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Sofas For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 1910s
Pierluigi Cerri for Poltrona Frau Sofa in White Leather, 1980s
Located in Berlin, DE
"Ouverture" 3 seat sofa in white leather designed by Pierluigi Cerri for Poltrona Frau, early 1980's.
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1880s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Sofas

Materials

Leather

Antique Regency Mahogany framed sofa with Dodo head detail
Located in Malton, GB
This is a truly exceptional Regency period English country house sofa. The design and and size is fabulous but what really sets this apart is the unique Dodo head details on the legs...
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Early 19th Century Antique Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

English Upholstered 19th Century Sofa
Located in Southampton, GB
Solid and comfortable, English, 19th Century sofa. Freshly upholstered in hard wearing weave fabric. All springs have either been tightened or replaced and new webbing introduced. O...
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19th Century British Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Antique Victorian Walnut Sofa Chaise Longue Settee 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fantastic antique Victorian chaise longue which dates from Circa 1860. This sofa was made from hand carved solid walnut with...
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1860s Antique Sofas

Materials

Walnut

C. 1840's Antique American Classical Mahogany, Tapestry Style Upholstery, Sofa!!
Located in Austin, TX
Handsome Antique Sofa, American Classical Mahogany, Tapestry Style Upholstery, Circa 1840's, 19th Century!! Experience the charm of a classic American mahogany sofa from the mid-19th century with this antique piece. Upholstered in striking multicolor tapestry fabric, this sofa features scrolled feet and carved stiles that add to its elegant appearance. The seating area is perfect for conversation and can accommodate up to four people, making it ideal for your entryway, foyer, living room, or guest room. This circa 1840's antique sofa is a beautiful settee that brings a touch of Victorian style to any space. The upholstery fabric is complemented by the mahogany frame in brown, and the sofa comes as a unit that requires no assembly or additional parts. The model is perfect for creating a seating area where you and your guests can relax and enjoy each other's company. American Classical Mahogany Sofa...
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Early 19th Century American American Classical Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Late 19th Century French Large Gilt Frame Sofa Newly Upholstered
Located in London, GB
This is a very large and comfortable 19th-century sofa, newly upholstered with a hardwearing washable suede-like light grey fabric. This style of furniture was popular during the rei...
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1890s French Louis XV Antique Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

19th century linen upholstered, English Sofa
Located in Southampton, GB
Mahogany scrolled arm sofa. 6 legs with origonal brass castors. Newly upholstered in quality linen fabric, bespoke large feather squab cushion. This piece is so comfortable and a gre...
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19th Century British Antique Sofas

Materials

Linen

1800's Antique Empire Period, Medallion Back, New Upholstery, Red/Beige Sofa
Located in Austin, TX
1800's Antique Empire Period, Medallion Back, New Upholstery, Red/Beige Sofa Beautiful with New Upholstery, Antique Sofa, Empire Period, Medallion Back, New Upholstery, Red/Beige, 19th Century, 1800's! This antique sofa from the Empire Period features a stunning medallion back design and has been newly upholstered in a beautiful red and beige fabric. With its dark wood tones and traditional style, this sofa is sure to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any living room, lounge, or guestroom. Measuring 26" in length and 84" in width, this sofa comfortably seats up to three people. No additional parts are required for assembly, and the sofa is ready to use right away. The brand is Empire, and the country/region of manufacture is unknown. Overall, this antique sofa is a one-of-a-kind piece that is perfect for anyone looking to add a touch of history and charm to their home. Period empire medallion...
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19th Century Empire Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

A pair of French Napoleon III sofas with continuous backs circa 1860.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of French Napoleon III sofas with continuous backs ad ebonized turned feet circa 1860.
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1860s French Napoleon III Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

French Giltwood Settee Sofa, Style Louis XVI, Red Velvet, 19th Century
Located in Montreal, Quebec
French giltwood settee sofa, style Louis XVI, red velvet, 19th century. Dimensions: 53.5 in. L 25 in. D x 39.5 in. H Seat height 20 in.
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Vintage Tufted Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
A handsome vintage tufted Chesterfield sofa. Upholstered in a whiskey brown antique French leather. Tufted rolled arms and backrest wi...
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1880s Chesterfield Antique Sofas

