Wood Frame Sofas
Antique 1880s French Edwardian Settees
Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 20th Century European Sofas
Linen, Wood
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 1820s American American Empire Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
2010s German Post-Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Antique Late 18th Century American Hepplewhite Sofas
Mahogany, Down, Fabric, Jute, Cotton, Upholstery, Maple
2010s American Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Wood
20th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Wood, Fabric
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wrought Iron
2010s Chinese Modern Sofas
Fabric
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Ash, Oak, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
20th Century English Art Nouveau Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Sofas
Wool
2010s American Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood
Mid-20th Century Macedonian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Beech
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Settees
Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Baltic Neoclassical Sofas
Silk, Yew
Vintage 1980s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Birch
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Sofas
Upholstery, Cherry
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Daybeds
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Antique 1820s American Empire Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Beech
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood, Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
20th Century Italian Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Birch, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
1990s American Louis XV Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Sofas
Upholstery, Cherry
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Teak
2010s American Sofas
Polyester, Maple, Down
2010s Italian Baroque Sofas
Gold Leaf, Gold
2010s American Sofas
Polyester, Maple, Down
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
2010s American Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Suede, Beech
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Metal
1990s American Post-Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s Chinese Hollywood Regency Sofas
Wood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Early 2000s American Arts and Crafts Sofas
Wrought Iron
Antique 1850s European Hepplewhite Sofas
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Wood, Oak, Upholstery
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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.
- What is a gilded wood frame?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A gilded wood frame is a wooden frame with a gold or silver leaf detail. Gilded wood adds a vintage-style finish to frames and is a popular choice for home decor. Find a selection of gilded wood frames on 1stDibs.
- Which wood is best for sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best wood types for furniture are all hard and durable wood types. This includes Walnut, Maple, Mahogany and Oak. Find a range of antique and vintage sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025What Flexsteel sofa frames are made of may vary. However, the majority of the luxury furniture maker's pieces feature solid hardwood frames. Flexsteel is well-known for its innovative steel spring systems that give its sofas long-lasting, supportive suspension. On 1stDibs, find a range of Flexsteel furniture.
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