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Settees For Sale
1970’s Leather Settee
1970’s Leather Settee

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 color vintage leather. Sofa sits low and deep for loung...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Leather

Dining Booth in Chocolate Leather and Solid Wood by Costantini, Bruno, In Stock
Dining Booth in Chocolate Leather and Solid Wood by Costantini, Bruno, In Stock

Dining Booth in Chocolate Leather and Solid Wood by Costantini, Bruno, In Stock

By Costantini

Located in New York, NY

The Bruno Booth adapts the silhouette of our signature chair of the same name into a banquette format. The ergonomic back, curved profile, and tailored upholstery echo the proportion...

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2010s Argentine Modern Settees

Materials

Leather, Wood

18th Century English Oak Settle
18th Century English Oak Settle

18th Century English Oak Settle

Located in High Point, NC

18th century oak settle from England with a wonderfully hand carved decorated and paneled back and rolled arms over hand turned bobbin arms and front legs. The seat height measures 1...

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18th Century English Georgian Antique Settees

Materials

Oak

'Bracket-Back' Model #133 Mahogany and Leather Sofa by Dunbar, c 1955
'Bracket-Back' Model #133 Mahogany and Leather Sofa by Dunbar, c 1955

'Bracket-Back' Model #133 Mahogany and Leather Sofa by Dunbar, c 1955

By Dunbar Furniture, Roger Sprunger

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This incredible model #133 leather sofa by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar features gorgeous medium brown leather and Mahogany 'bracket back' legs, perfect for floating the sofa in the roo...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Leather, Wood

Intricately Carved Louis XV Style Cane Settee With Custom Cushion
Intricately Carved Louis XV Style Cane Settee With Custom Cushion

Intricately Carved Louis XV Style Cane Settee With Custom Cushion

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A particularly fine Louis XV style settee with an intricately and detailed carved frame comprised of masks, vines, flowers and acanthus leaves with a carved shell crest. The settee w...

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20th Century Louis XV Settees

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Hardwood

Louis XIV Style French Large Bench Dark Oak from 1920s
Louis XIV Style French Large Bench Dark Oak from 1920s

Louis XIV Style French Large Bench Dark Oak from 1920s

Located in Miami, FL

This beautiful Louis XIV style French bench was made in solid patinated oak in the early 1920s. Fully restored and newly upholstered with a large wool colorful geometric, this large ...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Settees

Materials

Oak

Settee Sofa Couch Knole Velvet Strie Olive 3-seater H44" Adjustable L67-101"
Settee Sofa Couch Knole Velvet Strie Olive 3-seater H44" Adjustable L67-101"

Settee Sofa Couch Knole Velvet Strie Olive 3-seater H44" Adjustable L67-101"

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

- This is an early 20th century interpretation of the infamous, sumptuously, upholstered, 17th century, couch with hinged arm rests, found at Knole Park, Sevenoaks, Kent, the ancestral seat of the Sackvilles made by the most eminent upholsterer of the early 20th century. - The original couch served the Dual purpose of bed and settee, and is one of the earliest examples of English, upholstered, seat furniture. In the late-19th century this model of settee was revived, particularly for Great Halls, bedrooms and galleries in large country houses for its early aesthetic, comfort and draught exclusion from the high backs. - These settees are extremely comfortable as well as injecting period atmosphere into the interior. They sit equally well within contemporary and historical interiors and jutapose with contemporary and modern pieces and art. - This is a particularly fine example, with a Grade II* listed Jacobean manor house provenance and almost certainly made by Morant & Co. It retains the original iron ratchets so the wings can be lowered to different heights. The inside and outside back, wings, seat and cushion are upholstered in a strie velvet and trimmed in the traditional manner with matching braid and fringe and studs. The strie velvet probably dates from the 1950's, as there is significant fading from the original pale green/aqua to a pale olive/old white. The adjustable padded wings are joined to the arms with original ratched iron hinges which are attached to the back. The arms are supported by oak turned uprights. The seat has a large loose cushion. Standing on original castors. English, circa 1900. During the late 16th-early 17th century a new form of daybed was introduced to match the contemporary upholstered 'X' chairs and stools. They were padded and upholstered throughout and the ends were let down on a toothed steel ratchet to enable the occupant to repose at full length. They were generally destroyed when the coverings had worn out at the woodwork was of little value. Similar couches were plentiful in France under Louis XIII and can be seen in Abraham Bosse's engravings of domestic interiors but they were only found at court and the houses of great noblemen in this country. When the contents of the Royal Palaces were dispersed after Charles I's execution a number of couches were included in the sale. PROVENANCE : Barrow Court, a Grade II* listed Jacobean manor house with origins dating back to the 13th century. MORANT & CO Upholsterers, Decorators. 91 New Bond St., London. With Royal Coat of Arms, dated 1825, 1831, 1837 and 1890, founded 1790. The dictionary of English furniture makers 1660-1840, published by the Furniture History Society informs that Morant Snr. was a maker of carved and gilded frames from early in the reign of George IVth, and his trade card describes the company as 'Ornamental Painter and Paper Hanging Manufacturer to their Royal Highnesses'. Work was executed for Sir Thomas Lawrence, Sir Robert Peel...

