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Sofas For Sale
Period: Early 20th Century
Period: 1940s
Antique Scandinavian Beige Sofa, Northern Europe, circa 1900.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique Sofa, Northern Europe, circa 1900. Very good condition, after professional renovation and replacement of upholstery. dimensions: height 125 cm seat height 46 cm length 191 ...
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Early 1900s Swedish Antique Sofas

Materials

Walnut

1900s Swedish Two-Seater Gustavian Style Gilt Velvet Sofa with Carved Decoration
Located in London, GB
This wonderfully large and comfortable Swedish two-seater gilt sofa dates from the 1900s period and is designed in the Gustavian style. The sofa features classic scrolling decoration...
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Early 1900s Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofas

Materials

Giltwood, Velvet

Jens Risom Sofa by Knoll
Located in Highland, IN
This early Risom model 37 sofa for Knoll is classic mid-century. Designed in 1946, the dynamic, but restrained form speaks to Risom's Scandinavian heritage. The upholstered body is s...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Birch, Upholstery

Vittorio Valabrega Sofa in Maple
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vittorio Valabrega sofa, maple, fabric, Italy, 1920s. Elegant and beautiful two seat sofa with a maple frame, and a vertical striped fabric in green and beige motive. This settee is...
Category

1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Maple

Danish 1940s Banana Shaped Curved Loveseat in White Lambswool
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Banana shaped Viggo Boesen style curved two-seat sofa or loveseat made in Denmark in the 1940s. This sofa will make a strong statement in any room. Beautiful round lines and iconic b...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

1949 Jens Risom No. 23 Sofa with New Upholstery Signed H.G. Knoll Products
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an exceptionally rare and early Jens Risom Sofa, model number 23, produced by Knoll and labelled H.G. Knoll Products. This particular examples dates to circa 1949....
Category

1940s American Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Ludvig Pontoppidan Danish Mid-Century Three-Seater Sofa
Located in Norwalk, CT
A rare and important three-seater sofa by Danish architect and furniture designer Ludvig Pontoppidan (1883-1962). One of the early figures in Scandinavian modern design, Pontoppidan'...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Beech

Pair of George II Style Sofas, Early 20th Century
Located in El Monte, CA
An elegant pair of English George II style camel back sofas with eight finely carved walnut claw and ball feet. Upholstered with Scalamandré beautiful fabric in fair condition.
Category

Early 20th Century English George II Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Ernst Schwadron Sofa
Located in Hanover, MA
Three seat sofa designed by Austrian emigre Ernst Schwadron and retailed through Rena Rosenthal inc. New York in the 1940's. This design was part of his early collection for Knoll w...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Important Wall Unit, Large Curved Sofa and walnut Shelfs by Dassi, 1940
Located in Rome, IT
Important wall unit, a large curved "conversation" sofa by Dassi executed in 1940 attributed to Ico Parisi. Part of a unique living room designed to commission, L-shaped. Mahogany, maple wood, brass, white cotton. original key Measures: H 84 cm, 330 x 150 cm. Brass plinth base H. 15 cm. unique room very large and curved sofa, removable; an hanging shelf, asymmetrical door fine and elegant details in "grissinato" wood. Please note this item is sold as single piece but belongs to a complete dining room...
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1940s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Brass

1930's 3 seater country house sofa
Located in Malton, GB
This is a superb quality 1930's country house sofa. Very comfy with deep seat and new feather seat cushions. 3 seater and well proportioned making it ideal for everyday use. Measure...
Category

Early 20th Century Sofas

Materials

Beech

C. 1941 Jens Risom for Knoll Associates Three-Seater Sofa/Settee w/ New Webbing
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a three-seater settee, designed by Jens Risom for Knoll Associates in 1941. The piece has a frame constructed of pine (or possibly birch), and has newly re-done webbed straps...
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1940s American Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Copper

French Cream painted Louis XVI style sofa, circa 1900
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality early 20th Century French cream painted three seater sofa, having carved scrolling foliate and fluted decoration, raised on turned taper legs. Batch 73 BYZKN
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Sofas

