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Pair of English Colonial Peacock & Floral Decorated Wing Back Chairs 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Ask About Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Reliable Professional Service & Fully Insured*** Pair of English Colonial Peacock & Floral Decorated Wing Back Chairs 20thC Measures -...
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20th Century British Colonial Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Upholstery

Mid-Century Lounge Charis in Sheepskin/Shearling and Stained Wood, Sweden, 1962
By Erik Worts
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
These two wonderfully crafted chairs were made in Sweden 1962 and design by Erik Wörts. The chairs made in stained birch and sheepskin has been redone both in the wooden part as well...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Sheepskin, Birch

Oak & Sheepskin Wingback Chairs, Denmark Circa 1950
By Alfred Christensen
Located in Culver City, CA
Oak & Sheepskin Wingback Chairs Denmark Circa 1950 Design By Alfred Christensen 31" W x 35" D x 39" H x 17" Seat
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1950s Danish Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Frits Henningsen, High Wingback chair, 1935
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare Frits Henningsen high wingback chair upholstered with black natural leather, fitted with buttons. Detailed curving legs of mahogany. Designed 1935, made by cabinetmaker Frit...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Vintage Frits Henningsen, High Wingback chair, 1935
Frits Henningsen, High Wingback chair, 1935
H 45.67 in W 27.17 in D 38.98 in
Leather Devon Style Wing Chair with Brass Nail Head Trim
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A large and comfortable Cordovan leather shapely Devon style wing chair. The large back with flared wings with a loos leather cushion seat with brass nail head trim. The exposed legs...
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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Brass

XXL Monumental Wingback Armchair in Walnut and Bouclé Fabric, France 1930s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Almelo, NL
Large monumental midcentury wingback armchair in walnut and re-upholstered bouclé fabric, France 1930s. This monumental Xl size armchair - lounge chair would make an eye-catching add...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Walnut

Midcentury Pair of Armchairs in Walnut by Paolo Buffa for Framar Made in Italy
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Pair of wingback armchairs by Paolo Buffa with a wood frame in walnut and reupholstered in Italian blue wool. Paolo Buffa is an Italian designer and architect. He is one of the most...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Wool, Walnut

English Queen Anne Style Upholstered & Mahogany Fireside Wingback Chair 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An English Queen Anne style fireside wingback chair offers upholstery with citrus and leaf design, raised on mahogany legs, 20th century Measures - 44"h x 33"w x 24.5"d
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20th Century Queen Anne Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Chippendale Style Back Wing Chair
Located in New York, NY
The Chippendale style carved mahogany back wing chair has approximate dimensions of 44 inches in height, 32 inches in width, and 35 inches in depth. The seat height is adjustable, a...
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20th Century American Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Vintage Chippendale Style Back Wing Chair
Chippendale Style Back Wing Chair
H 44 in W 32 in D 35 in
Queen Anne Mahogany Fireside Upholstered Wingback Chair, 20th Century
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Queen Anne style fireside wingback chair offers upholstered chair with scroll form arms and raised on mahogany cabriole legs terminating in pad feet, 20th Century. Measures- 45'...
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20th Century Queen Anne Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Mahogany, Upholstery

PAIR OF WILLIAM MORRIS CHESTERFIELD TUFTED WiNGBACK BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIRS
By William Morris (English), Chesterfield
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of vintage, William Morris flat top arm Chesterfield Whisky brown leather fully restored ...
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20th Century English Victorian Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather

Unique leather wingback armchair with wooden details
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this beautiful leather wingback armchair finished with stunning wooden legs and decorative nails. This gem has aged beautifully, with its patina and signs of use telling it...
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20th Century Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Cowhide, Leather

Unique patinated leather wingback armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this beautiful leather wingback armchair finished with stunning wooden legs and decorative nails. This gem has aged beautifully, with its patina and signs of use telling it...
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20th Century Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Cowhide, Leather

Unique patinated leather wingback armchair
Unique patinated leather wingback armchair
H 44.49 in W 32.29 in D 34.65 in
EXQUISITE SPANISH WiNGBACK ARMCHAIR WITH ALLIGATOR CROCODILE LEATHER UPHOLSTERY
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, vintage Spanish Wingback armchair with rare Alligator Crocodile upholstery Please note the ...
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20th Century Spanish Georgian Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather

Vintage Brown Leather Wingback Chesterfield Armchairs, Denmark circa 1960-70
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, brown leather Chesterfield wingback club chairs in vintage brown leather. Indented wings, cabriolet feet, buttons and nail head trim in place. Vintage leather reflects typical...
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Late 20th Century Danish Chesterfield Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather

