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Danish Modern Leather Wingback Lounge Chair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Leather Danish modern pitch black wingback lounge chair, circa 1960's. Classic high back provides
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Huge scandinavian modern wingback lounge chair
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Introducing our Scandinavian modern wingback lounge chair, the perfect statement piece for your
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
1930's Wingback Lounge Chair
By Queen Anne
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage wingback lounge chair for sale. From the 1930's, and has an amazing frame and design. It
Category
Vintage 1930s American Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
1940s Danish Wingback Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1940's Danish wingback lounge chair
This handsome lounge chair has a distinguished and structured
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Vintage 1940s Danish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1940s Swedish Wingback Lounge Chair
By Carl Malmsten, Axel Larsson
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage 1940s Swedish Wingback Lounge Chair. Very well crafted. Possibly by Axel Larsson or Carl
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Lounge Chairs, Zanuso Style Grey Boucle
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair Italian Mid-Century Modern wingback lounge chairs, Zanuso style grey bouclé
Similar in
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
H 36 in W 29 in D 35 in
Swedish Midcentury Wingback Lounge Chair in Sheepskin
Located in Karlstad, SE
Beautiful wingback lounge chair, produced in Sweden, circa 1950.
With a simple, organic design and
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Elm
Melchiorre Bega Wingback Lounge Chairs Italy 1950's
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in New York, NY
Amazing pair of large 1950's wingback lounge chairs designed by Melchiorre Bega, newly re
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Linen, Walnut
Midcentury Pair of Wingback Lounge Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of midcentury wingback lounge chairs designed and manufactured in the United States circa
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Maple
Birch Wingback Lounge Chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A rare and sculptural wingback lounge chair having a cantilevered laminated birch frame and
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch, Upholstery
High Wingback Lounge Chair, Germany designed by Ernst Jahn, 1950s
By Deutsche Werkstätten Hellerau, Ernst Max Jahn
Located in Antwerp, BE
A wingback lounge chair designed by German designer Ernst Max Jahn for Deutsche Werkstätten
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair Mid Century Modern Wingback Lounge Chairs Blue Grey Wool Upholstery MINT!
By Finn Juhl
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Mid Century Modern Oversize Wingback Lounge Chairs Blue Grey Wool Upholstery MINT!
Very
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 53 in W 33.5 in D 39.5 in
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Wingback Lounge Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chicago, IL
Lounge Chairs. A testament to mid-century modern aesthetics, these chairs effortlessly marry form with
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Wingback Lounge Chair
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cozy and enveloping, Mid-Century Modern, wingback lounge chair boasts a striking Silhouette from
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Danish Cabinetmaker Wingback / Lounge Chair, Scroll Arm, Fritz Hansen Style
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Danish Cabinetmaker Wingback / Lounge Chair, Scroll Arm, Fritz Hansen Style
Green velvet wingback
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
H 36 in W 32.5 in D 34 in
Danish Cabinetmaker Wingback / Lounge Chair, Scroll Arm, Flemming Lassen Style
By Flemming Lassen
Located in Stamford, CT
Danish Cabinetmaker Wingback / Lounge Chair, Scroll Arm, Flemming Lassen Style
Chic mid-century
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
H 36 in W 28 in D 34 in
Contemporary 21st Century Upholstered Wingback Lounge Chair
Located in Miami, FL
Contemporary 21st century upholstered wingback lounge chair. Circa 2010s.