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Early 1900s English Baroque Revival Antique Settees

Materials

Velvet

French Louis XV Walnut Settee
French Louis XV Walnut Settee

French Louis XV Walnut Settee

Located in Queens, NY

French Louis XV style (19/20th Cent) walnut Settee with white upholstery and carved back crest Upholstery has some water staining and a few small tears.

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Settees

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Louis XV Style Carved Painted Settee
Vintage Louis XV Style Carved Painted Settee

Vintage Louis XV Style Carved Painted Settee

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Vintage Louis XV Style Carved Settee. White washed in a distressed vintage finish. Newly upholstered in a neutral linen fabric. Please contact us for competitive shipping quotes.

Category

1930s French Louis XV Vintage Settees

Materials

Wood, Paint

Spanish Early 20th Century Bench with Dove-Tail and Tall Back
Spanish Early 20th Century Bench with Dove-Tail and Tall Back

Spanish Early 20th Century Bench with Dove-Tail and Tall Back

Located in Miami, FL

This is a Spanish, pine, bench with honey patina. It is dove tailed and a sturdy, rustic piece that would be idea as a hall bench or many other uses in your ...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Country Settees

Materials

Pine

Italian Post-War Design Pink Velvet Settee
Italian Post-War Design Pink Velvet Settee

Italian Post-War Design Pink Velvet Settee

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Post-War Design 1960s style (modern) black velvet settee with rounded sides and shaped front with pink velvet seat & 4 back cushions contempor...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Settees

Materials

Velvet

New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Gold Details
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Gold Details

New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Gold Details

Located in Miami, FL

New black wrought iron curule bench ,Savonarola, Throne.

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Neoclassical Settees

Materials

Iron

A Mid Century Modern Upholstered Settee, C. 1950.
A Mid Century Modern Upholstered Settee, C. 1950.

A Mid Century Modern Upholstered Settee, C. 1950.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Elegant and refined, this mid-century settee features splayed legs and sculpted wood armrests, framing a newly upholstered backs, arms and seat. The clean geometry, lightness of form...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Brass

French 18th century Louis XV Period Walnut settee
French 18th century Louis XV Period Walnut settee

French 18th century Louis XV Period Walnut settee

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An impressive and most decorative French 18th century Louis XV Period Walnut settee. This stunning winged settee is raised on eight richly carved cabriole legs with bottom acanthus l...

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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Settees

Materials

Walnut

LOUIS XVI FRENCH CARVED GiLTWOOD DOUBLE CANED BERGERE SETTEE SOFA WINDOW SEAT
LOUIS XVI FRENCH CARVED GiLTWOOD DOUBLE CANED BERGERE SETTEE SOFA WINDOW SEAT

LOUIS XVI FRENCH CARVED GiLTWOOD DOUBLE CANED BERGERE SETTEE SOFA WINDOW SEAT

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exceptional sublime Louis XVI French Carved Giltwood and double Caned Bergère Window seat or Settee P...

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19th Century European Louis XVI Antique Settees

Materials

Rattan, Giltwood

Bench in the Style of Paolo Buffa, Italy, 1950s
Bench in the Style of Paolo Buffa, Italy, 1950s

Bench in the Style of Paolo Buffa, Italy, 1950s

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Milan, IT

Italian 50s settee in the style of Paolo Buffa. Woven rope bench with two seats and graceful tapered wood frame. Also available a matching chair.

Category

1950s Italian Vintage Settees

Materials

Wood, Rope

Early 20th Century Swedish Settee or Sofa
Early 20th Century Swedish Settee or Sofa

Early 20th Century Swedish Settee or Sofa

Located in Troy, MI

Circa 1930s small Swedish sofa with walnut frame, tall back and brass capped front legs. Sleek lines with curves and high backrest. Very solid piec...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Spindle Bench or Settee
Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Spindle Bench or Settee

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...

