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Armchairs For Sale
Pair of Italian Baroque Walnut Armchairs
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A pair of Italian Baroque ‘poltrone’ or armchairs. Probably from the Umbria region, 17th century and later. Solid walnut with upholstered seat and backrest and remnants of the origin...
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17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Armchairs

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Walnut

Antique Hand Carved Louis XIII Highback Armchair, 19th Century
Located in Lucenec, SK
Antique hand carved Louis XII highback armchair, late 19th century. New upholstery.
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19th Century European Louis XIII Antique Armchairs

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Oak

Pair of Velasquez Slipper Chairs by Mimo Padova. Italy, 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Space Age Pair of large slipper chairs armchairs model Velasquez by the italian design editor manufacture Mimo J. Padova. New upholstery with a bouclé fabric. In t...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Metal

1970s, Danish armchair, furniture wool fabric, oak wood, original condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Danish armchair. Beige furniture wool fabric, oak wood, and springs in the seat cushion. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains, and stable construction. Manufactu...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Wool, Oak

1950s Czech Pair Of MCM Upholstered Armchairs By J. Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
This pair of 1950s Czech Wooden Armchairs by J. Halabala exemplifies mid-century modern design with their signature blend of simplicity and elegance. Each armchair features Halabala'...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Cy Mann Chrome Lounge Chairs in Lime Green, C. 1970
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Modern Pair of Cy Mann Chrome and Bright Green Lounge Chairs, C. 1970. Featuring flat bar Chrome construction, ergonomic slant back design, attached original upholstered tufted Sprin...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Chrome

20th Century Gio Ponti Pair of Armchairs by ISA Bergamo 50s White Upholstery
Located in Turin, Turin
The I.S.A. (Industria Salotti e Arredamenti) manufacture also known as ISA, ISA Bergamo and ISA Italia was founded in the late 1940s near Bergamo in Ponte San Pietro. It produced a s...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Aluminum

Presidential Armchair by Jorge Zalszupin for L'atelier, Brazil, 1959
Located in Melbourne, VIC
The "Presidential" lounge armchair stands as an iconic masterpiece of Brazilian modern design, crafted during the 1960s by the renowned Polish-Brazilian architect and designer, Jorge...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Metal

Vintage designed armchair with wheels, Czechoslovakia, 1950s.
Located in Praha, CZ
Made of Fabric The chair has wheels for better handling The chair shows signs of use Seat height is 42 cm Original Vintage Condition
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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

Set of 2 Vintage Sheepskin Leather Art Deco Style Design Armchairs
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this set of two bold vintage sheepskin leather Art Deco style design armchairs. Over the years, this stunning pair of Art Deco armchairs has developed a beautiful patina...
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20th Century Art Deco Armchairs

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Leather, Sheepskin

Custom Made Sheepskin Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Karu lounge chair These high-end lounge chairs are handmade to order at our workshops in England. The chair legs are available in oa...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Beech, Oak

Saddle Old Brown Armchair in Genuine Vintage Brown Leather
Located in Paris, FR
Armchair saddle old brown with wooden structure in vintage brown leather with stirrups and handcrafted leather.
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21st Century and Contemporary British Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Maison Jansen Attributed Leather and Gilt Regency Armchairs, Restored, c. 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An intriguing set of restored armchairs, which are confirmed to be from the 1940s and earlier. The question is - how much earlier? Crafted in the Regency style, this set of Ebonized and Gilt frames chairs feature gold colored leather seats and a charismatic silhouette with a lot of interesting artistic details. *NOTE* We have eight available, they are priced as pairs. The chairs are signed with Mid-Century era upholstery tags and a business card for an antiques restorer. The business card is of a 1940s style and the address used is the style of address used between 1943 and 1963 which is before ZIP codes were used but after the implementation of the 2 digit Postal Code system. What is currently unknown is whether Fred H. Mehrhoff reproduced these chairs in that time or if he had restored them. Generally speaking, antique restorers did much more restoring than they did reproducing. Reproductions were mostly private commissions from local clientele. We found a 1935 newspaper directory with Fred H. Mehrhoff listed as a cabinetmaker in Ohio, which further supports his career as an antiques restoration specialist. Again, the question is whether he crafted these chairs in the 1940s or possibly 1950s, or if he restored them and they are much older - perhaps of the Regency period (early 1800s). If he restored these in the 1940s, which we are inclined to believe, they are likely an important set and from an important maker or design house, such as Maison Jansen. These have the aesthetic style and taste of Maison Jansen, and we definitely would not be surprised to learn these were used in a Jansen interior project at some point in the late 1800s to early 1900s. These Maison Jansen attributed armchairs would work great in a French Neoclassical, Classical, Art Deco, or Hollywood Regency home. Also consider mixing it up in a Post-Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Contemporary, Space Age Mod, Scandanavian Modern, Danish Modern or Zen / Minimalist room as a splash of juxtaposition. Can be used as dining captains or side chairs, hall chairs, desk or guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs, feeding chair...
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1940s American Regency Vintage Armchairs

