18th Century Sofas

An intricately carved Swedish Gustavian tragsofa featuring a decorative hand carved Guilloché scrolling apron. Decorative fleurons sit atop fluted tapered legs. This piece has been t...

Sofa bench Swedish Baroque Period 1650-1750 brown black, Sweden. A sofa bench made during the Baroque Period 1650-1750 in Sweden / Northern Europe. The seat has been reupholstered in...

Elegant hand-carved solid walnut sofa. Its shape is distinguished by the wavy lines of the backrest and armrests, while the legs, characterized by a slightly curved truncated pyramid...

A French Louis XVI period carved walnut canapé en corbeille from the late 18th century, with carved roses and upholstery. Created in France during the last quarter of the 18th centur...

An 18th century Italian Venetian sofa with removable back. This antique sofa from Italy, just over 6 feet in length, features a beautiful wood trimmed lines throughout; the flat-edged wooden crest...

18th century Italian Louis XVI painted and parcel gilt loveseat. 18th century Italian Louis XVI painted and parcel gilt loveseat, sofa, settee or divanetto. This stunning Italian lo...

This exquisite 18th Century Swedish Trag sofa is a beautiful blend of comfort and historical elegance. The sofa showcases the understated sophistication typical of Swedish design fro...

An 18th Century French Walnut Sofa of Beautiful Colour. An 18th-century French walnut show wood arm sofa, crafted with exceptional attention to detail ...

Wonderful NEW Wood & Hogan Chippendale style mahogany sofa with bold scroll arms and accentuated curves on moulded legs with stop flute detail. Bench cushion luxuriously filled w...

A Wood & Hogan sofa with a disciplined elegance for the special home. From a branch of the family of the Queen Mother of England came the original of this magnificent Hepplewhite sofa which stood in the ancestral...

Italian late 18th century grey painted Rococo sofa Complimentary delivery to most areas of London, UK.

Italian 18th century rococo carved walnut sofa or canape Standing on four cabriole legs with stylized foliage a carved rocaille shaped apron with a padded seat. The padded back with a carved wooden frame decorated with acanthus leaf scrolls and a cresting centered by a large rocaille. The carving presents elegance and movement in a vivid manner with powerful rocaille carving as is characteristic of Italian Rococo furniture...

Bench Sweden 18th rustic century original paint, Sweden. A bench made during the 18th century in Sweden. Original dark red paint.

Toscana, end of '700 beginning '800 In walnut Legs in the typical shape of the Tuscan direttorio with carved and gilded wood flower Restored Dimensions: cm L194 x D63 x H96 Sea...

French sofa or canape directoire with elegantly moulded frame. It is grey and green painted and the original surface is wonderfully carved. The sofa is new upholstered with an comfor...

Ex Mallett London provenance. With an arched back with central carved rosette. Pristine green silk damask upholstery. Loose cushion seat with loose cushion. Circular tapered fluted l...

"18th Century Louis XVI Sofa – Carved and Gilded Wood, Original Joinery" Origin: France Date: 18th Century Dimensions: Width: 170 cm Depth: 80 cm Height: 90 cm Seat Height: 42 cm...

Museum quality pair of late 18th century Louis XVI neoclassical Canapes retaining their original Beauvais 18th century petit point needlework covers. The frames with neoclassical car...

A period 18th century Rococo sofa with carved decorative detailing to the top and along the front stretcher. Four cabriolet legs tapering to ball and claw...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale very rare, highly collectable Georgian circa 1780 sofa with ornately hand carved Claw & Ball legs that a...

In the opulent realm of 18th-century Dutch furniture, the rosewood sofa with intricate marquetry in fruitwood stands as an epitome of elegance and craftsmanship. Crafted during the height of the Dutch Golden Age, this sofa embodies the luxurious tastes of the era while also reflecting the mastery of Dutch artisans in woodworking and decorative arts. Rosewood, prized for its rich reddish-brown hue and fine grain, was a favored choice among affluent patrons of the 18th century. Its lustrous surface served as a canvas for the art of marquetry, a technique where delicate pieces of contrasting fruitwood are skillfully inlaid to create intricate designs. The marquetry adorning this sofa might depict scenes from nature, floral motifs, or even mythological narratives, showcasing the virtuosity of the craftsmen who brought these visions to life. During the 18th century, Dutch furniture experienced a period of remarkable innovation and refinement. Influenced by a blend of styles from across Europe, Dutch furniture of this time often featured a harmonious fusion of Baroque grandeur, Rococo whimsy, and Neoclassical symmetry. This eclectic mix resulted in pieces that were not only visually stunning but also functionally versatile, catering to the diverse needs and tastes of their owners. Investing in an 18th-century Dutch rosewood sofa with marquetry in fruitwood offers more than just a piece of furniture; it provides a tangible connection to a bygone era of prosperity and cultural flourishing. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, such a sofa represents a testament to the craftsmanship and ingenuity of Dutch artisans, whose skills continue to captivate admirers centuries later. Moreover, acquiring an antique Dutch sofa...

