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Sofas For Sale
Extra Deep Sectional Sofa In Custom Velvet Color
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Tailor made and fully upholstered sectional sofa offered in a selection of luxurious, velvet fabrics.
Shown with taupe cotton velvet. All hardwood frame with advanced comfort spring ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Foam
$20,735 / item
19th Century Baltic Mahogany Long Bench - Antique Empire Silk Sofa, Canapé
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A dark-brown, antique Baltic long bench with two pillows made of hand carved Mahogany, in good condition. The three seater sofa, settee is stand...
Category
Mid-19th Century Baltic Empire Antique Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Silk, Upholstery, Mahogany
Expertly Restored - Fredrik Kayser Model-934 Rosewood & Leather Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category
1970s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood, Feathers
Sofa Soriana by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Cassina, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Three Seater sofa model Soriana designed by Tobia Scarpa in 1969.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
A design armchair with soft, generous contours, designed to bring home casual, so...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
$18,933 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Folke Ohlsson for DUX Four-Seat Mid-Century Sofa in Original Wool Fabric 1960's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Scandinavian modern sofa made and marked by Dux of Sweden made sometime in the 1960's designed by Folke Ohlsson. Handsome build with profound design lines that bring elegance and style to any space. A splendid, long modern sofa...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
Three-Seat Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in Caramel Leather
By Ligne Roset
Located in Astoria, NY
FREE LOCAL DELIVERY WITHIN NEW YORK CITY
An iconic three-seat Togo sofa designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, originally introduced in 1973. This example has been restored and...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Rare Vintage Viggo Boesen Sofa in Shearling, Produced by Hos Wulff, Denmark 1930
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A rare vintage beech and shearling sofa designed by Viggo Boesen (attributed) and produced by Hos Wulff in Denmark, circa 1930s. Newly renovated and reupholstered in premium beige sh...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Hexagonal Curved Sectional Sofa after Harvey Probber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek modern sofa in a hexagonal form circa 1970's. It features a two section design with low profile feet. Fabric is original and needs recovering...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric
1940s Danish Mohair Sofa with Channel Back and Curved Silhouette
Located in Oakland, CA
Elegant 1940s Danish sofa features a gracefully curved form with vertical channel-back tufting, offering both sculptural presence and structured comfort. Built with exceptional craft...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair
Modern Harrison Sofa 60" with Curved Base Detail by Martin & Brockett, Loveseat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin & Brockett's Harrison Sofa 60” consists of a streamlined frame that curves at the base to hold a deep but tidy (2 over 1) mix of loose back and se...
Category
2010s American Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Rare Environ Tre Sculptural Sofa by Edoardo Landi, Gruppo N, Nikol, Italy 1971
Located in Den Haag, NL
Rare Sculptural sofa by Edoardo Landi for Nikol Internazionale, Italy 1971
With this sofa you not only get comfort in your home, but also a great work of Art.
The sofa creates a shell-like environment that cocoons the sitter. With your own imagination, the sofa can be set up in different ways. This sofa would look beautiful in a Mohair or bouclé Fabric
Each sofa is 230 cm in length, 100cm width, the hight is 60cm, seat height 35cm.
When setup like a corner 230cmx330cm
Born in Modena in 1937, Italy, Landi studied architecture in Venice and attends the School of Industrial Design in Venice between 1962 and 1964. In 1959, he founds Group N with Alberto Biasi, Manfredo Massironi, Toni Costa and Ennio Chiggio.
Landi’s work is based on the use of geometric shapes with programmed inclinations or separations, through which he manages changes in the viewer's perception. The artist develops retinal fatigue and optical illusions in some of his works, causing a closer relationship between the viewer and the work.
In 1963, he participates with Grupo N at the IV Biennale Internazionale d'Arte di San Marino, where they receive their first prize. Since 1968, his works have been present in international exhibitions in Rome, Oslo, Tokyo, Budapest, Bologna, Paris, Milan and other cities. Since 1971 he has been interested in graphic design and the use of Industrial objects in interior design.
