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Loveseats For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Georgian
Danish 1940's Loveseat with Open Wooden Armrest and Green Striped Wool
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very charming loveseat from the 1940's in the style of Alfred Christensen. Maker and Designer is unknown but the style is very similar to designs by Fritz Hansen and Alfred Christens...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Wool, Beech

Vioski New Century Modern Tufted Tuulla Loveseat in Gray felted flannel
Located in Vernon, CA
The Tuulla Loveseat, like the Tuulla Chair, takes the idea of tufting to a new level of comfort for two. The loveseat is “made” of tufts over an elegant a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Metal, Steel, Cut Steel, Chrome

Vintage Italian "Cloud" Loveseat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous vintage suede "Cloud" loveseat made in Italy, circa 1970s. This loveseat is wrapped by a padded edge that makes it look even more like a cloud, it h...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Suede, Wood

Extra Wide Country French Lounge Chair W/ Matching Ottoman Beige Upholstery Mint
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Extra Wide Country French Lounge Chair w/ Matching Ottoman Beige Upholstery MINT original condition! Chair: 26x36x37 Seat height: 19 Ottoman: 19×36x19
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Midcentury Loveseat Sofa with Brass Base
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Mid-Century Modern loveseat features vintage upholstery, two removable cushions, and unique brass accented legs and base. Complimentary three seater sofa available separately.
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery

Artifort Theo Ruth Cocktail Sofa, Netherlands, 1950s
Located in Voorburg, NL
Beautiful Artifort cocktail sofa, designed by Theo Ruth in the early fifties. The sofa is in unique condition with beautiful snow-white alcantara uphols...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Emilio Sala and Giorgio Madini, Sofa with Tapered Wooden Legs Italy, in the 1950
Located in Almelo, NL
Emilio Sala and Giorgio Madini sofa with Tapered wooden legs Italy, in the 1950s. Lovely small sofa with tapered wooden legs and ori...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Soborg Rosewood & Cane Plexus Modular Two Seat Sofa / Chairs by Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Deland, FL
This set of easy chairs by Illum Wikkelsoø is part of the mid century design collection. The chairs most distinctive feature are the rosewood arms that curve slightly outwards as doe...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Rosewood

Briance Duo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant love seat is the companion piece of our popular Briance chair. It has five cast brass legs and a distinctive curved back. The beauty of the tapered brass legs with their...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Brass

Pair Curved Mid-Century Modern Sofas / Settees, Loveseats John Stuart for Irwin
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair Curved Mid-Century Modern Sofas / Settees Labeled John Stuart, Walnut Irwin Furniture Company settees or loveseats designed by John Stuart. Both bearing labels. The pair having lovely sleek frames covered in a clean modern textile. A fine addition to any home or office. At the ripe age of 23 Robert Irwin rose from office clerk to plant superintendent of the Grand Rapids School Furniture Co. In 1900 he and some associates purchases Royal Furniture Co, and later it transferred to his very own label in Irwin. Irwin specialized in high end reproductions based off of European and ancient American...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Midcentury Chrome Loveseat After Milo Baughman in Dusty Mauve Mohair
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful midcentury chrome frame loveseat sofa in the style of legendary American designer Milo Baughman. Characterized by its sleek profile, clean lines, and subtly curved edges, t...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Chrome

Italian Iron Orange Slice Loveseat by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A sculptural iron and mesh orange slice loveseat in a flat black finish with curved legs having foot pads making the piece very stable. A great design for your garden, deck or three ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Iron

Pair Custom Chesterfield Tufted Loveseats, Settees, Couches, Velour, Georgian
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair custom chesterfield tufted loveseats, settees, couches, velour. A fine custom quality pair of Georgian styled Chesterfields. Each sitting on five straight legs hidden under an a...
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20th Century American Georgian Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Globe Furniture Mid-Century Modern Orange Damask Mahogany Quilted 3 Seater Sofa
Located in Dayton, OH
An eye catching mid century 3 seater sofa by Globe Furniture, c.1962. Features a rectangular form upholstered in an orange damask style fabric with quilted medallion back pillows...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Loveseat in Grey Velvet, circa 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
Mid-Century Modern Loveseat designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950-1959. Completely restored and reupholstered in grey cotton velvet by Holly Hunt. Other designers...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Vintage Italian "Cloud" Loveseat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Italian "cloud" Loveseat was designed and manufactured in Italy circa 1970s. This beautiful loveseat is wrapped by a padded edge, making it look even more like a cloud. The l...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Suede

