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Armchairs For Sale
Art Deco Bauhaus Lounge Chairs by Erich Dieckmann, Germany, 1930
Art Deco Bauhaus Lounge Chairs by Erich Dieckmann, Germany, 1930

Art Deco Bauhaus Lounge Chairs by Erich Dieckmann, Germany, 1930

By Erich Dieckmann

Located in Almelo, NL

Art Deco Bauhaus Lounge Chairs by Erich Dieckmann, Germany, 1930 This stunning pair of Art Deco Bauhaus lounge chairs, designed by the renowned Erich Dieckmann (1896-1944), exemplif...

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Mid-20th Century French Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

Ico Parisi Armchairs, Italy 1950's
Ico Parisi Armchairs, Italy 1950's

Ico Parisi Armchairs, Italy 1950's

By Ico Parisi

Located in New York, NY

Rosewood and black stained walnut chairs by Ico Parisi for MIM, they retain their original leather and labels.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Armchair in High-Pile Velvet Dedar Fabric, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Armchair in High-Pile Velvet Dedar Fabric, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Armchair in High-Pile Velvet Dedar Fabric, 1950s

Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE

Amazing scandinavian armchair covered with high pile velvet fabric from the golden Mid-Century Modern era. The armchair came from the estate of an architect and was loved by its own...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Stainless Steel Poodle Armchair by  Mati Sipiora
Stainless Steel Poodle Armchair by  Mati Sipiora

Stainless Steel Poodle Armchair by Mati Sipiora

Located in Geneve, CH

Stainless Steel Poodle Armchair by Mati Sipiora Dimensions: D 53 x W 66 x H 70 cm Materials: Polished Stainless Steel. Finish: Finish: Polished Stainles...

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2010s Polish Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

IMPORTANT HOWARD & SON'S VICTORIAN GREEN LEATHER IVOR ARMCHAIR CLAW & BALL LEGs
IMPORTANT HOWARD & SON'S VICTORIAN GREEN LEATHER IVOR ARMCHAIR CLAW & BALL LEGs

IMPORTANT HOWARD & SON'S VICTORIAN GREEN LEATHER IVOR ARMCHAIR CLAW & BALL LEGs

By Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd.

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this once in a lifetime opportunity to own this very rare, Antique Victorian original Howard & Son's Ivo...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Lounge chair by Martin Grierson for Arflex, 1960s
Lounge chair by Martin Grierson for Arflex, 1960s

Lounge chair by Martin Grierson for Arflex, 1960s

By Martin Grierson, Arflex

Located in bruxelles, BE

Black leather armchairs with wooden and metal bases, designed by Martin Grierson in the 1960s. Turns on itself. Seat height: 38 cm. Wear due to age and use FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Georgian barrel back armchair upholstered in recycled cotton fabric
Georgian barrel back armchair upholstered in recycled cotton fabric

Georgian barrel back armchair upholstered in recycled cotton fabric

Located in Malton, GB

This is a very Rare Georgian period barrel back armchair. The size and shape make this the perfect everyday seat. We have opted to use a contemporary recycled polyester and cotton fa...

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Early 19th Century Antique Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Vintage Chinese Ming Style Wood Pair of Horseshoe Armchairs and Matching Table
Vintage Chinese Ming Style Wood Pair of Horseshoe Armchairs and Matching Table

Vintage Chinese Ming Style Wood Pair of Horseshoe Armchairs and Matching Table

Located in Bochum, NRW

Vintage Chinese Ming Style Natural Wood Horseshoe Pair of Armchairs and Table. Dimensions: Armchairs 68x68x107cm Table 60x60x74cm Good overall condition, normal wear according to th...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Minimalist Tubular Armchair Chrome Metal Black Fabric, Italy, 1970s
Minimalist Tubular Armchair Chrome Metal Black Fabric, Italy, 1970s

Minimalist Tubular Armchair Chrome Metal Black Fabric, Italy, 1970s

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Minimalist tubular armchair chrome metal black fabric, Italy, 1970s.

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

19th Century Howard style armchair
19th Century Howard style armchair

19th Century Howard style armchair

Located in Malton, GB

This is a lovely designed 19th century Country house armchair very much in the Howard and sons style. Bridgewater style arm and the tightly turned mahogany front legs. All complete w...

