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Wingback Chairs For Sale
Antique American Hepplewhite New England Wing Chair Tiger Maple Frame
Antique American Hepplewhite New England Wing Chair Tiger Maple Frame

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...

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Late 18th Century American Hepplewhite Antique Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair Antique French Louis XV Painted Wingback Armchairs ~ Bergeres
Pair Antique French Louis XV Painted Wingback Armchairs ~ Bergeres

Pair Antique French Louis XV Painted Wingback Armchairs ~ Bergeres

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair Antique French Louis XV Painted Wingback Armchairs ~ Bergeres feature graceful naturalistic lines, a beautifully patinaed, distressed painted finish, and linen upholstery for a soft, comfortable effect! The tailored lines of this pair combined with the weathered finish to make them a perfect choice for the casual decor, the country french decor...

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Wingback Chairs

Materials

Linen, Hardwood

Modern Wing Chair with Loose Seat Cushion
Modern Wing Chair with Loose Seat Cushion

Modern Wing Chair with Loose Seat Cushion

By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home

Located in Greenwich, CT

About this piece Cushion has high density foam and feather/down wrap. Fabric comes in blue, orange and brown and chair can also be done COM. Made to order. How we work Made to o...

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2010s American Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Linen, Maple

20th Century Pair of English Leather Wingback Armchairs, circa 1970
20th Century Pair of English Leather Wingback Armchairs, circa 1970

20th Century Pair of English Leather Wingback Armchairs, circa 1970

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A truly stunning example of English leather craftsmanship, these leather wingback armchairs have an exceptionally rare studded seating and headrest, with brass studs on the armrest. ...

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20th Century English Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Art Deco Wingback Club Chairs, France, circa 1940s
Pair of Art Deco Wingback Club Chairs, France, circa 1940s

Pair of Art Deco Wingback Club Chairs, France, circa 1940s

By Jean-Michel Frank

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Stunning and rare pair of wingback armchairs featuring bold lines. Upholstered in beige leather with an unusual, intrecciato design. The chairs have bulky, rounded armrests, and high...

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Down

Mid-Century Modern Inspired Italian Style ‘Marcello’ Lounge Chair
Mid-Century Modern Inspired Italian Style ‘Marcello’ Lounge Chair

Mid-Century Modern Inspired Italian Style ‘Marcello’ Lounge Chair

Located in London, GB

The high back lounge chair ‘Marcello’ was inspired by stylish Italian design from the 1950s and is now created by English craftsman for the 21st century. We developed a lounge chair ...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Pair of Danish Swivel Armchairs Leather Brown Leather attributed to Arne Norell
Pair of Danish Swivel Armchairs Leather Brown Leather attributed to Arne Norell

Pair of Danish Swivel Armchairs Leather Brown Leather attributed to Arne Norell

By Arne Norell

Located in Rochester, NY

His and hers pair of MCM brown leather armchairs. Gorgeous woven leather stitching. Tufted backs and arms. Chrome swivel base. Dimensions: (Largest chair) H 38" x W 30"x D 39". Sea...

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Bohemian Bend Bamboo Cane Oversized Wingback Lounge Chair Cross Stretchers Base
Bohemian Bend Bamboo Cane Oversized Wingback Lounge Chair Cross Stretchers Base

Bohemian Bend Bamboo Cane Oversized Wingback Lounge Chair Cross Stretchers Base

Located in Miami, FL

Just in Time for the Summer this Sculptural bend Bamboo, Cane and Reed high Wingback Lounge Chair with X Stretcher Base. All handmade and produced in the U.S.A. in the late 1970s. T...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Wicker, Reed

Art Nouveau Wing Chair Thonet Nr.6541, since 1904
Art Nouveau Wing Chair Thonet Nr.6541, since 1904

Art Nouveau Wing Chair Thonet Nr.6541, since 1904

By Michael Thonet

Located in Praha, CZ

A rare Wing chair was manufactured in Austria by the Gebrüder Thonet company. Completely newly restored. All using the original technology of the time. Wood polished using shellac po...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Belle Époque Wingback Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Moooi Hana Wingback Swivel Chair in The Menagerie of Extinct Animals Upholstery
Moooi Hana Wingback Swivel Chair in The Menagerie of Extinct Animals Upholstery

