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Antique French 19th Napoleon III Toad Armchair In Velvet
Antique French 19th Napoleon III Toad Armchair In Velvet

Antique French 19th Napoleon III Toad Armchair In Velvet

Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire

The armchair is extremely comfortable, thanks to its wide armrests, its enveloping backrest and its wide seat. The perfect armchair for a reading corner where you won't want to give ...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Velvet

Hollywood Regency Napoleon III Style Gilt Rope & Tassel Chairs in Leopard Velvet
Hollywood Regency Napoleon III Style Gilt Rope & Tassel Chairs in Leopard Velvet

Hollywood Regency Napoleon III Style Gilt Rope & Tassel Chairs in Leopard Velvet

By Napoléon III, Niccolini, Dorothy Draper

Located in Saint Louis, MO

This pair of Italian Hollywood Regency Rope and Tassel Gilt Armchairs in new leopard velvet upholstery will stop anyone in their tracks.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood, Giltwood, Upholstery

Hollywood Regency Napoleon III Style Gilt Rope & Tassel Armchairs and Ottomans
Hollywood Regency Napoleon III Style Gilt Rope & Tassel Armchairs and Ottomans

Hollywood Regency Napoleon III Style Gilt Rope & Tassel Armchairs and Ottomans

By Niccolini, Dorothy Draper, Napoléon III

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Reign in fast this complete four piece set of Italian gilt rope and tassel armchairs with complimenting en suite ottomans fully professionally restored to their highest level of glam...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Armchairs

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Velvet, Giltwood, Upholstery, Wood

French Napoleon III Armchairs, Walnut, Cream Velvet, Circa 1840-1849
French Napoleon III Armchairs, Walnut, Cream Velvet, Circa 1840-1849

French Napoleon III Armchairs, Walnut, Cream Velvet, Circa 1840-1849

Located in Stockbridge, GA

Those wonderful large armchairs are richly carved and have been refinished. The fabric is cream velvet.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Walnut

Pair of Napoleon III Armchairs with Velvet Upholstery
Pair of Napoleon III Armchairs with Velvet Upholstery

Pair of Napoleon III Armchairs with Velvet Upholstery

Located in High Point, NC

A luxurious pair of Napoleon III armchairs upholstered in velvet, emphasizing comfort and richness.

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Antique 1880s French Armchairs

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Wood

Napoleon III French Deep Button-Back Crapaud Chair, Pierre Frey Velvet
Napoleon III French Deep Button-Back Crapaud Chair, Pierre Frey Velvet

Napoleon III French Deep Button-Back Crapaud Chair, Pierre Frey Velvet

Located in London, GB

A finely proportioned French deep button-back 'Crapaud' chair of the Napoleon III period, circa 1850–60, exhibiting the enveloping comfort and sculptural upholstery characteristic of...

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Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Textile, Upholstery, Velvet, Natural Fiber, Hardwood, Coconut

Antique French Napoleon III 'Crapaud' Tub Chair in Moss Green Velvet
Antique French Napoleon III 'Crapaud' Tub Chair in Moss Green Velvet

Antique French Napoleon III 'Crapaud' Tub Chair in Moss Green Velvet

By Saint Honore Les Bains

Located in London, GB

France, 1860s. Attributed to a Parisian Atelier, Faubourg Saint-Antoine District. This exceptional mid-19th-century Crapaud (toad) chair is a quintessential example of Second Empir...

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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Napoleon III Armchair re-upholstered in Pierre Frey
Napoleon III Armchair re-upholstered in Pierre Frey

Napoleon III Armchair re-upholstered in Pierre Frey

Located in Paddington, NSW

Early 20th-century vintage armchair with a solid carved wooden frame, newly restored in luxurious Pierre Frey fabric. The chair combines rich red velvet along the arms and base with ...

