Velvet Sofa And Couch
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Sofas
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal, Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century European Arts and Crafts Sofas
Brass
2010s American Modern Sofas
Cowhide, Velvet
Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Sofas
Velvet, Birch
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Maple
Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Sofas
Velvet, Fruitwood, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas
Velvet, Ebony
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Oak, Velvet
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Sicilian Charles X Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Baroque Sofas
Velvet, Beech
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Sofas
Velvet
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Sofas
Velvet, Cherry
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
2010s American Sofas
Wool, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Sofas
Brass
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Textile, Velvet, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Brass, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Foam, Wood, Ash
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Sofas
Velvet, Oak, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Post-Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Plastic
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Cotton, Velvet, Foam
2010s Italian Sofas
Shell, Velvet, Hardwood, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Sofas
Leather, Wool, Cotton
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Cherry, Wood
Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Sofas
Wood, Leather, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Sofas
Wood, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Velvet
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Leather, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood
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Velvet Sofa And Couch For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Velvet Sofa And Couch?
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Vacuum the velvet regularly. If a spill occurs, blot it immediately with a dry cloth. If the stain dries, you can blot it with a cloth dipped in a soap-and-water solution.But test this, or any other cleaning solution, on a hidden spot first to make sure it doesn’t cause damage. Once the fabric is dry, use a soft, dry brush to restore the original direction and loft of the pile.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Today, the words couch and sofa are used interchangeably. In reality, however, a sofa and a couch are different types of furniture. A sofa is defined as an upholstered bench with cushions, two arms, and ample seating space, whereas couches are quite small, armless, and are used to lie down.
- Who says sofa vs. couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Who says sofa vs. couch comes down to geography and profession. In the United States, many people commonly use the word couch, though some also say sofa. American interior designers and those working in the U.S. furniture industry tend to use the word sofa, which is the preferred term in the UK and Canada. Couch is also the more common name in Ireland, South Africa and Australia. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024The difference between a couch, a sofa and a lounge is often design. Technically, couch, sofa and lounge are synonyms and can generally be used to describe an upholstered seating solution designed to seat two or more people. However, some people do differentiate between the words. Among those who do, a couch is normally simpler and less formal than a sofa. A lounge can be a longer sofa designed to provide more space for laying down, or a chaise longue, a one-person sofa with a backrest on one end that enables users to sit with their feet elevated. Find a large collection of sofas, couches and lounges on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Deciding on whether you want a velvet sofa is a matter of preference, but it can be a very good choice. Velvet is a symbol of wealth and is very soft and comfortable. It’s also quite durable, which is often unexpected from such a luxe feeling fabric. The flat pile makes it impossible to snag and it resists stains. Shop a collection of velvet furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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