Materials

Beech

Shell Sofa
Located in BANGALOW, NSW
A Gio Ponti three seat 'Shell' sofa for "Casa e Giardino", 1940's Italy. Curved shell model covered in original teal leather, the cushions have feathers inside with air vents that a...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich Art Deco Italian Bouclé Sofa, 1940s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
A large Italian sculptural sofa attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, very comfortable. Recently upholstered in green Bouclè, finished with a border of the fabric itself, in order to accen...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Art Deco Black Leather and White Nails Two Seats Sofa Pierre Chareau Style
Located in Bochum, NRW
Art Deco modernist sofa upholstered in black leather, exquisitely detailed with white nails. Wooden structure, black painted wood feet, spring upholstery and seat cushions. Conditio...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Art Deco Sofa
Located in Lee-On-The-Solent, GB
A stunning original Art Deco sofa, with a deep scalloped back and high curved sides, with its original sprung base. Just reupholstered is a soft green v...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet

1940s Art Deco Curved Couch
Located in New York, NY
Impressive, sculptural Art Deco couch, in two parts, newly upholstered in moss mohair with reversed pyramid wooden legs and channeled back. This couch has been completely restored w...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Pair of Gugliemo Ulrich Art Deco Italian Armchairs, 1940s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Particular pair of armchairs attributed to the famous architect Guglielmo Ulrich, the upholstery is original from the time but replacement is recommended. Production from the 1940s i...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Antique French Louis XVI Carved Gold Leaf & Alpaca Mohair Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique French Louis XVI Carved Gold Leaf & Alpaca Mohair Sofa Country: France Materials: Carved Gold-Leaf Wood, New Alpaca Mohair Condition: Newly Reupholstered, New Alpaca Moha...
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1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Sofas

Materials

Alpaca, Wood

Antique Victorian Wicker Rattan Bentwood Sculptural Sunroom Sofa Set with Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Wicker Rattan Bentwood White Sculptural Sunroom Sofa Set with Chairs - 3 Pc Set. Item features (1) Sleek sculptural sofa (1) barrel back lounge chair (1) rocking c...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Sofas

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Bentwood

Freeform Sofa and Ottoman by Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
The sculptural quality of Noguchi's design vocabulary finds expression in the Freeform Sofa: it is entirely different from other designs of the same period, appearing in combination ...
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1940s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Frits Henningsen, Sofa, Mahogany, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A stained mahogany and yellow horsehair fabric sofa or settee designed and produced by Frits Henningsen, Denmark, 1940s. 18” seat height
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Single Flat Weave Antique textile Pillow
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful pillow made of handwoven flat-weave antique Indian Durie textile on both side ,with indigo and cream colors of geometric motifs fresh new insert. The textile was professi...
Category

1910s Indian Vintage Sofas

Materials

Cotton

Timeless Elegance: Art Deco Sofa from 1920s France, Recently Upholstered Ivory
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Lose yourself in the timeless splendor of this exquisite Art Deco sofa, crafted around 1920 in vibrant France. Recently refurbished, this sofa radiates in all its renewed glory, adorned in a soft ivory-colored fabric. The woodwork has been bestowed with a beautiful light linen hue, enhancing its allure. While displaying minimal signs of use, as seen in the photos, these imperfections are scarcely noticeable due to the recent makeover. The essence of this sofa lies in its refined design and superb craftsmanship. The woodwork, now boasting a captivating light linen color, contributes to the piece's delicate aesthetic. Every detail has been meticulously crafted, with careful attention to the characteristic lines and shapes that define the Art Deco style. A masterpiece in its own right, the sofa has been recently (a few months ago) upholstered in a plush, ivory-colored soft fabric. This choice underscores the timeless beauty of the piece, offering a luxurious spot to unwind. The fabric's delightful texture invites moments of relaxation and comfort. The subtle contrast between the ivory upholstery and the light woodwork creates a harmonious balance that enhances the overall aesthetic of the sofa. While bearing the marks of its age, the sofa's minor signs of use, as visible in the photos, attest to its well-preserved history. These slight traces of aging add character to the piece and reflect the timeless beauty inherent in vintage furniture. They serve as a reminder of the countless stories and moments this sofa has witnessed, imbuing it with a unique and charming aura. With its stunning Art Deco heritage, fresh makeover, and subtle signs of use, this sofa is a rare find that has stood the test of time. Not only does it enhance your living space, but it also tells a tale of a bygone era of elegance and sophistication. Infuse your interior with a touch of vintage grandeur with this exquisite Art Deco sofa from 1920s...
Category

