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Michael Taylor Style Wicker Rattan Sofa and Settee by Wicker Works
By Wicker Works
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous rattan sofa and loveseat settee pair handcrafted in Italy by wicker works. Made in the
Category
20th Century Italian Organic Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Fabric, Wicker, Rattan, Hardwood
Restored Rattan 3-strand 3/4 Pretzel Arm Sofa and Settee Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
sectional settee loveseat with 2 seats and 2 pieces.
1950, United States
Couch: 32" H x 76" W x 38" D
Category
Vintage 1950s Living Room Sets
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Percival Lafer Sofa
By Percival Lafer
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
and straps.
Matching sofa and settee available.
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Niels Bendtsen "Lotus" Chair for Niels Eilersen, Denmark 1974
By Neils Eilersen, Niels Bendtsen
Located in Chicago, IL
condition. Sofa and Settee sold in separate listing.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Unusual American Empire Mahogany Armchair
Located in Hanover, MA
period and style in this size. Sofas and settees were prevalent but I have never seen another example of
Category
Antique 1850s American Empire Revival Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
2 Seat Sofa Settee by Charles and Ray Eames, Teak and Black Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Kansas City, MO
Eames two seat sofa loveseat / love seat for Herman Miller. Early production. Black Leather and
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Ebonised and Upholstered Art Deco Settee or Sofa
Located in Troy, MI
Found in England, this circa 1920s settee or sofa has a newly ebonised frame and is covered in
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Settees
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Egyptian Empire style Settee Sofa
Located in Seattle, WA
Egyptian Empire style small sofa/settee with carved wood winged sphinx armrests upholstered in
Category
Early 20th Century Egyptian Revival Settees
Materials
Velvet
Regency Scroll End Settee/Sofa
Located in Folkestone, GB
A grand Regency scroll-end settee constructed in rosewood with panels of intricately cut ivory
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Settees
Materials
Rosewood
Corner Sofa/Settee, Italy, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
A striking piece and a versatile scale. It has a big look but doesn't have a large footprint.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Velvet
Victorian Settee Couch Walnut Antique, 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Impressive Victorian walnut settee.
Standing upon ring turned and carved legs with original brass
Category
Antique 1860s Victorian Settees
Materials
Walnut
Antique Mid 19th Century Mahogany and Inlay Biedermeier Settee Sofa
Located in Parkesburg, PA
Antique Mahogany and Inlay Biedermeier Settee Sofa 77"W
European Mid 19th Century in Original
Category
Antique 1850s European Biedermeier Settees
Materials
Mahogany
Wicker Works Link Newly Upholstered Sofa Settee
By Wicker Works
Located in Miami, FL
Wicker Works Link newly upholstered sofa settee
Offered for sale is a Wicker Works two-seater sofa
Category
Late 20th Century North American Settees
Materials
Fabric, Wicker
Pair of 1970s Trix & Robert Haussmann for Knoll Black Leather Mirror Sofa Settee
By Robert and Trix Haussmann, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of 1970s Trix & Robert Haussmann for Knoll 2-seat sofa settee. This pair is made in black
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Mirror, Leather
H 31.5 in W 54.73 in D 24.81 in
Alfonso Marina for Ebanista Gondola Sofa Settee
By Alfonso Marina
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Alfonso Marina for Ebanista Gondola Sofa Settee.
Leather Ebanista embroidered logo pillow sold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Settees
Materials
Wood
Italian Re-upholstered Midcentury Settee or Sofa
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Elegant Italian sofa, produced in the 60s with the typical square metal legs.
The sofa has been
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Metal
Swedish Cabinetmaker Settee / Sofa in Pinewood and White Vägen Linen, 1940s
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank, Axel Einar Hjorth, Philip Arctander, Madsen & Schubell
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and stunning Scandinavian Modern sofa settee attributed to Philip Arctander and made in the
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Settees
Materials
Leather, Wool, Pine
H 33.86 in W 48.04 in D 34.65 in
Antique Painted French Régence Style Sofa Or Settee
Located in Free Union, VA
A very finely carved ca. 1890’s Régence style sofa or settee painted cream and freshly upholstered
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Régence Settees
Materials
Hardwood
1970s Ekornes Curved Leather Wood Sofa Settee and Barrel Chair Set
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The extremely rare collection is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality! Just look at the gorgeous design and curves on this beauty! Just stu...
