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Handmade Black & Silver Upholstered Sofa Light Hardwood Frame One of Two Pieces
Handmade Black & Silver Upholstered Sofa Light Hardwood Frame One of Two Pieces

Handmade Black & Silver Upholstered Sofa Light Hardwood Frame One of Two Pieces

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

have the exact same sofa listed under my other items however it’s a smaller two seater This is a

Category

20th Century English Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue With Two Arms in Linen and Wood Feet
"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue With Two Arms in Linen and Wood Feet

"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue With Two Arms in Linen and Wood Feet

$2,396Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 26.38 in W 82.68 in D 33.86 in

"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue With Two Arms in Linen and Wood Feet

By Studio Marta Manente

Located in Centro, RS

. *Get inspired by watching the couch/chaise's use video. -Accompanies plus two loose cushions to a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

1950s Italian Two-Seater Sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti in Rubelli Fabric
1950s Italian Two-Seater Sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti in Rubelli Fabric

1950s Italian Two-Seater Sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti in Rubelli Fabric

By Minotti, Gigi Radice

Located in Brescia, Brescia

A beautifully proportioned 1950s Italian two-seater sofa designed by Gigi Radice and produced by

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

RESTORED DE SEDE DS17 BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER TWO SEAT SOFA PART OF SUiTE
RESTORED DE SEDE DS17 BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER TWO SEAT SOFA PART OF SUiTE

RESTORED DE SEDE DS17 BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER TWO SEAT SOFA PART OF SUiTE

By De Sede

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

restored Mid Century Modern circa 1970’s De Sede DS17 two seat sofa which is part of a larger collection

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Natural Green Sofa Two Seaters in Velvet with High Gloss Hammered Brass Back
Natural Green Sofa Two Seaters in Velvet with High Gloss Hammered Brass Back

Natural Green Sofa Two Seaters in Velvet with High Gloss Hammered Brass Back

$22,495Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 29.14 in W 70.87 in D 29.14 in

Natural Green Sofa Two Seaters in Velvet with High Gloss Hammered Brass Back

Located in Paris, FR

Sofa two seaters natural green in green velvet. Base and back are in high gloss hammered brass

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas

Materials

Brass

1 of 2 FINE NATUZZI BLACK LEATHER TWO SEATER SOFAS MATCING ARMCHAIR AVAILABLE
1 of 2 FINE NATUZZI BLACK LEATHER TWO SEATER SOFAS MATCING ARMCHAIR AVAILABLE

1 of 2 FINE NATUZZI BLACK LEATHER TWO SEATER SOFAS MATCING ARMCHAIR AVAILABLE

By Natuzzi

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this contemporary Natuzzi black leather two-seater sofa. Full of

Category

20th Century Italian Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Leather

20th Century Art Nouveau Two Seat Sofa, School Of J. Hoffmann, AT ca. 1910
20th Century Art Nouveau Two Seat Sofa, School Of J. Hoffmann, AT ca. 1910

20th Century Art Nouveau Two Seat Sofa, School Of J. Hoffmann, AT ca. 1910

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Absolute stunning black early 20th century two seat sofa/ club chair from the famous "Vienna

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Sofas

Materials

Brass

Modern Lavender and Blue Outdoor Two-Seater Sofa Curved Back with Floral Design
Modern Lavender and Blue Outdoor Two-Seater Sofa Curved Back with Floral Design

Modern Lavender and Blue Outdoor Two-Seater Sofa Curved Back with Floral Design

By João Faria, EMOTIONAL OBJECTS

Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT

Inspired by our silver award-winning "Lazy Day" collection, the outdoor two-seater sofa "Let's Go

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Cut Steel

Modern Pink and Green Outdoor Two-Seater Sofa Curved Back with Floral Design
Modern Pink and Green Outdoor Two-Seater Sofa Curved Back with Floral Design

