Loveseats
1940s Italian Vintage Loveseats
Mohair
2010s Guatemalan Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Hardwood, Leather
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric
2010s Chinese Loveseats
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Loveseats
Leather, Wood
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Louis XVI Loveseats
Fabric, Foam, Wood
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fiberglass
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Loveseats
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Velvet
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Upholstery
Early 1900s Ukrainian Art Nouveau Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Bentwood
1940s American Chippendale Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Bamboo
1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Rattan
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
Late 20th Century Philippine Loveseats
Rattan
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
2010s South African Modern Loveseats
Ceramic, Upholstery, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
1970s Danish Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Teak
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Oak
1960s French Louis XV Vintage Loveseats
Walnut
19th Century American Victorian Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Mahogany
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Metal
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Beech
19th Century British Regency Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Rosewood
2010s American Loveseats
Velvet, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Loveseats
Stainless Steel
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Loveseats
Wood, Paint, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Loveseats
Felt, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather, Oak
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Stainless Steel
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Maple
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Metal, Brass, Iron, Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather, Oak
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
2010s Chinese Loveseats
Stainless Steel, Metal, Bronze
1960s Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Down, Wood
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
2010s Chinese Loveseats
Stainless Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Loveseats
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Metal, Chrome
1960s Bohemian Vintage Loveseats
Bamboo, Rattan
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Suede
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Loveseats
Brass
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Loveseats
Wood, Fabric
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
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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