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Dunbar Jack Larsen Gray Velvet Cut Down Floating Plinth Sofa
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Lenor Larson velvet sofa is a statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Large Curved Modern Velvet Sofa in Pink Velvet
Located in Greenwich, CT
Large curved sofa inspired by Italian mid-century design. Upholstered in blush pink crushed velvet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Poplar, Down
Peacock Velvet Banquet Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
Custom channel back banquette sofa with 8 way hand tied hardwood frame, tight bench seat with down
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Large Curved Modern White Velvet Sofa
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
velvet. The sofa features a single cushion with foam, dacron, and down. Its tight back is soft, curvy and
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Maple, Down
Giorgio Collection Mirage Curve Sectional Velvet Sofa
By Giorgio Collection
Located in New York, NY
Mirage sectional sofa in velvet. Sofa seats and sides with double stitching in polyurethane foam
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Nickel, Stainless Steel
Custom Ralph Lauren Skirted Velvet Sofa (2 Available)
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Dallas, TX
Breathtaking custom skirted sofa by Ralph Lauren, circa mid-90s. Bold royal purple chenille velvet
Category
1990s North American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Materials
Chenille, Velvet, Down
3-seat "Lola" Sofa Green Velvet
By Dusty Deco
Located in Stockholm, SE
as comfortable sofa in one. DD Lola Sofa has an upholstery in a cotton velvet in the color Frozen
Category
2010s Slovak Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Velvet, Beech
Contemporary Velvet Sofa with Subtle Curves
By Mondo
Located in New York, NY
This sofa has curves that will invite you to sit down and stay a while. With precision upholstery
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Hollywood Regency Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Customizable Classic Sofa with Crushed Velvet and Shaped Back Pillows
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Designed for ballrooms, grand entries and other spaces requiring "forever" sofas, this piece is
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Maple
3-seat "Lola" Sofa Vintage Pink Velvet
By Dusty Deco
Located in Stockholm, SE
as comfortable sofa in one. DD Lola Sofa has an upholstery in a cotton velvet in the color Frozen
Category
2010s Slovak Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Velvet, Beech
Large Scalloped Sofa in Pink Velvet, Customizable
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Scalloped sofa with striking form. Sits deep with ample single seats that can be customized. Shown
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Ettore Sottsass Califfo Sofa in Wood and Multicoloured Velvet Poltronova 1960s
By Poltronova, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Two-seater Califfo sofa with a structure in a orange/red lacquered wood seat and back are
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Velvet
H 25.6 in W 78.75 in D 31.5 in
Grey Velvet tufted shelter style sofas, a pair
Located in Wichita, KS
These lovely tailored silver grey shelter sofas feature a tight arm, tight back and tailored seat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Contemporary Channeled Fleure Luxus Sofa in Velvet and Oak or Walnut Legs
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Fleure Luxus sofa is our latest adaptation of the award winning Fleure 3 – seater sofa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak, Velvet, Walnut
H 28.75 in W 78.75 in D 33.47 in
Modern Two Cushion Sofa in Dark Blue Velvet
Located in Greenwich, CT
Our modern two cushion sofa is upholstered in a dark blue velvet with an infinity cotton feel and
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Polyester, Poplar, Walnut
Adriano 3-Seater Blue Velvet Sofa with Horn Inlays
By Arcahorn Srl.
Located in Milan, IT
An intriguing blue hue inspired by a lake is the one selected for the fine velvet upholstery
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Metal
Exceptional Jack Lenor Larsen ~Primavera~ Velvet Playpen Sofa and Ottomans
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Gorgeous down filled sofa upholstered in Jack Lenor Larsen Primavera velvet with a pair of oversize
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 25.5 in W 83.5 in D 32.5 in
Cisco Brothers English Embroidered Textile Curved Down Castors Sofas, Set of 2
By Cisco Brothers
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
and an exceptionally deep seat lend inviting comfort to the elegant sofa set, whose roomy silhouette
Category
2010s American Other Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Silk, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
H 32 in W 97 in D 41 in
1980s Zanaboni Silk Velvet Leopard Tiger Sculptural Curved Sofa
By Zanaboni
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
sight – natural silk and luxurious velvet, the finest natural leather and expensive wood varieties, all
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Chinoiserie Sofas
Materials
Textile, Satin, Silk, Velvet
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa, Directional, in Chinoiserie Tiger Velvet
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
This Vladimir Kagan Cloud sofa is divine! This is not just any sofa; it's a fantastical journey
Category
1990s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
H 29 in W 96 in D 44 in
20th Century Maralunga Sofa In Original Velvet Fabric By Vico Magistretti
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A 2-seater “675 Maralunga” sofa in original vintage velvet fabric. The Maralunga sofa was designed
Category
20th Century Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
H 26.78 in W 65.75 in D 31.89 in
20th Century Maralunga Sofa In Original Velvet Fabric By Vico Magistretti
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A 2-seater “675 Maralunga” sofa in original vintage velvet fabric. The Maralunga sofa was designed
Category
20th Century Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
H 26.78 in W 65.75 in D 31.89 in
Antique French Louis XVI Seat Sofa Corbeille, Maison Pierre Frey Velvet
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
Antique French Louis XVI style sofa corbeille.
