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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Loveseat Settee
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Loveseat Settee

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Loveseat Settee

Located in Pasadena, TX

Newly upholstered in off-white/light grey vinyl with an accentuated white piping and detachable cushion.    

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Settees

Materials

Fabric

1960s Spanish Minimalist Settees
1960s Spanish Minimalist Settees

1960s Spanish Minimalist Settees

Located in Aartselaar, BE

Settee, sofa, bench, Spain, oak, wood, 1960s, minimalism, wabi-sabi Spanish rustic charm meets minimalist design with these sofas. Enhance your living space with the perfect combina...

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1960s Spanish Rustic Vintage Settees

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Oak

Swedish Gustavian Grey Painted Settee with Shell and Foliate Carving
Swedish Gustavian Grey Painted Settee with Shell and Foliate Carving

Swedish Gustavian Grey Painted Settee with Shell and Foliate Carving

Located in Essex, MA

19th century Swedish Gustavian grey painted settee with shell and foliate carving with turned stretcher bottom and gently curved legs. Newly upholstered in grey and white gingham sea...

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Early 1900s Swedish Antique Settees

Materials

Wood

Marco Zanuso Triennale Sofa for Arflex 1951 Red Velvet
Marco Zanuso Triennale Sofa for Arflex 1951 Red Velvet

Marco Zanuso Triennale Sofa for Arflex 1951 Red Velvet

By Marco Zanuso

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Red velvet two two-seater sofa by Marco Zanuso for Arflex Triennale 1951.

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Brass

Hand-Crafted St. Germain Settee by Foley & Cox, Modern Oak & Linen
Hand-Crafted St. Germain Settee by Foley & Cox, Modern Oak & Linen

Hand-Crafted St. Germain Settee by Foley & Cox, Modern Oak & Linen

By Foley & Cox

Located in New York, NY

French style settee interpreted from a classic Jean-Michel Frank design. Tight back and sides on interior with loose seat cushion shown in light cerused oak and natural linen. Custom...

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2010s American Modern Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Very Rare Swiss or German Late Gothic early 16th century "Flachschnitz" Bench
Very Rare Swiss or German Late Gothic early 16th century "Flachschnitz" Bench

Very Rare Swiss or German Late Gothic early 16th century "Flachschnitz" Bench

Located in Troy, NY

Very Rare Swiss or German Late Gothic early 16th century "Flachschnitz" Bench. Unique, decorative, charming bench, front and back panels with intricate and whimsical “Flachschnitz” d...

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16th Century Swiss Gothic Antique Settees

Materials

Pine

19th Century English Hand-Painted Sheraton Style Caned Seat Settee
19th Century English Hand-Painted Sheraton Style Caned Seat Settee

19th Century English Hand-Painted Sheraton Style Caned Seat Settee

Located in Mt Kisco, NY

A three-seat settee, painted in delicate leaf and vine decoration. The back and arms with formed C-scrolls centered with oval painted plaques. The plaques depict cherubs playing musi...

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Early 19th Century English Sheraton Antique Settees

Materials

Cane, Wood

Antique Edwardian Settee
Antique Edwardian Settee

Antique Edwardian Settee

Located in London, GB

A stunning antique Edwardian settee. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1900-1910 period. The quality is outstanding, with lovely proportions and a beautiful design....

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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Settees

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Antique SIGNED CHARLESS LIMBERT EARLY  Settee, -Stickley era W5010  20% SALE
Antique SIGNED CHARLESS LIMBERT EARLY  Settee, -Stickley era W5010  20% SALE

Antique SIGNED CHARLESS LIMBERT EARLY Settee, -Stickley era W5010 20% SALE

By Charles Limbert

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

This is an early SIGNED Charles Limbert Settee from the early 1900s. Marked with a partial Charles Limbert paper label. Very nice design with EXCELLENT original finish. This is one of the nicest designs Limbert made! This has been made in the early period of C LIMBERT with the original Limbert seat which is very important. This settee is with very long corbel on the front left and right sides. The leather upholstery made may be mad ten yrs ago and its in great shape. In the past we used to sell this LIMBERT model for much higher price. EXTRA OFF We see lots of incorrect information on line and in this site too. PLEASAE NOTE; We deal with ONLY good PERIOD arts and crafts furniture and items( cir 1900s), we do not offer new so called STICKLEY AUD. In the 1970s a man contacted LEO STICKLEY Widow and purchased the BRAND NAME L&jG Stickley from her and by low they can marked their furniture STICKLEY AU but these furniture made with NO THRU TENON CONSTRUCTION they just ad two pcs of wood on each side to fool the buyers., they made furniture IN GUSTAV STICKLEY DESIG. We had in our listing on 1sr Dibs and very special Gustav Stickley 8 legs sideboard...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Settees

