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EMBRYO Blue Velvet Sofa/ Couch
By Studio Christine Kalia
Located in Larnaca, CY
CNC Wooden Structure upholstered in comfortable cushions and velvet water repellent plush fabric
Category
2010s Cypriot Space Age Sofas
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Antique Velvet Sofa
Located in Milano, IT
Wonderful antique velvet sofa dating back to the 1800s, fine Italian manufacture.
The frame is
Category
Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Mauve Velvet Sofa, 1980s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
- 26.5"h, 94"w, 32"d
- Mauve striped velvet tufted back sofa circa 1980s
- Condition: Excellent
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Regency Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Luxurious Tan Velvet Sofa
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the epitome of sophistication – our Beige Textured Velvet Upholstered 3-Seat Sofa, a
Category
20th Century Unknown Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet
Oscar Contemporary Velvet Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Oscar sofa
Inspired by the curved lines poetry of Oscar Niemeyer’s architecture, Oscar sofa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Italian Sofa Red Velvet
By ALI Alabastri Lavorati Italiani
Located in Long Island, NY
Hand Made Italian Sofa Beautiful Red Velvet With Gold Accents.
Category
Early 2000s European International Style Sofas
Materials
Velvet
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
Mid Century Velvet Sofa
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your living space with this captivating Mid-century sofa, a true embodiment of timeless
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Ether Curved Velvet Sofa
By Jonathan Adler
Located in New York, NY
. Airy yet edgy, our Ether Curved sofa is upholstered in heavenly Bergamo Azure velvet and perched on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Lupin Sofa Forest Velvet
By Nelson de Araújo Design
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
Soft, round and bold. Lupin Sofa was designed for comfort, the perfect sofa to relax after a long
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Wood
Lupin Sofa Terracotta Velvet
By Nelson de Araújo Design
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
Soft, round and bold. Lupin Sofa was designed for comfort, the perfect sofa to relax after a long
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Wood
Lupin Sofa Chestnut Velvet
By Nelson de Araújo Design
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
Soft, round and bold. Lupin Sofa was designed for comfort, the perfect sofa to relax after a long
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Wood
Pink Velvet Double Sided Sofa
By Ros Italia
Located in Milan, IT
Discover this elegant pink sofa upholstered in luxurious velvet By Ros Italia Interiors. Please
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Textile, Velvet, Wood
Blue Velvet Sofa
By Ros Italia
Located in Milan, IT
The generous size and plush character of this sofa suggests its placement inside wide interior
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Wood
Douglas Velvet Rust-Colored Sofa
By Cafedesart
Located in Milan, IT
On-trend style meets clean lines to give this velvet-upholstered sofa in a beautiful rust color a
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Metal
Vintage Boho Biomorphic Velvet Sofa
Located in west palm beach, FL
A sensational vintage Boho sofa. A chic biomorphic shape in a pale apricot velvet. Custom built and
Category
Late 20th Century American Bohemian Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Lupin Sofa Misty Beige Velvet
By Nelson de Araújo Design
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
Soft, round and bold. Lupin Sofa was designed for comfort, the perfect sofa to relax after a long
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Wood
Olive Velvet Modern Bhutan Sofa
Located in New York, NY
The Bhutan collection I was inspired to create this collection after traveling to the Himalayas to the kingdoms of Bhutan, with sophisticated lines this collections it’s inspired by ...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Bordeaux Velvet Modern Bhutan Sofa
Located in New York, NY
The Bhutan collection I was inspired to create this collection after traveling to the Himalayas to the kingdoms of Bhutan, with sophisticated lines this collections it’s inspired by ...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Gold and Brown Velvet Sofa
By Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Sleek tight back sofa with sinuous curves. Silky tiger eye velvet covers a solid maple frame with a
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Maple
Olive Velvet Modern Uphostery Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the Italian style and the mixture of old and new, this collection display the inspiration Javier had while living in italy, the textures and lines on this line will take ...
Category
2010s Portuguese Other Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Bordeaux Velvet Modern Uphostery Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the Italian style and the mixture of old and new, this collection display the inspiration Javier had while living in italy, the textures and lines on this line will take ...
Category
2010s Portuguese Other Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Italian Sofa in Peach Corduroy Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, corduroy velvet, wood, Italy, 1970s
This delicate sofa has a cozy and bulky appeal. An dark
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Unique Luxurious Designer Sofa or Couch, Rhinestones, Black Velvet Highlight
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique Luxurious designer sofa, rhinestones, black velvet. Highlight
Unusual and high-quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
H 35.44 in W 90.56 in D 33.47 in
Unique Luxurious Designer Sofa or Couch, Rhinestones, Black Velvet. Highlight
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique luxurious designer sofa, rhinestones, black velvet. Highlight unusual and high-quality sofa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
H 35.44 in W 79.53 in D 33.47 in
Straight Sofa, 21st Century Contemporary Velvet and Cast Aluminum Sofa
By Privatiselectionem
Located in Sofia, BG
Straight Sofa - 21st century contemporary velvet and cast aluminum sofa
Neat and refined
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
H 25.32 in W 123.9 in D 48.04 in
Thick Channeled Biege Velvet Sofa
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Overall: 108”W x 37”D x 37”H
Inside: 92”W x 23”D x 20”H
Seat Height: 17"
Price As Shown: $6,480 each
COM Price: $ each
Customization may change the price.
