Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the English scroll arm sofa you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each English scroll arm sofa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using
fabric,
wood and
upholstery. Your living room may not be complete without an English scroll arm sofa — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An English scroll arm sofa, designed in the
Art Deco or
Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one English scroll arm sofa that is appealing in its simplicity, but
George Smith and
Hancock & Moore produced versions that are worth a look.
Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.
Styles to Know
Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa
A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.