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Loveseats For Sale
Fine Pair Of Custom Upholstered Camelback Love Seats
Fine Pair Of Custom Upholstered Camelback Love Seats

Fine Pair Of Custom Upholstered Camelback Love Seats

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Lavishly upholstered with gold floral motifs over a shimmery blue ground. The sofa with skirt to conceal the underneath, two loose upholstered seat cus...

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20th Century Hollywood Regency Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Jack Fhillips Design Two Seat Sofa
Jack Fhillips Design Two Seat Sofa

Jack Fhillips Design Two Seat Sofa

Located in Bridgeport, CT

An elegant comfortable two seat sofa with two seat and two ample fitted back cushions. Rolled arms and the base with a tailored skirt. Upholstered in a lovely pale floral striped uph...

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20th Century American Country Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Suelo Modern Platform Sofa
Suelo Modern Platform Sofa

Suelo Modern Platform Sofa

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

This Suelo® Modern platform sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and seat cushions. ...

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2010s American Modern Loveseats

Materials

Hardwood

'Canela II' Mid-Century Modern Bench in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
'Canela II' Mid-Century Modern Bench in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal

'Canela II' Mid-Century Modern Bench in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal

By Knót Artesanal

Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro

A complex yet simple piece full of subtle details which uses traditional techniques to make a modern statement. Canela II is the perfect addition to any environment, its minimalist...

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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Loveseats

Materials

Brass

Gerard van den Berg Tall Back Light Brown Leather and Rattan Loveseat for Montis
Gerard van den Berg Tall Back Light Brown Leather and Rattan Loveseat for Montis

Gerard van den Berg Tall Back Light Brown Leather and Rattan Loveseat for Montis

By Montis, Gerard Van Den Berg

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful loveseat with buck leather seating and hanging headrest pillows on a rattan frame designed by Gerard van den Berg for Montis. The leather has beautiful patina. In original ...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Rattan

21st Century Elena Salmistraro Ione Bench Polyurethane White Pinta Verde Marble
21st Century Elena Salmistraro Ione Bench Polyurethane White Pinta Verde Marble

21st Century Elena Salmistraro Ione Bench Polyurethane White Pinta Verde Marble

By Elena Salmistraro

Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT

Ione bench, design by Elena Salmistraro for Scapin Collezioni. New Atomic Age collection. In Ione bench, the encounter between simple geometries and graphic designs of the Limite...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Marble

Paolo Piva 'Arca' sofa for B&B Italia, Italy 1980s
Paolo Piva 'Arca' sofa for B&B Italia, Italy 1980s

Paolo Piva 'Arca' sofa for B&B Italia, Italy 1980s

By Paolo Piva, B&B Italia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Arca two seater sofa with right and left armrest provided with transparent glass serving tables which swing out from under the armrest. Framework made of structural steel embedded i...

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Steel

Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Loveseat Welcome Bench
Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Loveseat Welcome Bench

Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Loveseat Welcome Bench

By Woodard Furniture Co., Salterini

Located in New York, NY

Charming wrought iron loveseat, with Welcome worked into the backrest. The Bech is in good, original, condition, showing allover rust patina tenth finish, we can include the seat cus...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Wrought Iron

Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Ikon Orange by Piero Lissoni
Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Ikon Orange by Piero Lissoni

Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Ikon Orange by Piero Lissoni

By Kartell, Carlo Tamborini, Piero Lissoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

1986 Antonio Citterio "Sity" Corner Chairs for B&B Italia in Black Leather, Pair
1986 Antonio Citterio "Sity" Corner Chairs for B&B Italia in Black Leather, Pair

1986 Antonio Citterio "Sity" Corner Chairs for B&B Italia in Black Leather, Pair

By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio, Mario Bellini

Located in Grand Cayman, KY

Extremely chic and versatile. This pair of fully leather-wrapped Italian corner chairs / armchairs by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia can be positioned in a myriad of arrangements, i...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Steel

Suelo Modern Loveseat
Suelo Modern Loveseat

Suelo Modern Loveseat

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

This Suelo® modern loveseat is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and seat cushions. This ...

