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Armchairs For Sale
19th Century French Arm Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century French armchair exemplifies refined craftsmanship and timeless design, showcasing the elegance of Louis XV or Rococo-inspired styles. The solid wood frame, likely w...
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of French Provincial Oak and Tapestry Wing back Armchairs
Located in Trensacq, FR
Charming pair of Provincial French wingback chairs. An unusual duo of oak-framed armchairs upholstered in a striking rose-themed floral tapestry. All original and thought to be a tot...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Armchairs
Materials
Tapestry, Oak
Aluminum and Leather 1966 Collection Lounge Chair by Richard Schultz for Knoll
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Dorchester, MA
From Richard Schultz's collection for Knoll known widely as the 1966 Collection, the clean lines of the 25L lounge chair emphasize its understated design. A slender rectilinear frame...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
1960s "896" Vico Magistretti Cassina Italian Design Armchair
Located in Brescia, IT
Ice white leatherette and wood legs
Rare model
Excellent condiction.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Rare Armchairs, Napoli, Italy, 1950s
Located in LEWES, GB
A rare pair of armchairs, Napoli, Italy, 1950s. Structurally sound, feather cushions, newly upholstered in a premium pure Alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Alpaca, Beech
Black Leather Armchair with Walnut Finish and Wraparound Back – Abra Collection
Located in Miami, FL
An Abra armchair by Uultis in black leather with walnut wood finish. *Please check availability prior to purchase*.
The Abra armchair, designed by Uulti...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Leather, Wood
Børge Mogensen Vintage Pair of Spanish Chairs Oak Leather, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Pair of vintage Spanish chairs with newly upholsterd vachetta leather- by Børge Mogensen, Denmark, Fredericia Stolefabrik, labelled, midcentury.
A pair of labelled Børge Mogensen's ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
French Louis XVI Style Armchair Carved Walnut with Caned Backrest
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A Louis XVI style cabriolet armchair of solid walnut finely carved with caned backrest, France, 1900-1910. The chair has been reupholstered in off-white 100% linen, original finish v...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Cane, Walnut
A Pair of Edwardian Bobbin Corner Chairs With Fabric Early 20th Century
Located in Sakskøbing, DK
Antique pair of oak bobbin corner chairs, England, circa 1900. Crafted from solid oak, these corner chairs feature turned bobbin legs and simple, traditional lines showcasing the tra...
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Early 19th Century British Edwardian Antique Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Limited Edition Salvador Dali Armchair, "Invisible Personage"
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Indulge in a rare opportunity to own a piece of art history with this Limited Edition Salvador Dali Armchair, featuring the artist's iconic "Invisible Personage" design. One of only ...
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2010s Spanish Modern Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Lacquer
Beige Armchair, Edmund Homa, GFM-142, 1960s, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful armchair GFM-142 type, designed by Edmund Homa. The armchair was made in the 1960s in the Gosciecinska furniture factory. It is made from solid beechwood. The GFM-142 armch...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
Fine Custom Upholstered Library Club Chairs In George Smith Style
By George Smith
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pair of fine custom upholstered Club Chairs in George Smith style. . Raised on front turned legs terminating in brass casters with squared back saber form back legs. Upholstered in...
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20th Century Hollywood Regency Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Ferguson Copeland Tortoise & Silver Leaf Upholstered Brighton Armchairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Ferguson Copeland Tortoise and Silver Leaf Upholstered Brighton Armchairs.
Feature a Bent Rattan frame with leather strap joints, brown pain...
