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Period, Ladies Wingback Chair
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Lovely, mahogany framed, 19th century, splayed arm, petite, ladies, wingback chair on Queen Anne
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Period, Ladies Wingback Chair
Period, Ladies Wingback Chair
H 46 in W 37.5 in D 27 in
c. 1765-80 George III Period Wingback Arm Chair
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
English George III period wingback arm chair, c.1765-80. Raised on molded front legs & outswept
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wood

Chair Wingback Swedish Rococo Period 1750-1775 Brown Leather Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Chair wingback Swedish Rococo Period 1750-1775 Brown Leather Sweden. An exquisite wingback chair
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Antique Mid-18th Century European Rococo Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wood

1860s Rococo Revival Wingback Chair
Located in Wilton, CT
Originating from the Rococo Revival period, this antique Italian wingback chair is nearly 160 years
Category

Antique 1860s Italian Rococo Revival Wingback Chairs

Materials

Oak, Velvet

1860s Rococo Revival Wingback Chair
1860s Rococo Revival Wingback Chair
H 49.5 in W 33.5 in D 35.5 in
Mid Century Modern Flamboyant White Wingback Chair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Mid Century Modern Flamboyant White Wingback Chair. It features eccentric flaring arms in elegant
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric

American Federal Wingback Chair with Blue Upholstery
Located in Wiscasset, ME
Federal period mahogany American wingback armchair in blue upholstery. In very good condition and
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Antique Early 1800s American Federal Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

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 William iv Period circa 1830 Wingback Brown Leather Armchair
Located in GB
and Mahogany Wingback armchair with ornately carved frame A simply glorious piece, the frame is
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Antique 1830s English William IV Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

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

Frits Henningsen Danish Wingback Lounge Chair, c. 1940's
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Norwalk, CT
A handsome Danish mid-century wingback chair, designed by furniture maker and designer Frits
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Sublime Pair of Howard & Son's William Morris Walnut Framed Wingback Armchairs
By Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons
Located in GB
stamped Victorian Howard & Son’s Berners street, William Morris style wingback armchairs with removable
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Vintage Wingback Kilim Style Upholstery Wingback Amrchair Claw & Ball Feet
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Kilim style upholstery wingback armchair in good
Category

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Biedermeier Walnut Blue Fabric Vintage Wingback Chair Armchair Vienna circa 1925
Located in Vienna, AT
Biedermeier vintage wingback chair or armchair from walnut and sky blue upholstery designed and
Category

Antique 1820s Austrian Biedermeier Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Important Ottorino Aloisio Wingback Chair in Green Mohair, Colli, Italy, 1957
By Colli Torino
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptional wingback chair was designed by Ottorino Aloisio in 1957. The chair was
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Mohair, Silk, Velvet

PAIR OF VINTAGE TAN BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFiELD WINGBACK CHAIRS WITH FOOTSTOOLS
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
restored pair of vintage Chesterfield tufted English wingback armchairs with custom made matching
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

English Brown Leather Wingback Chair with Brass Nailhead Trim, circa 1930-1940
Located in Atlanta, GA
with this English brown leather wingback chair, dating from the period of 1930-1940. This distinguished
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Early 20th Century English Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair 1970s Lane Venture Carved Faux Bamboo Handwoven Caning Wingback Chairs USA
By Lane Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
Wingback Chairs. Large Lounge Chairs in Bohemian Period Style with a thick Leather Seat Cushion. Stunning
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Late 20th Century American British Colonial Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Bamboo, Faux Bamboo, Cane

Fauteuil a la Reine avec Oreilles Painted Wingback Chair by Ira Yeager
By Ira Yeager
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical country French provincial Fauteuil a La Reine a Oreilles or queen's wingback armchair
Category

20th Century French French Provincial Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Fritz Hansen Rare Pair of Wingback Lounge Chairs Model 1582 in Sheepskin, 1930s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Fritz Hansen rare pair of large wingback lounge chairs model 1582 with beech wood frame and
Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Lambskin, Beech

Gio Ponti Style, Mid-Century Modern, Wingback Chairs, Grey Velvet, Wood, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Stamford, CT
. Handsome pair of unsigned Italian lounge chairs of the mid-century period. Having curved walnut legs
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair French Shabby Chic, Louis XVI Wingback Lounge Chairs Attr. Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Mid-century modern period high backed lounge chairs, armchairs, club chairs or
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of 1940's Art Deco Wingback Lounge Chairs Reupholstered in Belgic Wool
By Gösta Jonsson, Flemming Lassen
Located in Burbank, CA
Pair of original Art Deco Midcentury Modern lounge chairs for sale. They have been professionally
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