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Vintage 1920s Rococo Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Cotton

Pair of Louis XVI style armchairs, Napoleon III era, France
Pair of Louis XVI style armchairs, Napoleon III era, France

Pair of Louis XVI style armchairs, Napoleon III era, France

Located in Valladolid, ES

An exquisite pair of Louis XVI style armchairs, made during the Napoleon III era (1852-1870) in France. They feature a simple, richly carved wooden frame and are upholstered in taupe...

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Antique 1880s French Louis XVI Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood

Hollywood Regency Style Rope & Tassel Chair with Matching Ottoman in Blue Velvet
Hollywood Regency Style Rope & Tassel Chair with Matching Ottoman in Blue Velvet

Hollywood Regency Style Rope & Tassel Chair with Matching Ottoman in Blue Velvet

Located in New York, NY

Rope and tassel chair with matching ottoman in blue velvet. The chair has a carved wood rope style frame with beautiful, newly upholstered, velvet upholstery. Chair measures: 27.5 W...

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Napoleon III Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Classic Napoleon III style armchair or tête-à-tête has been restyled. It is the perfect conversation piece. This version has turned wooden legs with the traditional Napoleon II...

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2010s American Napoleon III Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Classic Napoleon III style armchair or tête-à-tête has been restyled. It is the perfect conversation piece. This version has turned wooden legs with the traditional Napoleon II...

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2010s American Napoleon III Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

1870s French Napoleon III Floral Striped Velvet Crapaud Armchair
1870s French Napoleon III Floral Striped Velvet Crapaud Armchair

1870s French Napoleon III Floral Striped Velvet Crapaud Armchair

By Maison Krieger

Located in London, GB

An exceptionally elegant French Napoleon III Crapaud (toad) armchair, circa 1875, designed in the distinctive style of the celebrated Parisian workshop Maison Krieger.

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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Chairs

Materials

Brass

1940s, Swedish Napoleon III–style Club / Armchair
1940s, Swedish Napoleon III–style Club / Armchair

1940s, Swedish Napoleon III–style Club / Armchair

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

1940s Swedish Napoleon III–style armchair, upholstered in rich brick-red (brique) velvet jacquard fabric.

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Early 20th Century Norwegian Napoleon III Slipper Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Late 9Th. C. Napoleon III Upholstered Child's Armchair
Late 9Th. C. Napoleon III Upholstered Child's Armchair

Late 9Th. C. Napoleon III Upholstered Child's Armchair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This piece is a diminutive Napoleon II Gothic Revival accent armchair, popular during the mid-to-late 19th century C.1870–1890 The chair features a high, openwork backrest with a ha...

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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

1940s, Pair of Swedish Napoleon III-style Club / Armchairs
1940s, Pair of Swedish Napoleon III-style Club / Armchairs

1940s, Pair of Swedish Napoleon III-style Club / Armchairs

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

Pair of 1940s Swedish Napoleon III–style armchairs, upholstered in rich brick-red (brique) velvet jacquard fabric.

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Napoleon III Slipper Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

19th Century Child’s Velvet Armchair with Decorative Fringe
19th Century Child’s Velvet Armchair with Decorative Fringe

19th Century Child’s Velvet Armchair with Decorative Fringe

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

Charming 19th-century French child’s armchair upholstered in a warm terracotta velvet, adorned with a refined bullion fringe and traditional nailhead trim.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Bergere Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Elm

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Pair of Napoleon III Armchairs
Pair of Napoleon III Armchairs

Pair of Napoleon III Armchairs

Unavailable

H 35 in W 32 in D 38 in

Pair of Napoleon III Armchairs

Located in Washington, DC

Late 19th century pair of Napoleon III armchairs completely redone, glued, reupholstered in sophisticated grey velvet.

