Art Deco Settees
ART DECO STYLE
Art Deco furniture is characterized by its celebration of modern life. More than its emphasis on natural wood grains and focus on traditional craftsmanship, vintage Art Deco dining chairs, tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture — which typically refers to pieces produced during the 1920s and 1930s — is an ode to the glamour of the “Roaring Twenties.”
ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1920s
- Flourished while the popularity of Art Nouveau declined
- Term derives from 1925’s Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes (International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts) in Paris, France
- Informed by Ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession; influenced Streamline Moderne and mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs
- Use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood
- Metal accents, shimmering mirrored finishes
- Embellishments made from exotic animal hides, inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory
ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship.
Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)
Art Deco textile designers employed dazzling floral motifs and vivid colors, and while Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked, they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture.
From mother-of-pearl inlaid vitrines to chrome aviator chairs, bold and inventive works in the Art Deco style include chaise longues (also known as chaise lounges) and curved armchairs. Today, the style is still favored by interior designers looking to infuse a home with an air of luxury and sophistication.
The vintage Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes dressers, coffee tables, decorative objects and more.
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Style: Art Deco
French Art Deco Walnut & Upholstered Settee
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This refined and timeless walnut-framed settee was crafted in France, early 20th century, at the rise of Art Deco, bearing transitional features from earlier styles to suit a number ...
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20th Century French Art Deco Settees
Materials
Textile, Walnut
1940's Art Deco Settee Sofa
By Heywood-Wakefield Co., Cygal Art Deco
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Art Deco / Mid-century settee loveseat for sale. Was previously reupholstered in a beautiful velvet, and still in incredible condition. The velvet is gray with pink and blue ...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Velvet
Guglielmo Ulrich Art Deco Italian Velvet Sofa, 1940s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
A large Italian sculptural sofa designed by Guglielmo Ulrich, very comfortable. Recently upholstered in light blue velvet with a light gray velvet border, in a minimalist way, which ...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Velvet, Beech
French Art Deco Mahogany Wrapped Settee, 1940's
Located in Culver City, CA
Imagine Frank Lloyd Wright and Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann meeting for a coffee in a chic Parisian café—this stunning 1940s French Art Deco settee is exactly what they'd sit on. With slee...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Mahogany
Elegant Sofa Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb Art Deco style sofa, upholstered in pure Alpaca. High quality hand-made beech frames and newly upholstered in a soft, ivory, premium 100% alpaca fabric. Fast shipping worldw...
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2010s British Art Deco Settees
Materials
Alpaca, Beech
Italian 1940s Sofa Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in CA, CA
A beautiful long sofa attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, the master of Italian classicism. This sofa is an exceptional example of Ulrich's architectural skill where line becomes form an...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Wood
1940's French Sculptural Frame Cherry-wood Settee
Located in New York, NY
Amazing 1940's sculptural frame French cherry-wood settee with Italian velvet upholstery, fully restored and re-upholstered in Italian velvet upholstery, with minor wear and patina d...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Velvet, Cherry
Art Dèco Italian Walnut and Velvet Sofa, 1920s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Early Art Deco period Northern Italian sofa, in walnut and ivory velvet upholstery, the back of the sofa is gracefully curved and extends to acce...
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1920s Italian Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Jules Leleu French Art Deco settee
By Jules Leleu
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Art Deco settee/sofa by Jules Leleu, circa 1936. Leleu was honored to furnish the French Salon at the League of Nations in Geneva (1936/7...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Wood
French Settee in Red Velvet Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Settee, velvet fabric, stained beech, France, 1930s
This exquisite settee of France origin adopts stylistic motifs of the 19th century Victorian Era as can been seen in the ornate ...
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1930s French Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Modern Art Deco Style Mahogany Settees / Large Chair By Baker Furniture - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Art Deco style settees by Baker Furniture. The backs are an inlaid mahogany. The upholstery is vintage but in very good conditi...