Two removable cushions, with a fabric of the famous
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Materials
Velvet
H 35.83 in W 51.19 in D 32.29 in
French Napoleon III Sofa in Pale Orange Velvet and White Fringe
Located in Buchanan, NY
of luxury and elegance. Upholstered in a pale orange tangerine velvet, the back and arms of the sofa
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Modern by Giuseppe Carpanelli Morfeo Sofa in velvet
By Carpanelli
Located in Desio, IT
Important volumes harmoniously define the Morfeo 3 seats sofa line characterized by intentionally
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Italian Midcentury Beige Velvet Sofa Triennale by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1956
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian midcentury Beige velvet Sofa Triennale by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1956
Iconic four seater
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
H 34.26 in W 111.42 in D 29.93 in
Edra Tatlin Sofa Loveseat by Mario Cananzi + Roberto Semprini, Red Velvet ITALY
By Edra, Mario Cananzi & Roberto Semprini
Located in Basel, BS
Edra Loveseat Sofa in Red Velvet--This is an Incredibly spectacular Spiral / Fibonacci Shaped Sofa
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
H 52.76 in W 82.68 in D 68.9 in
Grecian Mahogany Scroll Arm Sofa with Brass Trim Newly Upholstered in Velvet
Located in Chicago, IL
Newly Upholstered in Plush Black Italian Velvet
Classic carved mahogany Grecian sofa, newly
Category
Antique 1880s Greek Classical Greek Sofas
Materials
Brass
Custom Tuxedo Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
Our in house custom built tuxedo sofa is fabricated with an eight-way hand tied hardwood frame and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Down, Feathers, Velvet
Pink Velvet Rendez-Vous Sofa, Designed by Sergio Bicego, Made in Italy
By Sergio Bicego
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Italian Modern Leopard velvet Diesis sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B, 1980s
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in amstelveen, NL
Diesis sofa, designed by Antonio Citterio and Paolo Nava for B&B Italia.
The epitome of innovative
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
H 26.78 in W 110.24 in D 35.44 in
Vladimir Kagan L-Shape 5-Seat Sectional Sofa in Pale-Grey Velvet
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is an iconic L-Shape, 5-seat sectional sofa from the world renown German
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Vanguard Envision Sofa in a Taupe Faux Mohair Velvet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vanguard Envision Sofa - Showroom New. Covered in a rich, neutral, taupe, faux mohair velvet with
Category
2010s American Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
21st Century Modern Italian Sofa Upholstered In Cotton Velvet
Located in Milan, IT
Rich, plush, round volumes and luscious comfort in a small-sized sofa. The ends of the armrests and
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Theodore Alexander Aiden Velvet Sofa With Modern Metal Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Showroom New. Theodore Alexander's Most Popular Sofa. The Aiden is covered in a beautiful rich
Category
2010s American Sofas
Materials
Metal
Two-Seat Pink Velvet Rendez-Vous Sofa by Sergio Bicego, Made in Italy
By Sergio Bicego
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Yellow Velvet New York Suite Sofa, Designed by Sergio Bicego, Made in Italy
By Sergio Bicego
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Edward Wormley Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa in Great Plains Wool Velvet
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley Dunbar Tuxedo Sofa in Great Plains, Wool Velvet "Dreamer Marigold" Sofa was stripped
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair
Green New York Velvet Loveseat Sofa, Designed by Sergio Bicego, Made in Italy
By Sergio Bicego
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
H 29 in W 59 in D 39 in
Bunny Williams Home Grant Sofa 96", Solid Performance Velvet/Moss
By Bunny Williams Home
Located in New York, NY
A handsome, modern skirted sofa with sloped arm. Sleek tailoring complemented by a single seat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Synthetic
21st Century Madras Sofa in Velvet by Etro Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Classic, soft and elegant lines for the Madras sofa, upholstered with velvet in a soft cream shade
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Bunny Williams Home Bamboo Sofa 80", Solid Performance Velvet/Moss
By Bunny Williams Home
Located in New York, NY
This comfortable sofa has classic, clean lines but the bamboo base gives it personality. Perfect
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Materials
Synthetic, Cotton
Velvet 'Dress-Up' Sectional Sofa Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Cassina
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Cassina
Located in Dallas, TX
Three-piece velvet Cassina Sectional sofa designed by Rudolfo Dordoni. Upholstered in a high-grade
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Velvet
H 26.4 in W 153.5 in D 38.6 in
Bunny Williams Home Bamboo Sofa 80", Solid Performance Velvet/Moss
By Bunny Williams Home
Located in New York, NY
This comfortable sofa has classic, clean lines but the bamboo base gives it personality. Perfect
