Silver Wingback
Glam Pair of Silver Painted French Wingback Chairs with Cheetah Upholstery
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Gorgeous pair of vintage French style painted wingback armchairs upholstered in a soft brown
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Louis XV Wingback Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Giltwood
Hollywood Regency White Wingback Armchair
Located in New York, NY
Modern Hollywood Regency white faux snakeskin wingback arm chair with silver-toned studs, on four
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wingback Chairs
Materials
Metal
Newly Upholstered 19th Century English Mahogany Wingback Chair
Located in Charleston, SC
ZAG SILK SATIN FABRIC RODEO SILVER COLORWAY: WILSHIRE WHITE
CONTENTS: 82% LINEN 18%.
Category
Antique 19th Century English Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Sublime Pair of Howard & Son's William Morris Walnut Framed Wingback Armchairs
By Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard and Sons
Located in GB
stamped Victorian Howard & Son’s Berners street, William Morris style wingback armchairs with removable
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 42.33 in W 31.7 in D 32.88 in
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
H 45.87 in W 31.7 in D 32.88 in
Giorgio 'Alchemy' Upholstered Bed Lizard Printed Leather Wingback Headboard
By Giorgio Collection
Located in New York, NY
Fully upholstered king size bed in first grade silver lizard printed leather.
Buttoned wingback
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Bedroom Sets
Materials
Leather
H 59.5 in W 93 in D 91 in
Karl Nothhelfer very rare SET of 2 Wingback Armchairs & Sofa 1950s solid Cherry
Located in Kumhausen, DE
just beautiful
SET of Sofa & 2 Wingback Armchairs
by Prof. Karl Nothelfer - Designed in 1957
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Fabric, Cherry
H 29.14 in W 70.08 in D 27.56 in
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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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Pr. Leather Wingback Chairs with Ball and Claw Feet and Nailhead Studs
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Exceptional pair of wing back chairs, originally from the historic Fort William Henry Hotel, in Lake George NY. The chairs have leather upholstery with decorative nailhead studs, wit...
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Early 20th Century American Chippendale Wingback Chairs
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Oversized Carved Mahogany Ball and Claw Chippendale Style Wingback Arm Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
High quality solid carved mahogany Chippendale style wing back bergere armchair. Item features an exaggerated shapely winged back, interior armrests with exposed wood supports, four ...
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Late 20th Century American Chippendale Bergere Chairs
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H 48.5 in W 35 in D 37 in
David Mazel Tov LifeGuard Chair, Handcrafted Maple Coastal Inspiration Seating
By Louie George Michael
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This chair is named in honor of the famous lifeguard. David Mazel Tov is a design focused on perspectives and it allows two people to co-exist in a space with different points of vie...
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2010s Canadian Post-Modern Chairs
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Magnificent Louis XVI Carved Wood and Linen Sofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A gorgeous 19th century sofa bought in Avignon France having stunning carvings, original wood casters, and all new cotton/linen upholstery including two pillows.
Measures: Seat heig...
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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Sofas
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Pair of 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Fabulous pair of Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI style giltwood side chairs. These highly detailed French gilt chairs have beautifully detailed identical front and rear legs (super...
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
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Alfred Christensen High Back Easy Chair in Beech with Open Armrests 1940's
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Alfred Christensen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic elegant Danish High back lounge chair from the 1940s by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk with open armrests in beautifully curved stained beech. Nice slim elegant s...
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
H 39.25 in W 29.5 in D 29 in
Travel Alarm Clock in Brass and Faux Snakeskin from "GW", Germany, ca 1950's
Located in Grythyttan, SE
Introducing a Timeless Treasure: Vintage travel alarm clock in brass and faux snakeskin from "GW," Germany!
Elevate your décor and embark on a journey through time with our exquisite...
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Materials
Brass
H 1.19 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in
Vintage Boho Wood Trimmed Wing Back Chair
By Schumacher
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Boho wingback chair. A chic Schumacher Ikat print in beautiful shades of blue. Hand carved wood carved detail. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
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Late 20th Century American Wingback Chairs
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Wood
Tall Back Carved Walnut French Louis XVI Bergère Wing Chair, Circa 1920
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...
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Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of 19th Century French Régence Style Children's Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 19th century French Régence style Children's chairs.
Stunning pair of 19th century French Régence style children's chairs or child's chairs. These antique French Regence sty...
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Antique Early 19th Century French Régence Children's Furniture
Materials
Tapestry, Wood
VINTAGE CIRCA 1930'S ENGLISH OAK ARMCHAIR WiTH LIBERTY'S LONDON IANTHE FABRIC
By Liberty of London
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale absolutely stunning vintage circa 1930's English Wingback armchair with removable Liberty's London Ianthe fa...
