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Armchairs For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: Late 20th Century
Guillerme & Chambron 'Fumay' Armchair in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron armchair model 'Fumay,' oak and fabric, France, 1965.
Beautifully shaped armchair in blond oak by French designer duo Jacques Chambron and Robert Guillerme. Th...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Restored Vintage Pair of Bamboo Barrel Chairs with Ivory Fabric
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the charm of our pair of vintage bamboo barrel chairs, exquisitely crafted and fully restored by our in-house professionals. The pair of chairs feature a natural bamboo colo...
Category
1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Bamboo, Foam, Wood, Lacquer
Set of Four Philippe Starck Armchairs, 1st Ed., Pratfall for Driade, Italy, 1984
Located in Paris, FR
Designed by the renowned Philippe Starck in 1980, the Pratfall Armchair is a gem of modern design. Combining minimalism and functionality, this first edition is a distinctive reflect...
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
French Louis XV Style Bergère with Carved Frame
Located in Buchanan, NY
This elegant French Louis XV style armchair features an ornately carved wooden frame that is finished in a beautifully antiqued white patina that contrasts the rich gray upholstery w...
Category
1940s French Louis XV Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1950s Carl Malmsten Armchair in Boucle Fabric
Located in London, GB
Carl Malmsten - Occasional Armchair, circa 1950s.
An elegant, classical occasional chair designed by Swedish master: Carl Malmsten. The chair has been reupholstered in British desig...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
Vintage Leather Kengu Armchair by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim for Rykken
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely comfortable vintage leather Kengu armchair by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim for Rykken. This was made in Norway, it dates from the 1970’s.
The quality is exceptio...
Category
1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Danish Stouby Tan Leather Highback Armchair Mid Century Chair 1970s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Danish tan leather highback armchair by Stouby, this would make a stylish addition to any living or work area.
The chair has a wide seat and padded backrest for enhanced...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Vintage Boho Chic Wicker, Rattan Peacock Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Step into the allure of bohemian charm with this Vintage Boho Chic Wicker Rattan Peacock Chair. In its majestic presence, this chair stands 59 inches tall with a generous 41-inch win...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Armchairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Danish Oak Easy Chair with Black Stained Legs, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish Modern, also known as Scandinavian Modern, is a design movement that emerged in the mid-20th century, particularly during the 1940s to 1960s. It originated in Denmark but quic...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Armchairs in Hardwood & White Leather Joaquim Tenreiro Brazil
Located in New York, NY
Available now, this beautiful pair of Brazilian Modern armchairs are made of ebonized Pau Marfim hardwood & white leather in buttone style.
The structure is composed of curved arms & feet, and were designed by Joaquim Tenreiro in the 1940’s. The wood joints are composed of delicate wood pins in Pau Marfim also, which were typically used by the artist at the time. Sold as set of two.
For the restoration process, both armchairs where dissembled to understand their condition and to restore them following Tenreiro’s technique. This is shown in the last 3 images. The set comes from a private residence in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro.
This mid-century modern pair would look incredible in any modern, mid-century modern, boho chic or contemporary environment.
Joaquim Tenreiro (1906–1992) was among the leading furniture designers and visual artists in mid-20th century Brazil. Tenreiro was born in Melo, Gouveia Municipality, Portugal into a family of woodworkers and carpenters. In the late 1920s, he emigrated to Rio de Janeiro and began working for the firm of Laubisch & Hirth.
In the early 1940s, Tenreiro was among the first designers in the Brazilian furniture industry to adopt a European modernist vernacular. His initial efforts, including the 1942 "Poltrona Leve," met with considerable success, and in 1943 he established his own firm with factories in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. However, it was not until the 1950s that he began to be recognized as a master furniture designer in Brazil. His design philosophy found a great response with architects who supported modernism.
A forerunner in the use of rediscovered raw materials (like cane and jacaranda -Brazilian Roswood) as well as the creator of a new formal language in 20th-century Brazilian furniture design, he drew on the lessons of past furniture-making as a vital source, not only in the mastery of technical and constructive solutions but also in the aesthetic experience, craftsmanship, and the cultural meaning of his production. As a result, his exquisitely crafted pieces evoke a refined coexistence of traditional values and modern aesthetics, firmly bound to the Brazilian cultural milieu.
