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Marco Zanuso Milord Sofa Arflex Italy 1957
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
off white woven fabric. The sofa exists in different variations as it was taken back into production
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Contemporary Designer Acrylic Leg Settee with Button Tufted Seat and Tight Back
By Jonathan Adler
Located in Morristown, NJ
interlocking geometric cotton fabric on an off white ground, with matching (2) and contrasting (2) loose throw
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Settees
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Acrylic, Wood
Folke Ohlsson for DUX Teak Off-White Sofa
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful and rarely found midcentury Scandinavian Modern four-seat couch designed in the 1960s by
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Smashing off White Upholstered Sofa by Baker
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Like new stunning glamorous off white upholstered sofa by Baker having single seat cushion and two
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Danish Banana Sofa in Patterned Off White Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Banana sofa, off white upholstery, wooden legs, Denmark, 1940s.
This voluptuous sofa is executed
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Henredon Contemporary Modern Off White Cream Mohair Velvet Tufted Sofa Couch
By Henredon
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Henredon contemporary modern sofa. This is a beautiful modern sofa with a luxurious design and
Category
Late 20th Century American Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Modern Organic-Shaped Sofa in Off-White Bouclé Fabric
Located in Oostende, BE
follow the dimensions of the sofa.
The sofa was upholstered with a soft, off-white bouclé fabric
Category
2010s Dutch Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé
Spanish Brutalist Sofa in Ash and Off-White Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
sofa’s open appearance. The off-white cushions are put in place through hanging cloths that are attached
Category
Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Off White and Brown Freeform Sectional Sofa
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Glamorous 1980’s freeform two piece sectional sofa
Newly recovered in soft off white chenille and
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Italian Off White Leather Sofa by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti
By Saporiti, Alberto Rosselli Saporiti
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970’s off white leather ‘Confidential’ sofa design by Italian architect Alberto Rosselli for
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Custom Sofa Settee in an Off-White Linen Upholstered Fabric
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
FLOOR SAMPLE SALE
Custom Upholstered Sofa / settee in a linen blend fabric
Color: off-white
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Foam
Vintage Heywood Wakefield Rattan Sofa New Off-White Canvas Upholstery
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Heywood Wakefield rattan sofa with new off-white canvas upholstery. We will be
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Vintage Roche Bobois Post-Modern Off-White Ultra Suede Sofa
By Roche Bobois
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous Roche Bobois vintage postmodern off-white ultra-suede sofa. Beautiful condition, keeping
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Ultrasuede, Foam, Feathers
Scandinavian Modern Teak
Off White Leather Small Sofa Attributed to Ekornes
By Ekornes
Located in Topeka, KS
, zippered, and wearing a lovely off white leather. And there are hidden Velcro strips on the sofa deck and
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood, Teak
Vladimir Kagan, Organic Sofa, Original Off-White Fabric, Weiman, America, 1980s
By Weiman Preview Furniture, Vladimir Kagan
Located in High Point, NC
An organic sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Preview Furniture.
Sofa is in it's
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Cini Boeri Brigadier Sofa in Off-White Leather for Gavina, Italy, 1973
By Cini Boeri, Gavina
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Stunning architectonic 'Brigadier' sofa by Cini Boeri for Gavina, Italy 1973. Nice minimalistic
Category
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Adrian Pearsall
2300-S
Boomerang Sofa in Walnut and Off-White Fabric
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 'Boomerang' sofa, model '2300-S', newly reupholstered fabric
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa for B&B Italia in Off-White Wool
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Dallas, TX
Design by brilliant architect Mario Bellini the "Le Bambole" sofa was birthed in the 1970s and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
Long Angle Arm Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Off White, Completely Original
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Kansas City, MO
Completely original angle arm floating sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. One owner
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Curved Serpentine Sectional Sofa in Off-White Velour
By Carsons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stunning 3-piece semi-circular sofa, circa 1970s. This sofa can be used with 2 or 3 sections. It
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Post-Modern
Sleek Fine Top-Grain Off-White Leather Sofa by Nicoletti of Italy
By Nicoletti Salotti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A superb and classy sofa designed and manufactured by Nicoletti of Italy. This sofa is upholstered
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
B&B Italia Two Piece "Bend" Sofa by Patricia Urquiola, 2010, off White, Signed
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in Kansas City, MO
"Bend" sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia, 2010. This example was purchased five
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Ligne Roset Ploum 3 Seater High Back Sofa in Off-White/Cream Wool Fabric
By Ligne Roset
Located in Seattle, WA
sofas' truly ample dimensions, provides extreme comfort and accommodates different ways of sitting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Off White Bench with Metal Black Frame, Italy, 1960s
Located in London, GB
sofa. Its slim, smooth metal frame makes a gorgeous contrast with the seat, wrapped in a deeply tufted
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin White Sectional Circle Sofa
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern model 825 semi circular off-white chenille couch or curved sectional
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Vintage Vladimir Kagan for Preview Sectional Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Palm Desert, CA
The sofa comes in 2 sections. Newly Upholstered with an off-white boucle.