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Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Napoleon III Library Chair
Napoleon III Library Chair

Napoleon III Library Chair

Unavailable

H 33 in W 31 in D 31.5 in

Napoleon III Library Chair

Located in New York, NY

Napoleon III library chair, circa 1890. Newly upholstered in smoke velvet with grosgrain button tufted detail.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Antique 19th Century Napoleon III Solid Wood Throne Chair
Antique 19th Century Napoleon III Solid Wood Throne Chair

Antique 19th Century Napoleon III Solid Wood Throne Chair

Unavailable

H 39.38 in W 22.05 in D 20.28 in

Antique 19th Century Napoleon III Solid Wood Throne Chair

Located in Valencia, Valencia

Antique 19th century Napoleon III solid wood throne chair, France. The piece remains in very good condition and has been restored by previous owner.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Wood, Velvet

Antique French Pair of Napoleon III Style Chairs
Antique French Pair of Napoleon III Style Chairs

Antique French Pair of Napoleon III Style Chairs

Unavailable

H 34 in W 25 in D 23 in

Antique French Pair of Napoleon III Style Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Antique French Pair of Napoleon III Style Chairs in Cream Italian Velvet Original French Guafrage Velvet Backs Hand Painted Finish with Gilding

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Antique 19th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Pair of Dagobert Chairs, 19th Century
Pair of Dagobert Chairs, 19th Century

Pair of Dagobert Chairs, 19th Century

Unavailable

H 35 in W 29 in D 22 in

Pair of Dagobert Chairs, 19th Century

Located in Cathedral City, CA

A pair of refinished and re-upholstered 19th century Dagobert Chairs.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Velvet

French 19th century Napoleon III crapaud armchair recovered in velvet
French 19th century Napoleon III crapaud armchair recovered in velvet

French 19th century Napoleon III crapaud armchair recovered in velvet

Located in London, GB

A very beautiful, stylish and extremely comfortable original antique 19th century French, Napoleon III crapaud armchair. Covered in sand coloured 100% cotton velvet textile on stain...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas

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Velvet

Antique French 19th century Napoleon III crapaud armchair recovered in velvet
Antique French 19th century Napoleon III crapaud armchair recovered in velvet

Antique French 19th century Napoleon III crapaud armchair recovered in velvet

Located in London, GB

A very beautiful, stylish and extremely comfortable original antique 19th century French, Napoleon III crapaud armchair. Covered in sand coloured 100% cotton velvet textile on stain...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas

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Velvet

Pair of French 19th century Napoleon III crapaud armchairs in corduroy textile
Pair of French 19th century Napoleon III crapaud armchairs in corduroy textile

Pair of French 19th century Napoleon III crapaud armchairs in corduroy textile

Located in London, GB

A very beautiful, stylish and extremely comfortable pair of original antique 19th century French, Napoleon III crapaud armchairs. Reupholstered in yellow coloured 100% cotton cordur...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Sofas

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Velvet

French Napoleon III Armchair in Red Velvet
French Napoleon III Armchair in Red Velvet

French Napoleon III Armchair in Red Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

Extremely comfortable Napoleon III armchair with tufted back, upholstered in vintage rich red velvet.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet

Napoleon III Style Velvet Crapaud Armchairs, Provence, 1940
Napoleon III Style Velvet Crapaud Armchairs, Provence, 1940

Napoleon III Style Velvet Crapaud Armchairs, Provence, 1940

Located in Astoria, NY

An elegant pair of French mid-20th century Napoleon III style crapaud armchairs, sourced in Provence, France.

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Mid-20th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Velvet, Hardwood

Napoleon III Style Velvet Crapaud Armchair, Provence, 1940
Napoleon III Style Velvet Crapaud Armchair, Provence, 1940

Napoleon III Style Velvet Crapaud Armchair, Provence, 1940

Located in Astoria, NY

An elegant French mid-20th century Napoleon III style crapaud armchair, sourced in Provence, France.