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1990s American Arts and Crafts Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Vintage French Louis XV Victorian Style Small Cream Painted Settee Loveseat Sofa
Vintage French Louis XV Victorian Style Small Cream Painted Settee Loveseat Sofa

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...

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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Settees

Materials

Cane, Wood

Austrian Biedermeier Settee, walnut - Josef Dannhauser, Vienna 1820 - 2 Seater
Austrian Biedermeier Settee, walnut - Josef Dannhauser, Vienna 1820 - 2 Seater

Austrian Biedermeier Settee, walnut - Josef Dannhauser, Vienna 1820 - 2 Seater

By Josef Danhauser

Located in Göttingen, NI

2-Seater Burl Walnut veneered. Flat frame on profiled volute feet, bowed armrests. Seat, armrests and back newly upholstered with yellow gold-colored moirée height 95 cm, seat hei...

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1820s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Settees

Materials

Walnut

Italian Mid Century Modern Leather Settee
Italian Mid Century Modern Leather Settee

Italian Mid Century Modern Leather Settee

Located in Houston, TX

Italian mid century modern leather settee: :newly upholstered in a dark olive with cognac welt and buttons.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Metal

Alain Delon "Salon" Three Seat Sofa in Taupe Upholstery
Alain Delon "Salon" Three Seat Sofa in Taupe Upholstery

Alain Delon "Salon" Three Seat Sofa in Taupe Upholstery

By Alain Delon, Maison Jansen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Alain Delon for Maison Jansen, three seat sofa, fabric, France, 1970s. This ornate, comfortable sofa has a strong and playful design. The high, webbed back gives perfect support for...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Fabric, Wood

French Painted Iron & Wrought Iron Banquette Child Sofa Louis XVI st, circa 1880
French Painted Iron & Wrought Iron Banquette Child Sofa Louis XVI st, circa 1880

French Painted Iron & Wrought Iron Banquette Child Sofa Louis XVI st, circa 1880

Located in Labrit, Landes

French banquette sofa iron and wrought iron painted. It was a child bed in the late 19th century, ans it can be used as bench for stuffed animals and dolls in a children's bedroom o...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Settees

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

19th Century Neoclassical Style Polychrome Painted Settee, Italy
19th Century Neoclassical Style Polychrome Painted Settee, Italy

19th Century Neoclassical Style Polychrome Painted Settee, Italy

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Neoclassical Style19th Century Italian polychrome painted settee with sphinx carving on back-splat, cane seat with a custom cushion.

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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Paint

Guillerme & Chambron 'Gregoire' Sofa in Oak and Orange Red Upholstery
Guillerme & Chambron 'Gregoire' Sofa in Oak and Orange Red Upholstery

Guillerme & Chambron 'Gregoire' Sofa in Oak and Orange Red Upholstery

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, 'Gregoire' sofa, fabric, lacquered oak, France, 1960s Th esteemed French design duo is known for their exceptional craftsmanship in solid oak...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Fabric, Oak

1940s Danish Modern Settee in the Style of Finn Juhl
1940s Danish Modern Settee in the Style of Finn Juhl

1940s Danish Modern Settee in the Style of Finn Juhl

By Finn Juhl

Located in New York, NY

This Finn Juhn-style settee was originally crafted in the 1940s. It has been newly reupholstered in gold-and-black chevron wool from Donghia with matching piping. While the upholster...

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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Wool, Upholstery, Walnut

Danish Mid-Century Settee or Loveseat in the Style of Kurt Olsen Style, 1950s
Danish Mid-Century Settee or Loveseat in the Style of Kurt Olsen Style, 1950s

Danish Mid-Century Settee or Loveseat in the Style of Kurt Olsen Style, 1950s

By Kurt Olsen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Lovely and charming settee or loveseat made in Denmark, circa 1950. The style is similar to Kurt Olsen but the Designer and maker of this settee is unknown. Light but still sturdy an...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Wool, Beech

Two Seat Sofa in Black Leather
Two Seat Sofa in Black Leather

Two Seat Sofa in Black Leather

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, leather, Europe, 1960s. This two-seat sofa is simplistic, yet stylish in its design. Due to the overall black color of the leatherette, the sofa radiates smoothness and underl...