The fabric has great
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
Enzo Mari Gambadilegno Sofas Driade, Italy, 1974
By Driade, Enzo Mari
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
sofa's were always together in a pair and have solid pine round feet and beautiful original off white
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Pine
A. Rudin Channel Back Cloud Sofa with Oversized Chair
By A. Rudin
Located in Culver City, CA
A stunning set; this A. Rudin channel back sofa in off-white is just as comfortable as it is
Category
Vintage 1980s American Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Set of Serpentine Sofas by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, 1970s
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Westport, CT
-upholstered in high-quality off-white wool by Kravet. Both sofas are left-arm versions, meant to zig-zag one
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
Le Jeune Upholstery St Tropez 2-Seat Sofa Showroom Model
By Iconic Design Gallery
Located in Miami, FL
elegance. The fabric used for the upholstery and the included pillow is an off-white linen. The sofa is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Kali
Leather Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, c. 1995, Signed
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
' loveseat sofa couch in off-white leather would work great in a Post-Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Space Age
Category
1990s French Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mario Bellini Modular
Camaleonda
in Pierre Frey Woolen Upholstery
By Mario Bellini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Bellini, large modular 'Cameleonda' sofa, off white woolen upholstery by Pierre Frey, Italy
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
Sofa Loveseat Attributed to Kurt Ostervig. Expertly Restored in Off White Boucle
Located in Kansas City, MO
Sofa Settee attributed to Kurt Ostervig, Denmark, 1950s. Expertly restored in an off white /beige
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Off-White Boucle Martin Visser Sofa Daybed BR-02
t Spectrum Netherlands
By
t Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
to design have long determined the collection.
The BR 02 sofa bed, designed in 1960, is Visser's
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Metal
Marco Zanuso Milord Sofa Arflex Italy 1957
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
off white woven fabric. The sofa exists in different variations as it was taken back into production
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
American Designer, Bench, Oak, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A stained oak and off-white fabric bench or sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1940s.
Seat
Category
Vintage 1940s American Benches
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Italian Art Deco Butterfly Settee, 1950s
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, beige off-white fabric, Italy, 1950s.
This eye-catching vibrant settee features a sculptural
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Fabric
"Terrazza" Sofa by Ubald Klug
By Ubald Klug, Stendig Co., De Sede
Located in New York, NY
"Terrazza" sofa in off-white (or cream) leather by Swiss designer, architect, and sculptor Ubald
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Plywood
Jacques Adnet Large Leather Sofa, 1945
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Encino, CA
Jacques Adnet (1901-1984).
Spectacular and extremely rare sofa, France, circa 1945-1950.
