Vinyl Sofas
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Faux Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Faux Leather, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Walnut
Vintage 1940s Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Plastic, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
PVC
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Faux Leather, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Walnut, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Sofas
Faux Leather
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Sofas
Faux Leather
Late 20th Century Unknown Other Sofas
Faux Leather, Foam, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s Ukrainian Post-Modern Sofas
Other
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Walnut, Faux Leather
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Late 20th Century Italian Sofas
Leather, Faux Leather
Vintage 1960s Italian Sofas
Foam, PVC
Mid-20th Century French Gothic Sofas
Brass, Iron
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Other
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Teak
Vintage 1960s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Foam, Upholstery
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sofas
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Beech
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Carrara Marble
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass, Steel
Mid-20th Century Mission Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Teak
Vintage 1980s American Space Age Sofas
Fabric, Faux Leather
Vintage 1960s European Sofas
Other, Metal, Aluminum
Vintage 1950s British Louis XV Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Sofas
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Birch, Upholstery
Vintage 1930s Sofas
Rattan
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Loveseats
Faux Leather
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Faux Leather
2010s Mexican Modern Daybeds
Cherry, Oak, Walnut, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Synthetic
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Bronze
2010s European Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Fabric, Foam, Ash
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Faux Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Faux Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century American Settees
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Faux Leather, Oak
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century Great Britain (UK) Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
20th Century Sofas
PVC
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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 vinyl couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A vinyl couch is a couch made from a chemical called polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which gives it a matte finish. Vinyl couches are smooth to the touch and tend to resemble leather but have less luster than a leather sofa. These couches are quite durable, lasting for many years without cracking like leather. Shop vinyl couches on 1stDibs.
- What is vinyl leather?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vinyl leather is a material commonly used to produce upholstery on furniture and various types of furniture. It refers to man-made polyvinyl chloride or PVC that has a sheen and texture similar to that of natural cowhide leather. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique and vintage furniture.
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