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Sofas For Sale
Creator: Adrian Pearsall
Creator: Moroso
Expertly Restored Adrian Pearsall Armless Gondola Sofa for Craft Associates
Located in Medina, OH
The epitome of mid-century modern design is the Armless Gondola designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the 1960s. This specific unit has been expertly restored by Cople...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Cotton, Foam, Walnut
Mid-Century Vintage Adrian Pearsall Sofa by Craft Associates
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Don’t miss out on this highly unusual and intriguing sofa from the portfolio of American mid-century design master Adrian Pearsall. Manufactured for his Craft Associates brand of Wil...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cloud Sofa, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
Indulge in luxurious comfort with the Low-Profile Cloud Sofa, a timeless piece designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the mid-20th century. Meticulously restored to its ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Maple
Adrian Pearsall Grand Boomerang Sofa Upholstered in Luxurious Pierre Frey
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Boomerang' sofa, reupholstered in "Louison" Perle by Pierre Frey, walnut, United States, 1960s
This boomerang sofa has a distinctive shape with a clear geometric s...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool, Walnut
Craft Associates Sofa Strictly Spanish Group
Located in Fraser, MI
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Strictly Spanish group sofa designed by Craft Associates.
Probably for restoration.
Category
1970s Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa for Craft Associates Fully Restored
Located in Chattanooga, TN
FULLY restored. A true jaw-dropper from every angle. The new faux leopard fur fabric contrasts perfectly with the old-growth walnut and black lacquer trim. Ultra soft to the touch...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
Gondola Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An incredible gondola form sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Fame has been professionally refinished. Sofa has been restored with new webbing, foam and upholster...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Sofa With Attached End Table
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Adrian Pearsall sofa for Craft Assoicates ready for your new upholstery. This great sofa is very comfortable and in nice vintage condition. As you can tell from the photos, this reta...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Gondola Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Gondola Sofa
This sofa measures: 102 wide x 33 deep x 28.5 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 20.5 inche...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Sofa with Travertine Side Tables for Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Wood
Adrian Pearsall Pit Style Yellow Semi-Circular Sofa 3 Piece Sectional
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Adrian Pearsall semi-circular sectional sofa by Craft & Associates, circa 1970s. Inset base gives a futuristic floating experience and creates an instant conversation pit...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Sculptural curved cloud sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs, USA 1980s.
Located in Hastings, GB
Stunning sculptural curved cloud sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs, USA 1980s. The original raspberry red (or lipstick red?) ultrasuede upholstery is in great condition for...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Ultrasuede
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Grand Boomerang Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Grand Boomerang Sofa
This sofa measures: 122 wide x 71 deep x 27.5 inches high, with a seat height of 13 inches
All pieces of furni...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Floating Back Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A wonderfully long, low and deep upholstered sofa having a floating back and an organic sculptural walnut sled base with a floating frontal stretcher. Reupholstery is recommended.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Wing Wingback Sofa by Adrian Pearsall in orange fabric
Located in Berlin, DE
Lightly wing sofa by Adrian Pearsall with two arm rests.
Including new upholstery according to your wishes. You can choose the fabric and color.
Or take it as it is and ask for a low...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Adrian Pearsall Gondola Sofa Mid-Century Modern
Located in Baltimore, MD
Mid-century modern stunning, beautiful, high-quality long gondola walnut framed sofa model 2640-S, designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. In new upholstery fabric and high...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Cloud Sofa by Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates, USA, 1970s
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare and iconic "Cloud" sofa designed by the influential Adrian Pearsall. Audacious in it's scope, shape and materials used this sofa is a true American masterpiece. Wi...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall 2000-S Gondola Sofa
Located in Hanover, MA
SATURDAY SALE
Original Adrian Pearsall gondola sofa by Craft Associates model 2000-S with walnut trim and tapered conical legs.
Ready for you to reupholster.
It is 29" high. The ar...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Sofa in Ocher Yellow Striped Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, sofa, American walnut, fabric, United States, 1960s.
This beautifully shaped sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall is characterized by a solid construction, featuring cl...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Sofa in Checkered Upholstery with Side Tables
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, sofa with side tables, in checkered upholstery and walnut, United States, 1960s
This sofa has a unique shape with sinuous lines which create a monumental and inviti...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Gold Goop Brutalist Loveseat Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
Located in Chattanooga, TN
You won't find a nicer original version of this Adrian Pearsall Brutalist loveseat sofa anywhere. That's right, this magnificent pink wool fabric was hand picked by the original own...
Category
1970s American Brutalist Vintage Sofas
Materials
Resin, Wood
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cloud Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cloud Sofa
This sofa measures: 123 wide x 70 deep x 30.75 inches high, with a seat heigh...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa in Walnut and Green Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Platform' sofa, fabric, walnut, United States, 1960s
Adrian Pearsall is known for his rather unique sofa designs. This one is no exception. On a low base of a thic...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair Adrian Pearsall Kidney Shaped Curved Sofa Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic pair of Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs curved kidney shaped sofas. Sofas retain their original upholstery in not bad condition but we would recommend they get new upho...
