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Italian Baroque Style Three-Piece Upholstery and Giltwood Seating Suite
Italian Baroque Style Three-Piece Upholstery and Giltwood Seating Suite

Italian Baroque Style Three-Piece Upholstery and Giltwood Seating Suite

Located in London, GB

The three pieces in the suite—one sofa and two armchairs—feature carved giltwood frames and cushions upholstered with red velvet.

Category

20th Century Italian Baroque Living Room Sets

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Giltwood

Custom Meridienne Chaises by George Doan – Pair from George Doan Collection
Custom Meridienne Chaises by George Doan – Pair from George Doan Collection

Custom Meridienne Chaises by George Doan – Pair from George Doan Collection

By George Doan

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Upholstered in a rich ochre velvet, the sofas are accented by dramatic scroll arms, crisp lines, and pale cream painted wood saber legs with subtle distressing and gold leafed details.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Gold Leaf

St Joseph Late Medieval Orphrey Panel, Circa 1480, Embroidery Textile
St Joseph Late Medieval Orphrey Panel, Circa 1480, Embroidery Textile

St Joseph Late Medieval Orphrey Panel, Circa 1480, Embroidery Textile

Located in Doha, QA

-Gold and silver metal-wrapped threads -Polychrome silk threads -Linen and velvet ground -Dense couched work and finely modeled surface stitching The layered stitch work produces a s...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Gothic Decorative Art

Materials

Metallic Thread

19th Century Napoleon III Ebonized Salon Suite Reupholstered
19th Century Napoleon III Ebonized Salon Suite Reupholstered

19th Century Napoleon III Ebonized Salon Suite Reupholstered

Located in Staffordshire, GB

19th century Napoleon III ebonized salon suite, sourced from Paris and reupholstered in 'Limerence' velvet, circa 1860. Measures: Sofa H 107 x W 136 x D 55cm Seat height 45cm Chai...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Living Room Sets

Materials

Hardwood

French Parlor Set, 3 Pieces
French Parlor Set, 3 Pieces

French Parlor Set, 3 Pieces

Located in Atlanta, GA

A very fine set (sofa and two armchairs) in the Louis XV style. Original upholstery (venetian velvet).

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Living Room Sets

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Table w Alexandra Kasuba Tiles, c 1949, Signed
Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Table w Alexandra Kasuba Tiles, c 1949, Signed

Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Table w Alexandra Kasuba Tiles, c 1949, Signed

By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

*The Paul Evans Patchwork Copper sideboard and the emerald green velvet Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy in the photos are not included in this listing but are available for purchase, see...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Rare Vintage Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Yellow Linen Pillow
Pair of Rare Vintage Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Yellow Linen Pillow

Pair of Rare Vintage Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Yellow Linen Pillow

By Cartier

Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland

Would look divine on a velvet or rattan sofa or superb paired with a Hermes throw (blanket).

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen, Silk

Pair of Rare Vintage French Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Red Silver
Pair of Rare Vintage French Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Red Silver

Pair of Rare Vintage French Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Red Silver

By Cartier

Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland

Assouline Publication Would look divine on a velvet or rattan sofa or superb paired with a Hermes throw (blanket).

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen, Silk

Rare Vintage French Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Irish Linen
Rare Vintage French Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Irish Linen

Rare Vintage French Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Irish Linen

By Cartier

Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland

Assouline Publication Would look divine on a velvet or rattan sofa or superb paired with a Hermes throw (blanket).

Category

Late 20th Century French Baroque Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen, Silk

Rare Vintage French Cartier Panther Bracelet Designer Silk Scarf Red Gold Linen
Rare Vintage French Cartier Panther Bracelet Designer Silk Scarf Red Gold Linen

Rare Vintage French Cartier Panther Bracelet Designer Silk Scarf Red Gold Linen

By Cartier

Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland

Assouline Publication Would look divine on a velvet or rattan sofa or superb paired with a Hermes throw (blanket).

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen, Silk

Rare Vintage Dior Silk Scarf and Irish Linen Cushion Pillow Ballet Pink Gray
Rare Vintage Dior Silk Scarf and Irish Linen Cushion Pillow Ballet Pink Gray

Rare Vintage Dior Silk Scarf and Irish Linen Cushion Pillow Ballet Pink Gray

By Christian Dior

Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland

Would look super chic on a velvet or rattan sofa, a single iconic Mid-Century Modern chair or superb as the centrepiece on a bed.

