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Buffalo Leather 'Safari' Armchairs in the Style of Arne Norell
Located in Budapest, HU
This stylish pair of Safari armchairs from the 1970s exudes timeless charm with its combination of buffalo leather and sturdy beech wood. The leather was recently cleaned, but still ...
Category
Vintage 1970s European Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
“Charel” chair by Bart van Bekhoven, 1980s The Netherlands.
By Bart Van Bekhoven
Located in Landgraaf, NL
“Charel” chair by Bart van Bekhoven, 1980s The Netherlands. Bart is know for his unique designs. The chairs are professionally reupholstered with the finest scheep leather from New Z...
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Fabricius Kastholm FK711 Office Chairs Walter Knoll, Germany, 1971
By Preben Fabricius, Jørgen Kastholm
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Large set of 8 office chairs model FK711 designed by Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kastholm and manufactured by Walter Knoll, Germany 1971. These heavy office chairs have matt chrome p...
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Modern Seven Vintage Cognac Leather Teak Dining Chairs Cassina, 1990s, Italy
By Cassina
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern set of 7 vintage dining chairs, which were made out of a wooden base and cognac brown leather armchair shell.
Stamped Cassina - N 10
The set of dining chairs by Josep Lluska f...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 32.29 in W 24.81 in D 22.84 in
Pair of Cubic Lounge Chairs in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, black leather, wood, Northern Europe, 1980s
The design of this pair of lounge chairs is characterized by a cubic frame. When seated you experience a pleasant ...
Category
Vintage 1980s European Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Sergio Rodrigues ‘Kilin' Lounge Chairs. set of three, Brasil, 1970s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Exceptional set of Kilin chairs by Brazilian architect Sergio Rodrigues. Made dark wood and high quality saddle leather these chairs have become truly iconic over the years. The open...
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Prive leather armchair by Paolo Nava for Arflex
By Paolo Nava, Arflex
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This Prive armchair with a metal mesh covered in black plastic and a metal frame with black leather edging is in excellent condition. The armchair looks almost as good as new, with m...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pine & Leather Armchair, England circa 1980
Located in Culver City, CA
England circa 1980
Large scale armchair with original leather upholstery.
31.5”w x 33”d x 37.5”h x 15”seat
Category
Vintage 1980s English Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Hoop Armchair in Black Leather 1972 by Pietro Palange & Werther Toffoloni
By Werther Toffoloni and Piero Palange
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Hoop Armchair designed by Piero Palange and Werther Toffolon. Italy, Germa, 1972.
Lacquered wooden frame with original leather upholstery.
Very Good Condition.
Feel free to reques...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 41.25 in W 31.85 in D 26 in
Italian Leather and Chrome Armchairs, Attributed to Adriano Piazzesi, Pair
By Adriano Piazzesi
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Chunky curves enveloped in cognac Italian leather and wrapped in chrome. These Adriano Piazzesi attributed armchairs epitomize the allure of 1970s Italian design.
In good condition....
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
H 27 in W 38.5 in D 31.5 in
Post-Modern Luxury Jaimé Tresserra Casablanca Office Armchair, Spain, 1987
By Jaime Tresserra
Located in Antwerp, BE
Jaime´ Tresserra Casablanca armchair; Office chair; Tresserra collection; Cognac leather seating; Spanish furniture design; Walnut;
Postmodern Luxury Manager's desk chair 'Casabl...
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 30.71 in W 23.63 in D 24.41 in
Late 20th Century Spanish Brutalist Wood & Leather Armchairs, a Pair
Located in Harlingen, TX
A late 20th century pair of large, sturdy Spanish brutalist director's style armchairs. Dark wood frames with cognac saddle leather chair backs and seats.
Dimensions: 26.75" W x 2...
Category
Late 20th Century Brutalist Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Armchairs, Italy, 1990s
Located in New York, NY
Inox steel frames featuring wraparound backs upholstered in dark brown leather, the seats and backs upholstered in the original crushed velvet with leaf pattern. These chairs were de...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
'Sara' Leather Lounge Chairs by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, c 1971, Signed
By i4 Mariani, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful off-white leather pair of lounge chairs by illustrious architect and designer Guido Faleschini for i4 Mariani, Italy. Designed in the 1970s, this pair of soft, comfy, lea...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Mario Bellini Cab Arm Chair for Cassina
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This iconic chair designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina c.1970s, Italy, features the original deep red saddle leather which is wrapped atop a steel frame. The back legs feature a bla...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Armchairs "Pernilla 69" by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, Sweden 1969.
