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Collector Hug Sofa Designed by Ferrianisbolgi Fabric Boucle White
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Hug sofa is defined by clean, simple lines and a distinctive armrest detail. The armrest, half overlapping the seat cushion, creates an interlocking detail between the two elements,...
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2010s Portuguese Sofas

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Fabric

Fringes 280 Sofa by Munna
Located in Geneve, CH
Fringes 280 Sofa by Munna Dimensions: D 100 x W 280 x H 91 cm. SH: 47 cm. Materials: Wood, foam, and upholstery. Finish: Cotton Velvet upholstery and fringes. Available in all Munna...
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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Wood

Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH Jannis 3-Seater Sofa in Foam with Grey Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dainelli Studio, owned by the creative duo of Leonardo and Marzia Dainelli, designs JANNIS, a collection of upholstered furniture that are eminently suitable for contract use. Two a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Pangolin Sofa by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Pangolin sofa by Egg Designs Dimensions: 200 L x 130 D x 75 H Materials: Foam inner, leather upholstery Founded by South Africans and life partners, Greg and Roche Dry - Egg is ...
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2010s South African Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Foam

De Sede DS-47 Sofa in Brown Leather Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-47 is available as a two- and three-seater sofa, and as an armchair and stool; 5-mm-thick NECK leather recognizable in characteristic fat wrinkles lend it an unmistakable expressi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Abbracci Sofa 3 Seater in Brown Leather with Brown Burnished Brass Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A hug conveys love and friendship, encapsulating a thousand words with elegance and simplicity while sparking the serotonin of happiness and relaxation. Abbracci (hug in Italian) is ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Leather

Voyage Small Sofa in Natural Leather Upholstery & Black Nickel by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This sofa offers clean lines and an unique flexible design gives a feeling of momentum towards a larger journey. The upholstery options are essential and contemporary, eclectic and g...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Contemporary Modern Comfy Sofa in Seafoam Fabric by Collector
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Underpinned by a Minimalist and sophisticated aesthetic of clean lines. Comfy Sofa designed by Collector Studio. Dimension: W 300cm 118” D 110cm 43” H 65cm 25,6” SH 40 cm 15,7” Pr...
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2010s Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Chocolate MRS 3 Sofa by Plyus Furniture
Located in Geneve, CH
Chocolate MRS 3 Sofa by Plyus Furniture Dimensions: D 160 x W 310 x H 80 cm Materials: Wood, HR foam, polyester wadding, fabric upholstery. “MRS 3” sofa. With love to my favorite d...
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2010s Emirian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Cube Sofa By André Fu Living
Located in Admiralty, HK
Description: a cubist hand-made sofa that exudes a sense of relaxed luxury. upholstered in a selection of soft boucle fabrics, it is designed as an essential piece to enlighten all l...
Category

2010s Chinese Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Leather, Ash

Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH Jannis 3-Seater Sofa in Foam with Red Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dainelli Studio, owned by the creative duo of Leonardo and Marzia Dainelli, designs JANNIS, a collection of upholstered furniture that are eminently suitable for contract use. Two...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Modern Carson 2 Seat Sofa in Yellow Fabric by Collector Studio
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Contemporary Modern Carson 2 Seat Sofa in Yellow Fabric by Collector Studio Your favorite sofa will be the one that allows you to relax in a way that make your mind go effortlessly....
Category

2010s Portuguese Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Moooi BFF Double Seater DE01 Low Sofa in Boucle, Rainbow Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The award-winning BFF Sofa by Marcel Wanders is everyone's new best friend! A high quality, soft yet firm modular sofa system, consisting of a wide variety of modules for endless con...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 2, Fox 02, Low Plinth
Located in Paris, IDF
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat Setup 2 (Corner 2305 L + Open End 1910 L) Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 332.5 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm) Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Foam, Plywood

