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Danish Arne Norell Brown Vintage Retro 1960
s two seater Leather Sofa
By Arne Norell
Located in Markington, GB
Great Arne Norell brown leather sofa is in very good vintage condition, leather is in very good
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Togo Vintage Original Leather Corner Sofa Beige Michel Ducaroy Ligne Roset 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Vienna, AT
Original Togo vintage corner sofa or club chair from beige leather designed by Michel Ducaroy 1970s
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS35 Vintage Leather 3 Seater Sofa with Two Matching Armchairs
By De Sede
Located in Highclere, Newbury
A De Sede living room set featuring a vintage leather DS35 3 seater sofa with two matching swivel
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Daybed Sofa DS80 Patchwork Cognac Leather by De Sede, Switzerland 1960s
By De Sede
Located in Geneva, CH
Beautiful patina on the leather, nice Japanese style wood support, very good vintage condition
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Danish Vintage Leather and Chrome Sofa by Ebbe Gehl and Soren Nissen
By Søren Nissen
Ebbe Gehl
Located in London, GB
A smart and very stylish Danish vintage leather and chrome sofa by Ebbe Gehl and Soren Nissen
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Three-Seat Sofa, Vico Magistretti for Cassina Foam Leather Vintage, Italy, 1980s
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Milano, IT
A three-seat sofa designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, foam padding, leather upholstery
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage 1970s De Sede DS-1010
Sitting Bull
Nude Buffalo Leather Sofa
By De Sede
Located in San Antonio, TX
Designed by De Sede, this 'sitting bull' leather sofa is in overall good condition. Nude color
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Ostrich Leather
Vintage De Sede Cognac Leather Sofa/Daybed with Channel Tufting Model DS85
By De Sede
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lovely De Sede DS-85 sofa/daybed in cognac leather in great condition. The sofa also converts to
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Fiandra modular sofa in cognac leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina.
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Great modular FIANDRA sofa. Reupholsterd in new high quality cognac leather.
Designed by Vico
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Restored Vintage Handmade in Chelsea Bordeaux Leather Sofa Part of Huge Suite
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
hardwearing leather
Prior to dispatch, the sofas will all have new hessian base covers fitted as the cover
Category
Late 20th Century British Victorian Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Sofa, Aldo Morbidelli, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Sofa is an original piece of design furniture designed by Aldo Morbidelli in the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
Materials
Faux Leather
Rare Vintage De Sede Sofa
By Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, and Ueli Berger
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
This vintage De Sede sofa DS600 is composed of 20 elements upholstered with the original burgundy
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$38,006
Leather Sofa, Hämeen Kalustajat, Finland, 1970s
By Hämeen Kalustaja
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Leather sofa, manufactured by Hämeen Kalustajat, Finland, 1970s. Beautifully patinated leather
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Pine
Vintage Knoll /Gavina Bastiano Sofa by Afra
Tobia Scarpa black leather Nutwood
By Afra
Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in Rümmingen, BW
, please contact us.
BASTIANO Sofa in black leather and solid walnut by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for KNOLL
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Nutwood, Walnut
Vintage Danish Cognac Leather 3-Seat Sofa by Svend Skipper for Skipper, 1960s
By Svend Skipper, Skipper
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage Danish 3 seater sofa by Svend Skipper for Skipper Furniture, 1960s.
With loose cushions
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Sofa by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Austin, TX
Leather sofa (DS44) by iconic Swiss brand De Sede. This piece has thick patinated Buffalo leather
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
$7,500
Germany Vintage Modular WK Lounge Cognac Leather Sofa, 1960s
Located in Munich, Bavaria
a large sofa or as a 2-seat sofa and a chair.
Natural aniline leather with some great patina
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
Vintage Mid-Century Modern De Sede DS-76 Sofa Bed in Brown Leather
By De Sede
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Iconic DS-76 multifunction sofa / bed from renowned Swiss leather furniture maker De Sede. Vintage
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage English Red Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Austin, TX
Wonderful red crimson English Chesterfield sofa with tufted, comfortable down filling, beechwood
Category
Vintage 1940s English Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Cognac Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Cognac Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
Midcentury Vintage Brown Leather Set, 3-Seat Sofa and 2-Seat Loveseat, 1970s
Located in Round Top, TX
leather, loose cushions on the sides, seat and back.