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Lot/Drogenbos, BE
Pair of Armchairs and Ottompans model "Pernilla 69" in wood with black leather and brown fabric.
Designe by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, Sweden 1969.
Designer - Bruno Mathson.
Producer ...
Category
Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 38.59 in W 34.65 in D 36.62 in
Aulenti Collection Lounge Chair for Knoll International, 1976
By Gae Aulenti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This arm chair was designed by Gae Aulenti for Knoll International in 1974 as part of the Aulenti Collection with matching sofas and coffee tables. This chair is made of a maroon ena...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Cowhide LC1 armchairs by Le Corbusier for Cassina, 1970s
By Le Corbusier, Cassina
Located in Lasne, BE
Chair in black cowhide and metal frame by Le Corbusier. Stamped Le Corbusier. Seat height: 40 cm. Wear due to time and age of the chairs.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Togo Armchair by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1973
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in PARIS, FR
This sofa was designed by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset in the 1970s. He devoted 26 years of his life to heading the design department at Ligne Roset. It was in 1973 that the design...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Foam, Leather
Cab 413 Chair by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1990s
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Renens, CH
Cab 413 arm chair in black leather by Mario Bellini for Cassina:
The Cab chair is built up as a tubular frame over which thick saddle leather is fitted; the leather skin is kept in ...
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Joe Colombo Elda mythical armchair Comfort edition 1972
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Joe Colombo
Elda mythical armchair
Comfort edition
1972
Black fibreglass shell / smooth ivory leather
Very good condition
H 92 x W 94 x D 100 cms
11900 euros
Category
Vintage 1970s Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Oxblood Red Leather Cab 414 Armchairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina
By Mario Bellini, Cesare Cassina
Located in Izegem, VWV
These more rare, lower lounge versions of the well known CAB chair is executed in striking oxblood red leather and designed by Mario Belline for Cassina.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
H 31.11 in W 26.78 in D 24.41 in
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Charles & Ray Eames, Vitra, 1980s
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Pair of Lounge chairs, designed by Charles and Ray Eames. Germany, Vitra, 1986.
Beautiful original lounge chairs with a black shell and subtle and used yellow leather upholstery. ...
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Club leather Armchairs in ART DECO style, 1970s, Europe
Located in Prague 8, CZ
These comfortable ART DECO leather club armchairs were made in the ART DECO style in the 1970´s.
They are made of black leather.
In good vintage condition with no damage, minor signs...
Category
Late 20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Sapporo lounge chair produced by Mobil Girgi Italy 1970's
By Sapporo, Mobil Girgi
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Sapporo lounge chair produced by Mobil Girgi Italy 1970's. Original leather upholstery.
Big and fluffy!
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Cassina CAB-414 set of 4 chairs and a 2-seater sofa by Mario Bellini, 1980s
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in amstelveen, NL
Set of 5 Cassina "Cab" 414 armchairs and 2-seater sofa in elephant grey saddle leather. Designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by Cassina Italy. These chairs are 1980s edition. ...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
H 31.5 in W 24.41 in D 27.17 in
Pair of vintage 1970s beige leather armchairs designed by Ferruccio Brunati
By Brunati
Located in None, IT
Pair of armchairs with metal and wood frame and beige leather upholstery, 1970s, design Ferruccio Brunati.
CONDITION: In good condition, show obvious signs of wear given by time.
