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Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Rare Black and White 868-M Walnut Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in West Hartford, CT
legs are slightly shorter than the front which allows for a slight recline. The epitome of iconic Mid
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Textile, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Rare Black and White 868-M Walnut Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in West Hartford, CT
legs are slightly shorter than the front which allows for a slight recline. The epitome of iconic Mid
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Textile, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Rare Black and White 868-M Walnut Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in West Hartford, CT
legs are slightly shorter than the front which allows for a slight recline. The epitome of iconic Mid
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Textile, Walnut
Danish Retro Teak and Leather Sofa by Arne Vodder Vintage, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in London, GB
reclining armchairs and footstool, please see listed under our other items for sale.
Measures: Depth 86
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
Restored 3/4 3-Strand Round Pretzel Rattan Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Three-strand 3/4 reverse pretzel arm rattan Livingroom set with a sectional sofa and reclining
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Materials
Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Two-Person Illona Sofa by Arne Norell, Circa 1960
By Arne Norell
Located in Round Top, TX
furniture and manufactured by Aneby Møbler.
This unique sofa sits comfortably with low, reclined seating
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Danish Sofa, 1950s
Located in London, GB
for years to come. Long enough to seat four, and deep enough for a single person to recline across its
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Beech
$12,543
Antique 2 Seat Sofa, French, Textile, Beech, Settee, Lounge, Victorian, C.1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
finish offering warm hues
Low double camel back promotes relaxed reclining
Feather-stuffed seat
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Sofas
Materials
Beech
20thC Italian Maralunga Sofa In Off-White Leather By Vico Magistretti c.1980
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
and a reclined posture for relaxed lounging and head support.
This late-20th-century example remains
Category
20th Century Italian Other Sofas
Materials
Leather
Renzo Zavanella Eccentric Mid-Century Velvet Sofa
By Renzo Zavanella
Located in Milano, IT
side arms are slightly reclined, also in velvet, with a fringed flounce to surround and embellish it
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Mid Century Two Seat Vintage Leather Sofa by Arne Norell, Sweden
By Aneby Mobler, Arne Norell
Located in Round Top, TX
manufactured by Aneby Møbler (makers mark visible).
This unique sofa sits comfortably with low, reclined
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Arne Norell Two Seat Vintage Brown Leather Sofa, Sweden
By Arne Norell, Aneby Mobler
Located in Round Top, TX
manufactured by Aneby Møbler (makers mark visible).
This unique sofa sits comfortably with low, reclined
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Charles Eames for Herman Miller Compact Sofa
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
ones head back as if on a recliner or sprawl out as one would on a sofa. Featuring a folding system
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
George Nelson Modular Group Sectional Sofa by Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Highland, IN
very comfortable pitch and the arms are a great height for sitting or reclining.
The sofa has been
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Antique Victorian Mahogany Sofa Chaise Longue Settee, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
practice of sitting at a table to the far more distinctive practice of reclining on couches as early as the
Category
Antique 1860s English Victorian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Link Sofa by Lowie Vermeersch and Design Agency Kvd for Durlet, 2000
By Durlet
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
different dimension: you can choose your way of sitting, reclining, …
We offer you an identical pair of
Category
Early 2000s Belgian Organic Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
B&B Italia Maxalto "Dives Soft" Sofa - In "Lossana" Wool
Located in Barrowford, GB
position this iconic modern reclining-design creates is enhanced by the use of sumptuously comfortable
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Wool
Vintage Signed Poul Cadovius
Basketweave
Settee in Rosewood and Cotton, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius, France
Søn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
design.
Tapered back cushions allow for a nice reclined comfort, petite size make these great for a
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Settees
Materials
Cotton, Rosewood, Teak
Vintage Italian lounge comprising white bouclé sofa, armchair and ottoman
By Italian school XX ct.
