$12,688Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Drawing Room Sofa, English, Large 2 Seat Settee, Show Frame, William IV
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large drawing room sofa. An English, mahogany two seat settee with show frame, dating to the William IV period, circa 1835. Exquisite upholstery complements the striking ...
Upholstery, Wood
Austrian Biedermeier Settee, walnut - Josef Dannhauser, Vienna 1820 - 2 Seater
By Josef Danhauser
Located in Göttingen, NI
2-Seater Burl Walnut veneered. Flat frame on profiled volute feet, bowed armrests. Seat, armrests and back newly upholstered with yellow gold-colored moirée height 95 cm, seat hei...
Walnut
Very Rare Baumann Bentwood Salon Suite This is an original Baumann Suite
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Very Rare Baumann Bentwood Salon Suite This is an original Baumann Upholstered Bent Wood Salon Suite, comprising a 2 Seater Settee, an Arm Chair, 2 side chairs and a stool.
Bentwood
$1,176Sale Price|55% Off
French antique Damask Canape-2 Seater Sofa-Settee-Louis XVI Style-1900s
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
Exquisite 19th-century French Sofa embodies the timeless elegance of Louis XVI-inspired Design – with perfectly balanced proportions and intricate carvings. Handcrafted from solid wo...
Cotton, Silk, Wood, Damask
Unavailable
H 40 in W 48 in D 26 in
A 19th Century Copy of a 17th Century Dutch Period Ceylonese 2 Seater Settee
Located in London, GB
A 19th Century Copy of a 17th Century Dutch Period Ceylonese 2 Seater Settee
Late 19thC Continental Gilded & Painted 2-Seater Settee
Located in Altrincham, GB
Late 19thC Continental Gilded & Painted 2-Seater Settee, with silver Damask patterned material, deep buttoned back and cushion on cabriole legs - 48"w x 30"d x 34.5"h (16" to the seat)
Upholstery, Softwood
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H 42.13 in W 73.82 in D 33.27 in
Antique Spoon Back Sofa, English, Walnut, 2-Seat Settee, Early Victorian, 1840
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
An English, walnut and textile 2 person settee, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1840.
Walnut
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H 36.03 in W 64.97 in D 34.06 in
Antique Bergere Sofa, English, Beech, Cane, 2 Seat Settee, Edwardian, Circa 1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique bergere sofa. An English, beech and cane two seat settee, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Presenting beautifully, a delightful living room or conser...
Cane, Beech
Exquisitely Carved Mahogany 2 Seater Sofa Settee
By James Hicks
Located in Altrincham, GB
Exquisitely Carved Mahogany 2 Seater Sofa Settee - in Early Georgian Style hand crafted by James Hicks - Dublin c1895-1905 - 44"w x 27"d x 38.5"h (20" to the seat) The work of Dubl...
Mahogany
Arts & Crafts 2 Seater Settle By William Birch
By William Birch
Located in Petworth, GB
Arts & Crafts oak framed 2 seater settle Ergonomic back slats with stylised tulip decoration Turned legs and drop-in rush seats By William Birch of High Wycombe Circa 1900 Heigh...
Rush, Ash
Michel Ducaroy's Togo 2 Seater Sofa by Arconas
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Seattle, WA
This is a rare & unique piece created by Arconas - a licensed North American manufacturer of Ligne Roset for a brief period in the 80s. After this short timeframe, Ligne Roset decide...
Fabric, Foam
Antique Camel Back 2 Seater Sofa by Jas Shoolbred, London
By Jas Schoolbred
Located in Batley, GB
A very nicely shaped sofa by Jas Shoolbred raised on walnut cabriolet front legs. In good structural condition and only requiring upholstery. If you would like this upholstering ...
Walnut
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H 36.25 in W 51 in D 22.5 in
Rococo Revival Walnut Parlor Suite with Settee and Four Chairs, 19th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Measurements: [side chairs] 18 3/4" W x 18" D x 34 5/8" H, 18 1/2" H to seat; [arm chairs] 25 1/2" W x 20 1/2" D x 36 5/8" H, 17 1/2" H to seat; [settee] 51" W x 22 1/2" D x 36 1/4"...
