Yellow Sofas Settee
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Settees
Fabric, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Sofas
Wood, Birch
1990s American Art Deco Settees
Satin, Wood, Feathers
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Settees
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Settees
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century American Regency Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary English Post-Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Birch
Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Faux Leather, Cane, Ash
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees
Metal, Brass, Iron
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Oak
Antique 19th Century Italian Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Benches
Cane, Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Benches
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Benches
Brass
Early 20th Century North American Adirondack Patio and Garden Furniture
Wicker
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XV Canapes
Tapestry, Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Settees
Mohair, Velvet
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Oak, Plywood
20th Century American Regency Dining Room Chairs
Burl, Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Hungarian Biedermeier Armchairs
Wood
20th Century English Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Side Chairs
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Sofas
Textile, Wood
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Foam
Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Sofas
Silk, Giltwood
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Louis XV Sofas
Wood
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Daybeds
Leather, Mohair, Mahogany
Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Furniture
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Sofas
Wood, Upholstery
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Secretaires
Birch
Recent Sales
Vintage 1940s French Sofas
2010s British Settees
Fabric
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
Beech
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Loveseats
Steel
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Settees
Fabric, Teak, Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Settees
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Sofas
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Upholstery
Antique Late 19th Century English Queen Anne Settees
Mahogany
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Settees
Upholstery, Velvet, Fruitwood, Mahogany, Sycamore
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Settees
Fabric
Antique Mid-19th Century Sofas
Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Settees
Wool
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Fabric
Antique 19th Century French Settees
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Settees
Mahogany
20th Century American Sofas
Wood, Linen
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees
Wool, Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century British Hollywood Regency Sofas
Bronze
Early 20th Century Sofas
Wood, Upholstery
20th Century American Chippendale Sofas
Mahogany, Velvet
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Metal
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees
Rosewood
Vintage 1970s Louis XVI Loveseats
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Fabric, Fruitwood
Early 20th Century British Living Room Sets
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery
Vintage 1940s Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture
Upholstery, Wicker
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Aluminum, Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs
Fabric
Antique 18th Century English Living Room Sets
2010s French Settees
Leather, Beech
Mid-20th Century English Chippendale Settees
Upholstery, Mahogany, Satinwood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Mahogany
20th Century Italian Art Deco Settees
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Mohair, Beech
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
Early 20th Century American Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture
Wicker
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
2010s French Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Settees
Velvet
Vintage 1940s French Sofas
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Settees
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Settees
Antique Early 19th Century English George IV Settees
20th Century French Sofas
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1940s French Sofas
Fabric, Wood
Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Iron
Wood, Textile
Vintage 1930s Central American Neoclassical Revival Settees
Velvet
Antique 19th Century English Sheraton Settees
Brass
Yellow Sofas Settee For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The difference between a sofa and a settee is largely a matter of personal opinion. Technically, the two words refer to the same thing. However, settee is no longer a commonly used term. As a result, some people call antique couches “settees,” and newer examples of the furniture “sofas.” On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique and vintage sofas and settees.
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