What are cloud sofas?

Cloud sofas can refer to one of two pieces of furniture. In some cases, the phrase indicates a mid-century modern couch designed by the American designer Adrian Pearsall. On social media, you may see someone reference the Restoration Hardware cloud sofa, a contemporary piece that went viral in 2021. You'll find a selection of Adrian Pearsall cloud sofas on 1stDibs.

Cloud Sofa

1980 Wood Sofa

Curved Sofa By Weiman Furniture

1980s Couch

Adrian Pearsall Sofa Fabric

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa

Cloud Chaise

The Cloud Couch

Kagan For Directional

$4,600Sale Price|20% Off

Fabulous White Leather Cloud Sofa Weiman, 1980s

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Fabulous white leather cloud sofa, circa 1980s. The original owner had this sofa recently re-upholstered in a durable thick white leather and looks great.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

$3,400

1990s Serpentine Cloud Sofa, Original Fabric, Chrome Feet

Located in Miami, FL

1990s Serpentine Cloud Sofa, Original Fabric Offered for sale is a 1990s in the original red fabric.

Category

1990s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Located in Chicago, IL

A sculptural three-seat sofa by Preview. This iconic piece features Kagan’s signature sweeping curve and exaggerated, rounded arms that flow seamlessly into the form. Upholstered in ...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Recent Sales

Cloud Sofa (Customizable)

Unavailable

H 29.53 in W 82.68 in D 35.44 in

Cloud Sofa (Customizable)

By Zaha Hadid

Located in Dover, DE

With its plush, cloud-like texture and luxurious feel, this sofa is designed to make you feel like you're floating on a fluffy cloud.

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Leather, Cotton, Linen

Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa

Unavailable

Unavailable

H 32.3 in W 177.2 in D 39.4 in

Cloud - the editable sectional sofa

Located in Fiscal Amares, PT

Welcome to the epitome of comfort and adaptability with the CLOUD modular sofa ! Our sectional sofa is a seamless blend of versatility and coziness, making it the perfect choice for ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sectional Sofas

Materials

Ash, Down

Cloud Kids Sofa in Wood and Velvet by Circu Magical Furniture

Unavailable

H 34.65 in W 82.68 in D 27.56 in

Cloud Kids Sofa in Wood and Velvet by Circu Magical Furniture

By Circu

Located in New York, NY

Cloud Sofa for Kids in Wood and Velvet by Circu Magical Furniture The Cloud Sofa for Kids in Wood and Velvet by Circu Magical Furniture has a cloud-shaped form and it’s the perfect ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Children's Furniture

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Early Japanese Takeda Ningyo of a Kabuki Actor in the Role of Kumagai Naozane

Unavailable

H 14 in W 7.25 in D 6 in

Early Japanese Takeda Ningyo of a Kabuki Actor in the Role of Kumagai Naozane

Located in New York, NY

Early Japanese Takeda Ningyo of a kabuki actor in the role of Kumagai Naozane from the play Kumagai Jinya (1751) based on the Atsumori chapter from the Classic Tale of Heike, where K...

Category

Antique 1780s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Textile

TATEYAMA Cloud Contemporary Sofa in Fabric

Unavailable

H 28.35 in W 98.43 in D 49.22 in

TATEYAMA Cloud Contemporary Sofa in Fabric

By Secolo, Artefatto Design Studio

Located in London, GB

Tateyama is a conversational sofa characterised by its soft curves and unusual shape which encourages the users to engage with one another. It is both welcoming and comfortable. A ga...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

H 27 in W 96 in D 48 in

Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa

Category

Vintage 1960s American Sofas

Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa

Sold

H 28.5 in W 94 in D 37 in

Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in New York, NY

Vladimir Kagan cloud sofa.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa

Sold

H 38 in W 91 in D 42 in

Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Nice V. Kagan cloud sofa.

Category

Late 20th Century American Sofas

Sold

H 34 in W 96 in D 35 in

Mid-Century Modern Cloud Sofa

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Rare design cloud sofa possibly designed by V. Kagan.

H NaN in W 106 in D 66 in

BEAUTIFUL MIDNIGHT BLUE MOHAIR VLADIMIR KAGAN CLOUD SOFA

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful VLADIMIR KAGAN cloud sofa upholstered in a luxurious mid-night blue mohair upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Sofas

Vladimir Kagan Red Ultrasuede 'Cloud' Sofa

Sold

H 31 in W 98 in D 42 in

Vladimir Kagan Red Ultrasuede 'Cloud' Sofa

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Astoria, NY

A 'Cloud' sofa, by designer Vladimir Kagan and produced circa 1980s, entirely in red ultrasuede on chrome plated steel base, with curved back, designated to one side of the sofa, fac...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Ultrasuede

$3,500

H 26 in W 74 in D 22.5 in

Vintage Postmodern White Leather Sofa, circa 1970s–1980s

Located in Montréal, CA

Striking vintage postmodern sofa upholstered in luxurious white leather. Featuring a generous, low-profile silhouette with generously padded cushions, sculptural rounded arms, and di...

Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

$11,500

H 30 in W 101.75 in D 34 in L 30 in

1960s Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Gondola Sofa Mid Century Modern

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A 1960s gondola sofa designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Mid century modern at its finest with sweeping solid walnut sculptural legs. Spanning 102” in width with two o...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Italian Two and a Half Seat White Leather Sofa B&B "Alanda"

$3,327

H 29.53 in W 82.68 in D 33.86 in

Mid-Century Modern Italian Two and a Half Seat White Leather Sofa B&B "Alanda"

By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva

Located in Prato, IT

Mid-Century Modern Italian B&B "Alanda" two-and-a-half-seat white leather sofa by Paolo Piva with adjustable back pillows and armrests, 1970s. The sofa shows wear due to age and use...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Iron

Object 085 Sofa by NG Design

$7,790 / item

H 23.63 in W 86.62 in D 43.31 in

Object 085 Sofa by NG Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Object 085 Sofa by NG Design Dimensions: W 220 x D 110 x H 60 cm Materials: Velveteen Also Available: All of objects available in different materials and colors on demand. Our firs...

Category

2010s Polish Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Materials

Velvet

$3,295 / set

H 30 in W 72 in D 41 in

Modern to Postmodern Low-Slung Love Seat & Chair Burnt Orange & Aluminum Detail

Located in Topeka, KS

Fabulous vintage Modern to Postmodern very low slung sofa or loveseat & chair fully upholstered in a burnt orange velvet fabric with rolled-barrel shaped ruched backs & arms,...

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

$6,855 / item

H 23.63 in Dm 43.31 in

Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier

Located in Roma, Lazio

A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Brass

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Cloud Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the cloud sofa you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wood and upholstery, every cloud sofa was constructed with great care. Find 617 options for an antique or vintage cloud sofa now, or shop our selection of 41 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a cloud sofa — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each cloud sofa bearing mid-century modern, modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one cloud sofa that is appealing in its simplicity, but Vladimir Kagan, Directional and Adrian Pearsall produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Cloud Sofa?

A cloud sofa can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $8,500, while the lowest priced sells for $12 and the highest can go for as much as $175,000.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

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.

Questions About Cloud Sofa

What are cloud sofas?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Cloud sofas can refer to one of two pieces of furniture. In some cases, the phrase indicates a mid-century modern couch designed by the American designer Adrian Pearsall. On social media, you may see someone reference the Restoration Hardware cloud sofa, a contemporary piece that went viral in 2021. You'll find a selection of Adrian Pearsall cloud sofas on 1stDibs.

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