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2010s North American Modern Loveseats

Materials

Hardwood

Rare Egyptian Revival Carved and Inlaid Rosewood Loveseat
Rare Egyptian Revival Carved and Inlaid Rosewood Loveseat

Rare Egyptian Revival Carved and Inlaid Rosewood Loveseat

Located in Buffalo, NY

Egyptian Revival loveseat composed of hardwood inlaid with bone,ebony, Upholstered in a very rare felt hand stitched applique fabric in Egyptian motif,,original,The loveseat features reversable back...

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1880s Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Bone, Hardwood, Ebony

1980s Zanaboni Silk Velvet Leopard Tiger Sculptural Curved Sofa
1980s Zanaboni Silk Velvet Leopard Tiger Sculptural Curved Sofa

1980s Zanaboni Silk Velvet Leopard Tiger Sculptural Curved Sofa

By Zanaboni

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

In 1967, in the Italian town of Honey began to operate the factory, named by the founder Vittorio Zanaboni "Zanaboni Salotti Classici, Classic furniture by Zanaboni". So far this bra...

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1980s Italian Chinoiserie Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Textile, Satin, Silk, Velvet

Arts and Crafts Settle by Harden
Arts and Crafts Settle by Harden

Arts and Crafts Settle by Harden

By Harden Furniture 1

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

Pleased to offer a nice Arts and Crafts quarter sawn oak love seat. This Harden piece retains its original finish.

Category

1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Modern curved cream bouclé dark oak Niemeyer II sofa by InsidherLand
Mid-Century Modern curved cream bouclé dark oak Niemeyer II sofa by InsidherLand

Mid-Century Modern curved cream bouclé dark oak Niemeyer II sofa by InsidherLand

By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand

Located in Maia, Porto

The Niemeyer II sofa is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture was spread like sculptural poetry in the History of humankind. The rounded lines of the ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Oak

1980s Postmodern Vintage Loveseat Sofa
1980s Postmodern Vintage Loveseat Sofa

1980s Postmodern Vintage Loveseat Sofa

Located in Chicago, IL

Absolutely love the lines of this sofa/loveseat. Keep as is or redo in your favorite fabric. Cushions in excellent condition.

Category

1980s American Minimalist Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Fabric

Organic Modernism, Brooklyn NY Loveseat with Brass Feet
Organic Modernism, Brooklyn NY Loveseat with Brass Feet

Organic Modernism, Brooklyn NY Loveseat with Brass Feet

Located in Miami, FL

Organic Modernism, Brooklyn NY Loveseat with Brass Feet Offered for sale is an Organic Modernism of Brooklyn, NY upholstered low-profile loveseat with four brass conical, tapering...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loveseats

Materials

Brass

Italian Mid-Century Curved Arm Loveseat Sofa
Italian Mid-Century Curved Arm Loveseat Sofa

Italian Mid-Century Curved Arm Loveseat Sofa

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stunning vintage modern sofa features unique sculpted armrests and a metal base. A stylish and comfortable design with thick padded seating covered in decorative floral upholste...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Style Leather Sofa
Mid-Century Style Leather Sofa

Mid-Century Style Leather Sofa

Located in Westwood, NJ

A mid-century style leather sofa with a distressed oak base. This contemporary sofa is upholstered in traditional brown leather with a button-tufted interior and sides. Dimension...

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather

French Green and Gold Boudoir Settee, Silk Love Seat A Stunning French Sofa
French Green and Gold Boudoir Settee, Silk Love Seat A Stunning French Sofa

French Green and Gold Boudoir Settee, Silk Love Seat A Stunning French Sofa

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

French Green and Gold Boudoir Settee, Silk Love Seat This Stunning French Sofa is in the Rococo style and is decorated with cherubs along the top, the settee is just large enough f...

