1950's Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Style Long Gold Tweed Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage original Midcentury Modern couch for sale. Incredible tuxedo clean design, and very
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
1950's Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Style Long Gold Tweed Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage original Midcentury Modern couch for sale. Incredible tuxedo clean design, and very
Brass
$6,100 / item
H 29.9 in W 85 in D 31.5 in
DuBois Multi Tweed 3-Seat Classic Tailored Chesterfield Sofa
Located in New York, NY
the Du Bois Settee and Du Bois Arm Chair for a complete look. 3-Seat Multi Tweed Chesterfield Sofa
Wood, Fabric, Wool
Three Seat Sofa in a Grayish Tweed Fabric, 21st Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Three Seat Sofa in a Grayish Tweed Fabric, 21st Century
Fabric
$4,500
H 31 in W 95 in D 28.5 in
Long Midcentury Danish Modern Sofa in Teak with Gray Tweed Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek modern sofa from Scandinavia circa 1960's This sofa features solid teak legs & base. It was
Fabric, Teak
$4,200
H 28.5 in W 87.88 in D 34 in
Vintage Italian Modernist Sculptural Sofa in Blue Tweed with Brass Tapered Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Italian Modern sofa in original blue tweed upholstery supported by cast solid brass tapered legs
Brass
$7,830Sale Price|20% Off
H 27.56 in W 122.05 in D 86.62 in
Minotti "Freeman" 4-Seat L-Shape Sofa - In Dedar Tweed Fabric
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is a superb, Minotti "Freeman" 4-Seat Sofa (consisting of a 2-seat
Linen
$7,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 29.5 in W 80 in D 34 in
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Modern Tweed & Mahogany Bracket Back Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dayton, OH
arms, original tweed plaid button tufted upholstery and two large seat cushions. The sofa is supported
Upholstery, Mahogany
$3,400
H 32 in W 60.75 in D 30.5 in
Vintage Danish Modern Oak, Tweed and Leather EJ315 Sofa by Erik Jørgensen
By Erik Jørgensen
Located in Shippensburg, PA
two-seater version with a replaced tweed upholstery of very fine grade while the frame retains its
Leather, Upholstery, Oak
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
H 29 in W 60 in D 33 in
Mid-Century Modern Tweed & Walnut Sofa Attributed to Milo Baughman, USA, c. 1970
By Milo Baughman
Located in Deland, FL
original tweed upholstery, in a fabulous lime green with off-white accent strips, practically screams early
Fabric
$4,009
H 29.14 in W 62.6 in D 30.32 in
small curved 1950's Italian 2 Seater Sofa attributed to Ico Parisi, green tweed
By Ico Parisi
Located in London, Fitzrovia
A Small curved organic 1950's Italian 2 Seater Sofa attributed to Ico Parisi, upholstered in a
Wood, Wool
$4,600 / item
H 29.9 in W 59.05 in D 31.5 in
DuBois Multi Tweed 2-Seat Classic Tailored Chesterfield Settee
Located in New York, NY
the Du Bois Sofa and Du Bois Arm Chair for a complete look. Multi Tweed 2 Seat Chesterfield Color
Fabric, Wool, Wood
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 26 in W 87.5 in D 33 in
Vintage Charles Pfister Knoll Studio Upholstered Sofa
By Charles Pfister, Knoll
Located in Miami, FL
Knoll linen-blend tweed fabric. The sofa has three loose seat and back cushions and is incredibly well
Linen
$4,720Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 33.5 in W 52 in D 30 in
Unique Industrial Brass and Walnut Loveseat and Matching Chair w/ Gray Tweed
Located in Deland, FL
a kind. Upholstered in a fabulous grey tweed this BOLD set is perfect both in a home or office
Brass
$7,850 / set
H 30 in W 33 in D 33 in
1980s Attributed to Milo Baughman Slippers Modular Tweed Sectional
By Milo Baughman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning modular sectional you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the b...
