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Bbpr Attr. to Set of 12 Wooden Mid-Century Chairs in Bouclé
By Studio BBPR
Located in Milano, IT
In an elegant fusion of past and present, this extraordinary set of 12 chairs embodies the quintessence of 1950s Italian design. Attributed to the celebrated B.B.P.R. group of design...
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Contemporary Small Sofa Aqueduct by Poiat, Pergamena 017, Low Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat. Measures: small version: H. 77 cm x W. 255.5 cm x D. 102 cm (SH 40 cm). Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski. U...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Foam, Plywood

Contemporary Loveseat Unio by Poiat, Fabric Fox 02 by Larsen
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Unio loveseat designed by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski for Poiat Studio Collection UNIO Dimensions: H. 72 x W. 150 D. 72 SH. 40 Model shown on main picture: Cat 2. Larsen - F...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Organic Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Japan Three-Seat Sofa Designed by Finn Juhl in 1957 Made by France Son.
By Finn Juhl
Located in Grenoble, FR
Finn Juhl Teak "Japan" series three-seat sofa by Danish designer Finn Juhl, designed in 1957 made by France & Son. The sublime simplicity of the "Japan" series is a far cry from Fin...
Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Canapes

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Modern round Damasks Lampas oak Niemeyer II sofa by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer II sofa is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture was spread like sculptural poetry in the History of humankind. The rounded lines of the ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Contemporary Large Sofa Aqueduct by Poiat, Pergamena 017, Low Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Large 'Aqueduct' by Poiat. Small version : H. 77 cm x W. 299 cm x D. 102 cm (SH 40 cm). Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski. Upholstery:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Linen, Foam, Plywood

Contemporary Loveseat Unio by Poiat, Chivasso Yang 95 Fabric
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Unio loveseat by Poiat Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski Collection UNIO 2021 Dimensions: H. 72 x W. 150 D. 72 SH. 40 Model shown: Cat 1. Chivasso Yang 95 Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Organic Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Salvador Dalí Sofa Vis-à-Vis De Gala
By (after) Salvador Dali
Located in Geneve, CH
Salvador Dalí sofa Vis-à-Vis De Gala Dimensions: 80 x 170 x 82 H cm Materials: Wood, upholstery, brass, silk Structure in solid wood. Traditional upholstery with conical spring...
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2010s Spanish Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Loveseat Unio by Poiat, Fabric Hanoi 04 by Pierre Frey
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Unio Loveseat by Poiat Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski Collection UNIO 2021 Dimensions: H. 72 x W. 150 D. 72 SH. 40 Model shown: Cat 3. Hanoi 04 - Pierre Frey ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Organic Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Pure Bench Matteo Thun Contemporary Natural Cedar Made in Italy Riva 1920
By Matteo Thun
Located in Cantù, IT
Bench made from a single block of scented cedar. Distinguished by its minimalist and extremely natural design. Rests on feet made from the same wood.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Contemporary Small Sofa Aqueduct by Poiat, Fox 02, High Plinth
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Sofa 'Aqueduct' by Poiat Small version : H. 77 cm x W. 255.5 cm x D. 102 cm (SH 40 cm) Aqueduct collection 2022 by Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski Upholstery: Larsen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Linen, Foam, Plywood

Giorgio Collection Paradiso Sofa 3 Brazilian Rosewood Beige Suede Satin Finish
By Giorgio Collection
Located in New York, NY
Giorgio Collection Paradiso Sofa 3 seaters Brazilian rosewood in Beige suede and satin finish. Sofa 3 seats in Brazilian rosewood satin finish with seats and backs. Covered in firs...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Satin, Rosewood, Suede

Frigerio Salotti Modell Cooper Loveseat Armchair Leather Chair Cognac
By Frigerio
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Frigerio leather armchair Modell Cooper that is also a loveseat. The sizes of this Modell Cooper is medium with depth of 103 cm. Featuring maximum softness, the Cooper armchair fea...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Lennart Bender "Corona" Leather Couch Sweden 1960
By Lennart Bender
Located in Surrey, BC
Swedish Mid-Century Modern rare sofa by Lennart Bender for Ulferts, Denmark , model Corona. Original leather with great patina. A great looking piece 1960 Original Cognag co...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Teak