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Leather, Wood
1950s French Style Carved and Painted Settee or Sofa in Blue Linen
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely 1950s French style carved and painted settee or sofa. The scale is wonderful and
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Settees
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Antique French Sofa Couch Settee Mahogany
Located in Potters Bar, GB
French Style Mahogany Sofa.
Raised upon Square Tapered Carved Legs.
Having Shaped and Carved Arm
Category
Vintage 1930s Sofas
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Empire Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Settee / Sofa
Located in Tarry Town, NY
19th century French Empire style handcrafted gilt bronze mahogany framed upholstered settee / sofa
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Settees
Materials
Bronze
Italian Rococo Revival Style Settee or Sofa, Black and Beige Upholstery, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
19th-early 20th century settees / canapes or loveseats in Rococo style having a fine Fabric. This
Category
Early 20th Century European Rococo Settees
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 46 in W 54 in D 34 in
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Chrome Base Settee Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman style mid century chrome base settee sofa
The sofa measures: 60 wide x 34.5 deep x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Chrome
Pair Custom Chesterfield Tufted Loveseats, Settees, Couches, Velour, Georgian
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair custom chesterfield tufted loveseats, settees, couches, velour. A fine custom quality pair of
Category
20th Century American Georgian Settees
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 34 in W 69 in D 41 in
Presidents Stick Reed Rattan "Nantucket" 2-Seat Settee Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Like New custom-made two-seat stick rattan "Nantucket" Sofa featuring wicker wrappings with holders
Category
1990s American Settees
Materials
Rattan
Settee Sofa Couch Knole Velvet Strie Olive 3-seater H44" Adjustable L67-101"
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
century, couch with hinged arm rests, found at Knole Park, Sevenoaks, Kent, the ancestral seat of the
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Baroque Revival Settees
Materials
Velvet
H 44.1 in W 83.08 in D 27.37 in
Italian Designer, Sofa or Settee, Fabric, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A fabric and brass sofa, designed and produced in Italy, 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Brass
1970s Leather and Zebra Hide Scupltural Sofa Settee
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, sofa sette you could hope to find
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Zebra Hide, Wood
Louis XVI Gilt Settee Loveseat Sofa with Fortuny Fabric
By Fortuny
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional gilt settee with Fortuny fabric upholstery. We believe the frame is period Louis XVI
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Materials
Upholstery, Giltwood
Art Deco Style Birch Mohair Sofa Settee After Jules Leleu
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic Art Deco style birch sofa or settee made in the manner and style of Jules Leleu. The sofa
Category
20th Century Art Deco Settees
Materials
Mohair, Birch
Louis XV Mahogany Carved Settee, Canape / Sofa, Floral Silk Upholstery
Located in Stamford, CT
Small Louis XV Mahogany Carved Settee / Sofa, Floral Silk Upholstery
A simply stunning Louis XV
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Settees
Materials
Wood
GUSTAVIAN SETTEE SOFA 19th Century
Located in Barcelona, ES
A particularly deep and generously sized Swedish settee. Wool upholstery and carved, cerused frame.
Category
Antique 19th Century Sofas
Materials
Wool, Upholstery
Paul McCobb Curvaceous Wing Back Settee or Sofa Refinished Reupholstered
By Paul McCobb
Located in Atlanta, GA
Curvaceous Wing back settee or sofa, designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, American, circa 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Restored Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofa Settee by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in North York, ON
Restored vintage Mid-Century Modern sofa settee by Adrian Pearsall. Iconic Mid-Century design, 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Fabric, Wood
19th Century, Set of French Settee Sofa and an Armchair in Louis Philippe Style
Located in Sofia, BG
and see them first!
