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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut Sofa with New Upholstery
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This elegant Biedermeier sofa from Southern Germany, dating from around 1825, represents the very
Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Spruce, Walnut

Restored Bauhaus Sofa, by Vichr a Spol., Chrome, Leather, Czech, 1930s
By Vichr Spol
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This iconic sofa from the 1930s is an exceptional example of Bauhaus design, crafted in
Category

20th Century Czech Bauhaus Sofas

Materials

Chrome, Steel

RESTORED 165CM WIDE CHESTERFiELD FULLY TUFTED TWO SEAT BROWN LEATHER CLUB SOFA
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
restored Vintage Art Deco circa 1920's hand dyed deep cigar brown leather chesterfield club sofa with fully
Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Leather

Restored Eight-Strand Square Pretzel Arm 3-Seat Section Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Art Deco 8-strand rattan square pretzel arm sectional sofa with seating for three people
Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Round two-seater sofa Tilda with peacock velvet handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
The TILDA two-seater sofa exemplifies minimalist elegance with its smooth lines, elegant curves and
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Round three-seater sofa Tilda with peacock velvet handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
The TILDA three-seater sofa exemplifies minimalist elegance with its smooth lines, elegant curves
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Gajanan Upadhyay, Sofa, Rattan, Teak, Velvet, NID, India, c. 1964
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of rare and possibly unique sofa. Produced for the Ford Foundation, New Dehli, India. Design
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Rattan, Teak

Suite of Furniture in the Style of Guilermo Veronesi for ISA Bergamo
Located in New York, NY
Late 1950's to 1960's Milanese Style sofa. There is a matching pair of chairs with foot stools, and
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Style Sofa With Wraparound Wood Back By José Castro
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This striking and luxurious sofa is a beautiful blend of comfort and dramatic design. It features a
Category

2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

2.5-Seater Art Deco Sofa with Woodwork and Dark Blue Cowhide Leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this stylish 2.5-seater Art Deco design sofa by Schuitema, featuring elegant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Cowhide, Leather, Wood

Luciano Frigerio Norman 3 Seat Sofa in Custom Missoni Upholstery, Italy, 1970s
By Luciano Frigerio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the Missoni family, the 'Norman' sofa is a rare example of Italian craft meeting fashion legacy
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

Outdoor Sofa in Solid Iroko White Water- Repellent Fabric by CDW - GUSTO
By Pinar Irmak Caglar
Located in Miami, FL
Crafted for enduring outdoor elegance, the Gusto Sofa brings architectural simplicity and robust
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

Outdoor Sofa in Solid Iroko Gray Water- Repellent Fabric by CDW - GUSTO
By Pinar Irmak Caglar
Located in Miami, FL
Crafted for enduring outdoor elegance, the Gusto Sofa brings architectural simplicity and robust
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

21st Century Arkè 2-Seater Sofa in Fabric and Brass Details
By Jumbo Collection
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Minimalist elegance and impeccable craftsmanship for the Arkè sofa, a refined furnishing item
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Modular bamboo sofa Molto Editions complete with cushions in Dedar fabric
Located in Roma, RM
Modular bamboo sofa Molto Editions complete with cushions in Dedar fabric Single module dimensions
Category

2010s Italian Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo

TIMOTHY OULTON ZENNA SECTIONAL GREY LEATHER SOFA FEATHER FiLLED CUSHION RRP £10K
Located in Pulborough, GB
Leather Sofa. This is a very large Timothy Oulton Zenna sectional sofa, easily accommodating 10+ people
Category

20th Century British Sofas

Materials

Leather

Handmade Pearl Sofa in Bouclé Leather with Round Silhouette by Nolita Harbour
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
The Pearl Sofa by Nolita Harbour is an exquisite blend of modern design and luxurious comfort
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Bouclé, Walnut

Collectible Anfibio Sofa Bed, black velvet lounge chair, Italian Space Age
By Alessandro Becchi, Giovannetti
Located in Milano, IT
derive from a widespread diffusion - as is the case for, say, the Camaleonda sofa or the Arco floor lamp
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas

Materials

Velvet

De Sede DS-600 Snake Sectional Sofa in Patinated Creame-Cognac Leather.
By Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, and Ueli Berger, De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-600 'Snake' Sectional Sofa in Patinated Creame-Cognac Leather by Ueli Berger
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Felt, Beech

