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Armchairs For Sale
Japanese Antique Black ArmChair / Wabi-sabi Rustic
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is a chair using an old Japanese mortar.
The material is Zelkoba, and it seems to be around the Meiji period.
It is characterized by the powerful wood grain and red-black surf...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Rustic Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Napoleon III square back armchairs on tall legs
Located in Malton, GB
These are a very high quality pair of square back French armchairs. The simplicity of the design makes these a classic seat that will work well in a large number of interiors. Genero...
Category
19th Century Antique Armchairs
Materials
Beech
1950s Geneviève Dangles & Christian Defrance Armchair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A mid century armchair attributed to Geneviève Dangles and Christian Defrance. Iron base and new wool bouclé upholstery. Sourced in Northern Italy. Two available, sold separately.
G...
Category
1950s French Space Age Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Customizable Tacchini Pigreco Chair by Tobia Scarpa
By Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
Price listed for starting FABRIC and glossy lacquer
The essential nature of a sign. The proportion of solids and voids. The harmony between straight and curved lines. Every feature ...
Category
2010s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Textile
$3,497 / item
La-z-boy Rocking Armchair by Pizzetti Roma, Walnut, White Leather, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
A Pizzetti original, Classic La-z-boy reclining rocking chair, made of walnut and white leather, Italy circa 1960s.
The leather shows signs of...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Oversized Lounge Chair In Black Steel & Brushed Gold Detailing
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Introducing a unique lounge chair that redefines comfort and style with its rare dimensions. Measuring an impressive 40x40 inches, this extra-wide and extra-deep armchair offers unpa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & Boucle, Giuseppe Scapinelli, c. 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Pair of Armchairs by Giuseppe Scapinelli, is nothing less than gorgeous!
This exceptional set of armchairs is crafted from Caviuna hardwood and reupholstered i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Hardwood, Bouclé, Rosewood
Danish Collectible Chair "197" Design Finn Juhl for France & Søn, 1960s
Located in taranto, IT
Danish collectible chair, model "197", France & Søn production based on a design by Finn Juhl, mid-1960s
made on a teak structure, it measures 76 cm in height, 50 cm in width, 45 ...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Pair of Dusty Pink Bouclé Dante Armchairs, H. Lis, Europe, 1960s
By Henryk Lis
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A pair of dusty pink bouclé armchairs, designed by Henryk Lis. Furniture after full carpentry and upholstery renovation. The armchairs will be per...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
$2,886 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Tufted Rose Colored Velvet Armchairs with Elm Legs, Italy, c. 1950
Located in New York City, NY
Medium, overstuffed tufted armchairs. Very comfortable with lots of character. Excellent vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Elm
Ripple Armchair Reflecting Contemporary and Modern with Turkish Quilting in Blue
Located in Istanbul, 34
The story of the Ripple Armchair represents a perfect combination of the aesthetic elegance of contemporary design and traditional craftsmanship. The wooden frame stands out as the r...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Oak
19th century Buttoned back country house armchair
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very elegant and high quality Victorian buttoned back armchair. It has a great shape and profile with neat proportions. Standing on nicely turned oak legs as well complete ...
Category
19th Century Antique Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Mid-Century Modern Dark Green Armchair, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Polish armchair produced at the turn of the 1960s and 1970s in the Bending Furniture Factory in Radomsko. This is a limited edition marked with the B-310 VAR symbol. The armchair is ...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Upholstered Armchair and Footstool with Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Mario Botta Latonda Chair
By Alias, Mario Botta
Located in Barcelona, ES
The 'Latonda' chair was designed by the famous Swiss architect Mario Botta in 1987 for the Italian company Alias. This chair has become an icon of contemporary design and is characte...
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Sheet Metal
Vintage Velvet Mustard Yellow Pantone Armchair, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The GFM armchair is an icon of the polish design of the PRL period.
The famous armchair was designed in 1962 by the Polish interior designer and furnit...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
$1,146 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Otto Schulz Wingback Chair in Sheepskin and Birch, BOET, Sweden, 1946
By Boet, Otto Schulz
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare armchair was designed by Otto Schulz and produced by Boet in Gothenburg, Sweden, in 1946. Its rounded, organic lines create a striking yet inviting silhouette...
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Birch
Danish 1930s armchair with reupholstered seat i soft lambskin
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Armchair from approx. 1930s in beech wood and wicker in the back.