Located in Milano, IT
grace. This sofa is more than just a piece of furniture; it's an invitation to recline in comfort and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
Natuzzi Roma Hand Dyed Cigar Brown Leather Sofa Raising Headrest Part of a Suite
By Natuzzi
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
rise and tilt recline feature, an armchair with the same electric action and lastly a large 2-3 seat
Category
20th Century Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather
Restored Three-Strand "S-Arm" Rattan Living Room Set
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century shape to each arm with a slightly reclined back and beautiful wicker wrappings throughout
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Rattan
Mid Century Modern Flexsteel Thunderbird Sofa
By Flexsteel
Located in Tulsa, OK
offers a wide range of furniture products, including sofas, sectionals, recliners, chairs, bedroom sets
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
1970s De Sede Reclining Sofa in Buffalo Hide Leather
By De Sede
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare, early 1970s 'De Sede of Switzerland' reclining sofa upholstered in the original chocolate
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
2-Piece Sectional Sofa in Grey Fabric Black Steel Frame with Recline Function
By Rolf Benz
Located in Chicago, IL
Benz PLURA to completely match your personal needs. With the reclining option, for example, the back
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Steel
1940s Knoll Model 700 Sofa Daybed by Richard Stein
By Knoll, Richard Stein
Located in Miami, FL
back to recline, exposing the whole of the bottom bed. The back does not recline to a flat position
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Walnut
De Sede Leather Sofa, DS 101
By De Sede
Located in Chicago, IL
using some of the finest leather available. Seats extend forward to reclining position.
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
6.5
Art Deco Chaise Sofa
Located in Pasadena, TX
chaise lounge for reclining as well as sitting.
Rich brown velvet. Pedestal style feet.
Category
Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Velvet
$3,920
Yngve Ekstrom MX 01 Sofa Sleeper for Pastoe
By Yngve Ekström, Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Back of one Armrest, probably from Age, Not Structural. Fully Reclined Depth is 36"
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass, Metal
De Sede "DS-101" Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
De Sede "DS-101" leather sofa. This sofa reclines for added comfort. The De Sede DS 101 as seen in
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Daybed Chaise
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
. Plush and comfortable seating or reclining area resting on signature solid brass tapered legs
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Brass
Maralunga 2-Seater Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1990s
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
avant-garde mechanism of the Maralunga sofa allows the backrest cushion to recline and rise upwards
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
50% depositSOREN SET of TWO Wittmann Vuelta Sofas in TAUPE VELVET by Jaime Hayon
By Jaime Hayon, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
backrest rotates playfully around the corner, becomes the armrest, continues on to the sitter, or recliner
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Velvet
50%BALANCE SOREN SET of TWO Wittmann Vuelta Sofas in TAUPE VELVET by Jaime Hayon
By Jaime Hayon, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
, or recliner, in order to enclose them, as in an embrace. The special shape is divided by expertly
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Vintage Pieff
Co. "Alpha" Two-Seat Sofa in Chrome and Brown Leather, 1970s
By Tim Bates, Pieff and Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
system allows the body to conform closely to the deeply reclined stance of the sofa. All original vintage
Category
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1970s De Sede DS-1010
Sitting Bull
Nude Buffalo Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in San Antonio, TX
for more head support, and each sofa chair reclines for ultimate relaxation. Model DS-1010,
Circa
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Ostrich Leather
Kristin 50% BALANCE Wittmann Vuelta Sofa Designed by Jaime Hayon
By Jaime Hayon, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
to the sitter, or recliner, in order to enclose them, as in an embrace. The special shape is divided
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Kristin 50% deposit Wittmann Vuelta Sofa Designed by Jaime Hayon
By Jaime Hayon, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
recliner, in order to enclose them, as in an embrace. The special shape is divided by expertly crafted seam
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Vitra by Antonio Citterio Area Black Fabric Three-Seater Sofa, 2003
By Vitra, Antonio Citterio
Located in Basildon, London
sofa has three individual cushioned backrests which recline for ultimate comfort.
Combining modern
Category
Early 2000s German Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Corner sofa Koinor Free Motion Edit 3 Leather Couch Beamed Oak
By Koinor
Located in Berlin, DE
are electrically adjustable in their sitting/reclining position.
