Loveseats
1990s Post-Modern Loveseats
Velvet
1990s Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
1990s American Post-Modern Loveseats
Bouclé, Upholstery
1990s Modern Loveseats
Gold Leaf
1990s American Post-Modern Loveseats
Bouclé, Upholstery
1990s Australian Organic Modern Loveseats
Metal
1990s Indonesian Bohemian Loveseats
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
1990s Italian Loveseats
Upholstery
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
1990s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Cowhide, Hardwood
1990s French Modern Loveseats
Polyester
1990s Italian Post-Modern Loveseats
Steel, Chrome
1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
1990s American Louis XV Loveseats
Wood, Upholstery
1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Elm
1990s Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Mohair
1990s Italian Post-Modern Loveseats
Textile, Upholstery
1990s German Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
1990s Italian Post-Modern Loveseats
Textile, Upholstery
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Aluminum, Steel
1990s American Post-Modern Loveseats
Fabric
1990s Loveseats
Cotton
1990s American Art Deco Loveseats
Upholstery, Giltwood
1990s American Post-Modern Loveseats
Bouclé, Upholstery
1990s Loveseats
Aluminum
1990s German Post-Modern Loveseats
Steel
2010s British Modern Loveseats
Cotton, Beads
19th Century Antique Loveseats
Brass
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Cotton, Beech
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
Early 2000s Italian Bauhaus Loveseats
Chrome
Early 20th Century Italian Bauhaus Loveseats
Chrome
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Ultrasuede
1950s Italian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Faux Leather
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Hardwood
1970s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Loveseats
Steel
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1990s German Post-Modern Loveseats
Metal
1990s American Chesterfield Loveseats
Faux Leather
1990s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Velvet, Foam
1990s European Post-Modern Loveseats
Metal
1990s French Modern Loveseats
Leather, Foam
1990s Australian Navajo Loveseats
Iron
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Iron
1990s Italian Loveseats
Velvet
1990s American Post-Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Bouclé
1990s French Provincial Loveseats
Wood, Cotton
1990s Fijian Bohemian Loveseats
Leather, Palmwood
1990s Fijian Bohemian Loveseats
Leather, Palmwood
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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