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Late 20th Century American American Classical Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Paolo Buffa Mid-Century Modern Italian Armchair, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful armchair 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 it is in very ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
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...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Ib Kofod Larsen "Seal" Lounge Armchair, Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Teak
Located in Kramfors, SE
Scandinavian modern “Seal” armchair designed by Ib Kofod Larsen, Denmark. Made by OPE, Olof Persson Möbler, Jönköping Sweden. “Sälen”, as is the original...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Teak
Finn Juhl SW 96 Armchair in Teak, Oak and Cane, Søren Willadsen, Denmark, 1956
By Finn Juhl
Located in The Hague, NL
This very rare armchair was designed by Finn Juhl in 1954, designated as model SW 96. It was produced by the cabinetmaker Søren Willadsen in 1956 and manufactured in very limited qua...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wicker, Cane, Oak, Teak
Scandinavian Modern pair Bristol armchairs by Lindlöfs Mǒbler, Lammhult Sweden
Located in New York, NY
A pair of solid rosewood "Bristol" chairs with elegantly carved arms, a gentle curved backrest supported with spindles. The tapered leg braces are refined as well as functional. Mad...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Art Deco Style Velvet Armchair with Piping
By Munna Design Studio
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This armchair features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Midcentury Italian Design Armchair Orange Velvet Brass Iron Feet Gigi Radice
By Gigi Radice
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Midcentury Italian Design Armchair Orange Velvet Brass Iron Feet Gigi Radice.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
20th Century Art Nouveau Elmwood Armchair 1307 by Prag-Rudniker, AT ca. 1903
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Another design icon in our "rare chair" collection is this fantastic Vienesse secession armchair - Mod. 1307 (first edition!) designed by Wilhelm Sc...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Elm
'Tank chair' by Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1940s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Alvar Aalto 'Tank' armchair. Produced in Finland, 1940s.
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Birch
Modern Design Armchair, Custom Armchair, Loft Sofa
Located in İnegöl, TR
MODERN ARMCHAIR
Customizable: Available!
Production Time: 2-3 Weeks
We customize all of our furnitures (armchairs, dining tables, coffee tables, tv units, consoles etc..) in terms ...
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2010s Turkish Organic Modern Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
Black Leather Le Corbusier Chair LC1 by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Cassina
Located in Vilnius, LT
Vintage LC1 black leather chair designed by Le Corbusier circa 1928's and manufactured by Cassina in 1990's.
Engraved serial umber 54184, Le Corbusier signature and Cassina mark.
Ver...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
French Art Deco Oakwood Armchair by Charles Dudouyt
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
An armchair designed by Charles Dudouyt in the 1940s.
Foldable back.
The Art Deco design is exquisitely wonderful, and it blends in well with the vintage of the mid-century perio...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Striped Armchairs with Wooden Frame, Europe 20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
The 20th century was period when some of the most popular, and iconic design movements emerged. The Art Deco movement for instance, elevated the status of everyday objects through bo...
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Pair of wood and leather mid century armchairs
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Pair of wood and fabric mid century armchairs with original fabric
Category
1940s European Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Donald Deskey Attribution, Armchair, Chrome, Oil Cloth, USA, 1939
Located in High Point, NC
A matte-chrome plated steel and beige oil cloth armchair attributed to Donald Deskey, USA, c. 1939.
Seat height: 17.25”
All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request ...
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1930s American Machine Age Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Mario Bellini "Pianura" Armchair for Cassina, 1972
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Pianura" armchair for Cassina, argilla fabric and wood, Italy, 1972.
The “Pianura” living room set is a great expression of the minimalism and elegance of Mario Belli...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Antique Italian Hand Carved Walnut Renaissance Dragon & Knight Throne Chair 1880
Located in Portland, OR
A fine & remarkable carved walnut Renaissance Revival Italian Curule chair, carved with Dragons & Knights, circa 1880.
The chair having a very finely carved top crest with a pair of winged dragons with their claws resting on a shield draped with a carved chain with a dragons tooth, the dragons flank a knight's helmet, to each side are 'grotesques' carved as the head of monks.
The back having an upholstered head rest with stylized acanthus leaf carving with a carved mask to the center, the chair is upholstered in a high quality gold fabric with a scrolling leafy pattern. The curved arms terminate with carved dragon's claws resting on grotesque heads with ram's horns, the seat is of X-frame or Curule shape, the lower front of the seat having a carved knight's helmet flanked with a pair of halberds or battle axes.
The curved legs joined with a 'H' frame stretcher with rounded stretcher bars carved with acanthus leaves, the chair is raised on substantial carved paw feet.
