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Wood turned rush armchair in the stye of Charles Dudouyt, France 1950s
Wood turned rush armchair in the stye of Charles Dudouyt, France 1950s

Wood turned rush armchair in the stye of Charles Dudouyt, France 1950s

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Zaandam, NL

"Brutalist" French oak rush armchair in the manner of Charles Dudouyt, ca 1950s. This chair in in a lovely patinated condition with some light fading on the rush seat and backrest, l...

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1950s French Brutalist Vintage Armchairs

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Oak

Midcentury Pair of Armchairs in Walnut by Paolo Buffa for Framar Made in Italy
Midcentury Pair of Armchairs in Walnut by Paolo Buffa for Framar Made in Italy

Midcentury Pair of Armchairs in Walnut by Paolo Buffa for Framar Made in Italy

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

Pair of wingback armchairs by Paolo Buffa with a wood frame in walnut and reupholstered in Italian blue wool. Paolo Buffa is an Italian designer and architect. He is one of the most...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Walnut

English Vintage Mid-century Flexible-back Occasional Chair
English Vintage Mid-century Flexible-back Occasional Chair

English Vintage Mid-century Flexible-back Occasional Chair

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

English vintage mid-century modern armchair in the manner of Kofod-Larsen with a detached seat back on springy metal bars that bend to the sitter’s preferences of recline. The shell ...

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20th Century English Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Joe Colombo Swivel "Elda" Italian Lounge Chair
Joe Colombo Swivel "Elda" Italian Lounge Chair

Joe Colombo Swivel "Elda" Italian Lounge Chair

By Comfort, Italy, Joe Colombo

Located in Vienna, AT

Lounge chair designed by Joe Colombo (1930-1971) in 1963 model "Elda"for Comfort. Made of fiberglass structure reupholstered with creme bouclé fabric which make it very unique. It ha...

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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Bouclé, Fiberglass

Pair of Sculptural Armchairs, Solid Oak and Pure Alpaca Upholstery
Pair of Sculptural Armchairs, Solid Oak and Pure Alpaca Upholstery

Pair of Sculptural Armchairs, Solid Oak and Pure Alpaca Upholstery

A pair of refined, organic armchairs, with a curved, sculptural form in solid oak and upholstered in a premium pure Alpaca fabric. Also available in COM. Fast shipping worldwide. ...

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2010s British Art Deco Armchairs

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Alpaca, Oak

Kerstin Hörlin-Homquist ‘Skrindan’ Armchair in Light Sheepskin, 1960s
Kerstin Hörlin-Homquist ‘Skrindan’ Armchair in Light Sheepskin, 1960s

Kerstin Hörlin-Homquist ‘Skrindan’ Armchair in Light Sheepskin, 1960s

By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, OPE Möbler

Located in Prague, New Town

'Skrindan' armchair, designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Homquist in 1963. Produced by OPE Möbler in Sweden, 1960s. Beech, loose cushions and armrests recently reupholstered in light sheepski...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

Daumiller Dining Armchair in Golden Pine for GUBI
Daumiller Dining Armchair in Golden Pine for GUBI

Daumiller Dining Armchair in Golden Pine for GUBI

By Gubi, Rainer Daumiller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Daumiller Dining Armchair in Golden Pine for GUBI Solid in construction, simple in form, and sculptural in expression, the Daumiller dining armchair reflects designer Rainer Daumill...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Pine

Large British Mid-Century Wicker Armchair with Integrated Storage
Large British Mid-Century Wicker Armchair with Integrated Storage

Large British Mid-Century Wicker Armchair with Integrated Storage

Located in Nottingham, GB

A wonderfully unusual British Mid-Century wicker armchair, distinguished by its generous proportions, sculptural high back and ingenious integrated storage. The chair is entirely wo...

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Mid-20th Century Armchairs

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Wicker

French Regency Period "Fauteuil a La Reine" Armchair, 18th Century - France
French Regency Period "Fauteuil a La Reine" Armchair, 18th Century - France

French Regency Period "Fauteuil a La Reine" Armchair, 18th Century - France

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Beautiful Regency period "fauteuil à la reine", richly carved. The wood is richly carved with regency motifs with shells on the front of the seat, floral motifs on the armrests and l...

