1950s Wingback Chairs

Very cool low swung Danish wingback lounge chair by Soren Willadsen. Great dramatic angles and proportions with carved wooden armrests and legs made of varnished oak wood showing gre...

Sublime lounge chair from Danish midcentury era very similar to the iconic model "Pragh" designed by Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell in the early 1950s for their own company Madsen and ...

Very stylish Danish wingback lounge chair from circa 1950. We love the organic slim profile of the design reminiscent of the styles that were to emerge in the Danish midcentury late...

A rare and iconic lounge chair designed by Gio Ponti. Produced by Cassina, Meda, Italy, c. 1956. This chair is sold with a certificate of authenticity from the Gio Ponti Archives. ...

Available right now we have this absolutely gorgeous Paul McCobb for Directional, model 314 wingback lounge chair. This lounge chair is stunning-- very large in scale, and clad in fine cotton velvet that has a slight sheen. This gorgeous wingback was designed in the 1950's by Paul McCobb for Directional furniture, which is known for its high quality manufacturing. Many famed designers such as Milo Baughman, Paul Evans and even Vladimir Kagan have designed for Directional furniture, as it's truly a furniture dynasty producer of legacy furniture...

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...

An exceptional and authentic mid-century masterpiece, this original Hans J. Wegner “Papa Bear” chair with its corresponding ottoman—both produced in the 1950s by A.P. Stolen—embodies...

Wonderful and large Danish Modern wingback chair hand made by a cabinetmaker in Denmark in the 1950s. Great dramatic angles and proportion...

Awesome armchairs. New upholstery in white Boucle. We have a second identical chair here on the platform.

