Loveseats
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Teak
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Loveseats
Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Plastic, Foam
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brocade, Wood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
1970s French Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1950s Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1980s Swiss Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Bamboo
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bouclé, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
20th Century Louis XVI Loveseats
Wood
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Iron
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Maple
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Elm
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Oak
20th Century American Classical Loveseats
Leather, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fur, Faux Fur
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Loveseats
Oak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
Late 20th Century American Loveseats
Canvas, Rattan, Foam
1910s English Edwardian Vintage Loveseats
Wood
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Rosewood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Walnut, Fabric
1930s Mexican Bauhaus Vintage Loveseats
Rattan, Teak
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Beech, Fabric
1940s French Vintage Loveseats
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Upholstery
1990s Loveseats
Cotton
Mid-20th Century Burmese Loveseats
Rattan, Wood
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Loveseats
Upholstery, Mahogany
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
1940s French Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Wood
1950s Vintage Loveseats
Metal
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Foam, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
1950s Italian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Aluminum
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Rosewood, Suede
1970s European Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wood, Teak
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Steel
1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wicker
20th Century International Style Loveseats
Wood
Mid-20th Century North American Louis XVI Loveseats
Fabric, Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Rattan, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Loveseats
Steel, Chrome
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Sheet Metal
20th Century Italian Rococo Loveseats
Fabric, Fruitwood
1990s American Art Deco Loveseats
Upholstery, Giltwood
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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