Find many varieties of an authentic antique camel back sofa available at 1stDibs. An antique camel back sofa — often made from
wood,
mahogany and
fabric — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an antique camel back sofa — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique camel back sofa, those designed in
Victorian,
Georgian and
Baroque styles are of considerable interest.
Howard & Sons Ltd each produced at least one beautiful antique camel back sofa that is worth considering.
Prices for an antique camel back sofa can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,320 and can go as high as $22,000, while the average can fetch as much as $6,450.
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.