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19th Century William IV Rosewood Settee
19th Century William IV Rosewood Settee

19th Century William IV Rosewood Settee

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

19th Century William IV rosewood settee. With crisp carving and ormolu rosettes on lotus leaf castors.

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19th Century English Antique Settees

Materials

Ormolu

18th Century Italian Painted Settee
18th Century Italian Painted Settee

18th Century Italian Painted Settee

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

An 18th Century Italian gilt and painted sofa or settee. Retaining its original gilding and painted finish, this lovely piece has a curved, wood stick back splat which wraps around t...

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18th Century Italian Antique Settees

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th c French Louis XVI Adam Weisweiler Style Bronze Mounted Settee
19th c French Louis XVI Adam Weisweiler Style Bronze Mounted Settee

19th c French Louis XVI Adam Weisweiler Style Bronze Mounted Settee

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This elegant bronze-mounted and ebonized settee is a sophisticated interpretation of the celebrated Neoclassical designs associated with Adam Weisweiler, one of the most distinguis...

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1880s French Louis XVI Antique Settees

Materials

Bronze

18th Century Neo-Classical Settee from Tuscany
18th Century Neo-Classical Settee from Tuscany

18th Century Neo-Classical Settee from Tuscany

Located in Dallas, TX

Lovely 18th century Neo-Classical painted settee from Tuscany. Great patina and nice carvings as well. Upholstered in a pale gray fabric. Very rare. An exceptional piece!!

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18th Century Neoclassical Antique Settees

Materials

Wood

Shinto Sofa by Domkapa
Shinto Sofa by Domkapa

Shinto Sofa by Domkapa

Located in Geneve, CH

Shinto sofa by Domkapa Materials: Fabric (Helmand 53), black texturized steel, gold brushed stainless steel. Dimensions: W 302 x D 162 x H 82 cm. Also available in different mate...

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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Settees

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Incredible Adams Painted Decorated Triple Oval Back Settee Circa 1910
Incredible Adams Painted Decorated Triple Oval Back Settee Circa 1910

Incredible Adams Painted Decorated Triple Oval Back Settee Circa 1910

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This exceptional Adams style painted settee dates to circa 1910 and showcases the refined neoclassical elegance associated with Robert Adam’s designs. The settee features a rare trip...

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1910s English Adam Style Vintage Settees

Materials

Walnut

Glencoe Settee
Glencoe Settee

Glencoe Settee

$18,732 / item

Glencoe Settee

By Marmol and Radziner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Glencoe collection was developed to support the integration of the indoors and outdoors at Marmol Radziner's Glencoe residence. The collection is defined by clean lines and solid...

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2010s American Settees

Materials

Steel

Louis XVI-Style Giltwood Settee, 19th Century with Domed Back
Louis XVI-Style Giltwood Settee, 19th Century with Domed Back

Louis XVI-Style Giltwood Settee, 19th Century with Domed Back

Located in Houston, TX

The exceptional quality of the carving and gilding make this piece Desirable. The proportion is right and the detail work is fine. It has a domed and padded back surmounted by a be...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Settees

Materials

Giltwood

1 Klaus Franck & Werner Sauer Two Seat Sofa
1 Klaus Franck & Werner Sauer Two Seat Sofa

1 Klaus Franck & Werner Sauer Two Seat Sofa

By Klaus Frank & Werner Sauer

Located in Pasadena, TX

A Mid century modern two-seat settee designed by Klaus Franck and Werner Sauer for Wilkhahn in 1983. Comfortable and stylish tandem seating with chrome bases and red upholstery.

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Late 20th Century German Settees

Materials

Chrome

DOOQ Organic Modern Sofa with Rich Weaved Copper Texture Malibu, w=200 cm
DOOQ Organic Modern Sofa with Rich Weaved Copper Texture Malibu, w=200 cm

DOOQ Organic Modern Sofa with Rich Weaved Copper Texture Malibu, w=200 cm

By DOOQ

Located in Lisbon, PT

Like a warm embrace, Malibu Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to the golden age of midcentury design and organic architecture, it radiates through its un...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet

19th-C. French Rustic Deconstructed Settee With Cane And Barley Twist
19th-C. French Rustic Deconstructed Settee With Cane And Barley Twist

19th-C. French Rustic Deconstructed Settee With Cane And Barley Twist

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a 19th century deconstructed French settee with original chippy paint ! The cane back is intact. My shipping is for the Continental US only and is running two to five weeks...

