Victorian Wingback Sofa with Floral Tapestry and Wood Frame
Located in High Point, NC
An eclectic Victorian wingback sofa upholstered in a multicolor floral tapestry, its high, curved back and rolled arms lending the piece a traditional, enveloping silhouette that inv...
Fabric, Wood
Antique Eastlake Victorian Carved Walnut Floral Upholstered Parlor Sofa Loveseat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Eastlake Victorian Carved Walnut Floral Upholstered Parlor Sofa Loveseat.
Walnut
Vintage Victorian Style Cherry Wood Floral Tapestry High Cameo Back Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Victorian Style Cherry Wood Floral Tapestry High Cameo Back Sofa.
Fabric, Cherry
Luxury Victorian Hand Dyed Aged Brown Leather Two Seat Sofa Hand Carved Floral
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning fully restored hand dyed aged brown leather two-seat sofa This sofa is just about as fine as you find anywhere, it has ...
Leather
$19,371Sale Price|25% Off
1880 Howard and Sons Grantley Sofa in Floral Ticking Stripe, UK
By Howard and Sons
Located in Faversham, GB
An exceptional Howard and Sons ‘Grantley’ sofa. This original Grantley H&S model sofa features down-filled outswept armrests that sit at the same height as the back, giving the ...
Upholstery, Oak
VINTAGE HOWARD & SON'S LONDON BRIDGEWATER LARGE 5 SEAT CORNER SOFA FLORAL FABRiC
By Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this rare, highly collectable Howard & Son's / Howard Chairs LTD London, corner sofa which was commissioned ...
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique English Sofa Side Table Decoupage Botanical Floral Black Gold c1890
Located in Choudrant, LA
Antique English Sofa Side Table Decoupage Botanical Floral Black Gold c1890. Direct from southern England, a superb one-of-a-kind antique English console or side table. This antique...
Wood
Antique Carved Victorian Sofa With Floral Tapestry Upholstery
Located in West Hartford, CT
Extravagant carved Victorian sofa has been restored and reupholstered in a colorful tapestry fabric. Fabulous details include carved crest, scrolled arms and brass nailheads. Maximal...
Fabric, Textile, Mahogany
Sold
H 51.5 in W 73 in D 28 in
1800's Antique Victorian, Ornately Carved, Floral, Upholstered Parlor Sofa!!
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous Antique Parlor Sofa, Victorian, Ornately Carved, Floral, Upholstered, 1800's, 19th Century!
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 38.19 in W 75.99 in D 27.56 in
Rare 19th Century Hardwood and Satinwood Sofa Howard & Sons Floral Upholstery
By Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning rosewood and satinwood 19th century Swedish sofa with Howard & Son’s style upholstery A very good looking and well made...
Upholstery, Hardwood
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H 32 in W 60 in D 36 in
Vintage Floral Print 60" Fully Upholstered Channel Back Loveseat Sofa by Harden
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. High Quality Floral Print 60" Fully Upholstered Channel Back Loveseat Sofa by Harden....
Fabric
Victorian English Sofa with Floral Upholstery, Late 19th Century
Located in Southampton, NY
Victorian English Sofa with Floral Upholstery This Victorian English sofa features a classic silhouette with elegant rolled arms and a beautifully patterned floral upholstery.
Upholstery, Wood
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H 32.68 in W 76.78 in D 41.74 in
Very Comfortable Feather Filled Back & Base Floral Linen Upholstered Howard Sofa
By Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning English Country House, Howard style three seat sofa with Floral linen blend upholstery and deep feather filled back and seat cushions...
Upholstery, Beech
Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.
Styles to Know
Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa
A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.
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