Fantastic Victorian Carved Walnut Cameo Back Settee
Located in Suffolk, GB
A fantastic Victorian carved walnut cameo back settee. A beautiful piece having three cameo backs with quality carvings to the tops, united by shaped carved splats.
Walnut
19th Century French Country Painted Carved Wood Settee
Located in Essex, MA
19th century French Louis XVI style painted carved wood settee covered in cream fabric. Grey painted and carved bench in an unusually long size measuring 73.5 inches long by 44.5 inc...
Wood
19th Century Carved Walnut Charles X Antique Settee
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Antique settee 1825s in full Charles X era. The settee is made of solid walnut hand carved.
Walnut
19th Century Carved Walnut Charles X Antique Settee
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Antique settee 1825s in full Charles X era. The settee is made of solid walnut hand carved.
Walnut
Sold|$6,835
Victorian Carved Walnut Settee, 19th Century
Located in GB
Victorian carved walnut settee A mid-19th century Victorian carved walnut settee.
Walnut
19th Century Victorian Carved Rosewood Settee
Located in Sofia, BG
An elegant early Victorian carved rosewood settee upholstered in dark brown leather.
Leather, Rosewood
Sold|$3,950
19th Century Carved Sofa or Settee
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a unique, if not slightly funky, highly carved bleached mahogany small sofa or settee that is newly upholstered in a Kravet herringbone tweed.
Fabric, Mahogany
19th Century Louis XV Giltwood Carved French Settee
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Beautiful upholstered giltwood settee in the Louis XV style, with a carved shell and floral decoration.
Giltwood, Photographic Paper
Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Loveseat Settee
Located in London, GB
This very attractive settee would sit well in many places in the home, including a bedroom. It’s antique early Victorian, possible William IV. Dating to around 1840s-1860s & solid wa...
Walnut
Sold|$3,691
Louis XV–Style Carved Walnut Caned Settee
Located in Cheshire, GB
An elegant Louis XV–style caned bergère settee, crafted in richly toned carved walnut. The shaped frame features finely executed rococo ornament, including scrolling foliage and flor...
Walnut
19th Century Italian Charles X Carved Walnut Antique Settee
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Antique settee 1825s in full Charles X era. The settee is made of solid walnut hand carved.
Walnut
19th Century Italian Charles X Carved Walnut Antique Settee
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Antique settee 1825s in full Charles X era. The settee is made of solid walnut hand carved.
Walnut
19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Carved Walnut Antique Settee
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Italian Antique settee circa 1845 of the period Louis Philippe. The settee is made of solid walnut wood hand carved.
Walnut
Sold|$3,850
19THC HAND CARVED WALNUT LOUIS XVI SETTEE
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC HAND CARVED WALNUT LOUIS XVI SETTEE SECOND HALF 19THC UPHOLSTERED IN HOMESPUN LINEN .
Walnut
Sold|$6,995
French Canapé Settee with Carved Gilt Frame
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An early 20th century French Louis XV style canapé settee with a finely carved and gilt frame, the original silk upholstery embellished with elaborate damask appliqué and embroidery.
Intricately Carved American Empire Antique Mahogany Settee
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Intricately carved American Empire antique mahogany settee. To be reupholstered with 6 yards C.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 19th century carved stretcher French settee
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very elegant three seater French settee with beautifully carved stretcher and legs.
Beech
Fine Neoclassical Carved Eagle Antique Canapé Settee, 19th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A most striking and refined canape of an unusual and delicate form, the work literally sprawls in a span of 86” against only 33 1/2” in height, creating a slender and stretched visua...
Silk, Wood
French Carved Mahogany Early 20th Century Red Fabric Boudoir Settee
Located in Long Branch, NJ
French Carved Mahogany Early 20th Century Red Fabric Boudoir Settee Dimensions : 32in tall x 31in wide x 18-1/2in deep
Mahogany
19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Carved Beech Wood Antique Settee
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Antique settee 1845s in full Louis Philippe era. The settee is made of solid beech wood hand carved.
Beech
19th Century Carved Chinese Daybed Bench Settee
Located in West Hartford, CT
19th century Chinese slatted daybed with scalloped and carved apron and feet.
Elm
Beautiful Victorian Carved Oak Two-Seater Settee In Jacobean Style
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sale this stunning late 19th century Victorian carved oak two-seater settee in Jacobean taste , having elaborate carved back rests with grapes and leaf worked...
