Channel Tufted Sofa
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Mohair, Naugahyde
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Wood
2010s American Modern Paintings
Other
2010s American Modern Sofas
Cotton, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Minimalist Sofas
Leather, Wood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Cotton, Faux Leather, Foam, Maple
20th Century American Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
2010s American Other Sofas
Fabric
2010s American Other Sofas
Fabric, Oak
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
2010s American Other Sofas
Fabric
2010s American Other Sofas
Wenge
2010s American Other Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Loveseats
Leather, Lacquer
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Chrome
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
2010s Asian Art Deco Sectional Sofas
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Velvet, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Upholstery, Cotton
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Synthetic, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Faux Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Sofas
Cotton, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Foam
Late 20th Century North American Sectional Sofas
Fabric
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Sofas
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Vintage 1940s American Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas
Fabric
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
1990s Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Sectional Sofas
Steel
20th Century Swedish Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Bouclé
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sectional Sofas
Down, Fabric
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Living Room Sets
Wool
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chaise Longues
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Philippine Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Reed
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Bouclé, Walnut
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Foam
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Leather, Lacquer
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Chaise Longues
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather
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Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
- Is tufted furniture in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Tufted furniture is in style. It's considered a timeless look, meaning it never really goes out of style. Tufted sofas and bed frames are still extremely popular.
- What is a tufted sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021In a tufted sofa, the upholstery fabric is tightly pulled and folded into a geometric pattern and secured by buttons. The cushions on a tufted sofa remain plump and quite comfortable over time. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tufted sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What does tufted sofa mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The term “tufted sofa” means a sofa that features folds and pleats in its upholstery. Tufting adds patterns to sofas and couches. A classic example is button-tufting where rows of fabric-wrapped buttons appear in indentations. On 1stDibs, shop a range of tufted sofas.
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