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19th Century French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Settee
19th Century French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Settee

19th Century French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Settee

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

An elegant French Louis XV style walnut settee dating from the late 19th century, featuring a beautifully shaped and carved frame with the graceful curves characteristic of the perio...

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Settees

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

Miniature Victorian Revival Red Velvet & Carved Mahogany Chaise Lounge Dog Bed
Miniature Victorian Revival Red Velvet & Carved Mahogany Chaise Lounge Dog Bed

Miniature Victorian Revival Red Velvet & Carved Mahogany Chaise Lounge Dog Bed

Located in Dayton, OH

Miniature Victorian-style fainting couch (also referred to as a chaise lounge or méridienne), cira 1970s. Featuring an asymmetrical, left-facing sweeping silhouette, this statement p...

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Late 20th Century Victorian Settees

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Rose Tarlow Melrose House Chaise Lounge Daybed Settee
Rose Tarlow Melrose House Chaise Lounge Daybed Settee

Rose Tarlow Melrose House Chaise Lounge Daybed Settee

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Rose Tarlow Melrose House Chaise Lounge Daybed Settee.

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1990s American Romantic Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

French Restauration Bench Seat Wood Sofa Banquette Fabric of Your Choise 19th C
French Restauration Bench Seat Wood Sofa Banquette Fabric of Your Choise 19th C

French Restauration Bench Seat Wood Sofa Banquette Fabric of Your Choise 19th C

Located in Labrit, Landes

Antique French Restoration-Period Chaise Longue on wheels, 19th Century Louis Philippe Period, France circa 1840 An elegant French chaise longue dating from the Restoration period, ...

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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Finn Juhl Style Sofa or Loveseat by Slagelse Mobelvaerk, 1940s
Finn Juhl Style Sofa or Loveseat by Slagelse Mobelvaerk, 1940s

Finn Juhl Style Sofa or Loveseat by Slagelse Mobelvaerk, 1940s

By Finn Juhl, Slagelse Mobelvaerk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Superbly elegant Finn Juhl style sofa or settee made by Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Denmark sometime in the 1940s. Perfectly balanced lines and proportions providing for a solid and sturdy ...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Wool, Beech

Gustavian Settee in Pale Grey with Linen Upholstery
Gustavian Settee in Pale Grey with Linen Upholstery

Gustavian Settee in Pale Grey with Linen Upholstery

Located in Kastrup, DK

Elegant Gustavian settee crafted from beech and painted in pale grey, with a beautiful age-related patina revealing the warm tone of the wood in several areas. The settee is decorat...

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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Settees

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Contemporary Channeled Fleure 3 seater Sofa in Dedar Verde Velvet Brass Legs.
Contemporary Channeled Fleure 3 seater Sofa in Dedar Verde Velvet Brass Legs.

Contemporary Channeled Fleure 3 seater Sofa in Dedar Verde Velvet Brass Legs.

By Stuart Scott

Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire

The Award winning Fleure Signature Edition is our latest revival of the award winning Fleure 3 Seater Sofa, reimagined in this premium cotton velvet upholstery. This signature piece...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Settees

Materials

Brass

Brussels Slip Covered Settee Bench
Brussels Slip Covered Settee Bench

Brussels Slip Covered Settee Bench

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Introducing the Brussels Settee Bench, a versatile furniture piece that can serve as a bench, settee, or banquette in any space. This slip-covered settee comes in a luxurious heavy t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Settees

Materials

Linen, Oak

Swedish Gustavian 18th Century Painted Pine Settee with Storage
Swedish Gustavian 18th Century Painted Pine Settee with Storage

Swedish Gustavian 18th Century Painted Pine Settee with Storage

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Swedish 18th century Gustavian style settee/banquette with its original hand-scraped & painted finish over the carved pine frame. The solid construction makes for a sheltering so...