COMFORTABLE ViNTAGE RESTORED BROWN LEATHER TUFTED CHESTERFIELD WINGBACK ARMCHAIR
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
restored vintage Chesterfield tufted Cigar brown leather wingback armchair. Please note the delivery fee
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Original circa 1840 Antique Victorian Wingback Armchair Embroidered Upholstery
Located in GB
embroidered wingback armchair A very early and original wingback armchair, the embroidery is period, these
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Antique 1840s English Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Fully Restored Vintage Chesterfield Porters Wingback Armchair Brown Leather
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
brown leather This chair a real tour de force, is has absolutely everything going for it, the
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

EXQUISITE PAIR OF ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN 1870 WILLIAM MORRIS WINGBACK ARMCHAIRS
By William Morris (English)
Located in GB
pair of mid Victorian circa 1870 William Morris style wingback armchairs with ornately carved mahogany
Category

Antique 1870s English High Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Upholstery

Important Antique circa 1820 Thomas Chippendale Hand Carved Wingback Armchair
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in GB
1820-1840, hand carved wingback armchair with Thomas Chippendale, fretwork carved legs A very
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Antique 1820s English Chinese Chippendale Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Wood & Hogan New York Blenheim Wingback Walnut Armchair William Morris
By Wood and Hogan, William Morrison
Located in GB
model William Morris wingback armchair RRP £9000 This chair is pure quality, it can be found for sale
Category

20th Century American Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Four Luxury Restored Hand Dyed Brown Leather Chesterfield Wingback Armchairs
By Wade Furniture Co., Chesterfield
Located in GB
Wade Upholstery Wingback armchairs They were made by Wade Upholstery, they are mid century examples
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern 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

Pair of Vintage Black Velvet Upholstered George Hepplewhite Wingback Armchairs
By George Hepplewhite
Located in GB
wingback armchairs with the Philadelphia oversized wings These are a showstopping pair of armchairs
Category

20th Century English Art Deco Wingback Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Pair of French Louis XV Style Cane Occasional/Armchairs, Wingbacks, France
Located in Stamford, CT
carved pair of double cane back and cane arm chairs are indicative of the period having high style and
Category

Late 20th Century European Louis XV Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fruitwood

Stunning Kilim Wool Upholstered Wingback Armchair Beech Frame Diamond Pattern
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Kilim upholstered wingback armchair in perfect
Category

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

PAIR OF ORNATE ANTIQUE ITALIAN CAROLEAN / WILLIAM MORRIS WINGBACK ARMCHAIRs
By William Morris (English)
Located in GB
and I’ll provide you with the exact price These chairs are large and super decorative, they have
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Edwardian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

PAIR OF RESTORED ANTiQUE WILLIAM MORRIS FOREST CLAW & BALL WINGBACK ARMCHAIRS
By William Morris (English)
Located in GB
fully restored early Victorian circa 1840 William Morris Wingback armchairs with hand carved Walnut Claw
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Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

FULLY RESTORED PAIR OF HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFiELD WINGBACK ARMCHAIRS
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
fully restored, hand dyed Cigar brown leather, circa 1920's Wingback armchairs Please note the
Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Antique Pair of circa 1880 William Morris Carved Legged Wingback Armchairs
By William Morris (English)
Located in GB
style wingback armchairs with grey linen summer cushions A good looking and well-made pair, these
Category

Antique 1880s English High Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of William Morris Flat Arm Chesterfield Wingback Bordeaux Leather Armchairs
By William Morris (English), Chesterfield
Located in GB
Chesterfield Bordeaux leather fully restored wingback armchairs with Thomas Chippendale style floating button
Category

20th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Luxury Pair of Restored Hand Dyed Brown Leather Chesterfield Wingback Armchairs
By Wade Furniture Co., Chesterfield
Located in GB
hand dyed Whisky brown leather wade upholstery Wingback armchairs They were made by Wade Upholstery
Category

Mid-20th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

RARE ANTIQUE THONET STYLE FRENCH BAMBOO STEEL BASE PORTERS WiNGBACK ARMCHAIR
Located in GB
collectable, fully sized Thonet Bamboo Porters wingback armchair with steel weighted base frame Please note
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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Steel

Fully Restored and Reupholstered Victorian Claw and Ball Feet Wingback Armchair
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely fully restored Victorian wingback armchair with
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Sublime Early Georgian circa 1780 Porters Wingback Armchair Postbox Red Leather
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Postbox red leather Georgian Porters wingback
Category