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19th Century Rococo Antique Loveseats

Materials

Silk

Kartell Cara Chair Black Beige by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito
Kartell Cara Chair Black Beige by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito

Kartell Cara Chair Black Beige by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

In cara armchair, classically rigorous lines surround a comfortable seat. The perfect combination of formalism and technological innovation, for an original product with an industrial vibe that extends Kartell's range of soft furnishings...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Midcentury Danish Modern Low Curved Arm Black Leather 2 Seat Sofa birch Legs
Midcentury Danish Modern Low Curved Arm Black Leather 2 Seat Sofa birch Legs

Midcentury Danish Modern Low Curved Arm Black Leather 2 Seat Sofa birch Legs

By Stouby Polster Møbelfabrik, Børge Mogensen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Symmetry MMid Century Scandinavian modern Curved arm Low Mid century Danish modern Black leather 2 seat sofa with Birch wood legs. Style of Børge Mogensen. Beautiful thick Black leat...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Birch

De Sede DS42 Two-Seat Sofa in Original Natural Leather, 1970s
De Sede DS42 Two-Seat Sofa in Original Natural Leather, 1970s

De Sede DS42 Two-Seat Sofa in Original Natural Leather, 1970s

By De Sede

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The De Sede DS42 is a two-seat sofa upholstered in thick, hand-stitched natural leather, produced by the Swiss manufacturer in the 1970s. The silhouette is low and compact, with a hi...

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1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Leather

Ettore Sottsass Knoll Eastside 80s Memphis Sofa Black, Beige + Red (2 Avail)
Ettore Sottsass Knoll Eastside 80s Memphis Sofa Black, Beige + Red (2 Avail)

Ettore Sottsass Knoll Eastside 80s Memphis Sofa Black, Beige + Red (2 Avail)

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Basel, BS

Here for sale is one breathtaking Eastside Club Sofa loveseat two seater designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll, a quintessential piece of 1980s postmodern design from the founder of ...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Mid-Century Sculpted Italian Loveseat
Mid-Century Sculpted Italian Loveseat

Mid-Century Sculpted Italian Loveseat

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stunning vintage modern settee features tapered walnut legs and decorative floral upholstery. The unique winged backrest and armrests are sure to make this piece stand out in an...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Chesterfield Sofa in White Vinyl Upholstery
Chesterfield Sofa in White Vinyl Upholstery

Chesterfield Sofa in White Vinyl Upholstery

Located in New York, NY

Chic and stylish tufted white vinyl Chesterfield loveseat sofa on wood bun feet. Overall excellent condition, showing only light wear to fronts of a...

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Loveseats

Materials

Faux Leather

Pop Missoni Sofa 3 Seats by Piero Lissoni
Pop Missoni Sofa 3 Seats by Piero Lissoni

Pop Missoni Sofa 3 Seats by Piero Lissoni

$6,362Sale Price / item|20% Off

Pop Missoni Sofa 3 Seats by Piero Lissoni

By Kartell, Missoni, Piero Lissoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pop is the modular sofa with double cushion on the seat and armrests, making it soft, enveloping and even more comfortable. The armchair is also enhanced with side cushions, giving...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

French 19th Century Ladder-back Banquette with Arms and Rush Seat
French 19th Century Ladder-back Banquette with Arms and Rush Seat

French 19th Century Ladder-back Banquette with Arms and Rush Seat

Located in Santa Monica, CA

This is pretty unique 19th Century French banquette or love seat with the rush seat. It is in very good condition considering its age.

Category

19th Century French Antique Loveseats

Materials

Rush, Wood

Vintage DS-47 Leather Sofa by De Sede, Circa 1970
Vintage DS-47 Leather Sofa by De Sede, Circa 1970

Vintage DS-47 Leather Sofa by De Sede, Circa 1970

Located in Nashville, TN

Vintage Swiss DS-47 Buffalo leather 2-seater sofa by De Sede, 1970s. The thick neck leather is 5mm thick and very durable. The seat extends up to 9" for another seating position. W...