Materials

Leather, Oak

RESTORED WILLIAM IV CIRCA 1830 CHESTERFiELD REGENCY BLUE LEATHER HUMP BACK SOFA
RESTORED WILLIAM IV CIRCA 1830 CHESTERFiELD REGENCY BLUE LEATHER HUMP BACK SOFA

RESTORED WILLIAM IV CIRCA 1830 CHESTERFiELD REGENCY BLUE LEATHER HUMP BACK SOFA

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, fully restored Regency Blue, William IV hump back sofa with burr elm turned legs Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price A truly stunning antique, these sofas were staples of every sophisticated English gentleman’s library in the Georgian to Victorian era around 1780-1860, this is a very fine William IV example circa 1830 and is quite rare as it has burr elm legs which I’ve not seen before The sofa was fully restored 3-4 years ago, it had all new Regency...

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1830s English William IV Antique Settees

Materials

Leather, Elm

20thC English Metamorphic "Settee Table" By R. Hamp & Co, Northampton c.1930
20thC English Metamorphic "Settee Table" By R. Hamp & Co, Northampton c.1930

20thC English Metamorphic "Settee Table" By R. Hamp & Co, Northampton c.1930

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A piece for the true collector: a versatile metamorphic “settee table” from the 1930s that serves as either a generous dining table or a comfortable two-seater settee. Developed duri...

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20th Century British Other Settees

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Tentazione Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1970s
Tentazione Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1970s

Tentazione Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1970s

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in New York, NY

Tentazione sofa designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1970s. Sofa has been reupholstered in a navy crushed velvet. Retains original Cassina label underneath.

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Velvet

ISA Bergamo Rare Curved Settee in Ivory Bouclé, Italy, 1950s
ISA Bergamo Rare Curved Settee in Ivory Bouclé, Italy, 1950s

ISA Bergamo Rare Curved Settee in Ivory Bouclé, Italy, 1950s

By ISA Bergamo

Located in New York, NY

ISA Bergamo exquisite channel back curved settee with gilt metal legs in ivory bouclé, Italy, 1950s. This elegant settee has gentle curves throughout including its channel back, seat, and signature cutout gilt metal front legs and saber back legs which exude luxury and playfulness. This unique curved settee or loveseat exhibits the the soft organic lines and the sculptural form of ISA Bergamo's 1950s designs, both classical yet modernist, and unequivocally timeless. Fully restored and newly upholstered in a luxurious Holland & Sherry Melissani White bouclé. Available is a matching ISA Bergamo pair...

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1950s Vintage Settees

Materials

Metal

Louis XVI Style Corner Settee, Mahogany & Aubusson Tapestry, c. 1880
Louis XVI Style Corner Settee, Mahogany & Aubusson Tapestry, c. 1880

Louis XVI Style Corner Settee, Mahogany & Aubusson Tapestry, c. 1880

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

A Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Mahogany and Aubusson Tapestry Upholstered Corner Settee. French, Circa 1880.

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Settees

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century Upholstered Sofa With Musical Motifs, France
19th Century Upholstered Sofa With Musical Motifs, France

19th Century Upholstered Sofa With Musical Motifs, France

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Wonderful Late 19th Century Upholstered Sofa With Musical Motifs. This sofa embodies the opulent Rococo style, known for its flowing curves, ornate carvings, and asymmetrical, yet ha...

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19th Century French Rococo Antique Settees

Materials

Gold Leaf

Tori Coffee Table by Ries
Tori Coffee Table by Ries

Tori Coffee Table by Ries

Located in Geneve, CH

Tori coffee table by Ries Dimensions: W160 x D440 x H46 cm Materials: Sand cast aluminum Ries is a design studio based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, focused on product and conemp...

