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Sofas For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Art Nouveau
Edward Wormley Dunbar Oasis Sofas in Ivory Boucle Early First Generation 1930s
Located in Dallas, TX
The price listed is per sofa.
This is a rare first edition Oasis Sofa designed by Edward Wormley and created in the 1930s when he first began his tenure at the Dunbar furniture company of Berne Indiana.
The Oasis sofa is not only a historically significant piece of twentieth-century design history, but it is also undeniably elegant and most importantly, extremely comfortable.
This is an heirloom quality hand-built sofa crafted with a solid hardwood frame that has been professionally restored to the highest possible standard. The complete restoration included all new foam, reinforcing the frame, re-working the eight-way hand-tied springs, upholstering with new high-performance Italian boucle material, and refinishing the solid mahogany legs.
These sofas are almost 100 years old and are now ready for another 100 years of enjoyment.
This era of design was significant for Wormley because it marked his style as a more formal brand of modernism, re-imagining classic forms while removing the unnecessary carvings and embellishments to give them a more modern, 20th-century appeal.
As rare as these sofas are we were miraculously able to source a matching pair. They have both been restored to the same specifications and are a perfect mirrored pair.
The price listed is for EACH sofa, but, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire a pair of one of the most prestigious classic modern designer sofas...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Sofa Model DS-61 Produced by De Sede in Switzerland
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare sofa model DS-61. Produced by De Sede in Switzerland.
Category
1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Elegant and Large Italian Three-Seat Curved Sofa, New Velvet Upholstery. 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant and wide Italian three-seat curved sofa. Circa 1950/60.
Soft and comfortable seat. Light beech waxed feet.
Perfect condition.
Original pieces from the 1950s newly re-upholstered in the traditional way by the best French craftsmen, we used a high quality velvet fabric from Kvadrat Raf Simons' collection and new foams.
We can particularly appreciate the work and savoir-faire of our team of upholsterers respecting the original design, using the right proportions and lines as it was designed in the 50's.
If needed for a project, we also have the pair of armchairs in stock...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Beech, Fabric
Mid Century Sofa Monterey /5-161 by Folke Ohlsson for Bodafors, 1960
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Monterey /5-161 sofa designed by Folke Ohlsson, produced by the Swedish manufacturer Bodafors in 1961. The sofa has profiled armrests, representing high craftsmanship, characteristic...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Oak, Teak
Midcentury Danish Modern Sofa in Faux Black Leather Attributed to Georg Thams
Located in Belmont, MA
Midcentury Danish modern sofa in faux black leather attributed to Georg Thams for Vejen Mobelfabrik A/S, circa 1970s. Amazing quality of...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Faux Leather
Sofa by Milo Baughman
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Milo Baughman's tapered leg sofa, adorned with a fresh Herman Miller, Alexander Girard fabric and new foam, exudes timeless sophistication. The sleek, tapered legs provide a modern t...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Copacabana Sofa, Darkened Oak Wood, by Duistt
By Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Copacabana Sofa, in Darkened Oak, by Duistt
With a bohemian look, the Copacabana sofa is the perfect blend of unique style and cosy comfort. Inspired by the sidewalks of Rio de Jane...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Oak
1950s bean-shaped sofa in gray velvet
Located in Milano, IT
Sofa with "bean" shape with sprung upholstery and non-original velvet upholstery of the period.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Dark Brown Vintage Leather Mid Century Three Seat Sofa, Denmark circa 1960
Located in Round Top, TX
Mid-century modern dark chocolate brown leather three-seat sofa with removable cushions and hard wood frame.
The years of use are revealed in the aged patina of the leather, includin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Patricia Urquiola 'Bowy' Sofa, Foam and Fabric by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Modular sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola in 2018. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
An inventive modular sofa, with soft, inviting curves that bespeak comfort to the max and extre...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Vintage Saratoga sofa in original leather -Massimo & Leila Vignelli - Poltronova
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Minimal, clear, stylish Saratoga sofa. Still 100% original.
By Massimo & Lella Vignelli for Poltronova Italy 1964.