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Leather, Lacquer, Wood

Edward Wormley Dunbar Mahogany Armchair Mid Century Restored
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A very versatile mid century mahogany armchair designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar freshly reupholstered in a stunning tribal pattern fabric.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Pair of Chinoiserie Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Armchairs in Black by Baker
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Classic looking Asian styled chair produced by Baker Furniture in the 1960s. These feature, black lacquered solid wood construction with custom sewed cushions. Clean and ready for ...
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Mid-20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Armchairs

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Wood

Pair of H 269 Lounge Chairs by Jindřich Halabala for Up Závody Brno, 1930s
Located in Lucenec, SK
Pair of iconic H-269 lounge chairs by Jindrich Halabala for Up Závody Brno in good, original condition, Czechoslovakia, 1930s.  
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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

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Bentwood

Contemporary Ava Armchair in Wood by Guto Indio da Costa, Brazil
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Contemporary Wood Ava Armchair by Guto Indio da Costa, Brazil The AVA armchair is part of the collection Machina & Manus by the Brazilian designer...
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Armchairs

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Wood

Carl-Johan Boman Pair of Finnish Curved Easy Chairs in Sahara Sheepskin, 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
Pair of Finnish curved easy chairs, designed by Carl-Johan Boman. Produced by Oy Boman Ab in Finland, 1940s. Tapered wooden legs, seats are newly upholstered in Sahara sheepskin. Pl...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Wood

Important Pierre Patout Mahogany Dining Chairs from S.S. Île de France, c. 1927
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This set of important Pierre Patout open arm chairs were from the first class dining room on board of the S.S. Île de France, circa 1927. With excellent provenance, this exact set was previously sold at Christie's New York on June 1, 2006 during their Ocean Liner Furnishings and Art auction as Lot 286. As seen in the last photo, they had a hammer price of $12,000 plus buyers premium (usually from 20 to 30% of hammer price) and had an estimate of up to $25,000. Keep in mind that this is in 2006 and the inflation rate since then has been almost 30% in total. One of the chairs still retains the Christie's label as can be seen in the last photo. These Pierre Patout french art deco dining chairs feature an open arm design, flared legs, scalloped Mahogany sections which make up the seat base and seat back. Covered in soft and sumptuous velvet which has a light orange-brown color. Such incredible craftsmanship and quality materials that you just don't find in todays products. This set is priced for the set of 6 chairs, if you wish to purchase only a pair contact us to discuss. Such an amazing set for art and design collectors or interior designers looking for something truly special for best client. These chairs have incredible heft - you can feel the quality at first touch. These chairs are just exquisite - get them while they are still available and before someone else does. ABOUT THE DESIGNER: Pierre Patout (1879-1965), was a close friend and associate of Jacques-Emile Ruhlman, creating designs for the 1925 Exposition of Decorative Arts. Patout designed the main gateway of the Exposition on the Place de la Concorde, and also The Hôtel du Riche Collectionneur, one of the most popular attractions at the Exposition. Inside it displayed new furniture designs of Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann, as well as Art Deco fabrics, carpets, and a painting by Jean Dupas. His success at the Exposition led to commissions for transatlantic ocean liners including the Ile de France, L'Atlantique, and, the most famous of all the SS Normandie. The highlight of the Normandie interior was the dining room, illuminated with rows of lighted columns of Lalique crystal. The SS Île de France...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