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19th Century Antique Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Eight Leather Dining Chairs Attributed to Frits Henningsen
Eight Leather Dining Chairs Attributed to Frits Henningsen

Eight Leather Dining Chairs Attributed to Frits Henningsen

Located in Dallas, TX

An extremely graceful design, eight dining chairs attributed to Frits Henningsen. The frames with rare form executed in the finest hand dyed leather with nailhead trim, on rich dark ...

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1940s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Biancamano Wicker Armchairs by Gio Ponti and Lio Carminati, Italy 1950s
Pair of Biancamano Wicker Armchairs by Gio Ponti and Lio Carminati, Italy 1950s

Pair of Biancamano Wicker Armchairs by Gio Ponti and Lio Carminati, Italy 1950s

By Gio Ponti, Bonacina

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Pair of Biancamano armchairs designed by Gio Ponti and Lio Carminati in the 1950s and produced by Bonacina. Handcrafted in woven wicker, these chairs stand out for their sculptural s...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Wicker

Model 17 Bentwood High Back Armchair by Michael Thonet
Model 17 Bentwood High Back Armchair by Michael Thonet

Model 17 Bentwood High Back Armchair by Michael Thonet

By Michael Thonet

Located in Buffalo, NY

This model 17, bentwood side chair with a cane seat and back was designed by Michael Thonet for his own company in the 1860s. This example was produced in the 1970s and is in a very ...

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1970s Austrian Aesthetic Movement Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

728/F Vienna Secessionist Armchair By Josef Hoffman
728/F Vienna Secessionist Armchair By Josef Hoffman

728/F Vienna Secessionist Armchair By Josef Hoffman

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in London, GB

An iconic and original 728/F model armchair by Josef Hoffmann (1870-1956) for J. & J. Kohn, Vienna. Commonly known as a ‘Fledermaus’ chair, named after the Viennese cabaret it was fi...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC3 Fauteuil by Cassina
Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC3 Fauteuil by Cassina

Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC3 Fauteuil by Cassina

Armchair designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand in 1928. Relaunched in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. The LC3 implements the logic of modernity sepa...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Comfortable Vintage Sheepskin Leather Club Chair
Comfortable Vintage Sheepskin Leather Club Chair

Comfortable Vintage Sheepskin Leather Club Chair

Located in Harderwijk, NL

This irresistible vintage club chair is a true eye-catcher. Made from cognac-colored sheepskin leather, it is full of character. The chair is finished with black trim and features a ...

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20th Century Classical Roman Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin

Pair of fully restored Art Deco armchairs, circa 1930
Pair of fully restored Art Deco armchairs, circa 1930

Pair of fully restored Art Deco armchairs, circa 1930

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Pair of fully restored Art Deco armchairs, circa 1930 Ebonized wood and white leather Four other armchairs of the same model, but unrestored, are also available Price is for a pair f...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Leather

Pair of Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchairs
Pair of Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchairs

Pair of Danish Cabinetmaker 1950s Sheepskin Armchairs

By Hans Hansen

Located in London, England

Hans Hansen & Son - Pair of Armchairs, c1940s A pair of lounge chairs produced in Denmark, between 1940-1950 by cabinetmakers Hans Hansen & Son, based in Odense on the island of Fun...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Pair Of Vintage 'Orange Slice' Chairs By Pierre Paulin Circa 1970s
Pair Of Vintage 'Orange Slice' Chairs By Pierre Paulin Circa 1970s

Pair Of Vintage 'Orange Slice' Chairs By Pierre Paulin Circa 1970s

By Artifort

Located in Norwich, England

Pair of vintage 'Orange Slice' chairs by Pierre Paulin. Circa 1970s. While unlabelled, the proportions, stance and construction follow the well known Paulin design by Artifort. The ...

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Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Maple

Mid-Century Modern Teak Chair with Ostrich Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Teak Chair with Ostrich Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Teak Chair with Ostrich Upholstery

Located in Forney, TX

A fabulous 1960s Mid-Century Modern sculptural armchair in dark teakwood and tan ostrich upholstery. A bit wider and more substantial than typical Scandinavian Modern chairs, having a distinctive sculptural Silhouette that is both comfortable and appealing. Similar styling to works by iconic Danish architect Arne Hovmand Olsen and modernist designer Ib Kofod Larsen, featuring a beautifully molded and angled backrest with pierced open splat, richly figured teak veneered backrest with silver-tone spacers, frame and armrest in solid teak with attractive grain detail, flared and sculpted arms, rising on tapered legs joined by elegant low side runner stretchers. The large seat is upholstered in Fine quality tan ostrich leather upholstery. Overall a superb example, elegant, sophisticated, and comfortable, with high quality materials, craftsmanship, and beautiful details. Dimensions: (approx) 33" High, 23" Wide, 21.5" Deep (at center) Seat height: 17.25" Having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a lounge chair, office desk chair, placed in the corner of a room as a decorative statement piece, living room accent chair...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Ostrich Leather, Teak

