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Armchairs For Sale
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"Robert" Lounge Set Designed by Pierre Guariche Upholstered in Pierre Frey
Located in London Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire
A "Robert" armchair, fireside chair and footstool designed by Pierre Guariche and produced in the 1960s by Meurop. Formed of tubular metal and the armchair featuring wooden arms, th...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Milo Baughman Set of 8 Chrome Dining Chairs in Ivory Boucle, circa 1975
Located in Saint Louis, MO
As if too good to be true super sleek and sexy set of 8-chrome dining chairs by iconic Mid-Century Modern designer Milo Baughman professionally reupholstered in soft ivory bouclé. Hello Sexy! Ultra luxurious silhouette gives the feeling of floating on a cozy cloud. Curved upholstery lines and original tufting details contrast the chrome frame's angles. Soft ivory bouclé is rated highly durable and keeps guests cool in summer and cozy in winter. Its breathable texture works in all climates. Scrolled seat back detail is mirrored by the seat front and adds functional comfort while also giving the illusion of an unraveling scroll or flowing waterfall. All guests enjoy padded arm rests. Sturdy, comfortable and so sexy and luxurious, this Milo Baughman Dining Chair set...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1940s Antique Rattan Armchairs Set of 2
Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32
This very decorative early 1900's pair of rattan lounge chairs is beautifully shaped with generous proportions. Richly decorated, sides and back made of rattan in very good conditio...
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Armchairs

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Rattan

Pair of Saporiti Italian Silver Polished Metal Beige Upholstered Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of midcentury Italian silver polished metal armchairs with removable seat cushions, upholstered in a button tufted pastel abstract patterned fabric, resting on a flat bar \"H\" ...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Butterfly Couch
Located in Campina Grande, Paraiba
Available in different colors. Dimensions: 182.5 cm width x 173 cm depth x 65 cm height.
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Armchairs

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Aluminum

Pair of ISA Mid-Century Italian Modern White Club Chairs, Attributed to Gio Pont
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of Italian Mid-Century Modern (1950s) club chairs in white upholstery. (ISA INTERNATIONAL INC, Attributed to GIO PONTI) (PRICED AS PAIR).
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Armchairs in Iron & Woven Cotton Fiber, Carlo Hauner, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Brazilian Modern armchair set in steel & hand woven cotton fiber designed by Carlo Hauner in the fifties is a masterpiece of Craft and design! This gorgeous ...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Iron

Cigarra Armchair
Located in Campina Grande, Paraiba
{ design with soul, with wings } Lightness. In the line that captures the soul of inspiration and bends metal to delicacy. Forged in stainless steel, the Cigarra Armchair materialize...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Midcentury American Polished Silver Metal and Beige Upholstered Armchair
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury American polished silver metal flat bar armchair with a curved concave frame, the arms unified with the back as one piece, upholstered in a button tufted textured beige fa...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Irani Armchair
Located in Campina Grande, Paraiba
{ contemporary freshness } The sophistication transits between the sinuosity of the organic lines and the minutiae of the handcrafted weave. Elements of the Irani Armchair that evoke contemporary freshness for the decor that overflows with personality. Design is a link between the nature that inspires and the ancestry present in time-resistant knowledge and practices. The curvilinear border design references the meaning of the name taken from the Tupi-Guarani language with the delicious translation “river of honey” in allusion to the beehives. The interweaving of nautical ribbon framed by the curves of the aluminum structure recalls the millenary art of indigenous basket...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Armchairs

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Aluminum

Set of 4 Dunbar Janus Armchairs in Beige Textured Weave Upholstery, Manner of Ed
Located in New York, NY
SET of 4 midcentury American \"Janus\" armchairs with an openwork backrest and rolled arms, upholstered in beige weave zigzag patterned upholstery, button tufted with piping, resting...
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Trevor Chair with Armrests Bronze Colour Frame Pink Bouclé Fabric by Lara Bohinc
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
Trevor dining chair makes a perfect accompaniment for the tea room, its round spheres forming backrest and armrests, floating on thin metal rods, just like bonbons speared on cocktai...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Beige H-269 Armchairs Designed by Jindrich Halabala for UP Zavody, 1930s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Pair of Beige H-269 Armchairs designed by Halabala for UP Zavody, a well-known furniture manufacturer and dealer based in Brno, Czechoslovakia. In the last few years, these chairs have become increasingly rare with an equally increasing demand from interior designers. The armchair has been restored and reupholstered by our professional refurbishing team in Czechia according to the original process. The new upholstery is high quality leather, it's very easy to clean and retains its colours very well even in direct sunlight. Additionally, you can custom order this item with any upholstery you want, from high quality leather to premium backhausen fabric, the choice is yours. Sold individually, although you can find this item in sets or even custom order yours in a set. Please get in touch with us for any questions you may have about this item's condition, authenticity, or any question in general. We're happy to help. More about the designer Jindřich Halabala was born on May 24, 1903 in Koryčany into the family of carpenter Štěpán Halabala, whose craft he learned in a family business between 1918 and 1920. He then joined the State Czechoslovak Vocational School for Wood Processing in Valašské Meziříčí, which he graduated from two years later. After school, he started practicing at the United UP races, where he met their founder Jan Vaňek. In 1922 he also began to study architecture at the School of Applied Arts in Prague, specializing in furniture and interiors with prof. Pavel Janák...
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