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1970s European Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Style Exposed Frame Sofa
Mid-Century Style Exposed Frame Sofa

Mid-Century Style Exposed Frame Sofa

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Danish modern style love seat with wrap around wood frame. This love seat has great modern lines with arms that wrap over the wood frame. Please confirm location NY or NJ

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Magnificent Space-Age Tubular Chrome 2-Seat Sofa with Table Ingmar Relling Style
Magnificent Space-Age Tubular Chrome 2-Seat Sofa with Table Ingmar Relling Style

Magnificent Space-Age Tubular Chrome 2-Seat Sofa with Table Ingmar Relling Style

By Ingmar Relling

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 craftsmanship they shout that the designer is someone important. This sofa settee was purchased from a super high end car dealership from the 1970s. The interior of this car dealership was very futuristic in design with many pieces like this and pieces from the fiberglass steelcase floating furniture...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Chrome

Kartell Cara Chair Ivory White Beige by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito
Kartell Cara Chair Ivory White Beige by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito

Kartell Cara Chair Ivory White Beige by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito

By Kartell, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

In cara armchair, classically rigorous lines surround a comfortable seat. The perfect combination of formalism and technological innovation, for an original product with an industrial vibe that extends Kartell's range of soft furnishings...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Vintage Coastal Stick Rattan Loveseat
Vintage Coastal Stick Rattan Loveseat

Vintage Coastal Stick Rattan Loveseat

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Bring a touch of seaside relaxation to your home with this Vintage Coastal Stick Rattan Loveseat. Perfect for American-style interiors, this loveseat features beautifully woven stick...

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Late 20th Century Philippine Loveseats

Materials

Rattan

Classic International Style Navy Mohair Armless Sofa
Classic International Style Navy Mohair Armless Sofa

Classic International Style Navy Mohair Armless Sofa

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A well made and impeccably Custom Upholstered Sofa in the International Style. With a contrasting Black Lacquer Frame and Antique Style tapering bulbous carved legs. The Navy Mohair...

Category

20th Century International Style Loveseats

Materials

Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Loveseat Settee Sofa
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Loveseat Settee Sofa

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Loveseat Settee Sofa

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid Century Mahogany Loveseat Settee Sofa This loveseat measures: 51 wide x 32.5 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of 22.5 inc...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Regency Rope Tassel Loveseat
Regency Rope Tassel Loveseat

Regency Rope Tassel Loveseat

By A.M.E Fournier

Located in New York, NY

Chic, stylish loveseat, chair and a half form executed in the style of A M E Fournier, made in Italy circa 1960/70's. The sofa features the classic carved wood rope tassel...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage White Floral Loveseat with Throw Pillows
Vintage White Floral Loveseat with Throw Pillows

Vintage White Floral Loveseat with Throw Pillows

Located in Freehold, NJ

This vintage loveseat sofa features two seater design, original white fabric upholstery with floral pattern, and removable throw pillows. Dimensions: 62.5w 37d 34h Condition notes:...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery

Brazilian Modern Organic Form Loveseat in Iron & Bouclé by Freijó Móveis, Brazil
Brazilian Modern Organic Form Loveseat in Iron & Bouclé by Freijó Móveis, Brazil

Brazilian Modern Organic Form Loveseat in Iron & Bouclé by Freijó Móveis, Brazil

Located in New York, NY

Produced in Brazil during the 1950s by Freijó Móveis, this sculptural loveseat reflects the rise of organic modernism in Latin American design—a movement that sought to humanize mode...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Iron

Art Deco inspired unique tete-a-tete conversation sofa bench, loveseat 1980
Art Deco inspired unique tete-a-tete conversation sofa bench, loveseat 1980

Art Deco inspired unique tete-a-tete conversation sofa bench, loveseat 1980

Located in Zevenaar, NL

This unique and one of a kind teet a tete Face to face or vis-a-vis seating arrangement in pearwood is designed by Menno Wieringa, who designed and built unique furniture in the 1970...

