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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

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

American Mahogany Classical Swan Sofa, Philadelphia, Circa 1815

$12,000
H 35 in W 74.5 in D 24 in
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

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

$1,440 Sale Price
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H 29.5 in W 42 in D 24.5 in
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
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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofas

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

$6,200
H 31.5 in W 78 in D 30 in
Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Mahogany Sofa Upholstered in White Silk
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Finely Carved Mahogany Parlor Sofa Upholstered in Elegant White
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Sofas

Materials

Silk, Upholstery, Mahogany

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

Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Mahogany Sofa Upholstered in White Silk

$4,750
H 31.25 in W 80 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

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

1990s Beige American Leather Curved Vladimir Kagan Sectional

$8,700 Sale Price / set
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H 30 in W 159 in D 35 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

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

1 Steelcase Modular Seating Group Lounge

$720 Sale Price
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H 32 in W 28.5 in D 30 in
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

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

$1,295
H 28.5 in W 31.5 in D 16.5 in
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

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

$1,200
H 34.5 in W 23 in D 70 in
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 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

$10,750
H 38 in W 83 in D 27 in
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

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

$5,135 Sale Price / set
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H 33 in W 24 in D 32 in

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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
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Antique 1820s American American Classical Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Wood

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

H 32.5 in W 65 in D 25 in
Antique Period American Federal Highly Carved Mahogany Sofa Circa 1800
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1800 American Federal highly carved mahogany sofa with scrolled carved headrest, curvelinear
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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofas

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Mahogany

Antique Period American Federal Highly Carved Mahogany Sofa Circa 1800
Antique Period American Federal Highly Carved Mahogany Sofa Circa 1800

Antique Period American Federal Highly Carved Mahogany Sofa Circa 1800

H 34.5 in W 64 in D 28 in
Period Antique American Massachusetts Federal Carved Mahogany Sofa Circa 1800
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Period Antique American Massachusetts Federal Carved Mahogany Sofa. Curved and scrolled crest rail
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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood, Mahogany

Period Antique American Massachusetts Federal Carved Mahogany Sofa Circa 1800
Period Antique American Massachusetts Federal Carved Mahogany Sofa Circa 1800

Period Antique American Massachusetts Federal Carved Mahogany Sofa Circa 1800

H 36 in W 80 in D 31 in
Oak Sofa Table
Located in Woodstock, NY
A refurbished rough hewn sofa table with tapering oak legs and slate grey top and skirt.
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Sofa Tables

Oak Sofa Table
Oak Sofa Table

Oak Sofa Table

H 28 in W 60 in D 15.5 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
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Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Sofas

Classical Sofa, circa 1815
Classical Sofa, circa 1815

Classical Sofa, circa 1815

H 32 in W 80 in D 22 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
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Early 20th Century North American Sofas

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Stick Wicker/Rattan Sofa
Stick Wicker/Rattan Sofa

Stick Wicker/Rattan Sofa

H 32.5 in W 71 in D 35 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
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Early 20th Century North American Sofas

Materials

Willow, Wood

Bar Harbor Wicker Sofa
Bar Harbor Wicker Sofa

Bar Harbor Wicker Sofa

H 36 in W 88 in D 38 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.
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Sofa Tables

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Sofa/Entry Table
Walnut Sofa/Entry Table

Walnut Sofa/Entry Table

H 28 in W 61.75 in D 21.88 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
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Antique Early 19th Century American American Empire Sofas

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

Classical Sofa, Mid-Atlantic, circa 1810

H 34.5 in W 79 in D 23 in
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
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Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Sofas

Materials

Mahogany

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

H 35 in W 80 in D 27 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
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Three seater Wicker Settee
Three seater Wicker Settee

Three seater Wicker Settee

H 36 in W 73.5 in D 29.75 in
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
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Early 20th Century American Impressionist Nude Paintings

Materials

Oil

Seated Nude on a Sofa
Seated Nude on a Sofa

Bernard Karfiol
Seated Nude on a Sofa, circa 1920

H 20 in W 14 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
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Antique 19th Century American Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

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

Early 19th c. Rare American Sofa Table

H 28 in W 34 in D 25.88 in
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
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Antique 19th Century American Sofas

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

H 2 in W 6 in D 2 in
American Federal Mahogany Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
An American Federal carved seven legged mahogany sofa. Three panels of crest rail carvings: A
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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

American Federal Mahogany Sofa
American Federal Mahogany Sofa

American Federal Mahogany Sofa

H 36 in W 76 in D 30 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
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Antique Early 19th Century American Country Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

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

19th Century American Country Sofa

H 25.75 in W 87 in D 27.25 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 Sofa in American Antelope Hide
Antique Sofa in American Antelope Hide

Antique Sofa in American Antelope Hide

H 44 in W 104 in D 40 in
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
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Antique Early 19th Century American Empire Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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

H 34 in W 91 in D 25.25 in
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
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Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical 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!!

