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Armchairs For Sale
Number in Set: Set of 2
Color: Brown
Beech Armchair by Finn Østergaard
Located in Belmont, MA
Designed by Finn Østergaard, One set = 1 beech-framed chair with support webbing on the seat and back.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Pair of Louis XIV Style French Walnut Fauteuils
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of Louis XIV style French fauteuils, or arm chairs, with solid walnut frames. Boldly carved armrests with large ball finials and turned wood spindle legs and stretcher. Nice p...
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Antique English Chesterfield Lounge Chair: Cordovan Red Leather Tufted Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dive into the opulence of the early 1900s with our Antique English Chesterfield Lounge Chair, masterfully hand-crafted from high-quality leather and meticulously restored by our team...
Category
1930s English Chesterfield Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Saddle Old Brown Armchair in Genuine Vintage Brown Leather
Located in Paris, FR
Armchair saddle old brown in
vintage brown leather with stirrups
and handcrafted leather.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Monumental Horn & Leather Armchair with Foot Stool
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1960
Monumental Horn & Leather Armchair with Foot Stool. An Outstanding Sculptural & Decorative American Longhorn Steer Armchair with M...
Category
Mid-20th Century Central American Armchairs
Materials
Horn, Leather
Bahamas Cedar Armchair in Natural Solid Cedar
Located in Paris, FR
Armchair Bahamas Cedar in natural solid cedar wood, in
polished finish.
Also available in burnt cedar wood, price: 8200,00€.
Wood treated with natural pine extr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs
Materials
Cedar, Wood
"Skrindan" Armchairs by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist for OPE Möbler, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Skrindan” armchair model was designed in 1963 by iconic Swedish designer, Kerstin Hörlin-Homquist. Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist had a unique and humanistic design vision, and thanks to her uncompromising attitude, she created some of the most famous Swedish models of the era.
The unique stained beech frames are a visual delight, with subtle decorative elements that distinguish this pair from other models of the era. Without worrying about short-lived trends and what other people thought, Hörlin-Holmquist created her models with such precision and creativity that still makes them collectible pieces. Thanks to her unique vision, these chairs have unmistakeable backs and sides comprised of symmetrically arranged spindles. As the backs and armrests sit relatively low, the chairs have an open look. The original upholstered, dark green-coloured loose back and seat cushions elevate the visual comfort. The subtle elements of decoration include the tufted buttons on the cushions, the upholstered armrests, and the tapered legs.
OPE Möbler, Jönköping produced the furniture designs of some of Scandinavia’s most renowned designers, such as Ib Kofod-Larsen, Ingemar Thillmark, and of course, Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist. These Skrindan armchairs are exemplary of Swedish mid-century quality and design to their cores, uniting functionality with an understated, yet interesting and elegant design.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The wood has some scratches and marks. The chairs have their original velvet upholstery. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.
Dimensions:
28.93 in W x 33.07 in D x 31.88 in H; Seat height 16.92 in; Arm height 23.22 in
73.5 cm W x 84 cm D x 81 cm H; Seat height 43 cm; Arm height 59 cm
About the Designer:
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist was born on May 30, 1925 in Arvika, Sweden. She was a Swedish modernist architect and designer. Hörlin-Holmquist graduated from Stockholm’s Konstfack in 1952, and before that she studied and worked in England.
She often worked with her husband Erik Holmquist, and together they modelled and created the pieces together. A key aspect for the couple was always to test their designs in their own home before completing a project.
"I think both furniture and textiles, wherever they end up, must be kind, gentle and courteous, but without losing their character. They should have human qualities, not be pompous and only stand alone, but be able to adapt to the environment they end up in..."
Hörlin-Holmquist worked and studied in England from 1946-1947 immediately after the war, where she also studied art history and became fascinated with the classic English upholstered furniture...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of sculptural large wicker armchairs in rattan 20th century
Located in Leicester, GB
A sculptural pair of 20th-century wicker armchairs in rattan. The vintage chairs have gorgeous large open armrests beautifully woven. The wicker armchairs are made with an attractive...