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Mid-20th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood

Pair of French Napoleon III Armchairs in Orange Velvet
Pair of French Napoleon III Armchairs in Orange Velvet

Pair of French Napoleon III Armchairs in Orange Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

Pair of French Napoleon III style armchairs in bright orange velvet with contrasting bullion fringe.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Velvet

Pair of Gold Velvet Napoleon III Armchairs
Pair of Gold Velvet Napoleon III Armchairs

Pair of Gold Velvet Napoleon III Armchairs

Located in Buchanan, NY

Pair of French 19th century armchairs in gold velvet with fringe and one is slightly larger than the other.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

French Napoleon III Armchair in Gold Velvet
French Napoleon III Armchair in Gold Velvet

French Napoleon III Armchair in Gold Velvet

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H 31.5 in W 29.5 in D 29 in

French Napoleon III Armchair in Gold Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

French 19th century armchair with a rounded back in gold velvet and bouillon fringe. The upholstery is not new and needs to be replaced. The chair is structurally sound and ready to ...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

Large French Napoleon III Armchair in Gold Velvet
Large French Napoleon III Armchair in Gold Velvet

Large French Napoleon III Armchair in Gold Velvet

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H 34.5 in W 33.5 in D 33.5 in

Large French Napoleon III Armchair in Gold Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

A luxurious large French Napoleon III armchair in gold velvet. The perfect combination of vintage luxury and modern style, this 19th century Napoleon III armchair has been restored f...

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Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Upholstery

French Napoleon III Armchair in Geometric Patterned Velvet
French Napoleon III Armchair in Geometric Patterned Velvet

French Napoleon III Armchair in Geometric Patterned Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

French 19th century Napoleon III arm chair upholstered in a blue, green and white geometric patterned velvet with contrasting bullion fringe. The chair is in good condition but the f...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Fabric

French Napoleon III Style Armchair in Green Gold Velvet
French Napoleon III Style Armchair in Green Gold Velvet

French Napoleon III Style Armchair in Green Gold Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

French Napoleon III style armchair in green velvet with bullion fringe. 

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Antique Early 1900s French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Fabric

French Napoleon III Style Armchair in Green Gold Velvet
French Napoleon III Style Armchair in Green Gold Velvet

French Napoleon III Style Armchair in Green Gold Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

French Napoleon III style armchair in green velvet with bullion fringe. 

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Antique Early 1900s French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Fabric

French Napoleon III Style Crapaud Armchairs in Golden Yellow Velvet - A Pair
French Napoleon III Style Crapaud Armchairs in Golden Yellow Velvet - A Pair

French Napoleon III Style Crapaud Armchairs in Golden Yellow Velvet - A Pair

Located in Astoria, NY

An elegant pair of French mid-20th century Napoleon III style crapaud armchairs, sourced in Provence, France.

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Mid-20th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Velvet, Hardwood

19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs W/ Golden Yellow Velvet - A Pair
19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs W/ Golden Yellow Velvet - A Pair

19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs W/ Golden Yellow Velvet - A Pair

Located in Astoria, NY

A traditional pair of late 19th-century Napoleon III armchairs, sourced from Provence, France.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Pair of French Napoleon III Tufted Armchairs in Red Velvet
Pair of French Napoleon III Tufted Armchairs in Red Velvet

Pair of French Napoleon III Tufted Armchairs in Red Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

A pair of large French 19th century tufted armchairs upholstered in red velvet with matching bullion fringe. The armchairs are in very good vintage condition, and while the upholster...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Fabric

Pair of Scrolled Back Napoleon III Armchairs in Persimmon Velvet
Pair of Scrolled Back Napoleon III Armchairs in Persimmon Velvet

Pair of Scrolled Back Napoleon III Armchairs in Persimmon Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

An elaborately upholstered pair of French armchairs with scrolled backs. The vintage fabric is a rich orange / persimmon velvet that is accented by a braided rope along the arms and ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Armchairs

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Velvet

Pair of French Napoleon III Style Armchairs in Faded Green Velvet
Pair of French Napoleon III Style Armchairs in Faded Green Velvet

