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Early American Sofa

Early 19th Century American Sheraton Federal Sofa
Early 19th Century American Sheraton Federal Sofa

Early 19th Century American Sheraton Federal Sofa

Located in Essex, MA

American Federal Sofa in the Sheraton Style. Early 19th Century with Scroll arms and turned legs

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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

American Mahogany Classical Swan Sofa, Philadelphia, Circa 1815
American Mahogany Classical Swan Sofa, Philadelphia, Circa 1815

American Mahogany Classical Swan Sofa, Philadelphia, Circa 1815

Located in Charleston, SC

American mahogany classical upholstered sofa with swans head arm rest, carved corner cornucopia

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American American Classical Sofas

Antique American Empire Flame Mahogany Sofa Table, Carved Acanthus & Paws, C1840
Antique American Empire Flame Mahogany Sofa Table, Carved Acanthus & Paws, C1840

Antique American Empire Flame Mahogany Sofa Table, Carved Acanthus & Paws, C1840

Located in Big Flats, NY

American Empire sofa table offers flame mahogany construction with rectangular top having deep skirt and

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Antique Early 19th Century North American American Empire Sofa Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Fine 19th Century American Federal Period Mahogany Sofa
Fine 19th Century American Federal Period Mahogany Sofa

Fine 19th Century American Federal Period Mahogany Sofa

Located in Richmond, VA

Fine 19th century American federal period mahogany sofa on 6 turned and carved legs. Beautifully

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Mahogany Sofa Reupholstered in White Silk
Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Mahogany Sofa Reupholstered in White Silk

Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Mahogany Sofa Reupholstered in White Silk

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Finely Carved Mahogany Parlor Sofa Reupholstered in Elegant White

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Sofas

Materials

Silk, Upholstery, Mahogany

1990s Beige American Leather Curved Vladimir Kagan Sectional
1990s Beige American Leather Curved Vladimir Kagan Sectional

1990s Beige American Leather Curved Vladimir Kagan Sectional

$8,700Sale Price / set|40% Off

H 30 in W 159 in D 35 in

1990s Beige American Leather Curved Vladimir Kagan Sectional

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Leather. Kagan's updated design for American Leather Studios recollects one of his earlier 1960's sofa

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1990s American Post-Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

1 Steelcase Modular Seating Group Lounge
1 Steelcase Modular Seating Group Lounge

1 Steelcase Modular Seating Group Lounge

$720Sale Price|20% Off

H 32 in W 28.5 in D 30 in

1 Steelcase Modular Seating Group Lounge

By Steelcase

Located in Pasadena, TX

Turnstone for Steelcase Jenny Collection Designed with posture and a better sitting experience in mind, Jenny Modular seating provides ultimate comfort. Interchangeable modular loung...

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Early 20th Century North American Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Wood

Early American Style Oak Single Drawer Sofa Table, Circa 1920s
Early American Style Oak Single Drawer Sofa Table, Circa 1920s

Early American Style Oak Single Drawer Sofa Table, Circa 1920s

Located in Germantown, MD

An Early American Style Oak Single Drawer Sofa Table or child desk. Knee clearance is 22". Measures

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Early 20th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

Antique American Victorian White Wicker Sunroom Chaise Lounge Arm Chair Sofa
Antique American Victorian White Wicker Sunroom Chaise Lounge Arm Chair Sofa

Antique American Victorian White Wicker Sunroom Chaise Lounge Arm Chair Sofa

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Antique American Victorian White Wicker Sunroom Chaise Lounge Arm Chair Sofa. Item features a wicker

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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Restored "1949er" Rattan Sofa & Lounge Set by Heywood Wakefield
Restored "1949er" Rattan Sofa & Lounge Set by Heywood Wakefield

Restored "1949er" Rattan Sofa & Lounge Set by Heywood Wakefield

Located in Van Nuys, CA

American rattan furniture. Sofa: 33" tall x 64" wide x 32" deep Chair: 33" tall x 24" wide x 32" deep We

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Rattan

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Early 19th Century Parcel Gilt Classical New York Sofa, circa 1820
Early 19th Century Parcel Gilt Classical New York Sofa, circa 1820

Early 19th Century Parcel Gilt Classical New York Sofa, circa 1820

By Deming & Bulkley

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A spectacular American Empire sofa with exquisite detailing and design. One of the masterpieces of

Category

Antique 1820s American American Classical Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Oak Sofa Table
Oak Sofa Table

Oak Sofa Table

Unavailable

H 28 in W 60 in D 15.5 in

Oak Sofa Table

Located in Woodstock, NY

A refurbished rough hewn sofa table with tapering oak legs and slate grey top and skirt.

Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Sofa Tables

Classical Sofa, circa 1815
Classical Sofa, circa 1815

Classical Sofa, circa 1815

Unavailable

H 32 in W 80 in D 22 in

Classical Sofa, circa 1815

Located in Alexandria, VA

This Empire sofa was probably made either in New England or New York. The frame is mahogany with a

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Sofas

Stick Wicker/Rattan Sofa
Stick Wicker/Rattan Sofa

Stick Wicker/Rattan Sofa

Unavailable

H 32.5 in W 71 in D 35 in

Stick Wicker/Rattan Sofa

Located in Sheffield, MA

Stick wicker sofa in natural stained finish with cinnamon and black painted trim. Rounded back form

Category

Early 20th Century North American Sofas

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Bar Harbor Wicker Sofa
Bar Harbor Wicker Sofa

Bar Harbor Wicker Sofa

Unavailable

H 36 in W 88 in D 38 in

Bar Harbor Wicker Sofa

Located in Sheffield, MA

Deep seated Bar Harbor wicker sofa in white painted finish. Level back having flat collar, also

Category

Early 20th Century North American Sofas

Materials

Willow, Wood

Walnut Sofa/Entry Table
Walnut Sofa/Entry Table

Walnut Sofa/Entry Table

Unavailable

H 28 in W 61.75 in D 21.88 in

Walnut Sofa/Entry Table

Located in Cookeville, TN

A walnut entry table featuring a rectangular surface, straight aprons with curved quarter panels and rests on four turned and fluted legs with peg feet.

Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Sofa Tables

Materials

Walnut

Classical Sofa, Mid-Atlantic, circa 1810
Classical Sofa, Mid-Atlantic, circa 1810

Classical Sofa, Mid-Atlantic, circa 1810

Unavailable

H 34.5 in W 79 in D 23 in

Classical Sofa, Mid-Atlantic, circa 1810

Located in Alexandria, VA

This "Grecian Couch" was originally the property of Israel Carle of Carleton, New Jersey 1757-1822

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Empire Sofas

Carved Mahogany Classical Sofa, Salem circa 1815-1825 Attributed Samuel McIntire
Carved Mahogany Classical Sofa, Salem circa 1815-1825 Attributed Samuel McIntire

Carved Mahogany Classical Sofa, Salem circa 1815-1825 Attributed Samuel McIntire

By Samuel Field McIntire

Located in Providence, RI

This sofa form occurs at the end of the Classical period, the work of Samuel Field McIntire, the

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Three seater Wicker Settee
Three seater Wicker Settee

Three seater Wicker Settee

Unavailable

H 36 in W 73.5 in D 29.75 in

Three seater Wicker Settee

Located in Culver City, CA

A larger American wicker settee, from the first half of the last century, having newly upholstered

Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Seated Nude on a Sofa
Seated Nude on a Sofa

Seated Nude on a Sofa

By Bernard Karfiol

Located in Graton, CA

Painter Bernard Karfiol grew up in Brooklyn and Long Island, New York, an American who was born in

Category

Early 20th Century American Impressionist Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil

Early 19th c. Rare American Sofa Table
Early 19th c. Rare American Sofa Table

Early 19th c. Rare American Sofa Table

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H 28 in W 34 in D 25.88 in

Early 19th c. Rare American Sofa Table

Located in Milford, NH

Rare American sofa table circa 1800. Mahogany with banding. Table measures 54" wide with drop

Category

Antique 19th Century American Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

