Loveseats
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Rattan, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Loveseats
Textile
1960s Bohemian Vintage Loveseats
Bamboo, Rattan
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
Late 20th Century American Loveseats
Canvas, Rattan, Foam
19th Century European Louis XV Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Mahogany
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet
20th Century Chesterfield Loveseats
Leather
1930s French Louis XVI Vintage Loveseats
Wood, Upholstery, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1930s French Louis XV Vintage Loveseats
Silk, Wood
19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Loveseats
Velvet, Walnut
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Loveseats
Wood, Birch
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Velvet
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Foam, Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Organic Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plywood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Loveseats
Cane, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Steel
20th Century French Louis XV Loveseats
Walnut
1930s French Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Faux Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Loveseats
Wood, Leather, Velvet, Jacquard
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Linen, Foam, Plywood
20th Century American Chesterfield Loveseats
Silk
Early 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Loveseats
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Brass
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Stainless Steel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel, Chrome
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Oak
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Upholstery
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Silk, Wood
1950s American Vintage Loveseats
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Stainless Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
2010s South African Loveseats
Velvet
20th Century American Post-Modern Loveseats
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Wool, Oak
2010s Italian Loveseats
Leather, Fabric, Upholstery
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Rattan, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Brass
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
Late 19th Century European Louis XVI Antique Loveseats
Wood
1950s Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, 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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