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Retro Armchair
Retro Armchair

Retro Armchair

Located in Praha, CZ

The armchair is from the 1970s, it is in nice original condition. No more serious defects, without

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Retro Armchair
Retro Armchair

Retro Armchair

Located in Praha, CZ

The chair is in original condition. Wood mesh, upholstery for renovation. See photo.

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Swedish Teak Retro Armchairs Vintage, 1960s
Pair of Swedish Teak Retro Armchairs Vintage, 1960s

Pair of Swedish Teak Retro Armchairs Vintage, 1960s

Located in London, GB

Pair of Swedish teak retro armchairs vintage, 1960s A stunning pair of solid teak vintage

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Midcentury Yellow Retro Armchair
Midcentury Yellow Retro Armchair

Midcentury Yellow Retro Armchair

Located in Chorzów, PL

A Classic of the Polish, 1960s. The chair has been renovated and upholstered with new fabric. Measures: Seat height 42 cm.

Category

Vintage 1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Walnut

Midcentury Blue Retro Armchair
Midcentury Blue Retro Armchair

Midcentury Blue Retro Armchair

Located in Chorzów, PL

They are after renovation, the upholstery has been changed to blue check.   

Category

Vintage 1970s Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Walnut

Midcentury Red Retro Armchair from 1960s
Midcentury Red Retro Armchair from 1960s

Midcentury Red Retro Armchair from 1960s

By Henryk Lis

Located in Chorzów, PL

Midcentury red armchair Renovated and upholstered with a new fabric.  

Category

Vintage 1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Walnut

Midcentury Yellow Retro Armchairs from 1960s
Midcentury Yellow Retro Armchairs from 1960s

Midcentury Yellow Retro Armchairs from 1960s

Located in Chorzów, PL

Pair of midcentury yellow armchairs. Renovated and upholstered with a new fabric.  

Category

Vintage 1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Walnut

Retro Armchair by Jindřich Halabala, 1960s
Retro Armchair by Jindřich Halabala, 1960s

Retro Armchair by Jindřich Halabala, 1960s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of beech, fabric - Wooden parts are restored - Wooden frame is fixed - Original upholstery - Good, original condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of Two Retro Armchairs, 1950s
Set of Two Retro Armchairs, 1950s

Set of Two Retro Armchairs, 1950s

Located in Praha, CZ

- nordic design - made in Czechoslovakia - made of wood, original upholstery - wooden parts has some signs of use. Suitable for renovation upholstery - original condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Midcentury Deep Red Retro Armchairs from 1960s
Midcentury Deep Red Retro Armchairs from 1960s

Midcentury Deep Red Retro Armchairs from 1960s

Located in Chorzów, PL

Pair of Midcentury red armchairs. Renovated and upholstered with a new fabric.    

Category

Vintage 1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Walnut

Pair of Danish Retro Armchairs Vintage 1950s
Pair of Danish Retro Armchairs Vintage 1950s

Pair of Danish Retro Armchairs Vintage 1950s

Located in London, GB

A stunning pair of Danish armchairs, dating from the 1950s. The condition is superb throughout, the

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Danish Retro Armchairs Vintage, 1950s
Pair of Danish Retro Armchairs Vintage, 1950s

Pair of Danish Retro Armchairs Vintage, 1950s

Located in London, GB

A stunning pair of his and hers armchairs, these date from the 1950-1960s and are beautifully made

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Abalone, Fabric

Pair of Danish Retro Armchairs Vintage, 1950s
Pair of Danish Retro Armchairs Vintage, 1950s

Pair of Danish Retro Armchairs Vintage, 1950s

Located in London, GB

A beautiful and very comfortable pair of armchairs, these were imported from Denmark and they date

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Cherry

Retro Armchair by Jacques Groag Vintage, 1950s
Retro Armchair by Jacques Groag Vintage, 1950s

Retro Armchair by Jacques Groag Vintage, 1950s

By Jacques Groag

Located in London, GB

A very stylish and ultra-rare armchair, this was designed by Jacques Groag and was made by

