Loveseats
21st Century and Contemporary Loveseats
Concrete
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
1920s American French Provincial Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century English Arts and Crafts Loveseats
Oak
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Beech
20th Century American Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Bohemian Loveseats
Rattan
Mid-20th Century Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Post-Modern Loveseats
Fabric
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bouclé, Oak
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Post-Modern Loveseats
Velvet
2010s Turkish Organic Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Bouclé, Cotton, Upholstery, Foam, Hardwood
1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Ultrasuede
Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
Early 2000s Italian Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
1980s European Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Wood
1950s Belgian Louis XVI Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Foam, Feathers, Wood, Lacquer
Early 1900s Ukrainian Art Nouveau Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Bentwood
Late 20th Century French Provincial Loveseats
Upholstery
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century French Loveseats
Alpaca
Early 2000s English Loveseats
Brass
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1970s Danish Vintage Loveseats
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Wood, Bentwood, Walnut
Late 19th Century American Eastlake Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Loveseats
Jacquard, Velvet, Cotton, Wood
1960s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Walnut
Early 19th Century American Chippendale Antique Loveseats
Leather, Wood
1970s Swiss Brutalist Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Mahogany, Wool
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Rosewood
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Rosewood
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Rattan
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Oak
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Suede, Ultrasuede
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Teak
2010s French Loveseats
Fabric
Late 20th Century French Modern Loveseats
Metal
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
1980s Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
1950s French Napoleon III Vintage Loveseats
Mohair, Wood
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Oak
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
Antique, New and Vintage Loveseats
Antique and vintage loveseats are functional and totally charming furniture in homes large and small these days. They first appeared in the 17th and 18th centuries, though they were not yet known by this endearing term.
These petite, two-seat sofas were originally intended to comfortably sit a woman clad in what were the era’s large and elaborate dresses — ornate hooped garments with copious folds of fabric, embroidery and lace. However, because the original seats featured just enough space for two, they quickly became popular for couples that were courting. Loveseats meant that the couples could engage in close conversation, but furniture makers ensured that there was enough space between sitters to prioritize modesty.
In the early days of loveseats, the furnishings were minimalist in appearance and could often be found in an s-shape, with the two sides facing each other. The spare seating was initially little more than a wooden bench, as loveseats weren’t yet upholstered or cushioned. Design of the seating evolved over time, and this wide chair was eventually padded and tufted for comfort. During the 1800s, loveseats were a luxurious addition to the homes of the wealthy, and even today, antique 19th-century loveseats are still quite alluring. In any lavishly decorated parlor of the Victorian era, you might find a pair of partygoers tucked into a particularly plush iteration of these cozy perches, one boasting arched crests of carved mahogany over its sculpted seats, with front cabriole legs resolving in paw feet.
In modern homes, loveseats — even antique Victorian loveseats — pair well with oversize sofas or are ideal replacements for sofas, particularly if you’re working on organizing and furnishing a smaller space. A loveseat is a stylish addition to a home library or a reading nook and can easily be situated at the foot of the bed in your bedroom. In the living room, you may wish to position your vintage loveseat and couch around a central focal point, such as a distinguishing architectural feature or a fireplace. But be sure to leave some walking room between your seating and any nearby coffee tables or side tables. Allow for around two feet for guests to pass between a couch and chair or loveseat and at least a foot between a loveseat and coffee table.
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