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Armchairs For Sale
Pair of Armchairs
Pair of Armchairs

Pair of Armchairs

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Pair of Armchairs

By Guglielmo Pecorini

Located in New York, NY

A fabulous and comfortable set of Guglielmo armchairs! Truly for the collector who enjoys these rare finds in furniture. They are being sold as a pair but one had the rush re-done ...

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Cord, Seagrass, Rush, Walnut

1960s Teak Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1960s Teak Armchair, Czechoslovakia

1960s Teak Armchair, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- Newly upholstered - Carefully refurbished - The seat height is 42 cm.

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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Armchair by Warren Platner, Zebra Wood, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Armchair by Warren Platner, Zebra Wood, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Armchair by Warren Platner, Zebra Wood, 1960s

By Warren Platner, Lehigh Leopold

Located in Houston, TX

Midcentury American armchairs done by W. Platner Warren Platner (June 18, 1919–April 17, 2006) was an American architect and interior designer. Platner produced a furniture collectio...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Zebra Wood, Upholstery

Pair of Tan Saddle Leather Barrel Back Chairs
Pair of Tan Saddle Leather Barrel Back Chairs

Pair of Tan Saddle Leather Barrel Back Chairs

Located in Westwood, NJ

Upholstered in rich, top-grain Tan Brown leather, its elegantly curved barrel back is adorned with deep button tufting, exuding timeless sophistication. Set on turned, tapered, and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian George III Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Stained Birch Art Deco Armchairs, Europe ca 1930s
Stained Birch Art Deco Armchairs, Europe ca 1930s

Stained Birch Art Deco Armchairs, Europe ca 1930s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Art Deco, the glamorous and influential design movement that emerged in France during the early 20th century, left an indelible mark on the world of furniture design. Characterized b...

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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Birch

1950s, Danish relax chair, furniture velour, oak wood.
1950s, Danish relax chair, furniture velour, oak wood.

1950s, Danish relax chair, furniture velour, oak wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1950s, Danish relax chair. Furniture velour, oak wood, brass springs in the seat. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactured by Danish f...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Molteni&C D.151.4 Velvet Armchair by Gio Ponti
Molteni&C D.151.4 Velvet Armchair by Gio Ponti

Molteni&C D.151.4 Velvet Armchair by Gio Ponti

By Gio Ponti, Molteni & C

Located in Boston, MA

Gio Ponti leaned on nautical inspiration to design this armchair that was destined for use on ocean liners and today is a part of Molteni&C's Heritage Collection. A contoured backres...

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2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

1970s Vintage Director's Chairs, Salmon Chenille & Brass
1970s Vintage Director's Chairs, Salmon Chenille & Brass

1970s Vintage Director's Chairs, Salmon Chenille & Brass

Located in Miami, FL

A vintage pair of director's chairs in salmon chenille with a brass x-base frame and wooden arm rests. Retain manufacturer's original label.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Danish Modern Upholstered Armchair Lounge Chairs After DUX in Walnut
Midcentury Danish Modern Upholstered Armchair Lounge Chairs After DUX in Walnut

Midcentury Danish Modern Upholstered Armchair Lounge Chairs After DUX in Walnut

By Dux of Sweden

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A handsome matching pair of upholstered lounge chairs from Scandinavia circa 1960s. These chairs feature simple design lines, high backs, and walnut legs. Both are fully restored and...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

1970s, Norwegian design by Jim Myrstad, loungechair, model "Viking".
1970s, Norwegian design by Jim Myrstad, loungechair, model "Viking".

1970s, Norwegian design by Jim Myrstad, loungechair, model "Viking".

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Norwegian design by Jim Myrstad for Brunstad Møbelfabrik, loungechair, model "Viking". Original brown furniture leather, bent dark beech wood, canvas. Original good condition:...