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Velvet, Mahogany

MidC French Bamboo Rattan Swinging Egg Chair
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa mid 20thC MidC French Bamboo Rattan Swinging Egg Chairs Price for x1 chair x1 chair available sku 1318B W76 x D50 x H110 cm
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Mid-20th Century Armchairs

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Bamboo, Rattan

MidC French Bamboo Rattan Swinging Egg Chair
MidC French Bamboo Rattan Swinging Egg Chair
$3,695 Sale Price / set
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Gervasoni Sofa Upholstered Saia 12 by David Lopez Quincoces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With balanced lines, the Saia upholstered collection is created from a classic ideal reinterpreted in a contemporary key. The name, meaning "skirt" in Portuguese, illustrates its dis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

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Upholstery

Zebra Black Armchair Dome with Real Zebra Skin and Real Horns
Located in Paris, FR
Armchair dome zebra black with structure in solid beech wood. Back seat covered with real Burchell's zebra skin, crest and tail included. Inside back seat covered with black genui...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Armchairs

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Bronze

A pair of Mid-Century Modern Drexel “dateline” Arm Chairs
Located in Charleston, SC
Set of 2 genuine 1950s Drexel Dateline dining chairs feature solid mahogany wood with fabric upholstery. They were produced for a short amount of tim...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Upholstered Armchair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Fine Quality Pair of French Creme Painted Gilt Louis XVI Directoire Armchairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous set of chic Maison Jansen style armchairs. The chairs feature chic creme painted frames with distressing and gold gilded highlights. The chairs are upholstered in ...
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1940s French Louis XVI Vintage Armchairs

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Walnut

Modern Mel Armchair, Beige Linen Fabric, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mel Armchair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Mel armchair, named after nature’s purest and sweetest gift, brings forth the comforting e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Vladimir Kagan Model #100A Barrel Lounge Chair in Velvet, c. 1973, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare collectors piece is the Vladimir Kagan model #100-A 'Barrel Lounge Chair' on ball casters, designed in 1947, signed with Vladimir Kagan Designs label. The gorgeous velvet is in a red color but with a hint of burnt orange tone giving it a beautiful warmth and softness that can benefit any space. Signature curvaceous arms make this Barrel chair easily recognizable by design fans and a go-to choice for top interior designs throughout the world. This incredible collector's piece is a glimpse into Vladi's history. The 100-A Barrel chair was designed in 1947, this particular example was produced in circa 1973 in Kagan's new (at the time) state of the art factory in Long Island, after the Hugo Dreyfuss factory burned down in 1972. Highly sought-after by both collectors and interior designers - signed examples like this one being the most desirable as Kagan's designs were often copied throughout the years. This Barrel club chair by Vladimir Kagan for Vladimir Kagan Designs would work great in a Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or penthouse apartment but could also look fantastic in a Contemporary or Post-Modern room. Also consider mixing it up in a Traditional, Transitional, Classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge or members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office. Consider using as a side chair, cafe or breakfast table chair, bedside chair...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Velvet

Pair of Adjustable Chaise Longue / Lounge Chairs, Wicker and Rattan, Italy '70s
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular pair of reclinable armchairs / lounge chairs fully made in curved bamboo, rattan and hand-woven wicker.  These gorgeous lounge chairs were produced in Italy during the 19...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Beautiful Pair of Large Scale Double-Sided Cane Club Chairs - 2 Pair Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent club chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and ready for upholstery. There ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Cane, Ash

Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Lounge Chair by Craft Associates, 2406
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage sculptural lounge chair, designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates (#2406-C). Features a walnut base with u...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Swedish Easy Chairs Model "Bristol", 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent vintage condition. Produced by AB Lindlöfs Möbler Lammhult, 1960s. Newly upholstered.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Fabric

Organic Modern Twins Curved Sofa, Navy Velvet, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins Sofa, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, The Twins curved sofa and day bed shar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood, Velvet

