Loveseats
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wood, Teak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Faux Leather
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Hardwood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Rattan, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
Early 2000s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Metal
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Mohair, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Gold Leaf
19th Century English Victorian Antique Loveseats
Mahogany
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bamboo, Fabric
Late 20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Rosewood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
19th Century Victorian Antique Loveseats
Brass
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Stainless Steel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Beech, Leather
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Elm
1970s Colombian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Metal, Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Bentwood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Metal
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wood, Teak
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Bentwood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Metal
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Foam, Wood
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Silk, Wood
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Bronze
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Birch, Canvas
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bouclé, Elm
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Rosewood
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Velvet
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Oak, Upholstery
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Faux Leather
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Birch
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, 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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