Sofas
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Oak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Birch
1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Oak
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Beech
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Foam
1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood
Early 2000s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Suede, Leather
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Bronze
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Iron
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Foam
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
Early 2000s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Foam
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery, Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Bouclé
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Textile, Oak
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Early 2000s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Foam
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel, Chrome
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Rattan
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Metal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Aluminum
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Velvet
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Walnut
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Mohair, Beech
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Elm
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Wool, Oak
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Mohair
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.