Condition is excellent the chair is very sturdy & comfortable, the upholstery & fabric are in great condition, the chair exemplifies the carver's art & ability, this truly is a rare & spectacular carved antique Italian Renaissance Revival chair...
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1880s Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Baby Pink Velvet Armchairs, Designed by Edmund Homa, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful armchairs model GFM-142, designed by Edmund Homa. The armchairs was made in the 1960s in the Gosciecinska Furniture Factory. Frame is made from solid beechwood. The GFM-142 armchair is regarded one of the best polish armchair design from the previous age. The armchair have been thoroughly renovated. The tension belts have been changed, new upholstery foams - upholstery material has been used...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Chair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
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
Mario Papperzini Vintage Set of Four Outdoor Dining Chairs for John Salterini
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful set of four outdoor dining chairs designed by Mario Papperzini for John Salterini in the United States circa 1950’s. This set features four chairs made of hand-hammered iro...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Antique Italian Besarel Walnut Arm Chair Baroque Upholstered Mid-19th C Rare
By Valentino Panciera Besarel, Andrea Brustolon
Located in Tyler, TX
Stunning & rare Italian venetian highly carved walnut Baroque upholstered arm chair~~ Besarel~~mid-19th century
We recently had the good fortune to obtain this rare work of art~~an antique carved walnut arm chair...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Large-Scale Armchairs Upholstered in Antique Tapestry
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of large-scale armchairs upholstered in antique tapestry. 18th century walnut armchairs hand-carved circa 1730-1759 in os de mouton style. Upholstered in 17th century verdure ta...
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XIII Antique Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Antique French Vernis Martin Salon Open Armchair Druce & Co 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A superb French walnut Vernis Martin salon open armchair, Circa 1870 in date.
The shield shaped back painted with a scene of lovers in a garden, with rose decoration to the arms. With brass plaque for the renowned Victorian retailer Druce & Co., of London.
The seat has been reupholstered in sumptuous tan leather, by Moore & Giles, with individual brass studs.
The quality and attention to detail throughout is second to none.
Add a touch of unparalleled style to your home.
Condition:
In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned, waxed and reupholstered in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
height 104 x width 57 x depth 55
Dimensions in inches:
height 3 foot, 5 inches x width 1 foot, 10 inches x depth 1 foot, 10 inches
Druce & Co of 68 Baker Street, Portman Square, London, were established in the 1840's and were both cabinet makers and retailers of second-hand furniture. In the Marlebone Trade Directory of 1853, they described themselves as 'Furnishers,Upholsterers and Upholders for clients of discernment'.
Vernis Martin
is a lustrous lacquer substitute widely used in the 18th century to decorate furniture and such personal articles as brisé fans...
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1870s French Antique Armchairs
Materials
Walnut
A French Empire Mahogany Frame Cane Bergere Armchair With Rams Head Terminus
By François-Honoré-Georges Jacob-Desmalter
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A French Empire Georges Desmalter Mahogany Frame Cane Bergere Armchair With Rams Head Pediments With Square Tapering Legs & Hoof Feet.
François-Honoré-Georges Jacob-Desmalter (1770–...
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18th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Pair of Italian Savonarola Dante Curule Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
A rare, classic vintage pair of curule Savonarola chairs, originally meant for Roman magistrates, is made with now aged tooled and gilded leather backs and a new replacement seat in ...
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Early 1900s Italian Neoclassical Antique Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
French Empire Napoleonic Style Chairs in South African Zebra Hide
Located in Saint Louis, US
Here we have a pair of antique French Baroque chairs. These two chairs were fully restored and upholstered from the bone; they were given a comple...
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Armchairs
Materials
Zebra Hide, Wood
Mario Bellini Le Bambole Lounge Chair, Upholstered in Alpaca, B&B Italia, 1970s
Located in LEWES, GB
A beautiful large Mario Bellini Le Bambole lounge chair, newly upholstered in luxury pure Alpaca wool fabric, produced by B&B Italia, Italy in the 1970s. Marked on the underside. Fa...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Alpaca
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...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Antique Glastonbury Chair, English Oak, Gothic Revival Seat, Victorian, C.1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Glastonbury chair. An English, oak ecclesiastical armchair with Gothic overtones, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.