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1980s Dutch Arts and Crafts Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Textile, Pearwood

Love Seat Barley twist Bench Banquette Pink Iron For Piu Italy, circa 1980
Love Seat Barley twist Bench Banquette Pink Iron For Piu Italy, circa 1980

Love Seat Barley twist Bench Banquette Pink Iron For Piu Italy, circa 1980

By Pierluigi Piu

Located in Vienna, AT

Elegant petite banquette, love-seat by Piu, Italy circa 1980 Lovely metallic rose enameled love-seat with barley twisted iron-work. It’s in the style of Gio Pontis love-seat. Nicely...

Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Iron

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rattan and Bamboo Love Seat or Sofa, 1960s
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rattan and Bamboo Love Seat or Sofa, 1960s

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Rattan and Bamboo Love Seat or Sofa, 1960s

Located in Miami, FL

Nicely shaped rattan and bamboo frame. This wonderful Vintage Mid-Century Modern love seat or sofa is in very good condition with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. This lovely piece of furniture looks wonderful in a Boho Ibiza style...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Bamboo

VERSACE ITALY 2003 ILIAN RACHOV DESIGNED ADJUSTABLE SOFA PART OF SUiTE
VERSACE ITALY 2003 ILIAN RACHOV DESIGNED ADJUSTABLE SOFA PART OF SUiTE

VERSACE ITALY 2003 ILIAN RACHOV DESIGNED ADJUSTABLE SOFA PART OF SUiTE

By Versace Home Collection

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this extremely well made Ilian Rachov Designed for Versace Italy extra large sofa which is part of a huge su...

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Early 2000s Italian Art Deco Loveseats

Materials

Velvet

Modern Cambridge Single Sofa Set/2 in the Style of 1930's Handmade by Greenapple
Modern Cambridge Single Sofa Set/2 in the Style of 1930's Handmade by Greenapple

Modern Cambridge Single Sofa Set/2 in the Style of 1930's Handmade by Greenapple

By Dedar, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Modern Cambridge Single Sofa Set/2, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Cambridge single sofa is a refined homage to the golden age of design from ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Midcentury Porch or Sun Room Upholstered Loveseat
Midcentury Porch or Sun Room Upholstered Loveseat

Midcentury Porch or Sun Room Upholstered Loveseat

Located in Sheffield, MA

The faux bamboo or rattan love seat is designed for the enclosed porch or sun room. The raffia rapped poles are newly painted white and the new cushio...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Linen, Raffia, Wood

Post Modern Loveseat
Post Modern Loveseat

Post Modern Loveseat

Located in Raleigh, NC

Vintage Post-Modern loveseats newly upholstered in a luxurious textured abstract velvet. Priced individually.

Category

1980s Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery

Illona Loveseat in Patinated Green Leather by Are Norell
Illona Loveseat in Patinated Green Leather by Are Norell

Illona Loveseat in Patinated Green Leather by Are Norell

By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Sweden Designer: Arne Norell Manufacturer: Norell Møbler AB Era: 1960s Materials: Beech, leather Measurements: 58.75? wide x 31.5? deep Condition: In excellent origin...

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Beech

Restored Mid-Century 3-strand 3/4 Round Pretzel Arm Rattan Sectional Loveseat
Restored Mid-Century 3-strand 3/4 Round Pretzel Arm Rattan Sectional Loveseat

Restored Mid-Century 3-strand 3/4 Round Pretzel Arm Rattan Sectional Loveseat

By Paul Frankl

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This beautifully restored Post War three strand, 3/4 round pretzel arm rattan section loveseat sofa for2 people, features a rare decorative arched detail around the perimeter of the ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Italian 1930s neo baroque Sofa "Barchetta" in Ebonized hand-carved Walnut
Italian 1930s neo baroque Sofa "Barchetta" in Ebonized hand-carved Walnut

Italian 1930s neo baroque Sofa "Barchetta" in Ebonized hand-carved Walnut

By Sue et Mare

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Code: FY85 Very elegant baroque sofa settee, Barchetta, Art Deco period, the 1930s of the 20th century. Empire style with precious upholstery French fabric with figures of classical...

Category

1930s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, 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.

Find a wide variety of antique, new and vintage loveseats today on 1stDibs.