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Vintage White Ethan Allen Sofa with Bench Cushion and Bamboo and Brass Detail
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A long vintage Ethan Allen sofa reupholstered in a crisp milky white. Faux bamboo accents frame the
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Sofas

Materials

Brass

George Smith Leather Sofa
By George Smith
Located in New York, NY
George Smith leather sofa. Sofa is green leather with distressed and fading areas. Sofa has down
Category

Late 20th Century American Sofas

Materials

Leather

ELEGANT SILK UPHOLSTERED SOFA
Located in New York, NY
Elegant down filled sofa, upholstered in a beautiful silk fabic.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Sofas

Materials

Silk, Upholstery

George Smith Knole Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
8’ sofa in burgundy stripe made by the London design powerhouse George Smith has adjustable sides
Category

20th Century Sofas

Sofa By Jacques Adnet
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A wide arm down filled sofa in cream wool boucle with block feet. Arms measure 10"W and 26"H
Category

Vintage 1940s French Sofas

Midcentury Leather Sofa, 1960s
Located in Austin, TX
Vintage European sofa with dark sculptural wood frame with khaki or tan leather seats and backs
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Spectacular Three-Piece Sectional Sofa by Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A spectacular channel tufted three-piece sectional sofa designed by Steve Chase in the 1980s. The
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Down, Fabric

19THC BAR HARBOR WICKER SOFA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
WONDERFUL ORIGINAL PATINA BAR HARBOR WICKER SOFA FROM MAINE WITH HOMSPUN LINEN SEAT CUSHIONS DOWN
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Antique 19th Century American Sofas

Materials

Wicker

Italian Tobacco Colored Leather Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian tobacco colored leather sofa with three cushions. The sofa stands on four ebony stained
Category

Vintage 1950s European Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Sectional Sofa by Paul McCobb for Directional
Located in Long Island City, NY
five times. This sectional sofa exemplifies the elegant, comfortable, eminently practical furniture
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Down, Foam, Velvet, Wood

1940 s Hollywood Glam Sofa
Located in North Miami, FL
The epitome of the glamorous hollywood 40's. Two piece curved back sofa stuffed with down. Simple
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Vintage 1940s American Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

19th Century Chippendale Mahogany Camelback Sofa
Located in Savannah, GA
19th Century Chippendale Mahogany Camelback Sofa. Down Cushion. Upholstered in Muslin
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Antique 19th Century English Chippendale Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

1950 s Tommi Parzinger Style Sofa
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Chicago, IL
The sculptural sofa with down feather cushions and bolsters is a true masterpiece of mid-century
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut

One-armed sofa by Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Handsome, chaise longue or daybed style sofa with down-filled back cushions.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Sofas

Sofa By Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Edward Wormley designed sofa for Dunbar. Down filled cushions,interesting leg configuration.
Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery

Illums Bolighus Danish 1960s Leather Sofa
By Illums Bolighus
Located in New York, NY
An original 1960s Danish leather and down filled sofa by Illums Bolighus.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

19THC. SOFA AND CHAIR FROM FRANCE
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GREAT FORM CHAIR AND SOFA DOWN AND FEATHER/UPHOLSTERED IN 19THC HOMSPUN LINEN.
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Antique 19th Century American Sofas

Materials

Wood, Linen

Pair of Vintage Low Armless Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage low armless sofa with down wrapped cushion and tufted back. Reupholstered in Coleman and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Sofas

Marge Carson Slipper Sofa in Mohair
By Marge Carson
Located in Dallas, TX
A bolster back slipper sofa with down seat cushion designed by Marge Carson. Fully restored and
Category

Vintage 1970s Sofas

Materials

Mohair

French Buffalo Leather Equestrian Style Sofa
Located in Austin, TX
Fantastic vintage French sofa made completely of full buffalo hide leather in a warm cognac color
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Italian three-seater sofa from the 1950s. The structure and legs are in beech and fir, the cushions
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Amazing Italian Zanotto Original Leather Sofa
Located in North Miami, FL
This extremely chic and comfortable butter soft leather sofa with it's down filled cushions and
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20th Century Italian Sofas

