Victorian Wicker Loveseat
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Part of a large collection of ornate Victorian wicker that was collected over the years by a
1880s American Victorian Antique Victorian Loveseat
Wicker
Victorian Wicker Loveseat
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Part of a large collection of ornate Victorian wicker that was collected over the years by a
Wicker
French Victorian Wicker Loveseat
By Perret et Vibert
Located in Queens, NY
2 French Victorian natural wicker loveseats trimmed with green and white wrapping having a
Upholstery, Wicker
American Victorian Wicker Loveseat
By Larkin & Co.
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian natural wicker woven roll design high back loveseat with spindles and bobbins on
Wicker
English Victorian Cast Iron Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian black painted cast iron loveseat with scroll design and filigree seat with
Iron
English Victorian Faux Leopard Velvet Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian style modern loveseat with camel back and upholstered in faux leopard velvet.
Velvet
American Victorian Wicker Loveseat
By Larkin & Co.
Located in Southampton, NJ
Antique American Victorian natural wicker high back loveseat with spindles and bobbins on back and
Brass
Outdoor American Victorian Painted Iron Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
Outdoor American Victorian painted iron loveseat with twig design on seat and back Jaimie has
Iron
Outdoor Victorian painted wire shaped back loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
Outdoor Victorian painted wire shaped back loveseat with scroll design and 4 legs connected with a
Paint
$1,650
H 39.75 in W 48 in D 21 in
Antique Victorian Style Carved Mahogany Loveseat with Suzani Textile Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Characterful antique Victorian style carved dark wood loveseat updated with multicolored antique
Textile, Mahogany
$1,450 / set
H 35.5 in W 56 in D 33.75 in
Set of Antique Victorian Empire Style Mahogany Loveseat & Arm Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Needs New Upholstery, Carved Wood Style: Victorian Empire Condition: Needs New
Upholstery, Wood
$4,750
H 34 in W 50 in D 30 in
English Victorian Style Tufted Red Paisley Upholstered Rounded Back Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian-style loveseat with a rounded back, curved arms, and shaped seat, upholstered in
Brass
Rustic American Steer Horn Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
Rustic American Victorian (19/20th Cent) steer horn loveseat with paisley upholstered seat
Horn
English Victorian Black Lacquered Floral Settee
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian papier mache black lacquered and gold decorated floral painted settee with cane
Gold
$2,437Sale Price|35% Off
H 36.5 in W 59 in D 31 in
Victorian Ebonized Walnut Sofa in Dark Blue Paisley
Located in Malibu, CA
Charming 19th Century handcrafted parlor sofa reupholstered in heavy weight fabric in dark blue. The sturdy walnut frame has been lightly ebonized. New linen or velvet upholstery is ...
Textile, Walnut
$7,500
H 38 in W 48 in D 22 in
Rare Heywood Brothers and Wakefield Victorian Wicker Conversation Gossip Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Perhaps the Rarest of all Victorian Wicker pieces, this parlor chair was used for Ladies to gossip
Wicker
$3,990
H 25.4 in W 48.43 in D 43.71 in
STUNNiNG ANTIQUE VICTORIAN "TETE A TETE" CONVERSATION SOFA WITH EBONISED FRAME
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale lovely Victorian
Velvet, Hardwood
$3,888
H 21.86 in W 48.23 in D 33.47 in
Antique Love Seat, English, Walnut, Duet Bench, Dog Bed, Small Settee, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
early Victorian period, circa 1840. Beautifully presented seat, with appealing upholstery and fine
Textile, Walnut
Camel Back Love Seat in Velvet, England 1890
Located in Culver City, CA
Loveseat in Pierre Frey Velvet England, 1890 Camel back loveseat sofa newly upholstered in Pierre
Velvet, Wood
Victorian Wicker Settee/Loveseat
By Larkin & Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
American victorian woven wicker high back settee/loveseat with apron. Underside has remnants of
Wicker
$895
H 40 in W 67 in D 30 in
Antique Eastlake Victorian Carved Walnut Floral Upholstered Parlor Sofa Loveseat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Eastlake Victorian Carved Walnut Floral Upholstered Parlor Sofa Loveseat. Circa Late 19th
Walnut
$2,500
H 33 in W 48 in D 27 in