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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Paolo Deganello 'Aeo' Chair for the Archizoom Group by Cassina
Paolo Deganello 'Aeo' Chair for the Archizoom Group by Cassina

Paolo Deganello 'Aeo' Chair for the Archizoom Group by Cassina

By Paolo Deganello, Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Designed by Paolo Deganello for the Archizoom Group in 1973 as an unorthodox interpretation of the modern design armchair, the audacity of its shapes is echoed in the experimental use of materials. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. The AEO chair...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Pair Modern Chrome Cantilever Chairs Oatmeal Hopsacking Steelcase Model 421 482
Pair Modern Chrome Cantilever Chairs Oatmeal Hopsacking Steelcase Model 421 482

Pair Modern Chrome Cantilever Chairs Oatmeal Hopsacking Steelcase Model 421 482

By Steelcase

Located in Topeka, KS

Fabulous vintage pair of modern chrome cantilever chairs with original oatmeal hopsacking and black plastic armrests by Steelcase labeled Model #421-482. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There are some small scratches on the chrome and two of the buttons on each seat have been replaced using fabric salvaged from bottom of chair. Buttons are a slightly different size, but you must examine closely to tell. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1981. Spectacular Style and Stunningly Steelcase!! Their tag is labeled Model # 421-482 and they are comprised of a gorgeous chrome cantilever frame with black plastic armrests, and they wear their original oatmeal colored hopsacking fabric with button detail on the seat back and cushion. Super stylish and super comfortable!! They are the perfect pair of accent chairs whether you have a modern aesthetic, industrial, modern country, rustic, Art Deco, or Hollywood Regency décor. They could be used in a living room setting, your master bedroom, home office, entry, or as host and hostess chairs in your dining room. Or mix them with your modern country or mountain home décor and use them in as extra seating or at a game table in the family room. They are going to be an incredible addition to any space in your home! Steelcase was founded as the Metal Office Furniture Company in 1912 by Peter M. Wege in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The Metal Office Furniture Company's first products included fireproof metal safes and four-drawer filing cabinets which Wege invented and manufactured for the Macey Company. In 1914, the company received its first product patent for "The Victor," a fireproof steel wastebasket. The Victor gained popularity due to its light weight achieved through a patented process of bending flat steel at right angles to create boxes, and its ability to prevent fires at a time when smoking was common indoors, particularly in the workplace. In 1915, the company began manufacturing and distributing steel desks and in 1937, the company collaborated with Frank Lloyd Wright on office furniture. The partnership lasted two years and resulted in some of the first modern workstations. The company officially changed its name to Steelcase, Inc. in 1954 and became known as the leader of the furniture industry in the late 1960s due to the volume of its sales and in 1973, the company debuted the Series 9000 furniture line. Steelcase merged three of its subsidiaries, Brayton International, Metro Furniture...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Armchairs

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Chrome

Five Folding Canvas Film Director's Folding Chairs Red, Blue & White circa 1940
Five Folding Canvas Film Director's Folding Chairs Red, Blue & White circa 1940

Five Folding Canvas Film Director's Folding Chairs Red, Blue & White circa 1940

Located in Labrit, Landes

**Set of 5 vintage folding director's chairs** A set of five folding “director's” chairs, combining functional simplicity with vintage charm. The frames are made of dark-stained woo...