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Settees
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Art Deco Sofa with Floral Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, wood, fabric, France, 1940s
This charming two-seat sofa is a delightful blend of elegance and comfort, showcasing delicate upholstery in a soothing cream hue adorned with a gr...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Sofa Grace 3-Seat in Light Blue Marka River Upholstery and Polished Brass Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Stylish and elegant, Grace sofa is extremely comfortable in its perfect finishing’s. With its smooth edges, Grace has definitely a familiar retro feeling. A...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Settees
Materials
Brass
Extremely Rare Modernist Art Deco Settee/Bench by Walter von Nessen c.1929
Located in Buffalo, NY
Extremely Rare Pair Modernist Settee/ Bench designed by Walter von Nessen , circa 1929. retains it's original color, finish, patina, They're has been some minor professional restor...
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1920s American Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Birch
Art Deco / Bauhaus Tubular Chrome Bench Designed by Wolfgang Hoffmann, Howell
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Art Deco / Bauhaus style Tubular chrome bench designed by Wolfgang Hoffmann for Howell, chrome in great original condition, reupholstered (most l...
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1930s American Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Chrome
Daybed Settee Window-Seat Single-Bed Sofa-Bed Reclining Linen Green Gold Recline
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
- Ergonomic piece functioning as a formal settee with arms in upright and reclining positions, a daybed and a single bed for guests
- Formal aesthetic suitable for drawing/sitting ro...
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Early 1900s French Antique Art Deco Settees
Materials
Linen
George Smith Signature Large 7 Seater Corner Sofa with Velour Floral Upholstery
By George Smith
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this rare George Smith Signature full scroll arm corner sofa that seats up to seven people
Well.. where to begin, what a sofa! This piece is sim...
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20th Century English Art Deco Settees
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
An English Art Deco "Cloud " Shagreen Settee by Harry & Lou Epstein Furniture
Located in Montreal, QC
The "cloud form" settee constructed of a wood frame with an upholstered interior, the exterior all over
veneered with trapezoidal panels of stingray shagreen.
Provenance: Collection ...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Shagreen
English Art Deco Walnut Framed Cane Bergere Sofa C.1920
Located in London, GB
An English Art Deco Walnut Framed Bergere Sofa C.1920.
Classic Art Deco shaped arms with with acanthus leaf and lion head carvings.
A scalloped apron terminating on ball and claw f...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Settees
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Jules Leleu, Art Deco Sofa with Rounded Back, French, 1930s
By Jules Leleu
Located in New York, NY
A lush, upholstered sofa with rounded arms, back, and feet. These last, executed in French polished beech, serve as a charming, subtle accent.
Numbered...
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Swedish Art Moderne Settee Sofa
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautifully stylized Art Moderne Settee Sofa Loveseat from 1940's Sweden. Upholstered in original cherry red velvet. Price includes reupholstery in COM fa...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Velvet
Paul Follot Salon Suite from the 1912 Salon Des Artistes Decorateurs
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Early Classic French Art Deco salon suite in sculpted giltwood. Suite consists of a settee, two armchairs, two side chairs and a small table. The...
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1910s French Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Satin Birch Sofa with Fluted Arms & Paw Feet
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco satin birch sofa with fluted arms and paw feet.
Upholstered in buttoned cotton velvet.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Settees
Materials
Velvet
3-Seat Wicker Sofa with Painted Floral Embellishments on the Seat backs and
Located in Queens, NY
American Art Deco natural filigree wicker Settee with green painted armrests, decorative floral depictions on the seat back with 3 red vinyl cushions (Matching items: 2 side chairs 0...
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20th Century American Art Deco Settees
Materials
Wicker
Art Deco 1940 2 Seater Sofa Settee High Back Olive Green Fabric Beech Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, beech, fabric, Europe, 1940s
This sofa is a beautiful piece made in the late Art Deco period in Europe. It has a very strong appearance, due the high back and the angular shap...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Fabric, Beech
1930s Made in England Hand Dyed Restored Whisky Brown 3 Seat Chesterfield Club
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for auction this exceptionally rare original 1930’s Whisky brown leather Chesterfield club sofa in newly restored condition with feather filled cushions
...