Walnut
Leather 2 Seater Library Chesterfield Settee
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Leather 2 Seater Library Chesterfield Settee This Settee is the ultimate in Vintage Country House Chic, it has a delightfully generous shape, and the leather upholstery is original...
Leather
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H 31.11 in W 40.16 in D 24.41 in
Settee Sofa Love Seat Pair Green Gold Linen American 2-Seater Petite Wide
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
- Unusual petite pair of love seats 3ft 3in long - 19th century, American, provenance from an American Collection in UK - Contemporary feel; reupholstered by a French master crafts...
Linen, Mahogany
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H 40.75 in W 54.93 in D 30.32 in
Antique Button Back Sofa, English, Leather, 2 Seater, Club Settee, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
An English, leather over walnut 2-seater club lounge settee, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.
Leather
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H 32.68 in W 70.87 in D 33.86 in
Antique 2 Seat Sofa, French, Textile, Beech, Settee, Lounge, Victorian, C.1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique 2-seat sofa. A French, textile and beech lounge settee, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
Beech
Victorian Sofa Circa. 1880
Located in Fulton, CA
Elegant American Victorian "Balloon Back" 2 seat sofa / settee or loveseat. Hand carved from solid walnut.
Walnut
Vienna Biedermeier Sofa, 2 Seats
Located in Paris, FR
This Vienna Biedermeier sofa is crafted of oak veneer in Austria in the 1830s. Carved with elegant curving lines and cornucopia, it is a masterpiece of the Biedermeier style (1815-18...
Fabric, Oak
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H 41.34 in W 47.25 in D 26.78 in
Danish Early 20th Century Two Seater Seater in Shearling Lambswool & Wood, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Presenting a charming Danish settee / 2 seater lounge sofa dating from the early 20th century, freestanding and fully upholstered, including a beautifully padded back, allowing the p...
Lambskin, Wool, Wood, Beech, Oak
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H 35.44 in W 63.78 in D 27.56 in
Swedish Biedermeier Sofa Settee Couch 2-3 Seat 19th Century Art Deco Empire
Located in Lewes, England
Antique Swedish Biedermeier Empire smaller sofa couch with a highly carved shape and stunning shell motif on the top. There are smaller carved details above the gracefully curved le...
Birch
Louis XIII Walnut 2-Seater Settee
Located in Vancouver, BC
Very attractive French Louis XIII style 2-seater settee with heavily carved arms and carved understretcher.
Walnut, Wool
Elaborately Carved Early 20th Century 2-Seat Settee
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A quite remarkable 2-seat settee with most elaborate and detailed carving to all the other sections.
Wood
Antique Settee
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Old Feminine Louis XVI style 2-seater settee from France. Old grey finish with original blue striped silk upholstery.
Georgian Biedermeier Settee
Located in Lymington, GB
Georgian Biedermeier 2 seater settee in excellent condition. The sofa has been professionally reupholstered in a period colour fabric, re webbed and re sprung.
Upholstery, Wood
3 Piece Late Victorian Mahogany Parlor Suite
Located in Vancouver, BC
Reupholstered 3 piece late Victorian parlor suite consisting of 2 seater settee, arm chair and petite side chair.
Mahogany
FRENCH LOVER SETTEE
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2 seat lover settee in hand carved walnut
Wood, Fabric
Pair of Late Empire Gustavian Griffin Armchairs
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of very Elegant and Grand Late Empire Swedish Gustavian painted & wood sculpted & water gilded Gustavian Griffin Armchairs For reference see Håkan Groth, Neoclassicism in the N...
Giltwood, Upholstery
$57,065
H 76.78 in W 43.31 in D 21.66 in
Modern Penedo Quartz Display Cabinet, Handmade in Poerugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Penedo Quartz Display Cabinet, Handmade in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple The Penedo quartz display cabinet captures the enduring beauty of nature’s landscapes,...
