Settee Sofas
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Wool, Hardwood
1990s American Mission Settees
Oak
Early 2000s Settees
20th Century Danish Sofas
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Settees
Chrome
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Karl Johan Sofas
Birch
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
2010s American Modern Sofas
Steel
Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Metal, Iron
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Upholstery, Bamboo
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Velvet, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Settees
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Daybeds
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Wool, Beech
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Settees
Wood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Iron
20th Century Singaporean Ming Furniture
Hardwood, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Books
Paper
20th Century American Books
Paper
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Bauhaus Sofas
Chrome
1990s Settees
Fabric
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Cotton, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Settees
Linen, Hardwood
Vintage 1960s American Modern Settees
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Settees
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Suede, Fiberglass
Antique 19th Century American Settees
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Settees
Wood
20th Century American Organic Modern Settees
Leather, Fabric, Rattan
Vintage 1980s American Chesterfield Settees
Leather
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Settees
Upholstery, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Settees
Rosewood, Leather
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Settees
Brass
Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Settees
Wood
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Settees
Linen, Wood, Paint
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Settees
Linen, Pine
Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Settees
Linen, Pine
Vintage 1930s Italian Louis XVI Settees
Velvet, Giltwood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Aluminum
2010s Settees
Fabric
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Settees
Upholstery
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Serpentine
Antique 19th Century Caribbean British Colonial Settees
Cane
Antique 1810s Austrian Biedermeier Settees
Upholstery, Cherry
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Gustavian Settees
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Settees
Fabric, Mahogany
20th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Fabric, Beech
20th Century American Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
20th Century Art Deco Settees
Mohair, Birch
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Linen, Pine
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Settees
Aluminum
20th Century French Louis XV Settees
Fabric, Wood
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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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