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Post-Modern Luxury Jaimé Tresserra Casablanca Office Armchair, Spain, 1987
By Jaime Tresserra
Located in Antwerp, BE
Jaime´ Tresserra Casablanca armchair; Office chair; Tresserra collection; Cognac leather seating; Spanish furniture design; Walnut;
Postmodern Luxury Manager's desk chair 'Casabl...
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 30.71 in W 23.63 in D 24.41 in
Theodore Alexander French Louis XIII Style Walnut Barley Twist Leather Arm Chair
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Dayton, OH
Theodore Alexander Louis XIII style Arm Chair, circa late 20th century. Features a walnut finish with a high leather upholstered back over padded scrolled arms and barley twist suppo...
Category
Late 20th Century Louis XIII Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 49.5 in W 32 in D 28 in
Pair of French Carved Walnut Wood Baroque Style Armchairs
By Custom Furniture Builders
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of custom made hand carved walnut armchairs. Ivory and Light Blue patterned upholstery.
Baroque architecture of the 17th and 18th centuries was known for its highly decorat...
Category
Late 20th Century French Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Fantastic Pair Carved Walnut French Louis XVI Style Baker Bergere Chairs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous pair of Baker furniture company chairs designed in the Louis XVI style. The chairs are in good condition with mior signs of wear and signs of use such as nicks or ...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Louis XVI Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
H 38.25 in W 24.5 in D 28.25 in
Studio Craft Walnut Armchair with Cane
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A walnut studio craft arm chair c.1983 is truly one of a kind. The chair features a sculpted wood frame with soft curves and cascading legs. The seat-back showcases the original uniq...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Arts and Crafts Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Set of Four Vela Leather Armchairs by Carlo Bartoli
By Carlo Bartoli, Mario Bellini, Matteo Grassi
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare Carlo Bartoli for Matteo Grassi Vela armchairs in black Italian leather, made in Italy, circa 1980.
High-end chair consisting of handstitched leather upholstery wrapped over an ...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
2 Mid Century Modern Gregson Danish Style Walnut & Leather Arms Chairs MCM Pair
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of vintage Gregson Furniture Industries Danish style Arm Chairs, circa 1983. Made of walnut with black leather seat and back. Features nailheads along the backside.
Gregson...
Category
Vintage 1980s Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 33 in W 25 in D 24.5 in
1970's Italy Vintage Poltrona Frau Arm Chair in Shearling
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Aspen, CO
Italian 1970's Vintage Poltrona Frau Arm Chair with Unique Detail Restored & Reupholstered in Shearling.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Louis Philippe style upholstered armchairs from the 1980s
Located in Premariacco, IT
Pair of Louis Philippe-style upholstered armchairs with walnut frame and floral fabric.
Normal signs of wear due to age and use.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Louis Philippe Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Louis Philippe style upholstered armchair from 1980s
Located in Premariacco, IT
Louis Philippe style upholstered armchair with walnut frame and floral damask fabric.
Normal signs of wear due to age and use.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Louis Philippe Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
DREXEL HERITAGE Walnut & Cane French Louis XVI Dining Armchairs - Pair
By Drexel
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Provincial Louis XVI style dining armchairs by Drexel Heritage. Walnut with a slightly distressed finish, carved oval shield-like caned backs, sloping straight arms ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Walnut
Pair Paint Decorated French Louis XV Style Armchairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Carved distressed frames. Upholstered seats, backs and arm rests. 40" h x 27" w x 28 1/4" d. Seat height 19".
Condition
Scratches. Stains to upholstery. Minor pulls to upholstery.
Category
1990s Unknown Louis XV Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of 1970s Roger Sprunger Roll Arm Chairs for Dunbar
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Pair of roll arm chairs designed by Roger Sprunger and manufactured by Dunbar in the 1970s. These classic club chairs have wide arms and backs, ideal for lounging. They have recent u...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Club Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
French Country Louis XV Style Burgundy Leather Faux Reptile Cowhide Armchair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Country Louis XV Style Burgundy Leather Faux Reptile Cowhide Armchair. Item features a distressed solid wood frame, burgundy leather embossed reptile print upholstery, brown c...
