Brazilian Rosewood Sofa by Liceu De Artes e Officios, Midcentury
By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios
Located in New York, NY
Two-seat sofa designed by Liceu de Artes e Oficios in solid rosewood, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 1960s. The piece has been recently refinished and newly upholstered in natural leather. L...
Leather, Rosewood
Vintage Brazilian Leather Loveseat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Brazilian Leather Loveseat Original Brazilian loveseat with solid wood frame in a cognac leather. Overall Dimensions: 80"W x 33"D x 28"H
Leather
Mid Century Modern Loveseat in Hardwood and Leather by Gelli, Brazil, 1960s
By Gelli Indústria de Móveis
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in NYC metro area included, this loveseat in Hardwood and Leather by Gelli, 1960s made in Brazil is nothing less than spectacular. This lov...
Leather, Hardwood
Curved Sofa by Joaquim Tenreiro, 1960s, Midcentury, Brazil
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in New York, NY
Joaquim Tenreiro (1906-1992) designed and produced the Curved Sofa in circa 1960, commercializing it in his company Tenreiro Móveis e Decorações – with stores in São Paulo and Rio de...
Leather, Rosewood
Forma S.a Rare Sofa by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Ca 1954 Midcentury Brazil
By Carlo Hauner, Martin Eisler, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
This rare sofa was designed in 1955 and produced by Forma, a company directed by Carlo Hauner (1927- 1996) and Martin Eisler (1913- 1977). This piece is an icon and illustrates some ...
Leather, Rosewood
Percival Lafer Patchwork Leather Loveseat
By Percival Lafer
Located in Burbank, CA
This Percival Lafer loveseat in Dark Chocolate Leather was originally purchased in Brazil and later imported into the U.S. Like many Lafer designs, it is lightweight with supple leat...
Leather, Foam, Wood
Leather Sofa by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Vancouver, BC
Lounge sofa by Percival Lafer in tufted olive leather upholstery. Very good vintage condition, upholstery and leather strapping in excellent condition for age and use.
Leather
1960s MP41 Sofa by Percival Lafer — Jatobá Frame, New Leather
By Percival Lafer
Located in Victoria, BC
A compelling example of Brazilian modernism, this 1960s MP41 sofa by Percival Lafer reflects the designer’s commitment to structural clarity, material honesty, and relaxed comfort. T...
Leather, Wood
Pair of 1973 Percival Lafer MP-116 Lounge Chairs in Tan Leather
By Sergio Rodrigues, De Sede, Percival Lafer
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A rare and thoroughly documented pair of Percival Lafer MP-116 modular lounge chairs, produced in Brazil in the early 1970s and presented in their original tan leather upholstery wit...
Leather, Fruitwood
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H 28.3 in W 55.9 in D 25.6 in
Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Loveseat in Hardwood and Leather by Gelli, 1960s
By Gelli Indústria de Móveis
Located in New York, NY
Produced by Gelli during the 1960s, this loveseat reflects the pragmatic elegance that defined much of Brazilian modern furniture design in the mid-twentieth century. The piece demon...
Leather, Hardwood
Percival Lafer MP-211 Cognac Leather Loveseat
By Percival Lafer
Located in Puslinch, ON
This Percival Lafer MP-211 Loveseat represents the pinnacle of Brazilian modernist design, where organic warmth meets disciplined craftsmanship. Upholstered in sumptuous cognac-color...
Leather
Illona Loveseat by Arne Norell for Scanform, Columbia
By Arne Norell, Scanform
Located in New York, NY
Caramel Brown Leather Sofa model Illona designed by Arne Norell. Produced by Scanform, Columbia.
Metal, Brass
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H 34.5 in W 74.5 in D 32.75 in
Rosewood & Butterscotch Leather MP-163 "Earth" 3-Seater Sofa by Percival Lafer
By Jean Gillon, Sergio Rodrigues, Percival Lafer
Located in Chattanooga, TN
We've had several Percival Lafer sofas and chairs over the years, and this MP-163 "Earth" model sofa is by far the most comfortable. The scoop style and high-back design cradles and ...
Leather, Rosewood, Upholstery
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H 28 in W 64 in D 37 in
Brazilian Loveseat in Olive Leather in the Style of Sergio Rodrigues, 1970s
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1970s Brazilian loveseat in the style of Sergio Rodrigues with a stained oak frame and leather slingback. This piece has plush upholstered seat and back cushions, which drape elega...
Leather, Wood
1970s Leather Loveseat by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of leather loveseats by Brazilian designer Percival Lafer. Elegantly aged, the patina highlights the richest tufted and pleated dark leather. The hardwood frame claims the pie...
Leather, Wood
Percival Lafer MPg7 Lounge Sofa, Brazil, 1970
By Percival Lafer
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice sculptural MP97 lounge sofa designed and manufactured by Percival Lafer, Brazil 1970. Percival Lafer was one of the leading furniture design manufacturers in Brazil who man...
