Biedermeier Settee, Germany, circa 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier settee veneered in mahogany and accented with fine string inlay along the frame. The multi-curved backrest is decorated with inlaid foliate scroll motifs. The armrests re...
Fabric, Mahogany
Early 19th Century Italian Walnut Settee From Lucca
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 19th Century Italian Walnut Settee From Lucca
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Gray Painted Backless Pine Bench Settee
Located in Round Top, TX
19th century Swedish Gustavian bench crafted in pine. This backless settee features graceful arms that curve slightly outward and is raised on saber feet. The carved side arms includ...
Muslin, Pine, Paint
$1,859
Three Seat French Settee
Located in London, England
Three seat French settee on cabriole legs with original paint finish. Ready for a choice of upholstery. Circa 1930.
Fabric, Beech
French Bobbin Turned Settee
Located in London, England
French settee with bobbin turned rails in original faux rosewood paint finish (new casters). Circa 1880.
Pine
$3,656
Chesterfield Settee
Located in London, England
Scroll arm Chesterfield settee on ring turned walnut feet. Circa 1880
Beech, Walnut
18th c. Italian Settee with Damask Cushion
Located in Greenwich, CT
Painted and gilt settee with flared slatted sides and back on turned and carved front and back legs with gilt carving to apron and corner brackets, the seat with base upholstered and...
Wood
Ib Kofod-Larsen "Elizabeth" Settee, Leather, Rosewood, Denmark, 1950s
By Christensen & Larsen, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in High Point, NC
A black leather and rosewood settee, designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and produced by Christensen & Larsen, Denmark, 1950s. Seat Height (inches): 14.63" Arm Height (inches): 22.5" All ...
Leather, Rosewood
$1,477
Two Seat Chesterfield
Located in London, England
Two seat Chesterfield settee on turned walnut feet and original casters. Circa 1900.
Beech, Walnut
Vintage Paradigm Cane Settee
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This elegant vintage settee by Paradigm embodies the romantic allure of Louis XV design, offering a sophisticated silhouette for the refined home. Featuring a beautifully contoured f...
Other
Classic Hannah Morrison Knoll Bench, 1970s
By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic off-white and original orange upholstery bench by Hannah Morrison for Knoll, circa 1970s. The three-seat is 81" long.
Steel
Ben Seibel Mid Century Walnut Gala Settee Sofa
By Ben Seibel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Ben Seibel Mid Century Walnut Gala Settee Sofa This settee measures: 62 wide x 31 deep x 34 inches high, with a seat height of 19.5 and arm height of 23 inches We take our photos i...
Upholstery, Walnut
$1,253
Nordic style sofa 60'
Located in Torino, IT
Nordic sofa 60' Refined two-seater sofa. Nordic style produced in about the 1960s. The sofa has been completely restored. The fabric was replaced with a pink buclé fabric. The s...
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-century LOveseat by Charlotte Chair Company
By Charlotte Chair Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage modern sofa features pink vinyl upholstery and a base with wood trim. A sleek and comfortable design that makes a statement in any seating arrangement. Please ...
Faux Leather, Wood
$8,724Sale Price|20% Off
Daybed Sofa Bed mod 711 design 70s Tito Agnoli Cinova new leather
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Milano, Lombardia
An icon of 1970s Italian design, this model 711 sofa from Cinova is completely reupholstered in a smooth Chianti red leather. Low, horizontal lines with that typical lounge allure t...
Leather
Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Spindle Bench or Settee
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts style spindle bench, settee, or love seat By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, 1994 Solid quarter sawn oak frame, with original William Morris or Fra...
Upholstery, Oak
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...
Walnut, Straw
Christian Liaigre Bouddha Sofa in Light Yellow Mohair, Modern Design
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We are pleased to present this sensational Liaigre petite sofa. It's an oversized chair but can seat two people comfortably. Retail price for this sofa is around $20,000. Upholste...
Mohair
19th Century English Queen Anne Walnut Settee
Located in Dallas, TX
The 19th Century English Queen Anne Walnut Settee is a beautifully crafted antique piece of furniture that exudes charm and elegance. A handsome piece with new upholstery in white c...
Upholstery, Walnut
1940s sofa in wood and bouclé fabric, Italian manufacture
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
A 1940s two-seater sofa with an elegant and understated design but with a mid-century modern twist. The structure is compact and slightly backward sloping, with curved lines giving ...
