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Osvaldo Borsani Reclining Sofa
Located in Culver City, CA
Presenting an exquisite adjustable reclining sofa-to-daybed, a masterpiece designed by the renowned
Category
Late 20th Century Sofas
Materials
Steel
Ekornes Leather Sofa Stressless Reclining High-Back
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
Norwegian Tan Leather Stressless Reclining Sofa
Superior comfort
Teak Colored
Category
Early 2000s Norwegian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno D70 Reclining Sofa
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Norwalk, CT
marriage of style and functionality, this fully adjustable reclining sofa-to-daybed was designed by Osvaldo
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Sesam Adjustable Reclining Leather Sofa by FSM
By Georg Appeltshauser, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
while seated - swivels out the footrest and reclines the seat. This offers body support and enhanced
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Natuzzi Style Brown Leather Modular Reclining Sofa
By Natuzzi
Located in Countryside, IL
Natuzzi Style Brown Leather Modular Reclining Sofa
This sofa measures: 94 wide x 39 deep x 39
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Sesam Adjustable Reclining Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede, Georg Appeltshauser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
while seated - swivels out the footrest and reclines the seat. This offers body support and enhanced
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Hjellegjerde Mobler Fjords Two Seat Leather Recliner Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Hjellegjerde Mobler Fjords two seat leather stressless recliner sofa featuring modern lines with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
1980s Stressless Tan Leather Teak Wood Reclining Sofa
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, sculptural reclining leather sofa
Category
Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Ekorness Reclining Black Leather Sofa - Scandinavian Midcentury Couch
By J.E. Ekornes, Ekornes Stressless, Ekorness
Located in Decatur, GA
Exquisite full grain black leather reclining sofa by Ekorness, Norway circa 1980s.
Excellent
Category
Vintage 1980s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 37 in W 92 in D 27 in
Fellini Italian Leather Sectional Sofa with 3 Reclining Seats
Located in New York, NY
Fellini leather sectional sofa with 3 reclining seats with soft motion of the head, back and leg
Category
2010s Italian Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Luxury Home Cinema Electric Reclining Armchair For Maximum Comfort
Located in NEW YORK, NY
One seater sofa with electrical reclining seat back and relax motion device in the seat. This sofa
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Luxury Home Cinema 3 Seater Sofa With Electric Reclining System
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This relax 3 seater sofa offered with electrical reclining seat back and relax motion device in the
Category
2010s European Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Italian Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno D70 Reclining Sofa 1954s
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, particularly during the mid-20th century. In 1954, Borsani created the iconic Tecno D70 Reclining Sofa for the
Category
Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mid Century Modern Borsani D70 Reclining Sofa, Grey Fabric, Collectible
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Milano, IT
grey fabric, and is in stunning conditions. The reclining mechanism works very smoothly on both sides
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal, Steel
H 31.5 in W 74.81 in D 39.38 in
De Sede DS-266 YOGA OUTDOOR Reclining Chair by Stefan Heiliger
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Outdoor by de Sede -
Six sculptures, six ways to enjoy life outdoors. Whether revolutionary and functional with the DS-164 Slide, flexible with the modular seating system with slidi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
1970's Yngve Ekstrom Style Fat Pine Framed Reclining Sofa with White Upholstery
By Swedese, Yngve Ekström
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fun 1970's, Yngve Ekstrom for Swedese style, pine sofa with large scale pine frame and original white textured upholstery. Small wheels on the piece make for easy movement! The frame...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Pine
H 57.5 in W 33.125 in D 35 in
De Sede DS-80 MEMORY OUTDOOR Reclining Chair by de Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Outdoor by de Sede -
Six sculptures, six ways to enjoy life outdoors. Whether revolutionary and functional with the DS-164 Slide, flexible with the modular seating system with slidi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Sofas
Materials
Wood
De Sede DS-101 James Bond Reclining Leather 3 Seat Sofa With 2 Ottomans
By De Sede
Located in Culver City, CA
Majesty’s Secret Service. Picture it: Lazenby, casually reclining in style, planning his next move, while
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 28.35 in W 102.5 in D 37.5 in
RESTORED DE SEDE DS47 RECLINING BROWN BUFFALO NECK LEATHER SOFA PART OF A SUiTE
By De Sede
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
cool, comfortable and good looking from any angle
These sofas have a kind of reclining action, the
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 29.53 in W 53.94 in D 37.01 in
Vintage White Leather Chaise Longue Mod. Cortina, 1990s
Located in Roma, IT
White leather relax armchair.