Pair of French Napoleon III Style Armchairs in Faded Green Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

A classic pair of Napoleon III-style armchairs. Crafted in the late 19th century, these elegant chairs feature cabriole legs with added casters on the front legs to provide a beautif...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Fabric

Pair of French 19th C. Napoleon III Tufted Armchairs in Green Velvet
Pair of French 19th C. Napoleon III Tufted Armchairs in Green Velvet

Pair of French 19th C. Napoleon III Tufted Armchairs in Green Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

Very comfortable pair of French 19th century Napoleon III armchairs, circa 1880. The chairs are upholstered in rich green velvet with matching bullion fringe.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

French Napoleon III Armchair
French Napoleon III Armchair

French Napoleon III Armchair

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H 36 in W 31 in D 32 in

French Napoleon III Armchair

Located in Buchanan, NY

19th C French armchair upholstered in oatmeal color velvet with matching bouillon fringe

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Antique 19th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Velvet

French Tufted Napoleon III Armchair in Sage Green Velvet
French Tufted Napoleon III Armchair in Sage Green Velvet

French Tufted Napoleon III Armchair in Sage Green Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

This late 19th century armchair, originating from the Napoleon III period, presents a blend of comfort and elegance.

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Antique Late 19th Century Armchairs

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Fabric

Pair of Napoleon III Armchairs in Pierre Frey Velvet, France circa 1870
Pair of Napoleon III Armchairs in Pierre Frey Velvet, France circa 1870

Pair of Napoleon III Armchairs in Pierre Frey Velvet, France circa 1870

Located in Culver City, CA

France, 1870 “Shield back” armchairs, newly upholstered in Pierre Frey velvet. 31”w x 28”d x 40.5”h x 12”seat Ref. CHAIR1336 $ 10,200 pair

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Antique 1870s French Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Antique French 19th Napoleon III Armchair & Ottoman
Antique French 19th Napoleon III Armchair & Ottoman

Antique French 19th Napoleon III Armchair & Ottoman

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H 35.44 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

Antique French 19th Napoleon III Armchair & Ottoman

Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire

The armchair is extremely comfortable, thanks to its wide armrests, its large backrest and its wide seat. The perfect armchair for a reading corner where you won't want to give up yo...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Velvet

Pair of Napoleon III Armchairs, France Circa 1860
Pair of Napoleon III Armchairs, France Circa 1860

Pair of Napoleon III Armchairs, France Circa 1860

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H 32.25 in W 32 in L 32.25 in

Pair of Napoleon III Armchairs, France Circa 1860

Located in Culver City, CA

Pair of Napoleon III armchairs France Circa 1860 Original velvet upholstery and fringe, on ebonised legs.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Folding Armchairs
Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Folding Armchairs

Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Folding Armchairs

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H 34.26 in W 23.63 in D 24.81 in

Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Folding Armchairs

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

Reupholstered in red velvet. Napoleon III period. Labelled Phelippeau Tapissier of Paris.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

French 19th Century Napoleon III Tête-à-Tête Armchair
French 19th Century Napoleon III Tête-à-Tête Armchair

French 19th Century Napoleon III Tête-à-Tête Armchair

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Unusual French armchair called a tête-à-tête in French, or conversation chair, 19th century Napoleon III period. The upholstery needs to be redone, the legs have been restored.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Pair of French 19th Century Gold Velvet Armchairs
Pair of French 19th Century Gold Velvet Armchairs

Pair of French 19th Century Gold Velvet Armchairs

Located in Buchanan, NY

Pair of French Napoleon III armchairs with gendarme back and scrolled arms.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Small French Napoleon III Arm Chair in Vintage Velvet
Small French Napoleon III Arm Chair in Vintage Velvet

Small French Napoleon III Arm Chair in Vintage Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

A wonderful small scale French armchair from the Napoleon III period with a graceful curved back and scrolled arms. The vintage persimmon colored fabric is contrasted by a dynamic zi...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Fabric