Antique Victorian Aesthetic Movement Black Ebonized Figural Carved Loveseat Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Aesthetic Movement Black Ebonized Figural Carved Loveseat Sofa. Item features
Fabric, Wood
$2,200
H 33.5 in W 40.5 in D 23 in
Antique Victorian Edwardian Mahogany Settee Loveseat w/ Mother of Pearl Inlay
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Edwardian Mahogany Settee Loveseat Sofa with Mother of Pearl Inlay and Rolling
Mahogany
American Country Outdoor Folding Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
American Country style Outdoor folding iron loveseat with a weathered white painted wood slat
Slate, Iron
$1,800
H 44 in W 67 in D 32.5 in
Antique French Mahogany Loveseat or Settee, Lion Paw Feet Unrestored c1800's
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Antique French settee or loveseat deconstructed and probably made in the late 1800's. When you take
Fabric, Mahogany
$4,500
H 31.5 in W 37.5 in D 29 in
Cast Iron Passion Flower Two Seat Loveseat Bench After Coalbrookdale Company
By Coalbrookdale Foundry
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A rare Cast Iron Bench in the elaborate Passion Flower Pattern. This early botanical design originated in England and was registered in 1862 by the Coalbrookdale Company and was then...
Iron
American Victorian Gold Upholstered Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian mahogany carved dolphin-side roll arm loveseat with gold upholstery
Upholstery, Mahogany
French Balloon Back Bergere Loveseat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This wonderful Victorian balloon back bergere loveseat sits atop short cabriole legs. Beautiful
Walnut
Victorian Ebonised Love/Conversation Seat
Located in Tetbury, GB
A Victorian plush ebonized love/conversation seat with upholstered red button back. A gorgeous
Wood
19th Century English Victorian Loveseat
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
19th century English Victorian Loveseat.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Victorian Loveseat
Located in Pasadena, CA
Victorian Walnut Loveseat from England. Newly upholstered in gold cotton velvet.
Wood, Fabric
Antique Victorian Armless Loveseat
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian armless loveseat in velvet, in vintage original condition with some wear and
Velvet, Walnut
Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Loveseat Settee
Located in London, GB
antique early Victorian, possible William IV. Dating to around 1840s-1860s & solid walnut, with fabulous
Walnut
Antique Victorian Curved & Button Back Upholstered Loveseat C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Victorian Curved & Button Back Upholstered Loveseat C1900 Measures - 32.5"H x 48"W x 31"D
Upholstery, Wood
19th c. American Clawfoot Garden Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
Nineteenth century American outdoor loveseat composed of white painted iron and featuring cabriole
Iron
One Antique Mahogany Loveseat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Lovely Antique Mahogany Victorian Loveseat with turned front legs and flaired back legs,newly
Upholstery
Chic Vintage Black and gold Loveseat
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Diminutive, great style with curves everywhere and sleek at the same time, carved, ebonized and gilded, nailheads and upholstery in a subtle very thin striped silk blend Seat depth ...
Giltwood, Fabric
Handsome Ornately Carved Wood Two-Piece Settee Loveseat
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Pair of American Victorian mahogany corner chairs, circa 1890, that when pushed together make a
Mahogany
Romantic Renaissance Revival Ornately Carved Walnut Loveseat Settee
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Magnificent Victorian carved walnut loveseat having ornate figural carvings of women on the arms
Walnut
19th Century Victorian Wicker Settee
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Savannah, GA
This painted wicker fanciful Victorian settee features all the bells and whistles the Heywood Bros
Cotton, Wicker, Hardwood
19th Century Victorian Ebonized Conversation Seat
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality 19th century Victorian ebonized conversation seat, having an ebonized
19th Century Victorian Mahogany Love Seat
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality love seat of small proportions, circa 1890. Shaped and upholstered backrest held to the seat with turned spindles. Standing on 4 gillowed legs and brass caster. Re...
