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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut Sofa with New Upholstery
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This elegant Biedermeier sofa from Southern Germany, dating from around 1825, represents the very
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Spruce, Walnut
$9,002 Sale Price
31% Off
1950
s Organic Design Sofa Restored with New Faux Sheepskin Upholstery
By Fritz Neth
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A beautiful organic shaped 1950's sofa fully restored with love
This sofa was purchased from an
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
$6,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Heli three-seater Leather Sofa by Otto Zapf for Knoll International 1980s
By Otto Zapf
Located in Berlin, DE
The Heli three-seater leather sofa was designed by Otto Zapf for Knoll International in the 1980s
Category
Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Down
Giovanni Offredi
Wave
Sofa By Saporiti, Italy 1970’s #2
By Giovanni Offredi
Located in Bridgeport, CT
. The sofa has affixed upholstered seat and seat back cushions. Very comfortable.
Condition: There are
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Knoll Parallel Bar Sofa Re-Upholstered in Knoll Rivington Fabric
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely complete re-upholstered vintage Knoll Parallel Bar Sofa or 2 seat settee. The fabric we
Category
20th Century American Sofas
Materials
Steel
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa, green furniture velour, beech wood legs.
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Light green furniture velour, beech wood legs, brass springs in the
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
1960s, 3-seater Danish sofa, green furniture velour, ash wood legs.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, 3-seater Danish sofa. Green furniture velour, brass springs in the seat and back, ash wood
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Ash
"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Dark Brown Linen and Wood Feet
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
The Flag Couch is a smart and multifunctional piece.
The couch has a cushion built into the seat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Giovannetti, ORIGINAL Sofa "Colomba" two-seater, pop art style, white, handmade
Located in Casalguidi, IT
function.
Colomba is a double seat sofa, with a wooden frame, varied densities polyurethane foam.
Designed
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Polyester, Wood
Vintage Italian Sapporitti Leather Sofa
By Saporiti
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This sophisticated sofa embodies the low-slung luxury and clean lines of high-end Mid-Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Italian Midcentury Modular Sofa Novemila by Tito Agnoli for Arflex, 1969
By Tito Agnoli, Arflex
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian midcentury modular sofa Novemila by Tito Agnoli for Arflex, 1969
Modular sofa mod. Novemila
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Italian modern leather modular sofa Bogo by Bartoli Rossi di Albizzate 1970s
By Carlo Bartoli, Rossi di Albizzate
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern brown leather modular sofa Bogo by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Plastic
Slide Design Amélie Duetto Sofa in Glamour Black by Italo Pertichini
By Slide
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Italo Pertichini presents Amélie Duetto, a sofa that belongs to Amélie Collection. The love seats
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Materials
Plastic
Slide Design Amélie Duetto Sofa in Jet Black by Italo Pertichini
By Slide
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Italo Pertichini presents Amélie Duetto, a sofa that belongs to Amélie Collection. The love seats
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Materials
Plastic
Fancy Louis XVI Giltwood Sofa Loveseat with New Silk Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Louis XVI style sofa having carved gilded wood and beautiful new upholstery. The lovely frame
Category
Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Giltwood
Arne Norell
Divina
Two Seat Sofa, Westbergs Möbler AB, Sweden, 1950s
By Arne Norell
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare two seat sofa was designed by Arne Norell in the late 1950s. The model is called 'Divina
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Wood, Beech
Marco Zanuso Style Mid-Century Modern Velvet Sofa "Lady", 50s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Lady Marco Zanuso style sofa. The sofa has been restored and upholstered in blue velvet, the feet
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech, Fir
Double-Seat Sofa in Milled Black Leather and Oiled Laser-Cut Steel
By Klein Agency
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The sofa double is guilty as charged. Doubling the fun of Klein Agency's sofa Single, this
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Cut Steel
1950s, Danish 3-seater sofa, green/beige furniture wool fabric, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 3-seater sofa. Original green and beige furniture wool fabric, oak wood, brass
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
1950s Italian Two-Seater Sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti in Rubelli Fabric
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A beautifully proportioned 1950s Italian two-seater sofa designed by Gigi Radice and produced by
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue With Two Arms in Linen and Wood Feet
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
The Flag Couch is a smart and multifunctional piece.