H 35 in W 87 in D 25 in
18TH CENTURY AMERICAN SOFA IN 19TH CENTURY HOMESPUN LINEN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18TH CENTURY AMERICAN SOFA UPHOLSTERED IN 19TH CENTURY HOMESPUN LINEN
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Sofas

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

H 29 in W 78 in D 26 in
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
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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofas

Materials

Brass

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

American Federal Birch-Inlaid Mahogany Settee Sofa, Massachusetts

H 35 in W 77.5 in D 27.5 in
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
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Antique Early 19th Century American Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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

H 33 in W 86 in D 26 in
Early Milo Baughman Tuxedo Sofa, Thayer Coggin in Buttercream Mohair
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Culver City, CA
This sofa is absolutely stunning. Designed in the late 1950's by Milo Baughman, this sofa
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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

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

H 32 in W 96.5 in D 33 in
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
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Mid-20th Century North American Sofas

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

H 32 in W 88 in D 36 in
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
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

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

H 28 in W 91 in D 33 in
Antique 19th Century American Empire Flame Mahogany Claw Foot Classical Sofa 77"
Located in Dayton, OH
Fine American Empire sofa with striking form and masterful carving, New York; circa 1820s. Made of
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Empire Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Antique 19th Century American Empire Flame Mahogany Claw Foot Classical Sofa 77"
Antique 19th Century American Empire Flame Mahogany Claw Foot Classical Sofa 77"

Antique 19th Century American Empire Flame Mahogany Claw Foot Classical Sofa 77"

H 36 in W 77 in D 26 in
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
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Early 20th Century North American Sofas

Materials

Fabric

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

Coastal Celerie Kemble Custom Highland House Sofa

H 37 in W 89 in D 28 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

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

19th Century Carved Sofa or Settee

H 33 in W 58 in D 30 in
New York Federal Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
An America, New York, Federal sofa with bowknot and drapery carving, reeded legs with casters
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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofas

New York Federal Sofa
New York Federal Sofa

New York Federal Sofa

H 37.5 in W 78 in D 28 in
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

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

H 33 in W 32 in D 26 in
Early Garden sectional Sofa by woodard American circa 1930
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Four piece outdoor sofa that comes with an ottoman. Each end section seat width is 25" X 25.75" and
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Vintage 1930s American Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal

Early Garden sectional Sofa by woodard American circa 1930
Early Garden sectional Sofa by woodard American circa 1930

Early Garden sectional Sofa by woodard American circa 1930

H 27.5 in W 102,107.5 in D 29 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

American Federal Carved Mahogany Sofa
American Federal Carved Mahogany Sofa

American Federal Carved Mahogany Sofa

H 33.25 in W 96 in D 26 in
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 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

H 39 in W 69 in D 24 in
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 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

H 50 in W 50 in D 21.5 in
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...
Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Console Tables

Materials

Wood

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

H 29 in W 42.25 in D 16 in
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

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

H 33 in W 32 in D 26 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

Antique American Federal Sofa
Antique American Federal Sofa

Antique American Federal Sofa

H 38 in W 86 in D 24 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

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

Early Edward Wormley Oasis Sofa, Dunbar

H 30 in W 104 in D 52 in
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

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

H 37.25 in W 83.75 in D 22.5 in
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

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

H 33 in W 76 in D 25 in
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

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

H 35 in W 90 in D 26 in
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

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

H 33 in W 86 in D 32 in
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

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

H 47.5 in W 61 in D 24 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

American Edwardian Period Sofa.
American Edwardian Period Sofa.

American Edwardian Period Sofa.

H 36 in W 96 in D 30 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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Category

Early 20th Century American Sofa Tables

Materials

Reed, Wood

American Wicker Sofa Table c1920s
American Wicker Sofa Table c1920s

American Wicker Sofa Table c1920s

H 30 in W 63 in D 22 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

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

20th Century American Bar Harbor Sofa

H 31 in W 72.5 in D 29.5 in
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 Antique Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Sofa
American Antique Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Sofa

American Antique Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Sofa

H 39 in W 69 in D 32 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 Wicker Bar Harbor Sofa c.1920s
American Wicker Bar Harbor Sofa c.1920s

American Wicker Bar Harbor Sofa c.1920s

H 36 in W 72 in D 26 in
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
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Early 20th Century American Sofas

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

American Vintage Bar Harbor Wicker Sofa / Settee

H 32 in W 76 in D 27 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
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Early 20th Century American Sofa Tables

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Reed, Paint, Glass, 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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Located in Long Island City, NY
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American 18th Century Camel-Back Chippendale Style Sofa
American 18th Century Camel-Back Chippendale Style Sofa

American 18th Century Camel-Back Chippendale Style Sofa

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Early 1970s Tubular Chrome Wool Platform Tuxedo Midcentury Sofa
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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

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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
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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sofa Tables

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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

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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....
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Early 20th Century American Sofa Tables

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Reed, Wood, Paint

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

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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.
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Sofas

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Wicker

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

Signed Heywood Wakefield Wicker Sofa, circa 1910

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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
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Early 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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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

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American Antique Settee
Located in Chamblee, GA
Beautiful American Settee Newport Rhode Island estate and was in the same family until recently
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American Antique Settee
American Antique Settee

American Antique Settee

H 39 in W 70 in D 31 in
3-PIECE AMERICAN WICKER SET
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Wicker sofa, offered as part of a 3-piece matching American antique wicker set including an
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Early 20th Century American Sofas

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

3-PIECE AMERICAN WICKER SET

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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.

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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
  • What do Americans call a sofa?
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    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.
  • Is sofa American or British?
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    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.
  • How do I identify early American furniture?
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    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.
  • What is the early American furniture style called?
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    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.

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