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Armchairs For Sale
Customizable Teak Wood Accent Chair with Cane Back and Gray Upholstery, Laguna
Located in Miami, FL
A Laguna teak wood occasional chair designed by Aciole Felix for Uultis upholstered in a light gray fabric with black and gold cane accents. The Laguna oc...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Antique Luigi Filippo Armchair in Mahogany Capitonné Lining Italy '800
Located in Taranto, IT
Antique Luigi Filippo Armchair in Mahogany Lining Capitonné Italy 19th century.
Mahogany frame, upholstery in Capitonné fabric .
Item in excellent conservative condition , only sl...
Category
Early 1800s Italian Antique Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Model Saturnus Armchair, Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi Oy, 1970s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model Saturnus armchair, designed by Yrjö Kukkapuro, manufactured by Haimi Oy, 1970s. Recently renewed quality leather upholstery, metal frame. Great vintage condition, minor patina ...
Category
1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Brighton Pavilion Style Tortoiseshell Bamboo Cane Armchairs, a Pair
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Stunning pair of burnt bamboo armchairs with gracefully shaped horseshoe frames, in the Brighton Pavilion style. These Chinese Chippendale chairs feature a beautiful burnt bamboo tor...
Category
20th Century Chinese Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Large Victorian Open Armchair by Maple & co.
By Maple & Co.
Located in London, GB
A large Victorian upholstered open armchair, stamped 'Maple & Co.'
Newly upholstered in a hand dyed teal antique linen.
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Mahogany
21st Century Designed by Ferrianisbolgi Hug Modular Sofa Pierre Frey Cerise
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Hug sofa is defined by clean, simple lines and a distinctive armrest detail.
The armrest, half overlapping the seat cushion, creates an interlocking detail between the two elements, ...
Category
2010s Portuguese Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Set of Ten Shell Dining Chair, Linen Schwarzwald Dedar, Vintola Studio, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile dining seats.
They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style.
They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs.
Chair was designed by Vintola Studio, a Polish brand created by Ola Szewczul, designer of vintage interior architecture and photographer.
Designed in 2023, produced from 2024 at the Vintola Studio Factory in Poland. Well crafted hand made product.
The whole armchair is covered with high-quality wool.
Very beautiful and comfortable item!
Here set of 10 chairs is available.
All options of fabrics and wood colors are possible to prepare.
Change of dimensions are also possible.
Please ask for more informations.
About the fabric used in this option:
A linen fabric, whose pictorial personality is defined by the printed reproduction of a 17th century design, which transforms into a contemporary tapestry to revive one of the noblest forms of the textile tradition, thanks to a modern-day sensitivity. An ideal solution for curtains or seating of medium-intensive use.
Dedar Schwarzwald...
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Beech, Velvet, Linen
Early Authentic Antique British Roorkhee Campaign “Safari” Arm Chair
Located in Shippensburg, PA
AUTHENTIC BRITISH ROORKHEE CAMPAIGN "SAFARI" ARM CHAIR
England, ca. early 20th century
35 1/4" H x 21 7/8" D x 22 3/8" W; 15 1/8" H to seat
A rare early example of the Roorkhee Ca...
Category
20th Century English Campaign Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Wood
19th century Howard and sons Grafton armchair
Located in Malton, GB
If you would like this armchair upholstered please click yes in the upholstery drop down menu. This would require 6 metres of material. You can supply your own or please get in touch...
Category
19th Century Antique Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery
Rare set of 4 cinematic Bridge Gaming Chairs 1950s
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Step back in time with this exceptional set of bridge chairs from the early 1950s. These chairs are a fun and original representation of the 4 card suits; Clubs, Spades, Hearts and ...
Category
1950s Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wood
20th Century, Attributed to Gio Ponti/Casa e Giardino Pair of Armchairs 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Turin, Turin
An eclectic personality, from his early days he was active in the fields of architecture, painting, graphics and set design. He graduated in architecture from the Milan Polytechnic i...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Style Hand Carved Walnut Armchair
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late nineteenth century hand carved French walnut Louis XIV style armchair features hand carved armrests with scrolling acanthus leaves. The seat rests on spooled legs joined by...
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut
Customizable Modern Occasional Slipper Chair with Firm Comfort - Mono Line
Located in Miami, FL
The Mono slipper chair by Sérgio Batista for Uultis is a contemporary masterpiece of form and function, designed to seamlessly blend with modern and minimalist interiors. This occasional chair boasts a sleek black metal base that elegantly contrasts its textured white and black fabric upholstery, creating a striking monochromatic aesthetic. Its clean lines and low-slung profile make it a versatile choice for living rooms, bedrooms, or offices, while its commercial-grade construction ensures durability in high-traffic environments.
