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Very nice and rare Danish rosewood sofa. 1960s
Located in Braga, Braga
Mid Century Danish Modern rosewood 2 seater sofa
Probably by Hans Olsen
Totally restored. New
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
Danish 1940s Very Large Curved Banana Shape Sofa
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Large banana shaped or curved sofa made in Denmark, circa 1940. This sofa will make strong
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
Very Rare Bruno Mathsson Sofa in Perfect Condition
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Munich, DE
No.T201 sofa designed by Bruno Mathsson in 1936 and made by Karl Mathsson. Re-upholstered to
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Very Rare Safari Lounge Sofa, Archizoom Associati 1968
By Archizoom Associati
Located in Rovereta, SM
"Safari" lounge sofa, Archizoom Associati (assets from 1966 to 1974). Model created in 1968, first
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fiberglass
1970s, Danish sleeping foldable sofa, original very good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish sleeping foldable sofa. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Teak
Suelo Modern Wood Sofa
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo modern wood sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa
Category
2010s North American Modern Sofas
Materials
Hardwood
Suelo Modern Outdoor Sofa
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo modern outdoor sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This sofa
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
Suelo Modern Platform Sofa
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo Modern platform sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Hardwood
Suelo Modern Black Sofa
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo modern black sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Hardwood
1970s, Scandinavian 2 seater sofa, original very good condition, leather.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian 2 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Light
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 37.01 in W 55.91 in D 35.44 in
1980s, Danish 3 seater sofa, original very good condition, velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1980s, Danish 3 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Classic 80s
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Plastic
Very chic Sofa in teinted beech attributed to Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Monaco, MC
Very chic wooden Sofa attributed to Paolo Buffa.
3 seat with Pierre Frey Collobrières fabric
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Beech
1960s, Danish vintage 2 seater sofa, original very good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Green/yellow
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
1970s, 3 seater Danish sofa, original very good condition, corduroy.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 3 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells, no stains. Light brown
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
H 35.44 in W 74.02 in D 33.47 in
1950s, Danish Vintage 2 Seater Sofa, Original Very Good Condition
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish design, 2 seater lounge sofa in dark red-cherry velour with fringes. Teak wood
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Modern Suelo Sofa, Turned Leg
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Modern Suelo sofa - Turned Leg is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Maple
1970s, Danish 3 seater sofa, original very good condition, wool, oak.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 3 seater sofa. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Original olive
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 30.32 in W 68.9 in D 32.68 in
1980s, Scandinavian 3 seater sofa, original very good condition, velour, oak.
Located in Tarm, 82
1980s, Scandinavian 3 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Light
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Oak
H 30.71 in W 79.53 in D 32.68 in
1970s, Danish sleeping foldable sofa, oak wood, original very good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish sleeping foldable sofa. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 30.32 in W 78.75 in D 31.5 in
1950s, Danish 2 seater sofa, original very good condition, ash wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 2 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Red furniture
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Ash
1960-70s, Danish velour 2 seater sofa, original very good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Cherry-red
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
1970s, Danish 2 seater sofa, original very good condition, furniture wool.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 2 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Furniture
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wool
H 31.89 in W 56.7 in D 36.23 in
1970s, Danish 3 seater sofa, original very good condition, wool, oak.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 3 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Furniture
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 30.71 in W 71.66 in D 33.08 in
1960s, Danish vintage 2 seater "Banana" sofa, original very good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design. 2 seater "Banana" sofa in original cherry-red fabric. Very good condition: no
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 292.92 in W 68.51 in D 34.65 in
Mid-Century Modern Curved Sofa
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Fully restored curved sofa. It consists of solid sculptural legs in ebonized wood and a printed
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Very Early and Rare No. 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Munich, DE
Designed in 1954. Original condition. should be re-upholstered.
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
1960s, Danish 3 Seater Folded Sleeping Sofa, Original Very Good Condition
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3 seater folded sleeping sofa. Original very good condition, no smells and no stains
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech, Teak
H 28.75 in W 77.56 in D 34.65 in
Very Early and Rare No. 578 Sofa by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll
Located in Munich, DE
From the estate of the famous architect Viljo Revell. Hard foam. Designed in 1954. Original condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
1960s, Danish vintage 2 seater "Banana" sofa, original very good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design "Banana" sofa. Original good condition: no smells and no stains. Red furniture
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 27.56 in W 63.78 in D 35.83 in
Hand Dyed Vintage Brown Leather Large Designer Contempory Sofa Very Comfortable
Located in GB
three seat sofa
A very good looking decorative and comfortable sofa, this piece came from Dublin in
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 31.11 in W 81.89 in D 37.01 in
1970s, Danish 4 seater sofa, original very good condition, wool, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 4 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Furniture
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 29.53 in W 91.34 in D 30.71 in
Very Rare Victorian Howard & Sons Fully Restored Brown Leather Sofa
By Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in GB
& Son’s Berners street tobacco brown leather fully restored sofa
I have a Howard & Son's armchair
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Materials
Leather
1960s, Danish 2 seater sofa by Fritz Hansen, very good condition, velour.
