Loveseats
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Loveseats
Fabric, Rattan, Wood, Lacquer
1980s Dutch Vintage Loveseats
Leather
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Loveseats
Velvet, Fruitwood
1990s Italian Bauhaus Loveseats
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Mohair, Beech, Wool
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Rosewood
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Loveseats
Linen, Foam, Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Velvet, Wood, Silk, Trimming
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Teak
2010s American Loveseats
Upholstery
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Maple, Burl
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Beech, Sheepskin
1980s American Modern Vintage Loveseats
Berlin Iron
21st Century and Contemporary British Loveseats
Cotton, Linen
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Loveseats
Wood, Leather
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Loveseats
Upholstery
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Foam
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
1970s Italian Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Foam
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Wood
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Loveseats
Wicker
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, PVC
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Ultrasuede
Late 20th Century French Provincial Loveseats
Upholstery, Hardwood, Down
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Teak
1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Oak
1990s Italian Post-Modern Loveseats
Aluminum
1930s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bouclé, Wood
2010s American Louis XVI Loveseats
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Loveseats
Leather
20th Century Brazilian Organic Modern Loveseats
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary French Minimalist Loveseats
Metal
19th Century Italian Romantic Antique Loveseats
Silver Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Silk, Velvet
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Louis XVI Loveseats
Wood
1940s French Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Hardwood
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
Late 19th Century American Eastlake Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Velvet
1970s Italian Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
20th Century Chesterfield Loveseats
Leather
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Sheepskin, Beech
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Teak
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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