Moooi Hana Wingback Swivel Chair in The Menagerie of Extinct Animals Upholstery

By Moooi, Simone Bonanni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Create your own world in your safe space that is the Hana Armchair. Let the softness of the folds lure you in and when you step into that abundance of soft fabric, you’re stepping in...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair Mid Century Tall Sculptural Wing Back Swivel Chairs with New Upholstery
Pair Mid Century Tall Sculptural Wing Back Swivel Chairs with New Upholstery

Pair Mid Century Tall Sculptural Wing Back Swivel Chairs with New Upholstery

Located in Troy, MI

Found in Italy, this pair of circa 1960s tall, wing back chairs have an unusual sculptural shape. The chairs have a black iron star-shaped base and swivel a full 360 degrees. New tau...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Italian Wingback Chairs
Mid-Century Italian Wingback Chairs

Mid-Century Italian Wingback Chairs

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of Italian leather wing back chairs in the style of Poalo Buffa's design. Bright yellow leather fabric with curved lines and wood legs. Please confirm location NY or NJ

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Modern wingback chair upholstered with luxurious velvet fabric
Modern wingback chair upholstered with luxurious velvet fabric

Modern wingback chair upholstered with luxurious velvet fabric

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Tall glamorous wing back chair upholstered exclusively for THE TASTEMAKER SHOPPE. Very comfortable with a sexy curvaceous silhouette. If you’re looking for a comfy chair to fit in a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Pair Mid-Century Wingback Chairs Upholstered in a Parzinger-Inspired Fabric
Pair Mid-Century Wingback Chairs Upholstered in a Parzinger-Inspired Fabric

Pair Mid-Century Wingback Chairs Upholstered in a Parzinger-Inspired Fabric

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Here is a pair of slim-profile wingback chairs from the mid-century that have been refinished and meticulously reuholstered in a heavy-weight French linen printed fabric by Matt Murphy Studio...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Linen, Wood

18th Century Georgian Leather Wing Chair
18th Century Georgian Leather Wing Chair

18th Century Georgian Leather Wing Chair

Located in Dublin 8, IE

18th century Georgian tufted green leather wing chair without scrolled wings and arms above a loose cushion on squared legs joined by an H-str...

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Late 18th Century Irish George III Antique Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Antique Georgian Deconstructed Wingback Armchairs William Morris Arms
Pair of Antique Georgian Deconstructed Wingback Armchairs William Morris Arms

Pair of Antique Georgian Deconstructed Wingback Armchairs William Morris Arms

By William Morris (English)

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite pair of Deconstructed Antique Georgian circa 1820 Wingback armchairs with ornately carved cabriole legs and William Morris style fla...

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1820s English Georgian Antique Wingback Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

Søren Hansen Wingback Chair Lounge Chair
Søren Hansen Wingback Chair Lounge Chair

Søren Hansen Wingback Chair Lounge Chair

By Søren Hansen

Located in Vienna, AT

Teak frame wingback armchair designed in 1963 by Søren Hansen and produced by Fritz Hansen in Denmark. Model 4365. New upholstery.   

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood, Teak

A Very Fine Edwardian Wingback Armchair
A Very Fine Edwardian Wingback Armchair

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...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

French Caned Armchair
French Caned Armchair

French Caned Armchair

Located in Westwood, NJ

A French Louis XVI style whitewashed wingback armchair with cane back and sides. This beautiful chair has an ivory linen upholstered seat and back cushion. It is crafted from whitewa...

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Louis XVI Wingback Chairs

Materials

Linen, Cane, Wood

Vintage Coastal Palm Frond Wingback Chairs - a Pair
Vintage Coastal Palm Frond Wingback Chairs - a Pair

Vintage Coastal Palm Frond Wingback Chairs - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fabulous pair of vintage Coastal wingback chairs. A chic modified scale with a clean and modern look. Upholstered in a fabulous palm front jacquard. Acquired from a Palm Beach esta...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Grey Velvet Armchairs in the Style of Gio Ponti
Pair of Grey Velvet Armchairs in the Style of Gio Ponti

Pair of Grey Velvet Armchairs in the Style of Gio Ponti

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair of elegant armchairs from circa 1950s. Structure and legs made of stained wood, newly upholstered in two tones of grey velvet fabrics. Very comfortable seats.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