Antique 1780s English Georgian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

PAIR OF ANTIQUE ITALIAN CAROLEAN HIGH BACK WiNGBACK ARMCHAIRS FOR UPHOLSTERY
Located in GB
please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price These chairs are large and super
Category

Antique 1880s Italian High Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

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
Category

Antique 1860s English High Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Oak

Antique Fluted Back Early Victorian circa 1840 Porters Wingback Barrel Armchair
Located in GB
fluted back This chair a real tour de force, is has absolutely everything going for it, it has the
Category

Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of George Smith Chelsea Large Wingback Armchairs Claw and Ball Feet
By George Smith
Located in GB
wingback armchairs with Damask upholstery. A very good looking well made and comfortable pair of large
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Pair of Antique Claw & Ball Restored Hand Dyed Brown Leather Wingback Armchairs
Located in GB
chair where as the other is a pure wingback, both have a slightly more relaxed seating position than
Category

Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Very Rare Fully Restored Howard & Son's Walnut Wingback Armchair Regency Stripe
By Howard and Sons
Located in GB
exceptionally rare original Victorian Howard & Son’s Berners street fully restored wingback armchair Please
Category

Antique 19th Century English High Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Lovely George III Style Wingback Armchairs with Kilim Pattern Uphosltery
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of Kilim fabric upholstered wingback
Category

20th Century English Kilim Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Antique 1840 Museum Quality Claw & Ball Carved Feet Wingback Very Large Armchair
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely sublime, museum quality extra large Wingback
Category

Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

PAIR OF ANTIQUE KILIM FABRIC WiNGBACK ARMCHAIRS ORNATELY CARVED CLAW & BALL FEET
Located in GB
Antique circa 1900-1920 extra large wingback armchairs with hand carved Claw & Ball Cabriolet legs and
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Antique Early 1900s English Kilim Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Queen Anne Period Walnut Wing Armchair
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An Exceptional Early 18th Century, Queen Anne Period Walnut Wing Back Library Armchair, Having
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Antique Early 18th Century English Queen Anne Wingback Chairs

Materials

Walnut

PAIR OF ANTIQUE WILLIAM MORRIS WiNGBACK ARMCHAIRS HAND DYED CIGAR BROWN LEATHER
By Chesterfield, William Morris (English)
Located in GB
William Morris style fully restored vintage wingback armchairs in Whisky brown leather Please note the
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Pair of Restored Brown Leather circa 1860 Wingback Armchairs Claw and Ball Feet
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in GB
Victorian wingback armchairs restored with Heritage brown leather upholstery These are a very nice pair
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

George III Period Mahogany and Upholstered Wing Armchair, Ca. 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
Of large scale and having substantial wings, loose cushion, raised on turned front legs with original casters and flared rear legs
Category

Antique Early 1800s English George III Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Craftassociates Chairs, Peabody Modern Boucle Chairs, Wing, Teak
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Lawrence Peabody Manufacturer: Craft Associates Furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century
Category

2010s American Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Early 18th Century Walnut Wing Chair
Located in Lymington, GB
wingback chair is raised on well-drawn carved cabriole legs. With a lovely kick on the back legs
Category

Antique Early 18th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Early 18th Century Walnut Wing Chair
Early 18th Century Walnut Wing Chair
H 41.74 in W 34.45 in D 26.78 in
George II Mahogany Wing Chair
Located in Reepham, GB
This antique English wing chair dates back to the early 18th century during the George II period
Category

Antique Early 18th Century Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

George II Mahogany Wing Chair
George II Mahogany Wing Chair
H 45.67 in W 27.56 in D 25.6 in
Art Nouveau Wing Chair Thonet Nr.6541, since 1904
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
A rare Wing chair was manufactured in Austria by the Gebrüder Thonet company. Completely newly
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Belle Époque Wingback Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Modern Wing Chair in Grey Felt by Lawrence Peabody
By Craft Associates, Lawrence Peabody
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This modern wing chair in grey felt by Lawrence Peabody is expertly handcrafted and upholstered
Category

2010s Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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Period Wingback Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of period wingback chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique period wingback chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, mahogany and fabric. There are all kinds of period wingback chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Period wingback chairs bearing Georgian or Baroque hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs.

How Much are Period Wingback Chairs?

Period wingback chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $7,467, while the lowest priced sells for $1,320 and the highest can go for as much as $39,316.

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 Period Wingback Chairs
  • 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.