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Kurt Beier "Fantasy" Sofa in Longhair, Germany 1980s
By Kurt Beier
Located in Utrecht, NL
This “Fantasy” sofa, designed by Kurt Beier, epitomises the avant-garde and experimental nature of
Category
Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
1970s, 2-seater Swedish sofa, brown leather with patina, dark beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, 2-seater Swedish sofa. Original brown furniture leather with patina, dark beech wood
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech
Melia Made to Order Customizable Modern Sofa
By Dwell Floor Five
Located in Studio City, CA
Sleek and midcentury scaled the Melia sofa is stylish and hip.
The sofa can be customized to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Sofa designed by N.D. Hansen and Flemming Johansen, cabinetmaker Ove Lander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sofa designed by N.D. Hansen and Flemming Johansen for cabinetmaker Ove Lander
Denmark, 1930s
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Dutch Design sofa in teak by De ster Gelderland Mid-Century Modern 1950
By De Ster Gelderland, De Ster
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Elevate your living space with this De Ster Gelderland design sofa, a stunning example of mid
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak
Vintage Mid Brown Club Sofa Italian Designer 1970s
Located in Aachen, NW
This timeless iconic sofa was made in the 1970s in Italy in the manner of Poltrona Frau or De Sede
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage 80s Postmodern off White Light Cream bouclé Bolster Sofa
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage 80s Postmodern Bolster sofa.
The sofa has a bolstered back and seat and it supports the
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
George Nelson for Hermann Miller Modular 3-Seater Sofa, 1960s
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Naples, IT
Modular 3-seater sofa designed by George Miller in 1956. The sofa incorporates a system of modules
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mario Bellini classic Duc-Duc velvet sofa for Cassina Italy, 1976 / 2024
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Skokie, IL
New showroom sample of the classic Duc-Duc sofa in velvet originally designed by Mario Bellini in
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa, light green furniture velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Light green furniture velour, beech wood legs, springs in the seat
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, original condition, furniture wool, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
1970s, 2-seater Swedish sofa, pink furniture velour, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, 2-seater Swedish sofa. Original pink furniture velour, beech wood, springs in the seat
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Sofa Circa 1860
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite 19th-century French Louis XVI style sofa, circa 1860, exemplifies the elegance and
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Materials
Walnut
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, furniture wool, solid oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Green furniture wool, solid oak wood. Original very good condition: no
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
Bespoke Yellow Mohair Velvet Upholstered Sectional Sofa
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Plush bespoke two-piece sectional sofa from a Samantha Todhunter Design installation. The sofa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Rare Adrian Pearsall Sofa with End Tables Displayed at Habitat 67, Expo 67
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
A special edition of a couch designed by Adrian Pearsall for Cimons, Canada and displayed at
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Travertine, Wrought Iron
$14,960 Sale Price
24% Off
De Sede DS-600 “Non- Stop” Sofa (16 segments)
By De Sede, Klaus Vogt, Heinz Ulrich, Eleonore Peduzzi Riva, Ueli Berger
Located in Renens, CH
De Sede DS-600 “Non-Stop” or “Tatzelworm” modular sofa model in red leather.
This large modular
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Italian Sofa in Curved Bamboo and Leather with White Fabric, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous Mid-Century organic sofa, fully made in bamboo, knotted leather, and chestnut wood. This
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
California Modern Rancho Style Sofa by the Monterey Furniture Company c. 1930
s
By Monterey Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Incredible full size sofa by the Monterey Furniture Company, made in California, circa 1930's.