Upholstery
$3,801
H 38.59 in W 84.26 in D 38.19 in
STUNNING HARRIS TWEED MADE IN ENGLAND BROWN LEATHER SOFA PART OF LARGE SUiTE
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
and very stylish Harris Tweed brown leather three seat sofa which is part of a large suite Please
Leather, Upholstery
Tweed Sofa with Buckle Detail, 1970s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
- 28.5"h, 89"w, 38"d, 14.5" seat height - Tweed upholstery, goldtone metal buckles - Condition
Metal
Unavailable
H 30.32 in W 73.23 in D 34.26 in
Wool Tweed Fabric with Leather Finishes and Wood Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Wool Tweet Fabric WIth Leather Padded Button Finishes And Wood Chesterfield Sofa.
Velvet, Wood
Unavailable
H 33.47 in W 78.75 in D 37.41 in
Wool Tweed Fabric with Leather Finishes and Wood Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Wool Tweet Fabric With Leather Padded Button Finishes And Wooden Feet Chesterfield Sofa.
Velvet, Wood
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Orange Tweed Sofa
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin mid century orange tweed sofa Sofa measures: 90 wide x 34 deep x
Upholstery, Wood
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
Charles Pfister for Knoll Blue Tweed Sofa
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Cambridge, US
USA, ca. 1970s. A classic three-seat tuxedo sofa designed by Charles Pfister for Knoll. Features a
Textile, Upholstery
Sleek Low-Profile Edward Wormley for Dunbar Tweed Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Hudson, NY
Sleek sofa designed by Ed Wormley for Dunbar. Current upholstery is tweed. This piece was
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 25 in W 102 in L 25 in
Midcentury Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Gold Tweed Sofa Triangular Legs
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in West Hartford, CT
A very well preserved Adrian Piersall designed sofa has walnut front trim with two front triangular
Wool, Walnut
Sold
H 28 in W 127 in D 55 in
Adrian Pearsall "Boomerang" Walnut & Boucle Tweed Sofa for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adrian Pearsall "Boomerang" walnut & boucle tweed saofa for Craft Associates
Bouclé, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Sold
H 28 in W 84.5 in D 33.5 in
Expertly Restored - Adrian Pearsall Leather & Tweed Sofa for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Leather, Upholstery, Foam, Walnut
Henredon Upholstery Collection Tweed Traditional 3-Seat Sofa Natchez
By Henredon
Located in Dayton, OH
Henredon upholstery collection tweed sofa in Natchez finish. Features three-seat, rolled arms, bun
Upholstery
Vintage Schiaparelli Sofa by Michael Taylor Design
By Michael Taylor
Located in La Mesa, CA
Michael Taylor Design 'Schiaparelli' sofa upholstered in a burnt orange shade tweed. Sofa features
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Dux Green Tweed Four Cushion Sofa
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-Century Modern green tweed four cushion sofa by Dux. Original fabric in excellent condition. No
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut & New Tweed Fabric Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
interior decors. Enjoy! :) Materials: Walnut, New Tweed Fabric, New High-Density Foam
Fabric, Walnut, Foam
Michael Berman, Modern, Sofa or Daybed, Beige Tweed, USA, 2000s
By Michael Berman Limited
Located in Manhasset, NY
Michael Berman, Modern, Sofa or Daybed, Beige Tweed, USA, 2000s Sofa or Daybed in a fine box tweed
Fabric
Milo Baughman Mid Century Orange Tweed Tuxedo Four-Seat Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Basildon, London
A Minimalist 1960s design, this tuxedo four-seat sofa is upholstered in the original orange tweed
Fabric
Vintage Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in Tweed Fabric
By Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Vintage sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. USA, circa 1950. Features Wormley's
Mid Century Modern Grey Tweed and Walnut Pearsall Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Impeccably refurbished, the Adrian Pearsall mid-century modern sofa exudes charm. Its captivating
Fabric, Walnut
Sold
H 29.14 in W 90.56 in D 43.31 in
George Smith "Early Victorian Chesterfield " Buttoned Sofa in Linen Tweed
By George Smith
Located in Barrowford, GB
" Buttoned Sofa dressed in their breathtaking, peerless top-grade, woven-linen Tweed fabric in a pale-neutral
