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What era is a wingback chair from?

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What era is a wingback chair from?
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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Shop for Used Leather Wingback Chairs on 1stDibs
Leather Wingback Chair
Located in Delft, NL
A leather wingback chair A late 19th Century wingback chair in raw leather upholstery with dark
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Antique Late 19th Century English Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

George III Style Leather Wingback Chair
Located in New York, NY
George III style leather wingback chair. The chair has its original leather and is worn in some
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Vintage 1920s George III Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair Antique Style Tufted Leather Wingback Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair antique style tufted leather wingback chairs. The chairs have Queen Anne style wood legs
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Vintage 1960s Queen Anne Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Frits Henningsen Style Leather Wingback Chair and Ottoman
By Frits Henningsen
Located in New York, NY
Frits Henningsen style leather wingback chair and ottoman. The chair and ottoman is dark blue
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Oversized Tufted Leather Wingback Chairs, Georgian, Finest Quality
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of oversized tufted leather wingback chairs. Simply the finest custom quality leather bow back
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Mid-20th Century American Georgian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Queen Anne Style Purple Leather Wingback Chair with Nail Heads by Leather Center
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Queen Anne Style Purple Leather Wingback Chair with Nail Heads and Cherry Legs by Leather
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Late 20th Century Unknown Queen Anne Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

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