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What’s the difference between a settee and a loveseat?

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What’s the difference between a settee and a loveseat?

The difference between a settee and a loveseat is the amount of people each can fit. A settee can fit two or more people and can be a part of a sectional sofa. A loveseat is meant for only two and is usually a standalone piece.

1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
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Danish Midcentury Settee by Frits Henningsen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Elegant Danish settee or loveseat from circa 1950s by Master Furniture Maker, Frits Henningsen Solid and sturdy small piece with a strong presence and charming demeanor. Coil springs...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Wool, Beech

Danish 1940's Curved Small Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Super elegant "Banana" shaped curved sofa that the Danes were famous for in thew late Art Deco and early Midcentury periods. This sofa will make a strong statement in any room. Beaut...
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Beech

Danish 1950s Curved Banana Shape Settee in Red Mohair Tufted Backrest
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Banana shaped or curved loveseat made in Denmark, around early 1950s. This small sofa will make a strong statement in any room. Beautiful round voluptuous lines and tall legs. These ...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

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Mohair, Beech

Danish 1940's Banana Sofa with Straight Back and Front
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Super charming upholstered sofa made in Denmark sometime in the 12940's. Voluptuous organic design lines. This sofa is unique by having a straight back and front and not the curvatur...
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Beech, Wool

Ralph Lauren Country English Somerville Sofa Settee in Tweed
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A handsome Country English style sofa, settee, or loveseat designed by Ralph Lauren. The Somerville sofa features a soft gracefully arched double back, generous English rolled arms, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Country Loveseats

Materials

Brass

Antique Queen Anne Mahogany Floral Tapestry Tall Back Settee c1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Queen Anne Mahogany Floral Tapestry Tall Back Settee C1930 Measures - 50" x 58" x 36" This settee features a tall back design typical of the Queen Anne style, crafted from ...
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Early 20th Century Loveseats

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Upholstery

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