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Antique French Entry Bench Settee Trunk Renaissance Revival Dark Walnut c1890s
Antique French Entry Bench Settee Trunk Renaissance Revival Dark Walnut c1890s

Antique French Entry Bench Settee Trunk Renaissance Revival Dark Walnut c1890s

Located in Tyler, TX

HANDSOME Antique Dark Walnut French Renaissance Revival Bench or Settee with Lift Top Seat~~PAW FEET~~c. late 19th C These benches are always in high demand! Versatile size easy t...

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1890s French Renaissance Revival Antique Settees

Materials

Walnut

19th C. French Louis XV Style Mahogany and Needlepoint Tapestry Settee
19th C. French Louis XV Style Mahogany and Needlepoint Tapestry Settee

19th C. French Louis XV Style Mahogany and Needlepoint Tapestry Settee

Located in Germantown, MD

A French Louis XV style Settee features walnut frame with carved foliate, floral and scroll decoration; upholstered in pictorial needlepoint tapestry depicting courting scene in gard...

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Mid-19th Century American Louis XV Antique Settees

Materials

Tapestry, Upholstery, Walnut

Louis XV Style Giltwood Chaise Longue
Louis XV Style Giltwood Chaise Longue

Louis XV Style Giltwood Chaise Longue

Located in Pembroke, MA

Elegant French Louis XV style giltwood chaise longue, with nicely-carved flower cartouches on the head and foot, floral carvings on the seat rail and other rococo ornaments. Upholstered in lovely silk lampas fabric...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Settees

Materials

Gesso, Silk, Upholstery, Giltwood

Rare Scandinavian Modern Walnut Settee by Collection Emond
Rare Scandinavian Modern Walnut Settee by Collection Emond

Rare Scandinavian Modern Walnut Settee by Collection Emond

Located in Stamford, CT

At a Glance: We believe this is a one-of-a-kind Scandinavian Design as our research has not presented an identical match. This settee is a delight to view from every angle, making ...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Faux Fur, Walnut

Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Serpentine Settee Sofa Loveseat
Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Serpentine Settee Sofa Loveseat

Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Serpentine Settee Sofa Loveseat

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Serpentine Frame Settee with Gold Dragon Upholstery and Down Filled Cushion. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 33.5" H x 50" W x 31"...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Settees

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Hand-Carved Moroccan Moorish Sofa Settee with Gold Upholstery, 1930
Hand-Carved Moroccan Moorish Sofa Settee with Gold Upholstery, 1930

Hand-Carved Moroccan Moorish Sofa Settee with Gold Upholstery, 1930

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Moroccan Moorish Arabian Sofa Settee. Fabulous one of a kind Moorish Middle Eastern, handcrafted Settee, finely hand-carved and inlaid. Nice hand carve...

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19th Century Maghreb Moorish Antique Settees

Materials

Walnut

Wavy Back Sofa Upholstered in Pure Mohair
Wavy Back Sofa Upholstered in Pure Mohair

Wavy Back Sofa Upholstered in Pure Mohair

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

An elegant modern scallop back 3 person sofa upholstered in a premium, soft, green grey pure mohair fabric. Also available in bespoke widths and in COM - please enquire. Fast ship...

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2010s British Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Restored Frankl Style Rattan 5-Strand Square Pretzel Setional Settee Sofa
Restored Frankl Style Rattan 5-Strand Square Pretzel Setional Settee Sofa

Restored Frankl Style Rattan 5-Strand Square Pretzel Setional Settee Sofa

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This restored mid-century rattan five-strand square pretzel three-seat sectional settee with sectional pieces showcases timeless charm styled after the design made famous by Paul Fra...

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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Settees

Materials

Rattan

Indonesian Carved Teak Wood Farmhouse Hall Entry Bench 65"
Indonesian Carved Teak Wood Farmhouse Hall Entry Bench 65"

Indonesian Carved Teak Wood Farmhouse Hall Entry Bench 65"

Located in Dayton, OH

Early 20th century Indonesian / Indian country / farmhouse / colonial bench seat or settee. Made of teak featuring ladderback design with carved floral acanthus paneled back and Jim...

