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Armchairs For Sale
Contemporary Modern Tobo Armchair in Fabric & Wood by Collector Studio
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Contemporary Modern Tobo Armchair in Fabric & Wood by Alter Ego for Collector Studio Underpinned by a minimalist and sophistication aesthetic of clean ...
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2010s Armchairs

Materials

Travertine

Mid-Century Modern Italian Faux Leather Small Armchair, 1960s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of leatherette armchairs, metal and brass feet, Italian production from the 1960s. With original upholstery in good condition, as shown in photos, with normal age-related wear.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Metal

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

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Edwardian Leather Library Arm Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Edwardian leather library chairs.
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Early 1900s British Antique Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Scandinavian Mid Century Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Scandinavian Mid Century armchair, this unique wing chair truly embodies Scandinavian style with the element of the wood detail across...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Finn Juhl 45 Chair, Wood and Fabric
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Finn Juhl in 1945, relaunched in 2003. Manufactured by House of Finn Juhl in Denmark. In the Autumn of 1945, Finn Juhl presented the 45 Chair at the annual Cabinetmakers’ Guild Exhibition. Today, the chair is widely regarded as one of the most revolutionizing and iconic pieces within Danish furniture design. Finn Juhl dreamt of studying art history and his deep understanding of international contemporary art is abundantly clear in the bold 45 Chair. With its curved backrest and organic shape this chair cemented Finn Juhl as one of the leading designers of the 20th century. In a review on Finn Juhl's Stand at the exhibition in 1945, the architect Erik Herløw wrote; “Most interesting about the exhibition is probably Finn Juhl's work. After many years of experiments, we now see a clarified result. Finn Juhl does not design on a refinement of traditions but has instead logically solved functions and therefrom shaped furniture on his terms. In the early years, Finn Juhl’s attempts seemed exaggerated, but now it is so much more interesting to observe the result he has achieved by going his own ways. Most beautiful is an armchair, where the frame is organically shaped as a bone, able to support the muscles of an arm and the weight of a body. The expression of the chair is reminiscent of a weapon, sharpened by human hands.” The 45 Chair is a true masterpiece and has become an icon of Finn Juhl’s universe of furniture. With this chair, Finn Juhl managed to create an, at the time, unseen design by separating the carried and the carrying elements. In reality, Finn Juhl had previously experimented with separating the upholstered parts from the wooden parts within his furniture, but with the sleek, strong and elegant 45 Chair this unique design characteristic manifested. On the 45 Chair the space between the frame and the seat creates a lightness, which combined with its organic shape and sublime detailing, ensures unique beauty and floating elegance. The chair appeals to all senses and pleases the eye and body alike. Furthermore, the 45 Chair has been called “the mother of all modern chairs...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Parker Knoll, Mid-Century English Arts & Crafts Style Oak Reclining Armchair
Located in London, GB
Parker Knoll. A very good quality Arts and Crafts style reclining armchair with sculptured lazy looking arms slight curve-shaped back and on square legs. The cushions are for displa...
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1960s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Upholstered Light Blue Armchair With Canaletto Walnut Feet by Annibale Colombo
Located in Milan, IT
Distinguished by its wide seat and substantial padding, this upholstered armchair, with Canaletto walnut legs, stands out for its blend of comfort and versatility. Upholstered in Boo...
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2010s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Textile

Pair of French Louis XIII Style 19th Century Os de Mouton Wooden Fauteuils
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Louis XIII style wooden os de mouton armchairs from the 19th century, with slanted camelbacks, large scrolling arms, cross stretchers and used upholstery. Created in...
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19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rare "Kleinhans" Chair, circa 1939 Charles Eames/Eero Saarinen / MODERNIST
Located in Buffalo, NY
Iconic Kleinhans armchair , designed by Charles eames and Eero Saarinen . Early chair ,designed by two modern masters,, I believe this to be they're only collaboration... designed ...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Birch, Plywood

Mid-Cenutry Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Paolo Buffa Style, Italy 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Mid-Century armchair / lounge chair with ottoman fully made in beechwood. This iconic piece was designed by Paolo Buffa and produced by Brugnoli Cantù in Italy during the 19...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Cotton, Upholstery, Beech

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

Materials

Straw, Beech

Log Armchair C.R.& S. Riva1920 Contemporary Natural Cedar Made in Italy Riva1920
Located in Cantù, IT
Armchair made from a single block of scented cedar. Distinguished by its squared lines and ergonomic seat.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Cedar

