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Danish Rosewood Armchair with Blue Textile
Located in Belmont, MA
Danish Rosewood and blue fabric armchair. Matching settee and sofa also available.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Textile, Rosewood

2 Seat Sofa Settee by Charles and Ray Eames, Teak and Black Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Kansas City, MO
Eames two seat sofa loveseat / love seat for Herman Miller. Early production. Black Leather and
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Corner Sofa/Settee, Italy, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
A striking piece and a versatile scale. It has a big look but doesn't have a large footprint.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Retro Corner Sofa/Settee, Italy, 1950s
Corner Sofa/Settee, Italy, 1950s
H 33 in W 80 in D 26 in
Wicker Works Link Newly Upholstered Sofa Settee
By Wicker Works
Located in Miami, FL
Wicker Works Link newly upholstered sofa settee Offered for sale is a Wicker Works two-seater sofa
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Late 20th Century North American Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wicker

Pair of 1970s Trix & Robert Haussmann for Knoll Black Leather Mirror Sofa Settee
By Robert and Trix Haussmann, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of 1970s Trix & Robert Haussmann for Knoll 2-seat sofa settee. This pair is made in black
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Mirror, Leather

Italian Re-upholstered Midcentury Settee or Sofa
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Elegant Italian sofa, produced in the 60s with the typical square metal legs. The sofa has been
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Metal

Retro Italian Re-upholstered Midcentury Settee or Sofa
Italian Re-upholstered Midcentury Settee or Sofa
H 34.65 in W 75.99 in D 33.86 in
1970s Ekornes Curved Leather Wood Sofa Settee and Barrel Chair Set
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The extremely rare collection is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality! Just look at the gorgeous design and curves on this beauty! Just stu...
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Leather, Wood

1950s French Style Carved and Painted Settee or Sofa in Blue Linen
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely 1950s French style carved and painted settee or sofa. The scale is wonderful and
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1970s Leather and Zebra Hide Scupltural Sofa Settee
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, sofa sette you could hope to find
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Leather, Zebra Hide, Wood

Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Chrome Base Settee Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman style mid century chrome base settee sofa The sofa measures: 60 wide x 34.5 deep x
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Chrome

Presidents Stick Reed Rattan "Nantucket" 2-Seat Settee Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Like New custom-made two-seat stick rattan "Nantucket" Sofa featuring wicker wrappings with holders
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1990s American Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Italian Designer, Sofa or Settee, Fabric, Brass, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A fabric and brass sofa, designed and produced in Italy, 1950s.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Brass

Louis XV Mahogany Carved Settee, Canape / Sofa, Floral Silk Upholstery
Located in Stamford, CT
Small Louis XV Mahogany Carved Settee / Sofa, Floral Silk Upholstery A simply stunning Louis XV
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Wood

Paul McCobb Curvaceous Wing Back Settee or Sofa Refinished Reupholstered
By Paul McCobb
Located in Atlanta, GA
Curvaceous Wing back settee or sofa, designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, American, circa 1950s
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Restored Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sofa Settee by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in North York, ON
Restored vintage Mid-Century Modern sofa settee by Adrian Pearsall. Iconic Mid-Century design, 1970
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Italian 1950's Scalloped Shaped Channeled Velvet Settee or Sofa
Located in New York, NY
A decadently designed Italian 1950's settee with a scalloped or petal shaped form and luxuriously
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Brass

Restored Vintage Paul Laszlo Rattan Three Strand Sectional Settee Sofa
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored original 1948 Paul Laszlo three-strand sectional settee featuring three-strand staple
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1950s American Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Mid Century Modern Parsons Settee, Sofa or Bench, circa 1970s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A classic and transitional Parsons bench circa 1960s. It retains the original upholstery and needs to be redone.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Italian Mid-Century Settee - Sofà Carlo Mollino Style in Teal Green
Located in Houston, TX
Explore the elegance of this Italian mid-century style settee. Upholstered in a Teal/Green/Blue
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Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Italian Mohair Settee Sofa, Brown, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful mohair upholstered curved sofa with wooden legs. Perfect shape and size. In excellent
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Mohair, Wood

McGuire Late 20th Modern Rattan Woven Rawhide Green Chenille Cushion Sofa Settee
By McGuire
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage modern rattan & woven rawhide sofa or settee with loose green chenille cushions
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Late 20th Century Philippine Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Leather, Chenille, Rattan

Late 20th Century Modern Circular Banquet Sofa Settee Custom Made Brown Leather
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage Modern round or circular banquet sofa or settee custom made with brown smooth
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Late 20th Century American Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Leather

Vintage French Louis XV Victorian Style Small Cane Cream Settee Loveseat Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Louis XV Victorian Style Small Cane Cream Settee Loveseat Sofa. Item features a cane
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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Retro Settees And Sofas