Unusual French Armchair in Faded Red Velvet
Unusual French Armchair in Faded Red Velvet

Unusual French Armchair in Faded Red Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

19th century Napoleon III armchair with wooden arm and faded striped velvet.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

Pair of Swedish Biedermeier Revival Napoleon Hat Armchairs
Pair of Swedish Biedermeier Revival Napoleon Hat Armchairs

Pair of Swedish Biedermeier Revival Napoleon Hat Armchairs

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of Swedish Biedermeier armchairs made of mahogany with shovel-shaped backrest and decorative horizontal centre bar. Newly restored and upholstered in a lush cut velvet fabric ad...

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Early 20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Revival Armchairs

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Velvet, Mahogany

Pair of Napoleon III armchairs in the style of Madeleine Castaing, France, XIXe
Pair of Napoleon III armchairs in the style of Madeleine Castaing, France, XIXe

Pair of Napoleon III armchairs in the style of Madeleine Castaing, France, XIXe

By Madeleine Castaing

Located in Lyon, FR

Stunning and unique pair of Napoleon III armchairs, in the style of Madeleine Castaing, in green velvet, Maison Etro luxurious fabric, and trimming, passementeries.

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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Fabric, Velvet, Wood

Pair of French Armchairs in Green Velvet
Pair of French Armchairs in Green Velvet

Pair of French Armchairs in Green Velvet

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H 31.5 in W 29.25 in D 30 in

Pair of French Armchairs in Green Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

An unusual pair of French Napoleon III armchairs that are upholstered in green velvet with contrasting bullion fringe.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Fabric

Napoleon III Confident
Napoleon III Confident

Napoleon III Confident

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H 28 in W 55 in D 29 in

Napoleon III Confident

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This emblematic piece from the Napoleon III era of furniture is a real treasure. It is in great shape. Has had a recent upholstery job, but it has been done with respect to the origi...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Velvet

French 19th Century Armchair in Distressed Red Velvet
French 19th Century Armchair in Distressed Red Velvet

French 19th Century Armchair in Distressed Red Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

Napoleon III armchair with a scrolled back with original and distressed red velvet.

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Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Armchairs

Pair of French 19th Century Gold Velvet Armchairs
Pair of French 19th Century Gold Velvet Armchairs

Pair of French 19th Century Gold Velvet Armchairs

Located in Buchanan, NY

Pair of larger scale French Napoleon III armchairs in gold velvet with bullion fringe.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Fabric

Pair of Nap III Tufted Armchairs in Light Blue Velvet with Bouillon Fringe
Pair of Nap III Tufted Armchairs in Light Blue Velvet with Bouillon Fringe

Pair of Nap III Tufted Armchairs in Light Blue Velvet with Bouillon Fringe

Located in Buchanan, NY

Pair of French 19th century armchairs in blue velvet fabric with tufted backs and matching bouillon fringe. Sold as is.  

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Velvet

Pair of French NAP III Armchairs in Gold Velvet
Pair of French NAP III Armchairs in Gold Velvet

Pair of French NAP III Armchairs in Gold Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

A stunning pair of French Napoleon III armchairs. These French 19th century Napoleon III armchairs are simply beautiful.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Upholstery

Pair of French, 19th Century Armchairs in Faded Gold Velvet
Pair of French, 19th Century Armchairs in Faded Gold Velvet

Pair of French, 19th Century Armchairs in Faded Gold Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

Pair of large-scale Napoleon III armchair in a skirt gold velvet. These pieces have an unusual rolled "gendarmerie" backed and rolled arms.   

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Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Upholstery

French Style Armchair in Burgundy Velvet and Bouillon Fringe
French Style Armchair in Burgundy Velvet and Bouillon Fringe

French Style Armchair in Burgundy Velvet and Bouillon Fringe

Located in Buchanan, NY

A very unusual armchair in the French style that is upholstered in a rich burgundy and trimmed with matching bouillon fringe the arms as well as at the bottom. The chair is in very g...