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2010s Argentine Modern Settees

Materials

Aluminum

Classic Mid Century Modern Scandinavian Sofa
Classic Mid Century Modern Scandinavian Sofa

Classic Mid Century Modern Scandinavian Sofa

Located in Dronten, NL

Classic compact Danish 1940s sofa in original dark grey/brown upholstery. One-off piece made in the high end old school way with straps and horsehair interior that is made to last fo...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Settees

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-19th Century French Giltwood Settee
Mid-19th Century French Giltwood Settee

Mid-19th Century French Giltwood Settee

Located in London, GB

This gorgeous and suburb quality mid-19th century French settee features the original gilding on the wood and nicely detailed carving thru out. The settee is supported on cabriole le...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Giltwood

Vintage French Louis XV Style Carved Paint Decorated Settee C. 1950's
Vintage French Louis XV Style Carved Paint Decorated Settee C. 1950's

Vintage French Louis XV Style Carved Paint Decorated Settee C. 1950's

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions: 33.75 inches high x 54.25 inches high x 28.25 inches deep. Seat Height 17.25 inches Effortlessly sophisticated, this vintage French Louis XV style carved and paint deco...

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Settees

Materials

Wood

19th Century Satinwood Box Sofa
19th Century Satinwood Box Sofa

19th Century Satinwood Box Sofa

Located in Long Island City, NY

19th century satinwood box sofa. On six tapering legs.

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1880s English High Victorian Antique Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Satinwood

Howard & Sons Fully Stamped Sofa Feather Filled Feather Cushions Ticking
Howard & Sons Fully Stamped Sofa Feather Filled Feather Cushions Ticking

Howard & Sons Fully Stamped Sofa Feather Filled Feather Cushions Ticking

By Howard & Sons Ltd

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning exceptionally rare original Howard & Son’s sofas with the original ticking fabric This has to be the most comfortable sofa I have ever sat on, the back rest is fibre filled so its like a seat cushion for your back, the base cushions is a split panel feather filled cushion, so you have a fibre filled core with feathers on top...

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20th Century English Victorian Settees

Materials

Upholstery

George II Chair Back Settee
George II Chair Back Settee

George II Chair Back Settee

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This mid 18th century George II period chair back settee is a remarkable representation of refined craftsmanship. Constructed from walnut and oak, it features a uniquely drawn back w...

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1760s English George II Antique Settees

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Mid Century 2-Seater Sofa designed by Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA, Italy 1954
Mid Century 2-Seater Sofa designed by Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA, Italy 1954

Mid Century 2-Seater Sofa designed by Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA, Italy 1954

By RIMA, Gastone Rinaldi

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a beautiful Mid Century Modern Settee designed by Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA. Gastone Rinaldi designed this beautiful and iconic settee in 1954. The shape...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Steel

A Rudin Gray Upholstered Loveseat
A Rudin Gray Upholstered Loveseat

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...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Settees

Materials

Upholstery

Modernist Thonet Sculpted Bentwood Sofa
Modernist Thonet Sculpted Bentwood Sofa

Modernist Thonet Sculpted Bentwood Sofa

By Thonet

Located in Dallas, TX

Stunning bentwood three-seat sofa manufactured by Thonet, circa 1950s. Features a super stylish organic curved line bentwood arm frame, brass accent details on the back and upholster...

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1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Brass

Kepler 22 Velvet 3 Seater Sofa by spHaus
Kepler 22 Velvet 3 Seater Sofa by spHaus

Kepler 22 Velvet 3 Seater Sofa by spHaus

Located in Geneve, CH

Kepler 22 Velvet 3 Seater Sofa by spHaus Designed by Filippo Dell'Orto Dimensions: D 90 x W 390 x H 73 cm. Materials: Powder-coated steel bars, elastic belts, polyurethane, natural f...

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2010s Italian Modern Settees

Materials

Steel

French Louis XV Style Cane Back Settee
French Louis XV Style Cane Back Settee

French Louis XV Style Cane Back Settee

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Large French Louis XV style cane back settee, also called canapé or sofa. Sofa in a very good state, no damage to the cane, rare find. Double-caned s...

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Settees

Materials

Velvet, Cane, Wood

George III Triple-chairback Settee, England, Early 19th Century
George III Triple-chairback Settee, England, Early 19th Century

George III Triple-chairback Settee, England, Early 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional settee is ornately carved, its splats formed by a repeated Prince-of-Wales three-feather heraldic motif. Sitting on 9 slender legs, the line of its open backrest jau...