Materials

Leather

Regency Mahogany Frame Sofa, England, Circa 1815
Located in Alexandria, VA
This smart classical Regency sofa has a sturdy mahogany frame. Its clean lines make it perfect for use in an eclectic or period environment. It provides comfortable seating for 3 and...
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1810s English Regency Antique Sofas

Materials

Silk, Mahogany

Antique Thonet No. 2 Bentwood Sofa , late 19th century
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
The Thonet No. 2 Bentwood Sofa, crafted in the late 19th century, is a beautiful vintage piece that exudes elegance and sophistication. This sofa is constructed entirely of bentwood ...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Sofas

Materials

Cane, Beech, Bentwood

Period Antique American Massachusetts Federal Carved Mahogany Sofa Circa 1800
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Period Antique American Massachusetts Federal Carved Mahogany Sofa. Curved and scrolled crest rail, with the arm rests terminating in carved pineapples and bulbs, set on fluted legs with brass casters, vertical stripe upholstery. Circa 1800. Solid Hardwood Construction and Hand Doweled Joinery. Eight way...
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Early 19th Century American Federal Antique Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood, Mahogany

Antique Period American Federal Highly Carved Mahogany Sofa Circa 1800
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1800 American Federal highly carved mahogany sofa with scrolled carved headrest, curvelinear arms and outswept hairy paw feet upholstered in a vintage old striated velvet fabric
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Early 19th Century American Federal Antique Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Mahogany

Period Antique American Classical Empire Flame Mahogany Sofa Circa 1840
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Period Antique American Empire Bench Sofa With Classical Empire Scrolled Arms and Feet. Flame Mahogany Wood Trim Over Solid Hardwood Construction and Hand Dovetailed Joinery. Eight way hand tied...
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Mid-19th Century British American Empire Antique Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany, Hardwood

Period Antique American LateVictorian Carved Walnut Balloon Back Sofa Circa 1880
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Period Antique American Late Victorian Balloon Back Bench Sofa With Classical Victorian Hand Carved Walnut Detailing. Solid Walnut Hardwood Construction and Hand Dovetailed Joinery. Eight way hand tied seat foundation. A very solid, quality hand made piece of history - all in very good condition - including the silk upholstery fabric. Provenance: Purchased From the Estate of Larry Flynt...
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Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood, Silk, Walnut

Antique Empire Style Mahogany Tufted Parlor Sofa Newly Upholstered in Leather
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Empire Style Carved Mahogany Tufted Back Parlor Sofa on Casters Newly Upholstered in Full Grain Espresso Italian Leather This antique Empire styl...
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19th Century Unknown Empire Antique Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Period Antique American Victorian Rococo Revival Carved Walnut Sofa Circa 1850
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Period Antique American Victorian Rococo Revival Bench Sofa With Classical Victorian Hand Carved Scrolled Arms and Feet and Pierced Carved Crest Rail. Solid Walnut Hardwood Construction and Hand Dovetailed Joinery. Eight way hand tied seat foundation. A very solid, quality hand made piece of history - all in very good condition (excluding the fabric upholstery which is badly worn). Provenance: Purchased From the Estate of Larry Flynt...
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Mid-19th Century American Rococo Revival Antique Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Victorian buttoned back chesterfield sofa
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very elegant English buttoned back chesterfield sofa. This is of smaller than average proportions making it a very versatile sofa to be used in various rooms around your ho...
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19th Century Antique Sofas

Materials

Beech

Antique American Victorian Carved Walnut Sofa Blue Mohair Late 19th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very cool late Victorian Circa 1880 American made carved walnut sofa upholstered in a lustrous vintage blue mohair fabric having a carved floral crest above the three loose cushions,...
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Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Sofas

Materials

Down, Mohair, Walnut

Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Painted and Parcel Gilt Sofa or Canape
Located in Hopewell, NJ
An important French Neoclassical painted & parcel gilt canapé first quarter 19th century Lombardy, Italy. The backrest with paneled top rail decorated with wreaths, the wooden armres...
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Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Early 19thC William IV Chesterfield Sofa in Beautiful Green Leathers
Located in London, GB
As a Lapada dealer and furniture maker, I always have a very good selection of pieces in stock with a wide range of price points. This particular piece is an originalWilliam IV earl...
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1830s British Chesterfield Antique Sofas