Zanotta Dove Sofa in Viburno Upholstery with Graphite Aluminium Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Zanotta Dove Sofa in Viburno Upholstery with Graphite Aluminium Frame by Ludovica+Roberto Palomba Graphite painted aluminium alloy feet. Wooden seat fra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Caju Lounge Chair, Swivel, Bouclé, Brass, Handmade Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Caju Swivel Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Caju swivel lounge chair embodies the perfect balance between organic design and sophisticated elegance. Inspired by the natural curves of a cashew, its enveloping silhouette and premium upholstery make it a standout piece of unparalleled comfort in contemporary interiors. A favorite lounge chair among designers, Caju seamlessly combines artistry and design, becoming a timeless addition to any living space. The Caju armchair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Gervasoni Nuvola 12 Sofa in Straight Seal Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A family of sofas with soft and attractive shapes, Nuvola’s aesthetic invites you to dive into it: the high armrests welcome a seat as deep as a hug, creating a real cocoon effect. A...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Dust Sofa, Medium with Beech Brown
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust Sofa is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs with a stylish polished bras...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

De Sede DS-167 Sofa with Movable Backrest in Schiefer Fabric by Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modular seating system with movable backrest in the further development of the modular seating system, the organic form of the sculptural body grew mo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Naked Curved Sofa, Small with Natural Oak and Teal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The naked curved sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The Naked Round sofa is available in a number ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Zanotta Shiki Monobloc Sofa with Wooden Base by Damian Williamson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Shiki Monobloc Sofa with Wooden Base by Damian Williamson Wooden base covered with the same fabric or leather of the sofa. Wooden frame. Elast...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

De Sede DS-17 Three-Seat Sofa in Black Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The ingenious upholstery emphasizes the nonchalantly charming shapes, here is sofa program! This sofa is truly a master of seating comfort. Sink comfortably and recovering in the sof...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

"Soho" Sofa with Stainless Steel, Handmade, Tailor made Leather, Istanbul
Located in Istanbul, 34
"Soho" Sofa with Stainless Steel, Handmade, Tailor made Leather, Istanbul. Custom dimensions available. Designed by Hasan Samet Bizimyer. Design, Art, Innovation. Bizimyer Furnitur...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Petal 3 Seater Sofa – Fabric By André Fu Living
Located in Admiralty, HK
inspired by the delicate beauty of petals. crafted with the highest quality materials, our new petal sofa features a curved, organic shape that will transport you to an oasis of tran...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Leather, Ash

'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 4, Yang 95, Low Plinth
Located in Paris, IDF
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat Setup 4 Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 370 cm x D. 230.5 cm (SH 40 cm). Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski. Upholstery: Chiva...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Foam, Plywood

Gervasoni Loll 10 Modular Sofa in Munch Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modules of different shapes and particular corner elements of the LOLL sofa family allow you to create ever new configurations. A proposal that tells a s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Minimalist Sofa ´Deia´ by Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
Deia Sofa by Samuel Lamas, 2022 Introducing the Deia Sofa, a contemporary Brazilian masterpiece that combines simplicity, lightness, and comfort. Designed with architectural precisi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Minimalist Sofas

Materials

Steel

Ananta Class 23 Extra Large Sofa in Lusso Upholstery and Corten by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ananta Class is an informal and versatile modular range that allows endless combinations of the independent backrests and bases available in 80, 120, 160, 200 and 240 cm lengths. The...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

SANDRINE SOFA - Modern Asymmetrical Slope Parchmen Velvet w/ Solid Brass Legs
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
SANDRINE SOFA - Modern Asymmetrical Slope Parchmen Velvet w/ Solid Brass Legs The Sandrine Sofa is a beautiful piece of furniture that takes inspiration...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Alias 372_O Dehors 3 Seater Sofa in Light Grey Seat with Black Lacquered Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Alias 372_O Dehors 3 Seater Sofa in Light Grey Seat with Black Lacquered Frame by Michele De Lucch Three-seater sofa for outdoor use with structure in lacquered steel. Removable cov...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Steel

Canape Stanislas
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Sophistication and refinement define the Stanislas sofa, the flagship model of the Saint Germain collection. Inspired by the Art Deco tradition, it captivates with its bold style and...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Canape Stanislas
Canape Stanislas
$14,868 / item
Contemporary Small Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat, Fox 02, High Plinth
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat Small version : H. 77 cm x W. 255.5 cm x D. 102 cm (SH 40 cm) Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski Upholstery: Larsen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Foam, Plywood

