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Bona Lilium Chair
By House of VLAdiLA
Located in București, RO
Bona Lilium Armchair Step into the enchanting world of the Bona Lilium armchair. Every brushstroke weaves a captivating narrative of a royal lifestyle. Within its intricate design li...
Category

2010s Romanian Neoclassical Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Beech, Feathers

Bona Lilium Chair
Bona Lilium Chair
H 35.44 in W 41.34 in D 37.41 in
The Montague Armchair eight-way hand tied and upholstered in stripe silk
By Samantha Todhunter
Located in London, GB
Drawing inspiration from a multitude of classical references, the Montague Armchair is endlessly comfortable and has been used again and again in Samantha Todhunter Design projects, ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Louis XIV Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Wood, Down, Feathers, Silk

Emerson Armchair, made to order in England. Adapted from a 1930s original.
Located in London, GB
Inspired and adapted from a 1930s original in our English workshop. The construction is of the best quality; a screwed and dowelled beech frame, hand webbed and sprung with 8” coiled...
Category

2010s English Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Feathers

Elbrus Dreamscape Armchair
By House of VLAdiLA
Located in București, RO
Elbrus Dreamscape Armchair Step into the world of luxury with our Elbrus Dreamscape Armchair, adorned with super soft velvet upholstery. The design showcases an eclectic mix of black...
Category

2010s Romanian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech, Feathers

Elbrus Dreamscape Armchair
Elbrus Dreamscape Armchair
H 37.01 in W 32.29 in D 35.83 in
The Montague Armchair eight-way hand tied and upholstered in Leopard Velvet
By Samantha Todhunter
Located in London, GB
Drawing inspiration from a multitude of classical references, the Montague Armchair is endlessly comfortable and has been used again and again in Samantha Todhunter Design projects, ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Louis XIV Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Foam, Down, Feathers

Mw02 "Plume" design armchair, handmade in France by designer Olivier Santini
By Olivier Santini
Located in Notre Dame d'Oé, FR
This MW02 "Plume" armchair, in a special limited edition, is a handmade collector's piece from France. The sides of the armchair are embedded with white feathers, making it a rare an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Armchairs

Materials

Other

La Plume Armchair handmade in Great Britain - Client own fabric option
By Master
Located in Amsterdam, NL
La Plume is generous and inviting, with a focus on comfort unlike anything we’ve ever made before. All our armchairs are made with solid FSC European hardwood frames, which we guara...
Category

2010s British Minimalist Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Beech, Feathers

Contemporary Antique Pink Velvet Armchair with Silk Fringe Accents
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
The handmade armchair draws on the signature fashion theme, ruffling the scene and inviting guests with its fun and flirtatious feel. Featuring three layers of fringes that run along...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming

La Plume Armchair Upholstered in Dedar Bel Suede
By Master
Located in Amsterdam, NL
La Plume is generous and inviting, with a focus on comfort unlike anything we’ve ever made before. All our armchairs are made with solid FSC European hardwood frames, which we guara...
Category

2010s British Minimalist Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Feathers, Beech

Jute Armchair with Exposed Structure in Rattan and Ribbon
Located in New York, NY
Luxury comfort with luxury design: the Victoria. Piece of our Origins Collection, this chaise longue summerizes the desire to give identity to a space. High-quality handmade work to ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Jute, Wood, Trimming

Hand Tailored Fringes Armchair Offered in Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
The handmade armchair draws on the signature fashion theme, ruffling the scene and inviting guests with its fun and flirtatious feel. Featuring three layers of fringes that run along...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming

Hand Tailored Fringes Armchair Offered in Velvet
Hand Tailored Fringes Armchair Offered in Velvet
H 35.44 in W 37.01 in D 33.47 in
Chair-Yoruba Beaded '2'
Located in New York, NY
Traditionally created for the Yoruba tribe kings and queens and embellished with thousands of seed glass beads applied to fabric covers which are then stitched or glued onto the chai...
Category

2010s Nigerian Armchairs

Materials

Beads

Chair-Yoruba Beaded '2'
Chair-Yoruba Beaded '2'
H 37 in W 25.5 in D 24 in
Chair-Yoruba Beaded '1'
Located in New York, NY
Traditionally created for the Yoruba tribe kings and queens and embellished with thousands of seed glass beads applied to fabric covers which are then stitched or glued onto the chai...
Category

