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Georgian Reading Chair
Located in New Orleans, LA
A handsome and rare Georgian-style reading chair, expertly crafted of mahogany. With its high, wide
Category
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Finn Juhl Reading Chair
By Finn Juhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Finn Juhl "Bovirke" reading chair, 1950s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Chairs
Bruno Mathsson Eva Reading Chair
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Riverdale, NY
Bruno Mathsson reading chair, originally designed in 1934 in laminated beech bent wood with linen
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Oak Reading Chair by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare oak "Bukkestolen" (reading chair) with exposed frame and upholstered seat and back retaining
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
A Regency mahogany library reading chair
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Regency mahogany library reading chair, of rectangular form with slatted back and sides, with two
Category
Antique 1810s English Regency Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
English Georgian Style '19th Century' Thomas Jefferson Walnut Reading Chair
Located in New York, NY
English Georgian style (19th century) Thomas Jefferson walnut reading chair with brown leather seat
Category
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 37.5 in W 24 in D 22.5 in
Finn Juhl Reading Chair, Wood and Leather
By Finn Juhl
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
unique design function which is typical for Finn Juhl's furniture. Earlier on, the Reading Chair has only
Category
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Finn Juhl Reading Chair Veneer Seat Wood
By Finn Juhl
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Denmark.
The Reading chair is one of Finn Juhl's more simple, yet elegant, pieces. The chair is
Category
2010s Danish Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Reading Chair Ambrose
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this chairs namesake, Ambrose Bierce. Elevate your experience by pairing the Ambrose Chair with the
Category
2010s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Silver, Brass
Reading Chair: Ambrose
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this chairs namesake, Ambrose Bierce. Elevate your experience by pairing the Ambrose Chair with the
Category
2010s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Silver, Brass
Antique Ebonized Reading Chair on Castors, Late 19th Century
Located in Uppsala, SE
Diminutive antique reading chair with ebonized legs on castors, late 19th century. Either you sit
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Bridle Leather Reading Chair
By Otzi Ltd
Located in Norwich, GB
A melding of Brazilian and Scandinavian midcentury design, this lounge chair takes the classic
Category
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Reading Chair House of Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl
Located in Dubai, DU
manufacturer Bovirke, which we have relaunched under the name the Reading Chair. This chair is perfectly fit
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Oak, Walnut
Louis Philippe "Voltaire" Reading Chair, French Circa 1870
Located in Doylestown, PA
A Louis Philippe Period high-back "Voltaire" reading chair in fruitwood, circa 1870, with arched
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Armchairs
Materials
Fruitwood
Georgian Mahogany and Green Leather Library Reading Chair
By Thomas Sheraton
Located in London, GB
A mahogany reading chair
After a design by Thomas Sheraton
Of most striking design, the
Category
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Mond 12 Reading Chair - Modern Design hand-crafted in Germany
By RITTERGUT & RUNNYMEDE
Located in Seehausen (Altmark), DE
of a reading chair 70 years after the release of The Reading Chair, a typical Danish mid-century
Category
2010s German Modern Chairs
Materials
Suede, Ash
Mond 12 Reading Chair - Modern Design hand-crafted in Germany
By RITTERGUT & RUNNYMEDE
Located in Seehausen (Altmark), DE
of a reading chair 70 years after the release of The Reading Chair, a typical Danish mid-century
Category
2010s German Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Ash
High Style Mid Century Reading Chair w/ Ottoman by Heywood Wakefield
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Circa 1950 modern Heywood Wakefield reading chair with stylished pouf ottoman. The chair featuring
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Camber Reading Chair - Woven leather cord and Russet bridle leather
By Otzi Ltd
Located in Norwich, GB
The Camber reading chair is refined and beautifully poised, with a gentle sculpted bow in the arm
Category
2010s European Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cord, Hardwood
Finn Juhl for Bovirke 'Reading Chairs' in Teak
By Finn Juhl, Bovirke
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Finn Juhl for Bovirke, 'reading' dining chairs, oak, teak, metal, Denmark, 1953.
In 1953, Finn
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Finn Juhl for Bovirke 'Reading Chairs' in Teak
By Finn Juhl, Bovirke
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Finn Juhl for Bovirke, 'reading' dining chairs, oak, teak, metal, Denmark, 1953.
In 1953, Finn
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
George II Mahogany Swivel Reading Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
An unusual and rare mahogany swivel reading chair with a show wood back rail upholstered on the
Category
Antique 1750s English George II Armchairs
Materials
Brass
1880s French Napoleon III Green Velvet Reading Chair
Located in Buchanan, NY
An exceptional French 19th century Napoleon III reading chair. This unique chair is upholstered in
Category
Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery
Leather Wingback Library Reading Chair by Carol Hicks Bolton for E J Victor
By E. J. Victor
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Distressed Leather Wingback Library Reading Chair by CAROL HICKS BOLTON for E J VICTOR
Approximate
Category
Vintage 1980s Bohemian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cotton
Library reading chair with carved swan head detail W1V period
By King & Sons
Located in Dereham, GB
William 1V period Mahogany & leather library reading chair
Recently covered in leather & coloured
Category
Antique 1830s William IV Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Pair of beechwood and patinated leather Easy Reading Chairs by Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Uccle, BE
Set of 2 Eva reading Chairs.
