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Vintage two-seater Sofa by Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussen 1935s
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Lejre, DK
The vintage design two-seater sofa model 5011 created by Kaare Klint. This iconic piece is crafted
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
$9,922 Sale Price
20% Off
TIMOTHY OULTON ViNTAGE AGED BROWN HERITAGE 134CM WIDE SOFA STUNNING PATINA
By Timothy Oulton
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Timothy Oulton Aged Brown heritage leather sofa
Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Sofa "Gradual Lounge" by Cini Boeri for Knoll Gavina, Italy, 1970s
By Knoll, Cini Boeri, Gavina
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Sofa "Gradual Lounge" is an original design item realized it Italy in 1970s.
Top Rare
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Materials
Leather
Extremely Rare Vintage Sofa by Paolo Piva for De Sede Swiss 1970s
By Paolo Piva
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Very rare vintage 3-seat sofa in its original black leather.
Stunning patina.
Designed in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Mid-Century Modern German 2-Seater Brown Steel Frame Lounge Sofa, 1970s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
separate listings.
The sofa is in original vintage condition. It shows minor signs of age-related wear and
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Mid-Century Modern German 2-Seater Brown Steel Frame Lounge Sofa, 1970s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
separate listings.
The sofa is in original vintage condition. It has minor signs of age-related wear
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Cognac Togo Seating Group Sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset 1973
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Aachen, NW
Impressive Togo seating group in an amazing Vintage Natural Cognac leather designed in 1973 by
Category
Vintage 1970s French Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Military Canvas and Blackened Steel Two-Seat Sofa with Taupe Belting
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Slightly smaller in size, the two-seat sofa is ideal for apartments or smaller spaces requiring a
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
McGuire Organic Modern Bamboo Rattan Sofa
By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
signature leather rawhide lacing. Sofa retains McGuire maker's plaque. Arms measure 22 inches high, and
Category
20th Century American Sofas
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan
New Spanish Design Sofa 3 Seats
Located in Madrid, ES
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-Upholstered in vintage imitation leather
-Coordinating 2-seater sofa, optional
-Other colors available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Sofa Model "Bodö", Svante Skogh, 1950/1960s
By Svante Skogh
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Sofa model "Bodö", designed by Svante Skogh, 1950/1960s. Oak frame with leather wrapping
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Marco Zanuso Sofa for Arflex Mod. Milord
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Milano, IT
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The seating is upholstered in original period leather, preserved in its authentic vintage charm with
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Vintage Leather Armchair for INSA, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage leather Armchair design by Cobianchi for INSA in 1970s.
Original upholstery in good
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
$3,531 Sale Price
30% Off
Postmodern Globe Sofa by Peter Opsvik
By Peter Opsvik
Located in Tulsa, OK
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Postmodern Globe Sofa by Peter Opsvik. Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has some
Category
Vintage 1980s Norwegian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Plastic, Oak
Vintage modular sofa Novemila 9000 by Tito Agnoli for Ligne JF Mur - France
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Modular Sofa, in the Style of Tito Agnoli, Ligne J.F. Mur, France, 1970s
Natural Italian Leather
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather
Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Landscape Sofa for De Sede, 1970s
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ubald Klug DS-1025 "Terrazza" Landscape Sofa for De Sede, 1970’s. In good vintage condition
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage White Leather Chaise Longue Mod. Cortina, 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
White leather relax armchair.
Independently extractable footrest, reclining backrest, adjustable
Category
1990s Italian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
$3,027 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage Patinated Leather Baseball Stich Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Las Vegas, NV
When the patina and small details makes the piece. This incredible patinated leather chair and
Category
20th Century Minimalist Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mid Century Modern Ward Bennett Style Sofas for Reupholstery
By Ward Bennett
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Ward Bennett Style Parlor Sofas on Chrome Bases in Original Burgundy
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Vintage French Iron
Leather Settee
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage French settee exudes timeless sophistication with its sleek iron frame and rich
Category
Late 20th Century French Sofas
Materials
Iron
Art Deco Vintage Brown-Cognac Leather Club Stool
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This club stool, is covered with hand-patinated sheep leather. The stool have a very nice easy
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather
$1,381 Sale Price / item
23% Off
Sculptural Mid Century Bastiano sofa 2 seat by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Gavina
By Afra
Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in Milano, IT
Timeless Sofa - Italian Vintage Sofa - Leather sofa
Designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1962
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
$4,036 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Maralunga Blue Leather Armchair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Leather Armchar model "Maralunga", realized by Vico Magistretti in 1970s for Cassina
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Materials
Metal
Postmodern Serpentine Sofa Set with Glass-Top Cocktail Table - 4 Piece Set
Located in Chicago, IL
vintage-inspired interior.
