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Sofas For Sale
Creator: De Sede
Creator: Vico Magistretti
DS-161 Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-161 sofa by De Sede
Dimensions: D 54 x W 157 x H 72 cm
Materials: aluminium, leather
Prices may change according to the chosen materials and size.
A linear outer contour ...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Set of Ds-333 Sofa and Cushions by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of DS-333 sofa and cushions by De Sede
Set of 4 cushions and 1 sofa
Design: Christian Werner
Dimensions:
Sofa: D 58 x W 198 x H 78 cm
Backrest cushion/ armrest cushion: D 1...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Set of DS-276 Sofa and Cushions by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of DS-276 Sofa and Cushions by De Sede
Design: Christian Werner
Dimensions:
Sofa: D 63 x W 190 x H 72 cm
Cushions: D 12 x W 45 x 45 cm
Materials: aluminium, leather
Pric...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Set of DS-5 Sofa and Cushions by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of DS-5 sofa and 2 cushions by De Sede
Designer: Antonella Scarpitta
Dimensions:
Sofa: D 98 x W 143 x H 60/84 cm
Cushion: 12 x 52 x 25 cm
Materials: frame in solid beech, belted suspension...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
RH-306 Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
RH-306 sofa by De Sede
Dimensions: D 57 x W 248 x H 65 cm
Materials: High-gloss chrome-plated metal feet. SEDEX upholstery with wadding cushion (leather).
Prices may change acc...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
DS-748 Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-748 sofa by De Sede
Dimensions: D 95 x W 208 x H 76 cm
Materials: Sofa seat frame: steel profile. Back and side sections made of panel materials. Recamier and corner
element: s...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
DS-161 Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-161 sofa by De Sede
Dimensions: D 54 x W 196 x H 72 cm
Materials: aluminium, leather
Prices may change according to the chosen materials and size.
A linear outer contour ...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
DS-175 Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
DS-175 sofa by De Sede
Designer: Patrick Norguet
Dimensions: D 56 x W 180 x H 74
Materials: steel with matt coating (leather, fabric).
Prices may change according to the chosen m...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Set of DS-161 Sofa and 2 Cushions by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of DS-161 sofa and 2 cushions by De Sede
Dimensions:
Sofa: D 54 x W 157 x H 72 cm
Cushions: D 45 x W 45 x H 12 cm
Materials: aluminium, leather
Prices may change accordin...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Robert Haussmann for De Sede Sofas in Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Robert Haussman for De Sede, three-seat sofas, fabric, chrome-plated steel, Switzerland, design 1954.
These comfortable three-seat sofas are designed by Robert Haussmann for De S...
Category
1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Desede Two-Seater Leather Sofa with Pierre Frey Mohair Cushions
By De Sede
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Two Seater Vintage De Sede leather sofa with Mohair cushions.
WK 612 for WK Wohnen by DeSede.
Materials: Original Vintage Leather F...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mohair
Fiandra modular sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina 70s
Located in Padova, IT
Fiandra modular sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina 70s
Fiandra is a project by Vico Magistretti put into production by Cassina in 1975, seati...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vico Magistretti, sofa mod. Sinbad for Cassina, 1980
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
The sofa mod. Sinbad by Vico Magistretti has a throw blanket in leather that extends far over the backrest .
Base in black lacquered wood.
In all the sofa is in excellent condition.
This was one of the sofas that Vico Magistretti appreciated the most and that he also had privately in his Milan apartment.
His idea was to design a piece of seating furniture in which the fabric did not conform to the given shape.
When he designed it, he was thinking more of an English horse blanket that you throw over...
Category
1980s German Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wood, Leather, Fabric
Ds 80/91 Daybed with 1 Side Cushion with Beech Frame
By De Sede
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Originally launched in 1969, the DS-80/91 over 50 years later is still considered the pinnacle of high end leather manufacturing. This piece is also as sustainable as it is supreme, as the entire patchwork is created from a single hide. Made with functionality in mind, this piece can also double as a lounge sofa and can be placed anywhere from a living room to a foyer.
