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Sofas For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: 1920s
Gio Ponti Art Dèco Italian Sofa from Hotel Bristol Merano, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Luxurious Art Deco sofa designed by Gio Ponti for the Hotel Bristol Merano Italia. Sofa with low armrests and a sculptural shape. Made in Italy in the early 1950s. The velvet is worn...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Red Mohair Sofa and Convertible Daybed, 1950s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dramatic mid-century red mohair sofa that converts to a daybed in a great size. Asymmetric with dog-bone shape, a popular style in the 1950s.
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Classic Danish Teak & cane Modular Sofa/ Daybed with table by Hans Olsen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early Production ! Retains original BRAMIN burn in label.. A verstile design by Hans Olsen, this highly functional sofa has a variety of uses. The table and two seats can be configu...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Teak
Ward Bennett, Sofa, Fabric, Aluminium, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An aluminium and light grey fabric sofa designed by Ward Bennet and produced by Lehigh Leopold, USA, c. 1950s.
18” seat height.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Pierre Jeanneret X-Leg Sofa in Cowhide, 1950s Chandigargh
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning teak sofa fully reupholstered in beige cowhide designed by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigargh. Rectangular seat resting on two compass type side legs. New cushions. Sofas were...
Category
1950s Indian Vintage Sofas
Materials
Teak, Cowhide, Cane
French Sofa after Jean Prouve, circa 1950
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Sofa by unknown manufacturer in France, circa 1950, designed in the manner of Jean Prouve.
Lacquered metal base and wood.
The cushion are original.
In good original condit...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
1950's Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Sofa
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage original 1950's Midcentury Modern couch for sale. Has a Scandinavian Danish Modern design, and was previously reupholstered. Has the classic Danish design with a slanted back...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Danish Modern Sofa, 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful Danish Modern sofa attributed to Svend Skipper, Denmark 1950, with earthy multicolor striped upholstery on teak legs and with sculptural teak hand rests.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Mid-Century Danish Modern 1950's 3-Seat Sofa in Teak and Wool
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool sofa manufactured in the late 1950's. Classic design with low elegant lines and yet enough of a presence to anchor a living room. Covered in its...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
Curved Sofa by Frederico Munari Italy, 1960's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A stunning and lovely curved Italian sofa by Federico Munari, original from the 50's.
This amazing sofa has a deep, highly comfortable seat and a gracefully sloping back.
The or...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
'Lara' sofa by Roberto Pamio for Stilwood in beige velvet, Italy 1958
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
This iconic ‘Lara’ sofa was introduced in 1958 by Italian designers Roberto Pamio, Noti Massari and Renato Toso and was produced by Stilwood. It was a unique piece back then and it’...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Velvet
1950s Swedish Velvet Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten 'Samspel' Sofa, circa 1950s
First designed in 1956 and produced by AB Record in Bollnas, Sweden, the 'Samspel' sofa is one of the finest pieces to be drawn by Sweden...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Beech
Attributed Gio Ponti Mid-Century Modern Velvet Sofa for ISA, 1950s
By Gio Ponti, ISA Bergamo
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Elegant and splendid three-seater sofa with high backrest attributed Gio Ponti, 1950s, for ISA Edizioni, Bergamo. Carved profile, refined lines, sensual and deep comfort. The ivory v...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech, Fir
S.C.A.L. Double Daybed by Jean Prouvé, circa 1950
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
S.C.A.L. double daybed designed by Jean Prouvé.
Manufactured by Ateliers Prouve, France, circa 1950.
This bed has been restored.
Metal frame, new upholstery, repainted.
I...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Swedish Cream Loveseat Sofa with Tapered Legs and Curved Arms
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Swedish cream loveseat sofa with tapered legs and wood details on the arms. Legs are tapered with a carved ball on the end. Slightly uneven, but sit flat when seated in the loveseat....
Category
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Danish Design Minerva Sofa Set by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen Teak, 1950
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Extremely rare & stunning! This fully original ''Minerva seating group'' by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen 1950.
The design & luxurious feeling of this set are just superb. The combination of teak, rattan, wool & chrome are breathtaking.