Materials

Leather

Recamiere or Chaise Longue, Germany circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Large recamiere with light gray cover and walnut veneered frame. The straight frame is accentuated with horizontal profile strips and rests on baluster feet. The recamiere has an ele...
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1830s German Charles X Antique Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

Two-seater Louis Philippe sofa in walnut and fabric, 19th century era
Located in Catania, IT
Louis Philippe two-seater sofa, period 1870 - 1880. Made of walnut and fabric. In good condition.
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Late 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut

antique regency mahogany 3-seater sofa.
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Impressive antique regency mahogany 3-seater sofa. An early 19th century Regency mahogany sofa is an elegant piece of furniture typical of the Regency period in the United Kingdom (a...
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1810s English Regency Antique Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Louis XIV Style Giltwood Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th Century French Louis XIV style giltwood sofa. With elegant sweeping armrests terminating in scroll front supports. Upholstered in hessian. Please note this piece features wear c...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Sofas

Materials

Giltwood

Thonet Kanapee No.3, 1860
Located in Schwerin, MV
Rare collector's item: A well-preserved, stable Thonet sofa with a Viennese wicker seat that was restored a few years ago. Designation in the Thonet catalog from 1904: Sofa No. 3. Th...
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1860s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Sofas

Materials

Bentwood, Braid

19th Century Victorian Leather Sofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th century Chesterfield sofa in leather by Maple & Co. Circa 1890.
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19th Century Antique Sofas

Materials

Leather

19th Century Italian Fruitwood Sofa
Located in Hudson, NY
Great design, full of grace and presence. This large sofa, made in Italy, 1st half of the 19th century, is a rare find indeed. The beautiful carving on the fronts of the arms and ho...
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19th Century Italian Biedermeier Antique Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Beautiful Large Antique French Sectional
Located in Newmanstown, PA
Left Couch - 52"x35"x36" - 74 lbs Middle Couch - 64"x32"x36" - 80 lbs Right Couch - 52"x35"x36" - 74 lbs. All of touch-ups will be done before shipping or pi...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Sofas

Materials

Hardwood

French Napoleon III Sofa in Pale Orange Velvet and White Fringe
Located in Buchanan, NY
This stunning French high-back sofa, designed in the opulent Napoleon III style, is the embodiment of luxury and elegance. Upholstered in a pale orange tangerine velvet, the back and...
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

19th Century French Upholstered Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
Step into 19th century France with this upholstered sofa featuring a boldly scrolled frame and hand-carved scroll legs, which captures the essence of the Louis Philippe style. This s...
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

19th Century French Napoleon III Curved Sofa, Newly Upholstered Bouclé fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Two-seat curved settee from the late 19th Century. Lovely shape and curves. Very comfortable seat. Front legs raised upon brass casters. This sofa has been fully restored and newly ...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Sofas

Materials

Brass

Duncan Phyfe Upholstered Camel Back Sofa, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Duncan Phyfe upholstered camel back sofa, 19th century. Down cushion seat. Seat depth is 24”
Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Os de Mouton Benches in Pierre Frey Linen, France Circa 1890
Located in Culver City, CA
Os de Mouton Benches in Pierre Frey Linen France Circa 1890 Newly upholstered in Pierre Frey linen blend, on antique frame. 94.5”L x 26”d x 44”h ...
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19th Century French Antique Sofas

Materials

Linen, Wood

19th Century French Sofa and Two Chairs Set
Located in Madrid, ES
19th Century French Sofa and Two Chairs Set SOFA in richly inlaid and gilded wood, French manufacture h 114 x 190 x 65 cm TWO CHAIRS in ric...
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Sofas

Materials

Wood

Empire Settee, France 1810, Manner of Jacob Desmalter (1770-1841)
Located in Leimen, DE
Empire Settee, France 1810 Step back in time to the opulent era of 19th-century France with the exquisite Elegant Empire Settee, crafted in 1810. This resplendent sofa is a testament...
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Early 1800s French Empire Antique Sofas

Materials

Bronze

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...
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Mid-19th Century Dutch Antique Sofas

Materials

Wood

Antique Empire Style Mahogany Swan Grecian Sofa Newly Upholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Empire Style Mahogany Swan Grecian Sofa Newly Upholstered In a Green Velvet Antique Classic Empire style carved mahogany tufted Grecian sofa n...
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19th Century Empire Antique Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Mahogany

