Thin Frame Tuxedo Sofa
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A minimal tuxedo sofa with solid wood frame and hand tied springs having down-filled cushions and pillow backs upholstered in blue cotton velvet.
2010s American Sofas
Upholstery
Thin Frame Tuxedo Sofa
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A minimal tuxedo sofa with solid wood frame and hand tied springs having down-filled cushions and pillow backs upholstered in blue cotton velvet.
Upholstery
$5,200
H 27.95 in W 77.16 in D 25.6 in
Air Sofa Burkhard Vogtherr Newly Upholstered Brown Teddy Bouclé , 1980s
By Burkhard Vogtherr
Located in Vienna, AT
This smaller version of the original 'air' sofa derives from the idea to subtract the bulk of traditional armchairs, using filament-like supports to create a sense of airiness and al...
Steel
Swedish Modern "Star" Sofa for SM Wincrantz, Sweden 1950s
By SM Wincrantz 1
Located in Utrecht, NL
Thanks to the interesting and stylish fabric, the upholstery can be considered the main decorative element, with its light colour highlighting the sofa’s curves. The thin tapered leg...
Fabric, Wood
$8,500
H 27.95 in W 77.16 in D 25.6 in
Air Sofa Burkhard Vogtherr Newly Upholstered Amarena Brown Teddy Bouclé , 1980s
By Burkhard Vogtherr
Located in Vienna, AT
We have two other versions of these sofas available. This larger version of the original 'air' sofa derives from the idea to subtract the bulk of traditional armchairs, using filame...
Steel
Teak Wood Three-Seat Sofa with Light Beige Upholstery, Fine Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
Wrapped in soft wheat-thin twill weave fabric, this sofa exudes a light, airy feel, perfect for modern and refined interiors.
Upholstery, Teak, Fabric
$3,305 / set
H 35.83 in W 37.8 in D 32.68 in
Two Large Brazilian Armchairs in the Manner of Sergio Rodrigues, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
This settee is executed in Brazilian rosewood and velvet and holds several well-constructed details such as the slatted back and the use of slender and delicate slats of rosewood tha...
Fabric, Wood
Extremely Rare George Nelson Thin Edge Sofa, 1954
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extremely rare George Nelson "Thin Edge" sofa #5481 produced for only 2 years from 1954-1956, this is the only sofa known to come to market, matching lounge chairs also available.
Stunning and Rare George Nelson Thin Edge Platform Sofa Set
By George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George Nelson thin edge white laminate small sofa set, Original upholstery from 1953
Unavailable
H 28.5 in W 80.5 in D 29.25 in
Ultimate Grete Jalk Sofa, Restored, All Teak Frame, Thin Back Slats, 1960s
By Grete Jalk, France & Søn
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
It is the ultimate of her sofas - as it has the all teak frame (many have only teak armrests on a beech frame), as well as having the thin teak back slats (rather than the Danish Cab...
Upholstery, Teak
George Nelson Thin Edge Sofa System
Located in Chicago, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller seating system. Reupholstered in Knoll Swing Pearl Grey.
Thin Edge Sofa by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Gorgeous Thin Edge sofa designed by George Nelson and made by Herman Miller.
George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge Sofa No. 5483
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Kansas City, MO
The wide flat arms double as a side tables. Cast aluminum thin edge group legs.
Aluminum
Mid-Century Tweed Sofa
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
A lightweight sofa with a thin profile. Its construction is simple, yet sturdy, comprised only of four pieces, and thus easily flat packed.
Mid Century 1960s Italian Sofa
Located in London, London
The armrests are angled slightly outward, adding to the overall modernist aesthetic. The sofa stands on thin, black metal legs, which are tapered and angled, providing a light and ai...
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Iron Frame Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Thin iron frame sofa with arms. Mid-century modern lines in a Dorothy Schindele style.
