Comfortable Couch
20th Century French Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Beech
1990s American Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Burlap, Wood
Vintage 1970s French Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Oak, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1960s German Modern Sofas
Leather, Down, Upholstery
1990s American Art Deco Sofas
Leather, Wood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
2010s American Modern Sofas
Linen
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Swedish Edwardian Sofas
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Wool, Oak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Cane, Hardwood
Early 2000s Australian Bohemian Sofas
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Post-Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam
2010s Slovak Sofas
Cotton, Velvet, Beech
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Teak
Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Sofas
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Sofas
Textile
20th Century British Sofas
Fabric
20th Century Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Faux Leather
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood, Birch
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Brass
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1970s Dutch Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Foam
Mid-20th Century French Sofas
Sheepskin
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Cotton, Linen, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood
20th Century American Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Upholstery
1990s Dutch Post-Modern Sofas
Aluminum
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Sofas
Chrome, Steel
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Comfortable Couch For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are many kinds of comfortable couches-- it's really a matter of preference. on 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Modern, Art Deco, Victorian, Regency, among many other styles of couches.
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