What is a wing chair used for?

A wing chair is another name for a wingback chair, which features long armchair protrusions that were initially designed to shield the chair’s occupant from the drafts and intense heat radiating from a fireplace. It has a long backrest with sides at the top that point out like wings. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique and vintage wingback chairs.

What is the difference between a club chair and a wing chair?

Shape is the main difference between a club chair and a wing chair. Normally, a wing chair has a tall back that wraps inwards, making it look as if a pair of wings frames the chair. Club chairs tend to be lower, boxier and flanked by wide arms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of club chairs and wing chairs.

What dresses were popular in the 1940s?

A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.

What did Ladies Wear in the 1940s?

In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.

What is a 1940s style dress?

The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.

Which designer was called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s?

Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.

1940s Wing Chair

Fritz Hansen Sheepskin Armchair

Armchair High Back Vintage

Low Arm Chair

Christian Sorensen

Dagmar Design

Flemming Lassen High Back Lounge Chair

Wingback Chair By Fritz Hansen

Danish Cabinetmaker Chair

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Swedish Cabinetmaker Wingback Chair with Stained Wood Legs, Sweden, circa 1940s

$7,750

H 36.62 in W 36.62 in D 33.08 in

Fritz Hansen Model 1672 Sheepskin Wing Chair, 1940s

By Fritz Hansen

Located in London, England

Fritz Hansen - Model 1672 Wing Chair A large wing chair produced in Denmark in the 1940s by

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Fritz Hansen Model 1672 Sheepskin Wing Chair, 1940s

$9,546

H 41.74 in W 30.71 in D 31.5 in

1940s Italianate Mahogany and Sage Linen Upholstery Wing Chair

Located in Chicago, IL

Inspired design with Italian flair, this fully restored sculptural wing chair has exposed and

Category

Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Linen, Mahogany, Upholstery

1940s Italianate Mahogany and Sage Linen Upholstery Wing Chair

$3,600 Sale Price

20% Off

H 41.5 in W 25.5 in D 30 in

1940s Fritz Hansen Style Wing Back Lounge Chair with Mocha Brown Leather

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Danish modern wing back chair most likely manufactured by Fritz Hansen A/S in Denmark in the period

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

1940s Fritz Hansen Style Wing Back Lounge Chair with Mocha Brown Leather

$2,978

H 41.34 in W 28.75 in D 34.65 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Wing Back Chair in Sheepskin, Denmark, 1940s

Located in Hønefoss, 30

. This chair is renovated and reupholstered in premium brown sheepskin.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Velvet

Danish Cabinetmaker Wing Back Chair in Sheepskin, Denmark, 1940s

$5,681

H 38.98 in W 28.35 in D 36.62 in

1940s Unique Large Wing Chair in Wool Boucle, Restored

Located in Praha, CZ

- made in Czechoslovakia - quality wool boucle from Romo - Made of beechwood and walnut veneer

Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Walnut

1940s Unique Large Wing Chair in Wool Boucle, Restored

$4,289

H 37.8 in W 33.86 in D 35.04 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Wing Back Chair in Wool Velour, Denmark, 1940s

Located in Hønefoss, 30

chair is newly reupholstered in premium wool velour in a dark brown sophisticated color.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Velvet

Danish Cabinetmaker Wing Back Chair in Wool Velour, Denmark, 1940s

$4,304 Sale Price

40% Off

H 42.92 in W 29.93 in D 35.44 in

1940s Restored Wing Armchair in Boucle Fabric, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- Carefully refurbished - Newly upholstered

Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1940s Restored Wing Armchair in Boucle Fabric, Czechoslovakia

$3,455

H 34.26 in W 29.14 in D 33.08 in

Otto Schulz 1940s Sheepskin Swedish Wing Chair

By Otto Schulz

Located in London, England

Otto Schulz Wing chair, c1940s An imposing and impressive wing chair from Swedish master

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Elm

Otto Schulz 1940s Sheepskin Swedish Wing Chair

$11,639

H 41.74 in W 36.62 in D 33.86 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Wing-Back Chair with Stained Beech Legs, Denmark 1940s

Located in Utrecht, NL

accordingly, of this sophisticated wing-back chair. This unique model is a great representation of the quality

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Danish Cabinetmaker Wing-Back Chair with Stained Beech Legs, Denmark 1940s

$7,700

H 42.92 in W 27.76 in D 34.45 in

Recent Sales

Great pair of 1940 s/60 s chinoiserie decorated wing chairs

Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY

A very chic pair of mid century Asian style chinoiserie decorated wing chairs newly re-upholsterd

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Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs

Great pair of 1940 s/60 s chinoiserie decorated wing chairs

H 42 in W 28 in D 32 in

Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s Wing Chair

By Frits Henningsen

Located in London, England

1940s vintage wing chair in the manner of Frits Henningsen, produced in Denmark. The legs are

