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Pair of Sofa Cassina Mario Bellini Black Skin Italian Design Minimal Razional
By Cassina
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair of sofa Cassina Mario Bellini 1970s black skin Italian design minimal Razional.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Animal Skin
H 24.81 in W 47.25 in D 24.41 in
Pair of Sofa’ by Ken Scott Brass and Optical Velvet Signed
Located in Foggia, FG
A pair of Sofa’ by Ken Scott Top Design 1970s Brass and Optical Velvet
Very good condition
Category
Vintage 1970s Sofas
Materials
Brass
Pair of Sofas Barocchetto Naples, Italy First Half '700
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of Barocchetto Neapolitan sofas, supported by eight curved and carved legs, the under-the-top
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Marco Zanuso, Pair of Sofas Model Baronet for Arflex, 1964
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Paris, FR
Lovely Pair of "Baronet" lounge sofas designed by Marco Zanuso and edited by Arflex in Italy, 1964
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery
Edward Wormley Pair of Sofas / Settees
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Highland, IN
These lovely, lightly scaled sofas or loveseats designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, are not only
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Matching Pair of Mid-Century Modern Curved Kidney Sofas or Loveseats
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A handsome matching pair of sofas from the 1980's. These feature their original white velvet
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Pair of French Art Deco 1930s Blue Velvet Sofa's
Located in Montreal, QC
Pair of French Art Deco 1930s blue velvet kidney shaped sofa's resting on sycamore carved feet
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Pair of French Napoleon III Sofas
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Stunning pair of French sofa's in the Napoleon III style, circa 1880.
These classic sofa's feature
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
LC2 Two-Seat Sofas by Le Corbusier Edited by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of sofas made of polished chrome-plated steel frame and leather cushion.
Designed by Le
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Pair Tor Wolfenstein Small Sofas
By Tor Wolfenstein
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is an unusual pair of Tor Wolfenstein small sofas that are newly upholstered in a high-end
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
18th Century, Pair of Italian Lacquered Chinoiserie Wood Sofas
Located in IT
Pair of sofas in carved walnut and lacquered chinoiserie, Venice, early 18th century.
This rare
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Sofas
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Pair of Kidney Shaped Sofas in the Style of Weiman
By Weiman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of kidney-shaped sofas feature a nice sculptural modern design, with a curved arched back
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Swedish Oak & Cognac Leather Sofas by K. E. Ekselius
By Karl-Erik Ekselius
Located in Firenze, Tuscany
Introducing a rare pair of cognac striped leather lounge sofas, manufactured by JOC Vetlanda in
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 31.5 in W 46.86 in D 29.53 in
Pair of Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Tuxedo Cream Sofa and Loveseat on Wood Base
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Tuxedo sofa and loveseat. A gorgeous pair of cream sofas
Category
Late 20th Century Sofas
Materials
Fabric
H 29 in W 88 in D 33 in
Pair of Hollywood Regency Vesey Style Sofas / Settee, Ebony Wood and Bronze
By John Vesey
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Hollywood Regency Vesey Style Sofas / Settee, Wood Frames with Bronze Mounts, New
Pair
Category
2010s European Hollywood Regency Sofas
Materials
Wood
H 33.5 in W 76 in D 33 in
Rare Pair of Swedish Biedermeier Style Sofas Couch Empire 20th C 172cm 3-4 Seat
Located in LONDON, GB
Rare pair of Swedish Biedermeier Empire style sofas from latter part of 20th Century in top grade
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Biedermeier Sofas
Materials
Birch
H 31.89 in W 67.72 in D 29.14 in
Vintage Fabric Sofas in Arabian Style
Located in Milano, IT
Amazing pair of sofas designed in the 1970s, fine Italian manufacture.
The sofas are very special
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Pair of Midcentury Settee's by Charlotte Chair Company
By Charlotte Chair Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage modern pair of sofas feature pink vinyl upholstery and a base with wood trim
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Pair of Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Vitra 3-Seat Alcove Sofa in Volo Mid-Grey
By Vitra, Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This pair of sofas was designed by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec in the early 2000s for production
Category
2010s German Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 37 in W 93.75 in D 33.75 in
Mario Botta for Alias Pair of 'Obliqua' Sofas in Zebra Print Upholstery
By Mario Botta, Alias
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Botta for Alias, pair of sofas, model ´Obliqua´, fabric, black lacquered wood, Italy, circa
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 34.26 in W 76.78 in D 28.35 in
COMFORTABLE PAIR OF HOWARD & SON'S STYLE SiLK BLEND FLORAL UPHOLSTEREED SOFAS
By Howard and Sons
Located in GB
price.
