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Armchairs For Sale
Karu Lounge Chair in Brown Sheepskin by Dagmar
Karu Lounge Chair in Brown Sheepskin by Dagmar

Karu Lounge Chair in Brown Sheepskin by Dagmar

Located in London, England

Haimi - Karu Chair, 1940s A new edition of classic armchair from Finland, designed in the 1940s. The Karu chair is a contemporary update of a classic design first produced in Finl...

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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech, Oak, Walnut

Pair of Art Deco club armchairs - France, 1940s
Pair of Art Deco club armchairs - France, 1940s

Pair of Art Deco club armchairs - France, 1940s

Located in London, GB

This pair of club armchairs in the manner of Jacques Adnet illustrates the French art of living-room furniture and the elegance of the interwar period. The combination of multiple ma...

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Mohair

Acerbis Palla Armchair with Pouf by Claudio Salocchi
Acerbis Palla Armchair with Pouf by Claudio Salocchi

Acerbis Palla Armchair with Pouf by Claudio Salocchi

By Claudio Salocchi, Acerbis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

At the forefront of both design and approach to seating, the Palla armchair by Claudio Salocchi is a manifesto of the creative energy of the 1960s, stands out for its radical conce...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

Jacques Adnet Parchment & Lacquer Recliners, France 1930's
Jacques Adnet Parchment & Lacquer Recliners, France 1930's

Jacques Adnet Parchment & Lacquer Recliners, France 1930's

By Jacques Adnet

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional pair of Jacques Adnet recliners in dark purple lacquer with parchment-covered arms, upholstered in Pierre Frey mohair Documented in the monograph on the designer, this pa...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Parchment Paper, Lacquer, Mohair

Artisan Crafted American Steer Horn, Hide Arm Chair
Artisan Crafted American Steer Horn, Hide Arm Chair

Artisan Crafted American Steer Horn, Hide Arm Chair

Located in New York, NY

Artisan made arm chair featuring substantial steer horn frame and upholstered in a Palomino colored hide. Hand applied bronze nail heads around seat perimeter complete this unique sc...

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Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Armchairs

Materials

Horn, Cowhide

Moroso FJORD Armchair by Patricia Urquiola
Moroso FJORD Armchair by Patricia Urquiola

Moroso FJORD Armchair by Patricia Urquiola

By Patricia Urquiola, Moroso

Located in Brooklyn, NY

From a piece of seashell, which has been broken and smoothed by the waves, Patricia Urquiola has designed a collection of seats for both the home and public spaces. As the name sugge...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of wicker and iron armchairs
Pair of wicker and iron armchairs

Pair of wicker and iron armchairs

Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR

Rare pair of vintage hand woven rattan and iron armchairs. Probably French from the seventies. Unusual sled legs. Very comfortable and in good condition. 2 pairs available.

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1970s Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Twist & Knot Natural Armchair in Rope with Brass Legs, Viya by Vikram Goyal
Twist & Knot Natural Armchair in Rope with Brass Legs, Viya by Vikram Goyal

Twist & Knot Natural Armchair in Rope with Brass Legs, Viya by Vikram Goyal

By Viya by Vikram Goyal

Located in Noida, DL

Twist & Knot Natural Armchair in Rope with Brass Legs, Viya by Vikram Goyal Immersed in the heritage of India's ancient artistry, the humble rope transports us to the heart of c...

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Gubi Tropique Outdoor Armchair in White Base with Fringes by Mathieu Matégot
Gubi Tropique Outdoor Armchair in White Base with Fringes by Mathieu Matégot

Gubi Tropique Outdoor Armchair in White Base with Fringes by Mathieu Matégot

By Mathieu Matégot, Gubi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Created in the 1950s by the Hungarian-born French master of postwar design, Mathieu Matégot, the Tropique Collection of outdoor furniture captures the timeless glamour and exotic lux...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ole Wanscher Model Sofa and Armchair with Green Wool and Rosewood Frames
Ole Wanscher Model Sofa and Armchair with Green Wool and Rosewood Frames

Ole Wanscher Model Sofa and Armchair with Green Wool and Rosewood Frames

By Ole Wanscher

Located in London, GB

Living room setdesigned by Ole Wanscher and made by AJ Iversen in the 1960 comprised of sofa and armchair. Upholstered in a green wool and with rosewood frames. Measures: Sofa: H. ...

