Used Sofas
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Leather
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Fabric, Lucite, Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Fabric, Birch
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Used Sofas
Linen, Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Leather
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Leather, Foam
1970s Italian Post-Modern Used Sofas
Leather, Wood
20th Century English Modern Used Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet
Early 2000s American Modern Used Sofas
Suede
2010s Dutch Modern Used Sofas
Fabric
1970s Italian Space Age Used Sofas
Leather, Sheepskin, Cotton, Foam
1990s Swedish Used Sofas
Pine, Fabric
Early 2000s French Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Leather, Foam
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Brass
1880s French Louis XVI Used Sofas
Silk, Walnut
1990s North American Used Sofas
Upholstery
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Chrome
1980s French Used Sofas
Leather
1970s Italian Post-Modern Used Sofas
Leather, Fiberglass
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Mohair
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Leather
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Mohair, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary British Tribal Used Sofas
Brass
Late 20th Century American Modern Used Sofas
Suede, Upholstery
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Metal
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Velvet, Rosewood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Leather, Plastic
1990s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Used Sofas
Fabric, Teak
1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Fabric
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Fabric, Walnut
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Leather
Late 20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Faux Leather, Hardwood
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Sofas
Wool, Elm
1950s Brazilian Used Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century Brazilian Used Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Metal
20th Century American Used Sofas
Upholstery
1970s Italian Modern Used Sofas
Velvet
1820s English Regency Used Sofas
Linen, Mahogany
1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Stainless Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Fabric
1970s Italian Post-Modern Used Sofas
Leather, Plastic
20th Century English Used Sofas
Linen
1970s Italian Post-Modern Used Sofas
Suede
1930s French Art Deco Used Sofas
Cane, Wood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Leather, Walnut
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Leather
1960s American Post-Modern Used Sofas
Fiberglass
1980s Italian Post-Modern Used Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Upholstery, Teak
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Used Sofas
Wool, Cotton, Beech
1970s European Post-Modern Used Sofas
Leather
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Faux Leather, Imbuia
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Sofas
Leather, Walnut
1970s American Post-Modern Used Sofas
Bronze, Copper, Pewter
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Sofas
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Sofas
Leather, Wood
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Sofas
Metal
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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.
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