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Louis XV Solid Conversation Sofa
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Louis XV conversation sofa, thick structure, solid in original patina.
Fabric, Walnut
Super Victorian Conversation Sofa
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A very good Victorian two seat conversation sofa, ebony turned legs, brown pot castors, dark beige deep buttoned plush upholstery, in very good overall condition. 29.5" high 47" wid...
Ebony
ANTIQUE 19TH CENTURY HAND CARVED SiLVER METAL WRAP TETE A TETE CONVERSATION SOFA
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare, highly collectable, ornately hand carved, Antique Italian “Tete a Tete” Conversation couch ...
Upholstery
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Antique Victorian c.1860 Walnut Chaise Longue / Conversation Sofa – 19th Century
Located in Wisbech, England
Antique Victorian c.1860 Walnut Chaise Longue / Conversation Sofa – Elegant 19th Century Seating An elegant Victorian walnut chaise longue, circa 1860, which showcases excellent cra...
Walnut
STUNNiNG ANTIQUE VICTORIAN "TETE A TETE" CONVERSATION SOFA WITH EBONISED FRAME
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale lovely Victorian Aesthetic Movement “Tete a Tete” Conversation couch Please note the delivery fee listed is...
Velvet, Hardwood
Commode, Potty, Mahogany, Table Sofa Bedside Original Pot & Cover, Victorian
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
- Elegant, classical form - Conversation piece - Perfect height for sofa or bedside table The hinged moulded top opening to reveal the original fitted interior with ceramic pot and ...
Mahogany
19th Century Victorian Conversation Sofa Gossip Bench
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A rare 19th century four seated round upholstered conversation sofa or 'gossip bench', heavily carved to the legs and skirt and with carved scrolled arms between each of the four sea...
Walnut
French Three-Seat Conversation Sofa
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An interesting three-seat roundabout "indiscret" or conversation sofa, similar to a tete-a-tete with one extra seat.
Metal
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H 27.17 in W 43.71 in D 26.78 in
Antique Conversation Sofa, English, Fruitwood, Loveseat, Tete-a-Tete, Courting
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique conversation sofa. A English, fruitwood loveseat, tête-à-tête or courting bench, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1840.
Fruitwood
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H 25.99 in W 43.51 in D 28.55 in
STUNNING ANTiQUE REGENCY CHESTERFIELD TUFTED "TETE A TETE" CONVERSATION SOFA
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this extremely rare original Antique Regency circa 1810-1820 “Tete a Tete” Conversation couch in salmon valo...
Upholstery, Wood
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H 29.53 in W 45.67 in D 45.67 in
ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN AESTHETIC MOVEMENT BURR WALNUT TETE A TETE CONVERSATION SOFA
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare, highly collectable, Victorian Aesthetic Movement “Tete a Tete” Conversation couch with Burr...
Upholstery, Walnut
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H 38.98 in W 70.08 in D 31.5 in
Antique Victorian C1860 Walnut Chaise Longue or Conversation Sofa
Located in Wisbech, England
Antique fine quality Victorian C1860 walnut chaise longue or conversation sofa. A beautiful statement piece of the finest quality.
Walnut
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H 38.98 in W 70.08 in D 31.5 in
Antique Fine Quality Victorian c.1860 Walnut Chaise Longue / Conversation Sofa
Located in Wisbech, England
Antique Victorian Walnut Chaise Longue, circa 1860 – an elegant conversation sofa of superb quality and craftsmanship.
Walnut
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H 36 in W 50 in D 33 in
Antique American Carved Mahogany Conversation Sofa Chair Loveseat Tête-à-Tête
Located in Portland, OR
A fine quality late Victorian conversation chair/sofa or (Tête-à-Tête) Circa 1890.
Upholstery, Mahogany
Victorian Walnut Conversation Seat
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A very good Victorian walnut three seat conversation sofa, original brass cup castors, and recent blue damask upholstery, in overall excellent condition.
Walnut
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H 45.28 in W 59.85 in D 39.38 in
Italian Corner Sofa in Red Velvet and Walnut, Mahogany and Palisander Wood
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
"Conversation" sofa ideal to be inserted in a living room.