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1960s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Hardwood

Brazilian Lounge Chair in Dark Laminated Wood by Móveis Cimo
Brazilian Lounge Chair in Dark Laminated Wood by Móveis Cimo

Brazilian Lounge Chair in Dark Laminated Wood by Móveis Cimo

By Moveis Cimo

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Móveis Cimo, lounge chair, laminated wood, Brazil, 1940s Well-sculpted Brazilian lounge chair that deserves a prominent place in one's interior. The construction is based on rounded...

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1940s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Plywood

Set of Six Oak "Wishbone" Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son
Set of Six Oak "Wishbone" Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son

Set of Six Oak "Wishbone" Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Montreal, QC

Set of six oak and paper cord "Wishbone" chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son. CH24 'Wishbone' chair designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1949 and made in Denmark in 1965 by Carl Han...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Lounge Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for ICF, 1970s
Lounge Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for ICF, 1970s

Lounge Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for ICF, 1970s

By ICF Group, Charles Eames

Located in bruxelles, BE

Black leather and wood armchair with ottoman by Charles and Ray Eames for ICF. Turns on itself. Seat height: 39 cm. Ottoman dimensions: H: 42cm W: 65cm D: 59cm. Wear due to time and ...

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1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Antique French Baroque Carved Walnut Upholstered Throne Arm Chair
Antique French Baroque Carved Walnut Upholstered Throne Arm Chair

Antique French Baroque Carved Walnut Upholstered Throne Arm Chair

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique French throne armchair. Made of walnut featuring carved serpentine design with reticulated floral and acanthus crown. Dimensions: 29" x 28" x 54"h, 21" seat height

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Early 20th Century Baroque Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Fauteuil " IBIZA" en Terracotta  Par Alexandre Ligios
Fauteuil " IBIZA" en Terracotta  Par Alexandre Ligios

Fauteuil " IBIZA" en Terracotta Par Alexandre Ligios

By Alexandre Ligios

Located in MARRAKECH, MA

The Ibiza armchair embodies a perfect harmony between modernity and comfort, offering a refined interpretation of contemporary design. A true signature piece, it captivates through i...

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2010s Moroccan Armchairs

Materials

Polyester, Wood

Original Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Wingback Armchair In cream boucle
Original Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Wingback Armchair In cream boucle

Original Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Wingback Armchair In cream boucle

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Saint Louis, US

This exquisite Adrian Pearsall wingback armchair has been thoughtfully restored to honor its iconic mid-century roots while introducing a fresh sense of modern luxury. Reupholstered ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Bouclé

French Louis XV Mahogany & Cane Chair With Carved Floral Elements C1910
French Louis XV Mahogany & Cane Chair With Carved Floral Elements C1910

French Louis XV Mahogany & Cane Chair With Carved Floral Elements C1910

Located in Big Flats, NY

French Louis XV Mahogany & Cane Chair With Carved Floral Elements & Upholstered Cushion C1910 Measures - 37" x 26" x 23 1/2"

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Early 20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

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

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Teak and Hand-Caned Lounge Chairs, 1950s
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Teak and Hand-Caned Lounge Chairs, 1950s

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Teak and Hand-Caned Lounge Chairs, 1950s

By Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

A striking pair of mid-century modern lounge chairs crafted in solid teak with handwoven cane backs, dating to the 1950s. These chairs embody the architectural rigor and sculptural ...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Fine Pair of 19th Century French Gilded and Painted Childrens Salon Chairs
Fine Pair of 19th Century French Gilded and Painted Childrens Salon Chairs

Fine Pair of 19th Century French Gilded and Painted Childrens Salon Chairs

Located in Folkestone, GB

A very fine pair of 19th Century French child's armchairs in the Napoleon X style. With square backs inset with oval upholstered panela above swept arms, supported on vase shaped spi...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Paint

Pair of Armchairs in Leather and iron, 1935
Pair of Armchairs in Leather and iron, 1935

Pair of Armchairs in Leather and iron, 1935

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco armchairs in Leather and iron attributed to Jean Michel Frank Year 1935 Elegant and sophisticated armchairs. You want to live in the golden years, these are the armchairs y...