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
H 38 in W 30.71 in D 32.88 in
Georgian Style English Leather Wing Armchair
Located in London, GB
This very unusual looking and handsome Georgian styled English leather wing armchair features a deep buttoned back and scrolled arm rests as well as the winged sides. The chair stand...
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2010s British Wingback Chairs
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Antique French Carved Mahogany Wing Chairs in Schumacher Fabric, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of antique French carved mahogany wing chairs in a vintage Schumacher red and white fabric. They have brass trimmed nailheads and carved scrolled arms. They are unmark...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Wingback Chairs
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Brass
Unusual Antique Austrian Bronze Chess Set by Franz Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in London, GB
Unusual antique Austrian bronze chess set by Franz Bergman
Austrian, circa 1905
Largest piece height 7cm, diameter 3cm
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Early 20th Century Austrian Games
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Bronze
Regency circa 1815 Fluted Barrel Back Leather Wing Armchair and Matching Stool
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare original hand dyed Regency circa 1815 fluted barrel back armchair and matching footstool
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Antique 1810s English Regency Wingback Chairs
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By Jecco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of wonderful and petite wingback chairs with silver legs and chrome nailheads. Covered in
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Vintage 1950s American Wingback Chairs
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Chrome
Early 20th Century French Upholstered Wing Chair
Located in Birmingham, AL
Early 20th century French wing chair. Freshly upholstered in dark grey flannel with silver
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Early 20th Century French Country Wingback Chairs
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Oak
Early 20th Century French Upholstered Wing Chair
Located in Birmingham, AL
Early 20th century French wing chair. Freshly upholstered in dark grey flannel with silver
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Early 20th Century French Country Wingback Chairs
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1950s Italian Venetian Pair of Armchairs in Hollywood Regency Style
Located in London, GB
A pair of rare unusual shape armchairs in Hollywood Regency style,
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20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Wingback Chairs
Chippendale Style Pale Mahogany Antique English Wing Chair, circa 1880
Located in Houston, TX
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Antique 1880s English Chippendale Wingback Chairs
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Pair of antique grey/silver wingback armchairs, France, circa 1920.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A set of two armchairs, France, circa 1920.
Very good condition, after professional renovation of the wood and replacement of the upholstery with a new one.
dimensions: height 106 ...
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Vintage 1920s French Louis Philippe Armchairs
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Pair of Modern Sculptural Wingback Lounge Chairs in Grey Silver Velvet
By Baker Furniture Company, Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Houston, TX
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20th Century American Chippendale Wingback Chairs
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Velvet
Italian 1950s Wingback Armchair
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in London, GB
A beautifully designed and very comfortable wingback armchair in crushed silver grey velvet
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Vintage 1950s Italian Wingback Chairs
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Brass
Edward Ferrell Modern Upholstered Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Armchair
By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1
Located in West Hartford, CT
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Located in West Hartford, CT
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Pair Of Stunning Louis Style Tall Wingback Armchairs
Located in East Hampton, NY
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Vintage 1940s French Wingback Chairs
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Vintage Tall Wingback Reading Chair with Elegant Scalamandre Paisley Upholstery
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning vintage tall wingback chair as it stands taller than most. Recently upholstered in a
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H 50.5 in W 33 in D 27 in
Pair of Early 20th Century Neoclassic Swedish Light Gray Wingback Chairs
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair of Swedish wingback chairs, circa 1920-1940, painted a light gray with silver highlights
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Early 20th Century Swedish Wingback Chairs
Pair of Mid-20th Century French Carved Wood and Upholstered Wingback Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
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20th Century French Wingback Chairs
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Carved Silver Leaf Parlor Wing Chair
Located in North York, ON
Hand carved to perfection this "Love Birds" wing parlor chair has been antique silver leafed to
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Vintage 1950s Italian Wingback Chairs
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Pair of Louis XV Style Painted and Silver Gilt Armchairs C. 1930
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Louis XV style painted and silver gilt armchairs upholstered in burlap upholstery.