Born out of a small workshop in Klingnau, Switzerland, de Sede has maintained a passion for over 55 years to transform the finest leather into seating furniture. Striking by design, a piece from de Sede is the epitome of functionalism and fashion. Iconic models such as the DS-600, with its snake shaped concept, and the DS-140, which introduced a rotation system that can turn a beautiful sofa into an elegant double lounge chair in two steps are celebrated as revolutionizing the furniture industry forever. Now available at MONC XIII.
Category
2010s Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather
Blue "PALMARIA 709" 2-seater sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, ITALY 1980
Located in DE MEERN, NL
BLUE "PALMARIA 709" 2-SEATER SOFA BY VICO MAGISTRETTI FOR CASSINA, ITALY 1970S
Introducing the stunning Palmaria 709 2-seater sofa by renowned Italian de...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS 63 Two-Seater Sofa in Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 63 two-seater sofa in leather, Switzerland 1970s
Robust DS-63 modular two-seater sofa. This De Sede sofa ensures ultimate comfort and build...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
DS 80/03 Sofa with 5 Cushions
By De Sede
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Similar to the DS-80/91, the DS-80/03 is the ultimate synergy of high end leather and quality craftsmanship. First introduced over 50 years ago, the DS-80/03 is still a must have for any interior designer with a preference for leather.
Born out of a small workshop in Klingnau, Switzerland, de Sede has maintained a passion for over 55 years to transform the finest leather into seating furniture. Striking by design, a piece from de Sede is the epitome of functionalism and fashion. Iconic models such as the DS-600, with its snake shaped concept, and the DS-140, which introduced a rotation system that can turn a beautiful sofa into an elegant double lounge chair in two steps are celebrated as revolutionizing the furniture industry forever. Now available at MONC XIII.
Category
2010s Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede Fixed Leather Sofa by Alfredo Häberli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-110/02 sofa by De Sede.
Technical details:
Standard configuration: Thread color according to the color of the body. If not specified otherwise, the standard configuration will...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
DS94 DeSede Leather Sofa 1980s
By De Sede
Located in Pasadena, TX
DS94 leather sofa by DeSede
1980s
Leather model DS-94, manufactured by De Sede Switzerland 1970s.
The sofa is upholstered with very nice high quality natural/tan leather. Superb com...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS101 Two Seater Leather and Gognac Color, 1970
By De Sede
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Robust patinated leather De Sede DS-101 two-seater sofa. Excellent comfort with an extendable seat for much more lounge comfort and high-quality neck leather. The frame is made of be...
Category
1770s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Antique Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS 80 Three-Seat Sofa in Nougat Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Feet up and just unwind, our DS-80 relocates sleep to the daytime hours, the time when we are supposed to be active and getting things done. Its subtle appearance reminds us to take ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather
Leather "Palmaria" Lounge Chiar by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy, 1980
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Leather "Palmaria" lounge chair by Vico Magistretti for cassina, Italy, 1970s
The "Palmaria" Lounge Chair designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy in 1980, is a true masterpi...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Shape Modular Sofa in Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-707 Sofa in Black Club Leather Upholstery by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DS-707 is the modern composition of handmade leather and contemporary design. The flowing, soft transitions combine the postmodern era of Swiss furniture design with the clear op...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
De Sede DS-707 Sofa in Perla Touch Leather Upholstery by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DS-707 is the modern composition of handmade leather and contemporary design. The flowing, soft transitions combine the postmodern era of Swiss furniture design with the clear op...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
De Sede DS44 sofa set, 1960s
By De Sede
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Set of gorgeous leather DS44 sofas from De Sede.
De Sede, renowned for using the best quality leather has created some wonderful sofas.
These are no except...
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-707 Sofa in Atom Kvadrat Upholstery by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DS-707 is the modern composition of handmade leather and contemporary design. The flowing, soft transitions combine the postmodern era of Swiss furniture design with the clear open structures of brutalism that inspired designer Philippe Malouin. Available as a comfortable armchair or as a modular sofa that can be combined in infinite ways, the DS-707 is the visual perfection of form that gives every room a unique highlight.