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Late 19th Century French Primitive Antique Settees

Materials

Metal

French settee 1940's style with Tufted Back and Tapered Legs
French settee 1940's style with Tufted Back and Tapered Legs

French settee 1940's style with Tufted Back and Tapered Legs

Located in Ballard, CA

This hand-crafted upholstered settee has a concave and tufted back on a tapered leg, this is a reverence to the era of Jacques Adnet, and the 1940's . Frame in Alder wood. Each piece...

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2010s American Settees

Materials

Oak, Walnut

German Biedermeier Satinwood Settee W/ Gilt Foliage Wreaths & Silk Seat, C. 1815
German Biedermeier Satinwood Settee W/ Gilt Foliage Wreaths & Silk Seat, C. 1815

German Biedermeier Satinwood Settee W/ Gilt Foliage Wreaths & Silk Seat, C. 1815

By Biedermeier

Located in Charleston, SC

German Biedermeier satinwood settee with a gilt carved shaped back, flanking scrolled arms, central gilt carved foliage wreaths, reticulated carved gilt X panels, gilt corner circula...

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1810s German Biedermeier Antique Settees

Materials

Silk, Satinwood, Giltwood

Fine Vintage Moroccan Folding Settee
Fine Vintage Moroccan Folding Settee

Fine Vintage Moroccan Folding Settee

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Moroccan Settee with inlaid Bone discs and intricate overall carved decoration. With decorative carved crest. In very good condition with only minor age and use wear including a miss...

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Mid-20th Century Moorish Settees

Materials

Bone, Wood

Theo Ruth f115 Sofa by Artifort, Netherlands, 1958
Theo Ruth f115 Sofa by Artifort, Netherlands, 1958

Theo Ruth f115 Sofa by Artifort, Netherlands, 1958

By Theo Ruth, Artifort

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

F115 Sofa by Theo Ruth for Artifort, Netherlands, 1958. These are rare pieces; amazing and sophisticated center-pieces. We also have two armchairs available. The sofa has been n...

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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Metal

Yale Burge Louis XV Wingback Settee
Yale Burge Louis XV Wingback Settee

Yale Burge Louis XV Wingback Settee

$4,550Sale Price|30% Off

Yale Burge Louis XV Wingback Settee

By Yale Burge

Located in Chicago, IL

A finely crafted reproduction of an 18th century French settee, this lovely piece features an intricately carved walnut wood frame. Acanthus...

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1960s American Vintage Settees

Materials

Fruitwood, Upholstery

Late 19th Century Ornately Carved Oak Settee
Late 19th Century Ornately Carved Oak Settee

Late 19th Century Ornately Carved Oak Settee

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Late 19th century carved settee, oak, double balloon back with scrolled foliate carved motif and central fleur-de-lis crest, scrolled floral...

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Settees

Materials

Oak

Leather Upholstered Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Window Bench Circa 1900
Leather Upholstered Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Window Bench Circa 1900

Leather Upholstered Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Window Bench Circa 1900

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This elegant Dutch marquetry inlaid bench, circa 1900, is a stunning example of Old World craftsmanship and timeless design. Beautifully proportioned, this antique bench features a g...

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Early 1900s German Dutch Colonial Antique Settees

Materials

Leather, Boxwood, Walnut

Rare Restored Museum Quality 3-Strand Rattan Settee, Paul Laszlo for Ficks Reed
Rare Restored Museum Quality 3-Strand Rattan Settee, Paul Laszlo for Ficks Reed

Rare Restored Museum Quality 3-Strand Rattan Settee, Paul Laszlo for Ficks Reed

By Paul Laszlo

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Restored original 1948 Paul Laszlo designed three-strand sectional settee featuring three-strand staple-shaped arms and arched bases made by Ficks Reed furniture company. This stunni...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Rattan

Restored 5-Strand Square Square Pretzel Rattan Settee w/ Stacked Base
Restored 5-Strand Square Square Pretzel Rattan Settee w/ Stacked Base

Restored 5-Strand Square Square Pretzel Rattan Settee w/ Stacked Base

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Designed in the manner of Paul Frankl this Five-strand rattan Sectional Setee features square pretzel arms and the classic stacked rattan base. Cushions are made to order, and can b...

