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Berga Mobler Sofa in Beige Mohair Upholstery
By Berga Mobler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Berga Mobler, sofa, beech, mohair, Denmark, 1940s.
This beautifully crafted Danish sofa from the
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Danish Banana Sofa in Muted Teal Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Banana sofa, fabric, stained wood, Denmark, 1940s
This voluptuous sofa is based on a solid
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pencil Rattan Sofa, Pair Arm Chairs, Coffee Table
Located in Stamford, CT
Restored and reupholstered 1940s pencil rattan sofa, pair of armchairs, and glass top coffee table
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
Frits Henningsen Three-Seat Sofa in Pastel Upholstery
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Frits Henningsen, three-seat sofa, fabric and beech, Denmark, 1940s.
This sofa, designed by Frits
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Danish Two-Seater Sofa in Yellowish Brown Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, fabric, stained wood, Denmark, 1940s.
This Danish sofa shows elegant curves and beautiful
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Streamline Art Deco Club Settee Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Outstanding 1940s Art Deco settee sofa.
Original red knit upholstery in excellent condition without
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
$2,400 Sale Price
45% Off
Reupholstered Danish Sofa with Sculptural Frame and White Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
In the manner of Viggo Boesen, sofa, reupholstered fabric, stained beech, Denmark, 1940s
This
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Danish Modern Frits Henningsen Large Scale Sofa 118" Width Reupholstered
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern Sofa, designed by Frits Henningsen, Denmark, circa 1940s. This sofa is currently
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Swedish Modern Side Table, 1940s
Located in Karlstad, SE
Swedish modern side table or coffee table, 1940s.
This table offers a very clean design and
Category
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Wood
Rare Kaare Klint Box sofas in Mahogany
Niger Leather, Scandinavian Modern
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
cabinetmakers Rud. Rasmussen A/S, Copenhagen, Denmark in 1930s/1940s.
The sofas are beautifully upholstered in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Swedish Modern Coffee Table, 1940s
Located in Karlstad, SE
Add a touch of Scandinavian style to your home with this beautiful coffee or side table, made of elm and elm root veneer. This table is a superb example of the great designs that eme...
Category
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Elm
Bas Van Pelt for My Home Reclining Sofa in Oak and Red Upholstery
By Bas Van Pelt
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bas van Pelt for my Home sofa, oak, fabric, Netherlands, 1930s/1940s
This elegant sofa was
Category
Vintage 1940s Dutch Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
SUPER RARE FULLY RESTORED ViNTAGE CIGAR BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD SOFA PART SET
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
collectable circa 1940's fully restored Chesterfield sofa which is part of a set
Please note the delivery fee
Category
Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather
Scandinavian modern coffee table
Berg
by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1940s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
A refined coffee table designed by Carl Malmsten in the 1940s. The Berg model features a
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Beech
1940s Danish Settee by Alfred Christensen in Tan Shearling
By Alfred Christensen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in New York, NY
Charming 1940s Danish settee designed by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk. The frame is
Category
Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Niels Vodder produced poet sofa designed by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in Björnlunda, SE
in 1941 at the Cabinetmakers' Guild Exhibition and also designed for Finn Juhl's home in the 1940's
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
1940s Frits Henningsen Solid Oak Coffee Table with Cabriole Legs
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, GB
This 1940s oak coffee table made by Frits Henningsen in the 1930s-50s is a another example Frits
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Oak
Swedish Modern Coffee Table in Mahogany and Glass, 1940s
Located in Karlstad, SE
Beautiful coffee or side table on mahogany and glass by unknown Swedish manufacturer, circa 1940
Category
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Danish Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat Early 1950s
By Mogens Lassen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very elegant 1940s curved two-seat sofa from the 1940s. Often called banana sofas by
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Modern Danish 1950s Sofa with Stained Birch Frame by Frits Henningsen
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
and late 1940s. This sofa is supposedly one of his later designs a with sharper and more modern angles
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Rosewood
Pair of Finnish Design Curved Armchairs, Attr. Paul Boman Circa 1940s
By Paul Boman
Located in Helsinki, FI
A stunning pair of vintage Scandinavian armchairs, likely from the 1940s, attributed to designer
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
An Exceptionally Rare Alvar Aalto War-time Coffee table in Birch, Artek 1940s
By Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful wartime coffee or sofa table by Alvar Aalto. This table features the distinctive
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Birch
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Sofa Model "Värend" Carl Malmsten, 1942
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This Rare model” Värend” sofa was designed by Carl Malmsten in the 1940s. The sofa has been
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Elm
SUPER RARE FULLY RESTORED VINTAGE CIGAR BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFiELD SOFA BED
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this super rare, highly collectable circa 1940's fully restored
Category
Vintage 1940s British Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather
Swedish Modern Coffee Table in Birch, Glass and Rattan by Bodafors, 1940s
By Bodafors
Located in Karlstad, SE
Beautiful coffee or side table made of birch, rattan and glass by Bodafors, Sweden.
