Loveseats
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Wood, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Velvet
1930s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Loveseats
Birch
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Loveseats
Linen, Cane, Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Loveseats
Wicker
1940s American American Classical Vintage Loveseats
Pine
Late 19th Century Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
1960s European Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
2010s American Shaker Loveseats
Linen, Oak, Walnut
1960s Japanese Vintage Loveseats
Wicker, Rattan
2010s American Post-Modern Loveseats
Wrought Iron
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Rosewood
Late 18th Century American Chippendale Antique Loveseats
Silk, Mahogany, Pine
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Hardwood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Walnut
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Oak
2010s Brazilian Modern Loveseats
Metal
2010s Italian Modern Loveseats
Velvet, Foam, Hardwood, Upholstery
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Loveseats
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric
1930s Mexican Bauhaus Vintage Loveseats
Rattan, Teak
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
19th Century English Victorian Antique Loveseats
Mahogany
1940s French Louis XVI Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Loveseats
Leather
1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Loveseats
Oak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Steel
1950s Italian Vintage Loveseats
Brass
1940s Singaporean Vintage Loveseats
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
2010s American American Classical Loveseats
Linen, Walnut
1980s Finnish Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Iron
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
20th Century Louis XVI Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century English Chesterfield Loveseats
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Wood, Teak
1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Foam, Feathers
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Metal
1990s Italian Post-Modern Loveseats
Textile, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Cowhide
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Hollywood Regency Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1930s French Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Steel
1970s Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
2010s Italian Loveseats
Textile
Late 20th Century American Loveseats
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Loveseats
Leather, Canvas, Pine
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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