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Pair of Christian Audigier Modern Faux Leather Wingback Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive pair of modern wingback armchairs featuring an intentionally distressed faux-leather
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Clubhouse Wingback Chairs, English, Leather, Armchair, C.1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of vintage clubhouse wingback chairs. an English, leather button back armchair
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Mid-20th Century British Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Antique Georgian Deconstructed Wingback Armchairs William Morris Arms
By William Morris (English)
Located in GB
Wingback armchairs with ornately carved cabriole legs and William Morris style flat top arms This pair
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Antique 1820s English Georgian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

IMPORTANT RESTORED GEORGE II PERIOD CIRCA 1760 WiNGBACK BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIR
Located in GB
restored, hand dyed, very rare George II circa 1760 Wingback armchair Please note the delivery fee listed
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Antique 1760s English George II Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Antique Restored George II Period circa 1760 Wingback Brown Leather Armchair
Located in GB
circa 1760 Wingback armchair. A simply glorious piece, the frame has the traditional George II narrow
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Antique 1760s English George II Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Antique Victorian Deconstructed Wingback Armchairs with Claw & Ball Feet
Located in GB
1860 Wingback armchairs with ornately carved Georgian style Claw & Ball feet This pair have been
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Antique 1860s English High Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Frits Henningsen Easy Chairs in Mahogany, c. 1940's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
, which features a subtle wingback and narrow, rounded arms - slightly splayed for comfort and visual
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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Pair of English Chippendale Gilt Wood Foliage and Scrolled Wall Mirrors. C. 1770
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of English Chippendale gilt carved wood and gesso wall mirrors with decorative scroll work & foliage motif. Circa 1770. Mirrors retain the original silvered glass & wood backing.
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Antique 1770s English Chippendale Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood, Mirror, Giltwood

Leather Devon Style Wing Chair with Brass Nail Head Trim
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A large and comfortable Cordovan leather shapely Devon style wing chair. The large back with flared wings with a loos leather cushion seat with brass nail head trim. The exposed legs...
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Mid-20th Century American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

French Inspired Upholstered Linen Bergère Chairs
Located in Brea, CA
French inspired upholstered linen bergère chairs These French inspired chair are based on an original Napoleon III style pair of chairs. Napoleon III was the nephew of the Napoleon t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Bergere Chairs

Materials

Linen

21st Century Contemporary Minimal White Velvet Bench With Black Lacquered Base
Located in Porto, PT
Fifih Bench is a luxury bench upholstered in velvet and wood base. A contemporary design bench is perfect for minimalist and modern interior architecture projects. Materials: Uphols...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer, Wood

Antique French Ormolu Mounted Vitrine Display Cabinet, 19th C
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique French ormolu mounted mahogany vitrine, circa 1870 in date. This beautiful cabinet is of slender form with gilt bronze ormolu mounts and a moulded cor...
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Antique 1870s French Cabinets

Materials

Ormolu

Pair of Lovely Vintage Oxblood Leather Chesterfield Gentleman's Club Armchairs
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this pair of stunning vintage Oxblood leather Chesterfield Club armchairs which are part of a suite These are part of a suite as mentioned A ...
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20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs

Materials

Leather

French Louis XVI Style Bergère Armchair Upholstered Green Velvet, 19th Century
Located in Montreal, Quebec
French Louis XVI style bergère armchair upholstered in sage green velvet, 19th century Deep and comfortable, Classic French chic Dimensions: 38" H x 29" W x 28" D Seat height 18...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of Petite Mid Century Wing Back Armchairs in " White Damask "
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Beautiful and elegant in their size combined with damask upholstery. Well constructed wood frames that support the tall back well, very comfortable. Chairs are white, not green or ye...
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Vintage 1960s American Queen Anne Wingback Chairs

Materials

Damask, Maple

Small Restored Chesterfield Victorian Whisky Brown Leather Sofa
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored Victorian circa 1880 hand dyed Chesterfield two-seat sofa with fully buttoned base A very good looking piece, rare to ...
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Antique English Chesterfield Lounge Chair: Cordovan Red Leather Tufted Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dive into the opulence of the early 1900s with our Antique English Chesterfield Lounge Chair, masterfully hand-crafted from high-quality leather and meticulously restored by our team...
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Vintage 1930s English Chesterfield Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

French 19th-20th Century Belle Époque Louis XVI Style Bergère Giltwood Salon Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A French 19th-20th century Belle époque Louis XVI Style bergère giltwood carved three-piece salon or parlor set, comprising of a two-corps settee and two armchairs, all upholstered i...
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Living Room Sets

Materials

Silk, Giltwood

Pair of Howard George Smith Signature Scroll Arm Style Brown Leather Armchairs
By George Smith, Howard and Sons
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime large pair of fully restored Howard George Smith style Signature Scroll Arm cigar brown leather armchairs with oversized feather fille...
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20th Century English Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Ralph Lauren Writer's Aged Brown Leather Armchair and Footstool Ottoman
By Ralph Lauren
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Ralph Lauren Writers armchair and matching ottoman RRP £15,745 in aged brown vintage leather armchair. A fantastic iconic a...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

PAIR OF LOVELY ANTIQUE OXBLOOD LEATHER CHESTERFIELD GENTLEMAN'S CLUB ARMCHAiRS
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this pair of stunning antique circa 1900 Oxblood leather Chesterfield Club armchairs Please note the delive...
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Ferdinando Vichi Lifesize Marble Figure "Apollo Belvedere"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ferdinando Vichi (Italian, 1875-1945) A fine and lifesize Italian white Carrara marble Greco-Roman figure of the Belvedere Apollo, after the original, now in the Vatican Museum, the ...
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Antique 19th Century Italian Greco Roman Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Carrara Marble