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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Settees

Materials

Muslin, Pine, Paint

Gustavian Settee ca 1780 - 1780
Gustavian Settee ca 1780 - 1780

Gustavian Settee ca 1780 - 1780

Located in Kastrup, DK

Elegant Gustavian settee crafted in beech with a black finish and a beautiful age-related patina, allowing the warm tone of the wood to show through in places. The gently curved uph...

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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Settees

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Antique French Church Pew Bench Double Seat Oak
Antique French Church Pew Bench Double Seat Oak

Antique French Church Pew Bench Double Seat Oak

Located in Tyler, TX

UNIQUE Carved Oak Antique French Double Church Pew, Entry Bench, Settee or Banquette c.1900-20 ~~Classic French flair decorator piece~~ Perfect for living area seating, entry, hall...

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Early 1900s French Renaissance Revival Antique Settees

Materials

Oak

Jacques Quinet, Settee, Leather, Hide, Metal, France, 1970s
Jacques Quinet, Settee, Leather, Hide, Metal, France, 1970s

Jacques Quinet, Settee, Leather, Hide, Metal, France, 1970s

By Jacques Quinet

Located in High Point, NC

A white leather, metal and leopard-printed hide settee or sofa designed and produced by  Jacques Quinet, France, c. 1970. Some tears in seat cushions; shows more wear than back cush...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Metal

Antique Empire Sofa or Settee Constructed in Mahogany with Horsehair Upholstery
Antique Empire Sofa or Settee Constructed in Mahogany with Horsehair Upholstery

Antique Empire Sofa or Settee Constructed in Mahogany with Horsehair Upholstery

Located in Highwood, IL

Antique Empire Sofa or Settee Constructed from Mahogany and Upholstered in Horsehair. Our Exquisite looking Empire Sofa looks to have been made in the early 1800's and typically we w...

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1820s Empire Antique Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Art Deco Bouclè and Walnut Loveseat, Italy, 1930s
Art Deco Bouclè and Walnut Loveseat, Italy, 1930s

Art Deco Bouclè and Walnut Loveseat, Italy, 1930s

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Small Art Deco two-seater sofa in ivory and walnut bouclé fabric, fully restored and upholstered, Italy, 1930s. Fabric can be replaced at an additional cost.

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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Settees

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

18th Century Italian Antique Settee in Walnut and Vienna Straw
18th Century Italian Antique Settee in Walnut and Vienna Straw

18th Century Italian Antique Settee in Walnut and Vienna Straw

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

We offer this refined antique Italian settee dating back to the 18th century, during the Louis XV period. The settee features a solid walnut frame and a distinctive seat and backres...

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18th Century Italian Louis XV Antique Settees

Materials

Walnut, Straw

Danish 1950's 3-seat sofa by To Ole Wanscher
Danish 1950's 3-seat sofa by To Ole Wanscher

Danish 1950's 3-seat sofa by To Ole Wanscher

By Ole Wanscher

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful super elegant sofa by Ole Wanscher for Cabinet maker A.J. Iversen ca. mid 1950's. Very elegant design raised on teak legs with stretchers (usually seen in Kaare Klint's fam...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Wool, Teak

Danish 1950s Settee or Loveseat in Green Wool in the Style of Peter Hvidt
Danish 1950s Settee or Loveseat in Green Wool in the Style of Peter Hvidt

Danish 1950s Settee or Loveseat in Green Wool in the Style of Peter Hvidt

By Peter Hvidt

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Classic and very elegant lines very much in the style of the early Danish iconic Designer, Peter Hvidt made circa 1950. Back and seat nice and firm and frame on Cuban mahogany legs r...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Wool, Mahogany

Slip Covered Settee Bench in Stone Washed Linen
Slip Covered Settee Bench in Stone Washed Linen

Slip Covered Settee Bench in Stone Washed Linen

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Introducing the Brussels Settee Bench, a versatile furniture piece that can serve as a bench, settee, or banquette in any space. This slip-covered beauty comes in a luxurious heavy c...

