1940s Danish Mohair Sofa with Channel Back and Curved Silhouette
Located in Oakland, CA
a solid doweled wood frame and a seat constructed with eight-way hand-tied copper springs, layered
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Mohair
1940s Danish Mohair Sofa with Channel Back and Curved Silhouette
Located in Oakland, CA
a solid doweled wood frame and a seat constructed with eight-way hand-tied copper springs, layered
Mohair
$4,290Sale Price|44% Off
Paul McCobb "Pagoda" Style Arched Wing Sofa
By Paul McCobb
Located in Van Nuys, CA
. Attractive "Madman" silhouette with testing on a tapered leg wood frame. 1950, United States
Fabric
18th Century French Directoire Sofa in Walnut and Cream Upholstery
Located in Madrid, ES
-Directoire style (late 18th century). Its solid wood frame with a natural finish supports ivory or ecru linen
Fabric, Walnut
$2,618Sale Price|50% Off
Bramin Møbler Four Seater Sofa in Blue Velvet by N.A. Jørgensens
By N.A. Jørgensens
Located in Rochester, England
velvet upholstery, providing a luxurious and comfortable seating experience. The sofa's solid wood frame
Velvet, Wood
18th Century Louis XVI Sofa – Carved and Gilded Wood, Original Joinery
Located in Madrid, ES
"18th Century Louis XVI Sofa – Carved and Gilded Wood, Original Joinery" Origin: France Date: 18th
Textile, Wood
$33,185 / item
Herman Sofa
By Zanaboni
Located in Milan, IT
, creating an embracing silhouette. The wood frame is padded with hypoallergenic polyurethane and upholstered
Other, Brass
A wonderful 1950s sofa by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in London, GB
A wonderful 1950s sofa by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet with primitive style hand turned beech wood
Rope, Wood
Maison Regain, Sofa, Elm, Fabric, France, 1970s
By Maison Regain
Located in High Point, NC
illustrated. Minor wear to fabric. Wear to wood frame consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions
Fabric, Elm
Sculptural Danish Settee in Black Leather
By Georg Kofoed
Located in Oakland, CA
settee is handcrafted with a solid wood frame and eight-way hand-tied spring seating, offering excellent
Leather
Göperts Möbler, Sofa, Pine, Velvet, Sweden, 1940s
By Göperts Möbler
Located in High Point, NC
. 1940s. Wear of wood frame consistent with age and use. Reupholstered in brand new velvet. Overall
Velvet, Pine
American Designer, Sofa, Walnut, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
throughout wood frame consistent with normal use. Reupholstered in brand new velvet. Overall Dimensions
Velvet, Walnut
1970's Henredon Aged Forest Green Pigskin Leather Chippendale Sofa
By Henredon
Located in Malibu, CA
age. Gracefully tailored silhouette with a solid wood frame reflecting Henerdon's signature
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-Century Green Leather Two-Seat Sofa, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
Mid-century two-seat sofa produced in Czechoslovakia during the 1970s, featuring a solid beech wood
Leather, Wood, Beech
20th Century Belgian Leather Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
, resulting in a striking statement piece with undeniable presence. The solid wood frame, left in a natural
Leather, Wood
$6,500 / item
Arianna
By Rached Sultan
Located in beirut, LB
generous, high-resilience foam invite you to unwind, while the solid wood frame and low-set metal springs
Stainless Steel, Steel
Vintage Faux Bamboo Sofa Attributed to Robsjohn Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
Frame has been repainted. May be desirable to refinish and stain the wood. Or, leave as-is in the white
Wood
"Nebula Nine" Cotton Linen Leather and Velvet Covered Sofa by Moroso & Diesel
By Diesel Creative Team 1, Moroso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
elements in stress-resistant polyurethane foam in varied densities and polyester fiber on wood frame, ash
Leather, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Foam, Wood, Ash
Nebula Nine Cotton Linen Leather or Velvet Covered Sofa by Moroso for Diesel
By Diesel Creative Team 1, Moroso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
elements in stress-resistant polyurethane foam in varied densities and polyester fiber on wood frame, ash
Leather, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Foam, Wood, Ash
Maré Sofa, Contemporary Indoor/Outdoor Design with Handcrafted Design
