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RENAISSANCE STYLE

Spanning an era of cultural rebirth in Europe that harkened back to antiquity, the Renaissance was a time of change in design. From the late 1400s to the early 1600s, Rome, Venice and Florence emerged as artistic centers through the expansion of global trade and a humanist belief in the arts being central to society. Antique Renaissance furniture was ornately carved from sturdy woods like walnut, its details standing out against the tapestries and stained glass adorning the walls.

Renaissance chests, which were frequently commissioned for marriages, were often decorated with gilding or painted elements. Those that were known as cassoni were crafted in shapes based on classical sarcophagi. As opposed to the medieval era, when furniture was pared down to the necessities, a wide range of Renaissance chairs, tables and cabinets were created for the home, and the designs regularly referenced ancient Rome.

Large torchères of the Renaissance era that were used as floor lamps were inspired by classical candelabras, while marble surfaces evoked frescoes. The inlaid boxes being imported from the Middle East informed the intarsia technique, which involved varying hues of wood in mosaic-like patterns, such as those by architect Giuliano da Maiano in the Florence Cathedral.

Tapestry-woven cushion covers accented the variety of Renaissance seating — from conversation to study chairs — while bookcases for secular use reflected the migration of culture and knowledge from the church into the home. The aesthetics of the Italian Renaissance later spread to France through the publishing of work by renowned designers, including Hugues Sambin and Jacques Androuet du Cerceau. Centuries later, the 19th-century Renaissance Revival would see a return to this influential style.

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Style: Renaissance
Antique Italian Renaissance Revival Walnut Carved Parlor Settee Loveseat 60"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Italian Neo-Renaissance parlor settee / loveseat / bench, circa 1870s. Made of walnut featuring Neoclassical styling with high relief figural carvings of cherubs / puttis, N...
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1870s Antique Renaissance Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Antique Italian Renaissance Revival Walnut Carved Parlor Settee Loveseat 60"
Antique Italian Renaissance Revival Walnut Carved Parlor Settee Loveseat 60"

Antique Italian Renaissance Revival Walnut Carved Parlor Settee Loveseat 60"

$3,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Italian Renaissance Walnut Savonarola Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Renaissance style carved walnut Savonarola style loveseat with carved heads, 19th-20th century.
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19th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Settees

Materials

Walnut

Italian Renaissance Walnut Savonarola Loveseat
Italian Renaissance Walnut Savonarola Loveseat

Italian Renaissance Walnut Savonarola Loveseat

$5,000
20th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning antique Spanish Renaissance walnut bench, called "escaño" in Spain, believed to date back to the early 19th century. Heavy pieces of solid walnut in back and seat with bevel...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Renaissance Settees

Materials

Walnut

20th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"
20th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"

20th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"

$4,490
20th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning antique Spanish Renaissance walnut bench, called "escaño" in Spain, believed to date back to the early 20th century. The piece has a deep reliefs hand-carved back that featu...
Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Renaissance Settees

Materials

Walnut

20th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"
20th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"

20th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"

$3,592 Sale Price
20% Off
20th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning antique Spanish Renaissance walnut bench, called "escaño" in Spain, believed to date back to the early 20th century. The piece has a deep reliefs hand-carved back that featu...
Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Renaissance Settees

Materials

Walnut

20th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"
20th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"

20th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"

$4,490
Three Seat Federal Style Chair
Located in Annville, PA
This high quality, hand carved Three Seat Federal Style Chair from Niagara Furniture features some of the most detailed carving available anywhere on the market today. Beautifully fi...
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2010s Unknown Renaissance Settees

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Three Seat Federal Style Chair
Three Seat Federal Style Chair

Three Seat Federal Style Chair

$2,695
French 18th Century Style Leather Settee
Located in Westwood, NJ
The warm tones of brown traditional leather paired with large brass nailhead decorations create a striking visual appeal. Transform your living space into a haven of sophistication. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Renaissance Settees

Materials

Leather, Wood

French 18th Century Style Leather Settee
French 18th Century Style Leather Settee

French 18th Century Style Leather Settee

$2,457 / item
Bench European Carvings 18th Century Rare Europe
Located in New York, NY
Bench rare European carvings 18th century rare Europe. A very rare bench made during 18th century in Europe. A few parts have been restored.  
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Early 18th Century European Antique Renaissance Settees

Materials

Wood

Bench European Carvings 18th Century Rare Europe
Bench European Carvings 18th Century Rare Europe

Bench European Carvings 18th Century Rare Europe

$12,000
Italian 19th century Renaissance st. Ebony and Bone inlayed Settee
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A most decorative and handsome Italian 19th century Renaissance st. Ebony and Bone inlayed Settee. This exquisite settee is raised on eight mottled l...
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19th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Settees

Materials

Bone, Ebony

Italian 19th century Renaissance st. Ebony and Bone inlayed Settee
Italian 19th century Renaissance st. Ebony and Bone inlayed Settee

