Loveseats
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Loveseats
Leather, Wool
19th Century Antique Loveseats
Birdseye Maple
21st Century and Contemporary European Organic Modern Loveseats
Metal
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
20th Century Loveseats
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Loveseats
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Faux Leather
20th Century Victorian Loveseats
Iron
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Laminate
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
1970s American Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fiberglass
1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
Mid-20th Century Loveseats
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Teak
Late 19th Century English Antique Loveseats
Fabric, Wicker
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Alpaca
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Metal
2010s English Modern Loveseats
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Loveseats
Wood, Birch
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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