Category
20th Century British Bohemian Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Rattan
Pair of Sculptural Italian Vintage Lounge Chairs, Attributed to Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
A very elegant pair of Italian vintage mid century modern lounge chairs; their highly sculptural shape is complemented by custom originally designed brass nail heads. Beautifully pro...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Gianfranco Frattini 836 Lounge Chairs, Cassina, Italy, 1950s
Located in London, GB
A rare pair of lounge chairs by Gianfranco Frattini, produced by Cassina, Italy, 1950s. In good original condition - wooden frames and original upholstery. Fast shipping worldwide...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of 60s Italian Bent Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Lounge Armchairs
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern pair of armchairs in rattan wicker bamboo with great design and tall high back. This charming lounge chairs are in the typical style of Fra...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo
Pair of Original Armchairs/ Ton, 1960's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia
- made of wood, fabric
- maker: Ton Bystrice pod Hostýnem
- partially restored
- good, original condition.
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Paul McCobb for Widdicomb Walnut Armchairs, Newly upholstered
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1950s
Paul McCobb for Widdicomb walnut frame armchairs, newly upholstered in a chocolatey burgundy fine wool blend with all new foam. Elegant design by Paul McCobb. Both the sea...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Walnut
20th Century Pair of Dutch Leather Club Chairs
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Showing superb patina and colour, this wonderful pair of club chairs were hand upholstered sheepskin leather in Holland by the finest craftsmen in the latter part of the 20th century...
Category
20th Century Dutch Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Pair of New Upholstered Mid-Century Modern Armchairs by Lifa, West Germany, 1963
By LIFA
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Great pair of New Upholstered Mid-Century Modern armchairs by Lifa West Germany
High quality German manufacturing from the 1960s
We upholstered these chairs with a stunning mid...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Pair of Vintage LC2 Corbusier Armchairs
By Le Corbusier
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage LC2 Corbusier armchairs.
Original leather and chrome frame.
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Lovely Vintage Oxblood Leather Chesterfield Gentleman's Club Armchairs
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this pair of stunning vintage Oxblood leather Chesterfield Club armchairs which are part of a suite
These are part of a suite as mentioned
A ...
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Geraldo De Barros leather armchairs
Located in Washington, DC
Pair of very rare leather armchairs designed by very important Brazilian Modernist figure Geraldo De Barros who was an artist and furniture designer. Cushions with this more "free" style are very reminiscent of Sergio Rodrigues's iconic Mole chair...
Category
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Minimalistic Mid-century Modern Lounge Chairs in Natural Wood, Italy, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Minimalistic Mid-century Modern armchairs designed in the 1970s, sourced in Italy.
These lounge chairs have been designed to have a calming and inviting presence, the perfect item to sit back, relax and unwind. They combine craft and simplicity to create a comfortable and timeless piece.
The chairs aren't only beautiful to look at, but they also offer a tactile experience as well, thanks to the natural solid wood and the luscious feather-filled cushions. We have chosen a texturized beige/greige fabric to enhance this feeling even more. The chairs are also incredibly comfortable, thanks to the plush seat and back cushion.
With their airy and minimal aesthetic, the lounge chairs are perfect for boho, minimal, contemporary, mid-century modern, minimalistic, Scandinavian design interiors.
The cushions have been reupholstered by a skilled craftsman in a high-quality Belgian fabric...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Pine, Jute, Cotton, Oak
Gio Ponti Style 2 Leather Armchairs Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Lucca, IT
Gio Ponti style 2 armchairs Mid-Century Modern, Italy, 1950s. Pair of Gio Ponti Style it's superbe.Original and authentic of Italian Design of mid-century modern .1950s Wood and Bl...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Danish Arm Chairs by Svend A. Madsen for Moreddi, Set of 2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of 2 Danish modern dining chairs designed by Svend A. Madsen, imported by Moreddi, circa 1960s. Armchairs with wonderfully shaped armrests & curved backs for extra com...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Percival Lafer MP-97 Armchair
Located in Washington, DC
The MP-97 armchair from Percival Lafer offers a very distinctive style, yet is also very comfortable. The designer took advantage of newly available technology to create different fo...
Category
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Rare Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen "Åre" Easy Chairs, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare model, produced by OPE, Sweden, 1960s.
Afromosia, rattan/cane and newly reupholstered cushions in leather.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rattan
Lina Bo Bardi Pair of Deckchairs
Located in Washington, DC
Beautiful vintage iron and leather deckchairs by Brazilian icon Lina Bo Bardi. Original iron structure with a newly set distressed thick saddle leather seating. Pair available.
Las...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of 19th Century French Louis XIV Armchairs
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very impressive pair of late 19th century Louis XIV style walnut armchairs, each with tapestry upholstery depicting rural country houses, scrolling carved arms and legs with parcel...
