English Georgian Mahogany Barrel Back Armchair
Located in Staffordshire, GB
English Georgian mahogany barrel back armchair circa 1830. Georgian mahogany barrel back armchair, lovely shape size and proportions in this hard to find example.
Velvet, Mahogany
$14,000 / set
19th Century Gustavian Barrel Back Armchairs
Located in Allerum, SE
Fine early 19th century Gustavian barrel back armchairs in their original condition. ca 1810 Stockholm, Sweden.
Pine
Early 19th Century Barrel Back Armchair
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An elegant and comfortable English Regency period barrel back armchair, raised on square tapered legs with brass caps and castors.
Upholstery, Wood
19th Century Swedish Provincial Barrel Back Armchair
Located in Allerum, SE
Rare 19th century Swedish provincial barrel back armchair in it's original finish. ca 1800 Sweden.
Pine
Traditional, Cane, Walnut, Barrel Back Armchair, USA, 1980s
Located in Stamford, CT
Traditional, Cane, Walnut, Barrel Back Armchair, USA, 1980s A single barrel back walnut and cane armchair designed and produced in the second half the 20th century.
Cane, Walnut
Pair Of Custom Upholstered Wide Barrel Back Armchairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of custom upholstered wide barrel back armchairs with serpentine front, manchettes and resting on fluted cabriole legs.
Fabric, Polyester, Wood
Georgian barrel back armchair upholstered in recycled cotton fabric
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very Rare Georgian period barrel back armchair. The size and shape make this the perfect everyday seat.
Beech
$3,831 / item
Modern Barrel Back Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
With an elegant silhouette inspired by a French antique. The chair adds classic warmth and a note of luxe with its slender frame in Champagne Gold and rust-colored mohair fabric with...
Metal
Antique Italian Channeled Barrel Back Armchair with Walnut Legs in Mohair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Italian Oversized Channeled Barrel Back Armchair with Turned Walnut Legs in Mohair This lounge chair with its channeled wing back design would be a distinctive accent chair ...
Mohair, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Early 19th Century French Folk Art Barrel-Back Armchair
Located in Chicago, IL
Experience the captivating allure of this rare early 19th-century French Folk Art walnut barrel-back armchair, a true testament to the craftsmanship and creativity of its time.
Walnut
$3,540 / item
Mid Century Barrel Back Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
This exquisite piece combines classic design with contemporary flair, making it a standout addition to any room. Upholstered in luxurious taupe leather, it offers both comfort and s...
Metal
Fine 19th Century Gustavian Barrel Back Armchair
Located in Allerum, SE
Rare 19th century late Gustavian barrel back chair in it's original condition with lion paw back feet and lion heads, attributed to master chair maker Carl Christoffer Gjorwell (1766...
Wood
Regency Style Mahogany Rolling Barrel Back Armchair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This antique, early 20th century, Regency style barrel-back tub chair features a mahogany frame with spindle center that stands elegantly on slim square tapered legs with out swept b...
Brass
Antique Scottish Oak Barrel-Back Armchair, c.1920
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A finely crafted antique oak armchair with a distinctive barrel-shaped backrest, most likely originating from Scotland around the 1920s.
Oak
A Pair of Swedish 19th Century Barrel Back Armchairs
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of 19th century Swediish barrel back chairs in cream/ white paint finish and upholstered in neutral linen. Rounded form, detailed bell flowers carvings on hand rest and carved,...
Linen, Wood, Paint
Vintage Pair Baker Style Barrel Back Armchairs in Cream Lacquer
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stylish pair of armchairs. While unmarked, the chairs are reminiscent of Baker production of the late 1960's. Excellent Restored Condition. The price noted is for the pair of chair...
Wood, Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Molded Plywood Barrel Back Armchair New Upholstery.
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Unusual mid-century modern molded plywood desk chair possibly after H. Wegner.
Upholstery, Oak, Plywood
$799Sale Price / set|71% Off
Pair of Hollywood Regency Carved Barrel Back Armchairs
By William Billy Haines
Located in East Freetown, MA
Hollywood Regency pair of carved barrel back side chairs. Chairs have satin covered cushions.
Wood
Barrel Back Armchair in Wool, England circa 1900
Located in Culver City, CA
England, 1900 Newly upholstered in 100% wool by Holland & Sherry on lions claw legs. 32”w x 34”d x 45”h x 14”seat Ref. CHAIR1325 $ 8,200
Wool
Pair of Custom Barrel-Back Armchairs in Leopard Velvet
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous pair of barrel-back cutout armchairs in custom leopard velvet.