Giorgio Collection Paradiso Sofa 3 Brazilian Rosewood Brown Leather Satin Finish
By Giorgio Collection
Located in New York, NY
Giorgio Collection Paradiso Sofa 3 seaters Brazilian rosewood in brown leather and satin finish. Sofa 3 seats in Brazilian rosewood satin finish with seats and backs. covered in fi...
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Rosewood, Leather, Satin

Contemporary Loveseat Unio by Poiat, Pergamena 017 Fabric by Dedar
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Unio Loveseat by Poiat Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski Collection UNIO 2021 Dimensions: H. 72 x W. 150 D. 72 SH. 40 Model shown: Cat 4. Pergamena 017 - Dedar ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Organic Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Contemporary Sofa Unio by Poiat, 3 seaters, Fabric Fox 02 by Larsen
By Poiat
Located in Paris, IDF
Unio 3 - Seaters sofa by Poiat Designers: Timo Mikkonen & Antti Rouhunkoski Collection UNIO 2021 Dimensions: H. 72 x W. 200 D. 72 SH. 40 Model shown: Cat 2. Larsen - Fox 02...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Organic Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

French Antique Armchair in Original Wood and Leather
Located in Milano, IT
Splendid antique French wood and leather armchair produced in the 19th century, splendid French manufacture. There are 4 wooden legs for support, the two at the back are sinuous but...
Category

Antique Early 1800s French French Provincial Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern organic curved oak handmade Niemeyer sofa by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer sofa is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture was spread like sculptural poetry in the History of humankind. The rounded lines of the so...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Oak, Fabric, Wood

Italian Vintage Luxury Sofa in Wood and Green Silk Satin
Located in Milano, IT
Luxurious vintage corner sofa in wood and silk satin designed in the 1940s of fine Italian manufacture. The sofa is angular and is supported by a wonderfully elegant and durable dar...
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Silk, Wood

Paper Knife Sofa by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark, 1956
By Kai Kristiansen, Magnus Olesen
Located in Barcelona, ES
Two seater Paper Knife sofa designed in 1956 by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark. Teak frame upholstered with new wool fabric from Kvadrat.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Contemporary Isabella Sofa in Kingfisher green cotton Velvet with Walnut Legs
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
An elegant addition to the Isabella range, this Occasional Sofa is perfect for intimate conversation or soulful contemplation. Shown here upholstered in Kingfisher green cotton velve...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Giorgio Collection Paradiso Brazilian Rosewood End Table with Satin Finish
By Giorgio Collection
Located in New York, NY
Giorgio Collection Paradiso end table in Brasilian rosewood satin finish with walnut inlay top. Brushed steel accents on the base. Size: cm 64W x 64D x 64H Size: 25”W x 25”D x 25”...
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Suede, Satin, Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern organic round oak handmade Niemeyer II sofa by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer II sofa is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture was spread like sculptural poetry in the History of humankind. The rounded lines of the ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Oak

Modern Na Pali Three-Seat Sofa, Walnut, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
Na Pali means “the cliffs” and is a breathtaking landscape located on Kauai, a volcanic island resulting from the rain and the blasts of winter waves against the cliffs. Inspired by ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Walnut, Fabric, Wood

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Loveseat
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Loveseat Lovely antique French Louis XVI style painted and giltwood loveseat or canape. This stunning sofa is a beautiful gray color with gilt tr...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Louis XVI Canapes

Materials

Wood

French Rustic Chic Wooden Benches
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous pair of wooden benches from the late 1800s/early 1900s, of the rustic chic style. The benches are simple and rustic, but at the same time wonderful and elegant. They are ent...
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Rustic Benches

Materials

Wood

French Rustic Chic Wooden Benches
French Rustic Chic Wooden Benches
$1,426 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Grete Jalk, JH180 Johannes Hansen Sofa
By Grete Jalk
Located in Winnipeg, CA
A mahogany sofa by Grete Jalk for Johannes Hansen. As far as we know, this is the only design Jalk created for Johannes Hansen. It is a linear and minimalist box style sofa that enve...
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany, Wool

Quiete Solid Wood Armchair, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
The Quiete sofa and armchair are born from the union of refined Italian design and skilled craftsmanship. Made in Italy by expert hands with passion, the structure is in premium soli...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Textile, Walnut

French 19th Century Ladder-back Banquette with Arms and Rush Seat
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This is pretty unique 19th Century French banquette or love seat with the rush seat. It is in very good condition considering its age.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Loveseats

