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What is a pillow in a couch called?

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What is a pillow in a couch called?
What a pillow in a couch is called varies. A loose, removable pillow that provides extra cushioning and enhances the appearance of a couch is a throw pillow or accent pillow. The large pillows that form the seat and sometimes the sofa's backrest are cushions. Shop a large selection of couches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
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Napoleon III buttoned back and seat sofa with cabriole legs
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very elegant Napoleon III buttoned back and seat sofa. Standing on tall elegant cabriole legs. Great shape from all sides and comfy to use. Ideal occasional sofa or smaller...
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Antique 19th Century Sofas

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Beech

American Designer, Sofa, Oak, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige velvet and oak sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Reupholstered in brand new velvet. Dents and patina present to wood frame. Overall Dimensions (inches): 30” H...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Alcove Contemporary Linear Sofa With Curved Back
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural statement piece defined by its architectural silhouette and introspective form. The Alcove Sofa embraces a bold exterior — rectangular and linear — that gently reveals a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

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Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Trimming

Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton 'Easy' sofa for Verpan. Designed in 1963. New, current production. With its round shapes and layered design, the Easy collection stands out as one of the most visually...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Swedish Designer, Sofa, Wood, Velvet, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and green velvet sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Vintage fabric in distressed condition, ideally reupholstered. Dimensions: 32” H x 74” W x 36” ...
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Velvet, Wood

San Rafael Sofa by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The San Rafael Sofa is a generously proportioned sofa that excels in comfort. The plush wide-channel tufted cushions are tailored beautifully to interlock with the expertly crafted ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Upholstery

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