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Wooden and Cowhide Loveseat by Studio Kobylko, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Experience the epitome of luxury with this breathtaking love seat, meticulously handcrafted with unparalleled expertise. Every aspect of this piece, from the unique cowhide upholster...
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1990s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Cowhide, Hardwood
Pair of Louis XVI Style Carved and Laqué Gilded Bergère Settees or Loveseats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of Louis XVI style carved and Laqué gilded bergère settees. The elegant pair of carved loveseats, upholstered in a blue velvet, with padded backs and sides and a cushion seat,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Louis XVI Loveseats
Materials
Wood
Burgundy Leather Sofa by Pierluigi Cerri for Poltrona Frau, c 1990, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The burgundy leather is incredible on this Poltrona Frau circa 1990 Post-Modern sofa by Pierluigi Cerri. Featuring soft and supple Italian leather cushions over a ribbed leather wrapped (over steel) frame with smoked chrome legs, the rear has a floating leather shelf with manufactures brand embossed.
The color is superb - see the close ups for better color representation. Ideal for rooms where you need a pop of deep beautiful color in comfortable seating. Use as a loveseat or settee but this two-seat sofa is large enough to fit three when needed. Comfortable cushioned armpads make it a nice place to take a nap.
This burgundy leather couch...
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Loveseats
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Antique Velvet Sofa
Located in Milano, IT
Wonderful antique velvet sofa dating back to the 1800s, fine Italian manufacture.
The frame is made of antique wood, gilded, simply wonderful.
T...
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Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Loveseats
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Hollywood Regency Opposing Curved Chaise Lounges, Sofas or Loveseats
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stunning pair of opposing chaise lounges circa 1980's. These were newly reupholstered in the 2015 and are in very good ready to use condition. Measurements are for each sofa.
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1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Fabric
Asian Style Loveseat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern loveseat with black frame in an Asian motif. Soft cushions sit over a covered back.
Please confirm location NY or NJ.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wood
De Sede Leather Sofa by Stephan Hürlemann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-77/03 2-seat sofa by De Sede.
Technical details:
Standard configuration: Steel legs, matte dark nickel coating. Standard seat and back heights. Neck support in brushed stainle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Cream Leather Marsala Loveseat by Michel Ducaroy for Lignet Roset, France 1970s
Located in Chicago, IL
A Marsala loveseat designed by Michel Ducaroy for Lignet Roset. This loveseat features a curved amber plexiglass frame. It has striking original cream lea...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Plexiglass
Milo Baughman Jack Lenor Larsen Style MCM Upholstered Sofa Loveseat
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman Jack Lenor Larsen Style Mid Century Upholstered Sofa Loveseat
This loveseat measures: 69 wide x 40 deep x 32 high, with a seat...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
English Vintage Settee Loveseat
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This incredibly comfortable settee loveseat is from England, circa 1930s, and is freshly upholstered in RM CoCo floral fabric, pattern 2156CB, color...
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1930s English Edwardian Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Fabric
Wilhelm Knoll Oak Loveseat with Rounded Edges & Cream Cushions, Germany, 1960's
By Børge Mogensen, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wilhelm Knoll Oak Loveseat, Germany 1960's. Clearly influenced by Borge Mogensen with the clean natural fat round oak frames and simple lines. The frame is i...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Danish 1940s Large Banana Form Curved Sofa in Floral Fabric
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very elegant 1940s large Size curved three-seat sofa with channeled backrest. The sofa has springs in the seat and the backrest and the beechwood frame is solid and stu...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Wool, Beech
Danish Modern Rosewood Settee with Blue Textile
Located in Belmont, MA
Danish Rosewood Settee with Blue Textile. Solid rosewood frame. Matching armchair and sofa also available.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Rosewood
Kartell Cara Outdoor Chair by Philippe Starck in Rusty Blue Orange
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In Cara armchair, classically rigorous lines surround a comfortable seat. The perfect combination of formalism and technological innovation, for an original product with an industrial vibe that extends Kartell's range of soft furnishings...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Carolina Bamboo & Cane Bench
Located in Bellport, NY
The Carolina Bench beautifully hand crafted in Spain of bamboo and cane. The seat is covered in a sunbrella natural tone fabric. The bottom level is gre...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish British Colonial Loveseats
Materials
Linen, Bamboo, Cane
Danish 1940s Curved Banana Shape Loveseat in White Wool with Channel in Backrest
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Viggo Boesen style banana shaped or curved Loveseat made in Denmark, circa 1940. This small sofa will make a strong statement in any room. Beautiful round voluptuous lines and with l...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Beech, Wool
'Ilona' Safari Style Leather Sling Loveseat by Arne Norell, circa 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful Arne Norell 'Ilona' loveseat features thick saddle leather slings with straps and buckles and groovy 70s Marimekko-style fabric cushions.