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Early 20th Century Anglo-Indian Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Modern Gio Ponti Style Window Benches or Settees
Modern Gio Ponti Style Window Benches or Settees

Modern Gio Ponti Style Window Benches or Settees

By Gio Ponti

Located in Rome, IT

Modern walnut sculpted and brass sabot benches or settees inspired by Gio Ponti the famous Italian Mid - Century designer . Floating cushion newly upholstered on top of solid brass ...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Wood

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Krefeld Settee or Sofa in Dark Brown Leather for Knoll
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Krefeld Settee or Sofa in Dark Brown Leather for Knoll

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Krefeld Settee or Sofa in Dark Brown Leather for Knoll

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in St. Louis, MO

Architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe designed Krefeld settee in a rich dark brown leather for Knoll. Recent 2009 production based on his 1930s designs for the Esters and Lange residenc...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Leather, Wood

19th century French LXVI Style Gilt-wood Settee in Aubusson Tapestry Upholstery
19th century French LXVI Style Gilt-wood Settee in Aubusson Tapestry Upholstery

19th century French LXVI Style Gilt-wood Settee in Aubusson Tapestry Upholstery

Located in Charleston, SC

Charming small 19th century gilt wood Settee richly upholstered in hand-woven Aubusson tapestry.

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Settees

Materials

Tapestry, Giltwood

Large 19th Century English Giltwood Settee
Large 19th Century English Giltwood Settee

Large 19th Century English Giltwood Settee

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Large 19th Century English giltwood settee on original castors.  Upholstered in ‘Womad’ Lewis and Wood fabric, with a strong seat and deep back. The curved top rail gently tapering ...

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19th Century English Antique Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Giltwood

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

Ico Parisi Settee, 1950's
Ico Parisi Settee, 1950's

Ico Parisi Settee, 1950's

$13,440Sale Price|20% Off

Ico Parisi Settee, 1950's

By Ico Parisi, Ariberto Colombo

Located in New York, NY

Settee by Ico Parisi, c. 1950. This tailored sculptural settee is as stylish as it is comfortable. Poised yet relaxed, the contours of this sofa are remarkably body conscious and nat...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Wood

Fine Vintage Italian Walnut & Cane Settee With Cushion
Fine Vintage Italian Walnut & Cane Settee With Cushion

Fine Vintage Italian Walnut & Cane Settee With Cushion

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Fine Italian triple chair-back design with solid vase splats having carved details and a gently curving top rail. The Bench elegant out-scrolling arms and sits on six tapered sabre l...

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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Settees

Materials

Other

Georgian Walnut Settee
Georgian Walnut Settee

Georgian Walnut Settee

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine early George III walnut settee of very graphic form, the square back over deep seat having gentle scrolled arms, the square legs with original brass castors and having dramatic ...

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1760s English George III Antique Settees

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Antique Louis XV Style Painted and Gilt Settee (2 Available)
Antique Louis XV Style Painted and Gilt Settee (2 Available)

Antique Louis XV Style Painted and Gilt Settee (2 Available)

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Antique Louis XV Style Painted and Gilt Settee. This is one of a pair and priced individually. Newly upholstered in a blue velvet fabric. Cream painted frame with gilt accents on typ...

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Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Settees

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Paint

Rare Pair Swedish Biedermeier Style Sofas Couch Empire 20th C 172cm 3-4 Seat A
Rare Pair Swedish Biedermeier Style Sofas Couch Empire 20th C 172cm 3-4 Seat A

Rare Pair Swedish Biedermeier Style Sofas Couch Empire 20th C 172cm 3-4 Seat A

Located in Lewes, England

Rare pair of Swedish Biedermeier Empire style sofas from latter part of 20th Century in top grade birch in a light oak French polish finish. Its very unusual indeed to find a mat...

