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Armchairs For Sale
Attributed to Philip Webb Rare pair of large Sussex Armchairs, fully restored
By Morris & Co.
Located in London, GB
Morris & Co. Attributed to Philip Webb A rare pair of unusually large Sussex Armchairs. This original pair have been fully restored, gently dismantled, joints cleaned, glued and clam...
Category
1880s British Arts and Crafts Antique Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Midcentury Light Pink Velvet Club Armchair, 1960s, Europe, Germany
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
German armchair produced in the 1960s in Berlin. The armchair is after a thorough renovation of upholstery and carpentry. The wooden frame is thoroughly cleaned and covered with a se...
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
B34 Chair by Marcel Breuer 1920s pair
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Bauhaus chair by Marcel Breuer, model B34, in original condition. It is a first version from 1920s. The tubular steel frame and the wooden elements in it's original state.
The chai...
Category
1920s Austrian Industrial Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
$5,217 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Anthroposophical armchairs
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of sculptural oak armchairs, early 20th century, Netherlands, with anthroposophical design reminiscent of the Amsterdam School. Fully restored, with burgundy red leather seats.
Category
1930s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Oak
$10,671 / set
Pair of Hans Olsen Easy Chairs, 1960s
By Hans Olsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Viska Möbler in Kinna, Sweden, 1960s.
Original green upholstery.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Suede
$9,486 / set
Cubist Art Deco Armchair in Vermilion Mohair Velvet and Maple, Belgium, 1920s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking Art Deco armchair was manufactured in Belgium in the mid 1920s. The distinct tiered and angular shape of the design is a great example of the influence of cubism in this particular era. The originality of the design and the craftsmanship of the production make this a unique piece.
The chair has a rounded and curved backrest and a deep seat. The optional loose pillow adds additional seating comfort to the back. The elegant frame is executed in solid European maple wood which has been finished in a darker brown stain. The chair is upholstered in a sumptuous deep pile mohair velvet in a beautiful vermilion color.
The chair is in overall good condition. The wood with minor wear consistent with age and use. The upholstery recently renewed. The seat with a single minor stain.
Provenance: Yves de Smet, Gent, Belgium
Literature: Paul Maenz...
Category
1920s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Mohair, Velvet, Maple
Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ Armchair in Zebra for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alvar Aalto 400 ‘Tank’ armchair for Artek. Designed in 1936. New, current production. Please note: price is for a 'Tank' armchair in Zebra upholstery and nat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
$6,884 / item
21st Century Oscar Armchair, in COM, by Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Oscar Armchair, Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
Inspired by the poetic curved lines of Oscar Niemeyer’s architecture, Oscar armchair allures for its ...
Category
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
$3,090 / item
Mid Century Teak & Leather Framed Armchair by Ekornes Stressless, Norway 80s
Located in Lucija, SI
Scandinavian Modern Teak & Leather Armchair from Ekornes Stressless
Made in Norway in the 80s
Category
1980s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Executive Armchair by Charles Pollock for Knoll Black Leather & 4 Prong Base
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Topeka, KS
Timeless MCM (Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Executive armchairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll. Chair is comprised of a black leather seat and back with button detail, aluminum band, c...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Contemporary Elodie Dining Chair in Champagne Pearlized Leather with Walnut Legs
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
A sophisticated and simple silhouette with beautifully detailed flutes. This dining or occasional chair effortlessly appeals. Shown here: upholstered in half grain pearlized...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Set of Original Josef Hoffmann / Otto Prutscher Attr. Chairs
Located in Vienna, AT
Very elegant and comfortable chairs attributed to Josef Hoffmann or Otto Prutscher. Has been rennovated over a while, the fabric is partly stained. Can be sold separately.
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Thonet Cane and Black Ebonized Bentwood Chair After Thonet 209
By Thonet
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
The chair after Thonet is from the years between 1950s
This is Le Corbusier's favourite chair and one of the favourite designs of architects and designers.
Unfortunately it has no...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Pair of Spanish Chairs by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed in 1958 by Børge Mogensen. Oak and original cognac leather, with the perfect patina.
Produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, Denmark, 1960s.