EARLY 19THC  AMERICAN SOFA IN 19THC HOMESPUN LINEN
EARLY 19THC  AMERICAN SOFA IN 19THC HOMESPUN LINEN

EARLY 19THC AMERICAN SOFA IN 19THC HOMESPUN LINEN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

GREAT EARLY SOFA WITH CARVED PENCIL POST LEGS THIS SOFA WE UPHOLSTERED IN 19THC HOMESPUN LINEN WITH

Category

Antique 19th Century American Sofas

Materials

Wood

American Federal Mahogany Sofa
American Federal Mahogany Sofa

American Federal Mahogany Sofa

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H 36 in W 76 in D 30 in

American Federal Mahogany Sofa

Located in Dallas, TX

An American Federal carved seven legged mahogany sofa. Three panels of crest rail carvings: A

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Antique Sofa in American Antelope Hide
Antique Sofa in American Antelope Hide

Antique Sofa in American Antelope Hide

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H 44 in W 104 in D 40 in

Antique Sofa in American Antelope Hide

Located in New York, NY

Antique sofa fully restored and recovered in American antelope. USA, 1909. Sofa was

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Early 20th Century American Sofas

Antique American Empire Cornucopia Carved Flame Mahogany Upholstered Sofa C1840
Antique American Empire Cornucopia Carved Flame Mahogany Upholstered Sofa C1840

Antique American Empire Cornucopia Carved Flame Mahogany Upholstered Sofa C1840

Located in Big Flats, NY

American Empire Cornucopia Carved Flame Mahogany Upholstered Sofa with Scroll Form Arms and Paw Feet, C1840

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Empire Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

C. 1840's Antique American Classical Mahogany, Tapestry Style Upholstery, Sofa!!
C. 1840's Antique American Classical Mahogany, Tapestry Style Upholstery, Sofa!!

C. 1840's Antique American Classical Mahogany, Tapestry Style Upholstery, Sofa!!

Located in Austin, TX

Handsome Antique Sofa, American Classical Mahogany, Tapestry Style Upholstery, Circa 1840's, 19th

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

18TH CENTURY AMERICAN SOFA IN 19TH CENTURY HOMESPUN LINEN
18TH CENTURY AMERICAN SOFA IN 19TH CENTURY HOMESPUN LINEN

18TH CENTURY AMERICAN SOFA IN 19TH CENTURY HOMESPUN LINEN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

18TH CENTURY AMERICAN SOFA UPHOLSTERED IN 19TH CENTURY HOMESPUN LINEN

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Sofas

American Federal Birch-Inlaid Mahogany Settee Sofa, Massachusetts
American Federal Birch-Inlaid Mahogany Settee Sofa, Massachusetts

American Federal Birch-Inlaid Mahogany Settee Sofa, Massachusetts

Located in Shippensburg, PA

sofa, resulting in a strength of joinery that remains as firm and stable as the day it was made. The

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofas

Materials

Brass

Antique American Empire Neoclassical Greco Flame Mahogany Sofa c1840
Antique American Empire Neoclassical Greco Flame Mahogany Sofa c1840

Antique American Empire Neoclassical Greco Flame Mahogany Sofa c1840

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique American Empire Classical Greco sofa offers upholstered mahogany construction with

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Early Milo Baughman Tuxedo Sofa, Thayer Coggin in Buttercream Mohair
Early Milo Baughman Tuxedo Sofa, Thayer Coggin in Buttercream Mohair

Early Milo Baughman Tuxedo Sofa, Thayer Coggin in Buttercream Mohair

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Culver City, CA

This sofa is absolutely stunning. Designed in the late 1950's by Milo Baughman, this sofa

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Rare Early 'Key' Model 7162 Floating Sofa by Vladimir Kagan, 1971
Rare Early 'Key' Model 7162 Floating Sofa by Vladimir Kagan, 1971

Rare Early 'Key' Model 7162 Floating Sofa by Vladimir Kagan, 1971

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Rare and early one-piece, armed 'Key' Model 7162 floating sofa by Vladimir Kagan 1971

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Sofas

Early Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Large Sofa on Walnut Legs
Early Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Large Sofa on Walnut Legs

Early Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Large Sofa on Walnut Legs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Expertly crafted in the style of renowned designer Milo Baughman, this mid-century sofa is a

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Coastal Celerie Kemble Custom Highland House Sofa
Coastal Celerie Kemble Custom Highland House Sofa

