Loveseats
Late 20th Century Rococo Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Chinese Loveseats
Silk
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Ultrasuede
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Oak
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Stainless Steel
1880s French Louis XV Antique Loveseats
Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Cane, Teak
2010s American Shaker Loveseats
Oak, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Bohemian Loveseats
Linen
Early 19th Century English Victorian Antique Loveseats
Velvet, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Jute, Bentwood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Sheepskin, Beech
Late 20th Century American Loveseats
Fabric, Rattan
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century English Loveseats
Brass
1640s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Loveseats
Velvet, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Loveseats
Velvet, Beech, Leather, Bouclé, Jacquard, Oak, Walnut
20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Metal
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Metal
1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
Late 20th Century Louis XV Loveseats
Upholstery, Giltwood
1980s Swiss Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Foam, Wood
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Plexiglass
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
20th Century Art Deco Loveseats
Macassar
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Birch
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1970s American Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Loveseats
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Loveseats
Leather, Wood
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Bentwood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Beech
1970s Italian Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1990s Indonesian Bohemian Loveseats
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
1970s British Vintage Loveseats
Brass
1980s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather
1950s Danish Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
Late 20th Century French Provincial Loveseats
Hardwood, Down, Upholstery
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Metal, Brass, Iron, Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Bentwood
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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