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Oak
$23,682 / set
Shapland and Petter. A long run of Arts and Crafts oak tub chairs
Located in London, GB
Shapland and Petter. A long run of Arts and Crafts oak tub chair's with shaped solid seat and shaped head rest. An interesting detail to the back legs set at 45 degrees to the front ...
Category
1910s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Customizable Teak Armchair with Oatmeal Upholstery and Rounded Back – Fane Line
Located in Miami, FL
A sculptural teak wood armchair upholstered in Wheat Thin Plain Weave fabric, the Fane armchair brings organic elegance and refined comfort to any space....
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak, Fabric
Richard Meier #810 Black Lacquered Armchair
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a rare #810 prototype armchair by Richard Meier.
The chair is lacquered in a Black high gloss.
This D shaped chair, designed by Richard Meier, is stylish, yet practical.
The...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Bauhaus Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Pair of Red Velvet Armchairs Marco Zanuso Model lady 1950 Arflex
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair of Marco Zanuso armchairs lady model in Red Velvet, in original state, timeless Italian Iconic design.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
$4,624 Sale Price / set
40% Off
1930s Rare Restored Adjustable Art Deco Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished
- Newly upholstered
- Adjustable backrest 86-95 cm
- Height of seat 39 cm
Category
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Pattern Dalmatian Armchair, by Edmund Homa, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A beautiful mid-century armchair GFM-142, designed by Edmund Homa. The armchair was made in the 1960s in the Gosciecinska Furniture Factory. Made from solid beech wood.
The GFM-142 armchair is regarded one of the best Polish armchair design from the previous age. The armchair has been thoroughly renovated. The tension belts have been changed, new upholstery foams - upholstery fabric of the highest quality - velvet in dalmatian print...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Velvet, Beech
Mid-Century Modern French Style Sofa, Cream Nobilis Fabric
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern French Style Sofa, handmade in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
With an elegant design inspired by the style of the great mid-century French designers this sofa e...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Oak, Walnut
Classic Velvet Upholstered Club Chair by Charles Pfister for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Comfortable velvet upholstered club chair by Charles Pfister for Knoll.
Original label.
Celebrated interior designer Charles Pfister, whose personal design philosophy was “restrain...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet
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
$8,063 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of Two Philippe Starck Caffee Costes Chair for ALEPH Driade 1980s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Philippe Starck Caffee Costes Armchairs for ALEPH Driade 1980s
Category
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Modern Burgundy Armchair “Hidden Entourage” by Supaform
By Supaform
Located in Florence, IT
This armchair embodies two opposing forces, holding a tension between them as if locking together two distinct identities. Its design encodes a subtle transition — a movement from a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Jindřich Halabala Armchairs, Model H-410, Czechoslovakia, 1950s
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Pair of Jindřich Halabala Armchairs, Model H-410, Czechoslovakia, 1950s
A stunning pair of iconic Model H-410 armchairs designed by Jindřich Halabala, one of the leading figures of ...
Category
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Pair of Armchairs Tito Agnoli Style, Italy 1960s
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing pair of armchairs in rattan and bamboo bent in the style of Tito Agnoli for Bonacina.
Made in Italy in the 1960s.
Bamboo / rattan has been polished by a professi...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Ribbon Easy Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1970s (2 available)
Located in Hilversum, NL
A true design icon, the Ribbon easy chair (Model F582) was created by renowned designer Pierre Paulin in 1966 and remains a sought-after classic today. Its sculptural, flowing shape,...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Steel
20th Century, Attributed to Gio Ponti/Casa e Giardino Pair of Armchairs 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Turin, Turin
An eclectic personality, from his early days he was active in the fields of architecture, painting, graphics and set design. He graduated in architecture from the Milan Polytechnic i...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Børge Mogensen Midcentury Danish Leather Oak Spanish Chair for Fredericia, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavia midcentury modern design Spanish chairs designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by Frederica Stolefabrik, with oak frame and leather seat and back, first rare edition wit...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
$15,936 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Børge Mogensen, A Pair of BM2256 Lounge Chairs in Oak & Hessian, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A pair of BM2256 armchairs by Danish designer Børge Mogensen, crafted in Denmark during the 1960s. Known for his democratic approach to design, Mogensen created this model as part of...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Canvas, Oak, Burlap
Contemporary Dool Armchair with green fabric. Made in Italy by Hessentia
Located in Carate, Brianza (MB)
The Dool armchair is distinguished by its informal design. The upholstered parts, enveloping and carefully trimmed, are supported by two generously sized trapezoidal metal elements t...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Swedish Grace Flame Birch Armchair in Mohair
Located in Portland, OR
A stunning chair made in Sweden, circa 1930s. Flame Birch frame, generous depth with hand-tied springs all fully reupholstered in luxurious soft sea foam green mohair. Designer unkno...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Mohair, Birch
Mid-Century Modern "Pretzel" Armchair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern "Pretzel" armchair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft.