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Synthetic
21st Century Ease Sofa in Cream Velvet by Etro Home Interiors
By Etro
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
A modern and essential design for the Ease sofa. The presence of large cushions amplifies the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Modern Slope Arm Sofa with Loose Cushions
Located in Greenwich, CT
New three cushion sofa with loose back and seat cushions. Frame made with real wood, and with glue
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Maple, Down
Bunny Williams Home Southern Belle Sofa 82", Solid Performance Velvet/Espresso
By Bunny Williams Home
Located in New York, NY
envelop you. Ideal entertaining an intimate crowd, this sofa is well suited to linen and velvet. Made to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Materials
Synthetic
H 28.5 in W 82 in D 35 in
Le Jeune Upholstery Shaker 3-Seat Sofa Showroom Model
By Iconic Design Gallery
Located in Miami, FL
and feathers. The sofa is upholstered in a light tan colored velvet with a solid hardwood frame
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Walnut, Down, Feathers
Sensational Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet Sofa Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern
By Swaim, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Sensational Milo Baughman style Swaim 3 seater sofa with luscious Jack Lenor Larsen Caravan Velvet
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
H 27 in W 90 in D 35 in
Custom John Roselli - O' Henry House Sofa In Custom Cut Velvet #2
By John Rosselli
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The large and very comfortable High-Back Sofa with shaped arms sloping down to the two part angular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Custom John Roselli - O' Henry House Sofa In Custom Cut Velvet #1
By John Rosselli
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The large and very comfortable High-Back Sofa with shaped arms sloping down to the two part angular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
FINE GEORGE SMITH HOWARD SiGNATURE SCROLL ARM SOFA MULBERRY FLYING DUCKS VELVET
By Mulberry, George Smith
Located in GB
Smith Signature Scroll Arm large sofa with feather filled back and base cushions upholstered with the
Category
20th Century English Country Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Beech, Oak
H 32.49 in W 83.08 in D 44.49 in
Magnificent Erwin Lambeth Velvet Tiger Sectional Sofa Sectional Mid-Century
By Erwin Lambeth
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent Erwin Lambeth 2-piece sectional sofa with tiger cut velvet upholstery. This is one of
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Art Deco Emerald Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
French Art Deco style emerald sofa. This sofa is glamour personified! Couture detail, a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
Illum Wikkelsø V11 Sofa by Holger Christiansen
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Dallas, TX
refinished and the sofa has been reupholstered in Holly Hunt / Lush / Dusk thick velvet. The back cushions
Category
Vintage 1960s Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Saint-Germain 2-Seat Sofa in Sella Touch Leather and raw Silver
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Saint-germain sofa, available in 2 or 3-seater versions, is composed of a matte black wood panel
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Pascal Modular Curve Sofa
By Michael Felix
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Pascal Modular allows for unlimited configurations in curved and straight options. Each piece is wrapped in down and feather to maximize comfort lounging. Includes arm pillows an...
Category
2010s American Sofas
Materials
Leather, Bouclé, Velvet, Wood
Saint-Germain 3-Seat Sofa in Black Timeless Leather and Raw Silver
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Saint-germain sofa, available in 2 or 3-seater versions, is composed of a matt black wood panel
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Egge Sofa by Atra Design
By ATRA
Located in Geneve, CH
Egge Sofa by Atra Design
Dimensions: D 250 x W 956 x H 62.4 cm.
Materials: Brass and velvet fabric
Category
2010s Mexican Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Velor 2.5 seater castle sofa with adjustable armrests
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this velvet sofa with adjustable armrests in a beautiful deep red color.
With its deep
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Sofas
Materials
Velvet
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Velvet And Down Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic velvet and down sofa available at 1stDibs. A velvet and down sofa — often made from fabric, velvet and wood — can elevate any home. There are 45 variations of the antique or vintage velvet and down sofa you’re looking for, while we also have 149 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the velvet and down sofa you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A velvet and down sofa is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in modern, mid-century modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Ghidini 1961, Sergio Bicego and Saba Italia each produced at least one beautiful velvet and down sofa that is worth considering.