A very good looking and well made pair of sofas, they have been used with arm ends which are
Category
20th Century English Country Sofas
Materials
Silk, Hardwood
H 35.04 in W 78.35 in D 38.59 in
PAiR OF GEORGE SMITH CHELSEA SIGNATURE SCROLL ARM SOFAS HOWARD & SON'S MODEL
By Howard and Sons, George Smith
Located in GB
postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price.
This is a very finely made pair of sofas, from George
Category
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
H 36.62 in W 81.11 in D 41.74 in
1 OF 2 LARGE GEORGE SMITH HOWARD & SON's BROWN LEATHER SIGNATURE SCROLL ARM SOFA
By Howard & Sons Ltd, George Smith
Located in GB
, deep seated, George Smith Signature Scroll Arm large sofas with feather filled base cushions
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Leather, Beech, Oak
H 33.08 in W 84.06 in D 43.71 in
GEORGE SMITH RESTORED HOWARD & SON'S BROWN LEATHER SiGNATURE SCROLL ARM SOFA
By Howard and Sons, George Smith
Located in GB
, sealed them and then waxed them down, the end result is a very unique and desirable pair of sofas. The
Category
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Materials
Beech, Oak, Leather
H 36.62 in W 90.16 in D 41.15 in
Super Comfortable Pair of Howard & Son's Lenygon & Morant Ticking Fabric Sofas
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Lenygon & Morant, Howard and Sons
Located in GB
sofas with the original ticking fabric.
These have to be the most comfortable pair of sofas I have
Category
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
H 32.29 in W 66.74 in D 41.74 in
Fine Important Restored Pair of Antique Howard & Sons Leather Chesterfield Sofas
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in GB
serpentine front panels
This pair of sofas have been on a journey, they came to me in the original
Category
Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 27.37 in W 77.17 in D 36.03 in
Danish Modern Two-Seater Sofa with an Accent Pillow, Denmark ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
73 cm H; Seat height 42.5 cm
About the designer:
This Danish-made pair of sofas reflects the core
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 28.75 in W 72.84 in D 39.38 in
Superb Restored Pair of Loveseats by Wisner for Ficks Reed, circa 1954
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Atlanta, GA
service is available.
An exceptional pair of vintage sofas from a difficult to find seating series by
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Hardwood
Børge Mogensen #330 Fredericia Oak "Football" Sofas / Daybeds w/ Original Fabric
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Winnipeg, CA
A rare pair of sofas/daybeds designed by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia A/S. Originally designed in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 12.75 in W 56 in D 27.5 in
Pair of rattan sofas
Located in Hellerup, DK
Fantastic pair of vintage 1930s white painted French rattan high back sofas in rarely seen good
Category
Vintage 1930s French Sofas
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Warren McArthur Sofas
By Warren McArthur
Located in Chicago, IL
Warren McArthur sofas, model 915 anodized aluminum, machine pressed aluminum fittings
Category
Vintage 1930s American Machine Age Sofas
Materials
Aluminum
Matched Pair of 20th Century Sofas
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Near pair of English 20th century sofas reupholstered and covered in a linen.
These sofas sit on
Category
20th Century British Edwardian Sofas
Materials
Wood
Pair of French 20th Century Sofas
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Wonderful pair of 20th century French sofas which have been dry scraped back to the original paint
Category
20th Century French Louis Philippe Sofas
Materials
Silver Leaf
Pair of Weiman Curved Sectional Sofas
By Weiman
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of modern curved sectional sofas by Weiman, circa 1980s, featuring a geometric Aztek pattern
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of John Mascheroni Curved Sofas
By John Mascheroni
Located in Chicago, IL
This pair of John Mascheroni curved sofas, an elegant duo of modern furniture that adds a touch of
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
Pair of 19th c. French Sofas
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 19th c. French transitional style sofas, having reeded Louis XVI style legs and curved
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Materials
Wood
Pair of Walnut James Mont Sofas
Located in New York, NY
Pair of walnut James Mont sofas. The frame of the sofas is walnut, has lattice sides with a loose
Category
Vintage 1950s Hollywood Regency Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of Brass Frame Sofa's, 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Brass Frame sofas circa 1960. Restored and newly reupholstered. Priced individually.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Brass
Pair of Howard & Sons Portarlington Sofas
Located in New York, NY
Howard & Sons Portarlington sofas.
UK circa 1920s.
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Sofas
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Pair of Zoe Sofas by Vladimir Kagan
By American Leather, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Stunning pair of Zoe sofas by Vladimir Kagan.
Have you been looking for that perfect pair, look no
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Fiftyish Wingback Sofas
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in Saint Louis, MO
replace traditional walnut legs. Timelessly stylish. This pair of Fiftyish Sofas was newly professionally
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Directional Biomorphic Curved Velvet Sofas
Located in New York, NY
Pair of directional biomorphic curved velvet sofas. Kagan style.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Pair of Large Ornate Giltwood Antique Sofas
Located in London, GB
Pair of large ornate giltwood antique sofas.