It's just beautiful and easy to reupholster in a fabric of your choice. (just fabric - as upholstery is PERFECT) Set of sofa and two wingback armchairs. Designed by Prof. Karl Nothelfer in 1957. Maker: Schörle & Gölz in Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt. Solid cherry wood. New upholstery and fabrics in 1998, according to the last owner. Since then, it has only been used for two years, so the upholstery is in perfect condition! The seat rests can be removed and fixed by clips on the belts. High class. Measurements: Easy chair: 70 cm wide. Sofa: 178 cm wide. Both have a seating height of 40 cm and a seating depth of 57 cm. Condition: all firm and in very good condition with no damage. The furniture has been fully and accurately cleaned. Three steps: A: air pistol, B: industrial hoover, C: the latest Kärcher "wash & hoover" technology. The woods have been polished several times. Note: please ask for a shipping quote by sending us your postcode/destination. Prof. Karl Nothelfer * 14 June 1900 – 20 May 1980 Since the beginning of the 15th century, the Nothelfer family of carpenters has lived continuously in the former town of Überlingen. Every carpenter at that time mastered all aspects of woodworking, and the Nothelfers were no exception. They could even carve altars and figures and adorn them with gold, silver and paint. (Churches in Owingen and Hödingen). Some family members lived and worked in Hedingen or Hödingen, as the jubilarian Karl Nothelfer did in 1975. However, his father, Karl Anton Nothelfer, was the eldest of seven siblings and was therefore able to take over his father's carpentry business in Überlingen. However, Karl Anton Nothelfer was unable to take over his father's carpentry business in Überlingen. Instead, he moved to the industrial town of Singen with his young wife, Rosalie Hanner, and founded his own carpentry workshop. Hohenzollern in 1896, and he moved to the former Poststraße, where he founded his own carpentry workshop. He had a high sense of quality and form, and was a member of the German Werkbund before 1914. Karl Nothelfer and his three siblings grew up in such an environment. After attending primary and secondary school in Singen, Karl learnt the carpenter's trade in his father's workshop, before moving on to the Badische Landes-Kunstschule in Karlsruhe. , where he studied architecture. The well-known furniture professor also worked there at that time: Fritz Spannagel (born Freiburg, 1891; settled Ittendorf Castle near Meersburg in 1938; died 1957). burg (died 1957). In 1928, the gifted young architect received a teaching assignment at the Karlsruhe School of Art, but he followed his teacher Spannagel to Berlin in the same year. Berlin. He worked there as a teacher from 1928 to 1945, becoming a professor in 1931. Berlin Tischler-Schule, later known as the Bauschule für Raumgestaltung. The furniture he created in Berlin gained international recognition through numerous exhibitions and lectures. He became nationally known and influential. His furniture designs ushered in a new era of German and European furniture design. European furniture design. At the World Exhibition in Paris in 1937, Prof. Nothelfer was awarded the Golden Medal for his work in the furniture sector. For his work in the furniture sector. The first summary and evaluation of his furniture designs is presented in his seminal work, Das Sitzmöbel, published in 1942, was the first compendium of its kind in the world. world. In 1950, he published his second book, Furniture. Both books and a series of brochures were published by Verlag Otto Maier in Ravensburg. Karl Nothelfer continued to work intensively on seating furniture design in the years after 1945. In 1950, he made the important invention of the two-legged skid-base chair, which has since become widely accepted. Even the most distinguished American furniture companies, such as Miller and Knoll International, , use the skid as the main design feature of desks and chairs. At the same time, N. was pioneering in redesigning German school furniture and seating for industry. He succeeded in adapting his furniture designs, which originated in woodworking and craftsmanship, to modern technical possibilities of the industry. He thus became a leading figure in the redesign of schoolroom furnishings. The architect Nothelfer reflects on his own work, that his main contribution was in the field of seating furniture, although this was not really his profession. After the war, Prof. Nothelfer, like so many others, had to start again from scratch. He settled in his hometown of Hödingen on Lake Constance in 1945, working as a freelance architect. involved in all areas of construction in the years after the war. As early as 1935, he had designed many examples of American prefabricated buildings and recommended serial housing, This was at a time when no one in Germany was even thinking about mass production. He developed Several types of mass-produced houses were manufactured in Baiersbronn. More than 800 of these houses were built in France (types Paris, Provence and Normandie). In 1946, as part of the reparations in Strasbourg, there was an exhibition of houses featuring Swedish, Danish and French designs. These included Swedish, Danish, Finnish, English and German houses, and the French occupation For this exhibition, six different types were sent from the French occupation zone. Nothelfer's house design was considered the best in the exhibition. Karl Nothelfer was also involved in developing chipboard. In 1946, he founded the first magazine, Bauen und Wohnen (Building and Living), after the war, and remained its co-editor for many years. By presenting his own work, he interpreted what the magazine's essence was. interpreted the essence of what the magazine wanted to be. Building in order to live in it and live humanely in the built environment. Karl Nothelfer designed his houses The furniture and ground plans were designed with the need for living in mind. In 1948, he was appointed Honorary Senator of the State of Building School in Holzminden. Karl Nothelfer did not build much in Singen. The first post-war house was Haus Fahr on the slope of the Hohentwiel (Domäne), for which the building materials were sourced from a demolished log cabin that a French officer had built for himself on the Schienerberg. nerberg. In 1952, he also constructed the administrative building for the aluminium rolling mill in Singen. This building featured reliefs and wall paintings by C. G. Becker. In Überlingen, he built Among others, he built the Buchinger Sanatorium and the Riese+Hähnel radio house. various reconstructions in the old town, including Haus Kitt with the Glockenspiel. Haus Kitt with the Glockenspiel, the Haus mit dem Bacchus in Überlingen village and the Dolphin Fountain in Hödingen (1975). Probably the most beautiful The Haus Nothelfers, also known as the Haus Himmelheber, is located in Baiersbronn-Tonbach. On the airfield In Mengen, Nothhelfer built the casino with the 30-square-metre faience painting 'Ikarus' by C. G. Becker. In 1954, he established a second office in Düsseldorf with the architect Hans Schwingen. This office primarily focused on housing construction, true to the motto: from the inside out. planning from the outside'. The Minister of Housing awarded a prize for the best social housing project in North Rhine-Westphalia, and it came from the Nothelfer+Schwingen studio in Düsseldorf. The idea of Nothelfer+Schwingen also promoted the new idea of home ownership. To celebrate the anniversary of the condominium ownership law, In 1961, Nothelfer gave a lecture in Essen on condominium ownership in Europe, which was published as a brochure. From Düsseldorf, among many others, in the silk city...

