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What are wingback chairs called?
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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
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Reupholstered Sage Green Scandinavian Wingback Chair
By Børge Mogensen, Parker Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Whether you’re curled up with a good book, streaming the latest binge-worthy TV series, or even cozying up by the fireplace- this charming vintage wingback chair packs plenty of comf...
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
Scandinavian Mordern, Green Velvet Wingback Lounge Chair, 1940s
Located in Rødding, DK
A Danish wingback lounge chair in moss green velvet, circa 1940s.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Great Quality Century Green Leather Wingback Chair and Ottoman
By Century Furniture
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Upholstered in luxurious green leather, the chair features a tall wingback design with rolled arms, deep cushioned seating, and traditional brass nailhead trim that highlights its el...
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Vintage 1960s American Chippendale Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
$1,516 Sale Price / set
20% Off
1970s, Danish wingback chair, original upholstery, green furniture wool.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish wingback chair. Original very good condition: no smells and no stains.
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
$1,180 Sale Price
20% Off
English 19th C. Hide/Jaguar Green Mohair Wingback Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of late 19th Century English wingback chairs have been refreshed using new off-white hide and Jaguar green mohair upholstery and the original hand carved Mahogany claw/ball fee...
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Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Wingback Chairs
Materials
Hide, Mohair, Mahogany
Scandinavian Mid-Century Wingback Lounge Chair in Green Velvet, 1950s
Located in Rødding, DK
A Scandinavian mid-century wingback lounge chair, 1940s–1950s, in deep forest green velvet.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