Velvet, Wood
Exceptional Danish Cabinetmaker Barrel Back Armchair in Floral Damask, 1920s
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptional wingback chair was designed and produced by a master cabinetmaker in Denmark in the 1920s. Its design offers an intriguing combination of the antique English barrel ...
Fabric, Damask, Upholstery, Birch
$7,480Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Antique Italian Open Barrel-Back Armchairs with Leather Seats
Located in San Francisco, CA
Each with sloping in-curved crest rail over vertical spiral-carved stiles; joining a u-shaped tight seat above a reeded apron all raised on cabriole supports joined by a carved x-for...
Leather, Wood
$15,000 / set
19th Century Gustavian Barrel Back Chairs
By Ephraim Stahl
Located in Allerum, SE
Fine early 19th century Gustavian barrel back armchairs in their original condition.
Pine
Art Deco Pair of Armchairs and Table, France, circa 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Stunning Art Deco set of two deep, barrel-back armchairs with a matching round side table.
Oxblood Leather Baker Furniture Chesterfield Porters Barrel Armchair
By Chesterfield, Baker Furniture Company
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this stunning original Baker Furniture Oxblood leather porters barrel back armchair A very good looking decorative and comfortable armchair, the leather is sof...
Leather
Gold Gilt Faux Bamboo Arm Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
The very stylish Chinese Chippendale style faux bamboo barrel back armchair has a woven caned back and seat and a rubbed gilt finish.
Faux Bamboo, Cane
Early Art Deco Modern White Oak Armchair in the style Josef Hoffmann
By Judith Hoffman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
An exceptional example of early 20th-century avant-garde Bauhaus inspired design, this barrel-back armchair showcases signature form, balance, and linear rhythm made famous by Josef ...
Oak
$2,080Sale Price / item|20% Off
Haga, Gustavian Style Armchair
By Ephraim Stahl
Located in Allerum, SE
HAGA, a fine reproduction Gustavian barrel back armchair is influenced by a Gustavian armchair from our private collection that is attributed to Stockholm master Ephraim Stahl, (1767...
Beech
Modern Contemporary Textured Barrel Back Dining Armchairs – 4
Located in Chicago, IL
Modern Contemporary Textured Barrel Back Dining Armchairs in Black Vinyl – Set of 4 Stylish modern barrel back dining armchairs featuring a sculptural open-arm design with textured ...
Metal
Pair Of Hollywood Regency Barrel Back Pleated Armchairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The pair features exposed black lacquered maple frames that taper down to brass capped feet. The upholstered barrel backs are upheld by the back legs creating a dramatic silhouette.
Brass
Pair of Antique Leather Barrel Back Wing Armchairs
Located in London, GB
An outstanding pair of antique leather barrel back wing armchairs. They were made in England and date from the early twentieth century, likely around the 1920-30’s.
Leather, Wood
George III Barrel Back Linen & feather Upholstered Armchair
Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire
A George III barrel back chair. Upholstered in a lovely grey linen with interior tub-back wings and elegant hand stitches decoration to the seams. Displaying out-scrolled arms and a ...
Linen
$3,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Brass Cantilevered Armchairs with Barrel Backs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chicago, IL
Excellent design and incredible comfort, these cantilevered armchairs are very much like designs Milo Baughman produced for Thayer Coggin. The brass bar is of good weight and the cen...
Brass
Barreled Back Wherry Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
A unique armchair with an enveloping raked barrel back made from the ship-lapped hull of a wherry boat, retaining its historic scumble surface.
Wood
$3,931 / item
Georgian Barrel Back Wingchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A wonderful George III style barrel back wingchair with top-grain Vintage Havana Leather, a tufted upholstery barrel backrest with winged sides, rolled arms and a padded seat. Finish...
Leather
Pair Dimond Pattern Velvet Upholstery Barrel Shape Back Fireside Armchairs MINT!
By Drexel, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Dimond Pattern Velvet Upholstery Barrel Shape Back Fireside armchairs MINT!.
Upholstery
Classic Set of 4 McGuire Whitewashed Handcrafted Barrel Back Rattan Armchairs
By McGuire
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic set of 4 McGuire barrel back whitewashed rattan armchairs having stylish newly upholstered seats in a striking cotton decorated with Chinese blue and white vases against red ...
Cotton, Rattan
$3,106 / item
Red Leather Barrel Back Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Upholstered in rich, top-grain red leather, its elegantly curved barrel back is adorned with deep button tufting, exuding timeless sophistication. Set on turned, tapered, and fluted...
Leather, Wood
$3,879 / item
Georgian Barrel Back Jute Wingchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A wonderful George III style barrel back wingchair with top-grain vintage cigar colored leather, a tufted upholstery barrel backrest with winged sides, rolled arms and a padded seat ...