Rendez-Vous Sofa in Brown Upholstery with Black Metal Frame by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rendez-vous is the new seating system envisaged not only for the home environment, but also for public spaces. The aim of the project is to allow upmost flexibility in configurations...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Lignum Novum Sofa by Justus Knut Schomann
Located in Geneve, CH
Lignum Novum Sofa by Justus Knut Schomann Dimensions: W 150 x D 90 x H 75 cm Materials: Econit Wood, FSC wood, Sanded. Weight: 100 Kg. Justus Kn...
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2010s German Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Ananta Class 15 Large Sofa in Lusso Upholstery and Black Nickel by Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ananta Class is an informal and versatile modular range that allows endless combinations of the independent backrests and bases available in 80, 120, 160, 200 and 240 cm lengths. The...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

De Sede DS-276/23 Two-Seat Sofa in Natural Umbra Upholstery by Christian Werner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Generously curved, taut surfaces in a very soft implementation are the basic ideas of Christian Werner, as he designs the image of the DS-276 slowly in front of his inner eye; what a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Modern Gentle Sofa in Salmon Velvet and Bronze Metal
Located in New York, NY
The Modern Gentle Sofa embodies elegance and comfort, featuring a smooth, inviting shell that contrasts beautifully with a quilted leather base. Vertical stitching adds depth and tex...
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2010s Portuguese Other Sofas

Materials

Metal

21st Century Kimberley Striped Sofa Rattan, Handmade in Portugal by Wood Tailors
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
A tribute to John Wodehouse, 1st Earl of Kimberley, this sofa exudes an understated elegance that blends British heritage with natural charm. Crafted from solid oak and detailed with...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas

Materials

Rattan, Oak

Contemporary Modern Cassete Sofa in Leather & Wood by Collector Studio
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Cassete sofa was designed by Alter Ego for Collector Studio. DIMENSIONS W 235 cm 92,5” D 95 cm 37,4” H 77cm 30.3” PRODUCT FEATURES Structure in Smoked Oak wood. Upholstered in fabr...
Category

2010s Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

'Studio' Sofa by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Large Module, Grey
Located in Paris, IDF
Studio sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Small module Measures: L 120cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Assise H 42cm Modular sofa: assemble different modules to create y...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 4, Yang 95, HIgh Plinth
Located in Paris, IDF
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat. Setup 4. Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 370 cm x D. 230.5 cm (SH 40 cm). Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski. Upholstery: Chi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Foam, Plywood

21st Century Modern Italian Sofa Upholstered In Leather
Located in Milan, IT
A simple and essential sofa that integrates a sophisticated comfort and a refined image through the careful study of proportions, filling materials and surface treatment. It is a min...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Naked Curved Sectional Sofa, 4 Piece with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Lavanda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The naked sectional sofa is a modular sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The Naked Sectional Sofa is available in a number of different materials, finishes and combinations. Material Top : velvet fabric, boucle fabric Base : solid wood, choose from solid wood colors Beech Ash-056-5 Corn Dimensions Available in several combinations Naked sofa single : W 96” x D 52” x H 31” - Seat height 15” Naked sectional sofa 2 piece : W 130” x D 52” x H 31” - Seat height 15” Naked sectional sofa 2 piece long : W 146” x D 52” x H 31” - Seat height 15” Naked sectional sofa 2 piece curved...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Naked Curved Sectional Sofa, 4 Piece with Natural Oak and Paris Black
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Naked Sectional sofa is a modular sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The Naked Sectional Sofa is available in a number of diffe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

'Studio' Sofa Outdoor by Norr11, Modular Sofa, Setup 2, Coconut
Located in Paris, IDF
STUDIO Sofa by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl for Nor11 Outdoor version Setup 2 (1x medium, 1x ottoman classic): L 170cm / P 96cm / H 70cm / Assise H 42cm Modular sofa: asse...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam

