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Antique French Louis XVI Style Figural Carved Walnut Bergere Wingback Arm Chair
Antique French Louis XVI Style Figural Carved Walnut Bergere Wingback Arm Chair

Antique French Louis XVI Style Figural Carved Walnut Bergere Wingback Arm Chair

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique French Louis XVI style Bergere library wingback reading chair, circa 1890-1910. Made from walnut with a striking pediment featuring a quiver, arrows and torch amongst roses ...

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Early 20th Century Louis XVI Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Vintage French Louis XVI style Walnut Bergère Wingback Library Reading Chair
Vintage French Louis XVI style Walnut Bergère Wingback Library Reading Chair

Vintage French Louis XVI style Walnut Bergère Wingback Library Reading Chair

Located in Dayton, OH

This classic Louis XVI style wingback bergère is crafted from solid walnut, showcasing a beautifully carved exposed wooden frame with a weathered, natural finish that highlights the ...

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Warren Platner Bronze Wire Easy Chair for Knoll International, c 1966, Signed
Warren Platner Bronze Wire Easy Chair for Knoll International, c 1966, Signed

Warren Platner Bronze Wire Easy Chair for Knoll International, c 1966, Signed

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Equally striking in residential or commercial settings, it can serve as a statement lounge chair, wingback library chair, nursing chair, reading chair, bedroom chair, executive offic...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Pair of Louis XV Scalamandre Wingback Reading Chairs with Ball and Claw Feet
Pair of Louis XV Scalamandre Wingback Reading Chairs with Ball and Claw Feet

Pair of Louis XV Scalamandre Wingback Reading Chairs with Ball and Claw Feet

Located in West Hartford, CT

Stunning pair of immense wingback reading chairs featuring a ultra luxurious Scalamandre fabric and mahogany ball and claw feet.

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Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair with Houndstooth Upholstery
Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair with Houndstooth Upholstery

Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair with Houndstooth Upholstery

Located in West Hartford, CT

Classic wingback upholstered reading chair with brown and beige houndstooth fabric and mahogany frame.

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Ralph Lauren Henredon Matching Wingback Reading Chairs

Ralph Lauren Henredon Matching Wingback Reading Chairs

By Ralph Lauren, Henredon

Located in West Hartford, CT

Stunning pair of matching monumental Ralph Lauren for Henredon wingback nailhead chairs. These are grand reading chairs.

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Late 20th Century American Wingback Chairs

Materials

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Pair of Henredon Chippendale Wingback Reading Chairs

Pair of Henredon Chippendale Wingback Reading Chairs

By Henredon

Located in West Hartford, CT

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Queen Anne Floral Crewelwork Print Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair

Queen Anne Floral Crewelwork Print Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair

Located in West Hartford, CT

Stunning crewelwork floral upholstered fabric on the large wingback reading chair. The fabric is magnificent.

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Mid-20th Century American Queen Anne Armchairs

Materials

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Edward Ferrell Modern Upholstered Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Armchair
Edward Ferrell Modern Upholstered Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Armchair

Edward Ferrell Modern Upholstered Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Armchair

By Edward Ferrell + Lewis Mittman 1

Located in West Hartford, CT

Ferrell wingback in modern silohette and exposed mahogany frame in ribbed silver fabric.

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Materials

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Bernhardt Leather with Nailheads George the III Wingback Reading Chair
Bernhardt Leather with Nailheads George the III Wingback Reading Chair

Bernhardt Leather with Nailheads George the III Wingback Reading Chair

By Bernhardt

Located in West Hartford, CT

Grand, welcoming and wonderful leather wingback club chair from the late 20th century, by Bernhardt. In the manner of George III. Having mahogany legs with carvings throughout. Gorge...

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Vintage 1980s American George III Wingback Chairs

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Vintage Tall Wingback Reading Chair with Elegant Scalamandre Paisley Upholstery
Vintage Tall Wingback Reading Chair with Elegant Scalamandre Paisley Upholstery

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 luxurious Scalamandre paisley fabric which is a showstopper. A great chair to read in or...