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21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Settees

Materials

Linen, Foam, Wood

Zebra Hide Settee
Zebra Hide Settee

Zebra Hide Settee

$11,840 / item

Zebra Hide Settee

Located in New York, NY

A unique combination of style and comfort, the Zebra Hide Settee showcases the exquisite black and white racing stripes of the majestic Zebra. Using four full hides, each settee is a...

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2010s South African Settees

Materials

Zebra Hide

Italian Designer, Settee, Bamboo, Rattan, Italy, 1950s
Italian Designer, Settee, Bamboo, Rattan, Italy, 1950s

Italian Designer, Settee, Bamboo, Rattan, Italy, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A moulded bamboo, rattan and floral-printed fabric sofa, settee or loveseat designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches):...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

19th Century Italian Charles X Carved Walnut Antique Large Settee
19th Century Italian Charles X Carved Walnut Antique Large Settee

19th Century Italian Charles X Carved Walnut Antique Large Settee

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Antique settee 1825s in full Charles X era. The settee is made of solid walnut hand carved. Particular shape called a boat. Large size compared to other ...

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1820s Italian Charles X Antique Settees

Materials

Walnut

French Neo-Classical Style Tiger Velvet Daybed Settee - Pair Available
French Neo-Classical Style Tiger Velvet Daybed Settee - Pair Available

French Neo-Classical Style Tiger Velvet Daybed Settee - Pair Available

By Maison Jansen

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is late 20th century French Maison Jansen style steel and brass neo-classical daybed. The tiger velvet cushion and pillows could be Scalamandre, but I have no way of knowing for...

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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Settees

Materials

Brass, Steel

Vintage Giltwood Love Seat Conversation Settee Mid 20th Century
Vintage Giltwood Love Seat Conversation Settee Mid 20th Century

Vintage Giltwood Love Seat Conversation Settee Mid 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a fantastic English vintage giltwood love seat or conversation "Sociable Settee" mid 20th century in date. It is of clover leaf outline and has four individual seats with...

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1950s English Vintage Settees

Materials

Velvet, Giltwood

French Painted Iron & Wrought Iron Banquette Child Sofa Louis XVI st, circa 1880
French Painted Iron & Wrought Iron Banquette Child Sofa Louis XVI st, circa 1880

French Painted Iron & Wrought Iron Banquette Child Sofa Louis XVI st, circa 1880

Located in Labrit, Landes

French banquette sofa iron and wrought iron painted. It was a child bed in the late 19th century, ans it can be used as bench for stuffed animals and dolls in a children's bedroom o...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Settees

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Branda Leather Bench by Enrico Tonucci
Branda Leather Bench by Enrico Tonucci

Branda Leather Bench by Enrico Tonucci

By Manifestodesign

Located in Milan, IT

The origins of this product are as old as time, and most likely this was once a travel bed. This bench is made of solid black hickory, with a seat in full-g...

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2010s Italian Settees

Materials

Leather, Hickory

Sofa With Sculptural Armrests in Oak and Brown Upholstery
Sofa With Sculptural Armrests in Oak and Brown Upholstery

Sofa With Sculptural Armrests in Oak and Brown Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, oak, fabric, Czech Republic, 1960s A comfortable and bulky three seat sofa with a soft feel. This sofa is made in the Czech Republic in the 1960s. One of the elegant character...

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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Fabric, Oak

20th Century, Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova Daybed mod. Califfo
20th Century, Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova Daybed mod. Califfo

20th Century, Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova Daybed mod. Califfo

By Ettore Sottsass, Poltronova

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Ettore Sottsass grew up in Turin, and graduated in architecture from the Turin Polytechnic in 1939. In 1947, he founded his own studio in Milan. In 1956, Sottsass moved to New York w...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Contemporary Channeled Fleure Luxus Sofa in Green Velvet and Oak or Walnut Legs
Contemporary Channeled Fleure Luxus Sofa in Green Velvet and Oak or Walnut Legs

