Loveseats
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Beech, Sheepskin
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Loveseats
Mohair, Upholstery, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Loveseats
Leather, Canvas, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Loveseats
Cotton, Linen
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
Late 19th Century American Eastlake Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Faux Leather, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Textile, Wood
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Steel
1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Loveseats
Alpaca, Wood
20th Century Brazilian Organic Modern Loveseats
Hardwood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary French Minimalist Loveseats
Metal
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Beech
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
19th Century Italian Romantic Antique Loveseats
Silver Leaf
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Louis XVI Loveseats
Wood
2010s Italian Loveseats
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century English Chesterfield Loveseats
Leather, Wood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Cotton, Upholstery, Foam
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Plastic
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Teak, Leather
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Cotton, Beech
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Sheepskin, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Chesterfield Loveseats
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Loveseats
Walnut
19th Century British Victorian Antique Loveseats
Brass
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
2010s American Louis XVI Loveseats
Metal
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Alpaca
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Alpaca
1980s Danish Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Bouclé
2010s American Modern Loveseats
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
Late 19th Century British Egyptian Revival Antique Loveseats
Wire
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
20th Century Chesterfield Loveseats
Leather
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Rosewood, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Maple, Burl
1940s Italian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Silk, Velvet
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Loveseats
Upholstery, Wood
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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