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2-seater leather sofa by Gérard Guermonprez, 1970s
Located in MONTESSON, FR
This 2-seater cognac-colored leather sofa is designed by Gérard Guermonprez. It dates from the
Category
Vintage 1970s French Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage 1970s Modular Sofa Piece in Leather – Priced per Section
Located in Hilversum, NL
This modular sofa, composed of three separate elements, is a stylish revival of 1970s design
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
1970s Fred Lowen for Tessa Black Leather
Teak T4 Sofa
By Florence Knoll, Fred Lowen, Percival Lafer, TESSA Furniture Co
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Low profile meets high comfort without compromise with this T4 Sofa. This particular piece is an
Category
Vintage 1970s Australian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
1970s Swiss De Sede DS. 61 Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in High Point, NC
This 1970s Swiss De Sede DS-61 leather sofa embodies the brand’s renowned craftsmanship and
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS31 Sofa in Brown Leather, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
brown leather.
Good condition, small scratch on the back of the sofa.
1970s - Switzerland
Dimensions
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
1970s Wittmann Hochbaret leather Modular Sofa, Austria
By Wittmann
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of wear due to age
- Patinated leather
- heigh of seat
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
1970s Czechoslovak Modular Leather Five-Seat Sofa
Located in Praha, CZ
.Modular leather sofa manufactured in Czechoslovakia in the 1980s. This versatile system consists
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mid-Century Modern Rattan and Cognac Leather Sofa, Italy 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Rattan and Cognac Leather Sofa, Italy, 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rattan
Wittmann Leather Chocolate Brown Vintage Sofa Daybed Atrium 1970s Austria
By Wittmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Wittmann freestanding vintage sofa or daybed in chocolate brown color tone from patinated leather
Category
Late 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Modular Leather Sofa In Blush Mid Century Model Petronio, 1970s
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Vintage modular leather sofa in Blush Mid Century Model Petronio, 1970s
Discover this beautiful
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$6,342 Sale Price
20% Off
Modular leather sofa, manufactured by Durlet, Belgium, 1970s.
By Durlet
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Modular leather sofa, manufactured by Durlet, Belgium, 1970s. The sofa consists of four seating
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS600 Dark Chocolate Brown Leather 23 Piece Non-Stop Snake Sofa, 1970
s
By De Sede, Ueli Berger
Located in Culver City, CA
icon of 1970s design. This particular gem, upholstered in its original vintage chocolate leather, is a
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather
Percival Lafer, Vintage MP-81 Sofa, 1970s, Brazil, Original Black Leather
By Percival Lafer
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Percival Lafer
MP-81 Sofa
Original Leather
1970s
The MP-81 lounge sofa combines fiberglass shells
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Modular Leather Sofa, de Sede, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classic, luxurious de Sede sectional sofa featuring five modular components—three central pieces
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather
1970
s Leatherette and Fabric 4-Seater Sofa, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- leatherette and fabric in good condition with some signs of use
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Faux Leather
1970s Three-Seat Leather Sofa/ Bed, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Good original condition
Made of leather and leatherete
The pillows are leather and the rest are
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, original brown leather.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 3 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells, no stains. Classic 70s
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
$1,873 Sale Price
20% Off
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa, original brown leather.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 2 seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells, no stains. Classic 70s
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
$1,681 Sale Price
20% Off
De Sede DS47 Bullhide Leather Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Antwerp, BE
DS47 two-seater sofa, a masterpiece crafted by De Sede in Switzerland in 1970. Immerse yourself in
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$4,920 Sale Price
20% Off
1970s Danish Brown Leather 2 Seater Sofa
Located in Praha, CZ
Good original condition with minor signs of use.
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
1970s Danish Brown Leather 3-Seater Sofa
Located in Praha, CZ
- good/very good condition with minor signs of use
- sturdy and stable.
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Italian modern brown leather sofa Sesann Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, 1970s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern brown leather sofa Sesann Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, 1970s
Sofa model Sesann
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Italian Leather 3-Seat Sofa, 1970s – Sculptural Form
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Italian Leather 3-Seat Sofa, 1970s – Sculptural Form in Cognac Brown
Add an
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
Laauser Vintage Leather Patchwork Sectional Sofa Modular, 1970s
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Original from the 1970s
Laauser Modular Leathersofa in black anthracite Aniline Leather.
