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Diesis sofa in tan leather by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1970s
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Stunning Diesis sofa in tan or cognac leather and dark cast aluminium frame with brass details
Category
Vintage 1960s Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Pale Cognac Leather Swan Sofa by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
Very nice example from 1964 this Swan sofa by Arne Jacobsen is in pale cognac colored leather and
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
"Marcel" Modular Sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina, 1970s, Cognac Leather
By Gavina, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Brescia, Brescia
modules and leather are beautifully highlighted by the contrast of brushed aluminum bands that extend from
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Eames Model 3473 Sofa for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Houston, TX
luxurious black leather, this minimal sofa has a gently-angled, segmented backrest and seat. The angled seat
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Danish Midcentury Airport Style Leather Sofa with Metal Legs by Skjold Sorensen
By Skjold Sørensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fabulous Danish airport style sofa in cognac colored leather characteristically raised on metal
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Important Leather Sofa By Charles Ramos France 1958
By Charles Ramos
Located in Hudson, NY
Charles Ramos, rare, leather sofa on gilded aluminum legs. Minimal, elegant, graceful and yet
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
John Vesey Sofa
Located in Amarillo, TX
John Vesey sofa.
From an important estate.
John Vesey Inc.
USA, circa 1967.
Leather with
Category
Vintage 1960s American Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
$60,000
Three-seater leather sofa DS-31 by De Sede Switzerland, 1970
s
By De Sede
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Three-seater leather sofa DS-31 by De Sede Switzerland, 1970's. The DS-31 is a timeless classic
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Italian Diesis Ochre Leather Sofa by Citterio
Nava for B&B Italia, 1979
By Paolo Nava
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Diesis ochre leather sofa by Citterio & Nava for B&B Italia, 1979. The Diesis sofà was
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel, Aluminum
Italian Diesis Ochre Leather Sofa by Citterio
Nava for B&B Italia, 1979
By Paolo Nava
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Diesis ochre leather Sofa by Citterio & Nava for B&B Italia, 1979. The Diesis sofà was
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel, Aluminum
Diesis three seater sofa in tan leather by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1970
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Stunning Diesis three seater sofa in tan/ cognac leather and dark cast aluminium frame with brass
Category
Vintage 1960s Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
"Diesis" Black Leather and Steel Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1979
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Renens, CH
"Diesis" black leather and steel sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia 1979.
The Diesis is the
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Eames Three Seater Sofa in black leather and walnut by Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in San Diego, CA
aluminum, which along with the design’s aluminum braces, provide durable strength.
The Eames sofa is the
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Leather and Lucite Floating Sofa by William C. Andrus for Steelcase
By Steelcase, William Andrus
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage leather and lucite sofa designed by William C. Andrus for Steelcase in the United
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Black Leather
Walnut Three Seat Sofa by Charles
Ray Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in San Diego, CA
Authentic black leather and walnut three seat sofa by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller, circa
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Molinari Systema Modular Sofa
By Molinari
Located in Dronten, NL
of Molinari's "Selezione Prestige" line.
So much quality!
Simply place the aluminum rails on the
Category
1990s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Erik Jørgensen Three-Seat Sofa
By Erik Jørgensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Erik Jørgensen three-seat original upholstered with black leather
Legs of aluminium.
Model 220
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
John Vesey Sofa, Pair Available
By John Vesey
Located in Amarillo, TX
1967.
Leather with aluminum legs.
Measures: 95 W x 38 D x 31 H inches.
241 W x 96.5 D x 78.7 H cm
Category
Vintage 1960s American Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
John Behringer Link Aluminium Bench
By John Behringer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
John Behringer sofa. Original condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century European Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Arne Jacobsen Swan Sofa walnut elegance
Located in Esbjerg, DK
upholstered with walnut elegance leather
Category
Vintage 1960s Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Eames sofa by Herman Miller
Located in Highland, IN
The last design produced by Charles and Ray Eames, this sofa design evolved from 1967 until it went
Category
Late 20th Century American Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Erik Jørgensen Three-Seat Sofa
By Erik Jørgensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Erik Jørgensen three-seat original upholstered with black leather
Legs of aluminium.
