Sofa Styles and Characteristics

These flashcards cover various styles and characteristics of sofas as discussed in the lecture.

Bridgewater Sofa

A sofa with low, set-back arms and an elegant profile, usually skirted with a softly rolled back.

Cabriole Sofa

A Louis X-style sofa with a back that curves into the arms in a continuous line, often featuring wood trim and carved legs.

Camelback Sofa

Characterized by a curved back resembling a camel hump, straight lines, and a long individual cushion for the seat, innovated by Thomas Chippendale.

Chesterfield Sofa

An 18th-century deep-buttoned or tufted sofa with arms and back of the same height, traditionally made of leather.

English or Club Sofa

Features scrolled arms with a curved back higher than the arms, and visible legs.

Fainting Sofa

A sofa with a back that has one raised end, used by women to lie down when fainting, often located near stairs.

Futon

A type of sofa that folds down into a bed, with some designs acting as both a mattress and seat cushion.

Knole Sofa

Originating from 17th century England, it features a straight high back and adjustable angled arms, with traditional finial connections.

Lawson Sofa

A sofa with a low, squarish back and arms that are lower than the back, which can feature square or rolled arms.

Mid-Century Modern Sofa

Characterized by straight, squared lines and low, often square legs, presenting a streamlined form.

Sectional Sofa

Modular seating configured from components, including armless sofas and corner units, typically featuring clean-lined modern styles.

Tuxedo Sofa

A sofa with arms the same height as its back, often having outward-curving arms and one to three cushions on the back.