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Original vintage English Dark Green Chesterfield Leather Thomas Lloyd Sofa
Located in Berlin, DE
This original beautifully preserved dark green leather Large 3-seater sofa is very masculine and
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
FULLY RESTORED ViNTAGE CIGAR BROWN LEATHER PORTERS WINGBACK CHESTERFIELD SOFA
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
collectable circa 1940's fully restored Chesterfield Porters Wingback sofa
Please note the delivery fee
Category
Vintage 1940s English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bauhaus Steelcase Black Leather Tandem Sofa
By Steelcase
Located in Houston, TX
The sexiest sofa I’ve had in my possession. This vintage steelcase leather tandem sofa has been
Category
Vintage 1980s Bauhaus Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Belgian Four-Piece Leather Sectional Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
This leather sofa was made in Belgium, circa 1980. The four-piece sectional set can be arranged
Category
Vintage 1980s Belgian Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather
Stunning Vintage English Red Leather Chesterfield Sofa Made by Pendragon
Located in Berlin, DE
, showing wear from age / use. The leather is aged beautiful.
Classic leather Chesterfield two-seat sofa by
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful leather sofa with tufted back and nail head trim. Great for home or bar use with a
Category
Mid-20th Century Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Italian Post Modern Sofa by Nicoletti Salotti, Vintage Black Leather
By Mario Bellini, De Sede, Nicoletti Salotti, Saporiti
Located in Decatur, GA
Stellar post modern sofa by Nicoletti Salotti, Italy circa 1980s. Finely appointed and fully
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Molinari Curved Light Yellow Leather Sofa Curved Back, Italy
By Molinari
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Vintage Molinari italian modern leather sofa, curved back and seat with adjustable arms, both of
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Stunning Comfortable Vintage Club Brown Leather Chesterfield Three Seater Sofa
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this Beautiful Vintage Three Seater Low Chesterfield Sofa
Category
20th Century British Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Leather Chesterfield Sofa by Baker Furniture, Circa 1950
s
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in North Hollywood, CA
original leather with a tufted back and seat, ( the bottoms are well attached to the sofa). It has scrolled
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Italian Midcentury Vintage Nappa Leather Sofa by Ferruccio Brunati, 1970s
By Brunati
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Handsome Italian vintage Nappa leather sofa, incredibly comfortable and stylish!
Made in Italy in
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Feathers
Large Vintage Howard
Son
s Oxblood Leather Fully Stamped Chesterfield Sofa
By Howard and Sons, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard
Sons Ltd
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, lightly restored vintage Oxblood leather
Category
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Materials
Leather
Ralph Lauren Brompton 3-Seat Vintage Brown Heritage Leather Sofa
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
aged brown heritage leather sofa in stunning vintage condition throughout
Where to begin! If you
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage Leather "Marsala" Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Exceptional vintage sofa designed by Michel Ducaroy and manufactured by Ligne Roset in France
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Velvet, Fiberglass
Vintage Le Corbusier LC2 Three-Seat Leather Sofa by Cassina
By Cassina
Located in San Francisco, CA
authenticated as Cassina. This sofa is circa 1980 and has been reupholstered in high grade black leather
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Sofas
Materials
Steel
Unique Restored Curved Vintage Chesterfield Tufted Cigar Brown Leather Sofa
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
leather serpentine fronted Chesterfield club sofa.
This sofa is very unique, it has a wonderful curved
Category
Mid-20th Century English Regency Sofas
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Rolf Benz Vintage Modular Green Leather Lounge Sofa, Germany, 1970
By Rolf Benz
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Rolf Benz manufactured this modular leather lounge sofa.
The leather is a thick olive/ limegreen
Category
Vintage 1970s German Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Plastic, Wood
Vintage Modular Sectional Brandy Cognac Leather Lounge Sofa, Germany, 1970
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This stunning Modular sectional leather sofa is manufactured in Germany.
It is a high quality
Category
Vintage 1970s German Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Plastic, Wood
Rolf Benz Vintage Modular Brown Leather Lounge Sofa, Germany, 1970
By Rolf Benz
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This stunning Modular sectional leather sofa was by Rolf Benz manufactured in Germany.
It is a pure
Category
Vintage 1970s German Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Plastic, Polystyrene, Wood
Sofa Foam Padding Leather Upholstery Vintage, Italy, 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
A sofa, foam padding, leather upholstery and wood legs. Manufactured in Italy, 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Foam
20th C. Vintage Chesterfield, British, Brown Leather, 4-Seater, Tufted, Sofa!!
