19th Century Louis XVI Style Ornate Giltwood Sofa
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite Louis XVI style giltwood sofa, or “canapé,” epitomizes the refinement and artistry
19th Century French Antique Gilt Sofa
Tapestry, Giltwood, Wool, Silk
19th Century Louis XVI Style Ornate Giltwood Sofa
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This exquisite Louis XVI style giltwood sofa, or “canapé,” epitomizes the refinement and artistry
Tapestry, Giltwood, Wool, Silk
Antique Renaissance Revival Jelliffe School Carved & Inlaid Walnut Sofa
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Renaissance Revival Jelliffe School triptych sofa features carved frame with segmented back
Upholstery, Wood
Antique French Sofa 19th Century Louis XV Giltwood
Located in Buxton, GB
This antique French sofa, crafted in the 19th century during the time of Louis XV, exudes elegance
Cotton, Upholstery, Giltwood
19th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood and Silk Sofa
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful giltwood sofa covered with golden silk fabric in the Louis XVI style. Slightly distressed
Silk, Wood
Sold|$28,587 / set
Pair of Venetian "Fan" Sofas with Mustard-Yellow Upholstery
Located in Dubai, AE
light blue-greyish color, featuring distinctive parcel gilt elements in the Baroque style. Each sofa is
Fabric, Wood, Giltwood
Transition Style Sofa in Giltwood and Tapestry, circa 1880
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Transition style sofa in giltwood standing on four cabriole legs ending in scroll with a decor of
Tapestry, Wood
Louis XV Style Sofa with Red Velvet and Gilded Wood
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Louis XV style sofa with red velvet and gilded wood Napoleon III period carved wood and gilded
Wood
19th Century French Sofa in Giltwood in Louis XV Style
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Great French sofa from the late 19th century. Furniture in Louis XV style in richly carved and
Fabric, Wood
19th Century Green Lacquered Painted and Giltwood Italian Sofa, 1880
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
19th century Italian sofa. Furniture in carved, gilded, lacquered and hand painted wood with very
Cane, Wood
19th Century Louis XVI Style Miles Redd Cubist Silk Sofa
Located in Houston, TX
We restyled this shabby 19th century Louis XVI giltwood sofa in Miles Redd's contemporary new
Silk, Wood
Sold|$2,800
Louis XV Style Giltwood Sofa
Located in Stamford, CT
Louis XV Style Gilt Wood Sofa. This finely gilt wooden sofa sits upon a group of Louis XV Style
Small Louis XVI Style Cane Sofa in Giltwood, circa 1880
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Small Louis XVI style cane sofa in giltwood standing on four tapered fluted and chandelles legs
Cane, Wood
Sold|$2,337
Large Antique 3-Seater Sofa
Located in Batley, GB
A large elegantly shaped 3 seater sofa raised on gilt turned legs with the original ceramic Cope
Beech
Italian 19th Century Large Sofa Sicilian Canapè with Lacquer Gilding Red Velvet
Located in Milano, MI
with gilt roses centered by a shelled gilded profiles. This elegant Italian sofa is raised on a
Velvet, Wood
19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Carved and Gilded Walnut Antique Sofa, 1850s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Antique Italian sofa in precious carved walnut wood 1950s. The wood has been finely decorated with
Walnut
Sold|$8,700
Louis XVI Style Sofa by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
decorated and gilt gold sofa is constructed by hand. The tapering legs support a carved apron leading to a
Sold|$4,995
Dutch 19th Century Baroque-Style Box Sofa
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This stunning ebonized and parcel-gilt Baroque-style box sofa, circa 1830s, is a great example of
Wood
Sold|$3,450
French Gilt + Carved Louis XVI Side Table
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Lovely quality French 19th century gilt two-tier side table with a marble top set within a carved
Marble
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 Leaf
Antique French Empire Ormolu Mounted Sofa Settee, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fantastic and highly decorative antique French gilt bronze mounted Empire Revival sofa
Ormolu
Antique French Empire Ormolu Mounted Flame Mahogany Sofa 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a fantastic and highly decorative antique French gilt bronze mounted Empire sofa, circa
Ormolu
Important Pair of Georgian Giltwood Sofas Attributed to John Cobb
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very important pair of George III gilt wood rococo sofas attributed to John Cobb, the arched shaped
Giltwood
Adam Period Sofa with Carved Giltwood Frame and Blue Velvet Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
A period Adam sofa with carved gilt wood frame upholstered in blue cut velvet with casters. Placed
Velvet, Wood
Louis XVI Carved Gilt Wood Canape
Located in Westwood, NJ
Louis XVI Carved Gilt Wood Canape w/ silk upholstery. Carved Crest Rail, Apron and Stop Fluted
Sold|$4,995
19th c. Water Gilt English Settee
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century English Settee with newer 22k water gilt finish. Vintage linen upholstery with
Wood
An Important Painted & Parcel Gilt Canapé
Located in Sheffield, MA
Torino, Italy
Provenance: Villa Chiara, Monte Carlo, France
Sold|$7,500
19th. c Painted Parcal Gilt Italian Canape
Located in New Orleans, LA
Painted and Gilded Canape
Wood
Sold|$8,200
Fin-de-Siecle Carved Gilt Wood Parlor Suite
Located in Dallas, TX
A three pieces Fin-de-Siecle Carved Gilt wood upholstered parlor suite. The chairs measure 37 x 39
Giltwood
Biedermeier Library Table with Ebonized & Gilt Accents, c. 1830
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Austrian Biedermeier Library table in Birch with Ebonized and Gilt accents, the table with 2
Sold|$18,789 / set
Late 19th Century Empire Style Three Gilt Bronze Mounted Salon Suite
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Spectacular late 19th century French Empire style handcrafted three piece gilt bronze salon suite
Bronze
Pair of Italian Painted and Parcel-Gilt 18th Century Benches Roma, 1750
Located in Rome, IT
A fine pair of turquoise painted and parcel-gilt Italian 18th century canapé with scrolled arm
Wood
Vintage Low Table, Gilded with Marble Top, 20th Century, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Vintage low table, ideal for the living room or next to a sofa, antique gilded and sculpted on the
Marble
Late 19th Century Baroque Style Carved and Gilded Wood Padded Sitting Room
Located in Milano, IT
chairs (91 x 65 x 53), corner sofa (100 x 185/232 x 65), three elements sofa with hanging flowerpot (100
Satin, Velvet, Wood
Sold|$3,800
19th C. French Cane Giltwood Settee
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The double caning on this small settee gives a very pretty and light effect. The wood carving is deep and profuse. The piece is supported by four fluted tapering legs. The updated...
