George III Mahogany Wing Back Chair
Located in Essex, MA
Typical form with arched back. Winged sides and arms. Loose cushion seat and cabriole legs and pad feet. Used striped fabric.
1750s English George III Antique Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
George III Mahogany Wing Back Chair
Located in Essex, MA
Typical form with arched back. Winged sides and arms. Loose cushion seat and cabriole legs and pad feet. Used striped fabric.
Mahogany
Orkney Island Scottish Oak Wingback Chair with Two Drawers, Vintage
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage Scottish Orkney Island oak wingback chair with hand woven straw back, scrolling knuckles on the arms and two drawers in the lower section. A capti...
Straw, Oak
$12,950Sale Price|29% Off
In Manner of Andrea Brustolon Venetian 19th Century Carved Walnut Figural Throne
By Andrea Brustolon, Valentino Besarel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine Italian 19th century Baroque style carved walnut figural throne armchair, attributed to Valentino Panciera Besarel (Venice, 1829-1902) in the manner of Andrea Brustolon...
Fabric, Walnut
Danish Lounge Chair in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, fabric, teak, Denmark, 1960s Sculptural egg-shaped lounge chair made in Denmark in the 1960s. This wingback chair is a wonderful example of Scandinavian design, featur...
Fabric, Teak
Vintage Tufted Leather Wingback Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional vintage wingback chair is a distinguished marriage of French Provincial elegance and classic library comfort. Upholstered in a rich, supple oxblood leather, the piec...
Brass
French Louis XVI Style Carved and Painted Wood Marquise Wingback Armchair
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style painted and carved wood marquise wingback chair from the 20th century, with new upholstery. Created in France during the 20th century, this marquise chair fe...
Upholstery, Wood
Fritz Hansen Model 1582 Wingback Lounge Chair Danish Mid-Century
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool low swung wing back lounge chair made by Fritz Hansen in Copenhagen, Denmark as model 1582. The wooden armrests and legs are made of varnished oak wood showing great grain ...
Wool, Oak
Italian Wingback Chair in original condition, Produced by I.S.A. Bergamo, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo, Gio Ponti
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Mustard-yellow ISA Bergamo armchair, presumably designed by Gio Ponti, in original condition.
Wood, Fabric
$2,200 / set
Pair of Vintage Wingback Armchairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage wingback armchairs with beautiful wood carved claw foot legs. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Fabric
George II Mahogany Wing Chair
Located in Essex, MA
A fine chair with beautiful needlepoint. Wing back and scrolled arms. Loose cushion seat with cabriole legs with shell carved knees and pad feet.
Mahogany
Accent Wing Chairs in Pierre Frey Les Soleil Pour Temoin, a Pair
Located in Hudson, NY
A pair of luscious fireside accent wing chairs. Diamond tufted rounded backs and rounded arms all newly upholstered in the fabulous Le Soleil Pour Temoin by Pierre Frey. "Le soleil...
Fabric, Wood
$1,436Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Robert Allen Chippendale Wingback Armchair French Country Farmhouse
By Robert Allen
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Cotton
Vintage Sheepskin Leather Wingback Chair, Hand-Crafted, 20th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this wonderful, characterful vintage sheepskin leather wingback armchair with a beautiful patina. This stunning sheepskin leather wingback chair is the perfect addition for ...
Leather, Sheepskin
Reclining Wing Chair by Henry W. Klein for Bramin, Denmark
By Bramin Mobler, Henry Walter Klein
Located in Barcelona, ES
Reclining wing chair designed in 1950's by Henry Walter Klein for Bramin Møbler, Denmark. Teak base with tilt mechanism and new Kvadrat fabric upholstery and foam. The chair can be t...
Metal
Comfortable Vintage English-Style Sheepskin Leather Wingback Armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Who could possibly resist such a beautifully warm-colored sheepskin leather wingback armchair? We certainly can't! This fantastic vintage wingback chair boasts timeless English charm...
