Z Sofa
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood, Upholstery
2010s Italian Sofas
Other
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Leather, Walnut
2010s Sofas
Sheepskin
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Brass, Other
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s American Sofas
Textile, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Upholstery
2010s Italian Sofas
Other
2010s Italian Sofas
Other
2010s Italian Sofas
Metal, Other
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Textile
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Iron
2010s Italian Sofas
Textile, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Empire Sofas
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s Italian Other Sofas
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Brass, Other
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Sofas
Linen, Cane, Wood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Lacquer, Leather, Fabric
2010s Italian Sofas
Textile, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Sofas
Rattan, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Iron
2010s American Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
2010s Italian Sofas
Brass
Early 2000s American Sofas
Fabric
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
2010s American Sofas
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Textile
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Textile
20th Century American Sofas
2010s American Sofas
Maple, Textile
2010s American Sofas
Textile, Maple
2010s Italian Sofas
Fabric
Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Mahogany
2010s American Sofas
Silver, Brass
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Finding the Right Sofas for You
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique, new 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. 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.
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 antique, new and vintage sofas on 1stDibs.
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