Model 220
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Rare Artifort 700 Setsu Sofa
By Wolfgang Mueller Deisig, Artifort
Located in Dronten, NL
removed the sofa offers a side table on both sides, a very practical transformation.
The leather is in
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Jorgen Khastholm sofa
Located in London, GB
A very fine, early edition tan leather and aluminium, Jorgen Khastholm sofa. Circa 1965.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
$10,100
B&B Italia Diesis Sofa
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Dronten, NL
vintage condition.
Completely original in polished aluminum with black, partially perforated leather
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
$18,750
Arne Jacobsen Swan Sofa walnut elegance
Located in Esbjerg, DK
upholstered with walnut elegance leather
Category
Vintage 1960s Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Edward Wormley Early "Channel Back" Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in San Francisco, CA
A "Channel Back" sofa by Edward Wormley. Recently restored in ivory leather with a deep
Category
Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Diesis Sofa by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Dronten, NL
in polished aluminum with black leather arms and back.
Literature: Repertorio del Design Italiano
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Donald Deskey Sofa for Charak Modern
By Donald Deskey
Located in Pawtucket, RI
polished aluminium legs. Nicely redone in leather and fabric. Interesting later design by one of America's
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Herman Miller Sofa by Mark Goetz
By Herman Miller
Located in Denton, TX
Stunning ebonized oak frame with grey leather and aluminum tapered legs by Mark Goetz for Herman
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Miller Borgsen Sofa Röder Söhne, Germany, 1966
By Miller Borgsen
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
. The sofa has a solid aluminium frame and black leather upholstered seats. Very nice details on the
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Herman Miller Eames Three-Seat Sofa
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Herman Miller Eames three-seat sofa in camel leather with walnut slats on back and polished
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Tito Agnoli Daybed Sofa
s Cinova, Italy, 1968
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
, Italy 1968. The sofa's have a wood structure covered with foam and off white leather, with metal spring
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
$6,829 / item
De Sede DS31/3 Lounge Sofa Switzerland, 1970
By De Sede
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
nice dynamic shaped base, in chrome-plated aluminum. The sofa seats very comfortable. A typical detail
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Mark Goetz Three Seat Sofa for Herman Miller
By Mark Goetz Herman Miller, Herman Miller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
, quality brown leather cushions, and aluminum legs. Designed in 1998, this example produced in 2001, signed
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Eames for Herman Miller Three-Seat Soft Pad Sofa
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This is a true Iconinc Eames soft pad sofa. Referred to as "The Last Piece"
"The Eames sofa was
Category
20th Century Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Gian Pietro Arosio, Two Armchairs Forming Sofa, circa 1970
By Pietro Arosio
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
leather, brushed aluminium structure.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
1st Edition Softpad Sofa ES108 Designed by Charles
Ray Eames, 1984
By ICF Milano 1, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
-seater sofa, with it´s polished aluminium base and the solid wood seating frame and backrests, comes with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Erik Jørgensen Delphi Sofa, Model EJ450-E11, Designed by Hannes Wettstein
By Hannes Wettstein, Erik Ole Jørgensen
Located in Lejre, DK
upholstered with cognac colored elegance leather and with legs of aluminium.
Category
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
"Diesis" Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Dronten, NL
We offer museum quality crating and affordable worldwide shipping. Feel free to inquire!
Category
Antique 1880s Italian Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Rare two seater sofa Len Niggelman by Philippe Starck for Disform, 1985
By Disform, Philippe Starck
Located in London, GB
, this limited edition sofa features the distinctive aluminium fin shaped legs with distinctive Starck
Category
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
1st Year Production Very Rare Ray
Charles Eames Three-Seat Sofa
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an extremely rare and valuable first-year production Eames three-seat sofa from 1984, which
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Midcentury Sofa by Antonio Citterio and Paolo Nava, Model Diesis for B&B
By B&B Italia, Paolo Nava, Antonio Citterio
Located in Berlin, DE
polished aluminium with brown / cognac leather arms and back.