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Early 19th Century Antique Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Spindle Settees   Leslie Diamond Conant Ball Pair
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Spindle Settees   Leslie Diamond Conant Ball Pair

Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Spindle Settees Leslie Diamond Conant Ball Pair

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a pair of Danish modern carved teak settees. They have been newly upholstered. They date to the 1960s. Each has a nicely carved frame spindle or slat back frame. They are unm...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Antique French Régence Style Gold Leaf Settee, Circa 1885.
Antique French Régence Style Gold Leaf Settee, Circa 1885.

Antique French Régence Style Gold Leaf Settee, Circa 1885.

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French Régence Style Gold Leaf Settee, Circa 1885.

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Late 19th Century French Regency Antique Settees

Materials

Gold Leaf

1950s French Rattan Seating Set of Six in Excellent Condition
1950s French Rattan Seating Set of Six in Excellent Condition

1950s French Rattan Seating Set of Six in Excellent Condition

Located in New York, NY

1950s French unusually designed and exceptionally rare six piece rattan set. Characterized by its "stacked" or "slatted" design. The clean horizontal lines give the set a sculptural,...

Category

1950s French Vintage Settees

Materials

Rattan

Antique L&JG Stickley Settee - W7252  WE RUNNING A SPECIAL SALE.
Antique L&JG Stickley Settee - W7252  WE RUNNING A SPECIAL SALE.

Antique L&JG Stickley Settee - W7252 WE RUNNING A SPECIAL SALE.

By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

This is an antique L&JG Stickley Settee from the early 1900s with spindle back. The settee has the original leather seats, original tacks, and original finish. All spindles are stra...

Category

Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Settees

Materials

Leather, Oak

A Handsome Late English Regency Paint and Parcel Gilt Settee
A Handsome Late English Regency Paint and Parcel Gilt Settee

A Handsome Late English Regency Paint and Parcel Gilt Settee

Located in Dallas, TX

A beautiful late English Regency paint and parcel gilt settee with three (3) cushions across the back and having out swept arms each end, it has a single ...

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Settees

Materials

Silk, Wood, Paint

Three Piece Set by Josef Hoffmann w/ Beech Frame & Clarence House Fabric
Three Piece Set by Josef Hoffmann w/ Beech Frame & Clarence House Fabric

Three Piece Set by Josef Hoffmann w/ Beech Frame & Clarence House Fabric

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in New York, NY

This elegant and refined three piece living room set, consisting of two chairs and a settee were designed by the legendary Josef Hoffman in Austria circa 1905. They feature concave d...

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Settees

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Our Full-Circle Circular Sofa in Leather - Available as Half Circle Also
Our Full-Circle Circular Sofa in Leather - Available as Half Circle Also

Our Full-Circle Circular Sofa in Leather - Available as Half Circle Also

By David Robinson

Located in London, GB

As both furniture makers and dealers we span a cross section of works. Our circular sofa when together makes a perfect circle and can be built in dimensions, fabrics or leathers to ...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Settees

Materials

Leather

Yellow Say Sofa by Gentner Design
Yellow Say Sofa by Gentner Design

Yellow Say Sofa by Gentner Design

By Christopher Gentner

Located in Geneve, CH

Yellow say sofa by Gentner Design. Dimensions: D 271 x W 86 x H 63.5 cm. Materials: fabric. COM available. Strong formal lines and geometric shapes seem like puzzle pieces that...

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2010s American Post-Modern Settees

Materials

Fabric

Shapland & Petter, Set Ten Arts & Crafts Oak Dining Chairs with Matching Settee
Shapland & Petter, Set Ten Arts & Crafts Oak Dining Chairs with Matching Settee

Shapland & Petter, Set Ten Arts & Crafts Oak Dining Chairs with Matching Settee

By Shapland & Petter, Liberty & Co.

Located in London, GB

Shapland and Petter. A quality suite of ten Arts & Crafts oak dining chairs with a rare three seat model with carved roundel to the head rests. These have all been gently knocked ap...

