Wood Frame Sofas
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Velvet, Pine
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Brass, Other
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Sofas
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s French Sofas
Rope, Wood
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Textile, Wood
20th Century Belgian Sofas
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Minimalist Sofas
Stainless Steel, Steel
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Aluminum
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Textile, Upholstery
Vintage 1970s American American Colonial Sofas
Damask
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Foam, Wood, Ash
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Foam, Wood, Ash
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Velvet, Foam, Wood, Plywood
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Cane
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Silk, Wood
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Oak
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Wood, Feathers
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Metal
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Campaign Sofas
Wood, Leather
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Metal
Antique 19th Century German Sofas
Velvet, Burl
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Metal
Vintage 1970s Spanish Sofas
Textile, Wood
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Beech, Maple
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Silk, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery
2010s Brazilian Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Teak, Fabric
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
2010s French Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
2010s British Country Sofas
Cotton, Upholstery, Walnut, Down
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Linen, Wood
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Hardwood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Linen, Wood, Down
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Hardwood, Foam, Faux Leather, Upholstery, Cotton, Bouclé
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Bouclé, Cotton, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Foam, Hardwood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Unknown Spanish Colonial Sofas
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Upholstery, Beech
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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.
- What is a gilded wood frame?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A gilded wood frame is a wooden frame with a gold or silver leaf detail. Gilded wood adds a vintage-style finish to frames and is a popular choice for home decor. Find a selection of gilded wood frames 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025What Flexsteel sofa frames are made of may vary. However, the majority of the luxury furniture maker's pieces feature solid hardwood frames. Flexsteel is well-known for its innovative steel spring systems that give its sofas long-lasting, supportive suspension. On 1stDibs, find a range of Flexsteel furniture.
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