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Late 20th Century Swedish Biedermeier Settees

Materials

Birch

A Stunning Three Seater Sofa in the Aviator Style
A Stunning Three Seater Sofa in the Aviator Style

A Stunning Three Seater Sofa in the Aviator Style

Located in Dublin, IE

A stunning three seater leather and walnut framed contemporary sofa in the aviator style, of fabulous quality and with gorgeous patination and grain. Bea...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Settees

Materials

Leather, Wood

Modernist 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel "Kauai" Rattan Settee Sofa
Modernist 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel "Kauai" Rattan Settee Sofa

Modernist 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel "Kauai" Rattan Settee Sofa

Located in Van Nuys, CA

New old stock 3-strand ¾ rattan loveseat sofa "Kauai" Sofa featuring 3/4 pretzel chair arms with loop center feet. Add that mid-20th-century Hawaiian charm and timeless tropical vibe...

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1990s American Settees

Materials

Rattan

Branda Leather Bench by Enrico Tonucci
Branda Leather Bench by Enrico Tonucci

Branda Leather Bench by Enrico Tonucci

By Manifestodesign

Located in Milan, IT

The origins of this product are as old as time, and most likely this was once a travel bed. This bench is made of solid black hickory, with a seat in full-g...

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2010s Italian Settees

Materials

Leather, Hickory

Scandinavian Folke Ohlsson Teak Settee in Jack Lenor Larsen "Caravan" Velvet
Scandinavian Folke Ohlsson Teak Settee in Jack Lenor Larsen "Caravan" Velvet

Scandinavian Folke Ohlsson Teak Settee in Jack Lenor Larsen "Caravan" Velvet

By Fritz Hansen, Folke Ohlsson, Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Scandinavian Modern settee by Swedish designer, Folke Ohlsson for Fritz Hansen upholstered in Jack Lenor Larsen "Caravan" cotton velvet fabric (ca. 1960s, Denmark). Delightful, dimi...

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1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

English 19th Century Carved Hardwood Settee with Grain Sack Upholstery
English 19th Century Carved Hardwood Settee with Grain Sack Upholstery

English 19th Century Carved Hardwood Settee with Grain Sack Upholstery

Located in Atlanta, GA

This 19th-century English settee blends subtle elegance with rustic character, featuring a solid hardwood frame and openwork apron detailing beneath the seat. The backrest and seat a...

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19th Century English Antique Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Empire-Style Swan Settee in Olive Velvet
Empire-Style Swan Settee in Olive Velvet

Empire-Style Swan Settee in Olive Velvet

Located in Fort Washington, MD

Elegant and sculptural, this vintage Empire-style settee features a finely carved mahogany frame highlighted by gilt and ebonized swan armrests—an iconic neoclassical motif symbolizi...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Empire Revival Settees

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Hollywood Regency Round Banquet Settee Tufted Lobby Sofa in Bouclé, 1980s
Hollywood Regency Round Banquet Settee Tufted Lobby Sofa in Bouclé, 1980s

Hollywood Regency Round Banquet Settee Tufted Lobby Sofa in Bouclé, 1980s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and elegant Hollywood Regency round banquet settee tufted lobby sofa. Striking Italian design from the 1980s. Original wooden frame, re-upholstered in premium white bouclé. ...

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1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Settees

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Bouclé, Wood

Elaborate Wicker Reception Chair by Wakefield Rattan Co., 1890
Elaborate Wicker Reception Chair by Wakefield Rattan Co., 1890

Elaborate Wicker Reception Chair by Wakefield Rattan Co., 1890

By Wakefield Rattan Company

Located in Nashua, NH

A beautiful and elaborately designed and decorated wicker reception chair, American, C, 1890 in very good condition. This elaborately decorated seating piece was a multi tasker and ...

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1890s American Victorian Antique Settees

Materials

Wicker, Reed, Wood

Large 20th Century English Mahogany Settee
Large 20th Century English Mahogany Settee

Large 20th Century English Mahogany Settee

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Large early 20th Century English Edwardian period three-seat Mahogany Country house Settee. Richly carved with fine detailing standing on lion paw feet with anklets offered in great ...

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Early 20th Century French Country Settees

Materials

Ormolu

Wavy / Scallop Back Sofa, Upholstered in Pure Mohair
Wavy / Scallop Back Sofa, Upholstered in Pure Mohair

Wavy / Scallop Back Sofa, Upholstered in Pure Mohair

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

An elegant modern scallop back sofa upholstered in a premium, soft, green grey pure mohair fabric. Listed measurments are approximate. Available in bespoke widths and in COM - ple...