It looks stunning from any angle with the minimalist teak & chrome backrests so you can place it in the center of your room.
The set has its original finish & original padded wool upholstery in grey/green. which remains in amazing condition!
The FD516 coffee table...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Adrian Pearsall 'Cloud' Sofa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, 'Cloud' sofa, walnut, fabric, United States, 1950s
Adrian Pearsall's "Cloud" sofa, crafted in the 1950s in the United States, is a stunning example of mid-century m...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
1950s Hans J Wegner Daybed Model Ge19 by GETAMA, Denmark
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with good original corduroy fabric
- sturdy and stable.
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Italian Designer, Settee, Shearling, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A shearling and brass settee designed and produced by an Italian designer, Italy, 1950s.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Brass
Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A curved wood and red fabric sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s.
Dimensions: 33.5” H x 73” W x 43” D
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Corner Sofa Blond Wood and Fabric, Italy, 1950's
By Ico Parisi
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Corner sofa in blond wood and fabric,, Italy, 1950's
What stands out most in this low corner bench are the recesses in the framework and the 9 straight, tapered, squared stiletto legs that are so typical for that period in Italy.
As you can see the backrest is optional and was probably designed later to give it some extra comfort. Back in the days these sofas were mostly used for very practical purposes like a quick coffee or pasta.
This sofa would work very well in a corner of course but strangely enough this rectangular sofa also works very well in the middle of a room for example with a round table and two chairs...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Bodil Kjaer Sofa in Black Leather and Steel
By Bodil Kjaer, Hovedstadens Møbelfabrik
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bodil Kjaer for Hovedstadens Møbelfabrik, sofa model 71, leather, steel, Denmark, 1959.
A signature piece of Bodil Kjaer, designed in 1959. Kjaer conceived this sofa together with a...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Steel
Oasis Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Very Rare. Priced for Reupholstery.
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare, Iconic "Oasis Sofa" designed by Edward Wormley and manufactured by Dunbar, 1950s. Super stylish curved design that's both functional and comfortable. This ultra rare example ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
French Louis XV Style Settee in Red Velvet
Located in Buchanan, NY
A stunning French 1920s Louis XV style settee upholstered in a rich red velvet upholstery with a creamy painted wood frame. The brass nailhead detailing adds an extra touch of sophis...
Category
1920s French Louis XV Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric
One Of a Kind Mid-Century 1950’s Black & White 11ft Sofa Style of Pearsall
Located in Las Vegas, NV
One Of a Kind Mid-Century Custom Made 1950’s Black & White 11ft Sofa Style of Adrian Pearsall
A true gem for MCM enthusiasts—this custom-made vintage sofa embodies the bold, sculptu...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Faux Fur, Walnut
Dick Cordemeijer Daybed Cleopatra, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Daybed Cleopatra designed by Dick Cordemeijer manufactured in Netherlands, circa 1950.
In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beauti...
Category
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
Rare S.C.A.L. Double Daybed by Jean Prouvé, circa 1950
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
The S.C.A.L. double daybed designed by Jean Prouvé is a magnificent piece of mid-century modern design that embodies both the elegance and functionality characteristic of the period. This stunning daybed is a testament to the timeless appeal of Prouvé's work and a must-have for any discerning collector of mid-century modern furniture.
Crafted by Ateliers Prouvé in France in the 1950s, this double daybed showcases the purity of Prouvé's design philosophy. The metal frame is both sturdy and lightweight, and the new upholstery adds a touch of comfort to this functional masterpiece. The daybed has been restored to excellent condition, ensuring that it will last for many years to come.
The S.C.A.L. double daybed's simple and elegant lines make it a versatile piece that will suit any interior design scheme. Whether used as a sofa, daybed, or guest bed, this piece will make a statement in any room. The new table tops have been redone to original measurements, ensuring that the entire piece retains its original charm.
In summary, the S.C.A.L. double daybed designed by Jean Prouvé is a stunning example of mid-century modern design that will add both beauty and functionality to any space. Its high-quality materials, simple lines, and exquisite craftsmanship make it a true work of art that is both comfortable and durable.
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S.C.A.L. double daybed designed by Jean Prouvé.
