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Natú Sofa by Frau Caze
Located in Geneve, CH
posture while sitting or reclining.
Manufacturing and obtaining of materials in Europe.
A variety of
Category
2010s Austrian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Walnut
$11,121 / item
Customizable Wittmann Vuelta Sofa by Jaime Hayon
By Wittmann, Jaime Hayon
Located in New York, NY
playfully around the corner, becomes the armrest, continues on to the sitter - or recliner–in order to
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
$7,343 / item
De Sede Ds-490 Modular Sofa in Off-White Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With two flicks of the wrist, DS-490 can be converted into a double recliner. The seat units with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
B&B Italia "Dambo" Sofa - In "Sirtaki" Jaquard
Located in Barrowford, GB
modern reclining-design creates is enhanced by the use of sumptuously comfortable, generously-upholstered
Category
2010s Sofas
Materials
Fabric
$16,891 Sale Price
20% Off
Brazilian Mid Century Sofa Bed by Catalina S.A., c. 1960s
Located in New York, NY
reclined, transforming the sofa into a flat position suitable for use as a bed. Following refinishing, the
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
$4,764 Sale Price
40% Off
Unopiu
Experience Sofa Outdoor Collection
By Unopiù
Located in Brooklyn, NY
weave make Experience an ele- gant, sophisticated line.
The loungers with reclining backs have sim- ple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
$2,090 / item
Pierre Chapo, S18Y “Love Seat” Bench in Elm and Patinated Leather, France, 1970s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Almelo, NL
comfort or integrity.
The gently reclined backrest and deep seat, paired with broad armrests and generous
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Elm
$5,962 Sale Price
25% Off
Easy Adjustable Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede, Markus Hartmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
three stages and offer individualized relaxing positions up to a flat reclining surface. Even the small
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Easy Adjustable Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede, Markus Hartmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
three stages and offer individualized relaxing positions up to a flat reclining surface. Even the small
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
1950s Danish 3-Seater Minerva Sofa in Teal by Peter Hvidt
Orla Nielsen
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt, France
Daverkosen
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
reclined backrest. It can be used if either side of the sofa is placed against a side wall.
This sofa can
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak
$6,137 Sale Price
25% Off
De Sede DS-880/23 Comfortable Sofa in Cuoio Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
imperishable homage to love at first sight. Whether used as a recliner, daybed, recamier or sofa – this classic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Sofa by Osvaldo Borsani Model D70 Italian for Tecno Years 1960
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
fabric). Possibility of adjusting the sofa in different positions until the fully reclined position
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal, Brass
De Sede DS-450/02 Sofa in Off-White Upholstery by Thomas Althaus
By Thomas Althaus, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
recliner. No wonder this model has become a bestseller for our Swiss manufacture in a very short period of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
1970s Curved Sculptural Rattan Denim Blue Sofa
By Mcquire
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
reclined back. These pieces are individually produced and finished with the highest level of hand
Category
Vintage 1970s Philippine Chinoiserie Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern British Loveseat by Ercol
By Ercol
Located in High Point, NC
, practical high armrests and a nice reclined posture. Rounded yet solemn, the architectural silhouette
Category
20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
$2,206 Sale Price
35% Off
Black Leather Sofa and Armchair Attributed to Frits Henningsen, C1950s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, GB
backrest reclines significantly, making this a comfortable and usable sofa. This sofa is 85 in wide
Category
Vintage 1950s European Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather
$5,114 Sale Price / set
70% Off
Directoire Style Sofa or Banquette with Adjustable Articulating Arms
Located in East Hampton, NY
recline. Newly reupholstered in navy blue linen. Firm enough for a banquette or table seating.
Category
Vintage 1930s Sofas
Materials
Linen
Juna Convertible Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
sofa suggests a recliner, and promises a special level of relaxing pleasure. Fold-down arm sections
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Customizable Wittmann Vuelta Sofa by Jaime Hayon
By Wittmann, Jaime Hayon
Located in New York, NY
playfully around the corner, becomes the armrest, continues on to the sitter, or recliner–in order to
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
$11,667 / item
Customizable Wittmann Vuelta Sofa by Jaime Hayon
By Wittmann, Jaime Hayon
Located in New York, NY
playfully around the corner, becomes the armrest, continues on to the sitter, or recliner, in order to
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric
$9,136 / item
Customizable Wittmann Vuelta Velvet Sofa by Jaime Hayon
By Jaime Hayon, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
playfully around the corner, becomes the armrest, continues on to the sitter - or recliner–in order to
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
$13,899 / item
Fried Egg Sofa, Canvas 424
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Hero791, Sprinkles694, Mosaic922
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$7,199 / item
Fried Egg Sofa, Hero 481
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Moonlight
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$8,999 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Hero 481, Sprinkles174, Mosaic 472
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$7,199 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Canvas 424, Canvas 614
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Hero 991, Ritz 6381
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cozy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Hero 991, Rewo 828, Merit 034
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Canvas 614, Canvas 424
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cozy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Hero 991, Rewo828, Merit035
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Hero 791, Sprinkles 274, Mosaic 722
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cozy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$7,199 / item
Fried Egg Sofa, Canvas 134
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cozy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa, Hero 991
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$6,499 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Nabuk Oceano, Terra
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$7,199 / item
Fried Egg Sofa Scandinavian Grey
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
$8,999 / item