Modern Pink and Green Outdoor Two-Seater Sofa Curved Back with Floral Design

By João Faria, EMOTIONAL OBJECTS

Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT

Inspired by our silver award-winning collection "Lazy Day," the outdoor two-seater sofa "Let's Go

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Cut Steel, Metal

Modern Blue and Green Outdoor Two-Seater Sofa Curved Back with Floral Design
Modern Blue and Green Outdoor Two-Seater Sofa Curved Back with Floral Design

Modern Blue and Green Outdoor Two-Seater Sofa Curved Back with Floral Design

By EMOTIONAL OBJECTS, João Faria

Located in Vila Nova Famalicão, PT

Inspired by our silver award-winning "Lazy Day" collection, the outdoor two-seater sofa "Let's Go

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Cut Steel

Michel Arnoult, two-seater sofa, c. 1960, Unique Piece. 127 x 70 x 72 cm
Michel Arnoult, two-seater sofa, c. 1960, Unique Piece. 127 x 70 x 72 cm

Michel Arnoult, two-seater sofa, c. 1960, Unique Piece. 127 x 70 x 72 cm

By Michel Arnoult

Located in PARIS, FR

Michel Arnoult (1922–2005) Two-Seater Sofa, c. 1960 This rare two-seater sofa by Michel Arnoult

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Nylon, Hardwood

Two-Piece Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, Italy Modern
Two-Piece Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, Italy Modern

Two-Piece Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, Italy Modern

By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant two-piece sectional sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, Italy. This model

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Steel

Louis XVI Style Sofa
Louis XVI Style Sofa

Louis XVI Style Sofa

$8,255

H 42.92 in W 59.45 in D 31.11 in

Louis XVI Style Sofa

By La Maison London

Located in London, Park Royal

French Louis XVI style two-seat sofa, hand-carved in solid wood, upholstered with a white Calico

Category

2010s English Louis XVI Sofas

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Style Small Sofa
Art Deco Style Small Sofa

Art Deco Style Small Sofa

$1,800

H 38.5 in W 53 in D 25 in

Art Deco Style Small Sofa

Located in Red Lion, PA

Art Deco Style two seat sofa with hand carved wood frame Beautiful classic details Pair of

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Small Restored Chesterfield Victorian Whisky Brown Leather Sofa
Small Restored Chesterfield Victorian Whisky Brown Leather Sofa

Small Restored Chesterfield Victorian Whisky Brown Leather Sofa

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Chesterfield two-seat sofa with fully buttoned base A very good looking piece, rare to find in this small width

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Fiberglass Sculptural Sofa, Bench, Loveseat '24U' Stone Finish Outdoor Indoor
Fiberglass Sculptural Sofa, Bench, Loveseat '24U' Stone Finish Outdoor Indoor

Fiberglass Sculptural Sofa, Bench, Loveseat '24U' Stone Finish Outdoor Indoor

By NAE

Located in Bochum, NRW

supporting hands, this designer sofa or love seat is made of fiberglass that is preciously finished in stone

Category

2010s German Modern Sofas

Materials

Fiberglass

Two Ebony Black Chinese Tall Sculpture Stands
Two Ebony Black Chinese Tall Sculpture Stands

Two Ebony Black Chinese Tall Sculpture Stands

$5,400 / set

H 31.25 in W 17.75 in D 17.75 in

Two Ebony Black Chinese Tall Sculpture Stands

Located in Sheffield, MA

Add class and elegance with these highly stylish sculpture or plant stands in ebonized black. The sleek styling lends itself to be used in various styles of decor. Wonderful statemen...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

Two Seater No. 1 - Fluentum Series by Raka Studio, with Velvet Upholstery
Two Seater No. 1 - Fluentum Series by Raka Studio, with Velvet Upholstery

Two Seater No. 1 - Fluentum Series by Raka Studio, with Velvet Upholstery

By Raka Studio

Located in Cape Girardeau, MO

converge to create the back-rest of the piece in a natural flow. The legs of the sofa seamlessly emerge

