Feather Back Sofa
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Linen, Wood, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary British Sofas
Brass
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery
20th Century Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Faux Leather, Foam, Wood, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary American Chippendale Sofas
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery
2010s Central American Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Sofas
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather, Hardwood
20th Century British Victorian Sofas
Brass
Late 20th Century North American Chesterfield Sofas
Upholstery, Velvet
Antique 19th Century British Edwardian Sofas
Leather
2010s American Modern Sofas
Upholstery, Oak
20th Century British Sofas
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Queen Anne Sofas
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Feathers, Wood
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
20th Century British Sofas
Leather
20th Century British Sofas
Fabric
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Sofas
Leather, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Sofas
Leather
Antique Early 1900s American Chippendale Sofas
Silk, Mahogany
2010s American Modern Sofas
Velvet, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Linen
2010s Italian Sofas
Other
2010s Italian Sofas
Other
2010s Italian Sofas
Other
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Brass, Other
Antique 18th Century American Hepplewhite Sofas
Fabric, Jute, Cotton, Upholstery, Mahogany, Maple, Down
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Feathers
2010s Italian Sofas
Other, Metal
Late 20th Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s American American Classical Sofas
Mahogany
Antique 1830s English William IV Sofas
Leather, Elm
1990s Modern Sofas
Cotton, Foam, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary British Regency Sofas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Faux Leather, Foam, Wood, Feathers
2010s American Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Wood
2010s American Modern Sofas
Down, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Feathers, Wood, Foam, Faux Leather, Fabric
Antique 1880s British Victorian Sofas
Brass
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Foam, Polyester, Wood, Feathers
1990s American Post-Modern Sofas
Mohair, Foam, Feathers
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Foam, Polyester, Wood, Feathers
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Sofas
Foam, Polyester, Wood, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Faux Leather, Foam, Wood, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Leather, Fabric, Faux Leather, Foam, Wood, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Down, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sofas
Feathers, Down, Walnut, Foam, Velvet
2010s Portuguese Bohemian Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Ash, Feathers
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Rosewood, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Feathers, Wood
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Steel
Late 20th Century Sofas
Fabric, Foam, Down, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Wood, Feathers
- 1
- ...
Feather Back Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Feather Back Sofa?
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.
- What is a curved back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Curved back sofas are also known as conversation sofas or crescent sofas. Curved sofas are highly coveted as comfortable seating as well as for being a unique seating option. Shop a wide selection of curved back sofas on 1stDibs.
- What is a split back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A split back sofa is a sofa which features a back that is made up of two separate panels. These panels can be reclined and adjusted separately from one another, allowing for customizable comfort. On 1stDibs, find a range of split back sofas.
- What is a Bow back sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bow back sofa is a sofa which has a back that bows upward, forming a graceful curve that peaks at the center of the bench and tapers down to the arms. Chairs can also have a bow back design. Browse a collection of bow back furniture from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between high-back and low-back sofas is that the former has a taller backrest than the latter. Some people, especially tall men and women, feel that a high-back sofa is more comfortable because the taller back offers more support for the shoulders and neck. Low-back sofas are popular picks for open-plan interiors, as they allow sightlines to be maintained across a space. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of high-back and low-back sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What a sofa without a back is called depends on its style. A divan is a casual, low backless sofa, often clad in fabric and tufted. More formal backless sofas, usually framed by scrolled arms, are recamiers. Find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary sofas on 1stDibs.
Read More
The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
Light and Dwell Brings Elegance and Ease to an Oregon Wine Country Estate
Molly Kidd lets her affection for France shine through in a new-build home that has the character of a centuries-old villa but still feels light and fresh.