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Pair of Italian Wicker Works Rattan Lounge Chairs & Ottoman
By Wicker Works
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing pair of labeled Italian rattan wicker lounge chairs and matching ottoman from the Wicker
Category

20th Century Italian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Hardwood

Wicker Works Italian Oversized Rattan Barrel Back Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Wicker Works, Michael Taylor
Located in Bensalem, PA
Woven and braided Italian rattan barrel back lounge chair and matching ottoman from The Wicker
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Vintage wicker high back lounge chairs, 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Unique high-back wicker lounge chairs. Beautifully designed. Good condition. 1960s - Belgium
Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Bohemian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Vintage wicker high back lounge chairs, 1960s
Vintage wicker high back lounge chairs, 1960s
H 43.31 in W 27.56 in D 19.69 in
Peabody Wicker Chairs, Modern Wicker Chairs, Teak and Thick Weave
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
. Each chair boasts a handwoven wicker seat and high-density foam with the fabric of your choice. The
Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Teak

Wicker High Back Art Deco Chair and Stool with Original Fabric
Located in Oakland, CA
Wicker high back Art Deco lounge chair and stool with original Art Deco fabric. Quality wicker
Category

20th Century North American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wicker

Vintage Bamboo & Wicker High Back Lounge Chair Beige Linen Upholstery, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern handcrafted bamboo & wicker lounge chairs with beige linen seat
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Linen, Bamboo, Wicker

High Fan Back Woven Wicker Chair by Ficks Reed
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in New York, NY
Stylish woven stick wicker and bamboo fan back chair with exaggerated high back. Asian influenced
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Willow

Spectacular VictorianStyle Wicker Throne, Very Big High Backrest Wide Seat
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
that evoke an aesthetically precious period as is the case with this rattan or wicker high chair Its
Category

20th Century Spanish Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

High Style Midcentury Mahogany Dining Chair with Woven Wicker Seat
Located in Van Nuys, CA
High style midcentury mahogany formal dining chair with woven wicker seat.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare Pair of Valentino Wicker Chairs, 1970s
Located in Southampton, NY
Rare pair of Valentino wicker chairs, 1970s Very rare pair of rattan and wicker chairs made in the
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker

Rare Pair of Valentino Wicker Chairs, 1970s
Rare Pair of Valentino Wicker Chairs, 1970s
H 44.5 in W 44.38 in D 26.5 in
High Back Rattan and Wicker Chair in the Style of Bonacina, Italy, 1960s
By Bonacina
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful organic high back chair in bamboo, rattan and hand-woven wicker. This fantastic chair was
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Francis Mair Midcentury Wicker Chair
By Francis Mair
Located in Countryside, IL
Francis Mair midcentury Wicker Chair This chair measures: 30 wide x 25 deep x 27.25 high, with a
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Francis Mair Midcentury Wicker Chair
Francis Mair Midcentury Wicker Chair
H 27.25 in W 30 in D 25 in
Stunning Set of Six Restored Vintage Wicker and Beech High-Back Dining Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful set of vintage high-back dining chairs, circa 1980. Exceptionally crafted beech base
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Beech

Rare 1930s French Wicker Rattan Emmanuelle Peacock Chair
Located in Birmingham, AL
A large, classic 1930s Peacock chair handcrafted in France of woven two-toned rattan and wicker
Category

Vintage 1930s French Bohemian Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

American Victorian Wicker Wing Chair
Located in New York, NY
American Victorian natural wicker high square back wing chair with one magazine pocket arm
Category

20th Century American Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker

American Victorian Wicker Woven Rocking Chair
By Heywood Brothers & Co.
Located in New York, NY
American Victorian natural wicker ornate high back platform rocking chair with woven rolled arms
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Set of 4 High-Backed Metal Woven Chairs
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
. Standing out with its handmade feature, the 4-piece chair set mesmerizes with its high back structure. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 High-Backed Metal Woven Chairs
Set of 4 High-Backed Metal Woven Chairs
H 48.43 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
French 1970s Design Style Handcrafted Rattan and Wicker Cane Chair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Sculptural and gorgeous rattan and wicker French 1970s design style high back chair with a beige
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Space Age Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Rattan