Velvet, Mahogany, Palisander, Walnut
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H 41 in W 98 in D 48.5 in
Large Pair of Early 20th Century Hotel Demilune Settee's Conversation Seat
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Edwardian conversation sofa of large proportions circa 1910. This sofa is as large as they come, at over 8ft in diameter its able to seat 10-12 adults.
Oak
19th Century Victorian Carved Walnut Conversation Settee Sofa
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
High victorian conversation sofa circa 1870. 3 carved pierced gothic influenced arms which flow to the central pillar.
Walnut
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H 34.65 in W 60.63 in D 60.63 in
Fine Antique Hand Carved Walnut Framed circa 1870 Conversation Lobby Sofa
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly collectable circa 1870 hand cared Walnut framed Conversation couch This sofa is pure art furniture, it looks elegant ...
Upholstery, Walnut
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H 34.06 in W 63.39 in D 63.39 in
EXQUISITELY SHAPED ANTiQUE VICTORIAN 3 PERSON CONVERSATION TETE A TETE SOFA SEAT
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale lovely Victorian, beautifully shaped “Tete a Tete” Conversation couch seat Please note the delivery fee lis...
Upholstery, Oak
Antique Victorian Oak Conversation Settee Sofa c.1880
Located in London, GB
In the Victorian times conversation sofas were usually placed in the middle of the room for ladies who could freely engage in conversation with other guests.
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H 32.29 in W 69.3 in D 59.06 in
Antique Victorian Leather Love Seat Conversation Settee Sofa 19th C
Located in London, GB
In Victorian times conversation sofas were usually placed in the middle of the room for ladies who could freely engage in conversation with other guests.
Leather, Walnut
19th Century Victorian Walnut Loveseat Conversation Settee
Located in London, GB
In Victorian times conversation sofas were usually placed in the middle of the room for ladies who could freely engage in conversation with other guests.
Walnut
Antique Victorian Love Seat Conversation Settee, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
In Victorian times conversation sofas were usually placed in the middle of the room for ladies who could freely engage in conversation with other guests.
Upholstery
Antique Victorian Love Seat Conversation Settee 19th Century
Located in London, GB
In Victorian times conversation sofas were usually placed in the middle of the room for ladies who could freely engage in conversation with other guests.
Walnut
Rare High Victorian Large Conversation Settee Sofa
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Superb Quality Victorian Conversation Museum Settee Circa 1870. This Sofa Has Just Been Completely Re-upholstered Using Tradition Methods And Is In Superb Structural Condition.
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H 35.04 in W 46.86 in D 46.86 in
STUNNING ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN 1880 CONVERSATION "TETE A TETE" SOFA BENCH CHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale lovely Victorian circa 1860-1880, beautifully shaped “Tete a Tete” Conversation couch seat with an ornately...
Upholstery, Hardwood
19th Century Victorian Mahogany Loveseat Conversation Settee
Located in London, GB
In Victorian times conversation sofas were usually placed in the middle of the room for ladies who could freely engage in conversation with other guests.
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Mahogany Conversation Settee, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
In Victorian times conversation sofas were usually placed in the middle of the room for ladies who could freely engage in conversation with other guests.
19th Century Carved Conversation Borne Settee Tête-à-tête
Located in Culver City, CA
This borne settee or conversation sofa would look incredible in a large entryway of a home, hotel, or perhaps other retail commercial space.
Hardwood, Walnut
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H 27.56 in W 78.75 in D 33.47 in
1920s English Chesterfield Sofa, Curved Form with Mahogany Deco Feet
Located in Alton, GB
This Chesterfield is more than a sofa — it’s a conversation piece, a slice of design history, and a timeless statement for those who appreciate the enduring allure of vintage eleganc...
Leather, Mahogany
Victorian Conversation Seat Gossip Couch 1880 Sofa
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a Victorian-era conversation seat - also known as a "tête-à-tête" sofa or courting chair, a unique and romantic piece of 19th-century furniture Upholstered in William...
Wood
Victorian Conversation Seat Ebony Gossip Couch 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a gorgeous Victorian conversation seat Sometimes also referred to as a "tête-à-tête" sofa Circa 1880 and has a refined ebony finish with gilt accents The seat feature...
Giltwood
Large Conversation Settee - Canapé à confident - Sofa
Located in Paris, FR
Very unusual and large conversation settee - canapé à confident. Carved gilt-wood and velvet fabric, circa 1880.
Velvet, Wood
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