1980s Poltrona Frau White Leather Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
recline; wooden feet provide subtle elevation. Quality craftsmanship meets impeccable style in this sleek
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$3,357 Sale Price
40% Off
DS-490 Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
a double recliner. The seat units with elaborately stitched upholstery offer supple comfort and
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Metal
$43,625 / item
Naeko Sofa (Daily Bed) by Kazuhide Takahama produced by Gavina Spa in 1957
By Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Ozzano Dell
emilia, IT
, slightly elastic wooden slats, transparent fiberglass feet ends. Fully reclining backrest to transform the
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Naeko Sofa by Kazuhide Takahama Paradisoterrestre Edition
By Paradisoterrestre, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Ozzano Dell
emilia, IT
, designed as a daily-bed thanks to its completely reclining backrest. It was immediately a great success, so
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Norwegian Modern 2-Seater Sofa Stressless Pegasus Low Back Loveseat
By Ekorness
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
produced springs for beds. In 1971, the revolutionary Stressless® reclining chair was introduced to the
Category
Early 2000s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
$3,826 Sale Price
20% Off
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa, Directional, in Chinoiserie Tiger Velvet
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
yourself reclining on a cloud, surrounded by the sumptuous embrace of luxurious velvet. Not just any velvet
Category
1990s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
$19,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Corner Sofa by Kann Design
Located in Geneve, CH
the contrast between the walnut backrest, decorated with two cushions at a reclining angle, and the
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
$9,206 / item
Vladimir Kagan Fiftyish Sofa in Super Soft Ivory White Bouclé
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in Saint Louis, MO
invite you to recline in surround comfort. The sofa's arms are comfortable and angled to compliment the
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
1970s Attributed to George Smith Velvet Jack Larsen Style Sofa on Castors
By George Smith
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
comfort to the elegant, whose roomy silhouette is complemented by a gently reclined back. Thoughtful
Category
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Upholstery
$4,950 Sale Price
23% Off
Mid Century Danish Modern Folke Ohlsson Sofa
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Tulsa, OK
known for its sleek, folding design and ergonomic comfort.
- **Recliners and Sofas**: Ohlsson also
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Compact Sofa
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
rare chance to lean ones head back as if on a recliner or sprawl out as one would on a sofa
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Other
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
De Sede DS-450/02 Sofa in Off-White Upholstery by Thomas Althaus
By Thomas Althaus, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
recliner. No wonder this model has become a bestseller for our Swiss manufacture in a very short period of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$12,533 Sale Price / item
15% Off
Naeko Sofa by Kazuhide Takahama Special Edition by Kiko Kostadinov
By Kiko Kostadinov, Paradisoterrestre, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Ozzano Dell
emilia, IT
completely reclining backrest. It was immediately a great success, so that it was proposed also in a more
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
De Sede DS-450/02 Sofa in Petrol Upholstery by Thomas Althaus
By Thomas Althaus, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
recliner. No wonder this model has become a bestseller for our Swiss manufacture in a very short period of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$12,537 Sale Price / item
22% Off
Juna Convertible Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
sofa suggests a recliner, and promises a special level of relaxing pleasure. Fold-down arm sections
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Charles Eames Herman Miller Compact Sofa
Located in Pasadena, TX
recliner or sprawl out as one would on a sofa.
Featuring a folding system with 2 1/2-inch-thick molded
Category
Vintage 1960s Sofas
Materials
Iron
$3,920 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Velvet Living Room Set by Holm Fabriker Ab, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
to specialize in the production of reclining sofas with its own patents, but armchairs and other
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Velvet, Wood
$7,178 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Sofa Daybed in Green Upholstery, Seng Company, Germany, 1930s
By Seng
Located in Antwerp, BE
, swivel and recliner chairs, and the metal bed frame.
Check out our Goldwood storefront for more Mid
Category
Vintage 1930s German Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Metal
De Sede DS-880/23 Comfortable Sofa in Cuoio Leather Seat and Back Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
imperishable homage to love at first sight. Whether used as a recliner, daybed, recamier or sofa – this classic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Customizable Artifort Bras Sofa by Khodi Feiz
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
The Bras invites you to make yourself comfortable, and embraces you. Reclining and taking it easy
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile
$7,059 / item
Customizable Artifort Bras Sofa by Khodi Feiz
By Artifort
Located in New York, NY
The bras invites you to make yourself comfortable, and embraces you. Reclining and taking it easy
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile
$7,059 / item
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Reclining Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of reclining sofas available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct reclining sofas — often made from animal skin, leather and fabric — can elevate any home. We have 221 antique and vintage reclining sofas in-stock, while there are 73 modern editions to choose from as well. Reclining sofas have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of reclining sofas to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern reclining sofas are of considerable interest. Not every interior allows for large reclining sofas, so small reclining sofas measuring 18.9 inches across are available at 1stDibs. Reclining sofas have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by De Sede, Himolla and Ekornes Stressless are consistently popular.
How Much are Reclining Sofas?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,926, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $43,210 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 Reclining Sofas
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best brand of reclining sofas is really a matter of preference. When choosing a reclining sofa, one should take style, comfort, quality, materials and color into account. Shop a range of antique and vintage reclining sofas on 1stDibs.
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