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...

Mustard-yellow ISA Bergamo armchair, presumably designed by Gio Ponti, in original condition.

What a great design, we couldn't see ourselves enough. Measures: width 74 cm Depth 75 cm Height 109 cm Seat height 42 cm.  

Made in Italy, 1950s. This is a quite rare armchair designed by Giò Ponti for Cassina in the 50s. This model was originally designed as a naval piece of furniture. The high standar...

Pair of Queen Anne style wingback chairs upholstered in linen. Has mahogany claw feet.

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...

Very cool Danish midcentury armchair in solid teak covered in wool and very representative of the easy chairs of the time designed by such icons as Ib Kofod-Larsen and Edvard Kindt-L...

A rare set of "Janus" wing chairs and ottomans designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. One of his most iconic designs! In the Janus Collection Wormley modernized the lines of eighteen...

This exceptional wingback chair was designed by Ottorino Aloisio in 1957. The chair was manufactured by the Turin workshop of Pier Luigi Colli. The ...

Original 1950's high-backed armchair with earmuffs typical design by famous architect Paolo Buffa. In dark gray velvet and light wood feet

Very cool highback lounge chair with buttoned backrest made in Denmark around 1950. Beautiful harmonious proportions with a slim and tall silhouette and somewhat angular lines in the...

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...

Lovely Mid-Century Modern Green Italian Wood & Fabric Wingback Armchair, 1950s What a great design, we couldn't see ourselves enough. Measures: width 64 cm Depth 67 cm Height 77 cm...

Paulo Alvez green duck LINA wing chair and ottoman 44" h x 32" w x 35" d & Ottoman 16" h x 20" w x 17" d The Lina Armchair produced by Empório das Cadeiras is a tribute to the Itali...

Stunning one of a kind pair of Mid-Century Modern wingback chairs by Karpen upholstered in super soft hand sewn Cocoa Milk Chocolate Shearling. The sort of chairs that become a family heirloom. A great reading chair. Perfect for a sexy mountain lodge or cigar room. A successful executive's evening chairs - perhaps fireside - while enjoying a robust Cabernet or a single malt scotch whiskey and cigar. Tall sculptural wingbacks have a commanding shape with an air of old money. The chairs are covered from top to bottom & front and back in several hand cut and sewn shearling hides. The Chocolate Shearling squares gently soften the formality to deliver super soft comfort and a luxurious look and sheen. You can't help but want to run your hand over the super soft shearling. Rich in color, the hides reflect light in different ways adding contrast and depth. Natural chestnut red highlights surface in the Cocoa Shearling. Tufted rounded backs - as originally designed - reinforce the chic and elegant vibe and invite you to lean back and relax. Wide seat and backs. Original sturdy walnut frame and conical legs. Shearling is highly durable and cleans up well - red wine approved. Seat cushions are upholstered in shearling on both sides in case you need a quick seat cushion flip - no expense spared. These Karpen Wingback shearling chairs are a special treat and wonderful acquisition. As glamorous and sexy today as when first made in the 1950s. Timeless. And they are the only pair available. Globally. Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our shop to get your 1stDibs on our new inventory. Photographed along with and also currently available in our shop: Vladimir Kagan Nautilus scroll sofa in Ivory Bouclé Charles Hollis Jones Faux bamboo & brass console Redwood floating slice coffee table over Lucite Base 1960s Brutalist female nude sculpture of painted iron on Travertine base 1950s John Keal side table with Travertine top for Brown Saltman Maitland Smith...

Rare set of eight high back side Chiavari ebonized dining chairs, by Paolo Buffa. Manufactured by Marelli & Colico, Italy Ebonized wood, white velvet fabric Very good condition ...

FH 8023 Danish modern wingback chair with stool manufactured by Fritz Hansen. The comfortable chair and stool is upholstered with new sheepskin. The legs are made of dark stained woo...

Elegant pair of wing chairs, designed by Melchiorre Bega in the 1950s. Both chairs are made with dove grey velvet upholstery and solid wood legs. The velvet is embellished with a thi...

A pair of sculptural high-back Italian wing chairs, with beautifully curved arm and back supports, supported on splayed and tapered black painted metal and brass legs. The chairs exp...

