Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
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Leather
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Velvet
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Rattan
20th Century English Victorian Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
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Wool, Teak
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Velvet
1950s American Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Rattan
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Mohair
20th Century English Art Deco Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Leather
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
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Leather, Upholstery, Teak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
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Brass
1980s North American Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Brass
1980s American Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Brass
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Metal, Chrome
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Brass
Late 20th Century Art Deco Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
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Metal, Brass
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Iron
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Lacquer
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Brass
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Brass, Stainless Steel
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Velvet, Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Velvet, Beech
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Spruce
2010s French Art Deco Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Marble, Enamel
2010s French Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Iron
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Glass, Walnut
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Wood
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
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1950s American Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Velvet, Beech
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Leather
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Leather, Mohair
1950s American Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Upholstery, Mahogany
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Rattan
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Mohair
Late 20th Century North American Regency Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century American Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
20th Century British Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Chrome
20th Century Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Linen
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Fabric
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Upholstery
1930s Art Deco Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Chrome
1930s Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Birdseye Maple
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Upholstery
20th Century Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Oil
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Velvet, Mahogany
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Velvet
20th Century American Realist Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
20th Century American Realist Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
20th Century American Realist Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Lithograph
1950s American Realist Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Color
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Wool, Oak
1940s Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Velvet, Beech
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Brass
1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Beech
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Velvet
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Mahogany
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Upholstery, Teak
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Reed, Art Glass, Teak
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Color
20th Century American Realist Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
20th Century American Realist Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
20th Century American Realist Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
1950s American Realist Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Color
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Velvet, Ash
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Velvet, Ash
1930s Rancho Monterey Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Upholstery
1930s American Rancho Monterey Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
1930s American Rancho Monterey Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
1930s American Rancho Monterey Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
1930s American Rancho Monterey Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
20th Century American Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
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1960s American Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
Upholstery
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drop Arm Sofa
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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.
- What is a drop arm sofa for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A drop-arm sofa is designed to save space by converting into a comfortable single bed when the arms are dropped. The next morning, returning the arms to their original position turns the bed back into a sofa. Shop a collection of drop arm sofas from sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Knole drop-arm sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Knole drop-arm sofa is a settee developed during the 17th century. It usually has a rectangle back with a decorative wood trim and tall fully upholstered arms positioned at a diagonal. Originally, the sofa served as a royal seat for monarchs. You'll find a variety of Knole sofas on 1stDibs.
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