Features a simple
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage Leather Wingback Lounge Chair by Kai Bruun
By Kai Bruun, Sesame
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing vintage leather wingback lounge chair designed by Kai Bruun for Sesam Møbler in Denmark
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Danish Velour Wingback Lounge Chairs 1940s, Set of 2
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Velour wingback lounge chairs 1940s, Set of 2
Stunning pair of vintage Danish wingback
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Fritz Hansen, model 8023 wingback lounge chair. Original patinated black leather
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Fritz Hansen, model 8023 wingback lounge chair. Original patinated black leather and oak base. In
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 40.16 in W 31.5 in D 27.56 in
Leather Wingback Lounge Chair by PAUL ROBERT
By Paul Roberts
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Rustic Lodge Suede Leather Wingback Lounge Chair by PAUL ROBERT
Approximate Measurements in Inches
43
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Late 20th Century Rustic Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather, Suede
Mid-Century Modern Style Christopher Guy Square Wingback / Lounge Chair, Silk
By Christopher Guy
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Style Christopher Guy Square Wingback / Lounge Chair, Silk
A sleek fauteuil
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Silk, Lacquer
H 45 in W 33.25 in D 36 in
Wingback Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod Larsen for Fröscher
By Fröscher Sitform, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Ranst, VAN
Wingback lounge chair designed by Ib Kofod Larsen in 1974 for Fröscher KG in Germany. The rosewood
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Rosewood
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian Paolo Buffa Wingback Lounge Chairs
By Paolo Buffa
Located in North York, ON
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian paolo buffa wingback lounge chairs. Iconic paolo buffa
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 38 in W 28 in D 24 in
Bohemian Bend Bamboo Cane Oversized Wingback Lounge Chair Cross Stretchers Base
Located in Miami, FL
Just in Time for the Summer this Sculptural bend Bamboo, Cane and Reed high Wingback Lounge Chair
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Reed, Bamboo, Cane
H 45 in W 28.25 in D 23 in
Danish Adjustable Wingback Lounge Chair in Teak, by Ib KOFOD LARSEN
By Bovenkamp, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in The Hague, NL
Wingback lounge chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in 1954. The chair is reclinable and it can be
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Danish Adjustable Wingback Lounge Chair in Teak, by Ib KOFOD LARSEN
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Bovenkamp
Located in The Hague, NL
Wingback lounge chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in 1954. The chair is reclinable and it can be
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Alvar Aalto Wingback Lounge Chair, circa 1950
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wingback lounge chair, model 36/401 designed by Alvar Aalto in 1933.
Produced by Artek (Finland) in
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech, Plywood
Compatible Pair Danish Cabinetmaker Wingback Lounge Chairs, Fritz Hansen Style
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Compatible Pair Danish Cabinetmaker Wingback Lounge Chairs, Fritz Hansen Style
Pair of similar
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
H 36 in W 32.5 in D 34 in
Pair Mid-Century Modern French Designer Wingback, Lounge Chairs, France, 1970s
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair Mid-Century Modern French Designer Wingback, Lounge Chairs, France, 1970s
Other French
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
H 41.5 in W 31 in D 32 in
Pair French Provincial Country Louis XV Style Upholstered Wingback Lounge Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of French Provincial Country Louis XV Style Upholstered Wingback Lounge Chairs Item features a
Category
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 45 in W 26 in D 19 in
Wingback Lounge Chair with Wooden X-Base, Germany
Located in Chicago, IL
An antique German wingback lounge chair freshly upholstered in a taupe wool-blend fabric with a
Category
Antique 19th Century German Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Fritz Hansen Rare Pair of Wingback Lounge Chairs Model 1582 in Sheepskin, 1930s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Fritz Hansen rare pair of large wingback lounge chairs model 1582 with beech wood frame and
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Beech
H 38.5 in W 26.5 in D 37 in
Pair of Art Deco Wingback Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fantastic pair of art deco, walnut frame, wingback lounge chairs feature high channel backs
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Carlo Wingback Lounge Chair designed by Ib Kofod Larsen 1954
By Gelderland, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Carlo wingback lounge chair designed by Ib Kofod Larsen in 1954, for Carlo Gahrn. In Denmark. This
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Wood, Plywood
Illum Wikkelso for Soren Willadsen Model 110 Wingback Lounge Chair, ca. 1955
By Illum Wikkelsø, Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Illum Wikkelso for Soren Willadsen Model 110 Wingback Lounge Chair, ca. 1955. Exceptional vintage
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pair of Vintage Wingback Lounge Chairs attributed to Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Very elegant dramatic pair of vintage wingback lounge chairs attributed to Edward Wormley. Unmarked
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Danish 1940's Fritz Hansen Style Wingback Lounge Chair in with Open Armrest
By Fritz Hansen, Alfred Christensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool low swung Danish wingback lounge chair very similar to Fritz Hansen's and Alfred
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Elm
H 35.5 in W 25.25 in D 35 in
Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates MCM 2231-C Walnut Wingback Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century 2231-C Walnut Wingback Lounge Chairs - Pair
Each
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 40 in W 34 in D 29 in
George Nelson Early Model '4688' Wingback Lounge Chairs for Herman Miller, 1940s
By George Nelson
Located in Coronado, CA
A stunning and exceptionally uncommon pair of George Nelson model '4688' wingback lounge chairs
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Linen, Wood
H 32.5 in W 29.5 in D 30.5 in
Italian Mid-Century Wingback Lounge Chair, Italy 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
wingback lounge chair is a prime example of form’s marriage to function.
