Like France’s Empire style, Regency-style furniture was rooted in neoclassicism; the characteristics of its bedroom furniture, armchairs, dining room tables and other items include clean lines, angular shapes and elegant details.
Dating roughly from the 1790s to 1830s, antique Regency-style furniture gets its name from Prince George of Wales — formally King George IV — who became Prince Regent in 1811 after his father, George III, was declared unfit to rule. England’s Regency style is one of the styles represented in Georgian furniture.
George IV’s arts patronage significantly influenced the development of the Regency style, such as the architectural projects under John Nash, which included the renovation of Buckingham House into the formidable Buckingham Palace with a grand neoclassical facade. Celebrated designers of the period include Thomas Sheraton, Henry Holland and Thomas Hope. Like Nash, Hope instilled his work with classical influences, such as saber-legged chairs based on the ancient Greek klismos. He is credited with introducing the term “interior decoration” to English with the 1807 publishing of Household Furniture and Interior Decoration.
Although more subdued than previous styles like Rococo and Baroque, Regency interiors incorporated copious use of chintz fabrics and wallpaper adorned in chinoiserie-style art. Its furniture featured fine materials and luxurious embellishments. Furniture maker George Bullock, for instance, regularly used detailed wood marquetry and metal ornaments on his pieces.
Archaeological discoveries in Egypt and Greece informed Regency-era details, such as carved scrollwork, sphinxes and palmettes, as well as the shape of furniture. A Roman marble cinerary chest, for example, would be reinterpreted into a wooden cabinet. The Napoleonic Wars also inspired furniture, with martial designs like tented beds and camp-style chairs becoming popular. While the reddish-brown mahogany was prominent in this range of pieces, imported woods like zebrawood and ebony were increasingly in demand.
Find a collection of antique Regency tables, seating, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Pair of Grosfeld House Wingback Chairs in Trompe L’oeil Fabric
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A stately pair of Regency style wingback club chairs attributed to Grosfeld House, New York. The mid-century chairs features a whimsical trompe l’oeil fabric depicting theatrical dra...
Fabric, Mahogany
English Regency Wingback Armchair on Casters, Circa 1820
Located in Atlanta, GA
This English wingback armchair dates to the Regency period, circa 1820, and exemplifies the generous proportions and enveloping comfort characteristic of early 19th-century English s...
Brass
Pair of Tomlinson Regency Lounge Chairs, Mahogany, 1960s
By Tomlinson
Located in Southampton, NJ
A pair of 1960's Tomlinson Pavane Assemblage Mahogany lounge chairs featuring elegant curved forms of wing back design, turned legs with H stretchers in original polished Sable finis...
Mahogany, Upholstery
Dessin Fournir French Leather and Mahogany Wingback Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
This wingback armchair is a custom-made luxury piece handcrafted by the trade-only, Los Angeles-based furniture maker Dessin Fournir. STYLE: The striking silhouette is comprised of ...
Brass
Antique Fortuny Upholstered Black Lacquered Wingback Arm Chair
By Fortuny
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Fortuny Upholstered Black Lacquered Wingback Arm Chair
Upholstery, Wood
$3,104Sale Price|20% Off
ANTIQUE FULLY RESTORED BORDEAUX LEATHER TUFTED CHESTERFIELD WiNGBACK ARMCHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored vintage Chesterfield tufted Bordeaux leather wingback armchair Please note the...
Leather
$6,535Sale Price / set|20% Off
Regency circa 1815 Fluted Barrel Back Leather Wing Armchair and Matching Stool
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare original hand dyed Regency circa 1815 fluted barrel back armchair and matching footstool A lovely pair and of the finest quality ...
Leather, Hardwood
$6,302 / 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
Antique Wingback Chair
Located in East Hampton, NY
Great antique wingback chair with a tight seat. Newly reupholstered in natural linen. Chippendale style legs.
Linen
$2,800
H 43.5 in W 30.5 in D 30 in
Mid Century Queen Anne Mahogany High Wingback Arm Chair Floral Crewel
Located in Bensalem, PA
Stunning Queen Ann style high back chairs with raised floral stitching upholstery.