Dimensions:
3 Seat Sofa: 77.25X31.25X28 Seat H
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage "Coronado" Sofa in Red Leather and Velvet by Tobia Scarpa, 1966
By Tobia Scarpa, C&B Italia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
ownership stake. This early version features vibrant red leather back cushions, back and side panels, and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Velvet
Pair of Fabulous French Leather Sofas Loveseats
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Two luscious distressed leather French vintage sofas, purchased in Chartres, France.
Measurements
Category
Vintage 1940s French Sofas
Materials
Leather
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Cognac Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Cognac Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Cognac Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
Vintage Patinated Leather Pair of Couches by Gerard Van Den Berg for Montis
By Gerard Van Den Berg, Montis
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sofa by Gerard Van Den Berg, for Montis, The Netherlands, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern luxury leather
Category
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Cognac Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
Vintage LC2 Tan leather chrome frame 2 seat sofa loveseat by Le Corbusier
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Le Corbusier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage 2 seat sofa or lovseat by Le Corbusier. Model LC2 in Tan Leather in very good vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Leather&Rosewood 3-Seat Sofa by Kurt Østervig
By Kurt Østervig, Centrum Møbler
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This leather three-seater sofa was designed by Kurt Østervig for the Danish manufacturer Centrum
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood, Rosewood
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Cognac Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Black Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Camel Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
Scandinavian Vintage Modern Low Brown leather 3 seat sofa by Montis in Holland
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Scandinavian Modern Montis Brown leather sofa with a low slung form having a tight back. Beautiful
Category
1990s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bronze
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Brown Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973. It is the first sofa/chair ever made only of foam
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
Midcentury Chesterfield Sofa in Tufted Black Leather
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage Chesterfield sofa, possibly English in origin, upholstered in black leather, with button
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Sofas
Materials
Brass
French Vintage Togo Sofa in White Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Camel Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Green Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Camel Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Black Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
French Vintage Togo Sofa in White Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
Vintage Pieff
Co. "Alpha" Two-Seat Sofa in Chrome and Brown Leather, 1970s
By Tim Bates, Pieff and Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
system allows the body to conform closely to the deeply reclined stance of the sofa. All original vintage
Category
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel, Chrome
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Brown Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973. It is the first sofa/chair ever made only of foam
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
Vintage Tucroma sofa in cagnac leather by Guido Faleschini for i4 Mariani Italy.
By Guido Faleschini
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
. The very soft, buttery cognac leather is in perfect condition. This sofa is a rare find, especially in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Green Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Black Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
Alanda Sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, Post Modern, Vintage Black Leather
By Nicoletti Salotti, Paolo Piva, B&B Italia
Located in Decatur, GA
Alanda Sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia circa mid 1980s. Vintage post modern. High grade black
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Green Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset.
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
The Togo was designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1973 for Ligne Roset. It is the first sofa/chair ever
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Black Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
ever made only of foam and leather. The innerwork consists of foam in 5 different densities. Produced
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Black Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
ever made only of foam and leather. The innerwork consists of foam in 5 different densities. Produced
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
French Vintage Togo Sofa in Black Leather by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
ever made only of foam and leather. The innerwork consists of foam in 5 different densities. Produced
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam
Vintage oxblood Red Chesterfield Corner Couch or Seven Seater Sofa / Set
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare Chesterfield corner couch made of real thick leather in beautiful Vintage Oxblood read. The
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
Set of vintage Bengodi sofas in cognac leather by Cini Boeri for Arflex Italy
By Cini Boeri
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Stunning and rare vintage Bengodi sofa’s in their original cognac leather.
Designed by Cini Boeri
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage 415 Cab Two-Seat Sofa in Cognac Leather by Mario Bellini, Italy, 1987
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Commodious, understated, elegant, and touchable beyond compare—this vintage 415 cab two-seat sofa
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Vintage Swiss DS-47 Buffalo Cognac Leather 2-Seater Sofa by De Sede, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
sofa is extentable up to 25 cm. The entire sofa has been treated with leather cream. Hence the
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern 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
- 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.
- 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, 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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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