Category
1880s American Mid-Century Modern Antique Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Adrian Pearsall Sea Blue 'Cloud' Sofa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Cloud' sofa to be reupholstered, walnut and fabric, United States, 1970s
This beautifully shaped sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall is characterized by a solid const...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Tavertine Side Table Boomerang Leg Sofa
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Tavertine Side Table Boomerang Leg Sofa
Good vintage condition and structurally sound. Fabric is in good conditi...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Sculpted Gondola Sofa 2408
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a beautifully restored 'Gondola' sofa (model 2408) designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Features refinished sculpted wood legs and has been reupholstered with...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Wingback Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Walnut Wingback Sofa
This sofa measures: 77.5 wide x 32 deep x 40.25 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height of 23 inch...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Gondola Sofa
Located in Tulsa, OK
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Please keep in mind that these are 40-75 year old items and will have some expected normal wear. We strive to represent our items well, and most of these items are in above average vintage condition. Noticeable flaws will be represented in the listing pictures and the text but we cannot describe or picture every small scratch, ding, or area of slight wear.
Once delivered, furniture CANNOT be refused, returned, or refunded unless damage has occurred in the shipping process. Our shipper takes care to wrap each item and pack it safely therefore we have rarely had any issues with damage in transit.
All items must be picked up within 3 weeks of order if buyer secures his own shipper. Shipping usually requires 3-6 weeks delivery through our shipping contacts and is only available in the continental US for large furniture items. Some smaller items are available to be shipped internationally through USPS/UPS.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Gondola Sofa
Located in Tulsa, OK
**Please Read Entire Description
Please view all listing pictures on a laptop if possible. Some cell phones don’t display all listing pictures and some could be pictures relating to condition. Please read all the way down through this entire description box to view the entire description of the item.
Please keep in mind that these are 40-75 year old items and will have some expected normal wear. We strive to represent our items well, and most of these items are in above average vintage condition. Noticeable flaws will be represented in the listing pictures and the text but we cannot describe or picture every small scratch, ding, or area of slight wear.
Once delivered, furniture CANNOT be refused, returned, or refunded unless damage has occurred in the shipping process. Our shipper takes care to wrap each item and pack it safely therefore we have rarely had any issues with damage in transit.
All items must be picked up within 3 weeks of order if buyer secures his own shipper. Shipping usually requires 3-6 weeks delivery through our shipping contacts and is only available in the continental US for large furniture items. Some smaller items are available to be shipped internationally through USPS/UPS.
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Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Gondola Sofa, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Raleigh, NC
A stunning gondola form sofa from Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates. Newly upholstered in an ivory velvet with restored walnut base. A striking form and sculptural silhouette to th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa in Walnut and Pastel Pink Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Platform' sofa with two drawers, fabric, walnut, United States, 1960s
Adrian Pearsall is known for his rather unique sofa designs. The present model is no exceptio...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Cork and Stainless Steel Sofa
Located in Tulsa, OK
Beautiful, unique Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs stainless steel, cork, and velvet sofa. I would consider this in above average condition. Stainless steel frame has very little...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Minimalistic Purple Suede Chairs by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso
Located in Schagen, NL
These two futuristic and Minimalist chairs form together a sofa; one in pink/purple (corner model) and the other purple/purple. The two colors are in perfect harmony when placed toge...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Sofas
Materials
Suede
Vintage Walnut "Gondola" Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful vintage walnut “Gondola” sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in United States, circa 1960s. This modernist sofa, also known as model-2000, is composed of ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
2167S Platform Boomerang Sofa by Adrian Pearsall in Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric 60s
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by the incomparable Adrian Pearsall, this iconic Platform "Boomerang" sofa is the epitome of functional art. Audacious in it's scope, shape and materials used this sofa is a...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Velvet Gondola Sofa By Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, c1960s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Mid-Century Modern design with this stunning vintage Gondola Sofa designed by the iconic Adrian Pears...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Sculptura Sofa Loveseat
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Sculptura Sofa Loveseat
Iconic Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Sofa.
This is an item I've only seen a couple times in ten years. Above average conditi...
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
Model 2006-S Platform Sofa in Walnut & Bouclé by Adrian Pearsall for Craft 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by the incomparable Adrian Pearsall, this iconic Model 2006-S Platform Sofa is the epitome of functional art. Audacious in it's scope, shape and materials used this sofa is ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Wood, Walnut
Mid Century Sectional Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates c 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Architectural two piece sectional sofa, designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. The sofa features an angled section, which has a storage cabinet on its end, with a drop down door cover. The other section is straight, making it possible to use the pieces together, as shown, or placed separately if you prefer.
This example is in good, vintage estate condition, usable as is, or you can have it reupholstered if you prefer a more finished look.