The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Sofas
Materials
Iron
$8,000 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofa By Ellekær
Norell For Coja
By Sven Ellekaer , Arne Norell
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s Danish mid-century modern sofa by Ellekær & Norell for Coja exemplifies Scandinavian
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, red furniture wool, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original red furniture wool, beech wood, brass springs in the seat
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa, green furniture wool, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original green furniture wool, oak wood, springs in the seat cushions
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, green furniture wool, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original green furniture wool, oak wood legs, brass springs in the
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, green furniture wool, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original green furniture wool, solid oak wood, springs in the cushions
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa, original salmon pink furniture velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original salmon pink furniture velour, ash wood legs, springs in the
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Ash
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, furniture wool, teak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, 3-seater Danish sofa. Furniture wool, teak wood legs, springs in the seat. Original very
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
Le Jeune Upholstery Shaker 3-Seat Sofa Showroom Model
By Iconic Design Gallery
Located in Miami, FL
Le Jeune Upholstery Shaker 3 Seat Sofa Showroom Model
Offered for sale is a SHAKER S9.923 generous
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Walnut, Down, Feathers
2 Seater Sofa Model 118 Made With a Teak Frame By Grete Jalk From 1960s
By Grete Jalk
Located in Lejre, DK
This 2-seater sofa from around the 1960s is a rare beauty designed by Grete Jalk and manufactured
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak
Two Seat Sofa Maurice Dufrene, with Floral Wood Carving details, France 1920
s
By Maurice Dufrêne
Located in Den Haag, NL
Two Seat Sofa Maurice Dufrene attr ,with Floral Wood Carving details, France 1920's. The sofa needs
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Grey Curved Upholstery Sofa with Solid Oak Base by Obstacles
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique, Solid Oak Marina Sofa Obstacles
Dimensions: W 98 x D 235 x H 70 cm
Materials: Solid oak
Category
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Oak
Art Dèco Italian Walnut and Velvet Sofa, 1920s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Early Art Deco period Northern Italian sofa, in walnut and ivory velvet upholstery, the back of the
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, original furniture velour, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original green striped furniture velour, beech wood legs, springs in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa, furniture velour, beech wood legs.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Green furniture velour, springs in the seat, beech wood legs. Original
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Grey-Painted Empire Style Sofa Frame, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Three-seater Empire-style sofa with a tall, straight backrest and straight armrests terminating in
Category
Antique 19th Century Empire Sofas
Materials
Wood
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa in original condition, furniture leather, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa in original very good condition: no smells, no stains, and stable
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
$1,881 Sale Price
20% Off
Sofa Gervasoni Nuvola 12 design Paola Navone - Matisse
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Alcamo, IT
Gervasoni Nuvola 12 Sofa
Design: Paola Navone
The Nuvola collection is defined by its soft
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric
1970s, Danish 3 seater curved sofa, original multicolor furniture fabric.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 3 seater curved sofa. Original multicolor furniture fabric, beech wood legs, springs
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Mid-Century Modern French Three-Seat Sofa by Gérard Guermonprez, 1970s
By Gerard Guermonprez
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern French three-seat sofa with original velvet fabric designed by Gérard
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Scandinavian Modern Samsas Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten
Located in Madrid, ES
Elegant three seat "Samsas" sofa by Carl Malmsten manufactured by O.H Sjögren in Sweden during the
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Beech
$3,705 Sale Price
20% Off
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa, original green furniture velour, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original green furniture velour, oak wood, brass springs in the seat
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Sculptural Wingback Sofa by H.W. Klein for Bramin Mobler of Denmark, 1950
s
By H.W. Klein, Bramin Mobler
Located in Culver City, CA
This sofa is spectacular! Designed by H.W. Klein for Bramin Mobler in the late 1950's, this
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Teak
$9,375 Sale Price
25% Off
19th Century Swedish Sofa Circa 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning 19th-century Swedish sofa, circa 1800, crafted in the neoclassical tradition. This
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Materials
Pine
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, salmon pink furniture velour, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Salmon pink furniture velour, beech wood legs, springs in the seat
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa, original green furniture wool, beech wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original green furniture wool, beech wood legs, springs in the seat
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
Danish Art Deco Sofa with Open Wooden Armrests, 1930
s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Superb Danish late Art Deco early midcentury sofa from the late 1930's or early 1940s with spring
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Wool, Beech
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa, furniture fabric, teak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Red furniture fabric, teak wood legs and armrests. Original good
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
Iconic Vladimir Kagan ‘Serpentine’ Sofa in Beige Upholstery
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vladimir Kagan, sofa model ‘Serpentine’, fabric, chrome-plated metal, United States, design 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Cream Boucle Sofa in the Manner of Tobia Scarpa Soriana
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cream boucle sofa in the manner of Tobia Scarpa Soriana.