Crafted with a focus on firm yet inviting comfort, the Mono chair...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Jindřich Halabala Model "H-269" Lounge Chair in Wood and Fabric, 1930s
Located in Prague, New Town
Lounge chair in wood and fabric, model "H-269", designed by Jindřich Halabala and manufactured by UP Závody in former Czechoslovakia, 1930s.
One of the best-known lounge chair model...
Category
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid Century Dedar Tiger Velvet Dante Armchair, H. Lis, Europe, 1960s
By Henryk Lis
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A beautiful, restored armchair designed by Henryk Lis. Furniture after full carpentry and upholstery renovation. The fabric, which is covered with a backrest and a seat, is a high-qu...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
$1,529 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Borge Mogensen Style Tan Saddle Leather Spanish Pine Armchair Karin Mobring 1960
Located in London, GB
A unique 1960s lounge armchair in sling Spanish style tan saddle leather and pine wood frame. Beautifully made frame and wood grain with slight curves that accommodates the clever in...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of sculptural large wicker armchairs in rattan 20th century
Located in Leicester, GB
A sculptural pair of 20th-century wicker armchairs in rattan. The vintage chairs have gorgeous large open armrests that are beautifully woven. The wicker armchairs are made with an a...
Category
20th Century British Bohemian Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Rattan
$923 Sale Price / set
44% Off
Chassis Canaletto Walnut Solid Wood Armchair & Fabric Upholstery by Durame
By Durame
Located in Milan, IT
Distinguished by its robust Canaletto walnut wood frame and sumptuous brown fabric upholstery, this armchair stands as an icon of original design and artisanal excellence. Its slende...
Category
2010s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Fully Upholstered Lounge Chair with Bold Contours
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This lounge chair is a striking piece that blends futuristic aesthetics with a focus on luxurious comfort. Its most notable feature is the bold, sculpted contouring that forms a vis...
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Hardwood, Velvet
$3,850 / item
Børge Mogensen Spanish Chair in Cognac Leather and Oak for Fredericia, 1967
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic early vintage Spanish chair by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark designed in 1958. Solid oak frame with cognac saddle leather all in very good original vintag...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
$5,000 Sale Price
24% Off
Pair of Carlotta Lounge Chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
Located in Aartselaar, BE
A striking pair of Italian lounge chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, this early edition of the iconic Carlotta model, manufactured late 1960s/ early 1970s, embodie...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Foam
Attributed to Philip Webb Rare pair of large Sussex Armchairs, fully restored
By Morris & Co.
Located in London, GB
Morris & Co. Attributed to Philip Webb A rare pair of unusually large Sussex Armchairs. This original pair have been fully restored, gently dismantled, joints cleaned, glued and clam...
Category
1880s British Arts and Crafts Antique Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Teddy Beige Boucle Fabric Armchair
Located in Milan, IT
An invitation to enjoy moments of pure comfort between its generous volumes, this enveloping armchair will make for the ideal complement flanking a lamp and creating a cozy nook to r...
Category
2010s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
$9,568 / item
Pair of Thonet armchairs, model 209, ca 2000
By Thonet
Located in Uppsala, SE
Pair of armchairs, model 209 (also called Wiener Stuhl), made by Thonet, one of which is marked. Legendary Swiss architect Le Corbusier was fascinated with this model and used it in ...
Category
1930s Austrian Bauhaus Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Bentwood
$2,284 / set
Patricia Urquiola ''Back-Wing Armchair', Wood, Foam and Leather by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Patricia Urquiola in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
This comfy armchair has the same distinctive aesthetics as the Back-Wing chair designed in 2018. Th...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Foam, Wood
$8,556 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Style Hand Carved Walnut Armchair
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late nineteenth century French Louis XIII style hand carved walnut armchair features elegant barley twist legs and gracefully scrolled armrests with acanthus leaf carvings. An H...
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Armchairs
Materials
Tapestry, Upholstery, Walnut
Jindřich Halabala Pair of 'H-269' Armchairs in Wood and Fabric, 1930s
Located in Prague, New Town
Jindřich Halabala for UP Závody, pair of model 'H-269' armchairs, wood, fabric upholstery, former Czechoslovakia, 1930s.
One of the best-known lounge chair models by the renowned Cz...
Category
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Scandinavian Modern Brown Leather Wood Armchair
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...
