Sofas
1940s American Modern Vintage Sofas
Copper
Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric
2010s German Modern Sofas
Steel
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery, Polyester
2010s Swedish Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Steel
2010s European Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wool, Wood
2010s Pakistani Modern Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel, Metal
2010s American Modern Sofas
Steel
1960s American Modern Vintage Sofas
Iron, Aluminum
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Plastic, Foam
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Steel
Late 20th Century Spanish Modern Sofas
Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Sofas
Brass
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Steel, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Wool, Leather
1990s Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s German Modern Sofas
Aluminum
1950s American Modern Vintage Sofas
Metal
1960s German Modern Vintage Sofas
Bouclé, Wood
1970s American Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Oak
2010s European Modern Sofas
Metal
1960s American Modern Vintage Sofas
Aluminum, Iron
2010s Pakistani Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric
2010s North American Modern Sofas
Hardwood
Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas
Chrome
2010s Spanish Modern Sofas
Plastic
1970s American Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Oak
2010s Pakistani Modern Sofas
Brass
2010s European Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wool, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood, Foam, Faux Leather, Velvet
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Textile
2010s Ecuadorean Modern Sofas
Bronze, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
2010s European Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
2010s European Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s Belgian Modern Sofas
Linen
2010s European Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Faux Leather, Foam, Wood, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary Argentine Modern Sofas
Wool, Alpaca
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Other
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Metal
2010s European Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
2010s Mexican Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood, Oak, Walnut
1980s German Modern Vintage Sofas
Steel
2010s European Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Sofas
Oak, Walnut
2010s European Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Wool, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Steel, Stainless Steel
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.