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2 seater sofa by Fritz Hansen. Very good condition: no smells and no stains. Sofa was
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
H 32.29 in W 61.03 in D 32.68 in
Very rare three seater sofa by Giovanni Offredi for Saportiti, Italy 1970s.
By Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very rare three seater sofa by Giovanni Offredi for Saportiti, Italy 1970s. This sofa features a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Ash
H 27.56 in W 98.43 in D 32.29 in
Vladimir Kagan Unicorn sofa for Kagan Designs, 1967. Very Rare. One Owner.
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Kansas City, MO
This original Vladimir Kagan Curved Unicorn sofa has had only one owner and was purchased directly
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Wrought Iron
Very Long "Mississippi" Lounge Sofa by Pierre Paulin For Artifort, 1970's
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very rare and exclusive "Mississippi" sofa model 100.
This very comfortable sofa was designed and
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Foam
H 25.6 in W 275.6 in D 31.5 in
Swedish Vintage Mid Century Modern Sofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A rare find in this super stylish and very comfortable mid century modern Swedish sofa. The
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Mid Century Danish Modern Tufted Sofa
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Danish Modern Tufted Sofa
Above average vintage condition and structurally sound
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak, Fabric, Upholstery
1970s, Danish 3 seater sofa, original very good condition, velour, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 3 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Solid oak
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Oak
H 31.89 in W 77.96 in D 33.86 in
Mid Century Modern Flexsteel Thunderbird Sofa
By Flexsteel
Located in Tulsa, OK
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Mid Century Modern Flexsteel Thunderbird Sofa. Above average vintage condition and structurally
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Daybed Sleeper Sofa
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Mid-Century Modern convertible sofa features hardwood construction, original upholstery which
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Modern Walnut Leather Sofa, The Suelo
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Modern walnut leather sofa - The Suelo is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Otto Schultz Scandinavian Modern "Boet" Sofa
By Otto Schulz
Located in Kramfors, SE
Rare Scandinavian modern Swedish sofa Boet from the mid 20th century. The sofa is designed by Otto
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Elm
1960, Hans Roebers, Very Long Original Snake Couch in Old Brown Leather
By Hanshan Roebers 1
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
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Very long, about 10 meter, original Snake Couch in nice patin old brown leather. The snake is made with
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery
H 393.71 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
Peter Marino Custom Modern Chesterfield Sofa American
By Peter Marino
Located in New York, NY
A very comfortable luxurious custom modern take of a classic chesterfield sofa by famed designer
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Drexel Walnut Trim Sofa
By Drexel
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Drexel Walnut Trim Sofa
Unique wood trimmed Drexel sofa. Good vintage
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
Suelo Modern Wood Sofa with Plinth Base
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo Modern wood sofa with plinth base is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Hardwood
Mid Century Modern Velvet and wood Sofa
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
a great statement piece in any home.
If you are looking for a quality mid century modern couch
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Mid Century Modern Walnut Base Tufted Sofa
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Walnut Base Tufted Sofa
Above average vintage condition and structurally sound
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
Mid Century Modern Walnut Base Tufted Sofa
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Walnut Base Tufted Sofa
Above average vintage condition and structurally sound
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
Adrian Pearsall Gondola Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Baltimore, MD
Mid-century modern stunning, beautiful, high-quality long gondola walnut framed sofa model 2640-S
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Walnut
Modern Leather Sofa in Walnut, Suelo Collection
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Modern walnut leather sofa - The Suelo
This Modern walnut leather sofa is apart of our Suelo
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Sculptural Post-Modern Steel Sofa, France 1980s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very unique and unusual sofa. Inspired by the Maria Pergay, Michel Boyer era. Sourced in the south
Category
Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Modern Steel Studio Sofa Stephen K Stuart
By Stephen K Stuart
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
: Metal, leather.
Condition:
This modern steel studio sofa by Stephen K Stuart in very good
Category
1990s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Suelo Modern Wood Sofa in Solid Walnut
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo Modern Wood sofa in solid walnut is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Modern Patio Furniture, Suelo Sofa in Natural
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo Modern outdoor sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
Danish Modern Teak Gondola Scandinavian Sofa, 1980s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Basel, BS
Solid Teak frame Original Danish Mid Century Modern very long Gondola Sofa. This design is pleasing
Category
20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
Modern Patio Furniture, Suelo Sofa in Natural
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo Modern Outdoor Sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
Nicoletti Salotti Post-Modern Italian Leather Sofa
By Nicoletti Salotti
Located in TARBES, FR
Magnificent post-modern Nicoletti Salotti sofa circa 1980 beige color, the leather is in very good
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mid-Century Modern Adjustable Sofa by Cassina
By Cassina
Located in Bridgeport, CT
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Adjusted Backrest 93.5"/ Base 72.4"
Rare Two-Seat Couch Sofa With Adjustable Backrest Function by Cassina
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
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Find many varieties of an authentic very modern sofa available at 1stDibs. A very modern sofa — often made from fabric, wood and animal skin — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer very modern sofa, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right very modern sofa, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. Florence Knoll, Milo Baughman and Thayer Coggin each produced at least one beautiful very modern sofa that is worth considering.