Bouclé, Beech, Bentwood
De Sede DS-42 2-Seater Sofa in Natural Bullhide, Switzerland 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Dronten, NL
An icon of brutalist luxury from the Swiss masters of leather. In the 1970s, the Swiss brand De Sede elevated furniture-making to an art form by refusing to compromise on material o...
Leather, Beech
Vintage Style Hand Dyed Cigar Brown Leather Sofa Lovely Style and Design
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale hand dyed aged brown leather sofa A good looking well made and decorative sofa, the lines to the sides especially the arms are very nice We h...
Leather
French BaroqueStyle settee in gilt gold and silver finish, hand carved
Located in Houston, TX
This piece is unique because the design is very special due to the fine carving And the combination of gold and silver finishes incorporated. The piece is not Only beautiful but fun...
Giltwood
19th Century German Biedermeier Settee
Located in Dallas, TX
This 19th Century large scale German Biedermeier settee is a unique and elegant piece of furniture that exudes charm and historical authenticity. With its intricate craftsmanship and...
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage Anglo Indian Cane Settee
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional vintage Anglo-Indian settee is a masterful blend of British Colonial structure and tropical artisanal detail. Hand-crafted from solid hardwood, the piece features in...
Rattan
French 19th Century Massive Directoire Settee
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This massive French Directoire 19th century fruitwood bench/settee is upholstered in a regal striped fabric of saffron gold & salmon pink. While the large scale might be generous...
Metal
Louis XVI Style, Canape or Settee, Tapestry, Walnut, France, 20th c.
Located in Stamford, CT
Louis XVI Style, Canape or Settee, Tapestry, Walnut, France, 20th c. A walnut salon settee from 20th century France in the Louis XVI style. A canape en corbeille settee having figur...
Tapestry, Walnut
Pair of Patent Leather and Walnut Settees by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Montreal, QC
Pair of patent leather and bleached walnut settees by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings model no.1679
Walnut
Danish 1940's Loveseat with Open Wooden Armrest and Green Striped Wool
By Alfred Christensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very charming loveseat from the 1940's in the style of Alfred Christensen. Maker and Designer is unknown but the style is very similar to designs by Fritz Hansen and Alfred Christens...
Wool, Beech
Mid-20th Century Coastal Brighton Pavilion Bamboo and Cane Settee Sofa
By Brunschwig & Fils, Brighton Pavilion 1
Located in Southampton, NJ
Fabulous burnt bamboo British Colonial style Brighton Pavilion settee with new custom seat & down filled back cushion in delightful Brunschwig & Fils Upholstery. The settee features ...
Upholstery, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Finnish Modern, Settee or Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Finland, 1940s
By Carl-Johan Boman
Located in Stamford, CT
Carl-Johan Boman Style, Finnish Mid-Century Modern, Settee or Sofa, Fabric, Wood, Finland, 1940s A modernist shell form settee drawing strong similarities to works by Carl-Johan Bom...
Fabric, Wood
19th Century Carved Walnut Settee
Located in Cheshire, GB
An elegant mid-19th century Victorian carved walnut sofa of generous proportions, raised on finely shaped cabriole legs terminating in ceramic castors. The serpentine frame is richly...
Walnut
Mid-century three-seat sofa produced in Italy during the 1970s.
Located in Praha, CZ
he sofa is upholstered in cognac leather and features deep tufted cushions, generous padding and sculptural armrests that create an exceptionally comfortable seating experience. Its ...
Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Sculpted Italian Loveseat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern settee features tapered walnut legs and decorative floral upholstery. The unique winged backrest and armrests are sure to make this piece stand out in an...
Upholstery, Walnut
$1,496Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Asian Rosewood Carved Foo Dogs Settee
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on "Read More" or "View More Details" below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing is from 1st Dibs and they normally s...
Rosewood
$2,996Sale Price / set|25% Off
Antique Asian Rosewood Carved Foo Dogs Living Room Suite 3 Piece Settee 2 Chairs
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on "Read More" or "View More Details" below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing is from 1st Dibs and they normally s...
Rosewood
Mario Bellini "Bambole" Settee
By Mario Bellini
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Le Bambole settee by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia Italy, 1970's Beautiful greyish black leather with perfectly worm vintage patina
Leather
$2,607Sale Price|25% Off
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...
Wool, Pine
French Louis XV Cane Settee with Fitted Removable Cushions
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A French Louis XV style sofa, or canapé, dating to the late 19th century. It features original hand-woven cane seat and back in excellent condition, fitted removable cushions, a shap...