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Mahogany Carved Parlor Settee Bench Love Seat
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid-late 19th century Victorian settee. Made from mahogany with ornate carved back. Featuring split
Upholstery, Mahogany
Victorian Walnut Conversation Seat
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Victorian walnut conversation seat, remaining in very good condition
Walnut
Sold
H 42 in W 33 in D 74.5 in
Antique Victorian Serpentine Wingback Parlor Snake Serpent Settee Bench Sofa
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian carved parlor sofa or settee. Made of mahogany with serpentine form featuring
Velvet, Mahogany
Sold
H 24.81 in W 50.4 in L 24.81 in
Sublime Original Antique Victorian 1860 Tete a Tete Love Coversation Sofa Seat
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Victorian solid mahogany tete a tete love
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique Victorian Eastlake Carved Walnut Parlor Settee Love Seat Bench
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian Eastlake parlor settee or love seat. Made of walnut featuring a flare of
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 18 in W 65 in D 20 in
An Extending Brass and Leather Club Fender This is an elegant piece of country
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
An Extending Brass and Leather Club Fender This is an elegant piece of country House Furniture with dark red leather studded seats and it can be pulled out to alter the size to fit ...
Brass
Late 19th Century Mahogany Window Seat of Small Proportion
Located in Cheshire, GB
Late 19th century mahogany window seat of small proportions. The mahogany carved frame above upholstered back, seat and arms, having acanthus capped forearms on fluted and reeded col...
19th Century Original Tufted English Leather Sofa
Located in Surrey, BC
A very good true leather tufted sofa in old worn, perfect patina. Solid seating. Good overall condition and very rare find. Acquired from a private collection of old antique dealer w...
Leather, Walnut
Victorian Wirework Loveseat
Located in South Salem, NY
Circa 19th century Victorian wirework loveseat or bench with c-scroll detail. Please note of minor
Iron
Sold
H 35.5 in W 41 in L 35.5 in
Antique Victorian Mahogany Upholstered Victorian Spool Spindle Bench Loveseat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian mahogany upholstered Victorian spool spindle bench loveseat. Item features "Spool
Mahogany
19th Century Victorian Walnut Loveseat Conversation Settee
Located in London, GB
This is a fantastic English antique Victorian walnut love seat, "Sociable Settee" which dates from
Walnut
19th Century Victorian Mahogany Loveseat Conversation Settee
Located in London, GB
This is a fantastic English antique Victorian mahogany love seat or conversation "Sociable Settee
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Carved Settee / Loveseat / Sofa with Tufted Back
Located in Wilmington, DE
Antique Victorian carved settee/loveseat/sofa. Offered is a nice Antique Victorian carved settee
Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 32 in W 41.5 in D 21.5 in
Antique Victorian Serpentine Oxbow Carved Mahogany Settee Loveseat Bench
Located in Dayton, OH
Victorian era serpentine sette or loveseat, attributed to Hersee & Co of Buffalo NY. Features a
Mahogany
French Victorian Green and Red Wicker Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian painted green and red wicker loveseat
Wicker
Sold
H 35 in W 58 in D 27.5 in
Antique Victorian French Rococo Carved Mahogany Upholstered Loveseat Parlor Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Antique Victorian French Rococo Mahogany Serpentine Frame White/Beige/Gold Upholstered Loveseat Parlor
Mahogany
Sold
H 35 in W 49 in D 29 in
Antique Victorian Green Mohair Fretwork Carved Mahogany Parlor Loveseat Settee
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Green Mohair Fretwork Carved Mahogany Parlor Loveseat Settee. Circa Late 19th
Mohair, Mahogany
Sold
H 28.5 in W 38.5 in D 24 in
Antique French Victorian Cast Iron Grapevine Leaf Small Garden Bench Loveseat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Antique French Victorian Cast Iron Grapevine & Leaf Small Garden Bench Loveseat. Circa Early 20th Century
Iron
Sold
H 32.5 in W 50 in D 23 in
Antique French Louis XVI Style Victorian Gold Giltwood Petite Loveseat Settee
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XVI style Victorian gold giltwood petite loveseat settee. Item features a gold
Fabric, Wood
19th Century Wire Loveseat
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
A fabulous vintage loveseat in excellent condition. Perfectly aged, this wire iron loveseat has
Iron
Sold
H 33.5 in W 54.5 in D 26 in
Antique Victorian Renaissance Revival Walnut Burl Parlor Tufted Settee Loveseat
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian Renaissance Revival parlor Settee. Made from walnut with a serpentine form