Circa: 1980’s
Dimensions:
Sofa
H: 34.25”
W: 80”
D: 36”
Seat H: 16”
Seat D: 22
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Faux Leather, Glass
Svante Skogh Swedish model "Bodö" Oak 3, 5 Seater Sofa for Säffle Möbler, 1950
By Svante Skogh
Located in The Hague, NL
Rare vintage Swedish design 3.5 seater oak sofa, model Bodö. Designed by Svante Skogh for Säffle
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Vintage Italian Ruched Cognac Leather Mid-Century Modern Seating Set, 1970s
Located in Zagreb, HR
, consisting of two armchairs and one three-seater sofa.
Overall in very good vintage condition with some
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Trompe L
oeil Embossed Leather Faux Books Round Side Table
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous trompe l'oeil faux books embossed leather side table with storage
circa 1980s
Category
Mid-20th Century American Grand Tour Sofa Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Danish 1950s Beech Wood Coffee Table with Patinated Leather and Brass
Located in Lejre, DK
This coffee table from the 1950s is crafted from beech wood with a beautifully patinated leather
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Materials
Leather
1980s Vintage Dieter Rams for Vitsoe 620 Red Leather and Black Two Seat Settee
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
excellent vintage condition. It measures 60 inches wide by 30 inches deep and 28.5 inches tall. The leather
Category
Vintage 1980s German Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Florence Knoll modular leather sectional with Modernica tags
By Florence Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Five-piece vintage Florence Knoll white leather sectional / living room set with Modernica tags
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Metal, Steel
Vintage 1960
s Overman Pod
Located in Dallas, TX
Overman Sweden mid-century modern white vinyl couch, "Pod Sofa" approx. 30" tall, 78" wide, & 25
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Sofas
Materials
Leather
vintage armchair + ottoman sitting area A. Citterio Moroso
By Antonio Citterio, Moroso
Located in Lemmer, NL
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size ottoman 44x62x62
details leather; metal; matching sofa available;
article number 2567
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Norwegian Leather and Wood Safari Style Loveseat
By Arne Norell
Located in Lutz, FL
Vintage 1970’s Scandinavian Loveseat styled after the Inca by Arne Norell. Outfitted in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
Swiss Design Vintage De Sede DS-15 Settee, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Renens, CH
Vintage dark brown leather DS-15 sofa by De Sede Switzerland.
The compact two-seater sofa consists
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
De Sede Ds 47 Echtledersofa Neckleder Braun Vintage
By De Sede
Located in Garching a. d. Alz, DE
SEDE DS 47 Zweisitzer
Vintage Zustand
Maße: B/H/T
143x75x89-106
Sitzhöhe: 42
Sitztiefe
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage Dark Brown
Maralunga
Ensemble Set by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 70s
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Zagreb, HR
Elegant, dark brown 1970s original iconic 'Maralunga' set of two two-seater sofas and an ottoman
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Canapé « Flou Flou » Ligne Roset par de Pas , D’Urbino, Lomazzi vintage 1980’s
By Gionathan de Pas
Donato D’Urbino
Paolo Lomazzi
Located in Tresbœuf, FR
Canapé 2 places « Flou Flou » Ligne Roset par De Pas , D’Urbino, Lomazzi .
Cuir noir d’origine avec une jolie patine , excellent état.
Léger et très confortable sa structure est en p...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Vintage Military Canvas and Blackened Steel Small Sectional
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
vintage military-issue materials. Each piece of vintage olive green military canvas is distinctive and
Category
2010s American Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Steel
Vintage black leather sofa set, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
High quality leather design sofa set with thick black leather cushions.
