Sofas
Antique, New and Vintage Sofas
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Beech
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Bouclé, Wood
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Stainless Steel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Velvet
2010s Asian Modern Sofas
Velvet, Ash, Bentwood
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Elm, Wool, Cotton
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Sofas
Steel
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Ostrich Leather, Hardwood
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Stainless Steel
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Wood
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Futurist Sofas
Stainless Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Velvet, Faux Leather
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Leather
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Bouclé, Beech
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
2010s American Minimalist Sofas
Textile
2010s Japanese Modern Sofas
Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Brass, Iron
Early 19th Century Swedish Karl Johan Antique Sofas
Linen, Wood, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Linen
20th Century Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
1960s Belgian Hollywood Regency Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Oak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Bouclé, Lucite, Walnut
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet
20th Century Italian Space Age Sofas
Metal, Stainless Steel
2010s American Sofas
Lacquer
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofas
Wood
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
18th Century Italian Antique Sofas
Linen, Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Steel, Steel, Nickel
1980s Austrian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel, Chrome
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
2010s Danish Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Sofas
Ultrasuede, Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fiberglass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Mohair, Foam, Latex, Rubber, Birch, Plywood, Mahogany
1810s American Federal Antique Sofas
Mahogany
1940s North American Late Victorian Vintage Sofas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Brass, Gold Leaf
Antique, New and Vintage Sofas
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for a sofa, 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.