Loveseats
1970s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Rosewood, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
1850s French Régence Antique Loveseats
Giltwood, Velvet
2010s American Shaker Loveseats
Oak, Walnut
2010s Italian Loveseats
Textile
19th Century Swedish Antique Loveseats
Silk, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Loveseats
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Loveseats
Brass, Stainless Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fiberglass
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Rosewood
1880s American Victorian Antique Loveseats
Wicker
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
Mid-20th Century North American Louis XVI Loveseats
Fabric, Wood, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel, Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century North American Chinoiserie Loveseats
Walnut
1910s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Loveseats
Walnut
Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Loveseats
Antler
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Loveseats
Wood, Birch
2010s American Loveseats
Upholstery
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Cane, Teak
Late 20th Century Philippine Post-Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan, Reed
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Cotton, Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Metal
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Ultrasuede
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
2010s Austrian Loveseats
Fabric, Bouclé
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Maple
20th Century Philippine Bohemian Loveseats
Textile, Rattan, Bamboo
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Stainless Steel
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Loveseats
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Loveseats
Wicker
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Wool, Teak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Beech
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Faux Leather, Walnut
Mid-20th Century German Bohemian Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Faux Leather, Rubber, Wood, Hardwood, Teak
1930s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bouclé, Wood
1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather, Beech
1950s American Louis XVI Vintage Loveseats
Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Birch
Mid-20th Century European Rustic Loveseats
Wrought Iron
1980s Philippine Vintage Loveseats
Reed
Early 2000s Chesterfield Loveseats
Leather, Cherry
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Loveseats
Rosewood, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Rosewood
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
20th Century Italian Modern Loveseats
Brass
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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