Sofas
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Bouclé
1970s Brazilian Modern Vintage Sofas
Suede, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Bouclé
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Aluminum
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s European Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s European Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
2010s European Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery
2010s Modern Sofas
Bronze
2010s Turkish Modern Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Sofas
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric
2010s Modern Sofas
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Fabric
2010s American Modern Sofas
Mahogany
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Faux Leather
2010s American Modern Sofas
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Sofas
Leather
1950s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Faux Leather
2010s Modern Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Sofas
Leather
1970s American Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Plastic, Foam
2010s Dutch Modern Sofas
Leather, Foam, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Sofas
Leather, Wood
1970s European Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Fiberglass
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Faux Leather
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Faux Leather
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery
2010s Romanian Neoclassical Sofas
Velvet, Wood, Feathers
2010s Brazilian Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Steel
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Wool, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Brass
1970s French Modern Vintage Sofas
Bouclé, Elm
2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
2010s Romanian Neoclassical Sofas
Velvet, Beech, Feathers
Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1970s Swedish Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Chrome
2010s European Modern Sofas
Metal
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Plastic, Polyester, Rubber
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.