Upholstery, Mahogany
$1,025
H 42.92 in W 32.29 in D 35.44 in
Vintage cowhide leather Chesterfield wingback armchair in a green colour
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This bold vintage Chesterfield wingback armchair is crafted from beautiful green cowhide leather. The chair has a timeless look, is finished with decorative nailheads, and features a...
Cowhide, Leather
$3,599Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 43 in W 31.25 in D 32.5 in
1970's Wingback Chairs Refinished & Reupholstered - a Pair
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage pair of wing chairs for sale. They are from the 1970's, and have been professionally restored. The wood bases and legs have been refinished in walnut, and have been reupholstered in new fabric and foam. The fabric is a beautiful linen with textured cotton. The fabric has variations of earthy brown, tan, black, and white. The seats have springs in them, and have a high-quality solid frame. They're in the manner of Henredon wing chairs...
Fabric, Wood
$7,999Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 33 in W 31 in D 30.5 in
Pair of 1940's Art Deco Wingback Lounge Chairs Reupholstered in Belgic Wool
By Gösta Jonsson, Flemming Lassen
Located in Burbank, CA
Pair of original Art Deco Midcentury Modern lounge chairs for sale. They have been professionally restored and are now in showroom condition. The legs are solid birch and have been refinished in a natural birch finish. They were professionally reupholstered in new fabric and foam. The high-end designer fabric that we chose is Fabric & Steel's Theo in Cinder that goes for $195 per yard and woven in Belgium. It's a beautifully textured wool blend with a wonderful cozy texture. It's brown in color with gray, beige, and light brown wonderfully woven. The chair frames are solid and have coil springs on the seat and webbing on the backrest. They are really comfortable and very well made. Very rare chairs from a wonderful period of design. In the manner of Gosta Jonsson, AB Erik Ek...
Wool, Wood
$4,800
H 48 in W 40 in D 36 in
Rose Tarlow Melrose House Chippendale Mahogany Wingback Chair W Ralph Lauren
By Rose Tarlow
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Rose Tarlow Melrose House Chippendale Mahogany Wingback Chair W Ralph Lauren Chintz.
Mahogany
Georgian Style Tufted Cigar Leather Wingback Chair and Ottoman
By Schafer Brothers
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsomely aged Georgian tufted wingback chair and matching ottoman crafted by Schafer Bros. The large armchair features a mahogany hardwood frame with fully developed wings and a ge...
Brass
Vintage Tufted Leather Chesterfield Armchair in Red
Located in Dekalb, IL
Vintage wingback arm chair with a brass nailhead trim. This piece features a deep, rich shade of red that retains high levels of gloss and firm, durable upholstery. It sits on tradi...
Leather
Vintage Tufted Leather Chesterfield Armchair in Red
Located in Dekalb, IL
Vintage wingback arm chair with a brass nailhead trim. This piece features a deep, rich shade of red that retains high levels of gloss and firm, durable upholstery. It sits on tradi...
Leather
Mid-Century Wingback Armchair in Rose Velvet, English Taste
Located in London, GB
A charming mid-century wingback armchair, newly upholstered in a soft rose velvet, offering a relaxed silhouette and an inviting, cocooning comfort, bringing an air of romance and co...
Velvet, Wood
$4,395 / set
H 42.5 in W 30.5 in D 32.5 in
Pair Antique Georgian Leather Chesterfield Style Tufted Wingback Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This handsome pair of English-made mahogany-framed leather wingback armchairs, dating to approximately the 1960s, offers the classic character, comfort, and substantial proportions a...
Leather
$4,863 / set
H 42.52 in W 29.53 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Scandinavian Oak Wingback Lounge chairs in Striped Wool, 1940s
Located in Rødding, DK
A substantial and imposing pair of Danish wingback armchairs constructed in solid oak and upholstered in their original striped wool, dating from the 1940s. The silhouette is tall an...