Set of 4 Chairs in Pine, by a Swedish Cabinetmaker, Scandinavian Modern, 1960s
By Sven Larsson, Axel Einar Hjorth, Carl Malmsten, Roland Wilhelmsson
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful set of 4 sculptural dining chairs in solid pine with a fine carved heart in the backrest. Handcrafted by a Swedish Cabinetmaker in 1960s. These dining chairs have a stron...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Pine

Orkney Island Midcentury Scottish Canopy Chair with Hand Woven Straw Back
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Scottish Orkney Island canopy chair from the mid 20th century with handwoven straw hooded back, rush seat, open serpentine arms, tapered legs and side stretchers. A charming Scotti...
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Mid-20th Century Scottish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Straw, Wood

Fine Quality Burgundy Leather nail Head Trim Chippendale Mahogany Wingchair
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Measures 40.5 tall x 29 wide x 30 deep and seat height of 15.5. Dates to the 1960s era and is American made.
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1960s American Chippendale Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Beautiful large wingback chair made of sheepskin leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this beautiful large wingback chair made of sheepskin leather with uniquely beautiful colors and equipped with a fixed seat cushion. Apart from a few minimal signs of use,...
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Late 20th Century Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather, Sheepskin

Beautiful and especially comfortable wingback chair made of sheepskin leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this beautiful and especially comfortable wingback chair made of sheepskin leather with stunning, warm cognac brown colors, and finished with decorative nail heads. Featur...
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Late 20th Century Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather, Sheepskin

Large Sheepskin Leather Wingback Armchair with a Fixed Seat Cushion
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this large sheepskin leather wingback armchair with a fixed seat cushion and a stunning patina. This extremely comfortable armchair, in very good condition, provides the s...
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Mid-20th Century Classical Roman Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather, Sheepskin

Exaggerated Butterfly Back Wing Chair, Circa 1940
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Rochester, NY
Exaggerated butterfly back wing chair w/ tapered mahogany legs / brass tacking at wood accented rolled arms & top of front legs / original floral design textured cotton linen uphols...
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1940s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Brass

Danish 1940s Midcentury Fritz Hansen Style High Back Lounge Chair Open Armrests
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic Danish very comfortable high back armchair from the 1940s in the style of Fritz Hansen and Alfred Christensen with open armrests in beautiful stained beech. Nice slim elegant...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Wool, Beech

VINTAGE OXBLOOD CLAW & BALL FEET DAMASK LEATHER WiNGBACK ARMCHAIR & FOOTSTOOL
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning English Oxblood leather with Majestic Damask Gold leather pattern Wingback armchair and matchi...
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20th Century English Victorian Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather

LUXURY PAIR OF CONTEMPORARY GREY BLUE LEATHER WINGBACK ARMCHAIRS EBONISED LEGs
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of contemporary heritage greyish blue leather wingback armchairs with ebonised turned leg...
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20th Century English Victorian Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather

2 French Louis XVI Walnut Bergere Fauteuil Library Lounge Wingback Armchairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Two vintage French Louis XVI style club / lounge / library arm chairs. Made of walnut featuring wingback design with high arms, carved with floral / foliate accents, Queen Anne legs...
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Late 20th Century Louis XVI Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Irresistible old sheep leather wingback armchair with the most beautiful colors
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This stunning unique gem has it all. Its size, the condition it's in, and of course, its unparalleled appearance. In addition to all these visual features, it's also incredibly comfo...
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1950s Romantic Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather, Sheepskin

Frederick Edward Georgian Style Upholstered Wingback Lounge Arm Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Frederick Edward Georgian Style Wingback Lounge Arm Chairs with Cherry Wood Legs - a Pair. Made in America with Pink, Green, and Beige Upholstery. Circa Late 20th Century. Me...
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Late 20th Century Georgian Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Fabric, Cherry

Vintage Hendrixsons Regency style leather wing chairs/a pair
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a pair of vintage regency style leather wing back chairs. This pair of leather chairs have brass hobnails around the edges with a clean regency style tapered leg. These vinta...
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1990s American Regency Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather

Vintage Thayer Coggin Oversized Upholstered Wing Chair
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Vintage Thayer Coggin Oversized Upholstered Wing Chair. Featuring an oversized wing chair design, originally upholstery, and modern legs! This is an exceptional...
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Late 20th Century American Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Upholstery