High Back Coat Hanger Chiavari Chair, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milan, IT
Unique and rare high back coat hanger Chiavari chair, Italy 1950s.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Natural Woven Rattan/Wicker Mid Century Barrel Chairs a Pair
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a wonderful boho chic pair of rattan chairs with natural wicker woven in a conventional
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

1940's Lloyd Loom Flanders Wicker Springer Patio Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
as outdoor use. Circa 1940s, Lloyd Loom Flanders wicker spring or bounce chair. This chair has been
Category

Vintage 1940s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Pair of Ralph Lauren Wicker Rattan Garden Lounge Chairs
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
chairs feature an oversized rattan frame embellished with woven wicker. The gracefully curved frames have
Category

20th Century Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Lawrence Peabody Wicker Lounge Chair for Craft Associates Furniture
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
. Each chair boasts a handwoven wicker seat and high-density foam with the fabric of your choice. The
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Walnut

Pair of Wicker Chairs by Viva del Sud for Casa Bique
By Casa Bique
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Italian high backed wicker and wood armchairs date to the early 1980s and they were designed
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Modern Wicker Rattan Lounge Chair with Ottoman & Floral Upholstery
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
Wonderful modern wicker chair with a magazine holder connected to the side and decorative white
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wicker

Boho Chic White Washed Wicker and Rattan Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Add a touch of bohemian elegance with this pair of Boho Chic White Washed Wicker and Rattan Lounge
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Pair of Michael Taylor Style Woven Rattan Wicker Lounge Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand pair of oversized woven rattan wicker cube shaped lounge chairs or club chairs made in the
Category

Late 20th Century Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Rattan

Mies Van Der Rohe MR20 Chrome & Wicker Lounge Chairs, 1970s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Almelo, NL
Stunning original Mies Van der rohe M20 lounge chair made from wicker and chrome. The wicker is in
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Palecek Weather Resistant Wicker Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By Palecek Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Set of 4 Palecek Weather Resistant Synthetic Wicker dining chairs w washable cushions
Category

Vintage 1980s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Peabody Wicker Lounge Chairs, Gold Fabric and Walnut, Craft Associates
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
boasts a handwoven wicker seat and high-density foam with the fabric of your choice. The chair's base is
Category

20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Walnut

Modern Chair with Chromed Frame and Faux Wicker Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful chair with clean lines, chromed frame a faux wicker seat. The chair is very comfortable
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Braxton Culler Rattan Bamboo Wicker Dining Desk Accent Chair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of an Bamboo Wicker and
Category

Vintage 1980s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Bamboo, Wicker, Wood

Bergerer Arm Chairs with Matching Puffs hand woven ratan wicker cane
Located in BILBAO, ES
A pair of Bergerer Arm Chairs with Matching Puffs hand woven ratan wicker cane. The chairs have
Category

Vintage 1980s Spanish Bohemian Bergere Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Textile, Wicker, Cane

English Garden Loom Wicker Oversized Lounge Chairs by Lloyd Flanders, Set of 2
By Lloyd Loom
Located in Lake Worth, FL
flanders loom wicker oversized armchairs with sunbrella cushions Approximate measurements in inches 37
Category

Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Wicker Salterini Radar Style Chairs With Pedestal Side Tables Seating Set
By Maurizio Tempestini, Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Salterini
Located in Chattanooga, TN
both primer and top coat. (2) Wicker radar chairs 23.25” Wide x 23.5” Deep x 27 5/8” High (14.5” seat
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Frederick Weinberg Style Mid Century Wicker and Wrought Iron Chair and Ottoman
Located in Countryside, IL
Frederick Weinberg Style Mid Century Wicker and Wrought Iron Chair and Ottoman The chair measures
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of Six McGuire Coral Wicker Rattan Dining Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Spectacular set of six coral toned wicker rattan dining chairs made by McGuire in the California
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Rattan