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Birch, Bentwood
Selene Armchair by G. Ventura
Located in Milan, IT
This armchair designed by G. Ventura boasts Art Deco-style reinterpreted with modern graphic details that highlight its timeless elegance. The sculptural silhouette features a unique construction with a generous seat, round open back...
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
$6,480 / item
Odette Curvy Club Chair with Black Oak Wood Frame by Fred&Juul
By Fred&Juul
Located in Fiesole, Florence
The Odette club chair is a modern take on the cozy wingback armchair that defies all categorizations, being also describable as a Bergère, as well as a barrel chair, thanks to its wo...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Wood, Oak
Set of 4 Pigreco Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Fabulous set of four "Pigreco" chairs. These iconic chairs were designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa and produced by Gavina in Italy in the 1960s.
This stylish chairs feature a stunnin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Mario Bellini for C&B Italia Midcentury Amanta Velvet Armchairs Set of Two 1973
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian armchair model Amanta designed by Mario Bellini and produced by C&B Italia from 1966, with corduroy upholstery and fibreglass frame, original manufacturer’s label and relief ...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
$2,086 Sale Price
20% Off
Komfort teak leather armchair by Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This armchair by Arne Wahl Iversen impresses with its organic shapes, which look great in any setting. The delicate teak frame in a warm shade is in excellent condition. The caramel-...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pair of Mid-century Beech and Straw Armchairs Basque Spanish circa 1940
Located in Labrit, Landes
Mid-century pair of open armchairs
Spanish from the Basque area, made circa 1940.
Beech and straw, with few colored straw.
Atypical design with rounded armrests and straw on the sea...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Mid-Century Modern Antique Armchairs
Materials
Straw, Beech
Pair Armchairs Bubble Cognac Leather Italian design 1970s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair Armchairs Bubble Cognac Leather Italian design 1970s
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Animal Skin, Leather
$3,201 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Pair Of Antique French Directoire Period Painted Armchairs, Late 18th Century
Located in Bristol, GB
PAIR OF ANTIQUE FRENCH UPHOLSTERED CHAIRS
A pair of extremely romantic chairs with carved frames, painted in a buttery cream paint with sap green and orange details. naturally worn ...
Category
Late 18th Century French Directoire Antique Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Maxwell Royal American High Back Arm Lounge Chair c 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Voguish, chic and stylish high back arm, lounge chair by The Maxwell Royal Chair Company. The chair features a sculptural exposed wood frame with upholstered back rest and seat cushi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Transat Chair With Black Leather, Design Eileen Gray 1927, France ca. 1975
By Eileen Gray
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Rare and valuable 19th century reproduction of the famous "Transat Chair" designed by none other than world renowed Irish designer Eileen Gray (1878 - 1976). There were only 12(!) or...
Category
Late 20th Century French Bauhaus Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Locus Solus Green Armchair by Gae Aulenti
By Exteta, Gae Aulenti
Located in Milan, IT
Reinterpreting her Sgarsul rocking chair in contemporary style, Gae Aulenti created the Locus Solus Armchair, whose tubular steel frame and bright...
Category
2010s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Steel
$5,325 / item
Set of two H. J. Wegner Papa Bear Chairs with Grey Hallingdal Upholstery, 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Here is a stunning set of two vintage Papa bear chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007).