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen, Silk

Rare Vintage Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Brown Irish Linen
Rare Vintage Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Brown Irish Linen

Rare Vintage Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Brown Irish Linen

By Cartier

Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland

Assouline Publication Would look divine on a velvet or rattan sofa or superb paired with a Hermes throw (blanket).

Category

Late 20th Century French Baroque Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen, Silk

Vintage Hermes Equestrian Silk Scarf and Irish Linen Cushion Pillow
Vintage Hermes Equestrian Silk Scarf and Irish Linen Cushion Pillow

Vintage Hermes Equestrian Silk Scarf and Irish Linen Cushion Pillow

By Hermès

Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland

Would look divine on a velvet or rattan sofa or superb paired with a Hermes throw (blanket) and pair very nicely with a Mid-Century Modern style.

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen, Silk

20th Century Green Velvet Atlantis Sofa, 1960s
20th Century Green Velvet Atlantis Sofa, 1960s

20th Century Green Velvet Atlantis Sofa, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Atlantis sofa from the 1960s, produced in Czech Republic - at the moment they are unique.

Category

20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

20th Century Navy Blue Velvet Atlantis Sofa, 1960s
20th Century Navy Blue Velvet Atlantis Sofa, 1960s

20th Century Navy Blue Velvet Atlantis Sofa, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Atlantis sofa from the 1960s, produced in Czech Republic - at the moment they are unique.

Category

20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

20th Century Navy Red Velvet Atlantis Sofa, 1960s
20th Century Navy Red Velvet Atlantis Sofa, 1960s

20th Century Navy Red Velvet Atlantis Sofa, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Atlantis sofa from the 1960s, produced in Czech Republic - at the moment they are unique.

Category

20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

20th Century Red Velvet German Sofa, Europe, 1960s
20th Century Red Velvet German Sofa, Europe, 1960s

20th Century Red Velvet German Sofa, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Beautiful club sofa from the 1960s, produced in Germany - at the moment they are unique.

Category

20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

George Nelson, Velvet Sofa
George Nelson, Velvet Sofa

George Nelson, Velvet Sofa

Unavailable|$8,429

George Nelson, Velvet Sofa

By George Nelson

Located in Milan, IT

George Nelson, sofa produced by ICF in 1958. Blue velvet sofa with metal feet.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Sofas

Materials

Metal

Flowered Velvet Sofa Set, Italy 1890
Flowered Velvet Sofa Set, Italy 1890

Flowered Velvet Sofa Set, Italy 1890

Unavailable|$1,990 / set

Flowered Velvet Sofa Set, Italy 1890

Located in Manzano, Friuli Venezia Giulia

Flowered velvet sofa set, walnut feets, seat straps and springs.

Category

Antique 1890s Italian Art Nouveau Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

1980 Italian Design, Neo Barocco Velvet Sofa, Versace Style
1980 Italian Design, Neo Barocco Velvet Sofa, Versace Style

1980 Italian Design, Neo Barocco Velvet Sofa, Versace Style

By Versace Home Collection

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This amazing night blue velvet couch in Versace style is enhanced with a royal blue and gold quilted facing, gilded medallions and decorations in round bump.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Baroque Revival Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Based Velvet Sofa in the Manner of Milo Baughman
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Based Velvet Sofa in the Manner of Milo Baughman

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Based Velvet Sofa in the Manner of Milo Baughman

Located in New Hyde Park, NY

Mid-Century Modern dark brown velvet sofa with a walnut base and legs. Remove the back cushions for deep seating or sleeping.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Italian Velvet sofa, 1950s
Italian Velvet sofa, 1950s

Italian Velvet sofa, 1950s

Unavailable|$8,546

Italian Velvet sofa, 1950s

Located in Paris, IDF

Italian sofas from the 1950s are iconic pieces that embody the elegance, craftsmanship, and innovative design of mid-century modern furniture. This era in Italy was marked by a post-...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Art Deco Blue Velvet Sofa, Sweden 1940s
Art Deco Blue Velvet Sofa, Sweden 1940s