Onyx, Carrara Marble, Granite, Brass
$15,439 / item
H 32.68 in W 110.24 in D 40.56 in
Art Deco Sofa by Munna Design Studio with Velvet Upholstery
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
Velvet
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Vintage George III Style Carved Giltwood Wall Mirror
Located in Morristown, NJ
Vintage 20th c., George III style carved giltwood mirror with scrolled vine open work frame, unmarked. Dimensions: Approx. 47"h x 27"w x 3"d Condition: Fair, losses, chips, c...
Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
$68,500 / set
H 0.75 in Dm 10.75 in
Minton Mazarine Extensive Pristine Dinner Service Cobalt Blue & Gold 232 Pcs
By Minton
Located in Great Barrington, MA
It's always time to entertain! This is one of the most elegant and versatile patterns imaginable in a Classic and rare Minton cobalt blue pattern with raised paste gold on a white gr...
Porcelain
Sold|$2,898
H 37.41 in W 81.89 in D 29.14 in
Antique sofa from the late 19th century, Northern Europe.
Located in Chorzów, PL
This elegant antique sofa, dating from around 1880, originates from Northern Europe and reflects the refined aesthetics of the Biedermeier style. Crafted from rich walnut wood, it sh...
Walnut, Fabric
$19,500
H 101 in W 67 in D 22 in
Monumental French Gothic Revival Bibliotheque - Buffet China Cabinet Bookcase
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and magnificent 19th century Gothic Revival hand carved painted parcel gilt bibliothèque (today use as a library bookcase or hutch, dining room buffet, vitrine display) Most ...
Glass, Wood, Paint, Pine, Giltwood
Elaborate Victorian Shaped Walnut Sofa
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
An elaborate Victorian shaped walnut sofa, the deep-buttoned back with an arched cresting rail and upswept corners curving down to scrolling arms continuing into cabriole legs with b...
Walnut
$14,850
H 54.5 in W 49 in D 6 in
A Florentine 19th Century Baroque Style Giltwood Carved Figural Mirror Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very Fine Italian 19th century Baroque Revival style Florentine giltwood carved figural mirror frame, with carvings of allegorical masks on each corner and scrolled acanthus border...
Mirror, Wood
$415,849
H 86.03 in Dm 51.97 in
Extremely Rare Victorian Chandelier of Exceptional Quality and Size by F&C Osler
By F. & C. Osler
Located in Steyning, West sussex
An extremely rare early Victorian 20-light cut-glass silvered mounted chandelier of exceptional quality the baluster thumb and radial cut shaft with lower shaft canopy and draping pa...
Silver Plate
19th Century French Pine Library Bibliotheque Bookcase
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand late 19th century country French library bibliotheque bookcase cabinet constructed from pine. The large case features a country French aesthetic stripped pine finish with a des...
Brass
$16,500 / set
H 26.25 in W 22 in D 23 in
Restored Antique Baltic Biedermeier Armchairs, Mahogany, Circa 1830
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early 19th Century, antique pair of Baltic Biedermeier armchairs made of hand crafted polished Mahogany, in good condition. The particularized veneered carved side chairs have a w...
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Mahogany
$12,800
H 70.5 in Dm 21.5 in
'Tucroma' Leather Rotating Wardrobe by Guido Faleschini for i4Mariani, Italy
By i4 Mariani, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 'Tucroma' leather rotating wardrobe was designed by Guido Faleschini in the 1970s and produced by i4Mariani (Italy). Custom colors and finishes are available. The Tucroma ro...
Chrome
Fine Carved Antique French Settee with High Arms
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A notable early French settee in a custom fabric treatment. The frame with high arms and canted back corners. Carved ribbon and leaf motifs on the crest rail, ribbon motif on the sea...
Wood
$175,000
H 108 in W 96 in D 24 in
Palatial Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Vitrine by François Linke
By François Linke
Located in Long Island City, NY
A palatial and superb early 20th century gilt bronze Mounted Louis XVI style Mahogany Vitrine by François Linke François Linke The arched top with scrolled corners and centered by ...
Bronze, Ormolu
Small 19th century Swedish empire birch sofa
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Small 19th century Swedish empire birch sofa circa 1860 Good quality Swedish empire period birch sofa upholstered in kalim woven fabric. Small sofa or a very comfortable single cha...
Fabric, Birch
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.
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