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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Canvas, Beech

Antique French Country Colonial Chestnut Oak Wood Small Bowed Windsor Arm Chair
Antique French Country Colonial Chestnut Oak Wood Small Bowed Windsor Arm Chair

Antique French Country Colonial Chestnut Oak Wood Small Bowed Windsor Arm Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Antique French Country Colonial Chestnut Oak Wood Small Bowed Windsor Arm Chair. Item...

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Mid-19th Century American Primitive Antique Armchairs

Materials

Chestnut, Oak

Pair of Mid-Century Lounge Chairs by Kropáček & Koželka, 1960s
Pair of Mid-Century Lounge Chairs by Kropáček & Koželka, 1960s

Pair of Mid-Century Lounge Chairs by Kropáček & Koželka, 1960s

By Karel Kozelka & Antonin Kropacek

Located in Praha, CZ

A refined pair of Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs designed by Kropáček & Koželka, produced in Czechoslovakia in the 1960s. The chairs feature sculptural beechwood frames with flowin...

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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Beech

Seldom Seen Pair of Early Saarinen/Knoll Executive Armchairs, Aluminum Bases
Seldom Seen Pair of Early Saarinen/Knoll Executive Armchairs, Aluminum Bases

Seldom Seen Pair of Early Saarinen/Knoll Executive Armchairs, Aluminum Bases

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Buffalo, NY

Designed for one year in very limited production run, executive lounge armchairs designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, unusual square stock aluminum bases, slightly lower back legs ma...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

An Elegant Danish Modern Low Back Chair, Reupholstered in Lambswool, 1940s
An Elegant Danish Modern Low Back Chair, Reupholstered in Lambswool, 1940s

An Elegant Danish Modern Low Back Chair, Reupholstered in Lambswool, 1940s

Located in Odense, DK

Presenting an exquisite low back makeup / desk chair crafted in the 1940s by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker. This chair is a harmonious combination of sophistication, functionality, a...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Lambskin, Wool, Wood

Piedmont Occasional Chair by Bunny Williams Home
Piedmont Occasional Chair by Bunny Williams Home

Piedmont Occasional Chair by Bunny Williams Home

By Bunny Williams Home

Located in New York, NY

In classic Klismos form, our Piedmont Occasional Chair features a curved, caned back and caned seat with a comfortable, removable upholstered seat cushion and splayed back legs. The ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Armchairs

Materials

Rattan, Linen, Wood

Bespoke English Library Armchair
Bespoke English Library Armchair

Bespoke English Library Armchair

Located in London, GB

Our bespoke library armchair, inspired by boldly scaled Regency designs, hand made and traditionally upholstered in England. Stock model available, as photographed. Features elegant...

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2010s English Regency Armchairs

Materials

Linen, Beech

Gubi Daumiller Dining Armchair in Black Pine by Rainer Daumiller
Gubi Daumiller Dining Armchair in Black Pine by Rainer Daumiller

Gubi Daumiller Dining Armchair in Black Pine by Rainer Daumiller

By Gubi, Rainer Daumiller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Solid in construction, simple in form, and sculptural in expression, the Daumiller Armchair’s straightforward materiality and robust composition pay tribute to Rainer Daumiller’s lif...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Armchairs

Materials

Pine

Antique Louis XV Hand Colored Tooled Leather Throne Armchair
Antique Louis XV Hand Colored Tooled Leather Throne Armchair

Antique Louis XV Hand Colored Tooled Leather Throne Armchair

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...