Mid-Century Marco Zanuso Lady Divano Sofa with original ocher yellow upholstery
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Marco Zanuso "Lady" Sofa with original ocher yellow upholstery and patinated brass feet
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Vladimir Kagan Zoe Sofa in Light Tan Velvet, American Leather, 2000 s
Located in Culver City, CA
Sofa? It’s no exception. Designed in the early 2000s for American Leather, this beauty is like the
Category

Early 2000s Sofas

Materials

Velvet

OWNED BY MADONNA LUXURY GEORGE SMiTH BOLSTER MOHAIR VELVET CHESTERFIELD SOFA
By George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, Mohair Velvet George Smith Chelsea Bolster sofa which was owned by Madonna Please note the delivery fee
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas

Materials

Velvet

MW02 Sofa in Bauhaus style with PMMA panels designed by Olivier Santini.
By Olivier Santini
Located in Beaumont-Louestault, FR
Transforming furniture design into true art, the MW02 sofa enhances any space it inhabits. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Bauhaus Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Round three-seater sofa Tilda with Nude plain fabric handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
The TILDA three-seater sofa exemplifies minimalist elegance with its smooth lines, elegant curves
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Round three-seater sofa Tilda with Denim plain fabric handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
The TILDA three-seater sofa exemplifies minimalist elegance with its smooth lines, elegant curves
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Round two-seater sofa Tilda with Cherry plain fabric handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
The TILDA two-seater sofa exemplifies minimalist elegance with its smooth lines, elegant curves and
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Round two-seater sofa Tilda with Denim plain fabric handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
The TILDA two-seater sofa exemplifies minimalist elegance with its smooth lines, elegant curves and
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Round two-seater sofa Tilda with Nude plain fabric handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
The TILDA two-seater sofa exemplifies minimalist elegance with its smooth lines, elegant curves and
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Round three-seater sofa Tilda with Cherry plain fabric handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
The TILDA three-seater sofa exemplifies minimalist elegance with its smooth lines, elegant curves
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Round two-seater sofa Tilda with Honey plain fabric handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
The TILDA two-seater sofa exemplifies minimalist elegance with its smooth lines, elegant curves and
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Round two-seater sofa Tilda with Beige plain weave handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
The TILDA two-seater sofa exemplifies minimalist elegance with its smooth lines, elegant curves and
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

1920s Art Deco Three Seater Sofa with Upholstered Body and Oak Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful C. De Jong Art Deco 3 seater sofa with original light patterned velvety fabric and oak
Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Mario Bellini Bambole 2 Seat Sofa B&B Italia, Italy, 1973
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Highly cosy so called 'Bambole' 2-seater sofa designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Italian Three-Seat Sofa Bed by Saporiti, 1970s
By Fratelli Saporiti
Located in Prato, IT
Three-seat sofa bed by Saporiti with original fabric from 1970s. This sofa could come with another
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Antique Large Biedermeier Sofa in Green with brass details, circa 1860
Located in Opole, PL
We present you this massive sofa, typical for the Biedermeier style, with a softly upholstered seat
Category

Antique 19th Century Scandinavian Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Rare Ficks Reed Boho Chic Bamboo 3 seat Sofa (Ottoman Lounge Chairs)
By Ficks Reed
Located in Pasadena, TX
This ad is for the Ficks Reed Bamboo sofa. The sofa seats 3 comfortably and has arms for more
Category

Vintage 1970s American Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Bamboo

DIONE Modern Designer Modular Sofa
Located in Frazão, Porto
The DIONE sofa from CASA MAGNA’s Essence Collection is a versatile modular piece designed to adapt
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Leather, Faux Leather

Rudolph Indoor Three-Seater Sofa by Vincent Van Duysen, Made in Belgium
By Vincent Van Duysen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Architect Vincent Van Duysen has designed a sofa line embodying the essence of his "warm minimalist
Category

2010s Belgian Minimalist Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Tilda Two seater sofa with chaise longue peacock velvet handcrafted by Murmurio
By Murmurio
Located in Lordelo, PT
TILDA Two seater sofa with chaise longue exemplifies minimalist elegance with its smooth lines
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

19th Century Biedermeier Ebonized Walnut Sofa in Beata Heuman Florentine Flowers
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
After acquiring this beautiful Biedermeier sofa, we knew we wanted something special for the fabric
Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

2-Person Sofa From Norr11 Made With Black Leather Cushions From 2000s
By Norr11
Located in Lejre, DK
Norr11's 2-seater sofa is a unique design, created with a stainless steel frame and black leather
Category

Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

RESTORED ViNTAGE CIGAR BROWN LEATHER DE SEDE DS-11 MODULAR CORNER SOFA
By De Sede
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Stunning vintage restored cigar brown leather De Sede DS-11 Modular corner sofa Please note the
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

2011 Minotti Williams Three Seat Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni in Grey Fabric
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a large three-seater Williams sofa, initially designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti in
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Bracket-Back Model #133 Mahogany and Leather Sofa by Dunbar, c 1955
By Dunbar Furniture, Roger Sprunger
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible model #133 leather sofa by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar features gorgeous medium brown
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

C. 2008 Cassina LC2 Petit Modele Three Seat Sofa in Black Leather
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an LC2 petit modele 3-seater sofa, designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, and
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Amazing Burlwood Olivewood Milo Baughman Style Case Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wow! What an amazing piece this sofa is a feast for your eyes. The olivewood has spectacular
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Restored Victorian 1890 Cornelius V Smith Chesterfield Leather Sofa Coil Sprung
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Smith green leather Chesterfield sofa What can I say, if you’re in the market for the best Victorian
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Sofas

Materials

Leather, Hardwood, Walnut

BD Barcelona PILLOW Sofa in Velvet by Muller Van Severen -Four Modular Section
By BD Barcelona Design, Muller Van Severen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Muller Van Severen’s Pillow sofa modular arrives at BD. Initially designed by MVS for KASSL
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

BD Barcelona PILLOW Sofa in Velvet by Muller Van Severen -Two Modular Section
By BD Barcelona Design, Muller Van Severen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Muller Van Severen’s Pillow sofa modular arrives at BD. Initially designed by MVS for KASSL
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

BD Barcelona PILLOW Sofa in Velvet by Muller Van Severen -Three Modular Section
By Muller Van Severen, BD Barcelona Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Muller Van Severen’s Pillow sofa modular arrives at BD. Initially designed by MVS for KASSL
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

De Sede Terrazza Sofa Cognac Leather Ubald Klug Ueli Berger 1972 Mid Century
By De Sede, Ubald Klug, Ueli Berger
Located in Munster, NRW
2x De Sede Terrazza sofas, model DS 1025 in cognac leather. Designed in 1972 by Ubald Klug & Ueli
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Edra Tatlin Sofa Loveseat by Mario Cananzi + Roberto Semprini, Red Velvet ITALY
By Mario Cananzi Roberto Semprini, Edra
Located in Basel, BS
Edra Loveseat Sofa in Red Velvet--This is an Incredibly spectacular Spiral / Fibonacci Shaped Sofa
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

1950 s Style Sofa Made To Order In Customer s Own Material (COM)
Located in NEW YORK, NY
, Standard width 1,40 m. 55’’. Leather: 240 square feet. Description: This sofa, with its gracefully
Category

2010s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Ash

NEW! Dooq! Modern Carmel Wood Couch 300m in White Bouclé and Wood Feet
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Marking a milestone for Dooq Details, the Carmel Modular Couch introduces the brand’s first-ever
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric

NEW! Dooq! Modern Carmel Wood Couch 280m in White Bouclé and Wood Feet
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Marking a milestone for Dooq Details, the Carmel Modular Couch introduces the brand’s first-ever
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric

NEW! Dooq! Modern Carmel Wood Couch 240m in White Bouclé and Wood Feet
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Marking a milestone for Dooq Details, the Carmel Modular Couch introduces the brand’s first-ever
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Mid-Century Norwegian Modern 2-Seater Sofa Stressless Pegasus Low Back Loveseat
By Ekornes
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This modern two-seater sofa Pegasus Low Back Loveseat model, was manufactured by the Norwegian
Category