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1930s Argentine Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Iron

Aubusson Tapestry Walnut Armchairs, 19th Century French, Louis XV '3 Available'
Aubusson Tapestry Walnut Armchairs, 19th Century French, Louis XV '3 Available'

Aubusson Tapestry Walnut Armchairs, 19th Century French, Louis XV '3 Available'

Located in New Orleans, LA

Each of these Gorgeous Louis XV fauteuils du roi armchairs are made of beautifully carved walnut and date back to the 19th century. Each piece in the French antique set features cabriole legs, scroll feet, and carved stretchers, and is upholstered with the original Aubusson tapestry, circa 1830. The price is per chair. There are three matching chairs available. This set is a part of the collection from The French Antique Shop...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Gaetano Borsani  Pair of tub chairs in wood root and small seat
Gaetano Borsani  Pair of tub chairs in wood root and small seat

Gaetano Borsani Pair of tub chairs in wood root and small seat

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Milano, IT

COD-3839 Gaetano Borsani Pair of tub chairs in wood and wood root with small wooden seat and padded fabric. ABV Borsani manufacturing, Varedo, 1930s.

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

Yrjö Kukkapuro 'Karuselli' Lounge Chair in Brown Leather and Fiberglass
Yrjö Kukkapuro 'Karuselli' Lounge Chair in Brown Leather and Fiberglass

Yrjö Kukkapuro 'Karuselli' Lounge Chair in Brown Leather and Fiberglass

By Yrjö Kukkapuro

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi, 'Karuselli' lounge chair, leather, fiberglass, Finland, 1960s. Organic shaped lounge chair by Finnish designer Yrjö Kukkapuro. This chair consist of a moul...

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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Chair by Cassina
Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Chair by Cassina

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Chair by Cassina

Chair designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand in 1928. Relaunched in 1965. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. A light, compact chair designed and presented at ...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

PAIR OF VINTAGE 1987 MADE IN ITALY STAMPED MARCEL BREUER CESCA KNOLL B32 CHAIRs
PAIR OF VINTAGE 1987 MADE IN ITALY STAMPED MARCEL BREUER CESCA KNOLL B32 CHAIRs

PAIR OF VINTAGE 1987 MADE IN ITALY STAMPED MARCEL BREUER CESCA KNOLL B32 CHAIRs

By Marcel Breuer

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this original pair of, Mid Century Modern, 1987 Made in Italy stamped, Marcel Breuer, Cesca chairs with chro...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Vernacular Woven Straw Armchair, France, Early 20th Century
Vernacular Woven Straw Armchair, France, Early 20th Century

Vernacular Woven Straw Armchair, France, Early 20th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

This vernacular armchair from early 20th century France is entirely constructed in handwoven straw, demonstrating the ingenuity and craftsmanship of traditional rural furniture makin...

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Early 20th Century French Rustic Armchairs

Materials

Wicker, Straw

Percival Lafer “MP-41” Armchairs for Lafer MP, 1972, Set of 2
Percival Lafer “MP-41” Armchairs for Lafer MP, 1972, Set of 2

Percival Lafer “MP-41” Armchairs for Lafer MP, 1972, Set of 2

By Percival Lafer

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Percival Lafer “MP-41” armchairs for Lafer MP, wood and cognac leather, Brazil, 1972 The “MP-41” armchairs by Percival Lafer embrace fluidity with a structure that appears weightless despite their solid wood frames. The absence of visible crossbars beneath the seat enhances this effect, allowing the thick, tufted cushions to seemingly float. The upholstery drapes over the structure like silk fabric on a sculpted form, a harmonious integration of material and frame. The butterfly-shaped joints refine the frame’s construction, tapering toward the center for a softened profile. The lateral tufting on the seat is not merely decorative—it creates a structured geometry that follows the contours of the body. The armrests, backrest, and seat merge into a single, uninterrupted form, maximizing ergonomic support. Leather straps secure the cushions to the frame, a signature Lafer detail that blends artisanal technique with industrial efficiency. The MP-41 prioritizes organic curves over strict geometric lines. The deep cognac leather, aged to a rich patina, enhances the warmth of the wood. The absence of ornamentation shifts focus to the raw materials, celebrating their natural textures and variations. Unlike Jean Gillon...