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Early 20th Century Louis XV Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Borge Mogensen Spanish Armchair 1950's
Borge Mogensen Spanish Armchair 1950's

Borge Mogensen Spanish Armchair 1950's

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Shibuya-ku, 13

The Model 3238 armchair is derived from the 'Spanish Chair', one of the masterpieces designed for Danish master Borge Mogensen. It is one of the famous masterpieces he manufactured a...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Pair of Model 905 Armchairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
Pair of Model 905 Armchairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy, 1970s

Pair of Model 905 Armchairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy, 1970s

By Lodovico Meneghetti, Cassina

Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon

An authentic pair of Model 905 armchairs designed by Lodovico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy, circa 1970s. These chairs retain their original black saddle leather upholstery, beauti...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Arm Chair in a Fine Floral Upholstery
19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Arm Chair in a Fine Floral Upholstery

19th Century French Louis XV Bergere Arm Chair in a Fine Floral Upholstery

Located in Plainview, NY

An elegant 19th century French Louis XV bergere armchair featuring a high quality floral upholstery in the style of Schumacher betty chintz fabric in vivi...

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Vintage Danish Cabinetmaker Armchairs
Pair of Vintage Danish Cabinetmaker Armchairs

Pair of Vintage Danish Cabinetmaker Armchairs

Located in London, GB

An outstanding pair of vintage Danish cabinetmaker armchairs. They were recently imported from Denmark, they date from the 1950’s. The quality is superb, they are extremely well bui...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Fine Set of 8 Italian White Decapé Wood Chairs, 1970s
Fine Set of 8 Italian White Decapé Wood Chairs, 1970s

Fine Set of 8 Italian White Decapé Wood Chairs, 1970s

Located in Rome, IT

Set of eight Italian white decapè wood chairs with white upholstery seats. Made in Italy 1970'. The wood is in perfect vintage condition. The upholstery is in very good condition on...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of French Baroque Walnut Needlework Armchairs of the Late 17th Century
Pair of French Baroque Walnut Needlework Armchairs of the Late 17th Century

Pair of French Baroque Walnut Needlework Armchairs of the Late 17th Century

Located in Essex, MA

Pair of well carved Baroque needlework armchairs. Colorful but later needlework probably 19th century in period form.

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Late 17th Century Louis XIII Antique Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Pair of Lounge Chairs
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Pair of Lounge Chairs

Pierre Paulin for Artifort Pair of Lounge Chairs

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Pierre Paulin for Artifort, pair of armchairs, model '442/3', grey upholstery and steel by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, the Netherlands, 1960s These comfortable chairs shows elegant ...

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1960s Dutch Post-Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Mario Bellini, for B&B Amanta leather armchair. Circa 1970
Mario Bellini, for B&B Amanta leather armchair. Circa 1970

Mario Bellini, for B&B Amanta leather armchair. Circa 1970

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Mario Bellini, for B&B Amanta armchair, white fiberglass-reinforced polyester shell, tan leather seat and backrest. An iconic design by Mario Bellini and mid-20th century Italian de...

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20th Century Italian Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Fine Set of 8 Italian White Decapé Wood Chairs, 1970s
Fine Set of 8 Italian White Decapé Wood Chairs, 1970s

Fine Set of 8 Italian White Decapé Wood Chairs, 1970s

Located in Rome, IT

Set of eight Italian white decapè wood chairs with white upholstery seats. Made in Italy 1970'. The wood is in perfect vintage condition. The upholstery is in very good condition onl...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Wood

Guillerme et Chambron, pair of "Denis" Oak Armchair Edited by Votre Maison 1970
Guillerme et Chambron, pair of "Denis" Oak Armchair Edited by Votre Maison 1970

Guillerme et Chambron, pair of "Denis" Oak Armchair Edited by Votre Maison 1970

By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Guillerme et Chambron, pair of "Denis" Oak Armchair Edited by Votre Maison 1970 wood, foam and fabric in good condition. 5 armchairs and 1 bench are available, in light oak but with...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Jules Leleu pair of 1940s armchairs
Jules Leleu pair of 1940s armchairs

Jules Leleu pair of 1940s armchairs

By Jules Leleu

Located in Philadelphia, PA

French Forties Art Deco pair of high-backed armchairs by Jules Leleu in mahogany. These chairs have the original tapestry upholstery which is in excellent condition, and bronze mount...

