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What is the difference between an armchair and an easy chair?
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The difference between an armchair and an easy chair lies in the specificity of the terms. In living room furniture nomenclature, an armchair is any upholstered chair framed by a pair of arms. The term easy chair usually refers to a large armchair with comfortable cushioning. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of easy chairs and other armchairs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
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Carl Malmsten for O.H. Sjögren 'Farmor' Armchair in Honey Sheepskin, 1950s
Located in Prague, New Town
'Farmor' armchair, designed by Carl Malmsten in 1956. Produced by O.H. Sjögren in Sweden, 1950s. Newly upholstered in honey sheepskin.
Dimensions:
Height: 103 cm / 40.55 in
Width: 7...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Kerstin Hörlin-Homquist ‘Skrindan’ Armchair in Light Sheepskin, 1960s
Located in Prague, New Town
‘Skrindan’ armchair, designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Homquist in 1963. Produced by OPE Möbler in Sweden, 1960s. Made from stained beech, removable pillows and armrests are newly upholster...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Pair of Vintage Big Armchairs Burgundy Plum Velvet, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Very comfortable armchair from the 1960s. Produced probably in France. A beautiful representative of Art Deco. Furniture with a massive construction, have a comfortable seat on sprin...
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Set of 2 Hollywood Regency Swivel Armchairs in Rose Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Infused with the glamour of 1930s Palm Springs, this pair of swivel armchairs—clad in sumptuous rose‑hued velvet—brings instant drama to any room. Their gracefully flared backs and r...
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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Customizable Hollywood Regency Style Swivel Armchair in Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Elevate your living space with this sophisticated Lounge Chair, a true embodiment of refined design. Upholstered in sumptuously soft Novy blue velvet and supported by a practical swi...
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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Semo Armchair in Green by Merve Kahraman, Burl Wood Upholstery White Stitching
Located in New York, NY
Semo Armchair by Merve Kahraman
High polished burl wood veneer and green upholstery with white colored stitching.
28" W x 29" D x 38" H
SEMO is the perfect armchair for the ultima...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Burl
$5,200 Sale Price
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