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous Sofa, Chesterfield, British, Brown Leather, 4-Seate, Tufted Sofa, Vintage 20th C., 1900's
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Original Vintage Green Leather Chesterfield Set / Club Suite Armchair and Sofa
Located in Berlin, DE
We are delighted to offer this stunning very rare handmade in England green leather sofa and
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Chesterfield Sofa, Vintage Georgian Style in Ox Blood Leather and Mahogany
Located in Decatur, GA
Vintage English Georgian style chesterfield sofa or settee in perfectly worn ox blood tone leather
Category
Vintage 1950s English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Brass
Arne Norell Kontiki Leather Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Great vintage Arne Norell "Kontiki" 2 seater sofa. Great vintage leather with nice patina
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Swedish Scandinavian Mid-century Modern Brown 3-seater Leather Sofa
By Ingemar Thillmark, OPE Möbler
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This leather three-seater President sofa was designed by Ingemar Thillmark for the Swedish
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Leather and Lucite Vintage Loft Sofa, Italy, 1970s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Bochum, NRW
Mid-Century Modern leather and Lucite vintage loft sofa, Italy 1970s
Superb vintage four seats
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Fine Pair of Vintage Regency Green Leather Serpentine Fronted Chesterfield Sofas
By Howard and Sons, Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
leather, serpentine fronted Chesterfield Tufted club sofas after Howard & Son's of Berners Street
Category
20th Century English Regency Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Italian Leather Coronado Sofa and Stool by C&B Italia
By Tobia Scarpa, C&B Italia
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely comfortable vintage Italian leather Coronado sofa and stool by C&B Italia
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Iconic Large Three-seater Antique Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa, 1920s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This three-seater Chesterfield leather sofa was produced in England during the 1920s. It is one of
Category
Vintage 1920s British Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
1970
s Vintage Leolux Black or Dark Brown Leather Two Seater Retro Vintage Sofa
By Leolux
Located in Markington, GB
1970s Vintage Leolux black or dark brown leather two seater retro vintage sofa
Stunning two
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage English Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Austin, TX
Vintage English Chesterfield sofa with a bronze tufted leather and wooden legs. This piece is in
Category
Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Compact Herman Miller Sofa Newly Upholstered in Metallic Teal Leather
By Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Compact Sofa Herman Miller Newly Upholstered in Holly Hunt Teal Metallic Leather
Vintage
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Vintage Biscuit Tufted Leather Sofa by Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi Young
By Monteverdi-Young, Maurice Bailey
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage biscuit tufted leather sofa designed by Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi Young in
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Original vintage Aralia sofa natural leather 1981 - Michel Ducaroy - Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Aralia 3-Seater Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1981.
Natural Leather Upholstery on Soft
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
VINTAGE TiMOTHY OULTON DESIGNER FOR HALO HERITAGE BROWN LEATHER BALMORAL SOFA
By Timothy Oulton
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, Timothy Oulton Balmoral, Heritage brown leather sofa with two feather filled over stuffed cushions
Category
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Aged Brown Leather Sofa with Liberty
s of London Upholstered Cushions
By Liberty of London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand made in England brown leather sofa with
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery
Red Chesterfield Leather Tufted Sofa
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage red leather chesterfield sofa. In very good original condition with that easy on the eye
Category
Vintage 1970s American Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Chocolate Brown Vintage Leather Roche Bobois Three-Seat Sofa, Paris, France
By Roche Bobois
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Very comfortable chocolate brown vintage leather Roche Bobois three-seat sofa
This is the kind
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam, Birch
Cream Tufted Leather Chesterfield Sofa
By Thomasville, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Good quality vintage cream leather Chesterfield sofa.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Classic French Vintage Leather Togo Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
Located in Nashville, TN
Classic French vintage leather Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset. Original thick black
Category
Vintage 1970s European Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Sofa, Italy, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
This Vintage Sofa is a design furniture manufactured in Italy in the 1950s.
Mid-century sofa
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Materials
Faux Leather
DUX Swedish Midcentury Leather Sofa
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Swedish midcentury sofa by DUX can fit two or three comfortably! Upholstered in vintage nicely
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Burgundy Leather Chesterfield Sofa with Brass Nail Head Stud Trim
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in New York, NY
High style Chippendale, Chesterfield sofa having a wood frame, ell construction, with a button tied
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Brown Leather Chesterfield Fully Tufted Wingback Two Seat Sofa Armchair
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
original vintage fully buttoned aged brown leather chesterfield wingback sofa
Please note the delivery
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Brazilian Three-Seater Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather by Jean Gillon
By Jean Gillon, Percival Lafer
Located in Ranst, VAN
Brazilian vintage three-seater sofa with the original cognac leather upholstery. The sofa is in
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Brutalist Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Vintage Brown Leather Chesterfield 3 Seat Sofa from England
Located in Round Top, TX
The brown vintage leather creates the appeal in this handsome Chesterfield sofa. The impressive
Category
Late 20th Century English Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Chateau d
Ax Divani Italian Brown Leather Camelback 3 Seater Sofa
By Chateau d
Ax
Located in Dayton, OH
"Chateau d'Ax Divani Italian brown leather sofa. Features a camelback with rolled arms, wooden trim
Category
Late 20th Century Sofas
Materials
Leather
Rare Vintage green brown Chesterfield Corner Couch Made of Real Thick Leather
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare Chesterfield corner couch made of real thick leather.
