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Sofas For Sale
Mario Bellini Camaleonda Modular Sofa for B&B Italia in Brown Velvet, 1972
Located in Vicenza, IT
Mario Bellini’s Camaleonda sofa for B&B Italia is one of the most influential works of Italian design from the 1970s. This original vintage example consists of two modular elemen...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Modular Italian 1970 Wooden Lacquered Sofa Reupholstered in Dedar Mohair
By Roche Bobois
Located in Paddington, NSW
This modular sofa features a lacquered wooden frame and has been newly reupholstered in luxurious Dedar mohair, offering a soft, understated finish. Composed of two elongated modules...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Wood, Lacquer
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Sofa. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
An exceptional Viennese Biedermeier walnut sofa – Vienna, c. 1825
We are pleased to offer this rare and exquisitely elegant Biedermeier walnut sofa, crafted in Vienna circa 1825. Th...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Expertly Restored - Hans J. Wegner GE-259 Adjustable Daybed Sofa for Getama
By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner GE-259 Adjustable Daybed Sofa for Getama
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
Mid-Century Danish Modern Cube 3 Seat Sofa in Brown Woven Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Danish Modern cube low 3 seat sofa in Brown Woven Upholstery. Very comfortable sofa in good vintage condition. Sofa is on 4 Chrome square tube legs with adjustable leveli...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Chrome
$1,800 Sale Price
60% Off
Mid century Danish modern red leather 3 seat sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century burnt Red leather 3 seat danish modern sofa designed by Svend Skipper for Skippers Mobler. Beautiful soft burnt red leather with tufted cushions. Great design. Made in De...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
$2,250 Sale Price
25% Off
American Designer, Sofa, Iron, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A green fabric and black-lacquered iron sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.5"H x 100.0"W x 33.0"D
Seat Height (inches): 15.25"
Arm Hei...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Iron
Avant-Garde Sofa with Jumbo Channel Back in Light Blue Crushed Velvet
Located in Greenwich, CT
Avant-garde sofa design with jumbo, paired channels slightly resembling lady fingers from the back and balanced with a single tight bench seat. Outside back reveals primary red eel s...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Modular Rounded Bulky Sofa With Upholstered Footer
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This new addition to the collection of modular sofas includes six unique modules. It stands out for several reasons. Firstly, it is entirely upholstered, including the footer, ensuri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Wood
$13,189 / item
Small 19th century Swedish empire birch sofa
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Small 19th century Swedish empire birch sofa circa 1860
Good quality Swedish empire period birch sofa upholstered in kalim woven fabric.
Small sofa or a very comfortable single cha...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Empire Antique Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Midcentury American Modern Mel Smilow Solid Walnut Frame Sofa or Daybed
By Mel Smilow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning midcentury American Modern Mel Smilow Walnut frame long low sofa or daybed. Beautiful armless sofa with solid walnut sculpted frame and steel spring support insert. Has Orig...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Steel
$3,300 Sale Price
40% Off
Vintage 1960s Danish Three-Seat Sofa Model GE-300/3 by Hans Wegner for GETAMA
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage 1960s Danish three-seat sofa Rare model GE300/3 designed by Hans Wegner for GETAMA Manufacturer solid light oak solid wood frame and legs with original patina has original sp...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
$3,999 Sale Price
50% Off
Luke 3-Seater Sofa with Layered Curved Design in Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa is a time capsule of style. Taking cues from the most fashionable scarves in history, it’s subtle and layered composition create a dynamic and effortlessly stylish presence...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
$16,258 / item
Douglas Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Douglas sofa is a low-slung sofa with a down-wrapped seat cushion and solid American walnut or white oak legs.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Ang...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
$8,925 / item
1950s Sofa attributed to Milo Baughman, Black Iron, Kravet Beligan Linen
Located in Miami, FL
1950s Sofa attributed to Milo Baughman, black Iron frame and Legs with wooden ball feet, newly reupholstered in Kravet 100% Beligan Linen. Matching Lounge Chair available.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Iron
Brazilian Modern Sofa, Percival Lafer 1960
s
Located in Uccle, BE
Sofa Mod. MP-13, 1960's
Made by Lafer S. e Co, Sao Paulo
Rosewood, chrome and faux leather
H 70 x L219 x W80 x Seat Height 41Percival Lafer Mid-Century Brazilian sofa made of Walnut ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Handsome Chesterfield Style Button Tufted Leather Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A handsome sofa with classic Chesterfield elegance, designed with a gently arched back and rolled arms lavishly button tufted and upholstered in rich, red-brown leather. Arms and apr...