The couch has a cushion built into the seat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Important Otto Schulz Curved Four-Seat Sofa for Boet, Sweden, Mid-1940s
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in The Hague, NL
This important curved sofa was designed by Otto Schulz and produced by his company Boet in
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Chenille, Upholstery, Elm, Pine
Italian modern green leather sofa by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, 1970s
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Green leather sofa by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, 1970s
Three-seater sofa
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
1970
s Channeled Leather Sofa by Metropolitan
By Metropolitan
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome channeled leather sofa with chrome base by San Francisco, CA-based Metropolitan Furniture
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
$4,480 Sale Price
20% Off
Placido orange leather corner sofa by Mantellassi 1926
By Mantellassi 1926
Located in Milan, IT
The Placido corner sofa, upholstered in aniline leather, combines elegance and comfort, perfect for
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Leather
$32,315 / item
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Modern Tweed
Mahogany Bracket Back Sofa
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dayton, OH
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Atomic Era Bracket Back Sofa, circa 1950s. Features streamlined track
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
$7,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Modern Modular Sofas with Bouclé Upholstery, Europe Mid-20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
human-centered vision of living.
This pair of modular sofas capture that spirit with its thoughtful
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal Studio Line
Vario Pillo
Modular Sofa
By Rosenthal, Burkhard Vogtherr
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Burkhard Vogtherr for Rosenthal, model 'Vario Pillo', modular sofa, Germany, 1970s
This exuberant
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Mid Century ABCD 2-Seater Sofa by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Amazing sculptural two-seater ABCD sofa, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1968.
The
Category
1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Børge Mogensen Three-person Coupé Sofa, Model 2193
By Frederecia Furniture, Børge Mogensen
Located in Kastrup, DK
Børge Mogensen, 1914–1972
3-seater coupe sofa, model 2193, in outstanding quality.
Originally
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Bellagio Angular Blue Sofa
By Morelato
Located in Milan, IT
detail. The sofa has an ashwood structure featuring upholstered back and seat cushions covered in blue
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$18,140 / item
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern 3-Seater Brown Leather Sofa by Georg Thams
By Vejen Polstermøbelfabrik, Georg Thams
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This three-seater leather sofa was designed by Georg Thams for the Danish manufacturer A/S Vejen
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
S12 Model 3 Seat Sofa by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform, Belgium, 1958
By Alfred Hendrickx
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Design model S12 3 seat Sofa by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform, Belgium
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
$5,404 Sale Price
30% Off
Henry P Glass
Intimate Island
Sofa for Richbilt Furniture
By Richbilt MFG, Henry P. Glass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sofa by Henry P Glass for Richbilt Furniture, C.1960s, USA. The sofa features a sculpted walnut
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool, Chenille, Upholstery, Walnut
"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Grey Velvet and Wood Feet in Small Size
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
The Flag Couch is a smart and multifunctional piece.