Leather
PAIR OF HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER DAVENPORT BARREL BACK CHESTERFIELD ARMCHAIRs
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of, fully restored hand, dyed cigar leather English tub or club Davenport armchairs with Th...
Leather, Hardwood
Antique Fluted Back Early Victorian circa 1840 Porters Wingback Barrel Armchair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning early Victorian Porters barrel back armchair with fluted back This chair a real tour de force, is has absolutely everything going...
Upholstery
Ralph Lauren Blue Barrel Back Chair
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Round back arm chair by Ralph Lauren in a deep blue fabric with diamond pattern. High arms and wood feet. Please confirm location with vendor NY or NJ
Fabric
$2,000 / set
Pair Mid-Century Barrel Back Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of vintage modern arm chairs with tufted backs. Round back design with walnut wood trim and legs. Please confirm location with vendor NY or NJ
Fabric, Walnut
Lucite and Velvet Barrel Back Chair
Located in South Salem, NY
A 1970s lucite barrel back chair reupholstered in gray velvet. This chair is heavy for its size. Some wear to the lucite including a few scratches. Wear consistent with age and use. ...
Lucite
$4,581 / item
Georgian Barrel Back Wingchair, Chateau Blue
Located in Westwood, NJ
A wonderful George III style barrel back wingchair with top-grain Chateau blue colored leather, a tufted upholstery barrel backrest with winged sides, rolled arms and a padded seat. ...
Leather
Pair of Sublime Hand Dyed Barrel Back Tub Armchairs in Brown Leather Comfortable
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of hand made in England brown leather barrel back tub armchairs. A very well made pair, they have mahogany frames, the leather ...
Leather, Hardwood
$6,564 / set
Pair of Green Leather Barrel Back Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
Upholstered in rich, top-grain British Green leather, its elegantly curved barrel back is adorned with deep button tufting, exuding timeless sophistication. Set on turned, tapered, ...
Leather, Wood
$6,564 / set
Pair of Brown Leather Barrel Back Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
Upholstered in rich, top-grain Newark Brown leather, its elegantly curved barrel back is adorned with deep button tufting, exuding timeless sophistication. Set on turned, tapered, a...
Leather, Wood
McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Barrel-Back Dining Chair
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A beautifully crafted well-preserved McGuire barrel back dining chair, desk chair, games chair, or arm chair featuring one of McGuire's most sought after and rare designs. The chair ...
Brass
$6,564 / set
Pair of Tan Saddle Leather Barrel Back Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
Upholstered in rich, top-grain Tan Brown leather, its elegantly curved barrel back is adorned with deep button tufting, exuding timeless sophistication. Set on turned, tapered, and ...
Leather, Wood
$9,314 / set
Pair of Barrel-Back Lounge Chairs, France, 1930s
By Jean Pascaud
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Drawn with the quiet confidence of a single, unbroken line, this pair of French barrel-back lounge chairs distills the spirit of 1930s design into a composition of curved mass and at...
Leather, Walnut, Fabric
ANTIQUE FLUTED BACK VICTORIAN CIRCA 1890 PORTERS WINDBACK BARREL ARMCHAiR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning Victorian Circa 1880 Porters barrel back armchair with fluted back in Damask upholstery Plea...
Upholstery, Hardwood
FINE ANTIQUE FLUTED BACK ViCTORIAN DAMASK PORTERS WINDBACK BARREL ARMCHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning Victorian Circa 1880 Porters barrel back armchair with fluted back in Damask upholstery Plea...
Upholstery, Hardwood
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Fruitwood Barrel-Back Chairs
By Fortuny
Located in Rio Vista, CA
An elegant pair of weathered country Swedish Gustavian style barrel-back side or desk chairs, each featuring a gracefully curved wraparound back that flows into low open arms above a...
Brass
Stunning 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Barrel Back Chairs, Pair
Located in San Angelo, TX
A gorgeous and unique pair of late 18th century Swedish barrel backs from the Gustavian period that have been dry scrapped and then had a recent paint touch up with grays and white h...
Linen, Wood, Paint
$16,000 / set
Pair of French Empire Barrel Armchairs, 19th century
Located in Belmont, MA
Pair of French Empire Barrel Armchairs, 19th century This beautiful pair of French Empire barrel armchairs dates back to the 19th century and combines elegance with exceptional craft...
Bronze
$1,200 / item
Set of 4 Design Institute America Barrel Back Chairs
By Design Institute America
Located in Highland, IN
This handsome set of four D.I.A. chairs feature a barrel back, an external frame finished in "midnight chrome" that supports the upholstered body, and casters at the base for ease of...
Steel
Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.
Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.
In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.
Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.
When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.
If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.
If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.
Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.
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