20th Century Hanging Wicker Woven Chair on Steel Frame, 1970s
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Iconic 20th century Wicker hanging chair on original steel frame, made in the 1970's, with tight
Category

20th Century Chairs

Materials

Steel

Axel Brüchhauser for Tecta B45 High Back Chairs, 1981
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful high back cantilever chairs B45 by Axel Brüchhauser for Tecta, 1981 in dark brown
Category

Vintage 1980s German Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Neoclassical Italian Leather Armchairs Wicker Accent Dining by HOOKER
By Hooker Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Leather Herringbone Wicker Accent Dining Desk Chairs - Set of 2 Approximate Measurements in Inches 40
Category

Vintage 1980s American Neoclassical Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wicker, Wood

Set of 8 high back Belgochrom dining chairs, 1970s
By belgochrom
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Set of eight elegant dining room chairs manufactured by Belgochrom. The chairs are quite unique
Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Danish Oak Kitchen Chairs with Wicker Seats, 1970s
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Beautiful set of 2 Danish oak kitchen chairs with wicker seat, produced in the 1970s. The
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Oak

Set of 5 Gustavian Styled Chairs with Wicker Seat and Backrest
Located in Hamburg, Hamburg
setting these chairs apart. The wicker on seat and backrest adds "lightness" and is loosening up the
Category

Antique 18th Century Unknown Gustavian Chairs

Materials

Other

Boho Chic Style 1960’s Wicker and Cane Hanging Chair by Rohe Noordwolde
By Rohe Noordwolde
Located in London, GB
Rohé Noordwolde in the Netherlands in the 1960’s. The chair features a dramatic high arch top and was
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Bohemian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Victorian Wicker Parlor Set ‘His, Her and Child's’ Chairs, Settee and Rocker
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Miami Beach, FL
of high quality with wood beads on the legs of the chairs and openwork curlicues cut into the backs
Category

Antique 1890s American Victorian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wicker

" S Chairs" by Marzio Cecchi for Studio Most Italy in Wicker Rope 1970s
By Studio Most, Marzio Cecchi
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
The famous model "S chair", an iconic and unique Mid Century Modern design by Marzio Cecchi for
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Vintage Woven Rattan High Back Roll-Arm Chairs
Located in Vero Beach, FL
, and minor losses to rattan. Seat height (without a cushion) is 17" high. Similar chair descriptions
Category

20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Lawrence Peabody Wicker Lounge Chair for Craft Associates Furniture
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
for Craft Associates. Each chair boasts a hand woven wicker seat and high-density foam with the
Category

2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

1970's High Barrel Back Rattan Chair
Located in San Carlos, CA
Very cool and boho chic rattan woven wicker chair. This one of a kind rattan chair comes with a
Category

Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Boho Chic White Washed Wicker Rattan Side Chairs - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Introduce a touch of bohemian elegance with the Boho Chic White Washed Wicker Rattan Side Chairs
Category

20th Century Bohemian Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Straw Wicker Woven Rush Chair Midcentury Jean Michel Frank Style, 1930, France
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in New York, NY
Straw wicker woven rush chair midcentury Jean Michel Frank style, 1930, France. Woven chair that
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Sycamore, Straw

Loop Arm Rattan "Regata" Lounge Chair W/ Woven Wicker Back
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Two-Strand loop arm "Regata" rattan lounge chair with large woven wicker back accented by fancy
Category

1990s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Set of 8 Vintage Mid Century All Wicker Dining room chairs by Lloyd Loom
By Lloyd Loom
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 8 Vintage Lloyd Loom All Wicker Dining room chairs. All chairs are in great vintage
Category

