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
Charming Vintage Diminutive Cottage Style Wing Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Well made and bright pair of smaller scale Wing Chairs custom upholstered in a fresh piped Blue and White windowpane check. Tapered blonde wood legs with fluting. Comfortable and ver...
Fabric, Wood
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...
Papillion 100% Pure Linen Slip Covered Wing Back Style Chair
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing the Papillion Linen Wing Chair, a stunning piece that combines elegance and comfort. This chair is crafted with flax natural linen fabric, giving it a sleek and organic m...
Linen, Wood, Birch
19th Century George III Wing Chair, Upholstered, Ireland
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
Pair of Louis XIII Style Wing Chairs with New Upholstery
Located in Washington, DC
Pair of Louis XIII style wing chairs with new upholstery.
Upholstery, Wood
$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
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
$6,569 / set
H 34.26 in W 24.02 in D 28.35 in
Pair of Scandinavian Mid Century Wingback Lounge Chairs, circa 1960s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A matched pair of Scandinavian lounge chairs in dark stained wood, newly reupholstered in a quality woven fabric in sage green. The frames feature curved armrests and splayed legs ch...
Fabric, Beech
$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
A French Tudor Style Walnut Wing Chair, C. 1900.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
With a high arched back and out-curved arms on turned and reeded legs, joined by scrolled stretchers and terminating with scrolled feet, this stately chair is fit for your living roo...
Upholstery, Walnut
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
Pair of 1930's Hollywood Regency Butterfly Wingback Chairs
By Baker Furniture Company, Dorothy Draper, Ralph Lauren
Located in Burbank, CA
Pair of antique wing chairs for sale. These have a beautiful butterfly wing back, and are really solid. They have a solid wood base in a ebony dark finish, and were previously reupho...
Fabric, Mahogany
Pair of Wingback Chairs with Grey Upholstery
Located in Chicago, IL
This pair of wingback chairs is a 1950's Hungarian interpretation of the classic form. Wingbacks were originally created to block the air in drafty rooms. These chairs are modernized...
Chenille, Walnut
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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