Functional pieces made with local materials that can stand the test of time have defined antique and vintage country furniture around the world.
Country style has varied based on regional tastes, from French Country with tufted sofas and cane-framed beds to American Country with stately Windsor chairs and tables built of pine. Each is imbued with touches that are often described as rustic, a style that is inclusive of a range of decorating modes such as country and farmhouse. Exposed wood, traditional fabrics, natural colors and a sense of heritage through distressed surfaces and handcrafted design are all attributes of country-style interiors.
Country furniture and decor can encompass movements from across centuries that reflect rural life, such as French Provincial, which emerged in the 17th century, Black Forest, which became popular in early-19th-century Switzerland with sculptural furniture carved with animals and Adirondack style, with chairs that debuted in the United States in the early 20th century and became a rustic favorite.
The design of country-style furniture isn’t guided by fleeting trends or elite tastes. Sofas upholstered with animal hide, desks made of oak or pine that show off the grain of their material and dining room tables balanced on sturdy square legs are all popular examples of country furniture. Although the aesthetics of country furniture are eclectic, the pieces are unified by meticulous construction that favors utility over ornamentation.
Contemporary country interiors usually have muted palettes, with white walls and calming shades of blue, where heirloom pieces mingle with vintage baskets and gingham textiles. Unpretentious and timeless, country furniture adds warmth to any home, whether it’s a cabin in the woods or an urban loft apartment.
Find a collection of antique and vintage country tables, seating, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.
A pair of wingback chairs, Scandinavian, 1960/70s.
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of wingback chairs in oak, with soft green wool mix fabric. Country style, Scandinavian 1960/70s. In good condition, smaller signs of use.
Wood, Oak
Fine Quality Custom Upholstered Wing Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The mahogany frame with rolled arms and short wings. Raised on carved front cabriole legs with knees, turned splayed back legs, a turned H stretcher, and back stretcher. Upholstered ...
Fabric, Mahogany
Early 19th Century English Wing Chair
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Early 19th Century English mahogany wing chair with ball and claw feet. Covered in hessian and ready to be reupholstered.
Mahogany
Erwin-Lambeth Plum Velvet Neo-Chippendale Wing Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Plum velvet upholstered neo-Chippendale wing chair from Erwin-Lambeth. White satin lacquered frame with open arms. Carved front legs with quatrefoil and el...
Pair of Oversized Art Deco Wingback Lounge Chairs
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Absolutely stunning pair of Art Deco styled lounge chairs. The lines of these chairs are incredible. They are larger scale chairs making them true statement seating. They were a bit...
Velvet
Early 19th Century George III Wing Chair
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th century George III mahogany upholstered wing chair, the shaped back with outscrolled wings raised above padded arms with reeded terminals with flower head motif raised ove...
Mahogany
$44,995 / set
H 39.5 in W 29 in D 33 in
Pair Janus Wing Chairs and Ottomans by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
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...
Velvet, Wood
$5,400 / set
H 38 in W 27 in D 36 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Wing Back Lounge Chairs by Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback / Hi Back Lounge Chairs / armchairs by Paolo Buffa. These chairs are large, deep and comfortable; They have sensuous lines and a ...
Upholstery, Hardwood
Pair of Henredon Butter Upholstered Wingback Club Chairs
By Henredon
Located in Rio Vista, CA
An exceptional pair of bespoke wingback club armchairs from Henredon's Upholstery Collection. The chairs feature towering wingback silhouettes with gracefully curved wings that exten...
Brass
19th Century Georgian Wing Chair
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th Century Georgian wing chair, with carved eagle heads on legs.
Wood
Pair of Georgian Style Wingback Chairs Upholstered in Linen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Wing Back Chairs in the Style of Georgian. Newly upholstered in Linen with a cord welt to the cushions. A wonderful pair and very c...
Linen, Upholstery, Cord, Wood
19th Century Georgian Style Wingback Chairs
Located in Pomona, CA
Antique Georgian circa 1850 Wingback armchairs with ornately carved cabriole legs and William Morris style flat top arms. The chairs have been recovered in a green mohair fabric. Th...