Rare Bull Sofa in Terra Alcantara by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina Italy, 1987
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Elegant two-seat loveseat designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina in 1987 and is covered in beautiful terracotta alcantara. The integrated headrests curve around to envelop the sitter. Designed with individually zippered upholstery panels to allow for different fabrics or leathers to be combined. Sits on four black lacquered turned wood feet. This model is no longer in production and was only produced for 1 year. They are documented in the famous Italian Reportorio book. The inside is a metal tubular structure completely covered with foam for super comfortable seating pleasure. The sofa has a high comfort level and is not on the market often. Designer: Gianfranco Frattini Manufacturer: Cassina Country: Italy Model: Bull sofa...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Ultrasuede

Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa, Upholstered in Alpaca, B&B Italia, 1970s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Mario Bellini Le Bambole sofa, newly upholstered in luxury cream alpaca velvet, produced by B&B Italia, Italy in the 1970s. Marked on the underside. Fast shipping world...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Alpaca

Salterini Loveseat
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural mid century wrought iron and metal mesh loveseat, attributed to Salterini. The loveseat features a wrought iron frame with a continuous metal mesh seat and back. This example is in very good, clean, original, ready to use condition. Total H 32 x Arm H 26 x Seat H 16 x W 41 x D 19.5 inches. Please view our extensive collection of vintage garden, patio, and poolside furniture listed at Barbarella Home...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Wrought Iron

Jasper Morrison 2-Seat Blue Two-Toned "Vega" Bench for Artifort with Chrome Legs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jasper Morrison 2-seater "Vega" bench for Artifort 1990's. In original two toned upholstered seats on a chrome wire frame. Seat width 22" each. Visible wear, consistent with age and ...
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1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Chrome

Arne Norell 1970s Three-Seat Sofa in Brown Buffalo Leather with Chrome Base
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A sofa in chocolate brown buffalo leather and chrome base with fabulous whipstitch trim, designed by Arne Norell for Vatne Møbler of Norway and produced in the late 1960's or early 1...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Chrome

Rare Arne Norell Ilona Sofa in Original Green Leather, Sweden, 1970s
Located in London, GB
An original two-seat Arne Norell Ilona sofa in original patinated green leather. Made by Norell Mobler in Sweden. In very good vintage condition with minor signs of use and wear rela...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Brass

Curved Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960s, Midcentury, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
Joaquim Tenreiro (1906-1992) designed and produced the Curved Sofa in circa 1960, commercializing it in his company Tenreiro Móveis e Decorações – with stores in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. A wooden frame comprises a shell-shaped piece with soft nubuck leather upholstered padding and cushions. Tenreiro's design choice for the feet contrasts with the curved upholstery, bringing four rectangular legs made of solid Brazilian...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Midcentury Manou Bamboo Loveseat w/ Brown Original Verner Panton Style Cushions
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s thick bamboo framed loveseat with original Verner Panton cushions. The cushions are visibly aged and worn, yet still intact. The frame is in good ...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Bamboo

Vivai del Sud Vintage Wood and Rattan Sofa W Floral Fabric
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful rattan and wood sofa designed in the 1960s by fine Italian manufacturer Vivai Del Sud. The sofa is wonderful, with a square shape with ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Salvador Dali Surrealist 'Vis-à-vis De Gala' Pink Upholstered Sofa, Nº 54
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Sofa nº 54 designed by Dali manufactured by BD. Structure in solid wood. Traditional upholstery with conical springs and cinches. White cot...
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Early 2000s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Loveseats by Larry Laslo for Directional, Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Channel back loveseat by Larry Laslo for directional newly reupholstered in a burnt orange mohair - pair A stunning and un...
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1990s Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Mohair

Magnificent Milo Baughman Rosewood Loveseat Jack Lenor Larsen Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Milo Baughman rosewood loveseat with Jack Lenor Larsen Caravan velvet fabric. This piece is magnificent to see in person with its original Jack Lenor Larsen velvet. The upho...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Mid-Century Swedish White Loveseat Sofa w/ Tapered Wood Legs & Small Curved Arms
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Swedish cream white loveseat sofa with tapered legs and wood details on the arms. Legs are tapered with a carved ball on the end. Slightly uneven, but s...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery

Gianfranco Frattini Mid-Century Armchairs in Light Leather 'Attr.'
Located in Milano, IT
Splendid pair of wooden armchairs attributed to the great designer Gianfranco Frattini in the 70s, of fine Italian manufacture. The armchairs have a solid base made of solid dark wo...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Wood