Antique Primitive Hand Crafted Welsh Stick Chair
Antique Primitive Hand Crafted Welsh Stick Chair

Antique Primitive Hand Crafted Welsh Stick Chair

Located in Reading, Berkshire

This chair features a vernacular, primitive style, often constructed from local woods. Traditionally made using an elm seat for comfort and durability, paired with ash or other hardw...

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19th Century Welsh Primitive Antique Armchairs

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Elm, Pine

1940´s Art Deco Style Armchair With High Back, Leather, Wood - France
1940´s Art Deco Style Armchair With High Back, Leather, Wood - France

1940´s Art Deco Style Armchair With High Back, Leather, Wood - France

Located in Girona, Girona

Elegant Art Deco style armchair with high back, French polished wood and beige-grey leather upholstery. France, c. 1940.

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

1970s, Scandinavian armchair, brown furniture leather, dark beech wood.
1970s, Scandinavian armchair, brown furniture leather, dark beech wood.

1970s, Scandinavian armchair, brown furniture leather, dark beech wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1970s, Scandinavian armchair. Brown furniture leather, dark beech wood. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactured by Danish or Swedish ...

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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

"Clover" Flower Shaped Monobloc Armchair Designed by Ron Arad for Driade
"Clover" Flower Shaped Monobloc Armchair Designed by Ron Arad for Driade

"Clover" Flower Shaped Monobloc Armchair Designed by Ron Arad for Driade

By Ron Arad, Driade

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Clover" is a white, orange or green polyethylene flower shaped monobloc armchair, designed by Ron Arad and manufactured by Driade. White version only is available in quick ship. Indoor and outdoor use. DIMENSIONS: D. 21.2", W. 26", H. 29.7", Seat H. 16.7" Can armchairs...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Plastic

Midcentury French Louis XVI Style Gilt Painted Striped Armchair
Midcentury French Louis XVI Style Gilt Painted Striped Armchair

Midcentury French Louis XVI Style Gilt Painted Striped Armchair

Located in Lambertville, NJ

French Louis XVI style cream and gilt painted wood armchair custom upholstered in a fabulous Geoffrey Beene inspired striped fabric by Schumacher. This round back chair features beau...

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Mid-20th Century Louis XVI Armchairs

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Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Set of "P15" Armchairs by Ernesto Redaelli for Saporiti, Italy, 1970s
Set of "P15" Armchairs by Ernesto Redaelli for Saporiti, Italy, 1970s

Set of "P15" Armchairs by Ernesto Redaelli for Saporiti, Italy, 1970s

By Saporiti

Located in Milan, IT

Six P15 arrmchairs by Ernesto Redaelli for Saporiti. Steel frame supporting leather covered seating. Chairs sold as a pair - three sets available

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1970s Italian Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Two Blue Linen Mid Century GFM Stools, Edmund Homa, Europe, 1960s
Set of Two Blue Linen Mid Century GFM Stools, Edmund Homa, Europe, 1960s

Set of Two Blue Linen Mid Century GFM Stools, Edmund Homa, Europe, 1960s

By Edmund Homa

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Beautiful armchairs designed by Edmund Homa. The armchair was made in the 1960s in the Gosciecinska Furniture Factory from solid beechwood. The GFM type armchair is regarded one of...

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Kilin Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1973
Mid-Century Modern Kilin Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1973

Mid-Century Modern Kilin Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1973

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in New York, NY

Designed by Sergio Rodrigues (1927-2014) in 1973 and produced by Oca, the Kilin armchair is composed of two sides and two crosspieces, with the back and seat made from a unique piece...

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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

A pair of Niels Otto Moller Armchair Model 57, Rosewood and Papercord
A pair of Niels Otto Moller Armchair Model 57, Rosewood and Papercord

A pair of Niels Otto Moller Armchair Model 57, Rosewood and Papercord

By Niels Otto Møller

Located in Seattle, WA

One of the less common Moller designs, especially in solid rosewood, this pair of Moller 57 armchairs was made by J.L. Moller Møbelfabrik, Denmark, in 1959. The pair feature excepti...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Papercord, Rosewood

Set of Two Midcentury Leopard Print Velvet Dante Armchairs, H. Lis, 1960s
Set of Two Midcentury Leopard Print Velvet Dante Armchairs, H. Lis, 1960s

Set of Two Midcentury Leopard Print Velvet Dante Armchairs, H. Lis, 1960s

By Henryk Lis

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A beautiful, restored armchairs 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-quality Italian velvet upholstery printed...