Often this sofa is sold as an Ennio Chiggio sofa but is not from his hand,
however the sofa was produced by Nikol wich Chiggio also designed for. They were also both a member of the art movement Gruppo N...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Tobia Scarpa “Bastiano” Three-Seater Sofa in Cognac Leather – Fully Restored
By Knoll
Located in Astoria, NY
FREE LOCAL DELIVERY WITHIN NEW YORK CITY
This exceptional Bastiano sofa, designed by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina in the 1960s (later produced by Knoll), is a true icon of Italian modern...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid Century Danish Modern 3 Seat 205 Sofa by Børge Mogensen Sofa Green
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern 3 seat sofa by børge mogensen sofa. Great Scandinavian Modern Borge Mogensen model 205 low slung three-seat sofa. Manufactured by Frederica Stolefabrik in 1...
Category
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$3,300 Sale Price
40% Off
Gio Ponti Style Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for Isa Bergamo, 50s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Sofa Collection designed in the style of Gio Ponti for the manufacturing company Isa Bergamo in the late 1950s.
The armchairs have been restored and the upholstery has been redone in...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
Patinated Tufted Leather Club Chair
Located in Las Vegas, NV
When the patina makes the piece. This incredible patinated leather club chair is comfortably worn, broken in and ready for its next life. Large on size and style, I envision it as a ...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
$3,800 / item
Danish 1940s Banana Shaped Curved Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Banana shaped Viggo Boesen style curved sofa made in Denmark in the 1940s. This sofa will make a strong statement in any room. Beautiful round lines and iconic round feet. Solid and...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
Adrian Pearsall Cloud Sofa in Excellent Original Condition, ca. 1960’s
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional example of the work of Adrian Pearsall, this sofa is in excellent original condition showing only light cosmetic wear normal and consistent with age. Rarely seen Cloud so...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Stouby Møbelfabrik, Mid Century 2-Seater Sofa in Brown Leather, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A classic Danish Modern two-seater sofa upholstered in brown leather, resting on legs made from solid beech. With its clean lines, balanced proportions, and timeless comfort, the pie...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
Suelo Modern Wood Sofa
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo® modern wood sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and seat cushions. This...
Category
2010s North American Modern Sofas
Materials
Hardwood
$5,750 / item
Six Piece Mid Century Boxy Modern Modular or Sectional L Shaped Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A classic boxy modular sofa circa 1970's. A very simple timeless design. Single chairs measures W 28 D 35, corner piece measures W 35 D 35, and the ottoman measures W 29 D 29. Fabric...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Modular Corner Sofa “Deca” Series Design Tito Agnoli
By Arflex, Tito Agnoli
Located in Roma, RM
Modular Corner Sofa “Deca” Series Design Tito Agnoli
Techniform Collection – Arflex Production. Italy 1970.
Original manufacturing stamp.
Single module dimensions 70 W x 65 H × 87 D
...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Victorian-Style Round Sofa in Cotton Satin
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This round sofa is a revisited icon from the Victorian Era. Bright, light and feminine, this opulent signature piece is the perfect setting for a flirting ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Lacquer
$22,165 / item
Vintage Sofa by Roche Bobois
By Roche Bobois
Located in Austin, TX
Sofa from mid-century France by renowned furniture brand Roche Bobois. This piece is made of camel colored leather with saddle stitching and a very comfortable cushion seat. Brass em...
Category
1970s French Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Moreno Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Moreno sofa sits low and deep with Italian inspired curved arms. The sofa features loose seat and back cushions and two side cushions that mimic the curvature of the arms. The le...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
$7,285 / item
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Sofa from Germany
Located in Darmstadt, DE
The Biedermeier sofa, dating back to around 1825, is a true classic piece of furniture. Made from beautiful walnut wood, it has been hand polished with shellac to achieve a stunning finish. Recently reupholstered with new Biedermeier fabric...
Category
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Spruce, Walnut
$9,586 Sale Price
27% Off
Customizable Artifort Track Modular Sofa by Norm Architects
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
Track is a modular sofa concept with an iconic and sculptural approach. The floating rock-like formations create a comfortable landscape of small seating islands that will become the...
Category
2010s Dutch Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric
5 Piece Sofa Set for Reupholstering, Manufactured by Isa Bergamo in the 1950s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Wolfurt, AT
The sofa set was designed and manufactured by ISA Bergamo in the 1950s. The set with gold lacquered cast aluminum legs consists of a curved sofa, two armchairs, and two smaller side chairs...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Post Modern Parsons White 3 Seat Sofa Thayer Coggin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Post Modern 3 seat Parsons sofa designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Beautiful Rounded waterfall arms white textured upholstery. Sits chrome base with 4 fully uph...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
$1,625 Sale Price
50% Off
Single Vintage Hand Embroidery Pillow
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful pillow made of hand embroidery with exceptional happy colors of geometric repeated motifs. Quality silk backing, fresh new insert.