Vintage pair of leather armchairs by Ammannati and Vitelli for Brunati, 1970s
Located in Catania, CT
This elegant pair of armchairs, designed by renowned Italian designers Titina Ammannati and Giampiero Vitelli for Brunati, features soft, natural leather upholstery and a timeless vi...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Roly Poly Armchair in Yellow by Faye Toogood with Casentino cushions
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Duplex launches DUPLEX X CASENTINO. The iconic Roly Poly armchair designed by Faye Toogood and manufactured by Driade, with the exclusive cushions i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs

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Wool, Plastic

Niemeyer Armchair, Oak & COM, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Golden Winner at the Muse Design Awards Competition 2022 The Niemeyer armchair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Oak, Wood

Modern Organic Style Collana Armchair in Solid Wood, Leather Flexible Seating
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE." THE ARMCHAIRS 

The Collana armchairs are a celebration of refined design and unparalleled comfort. Crafted to elev...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Hardwood, Fiberglass, Upholstery, Textile

De Sede DS-2100/161 Armchair in Royal Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The slats on DS-2100 in finest leather adapt to individual body contours and provide - with its embracing feeling - the highest level of comfort. Available as a low-backed, visitor s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs

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Leather

"Lou Speak" Leather or Fabric Mirror Finished Armchair by P. Starck for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Lou Speak" is an iconic armchair, designed by Philippe Starck and manufactured by Driade, featuring a swivel base made of cast aluminum in polished mirror finish and a shell in polyurethane foam with internal structure in steel rod, covered by removable fabric or fixed leather. Indoor use only. DIMENSIONS: D. 31.1", W. 32.6", H. 42.9", Seat H. 17.3" "Lou Speak" armchair is an addition to the Lou family. It’s now time to talk. In fact, this comfortable and cocooning swivel armchair has just shown up after "Lou Read...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

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Aluminum, Steel

George Nakashima Armchairs, Black Walnut, Signed with Client's Name
Located in New York, NY
George Nakashima Armchairs, Black Walnut, Signed. Pair of walnut Nakashima armchairs in good un-restored original condition. Both chairs are signed on the underside of the seat with ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Walnut

Flexform Ortigia Armchairs in Hand-Woven Black Leather Cord over Solid Walnut
Located in Dallas, TX
Designed as statement pieces, the Ortigia armchairs can play a leading role in settings like the bedroom or easily be matched with your sofa to lend a note of understated elegance to any living space. Sophisticated hand-woven black leather cord...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Mid-Century Brutalist Wood and Leather Safari Armchair, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Imposant armchair with leather covering. A brutalist design. An impressive and cozy solitaire. The material combination of dark stained wood and brown leather is striking. The cheek...
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20th Century Brutalist Armchairs

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Leather, Wood

Maison Regain Solid Elm Chairs, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Large & Heavy Elm chairs assembled with a wooden key system, freshly reupholstered. 36x31x34 Seat Height 14, Seat 21x24, Arms 19
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Elm, Upholstery

ELO Armchair Lounge chair In/Outdoor in Metal, Rope and Wood arm by Filipe Ramos
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
A pair of ELO armchairs were selected for the terraces of the 60s iconic Wolff House in Los Angeles Hollywood Hills by master architect John Lautner with new interiors by the award-winning studio Clive Wilkinson Architects. ELO chair is designed to provide a different experience for the user's backrest inspired by the shape of stretching and gymnastics equipment...
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2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Aluminum

Coppia Poltrone"Kangaroo chair" Pierre Jeanneret, anni '50 Chandigarh, India
Located in Rovereta, Repubblica di San Marino
Poltrone senza braccioli chiamata "Kangaroo chair", disegnata da Pierre Jeanneret per il progetto Chandigarh. Circa anni '50. Legno massiccio di teak e canna. La seduta e lo schie...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Teak

Pair of Hollywood Regency Black Frame Armchair Slipper Chairs with Gold Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek pair of extremely well made decorator chairs circa 1980's. These feature black solid wood framing with newer marigold fabric.
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1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