Italian 19th century Renaissance st. Ebony and Bone inlayed Settee

$24,800
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1940s Kaare Klint Three Seater Sofa, Hardwood Legs & Striped Wool Upholstery
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Danish Midcentury Settee or Loveseat by Peter Hvidt, 1950's
By Peter Hvidt, Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
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Danish Midcentury Settee or Loveseat by Peter Hvidt, 1950's
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H 31.5 in W 50 in D 29 in
ViNTAGE HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER ART DECO THREE SEAT SOFA FEATHER FILLED SEAT
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
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ViNTAGE HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER ART DECO THREE SEAT SOFA FEATHER FILLED SEAT
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$3,805
H 28.94 in W 69.69 in D 38.39 in
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Louis XVI Bench in Walnut and Straw Seat
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
This exquisite Italian antique bench, crafted in the late 18th century during the Louis XVI era, embodies the elegance and simplicity characteristic of this historical period. Its de...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Louis XVI Bench in Walnut and Straw Seat
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Louis XVI Bench in Walnut and Straw Seat

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French Three-Seat Conversation Sofa
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
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19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Carved Walnut Antique Settee
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19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Carved Walnut Antique Settee

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'Bounty' Leather Loveseat by L. Davanzati for The Pace Collection, 1980s
By Pace Collection, Elam, Lorenzo Forges Davanzati
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A lovely example of the 'Bounty' series two-seat loveseat / settee by The Pace Collection in the early 1980s, this deep seated channel-tufted loveseat sofa was designed by L. Davantazi produced by Elam and retailed by The Pace Collection. Perfect for a cigar, whiskey or wine lounge or any space that can use something a bit modern yet still refined and classy. *Note, we have the matching club lounge chair and three-seater couch in another listing. Last two photos show the entire set. See our other listings or contact us for more details if you wish to create a living room or office / hotel lobby set. This channel-tufted leather love seat retains its original supple leather upholstery in an intriguing deep burgundy-brown color, almost like dark-cognac with beautiful lightly aged leather patina. The sumptuous seats are encased in a dark colored lacquer, providing an attractive modern contrast with the rich and elegant leather. This two-seater sofa has casters for ease of relocation according to occasion and mood or to better suit a view. The back is finished with tufted leather making this loveseat look incredible when floating in a room with the back exposed. Curved Art Deco styled arms lend 1980s juxtaposition and character to any room. Similar in style to the Saratoga Sofa by Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova 1970s, but at a fraction of the price. Plus something you don't get with the Saratoga sofa is the refined style of the elegant channel-tufted leather cushions on this Bounty loveseat sofa by The Pace Collection. The Pace Collection also offered the highly sought after collection by Guido Faleschini such as the Tucroma chair which is an interior designer and 20th century Modern design collector's favorite go to chair. Another example is the wild 1970s bed that featured interior design magazine covers when Lenny Kravitz home was featured with the Mariani bed...
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American Victorian Wicker Loveseat
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Located in Southampton, NJ
Antique American Victorian natural wicker high back loveseat with spindles and bobbins on back and apron. New custom cushion upholstered in art N...
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Early 20th Century American Renaissance Settees

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American Victorian Wicker Loveseat
American Victorian Wicker Loveseat

American Victorian Wicker Loveseat

$2,800
H 39 in W 40 in D 22 in
Antique Italian Bench Settee Entry Hall Foyer Renaissance Revival Oak 19th C
Located in Tyler, TX
Beautiful carved oak Antique Italian Renaissance revival bench or settee with lift top seat~~c. 1880s Highly carved~~these benches are always in high demand Versatile piece wit...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Settees

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Oak

Antique Italian Bench Settee Entry Hall Foyer Renaissance Revival Oak 19th C
Antique Italian Bench Settee Entry Hall Foyer Renaissance Revival Oak 19th C

Antique Italian Bench Settee Entry Hall Foyer Renaissance Revival Oak 19th C

$3,500
H 61.5 in W 71.5 in D 19 in
Laurel Settee, Modern Walnut Windsor Style Bench
By Carter Ellis
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A clean modernization of a Classic Windsor bench, this settee features sculpted legs and slats instead of dowels and spindles. Constructed from sustainable walnut, the settee is artisan crafted with traditional joinery and finished with an all-natural, 100% plant-based, hard-wax oil. "The Laurel Settee...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Renaissance Settees

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Laurel Settee, Modern Walnut Windsor Style Bench

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20th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"
Located in Miami, FL
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Early 20th Century Spanish Renaissance Settees

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20th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"
20th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"

20th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"

H 43.51 in W 56.3 in D 21.46 in
19th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"
Located in Miami, FL
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Early 19th Century Spanish Antique Renaissance Settees

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19th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"
19th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"

19th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"

H 38.98 in W 53.15 in D 21.07 in
19th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning antique Spanish Renaissance walnut bench, called "escaño" in Spain, believed to date back to the early 19th century. The piece has a deep reliefs hand-carved back that featu...
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Early 19th Century Spanish Antique Renaissance Settees

