Stunning Antique Fully Restored Cigar Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa Walnut
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
This sofa is just about as timeless as you could ever hope to find in terms of the lines look, feel and model, it’s the fully buttoned tradition tufted model so the highest in the ra...
Leather, Walnut
Carl Malmsten "Samspel" Sofa for Ab Record, Sweden 1950s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Utrecht, NL
The organicity of the design is not broken by any heavy ornamentation, instead the tufted, symmetrically arranged buttons on the back and the luxurious wool blend upholstery are util...
Wool, Wood
Danish Mid-Century Sofa with Sculptural Legs, Denmark 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The mostly rounded edges are broken by the pair of straight stretchers set between the front and the back legs. The button tufting on the backrest rhymes greatly with the long horizo...
Fabric, Wood
Wood Frame Low Back Sofa in Walnut and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
Within its minimal profile are seat and back cushions comprised of a variable density foam core surrounded by plush down and feather pillows that are hand sewn, tufted and welted. Lu...
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Victorian Howard & Sons Ticking Fabric Upholstered Double Wingback Sofa Armchair
By Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Victorian Howard & Son’s curved front double wingback sofa full stamped with H&S ticking A truly stunning piece, in subli...
Upholstery, Hardwood
Danish Cabinetmaker Two-Seater Sofa with Striped Upholstery, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The vertical stripes of the velour upholstery visually elongate the model, while the button tufting breaks these lines to add depth. The visual appearance of this sofa however, is no...
Fabric, Wood
Rope Twist Napoleon III Style Suite Seating Armchair & Settee Chesterfield Sofa
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
The pair are in sublime condition, every piece of the timber is hand carved in the Rope Twist formation, the upholstery is original, Chesterfield buttoned or tufted and nicely patter...
Upholstery, Wood
Swedish Modern Two-Seater Sofa in Sheepskin, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The rounded edges and curves create flowing lines, which is further enhanced by the upholstery’s rich texture and softness. The many tufted buttons on the backrest are arranged symme...
Sheepskin, Wood
European Mid-Century Upholstered Crescent Sofa, Europe, ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The tapered legs’ angle is adjusted to provide perfect stability, while the masterful sense of proportions and the soft upholstery guarantee functionality and comfort. The tufting on...
Fabric, Wood
Large Mid-Century Modern Sectional with Solid Walnut Frame and Chaise Lounge
By The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
The design is defined by its clean, tight seat and back cushions, complemented by sophisticated blind tuft detailing along the exterior. Shown in a textured indigo weave, the piece b...
Foam, Walnut, Down, Hardwood, Maple
Afra and Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Sofa in Leather, Italy, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Utrecht, NL
The defining upholstered body features tufted buttons all over it, which visually sections the sofa, while also adding depth to accentuate the softness.
Metal
Guillerme et Chambron Sculpted Oak Two-Seater Sofa for Votre Maison, France 1960
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Utrecht, NL
This two-seater’s back cushion is adorned with tufted buttons that sections and add depth to the upholstery.
Fabric, Wood
Danish Modern Three-Seater Sofa with Twisted Cord Trimming, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
On the decoration front, besides the scalloped back and tufted buttons - the red twisted cord trim stands out, especially against the rose upholstery.
Fabric, Wood
“Paradise” Sofa by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sweden, 1958
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Utrecht, NL
The sofa has the typical rounded form with button tufting on the backrest, and an arched wooden base.
Bouclé, Wood
1930s Made in England Hand Dyed Restored Whisky Brown 3 Seat Chesterfield Club
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
This sofa is just about as timeless as you could ever hope to find in terms of the lines look, feel and model, it’s the fully buttoned tradition tufted model so the highest in the ra...
Leather, Hardwood
French Victorian Velvet Dalmation Tete-a-tete
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian style (modern) tufted upholstered velvet tete-a-tete with dalmation design fabric and fringe at base
Velvet, Wood
Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.
Styles to Know
Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa
A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.
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