Produced in the 1970s by ...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
De Sede Fixed Leather Sofa by Alfredo Häberli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-110/02 sofa by De Sede.
Technical details:
Standard configuration: Thread color according to the color of the body. If not specified otherwise, the standard configuration will...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa, Upholstered in Alpaca, B&B Italia, 1970s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Mario Bellini Le Bambole sofa, produced by B&B Italia, Italy in the 1970s, newly upholstered in luxurious 100% alpaca. Marked on the underside. Fast shipping worldwide.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Alpaca
De Sede Leather Folds Sofa by Alfredo Häberli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-373/02 2-seat sofa by De Sede.
Technical details:
Standard configuration: Legs steel, matte nickel bronze-coated. Chair without rotation function. If not specified otherwis...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Bar Harbor Wicker Sofa
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is an iconic Bar Harbor Wicker sofa that dates to the first half of the 20th century. The sofa is a great example of the current Coastal Design ...
Category
20th Century American Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Wicker, Wood
Midcentury Chrome Loveseat After Milo Baughman in Dusty Mauve Mohair
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful midcentury chrome frame loveseat sofa in the style of legendary American designer Milo Baughman. Characterized by its sleek profile, clean lines, and subtly curved edges, t...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Chrome
Mette Sofa by Arnold Madsen & Henry Schubell for Bovenkamp, Netherlands, 1950s
Located in Ranst, VAN
Mette' sofa designed by Arnold Madsen & Henry Schubell for Bovenkamp, Netherlands 1950s. The sofa is made of teak and oak. The sofa has been completely renovated and reupholstered wi...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Teak
American Victorian Wicker Loveseat
By Larkin & Co.
Located in Southampton, NJ
American Victorian natural wicker woven roll design high back loveseat with spindles and bobbins on back and apron. Additionally the settee features...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Loveseats
Materials
Brass
Danish 1940's Loveseat with Open Wooden Armrest and Green Striped Wool
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very charming loveseat from the 1940's in the style of Alfred Christensen. Maker and Designer is unknown but the style is very similar to designs by Fritz Hansen and Alfred Christens...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Wool, Beech
Modern Patio Furniture, The Bali Collection
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This listing is for our 32" chair. All Modern Patio Furniture - The Bali Collection is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This silhouette is simple, modern, and sl...
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2010s American Modern Loveseats
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Loveseat by Nitex Mobler Denmark, C 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Loveseat / Settee by Nitex Mobler Denmark. C 1980s
Features a quintessential Mid Century Scandinavian Slee...
Category
1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Danish Modern Leather Loveseat
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Leather Danish loveseat, circa 1960s. Soft, supple vintage butterscotch leather is still durable enough to ensure years of use and enjoyment. Compact footprint, a
perfect seating so...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Leather
Danish Mid-Century Curved Loveseat or Settee Around 1950
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very elegant Danish curved two-seat sofa raised on a beech frame and legs. Probably manufactured around 1950 even if the original design came out of the late art deco e...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Wool, Beech
Artifort Theo Ruth Cocktail Sofa, Netherlands, 1950s
Located in Voorburg, NL
Beautiful Artifort cocktail sofa, designed by Theo Ruth in the early fifties. The sofa is in unique condition with beautiful snow-white alcantara uphols...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Gondola Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, 1950s
Located in Chicago, IL
A Gondola sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar’s Janus Collection in the 1950s. This sculptural sofa features angled arms and a floating back attached to the base with walnut s...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Brass
Brazilian Rosewood Sofa by Liceu De Artes e Officios, Midcentury
Located in New York, NY
Two-seat sofa designed by Liceu de Artes e Oficios in solid rosewood, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 1960s. The piece has been recently refinished and newly upholstered in natural leather.
Liceu De Artes & Oficios was established in 1873 by a group of elite coffee aristocrats that pretended to train skilled labor for possible future industrialization of Brazil.
Seven years after, the institution changed completely the proposal, really becoming a school of craftsmanship, occupying a building design by Ramos de...
Category
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
French Style High-Back Upholstered Settee W/New Belgian Linen Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French style high-back settee designed by US Furniture maker Yale R. Burge. This vintage settee has been finely crafted with French design influences and features a beautiful high-...
Category
20th Century French Loveseats
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Suelo Modern Loveseat
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo modern loveseat is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfo...
