Loveseats
1980s American Modern Vintage Loveseats
Berlin Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Alpaca
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Louis XVI Loveseats
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Bentwood
Early 20th Century American Louis XV Loveseats
Brocade, Wood, Down
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Cotton, Beech
1860s English High Victorian Antique Loveseats
Iron
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Plastic
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Loveseats
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Alpaca
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Velvet, Polyester, Poplar, Walnut
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Wood, Oak
1940s Singaporean Vintage Loveseats
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
1980s Italian Chinoiserie Vintage Loveseats
Textile, Satin, Silk, Velvet
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wood, Teak
1930s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bouclé, Wood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Teak
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Steel
1990s American Post-Modern Loveseats
Bouclé, Upholstery
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Plexiglass
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Loveseats
Faux Leather
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
2010s American Louis XVI Loveseats
Metal
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Teak
20th Century Chesterfield Loveseats
Leather
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bouclé
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
2010s Brazilian Modern Loveseats
Metal
Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Loveseats
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Loveseats
Textile
1970s American Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Fiberglass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
1990s Italian Post-Modern Loveseats
Aluminum
20th Century International Style Loveseats
Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
19th Century Victorian Antique Loveseats
Brass
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1970s Philippine Chinoiserie Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Rattan
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Metal
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fiberglass, Upholstery
19th Century American Rustic Antique Loveseats
Leather, Horn
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Loveseats
Wood
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1980s Vintage Loveseats
Cotton
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Cowhide, Wicker, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Teak
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Loveseats
Satin, Silk, Beech
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Teak, Leather
19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Loveseats
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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