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Vintage 1930s French Wingback Chairs
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Louis XV Style Silver Gilt Wing Back Bergere Chair Faux Blue Ostrich Upholstery
Located in Stamford, CT
Louis XV style silver gilt wing back or bergere chair in a fine custom faux blue Ostrich upholstery
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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Wingback Chairs
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Upholstery, Wood
H 41.5 in W 28.5 in D 31 in
1960s Danish Midcentury Black Leather Chair by Soren Hansen for Fritz Hansen
By Frits Hansen/Soren Hansen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A super stylish 1960s model ‘4365’ Wingback chair designed by Soren Hansen for Fritz Hansen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
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Pair of Hollywood Regency High Back Chairs
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Redding, CT
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Wingback Chairs
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Italian Pair of Mid-Century Armchairs in the Manner of Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Austin, TX
, Genoa silver velvet upholstery (new), with lacquered steel and brass legs. Very comfortable, sleek style
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
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French Wing Chair
Located in Essex, MA
stretchers, newly upholstered in slate blue upholstery with antiqued silver metal studs.
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Early 20th Century American Wingback Chairs
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Located in North York, ON
contrasting dark wood legs with silver tips. A perfect pair for a relaxed yet chic sitting room.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
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By Century Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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By Paolo Buffa
Located in Houston, TX
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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By Vladimir Kagan
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Exceptional Set of Wingback Swivel Chairs on Rosewood by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Westport, CT
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Located in Greding, DE
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Walnut veneer.
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1960s Italian 'Elda' Joe Columbo Swivel White Fibreglass & Leather Lounge Chair
By Joe Colombo, Comfort, Italy
Located in London, GB
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By Custom Craft Inc., Paul McCobb
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Located in Evergreen, CO
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Large Claw and Ball Feet Sinclair Matthews Floral Upholstered Wingback Armchair
By William Morris (English)
Located in GB
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H 46.07 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
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Located in Benington, Herts
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Located in Rio Vista, CA
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By Drexel, Jim Peed
Located in Chicago, IL
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Very Rare Victorian 1860 Howard & Sons Fully Restored Wingback Sofa Armchair
By Howard and Sons
Located in GB
& Son’s Berners street fully restored wingback sofa
This sofa has been on a journey, it has been
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Sofas
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Upholstery
H 43.9 in W 57.09 in D 31.89 in
2 Harden White Leather and Nailhead Trim Wingback Club Chairs Arm Library Modern
By Harden Furniture 1
Located in Dayton, OH
Two Harden Furniture wingback chairs. Made in McConnellsville NY in 2011. Upholstered in leather
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Late 20th Century Modern Armchairs
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Leather
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Stanley Friedman Wingback Chair
Located in Larkspur, CA
original silver leafed and chagreen leather. Circa 1990.
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Antique 19th Century Wingback Chairs
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By Olek 1, Todd Merrill
Located in New York, NY
silver threads and appliqués throughout.
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Located in Miami, FL
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By Frits Henningsen, Edward Wormley
Located in Loves Park, IL
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Early 20th Century Wing Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Light Blue with Silver Wing Chairs
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20th Century American Wingback Chairs
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A pair of large wing chairs from France c.1910 with a pale beechwood frame
Located in Houston, TX
stripes. Each chair is further highlighted with a line of silvered nail heads that traverse the line
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Early 20th Century French Wingback Chairs
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Beech, Linen
A Dramatic Set of Four High Wing Back Grand Salon Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Over the top! These impactful overscale wingback armchairs are extra tall and very heavy. Silver
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Mark Brazier-Jones Jaba Chaise Longue circa 1997
By Mark Brazier-Jones
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
heavy solid silvered bronze frame with scaled serpents legs and feet with talons to the front of the
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1990s English Baroque Chaise Longues
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Bronze
19th Cent. Hepplewhite Mahogany Wingback Chair in Light Turqouise Striae Velvet
Located in Pau, FR
Early 19th century Hepplewhite mahogany wingback chair on brass casters,
upholstered in light
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Velvet, Mahogany
H 45.5 in W 29 in D 30 in
Pair of Modern Wingback Chairs in Zebra Printed Cowhide and Faux Shagreen
By Sally Sirkin Lewis, Robert Scott
Located in Bridport, CT
This is an amazing pair of wingback chairs by Sally Sirkin Lewis for J. Robert Scott. Back and arms
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1990s American Modern Wingback Chairs
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Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1990s high back dramatic wingback chair, upholstered in Schumacher linen blend dragon pattern
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20th Century Wingback Chairs
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Silver Wingback For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal silver wingback for your home. A silver wingback — often made from fabric, wood and upholstery — can elevate any home. Find 7 options for an antique or vintage silver wingback now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer silver wingback, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A silver wingback is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Art Deco and louis xv styles are sought with frequency. A well-made silver wingback has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Joe Colombo, Comfort, Italy and Howard and Sons are consistently popular.
How Much is a Silver Wingback?
Prices for a silver wingback start at $550 and top out at $19,355 with the average selling for $9,243.
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.
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