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Why is a loveseat called a loveseat?

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Why is a loveseat called a loveseat?

A loveseat is called a loveseat because it can comfortably fit two people or a couple in love!

1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
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Charles Ramos Loveseat, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Elegant loveseat by Charles Ramos for Castelaneta, very interesting arm details. On gilt metal legs. The matching Armchairs and a three-seater sofa are also available.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Metal

"Divina" loveseat sofa by Arne Norell, Westbergs möbler, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of loveseat sofas model "Divina" produced in Sweden by Westbergs möbler. Made during the 1950s. Designed by Arne Norell. Reupholstered with Hallingdal 65 fabric from Danish prod...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Wool, Beech

Upholstered, Wood-Framed Perception Bench or Loveseat by Known Work
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A graceful articulation of comfort through form, the Perceptions Bench explores the relationship between upholstery and framework. Its soft, sculpted interior creates cozy contours w...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Loveseats

Materials

Upholstery, Maple, Burl

Custom Art Deco Style Sofa
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Incredible custom sofa. The curved lines and overall shape of this sofa are truly eye catching. We love the triple tiered base, the chunky curved backrest and the oversized, weigh...
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20th Century Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair

Belgian Mid-Century Cognac Buffalo Leather Loveseat by Durlet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Belgian Mid-Century, cognac buffalo leather loveseat by Durlet. The Durlet company was founded in 1966 by Egide Durlet and from the start the company opted for manufacturing top qual...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather

Percival Lafer Style Leather Loveseat Sofa by Gerard van den Berg for Montis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century leather sofa designed by Gerard van den Berg for Montis. Dark stained oak frame with tripod legs supports the leather bucket seat cushion and headrest. In original condit...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Leather, Wood

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