Appealing Glastonbury chair wit...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Armchairs
Materials
Oak
19th Century Spanish Colonial Leather Upholstered Armchair
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century Spanish Colonial Leather Upholstered Armchair
Beautiful handmade chair, nice carving and turned legs with new leather and large nail head trim
Category
19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Armchairs
Materials
Animal Skin, Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Blue Velvet Armchair by J. Halabala, Czech Republic, 1950s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Very original and classic armchair produced in Czech Republic by furniture designer J. Halabala. Made in the 1950s, the eye-catching Silhouette and comfortable design has an enduring...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Finn Juhl Egyptian Chair in Walnut Wood and Dark Red Leather
By Finn Juhl
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Finn Juhl in 1949, relaunched in 2014.
Manufactured by House of Finn Juhl in Denmark.
Design critics have described Finn Juhl’s Egyptian chair as a miraculous m...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Eight Pine Arm Chairs by Børge Mogensen for AB Karl Andersson & Söner Sweden
Located in Antwerp, BE
Eight pine and papercord ’Asserbo’ armchairs by Børge Mogensen for AB Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden. The paper cord seat is original. Børge Mogensen designed his furniture with the idea that it should stand the test of time. These chairs are in a good vintage condition and have a great warm patina on the wood.Price by set...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Papercord, Pine
Art Deco Pair Of French Chairs Model "Bridge"
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest that you read the whole description, as with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects.
We wo...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Antonio Citterio Esosoft Armchair Outdoor For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Antonio Citterio Esosoft Armchair Outdoor For Cassina
Based on an exoskeleton that supports a shell in hand-woven fibre, the armchair mingles the industrial dimension with the artis...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Frank Gehry for Knoll "Hat Trick" Armchair
By Knoll, Frank Gehry
Located in Skokie, IL
Frank Gehry for Knoll "Hat Trick" Armchair
The iconic "Hat Trick" chair was designed by Frank Gehry for Knoll International. Constructed of hard white maple veneers in 5cm wide, 1mm...
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1990s American Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Maple, Plywood
Abbracci Taupe Armchair by Lorenza Bozzoli
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
Designer Lorenza Bozzoli conceived this plush armchair as a clever actualization of hugs ("abbracci" in Italian), revealed by the embracing design of the backrest wrapped around the ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Very Rare Michel Dufet Art Deco Chair, France, 1940s
Located in LEWES, GB
A very rare and extraordinary Michel Dufet (Duffet) Art Deco Armchair, France, 1940s. Newly upholstered in premium pure Alpaca fabric with original sprung seat. Fast shipping world...
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Occasional Armchair Upholstered in Light Gray with Black Oak Finish, Laguna Line
Located in Miami, FL
A Laguna occasional chair designed by Aciole Félix for Uultis, with black wood finish, black and gold cane and light gray fabric. The Laguna oc...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pr. Vintage Saarinen for Knoll Executive Chairs c. 1960/70's
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in New York, NY
Pair of iconic Mid Century architectural design, from recognized master of the genre, Eero Saarinen. The Executive Arm Chair is considered to be one of the most important pieces to ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
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...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
Chairs Thonet 209, Pair of Cane and Black Bentwood , 1940s or 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
The chair after Thonet is from the 1950s
This is Le Corbusier's favourite chair and one of the favourite designs of architects and designers.
Unfortunately it has no label but it i...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood, Rattan
Pair of 1940s Chairs in lambskin, Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Pair of chairs from the 1940s new upholstered with lambskin.
Frame of stained beech.
Category
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Original LADY Armchair by Marco ZANUSO, Arflex Italy (burnt orange)
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, Berlin
An original 'LADY' lounge chair designed by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, Milano. The chair has been upholstered in fine English burnt orange velvet material. Brass legs. Seat height 36 c...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Zig Zag Outdoor Armchair by Studio63 in Stainless Steel
Located in Milan, IT
This magnificent armchair will make a refined statement on a terrace or porch, both in classic or modern decors. Designed by Studio63, the sophisticated silhouette in forged stainles...
Category
2010s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Steel
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.