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1930s English Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Fully Restored Ralph Lauren Graham 3-4 Seater Leather Sofa Hardwood
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare RRP £15,000 custom made to order fully labelled Ralph Lauren Graham cream leather sofa in fully restored condition with feather fill...
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Settees
Materials
Hardwood, Leather
Art Deco Italian Neoclassic Settee
By Gio Ponti
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
This Art Deco Italian settee has distinctive neoclassic elements such as the fluted carving details on arms/legs and the use of Classic black lacquer wi...
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1940s Italian Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Linen, Walnut
Ernesto Valabrega Sofa in Maple
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega, sofa, maple, fabric, Italy, 1930s.
Elegant and beautiful two seat sofa with a maple frame, and a vertical striped fabric in green and beige motive. This settee is...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Fabric, Maple
Art Deco Sofa in Walnut, with Original Green Fabric and finish by Georg Kofoed
By Georg Kofoed
Located in Greven, DE
Stunning sofa by Georg Kofoed from Denmark. This sofa is in very good original condition - the fabric and finish are original and in fantastic condition given its age. A piece of des...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Settees
Materials
Fabric, Walnut, Spruce
Art Deco Settee and Bergere
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco Style two-seater sofa and matching bergere. Open frame legs and unique upholstery fabric compliments this set.
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Settees
Materials
Silk, Wood
French Art Deco White Star 3-Piece Living Room Set
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 3 French Art Deco gilt living room / salon set with low back design and carved scalloped & fluted design on back with white star upholstery. (Settee, 2 armchairs)
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1940s French Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Giltwood, Upholstery
1930s ART DECO SOFA
Located in Firenze, FI
Splendid art deco sofa veneered in walnut, with ebonized decorations and feet. Padded with spring suspensions and upholstered in a light blue fabric with white diamonds, this sofa fe...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Settees
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
French Art Deco Exotic Bench
Located in North Bergen, NJ
Stunning French Art Deco ebony sitting bench. Recently reupholstered in a plush fabric. Having beautiful details and black lacquered legs. Perfect for an...
Category
1920s Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Tailored Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
This sofa with squared corners is impeccably tailored. Fully encased in soft brushed neutral linen-look fabric, the back and arms have a vertical stitch detail and a slender blanket ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Settees
Materials
Fabric
Sofa Grace 3-Seat in Yellow Marka Barket Upholstery and Polished Brass Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Stylish and elegant, Grace sofa is extremely comfortable in its perfect finishing’s. With its smooth edges, Grace has definitely a familiar retro feeling. A...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Settees
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Living Room Set from 1920
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco living room set from 1920
We present living room set made in the Vienna, Austria.
Every piece of furniture that leaves our works...
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1910s Austrian Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Synthetic
ViNTAGE HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER ART DECO THREE SEAT SOFA FEATHER FILLED SEAT
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage hand made in England Art Deco style reddish brown leather sofa with overstuffed feather ...
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20th Century English Art Deco Settees
Materials
Leather
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Loveseat Settee
Located in Pasadena, TX
Newly upholstered in off-white/light grey vinyl with an accentuated white piping and
detachable cushion.
Category
1930s American Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Fabric
In the Manner of Sue et Mare & André Groult, Art Deco Settee, France, circa 1912
Located in New York, NY
"Corbeille de fleurs"
Fine and early Art Deco settee in the manner of Süe et Mare and André Groult, France, circa 1912.
