Petite Loveseat
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
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Teak
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Benches
Fabric
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Steel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Chrome
Recent Sales
Early 20th Century French Victorian Settees
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Italian Modern Loveseats
Steel
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Late 20th Century Loveseats
Wool
Antique 19th Century French Loveseats
Upholstery
Antique Mid-18th Century French Loveseats
Walnut, Upholstery, Linen
Mid-20th Century North American French Provincial Loveseats
Fabric, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Oak
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Beech, Lambskin
Antique 18th Century Italian Loveseats
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Chrome, Steel
Antique 1860s French Louis XVI Loveseats
Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Iron
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Linen, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Loveseats
Cotton, Hemp, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Iron
2010s English Loveseats
Upholstery
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery
Vintage 1980s American Modern Slipper Chairs
Bouclé, Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Settees
Upholstery, Cherry
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Fabric
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Fabric
Vintage 1940s American Victorian Settees
Fabric
Vintage 1940s Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Loveseats
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Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Wool, Beech
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Wood, Leather
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Loveseats
Linen, Wood
Vintage 1930s American Loveseats
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Loveseats
Antique 19th Century French Sofas
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Bauhaus Loveseats
Chrome
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21st Century and Contemporary European Neoclassical Benches
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
Velvet, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Wrought Iron
2010s American Other Benches
Fabric, Rope, Lambskin, Mohair, Acrylic, Lucite
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Steel
2010s Sofas
Upholstery
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Velvet, Beech
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Loveseats
Alpaca, Wood
Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Settees
Walnut
20th Century Hollywood Regency Settees
Upholstery
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Settees
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Chrome
Antique 1890s French Louis XV Canapes
Walnut
Petite Loveseat For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Petite Loveseat?
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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