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Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Newly Upholstered with Ralph Lauren Tartan Wool
Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Newly Upholstered with Ralph Lauren Tartan Wool

Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Newly Upholstered with Ralph Lauren Tartan Wool

By Ralph Lauren

Located in West Hartford, CT

Magnificent Georgian antique wingback chair that has been newly reupholstered in the Ralph Lauren tartan wool plaid fabric. The tartan plaid fabric melds perfectly with the dark, ri...

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Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Newly Upholstered with Ralph Lauren Tartan Wool
Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Newly Upholstered with Ralph Lauren Tartan Wool

Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Newly Upholstered with Ralph Lauren Tartan Wool

By Ralph Lauren

Located in West Hartford, CT

Magnificent Georgian antique wingback chair that has been newly reupholstered in the Ralph Lauren tartan wool plaid fabric. The tartan plaid fabric melds perfectly with the dark, ric...

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Pair Hickory Grand Wingback Reading Chairs with Tiffany Blue Upholstery
Pair Hickory Grand Wingback Reading Chairs with Tiffany Blue Upholstery

Pair Hickory Grand Wingback Reading Chairs with Tiffany Blue Upholstery

By Hickory Chair Furniture Company

Located in West Hartford, CT

The Townsend Wing Chair was inspired by the original antique frame attributed to John Townsend of Newport, Rhode Island. Hickory Chair purchased the antique frame in 1981 and its cla...

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Chippendale Wingback Red Leather Library Reading Chair by Ethan Allen

Chippendale Wingback Red Leather Library Reading Chair by Ethan Allen

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Chippendale Wingback Red Leather Library reading chair by Ethan Allen Approximate Measurements in Inches 42.5" high at back 34" wide 36" deep (back to front) 20" high at seat...

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Carved Walnut French Wingback Library Reading Chair by E J Victor
Carved Walnut French Wingback Library Reading Chair by E J Victor

Carved Walnut French Wingback Library Reading Chair by E J Victor

By E. J. Victor

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Really Stunning Carved Walnut French Wingback Library Reading Chair by E J VICTOR Featuring detail car...

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Vintage 1980s French Provincial Wingback Chairs

Materials

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Leather Armchair & Ottoman Wingback Library Reading by LEE INDUSTRIES

Leather Armchair & Ottoman Wingback Library Reading by LEE INDUSTRIES

By Lee Industries

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Oversized Top Grain Dis...

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Materials

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Crewelwork Floral and Bird Print Upholstered Mahogany Wingback Chair
Crewelwork Floral and Bird Print Upholstered Mahogany Wingback Chair

Crewelwork Floral and Bird Print Upholstered Mahogany Wingback Chair

Located in West Hartford, CT

Stunning crewelwork floral upholstered fabric on the large wingback reading chair. The fabric is magnificent.

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Materials

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Mid Century Carved Mahogany Papa Bear Wingback Chair Armchair

Mid Century Carved Mahogany Papa Bear Wingback Chair Armchair

Located in West Hartford, CT

Sculptural large vintage papa bear wingback reading chair which features new floral fabric, see pictures.

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Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Materials

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Antique Brown Leather and Nailhead Mahogany Reading Chair Wingback Armchair
Antique Brown Leather and Nailhead Mahogany Reading Chair Wingback Armchair

Antique Brown Leather and Nailhead Mahogany Reading Chair Wingback Armchair

Located in West Hartford, CT

Elegant antique brown leather reading chair adorned with brass nailheads and mahogany base, all original. The patina on the leather is broken in just perfect. This piece is guarantee...

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Materials

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Pair of Scalamandre Wingback Louis XVI Tall Reading Parlor Chairs
Pair of Scalamandre Wingback Louis XVI Tall Reading Parlor Chairs

Pair of Scalamandre Wingback Louis XVI Tall Reading Parlor Chairs

Located in West Hartford, CT

These tall Louis XVI reading chairs are upholstered in a luxurious Scalamandre damask fabric in a pale pink and green color on a cream background. They feature a barrel back and carv...

