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Custom Upholstered French 1940s Sofa
By Edition Modern
Located in New York, NY
Sofa purchased from Edition Modern, French 1940s Style. Recently Custom Upholstered in new Holly
Category

2010s American Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

1940s Sofa Set by Theo Ruth for Artifort
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
permanent designer at Artifort furniture. 1940s - Netherlands The chairs are beautiful made with
Category

Vintage 1940s Dutch Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

Danish Midcentury 1940s Sofa or Settee with Open Armrests by Alfred Christensen
By Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic 1940s Alfred Christensen designed sofa in his characteristic style of open armrests
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

Swedish Grace Sofa Love Seat in Cream Boucle, Mid Century Design 1940 s
Located in London, GB
This elegant 1940’s sofa is a beautiful example of Swedish Grace design, blending simplicity with
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Birch

Fritz Hansen 1940s Sofa or Settee with Open Armrests by Soren Hansen
By Frits Hansen/Soren Hansen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic 1940s Fritz Hansen sofa designed by Soren Hansen in the company's characteristic style of
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Wool, Beech

Japanese Antique Low Table 1900s-1940s / Sofa Table Display Table Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old Japanese low table dating from the early Showa period (1900s–1940s), discovered in
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Side Tables

Materials

Cedar

Classic Mid Century Modern Scandinavian Sofa
Located in Dronten, NL
Classic compact Danish 1940s sofa in original dark grey/brown upholstery. One-off piece made in the
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Swedish Modern Sofa with Stained Oak Frame and in White Upholstery, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
1940s sofa, which captures the essence of Swedish modernism with its graceful, curving form and
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak, Fabric

European Cabinetmaker Two-Seater Sofa in Red Mohair, Europe 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
modern pieces that still retain the escapist glamour of the interwar period, such as this 1940’s sofa
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Vintage 1940s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Two-Seater Sofa by Otto Schulz Attr. for Boet, Sweden, 1940s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Utrecht, NL
history. The design of this 1940s sofa combines function and aesthetics, keeping the form in service of
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1940’s Danish Curved Sofa
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1940’s curved Danish sofa. Original upholstery. Birch legs.
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Birch

1940’s Curved Danish Sofa
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1940’s curved Danish sofa. Original velvet upholstery. Birch legs.
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Birch

1940’s Curved Danish Sofa
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1940’s Curved Danish Sofa. Classic elegant form with colorful velvet upholstery. Birch legs.
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

1940’s Curved Danish Sofa
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1940’s Danish Curved Sofa. Red velvet upholstery. Beech wood legs. Delivery to NYC area available
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

American 1940 s Tufted Curved Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful super stylish curved sofa. Made in the US probably in the 1940's maybe early 1950's
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Wood

Garden Sofa in Cast Iron and Wood, 1940 s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Garden Sofa in Cast Iron and Wood, 1940's Additional Information: Material: Cast iron and wood
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Swedish Modern Sofa by Carl Malmsten 1940 s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Örebro, SE
Rare Swedish modern sofa with lovely shape, by Carl Malmsten ca -1940's. Good vintage condition
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Sofa in Teak and Reupholstered in Kvadrat Fabric, 1940 s
By Vilhelm Lauritzen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Teak and Reupholstered in Kvadrat™ Fabric Attributed to Vilhelm Lauritzen, 1940's
Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak, Fabric

Art Deco Brown Leather Sofa, Newly Upholstered, USA, 1940 s.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking Art Deco sofa from the 1940's, crafted in the USA and newly upholstered in a warm light
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Leather

Danish Midcentury Organic Shaped Channel Back Sofa ca 1940 s
By Mogens Lassen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful Danish three-seat sofa from the 1940s. Similar stance and proportions and seen in Mogens
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech, Wool

Danish 1940 s Fritz Hansen Leather Sofa with New Sheepskin Seat
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare Danish club sofa produced in Denmark likely, circa late 1930s to early 1940's by Fritz Hansen
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin, Beech

Sofa Three-Seat by Jules Leleu, France 1940 s - New Upholstery
By Jules Leleu
Located in Brussels, BE
Sofa three-seat by Jules Leleu, France 1940s, new upholstery.
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rare Heywood Wakefield 1940 s Early Mid Century Stick Wicker Rattan Sofa
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in West Hartford, CT
Expertly crafted in the 1940's, this generously scaled three-seat sofa showcases the classic stick
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Rattan, Wood

Danish Loveseat or Small Sofa with Open Elmwood Armrests, 1940 s
By Fritz Hansen, Alfred Christensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very unique pair of Danish 1940s lounge chair with nicely carved armrest in blond
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Elm

1940 s ENGLISH HAND DYED RESTORED WHISKY BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CLUB SOFA
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
original 1940’s Whisky brown leather Chesterfield club sofa in newly restored condition with feather filled
Category

Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Leather

Sofa in Beech and Reupholstered in Kvadrat Fabric by Erik Bertil Karlén, 1940 s
By Eric Karlén
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
, 1940's Additional Information: Material: Beech and newly reupholstered in Kvadrat fabric with leather
Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Beech, Leather, Fabric

Osvaldo Borsani sofa, Italy, 1940s
By Osvaldo Borsani, Arredamenti Borsani
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Originating from Italy in the 1940s, the aesthetically refined sofa designed by renowned Italian
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Vintage 1940s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1940-1950’s Traditional Green Naugahyde Faux Leather Lawson Club Style Sofa
Located in Topeka, KS
attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1940-1950’s. Prepare yourself for a LOT of jealous friends
Category

Mid-20th Century American Sofas

Materials

Brass

Märta Blomstedt Sofa, Finland, 1940s
By Märta Blomstedt
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare sofa was designed by Märta Blomstedt and produced in Finland in the 1940s. The sofa has
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Birch

Curved Danish Sheepskin Sofa, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful sofa produced in Denmark, 1940s, designer unknown. Professionally reupholstered in high
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin

Swedish Modern Sofa, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
the 1940s, where functionalism was replaced by a freer and more artistic ideal. Swedish Modern
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Sofa in Ash Legs with Original Velvet Mohair Fabric by Flemming Lassen, 1940 s
By Flemming Lassen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Sofa in Ash Legs with Original Velvet Mohair Fabric by Flemming Lassen, 1940's Additional
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Ash, Velvet

Haimi, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Finland, 1940s
By Haimi
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white fabric and wood sofa produced by Haimi, Finland, c. 1940s. Reupholstery recommended
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Rare Danish Mid-Century Sofa, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Comfortable sofa in velvet, designed and made in Denmark 1940s. Original condition.
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Göperts Möbler, Sofa, Pine, Velvet, Sweden, 1940s
By Göperts Möbler
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and yellow velvet "Åre" sofa or settee designed and produced by Göperts Möbler, Sweden, c
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Pine

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green blue fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Vintage fabric in
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige brown-striped fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Mild to
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and fabric sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Vintage fabric, reupholstery
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pink fabric and dark-stained wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Reupholstery
Category

Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A red pink fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Vintage fabric in
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and floral-printed fabric sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Vintage fabric
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Gio Ponti, Sofa, Velvet, Wood, Italy, 1940s
By Gio Ponti
Located in High Point, NC
A green velvet and wood sofa designed by Gio Ponti and produced by Casa e Giardino, Italy, c. 1940s
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A floral-printed fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s Seat cushion has
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Carl-Johan Boman, Finnish 1940 s curved sofa for Boman Oy
By Boman OY, Carl-Johan Boman
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Introducing the Carl-Johan Boman Finnish 1940's curved sofa, a classic piece of Scandinavian modern
Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Sofa Värend by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1940s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Sofa designed by Carl Malmsten in Sweden during the 1940s. Model 'Värend' with an elegant design
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Elm

Danish Designer, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow floral-printed fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Wear to
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

American Designer, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A stained pine and beige fabric sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1940s. Reupholstered in
Category

Vintage 1940s American Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Cushman Furniture, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and beige fabric sofa produced by Cushman Furniture, USA, c. 1940s. Dimensions: 34” H x
Category

Vintage 1940s American Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Italian Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and floral-printed fabric sofa designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1940s Italian Newly Upholstered Two Seat Sofa
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage sofa made in Italy in the 1940's. Completely restored, newly upholstered in quality
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Valabrega sofa - Italy 1940s
By Vittorio Valabrega
Located in Paris, FR
Ernesto Valabrega Sofa - Italy, 1940 Dark wood frame with organic shapes and zoomorphic legs. 3
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Nouveau Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Göperts Möbler, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Göperts Möbler
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained pine and white fabric "Åre" sofa or settee designed and produced by Göperts Möbler
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Osvaldo Borsani, Sofa, Wood, Velvet, Italy, 1940s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and red velvet sofa designed by Osvaldo Borsani and produced by Arredamenti
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An organic red fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions: 36.25
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Tor Wolfenstein, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
By Tor Wolfenstein
Located in High Point, NC
A green fabric and wood sofa designed by Tor Wolfenstein and produced by Ditzingers, Sweden, 1940s
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Cushman Furniture, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and white fabric sofa produced by Cushman Furniture, USA, c. 1940s. Reupholstered in brand
Category

Vintage 1940s American Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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1940s Couches For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of 1940s couches available for sale. The range of distinct 1940s couches — often made from wood, fabric and hardwood — can elevate any home. Find 2784 antique and vintage 1940s couches at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 25 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. 1940s couches have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. 1940s couches are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many 1940s couches are appealing in their simplicity, but Frits Henningsen, Slagelse Møbelvaerk and Fritz Hansen produced popular 1940s couches that are worth a look.