Contemporary Channeled Fleure Luxus Sofa in Green Velvet and Oak or Walnut Legs

By Stuart Scott

Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire

The Fleure Luxus sofa is our latest adaptation of the award winning Fleure 3 – seater sofa, upholstered in this premium cotton velvet. The Fleure range combines traditional style cue...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Settees

Materials

Velvet, Oak, Walnut

Swedish 19th Century Original Painted Louis XV / Gustavian Cabriole Sofa, Settee
Swedish 19th Century Original Painted Louis XV / Gustavian Cabriole Sofa, Settee

Swedish 19th Century Original Painted Louis XV / Gustavian Cabriole Sofa, Settee

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

An elegant Swedish Louis XV–inspired cabriole sofa dating to the 19th century, showcasing refined Gustavian aesthetics and original painted surfaces. Crafted from solid pine, this se...

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19th Century Swedish Louis XV Antique Settees

Materials

Wool, Pine

Lorette Settee, Stripe Silk & Natural Wood Settee by Christian Siriano
Lorette Settee, Stripe Silk & Natural Wood Settee by Christian Siriano

Lorette Settee, Stripe Silk & Natural Wood Settee by Christian Siriano

By Christian Siriano

Located in New York, NY

Made to order silk and wood settee designed by Christian Siriano. Fabric: Black/grey stripe silk (available in custom fabric) Base: Natural Maple (available in custom finish)   Dime...

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2010s American Modern Settees

Materials

Maple, Silk

Kennedy Space Center Nasa Shuttle Seats
Kennedy Space Center Nasa Shuttle Seats

Kennedy Space Center Nasa Shuttle Seats

By Nasa

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Vintage salvaged Nasa seats from the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex shuttle tour bus in Merritt Island FL. These are a rare find with the original...

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Late 20th Century American Settees

Materials

Metal

19th C. French Louis XV Style Mahogany and Needlepoint Tapestry Settee
19th C. French Louis XV Style Mahogany and Needlepoint Tapestry Settee

19th C. French Louis XV Style Mahogany and Needlepoint Tapestry Settee

Located in Germantown, MD

A French Louis XV style Settee features walnut frame with carved foliate, floral and scroll decoration; upholstered in pictorial needlepoint tapestry depicting courting scene in gard...

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Mid-19th Century American Louis XV Antique Settees

Materials

Tapestry, Upholstery, Walnut

Directoire Settee, Antique Beechwood, Handcrafted, Paris, Circa 1796
Directoire Settee, Antique Beechwood, Handcrafted, Paris, Circa 1796

Directoire Settee, Antique Beechwood, Handcrafted, Paris, Circa 1796

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Late 18th Century, an original Directoire settee from France, in good condition. The hand scraped wood frame of the French period canape has the original patina. Hand crafted in Beechwood with a gracious flower décor, rosettes. A continuous Greek Meander...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Settees

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Beech

French Late 18th Century Louis XVI Style Velvet Settee
French Late 18th Century Louis XVI Style Velvet Settee

French Late 18th Century Louis XVI Style Velvet Settee

Located in Louisville, KY

What interesting secrets this settee must possess. Imagine this piece in a bedroom of an historic French chateau in the countryside. Petite, yet bold in character from the design to ...

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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Settees

Materials

Brass

Italian Walnut Carved Settee / Bench with Velvet Seat, circa 1950
Italian Walnut Carved Settee / Bench with Velvet Seat, circa 1950

Italian Walnut Carved Settee / Bench with Velvet Seat, circa 1950

Located in New York, NY

Italian Walnut Carved Settee / Bench with Velvet Seat, circa 1950 An exceptionally rare and elegant Italian mid-century settee or bench defined by its soft, sweeping crescent curvature and architectural openwork backrest. Crafted in warm, rich walnut, the frame showcases three sculptural V-shaped back supports that cradle a floating upholstered bolster rail. Its gently curved bench seat...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Custom Painted Bench by Dos Gallos Studio
Custom Painted Bench by Dos Gallos Studio