Marked with label by manufacturer.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
B&B Italia Diesis Three-Seat Sofa Designed by Citterio
Nava, 1979
By B&B Italia, Paolo Nava, Antonio Citterio
Located in Berlin, BE
Diesis sofa, designed by Antonio Citterio and Paolo Nava, Italy, B&B Italia, 1979. The three-seat
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Eames Sofa ES108 by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller 1980s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Saint Paul, MN
wanted the ES108 to go to production without arms, a decision reflected in the Sofa Compact and 3473 Sofa
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Midcentury Settee In Leather
By J.G. Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
., Brooklyn, NY. Cast aluminium legs. In great condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Design Within Reach DWR Como Sectional Sofa by Giorgio Soressi Made in Italy
By Giorgio Soressi, Design Within Reach
Located in West Hartford, CT
best-in-class sofas and chairs for many prestigious retailers to this day, blending design, research
Category
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Modular Lounge Sofa or Chair or Table Set by Herbert Hirche 1974 Mauser, Germany
By Mauser Werke, Herbert Hirche
Located in Munster, NRW
.
Thick synthetic black leather and a cast aluminium and tubular steel frame, very comfortable!
In 1974
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Antonio Citterio Black Leather Daybed Model Sity B&B, Italia, 1980
s
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Elegant with clean lines sofa or daybed model Sity designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia in
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Eames for Herman Miller Tandem Sling Bench in Black Edelman Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
been redone with such luxury in mind. Refurbished aluminum frames and reupholstered in world-class
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Custom Restored Tandem Sling by Eames for Herman Miller, Edelman Leather
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
these classics by refurbishing the original lightweight aluminum frames and splitting them apart to
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Andre
Vandenbeuck per Strassle International Poltrona in Pelle "Aluline", 1960s
By Strässle International, Andre Vandenbeuck
Located in Naples, IT
Poltrona "Aluline" di alta qualità e dal design elegante, prodotta dalla Strässle International negli anni '60, in alluminio fuso e pelle marrone. Un a poltrona senza tempo e molto c...
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Four Seat Tandem Unit by Charles
Ray Eames for Herman Miller, No Middle Arms
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Kansas City, MO
. Black leather and cast aluminum. Ready to use.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Eames for Herman Miller Seating System in Burgundy
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Washington D.C. Dulles airports. They based the design for the sling seating upholstery on the Aluminum Group
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Eames for Herman Miller Seating System in Brown
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Washington D.C. Dulles airports. They based the design for the sling seating upholstery on the Aluminum Group
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Eames for Herman Miller Seating System in Brick Red
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Washington D.C. Dulles airports. They based the design for the sling seating upholstery on the Aluminum Group
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Tandem Sling by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, Four-Seat
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Dallas, TX
Ray and Charles Eames were commissioned to design the perfect utilitarian seating for the first international airports in 1962, created for comfort and convenience. For the modern-da...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
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Leather Sofa Aluminium For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal leather sofa aluminium for your home. Each leather sofa aluminium for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, aluminum and animal skin. If you’re shopping for a leather sofa aluminium, we have 105 options in-stock, while there are 7 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer leather sofa aluminium, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right leather sofa aluminium, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made leather sofa aluminium over the years, but those crafted by Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames and B&B Italia are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Leather Sofa Aluminium?
A leather sofa aluminium can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $7,041, while the lowest priced sells for $1,200 and the highest can go for as much as $60,000.
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 Leather Sofa Aluminium
- 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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.
- 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2021The best choice for a wall color that goes with a caramel sofa depends on your preferences. Caramel is a mellow hue that embraces a diverse variety of color combinations. Some of the choices that may add to the visual appeal of your caramel sofa are beige, bluish pink, orange and teal. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary leather sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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