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Vintage 1920s Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

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Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Newly Upholstered with Ralph Lauren Tartan Wool
Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Newly Upholstered with Ralph Lauren Tartan Wool

Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Newly Upholstered with Ralph Lauren Tartan Wool

By Ralph Lauren

Located in West Hartford, CT

Magnificent Georgian antique wingback chair that has been newly reupholstered in the Ralph Lauren tartan wool plaid fabric. The tartan plaid fabric melds perfectly with the dark, ri...

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Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Newly Upholstered with Ralph Lauren Tartan Wool
Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Newly Upholstered with Ralph Lauren Tartan Wool

Mahogany Wingback Reading Chair Newly Upholstered with Ralph Lauren Tartan Wool

By Ralph Lauren

Located in West Hartford, CT

Magnificent Georgian antique wingback chair that has been newly reupholstered in the Ralph Lauren tartan wool plaid fabric. The tartan plaid fabric melds perfectly with the dark, ri...

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Leather Wingback Library Reading Chair by Carol Hicks Bolton for E J Victor
Leather Wingback Library Reading Chair by Carol Hicks Bolton for E J Victor

Leather Wingback Library Reading Chair by Carol Hicks Bolton for E J Victor

By E. J. Victor

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Really Stunning Distressed Leather Wingback Library Reading Chair by CAROL HICKS BOLTON for E J VICTOR ...

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Vintage 1980s Bohemian Wingback Chairs

Materials

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Mahogany & Leather Wing Library chair with Reading Lectern circa 1830s
Mahogany & Leather Wing Library chair with Reading Lectern circa 1830s

Mahogany & Leather Wing Library chair with Reading Lectern circa 1830s

By King & Sons

Located in Dereham, GB

William 1V Period Mahogany & Leather Wing Library chair with Reading Lectern circa 1830s Recently Re covered in leather upholstery, with brass studs & polished to Chestnut in colou...

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Antique 1830s British William IV Wingback Chairs

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Harrods London Oversized Oxblood Leather Wingback Library Office Reading Chair
Harrods London Oversized Oxblood Leather Wingback Library Office Reading Chair

Harrods London Oversized Oxblood Leather Wingback Library Office Reading Chair

By Art Forma, Harrods

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Art Forma for Harrods London hand dyed oxblood leather oversized wingback library reading lounge chair A very good looking well ma...

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Materials

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Harrods Oversized Oxblood Leather Wingback Library Lounge Armchair & Ottoman
Harrods Oversized Oxblood Leather Wingback Library Lounge Armchair & Ottoman

Harrods Oversized Oxblood Leather Wingback Library Lounge Armchair & Ottoman

By Art Forma, Harrods

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to this stunning 1 of 2 Art Forma for Harrods London hand dyed oxblood leather oversized wingback library reading lounge chair with matching ottoman I have anoth...

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19th Century English Arts & Crafts  Wingback Reading Chair
19th Century English Arts & Crafts  Wingback Reading Chair

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

English Oak Reading Chair with Inlaid Detail. Original Finish. New Heavy Irish Linen Hand Sewn Upholstery. Tall Front Pedistals to hold candles for Reading. Chair is structural s...

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Located in New York, NY

Wonderful wingback reading chair by Matheson Schubell, Norway.

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Located in Dallas, TX

Sheraton Style Wing Chair on Casters with Attached Reading Stand. The tall upholstered wingback rests above slightly rolled arms that feature carved exposed uprights of decorative pa...

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Antique 19th Century English Wingback Chairs

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French Art Nouveau Ceramic Planter or Vase circa 1910

Located in Miami, FL

Art Nouveau Ceramic Planter or Vase circa 1910 Spectacular jardinière or centerpiece with relief flowers and leaves on the two sides

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Ceramic

Classic Mario Papperzini Amalfi Lounge Chair And Ottoman for Salterini, 1950's
Classic Mario Papperzini Amalfi Lounge Chair And Ottoman for Salterini, 1950's

Classic Mario Papperzini Amalfi Lounge Chair And Ottoman for Salterini, 1950's

By Mario Papperzini

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A classic lounge chair and ottoman in wrought iron, designed by Mario Papperzini for Salterini from the Amalfi collection, ca' 1950's. Purchased from the son of the original owners, ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Warren Platner Ottomans/Stools for Knoll
Warren Platner Ottomans/Stools for Knoll