Metal
Vintage MP-97 Percival Lafer Loveseat 2-Seater Sofa
By Percival Lafer
Located in Charlotte, NC
Absolutely stunning mocha brown leather and jacaranda rosewood 2 seater loveseat sette sofa by Percival Lafer. This is the MP-97 model and the much rarer loveseat version. This piece...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 34.5 in W 54 in D 32.75 in
Rosewood & Cognac Leather Mp-163 "Earth" Loveseat & Ottoman by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chattanooga, TN
We've had several Percival Lafer sofas and chairs over the years, and this MP-163 "Earth" model is by far the most comfortable. The scoop style and high-back design cradles and suppo...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 34.5 in W 74.5 in D 32.75 in
Rosewood & Cognac Leather MP-163 "Earth" 3-Seater Sofa by Percival Lafer
By Percival Lafer
Located in Chattanooga, TN
We've had several Percival Lafer sofas and chairs over the years, and this MP-163 "Earth" model sofa is by far the most comfortable. The scoop style and high-back design cradles and ...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 32 in W 34 in D 54 in
Black Leather & Jacaranda Two Seater Sofa by Jean Gillon for Italma Wood Art
By Jean Gillon
Located in Outremont, QC
Black Leather and Jacaranda Wood Two Seater Sofa by Jean Gillon for Italma Wood Art, 60's Features a jacaranda frame and newly reupholstered black leather seat and back cushions. ...
Leather, Jacaranda
Percival Lafer MP-211 Brazilian Rosewood and Leather Loveseat, 1970s
By Lafer, Percival Lafer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic design by prolific Brazilian designer pioneer of the Modernist movement, Percival Lafer. Showcasing his trademark use of gorgeous, solid hardwoods, leather upholstery and me...
Leather, Rosewood
Percival Lafer Chocolate Brown Leather Sofa MP-97
By Percival Lafer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The MP-97 3-seat sofa designed by Percival Lafer ((Brazilian, b. 1936). This rare gorgeous chocolate brown leather has the most wonderful rich patina. This beautiful MP-97 sofa, m...
Steel
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H 28.5 in W 40 in D 29 in
Leather Loveseat by Angel Pazmino for Muebles De Estilo, circa 1960 Ecuador
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rosewood and leather loveseat by Angel Pazmino for Muebles De Estilo, circa 1960 Ecuador. This chair is in original condition.
Leather, Rosewood
Mid Century Moveis Corazza Brazilian Leather and Wood Sofa and Stool
Located in Asheville, NC
Vintage Brazilian leather and wood two seater marked by Moveis Corazza . Cognac leather, foam interior, Jatoba wood frame, leather straps. Sturdy construction in great vintage condit...
Leather, Wood, Rosewood
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H 31.5 in W 80 in D 32.5 in
Jean Gillon for Probel Leather and Brazilian Rosewood Sofa, c. 1970, Signed
By Jean Gillon, Probel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare Brazilian Modern sofa is by Jean Gillon for Probel and features a gorgeous Brazilian Jacaranda frame with very-comfortable black leather cushions and arms with contrasting ...
Leather, Rosewood
Brazilian Cognac Leather Sofa L’atelier Moveis Brazil, 1982
By L’Atelier
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful shaped Brazilian lounge sofa manufactured by l’Atelier Moveis ltda., Brazil 1982. This unique two-seater sofa is made of high quality cognac leather supported by a thick an...
Steel
1st Series Percival Lafer model MP-41 Brazilian Leather Sofa
By Lafer, Percival Lafer
Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU
Stunning Loveseat with solid jatobah frame and original leather upholstery, designed by Percival Lafer and manufactured by Lafer Furniture, Brazil, during the 1970s. Light wear and p...
Leather
Percival Lafer MP-123 Modular Bench in Brazilian Rosewood
By Percival Lafer
Located in Toronto, Ontario
One of Percival Lafer's most desirable pieces. A MP-123 Modular seating unit. This example in brazilian rosewood with original leather and polished stainless steel . Seating ...
Stainless Steel
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H 29.5 in W 57 in D 36 in
Jean Gillon for Probel Leather and Brazilian Jacaranda Settee, 1960s, Signed
By Probel, Jean Gillon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare Brazilian Modern collectors piece is by Jean Gillon for Probel and features gorgeous Brazilian Rosewood Jacaranda and beautiful red leather seats and arms. Featuring natur...
Leather, Rosewood
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H 27.56 in W 96.86 in D 37.8 in
Mid-Century Modern "Ameba" Rosewood Sofa attributed to Jorge Zalszupin, 1960s
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The Ameba Sofa was produced in the 1960s and attributed to Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020). The massive Sofa in Rosewood veneers is a perfect combo of organic shapes with oversized leat...
Leather, Rosewood
Percival Lafer Two-Seat Sofa in Mahogany Brazil, 1960
By Percival Lafer
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice two-seat sofa designed and manufactured by Percival Lafer, Brazil 1960. This sofa has 4 mahogany legs and a dark brown leather seat. The legs are connected with chrome scre...
Leather, Mahogany
Jean Gillon 2-Seat Leather Sofa for Woodart Brasil
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Stunning midcentury leather two-seat sofa with a wooden frame. Beautifully manufactured with simple rope at the back, inspired by local fishermen. 1960s, Brazil. Condition: ...
Leather, Rope, Wood
Percival Lafer Earth Lounge Sofa, Brazil, 1970
By Percival Lafer
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice and rare so called 'Earth' lounge sofa designed and manufactured by Percival Lafer, Brazil 1970. This sofa has black painted metal feet and very nice patinated natural leat...
Metal
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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