Coastal Celerie Kemble Custom Highland House Sofa

By Celerie Kemble

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Incredible custom Highland House sofa. Designed by Celerie Kemble in a pale flax color with pale

Category

Early 20th Century North American Sofas

Materials

Fabric

19th Century Carved Sofa or Settee
19th Century Carved Sofa or Settee

19th Century Carved Sofa or Settee

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H 33 in W 58 in D 30 in

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

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

New York Federal Sofa
New York Federal Sofa

New York Federal Sofa

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H 37.5 in W 78 in D 28 in

New York Federal Sofa

Located in Westwood, NJ

An America, New York, Federal sofa with bowknot and drapery carving, reeded legs with casters

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofas

Rare Restored "1949er" Rattan Sofa Set w/ 2 Lounge Chairs by Heywood
Rare Restored "1949er" Rattan Sofa Set w/ 2 Lounge Chairs by Heywood

Rare Restored "1949er" Rattan Sofa Set w/ 2 Lounge Chairs by Heywood

Located in Van Nuys, CA

chair sofa features decorative arched u arms and arched base. Great example of early post-war American

Category

Vintage 1940s Sofas

Materials

Rattan

American Federal Carved Mahogany Sofa
American Federal Carved Mahogany Sofa

American Federal Carved Mahogany Sofa

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H 33.25 in W 96 in D 26 in

American Federal Carved Mahogany Sofa

Located in Bridgeport, CT

American Federal carved mahogany sofa, early 19th century. Flame mahogany crest rail and front

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Settees

Materials

Mahogany

Antique American Empire Carved Mahogany Upholstered Sofa with Figural Eagle
Antique American Empire Carved Mahogany Upholstered Sofa with Figural Eagle

Antique American Empire Carved Mahogany Upholstered Sofa with Figural Eagle

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique American Empire sofa or settee features mahogany construction with highly detailed carved

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Empire Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Antique American Server Sideboard Console Sofa Table Quartersawn Oak RJ Horner
Antique American Server Sideboard Console Sofa Table Quartersawn Oak RJ Horner

Antique American Server Sideboard Console Sofa Table Quartersawn Oak RJ Horner

Located in Tyler, TX

EXQUISITE Antique American Highly Carved Quartersawn Oak 3-Tier Console, Sofa Table or Sideboard

Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Antique West Indies Carved and Caned Settee or Sofa
Antique West Indies Carved and Caned Settee or Sofa

Antique West Indies Carved and Caned Settee or Sofa

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Handsome 19th Century West Indies settee handcrafted with mahogany in elegant form with caned back sides and seat featuring pegged construction, scrolled arms carved medallions and f...

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Antique Early 19th Century South American William IV Settees

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Entryway Sofa Console Table with Solid Wood Top
Antique Entryway Sofa Console Table with Solid Wood Top

Antique Entryway Sofa Console Table with Solid Wood Top

Located in Freehold, NJ

This antique console table features hardwood construction, original dark stained finish, unique turned wood legs with antique wheels, and a hard wood top. Dimensions: 42.25w 16d 29h...

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Early 20th Century American American Classical Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Rare "1949er" Rattan Sofa Living Room Set w/ 3 Lounge Chairs Heywood Wakefield
Rare "1949er" Rattan Sofa Living Room Set w/ 3 Lounge Chairs Heywood Wakefield

Rare "1949er" Rattan Sofa Living Room Set w/ 3 Lounge Chairs Heywood Wakefield

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Van Nuys, CA

chair sofa features decorative arched u arms and arched base. Great example of early post-war American

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Rattan

Antique American Federal Sofa
Antique American Federal Sofa

Antique American Federal Sofa

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H 38 in W 86 in D 24 in

Antique American Federal Sofa

Located in Bridgeport, CT

. Condition: Bottom of the sofa will have to be re-sprung.