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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Beech, Canvas

19th Century French Marquis Louis XVI Armchairs, pair
19th Century French Marquis Louis XVI Armchairs, pair

19th Century French Marquis Louis XVI Armchairs, pair

Located in New Orleans, LA

There is something undeniably inviting about a fauteuil marquise—its generous proportions conceived not merely for sitting, but for lingering. This elegant pair of 19th-century Frenc...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Armchairs

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Textile, Wood

Jens Risom Walnut Armchairs in Natural Mohair, C. 1950s
Jens Risom Walnut Armchairs in Natural Mohair, C. 1950s

Jens Risom Walnut Armchairs in Natural Mohair, C. 1950s

By Jens Risom

Located in Westport, CT

An exquisite pair of mid-century modern armchairs designed by Jens Risom, crafted circa 1960-1969. Meticulously restored, the walnut framework shines with renewed beauty, complemente...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Mohair, Walnut

Victorian Mahogany Deep Cushioned Red Leather Buttonback Revolving Desk Chair
Victorian Mahogany Deep Cushioned Red Leather Buttonback Revolving Desk Chair

Victorian Mahogany Deep Cushioned Red Leather Buttonback Revolving Desk Chair

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Victorian Mahogany & Red Leather Ecclesiastical Button Back Revolving Desk Chair With Stud Detailing & Iron Swivel Base Curved upholstered deep buttoned red leather backrest, with ...

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Armchairs

Materials

Brass, Iron

20th Century Pair of Carved Walnut Spanish Savonarola
20th Century Pair of Carved Walnut Spanish Savonarola

20th Century Pair of Carved Walnut Spanish Savonarola

Located in Miami, FL

20th century pair of carved walnut Spanish Savonarola. You can use like an armchairs, swivel chairs, settee... it´s a very decorative and functiona...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Baroque Revival Armchairs

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Walnut, Paint

1940s Swedish Moderen / Art Deco / Nouveau Armchair Offered For Reupholstery
1940s Swedish Moderen / Art Deco / Nouveau Armchair Offered For Reupholstery

1940s Swedish Moderen / Art Deco / Nouveau Armchair Offered For Reupholstery

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

This is a Swedish Art Nouveau armchair from the 1940s, featuring a padded backrest and curved wooden armrests, adding an elegant and timeless design. The chair offer exceptional comf...

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1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

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Beech

Mid-Century Zebra Velvet Armchair, GFM 142, Edmund Homa, Europe, 1960s
Mid-Century Zebra Velvet Armchair, GFM 142, Edmund Homa, Europe, 1960s

Mid-Century Zebra Velvet Armchair, GFM 142, Edmund Homa, Europe, 1960s

By Edmund Homa

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Beautiful Zebra Velvet Armchair GFM-142, designed by Edmund Homa, a polish architect, designer of Industrial Design and interior architecture, professor at the Academy of Fine Arts i...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Velvet, Beech

Antique 18th Century Dutch Marquetry Elbow Arm Chair- Fine Quality Carver
Antique 18th Century Dutch Marquetry Elbow Arm Chair- Fine Quality Carver

Antique 18th Century Dutch Marquetry Elbow Arm Chair- Fine Quality Carver

Located in Wisbech, England

Antique 18th Century Dutch Marquetry Elbow / Desk Chair – Fine Quality Full of authentic charm and character, this fine quality 18th Century marquetry elbow arm chair is an exceptio...

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18th Century Dutch Antique Armchairs

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Wood

Classic Pair of Hancock & Moore Tufted Red Leather Armchairs
Classic Pair of Hancock & Moore Tufted Red Leather Armchairs

Classic Pair of Hancock & Moore Tufted Red Leather Armchairs

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Pair of Hancock & Moore classic tufted red leather Chesterfield style arm chairs. Seat: 17” D x 17” H Arm: 26” H Seip

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1980s American Chippendale Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Midcentury italian rattan Gala armchair by Franco Albini for Bonacina
Midcentury italian rattan Gala armchair by Franco Albini for Bonacina

Midcentury italian rattan Gala armchair by Franco Albini for Bonacina

By Bonacina, Franco Albini

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Gala armchair designed by Franco Albini for Bonacina, Italy, 1950s. Designed during Franco Albini's celebrated collaboration with Bonacina, the Gala armchair is one of the most refin...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Rattan

1960s Saarinen Style Red Molded Plastic Pedestal Armchair
1960s Saarinen Style Red Molded Plastic Pedestal Armchair