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2010s British Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Old Hickory Child's Settee in Suede Leather Seat
Old Hickory Child's Settee in Suede Leather Seat

Old Hickory Child's Settee in Suede Leather Seat

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Old Hickory Child's settee in sued /leather seat & backing.The condition is very good and sturdy. Newly upholstered in suede.

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1940s Baltic Adirondack Vintage Settees

Materials

Leather, Hickory

Vintage 1960's Wicker Rattan Patio Lounge Settee in Cohama Fabric
Vintage 1960's Wicker Rattan Patio Lounge Settee in Cohama Fabric

Vintage 1960's Wicker Rattan Patio Lounge Settee in Cohama Fabric

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Wonderfully sculpted cane rattan lounge settee. Circa 1960's. Newly refinished and upholstered in 1950's Cohama "Belvedere" screen print fabric. No breaks or damage.

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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Bohemian Settees

Materials

Rattan, Wicker

Paul McCobb Curvaceous Wing Back Settee or Sofa Refinished Reupholstered
Paul McCobb Curvaceous Wing Back Settee or Sofa Refinished Reupholstered

Paul McCobb Curvaceous Wing Back Settee or Sofa Refinished Reupholstered

By Paul McCobb

Located in Atlanta, GA

Curvaceous Wing back settee or sofa, designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, American, circa 1950s. This sofa is currently being refinished and reupholstered and can be completed in...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Important Maison Jansen Velvet and Gilt Canapé, c. 1930s, Signed
Important Maison Jansen Velvet and Gilt Canapé, c. 1930s, Signed

Important Maison Jansen Velvet and Gilt Canapé, c. 1930s, Signed

By Maison Jansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful Maison Jansen settee in emerald green velvet and gilt frame, signed underneath with remnants of Jansen stamp. Incredible collectors piece, wi...

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1930s French Neoclassical Vintage Settees

Materials

Wood, Velvet

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

18th Century Spanish Pyrenean Mountain Bench
18th Century Spanish Pyrenean Mountain Bench

18th Century Spanish Pyrenean Mountain Bench

Located in London, GB

A large late 18th century bench from the Pyrenees Mountains in northern Aragon. Primitively constructed from dark, heavily patinated pine timber - a one-off piece, likely built for a...

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Late 18th Century Spanish Antique Settees

Materials

Pine

Hans Ell for 't Spectrum Settee in Chrome and Grey Upholstery
Hans Ell for 't Spectrum Settee in Chrome and Grey Upholstery

Hans Ell for 't Spectrum Settee in Chrome and Grey Upholstery

By Hans Elli, 't Spectrum Bergeijk

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Hans Ell for 't Spectrum, sofa or settee, model 'sz18', chrome-plated metal, fabric, The Netherlands, 1970-71 This sofa is designed by Hans Ell for 't Spectrum. A rare model, as th...

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Two Seater No. 1 - Fluentum Series by Raka Studio, with Velvet Upholstery
Two Seater No. 1 - Fluentum Series by Raka Studio, with Velvet Upholstery

Two Seater No. 1 - Fluentum Series by Raka Studio, with Velvet Upholstery

By Raka Studio

Located in Cape Girardeau, MO

This piece features a unique design element where the main frame and the inner layers of wood converge to create the back-rest of the piece in a natural flow. The legs of the sofa se...

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2010s Unknown Organic Modern Settees

Materials

Velvet, Ash, Bentwood

Guillerme & Chambron Sofa in Teal Upholstery
Guillerme & Chambron Sofa in Teal Upholstery

Guillerme & Chambron Sofa in Teal Upholstery

By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Guillerme & Chambron, sofa, oak, fabric, France, 1960s Beautiful two-seat settee by Guillerme & Chambron, in solid oak. The back of the seat has been beautifully finished with woode...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Settees

Materials

Fabric, Oak

1970 Louis XV Style Curved Settee with Quilted Flamestitch Upholstery
1970 Louis XV Style Curved Settee with Quilted Flamestitch Upholstery

1970 Louis XV Style Curved Settee with Quilted Flamestitch Upholstery

Located in Morristown, NJ

A vintage Louis XV style curved settee with carved wood details. The sofa was upholstered in 1970 in flamestitch cotton fabric in a blue and peach colorway. The fabric has been hand quilted following the contours of the flamestitch pattern. The seat cushion insert made by A. Blum Feather Corp. of Hoboken, NJ contains 50/50 down and goose feathers. The attached tag indicates a Feb 5, 1970 delivery date for the insert. The double sided seat...