Category

Early 20th Century American Federal Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Early Edward Wormley Oasis Sofa, Dunbar
Early Edward Wormley Oasis Sofa, Dunbar

Early Edward Wormley Oasis Sofa, Dunbar

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H 30 in W 104 in D 52 in

Early Edward Wormley Oasis Sofa, Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Raleigh, NC

This sofa is an excellent example of modern elegance. An extraordinary substantial piece fully

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Antique Neoclassical American Empire Carved Walnut And Burl Sofa C1840
Antique Neoclassical American Empire Carved Walnut And Burl Sofa C1840

Antique Neoclassical American Empire Carved Walnut And Burl Sofa C1840

Located in Big Flats, NY

American Empire Greco upholstered sofa offers walnut and burl construction having floral carved crest

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Empire Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut, Burl

19th Century American Federal Crotch Mahogany Scrolling Arm Sofa
19th Century American Federal Crotch Mahogany Scrolling Arm Sofa

19th Century American Federal Crotch Mahogany Scrolling Arm Sofa

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Remarkable 19th Century Federal / Regency Mahogany Sofa. Item features dramatically scrolled arms

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

Stunning Gianni Versace Fabric Covered American First Period Empire Carved Sofa
Stunning Gianni Versace Fabric Covered American First Period Empire Carved Sofa

Stunning Gianni Versace Fabric Covered American First Period Empire Carved Sofa

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

A stunning sight. The first period American classically fashioned Empire sofa (Like New York) with

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Empire Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Giltwood

American Stick Wicker Set - Sofa and Matching Lounge Chair, Circa 1930
American Stick Wicker Set - Sofa and Matching Lounge Chair, Circa 1930

American Stick Wicker Set - Sofa and Matching Lounge Chair, Circa 1930

By Ficks Reed

Located in Rochester, NY

American two piece stick wicker set - sofa and matching lounge armchair in nicely aged old natural

Category

Early 20th Century American Sofas

Materials

Metal

Early 19th Century American Empire High-Arm Sofa, circa 1815
Early 19th Century American Empire High-Arm Sofa, circa 1815

Early 19th Century American Empire High-Arm Sofa, circa 1815

Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire

the first quarter of nineteenth century America. The sofa is in sturdy condition with no losses to

Category

Antique 1810s American American Empire Sofas

Materials

Walnut

American Edwardian Period Sofa.
American Edwardian Period Sofa.

American Edwardian Period Sofa.

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H 36 in W 96 in D 30 in

American Edwardian Period Sofa.

Located in Hudson, NY

Long, high backed sofa with exposed mahogany arms and railing, with raised, ebonized center crest

Category

Early 20th Century American Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

19th Century American Country Sofa
19th Century American Country Sofa

19th Century American Country Sofa

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H 25.75 in W 87 in D 27.25 in

19th Century American Country Sofa

Located in Essex, MA

A 19th century American country sofa, well proportioned and comfortable, with scrolled arms and a

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Country Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

American Wicker Sofa Table c1920s
American Wicker Sofa Table c1920s

American Wicker Sofa Table c1920s

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H 30 in W 63 in D 22 in

American Wicker Sofa Table c1920s

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a beautiful piece of Americana. This wicker table has a rolled apron, and the tighter weave is continued on the leg brackets.

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Early 20th Century American Sofa Tables

Materials

Reed, Wood

20th Century American Bar Harbor Sofa
20th Century American Bar Harbor Sofa

20th Century American Bar Harbor Sofa

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H 31 in W 72.5 in D 29.5 in

20th Century American Bar Harbor Sofa

Located in Atlanta, GA

This a beautiful American sofa, c1915-1920. It is in excellent condition and is one of the most

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Sofas

Materials

Wicker, Reed

American Antique Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Sofa
American Antique Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Sofa

American Antique Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Sofa

Located in Coral Gables, FL

American Antique Chippendale Style Mahogany Sofa, beautifully carved ball and claw feet and eagles

Category

Early 20th Century American Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

American Wicker Bar Harbor Sofa c.1920s
American Wicker Bar Harbor Sofa c.1920s

American Wicker Bar Harbor Sofa c.1920s

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H 36 in W 72 in D 26 in

American Wicker Bar Harbor Sofa c.1920s

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a beautiful Bar Harbor Sofa. A beautiful braid leads up the leg around the back and down

Category

Early 20th Century American Sofas

Materials

Reed, Paint, Wood

American Vintage Bar Harbor Wicker Sofa / Settee
American Vintage Bar Harbor Wicker Sofa / Settee

American Vintage Bar Harbor Wicker Sofa / Settee

Located in Atlanta, GA

foot across the arm and down the back of the sofa to the other arm. The paint is a soft brown and is

