Antique Carved Wood Settee
Antique 1880s French Louis XV Settees
Fabric, Giltwood
Antique Late 19th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Settees
Leather, Teak
20th Century English Chippendale Settees
Wood, Mahogany, Upholstery
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Settees
Gold Leaf
Antique Late 19th Century French Settees
Wood, Walnut, Upholstery
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Settees
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century Javanese Settees
Rattan, Teak
Antique Early 1900s Louis XV Settees
Velvet, Wood
20th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Fabric, Satin, Silk, Wood
20th Century Louis XV Settees
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Early 1900s American Victorian Settees
Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Settees
Teak
Antique 19th Century French Settees
Wool, Giltwood
Early 20th Century Turkish Moorish Settees
Shell, Wood
Antique 1880s French Edwardian Settees
Upholstery, Mahogany
2010s American Other Settees
Metal, Sheet Metal
Antique 1870s North American Empire Settees
Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany, Satinwood
Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Settees
Upholstery, Giltwood, Burl
2010s American Other Settees
Metal, Sheet Metal
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Down, Silk, Beech
Early 20th Century English British Colonial Settees
Leather, Wood
2010s American Other Settees
Metal, Sheet Metal
Early 20th Century Southeast Asian British Colonial Settees
Cane, Wood
Early 20th Century Javanese Dutch Colonial Settees
Rattan, Teak
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century Anglo-Indian Settees
Upholstery, Teak
Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Settees
Brass, Steel, Iron
Antique Late 18th Century French Settees
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech
Antique Mid-19th Century Brazilian Settees
Wood
2010s American Other Settees
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Settees
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Settees
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Settees
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Settees
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Settees
Metal, Sheet Metal
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Settees
Upholstery, Wood
2010s American Other Settees
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Settees
Metal, Sheet Metal
Antique 1880s French Victorian Settees
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique Early 1700s Italian Settees
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century American Neoclassical Settees
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Settees
Gold
Antique 1880s Italian Renaissance Revival Settees
Walnut
2010s American Other Settees
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Settees
Metal, Sheet Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Settees
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 18th Century Swedish Settees
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century Louis XIV Settees
Mohair, Wood
Antique 1850s Brazilian Empire Settees
Cane, Wood
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Settees
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Settees
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Empire Settees
Muslin, Linen, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Settees
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Settees
Damask, Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Settees
Mahogany
Antique 1890s Swiss Black Forest Settees
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Upholstery, Giltwood
Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Settees
Silk, Mahogany, Giltwood
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Loveseats
Wood
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Antique Carved Wood 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, 2022Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
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