Category

2010s Unknown Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Ash, Bentwood

Pair of Mid Century Bamboo and Rattan Two-Tiered Side Tables or End Tables
Pair of Mid Century Bamboo and Rattan Two-Tiered Side Tables or End Tables

Pair of Mid Century Bamboo and Rattan Two-Tiered Side Tables or End Tables

Located in New York, NY

Vintage bamboo and rattan side or end tables. Strong, simple design and two-tiered .The color is

Category

Mid-20th Century Bohemian Sofa Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Spanish Two-Seat Hand Woven Rattan Sofa
Spanish Two-Seat Hand Woven Rattan Sofa

Spanish Two-Seat Hand Woven Rattan Sofa

$2,393

H 31.89 in W 47.64 in D 27.56 in

Spanish Two-Seat Hand Woven Rattan Sofa

Located in Marbella, ES

Spanish two-seat hand woven rattan sofa.

Category

2010s Spanish Benches

Materials

Rattan

Up Brown Two Seater Sofa
Up Brown Two Seater Sofa

Up Brown Two Seater Sofa

$7,200 / item

H 31.5 in W 63 in D 31.5 in

Up Brown Two Seater Sofa

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Designed to maximize both form and comfort, the Up two seater sofa will add a unique style to your

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Canapes

Materials

Metal

Up Green Two Seater Sofa
Up Green Two Seater Sofa

Up Green Two Seater Sofa

$7,200

H 31.5 in W 63 in D 31.5 in

Up Green Two Seater Sofa

By LAGU, LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Designed to maximize both form and comfort, the Up two seater sofa will add a unique style to your

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Canapes

Materials

Metal

Up Green Two Seater Sofa
Up Green Two Seater Sofa

Up Green Two Seater Sofa

$7,200 / item

H 31.5 in W 63 in D 31.5 in

Up Green Two Seater Sofa

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Designed to maximize both form and comfort, the Up two seater sofa will add a unique style to your

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Canapes

Materials

Metal

Sosa Two Seater Sofa by Lagu
Sosa Two Seater Sofa by Lagu

Sosa Two Seater Sofa by Lagu

$5,980

H 31.5 in W 66.93 in D 33.86 in

Sosa Two Seater Sofa by Lagu

By LAGU, LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

With its monolithic structure and its perfect integration with the floor it is on, the Sosa sofa

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Canapes

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Foam, Hardwood

Sosa Two Seater Brown Teddy Sofa
Sosa Two Seater Brown Teddy Sofa

Sosa Two Seater Brown Teddy Sofa

$5,980

H 31.5 in W 66.93 in D 33.86 in

Sosa Two Seater Brown Teddy Sofa

By LAGU, LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

With its monolithic structure and its perfect integration with the floor it is on, the Sosa sofa

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Canapes

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Foam, Hardwood

Olive Green Leather Two-Seater Chesterfield Sofa
Olive Green Leather Two-Seater Chesterfield Sofa

Olive Green Leather Two-Seater Chesterfield Sofa

$4,977

H 26.38 in W 57.88 in D 32.68 in

Olive Green Leather Two-Seater Chesterfield Sofa

Located in PARIS, FR

Elegant two-seater Chesterfield sofa, crafted with a solid wood frame and deep hand-tufted

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Chesterfield Canapes

Materials

Leather

Papillonne Set of Two, Two Seat Upholstered Modern Sofa with Metal Accessory
Papillonne Set of Two, Two Seat Upholstered Modern Sofa with Metal Accessory

Papillonne Set of Two, Two Seat Upholstered Modern Sofa with Metal Accessory

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Designed to maximize both form and comfort, the Papillonne two seater sofa will add a unique style

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Canapes

Materials

Metal

Papillonne Two Seater Modern Sofa with Metal Accessory
Papillonne Two Seater Modern Sofa with Metal Accessory

