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Buffalo Leather 'Safari' Armchairs in the Style of Arne Norell
Located in Budapest, HU
This stylish pair of Safari armchairs from the 1970s exudes timeless charm with its combination of buffalo leather and sturdy beech wood. The leather was recently cleaned, but still ...
Category
Vintage 1970s European Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Modern Seven Vintage Cognac Leather Teak Dining Chairs Cassina, 1990s, Italy
By Cassina
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern set of 7 vintage dining chairs, which were made out of a wooden base and cognac brown leather armchair shell.
Stamped Cassina - N 10
The set of dining chairs by Josep Lluska f...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 32.29 in W 24.81 in D 22.84 in
Arne Norell Black Leather Safari Easy Chair, Sweden ca. 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage teak and black leather Safari chair by Arne Norell and produced by Arne Norell AB, Sweden ca. 1960's
Good condition except cats scratches on the leather on one armrest ( pict...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Mats Theselius for Källemo AB Armchairs in Leather and Aluminum
By Mats Theselius, Källemo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mats Theselius for Källemo AB, armchairs limited edition, matt aluminum, beech, birch, leather, Sweden, 1990.
This distinct design of Mats Theselius features a body of aluminum on ...
Category
1990s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Vintage Sculpted Oak Armchairs by Madison Furniture
By Madison Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of vintage modern arm chairs feature unique "box" style sides. The beautiful wood grain and floating angled backrest add to the allure. Smooth edges and plush blue...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood, Wood, Oak
Armchair 1980s
Located in Ljubljana, SI
The chair could be said to be an iconic piece as it embodies style and comfort.
It can easily represent a central piece of furniture that will always be admired.
A very pleasant si...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
1970s, Danish armchair, velour, beech wood, original excellent condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish armchair in original excellent condition. Used not too much from the 1970s. Light green furniture velour, beech wood legs. Springs in the seat. Manufactured by Danish f...
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
H 36.62 in W 26.38 in D 29.14 in
1970s Arkana Safari Sling Teak Lounge Chair by Maurice Burke in Black Leather
By Maurice Burke, Arkana Furniture, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Classic and iconic Chelsea Safari Chair designed by Maurice Burke for Arkana Furniture in Scotland. The original black leather contrasts perfectly with the reddish teak patina frame...
Category
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 27.5 in W 24.63 in D 26.5 in
Pair Vintage Teak Armchairs
By Jesper International
Located in Trenton, NJ
This captivating duo make a great addition to any home or office – they are a unique pair of Scandinavian Modern Teak Armchairs. Crafted with sturdy teak frames and adorned with vint...
Category
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Pair of Vintage Leather Kengu Armchairs by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim for Rykken
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim, Rykken and Co.
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely comfortable pair of vintage leather Kengu armchairs by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim for Rykken. They were made in Norway, they date from the 1970’s.
The quality ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 38.98 in W 31.11 in D 31.11 in
Vintage Leather Kengu Armchair by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim for Rykken
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim, Rykken and Co.
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely comfortable vintage leather Kengu armchair by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim for Rykken. This was made in Norway, it dates from the 1970’s.
The quality is exceptio...
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 29.93 in W 31.11 in D 31.11 in
Pair of Vintage Leather Kengu Chairs by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim for Rykken
By Rykken and Co., Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely comfortable pair of vintage leather Kengu chairs by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim for Rykken. They were made in Norway, they date from the 1970’s.
The quality is ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 29.93 in W 25.2 in D 31.11 in
Pair of Danish Modern Style Armchairs
Located in Denton, TX
Very comfortable curved back solid teak dining / armchairs in the style of Danish modern.
Category
Late 20th Century Thai Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
1970s, Danish wingback armchair, original condition, furniture velour, beech.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish wingback armchair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Original light green furniture velour, beech wood legs. Manufactured by Danish furniture man...
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
H 40.95 in W 32.29 in D 34.65 in
Danish Set of Eight Armchairs in Oak and Chrome with Blue Upholstery
By Duba
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Manufactured by Duba Møbelindustri, set of eight armchairs, bent plywood teak, oak, chrome-plated metal, fabric, Denmark, 1970s.
Set of Danish chairs manufactured by Duba Møbelindu...