Fabric, Oak
Large Anglo Indian Teak Carved Painted Settee, Bench
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Anglo Indian Teak Carved Painted Settee, Bench This is an unusual piece, the settee or bench is painted in green and has has a very intricately carved high back The bench is ...
Teak
Sold|$5,800
c.1880 French Hand-Carved Louis XIII Settee
Located in Highwood, IL
French hand-carved walnut Louis XIII settee with an os de mouton frame.
Walnut
Sold|$3,200 / set
Handsome Ornately Carved Wood Two-Piece Settee Loveseat
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Pair of American Victorian mahogany corner chairs, circa 1890, that when pushed together make a handsome settee. Carved wood is impressive with animal figures and turned spindles tha...
Mahogany
19th Century Profusely Carved Oak Flemish Sofa Settee
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Stunning Settee Which Depicts 3 Pairs Of Birds Courting On The Back Panel, Barley Twists To The Sides Leading Down To Carved Dogs On The Arms.
Oak
Sold|$8,800
c.1800 French Hand-Carved White Oak Settee
Located in Highwood, IL
Wonderful 200 year old settee with beautiful hand-carved detailing on the arms, feet and stretcher.
Carved Asian Wooden Bench / Settee Floral Decoration Elements Myanmar 1920s
Located in Salzburg, AT
Carved Asian wooden bench / settee floral details Myanmar 1920s The bench may be small, but it is extremely decorative - a pleasure to look at.
Fabric, Hemp, Wood
Antique Carved Bench/Settee, Denmark circa 1890-1900
Located in Round Top, TX
This graceful bench or settee has recently been given a new painted finish, creating a Gustavian look and feel. It has also been upholstered in a fresh, clean linen and is ready for ...
Wood, Paint, Upholstery
Large 19th Century Carved Mahogany Victorian Sofa Settee
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Stunning Carved Sofa Of Large Proportions Circa 1870. Slight Serpentine In Shape To The Front Rail, Beautiful Shape To The Swooping Back With Carved Pierced Back Rest. Carved Dogs...
19th Century Swedish Birch Sofa Settee Cornucopia Carved
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Beautiful Quality Roll Top Arm Sofa, Features Cornucopia Carved Legs, Even The Back Legs Are Carved To Face The Front. Serpentine Shaped Back. Good Clean Upholstery Which Is ...
Romantic Renaissance Revival Ornately Carved Walnut Loveseat Settee
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Magnificent Victorian carved walnut loveseat having ornate figural carvings of women on the arms, three oval back rests and a sexy kidney shaped seat. Upholstered in a silk jacard in...
Walnut
Antique French Breton Bench Settee Entry Hall Brittany Carved Oak Banquette
Located in Tyler, TX
Highly carved oak antique French Breton bench or settee with lift top seat~~c. 1880s Classic French Breton design~~Breton (sometimes known as Brittany) furniture originated in late ...
Oak
Antique French Breton Bench Settee Entry Hall Brittany Carved Oak Banquette
Located in Tyler, TX
Highly carved oak antique French Breton bench or settee with lift top seat~~c. 1880s Classic French Breton design~~Breton (sometimes known as Brittany) furniture originated in lat...
Oak
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveu Carved Beech Wood Antique Large Settee
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Antique settee 1910s in Art Nouveau era. The settee is made of solid beech wood hand carved.
Beech
Antique Victorian Mahogany Carved Parlor Settee Bench Love Seat
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid-late 19th century Victorian settee. Made from mahogany with ornate carved back.
Upholstery, Mahogany
A Rare and Unusual Portuguese Colonial Carved Rosewood Settee
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare and unusual Portuguese colonial carved rosewood settee; the paneled back with wide scrolled cartouche-shape carved crest flanked by scrolled arms above a serpentine slip seat ...
French Empire Settee
Located in Chicago, IL
French Empire settee acajou, upholstery and glided accents. Gilded and carved caratydids and lions foot motif.
Luxurious King Louis XVI Neoclassical Carved Canape Settee, France, 18th Century
By Claude Séné II
Located in London, GB
In the manner of Jean-Baptiste-Claude Séné. The frame finely carved with neoclassical decoration, with gadrooned top rail, flanked by small urns, the padded arms resting on spiral fl...
Silk, Wood
Italian Carved Gold leafed Sofa or Settee, 19th Century
Located in Pasadena, CA
Superb 19th century Italian carved and gilt small sofa or settee. The sofa retains its original gold leafed surface which has acquired a deep natural patina over its many years of li...