Wegner´s unique sense of design is expressed in these sculptural chairs.
The "nails" ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Teak, Beech
Corolla 271 Red and Orange Armchair by Cristina Celestino
Located in Milan, IT
Characterized by an exquisite combination of warm hues, this armchair features two different upholsteries: a red fabric covering the seat and back cushions, and an orange one for the waved backrest and armrests. An exquisite modern design by Cristina Celestino, it rests on a red-lacquered beechwood structure comprising four slanted legs...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs in Knoll Wool Boucle, Pair Available
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This near-mint condition pair of authentic Warren Platner for Knoll lounge chairs (Model 1715L) are upholstered in a gorgeous red wool boucle fabric by Knoll called their "Classic Bo...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Nickel
$4,750 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Pair Of Carl-Johan Boman Armchairs Upholstered in White Fabric, Boman Oy 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of elegant armchairs designed by Carl-Johan Boman and manufactured by Boman Oy in Finland in the 1950s. Apart from the reupholstery the chair bodies are in original and good c...
Category
1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Antique Pair Shabby Chic Louis Revival French Painted Armchairs, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique pair of Louis Revival French shabby chic cream painted fauteuils, or open armchairs, late 19th century in date.
They each feature a flower carved cres...
Category
1890s French Antique Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Customizable Modern Occasional Slipper Chair with Firm Comfort - Mono Line
Located in Miami, FL
The Mono slipper chair by Sérgio Batista for Uultis is a contemporary masterpiece of form and function, designed to seamlessly blend with modern and minimalist interiors. This occasional chair boasts a sleek black metal base that elegantly contrasts its textured white and black fabric upholstery, creating a striking monochromatic aesthetic. Its clean lines and low-slung profile make it a versatile choice for living rooms, bedrooms, or offices, while its commercial-grade construction ensures durability in high-traffic environments.
Crafted with a focus on firm yet inviting comfort, the Mono chair...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Superb Pair of Lounge Chairs, Upholstered in Natural Sheepskin
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb pair of modern round-arm lounge chairs. Handmade beech frames, sprung seats, with solid oak feet. Newly upholstered in premium, soft, natural Australian sheepskin. Fast s...
Category
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech, Oak
20th Century French Vintage Art Deco Single Walnut Armchair by Paul Follot
By Paul Follot
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early 20th Century, single vintage French Art Deco armchair made of hand crafted polished designed by Paul Follot, in good condition. The detailed Parisian center, side chair is c...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut
Henning Kjærnulf 'Kurul' Armchair in Oak and Rubelli Bouclé, Denmark, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking armchair was designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf in the 1960s. This particular model, named Kurul, was produced by EG Kvalitetsmøbel in Denmark. The chair bears the ma...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Oak
Art Deco Set of 2 Halden Armchairs in the Style of 1930's Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Set of 2 Halden armchairs, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern.
The Halden armchair is inspired by the Norwegian border town of the same name a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
21st Century Oscar Wood Armchair, in Darkened Sycamore, by Duistt
By Duistt
Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT
Oscar Wood Armchair, in Darkened Sycamore, Handcrafted in Portugal by Duistt
Inspired by the poetic curves of Oscar Niemeyer's architecture, the Oscar Collection captivates with its...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
Ross Littell for ICF Italian Midcentury Metal Leather Armchairs model LUAR 1965
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design chiar armchairs Luar model, set of two, designed by Ross Littell in 1965 and produced by ICF
with drawn steel frame in rectangular section with chro...
Category
1660s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of 19th C. French Regence Style Armchairs with Verdure Tapestry Upholstery
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon…
Hand-carved in the Regence style, this pair of French armchairs from the 1800s have beautiful verdure tapestry upholsteries. The textiles depict a for...
Category
19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Set of Two ''Back-Wing Armchair', Patricia Urquiola by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchairs designed by Patricia Urquiola in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
This comfy armchair has the same distinctive aesthetics as the Back-Wing chair designed in 2018. T...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Foam, Wood
Contemporary Antique Pink Velvet Armchair with Silk Fringe Accents
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 layers of fringes that run along...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Materials
Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming
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.
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