Settee Sofas
Vintage 1950s French Louis XVI Sofas
Walnut
Vintage 1970s European Sofas
Metal
Early 2000s Sofas
Crystal
Early 20th Century American Mission Sofas
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Settees
Fabric, Giltwood
Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Settees
Fabric, Textile, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century European Rococo Revival Settees
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric, Rattan
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Benches
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches
Wood, Paint
Vintage 1940s American Loveseats
Fabric, Down, Fruitwood
Early 20th Century Danish Living Room Sets
Mohair, Beech
Vintage 1960s Benches
Walnut, Foam, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Settees
Fabric, Giltwood
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Sofas
Birch
Vintage 1980s British Country Sofas
Textile
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches
Upholstery, Pine, Paint
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees
Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Metal, Steel
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Wood, Mohair
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Chrome
20th Century Italian Modern Settees
Fabric, Plastic
Antique 19th Century Empire Loveseats
Silk, Mahogany
20th Century Italian Modern Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Canapes
Beech
1990s American Georgian Loveseats
Leather, Mahogany
1990s American Georgian Loveseats
Leather, Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Velvet, Lucite
Antique 19th Century French Settees
Beech
Late 20th Century American Sofas
Silk, Upholstery
Antique Early 1900s American Mission Settees
Oak
20th Century Italian Modern Settees
Aluminum, Steel
Vintage 1960s American Sofas
Chrome
Early 20th Century Mission Benches
Leather, Oak
Early 20th Century European Biedermeier Settees
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas
Metal
Antique 19th Century French Settees
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Daybeds
Silk, Walnut
Vintage 1930s English Georgian Loveseats
Mahogany
20th Century American Art Nouveau Loveseats
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Loveseats
Chrome
Antique Early 19th Century European Neoclassical Canapes
Silk, Wood
Vintage 1970s Unknown Louis XV Settees
Silver Leaf
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Giltwood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Antique 19th Century American Rococo Revival Settees
Fabric
1990s Italian Bauhaus Loveseats
Steel, Chrome
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Settees
Giltwood
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Settees
Leather
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Canapes
Linen, Upholstery, Giltwood
Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Loveseats
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Louis XVI Loveseats
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Canapes
Walnut
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Settee Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The difference between a sofa and a settee is largely a matter of personal opinion. Technically, the two words refer to the same thing. However, settee is no longer a commonly used term. As a result, some people call antique couches “settees,” and newer examples of the furniture “sofas.” On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique and vintage sofas and settees.
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