Specific condition report as follows. The knob on the side cabinet door has been replaced using an appropriate mid century knob...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
"Iron Maiden" Three-Seat Upholstered Sofa with Steel Frame by Moroso for Diesel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Iron Maiden" is a three-seat sofa, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso, featuring structure in brushed stainless steel and tighted...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Moroso Sofa Settee in Ivory
By Moroso
Located in Miami, FL
This are the “Piccolo” size the smallest size produced. We have a pair. Priced individually.
Category
Early 2000s Italian Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Expansive 12-Foot Platform Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by the incomparable Adrian Pearsall, this iconic "Platform" sofa is the epitome of functional art. Audacious in it's scope, shape and materials used this sofa is a true American masterpiece. Featuring new heavy ply wool fabric, new support straps and professionally re-finished wood this sofa is perhaps the best conditioned platform sofa available for sale in North America. The veneered American black walnut base shows exceptional old-growth woodgrains that are breathtaking from all angles. In homage to the late great Pearsall this sofa was painstakingly restored using the same techniques, materials and sewing patterns used by the Craft Associates factory...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Marble Floating Long Gondola Sofa
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Long Gondola Sofa - Daybed
Stunning Mid-Century Modern Long Gondola sofa / Daybed . This sofa has very sought after floating quality that his de...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Carrara Marble
Deadstock Fabric Platform Sofa Set by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 60s
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by the incomparable Adrian Pearsall, this iconic set of "Platform" sofas is the epitome of functional art. Audacious in their scope, shape and materials used this sofa set is a true American masterpiece. Featuring new dark green and black patterned polyester velvet fabric, new support straps and professionally re-finished wood these sofas make up perhaps the best conditioned platform sofas available for sale in North America. The veneered American black walnut bases show exceptional old-growth woodgrains that are breathtaking from all angles. In homage to the late great Pearsall these sofas were painstakingly restored using the same techniques, materials and sewing patterns used by the Craft Associates...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
MCM Platform Sofa in Walnut by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, c. 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by the incomparable Adrian Pearsall, this iconic "Platform" sofa is the epitome of functional art. Audacious in it's scope, shape and materials used this sofa is a true American masterpiece. Featuring new dark green and black patterned polyester velvet fabric, new support straps and professionally re-finished wood this sofa is perhaps the best conditioned platform sofa available for sale in North America. The veneered American black walnut base shows exceptional old-growth woodgrains that are breathtaking from all angles. In homage to the late great Pearsall this sofa was painstakingly restored using the same techniques, materials and sewing patterns used by the Craft Associates factory...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Victoria & Albert 250 Sofa for Moroso by Ron Arad, Italy, 2000
Located in Untersiggenthal, AG
Die Unendlichkeit offenbart sich aus einer gekrümmten Perspektive. Design von Ron Arad für Moroso.
Ein kontinuierlicher Fluss von geschwungenen Linien, eine Bildform, die gezeichne...
Category
Early 2000s Sofas
Materials
Cotton
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century 2300-S Walnut Boomerang Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates midcentury 2300-S walnut boomerang sofa.
This sofa measures: 126 wide x 67 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 18 inches.
All piec...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Iconic Oversized Adrian Pearsall Sofa with Compartment, USA, 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Wonderful all original sofa with storage compartment in very good vintage shape by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 1960s, USA.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Boomerang Sofa by Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
A rare "boomerang" sofa having a recently polished frame supporting a freshly upholstered back and seat done in a grey boucle fabric.
Category
Mid-20th Century Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Gondola Green Print Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Model 2408-S, or the Gondola sofa, for Craft Associates.
Original mid-century printed green velvet wool. Walnut base. One main settee cushion with t...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Semicircular Two Piece Sectional by Adrian Pearsall, 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
Mid-Century Modern Semi-Circular Sectional by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, a remarkable piece that beautifully captures the essence of mid-century design. Meticulously resto...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Armless Sofa
Located in Napa, CA
This well taken care of armless sofa by American furniture designer, Adrian Pearsall will surely make your space that much more unique!
This armless sof...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
1960s Midcentury Gondola Sofa in the Style of Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Amazing sofa with the coolest lines. In the manner of Adrian Pearsall but no tags to indicate so. Use as is or redo in your favorite fabric. The plinth base is painted wood.
Category
1960s Space Age Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Moroso “Hyde Park” Sofa & 2 Armchair Suite, in Red “Pelle” Leather
By Moroso
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is an ultra-rare, pristine suite of “Hyde Park” furniture, consisting of a huge 3-Seat Sofa and 2 identical complimenting Armchairs, all dressed in a high-g...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Walnut Gondola Sofa
Located in North York, ON
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Walnut Gondola sofa. By iconic mid-century modern designer Adrian Pearsall. Masterfully restored to its original glory with newly refinished walnut...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Vintage Walnut "Boomerang" Sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage walnut “Boomerang” sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the United States, circa 1960s. This sofa has a structurally detailed design where the polygonal...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Brass
Adrian Pearsall Sofa on Chrome Plinth Base, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Adrian Pearsall Sofa on Chrome Plinth Base, 1970. Original upholstery and new chrome plinth base. Chairs are sold in separate listing.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Shop Unique Sofas on 1stDibs
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. 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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