1960s Saarinen Style Red Molded Plastic Pedestal Armchair

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This armchair follows the example of Eero Saarinen's revolutionary pedestal chair concept from the 1950s, executed here in a molded plastic construction. The chair features continuou...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Plastic

Unique “Ginkgo Biloba” Sculptural Armchair by Joop Evers, Netherlands, 1992
Unique “Ginkgo Biloba” Sculptural Armchair by Joop Evers, Netherlands, 1992

Unique “Ginkgo Biloba” Sculptural Armchair by Joop Evers, Netherlands, 1992

Located in DE KWAKEL, NL

An extraordinary one-of-a-kind sculptural armchair created in 1992 by Dutch artist Joop Evers in collaboration with Frans Bolscher. This remarkable piece combines expressive craftsma...

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1990s Dutch Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Italian Mid-Century Modern Reclining Armchair, 1960s
Italian Mid-Century Modern Reclining Armchair, 1960s

Italian Mid-Century Modern Reclining Armchair, 1960s

Located in Catania, CT

Italian mid-century modern reclining armchair from the 1960s, featuring a sculptural solid wood frame with angular legs and integrated armrests. The dynamic structure reflects the bo...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Scandinavian Modern Armchair in Brown Leather & Walnut, Circa 1990
Scandinavian Modern Armchair in Brown Leather & Walnut, Circa 1990

Scandinavian Modern Armchair in Brown Leather & Walnut, Circa 1990

Located in Barcelona, ES

"Scandinavian Modern Brown Leather Armchair: Organic Design" Manufacturer: Unknown Production Year: Circa 1990 Material: Brown leather and walnut wood Condition: Goo...

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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Rare Pair of Prototype “FerroTipi” Armchairs by G. Malacrida and P. Resmini 1968
Rare Pair of Prototype “FerroTipi” Armchairs by G. Malacrida and P. Resmini 1968

Rare Pair of Prototype “FerroTipi” Armchairs by G. Malacrida and P. Resmini 1968

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

Rare pair of prototype “FerroTipi” armchairs designed in 1968 by Italian architects Gianantonio Malacrida and Paolo Resmini. The FerroTipi series was developed as an experimental st...

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1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Jacobean Bobbin Armchair, Hand-Crafted Beech with Rush Seat
Jacobean Bobbin Armchair, Hand-Crafted Beech with Rush Seat

Jacobean Bobbin Armchair, Hand-Crafted Beech with Rush Seat

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and rare Jacobean style bobbin armchair. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid hand-crafted stained beech frame with bobbin turned back, legs and supports. Original wo...

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Early 1900s Dutch Jacobean Antique Armchairs

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Rush, Beech

Totara Armchair Misia Fabric Handmade in Portugal by Ömer ÖZTÜRK for Malabar
Totara Armchair Misia Fabric Handmade in Portugal by Ömer ÖZTÜRK for Malabar

Totara Armchair Misia Fabric Handmade in Portugal by Ömer ÖZTÜRK for Malabar

Located in RIO TINTO, PT

Totara is conceived through the relationship between mass and void, where a powerful volume, rooted in the language of ancient arches, frames and defines the act of sitting. At its ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

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Oak, Walnut, Lacquer

Art Deco Thonet H269 Armchair by Jindrich Halabala
Art Deco Thonet H269 Armchair by Jindrich Halabala

Art Deco Thonet H269 Armchair by Jindrich Halabala

By Thonet

Located in Vienna, AT

Beech bentwood walnut stained armchair made by Thonet in the 1930s. Excellent restored with seat springs upholstered with leather imitated fabric. Another fabric and wood finish on r...

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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

French Empire style walnut Armchair - blue green yellow - France 19th
French Empire style walnut Armchair - blue green yellow - France 19th

French Empire style walnut Armchair - blue green yellow - France 19th

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Very pretty Empire-style walnut armchair with carved palmettes and acanthus leaves. The armrests are fluted. The legs are saber-shaped. The armchair is upholstered with floral tapest...