French, early 20th century.
Measures: Height 100cm
Category
Early 20th Century French Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Giltwood
Pair Of Fine Contemporary Button-Tufted Sofas
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Finely crafted in contemporary lines with square frames and high arms. The backs, inside arms, and seats button tufted in off-white linen like upholstery. The arms with large brass n...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Matching Pair of Mid Century Danish Sofas
Located in New York, NY
new foam, webbing and upholstery. Priced as a pair!.
15yrds fabric each, the cost to have these redone
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Large Vintage Leather Corner Chesterfield Sofas
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A large pair of late 20th century leather corner chesterfield sofas. Comprising a three seater
Category
Late 20th Century British Chesterfield Sofas
Materials
Leather
A pair of "Spirit" Sofas by John Hutton
By John Hutton
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair “spirit” sofas by John Hutton for Dohghia. Covered in a deep rust colored velvet with
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of mid 20th century leather Chesterfield sofas
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of mid 20th century leather chesterfield sofas circa 1960.
Good quality pair of very
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Victorian Sofas
Materials
Leather
Pair of Velvet Sofas by Darren Ransdell Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of custom sofa's by Darren Ransdell design - a unique pair of velvet sofa's with an elegant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Flemish Mid 19thC Flame Mahogany Sofas
Located in Altrincham, GB
Pair of Flemish Mid 19thC Flame Mahogany Sofas with Reeded Leg of Biedermeier Influence - 60" w x
Category
Antique 1850s Belgian Biedermeier Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Mohair and Silk Striped Sofa's
Located in Spencertown, NY
The upholstery with studs, gimp and fringe, with velvet back and sides.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Napoleon III Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Silk
Pair of Viggo Boesen Sofas, Denmark, 1940s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by E.V.A. Nissen & Co. in Denmark. Rattan and cane.
Measures: W 172 cm
D 78 cm
H 80 cm
SH 38 cm
Good vintage condition, with signs of usage and patina.
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Materials
Cane, Rattan
Pair of Agora Green Sofas by Pepe Albargues
By Pepe Albargues
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of agora green sofas by Pepe Albargues
Dimensions: H 94 x D 98 x W 78 cm
Materials: Iron and
Category
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Pair of Derk Jan De Vries Domus Sofas
By Domus Italia
Located in Dronten, NL
Comfortable pair of two-seater sofas designed by Derk Jan de Vries for Domus.
Ash plywood frame
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Ash
Pair of Chinese Rosewood Carved Sofas or Benches
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic pair of Chinese carved rosewood sofas or benches featuring geometric armrests and gently
Category
20th Century Chinese Ming Sofas
Materials
Metal
Pair of Børge Mogensen Two-Seat Coupé Sofas
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Børge Mogensen two-seat coupe´ sofas, model 2192, produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik.
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Sofas
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Stunning Pair of Curved Kidney Shaped Sofa Midcentury
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning pair of curved kidney shaped sofas. Upholstered in a lovely textured cotton look fabric
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
RARE Pair of Curved Omnibus Sofas by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Las Vegas, NV
These curved Omnibus Sofas by Vladimir Kagan are RARELY seen and we just happen to have a pair. A
Category
20th Century Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Lucite
Pair of Bespoke Modern Sofas Atrributed to Gregorius Pineo
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Elegant pair of large custom-made matching sofas attributed to Gregorius Pineo, Los Angeles, CA
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Down, Oak
Pair of Mahogany Sofas by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare pair of mahogany framed sofas designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Category
Vintage 1950s Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
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Pair Of Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of pair of sofas available for sale. Frequently made of fabric, wood and animal skin, all pair of sofas available were constructed with great care. Find 828 antique and vintage pair of sofas at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 10 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Pair of sofas have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Pair of sofas are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small pair of sofas measuring 12 inches across. There have been many well-made pair of sofas over the years, but those made by Edward Wormley, Vladimir Kagan and Dunbar are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Pair Of Sofas?
Pair of sofas can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $8,437, while the lowest priced sells for $200 and the highest can go for as much as $86,165.
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.
Questions About Pair Of Sofas
- What is a modular sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A modular sofa is an upholstered seating solution meant to accommodate two or more people. Unlike standard sofas, modular designs feature multiple individual pieces that you can mix, match and arrange into different shapes and configurations. You will sometimes see them called sectional sofas. Find a range of modular sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a Sheraton sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Sheraton sofa refers to a specific neo-classical English furniture style that features round tapered legs with contrasting veneer inlays. Sheraton style grew in popularity in the late 18th century and remains to be a home-décor favorite for its classic style. Shop a selection of authentic Sheraton pieces on 1stDibs.