Gold Leaf
Antique French Carved Wood Settee Bench, circa Late 1800s
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is an antique French or Victorian style settee/bench with a beautifully carved wooden frame and upholstered seat, circa late 1800s.
Upholstery, Wood
Antique French Hall Bench Chair Settee Renaissance Revival Carved Oak 19th C
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Hall Bench Chair Settee Renaissance Revival Carved Oak 19th century.
Oak
Antique French Carved Walnut Settee in Vintage Fortuny Fabric
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Gorgeous feminine lines, fully restored antique settee, down cushion and vintage Fortuny fabric in sunny gold/yellow and cream, nailhead detailing. Lovely from every angle, includin...
Walnut, Upholstery
Rare Art Deco Teak Carved Paul Follot Attributed Wingback Settee & Arm Chairs
By Paul Follot
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare Paul Follot wingback armchairs and settee. Highest level craftsmanship and re-upholstered by a top shop in a calming neutral sage fabric. Beautiful wood grain and fine floral ca...
Teak
19th Century Carved Giltwood Patina Settee in Natural Linens
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Fabulous giltwood settee with aged bronzy finish and glaze. We have reupholstered this in a thick nubby soft burlap style linen in a light oatmeal color and the seat cushion is done ...
Cotton, Linen, Giltwood, Down
Antique French Hall Bench Breton Brittany Small Settee Carved Oak Lion Pew
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Hall Bench Breton Brittany Small Settee Carved Oak Lion Pew. Direct from France, a wonderful antique French hall bench, with a charming combination of French style an...
Oak
Antique French Carved Oak Hall Bench Breton Brittany Small Settee Pew Chest
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Carved Oak Hall Bench Breton Brittany Small Settee Pew Chest.
Oak
French Louis XVI Style Carved Painted Antique Canape Settee Sofa, 19th Century
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Very comfortable to sit in, legs are sturdy, this settee is ready for everyday use. Measures: 59" W x 38" H x 28" D x 17.5" seat height.
Linen, Upholstery, Giltwood
French Louis XVI Style Carved Giltwood Antique Settee Loveseat Sofa 20th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Beautifully carved and gilded, this striking Belle Époque settee is crafted in the typical manner of the Louis XVI taste during the fourth quarter of the 19th century.
Fabric, Giltwood
Antique Carved Mahogany Velvet Camelback Camel Back Sofa Settee
Located in West Hartford, CT
Antique carved sofa with magnificent color scheme with its newer raspberry bordeaux velvet upholstery. Down cushions. Frame and all five legs are intricately carved. Very comforta...
Velvet, Mahogany, Down
Vintage Carved and Painted Wood Upholstered French Settee Loveseat
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Very pretty French curved loveseat with carved mahogany painted white, fluted legs, and upholstered in a fancy celadon green and cream silk. Seat: 23" D x 15" H.
French Louis XV Carved Mahogany Loveseat Settee Modern Upholstery
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant antique Louis XV carved mahogany loveseat that has been newly upholstered in a Kravet fabric. Great lines and better scale. Comfortable, sturdy and gorgeous. Guaranteed to m...
Fabric, Mahogany
Georgian Style Settee with Pair of Side Chairs Highly Carved
Located in Stamford, CT
Georgian style settee with a pair of side chairs. All ornately carved with eagles and claw feet.
Wood
18th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Red Silk Settee 'Canape en Corbeille'
By Pierre Nogaret
Located in Berlin, DE
18th century French Louis XV carved walnut red silk settee 'Canape en Corbeille' An 18th century Louis XV carved walnut settee 'canapé en corbeille' attributed to Pierre Nogaret (...
Walnut
French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Chaise Longue Lounge Settee, 19th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Noteworthy for it’s petite and overall delicate proportions, this very attractive chaise longue is crafted in the Louis XV taste probably during the last quarter of the 19th century....
Silk, Walnut
Antique American Empire Carved Mahogany Eagle Cornucopia Settee Loveseat Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Empire Carved Mahogany Eagle Cornucopia Settee Loveseat Sofa.
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Green Mohair Fretwork Carved Mahogany Parlor Loveseat Settee
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Green Mohair Fretwork Carved Mahogany Parlor Loveseat Settee. Circa Late 19th Century.
Mohair, Mahogany
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