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Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Velvet, Foam, Maple
21st Century Diana Sofa Velvet Beechwood
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
about her beauty and glamour, so they designed the Diana sofa. This glamorous piece, with its polished
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas
Materials
Brass
Sinuous Velvet Turquoise Sofa Midcentury Sofa Isa Bergamo Italian Design
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Sinuous velvet turquoise sofa midcentury sofa Isa Bergamo Italian Design.
Elegant and trendy
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
H 32.68 in W 51.58 in D 29.53 in
Elba Rust Velvet Sofa
By Porte Italia
Located in Milan, IT
round shapes and luxurious Rubelli rust velvet fabric, this large sofa offers comfort and aesthetic
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Textile
Velvet Margret Sofa Pinewood Polished Brass
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
. Featuring a show-stopping cotton velvet upholstery over polished brass feet, this Mid-Century Modern sofa is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas
Materials
Brass
21st Century Olivia Sofa in Velvet
By Jumbo Collection
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
, recalling the splendor of French noble palaces.
Olivia 3-seater sofa with structure in beechwood. Padding in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
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
Green velvet 50's 'banana' sofa
Located in TILBURG, NL
'Banana' shape, 50's couch. Newly reupholstered in a green color, velvet fabric. The back and
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
1960s "Skyscraper" Design Velvet Sectional Sofa
Located in New York, NY
1960s "Skyscraper" design velvet sectional sofa. There are eight sections to the sofa (including
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Zebra Gold Sofa in Velvet Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Sofa Zebra gold with structure in solid wood.
Upholstered and covered with high quality
zebra
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Italian sofa in yellow velvet, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
A very comfortable design with eye-catching colors. This 1970s Italian sofa has been recently
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Cord
Contemporary Velvet Sofa with Curvy Silhouette
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This sofa breathes heritage, taking notes from curves and silhouettes from eras of unmatched
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Grey Velvet Sofa with Back Detailing
By Darren Ransdell Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom designed sofa by Darren Ransdell Design, grey velvet with curved high back and wonderful
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
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
Minimalist Velvet Sofa in Curved Silhouette
By Mondo
Located in New York, NY
Add a bit more edge to your interior with this unusual sofa.
Base is available in wood in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Hollywood Regency Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Antique French Louis XV Velvet Sofa
Located in Malibu, CA
Stunning French antique Louis XV sofa hand carved frame in walnut even arm canape sofa
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Materials
Walnut, Velvet
Velvet Mesa Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mesa sofa is a fully upholstered sofa that features a walnut or oak plinth base.
The Lawson
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Peterson Sofa with Aqua Velvet Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Sofa Peterson triple with high quality
velvet fabric in aqua finish and with structure
in solid
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Velvet Mesa Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mesa sofa is a fully upholstered sofa that features a walnut or oak plinth base.
The Lawson
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Velvet Huxley Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Velvet Huxley sofa by Lawson-Fenning. The Huxley sofa is inspired by 1970s lounge furniture. A
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Sofa / Couch Chesterfield Luxury Baroque Style Design Velvet Red Alcantara Look
Located in Berlin, DE
Exclusive Chesterfield sofa with ottoman in beautiful velvet / alkantara look.
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Velvet
H 29.53 in W 86.62 in D 37.41 in
Frenchy Sofa with Black Velvet Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Sofa Frenchy with structure in solid wood.
Covered with black velvet fabric high quality
fabric
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Italian Sofa in Vibrant Blue Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, blue velvet, metal and brass, Italy, 1950s
Elegant sofa with voluptuous armrests. These wide
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal, Brass
Conversation Sofa Offered in Velvet & Lacquer
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the grandiose style of Louis XV and XVI, this conversation sofa is faithful to the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Blue Sky Sofa with Velvet Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Sofa blue sky with structure in solid wood
and covered with blue sky velvet fabric.
Feet in gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Materials
Metal
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
Green Velvet Sofa With Brass Legs
By Troy Smith Studio
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Flute Sofa takes its inspiration from the pan flute. Unique and beautiful the Flute Sofa is one
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Brass
Yin Yang Modular Sofa in Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
Sofa can be connected in numerous compositions. Crafted by hand in sumptuous cotton velvet, the Yin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Yellow Velvet Contemporary Art Deco Sofa
By Troy Smith Studio
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Sound Sofa gets its name and inspiration from the shape and movement of sound waves. Very plush
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Velvet Lauriana Sofa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Dronten, NL
Lauriana 2-seater sofa designed in 1978 by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia.