This magnificent French sofa, crafted in the late 18th to early 19th century (circa 1796-1825), evokes the esteemed style of Jacob-Desmalter, the renowned chairmaker and cabinetmaker...

A period 18th Century Swedish Rococo sofa with stylish carving and swept arms and back. Original paint with a wonderful worn patina. With its original seating sprung and in good con...

This fine sofa made in France circa 1750 is from the period of the reign of Louis XV. The carved beech wood frame is decorated with flowers and extensively modeled rails. The piece i...

Elegant and classic 18th century authentic Italian Neoclassical sofa that's part of a salon set with two armchairs or fauteuils, selling sepa...

An 18th Century Rococo Swedish tragsofa in refreshed original paint. Old but possibly not original cushions, recovered in plain linen.

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale very rare, highly collectable Georgian circa 1780 Salon settee or window seat with the original gold giltwoo...

A Swedish period Baroque three-chair back carved-wood sofa, with upholstered seat, from the 18th century. This fabulous hand carved wood bench features three carved back splats for resting, flanked within wood arm rests at each far end. The top rail is adorn with four finials...

A FINE AND RARE PAIR OF GEORGE III GREEN AND WHITE PAINTED SOFAS ATTRIBUTED TO JOHN LINNELL, CIRCA 1775. Dry-scraped back to their original paint. Provenance: by descent in the Dav...

A fine Federal mahogany inlaid sofa with an arched camel back, with scroll arms on six legs, the beautifully upholstered cushion backrest, seat, and arms ...

A fine Italian, 18th century parcel-gilt and turquoise painted caned canapé with a shaped back decorated with shell-carved crest, scrolling armrests on a serpentine seat on cabriole ...

Chinoiserie painted triple back canape in hues of red, gold, and turquoise with removable upholstered seat and back panels, 18th century, Italy.

A very rare and fine 18th Century canape with finely carved walnut legs and stretcher. The original petit point and needle point is in excellent condition for its age. Hoof feet mo...

A Swedish Baroque sofa with outward bending arms and hand-turned ends. The arched back crowns have simple scroll detailing. Notches line the conto...

4 Louis XVI walnut settees; from the second half of the 1700s. Perfect, nice size and proportions and the typical choked foot. Healthy structure, original upholstery Measurements: ...

Fantastic late 18th century Gustavian sofa. This lovely sofa has a great carved form which has been newly upholstered with simple ...

A fine Italian, 18th century parcel-gilt and turquoise painted caned canapé with a shaped back decorated with shell-carved crest, scrolling armrests on a serpentine seat on cabriole ...

Large late 18th Century George III giltwood sofa in the manner of James Wyatt. This sofa has a detailed frame that includes bellflowers and carved rosette...

Elegant Nord Italian finely carved 18th century painted canapé. Measures: cm 210 x 60 x 90 Provenance from an aristocratic Piedmontese estate.

18th century French pair of wooden upholstered armchairs.

Beautiful 18th century Italian sofa in carved walnut. Has the detail of an impish sprite in the carving at the centre of the backrest which, ...

Pair of sofas in carved walnut and lacquered chinoiserie, Venice, early 18th century. This rare and refined pair of sofas was made in Venice at the beginning of the 18th century, ...

Quidenham Park, the seat of the Earl of Albemarle, is a magnificent estate belonging to one of the great houses of England. Within the grand halls of this historic residence, you wil...

Louis XV Settee Epoch: 18th century Louis XV sofa, an elegant sofa from the art and refinement of the 18th century, made from walnut wood that lends an aura of nobility and warmth t...

A rare and authentic 18th century Swedish Rococo bench of impressive scale, this beautifully preserved example captures the understated elegance t...

A large five-seat quintuple 18th century Spanish Carlos III chair back sofa, with hand-carved walnut wood furniture and silk fabric upholstery.  This is an...

A stunning long sofa featuring a gracefully serpentine front, subtle gilding, and exquisitely hand-painted floral decoration, part of a distinguished suite of Venetian 18th-century g...

A Swedish Rococo sofa from Lindome. The raised sofa back crowns and undulating s-shaped front edges are exquisitely hand-carved in the form of shel...

Refined Venetian drawing room dating from the latter part of the 18th century, consisting of a sofa, two armchairs, two chairs, and an elegant coffee table with a green marble top. T...

Very Comfortable 18th Century Style Wood & Hogan Kidney Shaped Sofa with Deep Tufted Back Tailoring with One 80% Goose Down 20% Feather Seat Cushion Resting on Mahogany Legs. Uphols...

A settee of small size, elegant lines and understated details, triple-arch-back, open scrolling arms, the seat supported by four turned front legs connected by turned center stretche...

Period 18th Century Rococo sofa from the area of Lindome, Sweden. It has exquisite carving, the whole standing on cabriolet legs tapering to the ball and...