The base
Category
Vintage 1940s French Sofas
Materials
Brass
Erpo Designer Footstool Leather Off-White Sofa Couch
By ERPO
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Erpo designer footstool leather off-white sofa couch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools
Materials
Leather
Erpo Designer Footstool Leather Off-White Sofa Couch
By ERPO
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Erpo designer footstool leather off-white sofa couch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Footstools
Materials
Leather
Pair of Off-White Sofas
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of Danish Modern neo-classical style sofas in off-white wool upholstery
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Sofas
$3,200
Henredon Black And Off White Sofa
Located in Geneva, IL
ABSOLUTELY LIKE NEW! THIS IS A VINTAGE 1960S HENREDON SOFA (FOUND WITH ORIGINAL TAG ON IT) SO
Category
Vintage 1960s American Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Chesterfield Leather Sofa Off-White Three-Seat Couch
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Chesterfield leather sofa off-white three-seat couch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Sofas
Materials
Leather
Fitzgerald of San Francisco off White Velvet Sofa
Located in San Francisco, CA
Design Plus Gallery presents a sofa from Fitzgerald of San Francisco. This beautiful sofa is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Himolla Trapez Sofa Off-White Three-Seat Couch Recliner
By Himolla
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Himolla Trapez sofa off-white three-seat couch recliner.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Himolla Trapez Sofa Off-White Three-Seat Couch Recliner
By Himolla
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Himolla Trapez sofa off-white three-seat couch recliner.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Himolla Trapez Sofa Off-White Three-Seat Couch Recliner
By Himolla
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Himolla Trapez sofa off-white three-seat couch recliner.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Machalke Crack Leather Sofa Off-White Two-Seat Couch
By Machalke Furniture
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Machalke crack leather sofa off-white two-seat couch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Sofas
Materials
Leather
Koinor Volare Leather Sofa Off-White Three-Seat Couch
By Koinor
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Koinor Volare leather sofa off-white three-seat couch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Sofas
Materials
Leather
Jori Espalda Leather Sofa Off-White Two-Seat Couch
By JORI
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Jori Espalda leather sofa off-white two-seat couch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Sofas
Materials
Leather
Himolla Trapez Sofa Off-White Three-Seat Couch Recliner
By Himolla
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Himolla Trapez sofa off-white three-seat couch recliner.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Erpo Designer Leather Sofa Off-White Two-Seat Couch
By ERPO
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Erpo designer leather sofa off-white two-seat couch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Jori Espalda Leather Sofa Off-White Three-Seat Couch
By JORI
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Jori Espalda leather sofa off-white three-seat couch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Sofas
Materials
Leather
Designo Leather Sofa off White Two-Seat Couch Function
By SF Designo
Located in Cologne, DE
Original Designo leather sofa in a beautiful off-white with useful function.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Leather
Machalke Designer Off-White Leather Sofa Two-Seat Couch
By Machalke Furniture
Located in Cologne, DE
Off-white colored original Machalke designer leather sofa, in a minimalistic and modern design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Sofas
Materials
Leather
Willi Schillig Leather Corner-Sofa Off-White
By Willi Schillig
Located in Cologne, DE
We bring to you an Willi Schillig leather corner-sofa off-white.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Sofas
Materials
Leather
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Off White Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of off white sofas for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and fabric, all off white sofas available were constructed with great care. Find 26 antique and vintage off white sofas at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 7 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Off white sofas have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Off white sofas are generally popular furniture pieces, but Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small off white sofas measuring 12 inches across. ERPO, De Sede and B&B Italia each produced beautiful off white sofas that are worth considering.
How Much are Off White Sofas?
Prices for off white sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, off white sofas begin at $366 and can go as high as $36,450, while the average can fetch as much as $2,814.
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 Off White Sofas
- What colors go with white sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The colors that go with a white sofa can be soft, muted hues or mellow tones. Wall colors can be white, beige, soft pale, subtle yellow-gold, warm mocha brown, gray-blue, turquoise blue or sage green. Shop a range of vintage white sofas on 1stDibs today.
- Why is it called a sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024Why 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, 2021The 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.
- What is a sofa plinth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a sofa suite?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Also 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.
- What is a sofa armchair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024A 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.
- What is a serpentine sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a tufted sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021In 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.
- What is a Dune sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024A 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.
On 1stDibs, find a large selection of sofas. - Is a sofa a chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024By 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.
- When was the sofa invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024No 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.
- What is a Sheraton sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a chaise on a sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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."
- What is a recamier sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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.
- What is a modular sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is an Empire sofa?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An 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.
- What is an Italian sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024An 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.
- What is a studio sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A 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.
- What is a Knoll Sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Knoll sofa, or a Knole sofa, is an interesting piece of furniture that’s believed to have its origins in the 1600s and to be the precursor to the modern sofa. It features two side-by-side cushions and arms that are as high as the back of the sofa. The most interesting feature is that these arms can often be tied back or dropped to change the profile of the sofa. Find an assortment of Knole sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Chesterfield sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Chesterfield sofa is a couch with rolled arms that are as tall as the back of the sofa. They always feature deep button tufting everywhere, including the cushion.
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Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
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This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
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Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
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