Literature:
• Arquitetura e Decoracao, no. 12, Jul-Aug 1955
• Tenreiro book...
Category
1940s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Armchair by Villy Schou Andersen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish "model 61" armchair by Villy Schou Andersen, circa 1960's. Beautifully sculpted armrests with fantastic wood grain. Very comfortable, and no imposing footprint! Moder...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Armchair by Villy Schou Andersen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish "model 61" armchair by Villy Schou Andersen, circa 1960's. Beautifully sculpted armrests with fantastic wood grain. Very comfortable, and no imposing footprint! Moder...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Armchair by Villy Schou Andersen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish "model 61" armchair by Villy Schou Andersen, circa 1960's. Beautifully sculpted armrests with fantastic wood grain. Very comfortable, and no imposing footprint! Moder...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Modern Rosewood Armchair by Kurt Olsen
By Kurt Olsen
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood and leather Danish armchair by Kurt Olsen, circa 1960's. Sturdy solid wood frame with stunning grain patterning on the sculpted frame. Comfort without an imposing footprint!...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood
Arne Norell Black Leather Safari Easy Chair, Sweden ca. 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage teak and black leather Safari chair by Arne Norell and produced by Arne Norell AB, Sweden ca. 1960's
Good condition except cats scratches on the leather on one armrest ( pict...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Art Deco Armchair Upholstered in Bouclé, Europe ca 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Art Deco (or streamline moderne, as it’s often referred to), was originally named Art Décoratifs. The design style received its “Art Deco” name after the Exposition Internationale de...
Category
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Armchairs Attributed to Antonio Gorgone
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A pair of mid-century armchairs attributed to Antonio Gorgone. Solid Elm angular frame with a brick red frabric re-upholstery.
Dimensions: H 95cm W 65cm D 68cm Seat H 36cm W 57cm D...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Elm
1946 Pair of "Chauffeuse" Armchairs Attributed to Andre Arbus
By André Arbus
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of armchairs "Chauffeuse" of 1946 attributed to Andre Arbus
Composed of a low seat with cushion, the upholstery is original horsehair and spring, high back in horsehair. Fabric ...
Category
1940s French Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Damask, Silk, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Scoop Bentwood Armchair By Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare, mid-century modern, walnut bentwood armchair by Thonet features a curvaceous profile with the back and seat made from a single piece of bent walnut. The segmented yellow tweed ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Jindrich Halabala H-269 Armchairs
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Jindrich Halabala H-269 Armchairs
the wood has a very nice patina, the fabric needs to be redone
Category
1930s Slovak Art Deco Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Antique Pair Leather Chippendale Wingback Armchairs c.1920
Located in London, GB
This is an absolutely fabulous pair of antique English button back leather wingback Chippendale Revival armchairs, circa 1920 in date.
They stand on hand carved ball and claw cabri...
Category
1920s English Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather
1900s Antique Chinoiserie Pagoda Flare Arm Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful antique pagoda chinoiserie 1900s chair with flare sides. Original upholstery which may have some discoloring and or minor imperfections. Please view photos. Incredible nail...
Category
Early 1900s Chinoiserie Antique Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Chair Designed By W.H.Gispen For The Dutch Company Kembo
Located in Bunnik, NL
Beautifull armchair designed by Willem Hendrik Gispen for the Kembo label. Models 302, which is a version with armrests. The seatshave new filling and upholstery made of Spanish fab...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Upholstered Easy Chairs With Stained Beech Legs, Denmark ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish Modern designers are the undisputed masters of mid-century modern chair design. As this pair shows, their furniture generally united form and function; in every design, they p...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Antique Edwardian Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A fantastic pair of antique Edwardian armchairs. They were made in England, they date from the 1900-1910 period.
They are of extremely fine quality, with a beautifully elegant and s...
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Fauteuil Polaris de Pierre Guariche orange par Meurop Belgique 1960 Vintage
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Fauteuil "Polaris" de Pierre Guariche fabriqué par la société Meurop en Belgique .En 1967, Meurop présente deux nouveaux sièges dans les journaux : Polaris et Luna. Ils font fait par...
