Floral Wingback Chairs
Mid-20th Century Georgian Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s European Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Wingback Chairs
Linen, Wood
Vintage 1960s Unknown Chippendale Wingback Chairs
Cotton, Wood, Down
20th Century English Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s American Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1980s Chippendale Wingback Chairs
Cotton, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Chinese Chippendale Wingback Chairs
Linen, Cotton
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 20th Century French Provincial Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
1990s Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Chenille, Walnut
Antique 1760s German Baroque Wingback Chairs
Walnut
Antique 18th Century Irish George II Wingback Chairs
Tapestry, Mahogany
20th Century British Colonial Wingback Chairs
Upholstery
Antique 1880s Italian High Victorian Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century French Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Antique 1780s English Chippendale Wingback Chairs
Suede, Cotton, Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Wood
20th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Walnut, Upholstery
Antique 19th Century English High Victorian Sofas
Upholstery, Hardwood
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Armchairs
Tapestry, Oak
Vintage 1920s American Federal Living Room Sets
Leather, Wood
Antique 1750s English George II Wingback Chairs
Mahogany, Silk, Upholstery
Antique Early 18th Century English Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century German Biedermeier Armchairs
Fabric, Cherry
Vintage 1980s Hollywood Regency Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s North American Sheraton Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s French Wingback Chairs
Linen
Early 20th Century American Chippendale Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Wingback Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Classical Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Wood
20th Century American Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Late 20th Century Wingback Chairs
Upholstery
20th Century English Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 1860s English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Wingback Chairs
Wood, Silk, Upholstery
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Late 20th Century American William and Mary Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century British George III Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Oak
Late 20th Century Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Swedish Wingback Chairs
Antique Mid-19th Century English Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Wicker
Late 20th Century George III Wingback Chairs
Velvet, Hardwood
20th Century French Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Wingback Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Wingback Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs
Vintage 1960s American Wingback Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
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They may not offer structural support, but the wings on antique and vintage wingback chairs certainly do have a purpose or did, when the design was 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 explains why the wingback is so 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 and have seen waves of revivals, from mid-century modern spinoffs to playful contemporary adaptations (like the Bear chair by Pierre Yovanovitch, wherein the place of wings are furry ears — a cheeky send-up of Hans Wegner’s iconic mid-century Papa Bear chair).
Shop the most innovative versions of wingback chairs today on 1stDibs.
- What are wingback chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Wingback 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.
- Is a wingback chair comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether a wingback chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many wingback chairs feature plush cushioning, and the tall backs can provide ample back support. A wingback’s protruding arms were initially designed to protect a sitter from drafts or intense heat from a fireplace. This may be obsolete in the 21st century, but the chairs have maintained their popularity over the years and have seen waves of revivals, from mid-century modern spin offs to playful contemporary adaptations (like the Bear chair by Pierre Yovanovitch, wherein the place of wings are furry ears — a cheeky send-up of Hans Wegner’s iconic mid-century Papa Bear chair). On 1stDibs, shop a range of wingback chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Wingback 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The purpose of a wingback chair is to provide seating. Usually, these upholstered chairs go in seating areas and allow people to rest comfortably while carrying on conversations, reading and performing other activities. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage wingback chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023There is no hard and fast rule about where a wingback chair should be placed. Historically, people used the large chairs in front of block drafts, and you can continue this tradition in your home. Alternatively, you can place one wherever it fits the layout of your room. To show off the distinctive shape of the chair, it is a good idea to position it somewhere that allows it to be viewed from the sides and back as well as the front. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wingback chairs.
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