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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Leather

A Midcentury Settee in the Style of Abel Sorenson
A Midcentury Settee in the Style of Abel Sorenson

A Midcentury Settee in the Style of Abel Sorenson

By Abel Sorenson

Located in Dallas, TX

This mid-century modern settee is designed in the style of Abel Sorenson for Knoll, showcasing strong Scandinavian influences. Its sleek lines, minimalist form, and angled legs refle...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Italian Art Deco Settee in Gio Ponti Style, Black & White, 1930s
Italian Art Deco Settee in Gio Ponti Style, Black & White, 1930s

Italian Art Deco Settee in Gio Ponti Style, Black & White, 1930s

By Gio Ponti

Located in Milano, IT

Italian Art Deco Settee in the Style of Gio Ponti - Reupholstered in Black and White Stripes This striking Italian Art Deco settee, attributed to the stylistic language of Gio Ponti...

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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Settees

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Settee, possibly Finn Juhl /Niels Vodder
Midcentury Settee, possibly Finn Juhl /Niels Vodder

Midcentury Settee, possibly Finn Juhl /Niels Vodder

By Finn Juhl

Located in Richmond, VA

Great, sleek midcentury settee recently upholstered. No markings but very similar to Niels Vodder's model NV53.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

19th Century Louis XV Settee
19th Century Louis XV Settee

19th Century Louis XV Settee

Located in Sheffield, MA

19th century French Louis XV style sofa or bench painted in a French blue-grey, with floral motives en relief. Newly reupholstered in a tan tight weave muslin. Measures: Arm height ...

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Settees

Materials

Wood

Venetian Fantasy Carved and Painted Sofa
Venetian Fantasy Carved and Painted Sofa

Venetian Fantasy Carved and Painted Sofa

Located in Rochester, NY

Exotic Venetian sofa. Lavishly carved and painted Venetian sofa. 19th century. Dramatic design. Please, contact us for shipping options. Presented Joseph Dasta...

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19th Century Italian Antique Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Rare John Saladino for Dunbar Petal Settee / Loveseat in Jack Lenor Larsen Plaid
Rare John Saladino for Dunbar Petal Settee / Loveseat in Jack Lenor Larsen Plaid

Rare John Saladino for Dunbar Petal Settee / Loveseat in Jack Lenor Larsen Plaid

By John Saladino, Dunbar Furniture

Located in St. Louis, MO

New York interior designer and architect John F. Saladino (1939-2025). John designed this 1970s rarely seen small-scale Petal Settee (#7009), sofa or loveseat for Dunbar, has its ori...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Upholstery

Italian Sofa in Red Upholstery
Italian Sofa in Red Upholstery

Italian Sofa in Red Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Settee, red fabric, wood, metal, Italy, circa 1960 This Italian two-seat settee features a soft red color and can be placed in an entryway or bring a touch of elegance to any room. ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Metal

Antique Set of French Tapestry Gild Carved Gold Wood Arm Chairs Chairs & Sofa
Antique Set of French Tapestry Gild Carved Gold Wood Arm Chairs Chairs & Sofa

Antique Set of French Tapestry Gild Carved Gold Wood Arm Chairs Chairs & Sofa

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Amazing set of two chairs and a sofa original from the 19th Century. This sofa and chairs embodies the opulent Rococo style, known for its flowing curves, ornate carvings, and asymme...

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19th Century French Rococo Antique Settees

Materials

Gold Leaf

Mid-19th Century American Colonial Hand Painted Settee, Poplar & Pine
Mid-19th Century American Colonial Hand Painted Settee, Poplar & Pine

Mid-19th Century American Colonial Hand Painted Settee, Poplar & Pine

Located in Southampton, NJ

Pennsylvania single board plank seat bench settee, 19th c. enhanced with new custom cushion. The bench is professionally restored with careful attention to the original hand painted ...

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Mid-19th Century American American Colonial Antique Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Poplar, Pine

French Neo-Classical Style Tiger Velvet Daybed Settee - Pair Available
French Neo-Classical Style Tiger Velvet Daybed Settee - Pair Available

French Neo-Classical Style Tiger Velvet Daybed Settee - Pair Available

By Maison Jansen

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is late 20th century French Maison Jansen style steel and brass neo-classical daybed. The tiger velvet cushion and pillows could be Scalamandre, but I have no way of knowing for...

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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Settees

Materials

Brass, Steel

Vintage Rattan Bamboo Bench Settee in Chinoiserie Style
Vintage Rattan Bamboo Bench Settee in Chinoiserie Style

Vintage Rattan Bamboo Bench Settee in Chinoiserie Style

Located in Saddle River, NJ

Vintage Rattan Bamboo Bench Settee in Chinoiserie Style This beautiful vintage rattan bamboo bench settee in Chinoiserie style is the perfect blend of boho chic and coastal elegance...