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1950s American Vintage Settees

Materials

Rattan

Ole Wanscher Black Leather Sofa with Rosewood Frame
Ole Wanscher Black Leather Sofa with Rosewood Frame

Ole Wanscher Black Leather Sofa with Rosewood Frame

By Ole Wanscher

Located in London, GB

Freestanding three seater sofa with Brazilian rosewood frame by Ole Wanscher. Seat, sides and back upholstered with black leather. Made by cabinetmaker A. J. Iversen. Fair conditi...

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1960s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Leather

Ava Settee 2-Seat Olive Green Seat and Textured Fabric Backrest Wooden Feet
Ava Settee 2-Seat Olive Green Seat and Textured Fabric Backrest Wooden Feet

Ava Settee 2-Seat Olive Green Seat and Textured Fabric Backrest Wooden Feet

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Comfortable and elegant, Ava settee is a versatile piece where creativity meets no boundaries: fabrics, solid woods, lacquers and brass fittings are chosen and combined in many ways ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Chippendale Settee in Mahogany with Blue Damask
19th Century English Chippendale Settee in Mahogany with Blue Damask

19th Century English Chippendale Settee in Mahogany with Blue Damask

Located in Queens, NY

English Chippendale style (19th century) mahogany camel back settee with 4 carved front legs and blue damask upholstery.

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19th Century European Chippendale Antique Settees

Materials

Damask, Upholstery, Mahogany

Daciano da Costa - Collector Penta Sofa in Brick
Daciano da Costa - Collector Penta Sofa in Brick

Daciano da Costa - Collector Penta Sofa in Brick

By Daciano da Costa

Located in Castelo da Maia, PT

The Penta Sofa, created for the hotel’s common areas, exemplifies Daciano’s approach to functional design, combining simple lines and ergonomic considerations

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2010s Portuguese Settees

Materials

Wool, Nylon, Polyester

3-Piece Lounge Suite 3-seat settee Sofa Armchair Pair Vintage 1970 Orange Boucle
3-Piece Lounge Suite 3-seat settee Sofa Armchair Pair Vintage 1970 Orange Boucle

3-Piece Lounge Suite 3-seat settee Sofa Armchair Pair Vintage 1970 Orange Boucle

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

Rare, vintage 1970's, 3-piece lounge suite comprising a 3 seater, settee or sofa and a pair of armchairs all with original, orange boucle upholstery in fabulous original condition in...

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1970s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Wool

Antique Victorian Art Nouveau Gold Giltwood Hand Painted Settee 2 Pc Parlor Set
Antique Victorian Art Nouveau Gold Giltwood Hand Painted Settee 2 Pc Parlor Set

Antique Victorian Art Nouveau Gold Giltwood Hand Painted Settee 2 Pc Parlor Set

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Victorian Art Nouveau Transitional Gold Giltwood Hand Painted "Courting Scene" Settee Parlor Set. Circa Early 20th Century. Listing includes (1) settee, and (1) side chair. M...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Settees

Materials

Wood

George III Painted Settee
George III Painted Settee

George III Painted Settee

Located in Essex, MA

Three chair back with arms and caned seat raised on square tapered legs. the back splats with painted drapery design also musical trophies

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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Settees

Materials

Wood

Organic Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Sofa with Havane Velvet, w=200
Organic Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Sofa with Havane Velvet, w=200

Organic Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Sofa with Havane Velvet, w=200

By DOOQ

Located in Lisbon, PT

Like a warm embrace, Malibu Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to the golden age of midcentury design and organic architecture, it radiates through its un...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet

18th Century Queen Anne Walnut Settee with Point de Hongrie Flame Stitching
18th Century Queen Anne Walnut Settee with Point de Hongrie Flame Stitching

18th Century Queen Anne Walnut Settee with Point de Hongrie Flame Stitching

Located in Solebury, PA

A fine 18th century Queen Anne small walnut settee upholstered in vibrant flame stitch fabric retains an authentic period presence and refined proportions. The elegantly carved arms ...