2010s Nigerian Armchairs

Materials

Beads

Chair-Yoruba Beaded  '1'
Chair-Yoruba Beaded  '1'
H 37 in W 25.5 in D 24 in
French Provincial Style Rattan Armchair with Custom Finishes
Located in New York, NY
Luxury comfort with luxury design: the Victoria. Piece of our Origins Collection, this chaise longue summerizes the desire to give identity to a space. High-quality handmade work to ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Jute, Wood, Trimming, Rattan

Custom Armchair
Located in London, GB
The design copied from an English country house original and handmade to order in our workshops. Shown here covered in our Fela ticking stripe available from Tissus d’Helene. Price d...
Category

2010s British Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Oak, Feathers

Custom Armchair
Custom Armchair
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 39.38 in
Fabric and Hand Trimming Seat
Located in Mexico, Ciudad de México
The Ravelle seat is inspired by the french trimmings. This beautiful seat made with fabric and hand made trimming by our artisans in Mexico City. Fernanda Loyzaga made a reinterpret...
Category

2010s Mexican Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Trimming

Fabric and Hand Trimming Seat
Fabric and Hand Trimming Seat
H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in
Modern Liberty Armchair Low Back in Polished Brass and White Sheep Fur Cushions
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Smooth Blue Armchair Lounge
Located in Paris, FR
Armchair lounge smooth blue upholstered with foam in polyurethane covered by a polyester fibre quilting and a goose down. Removable cover. Available in: L107xD100xH80, seat height: 4...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Feathers

Smooth Blue Armchair Lounge
Smooth Blue Armchair Lounge
H 31.5 in W 42.13 in D 39.38 in
Modern Liberty Armchair Low Back Aged Polished Brass and Beige Bouclé Cushions
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Contemporary Liberty Armchair High Back in Aged Brass and Green Bouclé Cushions
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Stainless Steel

Contemporary Modern Liberty Armchair High Back, Aged Brass, Pink Bouclé Cushions
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Stainless Steel

Modern Liberty Armchair High Back, Aged Brass and Lelièvre Beige Bouclé Cushions
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Modern Liberty Armchair High Back in White Lacquered Inox and Bouclé Cushions
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Metal

Modern Liberty Armchair Low Back Aged Polished Brass and Taupe Boucle Cushions
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Contemporary Liberty Armchair Low Back, Polished Brass Tube, Cow Fur Cushions
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Philippe Starck Cinemascope Armchair in Goose Feather Padding, 2017
By Philippe Starck, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Swivel armchair with rocking mechanisms. Brushed stainless steel base with adjustable feet. Polyurethane foams and goose feather padding. Fabric removable and leather fixed cover. It...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern Upholstery Belly Armchair in Red Velvet and Polished Brass Foot
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: Belly sofa arouses feelings of tenderness! It was inspired by the beginning of life, the pregnant belly! Therefore, safety and comfort are the central features of this...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Metal, Sheet Metal

Modern Liberty Armchair High Back in Polished Brass and Olive Colour Velvet
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Modern Liberty Armchair High Back in Polished Brass and Green Velvet Cushions
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

21st Century Liberty Armchair High Back, Polished Brass, Cow Fur Cushions
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Contemporary Armchair Nuvola by Hannes Peer in Santos Rosewood and Full Leather
By SEM, Hannes Peer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Contemporary armchair Nuvola Paesaggio collection designed by Hannes Peer for SEM. Structure in lacquered iron, brass details. Shell in wood veneered with Santos rosewood, padding in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Modern Liberty Armchair High Back in White Lacquered Inox and Linen Cushions
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Metal

Armchair Frame Solid Timber & Wood Double Back cushion Lacquered Feet
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Feathers

Contemporary Liberty Armchair High Back Polished Brass and Blue Velvet Cushions
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Stylish Armchair Frame Wood Backrest Pillow Lacquered Feet
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Feathers, Wood

Frisé Set of White Armchair and Ottoman
By Pier Luigi Frighetto by Black Tie
Located in Milan, IT
The structures of this exquisite set complete with armchair and ottoman are in solid walnut with a water-based finish. The seat and back of the chair and the cushion of the ottoman a...
Category

2010s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Feathers, Leather, Walnut