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1970s Brazilian Post-Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Wooden Arm Chair with Upholstered Seat. France. Late 19th Century
Antique Wooden Arm Chair with Upholstered Seat. France. Late 19th Century

Antique Wooden Arm Chair with Upholstered Seat. France. Late 19th Century

Located in San Francisco, CA

A 19th-century French armchair in the Renaissance Revival style, with a sculpted wooden frame, scroll arms, and arched back, finished in dark walnut and fitted with a later upholster...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Safari Armchair in Leather and Bamboo by Tito Agnoli, 1960s
Safari Armchair in Leather and Bamboo by Tito Agnoli, 1960s

Safari Armchair in Leather and Bamboo by Tito Agnoli, 1960s

Located in IT

Safari armchair with bamboo frame and leather seat, designed by Tito Agnoli, 1960s. An elegant armchair crafted in bamboo (Manou) with cognac-colored saddle leather, representing an ...

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1960s Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Bamboo

Pair of Leopard Parsons Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman, Custom
Pair of Leopard Parsons Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman, Custom

Pair of Leopard Parsons Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman, Custom

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of custom stylish parsons armchairs in the style of Milo Baughman. Newly upholstered in a fun-sophisticated leopard upholstery fabric. Down wrapped seat cushion with down back c...

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2010s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Pair of "Falcon" Easy Chairs by Sigurd Resell, Norway, 1970s
Pair of "Falcon" Easy Chairs by Sigurd Resell, Norway, 1970s

Pair of "Falcon" Easy Chairs by Sigurd Resell, Norway, 1970s

By Sigurd Resell

Located in Stockholm, SE

Produced by Vatne möbler in Norway, 1970s. Leather cushions in good condition with minor signs of usage.

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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Restored Art Deco Armchairs, by J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Czech, 1930s
Pair of Restored Art Deco Armchairs, by J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Czech, 1930s

Pair of Restored Art Deco Armchairs, by J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Czech, 1930s

By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

This exceptional pair of armchairs is an iconic representative of the Art Deco style, manufactured in Czechoslovakia during the 1930s. It is a famous design by architect Jindřich Hal...

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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

1 pair of Art Déco tubular steel armchairs.France 1930s. E.Guyot.Thonet Company.
1 pair of Art Déco tubular steel armchairs.France 1930s. E.Guyot.Thonet Company.

1 pair of Art Déco tubular steel armchairs.France 1930s. E.Guyot.Thonet Company.

By Emile Guyot

Located in Köln, NW

One pair of low steel tube cantilever armchairs made of chrome-plated steel tube. France 1930s. Attributed to Emile Guyot. Thonet Company. Extremely comfortable seating. Elegant Desi...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Mohair, Jorge Jabour, Brazil 1960s
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Mohair, Jorge Jabour, Brazil 1960s

Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Mohair, Jorge Jabour, Brazil 1960s

By Jorge Jabour

Located in New York, NY

This elegant set of armchairs was designed by Jorge Jabour Mauad and carefully crafted by Cantù Móveis e Interiores Ltda. in the 1960s. Each chair features a cubic frame made entirel...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Hardwood, Mohair

Limited Edition  Classicon Bibendum Armchair in leather sand design Eileen Gray
Limited Edition  Classicon Bibendum Armchair in leather sand design Eileen Gray

Limited Edition Classicon Bibendum Armchair in leather sand design Eileen Gray

By Eileen Gray

Located in Alcamo, IT

Brand: Classicon Model: Limited Edition Bibendum Armchair Design: Eileen Gray, 1926 A design that combines sculpture, cultural history, and a touch of humor. Eileen Gray's Bibendum...

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2010s German Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Bas Van Pelt Tubular Armchair in Original Sisal
Bas Van Pelt Tubular Armchair in Original Sisal

Bas Van Pelt Tubular Armchair in Original Sisal

By Bas Van Pelt

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Bas Van Pelt for EMS, armchair, nickel-plated steel, sisal, armchair, the Netherlands, 1920s. This original and comfortable chair, designed by Dutch interior and furniture designer ...

