Camel Back Sofas
Antique 1890s British Victorian Sofas
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century American Sofas
Upholstery
20th Century Sofas
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Sofas
Beech, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Chippendale Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Antique 1770s English Hepplewhite Sofas
Mahogany, Upholstery
Late 20th Century Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
Early 20th Century English George II Sofas
Walnut, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s British Chinese Chippendale Sofas
Mahogany
2010s American Modern Sofas
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century British Regency Sofas
Leather
20th Century American Federal Sofas
Mahogany
20th Century British Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1970s Swedish Brutalist Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1970s Swedish Brutalist Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Aluminum, Steel, Cut Steel, Metal
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Armchairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Walnut
Late 20th Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
2010s Danish Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
Antique 19th Century Queen Anne Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Country Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood, Down
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofas
Textile, Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Sofas
Steel
20th Century English Chippendale Sofas
Brass
Antique 19th Century Italian Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Pewter, Steel, Aluminum
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century French Régence Sofas
Brass
20th Century Victorian Loveseats
Metal, Brass
20th Century British Chippendale Settees
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Settees
Fabric, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Canapes
Fabric, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather, Oak
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Settees
Velvet
2010s Italian Swivel Chairs
Fur, Lambskin, Wood
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Moroccan and North African Rugs
Wool, Cotton
20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Moroccan and North African Rugs
Wool
20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
Wool
20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Moroccan and North African Rugs
Wool
20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Moroccan and North African Rugs
Wool
20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs
Wool
20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs
Wool
Vintage 1920s English Chippendale Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany, Wood
Antique 1890s English Chinese Chippendale Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Walnut, Fabric
Early 20th Century Chippendale Sofas
Mahogany, Down, Fabric
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sofas
21st Century and Contemporary North American Sofas
Chenille, Wood
Vintage 1960s English Chippendale Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Sofas
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
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Finding the Right sofas for You
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique 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. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. 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.
- What is a split back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A split back sofa is a sofa which features a back that is made up of two separate panels. These panels can be reclined and adjusted separately from one another, allowing for customizable comfort. On 1stDibs, find a range of split back sofas.
- What is a Bow back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bow back sofa is a sofa which has a back that bows upward, forming a graceful curve that peaks at the center of the bench and tapers down to the arms. Chairs can also have a bow back design. Browse a collection of bow back furniture from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a curved back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Curved back sofas are also known as conversation sofas or crescent sofas. Curved sofas are highly coveted as comfortable seating as well as for being a unique seating option. Shop a wide selection of curved back sofas on 1stDibs.
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