Oak
Very Rare Sofa, Attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy, 1950s/60s
By Studio BBPR, Augusto Romano
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Very Rare Sofa, Attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy, 1950s/60s. Requires reupholstery. We can upholster in COM - please enquire. Fast shipping worldwide.
Brass
American Designer, Settee, Bamboo, Rattan, Iron, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo, rattan and black-lacquered iron settee or bench designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.75"H x 41.25"...
Iron
$2,995 / item
A Rudin Gray Upholstered Loveseat
By A. Rudin
Located in Franklin Park, IL
A Rudin Gray Upholstered Loveseat This loveseat measures: 63 wide x 38 deep x 33 inches high, with a seat height of 19 and arm height of 27 inches This piece is in Very Good Vintag...
Upholstery
Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Settee with Damask Upholstery
Located in Cheshire, GB
An elegant antique Louis XV style walnut settee, displaying the graceful curves and refined carving associated with the French Rococo tradition. The shaped crest rail rises gently at...
Walnut
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Chrome Settee Loveseat Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Chrome Settee Loveseat Sofa This settee measures: 61 wide x 37.25 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 25 inches Good V...
Chrome
Pair of Art Nouveau Armchairs No. 717 by Gustav Siegel for J.J. Kohn, 1899
By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Gustav Siegel
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a pair of stunning, rare Model No. 717 designed by Gustav Siegel in 1899 and produced by the renowned Viennese furniture manufacturer Jacob & Josef Kohn...
Brass
$3,201Sale Price|20% Off
Biedermeier Settle Sofa Quilted Golden Birch Swedish, 19th Century Couch Settle
Located in Lewes, England
Beautiful and very unusual 19th century Swedish antique Biedermeier settle sofa in top grade quilted golden birch in a deep French polish finish with lovely carved detail. It has de...
Mahogany
Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Loveseat Sofa Settee
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Loveseat Sofa Settee
Faux Bamboo
Børge Mogensen Model 2223 Three-Seat Sofa, Wool, Denmark, 1963
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful three-seat sofa model no. 2223, designed by Børge Mogensen in 1963 and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, in original mustard green wool with white/beige stripes o...
Wool, Wood
Mid-20th Century Modern Jean Michel-Frank Design Oak Settee by Comte, Argentina
By Comte S.A., Jean-Michel Frank
Located in North Miami, FL
1940s Mid-Century Modern two-seat oak settee by Comte and design attributed to Jean-Michel Frank, Argentina By: Jean-Michel Frank, Comte S.A. Material: oak, wood, fabric, metal Tech...
Metal
Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Spindle Benches or Settees, Pair
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mission or Arts & Crafts style spindle benches, settees, or love seats By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, 1994 Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with original William ...
Upholstery, Oak
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...
Wool, Mahogany
French 19th century Louis XV st. patinated Wood winged settee
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most attractive French 19th century Louis XV st. patinated Wood winged settee. This wonderful settee is raised by four handsome and finely carved cabriole legs. Each leg has a scro...
Wood, Paint
Antique Anglo Indian Caned and Carved Settee
Located in Palm Beach, FL
British colonial 19th century Anglo Indian settee handcrafted in teak in an elegant Empire form featuring caned sides, back and seat, carved seashell and floral motifs, stylized turn...
Brass
Vintage French Louis XV Victorian Style Small Cream Painted Settee Loveseat Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage French Louis XV Victorian Style Small Cream Painted Settee Loveseat Sofa. Ite...
Cane, Wood
$3,201Sale Price|20% Off
Biedermeier Sofa Couch Empire Settle Swedish 19th Century 3-4 Seat Loveseat
Located in Lewes, England
Antique Swedish Biedermeier Empire sofa in top grade quilted figured veneers in a rich deep French polish finish. Lovely curved legs, arms and back with a fully sprung seat and web...
Birch
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sofa M#261 with Original Jack Lenor Larsen Upholstery
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in St. Louis, MO
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...
Brass
Scandinavian Folke Ohlsson Teak Settee in Jack Lenor Larsen "Caravan" Velvet
By Folke Ohlsson, Fritz Hansen, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Modern settee by Swedish designer, Folke Ohlsson for Fritz Hansen upholstered in Jack Lenor Larsen "Caravan" cotton velvet fabric (ca. 1960s, Denmark). Delightful, dimi...
Upholstery, Teak
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.)
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