Early 2000s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

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  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    Why it is called a sofa is due to the history of the term. Sofa originated from the Arabic word soffa, which describes a low seat covered with plush pillows. French makers began producing their own versions of these furnishings in the 17th century, and by the 18th century, they had spread to other areas in Europe and were being referred to as sofas. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The most comfortable sofa is a personal choice and will depend upon the sofa seat’s depth and height, filling and upholstery, back height and the back-pitch angle to recline or not to recline. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Today, options abound when it comes to style, material and comfort. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A sofa plinth is a low base or pedestal that a sofa rests on. It borrows its name from a platform used to support an arch in classical architecture. People also call statue bases plinths. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Also known as living room suites or a three-piece suite, sofa suites are usually sofas with two matching chairs. On 1stDibs you will find a variety of options for antique, new and vintage sofa suites.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    A sofa armchair is a type of armchair. Specifically, the term describes an armchair with thick cushions on its backrest and seat and a deep frame that provides plenty of space for the user to settle in and relax. As a result, it offers the comfort typically associated with a sofa in a single-seat design, which is how this type of accent chair gets its name. Find a large selection of armchairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A serpentine sofa is an upholstered seating solution with a curvy shape reminiscent of the letter “S.” Vladimir Kagan designed the piece of furniture in 1950, and it has since become one of the best-known couches of the mid-century period. On 1stDibs, find a range of serpentine sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    In a tufted sofa, the upholstery fabric is tightly pulled and folded into a geometric pattern and secured by buttons. The cushions on a tufted sofa remain plump and quite comfortable over time. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tufted sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    A Dune sofa is not a particular type of sofa. Instead, it is a style name that several furniture makers have given to pieces they have produced. Among these makers are Nor11, Maiden Home and Ralph Pucci. You may also see the word “dune” used to indicate the color of a sofa. In this context, the term likely refers to a sandy beige shade.

    Mid-century modern furniture and Space Age design enthusiasts know French designer Pierre Paulin for his low-slung Dune seating collection, which is a favorite of musician Frank Ocean. Paulin’s Dune series features four different interchangeable modules for a custom arrangement.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    By the strictest definition, a sofa is not a chair. Generally, a chair is a seating solution for one person. Since a sofa seats more than one person at a time, it usually isn't considered a chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs and sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    No one knows for sure when the first sofa was invented. However, ancient versions of the furniture date back to 2000 B.C. in Egypt. Generally, Jay Wellingdon Couch receives credit for inventing the modern sofa in 1895. People even use his surname, Couch, as another name for the sofa. Explore a large selection of couches on 1stDibs.
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    A Sheraton sofa refers to a specific neo-classical English furniture style that features round tapered legs with contrasting veneer inlays. Sheraton style grew in popularity in the late 18th century and remains to be a home-décor favorite for its classic style. Shop a selection of authentic Sheraton pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A chaise, also known as a chaise longue (or, as it is sometimes spelled in the United States, a “chaise lounge”), is a long, upholstered sofa in the shape of a chair that can be used to prop one's legs upon. The name "chaise" refers to any long, reclining chair in modern French interior design, and the English translation is "long chair."
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A recamier sofa is a type of couch that features a high curved headrest and a low footrest. This type of sofa is sometimes backless that can be kept flat across the wall. A recamier sofa looks great in a living room, bedroom, study or elsewhere in your home. Shop a range of antique and vintage recamier sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A modular sofa is an upholstered seating solution meant to accommodate two or more people. Unlike standard sofas, modular designs feature multiple individual pieces that you can mix, match and arrange into different shapes and configurations. You will sometimes see them called sectional sofas. Find a range of modular sofas on 1stDibs.
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    The Empire movement in design started in the 19th century and is characterized by straight lines in rigid symmetrical compositions. Empire sofas, and furniture specifically, are part of the French neoclassical style. Shop a collection of Empire sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    An Empire sofa is a type of sofa associated with the Empire style of art and architecture that came out of early 19th-century France. The designs of furniture in the Empire style were actually quite varied depending on the region which interpreted the design principles. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Empire style sofas from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    An Italian sofa is a sofa manufactured in Italy or produced by an Italian furniture maker. Some well-known Italian furniture brands include B&B Italia, Cassina, Mario Bellini, Alias and Afra Tobia Scarpa. Keep in mind that an Italian sofa is different from an Italian leather sofa. Italian leather is a full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather produced in Italy. High-end furniture makers from all over the world use Italian leather as upholstery. Therefore, a sofa with this name may have been manufactured in Italy or elsewhere. Find a wide variety of sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A studio sofa is similar to a futon in that it’s multifunctional. Studio sofas can be converted into a double bed by flattening out the frame.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    A Nelson sofa is a sofa designed by George Nelson. Introduced in 1968, it features an exposed wooden frame and button-tufted cushions outlined by piping. The American industrial designer created the piece for Herman Miller, and the company continues to manufacture and sell it today. Explore a variety of George Nelson sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bergère sofa is a piece of furniture more commonly called a bergère chair. The term describes an armchair that features upholstery on its back, arms and seat and a decorative wooden frame. Bergère chairs emerged during the Regency period in France but became especially popular during the Rococo era. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bergère chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bouclé sofa is a sofa that’s made from the heavy textile known as boucle. Bouclé is known for its fuzziness and soft texture, and designers often use it on rounded and asymmetrical furniture. Shop a collection of boucle sofas and other furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.