Loveseats
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Linen, Foam, Plywood
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Loveseats
Iron, Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Loveseats
Brass
1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Loveseats
Textile
Late 19th Century English Chippendale Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
2010s American Loveseats
Upholstery
2010s Mexican Modern Loveseats
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass, Stainless Steel
2010s American Loveseats
Wool, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese French Provincial Loveseats
Gold Leaf
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Mahogany
2010s American Minimalist Loveseats
Oak, Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
2010s German Modern Loveseats
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Loveseats
Textile
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
1960s Bohemian Vintage Loveseats
Bamboo, Rattan
2010s British Minimalist Loveseats
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass, Stainless Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Faux Leather, Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Steel
20th Century Philippine Bohemian Loveseats
Textile, Rattan, Bamboo
20th Century Victorian Loveseats
Metal, Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Beech
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Faux Leather, Rubber, Wood, Hardwood, Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Foam, Wood
20th Century Italian Baroque Loveseats
Upholstery, Giltwood
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Egyptian Loveseats
Wood
1980s Finnish Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Stainless Steel, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1930s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Mahogany
19th Century Austrian Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Upholstery
2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Organic Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Organic Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plywood
Early 1900s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
2010s American Loveseats
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Mahogany
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Loveseats
Velvet
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Loveseats
Textile
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Hardwood
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Loveseats
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Fruitwood, Burl
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Brass
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Bentwood
1890s Italian Victorian Antique Loveseats
Cast Stone
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Foam, Plywood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fiberglass
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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