1920s French Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Art Deco Walnut & leather Settle circa 1920s
Located in Dereham, GB
Stylish Art Deco Walnut & leather Settle circa 1920s Panel Back, with ebony line detail, stepped at each side, Shaped slab sides, holding leather tan upholstered seat, with Silver p...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Walnut

American Designer, Sofa, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and grey beige fabric sofa, designed and produced in the US, 1940s. 16” seat height
Category

1940s Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Two-Seater Sofa by a Danish Cabinetmaker, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Danish two-seater sofa recalls the peak of Danish Mid-Century Modern design. Thanks to its curved shape, this three-seater is exceptionally cosy and elegant. Curved so...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Kaare Klint Large Striped Sofa
Located in London, GB
Oak framed Classic sofa designed by Kaare Klint and made by Mastercabinetmakers Rud Rasmussen. Beautiful crisscross frame-work. Original upholstery which will make a statement in any...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Curved Banana Sofa in Two-Tone Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Örebro, SE
Cool banana shaped soffa, in Two-Tone Fabric, Denmark, 1940s. Condition: Wear consistent with age and use. The original fabric shows wear, this one is a great candidate for reuphols...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Unique Art Deco Sofa in 1920s
Located in Praha, CZ
Marvelous, high end design, authentic 1920s Art Deco sofa original from Czechoslovakia. Beautiful lines, amazing elegant style. Measures: Seat hig...
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Camelback Sofa with Tufted Back in Blue Corduroy and Velvet
Located in Munster, IN
Blue on blue on blue, this vintage sofa is looking for a new place to call home. Textured corduroy in a classic navy covers the deep seat, extravagant arms, and diamond tufted back. ...
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Early 20th Century Chippendale Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Single Flat Weave Antique textile Pillow
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful pillow made of handwoven flat-weave antique Indian Durie textile on both side ,with indigo pink and cream colors of geometric motifs fresh new insert. The textile was pro...
Category

1910s Indian Vintage Sofas

Materials

Cotton

Tor Wolfenstein, Curved Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green fabric and wood sofa designed by Tor Wolfenstein and produced by Ditzingers, Sweden, 1940s. 16.5” seat height
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Midcentury Sofa in Green Mohair with Art Deco Legs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful Danish three-seat sofa from the 1940s. Similar stance and proportions and seen in Mogens Lassen's iconic designs with his signature rounded armrests but the piece is unmark...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Beech

Vintage White Faux Fur Sofa with Black Wooden Frame, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, Art Deco style, 1940s. It features an ebonized beech frame. It is vintage, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it's been recently reupholstered and padd...
Category

1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Rare Italian Art Nouveau Antique Living Room Set or Salon Suite
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Rare complete Italian Art Nouveau 1900s living room set includes: 1 sofa 2 armchairs 2 chairs Refined living room set in carved beech wood. The wood has an elegant carved decoration...
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Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Sofas

Materials

Beech

Arts and Crafts Blue Stripe Sofa
Located in Faversham, GB
A wonderful and unique Arts and Crafts sofa in original blue stripe ticking upholstery. With a generous straight back, accompanied by gently scro...
Category

Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Sofas

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Oak

Birte Iversen 1940s Vintage Danish Boucle Sofa
Located in London, GB
This exceptional piece of Danish furniture was designed in the 1940s by designer Birte Iversen and produced by master cabinetmaker A.J. Iversen. This example has been reupholstered i...
Category