Pair English Georgian Style Tan Leather Wingback Armchairs
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1950 Pair Georgian style tan leather wingback armchairs Brass studded with excellent colour and form Price is for the pair Measures: W76 x D64 x H97 cm.
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1950s English Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather

Pair of Fine Carved Mahogany Cream Silk Like Upholstery Regency Fire Side Chairs
By Henredon, Hickory Chair Furniture Company, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Fine Carved Rounded Backs Mahogany Cream Silk Like Upholstery Regency Fire Side Chairs MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Grosfeld House French Wingback Armchair
By Grosfeld House
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Mid Century Grosfeld Ho...
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Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Fruitwood, Cotton, Damask

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 adjusted in three positions, as seen in the pictures. The chairs have been reupholste...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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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 adjusted in three positions, as seen in the pictures. The chairs have been reupholste...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Wool, Teak

Mid 20th century leather wingback armchair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century leather wingback armchair circa 1950. Great proportions on this leather wingback chair.  Deep red colour with studwork to the arm, removable seat cushion with butto...
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Mid-20th Century English Georgian Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Mid 20th century leather wingback armchair
Mid 20th century leather wingback armchair
H 44.5 in W 32.25 in D 30 in
Vintage Camel Colored Leather Wingback Armchair, Denmark circa 1940
Located in Round Top, TX
Vintage brown leather wingback arm chair with classic nail head trim resting on cabriolet feet. Carmel colored leather shows stains to seat, some cracking at center lower back. Sold ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Chesterfield Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Vintage Wingback Chair in Cognac Leather, C. 1950s
By Edward Wormley
Located in Westport, CT
Step into mid-century luxury with our meticulously restored Vintage Wingback Chair, reminiscent of Edward Wormley's iconic style for Dunbar in the 1950s. Painstakingly revived and re...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Timeless cognac-colored English cowhide Chesterfield wingback armchair in good c
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this comfortable and timeless cognac-colored English cowhide Chesterfield wingback armchair in good condition. This beautiful cowhide wingback armchair is in good condition...
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20th Century British Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Cowhide, Leather

Børge Mogensen Wingback Chair and Ottoman, Model 2202 / 2204, Original Leather
By Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Børge Mogensen wingback chair and ottoman original upholstered with black leather. Legs of stained wood. Model 2202 and 2204, made by Fredericia Furniture.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather

Italian Wingback Club Chairs, Gio Ponti, Sheepskin, Danish Wool Tweed, Shearling
By Mogens Lassen, Fritz Hansen, Gio Ponti
Located in Mckinney, TX
Meet Giovanni…it’s not just what’s on the outside, but what’s on the inside that counts. Except in this case. It ALL counts. How can anyone resist a good looking Italian. These fabu...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Sheepskin, Wool

Italian Renaissance Style Carved Wingback Upholstered Armchair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Italian Renaissance Style Carved Wingback Upholstered Armchair. Item features a solid carved wood frame, carved rolled arms, original label. Circa late 20th Century. Measurements: 44...
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Late 20th Century Renaissance Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Wood

Vintage Olive Green Leather Wingback Armchair, Denmark circa 1960
Located in Round Top, TX
Vintage olive green leather George III style wingback arm chair with classic nail head trim, rolled arms and dramatic high back. Sold in vintage used condition. Frame is solid/stable...
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Mid-20th Century Danish George III Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Rare Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Oak&Purple Fabric High Wing Chair
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This rare, modernist wing chair was manufactured in Denmark during the 1950s. It seamlessly combines classic aesthetics with functionality. The wide, profiled backrest ensures comfor...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Fabric, Oak

Large and very comfortable wingback armchair made of sheep leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this large and very comfortable wingback armchair made of premium sheep leather and finished with a luxurious nail and black piping combination. This beautiful large and v...
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1980s Romantic Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather, Sheepskin

COMFORTABLE ViNTAGE RESTORED BROWN LEATHER TUFTED CHESTERFIELD WINGBACK ARMCHAIR
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored vintage Chesterfield tufted Cigar brown leather wingback armchair. Please note...
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20th Century English Chesterfield Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather

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 open armrests in beautifully carved stained beech. Nice slim elegant silhouette very c...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Wool, Beech

Sheepskin Wing Chair attributed to Marta Blomstedt for Hotel Aulanko
By Märta Blomstedt
Located in London, GB
Marta Blomstedt (attributed) Hotel Aulanko Wing chair, 1930s Iconic wing chair attributed to Finnish architect Marta Blomstedt for the foyer of the Hotel Aulanko in Hameenlinna, Fin...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Sheepskin, Elm

