Sofas
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Walnut, Spruce
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Brass
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Suede, Satin, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Brass
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Sofas
Brass
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Suede, Satin, Rosewood
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Wood
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Leather
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Satin, Rosewood
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Birch
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Cane, Walnut, Upholstery
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Bentwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Nickel, Stainless Steel
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Satin, Rosewood, Suede
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Down
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Bouclé, Jacquard, Oak, Walnut, Velvet
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Rosewood, Leather, Satin
Early 20th Century English George III Sofas
Mahogany
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Brass
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Beech
2010s European Art Deco Sofas
Suede, Polyester, Sycamore
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Sofas
Brass
20th Century American Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Rattan, Reed
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Chrome
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Leather, Wood
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Sofas
Brass
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Sofas
Leather
2010s German Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Walnut, Fabric
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Steel, Chrome
Early 20th Century English Georgian Sofas
Walnut
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Rosewood, Upholstery
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Gold Leaf
2010s Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Deco Sofas
Velvet, Hardwood
20th Century Italian Art Deco Sofas
Leather
20th Century British Art Deco Sofas
Leather
Mid-18th Century English George III Antique Sofas
Mahogany
1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany
2010s American Art Deco Sofas
Walnut, Fabric
1930s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Leather
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Wicker, Rattan
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
2010s American Art Deco Sofas
Fabric
2010s Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Brass
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.