Swedish Mid-Century Modern 'Paradiset' Sofa, Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sheepskin
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Stamford, CT
Swedish Mid-Century Modern 'Paradiset' Sofa by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sheepskin Chic minimalist sofa by famed Swedish designer referred to as 'Paradiset' or Paradise - for obv...
Sheepskin, Wood
$3,250Sale Price|50% Off
Lennart Bender "Corona" Leather Couch Sweden 1960
By Lennart Bender
Located in Surrey, BC
Swedish Mid-Century Modern rare sofa by Lennart Bender for Ulferts, Denmark , model Corona. Original leather with great patina. A great looking piece 1960 Original Cognag co...
Leather, Teak
Vintage IKEA 'Falster' Loveseat, Sweden, Circa 1950s
By IKEA
Located in San Antonio, TX
Vintage "Falster" loveseat by IKEA, 1950s, Sweden, features beech and a velvet sage colored fabric. There are fading spots on fabric and small dark spot on fabric at the very bottom ...
Fabric, Beech
Mid Century Olive Buffalo Leather and Rosewood Loveseat after Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Lutz, FL
Handsome classic Olive buffalo Leather Loveseat styled after the Mexico sofa by Arne Norell Sweden, c.1960’s. Beautifully mottled patinated Olive Green loveseat with hints of brown, ...
Leather, Rosewood
Scandinavian Cabinetmaker Loveseat in Charcoal Bouclé, Sweden, C. 1940s
Located in Westport, CT
This original 1940s loveseat, crafted in the manner of Viggo Boesen, features a distinctive channelled back that enhances its elegant design. Completely restored, it is reupholstered...
Bouclé, Mahogany
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
Stunning Swedish Modern Beautiful tall Red Leather loveseat Sofa pine frame
By Arne Norell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century swedish Scandinavian Modern Beautiful tall Red Leather loveseat Sofa with solid pine frame.
Leather, Pine
Arne Norell Ilona Safari Loveseat Danish Modern
By Arne Norell
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Safari Loveseat by Arne Norell. Model “Ilona”. Original leather shows patina. 59w 30d 28.5h 15.5s
Leather
Illona Loveseat in Patinated Green Leather by Are Norell
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden Designer: Arne Norell Manufacturer: Norell Møbler AB Era: 1960s Materials: Beech, leather Measurements: 58.75? wide x 31.5? deep Condition: In excellent origin...
Leather, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Petite Sofa or Loveseat Attributed to Overman
By Overman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sculptural looking sofa from the 1970s. It features original upholstery and chrome-plated steel legs.
Steel
Restored 1940s Swedish Art Moderne “Banana Seat” Curved Loveseat Sofa
By Bröderna Anderssons 1
Located in Atlanta, GA
It is less industrial than its American counterpart and more organic, bridging the gap between the high glamour of the 1930s Art Deco and Functionalist (Funkis) eras and the Mid-Cent...
Leather, Fabric, Elm
Swedish Loveseat or Settee with Open Wooden Armrests in Elm ca. 1950
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Superb Swedish settee from the late 1940's or early 1950s with coil springs in the seat and beautiful open armrests and legs carved in solid blond Elm wood with great grain and patin...
Wool, Elm
Yngve Ekstrom for Swedese Møbler Two-Seat Sofa Loveseat
By Swedese, Yngve Ekström
Located in Vienna, AT
Generously proportioned sofa or loveseat with curved backrest and original stripe textured fabric from designer Yngve Ekstrom for Swedese. Produced during the late 1960s. Brand's mar...
Brass
Unavailable
H 35.44 in W 57.09 in D 27.56 in
Yngve Ekstrom for Swedese Møbler Two-Seat Sofas Loveseats a Pair
By Swedese, Yngve Ekström
Located in Vienna, AT
A generously proportioned pair of sofas or loveseats with curved backrest and original stripe textured fabric from designer Yngve Ekstrom for Swedese. Produced during the late 1960s....
Brass
Gustavian Sofa, Original Horsehair Stuffing and Original Paint
Located in Port Chester, NY
A charming and elegant smaller sofa/loveseat, at just 56.5" wide, with a nice deep seat, which is a comfortable height of 19". Lovely proportions, and the sofa as a whole is extremel...
Wood
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 78.75 in D 37.41 in
Arne Norell Vintage Leather Merkur Sofa Loveseat in Butterscotch Brown , 1960s
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Hamburg, DE
A very comfortable and rare leather 2.5-seat sofa by Arne Norell for Norell Möbel AB Sweden ( marked ) from the midcentury era is being offered here. It is from highest quality and a...
Leather, Wood
Loveseat Attributed to DUX of Sweden
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Settee in the style of Folke Ohlsson for DUX. Settee has been professionally refinished and upholstered. It measures: 53" wide, 32" deep and 30" high. Seat height is 18".
Fabric, Wood
Overman Mid-Century Modern Swedish Sofa in Black Leatherette
By Overman
Located in Astoria, NY
A Mid-Century Modern Swedish overman sofa or loveseat upholstered in black leatherette.
Faux Leather
Yngve Ekstrom Mid Century Danish styled Loveseat for Swedese Sweden
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted teak / rosewood framed upholstered two seat sofa with winged armrests . The curved backside , top design and perfectly placed armrests gives the loveseat good sup...
Upholstery, Rosewood, Teak
Sold
H 28.25 in W 100 in D 32.63 in
Swedish Modern Folke Ohlsson for DUX Pair of Sectional Loveseat Sofas
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Shippensburg, PA
This pair of Mid-Century Modern sofas were designed by Folke Ohlsson for DUX in Sweden, an interesting design that allows them to operate either as a pair of loveseats, as a sectiona...