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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Settees

Materials

Leather, Oak

Mid-Century Modern Style Jack Cartwright Kelly Settee 2 Seats Sofa, 2 Available
Mid-Century Modern Style Jack Cartwright Kelly Settee 2 Seats Sofa, 2 Available

Mid-Century Modern Style Jack Cartwright Kelly Settee 2 Seats Sofa, 2 Available

By Jack Cartwright

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Elegant and high-end quality Kelly settee lounge 2 seat sofa by Jack Cartwright. Very comfortable and well designed. Fits seamlessly into any environment and among midcentury Clas...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Ole Wanscher Teak 'Senator' Sofa
Ole Wanscher Teak 'Senator' Sofa

Ole Wanscher Teak 'Senator' Sofa

By Ole Wanscher

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This teak high-back two-seat sofa was designed by Ole Wanscher as part of his 'Senator' line, circa 1960s. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Louise Settee Art Deco Benches in Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu
Louise Settee Art Deco Benches in Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

Louise Settee Art Deco Benches in Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu

Louise Settee from our Louise Collection. The renowned designer Paul Mathieu chose the name “Louise Console” when he created his more feminine version of Louis XV (1730-1760) furnitu...

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2010s American Other Settees

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

French Louis XVI Style Lacquered Wood Settee With Needlepoint Upholstery
French Louis XVI Style Lacquered Wood Settee With Needlepoint Upholstery

French Louis XVI Style Lacquered Wood Settee With Needlepoint Upholstery

Located in Prato, Tuscany

Elegant French Louis XVI style settee, crafted in France, most likely in Lyon, circa 1905–1910. Since the 17th century, Lyon has been one of France's leading centers for the producti...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Settees

Materials

Wool, Wood

Pair of French 19th century Louis XVI style Giltwood Settees
Pair of French 19th century Louis XVI style Giltwood Settees

Pair of French 19th century Louis XVI style Giltwood Settees

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A decorative and most elegant pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Giltwood settees. Each beautiful settee is raised on four straight tapered and fluted legs with finely carved ...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Settees

Materials

Giltwood

Art Deco Settee, France, circa 1920s
Art Deco Settee, France, circa 1920s

Art Deco Settee, France, circa 1920s

By Paul Follot

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Very pretty Art Deco loveseat or sofa. The wood structure is carved with a rope and tassel decor on a fluted background, and painted in the original green/blue color, with details pi...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Settees

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Hand Dyed Vintage Brown Leather Large Designer Contempory Sofa Very Comfortable
Hand Dyed Vintage Brown Leather Large Designer Contempory Sofa Very Comfortable

Hand Dyed Vintage Brown Leather Large Designer Contempory Sofa Very Comfortable

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this very comfortable had dyed brown leather designer styled three seat sofa A very good looking decorative and comfortable sofa, this piece cam...

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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Leather

French Wrought Iron Settee, circa 1940s
French Wrought Iron Settee, circa 1940s

French Wrought Iron Settee, circa 1940s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Two to three-seater sofa of elegant design, with outwardly scrolling armrests. The seat and back cushions are upholstered in dark grey outdoor fabric.

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Mid-20th Century French Settees

Vintage Brighton Pavillon Rattan Settee
Vintage Brighton Pavillon Rattan Settee

Vintage Brighton Pavillon Rattan Settee

By Brighton Pavilion 1

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This captivating vintage rattan settee draws inspiration from the exotic architectural romance of the Brighton Pavilion, reflecting the refined elegance of early 20th-century British...

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Early 20th Century British Bohemian Settees

Materials

Rattan, Wicker

Embrace Cormo Persimmon Sofa by Royal Stranger
Embrace Cormo Persimmon Sofa by Royal Stranger

Embrace Cormo Persimmon Sofa by Royal Stranger

By Royal Stranger

Located in Geneve, CH

Embrace cormo persimmon sofa by Royal Stranger Dimensions: W 200 x H 70 x D 90 cm. Seat Height 47 cm. Materials: solid wood frame, foam, upholstery. ...

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2010s Portuguese Modern Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Wood

Our Signature Robinson Fully Buttoned Tufted Sofa
Our Signature Robinson Fully Buttoned Tufted Sofa

Our Signature Robinson Fully Buttoned Tufted Sofa

By David Robinson

Located in London, GB

Our Robinson sofa is a very classic style of generous proportions that is certain to give presence to any interior. It could also be crafted with a buttoned back and seat cushions...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Chesterfield Settees

Materials

Velvet

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.