Norwegian Teak Sofa by Gerhard Berg for LK Hjelle
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Exceptional Norwegian teak sofa designed by Gerhard Berg for LK Hjelle in Norway, circa 1960s. This sofa has a design that perfectly combines aesthetics in i...
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Danish Modern Rosewood Settee with Blue Textile
Located in Belmont, MA
Danish Rosewood Settee with Blue Textile. Solid rosewood frame. Matching armchair and sofa also available.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Midcentury Sofa Two-Tone Wool with Teak Legs and Wood Accents 1950s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very Classic and ultra cool Danish three-seat sofa epitomizing the 1950s and reminiscent of Kurt Olsen's design style. Built on a sturdy beech wood frame and raised on solid teak leg...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Wool, Teak

Vintage Sofa Set in Cognac Leather by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi, Italy, 1970s
Located in Catania, CT
Set of two armchairs and a three seater sofa designed by Sapporo for Mobil Girgi. Cognac leather. Original vintage condition with normal trace of age and use. Foam in perfect conditi...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather

Paolo Buffa Vintage Sofa in Wood and Floral Fabric 'Attr.'
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful vintage floral sofa designed in the 1950s and attributed to the craftsmanship of Paolo Buffa, of fine Italian manufacture. The sofa has...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish 1960s Midcentury Settee in Teak and Leather
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and elegant small 1950s easy style Danish settee with the frame, legs and armrests in solid teak. Very high design quality and workmanship. The piece is unmarked but the de...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Teak, Leather

Mid-Century Modern Petite Sofa or Loveseat Attributed to Overman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sculptural looking sofa from the 1970s. It features original upholstery and chrome-plated steel legs.
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Steel

Curved Banana Shape Loveseat or Sofa in Two-Tone Wool, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Viggo Boesen style banana shaped or curved Loveseat made in Denmark, around late 1930s or early 1940s. This small sofa will make a strong statement in any room. Beautiful round voluptuous lines and solid thick legs...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Wool, Beech

Gondola Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, USA, 1950s
Located in Chicago, IL
A Gondola sofa designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar’s Janus Collection in the 1950s. This sculptural sofa features angled arms and a floating back attached to the base with walnut s...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Brass

2 Pc. Garden Patio Poolside Sectional Loveseat by Meadowcraft
Located in New York, NY
Charming two piece sectional loveseat sofa by Meadowcraft. The sofa consists of two seats, each with one armrest ( 22"H ), and when positioned together they form a loveseat. The set ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Steel, Wrought Iron

Leather Swan Sofas by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Dallas, TX
Easily one of Arne Jacobsen's most recognizable designs is the rare 'Swan' settee model no. 3321, for The Republic of Fritz Hansen. Devised as an extension and produced in far fewer numbers than the famous Swan chair. The settee is a sculptural masterpiece that forgoes boring straight lines in favor of a unique shape composed of smooth curves and soft round edges with outstanding comfort, mounted on the polished aluminium base, an innovative design. Retains the original manufacturers label. Recently professionally reupholstered in leather with a very nice patina. It was an immediate star when it was unveiled at the opening of the Royal SAS Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958. Jacobsen was the principal architect and designer for the cutting-edge hotel. The furniture he created for the project make up some of his most iconic designs. Two available, price is per item. Literature: Arne Jacobsen, Thau and Vindum, pg. 470 An icon of Danish furniture design, Arne Jacobsen was first and foremost an architect, he used that skill to create a catalog of groundbreaking product designs. He embodied the spirit of simple, functional elegance that defined the movement now known as Danish mid-century modernism. Some of his designs include the iconic Series 7 Chair, Ant Chair, Egg Chair, Swan Chair and Settee, Mayor Sofa...
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Aluminum

Adorable Mid-Century Style Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Petite loveseat with curved back and tapered legs. Please confirm location.
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric

Forma S.a Rare Sofa by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Ca 1954 Midcentury Brazil
Located in New York, NY
This rare sofa was designed in 1955 and produced by Forma, a company directed by Carlo Hauner (1927- 1996) and Martin Eisler (1913- 1977). This piece is an icon and illustrates some ...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Gerard Van Den Berg 'Corvette' Sofa in Bordeaux Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Midcentury Gerard Van Den Berg 'Corvette' sofa in Bordeaux leather with short stubby wood legs. In original condition with visible wear and scratching consistent with age and use. An...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Foam, Wood

Magnificent Space-Age Tubular Chrome 2-Seat Sofa with Table Ingmar Relling Style
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent Space Age chrome tubular 2-seat sofa with attached table in the style of Ingmar Relling. This piece is a bit of a mystery as to designer but by the shear quality and craf...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Chrome