Manufactured by Ateliers Prouve, France, circa 1950.
This bed has been restored.
Metal frame, new upholstery.
In good condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Tables has been redone new according to original measurements.
Jean Prouvé (1901-1984), French Industrial and furniture designer and architect. Jean Prouvé is one of the most influential furniture designers of the early modern design movement, Jean Prouvé introduced the machine age and Industrial engineered modern design aesthetic to interiors in the steel, aluminum and architecture he created. He then continued her experiments with different materials.
Jean Prouvé was born into an artistic family in Nancy, France, his famous father, Victor Prouvé...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
1950s, Danish 3-seater sofa, green furniture velour, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Green furniture velour, oak wood, springs in the seat. Sofa was reupholstered by craftsman about 20 years ago. Very good condition: no smells, no stains ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Iconic Vladimir Kagan ‘Serpentine’ Sofa in Beige Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vladimir Kagan, sofa model ‘Serpentine’, fabric, chrome-plated metal, United States, design 1950s, later production
This sofa is designed by Vladimir Kagan (1927-2016) and clearly e...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Danish Art Deco Curved Sofa Couch Green Floral Velour Velvet Upholstery, 1950s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish curved Banana form Art Deco couch or sofa made in the 1950s.
The legs are made of dark stained wood and the sofa is upholstered with green...
Category
1950s Danish Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Small 2 Seater Caesar Sofa Lacquer Italy 1950s Restored Green Velvet
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Delightful and original two-seater from the 1950s totally restored in green velvet fabric , wooden feet. Caesar Lacquer design
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Michael Taylor Sofa for Baker Furniture Co. - Far East Collection - circa 1950s
Located in St. Louis, MO
Designer Michael Taylor designed four seat sofa from his Far East Collection by Baker Furniture Co. Dark brown Shoji style stained frame, seat and back cushions are down filled. This...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Down
Edward Wormley for Dunbar 'Oasis' Sofa in Camel Wool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 'Oasis' sofa, model '5200', reupholstered in camel wool, mahogany, United States, design 1952
The 'Oasis' sofa is designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
20th Century, Gio Ponti Sofa 'Attributed' in Wood and Upholstery in Fabric, '50s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Turin, Turin
Very beautiful Sofa attributed to Gio Ponti designed in '50s in Italy. The sofa has a wooden structure and the upholstery in two colors fabric (white and green). The sofa seems to be...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1960s, Danish vintage 2 seater "Banana" sofa, original very good condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design. 2 seater "Banana" sofa in original cherry-red fabric. Very good condition: no smells and no stains ( used not too much from 1960s ). Brass springs in the seat. ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Vintage Dutch Design sofa in teak by De ster Gelderland Mid-Century Modern 1950
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Elevate your living space with this De Ster Gelderland design sofa, a stunning example of mid-century modern craftsmanship from 1950 Holland. Handcrafted from rich teak, this sofa fe...
Category
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Teak
Hans Olsen Modular Sofa for Bramin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Minimalist three seater sofa, model 161, by Danish designer Hans Olsen for Bramin, c.1950s Denmark. The afromosia wood slatted base supports three removable caned seats that can rear...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
Handsome Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa Model 4906 Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome even arm sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar with brass legs. Model 4906. This piece retains its original fun fur teddy bear fabric in usable condition. The foam in cushions ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Brass
Sofa with Iron Frame Attributed to William Armbruster
Located in Highland, IN
This terrific sofa with it's floating back and arms attached to the iron frame is classic post-war design. Attributed to William Armbruster for Edgewood Furniture. A well built pi...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Iron
20th Century Bentwood Sofa in the Thonet Style, circa 1925, Caned Seat
By Thonet
Located in Miami, FL
20th century bentwood sofa in the Thonet style, circa 1925, caned seat
This sofa it´s very heavy and sturdy.
Height from the floor to the arms : 70cm
Category
1920s Spanish Spanish Colonial Vintage Sofas
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Poul Volther Daybed Model Diva 981 for Gemla, Sweden
By Poul Volther, Gemla
Located in Dronten, NL
Very nice sophisticated daybed sofa Model 981 designed by Poul Volther, manufactured by Gemla, Denmark, circa 1960. This sofa is nicknamed 'Diva' and features a sophisticated solid o...