Crafted in Italy in 1964, this sofa epitomizes the Vignellis' si...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Edward Wormley 'New York' Sofa in Orange Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture / DUX of Sweden, sofa model 5316, fabric, beech, metal, United States, design 1952
This three-seat sofa was designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
Jules Heumann for Metropolitan furniture leather sofa in fiberglass frame
Located in Ferndale, MI
Couch designed by Jules Heumann for his company California based Metropolitan furniture . Label reads " Metropolitan imported from San Francisco " .
Fiberglass frame with solid wood ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
Weiman Black Leather Sofa
By Weiman
Located in Chicago, IL
Weiman black leather sofas. Label underside Weiman.
Vladimir attributed
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede ‘DS-15’ Modular Sofa in Patinated Cognac Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, 'DS-15' sectional sofa, patinated leather, Switzerland, 1970s.
This high-quality sectional sofa designed by De Sede in the 1970s contains six regular elements and one corne...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Le Jeune Upholstery Hollywood Sofa Showroom Model
Located in Miami, FL
Le Jeune Upholstery Hollywood Sofa Showroom Model
Offered for sale is a Le Jeune Upholstery HOLLYWOOD S8.923 Sofa showroom model. This sofa is built...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Walnut
Italian 2-Seat Sofa, 1980s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning and comfortabele 2 seat sofa, manufactured in Italy in the 1980s.
Very solid black wooden structure.
Amazing multicolored fabric.
We work with professional packers and sh...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Verner Panton Danish Modern 'Pantonova' Sectional with Glass Coffee Table 1970s
Located in Belmont, MA
Four 'Pantonova' chair units and glass coffee / cocktail table by Verner Panton. 'Pantonova' sofa group with four sofa modules on chrome-plated metal frames. Cushions upholstered in ...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscapes in Patinated Brown Leather
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ubald Klug for De Sede, set of four DS-1025 'Terrazza' landscape sofa elements, patinated brown leather, Switzerland, 1970s.
Waterfall shaped sofas in a heavily patinated leather b...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Velvet Mesa Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mesa sofa is a fully upholstered sofa that features a walnut or oak plinth base.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles,...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Early Jens Risom Knoll Associates Armless Settee
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Southampton, NJ
Classic early Knoll Associates sofa designed by Jens Risom in the early 1940s. Solid birch base with sleek angled and tapering legs support a comfortable cantilevered seat with origi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Birch, Upholstery
Paul McCobb Style Rowe Mid Century Brass Sectional Sofa
By Paul McCobb
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb Style Rowe Mid Century Brass Sectional Sofa
This sofa measures: 137 wide x 79 deep x 31.5 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height of 21.5 inches
All pieces...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Brass
Arne Norell Ilona Sofa, Sweden, 1970s
Located in London, GB
An original two-seat Arne Norell Ilona sofa in patterned fabric. Made by Norell Mobler in Sweden. In very good vintage condition with minor sign...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Reupholstered Folding Daybed by Miroslav Navrátil, 1960's, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid-century sofa/daybed, made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s, designed by Miroslav Navrátil. Material: beech wood, fabric. The sofa is in excellent condition, fully renov...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Donghia Velvet Fabric Seafoam Hickory Furniture Curved Sofa 92"
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elevate your living space with this stunning Hickory Furniture sofa recently reupholstered in a blue green seafoam velvet fabric from Donghia, radiating Mid-Century Modern vibes. T...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile, Velvet, Wood
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-41-A Pair of Advocate Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century
Located in Zürich, CH
This pair of chairs are fantastic pieces. They are raw in their simplicity, nothing too much but still nothing is missing. We can do any upholstery you like in any colour and fabric....
Category
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
1960s Italian Sofa With Brass Legs
Located in London, London
Sofa
Organic flowing shape
Lipped arm rests
Brass feet
Italy 1960s
Please note that the fabric is not new and shows signs of age and use. Reupholstery is possible before purchase.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Coronado Ivory Leather Four Seater Sofa, Italy, 1980
Located in Le Grand-Saconnex, CH
Nice four seater sofa in Ivory leather, designed by Tobia and Afra Scarpa.
Very comfortable with its deep fluffy cushions and top quality leather, this sofa is the flagship of the "C...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova 'Saratoga' Living Room Set
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova 'Saratoga' living room set, four-seat sofa, three-seat sofa, two two-seat sofas, cabinets, polyester lacquer and red leather, Italy, 1964.