Category
20th Century Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Original Mid century Compact Sofa by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original Eames sofa compact with orange Herman miller woven upholstery. Charles and Ray Eames compact couch is great design that keeps a subtle profile. The cushioned pads that form ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$2,700 Sale Price
25% Off
Pair available Vladimir Kagan for Grosfeld House rare four-seat curved sofa
Located in South Charleston, WV
An extremely rare collectors piece, this large 97 inch wide four-seat sculptural sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Grosfeld House was designed and produced circa 1957 in the United States, ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Superb Beige tan Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low Sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beige and tan Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Sofa. Very fun Beautiful pop art long leather sofa. Has unique back supports and legs upholstered in leather. Beautiful vi...
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
$3,400 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Carved Walnut Antique Settee
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Italian Antique settee circa 1845 of the period Louis Philippe. The settee is made of solid walnut wood hand carved. In good antique conditions of the ...
Category
1840s Italian Louis Philippe Antique Sofas
Materials
Walnut
$2,677 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Teak Sofa Bed Daybed with Storage Headboard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A versatile and functional example of Mid-Century design, this teak sofa bed offers both comfortable seating and convenient storage. Complete with a matching, detached headboard feat...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
Mesa Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mesa Sofa is a fully upholstered sofa that features a walnut or oak plinth base. Also available as an L Shaped Sectional or a Sectional with Chaise.
The Lawson-Fenning Collectio...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
$10,275 / item
Fine Quality Genuine Leather French Art Deco Style Rourke Style Sofa
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
**Restoration Hardware Attributed Rourke Style Sofa – Distressed Brown Leather, French Art Deco Influence**
Elevate your interior with this exceptional **Restoration Hardware at...
Category
2010s Asian Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mid Century Modern 1960s Sofa by Viko Baumritter
Located in New York, NY
This floating 1960s sofa was manufactured by Viko Baumritter , an American furniture Company that later became Ethan Allen. The sofa has a metal frame and metal splay legs with a fau...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Abyss Sofa Channeling Deep Tufted Wood Block Base Blue Custom
Located in Ridgewood, NY
Asymmetrical contours of the Abyss Sofa allow your eyes to roam to and from each of its unique ends. The horizon of the sofa is reminiscent of a casual lounge which melds into a cave...
Category
2010s American Other Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Mid Century Danish Modern Beautiful Black Leather 3 Seat Sofa Wood Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern beautiful Black leather 3 seat sofa dark wood legs. Style of Børge Mogensen. Beautiful Black leather is soft and shows little signs of use but broken in nic...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Birch
$2,450 Sale Price
30% Off
1970s Mid-Century Italian Modular Sofa in Original Beige Corduroy Fabric
Located in Berlin, DE
A stylish Mid-Century Italian modular sofa from around 1970, retaining its original beige cord fabric. The design reflects the era’s fascination with organic forms and comfort, featu...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Pine, Plywood
Italian Sofa and Coffee Table in Curved Bamboo and Leather, White Fabric, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic Italian Mid-Century organic sofa and matching coffee table, fully made in bamboo, leather, and maple wood. The coffee table is completed by its original smokey bronzed glas...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Leather, Fabric, Cotton, Cane, Chestnut
Contemporary Sofa with Solid Wood Base and Brass Details
Located in Guadalajara, Jal.
"Prado" sofa is inspired by the layers of colors and very well defined materials of the valleys of Western Mexico where the small metallic details recall the sunlight at sunset light...
Category
2010s Mexican Sofas
Materials
Brass
Frame Green Sofa by Stefano Giovannoni
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
Plush volumes featuring a rich padding and a classy, olive-green fabric upholstery lend this sofa its pampering feel still not compromising on elegance. Also offered in other color options to best fit in any color palette, it invites you to enjoy moments of pure relaxation in the company of a good read or of friends for chilled conversations while having a cup of coffee...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile
$26,554 / item
Custom Made John Saladino Brown Mohair Sofa with Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric Pillo
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A John Saladino high back sofa. This is a gorgeous modern accent sofa. This piece is upholstered with a beautiful brown mohair fabric all over. The fabric is in really good condition...