Art Deco Blue Velvet Sofa, Sweden 1940s

Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32

This beautiful Swedish three-seater sofa recalls the distinctive design of the Art Deco period, while material and cabinetmaking-wise being a true Swedish Modern design. This sofa is...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Adam Style Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Federico Munari Style Curved Velvet Sofa from 1960s
Federico Munari Style Curved Velvet Sofa from 1960s

Federico Munari Style Curved Velvet Sofa from 1960s

By Federico Munari

Located in Geneve, CH

In the style of Federico Munari vintage curved sofa in velvet and brass feet from 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Sofas

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Blue Velvet Sofa, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Italian Blue Velvet Sofa, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Italian Blue Velvet Sofa, 1950s

Located in Montecatini Terme, Toscana

Elegant and timeless two-seat sofa. Italian design, structure and legs in solid wood, recent blue velvet upholstery, 1950s production.  

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Turquoise Velvet Sofa, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Italian Turquoise Velvet Sofa, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Italian Turquoise Velvet Sofa, 1950s

Located in Cassina de'Pecchi, IT

Reupholstered in new turquoise velvet fabric.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Louis XVI Style French Royalty Velvet Couch & Loveseat
Louis XVI Style French Royalty Velvet Couch & Loveseat

Louis XVI Style French Royalty Velvet Couch & Loveseat

Located in Lakewood, NJ

Louis XV style French Royalty couch set. This is a gorgeous velvet and cloth 3 piece couch and also comes with a matching loveseat (loveseat length 54 inches).

Category

Vintage 1950s French Louis XIV Sectional Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Carved Mahogany and Turquoise Velvet Sofa with Marine Anchors, Germany, XIXth
Carved Mahogany and Turquoise Velvet Sofa with Marine Anchors, Germany, XIXth

Carved Mahogany and Turquoise Velvet Sofa with Marine Anchors, Germany, XIXth

Located in Paris, FR

Sofa made of mahogany - carved with waves and leaves - covered with turquoise silk velvet - back lightly incurvated - armrests with golden marine anchors and interlacings - the ancho...

Category

Antique 19th Century German Neoclassical Sofas

Materials

Bronze

1950s Midcentury Italian Button Back Velvet Sofa with Tapered Bronze Legs
1950s Midcentury Italian Button Back Velvet Sofa with Tapered Bronze Legs

1950s Midcentury Italian Button Back Velvet Sofa with Tapered Bronze Legs

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

Stunning 1950s Italian sofa, fantastic shape with curved back and sweeping button detail descending from the arms under the seat.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th Century Blue Velvet Sofa on Mahogany Ball and Claw Feet
Early 20th Century Blue Velvet Sofa on Mahogany Ball and Claw Feet

Early 20th Century Blue Velvet Sofa on Mahogany Ball and Claw Feet

Located in Noord-Brabant, NL

This elegant sofa dates from the early 20th century and has been fully restored and reupholstered in a beautiful, blue velvet.

Category

Early 20th Century European Georgian Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Vintage 20th Century Modern Serpentine Curved Velvet Sofa in Navy Blue Color
Vintage 20th Century Modern Serpentine Curved Velvet Sofa in Navy Blue Color

Vintage 20th Century Modern Serpentine Curved Velvet Sofa in Navy Blue Color

Located in Zagreb, HR

Exceptionally well crafted vintage curved sculptural sofa upholstered in original navy blue velvet. The sofa features wooden legs and a wooden frame which is reinforced with a stron...

Category

Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Italian Velvet Sofa with Brass Feet Manufactured by ISA in 1950s
Midcentury Italian Velvet Sofa with Brass Feet Manufactured by ISA in 1950s

Midcentury Italian Velvet Sofa with Brass Feet Manufactured by ISA in 1950s

By ISA Bergamo

Located in Milano, IT

Sculptural and stylish Italian midcentury two seats sofa produced By ISA circa 1950s with its typical cast brass feet.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Aqua Velvet Sofa in the Style of Gio Ponti
Italian Mid-Century Modern Aqua Velvet Sofa in the Style of Gio Ponti

Italian Mid-Century Modern Aqua Velvet Sofa in the Style of Gio Ponti

By Gio Ponti

Located in New York, NY

Rare Italian mid-century velvet reupolstered sofa " In the style of Gio Ponti.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Indigo Metal Frame Sofa
Indigo Metal Frame Sofa

Indigo Metal Frame Sofa

Unavailable|$1,800 / set

Indigo Metal Frame Sofa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Indigo velvet sofa with 4 matching pillows and an iron frame.