This sofa
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Plastic, Wood
Raphael Raffel Brown Natural Leather Croissant Sofa for Honore Paris, 1970s
By Honoré Paris, Raphael Raffel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Raphael Raffel designed, 1970's, made-to-order natural leather Croissant Sofa for Honore Paris
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Afra
Tobia Scarpa Soriana Sofa for Cassina – 1970s Italian, Cognac Leather
By Afra
Tobia Scarpa
Located in Palm Desert, CA
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Model: Soriana Sofa – 3-Seater
Era: 1970s
Style: Italian Mid-Century Modern
Materials: Cognac leather
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
De Sede
DS-15
Modular Sofa in Patinated Cognac Leather, Switzerland 1970
s
By De Sede
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
A superb example of Swiss craftsmanship, this De Sede ‘DS-15’ modular sofa (1970) embodies the
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather
1970s Anfibio Foldable Sofa Vintage Leather Becchi Giovannetti
By Alessandro Becchi
Located in Casalguidi, IT
The bed-sofa, designed by Alessandro Becchi together with the Giovannetti staff has recently
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
1970s Swiss Leather Sofa Ds 47 By De Sede
By De Sede
Located in High Point, NC
A masterclass in Swiss craftsmanship, this 1970s DS-47 sofa by De Sede showcases the brand’s
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather
Large leather modular sofa, 1970s Germany.
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Large leather modular sofa, 1970s Germany. Designer unfortunally unknown. 6 pieces in dark brown
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather
$7,087 / set
Black Leather Vintage de Sede DS 69 Freestanding Sofa Daybed 1970s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Vienna, AT
Black leather de Sede vintage sofa or daybed model DS 69 from high quality black stitched leather
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-88 Sectional Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather, Switzerland, 1970
s
By De Sede
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
patchwork leather.
3 seating elements that can be used as separate pieces or as one sofa.
This sofa
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam, Wood
Vintage Leather Sofa Set "Confidential" by A. Rosselli for Sapori, italy, 1970s
By Saporiti, Alberto Rosselli Saporiti
Located in Roma, IT
Outstanding leather sofa set "Confidential" by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti, 1970s, invert good
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
$8,072 Sale Price
20% Off
Italian Design COROLLA Leather Sectional Sofa by I.P.E. Italy 1970
s
By IPE
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Italian Design 'COROLLA' Leather Sectional Sofa by I.P.E. Italy 1970's
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Metal
$3,387 Sale Price / set
40% Off
1970s De Sede Adjustable Brown Leather 3-Seater Sofa, DS-110
By De Sede
Located in Praha, CZ
1970s De Sede Adjustable Brown Leather 3-Seater Sofa, DS-110
- height of seat 35 cm
- adjustable
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$4,708 Sale Price
20% Off
Bauhaus Style Two-Seater Leather Sofa, Switzerland 1970s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a gorgeous, geometrical, minimalist two-seater done in leather, with
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Bauhaus Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Brown Leather 3-Seater Sofa, 1970s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This three-seater sofa was manufactured in Denmark during the 1970s. The frame is crafted from
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
De Sede Ds-47 Brown Neck Leather Sofa from Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Almelo, NL
De Sede DS-47 neck leather sofa from Switzerland, 1970s
Presenting a De Sede DS-47 Neck Leather
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
De Sede DS-47 Bullhide Leather Sofa, Switzerland, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Antwerp, BE
thick natural neck leather (nappa leather). The characteristic mast folds and rich patina underline the
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
"Maralunga" Two Seater Blue Leather Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage "Maralunga" Two Seater Blue Leather Sofa realized by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Materials
Metal
$5,189 Sale Price
20% Off
De Sede DS-1025 Terrazza Sofa Armchair in White Leather, Switzerland 1970s
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" sofa for De Sede, leather, Switzerland, 1974. Ubald Klug designed
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Leather
Børge Mogensen Sofa 2212 Dark Mocha Leather by Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1970s
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
.