Iron
Sofa "442" by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, the Netherlands, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Utrecht, NL
The thin legs fully support the sofa which shows the skill of the manufacturer as well.
Metal
Sofa and Lounge Chair Set by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Van Nuys, CA
An early George Nelson thin edge series matching sofa and lounge chair set, this piece was manufactured by Herman Miller in 1955.
Custom Made Holly Hunt Deep Blue Velvet Fabric Contemporary Modern Sofa
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
It features a one piece design, with a thin black platform base. This sofa has three back pillows, and one massive seat cushions that stretches the length of the whole piece.
Velvet, Wood, Down
Sold
H 37.41 in W 94.49 in L 37.41 in
Italian Mid-Century Sofa Bed Anfibio by Becchi for Giovannetti Collezioni, 1970s
By Alessandro Becchi, Giovannetti
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century Sofa bed Anfibio by Becchi for Giovannetti Collezioni, 1970s Sofa bed Anfibio in beige and brown thin striped fabric.
Fabric
GEORGE NELSON
Located in Chicago, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller, Thin Edge Sofa. Seat is 16.5" high
Timothy Oulton Halo Viscount Three Seater Tan Leather Sofa
By Timothy Oulton
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Timothy Oulton Viscount sofa. A very comfortable sofa, thin arms to give you maximum seating without using too much space in your ho...
Leather
Daybed by Florence Knoll and Charles Nedringhaus
By Knoll, Richard Stein
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An adjustable and uncommon daybed/sofa having a thin-gauged iron base supporting a tailored and generously scaled sofa or daybed that retains its original Knoll tweed fabric.
Iron
Sold
H 27.95 in W 77.16 in D 25.6 in
Air Sofa Burkhard Vogtherr Newly Upholstered Brown Teddy Bouclé, 1980s
By Burkhard Vogtherr
Located in Vienna, AT
This larger version of the original 'air' sofa derives from the idea to subtract the bulk of traditional armchairs, using filament-like supports to create a sense of airiness and all...
Steel
Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Sofa in Floral Upholstery and Ash
By Saporiti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
The thick seat makes this a solid and stable sofa, while the thin wooden legs lift this sofa just a bit from the ground, resulting in a counterbalanced appearance.
Fabric, Ash
Sold
H 30 in W 87 in D 37 in
Superb English Tufted Bench Mottled Brown 87 Inch Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Unlike modern furniture made from thin, mass-produced cowhide, this sofa is wrapped in hearty buffalo leather — known for its natural toughness, rich texture, and superior longevity.
Leather, Oak
Original George Nelson Thin Edge Sofa Set from 1953
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
All original George Nelson Thin Edge Sofa set, Perfect for a small office or apartment.
George Nelson Thin Edge sofa and ottoman. Herman Miller 1955.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A rare sofa and ottoman by George Nelson made to accompany his "thin edge" group of case goods.
Upholstery
George Nelson 3 seat sofa-1950's-thin edge legs-Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
George Nelson 3 seat sofa from the 1950's. Sofa is fully reupholstered in gray Maharam wool, on aluminum, thin edge legs.
Sold
H 30.5 in W 80 in D 30 in
Ultimate Grete Jalk Sofa, Restored, All Teak Frame, Thin Back Slats, 1960s
By France & Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
It is the ultimate of her sofas - as it has the all teak frame (many have only teak armrests on a beech frame), as well as having the thin teak back slats (rather than the Danish Cab...
Upholstery, Teak
Modernist Sofa
Located in New York, NY
A rectangular sofa form with thin arms and back, ornamented only by the "cut in" recesses in each arm for the round bolsters.
Wood
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, Velvet and Chrome Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Bridport, CT
Newly upholstered in beautiful grey velvet loveseat sofa. Perfect thin chrome detailing. Milo Baughman designed for Thayer Coggin.
