Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?

British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.

What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?

The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.

19th Century Wood Loveseats

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Basket Love Seat

By Georges Leleu

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A basket love seat style Louis XVI.

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Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Loveseats

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Mahogany

American Empire Window Seats, Crotch Mahogany, Upholstered, Circa 1840

$5,600 / set

American Empire Window Seats, Crotch Mahogany, Upholstered, Circa 1840

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of American Empire (circa 1840) window seats with crotch mahogany veneer frames, lyre-shaped backs, and beige satin upholstered seat & back resting on large tiered base.

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Walter Cave, an Arts & Crafts Oak Settee with Voysey Style Uprights

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Located in Queens, NY

English Chippendale style (18th-19th century) mahogany loveseat with eagle head arms and upholstered seat and back.

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Wood

Outstandingly Designed Biedermeier Sofa

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Outstandingly Designed Biedermeier Sofa

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Small Settee with Tulips

Unavailable

H 36.5 in W 30 in D 17 in

Small Settee with Tulips

Located in Sheffield, MA

Rare small settee, thought to be French, circa 1850, having open splats carved as baskets with tulips. Upholstered seat and tapering square legs with block feet.

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Wood

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$2,450

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A George III Style Hand Carved Mahogany Settee, Late 19th Century

Located in Lambertville, NJ

An elegant hand carved mahogany George III double frame back settee. The oval backs with plume spalt in center with gently formed ridge arms and tapering legs. The seat in 100% new ...

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Antique 1890s American George III Settees

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Silk, Mahogany

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Antique Brown Leather Riding Boots with Trees, 1890s Austria

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Levitaz Coffee Table, Mirror Polished Cast Bronze, Contemporary

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Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Coffee and Tea Set, American Colonial

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Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Coffee and Tea Set, American Colonial

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Decorative Boxes

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19th Century Wood Loveseats For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 19th century wood loveseats is available at 1stDibs. Louis XVI, Louis XV and Victorian 19th century wood loveseats are consistently popular styles. Not every interior allows for large 19th century wood loveseats, so small 19th century wood loveseats measuring 1 inches across are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made 19th century wood loveseats over the years, but those made by Heywood-Wakefield Co., Jacob and Josef Kohn and Morris & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are 19th Century Wood Loveseats?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,233, while they’re typically $585 on the low end and $67,500 highest priced.

Finding the Right Loveseats for You

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.

Find a wide variety of antique, new and vintage loveseats today on 1stDibs.

Questions About 19th Century Wood Loveseats

Who was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.
What art style was used by the 19th-century French painters?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.

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