French Fabric Sofa
Vintage 1970s French Sofas
Fabric
1990s French Sofas
Fabric
1990s French Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1980s French Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1980s French Sofas
Fabric
Early 20th Century French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Teak
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Teak
Early 20th Century French Sofas
Wood, Velvet
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Sofas
Walnut
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Walnut, Rush, Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
2010s French Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Giltwood, Fabric
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Gothic Revival Sofas
Fabric, Oak
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Régence Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1930s Unknown Sofas
Wood, Fabric
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Foam
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1980s French Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1980s French Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1940s French Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s French Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1980s French Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1980s French Sofas
Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
20th Century French Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Fabric
20th Century French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Wood, Fabric
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Finding the Right Sofas for You
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus.
The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.
In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness.
Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.
With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.
Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The most durable fabric for sofas is microfiber furniture fabric. Tightly weaved ultra-fine fibers create durability and add a strong layer of protection against dirt, dust and liquids. You’ll find a variety of sofa designs and styles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Deciding on whether you want a velvet sofa is a matter of preference, but it can be a very good choice. Velvet is a symbol of wealth and is very soft and comfortable. It’s also quite durable, which is often unexpected from such a luxe feeling fabric. The flat pile makes it impossible to snag and it resists stains. Shop a collection of velvet furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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