Leather, Sheepskin
Mid-Century Wingback Armchair by Ib Kofod Larsen
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century wingback armchair designed by Ib Kofod Larsen, circa 1950s, Denmark. This lounge is absolutely stunning with massive sculptural appeal. The frame steals the show, made fr...
Fabric, Velvet, Foam, Wood, Teak
Pair of Country French Provincial Wingback Bergère Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A charming pair of tall wingback bergère armchairs in the Country French Provincial Louis XV style. The large beech wood frames have an intentionally weathered, pickled lacquer finis...
Brass
Heals of London Attri. a Tall Arts & Crafts Oak Wing Back or Porter's Armchair
By Heal's
Located in London, GB
Heals of London attributed. An Arts & Crafts oak high back wing back or Porter's armchair with shaped cornice and shaped elongated wings to the sides to keep the draughts away from the porter.
Oak
Large Vintage English-Style Sheepskin Leather Wingback Armchair
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This fantastic sheepskin leather wingback armchair is the perfect addition for lovers of English-style furniture. Its warm cognac color exudes ...
Leather, Sheepskin
19th Century Georgian Wing Chair
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th Century Georgian wing chair, with carved eagle heads on legs.
Wood
Midcentury Scandinavian Arne Norell High Back Lounge Chair in Worn Tan Leather
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Super stylish and equally comfortable high back lounge chair designed by Swedish design icon, Arne Norell, circa 1970. Perfect for spending hours curled up reading a book or listenin...
Leather, Beech
FINE PAIR OF CHESTERFIELD CHESTNUT BROWN LEATHER WINGBACK ARMCHAIRS & FOOTSTOOLs
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite pair of fully restored Wingback armchairs with matching footstools in Chestnut Br...
Leather
Antique American Hepplewhite New England Wing Chair Tiger Maple Frame
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exceptional antique American Hepplewhite New England wing chair epitomizes the elegance and craftsmanship of late 18th to early 19th century colonial design. Crafted with a solid tiger maple frame...
Brass
Large Wing Back Lounge Chair Designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Denmark
Located in Antwerp, BE
Comfortable walnut wing back chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1954, produced by Carlo Ghan Denmark. Original black leather upholstery with a loose cushion and a comfortable cushion...
Leather, Walnut
Exceptional Danish Cabinetmaker Barrel Back Armchair in Floral Damask, 1920s
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptional wingback chair was designed and produced by a master cabinetmaker in Denmark in the 1920s. Its design offers an intriguing combination of the antique English barrel ...
Fabric, Damask, Upholstery, Birch
Paolo Buffa, Pair of Reclining Wingback Armchairs, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Distinctive pair of Italian wingback armchairs from the 1940s, combining sculptural elegance with refined craftsmanship. The high, gently curved backs feature exaggerated “ears” that...
Wood
Important Ottorino Aloisio Wingback Chair in Green Mohair, Colli, Italy, 1957
By Colli Torino
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptional wingback chair was designed by Ottorino Aloisio in 1957. The chair was manufactured by the Turin workshop of Pier Luigi Colli. The ...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut, Mohair, Silk, Velvet
Midcentury Pair of Armchairs in Walnut by Paolo Buffa for Framar Made in Italy
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Pair of wingback armchairs by Paolo Buffa with a wood frame in walnut and reupholstered in Italian blue wool. Paolo Buffa is an Italian designer and architect. He is one of the most...
Wool, Walnut
Wingback in BDDW Velvet, England circa 1890
Located in Culver City, CA
Wingback in BDDW Velvet England, 1890 Wingback armchair with mahogany legs, newly upholstered in BDDW patterned velvet. 33”w x 27”d x 43”h x 16”seat Ref. CHAIR1387 $ 8,600
Velvet
Pair of Ralph Lauren Style Leather Writer's Chairs + Ottomans
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A handsome tailored four-piece seating group consisting of a pair of large tufted leather wingback writer's chairs and a pair of matching ottomans made in the style and manner of Ral...
