Black White Armchair
20th Century Minimalist Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Armchairs
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Classical Lounge Chairs
Faux Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Wood, Walnut
2010s Italian Armchairs
Leather, Walnut, Cotton, Feathers
2010s Turkish Armchairs
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Japonisme Armchairs
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs
Leather, Wood
2010s Italian Armchairs
Textile, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Armchairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Acrylic
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Armchairs
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Armchairs
Cotton, Linen
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Leather
2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Upholstery, Fabric, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Steel
2010s Turkish Armchairs
Fabric
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Armchairs
Metal
2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Iron
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather, Wood
Antique 1670s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
2010s European Armchairs
Fabric
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Cotton, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Plastic
Late 20th Century Austrian Armchairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1970s Italian Armchairs
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal, Enamel
Late 20th Century Austrian Modern Armchairs
Leather, Beech
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Wood
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Armchairs
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Oak, Naugahyde
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Plastic
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Wool, Walnut
2010s Portuguese Other Armchairs
Fabric, Ash
2010s Portuguese Armchairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Aluminum
Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Armchairs
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Aluminum
2010s Portuguese Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Velvet, Lacquer, Parchment Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Aluminum
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Fabric, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs
Leather
- 1
Black White Armchair For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Black White Armchair?
Finding the Right Armchairs for You
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021White, or colorless, diamonds are generally the most valuable diamond variety. Black diamonds are certainly more rare than white ones, but the latter is generally more expensive.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A good black and white photo is about telling a story, highlighting a subject, and expressing emotions, without the distraction of colors. Portraits, landscapes and any abstract sort of photo tend to be best viewed in a black and white photo. On 1stDibs find a huge array of black and white photos by different artists and in various styles and sizes.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A black and white photo is usually just called exactly that. The unique and timeless quality of a black and white photograph accentuates any room. When we look at black and white photography, we experience deep, rich shadows and tonal properties in a way that transfixes us. Composition and textures are crisp and engaging. You can find a variety of black and white photography by renowned photographers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A black and white drawing is frequently called exactly that — a black and white drawing. A drawing or painting that is referred to as monochrome or monochromatic means that it has been created using only one color (this means that a black and white drawing may be referred to as monochromatic). Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary black and white drawings from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Black and white photography refers to imagery that only consists of different tones of grey. The unique and timeless quality of a black and white photograph accentuates any room. Some might argue that we’re naturally drawn to color photography because it’s the world we know best. Find black and white photography today on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best frame for a black and white photo is really a matter of preference. Some may suggest choosing a frame color that matches a shade in an image while others suggest a bolder colored frame for a dramatic effect. Shop frames on 1stDibs.
- Which artist is known for the black-and-white optical illusion art called Movement in Squares?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024The artist known for the black-and-white optical illusion art called Movement in Squares is Bridget Riley. Riley states that she draws inspiration for her spectacular abstractions expressed in paintings and prints largely from nature, which she defines as a “dynamism of visual forces — an event rather than an appearance.” The British artist produced her iconic piece, Movement in Squares, in 1961. Find a wide range of Bridget Riley art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025The work of Victor Vasarely that is made up entirely of curvilinear black and white stripes not contained by contour lines is Zebra. Created in 1937, it is often credited as the earliest Op art painting. Today, the work is in a private collection. Shop an assortment of Victor Vasarely art on 1stDibs.
Read More
All the Furniture in This Organic Modern Soho Loft Can Be Yours
Andrianna Shamaris has filled her epic new home with pieces of her own design.
20 Inviting Dining Rooms Perfectly Arranged for Entertaining
Top interior designers show — and tell — us how to create delectable spaces for hosting dinner parties.
Nobody Puts This Sunny Sofa in a Corner
With its plush cushions, cane details and dazzlingly colorful back, it’s inviting from every angle.
The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.