Loveseats
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Beech
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Faux Leather, Wood
1990s Italian Post-Modern Loveseats
Textile, Upholstery
Early 1800s Italian Baroque Antique Loveseats
Velvet, Giltwood
Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Loveseats
Giltwood
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Cotton, Bamboo
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Rattan
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
2010s Spanish Modern Loveseats
Marble, Stainless Steel
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Bouclé, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Suede
2010s Canadian Modern Loveseats
Gold Leaf
1990s Italian Post-Modern Loveseats
Textile, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Loveseats
Textile, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
2010s Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Leather, Wood, Beech
19th Century Azerbaijani Antique Loveseats
Wool, Linen
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Wood
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1990s German Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Loveseats
Textile, Upholstery
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Teak
Mid-20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Teak
1960s Vintage Loveseats
Metal
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Teak, Leather
20th Century Swiss Modern Loveseats
Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Upholstery, Beech
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
1970s American Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Fiberglass
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
1980s Swiss Post-Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Leather, Oak
2010s Chinese Loveseats
Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Aluminum
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Wool, Oak
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Italian Loveseats
Fabric
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Wool, Oak
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Marble
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Wool, Mahogany
2010s Philippine Modern Loveseats
Steel, Stainless Steel
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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