Where the St. Lawrence River Montreal flows in a serpentine pattern, a residential complex marked by the architectural style of brutalism rises up on a small headland, the famous Habitat 67. 354 concrete blocks arranged in a stepped pattern adorn a part of Montreal’s multifaceted skyline, designed by architect Moshe Safdie...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
DeSede DS-600 “Non-stop” Modular Sofa in Espresso Leather & Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Funky De Sede DS-66 Sofa with Nice Wear and Tear, 1970s
By Carl Larsson, De Sede
Located in Beerse, VAN
Designed in the 1970s by Carl Larsson, this funky De Sede DS-66 sofa with nice wear and tear is a real pleasure to sit in. It’s soft leather and soft cush...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede 'Pagoda' DS-19A Sofas in Black Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, sofas model 'Pagoda' DS-19A, leather, Switzerland, 1973-1979
This high-quality sectional sofa designed by De Sede in the 1970s. The design is characterized by pointy edges ...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-1025/09 Terrazza Sofa in Perla Upholstery by Ubald Klug, 1 Element
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two ingeniously designed sofa elements are the great basis for one’s own and personal interpretation of interior design and furnishing concept. The individual element is reminiscent ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede Ds-602 Modular Sofa in Fabric Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Children imagine their own dream job at an early age and enthuse about it. The childlike way of thinking about the future with a positive lightness of touch, and many of them actuall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
De Sede DS-1025/09 Terrazza Sofa in Perla Upholstery by Ubald Klug
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two ingeniously designed sofa elements are the great basis for one’s own and personal interpretation of interior design and furnishing concept. The individual element is reminiscent ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS10 White Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in Denton, TX
DS 10 three seat sofa by De Sede of Switzerland. Top quality leather with adjustable head rest and very comfortable.
Category
20th Century Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
De Sede DS-707 Modular Sofa in Perla Leather Upholstery by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Where the St. Lawrence River Mon-treal flows in a serpentine pattern, a residential complex marked by the architectural style of brutalism rises up on a small headland – the famous H...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
De Sede DS-21 Three-Seat Sofa in Hazel Upholstery by Stephan Hürlemann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opulent elements for modular use. The architectural structure of DS-21 is created by a metal frame that surrounds individual cushion volumes, seemingly carrying them effortlessly. Th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Leather "Palmaria 709" 2-Seater Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy 1980
Located in DE MEERN, NL
LEATHER "PALMARIA 709" 2-SEATER SOFA BY VICO MAGISTRETTI FOR CASSINA, ITALY 1970S
Introducing the timeless and iconic Palmaria 709 2-Seater Sofa, design...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Modular Sofa in Blue with Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Shape Modular Sofa in Brown with Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
DeSede DS-707 Corner Element Sofa in Fabric Upholstery by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Where the St. Lawrence River Mon-treal flows in a serpentine pattern, a residential complex marked by the architectural style of brutalism rises up on a small headland – the famous Habitat 67. 354 concrete blocks arranged in a stepped pattern adorn a part of Montreal’s multifaceted skyline, designed by architect Moshe Safdie for Expo 67. Not far from this memorable silhouette grew up Philippe Malouin, who was inspired by these forms of brutalism through-out his life. After Malouin received the call from de Sede and initial ideas were exchanged, the designer was largely given a free hand and Malouin started his work “by making things”. Simply drawing, cutting or even folding different materials are part of the creation of the new sculpture DS-707. Philippe Malouin experimented with folding foam for the Swiss manu-facturer - the result: a modular sofa system with a traditional yet con-temporary aesthetic. Carried by the sweeping serpentines of the river, the idea for a sculpture that fuses into one form was born in the London studio near the Thames. The masterpiece DS-707 is a homage to classic de Sede designs and was created for the future.