A rare pair of Danish teak armchairs by Hvidt & Molgaard-Nielsen circa 1950.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare pair of Danish teak armchairs by Hvidt & Molgaard-Nielsen C 1950 having rosewood inset into the arms.
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood, Teak

French Mid-19th Century Louis XIII Style Armchair
Located in Round Top, TX
A very lovely mid-19th century Louis XIII style Fauteuil - Armchair from the South of France. Soundly constructed from handsome walnut. Very comfortable. Recently reupholstered. The ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Armchairs

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Walnut

1970s Danish Oak Armchair
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use - original wool upholstery with some signs of use due to wear and age - heigh of seat 41 cm
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Hans Wegner The Chair Walnut Model JH503 by Johannes Hansen 2 Available
Located in Miami, FL
2 available, priced individually. A classic chair by Hans Wegner. Hans Wegner JH503, also known as "The Chair," is an iconic design by the Danish furniture designer Hans Wegner. T...
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1950s Danish Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pair of "X" Armchairs by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture, USA 21st Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your living space with this exquisite pair of "X" Armchairs by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture. Crafted in the USA in the 21st Century, these chairs exude elegance and soph...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

The Square Armchair. Produced with Solid Wood Using Mortise and Tenon Joinery.
Located in São Paulo, SP
The first piece of the Square Series, it is a light and airy item with straight lines and angles. Made from Freijó wood, it's highly comfortable and durable. The seat and backrest are crafted from natural Indian straw. It can also be produced in Sucupira or Jequitibá wood. * As they are natural materials, wood, straw and leather may have different tones and textures than those shown in the photos. About the design: Amilcar Oliveira hails from São Paulo, the capital city. He studied Radio and TV at ECA-USP and worked as a director at production companies like Sentimental Filmes and Your Mamma. Currently, he's part of the directorial roster at Mixer. In parallel, he studied carpentry at the Cosi de Legno school under Piero Calò, carrying on the teachings he received from his father and grandfather, who were both carpenters deeply passionate about this craft. Amidst the pandemic, he created his debut piece, the Square Armchair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Straw, Wood

Organic Modern Twins Sofa, DEDAR Beige Mohair, 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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs

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Leather, Fabric, Bouclé, Wood, Mohair, Velvet, Lacquer

19th Century Holland and Sons Open Armchair
Located in Batley, GB
A superb mid 19th century open armchair by Holland & Sons. Raised on walnut fluted and gadrooned front legs and arm supports with splayed rear legs and all with the original copes ca...
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

A pair of wingback chairs by Paolo Buffa recently upholstered, circa 1950
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of wingback chairs by Paolo Buffa recently upholstered with zebra print leather, circa 1950.
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Moroso Redondo Small Armchair by Patricia Urquiola
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An armchair with a distinctive two–part shape, the padded shell embraces the huge seat cushions. Its curves are shown off by the total absence of sharp corners and the softness of th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1960 Pair of Armchairs by Pierre Paulin model F444 for Artiflort
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Original pair of model F444 lounge chairs designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort in 1963. The armchairs feature a sturdy steel frame upholstered in beautiful cognac-c...
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1960s European Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Chinese 19th Century Qing Chair with Open Arms and Hand-Carved Floral Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese Qing Dynasty period wooden armchair from the 19th century, with hand-carved motifs, serpentine open arms and straight legs with stretchers. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty, this chair features an open wooden back, adorned with a curving splat accented with a hand-carved floral motif, responding beautifully to the carved décor connecting the upper rail to the side supports. Two serpentine open arms with swan neck frontal supports rest on the rectangular seat presenting a central recessed panel. The chair is raised on four traditional legs, connected to one another through side stretchers or varying heights. With its clean lines, lovely light brown lacquer finish and delicate décor, this 19th century Qing Dynasty Chinese chair...
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Boho Chic Wicker, Rattan Peacock Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Step into the allure of bohemian charm with this Vintage Boho Chic Wicker Rattan Peacock Chair. In its majestic presence, this chair stands 59 inches tall with a generous 41-inch win...
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Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Armchairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Gerd Lange Farmer Series Chairs and Table
Located in Weesp, NL
Farmer series chairs and table designed by Gerd Lange for Bofinger in the 1965. 8 pieces of wood, 4 square rods, 1 fabric panel tightened under...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Harvey Probber Mid Century Barrel Back Chrome Lounge Chairs in Knoll Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Absolutely stunning, sleek design by Harvey Probber, chrome frame with floating armchair. Gorgeous example of timeless modern styling, and in an enviable pair. Chrome is in excel...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Two Armchairs by Jaroslav Smidek for TON, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
This is a pair of type 53 armchairs designed by architect Jaroslav Smidek and manufactured by TON during the 1960s. It features a bent beech frame and crazy timeless colored upholste...
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Moooi Hortensia Armchair in Petal Pink Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Hortensia armchair, by Andrés Reisinger & Júlia Esqué, innovatively replicates the beauty of nature. This blooming beauty is inspired by the bas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

