Sofas
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Oak, Teak
1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Linen, Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Beech
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Textile, Velvet, Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Brass
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Birch, Upholstery
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Polyester
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet, Beech, Fabric
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Oak
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Ash
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Oak
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Linen, Wood
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Plywood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Foam
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Wood
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Palisander
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Wood, Oak
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
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.