Warren Platner Ottomans/Stools for Knoll

By Warren Platner

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A pair of Warren Platner Ottomans/Stools manufactured by Knoll Original velvet Upholstery

Category

Vintage 1970s North American Stools

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Wingback Reading Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal wingback reading chair for your home. Frequently made of wood, fabric and mahogany, every wingback reading chair was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect wingback reading chair — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A wingback reading chair, designed in the Georgian, Louis XV or Louis XVI style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made wingback reading chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Bernhardt, Harrods and Henredon are consistently popular.

How Much is a Wingback Reading Chair?

Prices for a wingback reading chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,595 and can go as high as $6,790, while the average can fetch as much as $2,750.

Finding the Right Wingback-chairs for You

They may not offer structural support, but the wings on antique and vintage wingback chairs certainly do have a purpose or did, when the design was first conceived in England in the 1600s.

Back then, the armchair protrusions were meant to protect the sitter from drafts and from the strong heat radiating from the large fireplaces that were popular at the time. This explains why the wingback is so strongly associated with cozying up by the fireplace.

Although the functional aspect of a wingback may be obsolete in the 21st century, the chairs have maintained their popularity over the years and have seen waves of revivals, from mid-century modern spinoffs to playful contemporary adaptations (like the Bear chair by Pierre Yovanovitch, wherein the place of wings are furry ears — a cheeky send-up of Hans Wegner’s iconic mid-century Papa Bear chair).

Shop the most innovative versions of wingback chairs today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Wingback Reading Chair

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best chair for reading is ultimately a matter of preference. You’ll want to think about a comfortable chair that will be suitable to sit in for a long period — think about form, upholstery, whether the chair will support your back and neck properly and more. Keep your space constrictions in mind as well as your budget. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, new and vintage chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Wingback chairs emerged during the 17th-century era. The wings on classic wingback chairs certainly do have a purpose, or did, when they were first conceived in England in the 1600s. Back then, the armchair protrusions were meant to protect the sitter from drafts and from the strong heat radiating from the large fireplaces that were popular at the time. This explanation is why the wingback is strongly associated with cozying up by the fireplace. Although the functional aspect of a wingback may be obsolete in the 21st century, the chairs have maintained their popularity over the years. Shop a selection of wingback chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    There is no hard and fast rule about where a wingback chair should be placed. Historically, people used the large chairs in front of block drafts, and you can continue this tradition in your home. Alternatively, you can place one wherever it fits the layout of your room. To show off the distinctive shape of the chair, it is a good idea to position it somewhere that allows it to be viewed from the sides and back as well as the front. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wingback chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Wingback chairs are sometimes called fireside chairs, easy chairs or grandfather chairs. However, many people simply call them wingback chairs or wing chairs. The name comes from the two curved wings mounted on the sides of the backrest. On 1stDibs, find a variety of wingback chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The purpose of a wingback chair is to provide seating. Usually, these upholstered chairs go in seating areas and allow people to rest comfortably while carrying on conversations, reading and performing other activities. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage wingback chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether a wingback chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many wingback chairs feature plush cushioning, and the tall backs can provide ample back support. A wingback’s protruding arms were initially designed to protect a sitter from drafts or intense heat from a fireplace. This may be obsolete in the 21st century, but the chairs have maintained their popularity over the years and have seen waves of revivals, from mid-century modern spin offs to playful contemporary adaptations (like the Bear chair by Pierre Yovanovitch, wherein the place of wings are furry ears — a cheeky send-up of Hans Wegner’s iconic mid-century Papa Bear chair). On 1stDibs, shop a range of wingback chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A good reading chair will have a high, firm back to provide enough support to the neck and back. It should also have comfortable armrests so that one’s arms are relaxed and it is easy to prop a book. A plush upholstered cushion for the seat will make the reading experience even better. Find a collection of antique and vintage reading chairs on 1stDibs today.