Category
19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Armchairs
Materials
Tapestry, Walnut
Pair of King Tubby Rattan Armchairs by Platt & Young for Driade, Italy, 1990s
By Driade, Platt & Young
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern style pair of King Tubby rattan wicker armchairs or lounge chairs by the designer Platt and Young for the quality and famous italian desi...
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Geraldo De Barros pair of armchairs
Located in Washington, DC
Pair of armchairs designed by very important Brazilian Modernist figure Geraldo De Barros who was an artist and furniture designer. These utilitarian chairs are not only beautiful, ...
Category
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Wonatti Viana Armchair, Walnut Wood Armchair, Suede Armchair
Located in Vila Nova De Famalicão, 03
A true statement of luxury
Combining the finest and ancient craftsmanship with luxurious levels of design, quality, and comfort.
Viana Armchair, Modern Collection, Walnut Wood, Sue...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Materials
Suede, Wood, Walnut
Leather and Mahogany Hand Carved Chippendale Style Set of George III Armchairs
Located in Lomita, CA
The tone of the stain and the manner in which it complements the mahogany, causes this pair of George III Chippendale armchairs to stand out. The chairs are circa 1920, and two later...
Category
Early 20th Century American George III Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage Wing Chair and Ottoman in William Morris Strawberry Thief Cotton Fabric
Located in Morristown, NJ
A vintage, roomy wingback armchair and ottoman reupholstered in the iconic "Strawberry Thief" pattern crafted in the United Kingdom and created by renowned Arts & Crafts textile desi...
Category
1950s American Queen Anne Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Cotton, Wood, Upholstery
Pair of armchairs ‘Eva’ designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, Swedish
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of armchairs ‘Eva’ designed by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson,
Sweden, 1964.
Leather and birch.
Stamped.
With its characteristically curved legs and armrests, this iconic c...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Birch
Oswald Mathias Ungers for Draenert Pair of 'Leonardo' Dining Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Oswald Mathias Ungers for Draenert, pair of 'Leonardo' dining chairs, beech, leather, Germany, design 1988
This pair of 'Leonardo' dining chairs are de...
Category
1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Peter Hvidt 1940s Pair of Velvet Armchairs for Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
Peter Hvidt - Model 1748 Lounge Chairs, circa 1940s.
These elegant low-back lounge chairs were produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark in the late 1940s by master designer Peter Hvidt. T...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
Anna-Lülja Praun Walnut High-Back Armchair And Ottoman In New Fabric, 1950s
Located in San Angelo, TX
Here is a beautiful and stunning Mid Century Modern armchair or lounge chair with ottoman from solid walnut by Anna Lülja Praun, circa 1952 Austria. This is an exquisite set that can...
Category
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of art deco armchairs, 1930s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Elegant art deco armchairs with ebonized wooden armrests and bases and faux leather upholstery.
Beautiful art deco design and above all very comfortable.
The chairs look great from...
Category
1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs
Located in North York, ON
Pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut lounge chairs. America circa 1970’s, iconic Mid-Century Modern styling. Beautiful curves and unique shape. Masterfully restored in a rich dark espre...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
1930s French Modernist Armchairs attributed to Jacques Adnet
Located in London, GB
A pair of supremely elegant French Art Deco armchairs, each beautifully proportioned with an upper body upholstered in velvet, with the plane of each arm ever so subtly curved along ...
Category
1830s French Art Deco Antique Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Pair of Italian Lounge Armchairs, 1970s
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of Italian armchairs from the 1970s completely restored in a cream bouclé. from the English house Designers Guild. A unique design that will give a lot of character to your inte...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé
Pair of Arne Norell Easy Chairs Model Sirocco, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of safari chairs model Sirocco in good condition with original green leather.
Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Arne Norell AB in Aneby, Sweden, 1970s.
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Wonatti Kotor Armchair, Lacquered Wood Armchair, Red Suede Armchair
Located in Vila Nova De Famalicão, 03
A true statement of luxury
We are combining the finest and ancient craftsmanship with luxurious levels of design, quality, and comfort.
Kotor Armchair, Modern Collection, Lacquered...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Materials
Suede, Wood
Elegant Vintage Hollywood Regency Armchairs: Bamboo-Carved and Newly Refurbished
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dive deep into vintage luxury with our remarkable pair of Hollywood Regency armchairs, brilliantly echoing the glamour and opulence of the golden age of Hollywood. Meticulously hand-...