Independently extractable footrest, reclining backrest, adjustable
Category
1990s Italian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Tattomi Sofa, Armgardt & Maurer, Mobilia
By Ingo Maurer, Mobilia, Jan Armgardt
Located in Neuss, NW
: Jan Armgardt & Ingo Maurer, manufacturer: Mobilia
Reclining surface 132 x 210 cm
Category
Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Berga Mobler Sofa in Beige Mohair Upholstery
By Berga Mobler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
1940s combines comfort with elegance. Its bold, rounded design is complemented by a slightly reclined
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Model 250 Armless Sofa by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Las Vegas, NV
, slightly reclined silhouette and gorgeous walnut frames gives it a very simple, yet elegant look.
Sofa is
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Corner sofa Brühl Alba Sofa Couch with Recammiere
By Brühl
Located in Berlin, DE
numerous adjustment options. The reclining surfaces can be enlarged, headrests folded in, footrests
Category
2010s German Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Koinor Ecksofa Marylin Design Couch rot Wildleder
By Koinor
Located in Berlin, DE
reclining options for 3-4 people. All three modules can be moved horizontally on the platform. In addition
Category
2010s Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
De Sede Black Leather Sofa, 1970
By De Sede
Located in Chicago, IL
De Sede Black Leather Sofa, 1970. Original leather and each seat individually reclines.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Sultana Sofa Birds Eye Veneer
By Koket
Located in Manassas, VA
Recline like royalty on the curvaceous Sultana Sofa. With beautiful wood detailing sweeping across
Category
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Materials
Textile, Upholstery, Birdseye Maple
Graphic sofa by Strässle, Switzerland, 1980s
By Strässle International
Located in Lyon, FR
Matching reclining armchair and ottoman (last photo) also available.
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm Sofa in Brown Leather and Steel
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, featuring distinctive T-shaped legs. The backrest is slightly reclined, creating a natural angle that
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Minimalist Sofa, Rolf Grunow for Walter Knoll
By Walter Knoll
Located in Neuss, NW
Germany, design: Rolf Grunow, manufacturer: Walter Knoll
Sitting height 41 cm
Reclining surface: 200
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Otto Zapf Follow Me sofa 1970s.
By Knoll, Otto Zapf
Located in bari, IT
condition, designer Otto Zapf for Koll International 1970s production.
The seat is slightly reclining
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Otto Zapf Follow Me sofa 1970s.
By Knoll, Otto Zapf
Located in bari, IT
condition, designer Otto Zapf for Koll International 1970s production.
The seat is slightly reclining
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Sultana Sofa Ebony Veneer
By Koket
Located in Manassas, VA
Recline like royalty on the curvaceous Sultana Sofa. With beautiful wood detailing sweeping across
Category
2010s Portuguese Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Ebony
Danish FDB Møbler Three-Seat Sofa in Solid Oak and Beige Soft Upholstery
By FDB Møbler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
-frame structure with crisp lines and meticulously considered proportions. Its reclined backrest
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 30.52 in W 67.13 in D 28.35 in
1950s Sofa, model Stella
By Wilhelm Knoll
Located in Neuss, NW
quality materials
Made in Germany, manufacturer: Wilhelm Knoll
Sitting height 42 cm
Reclining surface
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Beech
De Sede Ds-490 Modular Sofa in Off-White Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With two flicks of the wrist, DS-490 can be converted into a double recliner. The seat units with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 40.95 in W 94.49 in D 55.91 in
French Art Deco Sofa or Settee with Beige Velvet Upholstery & Rosewood Armrests
Located in Plainview, NY
discernment. Its tactile plushness and subdued elegance beckon one to recline upon the sofa, promising the
Category
20th Century Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Rosewood, Velvet
H 31 in W 72 in D 40 in
Restored Bauhaus Sofa, by Vichr a Spol., Chrome, Leather, Czech, 1930s
By Vichr & Spol
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
durability. Suitable for both sitting and reclining, the sofa’s design also allows it to be disassembled into
Category
20th Century Czech Bauhaus Sofas
Materials
Chrome, Steel
H 30.71 in W 74.81 in D 33.86 in
Francesco Binfaré White Flap Sofa in Leather and Steel by Edra 2000s
By Francesco Binfaré, Edra
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
each connected to the double steel mechanisms that can be reclined in six different inclinations.