The seat of the chair is reupholstered by a professional seamstress in soft, honey-coloured lambskin.
Unique with...
Category
1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Lambskin, Wicker, Beech
Cachemire Fur Piroutte Swivel Armchair by Lorenza Bozzoli
Located in Milan, IT
Lorenza Bozzoli Couture presents a limited-edition collection characterized by an extremely soft design, eclectic and distinctly retro. The new Fur Collection...
Category
2010s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Adolf Loos Corner Chair, F.O. Schmidt, Oak Wood Leather, Jugendstil, 1898-1900
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A corner armchair designed by Adolf Loos (1870-1933) and manufactured by Friedrich Otto Schmidt, Vienna, Austria, circa 1900.
The condition of the wood is very good. The leather seat...
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Jorge Zalszupin. Pair of armchairs "Cubo", c. 1960
Located in PARIS, FR
Jorge Zalszupin (1922–2020)
Pair of “Cubo” Armchairs, c. 1960
Wood and Donatelli fabric
Dimensions: 63 × 86 × 87 cm (24 4/5 × 33 43/50 × 34 1/4 in)
Designed in the 1960s, this pair ...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Formica, Wood
Sculptural Black Charred Wood Armchair in Organic Form by Logniture
By Logniture
Located in Stara Gradiška, HR
A dramatic fusion of sculpture and seating, this black charred armchair is hand-carved from a single solid hardwood log and shaped with free-flowing, anatomical precision. Its form i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Organic Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Giancarlo Piretti Mid-Century Orange "Alky" Italian Armchairs, Castelli 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic mid-century orange fabric "Alky" armchairs, designed by Giancarlo Piretti and produced by Castelli in Italy during 1970s.
These lovely Alky armchairs are fully original in...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
Antique Victorian Quality Carved Walnut Armchair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality carved walnut armchair having a quality carved walnut shaped back, carved walnut open arms standing on shaped carved walnut cabriole legs to the front and o...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
The Nº2 Armchair. Produced in Solid Jequitibá Design by Amilcar Oliveira
Located in São Paulo, SP
Armchair No. 2 pays tribute to the Brazilian modern furniture of the 1950s and 1960s. Its sturdy and comfortable structure uniquely blends relaxation with sophistication. Crafted met...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Foam, Wood
Pair of Biedermeier Armchairs
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Beautiful pair of Swedish Biedermeier chairs, or “carver chairs” in glowing, golden birch. The curved backs, shaped to a stylized Chapeau de Gendarme form, feature inlaid medallions ...
Category
19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Armchairs
Materials
Birch
$2,200 / set
Fine pair of Swedish Art Deco elm and birch armchairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine pair of Swedish elm and birch armchairs circa 1930.
Elegant pair of art deco chairs, featuring beautiful elm sides and arms. Arms with channeled detailing to the fronts. Applie...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Elm
José Zanine Caldas, Lounge Chair Imbuia Plywood Leather Mòveis Artísticos Z 1949
Located in High Point, NC
A lounge chair designed by José Zanine Caldas for Mòveis Artísticos Z, Brazil, in 1949. It features Imbuia plywood, brass, and black-dyed leather w...
Category
1940s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Imbuia
An English William IV Leather Reading Chair
Located in London, GB
England, circa 1840
A William IV leather library chair with curved back and circular seat, with buttoned seat and back, all supported on turned baluster legs terminating in brass ca...
Category
Mid-19th Century English William IV Antique Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Armchair – Oak Wood & Cane, Circa 1980, Timeless Craftsmanship
Located in Barcelona, ES
Vintage Armchair – Oak Wood & Cane, Circa 1980, Timeless Craftsmanship
Discover the timeless beauty and exceptional craftsmanship of this vintage armchair, crafted around 1980 with ...
Category
1980s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Cane
$6,538 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Pair of Børge Mogensen Model 2257 Oak Lounge Chairs for Fredericia Stolefabrik V
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very elegant armchairs model 2257 designed by Borge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark in the 1960s. Very modern and clean profile expressed in a design that was ahead of i...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Ignazio Gardella 'Digamma' Armchair in Emerald Green Lelièvre Fabric and Brass
Located in The Hague, NL
Designed by Ignazio Gardella in 1957, the Digamma lounge chair is a comfortable chair with roots in the late Italian modernist tradition.