Vintage 1980s English Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Bamboo Wicker Leather Lounge Armchair Vintage by Braxton Culler
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Vintage Braxton Culler Bamboo Wicker
Category

Vintage 1980s Anglo-Indian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Wicker

Pair of Beautiful Rare Mid Century Oak Chairs with Skid Feet and Wicker Seats
Located in München, DE
One pair of beautiful, very rare Mid Century solid oak chairs with skid base. The seats are made of
Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Raffia, Oak

Henry Link Natural Rattan/Wicker/Bamboo Armchair & Ottoman
By Henry Link
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
other slight imperfections to the finish here and there. The chair is 37 inches high and 29 1/2 inches
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Set of 4 Vintage Thonet Mundus 207R Bentwood High Backrest Bistro Chairs, 1970s
By Thonet-Mundus
Located in Zagreb, HR
A set of four beautiful Thonet bentwood chairs, popular high backrest known as model 207R or model
Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Cane, Wood

1 of 6 Mid-Century Dining Chairs in Bent Tubular Steel and Wicker Cane, 1960s
By Arflex
Located in Zagreb, HR
Vintage wood, wicker cane and chrome frame dining chairs, attributed to designs by Antonio Ari
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Boho Chic Rattan and Wicker Parsons Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The Boho Chic Rattan and Wicker Parsons Dining Chairs, a set of four, beautifully combine
Category

20th Century Bohemian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Dining Chair in Oak and Cane Wicker
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia, dining chair, model ‘BM 61’, oak, cane wicker, Denmark, 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

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Wicker High Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic wicker high chair available at 1stDibs. A wicker high chair — often made from natural fiber, wicker and rattan — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a wicker high chair — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A wicker high chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Victorian and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Arthur Umanoff, Ficks Reed and Heywood Brothers & Co. each produced at least one beautiful wicker high chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Wicker High Chair?

Prices for a wicker high chair start at $275 and top out at $8,950 with the average selling for $2,400.

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.

Questions About Wicker High Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A wicker peacock chair is a chair made of wicker featuring a very large back that extends up and around, much like a peacock’s feathers when ruffled. This type of chair first appeared in the early 1900s and became very popular for photographs. Shop a collection of wicker furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Round wicker chairs with matching round cushions are Papasan chairs. You may also see them referred to as saucer chairs or bowl chairs. You can find a variety of Papasan chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Some round wicker chairs are called papasan chairs, saucer chairs, bowl chairs or moon chairs. If the chair is more oval and can seat two people instead of one, it is referred to as a mamasan chair. Shop a collection of wicker furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    How long wicker chairs last varies. Natural wicker can remain in good condition for around two to four years when used outdoors or for around four to seven years indoors. Resin wicker made of manmade materials has a longer lifespan and looks like new for upward of 10 years. To extend the life of your wicker furniture, follow the care instructions provided by the manufacturer. Shop a collection of wicker chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Round wicker chairs are called papasan chairs. The round frame of the chair is usually made of rattan or wicker and is covered in a soft cushion. There is a wide range of wicker furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A high back office chair has a tall backrest to provide support to both your back and neck. It helps minimize the risk of chronic neck and back problems. These chairs also come with wheels attached for ease of mobility. Shop a range of antique and vintage high back office chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique wooden high chairs look nice and are a fun idea, they are not often the safest choice of seating for babies. Old fashioned wooden high chairs that feature removable wooden trays or arms don't typically meet modern safety standards. Parents must be cautious if they wish to use these chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    There is no universal guideline for determining the value of antique high chairs. Typically, high chairs can cost anywhere between $50 and $500. The price of a high chair is determined by the condition of the chair, its construction, whether or not all parts are intact and its desirability.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    High-backed old-fashioned chairs are often called wingback chairs. They may not offer structural support, but the wings on antique and vintage wingback chairs certainly do have a purpose or did, when the design was 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 explains why the wingback is so 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 and have seen waves of revivals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern wingback chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.