Small Sofa Settee
Early 20th Century Egyptian Revival Settees
Velvet
Vintage 1950s Sofas
Bouclé
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1980s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Faux Leather
20th Century North American Victorian Settees
Wicker, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Settees
Cane, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Settees
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century American Neoclassical Settees
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Settees
Rattan
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Settees
Fabric, Wood, Paint
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Late Victorian Settees
Upholstery, Beech, Walnut
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Settees
Walnut
Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Settees
Wood, Paint
Late 20th Century Philippine Modern Settees
Leather, Chenille, Rattan
Late 20th Century American Modern Settees
Leather
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Velvet, Walnut, Upholstery, Fabric
Early 20th Century Swedish Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Settees
Linen, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Sofas
Birch
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees
Metal, Brass, Iron
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Rattan
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Rattan
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Beech
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sofas
Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Wood, Rattan
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown French Provincial Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Aluminum, Steel
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Settees
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Settees
Pine
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Settees
Velvet, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
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Small Sofa Settee For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- What is a small sofa called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A small sofa is generally referred to as a settee. 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. Find antique and vintage settees on 1stDibs.
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