Velvet, Walnut
Sold
H 39 in W 53 in D 28.5 in
Antique French Louis XV Rococo Victorian Carved Mahogany Purple Loveseat Settee
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XV Rococo Victorian carved mahogany purple loveseat settee sofa. Item features
Mahogany
Sold
H 35.5 in W 45 in D 25 in
Antique Wicker Camelback Rocking Chair and Settee Loveseat Bench Rocker
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Wicker Camelback rocking chair and settee loveseat bench rocker Vintage wicker rocking
Wicker
Sold
H 27.17 in W 43.71 in D 26.78 in
Antique Conversation Sofa, English, Fruitwood, Loveseat, Tete-a-Tete, Courting
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique conversation sofa. A English, fruitwood loveseat, tête-à-tête or courting bench
Fruitwood
19th Century Victorian Belter Style Canopy Or Love Seat, Sofa
By John Henry Belter
Located in Manhasset, NY
Victorian belter style canopy or loveseat sofa. The frame in fine condition the fabric faded to age
Fabric, Wood
American Victorian Velvet Upholstered Settee
Located in Astoria, NY
Antique American Victorian Olive Green Velvet Loveseat Sofa This stunning two-seater sofa exudes
Velvet, Wood
Victorian Mahogany Loveseat
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Victorian mahogany carved loveseat or conversation seat in good condition having been recently
Mahogany
French Victorian Faux Bamboo Campaign Design Folding Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian oak faux bamboo Campaign design folding loveseat with (recently) painted seat and
Upholstery, Oak
Sold
H 40 in W 51 in D 24 in
1890s French Red Velvet Victorian Hand Carved Wood Loveseat with Musical Motif
Located in New York, NY
1890s Victorian red velvet love seat from France. The frame is heavily carved and made of walnut or
Velvet, Wood
Antique Wicker Settee Sofa Loveseat
By Heywood Brothers & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular Victorian wicker settee, loveseat, sofa in natural finish, with rolled arms and carved
Wicker
19th Century Mahogany Pair of Armchairs / Loveseats
Located in Berlin, DE
This 19th century pair of armchairs / loveseat is made out of mahogany and was re-upholstered in
Velvet, Mahogany
Victorian Carved Mahogany Courting Chair
Located in Hanover, MA
Victorian carved mahogany courting chair or tête-à-tête. On brass casters.
19th Century Victorian Giltwood Conversation Seat
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Victorian giltwood conversation seat in excellent condition having been recently upholstered and
Mahogany
Victorian Wicker Love Seat Shell Back
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Part of a large collection of ornate Victorian wicker that was collected over the years by a
Wicker
Sold
H 37.8 in W 77.17 in D 28.75 in
Victorian Antique Chaise Longue Love Seat Sofa, 18th-19th Century
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Antique French or English carved chaise Longue love seat sofa. The upholstery will look best if redone. It already has been done in the past. Size: W x D x H in cm: 196 x 73 x 96 ...
Walnut
Sold
H 30 in W 30.5 in D 62 in
Antique Victorian Tufted Tete a Tete Parlor Conversation Bench Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
A magnificent Victorian era Tete-A-Tete. Upholstered in a heavy off white tufted fabric. The bench
Fabric, Walnut
Dark Brown Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian style dark brown tufted leather seat and back chesterfield sofa with out-scrolled
Brass
Black Leather Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian style blackish brown tufted leather chesterfield sofa with distressed finish
Brass
Antique Victorian Garden Loveseat Settee
By Salterini, John Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
Antique Victorian garden settee loveseat. Intricate Wrought Iron Wireworks Detail Perfect for any
Wrought Iron
Victorian Style Wire Garden Bench Loveseat Settee
Located in New York, NY
Charming Victorian style garden settee having a wire and woven metal seat and back, with wrought
Wrought Iron, Wire
Sold
H 35.04 in W 59.06 in D 59.06 in
Antique Victorian Walnut Loveseat Conversation Settee, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fantastic English antique Victorian walnut loveseat, "Sociable Settee" which dates from
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 36.5 in W 39 in D 23 in
Antique Victorian Mahogany Carve Fretwork Sofa Parlor Bench Settee Loveseat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Mahogany Carve Fretwork Sofa Parlor Bench Settee Loveseat. Circa Early 20th
Fabric, Mahogany
Chic 'Méandre' Gilt Bronze Side Chair by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Undulating 'Méandre' gilt bronze finish side chair by Design Frères. Gilt bronze finish over steel frame. Natural linen upholstered cushion with contrasting piping. Chic and unders...