Linen
Mid Century Modern Chrome Cube Sofa with Orange Knoll Tweed Fabric
Located in West Hartford, CT
luxurious comfort. Upholstered in a Knoll orange tweed fabric, this sofa features a trio of generously
Chrome
Florence Knoll Sofa on Steel Base in Heather Grey Tweed Fabric
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Vintage original Florence Knoll sofa in heather grey tweed fabric. Although unsigned or tagged
Steel
Sold
H 30 in W 86 in D 35 in
MCM Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Sofa Walnut New Charcoal Gray Tweed Upholstery
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Las Vegas, NV
MCM Mid-Century Modern Kroehler sofa walnut new charcoal gray tweed upholstery Attractive
Walnut
Sold
H 33 in W 69.5 in D 30 in
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut & New Tweed Fabric Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
Fabric, Walnut, Foam
Sold
H 28.5 in W 90.25 in D 33 in
Florence Knoll Sofa & Chair Set on Steel Bases in Heather Grey Tweed Fabric
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Vintage original Florence Knoll sofa and chair in heather grey tweed fabric. Although unsigned or
Steel
Sold
H 27 in W 93 in D 32 in
Mid-Century Modern Sofa after Edward Wormley for Dunbar in Tweed and Walnut Legs
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A handsome modern sofa in the style of Edward Wormley for Dunbar. It features a sleek modern design
Fabric, Walnut
Sold
H 27.5 in W 127.25 in L 27.5 in
B&B Italia L- Shape Charles Sofa in Dark Gray Tweed Designed by Antonio Citterio
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in St. Louis, MO
Elegant B&B Italia Charles sofa by Antonio Citterio. This sofa consists of two sections, one
Aluminum
Sold
H 28 in W 34 in D 65 in
Late 20th Century Modern Modular Sectional Sofa 5 Pieces with Chaise Gray Tweed
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful Late 20th Century Modern modular sectional sofa 5 pieces with chaise and gray tweed like
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Adrian Pearsall 1600-S Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
A striking example of mid-century American design, this Model 1600-S sectional sofa was designed by
Metal
Vintage Thayer Coggin Sectional in Linen Tweed
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Raleigh, NC
A luxurious vintage sectional by Thayer Coggin newly upholstered in griege linen tweed. This piece
Upholstery
R Huber Teak 4-Seater Sofa
By R. Huber & Co.
Located in Puslinch, ON
) Description: A rarer tweed 4-seater sofa by R Huber. made in Canada circa 1960s-70s. In near-new condition
Teak
Sold
H 25 in W 76 in D 37 in
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Chrome Wrapped Tufted Sofa Loveseat, 1970s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous, tufted gray tweed upholstered short sofa or loveseat, with a
Chrome
Sold
H 32 in W 108 in L 32 in
Sally S. Lewis J Rober Scott Josephine Sofa Taupe Wool Down Filed Organic Modern
By Sally Sirkin Lewis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed by Sally Sirkin Lewis for J. Robert Scott, Josephine sofa, taupe wool tweed, round-back
Wool
R Huber Love Seat
By R. Huber & Co.
Located in Puslinch, ON
) Description: A tweed & teak love seat sofa by R Huber. made in Canada circa 1960s-70s. In near-new condition
Teak
Post Modern 3 Piece Kidney Sectional Attributed to Maurice Villency
By Maurice Villency
Located in Brooklyn, NY
textured tweed fabric. Depth of sofa measures 30.” Villency was born in Glasgow, Scotland and immigrated
Upholstery
Sold
H 33.27 in W 77.96 in D 33.86 in
Deadgood Harvey Three-Seat Brown Leather and Tweed Wool Sofa Rare Find
By DEADGOOD
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Deadgood Harvey three-seat brown leather and tweed wool contemporary sofa RRP £4784 The condition is
Leather, Wool, Beech
Theo Ruth for Artifort 1950's Sofa Set
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Green Tweed Upholstery, Leather Armrests on sofa and vinyl armrests on chairs. Original Condition
Upholstery
Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Grey Wool
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very elegant 1940s curved three-seat sofa later upholstered in a wool tweed fabric
Beech, Wool
Sold
H 28.5 in W 97 in D 33 in
Adrian Pearsall Sculpted Walnut & Boucle Tweed Sofa for Craft Associates
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adrian Pearsall sculpted walnut & boucle tweed sofa for Craft Associates.