D...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.53 in W 43.31 in D 35.44 in
Cassina CAB-414 2-seater sofa in grey leather by Mario Bellini, 1980s
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in amstelveen, NL
Cassina "Cab" 414 2-seater sofa in elephant grey saddle leather. Designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by Cassina Italy. This sofa is a 1980s edition. The leather cover is st...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
H 31.5 in W 63.78 in D 27.17 in
Pair of vintage leather armchairs , Czechoslovakia 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
Good condition
Seat height 43cm
leather polished
wood polished
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of 4 Cassina CAB-414 armchairs in grey leather by Mario Bellini, 1980s
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in amstelveen, NL
Set of 4 Cassina "Cab" 414 armchairs in elephant grey saddle leather. Designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by Cassina Italy. These chairs are 1980s edition. The leather cover ...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
H 31.5 in W 24.41 in D 27.17 in
Classic Charles Eames Herman Miller Lounge Chair 1970's Cognac Brown Leather
By Charles Eames
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Beautiful Charles Eames, Herman Miller lounger chair and ottoman, 1970's. Original cognac brown leather and Brazilian rosewood with unusual grain patterns/flaming effect. The chair h...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 32.5 in W 33 in D 32 in
1970s Pair of Yngve Ekström "Contino" Leather Armachair, Sweden
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition
- sturdy and stable
- Patinated leather in good condition
- dimensions : 77 (40) 74 70, 99 (40) 74 80.
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Vintage Lee Industries Leather Flannel Club Library Lounge Fireside Armchair
By Lee Industries
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Lee Industries club / library / lounge / fireside arm chair featuring leather and a blue-grey Ralph Lauren flannel fabric with nailhead trim and turned walnut frame. #1542
...
Category
Late 20th Century Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Walnut
H 35 in W 38 in D 29 in
Artona Armchair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, 1975
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Budapest, HU
Founded in 1975 alongside B&B Italia, Maxalto is a brand born under the artistic leadership of Afra and Tobia Scarpa. The name "Maxalto" comes from the Venetian dialect "Massa alto,"...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Tetrad Nucleus Brown Armchair Leather Chairs Sofa Mid Century Vintage Retro MCM
By Tetrad
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅
Tetrad Nucleus Brown Armchair Leather Chairs Sofa Mid Century Vintage Retro MCM
1970s 1st edition Tetrad Nucleus armchair with removable arms. British made modular leat...
Category
Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
H 32.68 in W 27.56 in D 34.26 in
Cubic Lounge Chair in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, leather, wood, Northern-Europe, 1980s
The design of this lounge chair is characterized by a cubic frame. When seated you experience a pleasant enclosed feeling. The tu...
Category
Vintage 1980s European Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Barcelona Chair vintage 70s design Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe
Located in None, IT
Pair of "Barcelona chair" armchairs with steel frame and brown genuine leather upholstery.
1929 design by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, produced in Italy in the 1970s.
CONDITION: In goo...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Italian modern black armchair Wassily or B3 by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1970s
By Gavina, Marcel Breuer
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern black armchair Wassily or B3 by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1970s
Armchair mod. Wassily or B3, with chromed tubular steel structure. The seat, armrests and backrest are ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 28.55 in W 31.11 in D 25.6 in
William Switzer Biedermeier French Art Deco Inspired Barrel Back Desk Arm Chair
By William Switzer
Located in Dayton, OH
William Switzer Austrian Biedermeier style yoke back Arm Chair. Made from mahogany with beautiful barrel back and leather upholstered seat. Features square tapered saber legs. Wil...
Category
Late 20th Century Biedermeier Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 33.5 in W 25.5 in D 25.5 in
Marcel Breuer 'Wassily' B3 White Leather Tubular Armchair Chair
By Marcel Breuer
Located in London, GB
An iconic white leather Model B3 or ‘Wassily’ chair, first designed by Marcel Breuer in c. 1925. This later edition features solid welded ends to the tubular frame and dates to c. 19...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of mid-century glass and black leather modulable armchairs model "Hyaline"
By Fabio Lenci
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of mid-century glass and black leather modulable armchairs model "Hyaline" By Fabio Lenci - Italy 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Glass
H 35.44 in W 27.17 in D 28.75 in
Pair of Large Venetian Walnut Armchairs by Therien Studio Workshops
By Therien Studio Workshops
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of elegant walnut armchairs by Therien Studio Workshops stands out for the impressive proportions and fine craftsmanship. The carving on the woodwork and fine leather uphol...
Category
1990s American Baroque Revival Armchairs
Materials
Walnut, Leather, Upholstery
Sheep leather Art Deco design armchair with high seating comfort
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This fine armchair has a luxurious look and sits wonderfully. Apart from a few minimal signs of use, it is in good condition and of course, it is immediately usable. It comes with a ...