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Pair of "Mondo" by Karl-Erik Ekselius, Sweden, 1970s
Pair of "Mondo" by Karl-Erik Ekselius, Sweden, 1970s

Pair of "Mondo" by Karl-Erik Ekselius, Sweden, 1970s

By Karl-Erik Ekselius

Located in Stockholm, SE

Produced by JOC, Vetlanda, Sweden, 1970s. Original brown leather. Good condition with small signs of usage and patina.

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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Antique Exceptional Pair Italian Neoclassical Armchairs Early 20th Century
Antique Exceptional Pair Italian Neoclassical Armchairs Early 20th Century

Antique Exceptional Pair Italian Neoclassical Armchairs Early 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a fantastic and highly decorative antique pair of Italian Neo-Classical mahogany and giltwood fauteuil armchairs, circa 1900 in date. The chairs feature open back splats fea...

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Early 1900s Antique Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

King Zebra Dome Armchair
King Zebra Dome Armchair

King Zebra Dome Armchair

Located in Paris, FR

Armchair King Zebra Dome with structure in solid beech wood. Upholstered and covered with real Burchell zebra skin on seat and backrest. Back covered with Brazilian cow skin. With real roan horns, real Derby moose horns...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Armchairs

Materials

Bronze

Timber Armchair by Onno Adriaanse
Timber Armchair by Onno Adriaanse

Timber Armchair by Onno Adriaanse

Located in Geneve, CH

Timber Armchair by Onno Adriaanse Signed and numbered. Dimensions: W 58 x D 82 x H 78 cm Materials: Elm wood, silk-matte oil Also available in color: i...

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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Coating, Elm

Scandinavian 1960s “Ruster” Lounge Chair by Yngve Ekström for Pastoe
Scandinavian 1960s “Ruster” Lounge Chair by Yngve Ekström for Pastoe

Scandinavian 1960s “Ruster” Lounge Chair by Yngve Ekström for Pastoe

By Yngve Ekström

Located in Paris, FR

The notable Ruster Danish lounge chair by Swedish designer Yngve Ekström and edited by Pastoe in the 1960s. The leather is in its original condition, the frame has been expertly re-f...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Original de Sede Sessel Hans Kaufeld Leder schwarz Design Sessel
Original de Sede Sessel Hans Kaufeld Leder schwarz Design Sessel

Original de Sede Sessel Hans Kaufeld Leder schwarz Design Sessel

By De Sede

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten einen wunderschönen Design Sessel des Schweizer Traditionsherstellers "de Sede" zum Verkauf an. Das Modell "Hans Kaufeld" besticht durch seinen außerordentlich hohen Sitzk...

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Early 2000s Swiss Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

1950s, Danish easy chair, furniture velour, furniture mesh, oak wood.
1950s, Danish easy chair, furniture velour, furniture mesh, oak wood.

1950s, Danish easy chair, furniture velour, furniture mesh, oak wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1950s, Danish easy chair. Original green furniture velour, furniture mesh, oak wood. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactured by Danish fur...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Sit Down armchair designed by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina 1975
Sit Down armchair designed by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina 1975

Sit Down armchair designed by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina 1975

By Gaetano Pesce

Located in Arezzo, Italy

Sit Down armchair designed by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina in 1975. Steel frame, molded plywood, cold-injected polyurethane, quilted polyester wadding fabric. Good condition, chair has ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Italian Midcentury Beechwood Armchair, 1950s
Italian Midcentury Beechwood Armchair, 1950s

Italian Midcentury Beechwood Armchair, 1950s

Located in Paris, FR

A 20th century vintage Italian armchair designed with curved armrests and splayed and tapered front legs with stretchers. This design piece is fully restored with yellow velvet uphol...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Set of Two 20th Century Vintage Pink and Blue Atlantis Armchairs, 1960s
Set of Two 20th Century Vintage Pink and Blue Atlantis Armchairs, 1960s

Set of Two 20th Century Vintage Pink and Blue Atlantis Armchairs, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Atlantis armchairs from the 1960s, produced in the Silesian furniture factory in Swiebodzin at the moment they are unique. Due to their dimensions, they perfectly blend in even in sm...