Category
Late 20th Century Louis XV Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair French Country Style Carved Walnut Floral Upholstered High Back Arm Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair French Country Style Carved Walnut Floral Upholstered High Back Arm Chairs. Item features a solid wood frame, fully upholstered back and seat, distressed finish, nicely carved d...
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 46 in W 28 in D 28.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Arm Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Toronto, CA
A bold example of mid-century modern design, this authentic, vintage Adrian Pearsall lounger is beautiful to behold.
Beautiful solid walnut base & arm details. Sharp, angular const...
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
St. James chair by Angelo Donghia for Donghia Inc
By Angelo Donghia, Donghia
Located in Kleinburg, ON
Three elegant and very comfortable arm chairs that featuring deep cushions, tall back and high quality textured velvet fabric. The chairs have a sleek and modern design that reflects...
Category
1990s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs
Located in North York, ON
Pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut lounge chairs. America circa 1970’s, iconic Mid-Century Modern styling. Beautiful curves and unique shape. Masterfully restored in a rich dark espre...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Rare 'Ondine' Wingback Lounge Chair by Vladimir Kagan, c 1970, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An incredibly rare and highly sought-after Vladimir Kagan 'Ondine' wingback armchair, this early production example from circa 1970 and in its original fabric with animal motif. Sign...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Style Chair Multicolor Upholstery and Walnut Frame, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
A stylish pair of Mid Century Modern style barrel chairs. The chairs feature a recent upholstery in vivid dark blue, yellow and cranberry colors. The high quality chairs are made of ...
Category
1990s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 34 in W 22.5 in D 26 in
Vintage Traditional Queen Anne Style Walnut Armchairs Upholstered Back, a Pair
Located in Secaucus, NJ
These fabulous English traditional classic Queen Anne style open armchairs are exceptionally designed and handcrafted.
A classic timeless and luxurious style inspired by pieces of Am...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Queen Anne Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Silk, Walnut
H 40 in W 25 in D 26.5 in
Rare Mid Century Studio Craft Sculptural Walnut Arm Chair by James Martin
By George Nakashima Woodworkers, James Martin
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Rare Mid Century Studio Craft Sculptural Walnut Arm Chair by James Martin. Handmade in the USA - New Hope, PA. All Solid American black walnut wood. James Martin worked with George N...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
JOHN KELLY Black Cherry & Leather Spindle Armchairs J1 Series J-02B - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Mission / Arts & Crafts style armchairs by John Kelly Furniture, the J-02B Spindle Armchair, from their J1 Series. Solid black cherry with black walnut peg detailing to the...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mission Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Cherry, Walnut
H 42.25 in W 23.75 in D 23 in
Century Furniture Directoire Style Walnut Upholstered seat & Cane Back Armchair
By Century Furniture
Located in Germantown, MD
A Century Furniture Directoire Style Walnut with Upholstered seat with Cane Back Armchair in great vintage condition.
Measures 23" in width, 24" in depth and stands 36.5z" tall. Sea...
Category
Late 20th Century American Directoire Armchairs
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery, Cane
H 36.5 in W 23 in D 24 in
Imposing Modernist Pair of Leather and Walnut Club Chairs, Italy 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Italy, 1970s
A massive, voluptuously comfortable pair of geometric club chairs in walnut and black leather. A three-paneled rectangular armature in walnut veneer, with rounded edges...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
1970s Mid Century Walnut Armchair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century walnut chair designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1970s. This fantastic chair features its original upholstery with a walnut frame armrest giving it a uni...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Vladimir Kagan Lounge Chair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
Rare Contour Lounge Chair by Vladimir Kagan. Walnut, upholstery. A classic Kagan form with sculptural walnut frame. Designed in 1953, this example produced c. 1970.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Jens Risom 1970s Sculptural Walnut Armchairs
By Jens Risom
Located in New York, NY
Amazing pair of 1970s sculptural walnut armchairs designed by Jens Risom, fully restored and re-upholstered, with minor wear and patina due to age and use.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Silvano Passi Italian Mid-Century Wooden Armchair, 1970s
Located in bari, IT
Armchair walnut wood frame fabric seats production 1970s designer Silvano Passi.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Style Blue Velvet & Walnut Frame Barrel Chair, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
A stylish pair of Mid Century Modern style barrel chairs. The chairs feature a recent upholstery in an electric vivid blue velvet. a highly desirable and fashionable color. The high ...