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19th Century French Empire Antique Armchairs

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Walnut

Neo-Classical Style Bergere  Chairs W/ Faux Tortoise & Silver Gilt Frames - Pair
Neo-Classical Style Bergere  Chairs W/ Faux Tortoise & Silver Gilt Frames - Pair

Neo-Classical Style Bergere Chairs W/ Faux Tortoise & Silver Gilt Frames - Pair

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a pair of neo-classical style bergere chairs with faux tortoise and silver gilt frames the upholstery is in good condition and is a flax cotton linen blend. They have a very ...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Leather and Wood Bankers Style Office Arm Chair
Leather and Wood Bankers Style Office Arm Chair

Leather and Wood Bankers Style Office Arm Chair

By Kittinger Furniture Company

Located in New York, NY

Iconic Georgian style leather and wood arm chairs, with studded nailhead trim. The chair is in very good, original, clean and ready to use condition, showing only light cosmetic wear...

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Mid-20th Century American Georgian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Pair of Frank Gehry for Knoll “Hat Trick” Bentwood Armchairs, USA, 1996
Pair of Frank Gehry for Knoll “Hat Trick” Bentwood Armchairs, USA, 1996

Pair of Frank Gehry for Knoll “Hat Trick” Bentwood Armchairs, USA, 1996

By Knoll

Located in Morristown, NJ

Designed by Frank Gehry for Knoll, these Hat Trick armchairs exemplify Gehry’s radical rethinking of structure, material, and form at the intersection of architecture and furniture design. Executed in laminated bent maple, each chair is composed as a rhythmic assemblage of curving wood ribbons: a vertically slatted, crown-like backrest rises above a generously proportioned seat, while integrated armrests flow seamlessly into an expressive base formed by entwined legs and stretchers. The visual language is unmistakably Gehry—dynamic, deconstructed, and sculptural—yet resolved with ergonomic intelligence and functional clarity. Originally introduced in the mid-1990s, the Hat Trick series emerged from Gehry’s long-standing interest in bending conventional materials to their physical and aesthetic limits. Much like his architectural work, these chairs foreground process and structure, allowing the construction itself to define the final form. The result is furniture that reads as inhabitable sculpture, equally compelling in a domestic interior, architectural setting, or design-forward commercial space. Both chairs retain original Knoll underside branding, including “Made in USA” stamp, printed Gehry signature, and date mark 1/19/96, confirming authenticity and period manufacture. Offered as a matched pair, they present a rare opportunity to acquire an important example of late-20th-century American design by one of the most influential architects of our time. Ideal for a design-forward residential interior, these Frank Gehry for Knoll Hat...

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1990s American Post-Modern Armchairs

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Bentwood

French Country Rattan Wingback Armchair
French Country Rattan Wingback Armchair

French Country Rattan Wingback Armchair

By Bramble

Located in Westwood, NJ

The armchair with Blue Toile upholstery reinterprets a classic European silhouette through the lens of relaxed coastal living. Its high-backed winged form and gently rolled arms reca...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Country Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Raffia

Maralunga lounge chair in leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy 1973
Maralunga lounge chair in leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy 1973

Maralunga lounge chair in leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy 1973

By Vico Magistretti

Located in Arezzo, Italy

Armchair designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1973. Tubular steel frame structure, polyurethane, leather. Excellent condition, restored. The project won the Compasso d' Oro in ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Steel

"Stockholm" Armchairs by Tord Björklund for Ikea, 1990s
"Stockholm" Armchairs by Tord Björklund for Ikea, 1990s

"Stockholm" Armchairs by Tord Björklund for Ikea, 1990s

By IKEA, Tord Bjorklund

Located in Karis, Nyland

Postmodern vintage design aluminum armchairs with a black leather seat and backrest, ca 1990s. Chair model "Stockholm", designed by Tord Björklund. Manufactured by Ikea, Sweden. Not...