1960s Restored Wingback Chair, Czechoslovakia
1960s Restored Wingback Chair, Czechoslovakia

1960s Restored Wingback Chair, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- Carefully refurbished - Newly upholstered - Sturdy and stable - heigh of seat 42 cm

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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

A Fine Matched Pair of large mahogany Carved Wing Chairs Based on the St Giles H
A Fine Matched Pair of large mahogany Carved Wing Chairs Based on the St Giles H

A Fine Matched Pair of large mahogany Carved Wing Chairs Based on the St Giles H

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A Fine Matched Pair of large mahogany Carved Wing Chairs Based on the St Giles House Suite by William Vile, c.1900. These fine wing chairs, made c.1900, are of finely carved mahogan...

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Early 1900s English Antique Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Midcentury Armchair by Franz Schuster, Austria, 1950s
Midcentury Armchair by Franz Schuster, Austria, 1950s

Midcentury Armchair by Franz Schuster, Austria, 1950s

By Franz Schuster

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...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Antique Georgian Style Leather Wing Back Armchairs
Pair of Antique Georgian Style Leather Wing Back Armchairs

Pair of Antique Georgian Style Leather Wing Back Armchairs

Located in London, GB

A very impressive and extremely high quality pair of antique Georgian style leather wing back armchairs. They were made in England, and date from around the 1930’s. These are very g...

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1930s British Georgian Vintage Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

American Victorian Wicker Wing Chair
American Victorian Wicker Wing Chair

American Victorian Wicker Wing Chair

Located in Queens, NY

American Victorian natural wicker high square back wing chair with one magazine pocket arm

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20th Century American Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Upholstery

Pair of Mahogany Hollywood Regency Tufted Armchairs Attributed to Grosfeld House
Pair of Mahogany Hollywood Regency Tufted Armchairs Attributed to Grosfeld House

Pair of Mahogany Hollywood Regency Tufted Armchairs Attributed to Grosfeld House

By Grosfeld House

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pair of antique mahogany Hollywood Regency tufted armchairs attributed to Grosfeld House in the Dorothy Draper style. Chairs feature solid carved mahogany wood frames, scrolling arms...

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Barrel Back Wingchair, Chateau Blue
Georgian Barrel Back Wingchair, Chateau Blue

Georgian Barrel Back Wingchair, Chateau Blue

Located in Westwood, NJ

A wonderful George III style barrel back wingchair with top-grain Chateau blue colored leather, a tufted upholstery barrel backrest with winged sides, rolled arms and a padded seat. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Georgian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

18th Century Georgian Upholstered Wing Chair
18th Century Georgian Upholstered Wing Chair

18th Century Georgian Upholstered Wing Chair

Located in Long Island City, NY

With mahogany legs on casters.

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1790s Irish Antique Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery

Vintage Mahogany Wingback Chair With Carved Detailing
Vintage Mahogany Wingback Chair With Carved Detailing

Vintage Mahogany Wingback Chair With Carved Detailing

Located in Elkton, MD

Mahogany-framed wingback chair with carved crest, rolled arms, and brass nailhead trim. Upholstered in yellow and cream floral fabric. Tapered wooden legs.

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Frits Henningsen Style Vintage Leather Wingback Chair
Frits Henningsen Style Vintage Leather Wingback Chair

Frits Henningsen Style Vintage Leather Wingback Chair

By Frits Henningsen

Located in Coronado, CA

A large, vintage, wingback chair in the manner of Frits Henningsen, featuring a high curved back, pointed arms, button tufting, and tall curved legs with carved detail. This unique, ...

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1980s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Comfortable wingback chair in English style made of cowhide leather
Comfortable wingback chair in English style made of cowhide leather

Comfortable wingback chair in English style made of cowhide leather

Located in Harderwijk, NL

This cowhide leather wingback chair is a timeless eye-catcher that, in our opinion, should not be missing from any interior. Thanks to its colours and sleek finish with matching pipi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Classical Roman Wingback Chairs

Materials

Cowhide, Leather

Rustic Colonial Style High Wingback Fireside Chair Oak Frame Gold Stripe Fabric
Rustic Colonial Style High Wingback Fireside Chair Oak Frame Gold Stripe Fabric

Rustic Colonial Style High Wingback Fireside Chair Oak Frame Gold Stripe Fabric

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome vintage Colonial style high wingback or fireside chair composed of an oak frame with turned legs, a loose wool fiber filled seat cushion with button detail, upholstered in a...