Category
1960s Belgian Space Age Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
British Colonial Ceylonese Solid Satinwood & Hand Cane Armchair
Located in Southampton, NY
British Colonial Ceylonese Solid Satinwood & Hand Caned Armchair
Made entirely out of satinwood. Gentle curved back. Hand caning seat - still in good condition. Spiral arms are a un...
Category
Early 20th Century Sri Lankan British Colonial Armchairs
Materials
Satinwood
Mid-Century Modern 1950's Set 2 Armchairs Blue Velvet Guglielmo Ulrich (attrib)
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Mid-Century Modern 1950s Italian set of 2 Blue Shell Armchairs attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich.
Shell-shaped in Blue velvet. with wooden feet.
These Armchairs showcase elegant form a...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Antique Edwardian Open Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of antique Edwardian open armchairs. They were made in England, they date from the 1900-1910 period.
The quality is excellent, and they are a lovely size. They woul...
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Couple of Antonio Citterio for Flexform armchairs
Located in Nijlen, VAN
couple arm chairs from the 1970s. This top duo was designed by Antonio Citterio in the 1970s! The chairs have a contemporary look and feel. They are made of
The chairs are in very go...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Yellow Wingback Armchair, Northern Europe, around 1920. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Elegant and comfortable.
Winged armchair from the beginning of the 20th century, Northern Europe.
The piece of furniture is in very good condition after professional renovation, the...
Category
1920s Swedish Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of French Antique Walnut Empire Tulip Fauteuils or Armchairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
This set of two elegant Empire arm chairs stand out for their classic simple design and the beautifully shaped front legs. These comfortable and stylish chairs feature a wealth of fi...
Category
1940s French Empire Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Jonas Bohlin, Wooden Concrete Chair, black, Produced by Källemo
By Källemo, Jonas Bohlin
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Jonas Bohlin (Swedish), made a significant impact with his innovative and minimalist approach to furniture design. Notable creations in his portfolio are the Concrete Chair and its w...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Armchairs "Cadillac", Maison Erton, France, circa 1950
By Erton
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of armchairs "Cadillac"
Maison Erton
France, circa 1950
Fabric by Maison Bisson-Bruneel, Alpaga cream
Category
Mid-20th Century French Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Erwin Lambeth Designed Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of mid-century modern lounge chairs by Erwin Lambeth. Square frame with floating style seat.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Le Corbusier, Chaise 209, Early French production
By Le Corbusier
Located in Hasselt, VLI
A design classic designed by Le Corbusier, the Chaise 209, signifies the pinnacle of craftsmanship and design. This elegant bentwood masterpiece displays exceptional construction and...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Cane
Pianura Armchair in Black Leather by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1970s
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Ixelles, Bruxelles
Designer - Mario Bellini
Producer - Cassina
Model - Pianura Armchairs
Design Period - Seventies
Measurements - Width 104 cm x Depth 96 cm x Height 66 cm x Seat Height 40 cm
Materials...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
"Kurul" Armchair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark 1960's
Located in Norwalk, CT
Popularized by the Ancient Romans, the curule seat has long been regarded as a symbol of military and political power. Henning Kjærnulf's iconic Kurul chair is a Modern take on this ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Virgola Armchair Designed by Yaakov Kaufman for Arflex, Italy 90s
Located in Lucija, SI
Virgola is an armchair designed by Yaakov Kaufman in 1991 for Arflex.
Its name is clearly inspired by the shape that characterizes it, which is precisely that of the punctuation mar...
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Harry Bertoia Diamond Armchair Knoll International
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in BAARLO, LI
Classic Diamond wire armchair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. Designed in 1952. This version was produced in the 1970s. The white frame is in good vintage condition, with slight signs of...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Armchair designed by Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA , italy 1960
Located in Genova, IT
Armchair 1960s Italian production, designed by Gastone Rinaldi produced by RIMA.
Enameled metal frame with brass details.
Lined in dark pink fabric.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of armchairs by Gio Ponti, Manufactured by Casa e Giardino, 1936
By Gio Ponti
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of armchairs
Manufactured by Casa e Giardino
Italy,1936
Fabric, walnut
Measurements
80 cm x 75 cm x 81,5 cm h
31,5 in x 29,5 in x 32,1 in h
Literature
Laura Falconi, Gio Ponti...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Le Corbusier & Pierre Jeanneret, Authentic LC/PJ-SI-41-A Armchairs, circa 1955
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Le Corbusier & Pierre Jeanneret armchairs known as LC/PJ-SI-41-A, Advocate and Press Chair in solid teak and nubuck leather. Sold as a pair.