Chrome
Rare Brazilian Modern Pau Marfim Wood Sofa by Rino Levi
By Rino Levi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Brazilian Modern Pau Marfim wood frame sofa with amazing thin lines Designed by Rino Levi Circa 1950s also have the matching armchair
Sofa and Pair of Armchairs by Jules Leleu, circa 1930
By Jules Leleu
Located in Paris, FR
Composed of a three places sofa and two club armchairs covered with an ivory coton, round back and armrest, on natural wood legs highlightened by thin tricks of bone.
Cotton
Sofa and daybed Lotus 65 by Rob Parry for Gelderland, 1950s
By Gelderland, Rob Parry
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
This Minimalist designed sofa has thin metal legs and can easily be turned into a bed.
Metal
20th Century English Knoll Sofa
By Parker Knoll
Located in Tetbury, GB
The seat cushions are quite thinly stuffed so the sofa is quite firm - these could do with further feather and down if desired.
Velvet
Ib Kofod-Larsen Samsö OPE Beech and Leather Loveseat or Sofa
By OPE, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Winnipeg, Manitoba
The arms are hand carved to a very thin edge. The sofa is very comfortable thanks to feather filled leather cushions supported by rubber webbing.
Beech, Leather
Midcentury Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Italy, circa 1960s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Midcentury, wooden three-seat sofa with thin frame in a matte finish. Newly upholstered in muslin for custom fabric or leather.
Muslin, Wood
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$2,860 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
This rotating armchair by Neca Abrantes is a striking fusion of contemporary Brazilian design and indigenous handcrafted traditions. Known for her deep passion for native craftsmansh...
Straw
Capiz Shell Table Lamp, Model Cornelia
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cornelia Table Lamp is a lamp that is made from capiz shells which gives the material an irregular structure. This makes each lamp unique, something that adds to its character and pe...
Brass
$1,731 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 43.31 in
Contemporary Art Deco Mint green and Red powder coated Carousel 5 arms pendant
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Carousel suspension lamp has a delicate balance of form and function that produces a quiet, modern light ambiance for all to savour, with its Contemporary Art Deco lines. The struct...
Metal
$16,763 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Sofa, Walnut, Canvas, Velvet, USA, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut, beige canvas webbing and brown velvet sofa designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb Furniture Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, 1950s. 16” seat hei...
Canvas, Velvet, Walnut
$4,500 / item
H 36 in Dm 32.5 in
Glossy Cream Ceramic Lola Chandelier in Antique Brass 3-Arm 32.5" DIA
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Three antique brass patina arms curve up from a ceramic cluster dish to three tall stoneware ceramic shades in a glossy glaze with a subtle off-white hue. With a fixed black walnut o...
Brass
$8,616 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Poplar burl wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccabl...
Burl, Poplar
$13,575 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
$9,475 / item
H 31 in W 84 in D 40 in
Lawson-Fenning Mesa Sofa, Brown Mohair with Walnut Base, Modern Couch
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mesa Sofa by Lawson-Fenning is a fully upholstered sofa that features a walnut or oak plinth base. Also available as an L Shaped Sectional or a Sectional with Chaise. The Lawson...
Upholstery, Walnut, Mohair
Douglas Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Douglas sofa is a low-slung sofa with a down-wrapped seat cushion and solid American walnut or white oak legs. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Ang...
Mohair, Walnut
"Tellus" Sofa by Folke Jansson for SM Wincrantz, Sweden 1950s
By SM Wincrantz 1, Folke Jansson
Located in Utrecht, NL
Sweden contributed to the progression of form and function in its own way based on long-standing traditions, natural resources, and the critical, yet often coincidental, availability...
Fabric, Wood
"Orion" Sofa by Folke Jansson for SM Wincrantz, Sweden 1950s
By SM Wincrantz 1, Folke Jansson
Located in Utrecht, NL
Sweden contributed to the progression of form and function in its own way, based on long-standing traditions, natural resources, and the critical - yet often coincidental - availabil...
Fabric, Wood
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.
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