Sofas
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
1920s British Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Walnut
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Sofas
Brass
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Sofas
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Art Deco Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Art Deco Sofas
Brass, Stainless Steel
1950s Scandinavian Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Brass
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Leather
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Beech, Oak
1920s British Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Velvet
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Beech
20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Wood
20th Century Italian Art Deco Sofas
Leather
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Sofas
Nutwood, Fabric, Birch, Burl
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Beech
20th Century Italian Art Deco Sofas
Leather
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Rattan
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Oak
Early 20th Century English George II Sofas
Walnut, Upholstery
1950s Danish Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Sofas
Velvet
19th Century Georgian Antique Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Sofas
Nutwood, Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Mohair, Wood
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Steel, Chrome
1940s Czech Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Chrome, Steel
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Wood
2010s Swiss Art Deco Sofas
Macassar, Rosewood, Zebra Wood
2010s Swiss Art Deco Sofas
Macassar, Zebra Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Sofas
Brass
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Rattan
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Wood, Fabric
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Steel, Chrome
2010s Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Brass
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Walnut
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Beech
18th Century English Georgian Antique Sofas
Beech
18th Century American Georgian Antique Sofas
Upholstery, Muslin, Cotton, Jute, Mahogany, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Steel, Chrome
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Velvet
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Leather, Wood
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Metal, Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Birch
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Silk, Walnut
Early 19th Century British George IV Antique Sofas
Calico
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Textile, Ebony
1940s Czech Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
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.