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Mid-18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Settees

Materials

Walnut

Borge Mogensen Settee Model 2208 in the Original Dark Brown Leather. Oak Legs
Borge Mogensen Settee Model 2208 in the Original Dark Brown Leather. Oak Legs

Borge Mogensen Settee Model 2208 in the Original Dark Brown Leather. Oak Legs

Located in Kansas City, MO

Mid Century Danish Modern Borge Mogensen Settee / Loveseat / two seater for Fredericia, Denmark, 1963. This example retains the original DARK BROWN leather in very good condition. ...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Leather, Oak

Antique hand-carved Bench done in style of Louis XVI with hand-woven cane seat
Antique hand-carved Bench done in style of Louis XVI with hand-woven cane seat

Antique hand-carved Bench done in style of Louis XVI with hand-woven cane seat

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a stunning Antique hand-carved bench or settee done in Louis XVI style. It features a hand-woven cane seat and rich ornaments carved into wood typical f...

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1870s French Louis XVI Antique Settees

Materials

Cane, Wood

Cognac PK 31 /2 Sofa by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen
Cognac PK 31 /2 Sofa by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen

Cognac PK 31 /2 Sofa by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen

By Poul Kjærholm

Located in Utrecht, NL

PK 31 /2 sofa settee by Poul Kjærholm, manufactured by first manufacturer Ejvindt Kold Christensen Denmark (marking on last photo). Sofa comes with original upholstered frame panels...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pair of Settees
Pair of Settees

Pair of Settees

$19,850 / set

Pair of Settees

Located in New York, NY

Wonderful pair of Victorian high-back settees with Queen Ann style legs on paw feet. Original upholstery.

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19th Century English Antique Settees

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Sofa, Soft Cotton Velvet, w=240
DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Sofa, Soft Cotton Velvet, w=240

DOOQ Mid-Century Modern Off-white Bouclé Malibu Sofa, Soft Cotton Velvet, w=240

By DOOQ

Located in Lisbon, PT

 Like a warm embrace, Malibu Sofa welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to the golden age of midcentury design and organic architecture, it radiates through its u...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet

Todd Hase Designed Hollywood Sofa
Todd Hase Designed Hollywood Sofa

Todd Hase Designed Hollywood Sofa

By Todd Hase

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic modern details with old Hollywood Glam designed by Todd Hase. Add some modern elements to your living space. This Classic sofa will work well with many styles of interiors an...

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2010s American Modern Settees

Materials

Textile

1960s Finn Julh Style Sculptural Wingback Danish Walnut Settee
1960s Finn Julh Style Sculptural Wingback Danish Walnut Settee

1960s Finn Julh Style Sculptural Wingback Danish Walnut Settee

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

The beautiful rare settee is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality! We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning settee. Just...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

19th Century Louis XVI Giltwood Settee, Hand-Crafted, Cream Upholstery
19th Century Louis XVI Giltwood Settee, Hand-Crafted, Cream Upholstery

19th Century Louis XVI Giltwood Settee, Hand-Crafted, Cream Upholstery

Located in Essex, MA

A classic 19th-century Louis XVI giltwood canape or settee upholstered in a cream-on-cream embroidered fabric. Original horsehair upholstery stuffing has been retained under the new ...

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19th Century Antique Settees

Materials

Giltwood

P.Bench Settee by Emmemobili: Hand-Crafted Leather & Fabric Design
P.Bench Settee by Emmemobili: Hand-Crafted Leather & Fabric Design

P.Bench Settee by Emmemobili: Hand-Crafted Leather & Fabric Design

By Emmemobili

Located in Munich, Bavaria

P.Bench is a bench designed with a veneered panel frame. Its seat cushion rests on a wooden support and is padded with expanded polyurethane foam, available with fabric or leather up...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Settees

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Mid-Century Modern Ochre Velvet Dust Sofa 4-Seat with Wooden Feet
Mid-Century Modern Ochre Velvet Dust Sofa 4-Seat with Wooden Feet

Mid-Century Modern Ochre Velvet Dust Sofa 4-Seat with Wooden Feet

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Dust sofa is a tribute to comfort and discreet elegance. With a comfy structure and available in many color and texture options, Dust makes a strong impression. Made to Order. For ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Rustic Old Hickory Wood and Tan Leather Settee
Rustic Old Hickory Wood and Tan Leather Settee

Rustic Old Hickory Wood and Tan Leather Settee

By Old Hickory Furniture Company

Located in Queens, NY

Rustic Old Hickory settee / sofa with a hickory wood frame containing a closed cabinet with iron hinges and latch in the right armrest and an open cabinet with two shelves in the lef...