Tiger Pattern Fabric Mid Century Modern Sofa
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice mid century modern tiger pattern fabric sofa. Very comfortable sofa with down filled
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Button back Wing Sofa England, 19th Century
Located in Culver City, CA
Button back wing sofa, England, 19th Century. Victorian sofa stripped down to its original
Category

Antique 19th Century English Sofas

Materials

Linen

Mid-Century Style Belgium Linen Upholstered Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wrapped back pillows. The sofa is detailed with mid-sized silver nail heads.
Category

20th Century American Sofas

Classic Edward Wormley for Dunbar Floating Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic Edward Wormley for Dunbar sofa, down filled cushions. Mahogany legs.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Sofas

A Maison Jansen Louis XV Style Sofa
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
A Maison Jansen Louis XV Style Sofa, original upholstery, down-filled cushions, very comfortable
Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Sofas

20th Century French Ivory Boucle Sofa Bed
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden upholstered sofa made in mid-20th century France. A soft ivory boucle upholstery brings a
Category

20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood

Custom Designer Vinyl Abstract Tuxedo Sofa, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A bold custom abstract Tuxedo sofa upholstered in an abstract Mid-Century Modern designed vinyl
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

1960 s Mad-Men Style Sleeper Sofa
By Karl-Erik Ekselius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, stylishly boxy, 3 seater sleeper sofa with tapered teak legs and newly upholstered
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

JE T Attends Sofa 2 Seater Leather
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
JE T'Attends Sofa is part of the Esprit Noir Capsule Collection. JE T'Attends sofa is composed of
Category

2010s Italian Art Nouveau Sofas

Materials

Metal

Walnut and Velvet Sofa by Axel Larsson
By Axel Larsson, Hjalmar Jackson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful sofa designed by Axel Larsson, executed by master carpenter Hjalmar Jacksson at
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Custom Mahogany Mandalay Sofa by Jiun Ho
By Jiun Ho
Located in Southampton, NY
Custom mahogany Mandalay sofa by Jiun Ho This custom sofa was originally specified by Clodagh
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Elegant and plush sofa in white Silk Damask
Located in Bronx, NY
very well made sofa with all down seat cushions
Category

Vintage 1970s American Sofas

Chippendale Style Camelback Upholstered Sofa, Late 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Chippendale style camelback upholstered sofa with single down cushion, late 19th century
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Chippendale Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Curved Back Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A curved back sofa with down cushions and mahogany legs. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Category

Vintage 1950s Sofas

Duncan Phyfe Upholstered Camel Back Sofa, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Duncan Phyfe upholstered camel back sofa, 19th century. Down cushion seat. Seat depth is 24”. New
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Marge Carson Slipper Sofas in Mohair
By Marge Carson
Located in Dallas, TX
A matching pair of bolster back slipper sofas with down seat cushions designed by Marge Carson
Category

Vintage 1970s Sofas

Materials

Mohair

Eames Compact Sofa in Maharam Small Dot Pattern
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Seattle, WA
Sleek and handsome iconic compact sofa designed by Charles and Ray Eames and manufactured by Herman
Category

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Traditional Ralph Lauren Aran Isles Saddle Leather Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Ralph Lauren Aran Isles sofa in distressed saddle color leather. Classical style with rolled arms
Category

2010s American American Classical Sofas

Materials

Leather

J. Robert Scott Mansfield 2-Piece Sectional Sofa Designed by Sally Sirkin Lewis
By Sally Sirkin Lewis, J. Robert Scott 1
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant and coveted large two piece L-shaped sectional sofa in a luxurious brown weave fabric by J
Category

Early 2000s American Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Wood, Down