With a clear preoccupation with
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish Mid Century Modern, Papa Bear Wingback Lounge Chair in Teak, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Svend Skipper
Located in Odense, DK
A wonderful Mid Century Modern "Papa Bear" wingback lounge chair, crafted by a Danish cabinetmaker
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 39.38 in W 33.86 in D 33.86 in
Vintage Tufted Leather Chesterfield Wingback Lounge Chair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Chesterfield style wingback fireside chair, club chair, or lounge chair
USA, Late 20th
Category
Late 20th Century American Chesterfield Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather
Kay Otto Fisker Wingback Lounge Chair
By Kay Fisker
Located in San Francisco, CA
Kay Otto Fisker design wing chair, newly refinished and upholstered in Maharam Nanna Ditzel wool. A
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Elm
1970s Leather Wingback Lounge Chair, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use
- The wooden parts have been repolished.
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Tufted Leather Chesterfield Wingback Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Chesterfield style wingback fireside chairs, club chairs, or lounge chairs
USA
Category
Late 20th Century American Chesterfield Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather
Mid Century Danish Style Wingback Lounge Chair
Located in Esperance, NY
For sale is this very nice vintage wingback arm chair. The chair has a great design and is very
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
ISA Bergamo Wingback Lounge Chair With Ottoman
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Miami, FL
ISA Bergamo High Back Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Italy 1950s.
Original Genova Velvet, in good
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Eva & Nils Koppel Wingback Lounge Chair 1947
By Eva & Niels Koppel
Located in Handewitt, DE
Eva & Nils Koppel wing back lounge chair, designed 1947 for Slagelse Møbelværk Denmark. Prod. a
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Frits Henningsen Danish Wingback Lounge Chair, c. 1940's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
A handsome Danish mid-century wingback chair, designed by furniture maker and designer Frits
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Scandinavian Modern Reclining Wingback Lounge Chair H W Klein for Bramin Mobler
By H.W. Klein, Bramin Mobler
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Scandinavian Modern reclining wingback lounge chair by H.W. Klein for Bramin
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 40 in W 30.5 in D 32 in
Hans Wegner 'Ap-15' Wingback Lounge Chair in Teak and Fabric, Denmark, 1951
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Hellouw, NL
Hans Wegner is one of the great Danish design masters and this rare AP-15 wingback lounge chair is
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 39.38 in W 30.32 in D 32.29 in
Mid-Century Scandinavian Design Wingback Lounge Chair Set, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Design wingback Lounge Chair set of 2. Made in Denmark
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 40.56 in W 27.96 in D 33.47 in
Fritz Hansen Model 1582 Wingback Lounge Chair Danish Mid-Century
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool low swung wing back lounge chair made by Fritz Hansen in Copenhagen, Denmark as model
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Kurt Ostervig Danish Modern Sculptural Wingback Lounge Chair
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Stunning and rare Kurt Ostervig Wingback Chair for Rolschau Mobler. Recently upholstered. Solid
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Danish 1940s Wingback Lounge Chair with Open Armrests
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Stunning classic Danish high back lounge chair from the 1940s in the style of Fritz Hansen with
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Danish Wingback Lounge Chair in Original Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, pine , leather, Denmark, 1950s
This lounge chair is in beautiful patinated and
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Pine, Leather
Danish High Wingback Lounge Chair in Red Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Easy chair, beech, fabric, Denmark, 1950s
Beautiful, organic armchair designed made in Denmark
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Danish Modern Leather Wingback Lounge Chair with Footstool
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Leather Danish lounge chair with footstool, circa 1960's. High wing back on lounger provides
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Danish Wingback Lounge Chair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Easy chair, red fabric, beech, Denmark, 1950s
This lovely and comfortable Danish chair feature
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
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Wingback Lounge Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the wingback lounge chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A wingback lounge chair — often made from wood, fabric and animal skin — can elevate any home. There are 444 variations of the antique or vintage wingback lounge chair you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer wingback lounge chair, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A wingback lounge chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made wingback lounge chair over the years, but those crafted by Adrian Pearsall, Børge Mogensen and Fritz Hansen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Wingback Lounge Chair?
