18th Century Sofas

A stunning Swedish Gustavian sofa. A rectangular frame with decorative hand-carved Guilloché scroll along the top of the back and sides. Detailed finials sit atop fleurons and an ele...

Pair of large-scale Italian Rococo salon sofas carved in walnut. Each sofa features a continuous serpentine crest rail with symmetrical rocaille carving centered by a shell motif. Sc...

A Swedish 18th century Gustavian banquette with its original hand-scraped, painted finish. The solidly constructed frame makes for a sheltering sofa as well, with a removable bench s...

An extraordinary period tragsofa from the region of Varmland, Sweden in original paint. With exquisite carving with swags along the base and to the sides. This piece has been dry s...

Pair of French Louis XVI (18th Century) canapes / Settees with a curved and carved giltwood frame with a circular panel in the backrest, which curves forward to create the Settee's a...

English Chippendale mahogany sofa with serpentine back, flanking scrolled arms, floral needlepoint upholstery, and terminating on car...

An elegant Louis XV period three-seat sofa from the Rhône Valley, beautifully crafted in solid walnut with graceful proportions and richly hand-carved details. The serpentine backres...

The Swedish “trågsoffa” is a traditional wooden sofa of the Rococo and Gustavian periods, usually made of fir, and decoratively carved. This example is beautifully ornamented with s...

Three-seater sofa with straight lines and a classic French design, inspired by the Louis XVI-Directoire style (late 18th century). Its solid wood frame with a natural finish supports...

having a slightly arched backrest with a centered stylized carving, the back continuing to the arms in bergere style, raised on four cabriole shaped front legs and four square tapere...

Late 18th Century Swedish Trågsofa.  Single seat cushion with three back cushions and the side cushions, all re-covered in a neutral Belgian linen. Very attractive detailing in the ...

An elegant Swedish Rococo sofa from the 18th century, crafted around 1750. This refined piece features a beautifully carved wooden frame with delicate Rococo motifs, showcasing the l...

Early Camel Back Sofa having rolled arms with brass tack decoration over a rectangular shaped seat raised on stop-reeded mahogany block legs with triple H stretcher supports. Dimen...

Swedish antique sofa from the gustavian period around the late 1700s. The sofa has a hand-made frame in solid pine which has been dry scraped by hand down to the original, first laye...

Elegant 18th Century walnut Venetian sofa in the rococo manner. With outswept arms and raised on cabriole legs recently reupholstered in grey woollen cloth.

A poetic expression of 18th-century romance, this exquisite Corbeille settee is a vision of faded grandeur. With its gracefully undulating silhouette, signature low arms that sweep ...

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...

Inviting and extremely comfortable! This NEW Wood & Hogan deep seated overstuff 18th century style sofa with rolled arms and luxurious down...

French early 18th century sofa.

Very elegant and graceful Wood & Hogan English 18th century George III style Mahogany 'Hepplewhite' sofa with a down feather filled buttoned cushion. This beautifully moulded Mahogany show-wood frame with hand carved rosettes has been reproduced from an original owned by the Earl of Lancaster. Four front square tapered legs with spade foot...

An elegant Louis XVI style canapé capturing the refined symmetry of 18th-century French neoclassicism. The hand-carved oak frame features a gracefully arched back, fluted architectur...

Imbued with the elegance of 18th-century Swedish design, this tragsofa emanates a timeless allure. Crafted with masterful artistry, its exquisite form showcases a harmonious blend of...

Pair of French carved wood and painted sofas with floral silk upholstery, carved floral skirt, and terminating on cabriole legs. Signed by Carpentier. Makers Stamp is located on s...

18th Century Swedish Baroque three seater sofa in beech. Scraped back to its original rich blue patinas, with elegant legs and carvings. Recently re-upholstered in a neutral Belgian...

1910/M, I hope You can understand what it is from some photos only. Museum quality antique sofa, coating with an authentic Aubusson old tapestry: every...

18th Century Italian ebonised sofa.  In the Rococo style, this ebonised sofa is curvaceous and serpentine in form. The camel back is married to two flowing, part upholstered, arm su...

18th century Chippendale mahogany camelback sofa with scrolled arms, molded tapered legs and bowed front. This example has dynamic impact due to its super lines. The bowed front seat...

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

A grand scale 18th Century French Louis XV sofa.

Midcentury tiger oak daybed/sofa by Marge Carson. This sofa is a wonderful piece that can use as a daybed or a sofa giving it two unique purposes. It features a tiger oak wood frame ...

