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2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery
1950s American Modern Vintage Sofas
Steel
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
2010s German Modern Sofas
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
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Wool, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Art Deco Sofas
Brass
2010s American Modern Sofas
Sheet Metal
2010s Dutch Modern Sofas
Leather, Foam, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Brass
1940s British Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
2010s Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Brass
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Bouclé
Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1970s Brazilian Modern Vintage Sofas
Suede, Rosewood
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Wool, Cotton, Wood
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Aluminum
2010s European Modern Sofas
Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Chrome
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Plastic, Polyester, Rubber
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Chrome
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Polyester, Wood
1970s Swedish Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood, Bouclé, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Birch
Early 2000s American Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
20th Century French Modern Sofas
Upholstery
1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Wool, Mahogany
2010s American Modern Sofas
Linen, Wood, Walnut
1970s Swiss Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas
Chenille, Wood
Late 20th Century French Modern Sofas
Ultrasuede
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
2010s American Modern Sofas
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet, Hardwood, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century American Modern Sofas
Damask, Silk, Upholstery, Wood, Trimming, Feathers
2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery
1970s Dutch Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood, Bouclé, Fabric
2010s German Modern Sofas
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Plywood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Ultrasuede
20th Century Italian Art Deco Sofas
Leather
1970s Dutch Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Foam
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.