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
$7,615 Sale Price
25% Off
Maurizio Tempestini Armchairs, Italy 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Maurizio Tempestini armchairs on brass plinth, original patina.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Minimalist Armchair Fully Upholstered In Performance Velvet
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Elegant and bold, this custom-made armchair is a statement piece for any space. Curving edges with hugging back for the ultimate comfort with a high-density foam fixed seat.
Contact ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery, Velvet
Pair of Midcentury Tiger Velvet Armchairs, GFM 142, Edmund Homa, Europe, 1960s
By Edmund Homa
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful armchair GFM-142, designed by Edmund Homa, a polish architect, designer of Industrial Design and interior architecture, professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdansk, Pol...
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Beech
$5,734 Sale Price / set
20% Off
William Switzer Biedermeier French Art Deco Inspired Barrel Back Desk Arm Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
William Switzer Austrian Biedermeier style yoke back Arm Chair. Made from mahogany with beautiful barrel back and leather upholstered seat. Features square tapered saber legs. Wil...
Category
Late 20th Century Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
$1,880 Sale Price
20% Off
Danish Deco Armchair with Fringe
Located in Portland, OR
Danish Deco Design. A curvy and cozy armchair in original mohair with silk fringe. Outstanding original condition. Imported from Denmark. Made by a cabinetmaker circa 1930s. Very sol...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Mohair, Oak
Friis and Moltke Norgaard Armchair For One Collection
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Friis and Moltke Norgaard Armchair For On Collection
The Nørgaard Chair, is designed to fit into the honest and uncompromising architecture that became FRIIS & MOLTKE’s hallmark. Th...
Category
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Napoleon III buttoned curved back armchair
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very elegant and well designed 19th century French armchair. It is a great size which means it works well in corners of rooms but is great quality so can be an everyday cha...
Category
19th Century Antique Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Kerstin Hörlin-Homquist ‘Skrindan’ Armchair in Light Sheepskin, 1960s
Located in Prague, New Town
‘Skrindan’ armchair, designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Homquist in 1963. Produced by OPE Möbler in the 1960s. Made from stained beech, removable pillows and armrests are newly upholstered i...
Category
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Mid Century Armchair Model "Eva" by Bruno Mathsson Birch/Hemp, Sweden
Located in München, BY
Mid century armchair model "Eva" made of birch and braided hemp webbing. Design by the well-known Swedish designer Bruno Mathsson, Sweden. The Eva armchair is a design from 1941.
Ve...
Category
1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Hemp, Birch
Set of Two High Back Curved Wicker Rattan Armchairs
Located in Rümmingen, BW
Note: if you are only interested in one of the two Armchairs please contact us.
Shipping Note:
If your region or country is not listed under the shipping options, don't hesitate to...
Category
Late 20th Century German Country Armchairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Pair of Mid Century Dedar Tiger Velvet Dante Armchairs, H. Lis, Europe, 1960s
By Henryk Lis
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A beautiful, restored armchairs designed by Henryk Lis. Original 1960s produced in Europe, Poland. Furniture after full carpentry and upholstery renov...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
$3,058 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of 19th century French carved walnut armchairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century French carved walnut large armchairs, circa 1880.
Elegant pair of 19th century armchairs which are generous in the seat dimensions. Beautifully carved scrolling arms wi...
Category
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Arne Norell Sirocco Safari Lounge Chair in Rosewood and Black Leather, Sweden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Sirocco Safari Lounge Chair, designed by Arne Norell and produced by Norell Möbel AB in Sweden. Frame of solid rosewood with beautifully aged black patinated leather upholstery. All ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rope, Wood
Uni Armchair by Merve Kahraman, Mustard Yellow & Cream Kvadrat Mohair Upholstery
Located in New York, NY
Uni Armchair by Merve Kahraman
Mustard Yellow & Cream Kvadrat 100% Mohair Upholstery.
28" W x 33" D x 42" H (Seat Height: 17")
Dedicated to all the bro...
Category
2010s Turkish Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Mohair, Upholstery, Wood, Beech
pair of wood and grey velvet armchairs mod. 401 from Cassina, Meda, 1940
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of wood and velvet armchairs, 1940
produced by Cassina Mesa and designed by Studio Tecnico Cassina
model n. 401, produced end of 1940
re-upholstery in a grey velvet
sabre-sh...
Category
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Dillon Chair by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Dillon chair has a solid American walnut or white oak x-based frame that features boxed cushions with piping and buttons on the back cushion.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is ...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
$2,860 / item
Italian Art Deco Armchair, 1930s Design
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
Italian Art Deco Armchairs, 1930s Design, 1970s Production, Fully Restored and Upholstered in Locally Crafted, High-Quality Ribbed Cream Fabric
This exceptional pair of Italian Art ...