JE T ATTENDS Sofa 3 Seater Black Leather
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
JE T'ATTENDS Sofa is part of the ESPRIT NOIR Capsule Collection.? JE T'ATTENDS sofa is composed of
Category

2010s Italian Art Nouveau Sofas

Materials

Metal

Saint Germain Sofa 3 Seater Wool White Fabric
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Saint-Germain Sofa is part of the Fleurs Du Mal Capsule Collection.? SSaint-Germain sofa, available
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Vintage Regency Down Loveseat in Brunschwig and Fils “La Portugaise”
By Brunschwig Fils
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your space with timeless European flair through this vintage Regency-style loveseat, elegantly upholstered in Brunschwig & Fils' iconic “La Portugaise” fabric. Featuring a vib...
Category

Late 20th Century American Regency Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Axel Larsson Walnut and Velvet Sofa Sweden, 1940s
By Hjalmar Jackson, Axel Larsson
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Exquisite sofa designed by famed Axel Larsson in Sweden in the 1940s. While the design is
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Walnut

"Custom Commissioned" Unique Elegant Heavily Carved Walnut Sofa
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
You will probably never again see a sofa as intricately hand carved as this, as it was commissioned
Category

Early 20th Century American Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Ben Thompson for Design Research Mid-Century Modern Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern sofa designed by Ben Thompson for Design Research. Purchased from the
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton

American Fine Chippendale Federal Style Upholstered Sofa, circa 1780
Located in Savannah, GA
American fine Chippendale federal style upholstered sofa, circa 1780. Down seat cushion. Mahogany
Category

Antique Late 18th Century American Federal Sofas

Sofa by Illum Wikkelsø in Dark Brown Buffalo Leather
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful dark brown buffalo hide sofa with down cushions and rosewood legs. Designed by Illum
Category

Vintage 1960s Sofas

Italian Midcentury Studio Sofa with Wood Legs and Armrests
Located in Troy, MI
Italian studio sofa features the original green chenille upholstery, dark stained tapered legs and
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Even Arm Sofa or Settees
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Two-piece Dunbar sofa model number 4908 designed by Edward Wormley. This low profile sofa has down
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Vintage Sherrill Chippendale Style Mahogany Leather Floral Upholstered Sofa
By Sherrill Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th Century Sherrill Furniture Traditional Camelback Sofa. Features a mahogany frame wrapped
Category

Late 20th Century American Chippendale Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Carlo Scarpa, Cornaro Sofa for Dino Gavina, Italy, 1970s
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Argelato, BO
Monumental sofa designed by the famous Italian architect Carlo Scarpa for the Simon Gavina company
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Stunning Gio Ponti for Singer Sons Four-Seat Sofa
By M. Singer Sons, Gio Ponti
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Gio Ponti for Singer & Sons four-seat sofa, unusual step down back profile, turned walnut
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Antique French Louis XV Tufted Back Sofa Circa 1930s
Located in North York, ON
This lovely sofa is an antique from America. Made in the 1930s, it is modeled after the French
Category

20th Century American Sofas

Baker Three-Seat Sofa In Mod Imari Print Upholstery
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Extremely comfortable, three seat sofa with down-filled seat cushions by Baker Furniture
Category

Vintage 1960s American Sofas

Materials

Wood, Cotton, Upholstery

Danish Modern Sofa Love Seat and Arm Chair Set
Located in Chula Vista, CA
. Unmarked. Set includes : Sofa: 75 1/4" L x 33" D x 27 1/2" H, Seat 16" H Love seat: 52" L x 33
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Teak

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Down Couch For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the down couch you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each down couch for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using down, fabric and wood. If you’re shopping for a down couch, we have 243 options in-stock, while there are 34 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the down couch you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A down couch, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Louis XV style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one down couch that is appealing in its simplicity, but Baker Furniture Company, De Sede and Dunbar produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Down Couch?

A down couch can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,998, while the lowest priced sells for $315 and the highest can go for as much as $45,000.

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 Down Couch
  • 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 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 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 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.