Loveseats
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Faux Leather, Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fiberglass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Aluminum
2010s Canadian Modern Loveseats
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Linen, Foam, Plywood
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Organic Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Foam, Plywood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1950s French Directoire Vintage Loveseats
Silk, Wood
1950s Swedish Vintage Loveseats
Suede, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Oak, Wool
1940s American Country Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Cane
21st Century and Contemporary North American Loveseats
Mohair, Cedar
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Linen, Foam, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Linen, Foam, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Organic Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plywood
2010s Italian Loveseats
Leather, Fabric, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Faux Leather
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Oak, Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Wool, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
18th Century American Chippendale Antique Loveseats
Mahogany, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Linen, Foam, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Organic Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plywood
Late 20th Century American Loveseats
Fabric, Rattan
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bouclé, Wood
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Rosewood
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Steel
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1950s American Vintage Loveseats
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Pine
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Teak
1940s American Chippendale Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Bamboo
17th Century French Louis XIII Antique Loveseats
Walnut, Upholstery
19th Century Austrian Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Neoclassical Loveseats
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
20th Century British Anglo-Indian Loveseats
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Marble
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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