Loveseats
Late 20th Century American Loveseats
Canvas, Rattan, Foam
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Walnut, Fabric
1990s American Post-Modern Loveseats
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
1910s English Edwardian Vintage Loveseats
Wood
Mid-20th Century Burmese Loveseats
Rattan, Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Beech, Fabric
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Rosewood
1990s Loveseats
Cotton
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Loveseats
Upholstery, Mahogany
1950s Vintage Loveseats
Metal
19th Century American Louis XV Antique Loveseats
Metal
Late 20th Century American Loveseats
Upholstery
1930s Mexican Bauhaus Vintage Loveseats
Rattan, Teak
Early 20th Century Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
1950s Italian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Aluminum
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wood, Teak
1970s European Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel, Chrome
1940s French Vintage Loveseats
Brass
1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wicker
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Steel
1940s French Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century North American Louis XVI Loveseats
Fabric, Wood, Paint
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Rattan, Wood
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Loveseats
Cane, Walnut
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Stainless Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Sheet Metal
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Rosewood, Suede
20th Century International Style Loveseats
Wood
20th Century Italian Rococo Loveseats
Fabric, Fruitwood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Metal
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bamboo
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Beech, Leather
20th Century French Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Leather
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wood, Birdseye Maple
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Teak
1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Faux Leather
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Foam, Feathers
Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Loveseats
Steel, Chrome
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fur, Wood, Upholstery
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1990s American Art Deco Loveseats
Upholstery, Giltwood
1970s Italian Vintage Loveseats
Leather
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Beech
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
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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