'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 1, Fox 02, Low Plinth
Located in Paris, IDF
'Aqueduct' Sofa by Poiat Setup 1 (Corner 1620 L + Open End 1620 L) Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 264 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm) Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhun...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Foam, Plywood

Moooi BFF Triple Seater TE01 Low Sofa in Divina Melange 3, 557 Red Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The award-winning BFF Sofa by Marcel Wanders is everyone's new best friend! A high quality, soft yet firm modular sofa system, consisting of a wide variety of modules for endless con...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Naked Curved Sectional Sofa, 3 Piece with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Dark Blue
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Naked Sectional Sofa is a modular sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The Naked Sectional Sofa is available in a number of diffe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Contemporary Ottoman 'Isola' by Amura Lab, Daino 01
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Ottoman 'Isola' by Amura Lab Designer: Lucy Kurrein Model shown: Textile - Daino 01 Dimensions : - Ottoman : H. 45 x W. 89 x D. 51 cm “Iso...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Shearling Sheepskin Sofa, Made in Denmark
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Sheepskin sofa, handcrafted in Denmark and upholstered with New Zealand shearling wool. The style is reminiscent of Flemming Lassen's Ingeborg Sofa, a rediscovered modernist gem des...
Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin, Walnut

"Out/In" Black and White Monobloc Sofa by P. Starck & E. Quitllet for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Out/In" is an iconic sofa, designed by Philippe Starck with Eugeni Quitllet and manufactured by Driade, in polyethylene monobloc available in white or black colors with silver anodi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Naked Sofa Single with Beech Ash-056-1 and Boucle Snow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Naked Sectional sofa is a modular sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The Naked Sectional Sofa is available in a number of diffe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Naked Curved Sofa, Large with Beech Ash-056-1 and Boucle Snow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The naked curved sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The Naked Round sofa is available in a number of different materials, finishes ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Naked Curved Sectional Sofa, 4 Piece with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Dark Blue
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The naked sectional sofa is a modular sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The Naked Sectional Sofa is available in a number of different materials, finishes and combinations. Material Top : velvet fabric, boucle fabric Base : solid wood, choose from solid wood colors Beech ash-056-5 Corn Dimensions Available in several combinations Naked sofa single : W 96” x D 52” x H 31” - Seat height 15” Naked sectional sofa 2 piece : W 130” x D 52” x H 31” - Seat height 15” Naked sectional sofa 2 piece long : W 146” x D 52” x H 31” - Seat height 15” Naked sectional sofa 2 piece curved...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Arflex Hall Sofa in Barre Fabric and Wood Legs by Roberto Menghi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are at the end of the ‘50s: an interesting series of armchairs and sofas, designed by Roberto Menghi and called Hall, joins arflex collection. Hall armchair receives in 1959 the h...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Bold 3 Seaters Sofa in Fabric and Leather with Black Gold Legs by Elisa Giovanno
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This family of products makes a bold statement with its generous cylindrical foot, connecting its structural perimeter while delimiting the objects that compose it. The distinctive m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Alias 865 Eleven High Back One Seater Sofa in Grey with Black Lacquered Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Alias 865 Eleven High Back One Seater Sofa in Grey with Black Lacquered Frame by PearsonLloyd One-seater sofa with die-cast aluminium legs and stee...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Pinch 3 Seater Sofa Major in Comfort Upholstery with Black Base by Skrivo Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Pinch selection stems from reflection on materials and the construction techniques in contemporary padded seating. The structures of Pinch sofas and arm...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

'Aqueduct' Contemporary Sofa by Poiat, Setup 3, Yang 95, Low Plinth
Located in Paris, IDF
'Aqueduct' sofa by Poiat Setup 3 Dimensions : H. 77 cm x W. 347 cm x D. 162 cm (SH 40 cm) Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski Upholstery: Chivasso ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen, Foam, Plywood

Naked Sofa Single with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Safira
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Naked Sectional sofa is a modular sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The Naked Sectional Sofa is available in a number of diffe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Shop Unique Sofas on 1stDibs: Find Mario Bellini Sofas, Togo Sofas, Vladimir Kagan Sofas and Other Seating for Sale

Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique 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. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. 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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