Fabric, Walnut
Mid Century Arne Norell Style Leather Sling Safari Sofa Loveseat
By Arne Norell
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
In the style of Arne Norell Safari Loveseat sofa Swedish Design Mid-century modern teak and yellow / tan leather 2 seat small sofa.
Leather, Teak
Mid Century Modern Leather & Rosewood Loveseat by Arne Norell, c1960s
By Arne Norell
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Presenting for sale, an iconic, rare, and highly sought-after mid-century modern loveseat designed by the legendary Swedish designer, Arne Norell.
Leather, Rosewood
Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat Early Mid-Century
By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very elegant 1940s curved two-seat sofa in wool fabric. The sofa has springs in the seat and the backrest and the cushions are nice and firm and the sofa very sturdy. T...
Beech
Arne Norell Style Leather Loveseat
By Coja Culemborg, Sven Ellekaer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sweet little Arne Norell style loveseat with black leather tufted cushions effortlessly paired with original black stained wood for a comfortable loveseat with an ageless look. In or...
Leather, Wood
"Llona" Loveseat in Brown Leather by Arne Norell
By Arne Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Llona" loveseat in brown leather by Arne Norell. Original leather. Reconditioned and restored.
Leather
Danish 1940s Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Red Mohair
By Viggo Boesen, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very elegant 1940s curved sofa/loveseat in red mohair wool fabric. The sofa has springs in the seat and the backrest and the cushions are nice and firm and the sofa ver...
Mohair, Beech
Danish 1940s Banana Form Curved Sofa or Loveseat in Grey Wool
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very elegant 1940s curved three-seat sofa later upholstered in a wool tweed fabric. The sofa has springs in the seat and the backrest and the cushions are nice and firm...
Beech, Wool
1970s Swedish Leather Settee
By De Sede
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1970’s Swedish high back Settee. Original patchwork brown leather. Settee is nicely worn with great patina.
Leather
Folke Ohlsson for DUX Settee
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Houston, TX
Excellent Swedish settee designed by Folke Ohlsson for DUX. Walnut frame has excellent Scandinavian Modern lines. Tapered legs are capped in brass. Inquire for upholstery. Matching c...
Folke Ohlsson Two-Seater Love Seat for Dux
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Folke Ohlsson Manufacturer: Dux Period/Style: Swedish Modern Country: Sweden Date: 1950’s Dimensions: 24″H x 59″L x 31″W Materials: Walnut, Cotton Tweed Fabric Con...
Cotton, Fabric, Walnut
Swedish Modern Folke Jansson Orion Wool Bouclé Sofa 1950's
By Folke Jansson
Located in Uccle, BE
Rare model Orion wool and beechwood sofa with brass details by Folke Jansson. Firm yet comfortable. Produced by SM Wincrantz in Sweden in 1950's. Reupholstered in wool bouclé.
Brass
Arne Norell Inca easy chairs with stools produced by Arne Norell in Sweden
By Arne Norell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
A pair of easy chairs with footstools model Inca designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Arne Norell in Aneby, Sweden.
Brass
Arne Norell Leather Two Seater Sofa for Coja 1970s
By Coja Culemborg, Arne Norell
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice luxurious two seater sofa. Solid wood frame, comes with a smooth capped leather in a mocha brown color. Top quality sofa. Very good condition. Designed by Arne Norell for...
Leather
Arne Norell Style Leather Love Seat
By Sven Ellekaer , Coja Culemborg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sweet little Arne Norell style love seat with chocolate brown leather tufted cushions in original condition. Visible signs of wear, some of the lining is worn through behind the leat...
Leather, Wood
Arne Norell Style Leather Love Seat
By Coja Culemborg, Arne Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sweet little Arne Norell style two-seat love seat by Sven Ellekaer for Coja, with worn brown leather seating in original condition.
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 31 in W 77 in D 32 in
Arne Norell 1970s Three-Seat Sofa in Brown Buffalo Leather with Chrome Base
By Vatne Møbler, Arne Norell
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A sofa in chocolate brown buffalo leather and chrome base with fabulous whipstitch trim, designed by Arne Norell for Vatne Møbler of Norway and produced in the late 1960's or early 1...
Chrome
Arne Norell 1960s Two-Seat Sofa Model Ilona in Cream and Tan Leather
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful 1960s safari-style two-seat sofa by Arne Norell in beech and tan and cream leather. The originally tan leather has faded and patinated over time to blend in a cream or almo...
Leather, Beech
Danish Ca. 1950 Curved Sofa in Green Mohair and Brass Capped Legs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very elegant late 1940s to early 1950's curved three-seat sofa in green mohair wool fabric. The sofa has springs in the seat and the backrest and the cushions are nice ...
Mohair, Beech
3 piece art deco shell back salon suite
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
3 piece art deco shell back salon suite circa 1930. Good quality suite comprising of a sofa and 2 matching chairs. All with fanned shell backs decorated with piping, shaped seats. ...
Fabric, Mahogany
Sold
H 31 in W 67 in D 26 in
Overman Living Room Set, Loveseat, Pair of Chairs and Ottoman, Black Vinyl
By Overman
Located in Kansas City, MO
Instant living room set for a bargain price. Lightweight but very sturdy mod 1960s Overman settee / sofa / loveseat, two chairs and ottoman. Original black vinyl in very good conditi...
Aluminum
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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