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
H 30.91 in W 24.02 in D 23.63 in
"Inca" Armchair by Arne Norell in Patinated Green Buffalo Leather, 1970s Sweden
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Brescia , Brescia
"Inca" Armchair by Arne Norell in Patinated Green Buffalo Leather - 1970s Swedish Masterpiece"
A masterpiece by renowned Swedish designer Arne Norell. Crafted in the 1970s by Norell...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
H 35.44 in W 34.65 in D 37.41 in
Armchair Model Mina Made In Beech By Bruno Mathsson
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Lejre, DK
This armchair, known as Model Mina, represents an exemplary piece of furniture design created by renowned Swedish designer Bruno Mathsson. The chair is constructed from bent beech, w...
Category
Vintage 1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Chrome-plated armchair Type Cesca, Italy, 1980s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Cesca-type armchair, modeled on Marcel Breuer's design from 1928. Produced in the 1980s. The chrome-plated frame is in very good original condition, has been cleaned and polished. Th...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Beech
Danish Mid-Century Arm Chair in Solid Teak & Original Fabric by D-Scan, c. 1970s
By D-Scan
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing an elegant arm chair by D-SCAN made in the mid-1970's. In 100% original vintage condition this chair features graceful armrests, intricate finger joinery and exceptional ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 32.5 in W 23 in D 21.5 in
Antique Chinese Arm Chair Hardwood Carved Seating
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous single Chinese arm chair in hard wood
Great interiors piece, perfect for that Asian inspired room mixed in with other pieces
Love the hand carved backrests with almost art n...
Category
Vintage 1980s Armchairs
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Hand Carved Cherrywood Directoire Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of elegant French Directoire style armchairs made of solid cherry. The lines, straight in the front view, give the armchairs an unmistakable and almost modern character. The sli...
Category
Late 20th Century European Directoire Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry
Scandinavian Modern Teak Armchairs from Jesper Furniture- set of 8
By Jesper International
Located in Trenton, NJ
This matching Set of Eight Scandinavian Modern Teak Armchairs by Jesper Furniture is a stunning ensemble that embodies the essence of Danish design excellence. Crafted with precision...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Pair of Pernilla Armchairs by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, 1969
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Pernilla armchairs designed in 1969 by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, Sweden. Curved beech wood structure with canvas, leather strips and original fabric. Signed.
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Canvas, Beech
1970s Pair of Refurbished Beech Armchairs in Velvet, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished
- Newly upholstered
- High of seat 41 cm
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
1970s Pair of Ercol Windsor Armchairs with new Cushions in Gold Pistoia Velvet
By Ercol
Located in Antwerp, BE
1970s set of Ercol Windsor Range armchairs .
These vintage armchairs with round stick backs are made of dark solid elm.
Both still have their label under the seat, and are dated 1...
Category
Late 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Elm
H 32.68 in W 27.96 in D 33.86 in
Massimi Iosa Ghini black VELOX armchair for Moroso - Italy 1980'S
By Moroso, Massimo Iosa Ghini
Located in Zandhoven, BE
MASSIMO IOSA GHINI "VELOX" ARMCHAIR FOR MOROSO - ITALY MID 1980'S
Massimo Iosa Ghini "Velox" architectural armchair for Moroso.
The armchair has a chromed tubular frame, an oval bla...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Massimi Iosa Ghini blue VELOX armchair for Moroso - Italy 1980'S
By Moroso, Massimo Iosa Ghini
Located in Zandhoven, BE
MASSIMO IOSA GHINI blue "VELOX" ARMCHAIR FOR MOROSO - ITALY MID 1980'S
Massimo Iosa Ghini "Velox" architectural armchair for Moroso.
The armchair has a chromed tubular frame, an ova...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Armchairs in cognag leather and olive wood, France, 1970s
Located in amstelveen, NL
A pair of armchairs hails from the skilled hands of a seasoned cabinet maker in 1970s France. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these armchairs boast a structure fashioned...
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Olive
Pair of Vintage Teak Plantation Armchairs Circa 1970
Located in Buxton, GB
This pair of vintage armchairs is a beautiful addition to any room. With their square shape and adjustable features, they provide a comfortable seating experience. The Vintage chairs...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Late 20th Century Distressed Black Windsor Armchairs - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Windsor dining armchairs, unbranded. Nutwood with back, legs & stretchers painted black, bowback, tapered spindles, short arms with turned supports, solid seat with a distr...
Category
Late 20th Century American American Colonial Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Nutwood, Paint
armchair in elm and rattan, 1908
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Made in France in the 80s, unique design
Blond elm structure, back and seat in rattan
ethnic style
Depth: 46 cm (seat) - 90 cm (total)
Category
Late 20th Century European Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Elm
set of two leather armchairs cognac colored in the style of sergio rodriguez
Located in Vigevano, PV
set of two leather armchairs cognac colored in the style of sergio rodriguez.
