Loveseats
20th Century American Loveseats
Upholstery, Wicker, Wood
Late 20th Century American International Style Loveseats
Leather
20th Century American French Provincial Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
1970s American Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Fiberglass
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Loveseats
Fabric, Fruitwood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Beech
2010s Turkish Organic Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Bouclé, Cotton, Upholstery, Foam, Hardwood
1970s American Bauhaus Vintage Loveseats
Stainless Steel
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Alpaca
2010s South African Minimalist Loveseats
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Velvet, Wood, Silk, Trimming
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Beech
Mid-20th Century German Bohemian Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Beech
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Walnut
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Rosewood
2010s Dutch Organic Modern Loveseats
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Wool, Oak
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool
1940s French Vintage Loveseats
Brass
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
2010s French Modern Loveseats
Steel
Early 2000s Loveseats
Plastic
1970s Vintage Loveseats
Cotton
Early 20th Century Italian Bohemian Loveseats
Rattan
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Mahogany
2010s Austrian Modern Loveseats
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Faux Leather, Oak
2010s Spanish Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Foam, Polystyrene
21st Century and Contemporary French Loveseats
Aluminum
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Wool, Oak
1960s European Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather, Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Suede
21st Century and Contemporary Loveseats
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Velvet, Mahogany
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Loveseats
Wood
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Ultrasuede
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Wool, Oak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
20th Century Georgian Loveseats
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Wrought Iron
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Faux Leather
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Loveseats
Brass
Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Wool, Maple
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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