The couch has a cushion built into the seat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
$2,521 Sale Price / item
17% Off
Handmade Wave Sofa with Organic Curved Design by Nolita Harbour
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
Wave Sofa by Nolita Harbour, a stunning piece of luxury furniture that effortlessly combines
Category
2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Sculptural Sofa by Wiener Werstätte, Austria, 1980
s
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in amstelveen, NL
Stunning and rare large sculptural sectional sofa by Wiener Werstätte, 1970. Very distinctive
Category
Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Chenille
$24,703 Sale Price
20% Off
3. Seater Sofa Made In Patinated Brown Leather By Arne Norell From 1970s
By Arne Norell, Vatne Møbler
Located in Lejre, DK
The three-seater sofa in brown patinated leather with a metal frame, designed by Arne Norell in
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
$2,275 Sale Price
25% Off
B&B Italia Harry Large Sofa
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Basildon, London
The Harry Large Sofa by B&B Italia is a timeless statement of comfort and elegance. Designed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
$9,980 Sale Price
30% Off
Belgian Similar Set of Monkey Wood Coffee Tables - Liana Glass Tables
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
sofa, side tables are composed with a round clear glass top. Natural root base sizes and design vary
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
1980s Tentazione Two-Seater Sofa / Settee by Mario Bellini for Cassina Model 685
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Tentazione two-seater sofa, model 685, originally designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Moreno Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Moreno sofa sits low and deep with Italian inspired curved arms. The sofa features loose seat
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
$7,675 / item
Elegant Tufted "Vista" Sofa by Cruz Design Studio
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Incredible tufted "Vista" sofa designed by Cruz Design Studio. Inspired by the most representative
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$6,975 / item
1960 Sofa Mp129 Leather tufted by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Surrey, BC
Very nicely shaped lounge sofa designed and manufactured by Percival Lafer, Brazil, 1970. This sofa
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
$6,000 Sale Price
20% Off
1980s Marcel Breuer for Tecta Gray Suede F40 Settee / Sofa Made in Germany
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an exceptional and very rare F40 settee / sofa, designed by Marcel Breuer and
Category
Vintage 1980s German Modern Sofas
Materials
Suede, Foam
De Sede DS-3 Three-Seat Sofa in Beige Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
By De Sede, Antonella Scarpitta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
least, with the DS-3, our Signora has succeeded in creating a new interpretation of the sofa close to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-3 Two-Seat Sofa in Beige Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
By Antonella Scarpitta, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
least, with the DS-3, our Signora has succeeded in creating a new interpretation of the sofa close to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Three-Seater Sofa Model 2333 Made In Cognac Leather By Børge Mogensen From 1960s
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Treat your living room to luxury and timeless elegance with this 3-seater sofa, model 2333
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa, green/honing furniture velour.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish 2-seater sofa. Green/honing furniture velour, beech wood legs, brass wheels on the
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Vico Magistretti Maralunga 40S Sofa for Cassina, Italy
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Berlin, DE
The price of the sofa is dependent on the chosen fabric and size. The two-seater is available in
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric
"Flag" Couch and Chaise Longue in Light Pink Velvet and Wood Feet in Small Size
By Studio Marta Manente
Located in Centro, RS
The Flag Couch is a smart and multifunctional piece.
The couch has a cushion built into the seat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
$2,244 Sale Price / item
25% Off
1970s Selig Lucite
Leather Strap Sofa Couch
By Selig
Located in San Gabriel, CA
1970s Selig lucite frame and leather strap sofa couch. Three long nickel bars run through the
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
$3,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Contemporary Modern Arketipo Large L Shape 3 Piece Sectional Sofa Italy 1990s
By Cory Grosser
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This spacious and stylish sectional sofa by Arketipo was crafted in Italy during the 1990s. It
Category
1990s Italian Sectional Sofas
Materials
Suede
Mario Bellini for Cassina Modular Sofa Pianura in White Fabric
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Madrid, ES
Two-seater modular sofa, model Pianura. Designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by Cassina in
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
18/19th Century Swedish Late Gustavian Sofa by Ephraim Stahl Stockholm Gilded
By Ephraim Stahl
Located in Epfach, DE
Swedish Late Gustavian Sofa by Ephraim Stahl, Stockholm circa 1800
This exquisite piece, a small
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Scandinavian Gustavian Sofas
Materials
Bronze
Ib Kofod Larsen, Sofa in Teak with Seat and Back in Upholstered Fabric
By Scandinavian Woodworks
Located in Milano, IT
Ib Kofod Larsen
Sofa in teak with seat and back in upholstered fabric.
The sofa is part of a
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak
Moreno Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Moreno sofa sits low and deep with Italian inspired curved arms. The sofa features loose seat
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
$6,875 / item
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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.
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Prices for a the couch start at $10 and top out at $195,000 with the average selling for $4,782.
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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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