Frisé Set of White Armchair and Ottoman
Frisé Set of White Armchair and Ottoman
H 33.08 in W 29.53 in D 39.38 in
Liberty Armchair High Back, Polished Brass and Pink Jacquard Velvet Cushions
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: The sculptural forms of the 30s inspired the Liberty Collection. The tubular and steel structures that have marked those years are combined with a new inspiration that...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Armchair Frame Made Solid Timber Wood Tassel Tiebacks Backrest
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs

Materials

Feathers, Wood, Fabric

Colette Armchair
By Zanaboni
Located in Milan, IT
This elegant armchair features delicate curves that are both comfortable and sophisticated and will be an exquisite accent to a Classic living room. The structure is in solid wood, c...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Other

Colette Armchair
Colette Armchair
H 39.77 in W 29.93 in D 37.41 in
Colette Grey Armchair
By Zanaboni
Located in Milan, IT
Timeless and elegant, this armchair will be equally at home in a Classic living room, in a modern entryway, or in a contemporary bedroom. Its structure in solid wood with tall backre...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Feathers, Textile

Colette Grey Armchair
H 39.77 in W 29.93 in D 37.41 in
Brando Gray Armchair
By Pier Luigi Frighetto by Black Tie
Located in Milan, IT
Exuding comfort and style, the gentle curves of this armchair will infuse a contemporary interior with sophistication. Resting on a poplar structure furnished with an elastic belt sp...
Category

2010s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Other, Metal

Brando Gray Armchair
Brando Gray Armchair
H 34.26 in W 43.31 in D 45.28 in
Domino Armchair by Davide Barzaghi
By D3co
Located in Milan, IT
This armchair is part of the Domino collection, the quintessential modular system designed by Davide Barzaghi that allows multiple combinations and total customization. Crafted of as...
Category

2010s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Foam, Textile, Ash, Plywood, Feathers

Domino Armchair by Davide Barzaghi
Domino Armchair by Davide Barzaghi
H 28.35 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Nube Italia Twist Armchair in White Bamboo with Metal Frame by Marco Corti
By Marco Corti, Nube Italia
Located in New York, NY
"Armchair with natural or painted bamboo wood. Feather cushions. Removable cover. Marco Corti was born in Milano in 1960. He Graduated at Politecnico of Milano in Architecture 198...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bamboo, Feathers

"Garçonne" Leather or Fabric and Goose Feather Armchair by C. Colombo for Driade
By Carlo Colombo, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Garçonne" is a luxury armchair, designed by Carlo Colombo and manufactured by Driade, with metal structure, goose feather and different densities polyurethane foams padding and seat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Pank Armchair by Andrea Vecera #1
By D3co
Located in Milan, IT
Soft and sweeping, Pank leans into style. It’s curved back and arms welcome you in, while the structure is a modern take on a classic liberty shape. As the nights draw in, Pank will ...
Category

2010s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Other

Pank Armchair by Andrea Vecera #1
Pank Armchair by Andrea Vecera #1
H 38.19 in W 35.83 in D 30.32 in
Pank Armchair by Andrea Vecera #2
By D3co
Located in Milan, IT
Soft and sweeping, Pank leans in to style. It’s curved back and arms welcome you in, while the structure is a modern take on a classic liberty shape. As the nights draw in, Pank will...
Category

2010s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Other

Pank Armchair by Andrea Vecera #2
Pank Armchair by Andrea Vecera #2
H 38.19 in W 35.83 in D 30.32 in
Pank Armchair by Andrea Vecera #3
By D3co
Located in Milan, IT
Soft and sweeping, Pank leans into style. It’s curved back and arms welcome you in, while the structure is a modern take on a classic liberty shape. As the nights draw in, Pank will ...
Category

2010s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Other

Pank Armchair by Andrea Vecera #3
Pank Armchair by Andrea Vecera #3
H 17.72 in W 35.83 in D 30.32 in
Contemporary Armchair Nuvola by Hannes Peer in Santos Rosewood and Full Leather
By Hannes Peer
Located in Milan, IT
Contemporary armchair Nuvola Paesaggio collection designed by Hannes Peer for SEM. Structure in lacquered iron, brass details. Shell in wood veneered with Santos rosewood, padding in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Alligator High Armchair with Real Kudu, Zebu, Aries and Genuine Calf Leather
Located in Paris, FR
Alligator High Armchair with real Kudu, Zebu and Aries Horns. Genuine Calf Leather in Red Color and Back with real Alligator Skin.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Armchairs

Materials

Bronze

Hans J. Wegner PP130 Circle Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Naestved, DK
PP130 Circle chair by Hans J. Wegner in oak and with dark grey Hallingdal wool, code 180.
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Oak, Braid