Its rational construction features two geometric sections - the rectangular upholstered back and seat - bound by a firm upholstered frame. The black metallic legs are finished off with Gardella's iconic brass 'duck' feet. The armchair has a three-position reclining backrest offering additional comfort and adjustability.
This chair is a custom version realized by Santa & Cole for Kabinet Hubert, upholstered and sewn by hand in an emerald green Lelièvre fabric. This soft and dense fabric is a delicate combination of chenille and bouclé yarns.
Ignazio Gardella was a member of the so-called third generation of the Modern Movement. He is considered one of the greatest exponents of Italian Rationalism, although he followed its principles in a much more personal way, searching to overcome its limitations. In 1957, he created the Digamma armchair...
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair Seconda Postmodern armchairs by Mario Botta for Alias, 1980s, Set of 2
Located in Vorst, BE
The Seconda Armchair, designed by Swiss architect Mario Botta and crafted by Alias, is a bold icon of postmodern design.
Launched in 1982, it showcases Botta’s architectural backgro...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Sheet Metal
Pair of Mid-century Italian Armchairs Isa Bergamo Gio Ponti Style Orange Brass
By Gio Ponti
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair of Isa Bergamo Armchairs in Orange velvet and Brass feet period 1940/50 the artistic director was Gio ponti in those years. Totally restored .
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
"Butterfly" Chair by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, 1960s
Located in Bern, CH
"Butterfly" Chair by Jorge Hardoy-Ferrari, 1960s. Rare version with five part enameled tubular metal base with sling suede leather seat pad. Nicely patinated.
Designed by Jorge Ferra...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
$1,612 Sale Price
25% Off
Handcrafted Armchair with Architectural Silhouette and High Resistance Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This armchair is a time capsule of style. Taking cues from the most fashionable styles of scarves in history, it’s subtle and layered composition create a dynamic and effortlessly st...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Danish Leather Lounge Chairs by Ebbe Gehl & Søren Nissen, 1970
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful Danish leather lounge chairs 'Model BEO' by Ebbe Gehl & Søren Nissen, 1970 with dark stained beech wood frame, upholstered in brown leather and the back in nubuck leather, ...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
Pair of Paolo Buffa Mid-Century Modern Italian Armchairs, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful pair of armchairs with curved armrests, made by Paolo Buffa in 1950. The structure in curved and padded wood, the upholstery was redone more than twenty years ago but is in...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
$2,946 Sale Price / set
30% Off
VINTAGE RED VELVET & AZTEC KILIM UPHOLSTERED HOWARD GEORGE SMITH STYLE ARMCHAiR
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London
We are delighted to offer for sale this Vintage Red Velvet Armchair.
A bold and eclectic statement piece that is a striking fusion of luxurious comfort and v...
Category
20th Century British Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Set of 4 Tulip Chairs by Preben Fabricius & J. Kastholm for Kill International
Located in Lisboa, PT
This set of four FK6725 Tulip Chairs, designed by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm for Kill International in the 1960s, is an iconic representation of mid-century modern design. In...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
$8,764 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Adrian Pearsall Midcentury Walnut Lounge Chair for Craft Associates
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Armchair designed by the American designer Adrian Pearsall. The frame of this cocktail lounge chair is made of walnut wood in a beautiful curved shape and upholstered in white chenil...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Chenille, Walnut
$3,998 Sale Price
30% Off
Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Three Seater Sofa by Cassina
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Three Seater Sofa
Manufactured by Cassina
SCULPTURAL ELEGANCE
Geometric austerity encounters enveloping padding in this sofa designed by maestro Carlo Scarpa ...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
$24,577 Sale Price / item
25% Off
James Mont Hollywood Regency Style Chinoiserie Lounge Chairs, 1970's
Located in Lambertville, NJ
James Mont Style horseshoe Chinoiserie accent lounge chairs. These Hollywood Regency style chairs feature beautiful honey wood curved fra...
Category
1970s Hollywood Regency Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Authentic Cognac Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1960’s
By Marcel Breuer, Gavina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An iconic Bauhaus design, this authentic Wassily chair by Marcel Breuer was produced by Gavina in Italy prior to its acquisition by Knoll. It features its original tubular chrome-pla...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
19th Century Anglo-Indian White Lacquered Carved & Pierced Lion Motif Arm Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th Century Anglo-Indian White Lacquered Carved & Pierced Lion Motif Arm Chair, circa 1880
This stunning 19th-century Anglo-Indian armchair, circa 1880, is a striking example of th...