1950s Dutch Stick Back and Rush Seat by De Ster Gelderland
Located in London, London
Armchair by De Ster Gelderland Stick back and rush seat Dutch 1950s This armchair features a classic mid-century modern design with a Dutch influence. The high, gently curved stic...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Cherry

Minimalist Brutalist Lounge Chair, Burn Oak Wood Muted D Easy Chair by NONO
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Minimalist Brutalist Lounge Chair, Burn Oak Wood Muted Easy Chair by NONO Brutalist chairs boast a strong, yet passive presence with minimalist designs that highlight the rich text...
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2010s Mexican Brutalist Armchairs

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Hardwood

Pair of Lounge Chairs and Ottomans, Upholstered in Sand Pure Alpaca
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb pair of modern round arm armchairs and ottomans. Handmade beech frames, sprung seat and newly upholstered in a premium, beige / sand, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric with soli...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Alpaca, Beech, Oak

Moroso Shadowy Armchair by Tord Boontje
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Shadowy is part of M’Afrique, a range of furniture conceived by the designer and produced by African craft weavers using the yarn of fishing nets. The designs are all different and o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Re-Edition Sheepskin Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen
Located in London, England
Official Re-Edition of the iconic Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen. Dagmar in collaboration with the estate of Arnold Madsen is proud to re-launch the Clam Chair - one of the most cheris...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Oak, Walnut

Thonet Armchairs by Otto Wagner
Located in Vienna, AT
Beach bentwood design by Otto Wagner about 1900 The fabric on the chairs is obsolete but I can offer you huge range Vienna Secession fabrics instad of. Delivery time 5-6 weeks  
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Armchairs

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Beech, Bentwood

E A Taylor attributed, An Arts & Crafts oak tub chair with a pierced heart
Located in London, GB
E A Taylor attributed. An Arts and Crafts oak tub chair with a single pierced heart to the back support and shaped supports below the arms, the shaped ba...
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Late 19th Century British Arts and Crafts Antique Armchairs

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Oak, Leather

Pair of 1950s Italian Rattan Armchair
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful pair of Italian colonial-style faux bamboo structure woven with rattan armchairs. The arm style flows sinuously into a the rounded back of ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Faux Bamboo, Rattan

Easy Chair by Bertil Fridhagen for Bodafors, 1940s
Located in Bozeman, MT
Rare easy chair reupholstered in sheepskin by Bertil Fridhagen for Bodafors, 1940s, Sweden.
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Early 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood, Sheepskin

"PIP-e" Colored Stackable Armchair Designed by Philippe Starck for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"PIP-e" is a stackable armchair, designed by Philippe Starck and manufactured by Driade, in polypropylene monobloc available in carnation, lavender gray, white or dark gray colors. I...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

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Plastic

Adrian & Frida Minet for Vibo Set of Six Armchairs in Wicker Straw
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet for Vibo Vesoul, set of six armchairs, stained beech, straw, France, 1950s Set of six armchairs designed by the duo Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet. The se...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Straw, Beech

British Colonial Mahogany & Caned Armchair
Located in Southampton, NY
British Colonial Mahogany & Caned Armchair A low comfortable reading chair made out of Mahogany and cane. Lovely carved details on arms, ba...
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20th Century Unknown British Colonial Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

"Soft Egg" Stackable Monobloc Armchair Designed by Philippe Starck for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Soft Egg" is a polypropylene monobloc armchair, designed by Philippe Starck and manufactured by Driade, available in white, carnation, dark gray or gray colo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Art Deco Thonet H269 Armchair by Jindřich Halabala
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood walnut stained armchair made by Thonet in the 1930s. Excellent restored with new seat springs upholstered with Lelievre wool fabric. Another fabric and wood finish o...
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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

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Beech, Bentwood

Vintage Brown Leather Falcon Lounge Chair by Sigurd Ressell, Norway, 70s
Located in Göteborg, SE
Iconic 1970s Falcon lounge chair designed by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler. Featuring a sleek bentwood frame, chrome hardware and original brown leather cushions with beautiful pat...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Leather, Canvas, 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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