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What is the difference between a sofa and a divan?

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What is the difference between a sofa and a divan?

The difference between a sofa and divan is that a sofa is typically freestanding, while a divan is always against a wall. In the Middle East, where divans originated, they consisted of mattresses laid against the side of room, with cushions to lean against.

1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
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Piero Lissoni Leather "Frog" Chair, Lounge Chair Living Divani, 1995, a Pair
By Living Divani, Piero Lissoni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Low profile, powdered coated steel frames hovering low to the floor. Subtle curved seats and backrests are wrapped in thick leather cord that has acquired a beautiful patina overtime...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Living Divani Rod System Sectional Sofa
By Living Divani, Piero Lissoni
Located in Boston, MA
The Living Divani Rod Sofa, designed by Piero Lissoni, is characterized by its slender back in luxe leather and a light, airy shell. The inviting cushions, enhanced with quilted deta...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Italian Oval Canapé Wooden Frame Upholstered in Fabric by Living Divani
By Living Divani
Located in Sofia, BG
Living Divani Sofa with wooden frame and upholstered in fabric in light brown. Very comfortable piece made in unique shape. Original trademark. Pro...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Canapes

Materials

Textile, Wood

Bloom Easy Chair Designed by Gerard Piergiorgio Cazzaniga for Living Divani
By Piergiorgio Cazzaniga, Living Divani
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Lounge chair Bloom was designed in 2000 by Gerard Piergiorgio Cazzaniga for Living Divani. Tasteful simplicity can be found in the clear lines in combination with the refined materi...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

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