The table consists of the original glass tabletop with etched ornaments, supported by a birch fra...
Category
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Glass, Rattan, Birch
Fritz Hansen, Model "Canada", Almue Painted 3-Seater Sofa, Danish Modern, 1939
By Fritz Hansen, Christian E. Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
the 1940s. The sofa is made of wood, later painted in a Swedish "Almue" style, with some charming
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Original Mid century Compact Sofa by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original Eames sofa compact with orange Herman miller woven upholstery. Charles and Ray Eames
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$2,700 Sale Price
25% Off
Italian Designer, Lounge Chair, Walnut, Velvet, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and purple velvet lounge chair designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s.
Seat Height
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Italian Modern Wooden Armchairs with White Fabric, 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern wooden armchairs with white fabric, 1940s
Set of 2 armchairs with wooden structure
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Curved Banana 2 Piece Sofa-Danish Modern style
Located in Medina, OH
traditional Danish Banana Sofa from the 1940s. This is sofa offers the perfect pairing of comfort and style
Category
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Original Bauhaus Armchair, Very Well Preserved Condition, Czechia, 1940s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
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Period: 1940-1949
Material: Upholstery, Chrome-Plated Steel
Professionally cleaned upholstery and
Category
Vintage 1940s Czech Bauhaus Sofas
Materials
Metal, Steel, Chrome
Art Deco
Green Wood and Fabric Sofa, Italika 1940s
Located in Naples, IT
An elegant and unique timeless sofa from the early Italian Art Deco period, made of walnut and green velvet upholstery. The rectangular backrest allows the sofa to be placed in the ...
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$4,595 / item
Swedish modern elm root table in the style of Josef Frank, Sweden 1940s
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank
Located in Hägersten, SE
Swedish modern sofa table in the style of Josef Frank. Unknown designer and producer. made in
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Elm, Teak
Italian Mid Century Wingback Settee
Located in Kent, CT
An excellent mid century two-seat settee or sofa. Italy, circa 1940s. Exaggerated wingback
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Faux Fur, Fruitwood
Style of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Peterson Studios
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
This 1940's Neo-Classical Sofa Table bears a striking resemblance to one produced by Peterson
Category
20th Century Swedish Renaissance Revival Sofa Tables
Materials
Maple
1940
s Art Deco Settee Sofa
By Cygal Art Deco, Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Burbank, CA
contrasting pink piping throughout. It's a very high quality couch with coil springs on the seat and springs
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Settees
Materials
Velvet
Danish 1940
s Loveseat or Small Sofa in Blue Wool
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Charming Danish 1940's loveseat. From the era of the "banana" sofas but with a more angular shape
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wool, Beech
Banana Shaped Curved Loveseat or Sofa Covered in Lambswool Denamrk 1940
s
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Banana shaped Viggo Boesen style curved two-seat sofa or loveseat made in Denmark in the 1940s
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wool, Beech
Restored Mid Century 5-Strand Reverse Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
decorative wave detail on the base. Reminiscent of the sofas done by Paul Frankl in the 1940s.
Sofa: 28
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan
$2,037 Sale Price
40% Off
1940s Pine Sofa by Gunnar Göpert
By Göperts Möbler
Located in New York, NY
1940's Pine Sofa by Gunnar Göpert and produced by his namesake company in Jönköping, Sweden
Category
Vintage 1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1940s Rattan Couch And Chaise Lounge
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1940s Rattan couch and chaise lounge. Some strips missing as shown in pictures. Cushions need to be
Category
Vintage 1940s Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Rattan
$1,800 / set
Traditional Asian Influenced Solid Dark Wood Carved Bench / Sofa 1940
s
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Traditional Heavy Darker Toned Wooden Bench/ Sofa/ Daybed. We received this piece from our people
Category
Vintage 1940s Japanese Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Wood
$1,928 Sale Price
20% Off
Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig.