This is an antique set of French walnut three-seat settee sofa and an armchair in
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Settees
Materials
Walnut
H 34.65 in W 81.89 in D 20.48 in
18th Century French Directoire Settee - Antique Beechwood Two-Seater Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Late 18th Century, an exceptional original Directoire settee from France, in good condition. The
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Settees
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech
Italian 1950's Scalloped Shaped Channeled Velvet Settee or Sofa
Located in New York, NY
A decadently designed Italian 1950's settee with a scalloped or petal shaped form and luxuriously
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Brass
Restored Vintage Paul Laszlo Rattan Three Strand Sectional Settee Sofa
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored original 1948 Paul Laszlo three-strand sectional settee featuring three-strand staple
Category
Vintage 1950s American Settees
Materials
Rattan
Resored 1930s Stick Reed Rattan "Presidents" 2-Seat Settee Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A 1930s Art Deco "Nantucket" settee sofa, expertly fashioned from stick rattan, radiates
Category
Vintage 1930s Settees
Materials
Rattan
Streamline Art Deco Club Settee Sofa
By Paul Frankl
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Outstanding 1940s Art Deco settee sofa.
Original red knit upholstery in excellent condition without
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Early 18th Century Two Seat Sofa Treasure Chest Upholstered Settee
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous transformation of a 18th century treasure chest remnant into an amazing love seat / lounge chair. Probably outfitted in the fifties with mohair upholstery and large button t...
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Beaux Arts Settees
Materials
Mohair, Oak
Cuban Empire Carved Mahogany Hand Caned Sofa / Settee, Early 19th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
Notable Cuban Empire Mahogany caned sofa, circa 1820, featuring Flame Mahogany veneers and opposing
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Cuban Regency Settees
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Late 19thC French Giltwood Settee Sofa
Located in Altrincham, GB
Late 19thC French Giltwood Settee Sofa the rectangular upholstered back, arms and serpentine feet
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Sofas
Materials
Giltwood
19th c. Swedish Rococo Settee or Sofa Bench in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
A richly carved, 19th century Swedish sofa bench in the Rococo style. A rare piece found in
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Settees
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Paint
Mid Century Modern Parsons Settee, Sofa or Bench, circa 1970s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A classic and transitional Parsons bench circa 1960s. It retains the original upholstery and needs to be redone.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Fabric
Italian Mid-Century Settee - Sofà Carlo Mollino Style in Teal Green
Located in Houston, TX
Explore the elegance of this Italian mid-century style settee. Upholstered in a Teal/Green/Blue
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Settees
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century Danish Canapé Sofa Settee Loveseat in Walnut with Upholstery
Located in Miami, FL
A small and comfortable canapé or settee in figured walnut with ebonized inlaid banding. Legs are
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Late Victorian Settees
Materials
Upholstery, Beech, Walnut
H 38.5 in W 50.5 in D 29 in
Fine Quality Victorian Sofa, Walnut Settee
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn3818 Fine quality, substantial Victorian sofa in walnut, having elegant shaped back with
Category
Antique 1870s English Victorian Sofas
Materials
Walnut
Italian Mohair Settee Sofa, Brown, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful mohair upholstered curved sofa with wooden legs. Perfect shape and size.