- What is a chaise on a sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A chaise, also known as a chaise longue (or, as it is sometimes spelled in the United States, a “chaise lounge”), is a long, upholstered sofa in the shape of a chair that can be used to prop one's legs upon. The name "chaise" refers to any long, reclining chair in modern French interior design, and the English translation is "long chair."
- What is a studio sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A studio sofa is similar to a futon in that it’s multifunctional. Studio sofas can be converted into a double bed by flattening out the frame.
- What is a sofa plinth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sofa plinth is a low base or pedestal that a sofa rests on. It borrows its name from a platform used to support an arch in classical architecture. People also call statue bases plinths. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage sofas.
- What is a sofa suite?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Also known as living room suites or a three-piece suite, sofa suites are usually sofas with two matching chairs. On 1stDibs you will find a variety of options for antique, new and vintage sofa suites.
- What is an Empire sofa?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Empire movement in design started in the 19th century and is characterized by straight lines in rigid symmetrical compositions. Empire sofas, and furniture specifically, are part of the French neoclassical style. Shop a collection of Empire sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Empire sofa is a type of sofa associated with the Empire style of art and architecture that came out of early 19th-century France. The designs of furniture in the Empire style were actually quite varied depending on the region which interpreted the design principles. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Empire style sofas from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The most comfortable sofa is a personal choice and will depend upon the sofa seat’s depth and height, filling and upholstery, back height and the back-pitch angle to recline or not to recline. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Today, options abound when it comes to style, material and comfort. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern sofas.
- 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 is a recamier sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A recamier sofa is a type of couch that features a high curved headrest and a low footrest. This type of sofa is sometimes backless that can be kept flat across the wall. A recamier sofa looks great in a living room, bedroom, study or elsewhere in your home. Shop a range of antique and vintage recamier sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a serpentine sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A serpentine sofa is an upholstered seating solution with a curvy shape reminiscent of the letter “S.” Vladimir Kagan designed the piece of furniture in 1950, and it has since become one of the best-known couches of the mid-century period. On 1stDibs, find a range of serpentine sofas.
- When was the sofa invented?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024No one knows for sure when the first sofa was invented. However, ancient versions of the furniture date back to 2000 B.C. in Egypt. Generally, Jay Wellingdon Couch receives credit for inventing the modern sofa in 1895. People even use his surname, Couch, as another name for the sofa. Explore a large selection of couches on 1stDibs.
- What is a sofa armchair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024A sofa armchair is a type of armchair. Specifically, the term describes an armchair with thick cushions on its backrest and seat and a deep frame that provides plenty of space for the user to settle in and relax. As a result, it offers the comfort typically associated with a sofa in a single-seat design, which is how this type of accent chair gets its name. Find a large selection of armchairs on 1stDibs.
- What is smaller than a sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A loveseat is a piece of upholstered furniture that is smaller than a sofa. Most sofas can accommodate three or more people, while a loveseat generally seats two. Single-seat furniture like accent chairs and armchairs are also smaller than sofas. Shop a collection of living room furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is a Corbusier sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A Corbusier sofa is a sofa designed by Swiss-born Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, best known by his adopted name Le Corbusier. He was a highly influential architect, designer, painter, urban planner and writer whose career spanned almost five decades. With the help of Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier created a number of designs for seating, including the famous LC2 and LC3. Each couples a tubular chrome frame with soft, supple leather upholstery, lending an organic warmth to an industrially made design and is engineered using ergonomic principles to complement the contours of the human form. Find a variety of vintage Le Corbusier sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a Nelson sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024A Nelson sofa is a sofa designed by George Nelson. Introduced in 1968, it features an exposed wooden frame and button-tufted cushions outlined by piping. The American industrial designer created the piece for Herman Miller, and the company continues to manufacture and sell it today. Explore a variety of George Nelson sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Bridgewater sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A Bridgewater sofa is a sofa with a low profile and low arms that are set slightly back from the front of the sofa. Classic Bridgewater sofas also feature a skirt and a rolled back. This is a simple and classic sofa that is an excellent choice for many homes. Shop charming Bridgewater sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a bergère sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bergère sofa is a piece of furniture more commonly called a bergère chair. The term describes an armchair that features upholstery on its back, arms and seat and a decorative wooden frame. Bergère chairs emerged during the Regency period in France but became especially popular during the Rococo era. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of bergère chairs.
- What is boucle sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bouclé sofa is a sofa that’s made from the heavy textile known as boucle. Bouclé is known for its fuzziness and soft texture, and designers often use it on rounded and asymmetrical furniture. Shop a collection of boucle sofas and other furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a Knoll Sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Knoll sofa, or a Knole sofa, is an interesting piece of furniture that’s believed to have its origins in the 1600s and to be the precursor to the modern sofa. It features two side-by-side cushions and arms that are as high as the back of the sofa. The most interesting feature is that these arms can often be tied back or dropped to change the profile of the sofa. Find an assortment of Knole sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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