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Cane, Wood

Fantastic Curved Woven Wicker Sofa/Settee
Located in East Hampton, NY
This wonderful piece is in fantastic condition, with a deep and wide seating space. Seat cushion included (as shown) but can be reupholstered if desired. Note: Interior dimension...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Wicker

Vintage French Louis XVI Style Gold Leaf 6-Leg Settee Loveseat Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Louis XVI style gold leaf 6 leg settee loveseat sofa. Item features distressed gold
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Late 20th Century Louis XVI Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

20th Century American Two Seater Sofa - Walnut Settee by Jens Risom Design
By Jens Risom
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A small, vintage Mid-Century Modern American two seater sofa or settee with four pillows, designed
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut

Rare Three Seat Sofa by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in New York, NY
In very fine original condition, the whole is wrapped in braided raffia over an oak frame. - Seat H. 17.32" - Matching Pair of Arm Chairs Available The French Modernist Designer-duo...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Raffia

"Amphibious" Settee Sofa, Steve Chase, 1980's
By Steve Chase
Located in Culver City, CA
Designed by Steve Chase in the 1980's this modern sofa was called the "Amphibious" sofa. With its
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1980s Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Chenille

Water Gilt French Settee, Sofa or Loveseat, One of a Compatible Pair, 1930s
Located in Stamford, CT
1930s French gilt wood upholstered settee, canape or sofa in black and white polished cotton. One
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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Giltwood

Leather and Stainless Steel Sofa or Settee by Brueton 20th Century
By Stanley Jay Friedman, Brueton
Located in Hamburg, PA
A love seat designed by Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton. This leather sofa would look great in any
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1980s American Post-Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Stainless Steel

Marcel sofa settee by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina reupholstered in hair on hide
By Kazuhide Takahama, Gavina
Located in London, GB
With is its minimalist form, the Marcel sofa is a design classic, featuring exposed aluminium
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Settees And Sofas

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Aluminum

1920s French Settee, Sofa or Canape One of Two in Gilt Wood Polished Cotton
Located in Stamford, CT
1920s French gilt wood upholstered settee, canape or sofa in black and white polished cotton. One
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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Giltwood

Pair Mid-Century Modern Two Seat Sofa Settees By Max Stout Mohair w Iron Frames
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous styling from the 1950s, pair of wingback Settees with mohair upholstery. Beautiful iron
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Iron

Maralunga Leather Sofa - Settee by Vico Magisretti for Casina
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Maralunga leather sofa - settee by Vico Magisretti for Casina is essential Italian style and design
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Leather

Williamsburg Chippendale Style Toile Camelback Settee Sofa by Stickley
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in Sheridan, CO
Stickley Furniture, Chippendale / Rococo Style upholstered camelback sofa by Stickley Furniture
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Late 20th Century American American Colonial Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Textile, Wood

SOLD 08/31/23 Ransom Culler for Thayer Coggin Midcentury Tete a Tete Settee Sofa
By Ransom Culler, Thayer Coggin
Located in Countryside, IL
Ransom Culler for Thayer Coggin midcentury Tete-a-Tete Settee sofa. This sofa measures: 66 wide x
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Le Bambole Settee / 2-Seat Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Italy, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Berlin, DE
'Le Bambole' 2-seat sofa, designed in 1970s by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Leather

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Even Arm Sofa or Settees
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
on. Can be used as shown or as settees opposing one another or even as a corner sofa with a table in
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Brass

French Settee Sofa Louis XV by Meyer Gunther Martini
By Meyer Gunther Martini
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Style settee sofa by Meyer Gunther Martini With 100% heavy cotton chevron patterned upholstery and all
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1980s Louis XV Retro Settees And Sofas

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Cotton, Walnut

Bruce Hannah and Andrew Morrison for Knoll Sling Settee Sofa Design, 1970s
By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Iconic Knoll sling bench designed by Hannah Morrison, black coated aluminum frame with grey wool upholstery. Some small marks on the frame but in otherwise great condition for its a...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

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Aluminum, Steel

Restored Paul Laszlo Rattan Four Strand Sectional Settee Sofa
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored original 1948 Paul Laszlo four-strand sectional settee featuring four-strand staple-shaped
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Rare Early Eero Saarinen Womb Sofa / Settee, Knoll, USA, 1950s
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in London, GB
A very rare early production Eero Saarinen womb settee, made by Knoll, USA, 1950s. Fibreglass
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Steel

Art "Hawaii" Rattan Fan Arm Two-Seat Sectional Settee Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Harveys Collection features the famous Art Deco fan arm 2-seater sectional settee featuring mostly
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1950s American Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Rattan