Category
20th Century American Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair
Mesa Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mesa Sofa is a fully upholstered sofa that features a walnut or oak plinth base. Also available as an L Shaped Sectional or a Sectional with Chaise.
The Lawson-Fenning Collectio...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
$10,275 / item
Le Bambole 3 seater sofa designed by Mario Bellini for C&b Italia 1972
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Le Bambole 3 seater sofa designed by Mario Bellini for C&b Italia , Polyurethane structure, bouclè cotton fabric, restored.
Excellent conditions, the Bambole series won the Compasso ...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Rubber
Ubald Klug Pair of
Terrazza
Sofas Outdoor Version in Fabric for De Sede
By Ubald Klug
Located in Tilburg, NL
Ubald Klug Pair of DS-1025 'Terrazza' Sofas, Outdoor Version in Fabric Upholstery for De Sede, Switzerland. New, current production.
The timeless classic 'Terrazza' sofa by De Sede ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
American Designer, Large Sofa, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A large curved green fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in the US, 1950s.
Seat height: 16”
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Verner Panton Cloverleaf Sofa 3 Parts in
Harald 3 #982
by Kvadrat for Verpan
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton cloverleaf sectional sofa. Current production. This listing shows a 3-piece Cloverleaf Sofa in dark green 'Harald 3 #982' by Kvadrat. Sea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1940s Mid-Century Sofa in the Biedermeier Style – Cherry
Burlwood
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique German Biedermeier sofa made of hand crafted polished, partly veneered Cherrywood and Burlwood, in good condition. The particularized settee is composed with a slightly inclined backrest with wide, tall curved armrests, standing on four arched wooden...
Category
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Cherry, Burl
Børge Mogensen Sofa 2212 Dark Mocha Leather by Fredericia Stolefabrik, 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish vintage Børge Mogensen sofa 2 persons model 2212.
It's upholstered with the original dark mocha colored leather, almost black.
The legs are made of solid teak with oil treatm...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Foam, Feathers, Teak
Superb Midcentury Danish Modern Beautiful Black Leather 3 Seat Sofa Birch Legs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Superb midcentury Danish modern Black leather 3 seat sofa Birch wood legs. Style of Børge Mogensen. Beautiful Black leather is soft and shows little signs of use but broken in nicely...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather, Birch
$1,800 Sale Price
60% Off
Stiletto Sofa Channeling Tufted Custom, Purple, Metal Veneer Base, Tight Seat
Located in Ridgewood, NY
The Stiletto sofa is sophisticated and plush. Its sleek wenge frame and rich upholstery make this piece a perfect balance of comfort and luxury.
Category
2010s American Other Sofas
Materials
Wenge
CraftAssociates, Vancouver Modern Mohair Sofa, Copper, Walnut
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates, Vancouver Modern Mohair Sofa, Copper, Walnut
This modern sofa is expertly crafted and upholstered. The sofa boasts hand cut high-...
Category
2010s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Copper
The Conrad
Skirted Bespoke Sofa by Tallboy Interiors
Located in Malton, GB
Welcome the Conrad sofa!
This is our latest addition to our steadily developing bespoke range. It is made entirely by hand right here in the UK from sustai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Linen, Beech
Italian Art Deco Two-Seat Sofa in Walnut Burl with Original Velvet, Naples, 1930
Located in Almelo, NL
Italian Art Deco Two-Seat Sofa in Walnut Burl with Original Velvet, Naples, 1930s – Museum Quality
This exceptional Italian Art Deco two-seat sofa, crafted in the 1930s, is a rare example of the refined craftsmanship and sculptural design that defined Italian decorative arts during the interwar period. Originating from a private villa in Naples, the piece remains in fully original and museum-quality condition, perfectly matching the pair of lounge chairs from the same ensemble.