Eggplant removable
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
NUAGE SOFA - Modern Asymmetrical Sofa in Antique Velvet
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
detail and quality throughout the manufacturing process.
The sofa is showcased here in Antique Velvet
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Rafaella Green & Gold Velvet 2 Seater Sofa
By D3co
Located in Milan, IT
This luxurious and generous sofa is smooth to the touch and ultra comfortable. The deep seats and
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam
Rafaella Red & Orange Velvet 2 Seater Sofa
By D3co
Located in Milan, IT
This luxurious and generous sofa is smooth to the touch and ultra comfortable. The deep seats and
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam
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Velvet Sofa Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of velvet sofa sofas available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, velvet and wood, all velvet sofa sofas available were constructed with great care. There are 3005 antique and vintage velvet sofa sofas for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 1346 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of velvet sofa sofas available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Velvet sofa sofas bearing mid-century modern or modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Mario Bellini, Milo Baughman and Cassina each produced beautiful velvet sofa sofas that are worth considering.
How Much are Velvet Sofa Sofas?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $5,852, while they’re typically $161 on the low end and $175,000 highest priced.
Finding the Right sofas for You
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique, new 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. 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 Velvet Sofa Sofas
- 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.
- 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.
- What is a recamier sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A recamier sofa is a type of couch that features a high curved headrest and a low footrest. This type of sofa is sometimes backless that can be kept flat across the wall. A recamier sofa looks great in a living room, bedroom, study or elsewhere in your home. Shop a range of antique and vintage recamier sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a serpentine sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A serpentine sofa is an upholstered seating solution with a curvy shape reminiscent of the letter “S.” Vladimir Kagan designed the piece of furniture in 1950, and it has since become one of the best-known couches of the mid-century period. On 1stDibs, find a range of serpentine sofas.
- What is a sofa armchair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024A sofa armchair is a type of armchair. Specifically, the term describes an armchair with thick cushions on its backrest and seat and a deep frame that provides plenty of space for the user to settle in and relax. As a result, it offers the comfort typically associated with a sofa in a single-seat design, which is how this type of accent chair gets its name. Find a large selection of armchairs on 1stDibs.
- When was the sofa invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024No one knows for sure when the first sofa was invented. However, ancient versions of the furniture date back to 2000 B.C. in Egypt. Generally, Jay Wellingdon Couch receives credit for inventing the modern sofa in 1895. People even use his surname, Couch, as another name for the sofa. Explore a large selection of couches on 1stDibs.
- Is a sofa a chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024By the strictest definition, a sofa is not a chair. Generally, a chair is a seating solution for one person. Since a sofa seats more than one person at a time, it usually isn't considered a chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs and sofas.
- What is smaller than a sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A loveseat is a piece of upholstered furniture that is smaller than a sofa. Most sofas can accommodate three or more people, while a loveseat generally seats two. Single-seat furniture like accent chairs and armchairs are also smaller than sofas. Shop a collection of living room furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is a Corbusier sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A Corbusier sofa is a sofa designed by Swiss-born Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, best known by his adopted name Le Corbusier. He was a highly influential architect, designer, painter, urban planner and writer whose career spanned almost five decades. With the help of Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier created a number of designs for seating, including the famous LC2 and LC3. Each couples a tubular chrome frame with soft, supple leather upholstery, lending an organic warmth to an industrially made design and is engineered using ergonomic principles to complement the contours of the human form. Find a variety of vintage Le Corbusier sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a Nelson sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024A Nelson sofa is a sofa designed by George Nelson. Introduced in 1968, it features an exposed wooden frame and button-tufted cushions outlined by piping. The American industrial designer created the piece for Herman Miller, and the company continues to manufacture and sell it today. Explore a variety of George Nelson sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Bridgewater sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A Bridgewater sofa is a sofa with a low profile and low arms that are set slightly back from the front of the sofa. Classic Bridgewater sofas also feature a skirt and a rolled back. This is a simple and classic sofa that is an excellent choice for many homes. Shop charming Bridgewater sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a bergère sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bergère sofa is a piece of furniture more commonly called a bergère chair. The term describes an armchair that features upholstery on its back, arms and seat and a decorative wooden frame. Bergère chairs emerged during the Regency period in France but became especially popular during the Rococo era. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bergère chairs.
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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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Rose Uniacke Velvet
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Left Facing Chaise
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Lawson Fenning Huxley
Aqua Velvet Sofa
Tiger Maple Sofa
Lombard Sofa
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Curved Velvet Sofa In Dark Green Velvet
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