1960s Pair of Danish Restored Armchairs
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered - Solid Teak Legs
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Italian 19th Century Renaissance Revival Savonarola Chair in Walnut Side Chair
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Impressive & fully original Florentine Renaissance Savonarola chair in carved walnut. Restored in our workshop and it looks simply stunning. Armrests ending with two amazing hand-c...
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Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Armchairs

Materials

Birch, Walnut

Pair of Jindrich Halabala Art Deco Armchairs
Located in Vienna, AT
Armchairs designed in the late 1930s by Jindrich Halabala, fully restored and upholstered with watermark stripe-mirror sheen crushed velvet. Only one restored, delivery time 3-4 wee...
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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Modernist Tubular Steel Armchairs, Can Be Covered In Fabric Or Leather, c 1930
Located in Berlin, DE
Modernist tubular steel armchairs with an elegant sinuous shape. The upholstery can be covered with fabric or leather. The armchairs were designed and manufactured by Gottwald, Cze...
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1930s Czech Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Thonet H269 Armchair by Jindrich Halabala
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood walnut stained armchair made by Thonet in the 1930s. Excellent restored with seat springs upholstered with Sandra Jordan Prima Alpaca fabric. Another fabric and wood...
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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Contemporary Armchair by Hessentia in Blue Velvet, plissè embroidery on the back
Located in Carate, Brianza (MB)
Penelope armchair, suitable to furnish modern living areas, can be also chosen as a unique and refined item for bedrooms. It is characterized by a sinuous and soft structure composed...
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2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Re-Edition Sheepskin Clam Chairs 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

Materials

Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Oak, Walnut

Josef Hoffman “Fledermaus” wood and brown leather armchair
Located in San Francisco, US
A “Fledermaus” tinted wood armchair in stained curved wood, horseshoe-shaped structure highlighted with spheres. Seat and back covered in original re-dyed brown leather edged with up...
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20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Waldorf Astoria NYC Lobby Chairs after Paul Iribe's Fauteuil Nautile
By Paul Iribe
Located in Hanover, MA
END OF SUMMER SALE We are fortunate to have acquired two pair of these amazing gondola lounge chairs from the lobby of the glamorous and historic Waldorf Astoria Hotel, New York Cit...
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Early 2000s American Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Antique French Louis XIV Walnut & Pressed Cane Armchairs 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Pair of Antique French Louis XIV Walnut & Pressed Cane Armchairs 20thC. Measures - 35.75"H x 25"W ...
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20th Century Louis XIV Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Pair of French Louis XV style Painted and Parcel-Gilt Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of French Louis XV style Painted and Parcel-Gilt Armchairs Country: French Materials: Carved Wood Condition: Newly Upholstered Style: French Louis XV Year: 1940’s $4,5...
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1940s French Louis XV Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Henrik Tengler Armchairs, Model Chairman
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Henrik Tengler armchairs in steel and backrest of ash. New upholstered with black aniline leather. Made by Hansen & Sørensen.
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Early 2000s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Mid Century Vintage Ochre Yellow Boucle Atlantis Big Armchairs, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Atlantis armchair from the 1960s, produced in the Silesian furniture factory in Swiebodzin/Poland at the moment they are unique. Due to their dimensions, they perfectly blend in ...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Pair of Italian Art Deco Macassar, Walnut Root and Cream Velvet Armchairs, 1930s
Located in Meda, MB
This Beautiful pair of Art Deco style armchairs was produced in Italy in the 1930s. The back and the profile is in Ebano Macassar, the sides are in Walnut Root and the base is black...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

