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Sofas For Sale
18th C Style Italian Walnut Down Sofa Settee by Randy Esada Designs
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
18th C Style Italian Walnut Down Sofa Settee by Randy Esada Designs
Category
2010s American Spanish Colonial Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Midcentury Sofa Designed by Miroslav Navrátil, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia
- Made of wood, fabric
- New upholstery
- Measures: Adjustable depth 87 cm
- Good condition.
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Roche Bobois Scenario Leather Living Room Set by Sacha Lakic, Set of Four
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the luxurious Scenario Leather Sofa by Roche Bobois. This sophisticated piece features a sleek and modern design, crafted with the finest quality leather for a touch of e...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Italian Modern Soriana Sofa Designed By Afra & Tobia Scarpa For Cassina, 1960s
Located in Weehawken, NJ
This iconic sofa features original brown corduroy upholstery in excellent vintage condition. Comfortably sits 4 people. Designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, circa 1960's
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
"Perlage" Organic Sofa in Bouclé Aluminum and Hand Braided Nautical Rope
Located in Centro, RS
Perlage, French word: Pearl.
The organic Perlage sofa has a backrest completely hand braided in nautical rope, revealing new details and textures from every angle. Captivating in it...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Early 20th Century French Three Seater Sofa, Louis XV Style With Painted Frame
Located in London, GB
This a very well-made French three-seater sofa with 3 seat cushions, circa 1900, newly upholstered with a suede-like linen colour fabric, very resistant and easy to clean. The frame...
Category
Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Franklin Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Franklin sofa is a variation on our Classic Montebello sofa style. It features two down-wrapped seat and back cushions and two bolster pillows.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is ...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
$9,775 / item
19th Century Russian Neoclassical Flame Mahogany Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th Century Russian Neoclassical flame mahogany sofa
Russia, 19th Century
A fine example of 19th Century Russian Neoclassical furniture...
Category
Mid-19th Century Russian Neoclassical Antique Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
$11,250 Sale Price
25% Off
Two Serpentine Sofas, Reupholstered in Dusty Rose Pink Velvet, 1970s
Located in Dallas, TX
For your consideration are two serpentine cloud sofas . 1950s-era Serpentine sofa, perhaps the best known of all his creations inspired an entire genre of entertaining: Sexy with its curvaceous S-shape, armless contour begs to float in a room, grabbing the center of attention. These bold, organic inspired one left-arm and one right-arm chaise lounges highlight the gorgeous flowing lines more sculptural making it functional art. Each featuring a flowing freeform distinguished by its sweeping arm that swirls around the entire silhouette, the stylish asymmetrical look lends an even more eye-catching appeal with a refreshingly modern aftertaste. There is a refined elegance of proportion to these pieces. Super comfortable sink back, relax and let your mind drift away. Professionally re-upholstered in a dusty rose pink velvet...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood, Velvet
Metropol Sofa by Cesare Arosio
By Laura Meroni
Located in Milan, IT
The stylish Metropol 3-seater sofa in nubuck leather features the distinctive element of wrapping the seats with the back and side shell in brushed matt lacquered wood, providing a h...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
$36,785 / item
Ferdinand 350 Sofa by Munna
Located in Geneve, CH
Ferdinand 350 Sofa by Munna
Dimensions: D 185 x W 350 x H 80 cm. SH: 41 cm.
Materials: Wood, foam, brass, and upholstery.
Finish: Cotton Velvet and brushed brass.
Available in all M...
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
$19,351 / item
Art Deco 3-Seat Sofa Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia
- Made of wood, fabric
- Original upholstery
- Measures: Extending depth 105 cm
- Good, original condition.
Category
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Charlotte Perriand Refolo Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Charlotte Perriand Refolo Sofa For Cassina
Envisioned in Tokyo in 1953 by Charlotte Perriand and still remarkably relevant today, this modular system can be used as a low coffee tab...
Category
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$39,520 / item
Mp-97 Sofa Midcentury Brazilian Design by Percival Lafer, Cedar Wood, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Original condition.
Category
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
$12,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Chesterfield Sofa Floral Print Velvet Fabric
Located in Paddington, NSW
This striking sofa is a bold reinterpretation of a classic Chesterfield silhouette, distinguished by its deeply tufted back, low rolled arms, and generous proportions. Upholstered in...