This "Easy" model comes with armrests. It is made from beechwood legs
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 33.08 in W 23.63 in D 27.96 in
Comfortable Reading Chair Plush Seating Muted by Joel Escalona No07
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
Comfortable Reading Chair Plush Seating Muted by Joel Escalona No07
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2010s Mexican Brutalist Lounge Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Comfortable Reading Chair Plush Seating Muted by Joel Escalona No07
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
Comfortable Reading Chair Plush Seating Muted by Joel Escalona No07
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2010s Mexican Brutalist Lounge Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
George III Mahogany and Brass-Mounted Reading Chair
Located in London, GB
With Gothic arch carved backrest, on turned tapering legs with brass caps and casters, English, circa 1810.
Category
Antique 1810s British George III Chairs
Materials
Brass
Black Forest Walnut Armchair or Reading Chair by Matthijs Horrix for Horrix
By Horrix, Matthijs Horrix
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Black Forest armchair or reading chair. Design by Matthijs Horrix for
Category
Antique 1880s Dutch Black Forest Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 44.3 in W 22.25 in D 12.21 in
Vintage Swaim Modern Brown Leather Armless Oak Slipper Lounge Club Reading Chair
By Swaim
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful armless slipper chair by Swaim Upholstery. Originally made for Marc-Miachaels Interior
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 34 in W 31 in D 27 in
Unique Handcrafted Elmwood Gothic Revival Monastery Library Step / Reading Chair
Located in Lisse, NL
Finest quality crafted, Gothic Revival monks reading chair.
If you are looking for a stylish chair
Category
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Religious Items
Materials
Elm
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H 36.2 in W 18.3 in D 16.7 in
19th Century Napoleon III Mechanical Reading Chair Deconstructed
Located in Charlottesville, VA
19th Century Napoleon III mechanical reading or library chair, having a footstool, the seat can be
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Napoleon III Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery
English Queen Anne Oak and Leather Reading Armchair
Located in New York, NY
English Queen Anne-style (19th Century) oak reading chair with brown leather upholstery and
Category
Antique 19th Century British Queen Anne Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Antique Black Forest Armchair or Reading Chair by Horrix with Perfect Upholstery
By Matthijs Horrix
Located in Lisse, NL
stunning and very comfortable chair for reading and/or drinking is all about grapes and growing wine. The
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Black Forest Armchairs
Materials
Brass
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H 45.9 in W 27.1 in D 25.3 in
Queen Anne Style Oak Leather Upholstered Music Chair
Located in New York, NY
An antique hardwood reading chair with foldout surface on the back. This type of chair was used for
Category
Early 20th Century Queen Anne Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
20th Century Italian Pair of Walnut Reading Lounge Chairs by Melchiorre Bega
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, designed by Melchiorre Bega in good condition. The seat backrest of the large reading chairs are inclined
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery
H 41.25 in W 29 in D 33.5 in
Pair Of Arhaus Italian Leather Lounge Chairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
as an optimal reading chair.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather
Hans Brattrud Scandia Lounge Chair Norwegian Design
By Hans Brattrud
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
very comfortable (reading) chair.
Category
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Plywood
Midcentury Leather and Chrome Swivel Chair
By Gardner Leaver, George Mulhauser, Steelcase, Maison Jansen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
rust. Has just the right angle to be used as an office chair, reading chair or even lounge chair
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Large Art Déco armchair / director`s chair by de Coene Frères. Belgium 1930s.
By De Coene Frères
Located in Köln, NW
shapely large armchair for a large desk or as reading chair.
Large seat. The upholstery is very well
Category
Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass, Bronze
H 38.59 in W 23.63 in D 21.66 in
17th Century Hand Carved Walnut Wood Armchair Needlepoint Upholstery Cross Base
Located in Miami, FL
needlepoint upholstered seat and chair front.
This armchair is very comfortable as reading chair.
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Antique 17th Century Italian Rococo Bergere Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 46 in W 29 in D 22 in
Pair 1970s Lane Venture Carved Faux Bamboo Handwoven Caning Wingback Chairs USA
By Lane Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
very comfortable as reading Chairs in a Tropical Home Setting.