The sofa is made in the 1970s by Fredericia Stolefabrik and remains in a very good vintage condition
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam, Feathers, Teak
Three-Seather Leather Sofa model Sapporo by Mario Marenco for Mobilgirgi, 1970s
By Mobil Girgi
Located in Roma, IT
Three-seather Leather Sofa model Sapporo, realized by Mobilgirgi in 1970s.
Production Mark.
Wood
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Materials
Wood, Leather, Plastic
$2,354 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Brown Leather 2-Seater Sofa, 1970s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This two-seater sofa was manufactured in Denmark during the 1970s. The frame is crafted from solid
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
1970s Danish sofa
By Stouby Polster Møbelfabrik
Located in London, Lambeth
Country: Denmark
Date: 1970s
Material: Black Leather with Beech wood frame
Maximum Dimensions
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$2,067
De Sede DS-88 Landscape Sectional Sofa in Cognac Tan Leather, Switzerland 1970
s
By De Sede
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Introducing this gorgeous center piece Cognac Tan leather DS88 sofa in patchwork by De Sede. The
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather
1970s 3-Seater Sofa in Black Leather, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
similar black leather
- Cleaned
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Italian modern leather modular sofa Bogo by Bartoli Rossi di Albizzate 1970s
By Rossi di Albizzate, Carlo Bartoli
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern brown leather modular sofa Bogo by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Plastic
Black Leather Leather
Cubo
Sectional Sofa by Harvey Probber, 1970s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
Thirteen-section black leather 'Cubo' sofa designed by Harvey Probber. The Cubo sectional is
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather
Hugo de Ruiter Leolux Mid-Century Buffalo Leather Three Seater Sofa, 1970s
By Leolux, Hugo de Ruiter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-lasting materials. The sofa features thick buffalo leather upholstery, renowned for its luxurious feel and
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Dutch Leather Gerard Van Den Berg Ringo Sofa, 1970s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This stunning leather sofa was made in the Netherlands around the 1970s and designed by Gerard van
Category
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather
Danish Three-seater Leather Sofa by Jørgen Gammelgaard, 1970s.
By Jørgen Gammelgaard, Erik Jørgensen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Three-seater Leather Sofa by Jørgen Gammelgaard, 1970s.
Sculptural Danish Mid-Century
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Lounge Sofa in Cognac Leather by George Bighinello for Eurosalotto, Italy, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Large lounge sofa in cognac leather by George Bighinello for Eurosalotto, Italy, in the 1970s
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Black Patchwork Leather Convertible Sofa by De Sede, Switzerland, ca 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Geneva, CH
Black patchwork leather convertible sofa produced by De Sede, Switzerland, ca. 1970s
Good
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather
Italian modern Brown leather modular sofa Paione by Salocchi for Sormani, 1970s
By Claudio Salocchi, Sormani
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Brown leather modular sofa Paione by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, 1970s
Modular
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Set of Three De Sede DS-83 Sofas in Tan Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of Three De Sede DS-83 Sofas in Tan Leather, Switzerland, 1970s
Exceptional set of three DS-83
Category
Late 20th Century Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
De Sede DS-88 Sectional Sofa Daybed in Cognac Tan Leather Switzerland, 1970
s
By De Sede
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Introducing this gorgeous Cognac Tan leather DS88 landscape daybed / sofa by De Sede in patchwork
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam, Wood
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Leather Sofa 1970s For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of leather sofa 1970s for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct leather sofa 1970s — often made from animal skin, leather and wood — can elevate any home. Leather sofa 1970s have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Leather sofa 1970s made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Leather sofa 1970s have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by De Sede, Mario Bellini and Cassina are consistently popular.
How Much are Leather Sofa 1970s?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $6,725, while they’re typically $735 on the low end and $69,074 highest priced.
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 Leather Sofa 1970s
- What was worn in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.