Category
1980s Uzbek Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool
Gianfranco Frattini “Sesann” Sofa for Cassina, Cognac Leather, 1969
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Gianfranco Frattini “Sesann” Sofa for Cassina, cognac leather, Italy, 1969
Designed in 1969 by Gianfranco Frattini, the Sesann collection marked a turning point in upholstered furni...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Antonio Citterio Esosoft Sofa by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Antonio Citterio Esosoft sofa
Manufactured by Cassina in Itlay
A living room system designed to define the domestic landscape in a fluid, flexible manner. This is Esosoft ? the f...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
$16,105 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Caju Lounge Chair Set of 2, Swivel, Bouclé, Brass, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Setm of 2 Caju Swivel Lounge Chairs, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Caju swivel lounge chair embodies the perfect balance between organ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in Blue Leather, France, Set of 5
Located in Benalmadena, ES
This exclusive five-piece set of the iconic Togo sofa, designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset, France, represents the pinnacle of design and comfort. The set includes a t...
Category
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
$17,255 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Curved 3 Seater Sofa with Rounded Chaise
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Made to order sofa with deep curved chaise offered in a selection of luxurious performance soft fabric.
The base is offered in metal or wood in several colors and finishes.
The meta...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
$16,280 / item
Midcentury Modern Style Sofa In Velvet And Walnut Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Sinuous curves and undulating lines define this piece. With its precisely crafted angles and generously deep seat, it offers unparalleled comfort. A fusion of Streamline-Moderne aest...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$11,000 / item
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Sofa, Walnut, Canvas, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut, beige canvas webbing and brown velvet sofa designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb Furniture Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, 1950s.
16” seat hei...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Canvas, Velvet, Walnut
Philippe Starck Privé Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Philippe Starck Privé Sofa For Cassina
A family of elegant, comfortable seating options, ideally suited to any decor style, formal or informal, and any siz...
Category
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$43,306 / item
Vintage Vladimir Kagan Directional Cloud Sofa 1980s
Located in Chicago, IL
This spectacular Vladimir Kagan 'Cloud' sofa was produced by Directional Furniture in the 1980s and was just newly reupholstered in a gorgeous two toned velvet, and has the lucite ce...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Textile
Mid-Century Danish Sectional Corner Sofa ca. 1950
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare early mid-century Danish 2-piece sectional corner sofa. This sofa was made even before sectional sofas became a thing but excellent proportions and overall form lending support ...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Beech
Mid Century Modern Curved Serpentine L Shape Sectional Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek modern curved sectional circa 1980's. This sofa is top notch, and would look great with a brass plinth base instead of fabric wrapped. The fabric has some soiling, so recover...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Bold Sofa Curved - L
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
With its contemporary design, this version of the Bold Sofa Curved introduces new dimensions of comfort, offering expanded space for ultimate relaxati...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Fabric, Upholstery
$13,181 / item
Rafaella Red & Orange Velvet 2 Seater Sofa
By Biosofa
Located in Milan, IT
This luxurious and generous sofa is smooth to the touch and ultra comfortable. The deep seats and soft fabric make sinking in true pleasure. Rafaella's angular profile gives this revival style a modern twist, and its plush cushions add comfort and a charming contrast. This model features a striking combination of bordeaux velvet with a trim of burnt orange velvet. Biosofa is the only producer of 100% natural and plastic-free sofas...
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam
$12,765 / item
'The Lounge Seating' - Trix and Robert Haussmann
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The ‘Lounge Seating’, a mirrored 2-seater with black leather, designed by Trix and Robert Haussmann for Knoll Int. in 1988. Depending on the surroundings, the mirrored back creates a...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mirror
$12,582 / item
19th Century Dutch walnut sofa, ca 1860
Located in Delft, NL
19th Century Dutch walnut sofa, ca 1860
A Dutch walnut sofa, ca 1860 with beautiful carvings. The fabric upholstery will have to be replaced again according to your own taste. If th...
Category
Mid-19th Century Dutch Antique Sofas
Materials
Wood
1990s Carol Hicks x EJ Victor Country Shabby Boho Full Down Colorful Floral Sofa
By Victor
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated early 1990s with this exquisite sofa. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The sofa is a statement piece which is also e...