In excellent
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Italian Settee Sofa with Gilt Finish
Located in Dallas, TX
Italian settee, circa 1810. Cabriole legs and back detailed with hand carved acanthus leaves
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Sofas
Materials
Wood
Andrea Brustolon Carved Venetian Baroque Walnut Settee Sofa Bench Brown Leather
By Valentino Besarel, Andrea Brustolon
Located in GB
walnut throne settee or bench, attributed to Valentino Panciera Besarel (Venice, 1829-1902) in the manner
Category
Antique 1850s Italian Baroque Settees
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 41.93 in W 56.3 in D 32.68 in
McGuire Late 20th Modern Rattan Woven Rawhide Green Chenille Cushion Sofa Settee
By McGuire
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage modern rattan & woven rawhide sofa or settee with loose green chenille cushions
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Modern Settees
Materials
Leather, Chenille, Rattan
H 28 in W 74 in D 32 in
Settee Sofa/ Loveseat in Cuban Mahogany with Satinwood Inlays, Denmark, c. 1900
Located in Miami, FL
A fine canapé or settee sofa with clean lines in French-polished Cuban mahogany with banding and
Category
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Neoclassical Revival Settees
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
H 40.5 in W 56 in D 31 in
Late 20th Century Modern Circular Banquet Sofa Settee Custom Made Brown Leather
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage Modern round or circular banquet sofa or settee custom made with brown smooth
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Settees
Materials
Leather
18th Century Swedish Rococo Period Settee or Sofa Bench in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
A richly carved, 18th century Swedish sofa bench from the Rococo period, newly upholstered linen
Category
Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Settees
Materials
Wood, Paint
Vintage French Louis XV Victorian Style Small Cane Cream Settee Loveseat Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Louis XV Victorian Style Small Cane Cream Settee Loveseat Sofa. Item features a cane
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Settees
Materials
Cane, Wood
H 32 in W 48 in D 25 in
Vintage French Louis XVI Style Gold Leaf 6-Leg Settee Loveseat Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Louis XVI style gold leaf 6 leg settee loveseat sofa. Item features distressed gold
Category
Late 20th Century Louis XVI Settees
Materials
Fabric, Wood
20th Century American Two Seater Sofa - Walnut Settee by Jens Risom Design
By Jens Risom
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A small, vintage Mid-Century Modern American two seater sofa or settee with four pillows, designed
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut
No Reserve
H 33 in W 53 in D 31 in
Mid-Century Modern Style Jack Cartwright Kelly Settee Lounge, Two Seats Sofa
By Jack Cartwright
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Elegant and High-end quality Kelly Settee lounge by Jack Cartwright. very comfortable and well
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
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Couches And Settees For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of couches and settees available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and animal skin, all couches and settees available were constructed with great care. Find 341 antique and vintage couches and settees at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 13 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of couches and settees available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Victorian couches and settees are consistently popular styles. Many couches and settees are appealing in their simplicity, but DOOQ, Knoll and Cassina produced popular couches and settees that are worth a look.
How Much are Couches And Settees?
Couches and settees can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $5,225, while the lowest priced sells for $675 and the highest can go for as much as $95,000.
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.
Questions About Couches And Settees
- What is a settee used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A settee is a padded seat with a back and armrests (which are often cushioned) that may accommodate two or more people sitting or reclining. Settees aren’t as wide as couches or sofas. A settee is more intimate and offers more sitting room than an armchair. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage settees.
- What is a borne settee?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A borne settee is a circular, upholstered Victorian ottoman-style sofa with three or four seat divisions. It provides a backrest in its central cone element and has also been referred to as a “conversation seat.” Borne settees are frequently situated in hotel lobbies and galleries. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage settees.
- Who named the settee?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The first person who called a settee a settee is unknown. Historians have traced the name back to the Middle Ages when the furniture first came into production. Settee comes from the Old English word “setl,” which described a long wooden bench. On 1st 1stDibs, find a selection of antique settees.
- What is a modular couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A modular couch differs from traditional couches in that they comprise a series of various moveable sections called modules. They generally include a wide range of options such as moveable arm pieces or chaises longues. These couches offer great flexibility as you can set each module according to your needs. Find a collection of antique and vintage modular couches on 1stDibs today.
- What is a cloud couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021The terms “cloud couch” or “cloud sofa” may refer to two specific designs — Restoration Hardware‘s Cloud Sofa is a plush white sofa with no hard edges and an oversized seat upholstered with goose-down stuffing. The other design known by this name is Adrian Pearsall’s low-profile Cloud sofa, one of the contributions to mid-century modern furniture design for which Pearsall is recognized today and among the initial concepts for Craft Associates, the now-legendary furniture company he founded. On 1stDibs, you will find a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary sofas from some of the world’s top dealers.