Brass
Hand-Crafted Sheepskin Leather Wingback Chair in Good Condition
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this comfortable sheepskin leather wingback armchair with a beautiful warm colour palette and refined stitching on the sides. This luxurious wingback chair, crafted from she...
Leather, Sheepskin
Cowhide Leather Wingback Armchair, Hand-Crafted, Classical Roman Style
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this classic and unique leather wingback armchair, beautifully finished with decorative studs and fine detailing. Thanks to its timeless yet elegant design, this fant...
Cowhide, Leather
Wing Back Style Chair in an Aqua Color Fabric, 21st Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Wing Back Style Chair in an Aqua Color Fabric, 21st Century
Fabric
Tall Slim Frits Henningsen Style Highback Lounge Chair with Oak, Denmark 1950's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very unique wingback lounge chair with buttoned backrest made in Denmark around 1950. Beautiful harmonious proportions with a slim and tall silhouette and somewhat angular lines in t...
Wool, Oak
Antique Art Deco French bergère armchair in original green velvet
Located in Milano, IT
This imposing French bergère armchair from around 1900 is a distinguished example of Art Nouveau seating, combining sculptural presence, enveloping comfort, and exceptional decorativ...
Velvet, Wood
Midcentury Armchair by Franz Schuster, Austria, 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
Midcentury Armchair by Franz Schuster, Austria, 1950s. This Austrian armchair is executed in beechwood and designed by Franz Schuster and created in the 1950s, Austria. The typica...
Beech
1970s Wicker and Bamboo Armchair with Adjustable Backrest and Footrest
Located in Marbella, ES
Sillón de mimbre y bambu de los años 1970, con respaldo regulable y apoyapies.
Bamboo, Wicker
Late 20th-C. English Chippendale Style Custom Wingback Chair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a Chinese chippendale style wingback chair with scalloped nailhead trim. The fabric feels like a cotton or cotton linen blend, and it is in a saffron damask. The Chippendale ...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Fine English Leather Wing Armchair
Located in London, GB
This fine quality and very handsome handmade English leather wing armchair features a ball and claw leg in the 18th century style. It has a butto...
Leather, Hardwood
$1,836Sale Price / set|20% Off
Chippendale Wingback Chairs Pair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Mahogany, Cotton
Pair of Vintage Wingback Chairs, Mid 20th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Pair of Vintage Wingback Chairs, Mid 20th Century. Upholstered in a plaid fabric
Mahogany
Pair of Midcentury Style Leather Butterfly Wingback Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Beautifully weathered pair of leather butterfly wingback chairs made in the mid-century modern style by Williams-Sonoma. Hand-crafted in the USA fea...
Brass
Mid-20th Century Chippendale Wingback Chairs in Walnut & Damask
By Kindel Furniture, Dunbar Furniture, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
Unique Chippendale style pair of chairs with lovely small scale silhouettes, curved stretchers in golden butter Damask upholstery. We love the Georgian design elements in the curved ...
Damask, Walnut
Large Chippendale Wingback Chair
Located in East Hampton, NY
Large late 18th century American Chippendale wingback chair. Newly upholstered in wool check.
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
Century Furniture Leather Wingback Club Chair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you and give us your zip code, we can sometimes ship it for less and get it to you faster. For a shipping quote, click on "ASK THE SELLER" under the purchase button and provide your zip code. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Fantabulous Century Furniture Leather & Suede Wingback Club Chair...
Leather, Mahogany, Suede
PAIR OF RESTORED ANTiQUE WILLIAM MORRIS FOREST CLAW & BALL WINGBACK ARMCHAIRS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of fully restored early Victorian circa 1840 William Morris Wingback armchairs with hand ...
Upholstery, Walnut
Dunbar Wingback Chairs Designed by Edward Wormley in a Custom Cartier Textile
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of early and important wing back chairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Professionally restored with new foam, new springs, down-filled seat cushions and upholstered in a...