The sofa features an elegant U-shaped frame in walnut burl, showcasing extraordinary book-matched grain patterns and a deep, lustrous patina. Its sweeping curves and plinth base reflect the luxurious architectural forms of Italian Art Deco, while the two carved wooden spheres integrated into the lower structure emphasize balance and movement — hallmarks of period design.
The seat and back retain their original jacquard velvet upholstery in rich tones of burgundy, gold, and olive green. The fabric’s geometric floral motifs and tactile texture convey the opulence of 1930s Italian interiors...
Category
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Sofa with Travertine Side Tables for Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Wood
Charlotte Perriand Mid-Century Modern Wood Bench for Cansado circa 1958
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bench with side table and drawer, from Cite Cansado, Mauritania, designed by Charlotte Perriand.
wood, plastic laminated covered wood, lacquered metal and fabric.
In good original c...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Metal
$23,477 Sale Price
28% Off
Bold Sofa Linear Large - Karakorum 001
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
With its sleek, modern design, this version of the Bold Sofa brings a new level of comfort, providing ample space for pure relaxation. The clean lines and straightforward form, compl...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
$10,159 / item
Postmodern Sculptural Curved Serpentine Sectional Snake Sofa
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Monumental serpentine snake sectional sofa in the style of Vladimir Kagan and Milo Baughman. This unique modular curved sofa consists of three interlocking sections reupholstered in ...
Category
1990s Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Ultrasuede, Wood
$4,500 Sale Price
50% Off
Art Deco Style Sofa in Velvet with Toned Piping
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
$15,439 / item
Buffalo Leather DS 47 Sofa By De Sede 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Čelinac, BA
Buffalo Leather DS47 Sofa By De Sede Switzerland 1970s
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
$5,760 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish Modern Two Seater Wooden Sofa in Pine
Sheepskin by Carl Malmsten 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare and early Swedish mid century wooden two seater sofa model "Stugan" in stained pine by Carl Malmsten produced by his workshop in the 1940s. In good original condition wit...
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Sheepskin, Pine
Hand Tailored Fringes 3-Seater Sofa in Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The handmade sofa draws on the signature fashion theme, ruffling the scene and inviting guests with its fun and flirtatious feel. Featuring three layers of fringes that run along the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming
$16,346 / item
Luxurious Tan Velvet Sofa
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A sleek camel, beigy, tan velvet upholstered sofa, a fusion of great style and design. Sink into luxury with the generous, plush feather and down cushions that offer an indulgent exp...
Category
20th Century Unknown Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet
Carl Cederholm, Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green fabric and dark-stained wood sofa designed by Carl Cederholm and produced by Stil & Form, Sweden, 1940s.
Seat Height (inches): 17”
Arm Height (inches): 23.5"
All items shi...
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Limited Edition Multicolor George Nelson For Herman Miller Marshmallow Sofa
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
George Nelson Office – Limited Edition Marshmallow Sofa
Designed by Irving Harper for the George Nelson office, this multicolored Marshmallow Sofa is a limited edition piece manufact...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Francesco Beghetto Floating Sofa Fully Upholstered In Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sofa is defined by its soft, sinuous lines and a unique construction. A tubular structure, supported by straps, is fully upholstered in fabric, eliminating the need for traditio...
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 11
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, rust brown velvet, Italy, 1970, set of eleven.
“Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sof...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Velvet
1930s Restored Art Deco Sofa, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carrefully refurbished
- Newly upholstered- walnut finish
- can be used with or without pillows
- Seat height with pillows is 48cm
Category
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern Brown Faded Leather sofa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Scandinavian Danish Modern light reddish Brown Faded Leather sofa in by Stouby. Great design and shape 3 seat sofa that sits on 4 Square teak wood legs. Good vintage cond...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Materials
Leather
New Custom Stone Washed Irish Linen Slip Covered Sofa with Down Alt Cushions
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom Made Linen Slip Covered Sofa
Fabric: 100% Irish linen in Flax with a Stone Washed Finish
Weight 20oz. linen
Prewashed, Soft Finish
Down St...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sofas
Materials
Linen
$5,032 Sale Price
20% Off
Shop Unique Sofas on 1stDibs: Find Mario Bellini Sofas, Togo Sofas, Vladimir Kagan Sofas and Other Seating for Sale
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.
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