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Velvet, Macassar, Walnut

Mid-Century Danish Teak GM11 Armchair by Svend Aage Eriksen, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Mid-Century Danish Teak GM11 Armchair by Svend Aage Eriksen, 1960s. Original vintage GM 11 chair in solid teak and black leather designed by Danish architect Svend Åge Eriksen for Gl...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pair of Upholstered French Armchairs, France 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The 1930s were marked by a fusion of modernity and elegance, emphasizing luxury, geometric forms, and comfort in furniture design across Europe. Before giving way to mid-century mode...
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1930s French Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

English Overstuffed Victorian Armchair with Blue Stripe Ticking
Located in Faversham, GB
A wonderful Victorian overstuffed button back armchair in blue stripe Cotswold Ticking. The armchair of generous proportions has a heavy oak frame, raised on turned mahogany legs an...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vivai Del Sud Armchairs In Rattan, Italy 1970
Located in Roma, RM
Pair of Vivai del Sud Armchairs in rattan, Italy 1970 Product Details Complete with Dedar fabric cushions. Dimensions: 80 W x 70 H x 85 D cm
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1970s Italian Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Pair of Armchairs With Arched Backrest And Woven Bamboo, 1970s
Located in Roma, RM
Pair of armchairs with grid pattern and arched backrest in bamboo, 1970s. With cushions upholstered in Dedar Milano "About Flowers" fabric - code 001 Dimensions: 68 W x 88 H x 75 D cm
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1970s Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo

Vintage Arne Hovmand-Olsen for Mogens Kold Teak Lounge Chair-Denmark, 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A lovely and dynamically-proportioned lounge or easy chair attributed to Arne Hovmand-Olsen and manufactured by Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik (metal manufacturer's stamp to underside) in sculpted teak and original boucle wool upholstery. Deeply patinated teak lends visual contrast against the off-white upholstery. Completely original condition down the the seat straps and brass hardware. Sophisticated seat cushion and backrest mounting system consisting of custom brass spacers which create a suspended effect to the panels keeping the design very airy and light. Hovmand-Olsen’s designs span seating, tables, and secretaries, all of which are characteristically simple in form with clean lines, organic curves, and tapered legs. Like many of his Danish contemporaries, he favored the use of high-quality, beautifully grained woods like teak and rosewood. Notable designs include his Model 175 chair (1955)—which is often mistaken for N.O. Møller’s Model 77 chair...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Ole Wanscher Lounge Chairs, Model PJ112, Cognac Aniline Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher lounge chairs new upholstered in vintage cognac aniline leather. Made of massive oiled mahogany. Model PJ 112, made by Poul Jeppesen.    
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Antique Victorian quality carved walnut arm chair
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Victorian quality carved walnut arm chair having a quality carved walnut shaped back, carved walnut shaped open arms standing on shaped carved cabriole legs with scroll feet,...
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Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Green Wool Shell Club Chair, by Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile club seats. They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs. Chair was designed by Vint...
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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bouclé, Velvet, Beech, Wool

Mid-Century Jean Prouvè All Wood Standard Armchair
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Jean Prouve standard chair in all wood for Ateliers Jean Prouvè 1941. A rare collectors piece.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Lounge Armchair by Renato Balestra for Cinova, Italy 1970s
Located in Argelato, BO
Renato Balestra "Lounge" armchair or fireside chair by the Italian designer Renato Balestra for Cinova, published in 1973. This armchair is made of padded leather on a "floating" ch...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Regency Mahogany Carver Armchairs
Located in Cheshire, GB
Pair of mahogany Carver Armchairs, The brass inlaid top rail above carved rail. To the upholstered seats, flanked by down-swept scrolling arms. All ra...
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Early 19th Century British Antique Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Danish Lounge Chairs Armchairs Denmark, C.1950
Located in London, GB
A pair of mid-century Danish lounge chairs armchairs C.1960. Constructed in a beech frame and upholstered in a classic mid-century grey wool fabric. In excellent condition commensu...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Beech

Modern Organic style armchair in Solid Wood, Upholstered 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

Materials

Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood

Bentwood Cane Salonfauteuil Easy Chair Thonet No. 1, circa 1890
Located in Lucenec, SK
Very rare antique Thonet easy chair no 1 produced by Gebruder Thonet from the late 19th century in a very good condition with new cane on seat, cane ...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Safari Chairs Angel Pazmino Rosewood Hunting Armchairs Black Original Leather
Located in Vienna, AT
Pair of lounge armchairs designed in 1960s by Angel I. Pazmino and manufactured by Muebles de Estilo in Ecuador. A stunning and rare pair of vintage safari chairs in solid rosewood ...
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1960s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak, Rosewood

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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