Rolled Arm Couch
20th Century Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
1990s American Modern Sofas
Damask, Wood, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Sofas
Walnut
Late 20th Century Sofas
Textile, Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Sofas
Fabric
Late 20th Century Philippine Sofas
Cotton, Linen, Reed
Mid-20th Century American Sofas
Antique 19th Century Unknown Sofas
Vintage 1970s North American Bohemian Sofas
Chrome
1990s American American Classical Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Linen, Foam, Down
Late 20th Century Sofas
Leather
Late 20th Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Velvet, Down, Feathers
Vintage 1940s Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture
Upholstery, Wicker
20th Century Unknown Sofas
Linen
Late 20th Century Modern Sofas
Suede
20th Century American Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s American Loveseats
1990s Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1930s English Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
Antique 1840s Unknown Settees
Early 20th Century French Sofas
Leather, Fabric
Late 20th Century Philippine Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
Wood
Late 20th Century American Sofas
Chenille, Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century French Sofas
Leather, Wood
20th Century American Modern Sofas
Brass
Late 20th Century American Sofas
Fabric
Antique 19th Century English Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century North American Sofas
Linen
Late 20th Century Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
1990s George IV Sofas
Upholstery, Down
20th Century American Modern Sofas
Polyester
Antique 19th Century English Sofas
Late 20th Century American Sofas
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Late 20th Century American Sofas
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Early 2000s American Georgian Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1950s Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
20th Century American Sofas
Leather
Early 20th Century English Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Early 20th Century English Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Early 20th Century English Sofas
Wood, Fabric
20th Century Sofas
Fabric
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Sofas
Birch
Antique 19th Century Swedish Sofas
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas
Fabric
Mid-20th Century English Victorian Loveseats
Leather
Late 20th Century English Georgian Loveseats
Leather
Vintage 1980s American Chippendale Settees
Faux Bamboo
Late 20th Century French Provincial Loveseats
Upholstery
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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.
- Are rolled arms out of style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Rolled arms have been around for centuries and offer a classic versatile look to any décor. While it really comes down to personal taste, rolled arms have indeed stood the test of time. Shop a collection of rolled arm furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An English roll arm sofa is a style of sofa that is recognizable by its deep seat, tight untufted back and rolled arms. You can shop a collection of English roll arm sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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