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Fabric, Beech

Joe Armchair by Jonathan de Pas, Donato D'urbino and Paolo Lomazzi, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage "Joe" Armchair designed by Jonathan de Pas, Donato D'Urbino and Paolo Lomazzi for Poltronova. Original piece from 1970s. Shaped like a baseball glove, this wonderful armchair is considered on of the most iconic pieces of european midcentury design. It was designed as it is a tribute to the great american baseball player Joe Di Maggio. Fully original, with vintage 1970s leather...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Polystyrene

Yellow Armchair in the Manner of Gae Aulenti, Italy, 1960s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This Italian armchair was manufactured in the 1970s. The round curved, yellow enamelled steel tube serves as a frame for the simple linen upholstery. The piece of furniture is in goo...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Pair of Late Art Deco French Mahogany Beige Sateen Upholstered Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Late Art Deco French mahogany armchairs featuring an oval back in a carved arch foliate design with drapery and rosettes at the arms\' corners, upholstered in a beige sateen ...
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20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany

French Charles X Inlaid Mahogany and Walnut Open Armchair in Beige Upholstery
Located in New York, NY
French Charles X (19th Century) open armchair featuring a scroll form mahogany frame with sweeping arms, inlaid walnut parquetry on the backrest and front friezes, upholstered in a t...
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19th Century French Charles X Antique Armchairs

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Upholstery, Mahogany, Walnut, Fabric, Wood

Pair of Liberty of London English Arts & Crafts Beige Upholstered Side Chairs
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of English Arts and Crafts high back armchairs with shaped backrest, evenly spaced centered vertical slat supports, flattened arms, beige upholstered seat in a checkerboard stri...
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20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

An Early Afra and Tobia Scarpa "Ciprea" chair, Cassina, Italy, 1967
Located in London Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire
An early example of a "Ciprea" chair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1967 This example features its original deep cream leather upholstery and being one of the first ar...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

3 Chairs 1940, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
3 chairs The chairs are repainted before delivery. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any ...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

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Iron

Set of Two Gianni Moscatelli "Cheval" Chairs, Formanova, 1970s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This Italian set designed by Gianni Moscatelli from the 70s was made by Formanova. It is covered with pastel yellow leatherette, which is in good condition. The set has wheels, which...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Italian 1960s Design Style Rattan Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Design and original armchair with a natural rattan airy structure.
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rattan

4 Armchairs 1950, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
4 armchairs They are repainted before delivery We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any ...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Set of Four Mastercraft Imperial Armchairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of four Mastercraft imperial armchairs by Weiman/Warren Lloyd, made in Italy, circa 1975 Brass frames with cotton velvet seat and back button ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Armchair 1930, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Armchair They are repainted before delivery. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your dispo...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Iron

"Perlage" Organic Armchair Outdoor in Bouclê Aluminum, and Nautical Rope
Located in Centro, RS
Perlage, French word: Pearl. The organic Perlage Armchair has a backrest completely woven by hand in nautical rope, favoring a surprising look in every new detail discovered. Captiv...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

France Armchair, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Armchair They are repainted before delivery. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your dispo...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Iron

American Armchair, 1960
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Armchair We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Midcentury Chrome and Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning midcentury chrome and leather lounge chairs and ottoman manufactured in the United States, circa 1970s. The chair and the otto...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pair of Armchairs 1960, American
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Armchair We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Et Par Lænestole, Ternet Lyst Stof, Træ, 1920
Located in Lejre, DK
Et par af to lænestole i ternet stof med stel af træ fra omkring 1920'erne. Mål i cm: H:103 B:64 D:50 SH:45.
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1920s Danish Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