1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Mahogany

Danish Modern Settee, 1940
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful Danish modern settee from the 1940s, dark stained beech legs with a multicolored, floral themed upholstered and tufted body.
Category

1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Original Josef Hoffmann & J. & J. Kohn Bench Vienna Secession, 1901
Located in Vienna, AT
A very rare and early bench, obviously the role model for the famous Barrel chair #720 which was presented four years later, in 1905.
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Sofas

Materials

Bentwood, Plywood

Vintage White Faux Fur Sofa with Black Wooden Frame, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, Art Deco style, 1940s. It features an ebonized beech frame. It is vintage, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but it's been recently reupholstered and padd...
Category

1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

1940s Italian Newly Upholstered Two Seat Sofa
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage sofa made in Italy in the 1940's. Completely restored, newly upholstered in quality synthethic fabric with easy clean technology, soft to touch.
Category

1940s Italian Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

French Provincial Style Vintage Sofa
Located in Saint Louis, US
Vintage French Provincial sofa reupholstered in red and white striped silk. Combination feather and foam insert on the seats. Refinishe...
Category

1920s American French Provincial Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Bertil Söderberg, Sofa, Fabric, Beech, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A stained beech and green fabric two-seater sofa or settee, designed by Bertil Söderberg and produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s. 18” seat height
Category

1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Danish Designer, Organic Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic wood and red fabric sofa, designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s. 15" seat height
Category

1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1960s 2-seater Sofa in Sheep Skin Fabric, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- Quality synthetic fabric imitating sheepskin - Newly upholstered - Wooden parts have been carefully refurbished - height of seat 38 cm
Category

1920s Danish Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mahogany and velvet two seats sofa, 1940s.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Two seats mahogany, cotton velvet covered sofa in the style of Jean-Michel Frank. France, 1940s.
Category

1940s French Vintage Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Tan Leather Two Seater
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Category

Early 20th Century French Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Club Chairs with Patina Leather Art Deco Vintage 1940
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Pair of beautiful club chairs in patinated leather from the art deco period 1940. Known to be large and very comfortable, these are iconic chairs. Slight differences in leather are v...
Category

1940s European Art Deco Vintage Sofas

Materials

Leather

1940s Danish Vintage Banana Cocktail Sofa
Located in London, GB
An outstanding vintage Danish curved cocktail sofa, dating from the 1940s. This is of exceptional quality with an absolutely beautiful design. Th...
Category

1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Birch

Agner Christoffersen, sofa in rosa velvet, Denmark 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
An early Danish modernist sofa with an organic form similar to works by important architects such as Viggo Boesen, Philip Arctander, Peder Moos and Flemming and Mogens Lassen. Presum...
Category

1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Mohair, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic wood and grey mohair sofa, designed by Tor Wolfenstein and produced by Ditzingers, Sweden, c. 1940s. 18" seat height
Category

1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Large Country House 3 Seater Sofa
Located in Batley, GB
A large country house 3 seater sofa raised on a beautifully carved mahogany base. The fabric is worn so the sofa does need upholstery. Measures: 224cm wide 78cm deep 96cm high ...
Category

Early 20th Century British Victorian Sofas

Materials

Wood

Exceptional English Georgian Country House Leather Wing Back 2 Seater Sofa
Located in Lewes, GB
A Great quality midcentury leather Georgian Style sofa, lovely neat size, it stands beautifully on solid reeded mahogany legs. In excellent cond...
Category

Early 20th Century Sofas

Materials

Leather

Carl Malmsten, Sofa, Velvet, Birch, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A purple velvet and birch sofa, designed and produced by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Category

1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Birch

Fully Restored Whisky Brown Leather Lutyen's Viceroy Sofa, circa 1900
By Lutyen’s Viceroy, Thomas Chippendale
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare fully restored Whisky brown leather Lutyen’s Viceroy style two seat brown leather sofa with Thomas Chippendale style floating button...
Category

Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Sofas

Materials

Leather

Frits Henningsen Leather Sofa, Mahogany, Denmark 
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frits Henningsen Leather Sofa, Mahogany, Denmark 
Category

Early 20th Century Danish Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

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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