Sofas
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Lacquer
2010s Italian Sofas
Leather
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Oak
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Guatemalan Sofas
Fiberglass
2010s Italian Sofas
Textile
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Wool, Mahogany
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Wool, Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Rosewood
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Chenille
1950s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Sofas
Wood
2010s Austrian Sofas
Leather, Textile
Mid-20th Century Sofas
Leather
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Teak
1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery, Lucite
2010s Austrian Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Bouclé
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Mahogany
1960s Italian Vintage Sofas
Wrought Iron
1930s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Bouclé, Wood
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Iron
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Teak
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mahogany
1930s Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Upholstery
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Metal
1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Linen, Teak
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Plywood, Feathers
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Foam, Plywood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Oak
Mid-20th Century French Organic Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Bamboo
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery
2010s Austrian Sofas
Leather, Textile
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Ash
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Wood, Plywood
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Mahogany
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Wood, Plywood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Walnut
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Brass
1950s Brazilian Vintage Sofas
Wood
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Wood, Plywood
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Wood, Plywood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Wood, Plywood
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Mahogany
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Metal
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Wood, Plywood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Pine
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.
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