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Mid-20th Century American Colonial Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Otto Schulz 1940s Sheepskin Swedish Wing Chair
Otto Schulz 1940s Sheepskin Swedish Wing Chair

Otto Schulz 1940s Sheepskin Swedish Wing Chair

By Otto Schulz

Located in London, England

Otto Schulz Wing chair, c1940s An imposing and impressive wing chair from Swedish master designer Otto Schulz, produced by hiss own company Boet in Gothenburg Sweden in the 1940s....

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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Elm

Georgian Wingback Armchair, Mahogany Frame, Gold Brocade, Circa 1800
Georgian Wingback Armchair, Mahogany Frame, Gold Brocade, Circa 1800

Georgian Wingback Armchair, Mahogany Frame, Gold Brocade, Circa 1800

Located in Basildon, GB

A Georgian mahogany framed wingback armchair upholstered in gold brocade on square tapering legs.

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Early 1800s British Georgian Antique Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

A fine 19th c  English  walnut wingchair. Eagles heads with ball & claw feet
A fine 19th c  English  walnut wingchair. Eagles heads with ball & claw feet

A fine 19th c English walnut wingchair. Eagles heads with ball & claw feet

Located in Dallas, TX

A fine 19th century English carved walnut wingchair. Hand carved with eagles heads and ball and claw feet .

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Late 19th Century English Chippendale Antique Wingback Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Beautiful and Comfortable Sheepskin Wingback Armchair with a Wonderful Patina
Beautiful and Comfortable Sheepskin Wingback Armchair with a Wonderful Patina

Beautiful and Comfortable Sheepskin Wingback Armchair with a Wonderful Patina

Located in Harderwijk, NL

This beautiful wingback armchair is made of sheepskin and has a warm appearance due to its lovely colors. It can be easily placed in both classic and modern interiors and is very com...

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20th Century Dutch Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin

Chippendale Style Mahogany Wing Chair w/ Carved Ball & Claw Legs Brass Nail Trim
Chippendale Style Mahogany Wing Chair w/ Carved Ball & Claw Legs Brass Nail Trim

Chippendale Style Mahogany Wing Chair w/ Carved Ball & Claw Legs Brass Nail Trim

Located in North Salem, NY

Make a quality statement with this New Important Wood & Hogan Chippendale style mahogany wing chair with its high back and hand carved ball & claw front legs. Covered in a handsome s...

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Early 18th Century Chippendale Antique Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Maple, Suede, Jute, Cotton, Upholstery

Louis XV Style Early 20th Century Wingback Chair
Louis XV Style Early 20th Century Wingback Chair

Louis XV Style Early 20th Century Wingback Chair

Located in Vienna, AT

Carved walnut frame cushioned seat and upholstered in gold or beige damask.

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1950s French Louis XV Vintage Wingback Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Iconic Papa Bear Wingback Chair by Hans Wegner, 1951
Iconic Papa Bear Wingback Chair by Hans Wegner, 1951

Iconic Papa Bear Wingback Chair by Hans Wegner, 1951

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Kensington, MD

Iconic Papa Bear Wingback Chair by Hans Wegner, 1951 Additional information: Material: Upholstery, Oak, Teak We are pleased to offer this true icon of Danish design, the incredibly ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak, Teak

Biedermeier Wingback Armchair, South German, 1840
Biedermeier Wingback Armchair, South German, 1840

Biedermeier Wingback Armchair, South German, 1840

Located in Belmont, MA

This stunning Biedermeier wingback armchair, crafted in South Germany around 1860, is a timeless example of 19th-century design. Made from beautifully grained yew wood, the chair sho...