Category
1990s American Bohemian Sofas
Materials
Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Down
Italian Two-Seat Sofa in Walnut and Cognac Leather, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Italian Two-Seat Sofa in Walnut and Cognac Leather, 1960s
This elegant two-seat sofa from 1960s Italy is a refined example of mid-century design, blending sculptural craftsmanship w...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Art Deco Machine Age Sofa Designed by Gilbert Rohde for Troy Sunshade Company
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Art Deco Machine Age sofa designed by Gilbert Rohde for the Troy Sunshade Company, circa 1930's. The couch features a sexy tubular chrome fram...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Rafaella Midnight Blue & Pink Velvet 2 Seater Sofa by Biosofa
By Biosofa
Located in Milan, IT
This luxurious and generous sofa is smooth to the touch and ultra comfortable. The deep seats and soft fabric make sinking in true pleasure. Rafaella's angular profile gives this rev...
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Textile
Teak and Green Leather Danish Sofa by Hjellegjerde
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A perfect example of Scandinavian design. This Hjellegjerde sofa oozes style and craftsmanship, it features a channeled bucket style seat in dark forest green leather with nice pati...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
$3,600 / item
Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Pine Provincial Sofa Bench
Located in Kramfors, SE
Northern Swedish Gustavian provincial sofa crafted in pine, showcasing its original scraped paint. This sofa, dating back to the early 19th century, around 1800 to 1810, exemplifies ...
Category
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofas
Materials
Pine
Karpen of California Sculptural Gondola Sofa
Located in Fulton, CA
Exceptionally rare Karpen of California gondola sofa in original, as-found condition. A striking, sculptural design with a wave-like depiction. It is, without exception, furniture in art form. This is a project in need of full restoration. A rare opportunity to restore and choose the fabric of new owners choice.
I found an interesting blog about a similar sofa that has undergone an exceptional restoration. Helpful to see the potential of this sofa once restored. To view Google "california karpen sofa...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$2,500 Sale Price
66% Off
Anna Karlin Slump Chaise
By Anna Karlin
Located in New York, NY
Made to work from every viewpoint, this wonderfully comfortable chaise combines maple burl with soft lines.
Materials: Maple Burl, Boucle
Dimensions: W – 24?, H – 40?, D – 71-3...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Maple, Burl
$25,025 / item
Amanta Modular Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy, 1970s, Pair
Located in Lucija, SI
A pair of 'Amanta' leather and fiberglass lounge chairs, originally designed in Italy by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia in 1966. The design was extremely popular and in great demand, w...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass, Foam
19th Century Venetian Baroque Sofa, Settee, Hand-Carved walnut
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Code: FH59
Venetian 19th century Baroque settee, sofa with upholstery in good condition, hand-carved walnut frame .
For new custom upholstery 120...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Antique Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Knoll- Antimot Walnut Three Seat U-Vorm Sofa by Walter Knoll, Germany
Located in Antwerp, BE
A unique set of three armchairs and a three-seater sofa in the original setting with a walnut U-Shape frame and the original upholstery in woven wool. A beautiful living room set de...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool, Walnut
$3,355 Sale Price
20% Off
George Smith Roll Arm Sofa - Pair
By George Smith
Located in Franklin Park, IL
George Smith Roll Arm Sofa - Pair
Each sofa measures: 101 wide x 45 deep x 35 inches high, with a seat height of 19.5 and arm height of 27 inches
We...
Category
Late 20th Century English Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
American 1940's Tufted Curved Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful super stylish curved sofa. Made in the US probably in the 1940's maybe early 1950's. Designer and maker unknown. Tufted and with loose cushion. Has a bit of Hollywood pana...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool, Wood
Suelo Outdoor Armless Sofa
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo® Outdoor Armless Sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and seat cushions....
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
$7,250 / item
Mid Century Kidney Bean Curved Sofa Weiman Style
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A kidney-shaped sofa that features a nice sculptural modern design, with a curved arched back. These sofas are newly produced and have been handcrafted with a solid hardwood frame, m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
$7,300 / item
Mid-Century Post Modern Loveseat or Sofa Produced by Preview Furniture
By Preview
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sculptural base with floating front sofa made by Preview circa 1992. It features the original tweed fabric in good condition. Could use cleaning before use.
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
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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