Pair Of Wingback
21st Century and Contemporary Hungarian Wingback Chairs
Chenille, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather, Plywood, Wood
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Lambskin, Beech
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
Late 20th Century Wingback Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Maple
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Chairs
Textile, Cherry
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Wool, Beech
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Wingback Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wingback Chairs
Leather, Wood, Down
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Velvet, Beech
20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s American American Colonial Wingback Chairs
Mahogany, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Late 20th Century French Louis XV Wingback Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Late 20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Wood, Plywood
20th Century English Chesterfield Wingback Chairs
Leather
20th Century Italian Louis XV Wingback Chairs
Wood
20th Century Wingback Chairs
Fabric
Vintage 1920s English William and Mary Wingback Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Beech
Vintage 1960s George II Wingback Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Wingback Chairs
Linen, Walnut
Early 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Upholstery
Late 20th Century American British Colonial Wingback Chairs
Bamboo, Wicker, Reed
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wingback Chairs
Brass
Early 20th Century Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
20th Century Georgian Wingback Chairs
Linen, Upholstery, Cord, Wood
20th Century Wingback Chairs
Linen, Foam, Wood
Vintage 1950s Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Linen, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Hide, Sheepskin, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Wingback Chairs
Walnut
20th Century American George III Wingback Chairs
Brass
20th Century French Art Deco Wingback Chairs
Brass
Antique 1820s English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Hardwood, Oak
Antique 1870s English High Victorian Wingback Chairs
Hardwood, Upholstery
20th Century English Art Deco Wingback Chairs
Velvet, Beech
Early 20th Century Italian Edwardian Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Late 20th Century French Louis XV Wingback Chairs
Giltwood
1990s American Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Walnut
Late 20th Century European Louis XV Wingback Chairs
Fruitwood
Late 20th Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Leather, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Leather
20th Century American Chesterfield Wingback Chairs
Brass
Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1980s North American Louis XV Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Giltwood
Late 20th Century American George III Wingback Chairs
Chenille, Mahogany
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Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
- What is a wingback sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A wingback sofa or chair has extensions from the back that wrap around the sides partially creating a sort of wing that branches out of the back. Often the wings extend down and then form the arms of the chair or sofa, but not always. Shop a collection of wingback furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are wingback chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Wingback chairs are sometimes called fireside chairs, easy chairs or grandfather chairs. However, many people simply call them wingback chairs or wing chairs. The name comes from the two curved wings mounted on the sides of the backrest. On 1stDibs, find a variety of wingback chairs.
- Is a wingback chair comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether a wingback chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many wingback chairs feature plush cushioning, and the tall backs can provide ample back support. A wingback’s protruding arms were initially designed to protect a sitter from drafts or intense heat from a fireplace. This may be obsolete in the 21st century, but the chairs have maintained their popularity over the years and have seen waves of revivals, from mid-century modern spin offs to playful contemporary adaptations (like the Bear chair by Pierre Yovanovitch, wherein the place of wings are furry ears — a cheeky send-up of Hans Wegner’s iconic mid-century Papa Bear chair). On 1stDibs, shop a range of wingback chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Wingback chairs emerged during the 17th-century era. The wings on classic wingback chairs certainly do have a purpose, or did, when they were first conceived in England in the 1600s. Back then, the armchair protrusions were meant to protect the sitter from drafts and from the strong heat radiating from the large fireplaces that were popular at the time. This explanation is why the wingback is strongly associated with cozying up by the fireplace. Although the functional aspect of a wingback may be obsolete in the 21st century, the chairs have maintained their popularity over the years. Shop a selection of wingback chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The purpose of a wingback chair is to provide seating. Usually, these upholstered chairs go in seating areas and allow people to rest comfortably while carrying on conversations, reading and performing other activities. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage wingback chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023There is no hard and fast rule about where a wingback chair should be placed. Historically, people used the large chairs in front of block drafts, and you can continue this tradition in your home. Alternatively, you can place one wherever it fits the layout of your room. To show off the distinctive shape of the chair, it is a good idea to position it somewhere that allows it to be viewed from the sides and back as well as the front. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wingback chairs.
- How do I pair palazzo pants?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How you pair palazzo pants is largely a matter of personal preference. Many people choose to balance the flowy oversize shape of the pants with fitted tops, sweaters or turtlenecks. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage and designer palazzo pants.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022For a casual look, pair your Versace dress shirt with a nice pair of jeans and your favorite pair of loafers or casual pumps. For a more dressy look, pair it with dress slacks or a fitted skirt and dress shoes or heels. Find authentic Versace pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024No one can say for sure who made the first pair of pants. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have traced the origins of pants back to ancient China. The oldest pants to have been discovered so far date back to between the 13th and 10th centuries B.C. These early garments were found on mummies in tombs in the Tarim Basin of western China. Find a large selection of pants for men and women on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024No one knows for sure what the first pair of jeans looked like, as historians are unsure who created the earliest example of jeans. However, we do have a rough idea of what the first Levi Strauss & Co. jeans produced during the 1830s looked like. They were blue denim trousers with straight, relaxed legs. The jeans featured five riveted pockets and a button fly. Instead of belt loops, the jeans had one single angled loop at the waist designed to hold a hammer or other tool. Shop a wide range of jeans from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The average cost of a pair of diamond stud earrings with a total carat weight of 1-carat is $2,495. Depending on the clarity, cut and color of the diamond, the price and other details may vary. On 1sDibs, shop for antique and vintage diamond earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023To pair an oval engagement ring with a wedding band, first consider the shape. Both domed and flat bands can complement the shape of an oval-cut gemstone. You may also want to consider a contoured band that will hug the curves of the gem. Next, decide what type of metal will coordinate with the engagement ring. An easy choice is to have the two rings crafted out of the same metal, such as 18-karat yellow gold or platinum. Explore a large selection of wedding bands on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022What pairs well with the CH07 chair by Hans Wegner is largely a matter of personal preference. To keep the eye focused on its dramatic curves, some interior decorators pair it with simple boxy sofas and tables. Feel free to experiment and create your own furniture layouts using the CH07 or shell chair. Find a collection of Hans Wegner CH07 shell chairs on 1stDibs.
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