Loveseats
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Steel
20th Century Louis XVI Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Brass, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Loveseats
Faux Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1970s Danish Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary English George II Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Teak
1980s Philippine Vintage Loveseats
Reed
1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Velvet
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Steel
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Velvet, Beech
1740s Italian George II Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Giltwood
1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1980s Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
1930s French Louis XV Vintage Loveseats
Silk, Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Wood
20th Century Loveseats
Iron
18th Century British Queen Anne Antique Loveseats
Tapestry, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
20th Century French Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Beech, Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Steel
1960s Ecuadorean International Style Vintage Loveseats
Fruitwood
20th Century American Classical Loveseats
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Organic Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plywood
1970s American Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Walnut
1970s Italian Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Plastic
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Loveseats
Cane, Walnut
19th Century Antique Loveseats
Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Oak, Fabric, Wood
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wrought Iron
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel, Chrome
2010s Chinese Loveseats
Stainless Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Ash, Mahogany
1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Teak
1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Birch, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Upholstery
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Cut Steel
1970s American Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Acrylic, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
Mid-20th Century Loveseats
Iron
Late 20th Century Philippine Loveseats
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Loveseats
Fabric, Giltwood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Sheet Metal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Wool, Oak
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Iron
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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