Le Mah Jong Modular Sofa Hans Hopfer Roche Bobois Missoni Silk Velvet, Corduroy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mah Jong modular sofa set by Hans Hopfer, designed in 1971 for Roche Bobois and in a current customized mix of textiles from Sonia Rykiel and the house of Missoni. Features multiple cushions that can be arranged in endless number of ways Mix and match and stack (or don’t) at your leisure...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Silk, Velvet

Mid-Century Modern Italian Two-Seat Rattan and Bamboo Sofa, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Iconic Mid-Century Modern two-seat sofa in bamboo and rattan. This amazing piece was produced in Italy during 1970s. This wonderful hand-crafted settee has a structure in curved ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Two Seater Togo Sofa in Yellow Leather by Ligne Roset, 1980s France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic French two seater Togo sofa by Michel Ducaroy for luxury brand Ligne Roset. Originally designed in the 1970s the iconic togo sofa is now a design...
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather

Two Leather Swan Sofas by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Located in Dallas, TX
Easily one of Arne Jacobsen's most recognizable designs is the rare 'Swan' settee model no. 3321, for The Republic of Fritz Hansen. Devised as an extension and produced in far fewer numbers than the famous Swan chair. The settee is a sculptural masterpiece that forgoes boring straight lines in favor of a unique shape composed of smooth curves and soft round edges with outstanding comfort, mounted on the polished aluminium base, an innovative design. Retains the original manufacturers label. Recently professionally reupholstered in leather with a very nice patina. It was an immediate star when it was unveiled at the opening of the Royal SAS Hotel in Copenhagen in 1958. Jacobsen was the principal architect and designer for the cutting-edge hotel. The furniture he created for the project make up some of his most iconic designs. Literature: Arne Jacobsen, Thau and Vindum, pg. 470 An icon of Danish furniture design, Arne Jacobsen was first and foremost an architect, he used that skill to create a catalog of groundbreaking product designs. He embodied the spirit of simple, functional elegance that defined the movement now known as Danish mid-century modernism. Some of his designs include the iconic Series 7 Chair, Ant Chair, Egg Chair, Swan Chair and Settee, Mayor Sofa...
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Aluminum

Outdoor Settee / Sofa and Pair of Chairs 'One Rocker' by John Salterini
Located in Kansas City, MO
John Salterini outdoor, patio, loveseat and pair of chairs, one being a rocking chair. Very comfortable and stylish. There are several layers of white paint on the pieces, but they s...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Steel, Wrought Iron

Vintage French Leather Sofa
Located in High Point, NC
Butter-soft leather and a luxurious design make this midcentury sofa a covetable vintage find. Made in France in the 20th century, the silhouette is both streamlined and relaxed: wid...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

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Leather

Vintage Art Deco Leather Loveseat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage art deco leather loveseat manufactured in the united states, circa 1970s. This beautiful loveseat features two barrel form armrests that lead down...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Faux Leather

20th Century European Wooden Loveseat
Located in High Point, NC
This vintage loveseat offers a flawless balance of sophistication and comfort. Made in Europe, the design is both graphic and relaxed: the clean rectilinear lines of the wooden frame are softened by the rounded ends of the legs; the full cushions of the reclined seat...
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Wrought Iron Garden Patio Settee Loveseat
Located in New York, NY
Stylish wrought iron garden, patio poolside settee loveseat, attributed to Salterini. Clean, ready to use condition, currently in later white paint finish which shows some wear, norm...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Wrought Iron

Ligne Roset Marsala Sofa in Black Leather by Michel Ducaroy, France, the 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Ligne Roset Marsala sofa in black leather by Michel Ducaroy, the 1970s. Good-looking black leather Marsala two-seater sofa by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne...
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Plexiglass

El Rancho Sofa by Maija Ruoslahti for Kalustekiila
By Kalustekiila
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"El Rancho" sofa by Maija Ruoslahti for Kalustekiila. Brown leather with strap details & chrome metal frame. Cushions & Straps all snap into place w...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Chrome

Homecrest Mid-Century Modern Wrought Iron Metal Garden Patio Loveseat Settee
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Homecrest Mid-Century Modern wrought iron metal garden patio loveseat settee. Item features wrought iron construction, sleek sculptural form, clean Modernist lines, very nice vintage...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Wrought Iron

Italian Sofa by Serafino Arrighi in White Bouclé
Located in Milano, IT
The Serafino Arrighi sofa from the 1960s is an elegant Italian sofa with a modernist design. It features a wooden frame with sharp, clean lines, while the back has a geometric play o...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

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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