This sofa is low and comfy - it’s like
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
$10,000 Sale Price
31% Off
1970s, Danish 2 seater sofa, original condition, green furniture velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains, and stable
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
1950s Arne Vodder Sofa FD161 France
Daverkosen
By Arne Vodder
Located in Handewitt, DE
Arne Vodder Sofa, model FD161 for France & Daverkosen Denmark, c.1950. 2-seater. On the armrests
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Teak
Illusion Curved Sofa, Soft Velvet, Modern Design Customizable
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa distinguishes itself with its curved silhouette and organic back design, creating the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Sofa Gervasoni Nuvola 10 design Paola Navone - 3D Grafite
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Alcamo, IT
Gervasoni Nuvola 10 Sofa
Design: Paola Navone
The Nuvola collection is defined by its soft
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa, furniture wool, teak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original blue/green furniture wool, teak wood legs, springs in the
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Teak
1950s Sofa, Knoll Antimott
By Knoll Antimott
Located in Neuss, NW
Wonderful sofa from the 1950s. Solid cherry frame with extandable head rest and adjustable back
Category
Vintage 1950s German Sofas
Materials
Cherry
2010s Isamu Noguchi for Vitra Cloud Freeform Sofa and Ottoman in Fabric
By Vitra, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Freeform Sofa and Ottoman, originally designed by Isamu Noguchi for Vitra in 1946. This
Category
2010s German Modern Sofas
Materials
Beech, Maple, Fabric, Foam
Cassina Refolo 514 Sofa
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Basildon, London
The Cassina Refolo 514 sofa is a refined example of Italian design, created by the renowned brand
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
$16,930
Illusion Curved Sofa: Hand-Crafted Velvet
Wood, Modern Design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa distinguishes itself with its curved silhouette and organic back design, creating the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
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The Couch For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the the couch you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wood and metal, every the couch was constructed with great care. There are 624 variations of the antique or vintage the couch you’re looking for, while we also have 25 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a the couch — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A the couch, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one the couch that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gerard Van Den Berg, Artifort and Montis produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a The Couch?
Prices for a the couch start at $10 and top out at $195,000 with the average selling for $4,782.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About The Couch
- What is a vinyl couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A vinyl couch is a couch made from a chemical called polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which gives it a matte finish. Vinyl couches are smooth to the touch and tend to resemble leather but have less luster than a leather sofa. These couches are quite durable, lasting for many years without cracking like leather. Shop vinyl couches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are many kinds of comfortable couches-- it's really a matter of preference. on 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Modern, Art Deco, Victorian, Regency, among many other styles of couches.
- What is a camelback couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A camelback couch is a sofa that features a curvy back with an arch in the middle that resembles the back of a camel. Depending on the design, the hump can be very prominent or very subtle. You'll find a range of camelback couches on 1stDibs.
- What is an infinity couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An infinity couch is a sofa that consists of separate pieces that you can arrange in different ways. A modular sofa is another name for this type of seating solution. On 1stDibs, shop a range of modular sofas.
- How can I identify my couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify your couch, look for the maker's markings. Manufacturers choose different places for markings. Some will sew a label onto a cushion or mark one of the legs. Others place their markings on the underside of the frame, so it may be necessary to turn your couch onto its side to locate the marking. Once you've found it, you can search trusted online resources to find out who made your couch and then review information about that particular manufacturer to learn more about your piece's age, style and other characteristics. If you'd like assistance with the process, use the services of a knowledgeable antique dealer or certified appraiser. Explore a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary couches on 1stDibs.
- What is a chaise on a couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A chaise is different from a couch or sofa. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. The chaise longue is based on a modern French design and is also known as a chaise lounge. This low reclining seat, known in English as a "long chair," has an elongated design with a low back that reaches about half the length of the furniture, allowing a sitter to put their feet up and relax. Shop a range of antique and modern chaise longues and sofas from top sellers and makers around the world.