The
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 33.08 in W 139.77 in D 67.72 in
Spokeback Sofa by Børge Mogensen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1963
By Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Amsterdam, NL
. The details are really impressive, so is the unique feature of one reclining side and the leather
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Beech
Customizable Wittmann Vuelta Sofa by Jaime Hayon
By Wittmann, Jaime Hayon
Located in New York, NY
playfully around the corner, becomes the armrest, continues on to the sitter - or recliner–in order to
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
20th Century Italian Two-Seater Love Settee Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
the sofa, canapé is slightly reclined with slim, floating arms and resting on sculptural blonde wooden
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Walnut
De Sede Ds-490 Modular Sofa in Off-White Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With two flicks of the wrist, DS-490 can be converted into a double recliner. The seat units with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 40.95 in W 94.49 in D 55.91 in
Unopiu' Experience Sofa Outdoor Collection
By Unopiù
Located in Brooklyn, NY
weave make Experience an ele- gant, sophisticated line.
The loungers with reclining backs have sim- ple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Natú Sofa by Frau Caze
Located in Geneve, CH
posture while sitting or reclining.
Manufacturing and obtaining of materials in Europe.
A variety of
Category
2010s Austrian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Walnut
Directoire Style Sofa or Banquette with Adjustable Articulating Arms
Located in East Hampton, NY
recline. Newly reupholstered in navy blue linen. Firm enough for a banquette or table seating.
Category
Vintage 1930s Sofas
Materials
Linen
1950s Danish 3-Seater Minerva Sofa in Teal by Peter Hvidt & Orla Nielsen
By France & Daverkosen, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, Peter Hvidt
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
reclined backrest. It can be used if either side of the sofa is placed against a side wall.
This sofa can
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Teak
H 33.08 in W 74.81 in D 29.93 in
Easy Adjustable Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede, Markus Hartmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
three stages and offer individualized relaxing positions up to a flat reclining surface. Even the small
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Easy Adjustable Leather Sofa by FSM
By De Sede, Markus Hartmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
three stages and offer individualized relaxing positions up to a flat reclining surface. Even the small
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Black Leather Sofa and Armchair Attributed to Frits Henningsen, C1950s
By Frits Henningsen
Located in London, GB
backrest reclines significantly, making this a comfortable and usable sofa. This sofa is 85 in wide
Category
Vintage 1950s European Scandinavian Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather
H 30.71 in W 90.16 in D 32.29 in
Brazilian Mid Century Sofa Bed by Catalina S.A., c. 1960s
Located in New York, NY
reclined, transforming the sofa into a flat position suitable for use as a bed. Following refinishing, the
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
B&B Italia "Dambo" Sofa - In "Sirtaki" Jaquard
Located in Barrowford, GB
modern reclining-design creates is enhanced by the use of sumptuously comfortable, generously-upholstered
Category
2010s Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Sofa by Osvaldo Borsani Model D70 Italian for Tecno Years 1960
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
fabric). Possibility of adjusting the sofa in different positions until the fully reclined position
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal, Brass
Customizable Wittmann Vuelta Sofa by Jaime Hayon
By Wittmann, Jaime Hayon
Located in New York, NY
playfully around the corner, becomes the armrest, continues on to the sitter, or recliner–in order to
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
Customizable Wittmann Vuelta Sofa by Jaime Hayon
By Wittmann, Jaime Hayon
Located in New York, NY
playfully around the corner, becomes the armrest, continues on to the sitter, or recliner, in order to
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Customizable Wittmann Vuelta Velvet Sofa by Jaime Hayon
By Wittmann, Jaime Hayon
Located in New York, NY
playfully around the corner, becomes the armrest, continues on to the sitter - or recliner–in order to
Category
2010s Austrian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Velvet
Fried Egg Sofa, Canvas 424
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
Fried Egg Sofa Hero791, Sprinkles694, Mosaic922
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
Fried Egg Sofa, Hero 481
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
Fried Egg Sofa Moonlight
By Hans Olsen
Located in Viby J, DK
, inviting you to get cosy and recline.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Materials
Wood
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Reclining Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of reclining sofas available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct reclining sofas — often made from animal skin, leather and fabric — can elevate any home. There are 11 antique and vintage reclining sofas for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Reclining sofas have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Reclining sofas are generally popular furniture pieces, but Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Large reclining sofas can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller reclining sofas available at 1stDibs — each spanning 32.68 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Many reclining sofas are appealing in their simplicity, but Himolla, Ekornes Stressless and De Sede produced popular reclining sofas that are worth a look.
How Much are Reclining Sofas?
Prices for reclining sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, reclining sofas begin at $733 and can go as high as $23,091, while the average can fetch as much as $2,087.
Finding the Right Sofas for You
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.
Questions About Reclining Sofas
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best brand of reclining sofas is really a matter of preference. When choosing a reclining sofa, one should take style, comfort, quality, materials and color into account. Shop a range of antique and vintage reclining sofas on 1stDibs.
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