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20th Century Unknown Rustic Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Leather, Hickory

An Italian wingback, drop arm upholstered settee c. 1950
An Italian wingback, drop arm upholstered settee c. 1950

An Italian wingback, drop arm upholstered settee c. 1950

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This delightful high-back settee, designed by Emilio Sala and Giorgio Madini in Italy during the 1950s, exemplifies the clean lines and sculptural form of Mid-Century Modern design. ...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Upholstery

Dutch Marquetry Settee
Dutch Marquetry Settee

Dutch Marquetry Settee

$7,080Sale Price|20% Off

Dutch Marquetry Settee

Located in Cheshire, GB

Marquetry inlaid settee, the inlaid top rail above watermark silk upholstery enclosed by scrolling arms. Standing on scrolling feet. Dimensions Height 34 Inches height to seat 19 Inc...

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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Settees

Materials

Wood

George II Upholstered Mahogany Settee
George II Upholstered Mahogany Settee

George II Upholstered Mahogany Settee

Located in Locust Valley, NY

A vintage George II style settee upholstered in green and apricot ikat chevron motif with cabriole mahogany legs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Settees

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

French 19th-20th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood Carved Settee, François Linke
French 19th-20th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood Carved Settee, François Linke

French 19th-20th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood Carved Settee, François Linke

By François Linke

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very fine french 19th-20th century Louis XVI style giltwood carved settee by François Linke (d. 1946). The finely carved frame, upholstered in a recent cream fabric, topped with an...

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Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Settees

Materials

Fabric, Giltwood

18th Century Dutch Walnut Rococo Chair Back Settee
18th Century Dutch Walnut Rococo Chair Back Settee

18th Century Dutch Walnut Rococo Chair Back Settee

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A super 18th century chair back settee with finely carved top rail to the triple vase back, carved front rail, and cabriole legs. Good colour and patina. Dutch, circa 1770

Category

18th Century Dutch Rococo Antique Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Painted French Settee
Painted French Settee

Painted French Settee

Located in London, England

Three seater reupholstered French settee with wood frame in original paint finish. Circa 1930 H 98cm (SH 54cm) x W 200cm x D 91cm

Category

1930s Vintage Settees

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

"Living" Leather Sqquared Settee by Bensiger and Verm for Costi, Italy, 1980s
"Living" Leather Sqquared Settee by Bensiger and Verm for Costi, Italy, 1980s

"Living" Leather Sqquared Settee by Bensiger and Verm for Costi, Italy, 1980s

Located in Milan, IT

Living settee by S.L. Bensinger and Claude Verm for Costi. Four squared leather covered blocks on a wood base with round feet. Also available a matching armchair.

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1980s Italian Vintage Settees

Materials

Leather, Wood

Ghidini 1961 Abbracci Small Ottoman in Grey Leather and Brass Base by L. Bozzoli
Ghidini 1961 Abbracci Small Ottoman in Grey Leather and Brass Base by L. Bozzoli

Ghidini 1961 Abbracci Small Ottoman in Grey Leather and Brass Base by L. Bozzoli

By Ghidini 1961

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

A hug conveys love and friendship, encapsulating a thousand words with elegance and simplicity while sparking the Serotonin of happiness and relaxation. Abbracci (hug in Italian) is ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Settees

Materials

Leather

Ghidini 1961 Abbracci 3-Seat Sofa in Grey Leather and Brass Base by L. Bozzoli
Ghidini 1961 Abbracci 3-Seat Sofa in Grey Leather and Brass Base by L. Bozzoli

Ghidini 1961 Abbracci 3-Seat Sofa in Grey Leather and Brass Base by L. Bozzoli

By Ghidini 1961

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

A hug conveys love and friendship, encapsulating a thousand words with elegance and simplicity while sparking the Serotonin of happiness and relaxation. Abbracci (hug in Italian) is ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Settees

Materials

Leather

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.