Category

Early 20th Century American Sofas

Materials

Reed, Paint, Wood

1920s American Art Deco Wicker Sofa Table
1920s American Art Deco Wicker Sofa Table

1920s American Art Deco Wicker Sofa Table

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H 31 in W 54.75 in D 22.75 in

1920s American Art Deco Wicker Sofa Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a wonderful example of Americana. The American wicker table was considered a library table

Category

Early 20th Century American Sofa Tables

Materials

Reed, Paint, Glass, Wood

American 18th Century Camel-Back Chippendale Style Sofa
American 18th Century Camel-Back Chippendale Style Sofa

American 18th Century Camel-Back Chippendale Style Sofa

Located in Long Island City, NY

The camel-back sofa with scrolled arms upholstered in close-nailed linen and on a mahogany frame

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Sofas

Early 1970s Tubular Chrome Wool Platform Tuxedo Midcentury Sofa
Early 1970s Tubular Chrome Wool Platform Tuxedo Midcentury Sofa

Early 1970s Tubular Chrome Wool Platform Tuxedo Midcentury Sofa

Located in Chicago, IL

Elegantly tailored tuxedo-style midcentury sofa. Freshly reupholstered in a cream colored wool

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

American Federal Period Rosewood Sofa Table with Acanthus Leaf Carving
American Federal Period Rosewood Sofa Table with Acanthus Leaf Carving

American Federal Period Rosewood Sofa Table with Acanthus Leaf Carving

Located in Wells, ME

American early 19th century federal period rosewood sofa table with dropleaves, two drawers and

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofa Tables

Materials

Rosewood

American Art Deco Wicker Server Sofa Table c.1915-20
American Art Deco Wicker Server Sofa Table c.1915-20

American Art Deco Wicker Server Sofa Table c.1915-20

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a fabulous Art Deco wicker table. There is a wonderful design that continues down the legs. A braid wraps around the table top and there is a shelf on the bottom stretcher....

Category

Early 20th Century American Sofa Tables

Materials

Reed, Wood, Paint

Signed Heywood Wakefield Wicker Sofa, circa 1910
Signed Heywood Wakefield Wicker Sofa, circa 1910

Signed Heywood Wakefield Wicker Sofa, circa 1910

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a lovely example of bar harbor combined with "Criss-Cross pattern. It is natural.

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Sofas

Materials

Wicker

1920s Authentic Vintage Solid Oak Wood Frame 3 Seater Sofa
1920s Authentic Vintage Solid Oak Wood Frame 3 Seater Sofa

1920s Authentic Vintage Solid Oak Wood Frame 3 Seater Sofa

By Drexel

Located in Armonk, NY

1920s authentic vintage solid oak wood frame 3 seater sofa in cotton corduroy cushions by Drexel

Category

Early 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Oak

American Antique Settee
American Antique Settee

American Antique Settee

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H 39 in W 70 in D 31 in

American Antique Settee

Located in Chamblee, GA

Beautiful American Settee Newport Rhode Island estate and was in the same family until recently

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Sofas

3-PIECE AMERICAN WICKER SET
3-PIECE AMERICAN WICKER SET

3-PIECE AMERICAN WICKER SET

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H 34 in W 72 in D 28 in

3-PIECE AMERICAN WICKER SET

Located in Sheffield, MA

Wicker sofa, offered as part of a 3-piece matching American antique wicker set including an

Category

Early 20th Century American Sofas

Settle American Arts and Crafts New Leather Upholstery
Settle American Arts and Crafts New Leather Upholstery

Settle American Arts and Crafts New Leather Upholstery

Located in Stamford, CT

Offered here is a solid and comfortable American Arts and Crafts period settle with new leather

Category

Early 20th Century American Sofas

Materials

Oak

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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...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas

Materials

Linen, Velvet

Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables

Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables

$4,554 / set

H 28.5 in W 26 in D 26 in

Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables

By Theodore Alexander

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.  