Chair Wingback Swedish 20th Century Brown Tufted, Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Chair wingback Swedish 20th century brown tufted, Sweden. A larger wingback chair made during the 20th century in Sweden. Upholstered in a brown leather with a tufted back. Square wo...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Wood

Lucien Rollin Collection for William Switzer Leather Wingback Armchair
By Lucien Rollin
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Lucien Rollin Collection for William Switzer Leather Wingback Armchair
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1990s Canadian Art Deco Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Fine Georgian Style Upholstered Wing Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very well made classic wing chair with tall back and scrolled arms. The mahogany frame with carved square front legs, square splayed back legs and H and back stretchers. Upholstere...
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20th Century American Georgian Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Original Genuine restored Featherston contour armchair R160 Kvadrat Hallingdale
By Grant Featherston
Located in PORT MELBOURNE, AU
Product Description Title: Well what can we say about this Featherston contour chair R160. This is an original fully restored armchair that is an iconic Australian and rare MCM piece...
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1960s Australian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Plywood

Very rugged wingback armchair made of cognac-colored sheep leather
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this very rugged yet comfortable wingback armchair made of cognac-colored sheep leather finished with decorative nail heads. Despite its rugged appearance, this is still...
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1990s Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather, Sheepskin

Luxurious large sheep leather wingback armchair with beautiful colors and patina
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this beautiful and luxurious large sheep leather wingback armchair with stunning colors and amazing patina finished with decorative nail heads. For those seeking a comfo...
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1990s Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather, Sheepskin

Danish Deluxe pair of Anita armchairs fully restored soft Italian leather
By Danish Deluxe
Located in PORT MELBOURNE, AU
Product Description Title: Danish Deluxe was founded in Melbourne in the 1950s and is responsible for designing and manufacturing high-end Danish styled furniture with an Australian ...
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1960s Australian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Polystyrene

Single armchair Danish Deluxe Eros Swan chair fully restored purple Kvadrat wool
By Danish Deluxe
Located in PORT MELBOURNE, AU
Product Description Title: Danish Deluxe was founded in Melbourne in the 1950s and is responsible for designing and manufacturing high-end Danish styled furniture with an Australian ...
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1960s Australian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Polystyrene

Lovely large sheepskin leather wingback armchair with very good seating comfort
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this lovely large and charming sheepskin leather wingback armchair with very good seating comfort. If you are looking for a wingback armchair, you are probably searching f...
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1980s Classical Roman Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Leather, Sheepskin

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Oscar Nilsson, Sweden 1960’s
By Oscar Nilsson
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
Pair of 2 spectacular lounge armchairs with varnished oak frame and pink purple striped fabric upholstery, loose sitting cushions. The mastery of Swedish architect Oscar Nilsson, ari...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Velvet, Oak

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Oscar Nilsson, Sweden 1960’s
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Oscar Nilsson, Sweden 1960’s
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H 43.31 in W 29.13 in D 25.59 in
Vintage Armchair Designed by Paolo Buffa, 1960s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Italy - Made of teak wood, original upholstery - Partially restored - Good condition.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Vintage Armchair Designed by Paolo Buffa, 1960s
Vintage Armchair Designed by Paolo Buffa, 1960s
H 34.65 in W 27.96 in D 29.14 in
Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko, Finnish Mid-Century Modern, Lounge Chair, Shearling
By Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Located in Stamford, CT
Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko, Finnish Mid-Century Modern, Lounge Chair, Shearling, Lacquered Wood A 'Laila' armchair designed by Ilmari Lappalainen for Asko in Finland circa 1950s. The ...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

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Sheepskin, Lacquer

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Vintage Wingback Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of vintage wingback chairs available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and animal skin, all vintage wingback chairs available were constructed with great care. Vintage wingback chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Georgian vintage wingback chairs are consistently popular styles. Many vintage wingback chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Fritz Hansen, Hans J. Wegner and Børge Mogensen produced popular vintage wingback chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Vintage Wingback Chairs?

Prices for vintage wingback chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, vintage wingback chairs begin at $1 and can go as high as $79,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,150.

Finding the Right Wingback Chairs for You

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, from mid-century modern spinoffs 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).

Shop the most innovative versions of wingback chairs today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Vintage Wingback Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Wingback 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether 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, 2023
    Wingback 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, 2022
    The 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, 2023
    There 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.

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