Oval Loveseat
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Loveseats
Upholstery, Giltwood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Loveseats
Mohair, Velvet, Acrylic, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Loveseats
Gold Leaf
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Loveseats
Gold Leaf
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Loveseats
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Loveseats
Textile, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Lounge Chairs
Gold Leaf
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Center Tables
Wood
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Aluminum, Iron
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Sofas
Copper
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Tapestry, Giltwood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Brass
Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Sofas
Silk, Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Velvet, Wood, Silk, Trimming
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Giltwood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wool, Oak
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Futurist Chairs
Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Trimming, Velvet, Foam, Hardwood
2010s American Louis XVI Loveseats
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Velvet
Recent Sales
Vintage 1970s American Loveseats
Vintage 1920s English Renaissance Revival Loveseats
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s American Federal Loveseats
Upholstery, Mahogany
1990s American Loveseats
Cane, Wood
Late 20th Century British Loveseats
Bamboo
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Loveseats
Wood
Vintage 1970s American Loveseats
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Metal
Early 20th Century French Victorian Settees
Fabric, Wood
Early 2000s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Metal
Early 20th Century French Settees
Wood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Upholstery, Oak
Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Mahogany, Velvet
Vintage 1940s French Louis XVI Loveseats
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Vintage 1920s Louis XVI Loveseats
Upholstery, Giltwood
Antique Early 1800s Russian Neoclassical Loveseats
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Settees
Bentwood, Cane
Antique 1870s Scottish Victorian Chaise Longues
Walnut
Vintage 1930s Regency Settees
Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Settees
Fabric, Walnut
Antique 18th Century Italian Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Travertine, Marble
2010s Loveseats
Upholstery
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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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