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Seating Set of Baroque Sofa and Two Armchairs, Budapest, 1870s
Seating Set of Baroque Sofa and Two Armchairs, Budapest, 1870s

Seating Set of Baroque Sofa and Two Armchairs, Budapest, 1870s

$8,277 / set

H 43.31 in W 71.66 in D 29.53 in

Seating Set of Baroque Sofa and Two Armchairs, Budapest, 1870s

Located in Budapest, HU

Beautiful baroque seating set consisting of a sofa and two armchairs. Extraordinary workmanship of the woods made according to the canons of the time.  Measures sofa: Depth 75 cm,...

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Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Baroque Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon

Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon

By Lemon

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...

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2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals

Materials

Hardwood

Circa 1880 Italian Large Gilt wood LXV Style Confidente Sofa
Circa 1880 Italian Large Gilt wood LXV Style Confidente Sofa

Circa 1880 Italian Large Gilt wood LXV Style Confidente Sofa

Located in London, Park Royal

A rare antique find from Tuscany Italy. This 'Confidante' sofa, circa 1880, is in beautiful condition. The large frame is finely carved in the LXV style, with its original water gild...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Louis XV Sofas

Materials

Gold, Gold Leaf

Austro-German 19th Century Biedermeier Sofa
Austro-German 19th Century Biedermeier Sofa

Austro-German 19th Century Biedermeier Sofa

$5,600

H 41.5 in W 76.5 in D 24 in

Austro-German 19th Century Biedermeier Sofa

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A fabulous Biedermeier style settee from 19th century Bavaria made from exceptionally beautiful, solid maple in a sheltering design like a banquette to enclose the upholstery. Some a...

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Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Maple

'Daffodil' Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios
'Daffodil' Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios

'Daffodil' Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios

$128,999

H 22.05 in Dm 15.75 in

'Daffodil' Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios

By Tiffany Studios

Located in London, GB

‘Daffodil’ table lamp by Tiffany Studios American, c. 1910 Height 56cm, diameter 40cm Designed and hand-made by the artisans from the renowned Tiffany Studios (1902-1932), this ‘Daf...

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Lead

Decorative and Architectural Biedermeier Sofa in Birch
Decorative and Architectural Biedermeier Sofa in Birch

Decorative and Architectural Biedermeier Sofa in Birch

$2,873Sale Price|55% Off

H 40.95 in W 90.56 in D 27.56 in

Decorative and Architectural Biedermeier Sofa in Birch

Located in Kastrup, DK

Decorative and architectural Biedermeier sofa in birch, Copenhagen Denmark , 1820-1830. Upholstered with black fabric.

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Antique Early 19th Century Danish Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

Birch, Fabric

1960s "Skyscraper" Design Velvet Sectional Sofa
1960s "Skyscraper" Design Velvet Sectional Sofa

1960s "Skyscraper" Design Velvet Sectional Sofa

$65,000

H 35 in W 144 in D 108 in

1960s "Skyscraper" Design Velvet Sectional Sofa

Located in New York, NY

1960s "Skyscraper" design velvet sectional sofa. There are eight sections to the sofa (including the two ottomans). Original upholstery. 2 Ottomans: 36 squared x 16H 3 Corners: 34H ...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Stunning Hollywood Regency Tufted 2-Piece Curved Sectional Sofa
Stunning Hollywood Regency Tufted 2-Piece Curved Sectional Sofa

Stunning Hollywood Regency Tufted 2-Piece Curved Sectional Sofa

Located in Dallas, TX

Vintage Hollywood Regency an extra long two-part sofa with a deep tufted back. The sofa splits in the centre, each side has a single seat cushion with rounded outer edge on an uphols...

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Antique American Empire Figural Carved Mahogany Recamier Gold Chaise Lounge Sofa
Antique American Empire Figural Carved Mahogany Recamier Gold Chaise Lounge Sofa

Antique American Empire Figural Carved Mahogany Recamier Gold Chaise Lounge Sofa

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique American Empire Figural Carved Mahogany Recamier Gold Chaise Lounge Sofa. Item features a carved face to lower crest ands further carved wooden frame throughout raised on paw...