good condition and with a beautiful
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Big Vintage 20th Century Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa with Button Down Seat
Located in Berlin, DE
Late 20th century leather Chesterfield sofa. One of the most elegant models with button down
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Leather and Oak 2- Seater Sofa, 1970s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
.
This sofa is in original vintage condition. It has minor signs of use related to age and a natural
Category
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
Rare Fully Restored Vintage Cigar Brown Leather Chesterfield Club 3-Seat Sofa
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
brown leather club sofa
I work with Luxury Chesterfield sofas and armchairs and have done for years
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Glorious Vintage Fully Restored Hand Dyed Brown Leather Howards
Son Style Sofa
By Howard and Sons
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage fully restored hand dyed brown leather
Category
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Brown Leather Sofa by Ralph Lauren for Henredon Furniture Ind., Inc.
By Henredon, Ralph Lauren
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing vintage sofa designed by Ralph Lauren for Henredon Furniture Ind., Inc. it has the labels
Category
Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
VINTAGE HALO TiMOTHY OULTON BALMORAL TWO TO THREE SEATER BROWN LEATHER SOFA
By HALO SOHO
Located in Pulborough, GB
Two-to Three-seater Brown Leather Sofa.
Is a stunning blend of classic design and contemporary
Category
20th Century British Sofas
Materials
Leather
Rare Fully Restored Vintage Cigar Brown Leather Chesterfield Club 3-Seat Sofa
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
brown leather club sofa
I work with Luxury Chesterfield sofas and armchairs and have done for years
Category
Vintage 1960s English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Leather Maralunga 3seater sofa set by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1973
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage chocolate brown leather maralunga sofa designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina.
Award
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
FINE RESTORED 147CM WIDE ViNTAGE HAND DYED CIGAR BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD SOFA
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
fully restored Circa 1950-1960 aged Cigar brown leather Chesterfield sofa
Please note the delivery fee
Category
Vintage 1950s English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
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Vintage Leather Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of vintage leather sofas is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage leather sofas was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, leather and wood. Find 659 antique and vintage vintage leather sofas at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 13 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Vintage leather sofas have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Vintage leather sofas made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. De Sede, Chesterfield and Centurion each produced beautiful vintage leather sofas that are worth considering.
How Much are Vintage Leather Sofas?
Vintage leather sofas can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $4,304, while the lowest priced sells for $247 and the highest can go for as much as $39,303.
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 Vintage Leather Sofas
- Can I dye a leather sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Yes, you can dye a leather sofa. To do so, you must typically begin by sanding down the upholstery, oiling it and then applying dye. Because there is a risk that you could damage your sofa, you may wish to enlist the help of a professional upholsterer or furniture repair expert. Find a variety of leather sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few different types of leather that are great for sofas - royalin, full grain and top grain leather. In terms of style and comfort, it really comes down to a matter of preference. You’ll find a variety of leather sofa options from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best type of leather for a sofa is top grain leather, which is smooth, supple and the most expensive. Top grain has two grades — aniline, which is most natural and semi-aniline, which may be coated with a protective top coat. You can also have top grain leather that is pigmented. If you are looking for some contemporary, vintage and antique leather sofas, you can visit 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To tell if a sofa is real leather, run your hand along the upholstery. With real leather, you're likely to feel an uneven or bumpy underlayer due to the natural characteristics of the material. By comparison, man-made leather will usually feel perfectly smooth. The appearance of the leather can also be a giveaway. Natural leather will usually show off variations in its grain, while faux leather will typically have a regular repeated pattern. If you're still uncertain after completing an inspection yourself, consult a certified appraiser or experienced furniture dealer for assistance. Explore a large selection of leather sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022With Italian leather, you want to avoid getting the material wet. If you can, use a dry cloth or vacuum to remove dirt. For stains, use a damp cloth, but avoid chemical cleaners. Save the hassle and shop a collection of Italian leather furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021When choosing a leather sofa, it's important to consider the material's quality, especially if you're looking for an enduring item. Top-grain calfskin leather, for instance, is more durable and simpler to maintain than corrected-grain leather. Top-grain leather also softens with age and develops a unique sheen. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage leather sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024The highest-grade leather for a sofa is full-grain leather. It comes from the topmost layer of the animal hide and does not undergo any buffing or sanding. As a result, it is highly durable, has a luxurious, supple feel and shows off the beautiful natural grain pattern of genuine leather. Explore a variety of leather sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Full-grain and top-grain leather are both good quality-leathers for sofas. Full-grain leather consists of the full hide, making it durable yet supple and visually appealing. Top-grain leather is more economically priced and has the outermost layer of the hide sanded and buffed away, giving it a smoother texture and less of a visible grain. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of leather sofas.