- What is a cloud couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021The terms “cloud couch” or “cloud sofa” may refer to two specific designs — Restoration Hardware‘s Cloud Sofa is a plush white sofa with no hard edges and an oversized seat upholstered with goose-down stuffing. The other design known by this name is Adrian Pearsall’s low-profile Cloud sofa, one of the contributions to mid-century modern furniture design for which Pearsall is recognized today and among the initial concepts for Craft Associates, the now-legendary furniture company he founded. On 1stDibs, you will find a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary sofas from some of the world’s top dealers.
- What is a couch table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A couch table is a long, narrow table with storage space below that is placed behind a sofa and stands no higher than its back.
- What is a sectional couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A sectional couch is comprised of individual pieces that can be arranged in different positions.
- What is a modular couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A modular couch differs from traditional couches in that they comprise a series of various moveable sections called modules. They generally include a wide range of options such as moveable arm pieces or chaises longues. These couches offer great flexibility as you can set each module according to your needs. Find a collection of antique and vintage modular couches on 1stDibs today.
- What is a Turkish couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024A Turkish couch is a long, low sofa, usually composed of a very thick mattress-like cushion and a wooden frame. Some styles feature arms like traditional sofas, while others are armless. You may sometimes see this type of furniture referred to as a divan. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of couches.
- What is a studio couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A studio couch is a multifunctional sofa often used in small spaces, such as single-room studio apartments. It usually features a backless design and an adjustable frame. By sliding the frame, a user can convert the sofa into a double bed, so they can sit and sleep on a single piece of furniture. Find a large selection of sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a small couch called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A small couch is called a settee. They’re common in living rooms and other shared areas because they allow you to cozy up to someone and have a conversation with them. Settees are typically small seats that can fit two or more people. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary settees from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021There are various options available for upholstery for a couch – it is a matter of preference. When selecting the upholstery, it is important to be aware of the cleanability, durability, resistance to dirt, and fading. A higher thread count ensures that the upholstery will last longer. Shop a range of antique and vintage upholstered couches on 1stDibs.
AutomatonDecember 16, 2021A very popular upholstery for couches in 2021 is 'Bouclé' fabric often utilized in a white or off-white color. Celebrity interiors and top interior designers in recent years have increased the popularity and demand for this type of fabric and now is a very hot trend that is sure to continue throughout the 2020's. We, at Automaton Modern, often use bouclé fabric on sofas by Vladimir Kagan such as the 'Cloud' sofa from Directional which curved shapes and contours are accentuated by the nubby texture of bouclé. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The fainting couch was a seating spot available to women who would faint from having their corsets on too tightly. The silhouette of the couch has a traditional backing like a regular couch with one end open. Browse a selection of fainting couches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Victorian fainting couch is a piece of furniture that has one raised end and one low end. It accommodates one person who rests their back against the high end and stretches their legs out along the seat. Today, this piece of furniture is known as a chaise lounge. Find a selection of fainting couches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
The most durable couch fabrics are cotton and linen.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 3, 2024A couch is occasionally called a davenport when the furnishing in question is a large comfortable sofa that can double as a bed or can be converted into a bed. The name comes from a now-defunct New England furniture manufacturer, A.H. Davenport Company, which was established in Cambridge, Massachusetts in the late 19th century. Davenport furnished the homes of the richest Americans during what we now call the Gilded Age.
In the 1880s, thanks largely to the Industrial Revolution, the American economy started booming, and when it did, it created a whole new supply of millionaires. Firms like the Duveen Brothers supplied these families with European decor, and manufacturers such as A.H. Davenport Company furnished their mansions. The term davenport became a synonym for any sofa that looked like the one produced by the popular Massachusetts company.
Find vintage sofas and sofa beds on 1stDibs. - What do you call a round couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024What you call a round couch varies. There are a few terms that can be used to refer to a couch with a round shape. They include conversation couch, center banquette couch and crescent couch. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of couches from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A couch with a bed is called a sofa bed. The sofa bed provides 2-in-1 comfort and saves you space. There is a variety of mid-century sofa beds and more on 1stDibs to meet any decor scheme.
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Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
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