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Biedermeier Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Vintage French Walnut Tete a Tete Double Seat Settee Parlor Bench 54"
Vintage French Walnut Tete a Tete Double Seat Settee Parlor Bench 54"

Vintage French Walnut Tete a Tete Double Seat Settee Parlor Bench 54"

$4,640Sale Price|20% Off

H 33 in W 50 in D 54 in

Vintage French Walnut Tete a Tete Double Seat Settee Parlor Bench 54"

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid century French walnut Tete A Tete / sofa settee / conversation lounge chair featuring art deco styling with cabriole legs and double sided seating. These benches are also known ...

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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

"Marchand" Scalloped Walnut Dresser by Christiane Lemieux
"Marchand" Scalloped Walnut Dresser by Christiane Lemieux

"Marchand" Scalloped Walnut Dresser by Christiane Lemieux

Located in New York, NY

The Marchand 6-drawer dresser showcases elegantly scalloped edge detailing and textural drawer fronts, making it a distinctive piece in any bedroom. It sits on minimal turned legs, b...

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2010s Vietnamese Dressers

Materials

Oak

Elegant Italian Venetian Style Sofa, Early 19th C
Elegant Italian Venetian Style Sofa, Early 19th C

Elegant Italian Venetian Style Sofa, Early 19th C

$5,600

H 36.5 in W 65.5 in D 21.5 in

Elegant Italian Venetian Style Sofa, Early 19th C

Located in Atlanta, GA

An Italian Venetian style carved wood & upholstered sofa from the early 19th century. This antique settee from Italy features an elegantly arched camel back with gracefully outward t...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rare Antique Victorian Walnut Tufted Serpentine Parlor Corner Sofa Settee Couch
Rare Antique Victorian Walnut Tufted Serpentine Parlor Corner Sofa Settee Couch

Rare Antique Victorian Walnut Tufted Serpentine Parlor Corner Sofa Settee Couch

Located in Dayton, OH

Monumental Victorian corner parlor sofa featuring serpentine walnut frame with S scroll carved and padded arms. Features queen anne legs and tufted upholstery. Circa 1870s 102" W ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

STYLISH ANTIQUE ART DECO CIR 1920 BURR WALNUT GREEN VELOUR SOFA PART OF A SUiTE
STYLISH ANTIQUE ART DECO CIR 1920 BURR WALNUT GREEN VELOUR SOFA PART OF A SUiTE

STYLISH ANTIQUE ART DECO CIR 1920 BURR WALNUT GREEN VELOUR SOFA PART OF A SUiTE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite circa 1920’s Art Deco Burr Walnut framed sofa with Green Velour upholstery that is part of a ...

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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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Early American Sofa For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal early American sofa for your home. Frequently made of wood, fabric and mahogany, every early American sofa was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect early American sofa — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An early American sofa made by Neoclassical designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made early American sofa over the years, but those crafted by Drexel, Vladimir Kagan and Edward Wormley are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Early American Sofa?

Prices for an early American sofa start at $950 and top out at $28,000 with the average selling for $4,200.

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 Early American Sofa
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify early American furniture, you can evaluate your piece on your own or seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Although many pieces from the Colonial era are unmarked, double-checking your furniture for signatures, stamps and labels is still a good first step. Using trusted online resources, you can research any markings to determine if the maker was active in America during the 16th and early 17th centuries. When identifying unmarked furniture, it's generally necessary to consider the style and details of the piece. Due to its handcrafted origins, early American furniture tends to have visible tool marks and irregularities in its carvings. Early American furnishings tended to be simple in style but often had one or two refined details, such as cabriole legs. Looking at images of authentic early American furniture can be helpful when making an identification. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 18th-century American furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    What Americans call a sofa varies. Often, people living in the U.S. refer to an upholstered furnishing designed to hold more than one person as a couch. However, the word sofa is also commonly used in the U.S. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    Sofa is both American and British. In the UK, sofa is the most commonly used term for an upholstered piece of furniture designed to seat two people or more. Americans use the word sofa as well. However, couch is the more popular name for sofas in the U.S. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    The early American furniture style is often called the Colonial style. During the 17th century, American craftsmen drew inspiration from medieval and Renaissance furniture. By the 18th century, the William and Mary style that had emerged in England began to heavily influence the American Colonial style. Characteristics of Colonial-style furniture include turned legs, ornamental carvings and richly finished cherry, walnut and mahogany wood. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Colonial-style furniture.