Stunning pair diminutive UNUSUAL Baby Blue Leather Wing Back Lounge Chairs by KITTINGER ,, Amazing original condition,,, Extremely comfortable,, Hand delivery avail to New York City ...

1950s, Danish relax armchair. Green furniture velour fabric, ash wood legs, springs in the seat and back. The chair was reupholstered by craftsman about 15-15 years ago. Good conditi...

Awesome large wingback armchair. New upholstery in grey Boucle fabric. Seat height 43cm, total height 99cm. Seat width 55cm, total width 77cm. Seat depth 60cm, total depth 83cm.

Very cool Danish midcentury highback lounge chair with teak legs and teak accents on the armrests. Epitomizes the style from around 1960. This chair is much in the style of Kurt Ost...

Very cool highback lounge chair with buttoned backrest made in Denmark around 1950. Beautiful harmonious proportions with a slim and tall silhouette and somewhat angular lines in the...

This "Senior" armchair model was designed by Marco Zanuso in the 1950s. The beautifully shaped armchair was marketed under the Arflex Italia label. It is upholstered in its original ...

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...

Awesome armchair. New upholstery in white boucle fabric.

This enchanting armchair, in the style of Paolo Buffa, embodies the essence of 20th-century Italian design. The structure is a symphony of ...

Classic pair of armchairs manufactured by ISA, Italy, circa 1950s. Beautiful and decorative pair of armchairs from ISA, floral fabric with yellow background and the manufacturer's cl...

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...

Awesome armchairs. New upholstery in white Boucle. We have a second identical chair here on the platform.

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

A "Janus" wing chair by Edward Wormley A wing chair by Edward Wormley restored in a luxurious Rogers & Goffigan Belgian linen fabric. The mahogany base has been bleached to a pale fi...

Rare, Elegant and comfortable pair of vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern "Senior Chairs" Attributed to Marco Zanuso, circa 1953. These armchairs / lounge chairs have high backs and are modern wing back...

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 ...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of fully restored Chestnut brown leather Wingback armchairs finished with carved Claw & ...

Bold and comfortable pair of Baroque style leather chairs. The beautiful carved wooden base is the perfect accompaniment to the weathered and patina leather upholstered to the upper...

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...

A white and blue fabric and oak lounge chair / wingback chair designed by Gio Ponti and produced by Cassina, Italy, 1950s. Wooden legs present with light areas of wear consistent w...

Pair of lounge or wingback chairs in cream DEDAR bouclé by Melchiorre Bega from the 1950. Chairs ware fully restored with traditional methods and the seat cushion filled with goose f...

Rare and Iconic 1950s Italian Lounge Armchair by Osvaldo Borsani - A Statement of Elegance and Sensual Design Discover the timeless charm of Italian mid-century design with this rare...

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

Wingback chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s Netherlands. Theo Ruth (1915- 1971) was one of the pioneer designers of Artifort. This classic model is reupholstered in a fine white ...

Pair of red wool petite wing chairs with dark stained walnut legs with a half exposed walnut front apron. Front legs have a recessed panel with brass...

Chic 1950s American wingback armchair with apricot velvet. Great original condition. Measure: 21.25" seat width. 21" seat depth. 18.25" arm height.

Throughout Scandinavia, there's a long history of pride in craftsmanship which is especially true of Denmark and one of its most reputable furniture makers Fritz Hansen. This beautif...

Danish Cabinetmaker Wingback / Lounge Chair, Scroll Arm, Flemming Lassen Style Chic mid-century wingback lounge or arm chair designed and produced in Denmark, circa 1950s. Newly upho...

Wing Back Lounge chair in Reupholstered Bouclé Fabric, Praque 1950s Large midcentury wingback armchair in re-upholstered bouclé fabric, Czech r...

Presented here we have a stunning pair of 1957 Gianfranco Frattini Model 877 Wing Armchairs made by Cassina. The chairs have been fully refurbished and are now presented in a modern ...

1960s, Danish design by Fritz Hansen. Relax lounge chair, original very good condition, no smells. Light green velour. Oak wood legs, brass spring...