Sofas
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
2010s Chinese Modern Sofas
Fabric
2010s American Modern Sofas
Faux Fur
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Other
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery
Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Sofas
Pine
2010s French Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Wood
20th Century North American Modern Sofas
Fabric
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Steel
2010s American Modern Sofas
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Oak
2010s American Modern Sofas
Ultrasuede
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
1970s German Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Upholstery, Plastic, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Oak
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Ash
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Oak
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Oak
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Ash, Leather
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Ash
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Ash
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Ash
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Walnut
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Oak
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Steel
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Ash
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Oak
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Walnut
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Ash, Leather
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Ash
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Oak
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Oak
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Mohair, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Bouclé, Oak
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Lacquer, Velvet, Mohair, Leather, Wood, Bouclé, Fabric
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Steel
2010s American Modern Sofas
2010s American Modern Sofas
Wood, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Wood, Oak, Velvet
1940s American Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric
2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Textile, Ash
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Cotton, Foam
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Chenille, Wool, Oak, Faux Fur
2010s Turkish Modern Sofas
Wood, Velvet, Foam
2010s Modern Sofas
Velvet, Oak, Walnut
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.