Category

Mid-20th Century Sofas

Le Corbusier for Cassina Pair of Sofas
Le Corbusier for Cassina Pair of Sofas

Le Corbusier for Cassina Pair of Sofas

By Cassina, Le Corbusier

Located in Roma, IT

Two beautiful sofas designed by Le Corbusier for Cassina. Pair of gray velvet sofas, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Vintage Moss Green Velvet Modular sofa set attributed to Michel Cadestin
Vintage Moss Green Velvet Modular sofa set attributed to Michel Cadestin

Vintage Moss Green Velvet Modular sofa set attributed to Michel Cadestin

By Michel Cadestin

Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU

1960s original Vintage space age fiberglass - velvet sofa set attributed to Michel Cadestin, made for Airborne International, France.

Category

Late 20th Century French Space Age Sectional Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Fiberglass

Dijon Velvet Chesterfield Sofa Range, 20th Century
Dijon Velvet Chesterfield Sofa Range, 20th Century

Dijon Velvet Chesterfield Sofa Range, 20th Century

Located in London, GB

A fine Dijon velvet Chesterfield sofa range, 20th century. Add a touch of glamour to your home or business with our velvet Chesterfield sofa.

Category

20th Century Sofas

Materials

Velvet

1950s Sofa and Armchairs in Art Deco Style
1950s Sofa and Armchairs in Art Deco Style

1950s Sofa and Armchairs in Art Deco Style

Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32

Art Deco style upholstered green velvet sofa and armchairs with wooden armrests and legs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Pink Sofa
Pink Sofa

Pink Sofa

Unavailable|$2,751

Pink Sofa

Located in Mannheim, DE

**Versatile Elegance:** With its neutral yet striking silver hue, this fuchsia velvet sofa seamlessly fits into a myriad of interior designs, from contemporary lofts to classic mansi...

Category

1990s Indian Anglo-Indian Sofas

Materials

Maple

Bavaria Velvet Loveseat Range, 20th Century
Bavaria Velvet Loveseat Range, 20th Century

Bavaria Velvet Loveseat Range, 20th Century

Located in London, GB

Continue to browse our seating collection to see our range of velvet sofas and other dining chairs. Please be aware that due to the reflective nature of velvet, these sofas may di...

Category

20th Century European Loveseats

Materials

Velvet

Elegant Velvet Camelback Sofa
Elegant Velvet Camelback Sofa

Elegant Velvet Camelback Sofa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Curvilinear camelback sofa custom upholstered in sumptuous Claremont velvet with faint striations.  

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Sofa Reupholstered in Green Velvet
Sofa Reupholstered in Green Velvet

Sofa Reupholstered in Green Velvet

By Federico Munari

Located in Troinex, CH

Sofa, Reupholstered in green velvet.

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Other Sofas

Materials

Brass

Josef Frank, Five Seated Sofa, Velvet, Seven Shades Velvet
Josef Frank, Five Seated Sofa, Velvet, Seven Shades Velvet

Josef Frank, Five Seated Sofa, Velvet, Seven Shades Velvet

By Josef Frank

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Josef Frank, five seated sofa in seven shades Material: Base of nozag feathers, padded with cold foam / polyether and synthetic batting. Cushions with polyether core, wrapped wit...