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Vintage Country Style Hand-Woven Rattan Armchair with Rounded Back
Vintage Country Style Hand-Woven Rattan Armchair with Rounded Back

Vintage Country Style Hand-Woven Rattan Armchair with Rounded Back

Located in Yonkers, NY

A vintage Burmese country style hand woven rattan armchair from the mid-20th century, with rounded open back, looping arms and side stretchers. We curr...

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Mid-20th Century Burmese Country Armchairs

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Rattan, Wood

Pair of Scandinavian Wooden Folk Art Armchairs with Hand-Carved Motifs, 1920s
Pair of Scandinavian Wooden Folk Art Armchairs with Hand-Carved Motifs, 1920s

Pair of Scandinavian Wooden Folk Art Armchairs with Hand-Carved Motifs, 1920s

Located in Odense, DK

A charming pair of Scandinavian armchairs crafted in solid wood, featuring beautifully hand-carved floral details that reflect traditional folk art craftsmanship. The chairs are fini...

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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Folk Art Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Peirre Pualin Little Tulip Chair
Peirre Pualin Little Tulip Chair

Peirre Pualin Little Tulip Chair

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A sculptural and highly recognizable pair of “Little Tulip” swivel lounge chairs designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, circa 1960s. Original blue upholstery swivel seat on a painte...

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20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Cassina Veranda Sessel 1980 Vico Magistretti leder hell Design
Cassina Veranda Sessel 1980 Vico Magistretti leder hell Design

Cassina Veranda Sessel 1980 Vico Magistretti leder hell Design

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten einen wunderschönen Cassina "Veranda" Sessel in hellem Leder zum Verkauf an. Das Möbel wurde von Vico Magistretti entworfen und gilt als wahrer Designklassiker. In unseren...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Italian mid-century solid beech and fabric armchair by Anonima Castelli, 1960s
Italian mid-century solid beech and fabric armchair by Anonima Castelli, 1960s

Italian mid-century solid beech and fabric armchair by Anonima Castelli, 1960s

By Anonima Castelli

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian Mid-Century Modern solid beech wood and original brown fabric side chair with armrests by Anonima Castelli, 1960s. Armchair with armrests, with solid beech wood structure and...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Fabric, Beech

Italian Mid-Century Armchairs in Forest Green Velvet and Wooden Legs, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Armchairs in Forest Green Velvet and Wooden Legs, 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Armchairs in Forest Green Velvet and Wooden Legs, 1950s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian Mid-Century Modern armchairs in forest green velvet and wooden legs, 1950s Pair of Classic and fantastic armchairs fully upholstered and covered in forest green velvet. Armre...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Rare Pair of Authentic 1950s Roberto Menghi Hall Chairs, Italy, New Pure Mohair
Rare Pair of Authentic 1950s Roberto Menghi Hall Chairs, Italy, New Pure Mohair

Rare Pair of Authentic 1950s Roberto Menghi Hall Chairs, Italy, New Pure Mohair

By Arflex, Roberto Menghi

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

An original pair of Roberto Menghi Hall chairs, produced by Arflex, Italy, 1950s. Newly upholstered in a premium yellow gold pure mohair fabric. The metal frames have been restored ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Pop Surrealist Monumental Purple Leather Hand Chair
Pop Surrealist Monumental Purple Leather Hand Chair

Pop Surrealist Monumental Purple Leather Hand Chair

By Pedro Friedeberg

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Monumental purple leather pop surrealist hand chair. Rare piece that was purchased from a Palm Beach estate whom had brought it here from France. Good vintage condition with some co...

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Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Italian Pair of Armchairs in Braided Straw and Blonde Wood
Italian Pair of Armchairs in Braided Straw and Blonde Wood

Italian Pair of Armchairs in Braided Straw and Blonde Wood

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Pair of armchairs, beech, braided straw, Italy, circa 1950 This lovely set will come forward nicely in a relaxing surrounding, like a patio or a studio space. The chairs exude a rus...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

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Straw, Beech

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Painted Fauteuil
French 19th Century Louis XV Style Painted Fauteuil

French 19th Century Louis XV Style Painted Fauteuil

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A fantastic and regal French Louis XV style painted fauteuil, recently reupholstered. The painted gold chair frame is carved with exquisite craftsmanship and features intricate cross...

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Paint

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.