How Much is a Very Modern Sofa?
Prices for a very modern sofa start at $1,474 and top out at $30,000 with the average selling for $4,914.
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Questions About Very Modern Sofa
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To make a floral sofa look modern, pair it with more minimalist pieces. Think coffee tables and accent chairs with simple, clean lines and lamps with globe shades. Place a solid-colored throw rug under the seating area or hang sleek frameless glass mirrors on the walls. Find a range of living room furniture on 1stDibs.
- 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 sofas are the most durable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024The sofas that are the most durable are those made of premium materials using techniques that maximize sturdiness and strength. Some long-lasting upholstery options include full- and top-grain leather and tight-weave fabrics. Durable sofas often feature kiln-dried hardwood frames, hand-tied suspension systems and high-resilience foam padding. Shop a diverse assortment of sofas 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.
- What is boucle sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bouclé sofa is a sofa that’s made from the heavy textile known as boucle. Bouclé is known for its fuzziness and soft texture, and designers often use it on rounded and asymmetrical furniture. Shop a collection of boucle sofas and other furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a Knoll Sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Knoll sofa, or a Knole sofa, is an interesting piece of furniture that’s believed to have its origins in the 1600s and to be the precursor to the modern sofa. It features two side-by-side cushions and arms that are as high as the back of the sofa. The most interesting feature is that these arms can often be tied back or dropped to change the profile of the sofa. Find an assortment of Knole sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Lawson sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Lawson sofa is characterized by a classic-shaped frame, with deep detachable cushions. The arms might be straight or feature a slight roll. The sofa is often decorated with complementary pillows to offer an extra level of comfort. Find a selection of Lawson sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Chesterfield sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Chesterfield sofa is a couch with rolled arms that are as tall as the back of the sofa. They always feature deep button tufting everywhere, including the cushion.
- What is a Howard sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Howard sofa is characterized by its slightly curved sprung back, low level arms and a deep seat designed for comfort. It has been described as a timeless British classic. Shop a collection of authentic Howard sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a horsehair sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A horsehair sofa is a piece of furniture large enough to sit two or three people side by side. The term horsehair refers to the fact that its upholstery is fabric made from wefts of hair from a horse's tail. On 1stDibs, shop a range of horsehair sofas.
- What are cloud sofas?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cloud sofas can refer to one of two pieces of furniture. In some cases, the phrase indicates a mid-century modern couch designed by the American designer Adrian Pearsall. On social media, you may see someone reference the Restoration Hardware cloud sofa, a contemporary piece that went viral in 2021. You'll find a selection of Adrian Pearsall cloud sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a Togo sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Togo sofa is a piece of furniture designed by Michel Ducaroy. The sofa features an ergonomic design with a simple square back, a plush seat and open arm-less sides. Upholstery shows off pleats or button tufting. Shop a range of Togo sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a sofa and loveseat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A sofa and loveseat are two different pieces of seating furniture. The size is the most significant distinction between a loveseat and a sofa. Sofas are bigger and available in a variety of lengths, though the conventional three-cushion seat is one of the most popular. Loveseats, on the other hand, are significantly smaller and often only seat two persons. The second significant comparison between the two is the function of the seat. Sofas are bigger and hence more suited to lounging and socializing. You may sprawl out on a sofa or gather a group of friends to speak or watch a movie. Loveseats are more useful in small spaces where a larger sofa would be too large. Find a collection of antique and vintage loveseats as well as sofas today on 1stDibs.
- What is the sturdiest sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The sturdiest sofa is largely a matter of personal opinion. Generally, the materials of the frame greatly impact the sturdiness of a sofa. Kiln-dried hardwoods are often more durable than softer woods and engineered wood materials. Pieces featuring dowel construction, corner blocks and metal-bracketed joints are usually stronger than ones assembled with staples, nails and glue. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage and antique sofas.
- What is a wingback sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A wingback sofa or chair has extensions from the back that wrap around the sides partially creating a sort of wing that branches out of the back. Often the wings extend down and then form the arms of the chair or sofa, but not always. Shop a collection of wingback furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a bumper sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024A bumper sofa is a sofa with a specific design. Usually part of a larger sectional sofa, it is a long chaise with an extended armrest. The design of the bumper sofa makes it possible for a single person to sit with their legs stretched out along the chaise or for multiple people to sit on the chaise with their feet on the floor, using the armrest as a backrest. Shop a large collection of sofas 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.
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