Early 19th century Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fine 19th century late Gustavian sofa inspired by the Roman Empire and ancient Egypt. Hand Crafted with Gold Leaf Wood Trimmed Hand-Carved Rosette Details. The removable back allows...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofas

Materials

Gold Leaf

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofa with Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
19th century Swedish Gustavian sofa from Skellefteå Västerbotten, Northern Sweden. Scraped by hand to its original color. The sofa has some retouches. The kitchen sofa...
Category

1820s Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofas

Materials

Pine

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style 2 seat curved Sofa
Located in London, Park Royal
A French, early 19th Century, Louis XVI style 'Corbeille' Sofa. This petit, curved sofa has a generous seat depth that makes it comfortable to sit in. It has very fine carving and be...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

19th Century Swedish Tragsofa
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Beautiful 19th Century Swedish painted pine trågsofa. With wonderful button back and original hessian cushion, circa 1800.
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19th Century Swedish Antique Sofas

Materials

Pine

French Sofa Louis XVI Style end 19th Century TOTAL RESTORED
Located in Madrid, ES
French Sofa Louis XVI Style end 19th Century Totally restored Length: 171cm seat: 0.63cm height: 121cm
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Sofas

Materials

Wood

Superb Carved Gilded 19th Century Louis XV French Provencal Sofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Superb quality, elegant, 19th century French Louis XV canape, settee or sofa, reupholstered in neutal creamy fabric. It has a beautifully shaped giltwood frame with a lovely flowin...
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Sofas

Materials

Silk, Giltwood

GUSTAVIAN SETTEE SOFA 19th Century
Located in Barcelona, ES
A particularly deep and generously sized Swedish settee. Wool upholstery and carved, cerused frame.
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19th Century Antique Sofas

Materials

Wool, Upholstery

Victorian Down Chinoiserie Carved Wood Claw Rattan Cane Sofa Chairs , Set of 3
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, Victorian rare suite you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is statement piece w...
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Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Wood

Louis XV Bench in Carved Oak, France, circa 1880
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
3-seater bench / sofa with carved oak structure and original off-white / beige fabric. Louis XV style, France, circa 1880-1920. In good general condition: - structure in excellent ...
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1880s French Louis XV Antique Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Oak

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This elegant and truly exceptional Viennese Biedermeier sofa was made circa 1825. Viennese Biedermeier pieces are distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and r...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

19th Century Black Swedish Gustavian Fållbänk, Antique Pinewood Fall Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A black, antique Swedish Gustavian FÅLLBÄNK, fall bench composed with a storage space below sitting area, made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good con...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofas

Materials

Pine

Antique Chesterfield Sofa Full of Allure, 2.5 Seater
Located in Harderwijk, NL
With pride we offer you this wonderfully comfortable patinated antique 2.5-seater Chesterfield sofa in stunning condition due to its patina. This Chesterfield sofa features a beaut...
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Late 19th Century Antique Sofas

Materials

Leather

VICTORIAN SERPENTINE FRONTED HAND DYED RESTORED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFiELD SOFA
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored Victorian hand dyed cigar brown leather serpentine...
Category

1880s English Victorian Antique Sofas

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Large French 19th C Napoleon III Tufted Sofa
Located in Buchanan, NY
A large scale French 19th century Napoleon III high backed sofa with cabriole legs. The back of this sofa is heavily tufted as are the rolled arms - adding grandeur and sophisticatio...
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Original Painted Swedish Gustavian Sofa. the seating has been restored and covered in Muslin.
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1820s Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofas

Materials

Berlin Iron

FINE PAIR OF FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE HOWARD & SON'S ViCTORIAN PORTARLINGTON SOFAS
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very fine pair of, fully restored Antique Victorian, fully stamped, Howard & Son’s London, large two seat Portarlington...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Large English Water Gilded and Finely Carved Settee
Located in London, GB
A large English carved and water gilded settee of fine quality, with shell crest, scrolled corners and decorated with English roses and foliage throughout. Newly upholstered in faux ...
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Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Sofas

Materials

Giltwood

Honest 19th Century Provincial Gustavian Sofa
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Honest early 19th century provincial Gustavian sofa in it's original finish and padding. Ca 1810 Sweden.
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofas

Materials

Pine

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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