- Can I dye a leather sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Yes, you can dye a leather sofa. To do so, you must typically begin by sanding down the upholstery, oiling it and then applying dye. Because there is a risk that you could damage your sofa, you may wish to enlist the help of a professional upholsterer or furniture repair expert. Find a variety of leather sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few different types of leather that are great for sofas - royalin, full grain and top grain leather. In terms of style and comfort, it really comes down to a matter of preference. You’ll find a variety of leather sofa options from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are the 1970s mid-century?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Was velvet used in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
- What is 1970s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best type of leather for a sofa is top grain leather, which is smooth, supple and the most expensive. Top grain has two grades — aniline, which is most natural and semi-aniline, which may be coated with a protective top coat. You can also have top grain leather that is pigmented. If you are looking for some contemporary, vintage and antique leather sofas, you can visit 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To tell if a sofa is real leather, run your hand along the upholstery. With real leather, you're likely to feel an uneven or bumpy underlayer due to the natural characteristics of the material. By comparison, man-made leather will usually feel perfectly smooth. The appearance of the leather can also be a giveaway. Natural leather will usually show off variations in its grain, while faux leather will typically have a regular repeated pattern. If you're still uncertain after completing an inspection yourself, consult a certified appraiser or experienced furniture dealer for assistance. Explore a large selection of leather sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether a leather sofa is a good investment depends on a variety of factors. The materials and quality of craftsmanship will affect how long a piece lasts, but how you care for and use it will also impact longevity. Forward-thinking design and sensuous materials are the hallmarks of 1970s-era leather seating, which feels as sexy, comfortable and radical today as it did in its heyday. Through joint research with several forward-looking furniture manufacturers into state-of-the-art industrial processes, designers of the original leather-clad beanbag chair Piero Gatti, Cesare Paolini and Franco Teodoro explored ways of employing polyurethane foam to serve as both cushion and structure, offering a whole new range of seating concepts. There is likely a leather sofa in everyone’s budget, but taking care of your investment is important. Unlike upholstery, the color of the leather sofa you choose won’t make a difference when it comes to regular maintenance. A damp cloth can be used to remove dust, for example. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of leather sofas from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022With Italian leather, you want to avoid getting the material wet. If you can, use a dry cloth or vacuum to remove dirt. For stains, use a damp cloth, but avoid chemical cleaners. Save the hassle and shop a collection of Italian leather furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is an Italian leather sofa good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Yes, an Italian leather sofa is typically good. Italian leather is known for being a high-quality material that is pleasing to the eye and has a luxurious, supple feel. As a result, it can be a fine option for sofas. Keep in mind that the sturdiness and strength of the frame and the resilience of the padding and suspension systems inside of sofas also impact their quality and durability. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of leather sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024The highest-grade leather for a sofa is full-grain leather. It comes from the topmost layer of the animal hide and does not undergo any buffing or sanding. As a result, it is highly durable, has a luxurious, supple feel and shows off the beautiful natural grain pattern of genuine leather. Explore a variety of leather sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Full-grain and top-grain leather are both good quality-leathers for sofas. Full-grain leather consists of the full hide, making it durable yet supple and visually appealing. Top-grain leather is more economically priced and has the outermost layer of the hide sanded and buffed away, giving it a smoother texture and less of a visible grain. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of leather sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021When choosing a leather sofa, it's important to consider the material's quality, especially if you're looking for an enduring item. Top-grain calfskin leather, for instance, is more durable and simpler to maintain than corrected-grain leather. Top-grain leather also softens with age and develops a unique sheen. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage leather sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024To tell a good-quality leather sofa, examine its details closely. The highest-end pieces will usually feature full-grain leather, which refers to a strong and durable grade of leather that retains its original grain surface (hair and imperfections are removed). What type of fill is present inside the cushions also impacts the quality, with spring seats with felt and wool and high-grade foam being featured in the best sofas. Finally, frames will typically be produced out of sturdy materials like wood and feature strong joints. Explore a large collection of sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How long a leather sofa should last depends on its construction and materials. You can get a good idea of how long a particular sofa will last by looking at its warranty. Often, the leather upholstery wears out on a sofa before the frame. Find a range of leather sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Burgundy pairs well with grey, turquoise, golden yellow, and umber. In addition, the warm-green tone contrasts beautifully with the burgundy leather furnishings. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage and antique leather sofas.
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