Milo Baughman Set of 12 Chrome Dining Chairs in Ivory Bouclé, circa 1975
Located in Saint Louis, MO
As if too good to be true super sleek sexy and huge set of twelve chrome dining chairs by iconic Mid-Century Modern designer Milo Baughman professionally reupholstered in soft ivory bouclé. Hello Sexy! Ultra luxurious silhouette gives the feeling of floating on a cozy cloud. Curved upholstery lines and original tufting details contrast the chrome frame's angles. Soft ivory bouclé is rated highly durable and keeps guests cool in summer and cozy in winter. Its breathable texture works in all climates. Scrolled seat back detail is mirrored by the seat front and adds functional comfort while also giving the illusion of an unraveling scroll or flowing waterfall. All guests enjoy padded arm rests. Sturdy, comfortable and so sexy and luxurious, this Milo Baughman Dining Chair set...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Meditation Armchair Offered in Pure White Chenille
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This unique piece is more than an armchair. It is a vessel for wellbeing, a temple for meditation and enlightenment. Designed to be used in your place of choice for a retreat, be it a spa, a meditation space...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Vintage Midcentury Danish Modern Wood & Beige Fabric Lounge Chair from Durup
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This high modernist lounge chair was produced by the Danish manufactory Durup Polstermøbelfabrik during the 1970s. The frame is made of solid wood in a warm shade of brown. It has th...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

8 Armchairs 1950, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
8 armchairs We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that rea...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Round Modernist Style Pair of Armchairs
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of custom armchairs from Italy made in the modernist style with strong frames and a new “bouclé” wool blend upholstery. The pair is comfortable and plush, we love the design and...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

Milo Baughman Set of 10 Chrome Dining Chairs in Ivory Bouclé, circa 1975
Located in Saint Louis, MO
As if too good to be true super sleek and sexy set of ten chrome dining chairs by iconic Mid-Century Modern designer Milo Baughman professionally reupholstered in soft ivory bouclé. Hello Sexy! Ultra luxurious silhouette gives the feeling of floating on a cozy cloud. Curved upholstery lines and original tufting details contrast the chrome frame's angles. Soft ivory bouclé is rated highly durable and keeps guests cool in summer and cozy in winter. Its breathable texture works in all climates. Scrolled seat back detail is mirrored by the seat front and adds functional comfort while also giving the illusion of an unraveling scroll or flowing waterfall. All guests enjoy padded arm rests. Sturdy, comfortable and so sexy and luxurious, this Milo Baughman Dining Chair set...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Charlie Armchair with Bouclé Snow Structure and Natural Wood Feet
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Charlie armchair welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to postmodern design that radiates through its unusual proportions and strong curves w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rattan Armchair with Terry Fabric Cushion, 1950s
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Very large armchair from the 50s in France Rattan structure Cushion in foam covered with a beige terry fabric Airy design In the manner of designer Franco Albini for Bonacina, th...
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Mid-20th Century French Armchairs

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Fabric, Rattan, Foam

1 Salterini Peacock Wrought Iron Arm Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 Salterini Peacock Wrought Iron Chair John Salterini vintage midcentury wrought iron wire peacock chair. Victorian style chair designed with a bac...
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Mid-20th Century North American Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Contemporary Armchair 'La Pipe Lounge', Dedar, Tiger Beat 004 'Swivel'
Located in Paris, FR
La Pipe lounge, armchair Design: Friends & Founders Available with fixed base or return swivel Upholstery available in a wide range of fabrics and leathers Model shown (fabric): Dedar - Tiger Beat 004, swivel base Price may vary depending on the swivel option and upholstery. Dedar Tiger Beat col.004 The coat of a tiger, magnetic and mysterious, comes to life and new colours in this jacquard velvet with a textured Ottoman...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Organic Modern Armchairs

Materials

Jacquard, Velvet

Set of Four Armchair by Alain Delon for Maison Jansen
Located in Miami, FL
Rare set of four armchair by Alain Delon Made by Maison Jansen, from the 1972s Collection. Chrome Brass Copper and alcantara. James Archer Abbott, Janse...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Brass, Copper, Chrome

Swivel Armchair in Bouclé Fabrics & Brushed Brass Base
Located in New York, NY
This Armchair brings a stylish touch to any space with its subtle curves. Have fun with its swivel base while enjoying this armchair as a matched ensemble or alone. Structure is con...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Hollywood Regency Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Big Tulip Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very comfortable and original Big Tulip lounge chair, designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in 1965. This model remains one of the best known of the Pierre Paulin's work. The chair ...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Miami Armchair with Lilac Metal and Brass, Gilman Shingle Textured Fabric
Located in Lisbon, PT
The iconic Miami armchair combines clean lines with soft upholstery resulting in an effortless Modern Classic that is perfectly proportioned. Here seen in an Orange Faux leather back...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal, Brass

