Loveseats
1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Mohair, Beech
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
2010s Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric
1950s Danish Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Foam, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Loveseats
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Loveseats
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Loveseats
Leather
1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1990s German Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel, Chrome
1970s Danish Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Fiberglass
20th Century Georgian Loveseats
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
Early 2000s French Loveseats
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Organic Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Foam
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fiberglass
1960s Vintage Loveseats
Metal
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
2010s Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Metal, Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1920s French Louis XV Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Loveseats
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Loveseats
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Wool
2010s Italian Modern Loveseats
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Loveseats
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Loveseats
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary English George II Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
Late 20th Century American Loveseats
Upholstery
1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Velvet
1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
Late 20th Century German Loveseats
Chrome
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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