Category
19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Angel Pazmino Dark Brown Tooled Leather Folding Arm Chair with Wood Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Angel Pazmino folding arm chair with tooled leather seat and back and lightly refinished wood frame. In original condition with wear consistent with ...
Category
1960s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Armchair by Cassina
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Armchair
Manufactured by Cassina
SCULPTURAL ELEGANCE
A favourable balance between geometric rigour and enveloping shapes designe...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
$9,740 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Midcentury "Quinn" Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Model 1170, Walnut + Wool
Located in Decatur, GA
"Quinn" chair, Model no. 1170 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar circa 1965. Sculpted walnut arms transition seamlessly to the upholstered back creating a wonderful silhouette. Frame is so...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Walnut
French Rattan Cone Armchair in the Style of Mathieu Matégot
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
perfect armchairs for gardens and terrasses.
Metal and rattan give a modern twist to these french 60's armchairs.
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
1970s Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Brutalist Armchair Leather Patchwork
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Sensational brutalist armchair attributed to Adrian Pearsall for Craft and Associates.
in the style of Paul Evans
No label present. Resting side panels are consistent with Craft Asso...
Category
Late 20th Century American Brutalist Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Resin, Wood
Louis XV Style Louis Mittman Fauteuil Arm Chairs, 2010s
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Priced each!
Louis XV Style Louis Mittman Fauteuil arm chairs. It features a combination of Scalamandre damask and Clarence House cut cheetah velvet uph...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Louis XV Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery
Hand Tailored Fringes Armchair Offered in Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The handmade armchair draws on the signature fashion theme, ruffling the scene and inviting guests with its fun and flirtatious feel. Featuring three...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Materials
Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming
$6,090 / item
Outdoor Woven Rope Dining Chair In Black Teak
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The Material: Our products use taut, clean, and highly tenacious rope made of 100% polyester. What makes this material special is because the characteristic of polyester that is extr...
Category
2010s Asian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
$1,540 / item
18th Century Italian Louis XIV Solid Walnut Antique Armchair
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful early 18th century of the period Louis XIV Italian antique armchair in solid walnut wood. An imposing large armchair with a wide and comfortable seat. Wavy armrests and arc...
Category
1710s Italian Louis XIV Antique Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Rolf Rastad & Adolf Relling “Bambi” Cane Armchair for Gustav Bahus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic modern Bambi armchair designed by Rolf Rastad and Adolf Relling for Gustav Bahus in Norway circa1950s. This iconic Bambi design is exceptionally crafted in teak wood with lon...
Category
1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Wood, Teak
Vintage Taylor King Beige Herringbone Rolled Arm Club Lounge Library Chair 40"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage club or lounge chair by Taylor King. Features flared rolled arms with turned legs and swivel castors. Fabric is biege with a herringbone design.
Dimensions:
40" x 36" x 36...
Category
Late 20th Century Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
$1,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Elda Chair by Joe Colombo for Comfort - 1960's Italy
By Joe Colombo
Located in Lisboa, PT
Iconic Elda Chair by Joe Colombo for Comfort - Collectible Design Masterpiece
The Elda Chair, designed by visionary Italian designer Joe Colombo for Comfort in the 1960s, is an unpa...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
$8,177 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Giorgetti Progetti Peggy Armchairs by Umberto Asnago
Located in Vilnius, LT
Pair of vintage Progetti Peggy armchairs, designed by Umberto Asnago.
Manufacture date circa 1980's by Giorgetti, Italy.
Labeled textile on the bottom.
In original removable yellow t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
A Lounge Chair / Armchair and Ottoman, Upholstered in Pure Ivory Alpaca
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb modern lounge chair / armchair and ottoman. Beech frame and sprung seat. Upholstered in a premium, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric with solid oak feet. Handmade in England....
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Alpaca, Beech, Oak
Pair of armchairs, Sweden, 1970s.
Located in Palermo, PA
Pair of very comfortable Swedish-made armchairs from the 1970s.
Super padded cushions that make these chairs perfect for relaxing moments reading a book or in front of the TV.
The le...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
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.