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1970s American Louis XV Vintage Settees

Materials

Cotton, Upholstery, Wood

Original Custom Mid-Century Settee with Dedar Milano Upholstery
Original Custom Mid-Century Settee with Dedar Milano Upholstery

Original Custom Mid-Century Settee with Dedar Milano Upholstery

Located in New York, NY

Charming custom made mid-century style settee in Dedar Milano fabric Nouvelles Vagues. Crafted with comfort and style in mind, this couch is a one of a kind piece designed by the tea...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Velvet, Wood

French 19th Century Directoire Settee
French 19th Century Directoire Settee

French 19th Century Directoire Settee

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A sumptuous French 19th century settee, Directoire in style, with original painted finish of French gray-blue and spruce green. The tightly upholstered seatback and bench seat is don...

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19th Century French Directoire Antique Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Svante Skogh, Freestanding Sofa in Floral Fabric, Swedish Modern, 1940s
Svante Skogh, Freestanding Sofa in Floral Fabric, Swedish Modern, 1940s

Svante Skogh, Freestanding Sofa in Floral Fabric, Swedish Modern, 1940s

A refined and expressive Swedish sofa designed by Svante Skogh for Förenade Möbler, Linköping, mid-20th century. This elegant piece features upholstered cushions paired with a staine...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Beech

1870 s French Gilt Wood Louis XVI Settee
1870 s French Gilt Wood Louis XVI Settee

1870 s French Gilt Wood Louis XVI Settee

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1870s Carved gilt wood Louis XVI French settee. Upholstery is about 12 years old.

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1870s Antique Settees

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Metal Mesh Settee in the Style of Russell Woodard
Mid-Century Modern Metal Mesh Settee in the Style of Russell Woodard

Mid-Century Modern Metal Mesh Settee in the Style of Russell Woodard

By Woodard Furniture Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A striking mid-century modern metal mesh loveseat featuring a sculptural silhouette and airy architectural form. Constructed from expanded steel mesh over a tubular steel frame, this...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Iron

Late 18th C Swedish Rococo Painted Banquette
Late 18th C Swedish Rococo Painted Banquette

Late 18th C Swedish Rococo Painted Banquette

Located in New Orleans, LA

Graceful and inviting, this late 18th-century Swedish Rococo settee embodies the understated elegance for which Swedish interiors are so admired. Its beautifully sculpted serpentine ...

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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Settees

Materials

Textile, Wood

Art Nouveau Salon Suite by Gauthier-Poinsignon
Art Nouveau Salon Suite by Gauthier-Poinsignon

Art Nouveau Salon Suite by Gauthier-Poinsignon

By Atelier Gauthier Poinsignon

Located in Hanover, MA

Period French Art Nouveau salon suite consisting of a solid molded, ribbed and carved "aux pavots" settee and pair of side chairs in mahogany by Camille Gauthier & Paul Poinsignon wi...

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Settees

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery

Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau "Ombellifères" Settee and Side Chairs
Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau "Ombellifères" Settee and Side Chairs

Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau "Ombellifères" Settee and Side Chairs

By Louis Majorelle

Located in New York, NY

A French Art Nouveau carved wood "Ombellifères" suite, consisting of two armchairs and a settee, by Louis Majorelle. The suite is hand carved with capitals of Berce des Prés (Hogweed...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Settees

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century American Sycamore Loveseat with Floral Upholstery, 1960
Mid-Century American Sycamore Loveseat with Floral Upholstery, 1960

Mid-Century American Sycamore Loveseat with Floral Upholstery, 1960

Located in Queens, NY

American 1960s sycamore loveseat having a seat and back upholstered in a light yellow floral pattern with an X-stretcher base and back.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Sycamore, Wood

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.