Category
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut
H 34.25 in W 22.5 in D 23 in
Plycraft Style Midcentury Walnut Armchair
By Plycraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Plycraft Style midcentury Walnut armchair.
This chair measures: 23.5 wide x 23 deep x 30.5 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height/chair clearance of 27.25 inches.
...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Spectacular Set of 10 Art Deco Revival Chairs in Bookmatch Figured Walnut
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert custom...
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 38.5 in W 24.25 in D 22.5 in
Sam Maloof Style “Female Form” Sculptural Walnut Modern Armchair
By Sam Maloof
Located in Atlanta, GA
An outstanding hand sculptured armchair inspired by the Female Form. This remarkable walnut armchair has a free flowing body, solid construction and signed to bottom “M 87”.
I am u...
Category
Late 20th Century Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of "Petit" Easy Chairs by DUX, 1970s
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful pair of Swedish easy chairs, produced in Sweden 1960s.
beechwood and fabric.
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Post-Modern Italian Design Bouclè Armchair, 1980s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Italian armchair with a postmodern design, produced in the 80s. Completely restored and with new upholstery in fine Bouclè.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Minton Spidell French Louis XV Style Walnut Dining Arm Chairs, Set of Six
By Minton-Spidell
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of six French Provincial Louis XV style dining armchairs
By Minton Spidell
USA, Late 20th Century
Solid carved walnut frames, with brass studded floral ta...
Category
Late 20th Century American Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 41.5 in W 24.25 in D 26.5 in
6 Vintage Modern Upholstered Walnut Finish Gray Track Arm Dining Chairs MCM 36"
Located in Dayton, OH
Six vintage dining armchairs featuring modern styling gray upholstery and tapered walnut finished legs.
23.5" x 25" x 36" / Seat Height - 19" (Width x Depth x Height)
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 36 in W 25 in D 23.5 in
Wendell Castle " Zephyr " Wood armchair of sculptural form , signed and dated .
By Wendell Castle
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Wendell Castle , " Zephyr " Armchair , sculptural form made from Walnut and Curly Maple . Carved signature " W C 76 " to lower frame .
Provenance ; Acquired by the previous owner di...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
H 28.75 in W 23.63 in D 22.05 in
Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Countryside, IL
Kent Coffey Perspecta mid century walnut dining chairs - Set of 6
These chairs measure: 20.5 wide x 17 deep x 37.5 inches high, with a seat height of 19.5 inches
The captain ch...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Cube Club Chairs in Pearlescent Holly Hunt Fabric
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of Mid-Century Modern cube chairs were realized in the United States circa 1970. Sitting on square ebonized walnut bases, they offer rectilinear exteriors full of ...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 23.5 in W 31.25 in D 31 in
Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid century walnut dining chairs - set of 6
These chairs are 24 wide x 22.25 deep x 33 inches high, with a seat height of 17.75 and arm height of 25.25 inches
All pieces of furn...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Set of 4 1970s Walnut Knoll Bill Stephens Arm Chairs
By Knoll
Located in Medina, OH
Set of four walnut 1970s Knoll Bill Stephens arm chairs in their original fabric. These chairs are in great condition considerings its age. There are some imperfections in the wood (...
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
California Modern Walnut & Cane Arm Chair by Gene L. Hackleman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer
Gene L. Hackleman
Manufacturer
Gene L. Hackleman Studio.
________________________________________
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing hi...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Wood, Walnut
Mid Century Mode, G. Frattini for Bernini, Armchair in Walnut and Black Leather.
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
Located in Catania, IT
This elegant armchair was designed by Gianfranco Frattini and produced by Bernini. For its eccentric design, Bernini was inspired by the style of the 1950s. Note the flowing lines of...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 30.3 in W 19.7 in D 18.5 in
Vintage American Studio Craft Oak and Walnut High Back Armchair
Located in Round Rock, TX
Offered is a well executed studio craft high back armchair made from solid oak and walnut. Constructed without hardware, using only dowel and lap joinery.