Category
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Boho Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Angled Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stunning vintage Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin sofa embodies timeless sophistication with its sculptural curved form and sleek modern design. Upholstered in a classic neutral ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid-century Modern Nancy Sofa Cotton Velvet by Ottiu
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Nancy Wilson was an American singer whose career spanned over five decades. Although she did not consider herself a jazz vocalist, many others did, includ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas
Materials
Textile
$8,176 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Fantastic Milo Baughman Style Rosewood Case Sofa with Chrome Base Mid-Century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic Milo Baughman Rosewood style case sofa with chrome base. This sofa is spectacular, to say the least! Just look at the amazing deep rich rosewood color and graining. It retains its original nubby woven crimson fabric which looks like it could clean up but as with all older fabric we do recommend reupholstery. We do believe this is an original piece by Milo Baughman but the solid chrome frame looks like a Florence Knoll base...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Bielecky Style Wicker Conversion Sofa - 2 Chairs & Ottoman W/ Chinoiserie Toile
Located in Kennesaw, GA
I like this piece! It is a three piece wicker sofa that can also convert into two chairs and an ottoman. The back of the middle section pulls out easily. The vintage upholstery is a ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wicker
Super-plush Organic Modern Sofa in Maharam Hearth
Located in Nyack, NY
This sofa's deep, ultra-plush cushions invite you to sink in, while the soft, organic curves and gently arched back add an elegant touch to any space. Crafted with the highest qualit...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
$8,520 / item
Very rare Piumino leather sofa by De Pas D’urbino and Lomazzi for Dall’Oca Italy
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Piumino sofa De Pas D’urbino and Lomazzi Dall’Oca Italy 1970 two seater in greige leather.
Very rare draped leather two seater. Signed.
This exceptionally rare Piumino two seater ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
ORIGINAL UNRESTORED GREEN LEATHER MAPLE & CO STAMPED ViCTORIAN BOLSTER ARM SOFA
By Maple & Co.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original circa 1880-1900 Maple &Co stamped Victorian Bulster arm Regency Green leather sofa
...
Category
1880s English High Victorian Antique Sofas
Materials
Leather
Custom Curved Channel Back Leather Sofa by Carrocel
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Custom curved channel back sofa by Carrocel. Displayed with a textured light wood platform and luxurious Italian leather material. Featuring unique channel back design with removable...
Category
2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
José Zanine Caldas, Monumental 'Denuncia' Sofa, Brazil, 1970s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Zanine Caldas
Sofa from the 'Denuncia' Series
Pequi Wood
Brazil, 1970s
A certificate from the Zanine Caldas Institute can be issued upon request.
Category
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Hardwood
Arden sofa with velvet fabric and opening in arms with inside wood panels
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautifully crafted Arden sofa shown in velvet fabric with back cushions. Upholstered arms with inside wood panel made in and finished in dark walnut. Down & feather envelop seat cus...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
19th Century William IV style White Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century White William IV style Chesterfield Sofa with new upholstery on casters
Category
19th Century English William IV Antique Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Amanta Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This Mario Bellini Amanta sofa for C&B Italia captures the essence of 1970s Italian design. The modular structure allows endless combinations, while the deep seats and soft curve...
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
$4,500 Sale Price
20% Off
Massai Sofa by RALPH M
Located in Geneve, CH
Massai Sofa by RALPH M
Dimensions: W 200 x D 103 x H 85 cm.
Materials: Solid beech, Particle board panels, Fabric.
Details:
Frame: Solid beech and particle board panels.
Seat spri...
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
$5,110 / item
Nube Italia Tender Sofa in Orange Upholstery by Carlo Colombo
Located in New York, NY
Metal frame with braided elastic belts and internal multi-layered wood backrest. Seat cushions in feather and shape retaining polyurethane foam, covered in Nortek cotton. Backrest cu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Three-Seat Sofa. Wool Bouclé Fabric. Circa 1940.
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Paris, FR
Rare and elegant three-seat sofa model 1669 manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark, in the 1940s.
Original piece from the 1940s newly re-upholstered in the traditional way by the b...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Faux Fur
Antique Victorian Eastlake Style 3 Piece Carved Walnut Parlor Set Reupholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique 19th Century Victorian Eastlake Style 3 Piece Ornate Carved Walnut Parlor Set Newly Reupholstered in a Purple Velvet
The set comes with a settee and two side chairs. The cha...