- What is a chaise on a couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A chaise is different from a couch or sofa. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. The chaise longue is based on a modern French design and is also known as a chaise lounge. This low reclining seat, known in English as a "long chair," has an elongated design with a low back that reaches about half the length of the furniture, allowing a sitter to put their feet up and relax. Shop a range of antique and modern chaise longues and sofas from top sellers and makers around the world.
- What is a couch table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A couch table is a long, narrow table with storage space below that is placed behind a sofa and stands no higher than its back.
- What is a sectional couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A sectional couch is comprised of individual pieces that can be arranged in different positions.
- What is a camelback couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A camelback couch is a sofa that features a curvy back with an arch in the middle that resembles the back of a camel. Depending on the design, the hump can be very prominent or very subtle. You'll find a range of camelback couches on 1stDibs.
- What is an infinity couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023An infinity couch is a sofa that consists of separate pieces that you can arrange in different ways. A modular sofa is another name for this type of seating solution. On 1stDibs, shop a range of modular sofas.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are many kinds of comfortable couches-- it's really a matter of preference. on 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Modern, Art Deco, Victorian, Regency, among many other styles of couches.
- What is a vinyl couch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A vinyl couch is a couch made from a chemical called polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which gives it a matte finish. Vinyl couches are smooth to the touch and tend to resemble leather but have less luster than a leather sofa. These couches are quite durable, lasting for many years without cracking like leather. Shop vinyl couches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The difference between a sofa and a settee is largely a matter of personal opinion. Technically, the two words refer to the same thing. However, settee is no longer a commonly used term. As a result, some people call antique couches “settees,” and newer examples of the furniture “sofas.” On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique and vintage sofas and settees.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024There is no single longest-lasting couch. Many makers produce couches capable of standing the test of time when cared for properly. Generally, some signs of a durable couch include quality full-grain or top-grain leather upholstery, sturdy frame construction and high-quality fill such as spring systems or high-density premium foams. Explore a diverse assortment of couches on 1stDibs.
- What is a Moroccan couch called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Moroccan style furniture is sometimes called souk style furniture. Souk-style furniture is known for being low to the ground with colorful, overstuffed upholstered pieces, such as ottomans and poufs. Browse a wide selection of souk-style furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is a single couch called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A single couch may also be called a settee. It is a long seat made for more than one person. Settees are typically small seats that can fit two or more people, but they aren’t as wide as couches or sofas. A settee is more intimate and offers more sitting room than an armchair. Settees often have a backrest for optimal support and are frequently upholstered. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage sofas and settees today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022When pillows are attached to a couch, the couch is termed a tight back design. The decorative pillows that are not attached to a sofa, and may not even come with them, are referred to as throw pillows. Shop a collection of vintage and new throw pillows from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What are half couches called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A chaise longue may be referred to as a half couch. It’s an upholstered chair that has a long enough seat to support the legs if the sitter wishes to turn sideways. Another couch that might be referred to as a half couch is a settee, which is shorter than a traditional couch and some people refer to as a loveseat. Find an assortment of chaise lounges, couches, settees and loveseats from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a half couch called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A half couch is also called a chaise lounge. It is an upholstered sofa in the shape of a chair that is long enough to support the legs. They are more compact and work beautifully when styled with a footstool or accent armchair in a larger space, but look equally stylish standing on their own. 1stDibs sells different types of half couches ranging from antique and vintage to new and contemporary.
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The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
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Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Riotous Shapes and Colors Have Made Uchronia’s Designs the Toast of Paris
Julien Sebban’s energetic design collective is radically reshaping the look of 21st-century European furniture and interiors.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
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North American Aluminum Loveseats
Phillip Arctander
Baldwin Sofa
Axel Madsen
American Aluminum Loveseats
Blue Banquette
Lc3 2 Seat
Bespoke Linen Sofa
Axel Bender
Empire Flame Mahogany Sofa
Lc3 Two Seat
Mission Oak Bench
Regency Mahogany Scroll End Sofa
Antique Tan Leather Sofa
Large Vintage Treasure Chest
Model Lc2 Club Chairs
Axel Larsen
Sitting Ducks