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1930s Dutch Bauhaus Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Nickel

Louis XVI Painted Bergère à la Reine, France, circa 1780
Louis XVI Painted Bergère à la Reine, France, circa 1780

Louis XVI Painted Bergère à la Reine, France, circa 1780

Located in Kinderhook, NY

French circa 1780 Louis XVI Bergère à la Reine having painted carved wood frame with allover bellflower motifs on arms, rails, and stiles; the recta...

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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of Italian Mid-century Boucle Armchairs, Iron & Brass Legs, 1950s
Pair of Italian Mid-century Boucle Armchairs, Iron & Brass Legs, 1950s

Pair of Italian Mid-century Boucle Armchairs, Iron & Brass Legs, 1950s

Located in Praha, CZ

Pair of restored Italian armchairs from the 1950s featuring newly upholstered boucle fabric, elegant curved arms, and tapered iron legs capped with brass tips. The structure is soli...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Iron, Brass

Isa Bergamo, Pair of Rare Armchairs in Original Condition
Isa Bergamo, Pair of Rare Armchairs in Original Condition

Isa Bergamo, Pair of Rare Armchairs in Original Condition

By Gio Ponti, ISA Bergamo

Located in Catania, CT

Rare pair of Labeled Isa Bergamo armchairs with original velvet and unaltered vintage condition with normal trace of age and use. Designed in the style of Gio Ponti, there are the ma...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Late 19th Century Belgian Stick Farm Chair Newly Strung with Seagrass Signed
Late 19th Century Belgian Stick Farm Chair Newly Strung with Seagrass Signed

Late 19th Century Belgian Stick Farm Chair Newly Strung with Seagrass Signed

Located in Wainscott, NY

This rustic armchair from Belgium beautifully marries organic materials with timeless craftsmanship. Featuring a sturdy hand-hewn wooden frame with a naturally weathered patina, the ...

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Early 19th Century Belgian Antique Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Seagrass

DOOQ Swivel Egoísta Armchair with Solid Walnut, Rattan and Green Velvet
DOOQ Swivel Egoísta Armchair with Solid Walnut, Rattan and Green Velvet

DOOQ Swivel Egoísta Armchair with Solid Walnut, Rattan and Green Velvet

By DOOQ

Located in Lisbon, PT

With its name being the direct translation of selfish in Portuguese, this armchair revolves around its own universe. Within a refined, elegant and distinctive frame, resembling the n...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Hans J Wegner Pair of Armchairs PP 62 of Solid Oak by PP Møbler in Denmark 1990s
Hans J Wegner Pair of Armchairs PP 62 of Solid Oak by PP Møbler in Denmark 1990s

Hans J Wegner Pair of Armchairs PP 62 of Solid Oak by PP Møbler in Denmark 1990s

By PP Møbler, Børge Mogensen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Pair of armchairs model no. PP 62 by the Danish architect and cabinetmaker Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007) designed especially for the DFDS ferries in 1975. This pair of chairs are made b...

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1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Swedish Biedermeier Style Pair of Carved Birch Armchairs
Swedish Biedermeier Style Pair of Carved Birch Armchairs

Swedish Biedermeier Style Pair of Carved Birch Armchairs

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A unique pair of Swedish late 19th century/early 20th century carved birch armchairs, the style would best be described as Biedermeier hence the beautiful blonde wood frames with Neo...

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20th Century Swedish Biedermeier Armchairs

Materials

Textile, Birch

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 Atelier International, Cassina, 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

Mario Bellini for Cassina Cab Chair 415 in Black Leather
Mario Bellini for Cassina Cab Chair 415 in Black Leather

Mario Bellini for Cassina Cab Chair 415 in Black Leather

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Greensboro, NC

Mario Bellini for Cassina Cab Chair 415 in Black Leather This example is circa early 2000s and shows beautifully with minimal wear to leather. 37" x 31" x 32" Seat 16.75"

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage Bentwood Lounge Chairs after John Wisner
Vintage Bentwood Lounge Chairs after John Wisner

Vintage Bentwood Lounge Chairs after John Wisner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This unusual pair of vintage modern lounge chairs feature a cylindrical wood frame and two thick padded cushions. This sturdy and stylish pair ensures maximum comfort. The slatted backrest and brass capped armrests show true quality craftsmanship. This wild pair...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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.