Mohair, Wood
Danish Modern 1950s Highback Lounge Wing Chair With Wooden Armrests
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful and very unique Danish 1940s wingback chair with nicely carved armrest in stained beechwood. Very elegant with strong angular lines and a strong presence to anchor any roo...
Wool, Beech
Pair Queen Anne Style Wingback Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Queen Anne style wingback chairs upholstered in linen. Has mahogany claw feet.
Linen, Mahogany
$3,570 / set
H 45 in W 32 in D 32 in
Pair of Hickory c1960s Very fine Mahogany Queen Ann Bases Arm Wingback Chairs
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Hickory c1960s Very fine Mahogany Queen Ann Bases Arm Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
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H 45 in W 36 in D 28 in
Pair of Vintage Wicker Wingback Armchairs Rattan Armchairs Palm Beach Style Pair
Located in Rochester, NY
Woven wicker rattan lounge chairs. Iconic weathered regal wingback armchair set. Gorgeous vintage condition and super large and comfortable. Wood trim and frames so these are extre...
Rattan, Wood
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H 47 in W 34.5 in D 31 in
Vintage French Country Button Tufted Wingback Chair Newly Upholstered in Mohair
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage French Country Button Tufted Wingback Parlor Chair Newly Upholstered in Smoked Camel Italian Mohair Vintage French Country Button Tufted Wingback ...
Mohair, Upholstery
William Alan Green & Red Plaid Wingback Lounge Arm Club Chairs, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
William Alan Green & Red Plaid Wingback Lounge Arm Club Chairs - a Pair. Item features very nice solid frames, original green and red plaid upholstery, ...
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Leather Italian Butterfly Wingback Lounge Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive pair of Italian mahogany butterfly shaped wingback lounge chairs or armchairs. The chairs feature a modern redux in a rustic, country style with baseball glove cowhide le...
Brass
Pair of Custom Upholstered Wing Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of wing chairs in custom upholstered diamond form quilted fabric with contrasting lumbar pillows. The frames appear to be naturally distressed with a fine patina. The wing chairs...
Fabric, Wood
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H 41 in W 29.25 in D 37 in
Pair of Danish 1930s Midcentury Country Style Wingback Armchairs in Solid Oak
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great example of early Danish midcentury design, circa 1930s wingback chairs in hand carved solid oak with exposed sides and brass nails. Sturdy and strong construction of generous p...
Wool, Oak
Danish 1930s Midcentury Country Style Wingback Armchair in Solid Oak
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great example of early Danish midcentury design, circa 1930s wingback chair in hand carved solid oak with exposed sides and brass nails. Sturdy and strong construction of generous pr...
Wool, Oak
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H 49.5 in W 30.5 in L 49.5 in
Wingback Chair in English Country Style Distressed Painted Finish Mid-Size Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wingback chair in English Country style distressed painted finish mid-size chair. Item features nice smaller size, solid wood stretcher base, unique winged back, distressed finish, g...
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Country English Mohair Wingback Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous pair of country English wing chairs or library chairs featuring a plush moss green mohair upholstery. Bespoke set of chairs made with English turned arms and full wings. Sup...
Mohair, Lacquer, Wood
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H 28.75 in W 27.25 in D 26 in
Restoration Hardware Professors Chair Aluminum & Leather Wingback Southwestern
Located in Dayton, OH
Small in stature, grand in style, the Professor's chair provides all the presence and comfort of its larger kin. A 1920s English wing chair by design, its petite proportions and enve...
Leather, Fabric
Early 20th Century Linen Wingchair
Located in Vosselaar, BE
Elegant early 20th century English wing chair with mahogany frame and new linen upholstery.
Linen, Mahogany
Danish 1930s Midcentury Country Style Wingback Armchair in Solid Oak
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great example of early Danish midcentury design, circa 1930s wingback chair in hand carved solid oak with exposed sides and brass nails. Sturdy and strong construction of generous pr...
Wool, Oak