Sofas
Antique, New and Vintage Sofas
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Metal
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Wool, Oak
2010s Japanese Modern Sofas
Maple
2010s American Modern Sofas
Faux Fur
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas
Wool, Foam, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Aluminum, Brass
2010s Asian Modern Sofas
Velvet, Ash, Bentwood
21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Sofas
Aluminum
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
1960s Italian Vintage Sofas
Leather, Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Sofas
Steel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Steel, Steel, Nickel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Brass
2010s American Sofas
Foam, Bentwood, Upholstery, Down, Cane, Ash, Hardwood, Velvet
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather
2010s Belgian Modern Sofas
Linen
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Fiberglass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Teak
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Beech, Pine
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Sheepskin, Beech
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Beech
20th Century Sofas
Bone
Mid-20th Century Unknown Sofas
Leather
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Beech, Sheepskin
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Oak, Fabric
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Chrome
1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Wood
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Wool, Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Oak, Fabric
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome, Steel
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Sofas
Walnut
2010s Thai Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Textile, Walnut
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Mahogany
20th Century Sofas
Linen, Giltwood
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Cane, Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Rosewood
1970s American Vintage Sofas
Upholstery, Lucite
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Iron
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Textile, Linen, Walnut
19th Century British Antique Sofas
Mahogany
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Leather, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Steel
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Bouclé, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Textile, Wool, Walnut
2010s Belgian Modern Sofas
Linen
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sofas
Steel
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Sofas
Fabric, Beech, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
2010s South African Modern Sofas
Brass, Steel
Antique, New and Vintage Sofas
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for a sofa, 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. 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.
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 antique, new and vintage sofas on 1stDibs.