Category
2010s North American Modern Loveseats
Materials
Hardwood
Danish 1960s Midcentury Settee in Teak and Leather
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and elegant small 1950s easy style Danish settee with the frame, legs and armrests in solid teak. Very high design quality and workmanship. The piece is unmarked but the de...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Teak, Leather
Jan Barboglio Mexican Modern Style Wrought Iron Outdoor Fleur de Lis Crest Bench
Located in New York, NY
Mexican Modern (contemporary) wrought iron outdoor two-seat garden bench with a scrollwork back centering a fleur de lis crest with curved iron arms and curved iron legs. (JAN BARBOGLIO)
Category
20th Century Mexican Hollywood Regency Loveseats
Materials
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Early 19th Century Parcel Gilt Classical New York Sofa, circa 1820
By Deming & Bulkley
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A spectacular American Empire sofa with exquisite detailing and design. One of the masterpieces of Federal New York furniture, this circa 1820 parcel gilt sofa with faux bois Rosewoo...
Category
1820s American American Classical Antique Loveseats
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Antique Biedermeier Sofa Made of Velvet Fabric and Carved Wood
Located in Milano, IT
Impressive Biedermeier sofa of Northern European origin from the early 1900s. The majestic sofa features a colossal wooden frame with several special fea...
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Loveseats
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Walnut
Contemporary Loveseat 'Unio' by Poiat, 01 Eneide Fabric by Dedar
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
Unio Loveseat by Poiat
Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski
Collection UNIO 2021
Dimensions: H. 72 x W. 150 D. 72 SH. 40
Model shown: Cat 3 01 Écru Eined - Dedar
...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Organic Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plywood
19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Canape
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Louis XV Walnut Canape represents the epitome of the style! Rendered from select, sumptuous French walnut, it features naturalistic, contoured lines from the trip...
Category
1890s French Louis XV Antique Loveseats
Materials
Walnut
Kartell Cara Chair Rusty Rust by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In cara armchair, classically rigorous lines surround a comfortable seat. The perfect combination of formalism and technological innovation, for an original product with an industrial vibe that extends Kartell's range of soft furnishings...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Secretaire Chair from Mas Creations by Masquespacio
By Masquespacio
Located in Geneve, CH
Secretaire chair from Mas Creations by Masquespacio
Dimensions: 60 x 112 x H 70.2 cm
Materials: stainless steel, inkjet printed velvet, high density polyurethane foam padding, Gree...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Loveseats
Materials
Marble, Stainless Steel
Hollywood Regency Split Sofa
Located in Hanover, MA
This custom made upholstered two piece sofa came from an outrageously over-the-top period Hollywood Regency decorated home outside of Boston. Think Zsa Zsa, Eva and Magda on steroids.
This fabric is embroidered gold thread on a shimmering platinum white background. Stylish curved lines, each with one tufted arm, peak crested rail, tailored skirting and pegged quarter-sawn oak legs.
We replaced the foam inside both loose seat cushions and flipped them to give this grand dame...
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1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
Pacific Green Leather 2-Seater Lima Sofa
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Sustainable and beautiful Pacific Green furniture is truly a sophisticated addition to any decor. The Lima collection is no exception. This listing is for the 2-seater Lima sofa, we also have the 3-seater and lounge chair available,
Pacific Green Furniture is expertly constructed of sustainable Palmwood and steel with A-grade, premium leather, truly made to stand the test of time.
Sofa is in EXCELLENT CONDITION, although used, it shows no real signs of wear.
FROM PACIFIC GREEN'S WEBSITE:
"Lima has echoes of the classic tub chair. An elegant piece with an exotic twist. Its contoured cushion envelopes the body, providing comfort and ergonomics. The unique horn-shaped legs are crafted and polished from Palmwood and embellished with leather strapping. Underpinned with a steel frame for durability.
Pacific Green has designed and manufactured exotic furniture and home accessories for 40 years.
Our unique collection includes tropical furniture, island furniture and resort furniture...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Loveseats
Materials
Steel
El Rancho Sofa by Maija Ruoslahti for Kalustekiila
By Kalustekiila
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"El Rancho" sofa by Maija Ruoslahti for Kalustekiila.
Brown leather with strap details & chrome metal frame. Cushions & Straps all snap into place w...
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Chrome
Desede Two-Seater Leather Sofa with Pierre Frey Mohair Cushions
By De Sede
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Two Seater Vintage De Sede leather sofa with Mohair cushions.
WK 612 for WK Wohnen by DeSede.
Materials: Original Vintage Leather F...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Mohair
Leather Swan Sofas by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Dallas, TX
Easily one of Arne Jacobsen's most recognizable designs is the rare 'Swan' settee model no. 3321, for The Republic of Fritz Hansen. Devised as an extension and produced in far fewer numbers than the famous Swan chair. The settee is a sculptural masterpiece that forgoes boring straight lines in favor of a unique shape composed of smooth curves and soft round edges with outstanding comfort, mounted on the polished aluminium base, an innovative design. Retains the original manufacturers label. Recently professionally reupholstered in leather with a very nice patina. It was an immediate star when it was unveiled at the opening of the Royal SAS Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958. Jacobsen was the principal architect and designer for the cutting-edge hotel. The furniture he created for the project make up some of his most iconic designs. Two available, price is per item.
