Three Seater
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Maple
Vintage 1970s Swiss Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas
Chenille, Wood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Teak
Antique 19th Century French Other Side Chairs
Metal
Antique 19th Century Italian Religious Items
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Oak
2010s Turkish Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Oak
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Ash
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Oak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Teak
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Wood
Vintage 1930s Danish Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Late 20th Century Sofas
Chenille
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Teak
2010s Italian Victorian Sofas
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Canvas
Vintage 1970s Philippine Organic Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Philippine Sofas
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Velvet, Plastic
Antique 19th Century Portuguese Renaissance Canapes
Leather, Wood
20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofas
Leather
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Leather, Upholstery, Oak
Antique 1870s Polish Vienna Secession Sofas
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Macedonian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Naugahyde, Wood
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Brass
Antique 19th Century Sheraton Settees
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Mahogany, Wool
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Mahogany, Leather, Wool
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Settees
Wool, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century American Benches
Wood
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Three Seater For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Three Seater?
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A three-seater couch can also be called a sofa. They are different from a loveseat or a chaise longue. They are the perfect addition to any living room. 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. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary three-seater couches from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- How long is a three-seater sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024How long a three-seater sofa is varies from piece to piece. However, most sofas designed to seat three adults are somewhere between 70 and 87 inches long. The average size is around 84 inches in length. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of sofas.
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