Pair Newly Upholstered Midcentury Teak Armchairs Olive & Beige Geometric Pattern
Located in Austin, TX
Pair newly upholstered, teak MCM chairs. Measures: 23" W x 25.5" D x 36" H.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Linus Armchair by MarCo Dessí
Located in Geneve, CH
Linus armchair by MarCo Dessí Materials: Upholstery: Fabric Structure: Metal: Black powder-coated metal, black chrome metal Also available in Wood: Noce Canaletto solid wood, cor...
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2010s French Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Ligne Roset by Didier Gomez French Line Beige Leather Accent Chair
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Didier Gomez for Ligne Roset in 1999, the French line dining armchair is a Classic yet modern design. The elegant solid wood frame, creates an angular silho...
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1990s French Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Athena Ottoman by Pietro Franceschini
Located in Geneve, CH
Athena ottoman by Pietro Franceschini Manufacturer: Stefano Minotti Dimensions: W 79 x H 43-63 cm Materials: Lamb and gold leaf Available materials: Lamb, gold leaf, or cast bras...
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2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

"Pietra" Organic Armchair Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric
Located in Centro, RS
The inspiration for the design features comes from the Italian name Pietra: The translation Stone, an element of organic nature that brings a feeling of biophilia and well-being to t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé

Vintage African Beaded Yoruba Chair, Multicolor - 2 Chairs Available
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Description Originally hand-crafted for the Nigerian Yoruba tribe kings and queens, each chair takes approximately 3 months to make. Thousands of tiny glass beads are intricately applied to canvas fabric in beautiful shapes and designs. The fabric is then attached and stitched to the chair frame. A painstaking process resulting in an elaborate, one-of-a-kind work of art. We love these Yoruba chairs...
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20th Century Nigerian Armchairs

Materials

Beads

Pair of George III Style Tufted Armchairs
Located in Locust Valley, NY
An early 20th century pair of George III style tufted armchairs with curved arms ending in scroll shape, with both carved, reeded design and ...
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Early 20th Century George III Armchairs

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Fabric

Brass Hand-Sculpted Armchair and Stool, Lena, Misaya
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass hand-sculpted armchair and stool, Lena, Misaya. Dimensions: Chair: H 76 x W 65 x L 80 cm Stool: 38 x 61 x 42 cm Hand-sculpted brass and marble tables.
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2010s Thai Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Mario Bellini Vintage Four Cream Dining Chair Armchair Tentazione Cassina 1970s
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern vintage four ( 4 ) dining room chairs or armchairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina 1970s Italy. An amazing set of four dining room chairs or armchairs model Tentazione designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina 1970s. These very comfortable and lush upholstered armchairs or dining chairs show original cover in cream textile fabric, which is detachable. One chair shows the paper label with company´s name Cassina. Good stable and sturdy condition with signs of age and use. The original light cream textile covers show fading and some stains. approx. measures: Width 73 cm Depth 65 cm Height 86 cm Seat height 53 cm lowest armrest height 70 cm Mario Bellini ( 1935 ) Italian architect and designer He was chief designer by Olivetti, since 1973 he opened his own design office. 1986 - 1991 chief editor by the magazine Domus and professor at the Domus Academy in Milano. Mario Bellini creates so many beautiful and iconic furniture and industrial design as the famed designs Camaleonda sofa, Tentazione chairs...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Canvas

Space Age Armchair by George Nelson DAF La Fonda for Herman Miller
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
Orange DAF chair by George Nelson with slight patina and signs of use.
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Fiberglass

French 1970s Design Style Handcrafted Rattan Wicker Peacock Emmanuelle Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Sculptural and gorgeous Emmanuelle style rattan and wicker French 1970s design chair with a beige linen fabric round cushion seat 21.65 inches diameter and 26.77inches armrest height. A great vintage style centerpiece!.
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21st Century and Contemporary European Space Age Armchairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Fabric

Armchair in Boucle Fabric Molteni&C by Gio Ponti D.154.2 - made in Italy
Located in New York, NY
D.154.2 Lovechair in Bouclé Fabric by Gio Ponti. Expert-crafted in Italy exclusively by Molteni&C. The mid-century D.154.2 lovechair features a shell-like structure inspired by ren...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé

Swedish Gustavian Arm Chair Circa Early 1900's Painted Warm White
Located in London, Park Royal
A Swedish, Gustavian style arm chair from the early 1900's, carved in solid beech wood and hand painted in a warm white which has naturally aged to reveal some of the wood beneath. T...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Antique and Vintage Armchairs for Sale on 1stDibs

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.

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