Papillonne Two Seater Modern Sofa with Metal Accessory

$6,600 / item

H 28.75 in W 63 in D 30.71 in

Papillonne Two Seater Modern Sofa with Metal Accessory

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

Designed to maximize both form and comfort, the Papillonne two seater sofa will add a unique style

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Canapes

Materials

Metal

20th Century Italian Modern Sculptural Two Seater Sofa - Vintage Walnut Settee
20th Century Italian Modern Sculptural Two Seater Sofa - Vintage Walnut Settee

20th Century Italian Modern Sculptural Two Seater Sofa - Vintage Walnut Settee

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A sculptural, vintage Mid-Century modern Italian two-seater sofa made of hand crafted Walnut, in

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut

Two Large French Mid-Century Modern Lucite Consoles / Sofa Tables
Two Large French Mid-Century Modern Lucite Consoles / Sofa Tables

Two Large French Mid-Century Modern Lucite Consoles / Sofa Tables

$7,200Sale Price / item|39% Off

H 26 in W 74.75 in D 15.5 in

Two Large French Mid-Century Modern Lucite Consoles / Sofa Tables

Located in New York, NY

2 Elegant French Mid-Century Modern sofa tables or consoles in Lucite / Plexiglass with stainless

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Lucite, Plexiglass

Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Sofa by Jens Risom, Walnut Frame, 1955
Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Sofa by Jens Risom, Walnut Frame, 1955

Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Sofa by Jens Risom, Walnut Frame, 1955

By Jens Risom

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A small, vintage Mid-Century Modern American two seater sofa or settee with four pillows, designed

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut

VICTORIAN FABRIC BERGERE SUITE SOFA AND TWO ARMCHAiRS UPHOLSTERY PROJECT J1
VICTORIAN FABRIC BERGERE SUITE SOFA AND TWO ARMCHAiRS UPHOLSTERY PROJECT J1

VICTORIAN FABRIC BERGERE SUITE SOFA AND TWO ARMCHAiRS UPHOLSTERY PROJECT J1

Located in Pulborough, GB

Fabric Bergere Suite Sofa and Two Armchairs Upholstery Project involves refurbishing a set of antique

Category

20th Century British Bergere Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Two-Seater Sofa in Cognac Leather by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik
Two-Seater Sofa in Cognac Leather by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik

Two-Seater Sofa in Cognac Leather by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik

By Børge Mogensen

Located in PARIS, FR

Elegant Danish two-seater sofa in cognac leather, model 2432, designed by Børge Mogensen for

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Canapes

Materials

Leather

Two Pierre Jeanneret Sofa Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern, Chandigarh
Two Pierre Jeanneret Sofa Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern, Chandigarh

Two Pierre Jeanneret Sofa Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern, Chandigarh

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

-shaped legs are two abstract elements that create a clear, minimalist shape. This game of soft and sharp

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cowhide, Teak

Pair of Two Seat Mohair 'California' Sofas, Jacques Charpentier, Paris, 1970
Pair of Two Seat Mohair 'California' Sofas, Jacques Charpentier, Paris, 1970

Pair of Two Seat Mohair 'California' Sofas, Jacques Charpentier, Paris, 1970

By Jacques Charpentier

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Superb and exclusive pair of two seat Mohair Velvet 'CALIFORNIA' sofas freshly reupholstered with

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Stainless Steel

1970s Antique Sofa and two Armchairs Set Made of Carved Wood with Marquetry
1970s Antique Sofa and two Armchairs Set Made of Carved Wood with Marquetry

1970s Antique Sofa and two Armchairs Set Made of Carved Wood with Marquetry

Located in Marbella, ES

An exceptional set comprising a sofa and two matching armchairs, crafted from finely carved wood

Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Armchairs

Materials

Wood

20th Century Swedish Two Seater Beech Sofa by Möbel Komponerad AV, Carl Malmsten
20th Century Swedish Two Seater Beech Sofa by Möbel Komponerad AV, Carl Malmsten