Fabric, Oak
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
$1,195
H 41.34 in W 32.29 in D 35.04 in
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
Black leather Upholstered English Regency wingback chair
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Handsome English Regency wingback library chair, circa 1815, with mahogany legs on brass casters. The bold silhouette is enhanced by recent upholstery in smooth black leather with co...
Brass
Pair of Minton-Spidell English Regency Leather Wing Barber's Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing pair of leather wingback barber's chairs designed in the English Regency taste by Minton-Spidell, Los Angeles, CA. The chairs feature a large beech frame with an intentionall...
Brass
Sold
H 46.07 in W 31.11 in D 33.47 in
PAiR OF WILLIAM MORRIS CHESTERFIELD TUFTED WINGBACK BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIRS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of vintage, William Morris flat top arm Chesterfield Whisky brown leather fully restored ...
Leather, Hardwood
Regency Mahogany Library Armchair
Located in Essex, MA
A large scale chair with blue leather upholstery. Wing back with scrolled carved arms. The seat with loose cushion. Raised on turned tapered legs. Brass tacking.
Brass
Pair of Regency Style Armchairs in Powder Blue Velvet, c. 1950s
Located in Chicago, IL
A whimsical pair of 1950s wingback armchairs in the Regency style, recently updated by Chicago design firm Yung Atelier with cotton velvet upholst...
Oak, Velvet
Vintage Regency Floral Wingback Chairs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your living space with the American style Vintage Regency Floral Wingback Chairs - A Pair. These exquisite chairs feature luxurious flor...
Upholstery, Wood, Feathers
Vintage Regency Fretwork Wingback Rattan Chairs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Regency Fretwork Wingback Chairs - A Pair epitomize American style with their classic Regency design and intricate fretwork detailing. These elegant wingback chairs add a...
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage Hendrixsons Regency style leather wing chairs/a pair
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a pair of vintage regency style leather wing back chairs. This pair of leather chairs have brass hobnails around the edges with a clean regency style tapered leg. These vinta...
Leather
Vintage Regency Cane Panel Wingback Chairs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A truly beautiful pair of vintage Regency Wingback chairs. Beautiful inset cane panels embedded in a lacquered wood frame. Real showstoppers. Acquired from ...
Rattan
Vintage Regency Tufted Faux Leather Wingback Chairs, a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Regency Wingback chairs. A chic deep maroon color in a durable faux leather upholstery. Ideal for a public area with lots of traffic. Office, Airbnb or eve...
Leather, Upholstery
Sold
H 50.5 in W 30 in D 17 in
Vintage Regency Scalamandre “Le Tigre” Velvet and Suede Wingback Chairs, a Pair
By Scalamandre
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic pair of vintage Regency wingback chairs. Covered in the legendary Scalamandre. “Le Tiger” velvet. Wrapped in a caramel suede. Beautiful carved cab...
Velvet
English Regency Style Tufted Leather Library Armchair with Ottoman
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome tufted black leather library armchair with matching ottoman. The chair features a walnut frame made in the regency taste with classic English rolled arms and a scrolled back...
Brass
Vintage Regency Baker Leather Wingback Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Regency wingback chairs. Made by the iconic Baker Furniture group. Chic deep green leather with nailhead trim. Imagine how beautiful in the corner of your library!...
Leather
Sold
H 47.25 in W 32.68 in D 37.41 in
Exquisite Extra Large Restored Brown Leather Wingback Armchair Claw & Ball Feet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning fully restored hand dyed cigar brown leather, Victorian style oversized wingback armchair with hand carved claw & ball feet. What a chair! This is pure art furniture from all angles, the size is impressive as is the quality of carving to the lets, this chair looks expensive and important in any setting. The chair has been fully restored to include being stripped back, hand dyed six times, antiqued, sealed and then waxed down, this chair is just about as elegant as you could ever hope to find. The leather restoration was completed by a Ralph Lauren trained leather restorer no less, one of the originals who used to source the vintage chairs...
Leather
Regency Mahogany Barrel Back Armchair
Located in Essex, MA
Of very generous proportions with upholstered barrel and bowed seat raised on turned tapered legs and casters, exaggerated splayed rear legs. Needs new upholstery.
Mahogany