Loveseats
Late 20th Century Loveseats
Upholstery, Oak
1940s Singaporean Vintage Loveseats
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century American Hepplewhite Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
2010s American American Classical Loveseats
Velvet, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Marble
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Oak, Walnut
19th Century English Antique Loveseats
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Loveseats
Rosewood, Upholstery
20th Century Rustic Loveseats
Wood, Fabric, Hickory
2010s American Loveseats
Oak, Walnut
1940s French Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Hardwood
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wood, Teak
2010s Italian Modern Loveseats
Faux Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Loveseats
Leather
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Beech, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
1970s North American Louis XV Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Loveseats
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Oak
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1930s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Loveseats
Birch
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Loveseats
Walnut
18th Century British Queen Anne Antique Loveseats
Tapestry, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Stainless Steel
20th Century American Modern Loveseats
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Oak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Oak
20th Century American Modern Loveseats
Metal
20th Century Louis XVI Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
19th Century American American Empire Antique Loveseats
Satin, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
20th Century Ecuadorean Organic Modern Loveseats
Leather, Rosewood
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Walnut, Cotton
1930s European Louis XV Vintage Loveseats
Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Gold Leaf
20th Century American Modern Loveseats
Wood, Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loveseats
Steel
2010s American Loveseats
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary North American Loveseats
Mohair, Cedar
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Loveseats
Fabric, Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loveseats
Steel
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Wood
1940s American American Classical Vintage Loveseats
Pine
20th Century American Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood, Leather
19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Loveseats
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loveseats
Steel
19th Century French Renaissance Antique Loveseats
Walnut, Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Loveseats
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Walnut
2010s American Loveseats
Wool, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Loveseats
Steel
2010s American Loveseats
Velvet, Mahogany
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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