Loveseats
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
Late 20th Century French Modern Loveseats
Metal
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1960s French Rustic Vintage Loveseats
Leather
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Loveseats
Brocade, Wood
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
20th Century American Bohemian Loveseats
Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Oak
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Loveseats
Rattan, Rope
1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Naugahyde, Wood
1960s American American Classical Vintage Loveseats
Metal, Iron
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Mohair, Beech
1990s American Post-Modern Loveseats
Bouclé, Upholstery
1970s American Bohemian Vintage Loveseats
Wicker, Rattan
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1990s Australian Organic Modern Loveseats
Metal
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1960s Swiss Rustic Vintage Loveseats
Bouclé, Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Bouclé, Walnut
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1990s Modern Loveseats
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Loveseats
Teak
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Loveseats
Cotton, Foam
1980s Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
1970s Swiss Brutalist Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1980s American Modern Vintage Loveseats
Mohair
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, PVC
1990s American Post-Modern Loveseats
Bouclé, Upholstery
1970s American Brutalist Vintage Loveseats
Resin, Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Foam
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Steel
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Jute, Bentwood
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Oak
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Teak
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Louis XV Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
20th Century English Arts and Crafts Loveseats
Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Walnut
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Suede, Wood
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Velvet, Beech
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Oak
20th Century Chinese Loveseats
Silk
1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Mohair, Beech
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Stainless Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Oak, Fabric
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Cane, Teak
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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