Category
19th Century American Victorian Antique Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Vico Magistretti Maralunga Two - Seater Sofa For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Vico Magistretti Maralunga Two - Seater Sofa For Cassina
The encapsulation of design brilliance, business insight and made-in-Italy artisan craftsmanship, this sofa is an international bestseller steeped in timeless beauty and functionality.
Its enveloping contours accentuate the comfort of this design sofa, ensured by the chain mechanism (incorporated into the foam cushion) that controls adjustment of the backrest position.
The unpretentious innovation of the adjustable headrest and the reassuring appearance and simplicity of the soft padding sum up the singularity of this design by Vico Magistretti.
REMOVABLE UPHOLSTERY
Maralunga 40...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
$27,594 / item
Luxury Outdoor Sofa with Leather and Stainless Steel Construction
By Myface
Located in Santo Tirso, PT
Hound outdoor sofa
The Hound sofa is a perfect combination of classic elegance and modern durability, designed to elevate any outdoor setting. Designed with high-quality materials, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Hole Sofa
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Discover the timeless elegance of the Hole Sofa - a masterpiece that harmonizes fluid design with sculptural precision. Its undulating curves and organic silhouette evoke the essence...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin
$49,502
Raphael Raffel “Croissant” Sofa, 1970s
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Raphael Raffel “Croissant” sofa, black leather, France 1970s.
This exceptional "Croissant" lounge sofa, designed by the avant-gardist Ra...
Category
1970s French Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Thomas Pheasant Collection By Baker Contemporary White Upholstered Paris Sofa
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
From the Thomas Pheasant Collection for Baker, this contemporary Paris sofa presents a refined blend of clean lines and tailored comfort. Upholstered in crisp white fabric, the desig...
Category
20th Century American Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen
Dick Cordemeijer Mid-Century Modern Metal and Wood Daybed Cleopatra, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Daybed Cleopatra designed by Dick Cordemeijer.
Manufactured by Auping (Netherlands), circa 1950.
In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a be...
Category
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
Original Midcentury Dreisitzer Sofa Couch Arne Norell Mexico Leder
By Arne Norell
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes Dreisitzer Sofa von Arne Norell aus den 1960er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Das Sofa wurde professionell gereinigt und aufgearbeitet. In unseren anderen Anzeig...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
1940s Frits Henningsen Mahogany Three-Seat Sofa, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- Sturdy and stable
- Upholstery in good original condition with minor signs of use
- Measures: High of seat 43cm.
Category
1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage Milo Baughman style Tufted Tuxedo Sofa Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Milo Baughman Tufted Tuxedo Sofa. This sofa retains its original distressed chocolate crushed velvet upholstery in presentable condition. The fabric is actually quite cha...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Milo Baughman Style Selig Imperial Mid Century Sofa
By Selig, Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman Style Selig Imperial Mid Century Sofa
This sofa measures: 93 wide x 33 deep x 27 inches high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height of 22...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Guillerme et Chambron Sofa in Oak, Edition Votre Maison
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron sofa in oak, Edition Votre Maison,
circa 1970.
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
Classic Modernist Beech and Leather "tub" attributed to Søda Galvano / Norway
By Soda Galvano
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Modernist Beech and Leather "tub" attributed to Søda Galvano / beautiful cognac brown leather upholstery. Made in Norway.. minor fading & discoloration to leather,(adds to th...
Category
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
Elegant Louis XVI Bench, Late 18th Century
Located in Kastrup, DK
A beautifully crafted Louis XVI bench in beechwood, dating from the late 1700s, preserved with its original light-painted surface, showcasing a lovely and natural age-related patina....
Category
Late 18th Century Danish Louis XVI Antique Sofas
Materials
Pine, Beech
PILLOW SOFA BY Muller Van Severen, Corduroy, Sky Blue, Central Module
Located in Barcelona, ES
The Pillow Sofa is designed by Muller Van Severen and presented by BD. This sofa has been improved into a new playful and modular system. The independent pillows are crisp and richly...
Category
2010s Spanish Sofas
Materials
Polyester
Florence Knoll 2-Seater Sofa, Classic Mid Century Modern, Knoll
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage Florence Knoll 2 seater 'lounge series' sofa with original 2nd generation upholstery in a coarse woven off-white mottled wool fabric.
