Sofas
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Bouclé
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Wood
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Wool, Teak
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Sofas
Fabric, Rattan
Late 20th Century French Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Bouclé, Beech
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Hardwood
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
1980s Dutch Vintage Sofas
Fabric
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Metal
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Wood
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Textile, Foam
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wrought Iron
1950s American Vintage Sofas
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Birch
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Wood
1920s English Vintage Sofas
Leather, Walnut
20th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Fabric, Beech
1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Sofas
Chrome
1980s Italian Vintage Sofas
Leather
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wool, Wood, Teak
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Steel
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
Late 20th Century American Sofas
Leather
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Beech
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Oak
1990s American Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric
1970s Danish Chesterfield Vintage Sofas
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Aluminum
1930s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Mahogany
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Bouclé
1960s German Vintage Sofas
Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Alpaca, Wood
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery
Late 20th Century Modern Sofas
Leather
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Iron
1960s German Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
1990s Swedish Sofas
Pine, Fabric
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Mid-20th Century Sofas
Chrome
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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