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1840s German Biedermeier Antique Wingback Chairs

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Yew

Late 19th C. Louis XV Style Painted Fauteuil à Oreilles — Iris Apfel Collection
Late 19th C. Louis XV Style Painted Fauteuil à Oreilles — Iris Apfel Collection

Late 19th C. Louis XV Style Painted Fauteuil à Oreilles — Iris Apfel Collection

By Maison Krieger

Located in Morristown, NJ

France, late 19th to early 20th century Likely by a Parisian atelier in the manner of Maison Jansen or Maison Krieger Dimensions: 41.5″ H × 32.25″ W × 25″ D A handsome French Louis...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Damask, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Danish Modern Lounge Chair in Oak & Traditional Danish Olmerdug Wool, 1950s
Danish Modern Lounge Chair in Oak & Traditional Danish Olmerdug Wool, 1950s

Danish Modern Lounge Chair in Oak & Traditional Danish Olmerdug Wool, 1950s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Odense, DK

Wonderful large Danish Modern lounge chair hand made by a cabinetmaker in Denmark in the 1950s. Great dramatic angles and proportions with carved wooden armrests and legs made of sol...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Bohemian Vintage Handcrafted Beige Bamboo Split Reed Caning Rattan Peacock Chair
Bohemian Vintage Handcrafted Beige Bamboo Split Reed Caning Rattan Peacock Chair

Bohemian Vintage Handcrafted Beige Bamboo Split Reed Caning Rattan Peacock Chair

Located in Miami, FL

Stunning Boho Chic handwoven vintage Beige Wingback peacock chair from the 1970s. Made out of Bamboo Wicker, Rattan and split reed handmade and handwoven seat. Gold Foil Label at the...

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1970s Philippine Anglo-Indian Vintage Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Reed, Bamboo

Large 19thC English Olive Leather & Mahogany Wingback Armchair
Large 19thC English Olive Leather & Mahogany Wingback Armchair

Large 19thC English Olive Leather & Mahogany Wingback Armchair

Located in Staffordshire, GB

Circa 1880 Large 19thC English olive leather & mahogany wingback armchair Measures: W 83 x D 96 x H 118cm Seat height 49 cm.   

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1880s Antique Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

English Mahogany Leather Wing Back Chair With Acanthus Ball & Claw Feet. C .1840
English Mahogany Leather Wing Back Chair With Acanthus Ball & Claw Feet. C .1840

English Mahogany Leather Wing Back Chair With Acanthus Ball & Claw Feet. C .1840

Located in Charleston, SC

English mahogany leather wing back chair with acanthus carved skirt, knee, and terminating on ball and claw feet. Mid 19th Century

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1840s English William IV Antique Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Italian Wingback Chair
Midcentury Italian Wingback Chair

Midcentury Italian Wingback Chair

Located in Vienna, AT

Wingback armchair, wood frame with an original upholstery with a red fabric. New upholstery on request possible.

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1950s Italian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Mid-20th Century Pair of Wingback Armchairs, attr. to Paolo Buffa, Italy
Mid-20th Century Pair of Wingback Armchairs, attr. to Paolo Buffa, Italy

Mid-20th Century Pair of Wingback Armchairs, attr. to Paolo Buffa, Italy

Located in New York, NY

Pair of armchairs on polished wooden frames and cushioned seats with high wingbacks and upholstered armrests. The armchairs have been reupholstered and covered with a white bouclé fa...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1940s Italianate Mahogany and Sage Linen Upholstery Wing Chair
1940s Italianate Mahogany and Sage Linen Upholstery Wing Chair

1940s Italianate Mahogany and Sage Linen Upholstery Wing Chair

Located in Chicago, IL

Inspired design with Italian flair, this fully restored sculptural wing chair has exposed and carved mahogany elements with saber back legs, flu...

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1940s American Vintage Wingback Chairs

Materials

Linen, Mahogany, Upholstery

FRENCH LADY & THE UNICORN WiNGBACK ARMCHAIR & FOOTSTOOL EMBROIDERED TAPESTRY
FRENCH LADY & THE UNICORN WiNGBACK ARMCHAIR & FOOTSTOOL EMBROIDERED TAPESTRY

FRENCH LADY & THE UNICORN WiNGBACK ARMCHAIR & FOOTSTOOL EMBROIDERED TAPESTRY

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super Decorative French Louis XVI Style carved frame armchair and footstool upholstered with The Lady &...

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20th Century French Louis XVI Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Antique, New and Vintage Wingback Chairs

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.