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Tapestry, Mahogany

Brown "Egg" Armchair in Bouclé, France 1960's
Brown "Egg" Armchair in Bouclé, France 1960's

Brown "Egg" Armchair in Bouclé, France 1960's

Located in New York, NY

Classic mid-century french lines on this ''egg" chair upholstered in brown bouclé, on four conical walnut legs ending in brass spheres.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Karin Mobring Leather "Diana" Armchair
Karin Mobring Leather "Diana" Armchair

Karin Mobring Leather "Diana" Armchair

Located in Long Island City, NY

This fabulous chair was designed in 1972 for Ikea, when they were clearly more attuned to quality and longevity of materials. The vegetable-tanned saddle leather and Swedish pine fra...

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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Pine

1950's Italian Boudoir Chair with Splayed Brass Legs
1950's Italian Boudoir Chair with Splayed Brass Legs

1950's Italian Boudoir Chair with Splayed Brass Legs

Located in Hanover, MA

Petite Italian 1950’s sculptural armchair with splayed brass tapered legs newly reupholstered (November 2025) in a navy blue strie velvet. The distinctive silhouette and akimbo legs ...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Brass

Italian Art Deco Sofas with Integrated Cabinets, 1930s, Set of 2
Italian Art Deco Sofas with Integrated Cabinets, 1930s, Set of 2

Italian Art Deco Sofas with Integrated Cabinets, 1930s, Set of 2

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Italian Art Deco Sofas with Integrated Cabinet, Walnut, 1930s, Set of two. These two sofas come from Italy's Art Deco years in the 1930s, and they share the architectural language o...

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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

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Wood

Modern and minimalist “Oscar” armchair, made of solid wood upholstered in fabric
Modern and minimalist “Oscar” armchair, made of solid wood upholstered in fabric

Modern and minimalist “Oscar” armchair, made of solid wood upholstered in fabric

By Alessandra Delgado

Located in Alto da Lapa, SP

When she created the Oscar armchair, Alessandra Delgado wanted a piece with delicate features, exploring the curves of the wood with a design inspired by the work of master designer ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Synthetic, Polyester, Wood, Leather, Fabric

Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency High Back Lounge Armchairs Pair
Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency High Back Lounge Armchairs Pair

Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency High Back Lounge Armchairs Pair

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on "Read More" or "View More Details" below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing is from 1st Dibs and they normally s...

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1960s Regency Vintage Armchairs

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Walnut

Set of Six Black Leather Dining Armchairs w Cassina Label, c 1980s, Refinished
Set of Six Black Leather Dining Armchairs w Cassina Label, c 1980s, Refinished

Set of Six Black Leather Dining Armchairs w Cassina Label, c 1980s, Refinished

By Cassina, Atelier International, Giorgetti S.p.A.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An intriguing set of six black leather and sculpted wood armchairs. We are not certain the particular design, however one chair retains a Cassina / Atelier International label from c...

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage 60's Armchair in Teak Wood and Fabric Danish Design
Vintage 60's Armchair in Teak Wood and Fabric Danish Design

Vintage 60's Armchair in Teak Wood and Fabric Danish Design

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Armchair with structure in Teak and beech wood, covering in gray fabric, Danish design, 60s. CONDITION: In excellent condition, the seat and back have been reupholstered. DIMEN...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

1960s, Danish armchair, original green furniture wool, carved oak wood.
1960s, Danish armchair, original green furniture wool, carved oak wood.

1960s, Danish armchair, original green furniture wool, carved oak wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1960s, Danish armchair. Original green furniture wool, carved oak wood, brass springs in the seat. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactured...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Wool, Oak

Pair Mid-Century Savonarola Curule Chairs in Blue Velvet Ebonised Iron & Brass
Pair Mid-Century Savonarola Curule Chairs in Blue Velvet Ebonised Iron & Brass

Pair Mid-Century Savonarola Curule Chairs in Blue Velvet Ebonised Iron & Brass

By Maison Jansen

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A striking pair of mid-century Roman-inspired Curule or Savonarola armchairs, combining sculptural ebonised metal frames with deep blue velvet upholstery and elegant brass detailing....