Located in Porto, PT
and enchanting pieces. The sofa’s solid wood frame is carefully crafted with continuous wood elements
Aluminum
1940s Kaare Klint 3-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Praha, CZ
example of Klint's functional and elegant style. Its timeless design and solid wood frame make it a highly
Fabric, Wood, Textile, Upholstery
1960's Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Style Long Gondola Sofa
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Burbank, CA
is very well built and structurally sound with a solid wood frame. It has springs on the seat. It's a
Fabric
$1,960Sale Price / item|20% Off
Antique French Louis XIV Style Settee With Down Filled Cushions C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
A French Louis XIV style settee, dating to approximately 1910, showcasing a finely carved wood
Wood
$1,520Sale Price / item|20% Off
Steelcase Campfire Soft Seating Sofa
By Steelcase
Located in Pasadena, TX
available in a vibrant pattern. Measures 30" H x 64" W x 32" D Wood frame, plastic feet, polyester
Fabric
$11,380Sale Price|20% Off
Molteni&C Augusto Sofa
By Molteni & C
Located in Boston, MA
solid wood frame and high-resilience foam padding, the sofa is designed to deliver exceptional comfort
Aluminum
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin style Mid-Century Blue Sofa
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Baltimore, MD
tight back and clean modern lines give this sofa a sleek silhouette. The six tapered legs and wood frame
Upholstery, Wood
Hickory Chair Company Camelback Sofa
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
/ Salmon color Damask Fabric with a large scale Floral Pattern. Exposed wood frame on the top rail and base
Damask
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Cane, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A birch, cane and fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Fabric, wood frame, and
Fabric, Cane
Gallant Sofa (3-seater) - solid oak wood base with boucle upholstery
Located in Copenhagen, DK
seamlessly meet the solid wood frame and leg, creating a harmonious piece that is at once comfortable and
Bouclé, Oak
Nube Italia Chloe Sofa in Brown Fabric by Marco Corti
By Marco Corti, Nube Italia
Located in New York, NY
Multilayer wood frame with metal base with braided elastic belts. Feather seat cushion with
Wood, Feathers
Stig Sandqvist, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
By Stig Sandqvist
Located in High Point, NC
. 1960s. Very minor imperfections to wood frame. Removable seat cushion is more worn on one side than
Fabric, Pine
Antique Upholstered Bench in Dark Green Striped Velvet
Located in New York, NY
design. The finely carved wood frame features gracefully curved arms and cabriole-style legs
Velvet, Wood
Three-Seater Sofa by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Paolo Arnaboldi, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
craftsmanship. The piece features a solid wood frame with gently rounded edges, supporting a broad seat and
Wood, Leather
Mid-Century 3 Seat Sofa by Hans Bellmann for Wilkhahn, Germany, 1950s
By France & Søn, Grete Jalk
Located in München, Bavaria
beautiful solid mahogany-colored wood frame with wonderful grey-brown upholstery by Danish premium
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Illusion Curved Sofa: Hand-Crafted Velvet & Wood, Modern Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
, and wood colors, ensuring it fits specific aesthetic and functional needs. Solid wood frame
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
19th Century German Biedermeier Trundle Sofa with Flared and Scrolled Arms
Located in Dallas, TX
A charming Biedermeier trundle sofa. Burl wood frame with flared and scrolled arms. Gold velvet
Velvet, Burl
Danish 1950s Sofa Attributed to Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Variant
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
original. Built on a sturdy beech wood frame and raised on solid teak legs with teak accents on the
Wool, Beech
Super Original Set of Three Modular Sofas from the 70s
Located in Barcelona, ES
of the restored original upholstery, the rounded mahogany wood frame, and the modular design makes
Textile, Wood
Vladimir Kagan for Preview Three-Seat Wave Sofa, 1985c.