These armchairs are in exceptional condition, the cognac colored leather has no defects. ideal for open ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Other Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 29.53 in W 82.68 in D 39.38 in
Armrest Chair 1970s
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Vintage armrest lounge chair produced by STOL Kamnik (rare chair).
Period: 1970s
Material: plywood, metal chromed base, leather.
Condition: very good vintage condition, some sign...
Category
Vintage 1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Safari Demountable Armchairs by Roberto Menghi for Zanotta, 1970s
By Roberto Menghi, Zanotta
Located in Koper, SI
This pair of armchairs is part of the research concducted by different architect and designers on the classic colonial "Safari" armchair for the furniture maker Zanotta. These armcha...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Ash
H 35.44 in W 25.2 in D 26.78 in
Niels O. Møller Model 67 Teak Arm Chair by J.L Møller, Denmark, Circa 1970s
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Peabody, MA
A model 67 arm chair in teak with leather seat, designed by Niels O. Moller for J.L. Moller, Denmark, circa 1970s.
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Cubist Armchair by Zbyněk Hřivnáč for the Hotel Praha
Located in London, GB
An upholstered leather armchair designed by Czechoslovak designer, Zbyněk Hřivnáč, during the 1970s for the Hotel Praha.
Commissioned by the Communist Party in Czechoslovakia, cons...
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Brutalist Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Baker Furniture Regency Solid Cherry Wood Arm Chairs, Pair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of Regency, Neoclassical, or Empire style armchairs or dining captain chairs
By Baker Furniture
USA, Late 20th Century
Solid cherry wood frames, with upholster...
Category
Late 20th Century American Regency Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry
Pair Of Decorative Carved Armchairs
Located in Southall, GB
A unusual and decorative pair of hardwood armchairs, upholstered in floral motif fabric. Hand carved with handsome male profiles and curled beards on the chair arms. There is a beaut...
Category
Late 20th Century European Armchairs
Materials
Hardwood
Set of Four "California" Armchairs by Antonio Sibau
By A. Sibau, Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Hanover, MA
Set of four dining armchairs in the style of Frank Lloyd Wright by A. Sibau produced in Manzano, Italy
Made of beechwood with cherry finish with black leather seats.
Pristine condi...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Prairie School Armchairs
Materials
Beech, Cherry
Vintage Scandinavian style armchairs, 1970'
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This lounge Scandinavian style armchairs were made in the 1970´s. It is upholstered with fabric. The structure is made of beech wood and the furniture stands on metal wheels. All in ...
Category
Late 20th Century Czech Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Pair Of Louis XV Style Bergeres In Carved Beech Around 1920
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Pair Of Louis XV Style Bergeres In Carved Beech Around 1920
Category
Late 20th Century European Louis XV Armchairs
Materials
Beech
1970s, Scandinavian chair, original very good condition, ash wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian chairs in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Light red furniture fabric, ash wood legs and armrests. Springs in the seat. Manufactured by Norw...
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Ash
1970s, Danish highback armchair by Georg Thams, original upholstery, velour.
By Vejen Polstermøbelfabrik, Georg Thams
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish highback armchair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Green furniture velour, teak wood legs. Springs in the seat cushion. Manufactured by Danish ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Teak
H 36.62 in W 33.08 in D 36.62 in
vintage scandinavian armchair from the 70s with red wool from Belgium university
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
Armchairs in bentwood and textiles from the late 60s. Design in the style of the Dutchman Just Meijer, who worked for the publisher Kembo. Multi-ply bentwood, jute canvas and woollen...
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
H 28.35 in W 27.96 in D 24.41 in
Pair of Round Back Armchairs with Solid Beechwood Legs
Located in Chicago, IL
These compact and curvaceous lounge chairs were made in Budapest, Hungary in the 1960's. They are examples of Mid-Century Socialist furniture; the modern furniture made after World W...
Category
Late 20th Century Hungarian Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Pair of Cornaro Armchairs by Carlo Scarpa for Gavina, 1973 ( light wood version)
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Argelato, BO
Carlo Scarpa, Cornaro 140 armchair in ash wood, made for Gavina, Italy, 1973
This is one of the rarest and most fascinating versions of the famous sofa created by Carlo Scarpa, whic...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Ash
H 25.6 in W 55.12 in D 32.68 in
Armchair Model No. 341 by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1970s, Set of 2
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Elshout, NL
Elegant pair of upholstered Danish lounge chairs designed in teak by Arne Vodder for Sibast. These were designated model 341 and date from the mid seventies. Armrests and legs are ma...