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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Armchairs

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Iron

20th Century Danish Gustavian Set of Eight Bleached Birchwood Dining Armchairs
20th Century Danish Gustavian Set of Eight Bleached Birchwood Dining Armchairs

20th Century Danish Gustavian Set of Eight Bleached Birchwood Dining Armchairs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An early 20th Century, antique set of eight Danish Gustavian style dining room armchairs made of hand crafted bleached Birchwood, in good condition. The Scandinavian side chairs have...

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Early 20th Century Danish Gustavian Armchairs

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Leather, Birch

Pair of Mid-Century Elisabeth Chairs in Original Upholstery, Asko 1950s
Pair of Mid-Century Elisabeth Chairs in Original Upholstery, Asko 1950s

Pair of Mid-Century Elisabeth Chairs in Original Upholstery, Asko 1950s

By Asko

Located in Helsinki, FI

A Pair of elegant Elisabeth chairs Model 1407 crafted by the renowned Finnish manufacturer Asko Oy in the 1950s. The chairs are quite compact in size and are easy to integrate in int...

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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Fabric, Birch

Pair of "Beto" Armchairs in Rosewood, Chrome & Mohair, Sergio Rodrigues , 1958
Pair of "Beto" Armchairs in Rosewood, Chrome & Mohair, Sergio Rodrigues , 1958

Pair of "Beto" Armchairs in Rosewood, Chrome & Mohair, Sergio Rodrigues , 1958

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed in 1958 by the legendary Brazilian architect and furniture designer Sergio Rodrigues, this exceptional pair of "Beto" armchairs represents one of the most refined expression...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Chrome

Pair of Louis XV Style Armchairs Early 19Th. Century.
Pair of Louis XV Style Armchairs Early 19Th. Century.

Pair of Louis XV Style Armchairs Early 19Th. Century.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of 19th Century, Louis XV style, "Cabriolet" armchairs recently painted in a Off-white ceruse finish and waxed. This pair has been restored to their original beauty. They are u...

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1840s French Louis XV Antique Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Midcentury Modern Green Mohair Chair
Midcentury Modern Green Mohair Chair

Midcentury Modern Green Mohair Chair

Located in New York, NY

Mid-century modern green mohair chair. Italian vintage 40’s restored wood and re-upholstered arm chair/desk chair in rich green mohair. Italy 1940’s Di...

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Mohair, Wood

Set of Ten French Provincial Linen Upholstered Dining Chairs
Set of Ten French Provincial Linen Upholstered Dining Chairs

Set of Ten French Provincial Linen Upholstered Dining Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This set of 10 French Provincial dining chairs showcases a classic and refined design. The eyebrow shaped tops of these chairs add a unique architectural element that brings soft cu...

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20th Century French French Provincial Armchairs

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Linen, Wood

Danish Teak Captain's Chair by Erik Buch for Ørum, 1960s.
Danish Teak Captain's Chair by Erik Buch for Ørum, 1960s.

Danish Teak Captain's Chair by Erik Buch for Ørum, 1960s.

By Erik Buch, Ørum Møbler

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Teak Captain's Chair by Erik Buck for Ørum, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern armchair in solid teak with original black simili leather upholstery. An exceptional chair ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Shelter Armchair in Solid Brazilian Wood, Minimalist Architectural Lounge Chair
Shelter Armchair in Solid Brazilian Wood, Minimalist Architectural Lounge Chair

Shelter Armchair in Solid Brazilian Wood, Minimalist Architectural Lounge Chair

By Amilcar Oliveira

Located in São Paulo, SP

The Shelter Armchair is born from the meeting of structure and embrace. Two broad planes of wood support and envelop the body like small, silent architectures. There is no excess. Th...

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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Hardwood

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.