By Vladimir Kagan, Preview
Located in Chicago, IL
Preview Furniture Corp., High Point, NC (label affixed underside) Construction & Upholstery • Solid wood
Upholstery, Wood
Tobia Scarpa “Bastiano” Black Leather, Three-Seater Sofa, Gavina
By Knoll
Located in Astoria, NY
original architecture. Characterized by its solid wood frame and distinctive floating cushions, the
Leather, Wood
Vintage Paul McCobb Pagoda Blue Fabric Mid Century Modern Sofa
By Paul McCobb
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
featuring a gorgeous textured blue fabric upholstery, and a classic wood frame with tapered peg legs. This
Fabric, Wood
Karin Mobring “Småland” Sofa for IKEA, Sweden, 1970s
By IKEA
Located in Stockholm, SE
of Swedish rustic modernism. Constructed with a solid wood frame finished in white lacquer, the sofa
Upholstery, Wood
$14,328Sale Price|20% Off
Italian Vintage Luxury Sofa in Wood and Green Silk Satin
Located in Milano, IT
manufacture. The sofa is angular and is supported by a wonderfully elegant and durable dark wood frame. In
Silk, Wood
Mid Century Danish Black Leather Sofa in Style of Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Detroit, MI
features an aniline-dyed solid beech wood frame and original black leather upholstery that is soft and
Leather, Wood, Beech
Reupholstered Edward Wormley “New York” Sofa for Dunbar, DUX, Mid-Century Modern
By Dux of Sweden, Edward Wormley
Located in Göteborg, SE
wood frame with rounded vertical supports and a warm natural finish that highlights the craftsmanship
Fabric, Wood
$6,240Sale Price|20% Off
Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguchi for Vitra Design Museum
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
, and timeless. Materials Solid beech wood frame; maple legs in natural or stained walnut; nylon web
Beech, Maple
$1,834Sale Price / item|50% Off
Teak Wood Armchair Upholstered in Oatmeal Fabric - Fine Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. The Fine armchair, crafted with a teak wood frame and
Upholstery, Teak, Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Sectional Velvet Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
rests and an exposed sculpted ebonized wood frame. This sofa has been fully reupholstered in the
Velvet, Walnut, Upholstery
Mediterraneo Three-Seat Sofa in Leather with Embroidered Cushions by Zanaboni
By Zanaboni
Located in MEDA, IT
absolute quality are the solid wood frame and the traditional hypoallergenic padding. 100% handmade and
Upholstery
Charlotte Perriand LC35 Maison Du Brésil Daybed by Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Perriand to help with the interiors. Frame· Matt finish natural oak with solid wood parts and veneered
Wood
Jean Prouve Mid-Century Modern S.C.A.L. Daybed, circa 1950
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
new upholstery and fully restored frame only enhance its stylish yet functional aesthetic, while the
Metal
Charlotte Perriand MId-Century Modern LC35 Maison Du Brésil Daybed by Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
. Frame· Matt finish natural oak with solid wood parts and veneered parts.It consists of: Bed frame and
Wood
Charlotte Perriand LC35 Maison Du Brésil Daybed by Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Perriand to help with the interiors. Frame· Matt finish natural oak with solid wood parts and veneered
Wood
Cédric Ragot for Roche Bobois Brown Nautil 3 Seat Sofa
By Cedric Ragot, Roche Bobois
Located in Rochester, England
update to the iconic styles of the 1970s. Constructed from a solid wood frame, the sofa has foam
Fabric
Mid-Century Three Seat Sofa Senator, Danish Design Teak Couch by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in München, Bavaria
. The teak wood frame shows only some minor traces of wear and tear, nothing that distracts. The
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Swedish Empire Painted Parcel Gilt Settee
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A glamorous Swedish Empire style settee from the early 19th century (circa 1820) as a painted wood
Gold
Vintage Spanish Revival Gold Textured Fabric Sofa Turned with Spindle Sides
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage Spanish Revival sofa with velvety gold textured fabric, a dark stained wood frame
Brass
Portarlington Sofa in the Style of Howard & Sons, Upholstered in Susan Deliss
By Howard & Sons Ltd
Located in London, GB
traditional upholstery methods: a beech wood frame, hand tied coil springs, horsehair internal filling, the
Cotton, Upholstery, Walnut, Down, Textile, Burlap
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique 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. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. 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.
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