How Much is a Velvet And Down Sofa?
Prices for a velvet and down sofa start at $169 and top out at $60,000 with the average selling for $9,100.
Finding the Right seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Velvet And Down Sofa
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Deciding 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
In crushed velvet, the fabric has been twisted while wet to give it a crinkled look with shimmer and texture.
- How do you revive velvet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
You can fluff up the squashed nap of velvet upholstery with a vacuum or brush. For mohair velvet that shows matting, place a damp cloth overnight on the affected area, then use a blow dryer on a low setting the next morning to dry any remaining wet spots.
- Is velvet high-maintenance?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Whether velvet is high-maintenance is a matter of opinion. To keep velvet upholstery clean, vacuum it regularly using a hose attachment. Soak up stains with absorbent cloths as soon as they happen and then treat stains with a product labeled as safe for velvet. Generally, synthetic velvet is more stain-resistant than pure cotton or silk velvet. Shop a range of velvet furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is velvet upholstery durable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Velvet is fairly durable, because it has no raised weaves or loose threads and has a flat pile.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Suede is a type of leather; velvet is made from plant or synthetic fibers.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Vacuum the velvet regularly. If a spill occurs, blot it immediately with a dry cloth. If the stain dries, you can blot it with a cloth dipped in a soap-and-water solution.But test this, or any other cleaning solution, on a hidden spot first to make sure it doesn’t cause damage. Once the fabric is dry, use a soft, dry brush to restore the original direction and loft of the pile.
- What is a black velvet painting?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A black velvet painting is a type of painting that is distinguished by the use of velvet as the support (versus canvas, for example). The velvet provides a dark background which helps the colors stand out. On 1stDibs, find a variety of black velvet paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes and no. Velvet can be vacuumed, but if it is stained, you need to find out what type of fiber it is made from. The different fibers must be cleaned differently, and improper cleaning can cause damage.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Velvet can be made from cotton, silk or a synthetic fiber like polyester. Velvet also comes in several different forms: crushed, cut, panne or plush, as well as velveteen.
- Was velvet used in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, 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.
- What is a modular sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A modular sofa is an upholstered seating solution meant to accommodate two or more people. Unlike standard sofas, modular designs feature multiple individual pieces that you can mix, match and arrange into different shapes and configurations. You will sometimes see them called sectional sofas. Find a range of modular sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a Sheraton sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Sheraton sofa refers to a specific neo-classical English furniture style that features round tapered legs with contrasting veneer inlays. Sheraton style grew in popularity in the late 18th century and remains to be a home-décor favorite for its classic style. Shop a selection of authentic Sheraton pieces on 1stDibs.
- What is a chaise on a sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A chaise, also known as a chaise longue (or, as it is sometimes spelled in the United States, a “chaise lounge”), is a long, upholstered sofa in the shape of a chair that can be used to prop one's legs upon. The name "chaise" refers to any long, reclining chair in modern French interior design, and the English translation is "long chair."
- What is a studio sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A studio sofa is similar to a futon in that it’s multifunctional. Studio sofas can be converted into a double bed by flattening out the frame.
- What is a sofa plinth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sofa plinth is a low base or pedestal that a sofa rests on. It borrows its name from a platform used to support an arch in classical architecture. People also call statue bases plinths. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage sofas.
- What is a sofa suite?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Also known as living room suites or a three-piece suite, sofa suites are usually sofas with two matching chairs. On 1stDibs you will find a variety of options for antique, new and vintage sofa suites.
- What is an Empire sofa?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Empire movement in design started in the 19th century and is characterized by straight lines in rigid symmetrical compositions. Empire sofas, and furniture specifically, are part of the French neoclassical style. Shop a collection of Empire sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Empire sofa is a type of sofa associated with the Empire style of art and architecture that came out of early 19th-century France. The designs of furniture in the Empire style were actually quite varied depending on the region which interpreted the design principles. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Empire style sofas from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The most comfortable sofa is a personal choice and will depend upon the sofa seat’s depth and height, filling and upholstery, back height and the back-pitch angle to recline or not to recline. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Today, options abound when it comes to style, material and comfort. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern sofas.
- What is a tufted sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021In a tufted sofa, the upholstery fabric is tightly pulled and folded into a geometric pattern and secured by buttons. The cushions on a tufted sofa remain plump and quite comfortable over time. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tufted sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Riotous Shapes and Colors Have Made Uchronia’s Designs the Toast of Paris
Julien Sebban’s energetic design collective is radically reshaping the look of 21st-century European furniture and interiors.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
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