Hans J. Wegner PP130 Circle Chair
Hans J. Wegner PP130 Circle Chair
H 38.19 in W 44.1 in D 37.01 in
Contemporary Valentina Giovando Chair Wood Cord Faux Fur Black Red White Beige
By Valentina Giovando
Located in Milano, IT
RODRIGO Chair Rodrigo chair is a new special unique project from Valentina Giovando. The base of Rodrigo chair is the famous Chiavarina, a typical traditional wooden chair fro...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Fur, Cord, Wood, Sequins

Contemporary Upholstery Belly Armchair, Red Velvet and Polished Brass Foot
By Bessa
Located in Oporto, PT
Inspiration: Belly sofa arouses feelings of tenderness! It was inspired by the beginning of life, the pregnant belly! Therefore, safety and comfort are the central features of this...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal

George Smith Kilim Armchair
By George Smith
Located in Southampton, NY
George Smith Kilim armchair Vibrant Kilim upholstery, roll arm, on small turned front legs on casters, and back squared legs on casters. Down and feather seat and back cushions. c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Armchairs

Materials

Down, Feathers, Fabric, Wood

George Smith Kilim Armchair
George Smith Kilim Armchair
H 33 in W 32 in D 27.5 in
Studio Maison Nurita Napoleon III Inspired Green Velvet Beaded Chair
Located in Toronto, ON
Be the Monarch of your home with this stunning throne from Studio Maison Nurita. This ornate chair is inspired by the Napoleon III style and a chair exhibited in the Deauville home o...
Category

2010s Canadian Napoleon III Chairs

Materials

Beads, Velvet, Wood

Ritz Macassar Ladies Chair
By LINLEY London
Located in London, GB
Evoke the glamour of 1920s London with the Ritz Macassar armchair, handcrafted in our British workshops, this bold chair exudes extravagant sophistication and can be upholstered in y...
Category

2010s British Armchairs

Materials

Metallic Thread

Ritz Macassar Ladies Chair
Ritz Macassar Ladies Chair
H 28.35 in W 26.38 in D 31.5 in
Ritz Macassar Gentleman's Chair
By LINLEY London
Located in London, GB
Evoke the glamour of 1920s London with the Ritz Macassar armchair, handcrafted in our British workshops, this bold chair exudes extravagant sophistication and can be upholstered in y...
Category

2010s British Armchairs

Materials

Metallic Thread

Ritz Macassar Gentleman's Chair
Ritz Macassar Gentleman's Chair
H 28.35 in W 29.53 in D 33.47 in
Nigerian Beaded Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
Nigerian Beaded Armchair
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Other Armchairs

Materials

Beads

Nigerian Beaded Armchairs
Nigerian Beaded Armchairs
H 36.5 in W 25 in D 30 in
African Beaded Chair
Located in New York, NY
Exquisitely crafted Nigerian chair in striking black and white. Canvas covered wood frame chair with extensive hand beading. African artists used native plant shapes juxtaposed with ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nigerian Armchairs

Materials

Beads

African Beaded Chair
African Beaded Chair
H 39 in W 26 in D 24 in
Pair of Donghia Club/Lounge Chairs
By Angelo Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of "Woodbridge Club" chairs by Donghia, model 50482. Wonderfully designed, fine quality fully upholstered club chairs with loose down and feather filled, welted seat and back pi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Maple, Foam, Feathers, Down

Pair of Donghia Club/Lounge Chairs
Pair of Donghia Club/Lounge Chairs
H 31.5 in W 32 in D 37 in
Custom Caned Chinoiserie Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by Chinese Export Circa Late 19th Century
Wood Frame Sofa with beautiful hand painted black finish and gilded chinoiserie details. Ottoman also available
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Armchairs

Materials

Feathers

Custom Caned Chinoiserie Armchair
Custom Caned Chinoiserie Armchair
H 37 in W 33.5 in D 32 in
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Contemporary Trimming Armchairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of contemporary trimming armchairs is available at 1stDibs. Contemporary trimming armchairs bearing Modern or Neoclassical hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Contemporary trimming armchairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Villevenete, D3co and sicis are consistently popular.

How Much are Contemporary Trimming Armchairs?

Contemporary trimming armchairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $4,960, while the lowest priced sells for $1,875 and the highest can go for as much as $68,723.

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.