This sofa d...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Antique Eastlake Victorian Carved Walnut Floral Upholstered Parlor Sofa Loveseat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Eastlake Victorian Carved Walnut Floral Upholstered Parlor Sofa Loveseat. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 40" H x 67" W x 30" D 17.5" Seat h...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Mario Bellini Quartet sofa Cassina Italy 1964
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Extremely rare 932 'Quartet' sofa designed by architect Mario Bellini and manufactured by Cassina in Italy in 1964. Very early model made up of five separate pieces. It's quite challenging to come across one in this large and impressive size. What makes it even more special is its gorgeous cognac colour. This sofa's modular design means you can arrange its elements in various ways to suit different settings. It's still in good original condition, considering its age, with some expected wear and tear that adds character and enhances its beautiful appearance and patina. There are no holes or tears in it.
In the 1960s Mario Bellini reinterpreted the concept of classic furniture stuffing with the 932 model, transforming the padding of the traditional armchair into an item of furniture: four independent cushions connected by a belt passed around the outside. Bellini took as his starting point Le Corbusier’s Grand...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
1980s Cassina LC2 Three Seat Sofa in Black by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, Perriand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an LC-2 Three-Seat Sofa, initially designed in 1928 by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, and Charlotte Perriand. This example dates to the 1980s and was manufactured in Italy b...
Category
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Steel
1990s Salotti Post Modern Top Grain Two Toned Beige Leather Sofa
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1990s with this exquisite two toned beige leather sofa. The ultra rare three seaters sofa exudes an air of luxury and refinemen...
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Contemporary Modern Cassette Sofa in Fabric & Wood by Collector Studio
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Cassete sofa was designed by Alter Ego for Collector Studio.
DIMENSIONS
W 235 cm 92,5”
D 95 cm 37,4”
H 77cm 30.3”
PRODUCT FEATURES
Structure in Smoked Oak wood. Upholstered in f...
Category
2010s Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
De Sede DS-705 Sofa by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Infinite seating comfort
Design and comfort go arm in arm in a very appealing way in the DS-705 by Philippe Malouin. The way the armrests are casually folded inwards creates a ve...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$14,280 / item
Osvaldo Borsani Corner Sofa Upholstered in Blue Velvet
Located in Milano, IT
Osvaldo Borsani (1911-1985)
Corner sofa upholstered in velvet with elegant patellation on the back.
ABV Arredamenti Borsani Varedo manufacture 1950s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Contemporary Curved Sofa 'Unio' by Poiat, Tiger Mountain - Dedar
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Unio Curved sofa by Poiat
Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Collection UNIO 2023
Dimensions: H. 72 x W. 220 D. 110 cm SH. 40 (3 seaters)
Model shown: Tiger Mount...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Plywood, Velvet
Contemporary 'Fave Sofa' by Norr11, Chrome Frame, Mumble col.026
Located in Paris, IDF
Fave Sofa
Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11.
Model shown on the main picture:
Frame: Chrome Steel
Fabric: Mumble col.026
Dimension :
W 132 cm D 92 cm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Valeria Borsani & Alfredo Bonetti "D120" Modular Sofa for Tecno, 1966, Set of 6
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Valeria Borsani & Alfredo Bonetti "D120" modular sofa for Tecno, black leather, 1966, Italy, set of six.
Valeria Borsani and Alfredo Bonetti, members of the internal creative team i...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Hollywood Regency Knole Sofa
By Knole
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Hollywood Regency Knole couch for sale. This was is from the 1950's, and was previously reupholstered in silk with a beautiful pattern. It's ...
Category
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Feathers
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Custom Three-Seat Sofa in Terracotta and Indigo Art Deco Revival Pattern
Located in Elkton, MD
Exceptional custom sofa, commissioned and crafted in NYC. The construction is substantial and exacting, with a hardwood frame and masterful upholstery work throughout. Upholstered in...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Original Togo & poof (2007) in red leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
This 2007 Togo sofa boasts a stunning red leather upholstery that would be a stunning addition to any interior design. The high-quality craftsmanship and classic style of this vintag...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Model AP18 3-Seat Sofa by Hans J. Wegner for A. P. Stolen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 3 seat sofa with sprung seat cushions designed 1950 by Hans Wegner model AP 18s produced by AP Stolen.
This elegant and classic Danish design 3 seat sofa offers excellent se...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Shop Unique Sofas on 1stDibs: Find Mario Bellini Sofas, Togo Sofas, Vladimir Kagan Sofas and Other Seating for Sale
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique 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. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. 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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