Wingback Damask Chair
Antique 1820s English Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Damask, Walnut, Down
1990s French Provincial Wingback Chairs
Cotton, Velvet
Vintage 1980s Chippendale Wingback Chairs
Velvet, Cotton, Mahogany, Down
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Silk, Walnut
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Damask, Maple
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Cotton, Wood
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Chenille, Walnut
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Upholstery, Hardwood
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Upholstery, Hardwood
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Brass
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Mahogany, Fabric
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Walnut
Antique Early 18th Century British William and Mary Wingback Chairs
Elm
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Velvet, Down, Mahogany
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Upholstery, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century Living Room Sets
Walnut
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Giltwood
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Cotton, Giltwood, Walnut
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Linen
Antique 1870s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs
Giltwood
1990s American American Classical Swivel Chairs
Cotton, Wood, Down
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Ironstone
20th Century English Victorian Sofas
Leather
Vintage 1980s English Neoclassical Porcelain
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas
Brass
20th Century English Art Deco Wingback Chairs
Velvet, Beech
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Upholstery, Giltwood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Settees
Velvet, Beech
Antique 18th Century European George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Vintage 1980s Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Louis XVI Armchairs
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Brass
Vintage 1980s Settees
Cotton
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Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs
Wood, Silk
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Damask, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs
Wood, Silk
20th Century Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Wingback Chairs
Damask
Late 20th Century Chippendale Wingback Chairs
Mahogany, Fabric
Early 20th Century American Wingback Chairs
Silk, Velvet, Damask
Vintage 1960s American Wingback Chairs
Silk, Damask, Upholstery
Vintage 1940s American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Upholstery
Antique Mid-19th Century English Louis XVI Wingback Chairs
Cotton, Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century American Other Wingback Chairs
Linen, Wood
Late 20th Century French Provincial Wingback Chairs
Wood, Cotton, Cane
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
20th Century American Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Early 20th Century French Wingback Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
Antique 19th Century British Early Victorian Wingback Chairs
Cotton, Silk, Mahogany
Vintage 1930s American Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Wingback Chairs
Walnut, Upholstery
21st Century and Contemporary American Wingback Chairs
Mohair
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Wingback Chairs
Wood
Antique 19th Century British Wingback Chairs
Early 20th Century English George III Wingback Chairs
Antique 19th Century English Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Vintage 1940s American Slipper Chairs
Wood, Damask
Vintage 1940s American Slipper Chairs
Wood, Damask
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs
Brocade, Fruitwood
Vintage 1920s Louis XVI Armchairs
Walnut, Fabric
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Damask, Upholstery, Wood
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Upholstery, Fruitwood
Late 20th Century Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Wood, Damask, Cotton
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Damask, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Wingback Chairs
Wool, Silk, Wood
Vintage 1940s American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1970s American Wingback Chairs
Lacquer, Silk, Wood
Vintage 1920s American Hepplewhite Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American Louis XV Wingback Chairs
Damask, Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century American Federal Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
20th Century English Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Fabric
Antique Early 1800s English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Upholstery
1990s American Louis XIII Wingback Chairs
Brass
Early 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs
Antique 19th Century English Regency Wingback Chairs
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century English Wingback Chairs
Vintage 1950s American Wingback Chairs
Wood, Leather, Damask
Antique 19th Century American Wingback Chairs
Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1920s English Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1920s English Queen Anne Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Wingback Chairs
Mahogany, Oak, Poplar
Early 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Late 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
1990s English Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Hepplewhite Wingback Chairs
Mid-20th Century English George II Wingback Chairs
Walnut
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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.
- What are wingback chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Wingback 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.
- Is a wingback chair comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether 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, 2023Wingback 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, 2022The 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, 2023There 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.
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