An Exceptionally Fine and Important George II Period Giltwood Settee / Sofa, Possibly by Giles Grendey or William Bradshaw English Circa 1740. This exceptionally well drawn and im...

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 fine and authentic early 19th-century Swedish Gustavian trag sofa, circa 1800. Structurally sturdy and in very good antique condition, the frame retains its wonderful, original Gus...

An Impressive William & Mary mahogany Settle or sofa, circa 18th Century. Featuring heavy scrolled frame with downswept open arms, six legs and Neoclassical floral upholstery. The beautifully "S" scrolled feet are footed with recessed casters allowing for ease of movement. The fabric showcases stunning Grecian urns with elaborate acanthus leaves and bouquets of roses flanked by feathery wings and other lively greenery One of the original lobby furnishing of the Empress Hotel...

A Louis XV period Canapé à Oreilles serpentine-shaped sofa. Featuring carved detailing, decorated with floral motifs and acanthus, with original Verd...

A fine, period Gustavian sofa or settee from Stockholm, hand-scraped to the original paint, and newly upholstered with nail head trim, circa 1780. There are rosettes on the leg posts...

A George III period giltwood sofa in the Hepplewhite French taste.  With later sprung upholstery, in good solid and useable condition. The finely carved and gilded legs taking direc...

Louis-Philippe style two-seater loveseat, Napoleon III period, circa 1850-1870, in solid mahogany stained dark brown. Double medallion back structure, topped with crests sculpted ...

Four shaped panels comprise the back of this antique settle dating to the era of George III. The upholstered cushion is now foam filled, but would have ...

An 18th Century French three seater sofa, stamped Sulpice Brizard (Master 1762) 1735-1796. The hand crafted Parisian settee has a partial carved, painted grey Beechwood frame, in goo...

A Swedish Rococo style three-chair back sofa from the turn of the 18th and 19th century. This antique bench from Sweden features three carved back splats for resting, with sweetly carved flowers adorning the top of each chair rail, flanked within curvy wood arm rests at each far end. The skirt is has an elegantly draped from with shell carving embellishing the center. This piece is nicely presented upon four legs, which are supported with a turned H-stretcher. The front legs are cabriole style with rear legs squared and sabred. The upholstered seat is ready for a refreshment, the perfect opportunity to make this your own. This antique Swedish rococo style sofa...

18th Century Gustavian sofa. Scraped to original paint with exquisite carving and recently reupholstered in linen.

Early Gustavian (Swedish Rococo) sofa with two bolsters and seat cushion.

Italian antique settee of the period Louis XVI. Made of fine walnut wood and velvet covering, characterized by a simple and essential but very elegant line. We recommend replacing th...

Rare and exceptional piece. This large and beautiful sofa is a fine example of the work of famed menuisier Georges Jacob (6 July 1739 – 5 July 1814), who was one of the two most prom...

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 home of the Bowes-Daley family in Athenny, County Galway, Ireland. This is the finest sofa offered in the Wood & Hogan collection The sophisticated serpentine shaped Mahogany frame is carved with tiny "pea" carving and delicate foliage. Down feather buttoned cushion. Resting on carved Mahogany front square tapered legs with spade foot...

An exquisite Swedish tragsofa with traditional Rococo shape and design (e.g. cabriole legs, curves and counter-curves) and Gustavian carvings (e.g. cross hatching, floral detail abov...

A Large French Louis XV Canapé en Corbeille, carved walnut Master Louis Delanois JME c. 1760 Provenance: Albrecht Neuhaus, Würzburg Literature: P...

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...

The walnut frame of this large, Louis XV-period sofa is unusual for its highly animated form. It is finely carved with flowers, leaves, bound reeds and scrolling vegetal forms. We ha...

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...

18th Century Swedish Rococo painted tragsofa with fine scroll detail around the apron. On cabriole legs terminating in scroll feet. Recently re-upholstered in a vibrant fabric.

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...

Mid-18th Century hand-carved 1750 Venetian Baroque walnut sofa, three-seat with armrests. Remarkable work by Venetian cabinetmakers. The 18th C...

Carved frame sofa is upholstered in French gaufrage velvet.

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...

Beautiful walnut sofa with exceptional movement

This Swedish 18th-century Rococo sofa, circa 1760, epitomizes the elegance and artistry of the Rococo period. Crafted from hand-carved wood, likely beech or pine, it features a paint...

This settle sofa brings one into an earlier and more rustic period of time. Crafted from solid hand-carved oak wood, this sofa is handsome and sturdy, despite its age. The oak is dar...

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, ...