Bocconi
Sofa, Italy, 1940s
By Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig
Located in Almelo, NL
Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig. 'Bocconi' sofa, Italy, 1940s.
Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig e Gino
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Rope, Beech, Bentwood
Swedish Modern Sofa from Berga Möbler, Sweden, 1940s
By Berga Mobler
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant Swedish Modern sofa from Berga Möbler, with rounded lines and fun sculpted legs. Original
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Sofa by AB Erik Ek
s Snickerifabrik, Malmö, Sweden, 1940s
By Gösta Jonsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish Modern sofa in yellow fabric. Good condition, small signs of usage.
Sold in Sweden through
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Danish 1940s Curved Banana Form Settee or Sofa in Wool
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very elegant Danish 1940s curved loveseat /sofa raised on a beech frame and legs
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wool, Beech
Danish Cabinetmaker Frederik Stærmose Sofa Bench in Teakwood
Cane, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Stærmose, executed in the 1940s. Crafted from beautifully patinated solid Bangkok teakwood, this elegant
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches
Materials
Cane, Teak
Ilmari Lappalainen Laila Sofa Model 238 in Sheepskin, Asko 1940s
By Asko, Ilmari Lappalainen
Located in Helsinki, FI
An elegant sofa designed by Ilmari Lappalainen and manufactured by Asko Oy in Finland in the 1940s
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Birch
1940s Swedish lounge set, Sofa and Chair , attributed to Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Elegant Swedish lounge set from the 1940s, attributed to Carl Malmsten. Featuring the original wool
Category
Vintage 1940s Living Room Sets
Materials
Wool, Beech
$5,739 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Danish lounge chair and sofa 1940s reupholstered in premium green mohair.
By Alfred Christensen, Finn Juhl, Gio Ponti, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in København K, 84
This exceptional 1940s Danish sofa and lounge chair, crafted by Slagelse Møbelværk, exemplifies the
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Velvet, Beech
Curved Banana Shape Loveseat or Sofa in Floral Wool, Denmark 1940s
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Bridgeport, CT
1940s. This small sofa will make a strong statement in any room. Beautiful round voluptuous lines and
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wool, Beech
Danish Modern Fritz Hansen "Funkis" Sofa Bench in Beech
Blue Fabric, 1940s
By Frits Schlegel, Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
Danish 1940s Modern "Funkis" sofa bench made by Fritz Hansen exclusively for the National Museum of
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches
Materials
Beech
Danish 1940s Channel Back Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in White Wool
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very elegant 1940s curved two-seat sofa or loveseat in white wool fabric. This sofa
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wool, Beech
Maurice Hirsch Sofa and Armchairs, 1940s, Louis XVI Style
By Maurice Hirsch
Located in Sharon, CT
A sofa and two armchairs. The sofa measures 69" wide, 32" depth, 30.5" high (seat height: 16.5
Category
Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Canapes
Materials
Upholstery
Japanese Antique Oak Bench Sofa, 1930s–1940s - Japandi Wabi-Sabi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
A Japanese antique bench sofa crafted from oak and dating from the 1930s–1940s.
The frame has
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Furniture
Materials
Wood
1940s Mid-Century Sofa in the Biedermeier Style – Cherry
Burlwood
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique German Biedermeier sofa made of hand crafted polished, partly veneered Cherrywood and
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Canapes
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Cherry, Burl
Restored 1940s Art Deco Lounge Chair Mink Mohair, Matching Sofa Available
Located in Detroit, MI
Note: We have additional matching lounge chair and sofa sets undergoing restoration and can offer
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
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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
- How can I identify my couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To 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.
- What is a sectional couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A sectional couch is comprised of individual pieces that can be arranged in different positions.
- What is a modular couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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.
- What is a cloud couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021The 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.
- What is a couch table?1 Answer1stDibs 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.
- What is a studio couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A 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.
- What is a chaise on a couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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.
- What is a Turkish couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024A 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.
- What is an infinity couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There 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.
- What is a camelback couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A 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.
- Is a leather couch worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024Many 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.
- How can I make my couch taller?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There 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.
- How do I measure a curved couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
- How long should couches last?1 Answer
- What is a backless couch called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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.
- What is a Moroccan couch called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Moroccan 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.
- Will a firm couch break in?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024Yes, 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.
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