Loveseats
Early 20th Century Art Deco Loveseats
Wood
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Teak
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Pine, Down
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Metal, Chrome
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Loveseats
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Hardwood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bouclé
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Stainless Steel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bamboo, Rattan
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Rosewood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Oak
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Wood
2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Metal
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Metal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Mahogany
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Bamboo
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Aluminum
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
20th Century English Art Deco Loveseats
Leather
20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Iron, Wrought Iron
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
2010s Italian Art Deco Loveseats
Leather, Satin, Rosewood
2010s Italian Art Deco Loveseats
Rosewood, Leather, Satin
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Birch
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bamboo
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Beech
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Oak
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Upholstery
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Iron
2010s Italian Art Deco Loveseats
Suede, Satin, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Gold Leaf
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Teak
2010s Italian Art Deco Loveseats
Suede, Satin, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Wool, Beech
20th Century Art Deco Loveseats
Macassar
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Beech
1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Wood, Teak
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
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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