A unique chair that is ...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Baker Furniture French Regency Carved Walnut Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Regency Louis XVI style armchairs or club chairs
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1980s
Carved walnut, with cane seats, and pink upholstered removable...
Category
Late 20th Century American Regency Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish Mid-Century lounge chair offers spacious upholstered seating for any modern interior, combining impressive modern lines with comfortable proportions. Tapered walnut legs...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall Attributed Pair of Lounge Chairs
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful reupholstered and refinished pair of lounge chairs. Great vintage style fabric in excellent condition. They have beautiful bases that make them stand out.
Super comfortab...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs by Gunlocke Chair Co.
By Gunlocke
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of vintage modern armchairs boast a dark walnut frame with sculpted armrests and upholstered backrests. A wonderful design that ensures comfort without sacrificing...
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XVI Carved Walnut Fauteuil
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Provincial Louis XVI style arm chair or club chair
By Baker Furniture
USA, Late 20th Century
Carved walnut frame, with studded blue upholstery and brass-c...
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Walnut Arm Chair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Walnut Danish armchair, circa 1970's. Sturdy solid wood frame is wonderfully scaled for your many seating needs, home or office! The elegant frame with swooping arms makes this clean...
Category
Vintage 1970s European Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
THOMASVILLE Mystique Asian Chinoiserie Dining Captain's Armchairs - Pair
By Thomasville
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Asian inspired dining armchairs by Thomasville, from their Mystique Collection. Solid walnut with upholstered seats in a neutral cream fabric. Features carved center backs,...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair White Painted Oval Back French Louis XVI Armchairs in Tiger Print Fabric
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delive...
Category
Vintage 1970s European Louis XVI Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
H 38 in W 23 in D 27 in
Pair of Louis XIV Style, Os de Mouton, Walnut Wingback Fauteuils
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Striking pair of antique French Louis XIV style, walnut wingback fauteuils with carved armrests, standing on 'os de mouton' legs joined by H-shaped stretcher base, upholstered with a...
Category
Vintage 1980s English Louis XIV Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning pair of vintage modern Italian lounge chairs with sculpted armrests and angled back legs. The sleek design ensures maximum comfort without sacrificing style. Please confir...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Versatile Walnut and Cream Upholstered Armchair with Nailheads
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A handsome walnut and upholstered armchair, perfect for a desk or extra transitional chair, having cream upholstery finished with antiqued brass nailheads.
Category
1990s North American Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Dave Hentzel American Craft Solid Walnut Arm Chair, Apprentice to Sam Maloof
Located in Dallas, TX
American-craft hand-carved walnut arm chair designed and fabricated by David Hentzel who was an apprentice to Sam Maloof and worked in his studio for a time. This chair is not a copy...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
H 46.5 in W 25 in D 20.5 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut Armchairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of vintage modern armchairs feature sloped armrests and orange tufted upholstery. A sleek and simple design that looks great in any modern interior. The sturdy wal...
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Danish Modern Walnut Armchair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Walnut Danish armchair, circa 1970's. Sturdy solid wood frame is wonderfully scaled for your many seating needs, home or office! The elegant frame with swooping arms makes this clean...
Category
Vintage 1970s European Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Danish Modern Walnut Armchair
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Walnut Danish armchair, circa 1970's. Sturdy solid wood frame is wonderfully scaled for your many seating needs, home or office! The elegant frame with swooping arms makes this clean...
Category
Vintage 1970s European Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
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Late 20th Century Walnut Armchairs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of late 20th century walnut armchairs for sale on 1stDibs. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Louis XV late 20th century walnut armchairs are consistently popular styles. Late 20th century walnut armchairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Ward Bennett, Jens Risom and Afra & Tobia Scarpa are consistently popular.
How Much are Late 20th Century Walnut Armchairs?
Prices for late 20th century walnut armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, late 20th century walnut armchairs begin at $433 and can go as high as $38,800, while the average can fetch as much as $2,850.
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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