Materials

Rush, Wood

Antique Black Forest Bench Hallway Swiss Bear Carved 20th Century Sofa Loveseat
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Make sure you always come home with a warm welcome with this marvelous Black Forest sofa in your hallway. Carved out of solid wood by a master carver this Black Forest bear hallway...
Category

Early 20th Century Swiss Black Forest Benches

Materials

Oak

Melchiorre Bega Vintage Wood and Fabric Chairs
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Milano, IT
Fabulous set of four wooden chairs designed by Melchiorre Bega in the 1950s, fine Italian craftsmanship. The chairs have a very beautiful and durable light wood frame. The supportin...
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Paolo Buffa Two Head Chairs in Wood and Straw Attr.
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful pair of head chairs with arms attributed to the great designer Paolo Buffa in the 1940s. The frame is made entirely of a solid and durable light wood. There are 4 legs sup...
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

Midcentury Scandinavian Dark Brown Teak Wood Bench, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Marvellous midcentury bench made of dark brown teak wood. This item is a Scandinavian production of the 1960s. The piece is made of six horizontal wooden pieces for the seat and ...
Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak

Vintage Wooden Sofa in Fabric and Brass
Located in Milano, IT
The sofa was designed in the 1950s for fine Italian craftsmanship. It is upholstered in the original fabric. The structure is very simple and of hard shapes, made of simple wood, b...
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Italian Loveseat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern settee features tapered walnut legs and decorative floral upholstery. The unique winged backrest and armrests are sure to make this piece stand out in an...
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Italian Art Modern Brown Velvet Loveseat
By Giorgio Ramponi
Located in Queens, NY
Italian 1940s wing back loveseat with brown velvet upholstery and ribbon twist cord resting on short beechwood legs (style of GIORGIO RAMPONI) (ref: fig. 72, Roberto Aloi "ESEMPI Arr...
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Loveseats

Materials

Velvet, Wood

19th Century Victorian Mahogany "Tête-à-Tête" (Head to Head) Lovers Settee
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and rare English 19th Century Victorian mahogany "Tête-à-Tête" (Head to head) Lovers or Kissing Settee, The rounded arched crests over S-shaped arms with lion mask termin...
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Settees

Materials

Mahogany

Rare, Josef Hoffmann Salon Suite Designed for the Cafe Fledermaus, Vienna
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in New York, NY
Original good condition with vintage upholstery, the suite measures: Measures: Sofa: 46" x 21.5" x 31" Chairs : 22.5" x 21.5" x 31". each. Imported by Eileen Lane Antiques, and offer...
Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Settees

Materials

Beech

Borge Mogensen 2208 Sofa
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire
Superb Borge Mogensen Sofa Model 2208 for Fredericia, Denmark 1963. Fantastic example of this ultra elegant sofa, fully reconditioned and reupholstered in a stonewashed linen by Kirk...
Category

Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Teak

French Louis XVI Velvet Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XVI style cream painted loveseat with bow knot carved back crest and velvet upholstered seat and back Antique condition. Shows wear and tear
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Heide Rolf Elegant Vintage Wood and Bouclé Sofa for ICF
By ICF Milano 1
Located in Milano, IT
Rare and beautiful 7-seater sofa designed in the 1960s by Heide Rolf for the fine ICF production. The sofa consists of 7 seats in total and a coffee table. The frame is entirely ma...
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Vintage Armchair in Gilt Wood and Blue Velvet
Located in Milano, IT
Eccentric antique giltwood and velvet armchair from the late 1800s and early 1900s, fine Italian manufacture. The armchair has a frame made entirely of curved gilt wood, very elegan...
Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Luigi Scremin Vintage White Wood and Velvet Chairs
By Luigi Scremin
Located in Milano, IT
Lovely vintage white wood chairs designed by Luigi Scremin in the 1950s, fine Italian manufacture. The chairs have a white lacquered wood frame, very elegant, with 4 square legs wit...
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Ecru Upholstery and Wooden Frame Two Seater by Giroflex
By Giroflex Stoll
Located in Weesp, NL
Gorgeous 1970's two seater sofa with it's original ecru upholstery in great condition. Designed by Martin Stoll for the Swiss furniture manufacturer Giroflex known for their trendset...
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Arnie Vodder for George Tanier Mid Century Danish Walnut Loveseat
By George Tanier, Arne Vodder
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Arne Vodder for George Tanier mid century Danish walnut loveseat This loveseat measures: 89.5 wide x 27 deep x 31 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 21.5 inch...
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Loveseat Sofa Ammanati Vitelli Rossi di Albizzate White Lacquered Wood Red
By Rossi di Albizzate, Titina Ammanati, Giampiero Vitelli
Located in Sacile, PN
"Sporting" loveseat sofa designed by Titina Ammanati and Giampiero Vitelli for Rossi di Albizzate, white lacquered wood and cherry velvet upholsytery. Two lounge chairs from the sam...
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Liberty Co. An Arts Crafts Oak Window or Hall Seat with Large Pierced Hearts
By Liberty Co.
Located in London, GB
Liberty and Co. An Arts and Crafts oak window or hall seat with large pierced hearts to each end with moulded edges to the seat and an octagonal shaped stretcher.
Category