...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Polyester
Mid-century modern Boomerang sofa by Olavi Hänninen
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Add a touch of mid-century modern luxury to your space with the Olavi Hänninen 1960's Boomerang sofa. Crafted from rich mahogany, this iconic piece features the legendary boomerang s...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Forster Sectional by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The finely tailored two piece Forster Sectional consists of a bench sofa and a generous chaise which can be specified to land on either side. This sectional rests atop an elegantly t...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Leather and Chrome Sling Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Leather and Chrome Sling Sofa
This sofa measures: 87 wide x 32 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height of 23 inc...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Carl Hansen Foyer Series Sofa in Edelman's Helm Leather by Ilse Crawford
Located in Burlington, NJ
Edelman
The foremost creator of leather for interiors, Edelman was founded in 1981 by husband-and-wife Arthur and Teddy Edelman. Incorporating a breadth of techniques and aesthetics, Edelman leather comprises hides of exceptional caliber sourced in Italy, Germany, and Switzerland. Guided by generations of leather expertise, Arthur and Teddy founded Edelman following thirty years at the helm of their family leather-goods business, Fleming-Joffe. Today the collection celebrates the warmth and integrity of this enduring natural material.
Helm Leather in color Spruce by Ilse Crawford
Drawn to the versatile nature of Helm, Crawford identified a classic leather with a medium pebble grain that could be used broadly to frame foundational elements of a space. Crawford saw an opportunity to incorporate depth to the neutral color families to play into Helm’s timeless appeal. Available in a palette of thirty-six, Helm’s consistent color is achieved through transparent dye plus pigment (semi-aniline).
Specifications
Content: 100% Leather
Finish: PFAS-Free Protective Topcoat
Weight: 2.62 oz/sf (800 gr/sm)
Thickness: 1.0 - 1.2mm
Hide Origin: Europe
Country of Origin: Italy
Reduced Environmental Impact: Greenguard Gold Certified, Leather Working Group Silver Certified, LBC Red List Free, REACH Compliant, FR Free, Free of Intentionally Added PFAS
The Foyer Sofa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
Coronado Leather Armchair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italy, 70s
Located in Lucija, SI
Coronado armchair in black leather, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa. Produced by B&B Italy in the 70s.
In good condition with some signs of use on the leather. All visible on the p...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
Mid-Century Sofa or Daybed Designed by Miroslav Navrátil, 1960's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia
Made of fabric, wood
Dimensions at layout: Height:41cm, depth:84cm, width:186cm
Original condition.
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1970’s Leather Sofa
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1970’s Leather Sofa. Bentwood arms with brass details. Button Cushions. Soft light Butterscotch color vintage leather. Sofa sits low and deep for loungin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
1950's Organic Design Sofa Restored with New Faux Sheepskin Upholstery
By Fritz Neth
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A beautiful organic shaped 1950's sofa fully restored with love
This sofa was purchased from an architects house interior in Belgium
The design is very reminiscent to the works of...
Category
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Steel
Tord Björklund, 2-Seater Sofa in Fabric & Pine, Model "Gotland" for IKEA, 1980s
By Tord Bjorklund, IKEA
Located in Odense, DK
The "Gotland" two-seater sofa, a creation by Tord Björklund for IKEA in the 1980s, exudes understated charm and functionality. Crafted with a sturdy frame of solid pine, it offers re...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mario Bellini Le Bambole ’07 Sofa B&B Italia in Red Wool, Removable Cover
Located in Zagreb, HR
Le Bambole by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia is a design icon of the seventies.
Offered for sale is a 2-seat sofa, 2007 edition with removable cover in beautiful red wool fabric
The ...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Rosenthal Hombre 2 seater leather sofa by Burkhard Vogtherr
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This leather sofa, in an exceptional blue/gray leather tone, with a taupe-colored, gray-fading wooden frame, is in good condition. The leather only shows signs of wear on the seat an...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mid Century Italian Curved Sofa In Style of Federico Munari 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mid Century Italian Curved Sofa, reminiscent of Federico Munari's style from the 1960s, features original green suede fabric and six wooden legs. Made in Italy in the 1960s, this...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Stunning patinated DS 125 leather sofa by Gerd Lange for De Sede Swiss
By De Sede
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Stylish DS-125 sofa in his original thick brown buffalo leather! What a patina!
