White Wood Sofa
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Canapes
Muslin, Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Louis XV Settees
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century American Regency Sofas
Upholstery, Wood, Feathers
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
20th Century American Organic Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Rattan, Wood, Bamboo
Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Textile, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
1990s French Modern Sofa Tables
Wood
20th Century Unknown Anglo-Indian Sofas
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Louis XVI Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Upholstery, Foam, Lucite, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood, Teak
20th Century American Organic Modern Sofas
Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wool, Wood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
20th Century American Modern Sectional Sofas
Cotton, Wood
20th Century American Louis XV Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Leather, Wood, Down
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables
Plexiglass, Wood
Early 20th Century American Empire Chaise Longues
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Smoked Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Benches
Silk, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Modern Console Tables
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Wood, Oak
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Console Tables
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Laminate, Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Brass
20th Century American Sofas
Wood, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s Sofas
PVC, Wood
20th Century Sofas
Wood, Leather
Late 20th Century German Sofas
Wood, Leather
21st Century and Contemporary German Sofa Tables
Ash
21st Century and Contemporary German Sofa Tables
Ash
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century English Sofas
Wood, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather
Early 20th Century American Victorian Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Sailcloth, Wood, Down
Late 20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Linen, Wood
Vintage 1940s Italian Sofas
Velvet, Wood
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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.
- Which wood is best for sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best wood types for furniture are all hard and durable wood types. This includes Walnut, Maple, Mahogany and Oak. Find a range of antique and vintage sofas on 1stDibs.
- What colors go with white sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The colors that go with a white sofa can be soft, muted hues or mellow tones. Wall colors can be white, beige, soft pale, subtle yellow-gold, warm mocha brown, gray-blue, turquoise blue or sage green. Shop a range of vintage white sofas on 1stDibs today.
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