Custom Painted Bench by Dos Gallos Studio

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Custom handcrafted Colonial style bench in green painted finish. Can be made in custom sizes and finishes. Made by Dos Gallos Studio in Los Angeles. CUSTOM PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHAN...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Spanish Colonial Settees

Materials

Paint, Wood

Rare Gio Ponti Attributed Sofa by Casa E Giardino, Italy, 1940s
Rare Gio Ponti Attributed Sofa by Casa E Giardino, Italy, 1940s

Rare Gio Ponti Attributed Sofa by Casa E Giardino, Italy, 1940s

By Gio Ponti, Casa e Giardino

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

Rare Gio Ponti attributed sofa for Casa e Giardino, Italy, 1940s. Structurally sound but reupholstery required. We can assist with reupholstery in customers choice of fabric if requi...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Restored Mid-century 3-Strand Round Full Pretzel Rattan Settee Sofa
Restored Mid-century 3-Strand Round Full Pretzel Rattan Settee Sofa

Restored Mid-century 3-Strand Round Full Pretzel Rattan Settee Sofa

By Paul Frankl

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Restored Mid-Century era round full pretzel two-seat settee loveseat with a three-strand round pretzel armrest. It features a sculptural three-strand round pretzel arms and open base...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Louis XVI style settee
Louis XVI style settee

Louis XVI style settee

Located in Houston, TX

This Louis XVI Style settee has an oval back and a graceful shape. The frame is sturdy And it is beautifully gilded. The fabric is new and spotless. The legs are reeded and Tapered...

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Late 19th Century European Louis XVI Antique Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Giltwood

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Painted Settee
French 19th Century Louis XV Style Painted Settee

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Painted Settee

Located in Charleston, SC

French 19th century Louis XV style settee with gracefully shaped crest rail, scrolled cushioned arms, finely carved frieze with centered carved flowers and a serpentine apron raised...

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1850s French Antique Settees

Materials

Linen, Oak, Paint

19th Century Russian Empire Period Neoclassical Salon Suite
19th Century Russian Empire Period Neoclassical Salon Suite

19th Century Russian Empire Period Neoclassical Salon Suite

Located in Forney, TX

A rare and most impressive five-piece Russian neoclassical partial gilt carved wood upholstered salon suite. Born in the 19th century, during the ...

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19th Century Neoclassical Antique Settees

Materials

Silk, Mahogany, Giltwood

French Louis XVI painted wood and cane settee, canape, banquette
French Louis XVI painted wood and cane settee, canape, banquette

French Louis XVI painted wood and cane settee, canape, banquette

Located in London, GB

A very elegant Louis XVI painted wood and cane settee, canape, banquette. Will have been re-caned at some point and possibly repainted or refinished. Minor damage, please view photos...

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Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Settees

Materials

Cane, Wood

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Sofa
Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Sofa

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Brocade Sofa

Located in Puglia, Puglia

French sofa from the 19th century, Napoleon III period. The sofa has been restored and the upholstery replaced with a beautiful Italian Brocade. France...

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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Settees

Materials

Brocade, Beech

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa M#261 with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa M#261 with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa M#261 with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery

Classic mid-century modern sofa designed by Edward Wormley from his 1958 Dunbar - Conversation Pieces Collection, this sofa model #261 still has its original Jack Lenor Larsen colorf...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Brass

New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Ralph Lauren Barlett Zebra Fabric
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Ralph Lauren Barlett Zebra Fabric

New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Ralph Lauren Barlett Zebra Fabric

Located in Miami, FL

New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Beautiful and soft cushion made with Ralph Lauren Zebra Fabric.

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Neoclassical Settees

Materials

Iron

Antique French Walnut Double Caned & Hand Carved
Antique French Walnut Double Caned & Hand Carved

Antique French Walnut Double Caned & Hand Carved

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous French Art Noveau walnut with double caning, front and back, hand carved settee. Sweeping lines with cabriolet legs, all hand carved stained and lacquered. In excellent anti...