Condition: Good used condition with
Category
2010s German Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak
De Sede DS-76 Modular Sofa – 3-Seat Configuration, Restored, Velvet Upholstery
By De Sede
Located in Astoria, NY
this piece especially unique is its built-in sleeping function – each module can recline or fold out
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Cassina Vintage LC2 3 Seater Sofa by Le Corbusier
By Le Corbusier
Located in Basildon, London
and a precise reclining angle ensure an unparalleled level of relaxation, while the low profile exudes
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Grete Jalk Style Three-Seat Wood Frame Grey Velvet Sofa Couch
By Grete Jalk
Located in Chattanooga, TN
frame. Angled back legs add visual dynamism. This angle gives a gentle reclined position to the couch
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Beech
Leather Patchwork Sofa by Ernst Lüthy, Founder of De Sede, Switzerland, 1960
s
By De Sede
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
listed is the front lip of the seat and there is a slightly recline in the seat.
Similar in style to
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Leather Patchwork Sofa by Ernst Lüthy, Founder of De Sede, Switzerland, 1960
s
By De Sede
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
listed is the front lip of the seat and there is a slightly recline in the seat.
Similar in style to
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage "Coronado" Sofa in Red Leather and Velvet by Tobia Scarpa, 1966
By C&B Italia, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
from sliding forward while reclining, help resist and absorb the extra wear that the seat cushions tend
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Velvet
Italian Black Leather Lounge Seating Area Sofa by Antonio Citterio for Vitra
By Antonio Citterio, Vitra
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
it that reclines a little when resting back for a comfortable posture.
German production for VITRA
Category
Late 20th Century German Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Eames for Herman Miller Blue Compact Sofa
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
lean one's head back as if on a recliner or sprawl out as one would on a sofa. This sofa seats three
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Eames For Herman Miller Yellow Compact Sofa
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Pasadena, TX
lean ones head back as if on a recliner or sprawl out as one would on a sofa. This sofa seats three and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Swedish 1960
s Sofa with Wooden Accents and Low Organic Proportions
Located in Bridgeport, CT
, the company began to specialize in the production of reclining sofas with its own patents, but
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Walnut
5 Pc. Mario Papperzini for Salterini Suite Loveseat, Chair, Ottoman, Tables
By Mario Papperzini, Salterini
Located in New York, NY
small sofa, chair and ottoman and 2 side tables. The chair reclines by adjusting the chains which hold
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid Century Two Seat Sofa by Arne Norell, Ilona Model Sweden circa 1960-70
By Arne Norell
Located in Round Top, TX
manufactured by Aneby Møbler (makers mark visible).
This unique sofa sits comfortably with low, reclined
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Sculpted Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Las Vegas, NV
.
The sofa sits at a slightly reclined position like a lounge chair. This angled position along with the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Karate Fiberglass Shell Sofa by Michel Cadestin for Airborne, 1970s
By Michel Cadestin
Located in Lisboa, PT
perfectly proportioned to offer optimal comfort and support, and the chair's reclining angle makes it an
Category
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Sofas
Materials
Iron
Flap Sofa by Edra
By Francesco Binfaré, Edra
Located in Sacile, PN
nine parts that can each recline at six different angles. Each one can be used at will as backrest
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
$8,515
Roche Bobois by Hans Hopfer Mah Jong Missoni Home Sectional Sofa, Set of 13
By Missoni, Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Basildon, London
pieces are height adjustable and recline in 3 settings.
Incredibly versatile, the floor cushions can
Category
2010s French Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet
Rare "Reverse Pretzel" Rattan Living Room Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
arms with a late streamline shape to each arm with a slightly reclined back and beautiful wicker
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Living Room Sets
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
Mid-Century Modern Daybed or Sofa
By Hvidt
Mølgaard
Located in Trenton, NJ
for reclining or hosting overnight guests. It’s a versatile option for creative spaces, guest rooms
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
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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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