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Vintage 1920s French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Fabric

French 20th Century Napoleon III Style Bergere Chair
French 20th Century Napoleon III Style Bergere Chair

French 20th Century Napoleon III Style Bergere Chair

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A fabulous French early 20th century arm-or lounge-chair in the style of Napoleon III, with a tall seatback of gentle recline rising above petite rolled arms. The current upholstery ...

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20th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood, Trimming

Ebony Framed Armchairs, France, 19th Century
Ebony Framed Armchairs, France, 19th Century

Ebony Framed Armchairs, France, 19th Century

Located in Austin, TX

High back Napoleon armchairs, sold as a pair, with original ebony finish over solid maple frame with handsome ball joints.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Velvet, Maple

Pair of Green Velvet Slipper Chairs
Pair of Green Velvet Slipper Chairs

Pair of Green Velvet Slipper Chairs

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H 34 in W 30 in D 21 in

Pair of Green Velvet Slipper Chairs

Located in Buchanan, NY

Pair of Napoleon III style slipper chairs in green velvet with contrasting bullion fringe, French, early 20th century. Sold as is.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

Pair of Tufted and Scrolled Back Chairs in Printed Velvet
Pair of Tufted and Scrolled Back Chairs in Printed Velvet

Pair of Tufted and Scrolled Back Chairs in Printed Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

A stunning pair of 19th century French tufted and scrolled armchairs, reflecting the distinguished Napoleon III style. These sophisticated and elegant chairs have the potential to el...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Napoleon III Armchairs

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Upholstery

Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier
Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Rive Droite Confident by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This classic Napoleon III style armchair or tête-à-tête has been restyled.

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2010s American Napoleon III Armchairs

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Napoleon III Armchair in Deep Blue Velvet
19th Century Napoleon III Armchair in Deep Blue Velvet

19th Century Napoleon III Armchair in Deep Blue Velvet

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19th Century Napoleon III Armchair in Deep Blue Velvet

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This exquisite Napoleon III armchair from the 19th century showcases timeless French elegance and craftsmanship.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Bergere Chairs

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Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Velvet Sofa and Two Armchairs
Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Velvet Sofa and Two Armchairs

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Velvet Sofa and Two Armchairs

Located in Puglia, Puglia

French sofa and two armchairs from the 19th century, Napoleon III period, the upholstery was redone in velvet in the 1960s, normal wear but in very good condition, France, 1870 The ...

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19th Century Napoleon III Mahogany and Ormolu Armchair
19th Century Napoleon III Mahogany and Ormolu Armchair

19th Century Napoleon III Mahogany and Ormolu Armchair

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique Napoleon III mahogany fauteiul or open armchair in the fabulous Empire Style, circa 1850 in date.

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Art Deco Turquoise Velvet Upholstered Armchairs with Fringe

Art Deco Turquoise Velvet Upholstered Armchairs with Fringe

Located in West Hartford, CT

Regal pair of armchairs upholstered in a turquoise velvet fabric with a raised dot pattern. Bottom and arms of chairs have a coordinating buillion fringe.

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Late 20th Century Napoleon III Club Chairs

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19th Century Set of Four Napoleon III Mahogany & Ormolu Armchairs
19th Century Set of Four Napoleon III Mahogany & Ormolu Armchairs

19th Century Set of Four Napoleon III Mahogany & Ormolu Armchairs

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique set of four Napoleon III mahogany fauteiul or open-armchairs in the fabulous Empire Style, circa 1850 in date.