Category
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Silk, Wood, Ash
Italian Designer Pair of Armchairs in Green Moss Velvet with Brass Feet, 1950s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Designer Pair of Armchairs in Green Moss Velvet with Brass Feet and Purple Piping, 1950s
A superb pair of Italian armchairs manufactured in the style of Carlo de Carli.
The ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Armchairs Upholstered In Soft Boucle' Fabric
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This set of two armchairs is fully upholstered in soft boucle fabric, offering a luxurious wool-like texture that combines comfort with contemporary sophistication. Designed to compl...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 18th Century Louis XVI Giltwood Fauteuil Armchair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 18th Century Louis XVI Giltwood Fauteuil armchair. This lovely chair is a genuine antique and feature a genuine giltwood finish. It is beautifully worn and the silk upholster...
Category
18th Century Louis XVI Antique Armchairs
Materials
Giltwood
21st Century Oscar Wood Armchair, in Darkened Sycamore, by Duistt
By Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Oscar Wood Armchair, in Darkened Sycamore, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
Inspired by the poetic curves of Oscar Niemeyer's architecture, the Oscar Collection captivates with its...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
Modern Gropius Low Chair CS1 Fluffy Edition in Faux Sheepskin by Noom
Located in Paris, FR
New NOOM furniture collection is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Bauhaus School in Germany. Ideas of functionalism and conciseness, the combination of Craft...
Category
2010s Ukrainian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Sheepskin, Wool, Velvet
Pair of Custom Made Mohair Velvet Karu Armchairs by Dagmar
Located in London, England
Haimi - Karu Armchair, by Dagmar
The Karu chair is a contemporary update of a classic design first produced in Finland by the Haimi Oy company in the early 1950s. The inviting curve...
Category
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Mohair, Velvet, Beech, Oak, Walnut
1959 Sigurd Ressell Armchair of Solid Teak, Seat covered with Natural Leather
Located in London, GB
1959 Sigurd Ressell Armchair of solid teak, seat covered with natural leather. Made by Cabinetmaker Niels Vodder. Model SR59, designed in 1959 and presented at the Copenhagen Cabinet...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Teak, Leather
$4,091 Sale Price
25% Off
Pair of 19th century French open armchairs
Located in Malton, GB
These are a very stylish, late 19th century pair of French open armchairs. Made from oak with a great shaped stretcher. The quality is very high and the design is classic that I beli...
Category
19th Century Antique Armchairs
Materials
Oak
$2,370 / set
CharlesRennie Mackintosh Willow 1 Throne-Like Armchair For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
CharlesRennie Mackintosh Willow 1 Throne-Like Armchair For Cassina
A masterful modern armchair. An expert re-edition by Cassina starting with the mo...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Ash
$12,131 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Scandinavian Lounge Chair Esko Pajamies “Pele” for Lepokalusto, Finland, 1970s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This lounge chair was manufactured by the Finnish furniture company, Lahden Lepokalusto Oy in the 1970s.
The “Pele” lounge chair by Finnish designe...
Category
1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Suede, Oak
DOOQ! NEW! Organic Modern Oscar Armchair, Striped in Yellow and Brown Fabric
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Introducing Oscar, a bold reinterpretation of a classic armchair, drawing inspiration from modernist architecture. With clean lines and functional elegance, Oscar seamlessly marries ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Natural Fiber, Jacquard, Calico, Burlap, Canvas, Bouclé
Ralph Lauren “City Modern Armchair” Bauhaus Style Tubular Leather Chair
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Bauhaus-inspired styling, heirloom quality. Matte black frame with perforated leather.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Bauhaus Armchairs
Materials
Metal
$1,247 Sale Price
50% Off
Kerstin Hörlin-Homquist Skrindan Armchairs in Beech and Green Velvet, Sweden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful pair of armchairs (model Skrindan), designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Homquist in 1963 for OPE Möbler, Sweden. Frame of solid beech with beautiful elegant details. Loose cushions ...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Pair of Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Style Gilt Wood Armchairs
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This pair of mid-nineteenth century gilt wood armchairs is in the classic French Louis XV style. The hand carved frames are detailed with simple fluting and scrolling armrests. With ...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Armchairs
Materials
Silk, Upholstery, Giltwood
Collectible Garden or Bar Chair "Scooby Doo" in Liberty Style, 1950s
Located in taranto, IT
Splendid garden or bar armchair, original from the 1950s, made of scooby doo on a coated iron structure, with ergonomic armrests
measures one meter high,...
Category
1950s Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Iron
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.