Wood, Cane, Muslin
Sold|$5,500
Swedish Empire Giltwood Settee
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
Empire gilt-wood settee or sofa with applied carvings that include acanthus leaves, rosettes, female
Sold|$5,800
19th Century French Gilt Wood Carved Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French carved eight legged sofa with cabriole legs and simple carving throughout. The sofa had
Gold
Sold|$9,500
Stunning Painted & Parcel Gilt Italian Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
With its fluid lines painted and gilded, the frame of this lovely sofa has a wonderful patina
Upholstery
Fine Neoclassical Parcel-Gilt and Ebonized Canapé Settee Sofa, 19th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A most striking and refined canapé 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
English Regency Ebonized and Gilt Star Design Sofa / Settee
Located in Queens, NY
English Regency ebonized and fluted frame 3-seat settee with gilt trim and unfinished upholstered
Fabric, Cotton, Wood, Ebony, Giltwood
Fine French 19th Century Gilt Louis XIV Style Sofa / Canape
Located in Benington, Herts
gadrooned feet. In excellent condition retaining the original gilt work this sofa has been reupholstered
Linen, Giltwood
19th Century French Gilt Five-Piece Salon Suite Sofa Armchairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality five-piece salon suite, circa 1870. Comprising of a sofa, pair of armchairs and a
Giltwood
19th Century Carved Gilt Wood French Salon Suite Sofa Armchairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rare And Stunning Large Suite Comprising Of 1 Sofa, 4 Armchairs And 4 Single Chairs Circa 1870
Stunning 19th Century French Carved Gilt Suite of Sofa, Armchairs, and Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Here we have a stunning gilt suite comprising of a sofa, 2 armchairs, 2 side chairs circa 1880
Rare Biedermeier Gilt Metal Mounted Mahogany French Empire Style Scroll Arm Sofa
By Biedermeier
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this Biedermeier gilt metal mounted scroll arm mahogany framed
Metal
Settee or Sofa - 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Original Paint & Gilt Detail
Located in New Orleans, LA
A settee with understated sophistication and elegance. Gently curved back and arms are painted a soft green with gold gilding and ball finials. The entire piece is newly reupholst...
Linen, Wood, Giltwood
Pair of 19th Century French Console/Sofa Tables Parcel-Gilt & Painted Marble Top
Located in Stamford, CT
painted marble-top console or sofa tables that are simply stunning. The fine pair of carved gilt decorated
Marble
Restored Swedish Biedermeier circa 1850 Eagle Sofa Table Gold Gilt Eagle Federal
By Biedermeier
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
flaps as well. The eagle is hand-carved from a single piece of timber, gold gilt and looking very grand
Mahogany
Sold|$5,800
Carved Giltwood and Caned Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century French carved neoclassical style carved gilt wood and caned sofa. Loose silk seat
Gold
Sold|$4,450
Swedish Empire Painted Sofa, circa 1825
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A handsome Karl Johan Sofa with carved embellishments of acanthus leaves on scrolled arms, and
Upholstery, Wood
French Louis XVI Style Carved Giltwood Antique Canapé Sofa
Located in Shippensburg, PA
handsomely embellished. The sofa retains a later silk upholstery, this mellowed and soft to the eye from
Fabric, Wood
Small Side Table, End of Sofa, Louis XV Style, 19th Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Small side table, end of sofa, Louis XV style, 19th century. Small side table, end of sofa in
Bronze
Dormeuse, chaise longue sofa in gilded wood and velvet, France
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient Dormeuse, relaxing sofa, chaise longue in carved and gilded wood, red velvet fabric, built
Wood
Charming 19th c. Louis XVI style console caned small sofa
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
. Caned . Louis XVI style . Gilded wood . 1870
Cane
Dreamy 19th Century Louis XV Style Carved Gilded French Canape Sofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Romantic carved & gilded wood Louis XV French sofa having lovely shape and new soothing light blue
Wood
French Art Nouveau Carved Giltwood Antique Canapé Sofa, circa 1900
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A perfectly designed and proportioned Art Nouveau canapé executed in beechwood with brilliant gilt
Beech
Late 18th Century Louis XVI Giltwood Sofa from Northern Italy
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-carved in Northern Italy, in the style of Louis XVI, this giltwood sofa most likely dates to
Textile, Cotton, Wood, Giltwood
Sold|$4,528 / set
Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Period Side Tables and Sofa Ends.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Napoleon III period side tables and sofa ends, in gilt bronze, marble top and fine Louis XV style marquetry
Marble, Bronze
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.
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