The DS-707 is the modern composition of handmade leather and contemporary design. The flowing, soft transitions combine the postmodern era of Swiss furniture design with the clear, open structures of brutalism that inspired designer Philippe Malouin. Available as a comfortable armchair or as a modular sofa that can be combined in infinite ways, the DS-707 is the visual perfection of form that gives every room a unique highlight. Designed in the style of brutalism, recounting the unruly origins of modern esthetics and dedicated to the sustainable use of materials, this sculpture is now also available with a corner element...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
De Sede DS 63 Lounge Chair in Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS 63 lounge chair in leather, Switzerland 1970s
Robust DS-63 lounge chair. This De Sede lounge chair ensures ultimate comfort and building qu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-600 Nonstop Snake Shaped Modular Sofa in Black Leather
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
'Veranda' 3-Seater Fabric Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy, 1980s
Located in Almelo, NL
This multicolored and adjustable sofa was designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, circa 1980s. This smart and highly desirable Italian design features seats that are upholstered wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Brown Leather DS 61 Sofa by De Sede Switserland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
Beautiful DS-61 in coffee brown leather sofa by 'De Sede' Switzerland from the 1970s with a lovely patina in good allover condition. This lounge sofa supports tremendous and is an absolute eye-catcher in your interior. De Sede started as a family company in Switzerland and has created several high-end quality leather furniture for the international market. This DS-61 model was produced during the seventies. The welcoming low seat soft cushions are as comfortable as they look, and the faded colour of the leather evokes an excellent vintage atmosphere, which makes this small and very durable set a perfect asset for a lounge corner in a vintage cafe...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Modular Sofa in Cuoio Leather and Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-600 Nonstop Snake Shaped Modular Sofa in Black Leather
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-600 “Non-stop” Shaped Modular Sofa in Adjustable Elements
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Launched in 1972, DS-600 is an indestructible, variable modular system of upholstered furniture consisting of individual, addable armchair elements. These consist of an L-shaped hard...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
70s Sofa by De Sede Model DS-61 Buffalo Leather
By De Sede
Located in Neuss, NW
Rare high-backed 2-seater sofa DS-61 from the 1970s by DeSede with the striking original cover made of cognac coloured buffalo leather with a wonderful patina.
Quality features:
...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede Black Leather Sofa, 1970
By De Sede
Located in Chicago, IL
De Sede Black Leather Sofa, 1970. Original leather and each seat individually reclines.
Category
1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
1970s 2-Seater Maralunga Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Iconic Mid-Century Modern Italian "Maralunga" two-seater sofa / armchairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina.
This sofa features the original knitted wool upholstery in ivory. Head /...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool
De Sede Leather Sofa by Gordon Guillaumier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-49/03 3-seat sofa by De Sede.
Technical details:
Standard configuration: Back cushion and cushion in leather. Legs polished aluminium.
Upholstery and Assembly: stabile compa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede Ds-2011 Two-Seat Sofa in Jade Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With its fluid, curved shapes, the DS-2011 appears powerful and dynamic where other furniture is already in a sleep mode. The visual lightness and modern, casual elegance underline the timeless look that makes the DS-2011 a sofa that can be and is everything but ordinary. With its exciting appearance, the sofa fills every room and surrounds people with its extraordinary, distinctive appearance. The solid...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vico Magistretti for Cassina Veranda Sofa, Two-Seater, Leather, Italian Modern
Located in Stamford, CT
Vico Magistretti for Cassina Veranda Sofa, Two-Seater, Leather, Italian Modern. Seat height 16 inches.
Both unique and highly functional, this sof...
Category
1980s Vintage Sofas
Materials
Steel
De Sede Ds-600 "Non Stop" Snake Shaped Modular Sofa, 1980's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A fabulous De Sede leather DS 600 "Non Stop" or snake shaped sofa.
The DS 600 was designed in 1972 by Ueli Berger, Eleonore Peduzzi Riva, Heinz Ulrich and Klaus Vogt for De Sede S...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-21/123A Two-Seat Modular Sofa in Hazel Leather by Stephan Hürlemann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opulent elements for modular use. The architectural structure of DS-21 is created by a metal frame that surrounds individual cushion volumes, seemingly carrying them effortlessly. The opulent elements counteract the clear lines of the frame. They function as modules that can be relocated. DS-21 comes in different upholstery combinations, with leather or fabric covers, and in three different frame widths with matt black or high-gloss chrome-plated metal legs. An armchair rounds out this family of seats. The DS-21 range is complemented by coffee tables and side tables with glass tops in different versions.
This sculpture looks as if it has always stood there. A statement, essentially: I’ve been here forever. And yet: the proportions seem fresh and new, unused and inviting, Classic and modern. DS-21 is the work of Stephan Hürlemann. The Appenzell native studied architecture at ETH Zurich and was the partner of designer Hannes Wettstein, after whose death in 2008 he took over as creative director of the world-renowned Zurich studio. Hürlemann remains true to the Classic style. With the seating landscape for de Sede, he has created a floating sculpture that flirts with the lightness of being...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
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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