Sofas
Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Sofas
Cotton, Linen, Walnut, Down
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Wood
1880s French Louis XVI Antique Sofas
Silk, Walnut
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofas
Linen, Wood, Paint
1960s American Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Fiberglass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery, Fruitwood
19th Century Danish Empire Antique Sofas
Fabric, Oak, Mahogany
Mid-19th Century American Empire Antique Sofas
Velvet, Mahogany
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofas
Pine
1960s Italian Baroque Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Beech
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Bouclé, Cotton, Foam, Walnut
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Metal
1890s British Chesterfield Antique Sofas
Leather
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
1870s British Chesterfield Antique Sofas
Leather
1870s British Chesterfield Antique Sofas
Leather
1830s British Chesterfield Antique Sofas
Leather
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Metal
1960s British Chesterfield Vintage Sofas
Leather
Mid-19th Century British Chesterfield Antique Sofas
Leather
19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Mohair, Beech
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Teak
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Late 19th Century Hungarian Baroque Antique Sofas
Velvet, Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Linen, Hardwood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Wood, Fabric
1960s Italian Vintage Sofas
Wicker
1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Stainless Steel
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Cane, Rattan
Early 19th Century American Empire Antique Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut, Burl
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Lacquer
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Birch
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Oak
1820s English Regency Antique Sofas
Linen, Mahogany
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Sofas
Pine, Paint
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Marble
1890s English Late Victorian Antique Sofas
Leather
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Plywood
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Plywood
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Wood
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Teak
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Teak
1960s Italian Minimalist Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Oak
Late 19th Century Renaissance Revival Antique Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut, Burl
1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Foam, Teak
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
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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