Loveseats
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Marble
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
1960s Vintage Loveseats
Metal
2010s Spanish Modern Loveseats
Marble, Stainless Steel
1640s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Loveseats
Velvet, Beech
1990s Italian Post-Modern Loveseats
Textile, Upholstery
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1990s Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Mohair
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Organic Modern Loveseats
Linen, Cane, Rattan, Wood
1960s Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
1860s Danish Rococo Revival Antique Loveseats
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Loveseats
Giltwood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bouclé, Wood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Wool, Teak
Late 20th Century Brazilian Modern Loveseats
Velvet, Walnut
1960s Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Rattan, Reed, Wood, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
Early 2000s Chesterfield Loveseats
Leather, Cherry
1950s Vintage Loveseats
Metal
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Cotton, Bamboo
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Loveseats
Textile, Upholstery
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Bouclé, Wood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Loveseats
Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Ash
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Plexiglass
1970s Philippine Organic Modern Vintage Loveseats
Rattan
2010s Chinese Loveseats
Stainless Steel
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Steel
1990s American Louis XV Loveseats
Wood, Upholstery
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Loveseats
Textile, Upholstery
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet
1990s American Post-Modern Loveseats
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Suede
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
2010s Canadian Modern Loveseats
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather, Oak
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Wool, Oak
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Wool, Oak
1990s German Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Loveseats
Wood
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Steel
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Beech
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bouclé, Wood
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
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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