Sofas
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Sheepskin, Mohair, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Wool, Teak
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Sheepskin, Fabric, Mohair, Bouclé, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Sheepskin, Fabric, Mohair, Bouclé, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Sheepskin, Fabric, Mohair, Bouclé, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
1980s Swiss Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
1970s British Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Ash
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Pine
1990s German Post-Modern Sofas
Leather
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Sheepskin
1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Wool, Beech
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Oak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Teak
1990s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
Late 20th Century Czech Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Beech
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Mahogany
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Plywood, Feathers
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Wood, Plywood
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Wood, Plywood
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Wood, Plywood
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Wood, Plywood
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Wood, Plywood
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Mahogany
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Wood, Plywood
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Wood, Plywood
1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Canvas, Beech
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Wood, Plywood
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Wool, Oak
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Sheepskin, Beech
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Oak
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Suede, Rosewood
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Beech
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Teak
1980s German Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Pine
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Plastic
1990s European Post-Modern Sofas
Fur
20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Sheepskin, Oak
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Wood
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Bouclé, Oak
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Birch
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Teak
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Other
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Sheepskin, Pine
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Teak
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.