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Walnut

19th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"
19th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"

19th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"

H 38.98 in W 53.15 in D 21.07 in
19th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning antique Spanish Renaissance walnut bench, called "escaño" in Spain, believed to date back to the early 19th century. The piece has a deep reliefs hand-carved back that featu...
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Early 19th Century Spanish Antique Renaissance Settees

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Walnut

19th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"
19th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"

19th Century Spanish Renaissance Carved Walnut Bench Banquette "Escaño"

H 30.32 in W 48.23 in D 16.54 in
19th Century French Carved Oak Renaissance Altar Throne Chair Bench Gothic
Located in Shreveport, LA
Direct from France, a highly ornate altar bench, with exquisite hand carved details~ ~It’s hard to describe all the carvings, just look closely at the pho...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Renaissance Settees

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Oak

19th Century French Carved Oak Renaissance Altar Throne Chair Bench Gothic
19th Century French Carved Oak Renaissance Altar Throne Chair Bench Gothic

19th Century French Carved Oak Renaissance Altar Throne Chair Bench Gothic

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19th century French Carved Oak Hall Bench Pew Gothic Breton Renaissance Settle
Located in Shreveport, LA
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19th century French Carved Oak Hall Bench Pew Gothic Breton Renaissance Settle
19th century French Carved Oak Hall Bench Pew Gothic Breton Renaissance Settle

19th century French Carved Oak Hall Bench Pew Gothic Breton Renaissance Settle

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Antique English Carved Oak Hall Bench Trunk Chest Settle Toy Box Pew Chair
Located in Shreveport, LA
Direct from England, a lovely carving completely covers this versatile antique English hall bench! ~3.5 ft. length, high back with scalloped carved upper and fully carved dual panels in a traditional English motif~ ~Lower front bench...
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Antique English Carved Oak Hall Bench Trunk Chest Settle Toy Box Pew Chair
Antique English Carved Oak Hall Bench Trunk Chest Settle Toy Box Pew Chair

Antique English Carved Oak Hall Bench Trunk Chest Settle Toy Box Pew Chair

H 47 in W 42 in D 22 in
Antique French Carved Oak Hall Bench Chest Gothic Settle Pew Renaissance
Located in Shreveport, LA
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Antique French Carved Oak Hall Bench Chest Gothic Settle Pew Renaissance
Antique French Carved Oak Hall Bench Chest Gothic Settle Pew Renaissance

Antique French Carved Oak Hall Bench Chest Gothic Settle Pew Renaissance

H 57.75 in W 54 in D 20 in
19th Century Antique French Carved Oak Hall Bench Chest Renaissance Lion Breton
Located in Shreveport, LA
Direct from France, outstanding antique carved French bench, one of the most elaborately carved oak Renaissance hall benches we have found in years and definitely a piece of art! ~M...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Renaissance Settees

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19th Century Antique French Carved Oak Hall Bench Chest Renaissance Lion Breton
19th Century Antique French Carved Oak Hall Bench Chest Renaissance Lion Breton

19th Century Antique French Carved Oak Hall Bench Chest Renaissance Lion Breton

H 43.75 in W 61.25 in L 43.75 in
Pair of Italian Painted Armorial Cassapanca
Located in Dallas, TX
Popular during the late middle ages, the Italian Cassapanca emerged from a combination of the cassone (a low chest with lid) and a panca (bench with...
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20th Century Italian Renaissance Settees

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Wood

Pair of Italian Painted Armorial Cassapanca
Pair of Italian Painted Armorial Cassapanca

Pair of Italian Painted Armorial Cassapanca

H 61.5 in W 62.375 in D 17.5 in
Antique Five-Piece French Renaissance Parlour Suite, circa 1920
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Antique French Renaissance five-piece parlour suite, circa 1920. In very good condition, with lovely carvings on the arms and legs. Comfortable, solid, a...
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Early 20th Century French Renaissance Settees

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Antique Five-Piece French Renaissance Parlour Suite, circa 1920
Antique Five-Piece French Renaissance Parlour Suite, circa 1920

Antique Five-Piece French Renaissance Parlour Suite, circa 1920

H 46 in W 68 in D 24 in
Uber Elegant Pair of Maitland-Smith Giltwood and Velvet Loveseats
By Maitland Smith
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant pair of gorgeous giltwood framed loveseats with Italian antique style, upholstered in a neutral taupey velvet. One of the loveseats has minor irregularity to the velvet. W...
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Early 2000s American Renaissance Settees

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Uber Elegant Pair of Maitland-Smith Giltwood and Velvet Loveseats
Uber Elegant Pair of Maitland-Smith Giltwood and Velvet Loveseats

Uber Elegant Pair of Maitland-Smith Giltwood and Velvet Loveseats

H 38 in W 59 in D 24 in

Renaissance settees for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Renaissance settees for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Early 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage settees created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Renaissance settees made in a specific country, there are Europe, Spain, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for settees differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,900 and tops out at $12,000 while the average work can sell for $4,296.

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