20th Century English Arts and Crafts Benches

Materials

Oak

Vintage Wooden Armchairs in Fabric and Brass
Located in Milano, IT
The armchairs were designed in the 1950s for fine Italian manufacture. It is upholstered in the original fabric. The structure is very simple and of hard shapes, made of simple woo...
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Wooden Armchairs in Fabric and Brass
Vintage Wooden Armchairs in Fabric and Brass
$2,377 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Iconic Mid-centuryp pair High Back Chairs by SAC, Giò Ponti style, All originals
By Gio Ponti
Located in Vigonza, Padua
All Originals "Chiavarine" iconic pair high back chairs by S.A.C, Giò Ponti style, with woven Indian cane seat. With manufacturer's label. About Gio Ponti Giovanni “Gio” Ponti (b...
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Mahogany

Living Room Set, Armchairs, Loveaseat Table by Marco Zanuso for Poltronova 60s
By Poltronova, Marco Zanuso
Located in Padova, IT
Astonishing living room set, composed by a loveseat, 2 armchairs and a circular coffee table, designed by the architect Marco Zanuso and manufactured by Poltronova in 60s. The light...
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Brass

Mogens Lassen Rare Scandinavian Modern Sofa in Ivory Sheepskin, Denmark, 1940s
By Mogens Lassen
Located in New York, NY
Mogens Lassen rare beautiful Scandinavian Modern sofa in luxurious ivory curly sheepskin adorned with camel leather buttons, with slightly curved and tufted wingback and curved armre...
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé, Wood, Beech

Handmade Italian Modern Craftsman Bench / Sofa in the Spirit of Andrea Branzi
By Andrea Branzi
Located in New York, NY
A dramatic, Unique Italian Modern Craftsman sculpture / sofa / bench in the spirit of Andrea Branzi's Modern Rustic / Brutalist Aesthetic as seen in "Domestic Animals". This original...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Italian Modern Solid Wood and Leather Multicolor Armchair with Armrests 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian post modern black solid wood and leather multicolor armchair with curved armrests, 1980s Armchair with curved armrests, with structure in solid wood with dark color, conical ...
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Swedish Mid-Century Modern Paradiset Sofa, Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sheepskin
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist
Located in Manhasset, NY
Swedish Mid-Century Modern 'Paradiset' Sofa by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist, Sheepskin Chic minimalist sofa by famed Swedish designer referred to as 'Paradiset' or Paradise - for obv...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

French Design, Art Deco, Sofa, Lacquered Rosewood, Beige Velour, France, 1930s
Located in Manhasset, NY
French Art Deco style rosewood sofa/couch having a fine velour upholstery with lacquered rosewood arms. This magnificent sofa or large loveseat is certain to bring charm to any room ...
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Rosewood, Upholstery

21st Century Woodstock Daybed in Velvet by Etro Home Interiors
By Etro, Etro Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Perfect for separating two rooms or to create a comfortable chill-out corner in the living room or bedroom, Woodstock daybed, with its atmosphere imbued with Arabian suggestions is u...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Velvet, Wood

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European Wood Loveseats For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of european wood loveseats available on 1stDibs. We have 1164 antique and vintage european wood loveseats in-stock, while there are 28 modern editions to choose from as well. European wood loveseats have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. European wood loveseats are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Louis XVI styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made european wood loveseats over the years, but those made by Gio Ponti, Artifort and Casa e Giardino are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are European Wood Loveseats?

Prices for european wood loveseats can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, european wood loveseats begin at $240 and can go as high as $67,500, while the average can fetch as much as $4,292.

Finding the Right Loveseats for You

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.

Find a wide variety of antique, new and vintage loveseats today on 1stDibs.