Literature: Arne Jacobsen, Thau and Vindum, pg. 470
An icon of Danish furniture design, Arne Jacobsen was first and foremost an architect, he used that skill to create a catalog of groundbreaking product designs. He embodied the spirit of simple, functional elegance that defined the movement now known as Danish mid-century modernism. Some of his designs include the iconic Series 7 Chair, Ant Chair, Egg Chair, Swan Chair and Settee, Mayor Sofa...
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Aluminum
19th Century Biedermeier Bench with Neoclassical Legs
Located in Charleston, SC
Lovely little 19th century Biedermeier bench or loveseat with neoclassical legs. Made of cherry and/or pear wood with crotch walnut veneers, this ben...
Category
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Loveseats
Materials
Fruitwood, Walnut
Paint Decorated Chinese Chippendale Bench, 1930
Located in New York, NY
A paint decorated Chinese Chippendale three seat bench with loose cushion, circa 1930.
Category
Early 20th Century British Chinese Chippendale Loveseats
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Large Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat, Pergamena 017, Low Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary Large 'Aqueduct' by Poiat.
Small version : H. 77 cm x W. 299 cm x D. 102 cm (SH 40 cm).
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski.
Upholstery: Dedar - Pergamena 017.
Plinth: Low Plinth...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
Italian Sofa by Serafino Arrighi in White Bouclé
Located in Milano, IT
The Serafino Arrighi sofa from the 1960s is an elegant Italian sofa with a modernist design. It features a wooden frame with sharp, clean lines, while the back has a geometric play o...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Two Leather Swan Sofas by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Dallas, TX
Easily one of Arne Jacobsen's most recognizable designs is the rare 'Swan' settee model no. 3321, for The Republic of Fritz Hansen. Devised as an extension and produced in far fewer numbers than the famous Swan chair. The settee is a sculptural masterpiece that forgoes boring straight lines in favor of a unique shape composed of smooth curves and soft round edges with outstanding comfort, mounted on the polished aluminium base, an innovative design. Retains the original manufacturers label. Recently professionally reupholstered in leather with a very nice patina. It was an immediate star when it was unveiled at the opening of the Royal SAS Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958. Jacobsen was the principal architect and designer for the cutting-edge hotel. The furniture he created for the project make up some of his most iconic designs.
Literature: Arne Jacobsen, Thau and Vindum, pg. 470
An icon of Danish furniture design, Arne Jacobsen was first and foremost an architect, he used that skill to create a catalog of groundbreaking product designs. He embodied the spirit of simple, functional elegance that defined the movement now known as Danish mid-century modernism. Some of his designs include the iconic Series 7 Chair, Ant Chair, Egg Chair, Swan Chair and Settee, Mayor Sofa...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Materials
Aluminum
Italian Sofa attributed to Ico Parisi in original fabric
By Ico Parisi
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant small Italian living room sofa attributed to Ico Parisi from the 1950s. The sofa is in its original condition, we also find its original fabric of the time in grey-brown stri...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Danish Modern Beech & Leather Loveseat
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech & leather loveseat, circa 1960's. Soft and supple, yet durable enough to ensure years of enjoyment. Solid beech wood frame with stylish slats and removable cushions. Spend the ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Leather, Beech
Vivai del Sud Vintage Wood and Rattan Sofa W Floral Fabric
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful rattan and wood sofa designed in the 1960s by fine Italian manufacturer Vivai Del Sud.
The sofa is wonderful, with a square shape with ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
Contemporary 'Mammoth' Sofa by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak, Hallingdal 180
By Rune Krøjgaard, Norr11
Located in Paris, FR
Mammoth sofa
Signed by rune krøjgaard & knut bendik humlevik for norr11.
Model shown on the picture:
Wood: Dark smoked oak
Fabric: Kvadrat Hallingdal black 180
Wood types available: natural oak / light smoked oak / dark smoked oak / black oak
Fabric: large variety available
The Mammoth Chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Wool, Oak
Contemporary Large Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat, Pergamena 017, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary large 'Aqueduct' by Poiat.
Measures: small version : H. 77 cm x W. 299 cm x D. 102 cm (SH 40 cm).
Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski.
u...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Materials
Linen, Foam, Plywood
Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for Minotti, 1950s
By Gigi Radice, Minotti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. Made with solid wood structure and blue velvet upholstery and black lacquered metal legs. The upholstery has been redone.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Materials
Metal
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.
Find a wide variety of antique, new and vintage loveseats today on 1stDibs.
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