Steel
$1,696Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 4.15 in W 5.35 in D 7.75 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich v...
Metal
$950 / item
H 25.6 in W 32.67 in D 13.78 in
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Cushion included.
Iron
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
$2,500 / item
H 29 in Dm 19 in
Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Ivory Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant's Foot– for the prominent shape at its ba...
Wood, Fabric, Linen, Fiberglass
$8,222Sale Price|20% Off
H 37.41 in W 95.67 in D 24.41 in
Sofa Louis XV, Covered with Authentic Perfect Aubusson Tapestry
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
1910/M, I hope You can understand what it is from some photos only. Museum quality antique sofa, coating with an authentic Aubusson old tapestry: everything perfectly restored.. Uni...
Wood
Chinese Qing Dynasty Cabinet with Original Décor
Located in Kastrup, DK
Rare Qing dynasty cabinet with original well preserved decorations. Red base lacquer with polychrome decorations, black lacquer on the sides. Top section with pair of panel doors la...
Elm
$114,977
H 240 in W 552 in D 120 in
Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure
Located in London, GB
A monumental Moorish mid-Victorian wrought iron Pergola or Decorative Garden Structure, a unique masterpiece in High Victorian Ironwork design. Our research confirms it is French, da...
Wrought Iron
Ondamarmo Vulcano Onyx Matte Polished Side Table
Located in AVENZA CARRARA, IT
The Ondamarmo series by Federica Elmo includes 6 objects: The extra large dining table, two smaller size tables, three shelves, and a tray designed as an evolution of the shapes of t...
Onyx
Maurice Dufrêne for La Maitrise art deco tapestry 1922
By Maurice Dufrêne, La Maitrise
Located in Paris, IDF
Maurice Dufrene designed this tapestry for the studio La Maitrise, Les Galeries Lafayette, in Paris in 1922, just as he became the director of the studio. Crafted from handspun wool,...
Wool
$7,437Sale Price|50% Off
H 42 in W 102 in D 60 in
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 ...
Velvet, Walnut
$60,000
H 12 in W 14 in D 7 in
Magnificent French Antique Porcelain 116-Piece Dinner Set, 19th Century
Located in Montreal, Quebec
116 Pieces A magnificent French Antique porcelain 116-piece dinner set, 19th century, with burgundy and gold accents. This set is exceptionnal both in its beauty, its state of con...
Porcelain
19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed
Located in Marbella, ES
This is a wonderful example of a canopy bed from Shanghai Province, China. Made of Chinese Northern Elm, this bed features hoofed feet and multiple floral carvings. The exterior ...
Gold Leaf
$16,025 / set
H 87.01 in W 41.34 in D 88.59 in
Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
Louis XVI style bunk beds, hand carved and hand finished in an off-white, antique finish. Takes a mattress size: 90cm x 200cm (3ft x 6ft6'). The beds come with an extra set of legs, ...
Wood
$13,729 / set
H 87.01 in W 41.34 in D 88.59 in
Louis XVI Style Bunk Beds/Matching Pair of Single Beds Made by La Maison London
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
Louis XVI style bunk beds, exclusive to La Maison London: Hand carved featuring a band of intricate laurel leaves along the side bars and hand finished to order (picture shows a pale...
Wood
$1,440Sale Price / set|55% Off
H 23 in Dm 12 in
Art Deco Style White Milk Glass Handmade Chandelier, Pendant, Lantern, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
Art Deco style white milk glass handmade chandelier, pendant, lantern, a pair. A gorgeous handcrafted with individual panels, this pair of Art Deco hanging lanterns or ceiling fixtur...
Metal
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