Category

Vintage 1940s English Armchairs

Two Yellow Retro Armchairs, 1960s, Similar to Halabala
Two Yellow Retro Armchairs, 1960s, Similar to Halabala

Two Yellow Retro Armchairs, 1960s, Similar to Halabala

Located in Chorzów, PL

Two yellow armchairs come from Poland, from 1960s. Renovated and reupholstered with new yellow

Category

Vintage 1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Pair of Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950
Pair of Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950

Pair of Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of wood, fabric - Very good original condition

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Midcentury Yellow Retro Armchairs 300-190 by H. Lis
Midcentury Yellow Retro Armchairs 300-190 by H. Lis

Midcentury Yellow Retro Armchairs 300-190 by H. Lis

By Henryk Lis

Located in Chorzów, PL

The armchair model 300-190 was designed by Henryk Lis. They were produced in 1972-1973 by Bialskie

Category

Vintage 1970s Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Walnut

Pair of Retro Armchairs by Tatra Nabytok Vintage, 1950s
Pair of Retro Armchairs by Tatra Nabytok Vintage, 1950s

Pair of Retro Armchairs by Tatra Nabytok Vintage, 1950s

By Tatra

Located in London, GB

A stunning pair of armchairs, these were designed by Tatra Nabytok and were made in Czechoslovakia

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Armchairs

Materials

Wool

Retro Armchair by Heal's Vintage 1950s, Wool Kvadrat Fabric
Retro Armchair by Heal's Vintage 1950s, Wool Kvadrat Fabric

Retro Armchair by Heal's Vintage 1950s, Wool Kvadrat Fabric

By Heal's

Located in London, GB

A stunning and extremely comfortable armchair, this dates from the 1950s and was originally

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Armchairs

Materials

Wool

Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s
Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made of oakwood - Made in Czechoslovakia - Partially restored - Upholstery has some signs of use. Suitable for renovation upholstery - Wooden frame fixed - Very good, Original...

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Retro Armchairs, Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s
Pair of Retro Armchairs, Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

Pair of Retro Armchairs, Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of beech wood, new upholstery - Completely restored

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s
Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made of beechwood - Made in Czechoslovakia - Upholstery has some signs of use. Suitable for renovation upholstery - Solid construction - Original condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Retro Armchair by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody, 1950s
Retro Armchair by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody, 1950s

Retro Armchair by Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody, 1950s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of oak wood, fabric - Very good, original condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s
Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made of oakwood - Made in Czechoslovakia - Partially restored - Upholstery has some signs of use. Suitable for renovation upholstery - Wooden frame fixed - Very good, original...

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s
Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made of oakwood - Made in Czechoslovakia - Wooden parts and upholstery has some signs of use - Original condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s
Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made of oakwood - Made in Czechoslovakia - Upholstery has some signs of use. Suitable for renovation upholstery - Original condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s
Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made of beech wood - Made in Czechoslovakia - Seat has new foam filling - Upholstery has some signs of use - Solid construction - Very good, original condition - Very comfort...

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s
Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

Set of Two Retro Armchairs by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

Made of oakwood Made in Czechoslovakia Upholstery has some signs of use. Suitable for renovation upholstery Armrest and legs be loose Original condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Swedish Retro Armchair in the Style of Axel Einar Hjorth
Swedish Retro Armchair in the Style of Axel Einar Hjorth

Swedish Retro Armchair in the Style of Axel Einar Hjorth

By Axel Einar Hjorth

Located in Kramfors, SE

Armchair in the style of Axel Einar Hjorth from Sweden. The armchair is from the 1920s to 1930s and

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Pine

Rosewood and Leather Retro Armchair by AJ Milne, Vintage, 1940s
Rosewood and Leather Retro Armchair by AJ Milne, Vintage, 1940s

Rosewood and Leather Retro Armchair by AJ Milne, Vintage, 1940s

Located in London, GB

An absolutely stunning and iconic armchair in solid rosewood, this was designed by AJ Milne in 1947

Category

Vintage 1940s English Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

Set of Two Retro Armchairs Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1940s
Set of Two Retro Armchairs Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1940s

Set of Two Retro Armchairs Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1940s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of wood, fabric - Suitable for upholstery renovation - Good, original condition - Very comfortable.

Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Two Retro Armchairs Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s
Set of Two Retro Armchairs Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

Set of Two Retro Armchairs Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1950s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of wood, fabric - Upholstery has some signs use - Good, original condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Two Retro Armchairs Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1940s
Set of Two Retro Armchairs Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1940s

Set of Two Retro Armchairs Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1940s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of wood, fabric - Good, original upholstery - Good, original condition.

Category

Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1960s Pair of Swedish Retro Armchairs by Folke Ohlsson for DUX
1960s Pair of Swedish Retro Armchairs by Folke Ohlsson for DUX

1960s Pair of Swedish Retro Armchairs by Folke Ohlsson for DUX

By Folke Ohlsson

Located in London, GB

A very stylish pair of vintage Swedish armchairs, these date from the 1960s. They were designed by

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Blue Retro Armchairs by Henryk Lis, Model 300-190, Polish Design, 1970
Blue Retro Armchairs by Henryk Lis, Model 300-190, Polish Design, 1970

Blue Retro Armchairs by Henryk Lis, Model 300-190, Polish Design, 1970

By Henryk Lis

Located in Chorzów, PL

Set of two vintage armchairs after renovation of the Mid-Century Modern period. This is after

Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Set of 4 Retro Armchairs, Danish Design, 1960s
Set of 4 Retro Armchairs, Danish Design, 1960s

Set of 4 Retro Armchairs, Danish Design, 1960s

Located in Chorzów, PL

This set of armchairs comes from Denmark from the 1960s. They were reupholstered with new black and

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Yellow Armchair with Pull-Out Footrest, 1960
Mid-Century Modern Yellow Armchair with Pull-Out Footrest, 1960

Mid-Century Modern Yellow Armchair with Pull-Out Footrest, 1960

Located in Chorzów, PL

Unique retro armchair with pull-out footrest that can be easly hiden. Made in Denmark, in circa

Category

Vintage 1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Black & White Midcentury Modern Armchairs, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Pair of Black & White Midcentury Modern Armchairs, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

Pair of Black & White Midcentury Modern Armchairs, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

Located in Chorzów, PL

A pair of black and white retro armchairs. Made in Czechoslovakia in the 1960s. After renovation

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Restored Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Frame Armchair Lounge Chairs in Blue
Restored Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Frame Armchair Lounge Chairs in Blue

Restored Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Frame Armchair Lounge Chairs in Blue

Located in Chattanooga, TN

blue fabric. The quintessential retro armchair is sure to steal the show in your atomic age home. This

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Fully Restored Pair of Rare Italian Light Blue Velvet Lounge Chairs
Fully Restored Pair of Rare Italian Light Blue Velvet Lounge Chairs

Fully Restored Pair of Rare Italian Light Blue Velvet Lounge Chairs

Located in Rome, IT

Set of two rare armchairs designed and produced in Italy during the 1950s. These original retro

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Reupholstered Pair of Rare Italian Light Blue Velvet Lounge Chairs, 1950s
Reupholstered Pair of Rare Italian Light Blue Velvet Lounge Chairs, 1950s

Reupholstered Pair of Rare Italian Light Blue Velvet Lounge Chairs, 1950s

Located in Rome, IT

Set of two rare armchairs designed and produced in Italy during the 1950s. These original retro

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Mid-century armchair by Meblo Yugoslavia 1970s
Mid-century armchair by Meblo Yugoslavia 1970s

Mid-century armchair by Meblo Yugoslavia 1970s

By Meblo

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

. This retro armchair is not just a functional piece of furniture; it's a statement that adds character

Category

Mid-20th Century Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Textile, Wood

1960s Retro Two Chrome Retro Vinyl Armchairs
1960s Retro Two Chrome Retro Vinyl Armchairs

1960s Retro Two Chrome Retro Vinyl Armchairs

Located in Markington, GB

Classic retro look. Price is for two chairs. Measures: Seat height: 48cm, back height 82cm, depth: 57cm