More specifically, this set of two LC/P...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Teak
Customizable Pair Of Restored Mid Century Armchairs, fabric by Kvadrat, 1960s
Located in Wroclaw, PL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern GFM 87 Armchairs by Juliusz Kędziorek, Gościcińskie Furniture Factory 1960s, Poland.
Reupholstered in yellow and green colour KVADRAT "ZERO" fabric number ...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Quinta Chair by Mario Botta for Alias, 1980s
By Mario Botta, Alias
Located in Ixelles, Bruxelles
Designer - Mario Botta
Producer - Alias
Model - Quinta Chair
Design Period - Eighties
Measurements - Width 43 cm x Depth 55 cm x Height 94 cm x Seat Height 43 cm
Materials - Metal
Co...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Original Upholstery Jindrich Halabala Armchairs, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Pair of Jindrich Halabala Art Deco armchairs, circa 1930.
In great original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Jindrich Hala...
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1930s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood
Tecno Italian Bulky Sofa in Dark Brown Suede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Tecno, sofa, suede, dark stained wood, Italy, 1960s.
A substantial and sizable sofa produced by Italian furniture company Tecno. The bulky appearance is amplified by the upholstery...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Suede, Wood
Mad Men Black Leather Lounge Chair
Located in Dronten, NL
Very impressive and comfortable 1960s black leather lounge chair.
Aluminium swivel base and aluminum armrests upholstered in black leather.
The Eames lounge chair has a reputation fo...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
Armchair by Claude Brisson for Ligne Roset
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1990s. Seat and pillow reupholstered in sherpa boucle. Wooden arms with metal back. Canvas sling back.
Category
1990s French Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé
Fantastic Shabby Distressted Multicolored Maison Jansen Style Armchair
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Distressed. Upholstered. 38 1/2" h x 23" w x 24" d. Seat height 20".
Condition
Minor stains.
Dimensions
39 x 23 x 24 in
Category
1940s French Directoire Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of 1960s Armchairs in Oak, Leather and Canvas.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of 1960s armchairs in oak, leather and canvas.
Pair of Safari armchairs in oak, leather and canvas from the 1960s.
h: 77cm, w: 58cm, d: 61cm
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Oak
Vintage Leather Reclining Armchair and Stool by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in London, GB
A stylish and incredibly comfortable vintage leather reclining armchair and stool by De Sede. They were made in Switzerland, and date from around the 1960-70’s.
The quality is absol...
Category
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Carl Malmsten Lounge Chair with Original Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Malmsten for AB O.H. Sjögren, easy chair, fabric, mahogany, Tranås, Sweden, 1987
A wonderful chair that is very well designed by Carl Malmsten. This armchair is upholstered in ...
Category
1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Pair of Danish Modern Style Armchairs
Located in Denton, TX
Very comfortable curved back solid teak dining / armchairs in the style of Danish modern.
Category
Late 20th Century Thai Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Armchair designed by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, Cataluna
Armchair designed in 1966 by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, Italy. Metal frame Upholstered again with Güell Lamadrid fabric.
Excellent condition.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
French Midcentury Rope Cantilever Chairs by Audoux & Minet
Located in Oakland, CA
Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet, France 1940s. Cantilevered bentwood frame with woven sea grass rope in a grid pattern. Fantastic condition, frames have previously been restored. Sold ...
Category
1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Rope, Beech
Arne Norell, pair of 1960's Sirocco safari leather chairs
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Add a touch of mid-century sophistication to your space with this stunning pair of 1960's Siroccio safari leather chairs by Arne Norell. Crafted in Sweden, these iconic chairs are kn...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Ash
Pair of Carved Bases & Arms Striped Upholstery Fire Side Arm Lounge Chairs MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Carved Bases & Arms Striped Upholstery Fire Side Arm Lounge Chairs MINT! TOMLINSON
Category
20th Century Georgian Armchairs
Materials
Cotton, Polyester
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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