Foam, Walnut
1970s Architectural Modern Rust Color Tweed Sofa Bed
Located in Palm Springs, CA
color tweed sofa- bed in clean, modern style. Original high end wool blend fabric. Two loose back and
Fabric
Large Chrome Strap and Tweed Sofa Attributed to Baughman
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Sexy and sophisticated sofa, design attributed to Milo Baughman. Large scale, well crafted with top
Chrome
Sold
H 25 in W 107 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Long Low 4 Seat Yellow Tweed Sofa Couch by DUX
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Midcentury Scandinavian Modern long low 4 seat low sofa couch by DUX in original Yellow woven tweed
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Wool Tweed Three-Seat Sofa by Bassett
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 3-seat wool tweed sofa by Bassett. Solid frame and great form in a mid sixties orange
Wool
Jens Risom Floating Sofa in Walnut with Original Tweed Upholstery
By Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handsome three-seat sofa designed by Jens Risom for Risom Design in the 1950s. Clean, sharp lines
Upholstery, Walnut
Mod Pod Sofa by Overman in Original Tweed Fabric, circa 1960s - 1970s
By Overman
Located in New York, NY
Classic Overman Pod sofa, in original tweed fabric upholstery, on bright chrome legs. The sofa is
Chrome
Sold
H 30.5 in W 81 in D 33 in
Brown Tweed MCM Lawson Sofa Tight Button Back Manner of Baughman or Wormley
By Edward Wormley, Milo Baughman
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome MCM sofa in a Lawson style with a tight button back and covered in a nice brown tweed. It
Fabric
Sold
H 27 in W 29 in D 31 in
10 Piece Jack Cartwright Modular Sectional Sofa Seating in Bouclé, Tweed, 1970s
By Jack Cartwright
Located in Culver City, CA
original to the piece-- when we obtained the sofa it was two-toned brown tweed and forest green). We
Steel
Sold
H 28.5 in W 28.5 in D 30 in
Don Chadwick Style Modular Curved Wedge Tweed Sectional Sofa by Jack Cartwright
By Don Chadwick, Herman Miller, Jack Cartwright
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Designed by Jack Cartwright, this super comfortable, red tweed 7-piece modular sectional sofa
Fabric
Sold
H 26.5 in W 91 in D 60 in
Kagan Sectional "Omnibus" Sofa w/ Lucite Legs & Smoked Taupe Tweed by Holly Hunt
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and iconic sectional "Omnibus" sofa was realized by Vladimir Kagan- one of the most
Upholstery, Lucite
Kofod Larsen Three Seat Danish Sofa
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic three seat sofa designed by IB Kofod Larsen, manufactured in Denmark and distributed
Wool, Ash
Milo Baughman Style Flat Bar Chrome Frame Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Culver City, CA
features clean lines, and an off-white light oatmeal tweed-like upholstery. This gorgeous sofa would
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Sofa in the Style of Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Mid-Century sofa features original tweed upholstery, removable cushions and a chrome base
Chrome
Sleek Sculptural Italian Brass Legged Sofa in the Manner of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Hudson, NY
Breathtaking sculptural Italian sofa with tweed like upholstery and brass legs.
Brass
Sold
H 32 in W 82 in D 28 in
Paddle Arm Cushman Colonial Creations Sofa designed by Herman de Vries 1940s/50s
By Herman de Vries, H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
profile. The solid maple frame supports the brown tweed upholstered cushions. The sofa is in very good
Upholstery, Maple
Walnut Poul Jensen Loveseat for Selig
By Selig, Poul Thorsbjerg Jensen
Located in Pasadena, CA
checkered cream-colored tweed. The sofa was designed under the nom de plume Poul Jensen and was manufactured
Walnut
Midcentury Tweed Sofa, 1970s
By Carson's Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
and cream tweed upholstery with diamond pattern - Condition: Excellent; minor age wear to tweed.