- Is an Italian leather sofa good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Yes, an Italian leather sofa is typically good. Italian leather is known for being a high-quality material that is pleasing to the eye and has a luxurious, supple feel. As a result, it can be a fine option for sofas. Keep in mind that the sturdiness and strength of the frame and the resilience of the padding and suspension systems inside of sofas also impact their quality and durability. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of leather sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether a leather sofa is a good investment depends on a variety of factors. The materials and quality of craftsmanship will affect how long a piece lasts, but how you care for and use it will also impact longevity. Forward-thinking design and sensuous materials are the hallmarks of 1970s-era leather seating, which feels as sexy, comfortable and radical today as it did in its heyday. Through joint research with several forward-looking furniture manufacturers into state-of-the-art industrial processes, designers of the original leather-clad beanbag chair Piero Gatti, Cesare Paolini and Franco Teodoro explored ways of employing polyurethane foam to serve as both cushion and structure, offering a whole new range of seating concepts. There is likely a leather sofa in everyone’s budget, but taking care of your investment is important. Unlike upholstery, the color of the leather sofa you choose won’t make a difference when it comes to regular maintenance. A damp cloth can be used to remove dust, for example. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of leather sofas from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if a sofa is vintage, first look for labels and stamps on the frame, the back or the cushions. Using trusted online resources, you can determine who produced your sofa via these markings, and from there, you can conduct research to learn when the company was active and making pieces similar to yours. To be classified as vintage, a sofa must be between 20 and 99 years old. More recently crafted pieces are contemporary, while older sofas are antique. If you're unable to find any markings or would like an expert opinion, work with a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a range of vintage sofas.
- Is vintage leather real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether vintage leather is real or not depends on the piece. Vintage apparel and accessories that seem to be made from leather will often have tags to tell you the material content. You can also apply one or two drops of water to a discreet spot and see if it is absorbed. If the water rolls off, the item likely isn’t genuine leather. Shop a collection of leather pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024To tell a good-quality leather sofa, examine its details closely. The highest-end pieces will usually feature full-grain leather, which refers to a strong and durable grade of leather that retains its original grain surface (hair and imperfections are removed). What type of fill is present inside the cushions also impacts the quality, with spring seats with felt and wool and high-grade foam being featured in the best sofas. Finally, frames will typically be produced out of sturdy materials like wood and feature strong joints. Explore a large collection of sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How long a leather sofa should last depends on its construction and materials. You can get a good idea of how long a particular sofa will last by looking at its warranty. Often, the leather upholstery wears out on a sofa before the frame. Find a range of leather sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Burgundy pairs well with grey, turquoise, golden yellow, and umber. In addition, the warm-green tone contrasts beautifully with the burgundy leather furnishings. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage and antique leather sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Many fashion lovers believe that vintage leather jackets are worth it. Due to their unique character and luxurious material, leather jackets from well-known makers, such as Versace, Hermès, Chanel and Christian Dior, are popular among collectors. You can choose from a wide range of styles, from cropped biker-chic looks to sweeping trenches made of sumptuous leather. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in vintage leather jackets is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of vintage leather jackets and other jackets.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024To tell if a leather jacket is vintage, look for a maker's label. Once you have located the label, consult trusted online resources to determine when the brand was active. For makers that are still in business, examine online photographs of their labels from various time periods to find a match and estimate the age of your jacket. For a piece to be considered vintage, it must be at least 20 years old. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of vintage leather jackets.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The best choice for a wall color that goes with a caramel sofa depends on your preferences. Caramel is a mellow hue that embraces a diverse variety of color combinations. Some of the choices that may add to the visual appeal of your caramel sofa are beige, bluish pink, orange and teal. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary leather sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023To tell if a vintage leather jacket is real, first look for any tags that show the material content. You can also do a quick test by applying one to two drops of water to an inconspicuous area. If the water is absorbed, the jacket is likely real leather. Water will usually roll off faux leather. On 1stDibs, find a collection of leather jackets.
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With its plush cushions, cane details and dazzlingly colorful back, it’s inviting from every angle.
The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
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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