Georgian Linen and Leather Wingchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A channel-back linen and leather wingchair with a unique deconstructed back and sides design. This chair is a beautiful combination of warm-toned colors and materials. Its back and i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Georgian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Linen, Wood

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Pair of Narrow Wingback Chairs, circa 1900
Located in Culver City, CA
Newly upholstered in two-tone wool by Kvadrat.
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Antique Early 1900s English Armchairs

Pair of Tall, Narrow Mid Century Camel Highback Wingback Chairs
Located in Bainbridge, NY
2 classic, MCM comfortable and solidly constructed High Back Wing Back Chairs. Upholstered in a
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid century Vintage narrow tall floral wingback armchair Queen Anne Style
By Queen Anne
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
floral upholstery mid century tall narrow wingback chair with lower apron that covers the legs. Very
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Vintage 1950s American Queen Anne Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of English Queen Anne Style Black Leather Wingback Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand pair of black leather wingback chairs made in the English Queen Anne style by Schoonbeck
Category

20th Century American Queen Anne Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair 1960s Black Leather & Maple Wing Chairs By Hickory
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of black leather upholstered wing chairs with a narrow visage and stately profile from Hickory
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Vintage 1960s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Maple

Pair 1960s Black Leather & Maple Wing Chairs By Hickory
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of black leather upholstered wing chairs with a narrow visage and stately profile from Hickory
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Vintage 1960s American Wingback Chairs

Rare circa 1790 Gillows Style Porters Chair Mahogany Framed Wingback Rare Find
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
narrow and snug which was the point, wingback chairs came to life for grand houses where the sitter
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Antique 1790s British Georgian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

The Monroe Bespoke Wingback Armchair by Noble 'Showroom Model'
Located in Tetbury, GB
This is the showroom model of the Monroe wingback armchair. It was built as a prototype and for
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21st Century and Contemporary British George III Wingback Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair Petite & Skirted Wing Chairs.
Located in Chicago, IL
appeal to the classic wingback chair. Currently upholstered with long skirts. Could be reupholstered
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Vintage 1960s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair Petite & Skirted Wing Chairs.
Pair Petite & Skirted Wing Chairs.
H 48 in W 26.25 in D 29 in
19th Century English Wing Chair
Located in Woodbury, CT
Well proportioned 19th century English wing chair in ivory and pale blue damask fabric. Legs and
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Antique 19th Century British Early Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Silk, Mahogany

19th Century English Wing Chair
19th Century English Wing Chair
H 49.5 in W 33 in D 26.5 in
Queen Anne Style Leather Wing Chair
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Queen Anne style light brown leather wing chair with nailhead trim, dark wood legs and narrow arms.
Category

20th Century Queen Anne Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Italian Wing Back Chairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in Redding, CT
Amazing sleek and sexy Italian High back chairs. Not your traditional wing back. More narrow and
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Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Italian Wing Back Chairs
Pair of Italian Wing Back Chairs
H 48 in W 26 in D 29 in
Georgian Mahogany Barrel Back Wing Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine 18th century George III mahogany wing chair with a barrel back. Arms with scroll carving
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Antique 18th Century English George III Wingback Chairs

Materials

Ultrasuede

Stylish Pair of Camel Mohair High Back Wing Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Sophisticated contemporary take on the standard wing chair, this pair is designed with a high back
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mohair

English Georgian Period Chippendale Mahogany Wing Chair with Square Molded Legs
Located in Wells, ME
English Georgian period Chippendale mahogany wing chair with square molded legs. This particularly
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Wing Back Chair, English, Silk Cotton, Morning Room Armchair, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique wing back chair. An English, walnut and silk cotton upholstered morning room
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Wingback Lounge Chairs after Edward Wormley
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company, Edward Wormley
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Quality pair of vintage Mid-Century solid mahogany frame wing chairs by Hickory Chair Company in
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Black Naugahyde Art Deco Hollywood Regency Wingback Chairs Nailhead Detail Pair
Located in Topeka, KS
wingback styling that could be termed as Art Deco or Hollywood Regency. The chair with its narrow wings and
Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Wingback Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Wood

Pair of Georgian, circa 1820 Restored Hand Dyed Brown Leather Wingback Armchairs
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in GB
restored wingback armchairs A simply glorious pair, the frames are long, thin and elegant, the stud work
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Antique 1820s English Georgian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Petite Skirted Wing Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
appeal to the Classic wingback chair. Currently upholstered with long skirts. Could be reupholstered
Category

Vintage 1960s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Petite Skirted Wing Chairs
Pair of Petite Skirted Wing Chairs
H 48 in W 26.25 in D 29 in
Elegant British Georgian Period Chippendale Mahogany Wing Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic English Georgian period Chippendale mahogany wing chair with square molded legs. This
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Antique Early 1800s English Georgian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Unusual Tall Narrow English Style Arm Chair
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Great looking tall narrow arm chair with barrel back shape in mahogany
Category

Early 20th Century American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Reupholstered Wingback Chairs, circa 1960s
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of red wingback armchairs with super mod, bright red plaid upholstery. Fabric features narrow
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Scandinavian Wingback Two-Seat Sofa and Chair Set, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Quechee, VT
streamlined form features gently curved low backs with narrow wings, slanted birch legs, a single cushion for
Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Birch, Teak

PAIR OF STICK WICKER RATTAN ARMCHAIRS
Located in Sheffield, MA
. First chair matches sofa with semi-wingback, reversing arrow pattern on sides and skirt, and glass
Category

Early 20th Century American Armchairs

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Finding the Right wingback-chairs for You

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.

Questions About Narrow Wingback Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Wingback 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether 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, 2023
    Wingback 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, 2022
    The 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, 2023
    There 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.