Fabric
Vintage California design stacked laminate Oak and charcoal tweed sofa
Located in Hollywood, CA
Vintage California design stacked laminate Oak and charcoal tweed sofa. Seat depth measures 29
Oak
Vintage Modern Tweed Sofa, 1970's
By Milo Baughman
Located in Paris, ON
This piece showcases a clean modern silhouette. Perfect for reading a good book or entertaining.
Wool, Cotton, Polyester
$1,500 / item
H 13 in W 10.5 in D 5.25 in
Galvanized Metal and Glass Outdoor Wall Sconce, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Elegant form with two swinging glass doors and painted back plate. Made in italy *Please Note: This fixture is made to order in Italy, and comes newly wired (eu wiring). It is not ...
Iron
$655 / item
H 5.1 in W 6.7 in D 3.1 in
Charlotte Perriand 'Applique à Volet Pivotant' Wall Light in Red for Nemo
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina, Nemo Lighting 1
Located in Glendale, CA
Charlotte Perriand 'Applique à Volet Pivotant' wall light in red for Nemo. Originally designed in the 1950s as the iconic CP1, these newly produced authorized re-editions are still...
Metal, Aluminum
Floor Lamp “Uchiwa” by Ingo Maurer for Design M Germany, 1977
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Rijssen, NL
This floor lamp is inspired by the traditional Japanese Uchiwa fans. Designed by the world famous designer Ingo Maurer. Ingo Maurer first came across fans in a Paris shop in 1972 whi...
Steel
$2,400 / set
H 19.5 in W 38 in D 16 in
Pair of Vintage Fret Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Wood Benches End of Bed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of vintage wood faux bamboo bench. Upholstery is original and will absolutely need to be recovered. May have stains, holes, dirt and indents to foam cushion interior from stacki...
Wood, Faux Bamboo
Pair of 1970's Italian Traventine Coffee/Side Tables
Located in Bern, CH
Pair of identical 1970’s Travertine Coffee / Side Tables. Marked beneath tabletop: 'Made in Italy'. Solid travertine tabletop and base. Perfect use as side tables, bedside tables or...
Travertine
Swedish Gustavian 19th Century Painted Cabinet
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A Gustavian style painted cabinet made in Sweden, circa 1860. This buffet-over-chest has its original, dry scraped painted finish on its exterior in tactile layers of blue like verdi...
Brass
$9,058
H 32.49 in W 59.85 in D 28.75 in
Lounge Sofa by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minnet, Mid-Century France
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Lounge Sofa by “Audoux-Minet” Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet met in the Provence region of France during the 1940s and began collaborating on design projects. Their work reflects a rus...
Rush, Wood
Sunz Ultra Modern Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
Geometry intersects with organic artistry for a look that is simultaneously timeless and modern. Clean lines and a linear form are softened by a luxurious boucle fabric, making the s...
Bouclé
$1,250 / item
H 27.17 in W 29.93 in D 23.63 in
Large Set Armchairs or Easy Chairs in the Style of Saporiti, Italy, in the 1970s
By Saporiti
Located in Almelo, NL
Large set armchairs or easy chairs in the style of Saporiti, Italy, in the 1970s These stunning mid-century easy chairs are made in Italy circa the 1970s in the style of Saporiti...
Fabric
Alhambra 1A Clear Glass with Silver Patina, Granada Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
These glass lanterns are made in a generations-old workshop in Granada, Spain. Each pendant light is hand forged, and reflects the influence of Moorish design that can be observed th...
Glass
Vladimir Kagan Lucite Leg Lounge Chairs in Elitis Boucle'
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
These are a pair of hard-to-find Vladimir Kagan lucite framed lounge chairs. Crafted with exquisite brass trim, these chairs have been meticulously restored by professionally polishi...
Upholstery, Lucite
$7,250
W 102 in L 117 in
Nazmiyal Collection Gorgeous Modern Turkish Oushak Design Area Rug 8'6" x 9'9"
By Nazmiyal Collection
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Modern Contemporary Turkish Oushak Design Floral Area Rug, Country of Origin: Central Asia, Circa Date: Modern Rug
Wool
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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