Mahogany
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Quilted Black Leather Wing Chair, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This rare, modernist wing chair was manufactured in Denmark during the 1960s. Upholstered in thick, natural leather in a deep shade of black, with a distinct patina and a beautiful n...
Leather, Wood
Extraordinary Pair of French Louis XVI Giltwood Wingback Armchairs or Bergeres
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant pair of French Louis XVI gold and off white giltwood wingback armchairs or bergere chairs from the 19th Century, both with high end new upholstery. The framework with arched ...
Upholstery, Walnut
$2,881Sale Price|82% Off
18thC Walnut period Wing Armchair reupholstered, English George 1st Ca 1720
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very fine quality English, walnut, wing arm chair from the early years of the 18th century, George the first period, circa 1720. Chairs from this very early Georgian perio...
Upholstery, Walnut
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Boucle Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one...
Fabric, Bouclé, Teak
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Boucle Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one...
Fabric, Wool, Oak
Wingback armchair sheep leather
Located in MILL, NL
Fantastic sheep leather wingback armchair by Lounge Atelier. Wonderful seating comfort. Incredibly beautiful patina and color. Condition is very good.
Sheepskin
Vintage Tufted Leather Chesterfield Wingback Lounge Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Chesterfield style wingback fireside chairs, club chairs, or lounge chairs USA, Late 20th Century Tufted leather, on rolling castors. Measures: 38"W x 40"D x 40...
Leather
PAIR OF ORNATE ANTIQUE ITALIAN CAROLEAN / WILLIAM MORRIS WINGBACK ARMCHAIRs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of antique Italian / Carolean throne armchairs with ornately carved bases and William Morri...
Upholstery, Hardwood
A Very Fine Edwardian Wingback Armchair
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine Edwardian wingback armchair. This fabulous piece is of exceptional quality with a beautifully shaped wing back raised over outscrolling arms and is newly upholstered thr...
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage British Colonial Style Faux Tortoise Caned Wingback
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive mid century British colonial style high back chair handcrafted with a faux tortoise wood frame, double caned sides and back, upholstered seat and chic rolled feet. Signed ...
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
1940s French Children’s Wingback Chairs In Cat & Birdcage Toile / Chintz - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
These are so adorable! It is a pair of French children’s wingback chairs that have been completely re-done. They have down cushions and rest on brass castors. The fabric is a polishe...
Brass
Vladimir Kagan Juno Wingback Recliner in Soft Cocoa Brown Bouclé
By Vladimir Kagan, Room and Board
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Stately Post Modern Vladimir Kagan Wingback reclining chair made by American Leather professionally reupholstered in super soft and richly textured Cocoa bouclé. New cushioning and l...
Bouclé, Upholstery
Austrian Biedermeier Swivel Armchair of Unusual Form, circa 1830
Located in Kinderhook, NY
An unusual circa 1830 Austrian Biedermeier fauteuil de bureau or Schreibtischstuhl (desk chair) of large scale and bergère à oreilles (wingback) for...
Upholstery, Walnut
They may not offer structural support, but the wings on antique and vintage wingback chairs certainly do have a purpose or did, when the design was first conceived in England in the 1600s.
Back then, the armchair protrusions were meant to protect the sitter from drafts and from the strong heat radiating from the large fireplaces that were popular at the time. This explains why the wingback is so strongly associated with cozying up by the fireplace.
Although the functional aspect of a wingback may be obsolete in the 21st century, the chairs have maintained their popularity over the years and have seen waves of revivals, from mid-century modern spinoffs to playful contemporary adaptations (like the Bear chair by Pierre Yovanovitch, wherein the place of wings are furry ears — a cheeky send-up of Hans Wegner’s iconic mid-century Papa Bear chair).
Shop the most innovative versions of wingback chairs today on 1stDibs.
The curvaceous Egg was designed to cradle the body and offer privacy. Later, it became the seat of choice for bosses in movies, too.
We take a fresh look at a more than 300-year-old fixture in furniture design.