Loveseats
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Metal
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Wool, Pine
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fur, Faux Fur
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Bamboo
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wood, Teak
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Rosewood, Suede
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bamboo
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Steel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Aluminum, Steel
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Faux Leather
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Walnut, Fabric
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Elm
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Teak
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Metal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Beech
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Bentwood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Sheet Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Walnut
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1960s African Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wood
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Beech, Wool
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery
1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Bamboo, Wood, Alpaca
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Iron, Brass
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Beech
Mid-17th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Antique Loveseats
Cotton, Silk, Rosewood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
Early 1900s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Rattan
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Bouclé, Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Aluminum
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bamboo
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bouclé, Wood
1970s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Rattan
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Metal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Steel
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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