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1980s American Chinoiserie Vintage Settees

Materials

Rattan

Modern Outdoor Hanging Swing Chair White Vegan and Eco Friendly
Modern Outdoor Hanging Swing Chair White Vegan and Eco Friendly

Modern Outdoor Hanging Swing Chair White Vegan and Eco Friendly

By Joanina and David Pastoll

Located in Johannesburg, ZA

Our sling hanging chair which is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly- sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The Slings can be ordered as a single bu...

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2010s South African Modern Settees

Materials

Stainless Steel

George III Mahogany Sofa
George III Mahogany Sofa

George III Mahogany Sofa

Located in Essex, MA

Nice proportions and arched back, out scrolled arms raised on blind fret carved square legs and H-form stretchers. Original casters.

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1760s English George III Antique Settees

Materials

Mahogany

Corner Sofa Banquette Attributed to Maison Jansen, French Louis XVI Style
Corner Sofa Banquette Attributed to Maison Jansen, French Louis XVI Style

Corner Sofa Banquette Attributed to Maison Jansen, French Louis XVI Style

By Maison Jansen

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Luxurious French upholstered Louis XVI style corner settee banquette with one piece seating cushion, and 5 back cushions. A similar Maison Jansen Corner Canapé can be seen in James ...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Settees

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Settee Sofas
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Settee Sofas

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Settee Sofas

Located in North York, ON

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Settee Sofas. Iconic Mid-Century design, 1970’s America. Masterfully restored in an ebony wood finish with brass foot caps. Completed in a l...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Brass

19th Century Louis Philippe Period French Mahogany Sofa ca. 1850
19th Century Louis Philippe Period French Mahogany Sofa ca. 1850

19th Century Louis Philippe Period French Mahogany Sofa ca. 1850

Located in Dallas, TX

The tailored yet graceful lines of the Louis Philippe period have transcended time, as evidenced by this 19th century Louis Philippe sofa, handcrafted from exotic imported mahogany a...

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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Settees

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Divano vintage design Maurizio Salvato per Saporiti Italia, anni '80
Divano vintage design Maurizio Salvato per Saporiti Italia, anni '80

Divano vintage design Maurizio Salvato per Saporiti Italia, anni '80

By Maurizio Salvato

Located in None, IT

Sofa with back in green velvet with black dots and black seat with green embroideries, has a leg in steel comato and one in black metal. Design Maurizio Saved for Saporiti, 1980s. ...

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Steel

Coastal Rattan Settee with Moss Green Upholstery
Coastal Rattan Settee with Moss Green Upholstery

Coastal Rattan Settee with Moss Green Upholstery

By Bramble

Located in Westwood, NJ

The settee with a Moss green upholstery brings a relaxed yet refined sensibility to interior spaces through its handwoven rattan frame and deep green cushions. The light, natural finish and open lattice base create an airy, organic presence, while the gently curved arms and tailored proportions lend a sense of structure and polish. Rooted in tropical and colonial design traditions, this settee reinterprets vintage rattan seating...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Country Settees

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Louis XV Mahogany Carved Settee, Canape / Sofa, Floral Silk Upholstery
Louis XV Mahogany Carved Settee, Canape / Sofa, Floral Silk Upholstery

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 Style Canape or Settee having a walnut solid wood frame circa 1940 recently recovered...

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Settees

Materials

Wood

Italian Designer Sofa in New Green Velvet and Brass Tipps, 1950s
Italian Designer Sofa in New Green Velvet and Brass Tipps, 1950s

Italian Designer Sofa in New Green Velvet and Brass Tipps, 1950s

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Italian Designer Sofa in New Green Velvet and Brass Tipps, 1950s Magnificent Italian mid-century sofa original from the 1950s. Equipped with the original stiletto metal feet painted...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Metal, Brass

Continental Neoclassical Painted Settee with Orientalist Scenes, c. 1830
Continental Neoclassical Painted Settee with Orientalist Scenes, c. 1830

Continental Neoclassical Painted Settee with Orientalist Scenes, c. 1830

Located in Savannah, GA

Continental Neoclassical carved, painted, and parcel‑gilt settee with vasiform backs painted with Orientalist oil scenes, circa 1830. The scrolling frame with downswept arms and tape...

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1830s Neoclassical Antique Settees

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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.