Designed by Gerd Lange for De Sede in 1970
The sculptural design in combination with the high quality...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Ds 44 three seat sofa in buffalo leather by desede
By De Sede
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Switzerland
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: De Sede
Era: 1970s
Materials: Buffalo Leather
Measurements: 73.25″ wide x 31.5″ deep x 31.5″ tall
Condition: In excellent origina...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
A. Brandt Ranch Oak, Sofa Fabric, Oak, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A cerused oak and off-white fabric sofa designed and produced by A. Brandt Ranch Oak, USA, c. 1950s.
Seat height 16”
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Sofa 'MP-13', by Percival Lafer, Mid-Century Brazilian Design
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The MP-13 Sofa, designed by Percival Lafer, is a quintessential piece reflecting the Brazilian mid-century modern style, renowned for its emphasis on form, function, and the beauty o...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Limited Edition Soriana Denim Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Cassina, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Soriana limited edition Denim armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina.
A design armchair with soft, generous contours, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in the 1960s to bring ...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Vladimir Kagan Style 1950’s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ivory Sofa
Located in Hollywood, FL
Vintage Midcentury Modern sofa newly reupholstered with performance high quality ivory velvet. Classic 1950’s rounded end on one side and one arm attached throw pillow on the other. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-41-A Advocate Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
This chair is a fantastic piece, finally it's iconic. It is raw in its simplicity, nothing too much but still nothing is missing. We can do any upholstery you like in any colour and ...
Category
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
English Regency 3-Seater 'Espresso' Leather & Brass Sofa, Style of George Smith
By George Smith
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed in the manner of George Smith, tis sofa was manufactured by Wesley Hall in the United States. Upholstered in a very pleasant "Espresso" color leather, it features the classi...
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Pair of "Cubo" Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1960s
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Pair of "Cubo" Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1960s
Created by renowned Brazilian designer Jorge Zalszupin circa 1960, the "Cubo" - or Cube - armchair is s...
Category
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Plywood
1970s Mario Bellini Le Bambole Two-Seat Sofas, a Pair From B&B Italia
Located in Raleigh, NC
Pair of 1970s Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofas, B&B Italia
An icon newly restored. This pair feature Pollack Textiles "Modern Dance" Upholstery(black on light khaki).
66" long, 36" ...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage 'Togo' Set in Brown Leather, Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s
Located in Zagreb, HR
Beautiful original Ligne Roset 'Togo' lounge set in dark brown leather. Designed by Michel Ducaroy in the 1970s.
Rare and early production of the late 1970s or early 1980s.
Sourced f...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
Edward Wormley for Dunbar 'Oasis' Sofa in White Boucle
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 'Oasis' sofa, model '5200', reupholstered in white boucle, wood, United States, 1952
The 'Oasis' sofa (1952) is designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Th...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, Model 131
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dunbar Furniture bracket back sofa, Model 131 designed by Roger Sprunger. Rare smaller version sofa or loveseat that is perfect for two people. Solid mahogany "L" bracket supports gi...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Aristocratic Sofa In Teak By Bertil Fridhagen
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The teak wood sofa with original upholstery in perfect condition, belonging to the Aristokrat model designed by Bertil Fridhagen in 1960, is an exceptional piece that fuses the elega...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brocade, Teak
Sculptural Brutalist Solid Oak Sofa, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
This stunning piece embodies the essence of brutalist design, captivating the imagination with its bold lines, robust structure, and unparalleled character. Its rich grain and warm h...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wood, Oak
“Capella” sofa by Illum Wikkelsø, design 1960's
Located in PARIS, FR
The “Capella” sofa designed by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø is distinguished by its solid rosewood structure, high quality manufacturing and assembly, by its perfect proportions an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Palisander
Arne Norell Ilona sofa from the 1970´s
By Arne Norell
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ilona Two-Seat Sofa – a timeless blend of elegance and comfort. Designed by renowned Swedish architect Arne Norell in the 1960s for Norell Möbel AB
Category
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 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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