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1990s Swedish Post-Modern Armchairs

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Aluminum

Pair of Louis Philippe Walnut Upholstered Fauteuils, 19th Century
Pair of Louis Philippe Walnut Upholstered Fauteuils, 19th Century

Pair of Louis Philippe Walnut Upholstered Fauteuils, 19th Century

Located in Astoria, NY

Pair of Louis Philippe Walnut Upholstered Fauteuils, 19th century, each with cream upholstery and scrolling armrests. 36" H x 22" W x 20.5" D; seat: 16" H; armrest: 24.5" H. Proven...

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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Armchairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Contemporary Armchair 'Barba Lounge' by Fogia, Brown fabric
Contemporary Armchair 'Barba Lounge' by Fogia, Brown fabric

Contemporary Armchair 'Barba Lounge' by Fogia, Brown fabric

By FOGIA, Andreas Engesvik

Located in Paris, IDF

Contemporary Armchair 'Barba Lounge' designed by Andreas Engesvik for Fogia Materials: - Fabric, foam and wood Dimensions: H. 65 x 80 x 90 cm Fabric shown on main picture: - Sahc...

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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Foam, Wood

Pair of Napoleon III spoon back armchairs
Pair of Napoleon III spoon back armchairs

Pair of Napoleon III spoon back armchairs

Located in Malton, GB

These are a very pretty pair of Napoleon III spoon back armchairs. Another classic French design that lends itself to a huge amount of interiors. The scroll arms and cabriole legs gi...

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19th Century Antique Armchairs

Materials

Beech

'Big Big Chair' Armchair in Sheepskin by Norr11
'Big Big Chair' Armchair in Sheepskin by Norr11

'Big Big Chair' Armchair in Sheepskin by Norr11

By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11

Located in Paris, IDF

BIG BIG CHAIR Armchair Signed by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl for Norr11. Model shown on the picture: Fabric: Sheepskin (07 Sahara) Made in Italy Appropriately named, the Big Big Chair is the bigger version of the compact Little Big Chair...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin

Daumiller Dining Armchair in Brown/Black Pine for GUBI
Daumiller Dining Armchair in Brown/Black Pine for GUBI

Daumiller Dining Armchair in Brown/Black Pine for GUBI

By Gubi, Rainer Daumiller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Daumiller Dining Armchair in Brown/Black Pine for GUBI Solid in construction, simple in form, and sculptural in expression, the Daumiller Armchair reflects designer Rainer Daumille...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Pine

Puzzle Chair and Table by David Kawecki
Puzzle Chair and Table by David Kawecki

Puzzle Chair and Table by David Kawecki

By David Kawecki

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

The Puzzle chair and table by David Kawecki are striking pieces of furniture that blend modern design with a playful aesthetic. Crafted from laser-cut wood, each piece is meticulousl...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Armchairs

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Wood

A Pair of French Louis XV style open arm chairs, C. 1920.
A Pair of French Louis XV style open arm chairs, C. 1920.

A Pair of French Louis XV style open arm chairs, C. 1920.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These comfortable grey painted and giltwood chairs envelop you with the arched crests and rounded backs, small padded arms and deep fluffy cushions all supported by round tapering an...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Arthur Umanoff Style Vintage Basket Chair
Arthur Umanoff Style Vintage Basket Chair

Arthur Umanoff Style Vintage Basket Chair

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Waxahachie, TX

Got conflicting information on this one. 1950s Danish or Arthur Umanoff (style?) Either way, it's a badass accent chair. Wicker basket seat with rattan arms and supports. Minor areas...

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1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Wicker

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.

Questions About Armchairs

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 11, 2024
    A one-person couch is typically called an armchair. 

    The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered piece of seating that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.

    Armchairs are among the types of chairs you should know when decorating your home. Most living rooms include at least one armchair. Typically upholstered and including comfortable armrests, armchairs vary by size, style and color, allowing you to use them to make a statement, focus on comfort or show off your personality.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    A Madeline chair is a type of upholstered chair commonly used in seating areas. A take on the barrel chair, it features a low-profile rolled back and a deep, narrow seat. Typically, it rests on simple, squared wooden legs. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of armchairs.