Sofas
Antique, New and Vintage Sofas
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Mohair
1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Wood, Fabric
1970s French Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Wool, Foam
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Laminate, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Cut Steel
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mohair, Velvet, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
2010s Asian Modern Sofas
Velvet, Ash, Bentwood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet
20th Century American Modern Sofas
Upholstery
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Wood, Velvet, Foam
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Maple
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Teak
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal, Chrome
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Wood, Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Wood, Cotton
1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Sofas
Animal Skin, Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Wool, Teak
1990s Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
1990s American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Silver Leaf
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Sofas
Wood
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Textile, Wood, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Oak, Leather
1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Sofas
Aluminum
Mid-19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Sofas
Pine
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
1970s French Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Steel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Mahogany
Late 19th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Sofas
Linen, Wood, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Teak
1930s American Victorian Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Teak
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
1970s American Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Teak
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Oak, Velvet
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Mahogany
Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas
Oak
2010s European Modern Sofas
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Brass
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Bouclé, Beech
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Bouclé, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Wood, Lacquer, Leather
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Teak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
1950s North American Hollywood Regency Vintage Sofas
Cane, Wood, Down
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Walnut
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.