How Much are 1940s Couches?

1940s couches can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $5,003, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $1,120,531.

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.

Questions About 1940s Couches
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify your couch, look for the maker's markings. Manufacturers choose different places for markings. Some will sew a label onto a cushion or mark one of the legs. Others place their markings on the underside of the frame, so it may be necessary to turn your couch onto its side to locate the marking. Once you've found it, you can search trusted online resources to find out who made your couch and then review information about that particular manufacturer to learn more about your piece's age, style and other characteristics. If you'd like assistance with the process, use the services of a knowledgeable antique dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary couches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    A sectional couch is comprised of individual pieces that can be arranged in different positions.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A modular couch differs from traditional couches in that they comprise a series of various moveable sections called modules. They generally include a wide range of options such as moveable arm pieces or chaises longues. These couches offer great flexibility as you can set each module according to your needs. Find a collection of antique and vintage modular couches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    The terms “cloud couch” or “cloud sofa” may refer to two specific designs — Restoration Hardware‘s Cloud Sofa is a plush white sofa with no hard edges and an oversized seat upholstered with goose-down stuffing. The other design known by this name is Adrian Pearsall’s low-profile Cloud sofa, one of the contributions to mid-century modern furniture design for which Pearsall is recognized today and among the initial concepts for Craft Associates, the now-legendary furniture company he founded. On 1stDibs, you will find a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary sofas from some of the world’s top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A couch table is a long, narrow table with storage space below that is placed behind a sofa and stands no higher than its back.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    A studio couch is a multifunctional sofa often used in small spaces, such as single-room studio apartments. It usually features a backless design and an adjustable frame. By sliding the frame, a user can convert the sofa into a double bed, so they can sit and sleep on a single piece of furniture. Find a large selection of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A chaise is different from a couch or sofa. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. The chaise longue is based on a modern French design and is also known as a chaise lounge. This low reclining seat, known in English as a "long chair," has an elongated design with a low back that reaches about half the length of the furniture, allowing a sitter to put their feet up and relax. Shop a range of antique and modern chaise longues and sofas from top sellers and makers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    A Turkish couch is a long, low sofa, usually composed of a very thick mattress-like cushion and a wooden frame. Some styles feature arms like traditional sofas, while others are armless. You may sometimes see this type of furniture referred to as a divan. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of couches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are many kinds of comfortable couches-- it's really a matter of preference. on 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Modern, Art Deco, Victorian, Regency, among many other styles of couches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A camelback couch is a sofa that features a curvy back with an arch in the middle that resembles the back of a camel. Depending on the design, the hump can be very prominent or very subtle. You'll find a range of camelback couches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    An infinity couch is a sofa that consists of separate pieces that you can arrange in different ways. A modular sofa is another name for this type of seating solution. On 1stDibs, shop a range of modular sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    Many furniture lovers and interior designers believe a leather couch is worth it. Although full-grain and top-grain leather upholstery generally costs more than faux leather and textiles, high-quality leather gives a couch a sumptuous feel and elevated appearance. Premium leathers also resist wear and can be easily wiped clean. However, whether or not it's worth buying a leather couch is subjective. At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of leather sofas and other furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are many ways to increase the height of a couch. These include adding different legs, building a sled base, adding couch risers and changing the feet of the couch to be taller.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To measure a curved couch, first measure the depth from the front to the back and the height from the floor to the top. For length, place the tape measure in one back corner and then extend all the way across to the other back corner. You may also wish to measure the width of the opening, working from the front left inner corner to the right inner corner. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of curved couches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Vacuum the velvet regularly. If a spill occurs, blot it immediately with a dry cloth. If the stain dries, you can blot it with a cloth dipped in a soap-and-water solution.But test this, or any other cleaning solution, on a hidden spot first to make sure it doesn’t cause damage. Once the fabric is dry, use a soft, dry brush to restore the original direction and loft of the pile.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    Couches made of fabric will typically last 15 years, whereas couches made of leather will typically last 45 years.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A backless couch is usually called a recamier or a divan. A divan has a long, low seating area formed by a mattress and is usually placed near a wall. It neither has a back nor arms. This couch is perfect for a living room, bedroom or guest room. Find a collection of antique and vintage backless couches on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Moroccan style furniture is sometimes called souk style furniture. Souk-style furniture is known for being low to the ground with colorful, overstuffed upholstered pieces, such as ottomans and poufs. Browse a wide selection of souk-style furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Yes, a firm couch will usually break in. As you use a couch, its padding gradually softens. How long the process will take depends on the type of padding present in the couch and how frequently you sit on your new piece. Shop a large selection of sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.