Prices for a wingback lounge chair start at $1 and top out at $42,988 with the average selling for $4,500.
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.
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Questions About Wingback Lounge Chair
- 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.
- What is a lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024A lounge chair is a type of recliner that is often accompanied by an ottoman as a footrest. It’s merely a comfortable armchair, and the shapes of lounge chairs as well as the materials used to make this kind of seat are extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.
Similar to recliners, there are many styles of lounge chairs. On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
- What is a chaise lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A chaise longue chair — or “chaise lounge,” as it is sometimes called in America — is a reclining upholstered sofa that is long enough to support one's legs. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chaise lounge chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What are lounge chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a variety of names that a lounge chair can be called, like chaise, daybed and settee to name a few. Lounge chairs add a classic touch to any décor. You can shop a collection of lounge chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What makes a lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Not allowing for deviation, a lounge chair is defined as an armless recliner that is paired with an ottoman and designed for relaxing. It is not a reclining chair and it is not an armchair. This is an interesting category where it’s more about the purpose of the chair than the actual design when you get down to it. Shop a collection of lounge chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- How long is a lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024How long a lounge chair is varies. However, they are generally longer than other types of chairs to accommodate a user's feet in an outstretched position. Most lounge chairs are between 73 and 80 inches long. Shop a diverse assortment of lounge chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a sling lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A sling lounge chair is a chair formed of metal or wooden frame to which a piece of flexible material is loosely fitted. It is used to relax while the sitter remains engaged in an activity such as reading a book or having a conversation. Find a variety of vintage and antique sling lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
- Are lounge chairs comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Whether lounge chairs are comfortable or not is a matter of personal opinion. However, providing a comfortable place to sit is the main function of a lounge chair. After all, the addition of the footrest makes it possible to kick up your feet and relax. Many makers design lounge chairs with comfort in mind, adding features like cushioning and/or ergonomic backrests and seats. Explore a wide variety of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023A fancy lounge chair is sometimes called a chaise lounge. This type of chair has an elongated shape that supports the sitters legs as well as their upper bodies. The name is French and translates to "long chair." On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chaise lounges from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023An indoor lounge chair is sometimes called a chaise longue. However, some people refer to chairs that allow you to elevate your feet while you sit as "lounge chairs," regardless of whether they are indoors or outdoors. Chaise longues differ from recliners, which have moving footrests that can be raised and lowered. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage lounge chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Bedroom lounge chairs are sometimes called chaise longues. The name is French for “long chair” and generally refers to a chair with the length of a sofa and the shape of a chair. It's also acceptable to refer to them simply as lounge chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lounge chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023What a Victorian lounge chair is called depends on its style. A piece that is long and narrow and has a raised headrest on one end and a lower backrest on the other is a fainting couch. Upholstered chairs that have long, extended seats meant for reclining are chaise longues. Find a collection of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the Eames lounge chair is ergonomic. The Eames lounge chair and ottoman are created with molded plywood and leather designed to curve to the human form. The Eames lounge chair is a highly coveted furniture item by both home décor enthusiasts and vintage collectors alike. Shop a selection of Eames lounge chairs on reputable sites, such as 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Opinions vary about what the most comfortable lounge chair in the world is. Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to seating. Generally, lounge chairs that feature cushioning and have ergonomic designs that fit the curves of the human body are comfortable options. One iconic example is the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, which its creators, Charles and Ray Eames, designed to serve as "a special refuge from the strains of modern living." On 1stDibs, find a large collection of lounge chairs.
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