20th Century Swedish Two Seater Beech Sofa by Möbel Komponerad AV, Carl Malmsten

By Carl Malmsten

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A small, vintage Mid-Century modern Swedish two-seater sofa with two pillows, made of hand crafted

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Beech

French Rattan DayBed Two Tone Mid Century Modern Wicker Bench Sofa c. 1960
French Rattan DayBed Two Tone Mid Century Modern Wicker Bench Sofa c. 1960

French Rattan DayBed Two Tone Mid Century Modern Wicker Bench Sofa c. 1960

Located in New York, NY

French mid century rattan daybed in a two tone finish, circa 1960, featuring sculptural woven

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Bentwood

Two Modern Italian White Carrara Marble Consoles/Sofa Table by Massimo Mangiardi
Two Modern Italian White Carrara Marble Consoles/Sofa Table by Massimo Mangiardi

Two Modern Italian White Carrara Marble Consoles/Sofa Table by Massimo Mangiardi

By Massimo Mangiardi

Located in New York, NY

A unique Italian Mid-Century Modern style white Carrara marble console / sofa table by Massimo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Console Tables

Materials

Marble

European Mid-century Modern Living Room Set with Two Armchairs and Sofa, 50s-60s
European Mid-century Modern Living Room Set with Two Armchairs and Sofa, 50s-60s

European Mid-century Modern Living Room Set with Two Armchairs and Sofa, 50s-60s

Located in Palermo, IT

photographed to gallery standards, it is ready for immediate placement. ⸻ MEASUREMENTS Two-Seater Sofa

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Brass, Iron

1970s Italian Accademia Leather and Chrome Loveseat or Two-Seat Sofa by Molinari
1970s Italian Accademia Leather and Chrome Loveseat or Two-Seat Sofa by Molinari

1970s Italian Accademia Leather and Chrome Loveseat or Two-Seat Sofa by Molinari

By Teun van Zanten, Molinari

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Fabulous 1970s Italian distressed leather and chrome Accademia loveseat or two-seat sofa, designed

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Lovely Small Aged Tan Brown Leather Sofa and Matching Armchair Two-Piece Suite
Lovely Small Aged Tan Brown Leather Sofa and Matching Armchair Two-Piece Suite

Lovely Small Aged Tan Brown Leather Sofa and Matching Armchair Two-Piece Suite

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this very nice sofa and armchair suite in tan brown leather with

Category

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather

Pair Mid-Century Modern Two Seat Sofa Settees By Max Stout Mohair w Iron Frames
Pair Mid-Century Modern Two Seat Sofa Settees By Max Stout Mohair w Iron Frames

Pair Mid-Century Modern Two Seat Sofa Settees By Max Stout Mohair w Iron Frames

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous styling from the 1950s, pair of wingback Settees with mohair upholstery. Beautiful iron frames with oak arms create the perfect seating. And there's a pair!! 2nd settee is o...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Iron

Guillerme et Chambron, Banquette Grand Repos, Two-Seater Settee, Circa 1960
Guillerme et Chambron, Banquette Grand Repos, Two-Seater Settee, Circa 1960

Guillerme et Chambron, Banquette Grand Repos, Two-Seater Settee, Circa 1960

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in New York, NY

decorator on the Rue Nollet in Paris, and relocated his family to join Guillerme. The two had met in 1940

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

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Two Hands Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the two hands sofa you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each two hands sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and animal skin. There are 44 variations of the antique or vintage two hands sofa you’re looking for, while we also have 36 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer two hands sofa, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right two hands sofa, those designed in Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. A well-made two hands sofa has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Paulo Kobylka, Pieter Compernol, Stephanie Grusenmeyer & Jerôme Barrier and Chesterfield are consistently popular.

How Much is a Two Hands Sofa?

A two hands sofa can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,893, while the lowest priced sells for $510 and the highest can go for as much as $84,748.

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.