Category

Vintage 1940s European Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Danish Blue Velvet Banana Sofa, 1940s
Danish Blue Velvet Banana Sofa, 1940s

Danish Blue Velvet Banana Sofa, 1940s

Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32

Danish Cabinetmaker Banana Curved Sofa, 1940s. Banana shaped curved sofa in blue velvet, made in Denmark.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Italian Sofa in red shaved velvet
Italian Sofa in red shaved velvet

Italian Sofa in red shaved velvet

Located in Nice, FR

Large sofa in red shaved velvet with feet in clear wood.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Velvet

19th Century Victorian Velvet Flower Sofa
19th Century Victorian Velvet Flower Sofa

19th Century Victorian Velvet Flower Sofa

Located in London, GB

An outstanding Victorian sofa upholstered with great care using traditional techniques.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Midcentury Blue Velvet Upholstered Three-Seat Sofa Couch, 1970s
Midcentury Blue Velvet Upholstered Three-Seat Sofa Couch, 1970s

Midcentury Blue Velvet Upholstered Three-Seat Sofa Couch, 1970s

Located in Detroit, MI

This incredible vintage Mid-Century Modern sofa couch circa 1970 has an elegant low profile with clean lines and gentle curves.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Midcentury Italian Velvet Elliptical Sofa, 1950s
Midcentury Italian Velvet Elliptical Sofa, 1950s

Midcentury Italian Velvet Elliptical Sofa, 1950s

Located in London, GB

1950s Wood frame, recently upholstered Measures: 77 x 210 x 120 cm.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Mid Century Modern Velvet and wood Sofa
Mid Century Modern Velvet and wood Sofa

Mid Century Modern Velvet and wood Sofa

By Vatne Møbler, Fredrik A. Kayser

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Completely reupholstered sofa In an amazing green velvet. This sofa has all new cushioning and the solid wood frame has been sanded and sealed.

Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Antique French Velvet Art Deco Sofa with Paw Feet
Antique French Velvet Art Deco Sofa with Paw Feet

Antique French Velvet Art Deco Sofa with Paw Feet

Located in New York, NY

Antique French Art Deco Sofa with Exceptional Lion Paw Carved Feet in Hand Finished Silver Newly Upholstered in Italian Navy Blue Velvet with Down Seat Fill An additional identical...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Sofas

Materials

Velvet

20th Century Three-Seat Sofa, Velvet, Brass Feet
20th Century Three-Seat Sofa, Velvet, Brass Feet

20th Century Three-Seat Sofa, Velvet, Brass Feet

Located in Verona, IT

Three-seat sofa, 20th century original (1950s). In renovating it the tapestry has been replaced in high quality rust pressed velvet.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

3-Seat Sofa in Yellow Ocher Velvet, 1960s
3-Seat Sofa in Yellow Ocher Velvet, 1960s

3-Seat Sofa in Yellow Ocher Velvet, 1960s

Located in Savona, IT

Italian-made sofa produced in the early 1960s. Padded wooden structure lined with new ocher yellow velvet fabric.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Brass

Green velvet vintage element sofa made in the 1970s
Green velvet vintage element sofa made in the 1970s

Green velvet vintage element sofa made in the 1970s

Located in Breda, NB

Green velvet vintage element sofa made in the 1970s. Dimensions: Width: 236 cm Depth: 89 cm Backrest height: 88 cm Seat height: 38 cm

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Set of Sofa and Armchairs in Blue Velvet, 1950
Set of Sofa and Armchairs in Blue Velvet, 1950

Set of Sofa and Armchairs in Blue Velvet, 1950

By Gio Ponti

Located in Toulouse, France

Splendid 1950s sofa and pair of armchairs, newly reupholstered in a blue velvet fabric by Maison Elitis, hand-stitched piping.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas

Materials

Velvet

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Used Velvet Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of used velvet sofas for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct used velvet sofas — often made from fabric, velvet and wood — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of used velvet sofas available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco used velvet sofas are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made used velvet sofas over the years, but those made by Mario Bellini, Milo Baughman and Cassina are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Used Velvet Sofas?

Used velvet sofas can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $6,182, while the lowest priced sells for $483 and the highest can go for as much as $175,000.

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 Used Velvet Sofas
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Deciding on whether you want a velvet sofa is a matter of preference, but it can be a very good choice. Velvet is a symbol of wealth and is very soft and comfortable. It’s also quite durable, which is often unexpected from such a luxe feeling fabric. The flat pile makes it impossible to snag and it resists stains. Shop a collection of velvet furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.