Attractive curvy design
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather
$3,363 / set
Large Vintage Tan Leather Contemporary Designer Sofa
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Stunning Vintage Tan Leather Contemporary Designer Sofa
Category
20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Leather
Vintage Postmodern Black Leather
Brushed Steel Loveseat Sofa, 1980s
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Detroit, MI
This incredible vintage postmodern black leather loveseat couch in the style of Poul Kjaerholm is
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Post-Modern Loveseats
Materials
Steel
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Brown Leather Scandinavian Sofa, 1970s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This elegant, leather sofa was manufactured in Denmark during the 1960s. This project was made
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Canapes
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Arne Norell Ilona Leather Sofa From Sweden, Circa 1970
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Arne Norell Ilona Leather Sofa From Sweden, Circa 1970. Original black leather upholstery
Category
Vintage 1970s European Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Dreipunkt International Vintage Sling Modular Cognac Leather Sectional Sofa
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unique and gorgeous modular sectional sofa from the 70ties is manufactured in germany by
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Oak
Vintage Leather Arne Norell Sofa Model Kontiki From Sweden, Circa 1970
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Leather Arne Norell Sofa Model Kontiki From Sweden, Circa 1970. Solid birch frame with
Category
Vintage 1970s European Loveseats
Materials
Leather
RARE Vintage Black Leather Daybed Strässle International 70er Sofa
By Strässle International
Located in Munich, Bavaria
leather with foam.
Laquered black beech frame.
The beech wood has warped a bit.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Leather, Beech, Foam
Vintage DS-47 Leather Sofa by De Sede, Circa 1970
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Swiss DS-47 Buffalo leather 2-seater sofa by De Sede, 1970s. The thick neck leather is 5mm
Category
Vintage 1970s European Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Vintage 20th Century Chesterfield Brown Leather Sofa and Two Club Chairs
Located in Round Top, TX
Set of vintage Chesterfield-style seating including one sofa and two matching club chairs. Brown
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Chesterfield Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather
Vintage Modular Cognac Saddle Leather Sectional Sofa Germany Chapo Era
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unique and gorgeous modular sectional sofa from the 70ties is manufactured in germany.
It has
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Oak
Stunning Vintage Fully Tufted Chesterfield Olive Green Leather Sofa
Armchair
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning vintage suite of circa 1960’s Olive Green leather
Category
Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Miniature Painted Union Jack Leather Chesterfield Sofa – Vintage British Style
By Timothy Oulton
Located in Morristown, NJ
Late 20th/Early 21st c. a striking handcrafted miniature Chesterfield sofa, meticulously designed
Category
1990s English Chesterfield Models and Miniatures
Materials
Brass
20th century Vintage Leather Living Room set Sofa and Two Armchairs, 1980s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Elegant living room set by JIP, comprising a sofa and two matching armchairs, crafted entirely in
Category
Vintage 1980s French Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather
Mid Century Vintage De Sede DS 66 brown leather loveseat sofa
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid century Vintage De Sede DS 66 sofa loveseat Brown leather Switzerland circa 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Wood
$2,880 Sale Price
20% Off
VINTAGE CIRCA 1970
s GREEN LEATHER SCULPTURAL SOFA ARMCHAIR FOOTSTOOL SUITE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
circa 1970's to 1980's Vintage green leather four piece sofa, armchair and footstool suite
Please note
Category
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather
Space Age Vintage Modular Lavender Leather Togo Sofa Michel Ducaroy 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age vintage authentic corner sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in fabulous lavender
Category
Late 20th Century French Space Age Corner Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Vintage Elegant Mid-century Scandinavian Modern Brown Leather Sofas
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
A set of elegant, leather sofas was manufactured in Denmark during the 1960s. This project was made
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Wood
$3,839 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Rolf Benz Vintage Modular Living Room Suite Leather Lounge Sofa, Germany
By Rolf Benz
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This 4 stunning Modular sectional leather chairs/ sofa was manufactured by Germany by Rolf Benz
Category
Vintage 1970s German Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Plastic, Wood, Oak, Down
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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 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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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