Ry-Wing Leather Lounge Sofa/Chairs by Elsa & Nordahl Solheim for Rybo Rykken
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
Located in Sittingbourne, GB
Timeless Elegance: Ry-Wing Leather Lounge Sofa/Chairs by Elsa & Nordahl Solheim for Rybo Rykken
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Danish Sofa in Cherry and Orange Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, fabric, cherry, Denmark, 1950s. This elegant, curved settee features a waved, butterfly back
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

Danish Sofa in Cherry and Orange Upholstery
Danish Sofa in Cherry and Orange Upholstery
H 29.93 in W 52.76 in D 26.78 in
Mid-Century Modern Curved Sofa / Settee, Adrian Pearsall Style, Three-Seater
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Curved Sofa / Settee, Adrian Pearsall Style, Three-Seater Curvaceous three
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Oak Settee by Guillerme and Chambron , 1960's
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Miami, FL
Oak settee by Guillerme and Chambron for Votre Maison, 1960s The model “Denis” boasts a stunning
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Oak

20th Century Swedish OH Sjögren Beechwood Samsas, Sofa - Settee by Carl Malmsten
By O.H. Sjögren, Carl Malmsten, AB Stilarmatur Tranås
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A small, vintage Mid-Century modern Swedish three-seater " Samsas ", sofa with two pillows
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Beech

1970’s Leather Settee
By Percival Lafer
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1970’s Leather Settee. Bentwood arms with brass details. Button Cushions. Soft light Butterscotch
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Leather

1970’s Leather Settee
1970’s Leather Settee
H 26 in W 65 in D 35 in
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Moss Green High Wing Back Sofa or Settee
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, modern and intimate Scandinavian Danish love seat, settee, sofa or couch in the Mid
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Late 20th Century Scandinavian Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

20th Century White American Four Seater Sofa - Vintage Settee by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern American four seater sofa with four pillows, designed by Vladimir
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood

Ejner Larsen & Axel Bender Madsen Settee for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A generous, two-seat sofa designed by Ejner Larsen & Axel Bender Madsen for Fritz Hansen c.1950s
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Wool, Upholstery, Beech

1980s Marcel Breuer for Tecta Gray Suede F40 Settee / Sofa Made in Germany
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an exceptional and very rare F40 settee / sofa, designed by Marcel Breuer and
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1980s German Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Suede, Foam

2 Seats Sofa /Settee in the Style of Paolo Buffa, Italy, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in London, GB
Beautiful and original vintage sofa designed in the 1950s and attributed to the craftsmanship of
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Red Leather Settees by Fabricius and Kastholm
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of BO561 sofas in original red leather designed by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm, 1962.
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1960s Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Leather

Malibu Sofa Italian Vintage 1970s Wicker Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Malibu Italian wicker vintage sofa from the 1970s. Beautiful modern wicker design with
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1970s Italian Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wicker

Settee by Illum Wikkelso
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in San Francisco, CA
A two-seater sofa with tapered rosewood legs and 2 seat cushions. Upholstered with red leather
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1950s Danish Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Settee by Illum Wikkelso
Settee by Illum Wikkelso
H 25 in W 55.5 in D 27 in
Modernist Settee, circa 1990
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A custom made curved sofa. Solid frame and legs. Upholstered in fine leather and fabric from
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1990s Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Leather

Modernist Settee, circa 1990
Modernist Settee, circa 1990
H 33.5 in W 51.75 in D 38 in
Settee, Sofa, Pair of 6-Seat, Custom Made, Terence Conran, Sutton Place
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
This massive pair of 6-seat sofas were commissioned as part of Stanley J Seeger’s remodeling and
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1980s British Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Cord

Danish Modern Settee-Sofa in Cognac Tanned Leather, Model 55 by Kurt Østervig
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kurt Ostervig designed tanned leather two-seated sofa or Settee with tapered oak legs. It features
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Settees And Sofas

Materials

Leather, Oak

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Retro Settees And Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of retro settees and sofas available for sale. The range of distinct retro settees and sofas — often made from wood, animal skin and leather — can elevate any home. Retro settees and sofas have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco retro settees and sofas are consistently popular styles. Knoll, 't Spectrum Bergeijk and Artifort each produced beautiful retro settees and sofas that are worth considering.

How Much are Retro Settees And Sofas?

Prices for retro settees and sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, retro settees and sofas begin at $695 and can go as high as $40,052, while the average can fetch as much as $5,600.

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 Retro Settees And Sofas
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The difference between a sofa and a settee is largely a matter of personal opinion. Technically, the two words refer to the same thing. However, settee is no longer a commonly used term. As a result, some people call antique couches “settees,” and newer examples of the furniture “sofas.” On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique and vintage sofas and settees.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    The difference between a sofa and a settee is the length. Both a sofa and a settee seat three or more people, but a sofa is generally longer.