Sofas
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Oak
20th Century American Bohemian Sofas
Wicker
1990s English Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
1980s Swiss Vintage Sofas
Leather
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1980s Scandinavian Hollywood Regency Vintage Sofas
Bamboo, Rattan
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Sofas
Suede, Plastic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas
Fabric
20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Textile, Velvet, Wood
1940s American Neoclassical Vintage Sofas
Upholstery, Wood, Cherry
2010s Chinese Sofas
Leather, Wood
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Rosewood
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
1970s Italian Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Fiberglass
Mid-20th Century North American Sofas
Rattan
1960s Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
20th Century American Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Beech, Bentwood
20th Century Sofas
Fabric, Pine
1970s European Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood
Late 20th Century Czech Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Beech
20th Century Sofas
Wood
Late 20th Century Space Age Sofas
Fabric
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
20th Century British Sofas
Leather
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Ash
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Ultrasuede
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Palisander
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brocade, Teak
Mid-20th Century Ming Sofas
Wood
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Wool, Cotton, Ash
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Wood
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Beech
1930s Vintage Sofas
Mahogany
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
19th Century Empire Antique Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
1980s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Rattan
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Maple
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Sofas
Upholstery
Late 20th Century Philippine Sofas
Upholstery, Rattan
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Wool, Oak
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Foam
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Textile, Maple
Mid-20th Century Unknown Spanish Colonial Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Wood
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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