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1880s French Art Nouveau Antique Settees

Materials

Cane, Walnut, Lacquer

Cinderella Bourne Round Burnt Orange Velvet Settee by BJÖRK STUDIO
Cinderella Bourne Round Burnt Orange Velvet Settee by BJÖRK STUDIO

Cinderella Bourne Round Burnt Orange Velvet Settee by BJÖRK STUDIO

Located in Atlanta, GA

Ready for immediate delivery! Original BJÖRK STUDIO-designed channeled circular round “Cinderella Bourne” settee with recessed block legs in a dark espresso finish. Very comfortable...

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21st Century and Contemporary Settees

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood

Mid-Century Italian Post Modern Sculptural Chaise Lounge in Art Deco Form
Mid-Century Italian Post Modern Sculptural Chaise Lounge in Art Deco Form

Mid-Century Italian Post Modern Sculptural Chaise Lounge in Art Deco Form

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An incredibly designed chaise lounge from Italy circa 1990's. It features quality construction with a stacked art deco form.

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Settees

Materials

Fabric

Antique Classical Continental Carved Mahogany Upholstered Settee, C1920
Antique Classical Continental Carved Mahogany Upholstered Settee, C1920

Antique Classical Continental Carved Mahogany Upholstered Settee, C1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Classical Continental Carved Mahogany Upholstered Settee, C1920 Measures- 35.5'' H x 60'' W x 26'' D; SH: 19.5'' A Continental mahogany settee from circa 1920, featuring eleg...

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Early 20th Century European Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Vintage, New and Antique Settees

Vintage, new and antique settees are a smart and stylish choice for adding more seating to a room.

Settees first appeared in 17th-century Europe. A very famous settee, known as the Knole settee, was actually used by a monarch in South East England to receive visitors. This seating furniture was often part of a set that included matching chairs. While settees were popular in parlors, you could also find similar seating, such as daybeds and chaises longues (both of which derive from the settee, as does the chesterfield), where you might relax with guests in your home.

Today, a settee is still furniture that invites socializing. They’re common in living rooms and other shared areas because they allow you to cozy up to someone and have a conversation with them.

Settees are typically small seats that can fit two or more people, but they aren’t as wide as couches or sofas. A settee is more intimate and offers more sitting room than an armchair. Settees often have a backrest for optimal support and are frequently upholstered.

Are you looking to add more seating to an entertainment room but working with limited space? We promise that your vintage settee will look great next to your coffee table in your main seating area. You can also add a settee to your mudroom so that guests have a comfortable spot to sit down and take off their shoes. If you have a small space in your home that you’re still figuring out how to use, add a settee to turn it into a comfortable reading nook. They work in bedrooms too; a tufted settee designed by Danish modernist Finn Juhl makes perfect sense at the foot of your bed.

Most settees come with an upholstered seat, but you can find variations that aren’t upholstered. There are antique wood settees and benches that will look right at home in a rustic decor.

The backrest is an important consideration when choosing a settee. You can find pieces with low seat backs that look discreet and don’t provide a lot of support. If you want more support, we recommend choosing a settee with a high back.

A settee with a high back can become a statement piece, especially if you choose an item with a unique upholstery print or decorative frame.<a href=https://www.1stdibs.com/furniture/seating/settees/style/victorian/ target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Victorian settees are ideal for introducing an air of sophistication to your living room. These pieces often feature frames of walnut or mahogany, a seat upholstered in chintz fabric (Victorians appreciated that the glazed finish made it easy to wipe clean) and sculptural hand-carved cabriole legs.

If you want something that feels more contemporary or will work better with your mid-century modern side tables and lounge chair, consider Space Age settees or mid-century modern versions. In your main seating area, tie the elements together with a large rug. (Find more tips on how to arrange furniture here.)

On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage, new and antique settees from different eras to match any furniture style.