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Late 20th C. Distressed French Country Dining Armchairs w/ Rush Seats - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Country style dining armchairs, unbranded. Solid nutwood with a distressed finish, ladder back design, decoratively carved crest rail, slightly curved arms with curv...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Nutwood
H 43.5 in W 23 in D 23 in
Hickory Chair Queen Anne Red Leather Nailhead Club Lounge Library Armchair
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Hickory Chair red leather library reading or desk armchair featuring Queen Anne styling with high rolled arms, nail head accents and serpentine slipper feet.
Dimensions:
27....
Category
Late 20th Century Queen Anne Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 43 in W 27.5 in D 27.5 in
Carl Malmsten Pair of Armchairs in Teak and Green-Blue Upholstery
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten, pair of dining chairs, teak, fabric, brass, Sweden, circa 1970
These high back armchairs are designed by the Swedish designer Carl Malmsten (1888-1972). These elegant...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century American Armchair by Warren Platner
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of mid-century American armchairs done by W. Platner
Warren Platner (June 18, 1919 – April 17, 2006) was an American architect and interior designer.
Platner produced a furnitur...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Zebra Wood
Baker Furniture Solid Cherry Wood Regency Arm Chairs, Pair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of Regency style armchairs or dining captain chairs
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1980s
Solid cherry wood frames, with upholstered seats.
Measures: 23.25"W x ...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Regency Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry
Carl Malmsten Set of Ten Armchairs in Teak and Green-Blue Upholstery
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten, set of ten dining chairs, teak, fabric, brass, Sweden, circa 1970
These high back armchairs are designed by the Swedish designer Carl Malmsten (1888-1972). These eleg...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
HENKEL HARRIS 105A 24 Wild Black Cherry Queen Anne Dining Armchairs - Pair
By Henkel Harris
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Queen Anne style dining armchairs by Henkel Harris, of Winchester, Virginia, USA. Solid wild black cherry wood, carved center backrest, carved curved arms with curved suppo...
Category
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cherry
H 40.25 in W 24.75 in D 23 in
1970s, Danish lounge chair, original very good condition, corduroy.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish lounge chair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Light brown furniture fabric, beech bent wood. Removable seat cushion. Manufactured by Danish fur...
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Pair of Arne Norell "Inca" Easy Chairs, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of the very comfortable Inca chair with patinated original leather. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Norell Möbel AB in Aneby, Sweden. Very good condition.
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
ETTORE SOTTSASS Flying Carpet Armchair for Bedding Brevetti
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in LAGUNA BEACH, CA
ETTORE SOTTSASS "Tappeto Volante" (Flying Carpet) Armchair for Bedding Brevetti
The "Flying Carpet" armchair is a testament to Sottsass's avant-garde and innovative design approach....
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Textile, Velvet, Foam, Wood, Fruitwood
2 Drexel Heritage French Louis XVI Fauteuil Balloon Back Neoclassical Arm Chairs
By Drexel
Located in Dayton, OH
Two vintage Drexel Heritage fauteuil armchairs with French Louis XVI / Neoclassical styling that features an ebonized frame with balloon back ribbon accent, scenic cameo ocean landsc...
Category
Late 20th Century Louis XVI Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
H 40 in W 28.5 in D 27.5 in
1970s Czech Modernist Upholstered Armchairs, a Pair
Located in High Point, NC
This attractive pair of vintage armchairs combine a stylish Modernist silhouette with a soothing color palette. Made in Czechia in the 1970s, the clean lines of the wooden frame are ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Set of 4 Fledermaus chairs by Josef Hoffmann For Thonet
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Set of 4 Fledermaus chairs by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet in very nice original condition with signs of use. Later limited edition by Thonet Vienna from 1985, signed.
Category
Vintage 1980s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
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An assortment of late 20th century hardwood armchairs is available at 1stDibs. Late 20th century hardwood armchairs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many late 20th century hardwood armchairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Cassina, Ward Bennett and Hans J. Wegner produced popular late 20th century hardwood armchairs that are worth a look.
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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.
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10 Chairs Painted
Mid Century Black Wood Italian Dining Chairs
Set Of Six Wooden Chairs
Danish Modern Dining Arm Chair
Set Dining Armchairs Teak
Queen Anne Dining Set
20th Century Cord Chairs
French Dining Chairs Leather Modern
Captains Chair Mid Century
Mid Century Captains Chairs
Midcentury Captain Chair
Various Vintage Dining Chairs