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Retro Yellow Wingback Armchair, 1950s
Retro Yellow Wingback Armchair, 1950s

Retro Yellow Wingback Armchair, 1950s

Located in Chorzów, PL

Vintage armchair comes from Poland from circa 1950s. This armchair has been renovated an

Category

Vintage 1950s Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Oak

1960 Retro Vintage Swivel Brown Leather Retro Office / Armchair
1960 Retro Vintage Swivel Brown Leather Retro Office / Armchair

1960 Retro Vintage Swivel Brown Leather Retro Office / Armchair

By De Sede

Located in Markington, GB

1960 swivel leather retro arm chair 1960 swivel leather retro arm chair, lots of patina on the

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Armchairs Retro, Poland, 1960
Midcentury Armchairs Retro, Poland, 1960

Midcentury Armchairs Retro, Poland, 1960

Located in Chorzów, PL

Set of two vintage armchairs after renovation of the Mid-Century Modern period. This is after

Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Retro Cherrywood Armchair Vintage, 1950s
Retro Cherrywood Armchair Vintage, 1950s

Retro Cherrywood Armchair Vintage, 1950s

Located in London, GB

A beautifully designed and very comfortable armchair in solid cherrywood, this dates from the 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s English Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry

Midcentury Armchair Retro, Danish Design, 1960s
Midcentury Armchair Retro, Danish Design, 1960s

Midcentury Armchair Retro, Danish Design, 1960s

Located in Chorzów, PL

This midcentury modern armchair comes from Denmark from 1960s. Made of walnut wood. This item is

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Retro Golden Yellow Velvet 1960s Armchairs
Retro Golden Yellow Velvet 1960s Armchairs

Retro Golden Yellow Velvet 1960s Armchairs

Located in Baambrugge, NL

Velvet 1960s armchairs. With nice details such as fringes and a decorative tassel on the armrests

Category

Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Danish Retro Teak Armchair Vintage, 1960s
Danish Retro Teak Armchair Vintage, 1960s

Danish Retro Teak Armchair Vintage, 1960s

Located in London, GB

A stylish and very comfortable Danish teak armchair, this dates from circa 1960s. We have had this

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Pair of Retro Swedish Armchairs Vintage
Pair of Retro Swedish Armchairs Vintage

Pair of Retro Swedish Armchairs Vintage

Located in London, GB

A stunning pair of armchairs, these were made in Sweden during the 1950s. We have had them fully

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Wood

Retro Swivel Desk Armchair, Vintage, 1950s
Retro Swivel Desk Armchair, Vintage, 1950s

Retro Swivel Desk Armchair, Vintage, 1950s

Located in London, GB

several other spectacular designer armchairs, which also makes us think this is quite special! It is

Category

Vintage 1950s English Armchairs

Retro Chrome Armchairs, Kodreta Myjava, 1980s
Retro Chrome Armchairs, Kodreta Myjava, 1980s

Retro Chrome Armchairs, Kodreta Myjava, 1980s

By Viliam Chlebo

Located in Praha, CZ

- Designed by Viliam Chlebo - Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of chrome, fabric - Original condition.

Category

Vintage 1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Retro Adjustable Armchair by Thonet, Czechoslovakia
Retro Adjustable Armchair by Thonet, Czechoslovakia

Retro Adjustable Armchair by Thonet, Czechoslovakia

By Thonet

Located in Praha, CZ

- 1922 - made of beechwood, new upholstery - completely restored.

Category

Vintage 1920s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Retro 1970s Armchair with Soft Blue Fabric
Retro 1970s Armchair with Soft Blue Fabric

Retro 1970s Armchair with Soft Blue Fabric

Located in Paris, FR

Armchair retro 1970s with structure in solid wood. Upholstered and covered with soft blue fabric.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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Retro Armchairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of retro armchairs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique retro armchairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, animal skin and leather. There are all kinds of retro armchairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Retro armchairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many retro armchairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Jindrich Halabala, Ingmar Relling and Chesterfield produced popular retro armchairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Retro Armchairs?

Prices for retro armchairs start at $276 and top out at $4,877 with the average selling for $1,125.

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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