Category
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Mohair, Upholstery, Foam, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
Melchiorre Bega Italian Pair of Armchairs, 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Pair of armchairs design by Melchiorre Bega, Italy, 1950s. The chairs have a compact curved form and feature the original red upholstery fabric. The armchairs are freshly cleaned and...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
Eastern bloc Vintage armchairs, 1980´s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
These armchairs were made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1980s.
The chairs are made of beechwood and the cushions are upholstered in fabric.
They are in very good vintage condit...
Category
Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech
Set of Armchairs by Jose Zanine Caldas, 1950s
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
A set of armchairs designed by Jose Zanine Caldas for his studio 'Moveis Artisticos Z' in 1950.
Brazilian midcentury design.
Made with solid wood, reu...
Category
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish Modern Walnut Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Ib Kofod Larsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing Danish walnut reclining lounge chairs and ottoman designed by Ib Kofod Larsen in Denmark, circa 1960s. Both the chair and the ottoman have a stained walnut frame that's been ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Pair of Large Wicker Armchairs; The Collection of Andre Leon Talley
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Pair of Large Wicker Armchairs w/ fitted upholstered seat cushion. Seat cushion is removable. From Andre Leon Talley's Collection.
A striking pair of large wicker armchairs, meticul...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown British Colonial Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan
Etienne Henri-Martin "SK 250" Armchairs for Steiner, France, 1950s
By Steiner
Located in Utrecht, NL
Etienne-Henri Martin’s design work combined elements of classic and avant-garde French design. The French designer and decorator designed this model in the early 1950s, symbolizing F...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Stunning Pair of Victorian Military Campaign Folding Chairs Steamer Liner Pieces
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime pair of Victorian circa 1880 military campaign style folding chairs
A very good looking and highly collectable pair of desk steame...
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
PAIR OF LOVELY ANTIQUE OXBLOOD LEATHER CHESTERFIELD GENTLEMAN'S CLUB ARMCHAiRS
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this pair of stunning antique circa 1900 Oxblood leather Chesterfield Club armchairs
Please note the delive...
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Wonatti Nazaré Armchair, Walnut Wood Armchair, Suede Armchair, Orange Armchair
Located in Vila Nova De Famalicão, 03
A true statement of luxury
Combining the finest and ancient craftsmanship with luxurious levels of design, quality, and comfort.
Nazaré Armchair, Modern Collection, Walnut Wood, Su...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Walnut Lounge Chairs by Folke Ohlsson for DUX
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Exceptional vintage walnut lounge chairs designed by Folke Ohlsson for Dux in Sweden, circa 1950s. These chairs have been identified as the USA-143 model belonging to one of the desi...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Vittorio Introini P60 Set of Lounge Chair with Ottoman for Saporiti, 1960s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
A beautiful and very comfortable set of armchair with saddle effect and matching footstool, which takes the curves of the armchair.
The set has its original pistachio color very smoo...
Category
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather
"Olav" Sofa 3 Seats in Black Carbon Steel, Upholstered and Wood Detail
Located in Centro, RS
The structure of the OLAV sofa (3 seats) is made of carbon steel in the painted with black ink, has a matte gold detail at the bottom.
It has percinta elastics at the base.
The uphol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of large curved wooden armchairs - Belgian work, 1980/90
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Beautiful curved grey wooden armchairs
Belgian work, 1980-90
painted in grey
74 x 73 x 79 cm
Very confortable and large armchairs.
Category
1980s Belgian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Armchair Play in velour fabric
Located in Kyiv, UA
“PLAY” armchair has an unusual shape that was assembled from several geometric elements. The bagel-shaped detail serves the back of the chair.
Handcrafted in Ukraine, this armchair embodies the perfect blend of comfort and style. Its sleek design and attention to detail make it a true statement piece for any space. With its ergonomic features, it offers superior comfort, allowing you to relax and unwind in style.
Armchair PLAY...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Plywood
Wonatti Tristan Armchair, Grenn Leather Armchair
Located in Vila Nova De Famalicão, 03
A true statement of luxury
Combining the finest and ancient craftsmanship with luxurious levels of design, quality, and comfort.
Tristan Armchair, Modern Collection, Leather - Trad...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Set of 2 Chairs, I.S.A. Bergamo, 1950s
By I.S.A. Italy
Located in Wolfurt, AT
his pair of Italian armchairs was made in the 1950s by the company I.S.A. Bergamo. The upholstery of both pieces should be renewed, and are happy to help you with this.
We are happ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Dillon Chair by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Dillon chair has a solid American walnut or white oak x-based frame that features boxed cushions with piping and buttons on the back cushion.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is ...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
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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