Category
Late 20th Century Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
In very good condition Schuitema armchair ArtDeco design armchair black leather
By Schuitema & Zonen
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This beautiful design armchair from the Dutch top brand Schuitema is in very good condition and sits wonderfully. Schuitema furniture is characterized by its uniquely high constructi...
Category
Late 20th Century Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 32.09 in W 27.56 in D 28.35 in
Pair of vintage 70s leather and steel armchairs Italian design
Located in None, IT
Pair of armchairs with wooden base, chromed steel frame and brown leather upholstery, 1970s, Italian design.
CONDITION: In good condition, may show light signs of wear given by time...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Armchairs Alessandra, Gianni Moscatelli, Formanova, 1980
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The "Alessandra" armchairs designed by Gianni Moscatelli for Formanova in the 1980s are true icons of Italian design of that period. Characterized by clean lines, geometric shapes, a...
Category
Vintage 1980s Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric
1970s Pair of Leather Armchairs by Lepofinn, Finland
Located in Praha, CZ
- Stained beech skelet
- Dark brown patinated Leather Pillows
- Good original condition with minor signs of use
- Sturdy and stable
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
1970s 3- Seater Leather Sofa by Lepofinn, Finland
Located in Praha, CZ
- Stained beech skelet
- Dark brown patinated Leather Pillows
- Good original condition with minor signs of use
- Sturdy and stable
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Set of Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Austin, TX
Set of four Brno chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll. This set has the classic chrome structure with the original flat bar design. The upholstery is all black leather. These chairs...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Roche Bobois Hans Hopfer Vintage Informel Cognac Aniline Leather Lounge Chair
By Hans Hopfer, Roche Bobois
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Roche Bobois armchair Lounge Chair Model Informel in cognac brandy soft aniline leather.
Design by Hans Hopfer in the late 70ties.
Original leather.
Vintage condition.
The seatin...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Leather
H 27.96 in W 45.28 in D 41.34 in
Original Wassilly Armchairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1970s (Signed)
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Argelato, BO
Marcel Breuer, Wassilly Armchair for Gavina, Vintage Original Version, Italy 1970s (Signed)
The Wassily armchair, one of the most iconic and sophisticated Bauhaus armchairs, designe...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 28.75 in W 30.71 in D 27.56 in
'Coronado' Armchairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for C&B Anni 70s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
Iconic pair of armchairs, designed by Mr. and Mrs. Scarpa in the 1970s with foam padding and black leather upholstery. Fair condition.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
'Dueacca' armchair, by Franco Poli Bernini production Italian manufacturing 1980
By Bernini, Franco Poli
Located in Milan, IT
'Dueacca' armchair, design by Franco Poli, Bernini production, Italian manufacturing dating back to the 1980s.
The armchair has a wooden structure with a very particular characterist...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 28.35 in W 25.99 in D 24.41 in
1970s Arkana Safari Sling Teak Lounge Chair by Maurice Burke in Black Leather
By Maurice Burke, Arkana Furniture, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Classic and iconic Chelsea Safari Chair designed by Maurice Burke for Arkana Furniture in Scotland. The original black leather contrasts perfectly with the reddish teak patina frame...
Category
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 27.5 in W 24.63 in D 26.5 in
1970 Leather High Back Armchair , Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor sign of use
- Patinated leather in good condition
- Solid beech stained legs
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
1970 Teak Leather High Back Armchair, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor sign of use
- Patinated leather in good condition
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
1970s Yngve Ekström "Contino" Leather Armchair, Sweden
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition
- sturdy and stable
- Patinated leather in good condition
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Italian modern leather armchairs Hyaline by Fabio Lenci for Comfort Line, 1970s
By Fabio Lenci
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern leather armchairs Hyaline by Fabio Lenci for Comfort Line, 1970s
Pair of armchairs mod. Hyaline with rectangular base. The seat and backrest are composed of various cy...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 27.56 in W 28.75 in D 35.44 in
Midcentury "Siesta" Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway, 1970s
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Praha, CZ
- iconic model
- very confortable
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
H 31.89 in W 25.6 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Mid-Century French Leather Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A pair of good quality leather and wood armchairs.
France, c1970s.
Good quality stitched leather.
Good vintage condition, some scuffs and wear commensurate with age.
Price is for...
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Late 20th Century French Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
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Finding the Right Armchairs for You
Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.
Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.
In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.
Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.
When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.
If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.
If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.
Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.
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