposed wooden frame and button-tufted cushions outlined by piping. The American industrial designer created the piece for Herman Miller, and the company continues to manufacture and sell it today. Explore a variety of George Nelson sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bergère sofa is a piece of furniture more commonly called a bergère chair. The term describes an armchair that features upholstery on its back, arms and seat and a decorative wooden frame. Bergère chairs emerged during the Regency period in France but became especially popular during the Rococo era. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bergère chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bouclé sofa is a sofa that’s made from the heavy textile known as boucle. Bouclé is known for its fuzziness and soft texture, and designers often use it on rounded and asymmetrical furniture. Shop a collection of boucle sofas and other furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    A bumper sofa is a sofa with a specific design. Usually part of a larger sectional sofa, it is a long chaise with an extended armrest. The design of the bumper sofa makes it possible for a single person to sit with their legs stretched out along the chaise or for multiple people to sit on the chaise with their feet on the floor, using the armrest as a backrest. Shop a large collection of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A Bridgewater sofa is a sofa with a low profile and low arms that are set slightly back from the front of the sofa. Classic Bridgewater sofas also feature a skirt and a rolled back. This is a simple and classic sofa that is an excellent choice for many homes. Shop charming Bridgewater sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Corbusier sofa is a sofa designed by Swiss-born Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, best known by his adopted name Le Corbusier. He was a highly influential architect, designer, painter, urban planner and writer whose career spanned almost five decades. With the help of Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier created a number of designs for seating, including the famous LC2 and LC3. Each couples a tubular chrome frame with soft, supple leather upholstery, lending an organic warmth to an industrially made design and is engineered using ergonomic principles to complement the contours of the human form. Find a variety of vintage Le Corbusier sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Howard sofa is characterized by its slightly curved sprung back, low level arms and a deep seat designed for comfort. It has been described as a timeless British classic. Shop a collection of authentic Howard sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A horsehair sofa is a piece of furniture large enough to sit two or three people side by side. The term horsehair refers to the fact that its upholstery is fabric made from wefts of hair from a horse's tail. On 1stDibs, shop a range of horsehair sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A wingback sofa or chair has extensions from the back that wrap around the sides partially creating a sort of wing that branches out of the back. Often the wings extend down and then form the arms of the chair or sofa, but not always. Shop a collection of wingback furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Knoll sofa, or a Knole sofa, is an interesting piece of furniture that’s believed to have its origins in the 1600s and to be the precursor to the modern sofa. It features two side-by-side cushions and arms that are as high as the back of the sofa. The most interesting feature is that these arms can often be tied back or dropped to change the profile of the sofa. Find an assortment of Knole sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A Chesterfield sofa is a couch with rolled arms that are as tall as the back of the sofa. They always feature deep button tufting everywhere, including the cushion.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Lawson sofa is characterized by a classic-shaped frame, with deep detachable cushions. The arms might be straight or feature a slight roll. The sofa is often decorated with complementary pillows to offer an extra level of comfort. Find a selection of Lawson sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.