This remarkable settee features a lyre shaped element at i...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Settees
Materials
Wood
Sofa Grace 2-Seat in Yellow Marka Barket Upholstery and Polished Brass Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Stylish and elegant, grace sofa is extremely comfortable in its perfect finishing’s. With its smooth edges, Grace has definitely a familiar retro feeling. A...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Settees
Materials
Brass
20th Century French Art Deco Settee or Sofa in Original Dark Brown Leather
Located in Birmingham, AL
A wonderful 20th century French Art Deco two seater settee or sofa in original dark brown leather, circa 1930s, having a tight back, scrolled arms with nailhead trim, and two loose seat cushions. Raised on short tapered walnut legs. All original. This handsome sofa with its beautiful aged patina provides a clean, tailored look that's perfect for both traditional and modern interiors.
Dimensions:
back H - 33"; seat H - 18"
arm h - 24.5"
W - 60"
D - 33"
Lolo French Antiques...
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1920s French Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Leather
Art Deco Settee, France, circa 1920s
By Paul Follot
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Very pretty Art Deco loveseat or sofa. The wood structure is carved with a rope and tassel decor on a fluted background, and painted in the original green/blue color, with details pi...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Settees
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Fully Restored Hand Dyed Whiskey Brown Leather Two Seater Sofa '2/2'
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to present this Gorgeous Art Deco fully restored whiskey brown hand-dyed leather sofa.
Condition-wise, the sofa has been fully restored, washed back, and hand dye...
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20th Century British Art Deco Settees
Materials
Leather
Theatrical "Egyptian" Living-Room Set, France, circa 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Unusual and extravagant living-room set comprised of a settee, two armchairs and a table, of Egyptian inspiration. Polychrome decor. The seating pieces are raised on paw feet (front)...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Settees
Hand Dyed Brown Leather Art Deco Odeon Style Three Seat Sofa Feather Filled Seat
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage hand made in England Art Deco Odeon style brown leather sofa with overstuffed feather filled cu...
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20th Century English Art Deco Settees
Materials
Leather
Wicker Settee and Two Armchairs, France, circa 1930s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Comfortable and charming living-room or veranda seating set composed of a two-seat sofa and a pair of armchairs. Painted in the original deep red-colored paint. Newly upholstered in ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Settees
Materials
Rattan
Twenties Small Leather Settee
Located in Petworth, GB
A beautiful small cottage settee. Oak serpentine front apron and bun feet with original leather cushion in Liberty London Faria Flowers velvet fabric.
Category
1920s English Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Leather, Velvet
1950's Ficks Reed Rattan Split Settee or Lounge Chairs
By Ficks Reed
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare Ficks Reed rattan split seat settee or pair of open sided one arm lounge chairs.
Completely original finish and upholstery.
Exceptional quality piece of furniture circa 1950's.
...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Settees
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Restored Frankl Style Rattan 5-Strand Square Pretzel Setional Settee Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This restored mid-century rattan five-strand square pretzel three-seat sectional settee with sectional pieces showcases timeless charm styled after the design made famous by Paul Fra...
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1940s American Vintage Art Deco Settees
Materials
Rattan
Sofa Grace 2-Seat in Beige Marka 10 Upholstery and Polished Brass Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Stylish and elegant, grace sofa is extremely comfortable in its perfect finishing’s. With its smooth edges, Grace has definitely a familiar retro feeling. A perfect combination of hi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Settees
Materials
Brass
Sofa Grace 3-Seat in Beige Marka 10 Upholstery and Polished Brass Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Stylish and elegant, Grace sofa is extremely comfortable in its perfect finishing’s. With its smooth edges, Grace has definitely a familiar retro feeling. A...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Settees
Materials
Brass
Sofa Grace 2-Seat in Blue Marka River Upholstery and Polished Brass Base
Located in Lisbon, PT
Stylish and elegant, grace sofa is extremely comfortable in its perfect finishing’s. With its smooth edges, Grace has definitely a familiar retro feeling. A...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Settees
Materials
Brass
Art Deco settees for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Art Deco settees for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, 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 fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Deco settees made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and United Kingdom pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original settees, popular names associated with this style include Mambo Unlimited Ideas, George Smith, Guglielmo Ulrich, and Jules Leleu. 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 $1,040 and tops out at $110,000 while the average work can sell for $4,857.