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
Midcentury Danish Modern Banana Sofa in the Style of Viggo Boesen
By Viggo Boesen
Located in New York, NY
Made in the 1950s, this Danish Modern sofa is upholstered in a rich coral pink mohair. Its elegant design features a curved "banana" shape and a channeled back with decorative rope p...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Oak
Casa e Giardino sofà Gio Ponti style 1950s.
Located in bari, IT
Two-seater sofa in wrought iron and brown velvet seat produced by Casa e Giardino 1950s, it is possible to purchase the set with the two related chairs and the complete set with cent...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wrought Iron
Rare Dunbar Sofa Model 5316 by Edward Wormley. Original Orange Upholstery
Located in Kansas City, MO
Very rare and desirable sofa Model 5316 designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s. This completely original example is in very good condition. No tears, holes or stains to the o...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Danish Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa by Ludvig Pontoppidan, circa 1950
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful sought after three-seat sofa by Ludvig Pontoppidan made in Denmark probably between late 1940s and 1950. The design is a classic Pontoppidan with slim elegant scoop-like li...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A birch and striped beige fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1920s.
Seat height: 16.5”
Category
1920s Swedish Art Nouveau Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Birch
A Mid-Century Sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti
By Gigi Radice
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A Mid-Century sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti. Re-upholstered in white boucle with original steel and brass capped feet.
Dimensions: H 97cm W 178cm D 67cm Seat H 45cm
Origin: Ital...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Brass
20th Century, Gio Ponti Light Blue Wooden Sofa
By Gio Ponti
Located in Turin, Turin
An eclectic personality, from his early days he was active in the fields of architecture, painting, graphics and set design. He graduated in architecture from the Milan Polytechnic i...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pierre Jeanneret Fireside Sofa, Suede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Jeanneret Fireside Sofa, Suede with Leather Piping
Category
1950s Indian Vintage Sofas
Materials
Suede, Teak
Maurizio Tempestini, Unique Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A unique wood, fabric and black-lacquered metal sofa designed and produced by Maurizio Tempestini for Hotel Croce di Malta in Montecatini Terme, Italy, 1950s.
Dimensions: 31.5” H x ...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
Brazilian Modern Sofa by Sergio Rodriguesin New Leather
Located in San Diego, CA
This incredibly comfortable and lovely sofa designed by Sergio Rodrigues has been restored with careful historical accuracy. We have restored the wood frame and made new leather cush...
Category
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Danish Teak "Minerva" Sectional Sofa by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous Danish teak “Minerva” sectional sofa/daybed designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen in Denmark, circa 1950s. This set has an avant-garde desi...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Chrome
American Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and white fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Seat Height: 18.75"
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additional fee. Lead ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-century Sculptural Sofa with Integrated Armrests
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, fabric, beech, Europe, 1950s
This sofa is a great example of mid-century design, with its smooth, flowing curves and clean lines. The armrests are cleverly integrated into the...
Category
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Matching Pair of Mid Century Danish Sofas
Located in New York, NY
Great clean lines and the perfect size for the hard to fit room. Very deep and very comfortable should one choose to take a nap.
These are very structurally sound but they need to be...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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
Two-Tone AP33 Sofa by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen
Located in Dorchester, MA
The strong, clean lines of the AP33 sofa, designed by Hans Wegner for A.P. Stolen in the mid-1950s, make it a perfect fit for a contemporary environment. Set on ...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
Sculptural Wingback Sofa by H.W. Klein for Bramin Mobler of Denmark, 1950's
Located in Culver City, CA
This sofa is spectacular! Designed by H.W. Klein for Bramin Mobler in the late 1950's, this sculptural sofa is just as comfortable as it is beautiful. With long, clean lines and arched wingback sides, the body is reminiscent of an Arne Jacobsen egg chair.
The back of the sofa showcases the solid teak frame that perfectly cradles the body of the sofa. The teak frame is further accentuated with its rich color and patina that really pops off the white lower-pile fine Belgian boucle...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
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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