Lane Venture Label under the Seat Pillow
Category
Late 20th Century American British Colonial Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Faux Bamboo, Cane
H 46.5 in W 32.5 in D 32 in
'First Class Armchair' by Gerard van den Berg for Label
By Gerard Van Den Berg, Label
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lounge chair perfect as a playful desk or reading chair. In original condition with visible wear and
Category
2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Unique green cowhide leather wing chair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
reading chair, or for relaxing while drinking a hot drink. The cowhide is full of character and the
Category
Late 20th Century Wingback Chairs
Materials
Cowhide, Leather
Camber Chair - Black bridle leather and fumed oak
By Otzi Ltd
Located in Norwich, GB
The Camber reading chair is refined and beautifully poised, with a gentle sculpted bow in the arm
Category
2010s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cord, Hardwood
Camber Chair - woven leather cord and oak
By Otzi Ltd
Located in Norwich, GB
The Camber reading chair is refined and beautifully poised, with a gentle sculpted bow in the arm
Category
2010s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cord, Hardwood
Elephant Chair by Bernard Rancillac, Limited Edition 37/100, 1985
By Bernard Rancillac
Located in Antwerp, BE
Chair; Side Chair; Lobby Lounge Chair; Reading Chair; Space Age; Mid-Century Modern; Artist; Sculptor
Category
Vintage 1980s French Space Age Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Ringstol Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in San Diego, CA
the danish cord. This chair is very comfortable and would make an amazing reading chair for a library
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cord, Beech
Burr Walnut Brown Leather Regency Metamorphic Reading Armchair to Library Steps
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
, Strand.
They were well known for their ingenious furniture, including reading chairs with writing
Category
Antique 18th Century English Regency Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 35.04 in W 23.63 in D 22.64 in
Louis XVI Style Giltwood Carved Bergere/ Arnchair with Green Velvet
Located in Essex, MA
make a statement in any livingroom, library, or bedroom and is the perfect comfortable reading chair in
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Materials
Giltwood
Ilmari Tapiovaara, Domus`Armchair , Keravan Puuteollisuus Ltd.
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
more comfortable than one would imagine. Perfect as a reading chair and can easily be spiced with a
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Georgian Style Rare Original Chesterfield Leather Armchair, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
, this is a later adaptation in the Georgian style and designed to be used as a relaxing chair or reading
Category
Vintage 1950s English Chesterfield Bergere Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Wingback Swivel Chairs & Ottomans in Curly Latte Fabric
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
cradle you. A terrific choice for a reading chair, for adding a sexy sculptural high design look to any
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
H 40 in W 32 in D 30 in
1960's Mid-Century Modern Lounge Armchairs - a Pair
By Edmund Homa, Peter Hvidt, Finn Juhl
Located in Burbank, CA
on the arms and a beautiful curved back with the wood frame wrapped around. Nice reading chairs. Can
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Ornately Carved Gothic English Oak Library Steps Metamorphic Chair Carpet Steps
Located in GB
collectable piece, designed as an at home library steps and reading chair, these are used to add a sense of
Category
Antique 1850s English Early Victorian Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 34.65 in W 16.74 in D 17.92 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Aluminum Office Desk Chair Ray & Charles Eames 1958
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Vienna, AT
space as well as the armchair could be your comfortable reading chair in your living space, when you
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 38.98 in W 25.01 in D 27.96 in
Vintage Oxblood Leather Antique Stud Chesterfield Wingback Swivel Office Chair
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
, it’s like your favourite reading chair with wheels. This chair is large, this is the bosses chair hence
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 45.28 in W 26.38 in D 31.89 in
Percival Lafer Adjustable Lounge Chair MP, Brazil, 1970
By Percival Lafer
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
comfortable. The chair swivels as well, so this might as well be the perfect ‘TV’ or reading chair. It is in
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Børge Mogensen “Model 2254” Lounge Chair and "2248" Footstool, Denmark 1950s
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in The Hague, NL
1958.
The 2254 armchair is particularly suitable for use as a reading chair thanks to the headrest
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Oak
H 35.83 in W 25.99 in D 36.62 in
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Reading Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal reading chair for your home. Each reading chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and animal skin. If you’re shopping for a reading chair, we have 71 options in-stock, while there are 12 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the reading chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right reading chair, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Georgian and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Finn Juhl, Hans J. Wegner and Johannes Hansen each produced at least one beautiful reading chair that is worth considering.
How Much is a Reading Chair?
Prices for a reading chair start at $700 and top out at $39,732 with the average selling for $3,004.
Questions About Reading Chair
- What makes a good reading chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A good reading chair will have a high, firm back to provide enough support to the neck and back. It should also have comfortable armrests so that one’s arms are relaxed and it is easy to prop a book. A plush upholstered cushion for the seat will make the reading experience even better. Find a collection of antique and vintage reading chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The best chair for reading is ultimately a matter of preference. You’ll want to think about a comfortable chair that will be suitable to sit in for a long period — think about form, upholstery, whether the chair will support your back and neck properly and more. Keep your space constrictions in mind as well as your budget. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, new and vintage chairs.
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