European Softwood Loveseats
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Wool, Pine
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Pine
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Iron, Wrought Iron
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2010s Guatemalan Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Wood, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
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Wood, Birdseye Maple
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Wood
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Bentwood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Bronze
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Mohair, Foam, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Musical Instruments
Wood, Giltwood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Rattan, Birch, Upholstery
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Daybeds
Iron
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Louis XVI Loveseats
Wood
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Loveseats
Walnut, Pine
21st Century and Contemporary French Sofas
Velvet, Fabric, Beech, Fir, Plywood
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Pine
Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Pine
Antique 19th Century European Primitive Benches
Pine, Paint
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Pine
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Pine
Vintage 1960s European Loveseats
Pine
Antique 1880s English Gothic Revival Benches
Pine
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Benches
Papercord, Pine
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Pine
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Softwood
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Canvas, Foam, Pine
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Mahogany, Pine
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Canvas, Pine
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Pine
Early 20th Century Dutch Country Benches
Pine
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Benches
Pine
Antique 19th Century Swedish Empire Sofas
Pine
Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Pine
Antique 18th Century Italian Benches
Wood, Pine
Antique 19th Century Hungarian Benches
Pine
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Finding the Right Loveseats for You
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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