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Antique 1850s Napoleon III Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Pair of Mid Century Modern Gold Velvet Armchairs
Pair of Mid Century Modern Gold Velvet Armchairs

Pair of Mid Century Modern Gold Velvet Armchairs

Located in Buchanan, NY

Beautiful pair of French Mid Century Modern armchairs in gold velvet with fringe

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Vintage 1960s French Napoleon III Club Chairs

Set of 2 Vintage Toad Armchairs-Crapaud Lounge Seater-Napoleon III Style-50s
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Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine

Gorgeous Set of 2 Toad Armchairs - Lounge Seats from the 50s Completely upholstered with fine ,authentic designet Velvet Fabric, in moss green-gold and orange. These armchairs are ex...

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Pair of Louis XV Velvet Armchairs Napoléon III Period 19th Century

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Beautifull Louis 15 style cabriolet Armchair dating from the Napoléon III period. Its 4 legs are curved.

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Antique 19th Century French Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Velvet Armchair
Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Velvet Armchair

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Velvet Armchair

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H 33.08 in W 28.35 in D 29.53 in

Rare 19th Century Napoleon III Velvet Armchair

Located in Puglia, Puglia

French armchair from the 19th century, Napoleon III period, the upholstery was redone in velvet in the 1960s, normal wear but in very good condition, France, 1870.

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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

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Napoleon III Style Velvet Crapaud Armchair, Provence, 1940

Napoleon III Style Velvet Crapaud Armchair, Provence, 1940

Located in Astoria, NY

An elegant French mid-20th century Napoleon III style crapaud armchair, sourced in Provence, France.

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Mid-20th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

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Velvet, Hardwood

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Velvet Armchair Napoleon For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the velvet armchair napoleon you’re looking for. Frequently made of fabric, velvet and wood, every velvet armchair napoleon was constructed with great care. There are 57 variations of the antique or vintage velvet armchair napoleon you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer velvet armchair napoleon, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each velvet armchair napoleon bearing Louis XVI hallmarks is very popular. Bourgeois Boheme Atelier each produced at least one beautiful velvet armchair napoleon that is worth considering.

How Much is a Velvet Armchair Napoleon?

The average selling price for a velvet armchair napoleon at 1stDibs is $3,500, while they’re typically $800 on the low end and $9,500 for the highest priced.

A Close Look at Napoleon-iii Furniture

Under Napoleon III’s rule, Paris underwent a great rebuilding overseen by Baron Georges-Eugène Haussmann, which created grand avenues and lavish landmarks like the Paris Opera. Antique Napoleon III–style furniture was flamboyant and eclectic. It was also known as Second Empire style since it followed and referenced the Empire style of his uncle Napoleon I.

Developing from 1852–70, Napoleon III furniture was plush and ornate, matching the fashion for masked balls and socializing in salons. It borrowed freely from earlier French styles including Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI as well as aesthetics from around the world, from antiquity to Asian art. As writer Gustave Claudin remarked in 1867, the country’s architects worked in “a style which one would be tempted to call neo-Greco-Gothico-Pompadour-Pompeian.”

Napoleon III chairs were completely covered with velvet and lined with tassels; pouf footstools invited people to put up their feet. Sofas were upholstered with tapestries, and beds were adorned with gilt bronze and theatrical canopies. The addition of conservatories to homes led to new indoor-outdoor furniture, while the spirit of hygiene promoted by Baron Haussmann inspired bright, floral motifs.

Although the most ostentatious designs were for the elite, as seen in the Napoleon III apartments preserved in the Louvre, where red velvet, gilding and chandeliers create a cacophony of luxury, these trends influenced homes across classes as manufacturing made design increasingly accessible. Papier-mâché furniture allowed for elaborate shapes that would have been difficult to carve in wood. The malleable material was painted with chinoiserie patterns and decorative designs. It was mass-produced by factories such as Jennens and Bettridge with varnishing and mother-of-pearl inlays creating an effect reminiscent of Asian lacquer. (Surfaces that had been “japanned” — a specialty of Jennens and Bettridge — were intended to resemble lacquer work that was created in East Asia.)

Find a collection of antique Napoleon III decorative objects, tables, seating and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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.