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s Wing Chair

H 32.68 in W 32.29 in L 32.68 in

Pair 1940s Wing Chairs In A Colorful Overscaled Houndstooth

Located in Chicago, IL

Inspired by the 1960s Carnaby Street ethos of unexpected patterns on traditional forms, these wing

Category

Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wool, Upholstery

Pair 1940s Wing Chairs In A Colorful Overscaled Houndstooth

H 44.5 in W 30 in D 26.5 in

Pair 1940s Wing Chairs In A Colorful Overscaled Houndstooth

Located in Chicago, IL

Inspired by the 1960s Carnaby Street ethos of unexpected patterns on traditional forms, these wing

Category

Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wool, Upholstery

Pair 1940s Wing Chairs In A Colorful Overscaled Houndstooth

H 44.5 in W 30 in D 26.5 in

Pair of 1940 s Wing Back Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Sophisticated wing back chairs with button backs and light tufting. Chairs have

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20th Century Chairs

Pair of 1940 s Wing Back Chairs

H 36 in W 30 in D 29.5 in

1940 s Low Back Wing/Occasional Chair

Located in New York, NY

Ebonized mahogany legs, upholstered in Scalamandre
silk with antique brass stud detailing.

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20th Century Bergere Chairs

1940 s Low Back Wing/Occasional Chair

H 30 in W 23 in D 23 in

Large beautiful Swedish Art Deco slipper wing-chair 1940 s.

Located in New York, NY

Large scale Swedish art deco slipper "wing" chair. Beautifully sculpted shape makes for a great

Category

20th Century Swedish Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Large beautiful Swedish Art Deco slipper wing-chair 1940 s.

H 33.5 in W 33.5 in D 33 in

Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s Boucle Wing Chair

By Christian Sorensen, Fritz Hansen

Located in London, England

1940s vintage wing chair in the manner of Fritz Hansen, produced in Copenhagen by Christian

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s Boucle Wing Chair

H 38.59 in W 30.71 in L 38.59 in

Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s Boucle Wing Chair

Located in London, England

Danish cabinetmaker - wing chair c1940s. Angular wing chair by an anonymous Danish cabinetmaker

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s Boucle Wing Chair

H 33.08 in W 29.93 in L 33.08 in

Fritz Hansen Large Highback Wing Chair, Denmark, 1940s

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Fritz Hansen large highback wing chair in shearling fabric. Denmark, circa 1940-1949.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Fritz Hansen Large Highback Wing Chair, Denmark, 1940s

H 43 in W 35 in D 33 in

Pair of 1940 s High Back WIng Chairs in Teal

Located in New York, NY

Stylized wing chairs with high back design. Upholstered in wool/silk teal sharkskin

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20th Century Wingback Chairs

Pair of 1940 s High Back WIng Chairs in Teal

H 39.25 in W 22.25 in D 25 in

Carl-Axel Acking Swedish Wing Chair, 1940s

By Carl-Axel Acking

Located in London, England

Carl-Axel Acking Wing chair, 1940s Rarely seen imposing wing chair from the Pioneer of the

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wool, Mahogany

Carl-Axel Acking Swedish Wing Chair, 1940s

H 35.44 in W 30.32 in L 35.44 in

Carl-Axel Acking Swedish Wing Chair, 1940s

By Elias Svedberg

Located in London, England

Carl-Axel Acking Wing chair, 1940s Rarely seen imposing wing chair from the Pioneer of the

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wool, Mahogany

Carl-Axel Acking Swedish Wing Chair, 1940s

H 35.44 in W 30.32 in L 35.44 in

Pair of 1940s faux bamboo wing back chairs

Located in St. Louis, MO

Pair of stylish 1940s high back wing chairs with faux bamboo legs. Ivory chenille fabric with a

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Vintage 1940s American Slipper Chairs

Pair of 1940s faux bamboo wing back chairs

H 39 in W 26 in D 29 in

Pair Uncommon 1940s Georgian Modern Wing Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

Uncommon pair of golden velvet wingback chairs. Georgian style wings with modern square dowel

Category

Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Velvet, Upholstery

Pair Uncommon 1940s Georgian Modern Wing Chairs

H 40.5 in W 32 in D 30 in

Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s Large Sheepskin Wing Chair

By Flemming Lassen

Located in London, England

1940-1950. The legs are stained beechwood and the chair has been completely reconditioned in our London

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s Large Sheepskin Wing Chair

H 39.38 in W 34.26 in D 36.23 in

Pair of Fritz Hansen 1940s Sheepskin Wing Chairs

By Fritz Hansen

Located in London, England

Pair of Fritz Hansen Model 1672 wing chairs Large wing chairs produced in Denmark in the 1940s

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Pair of Fritz Hansen 1940s Sheepskin Wing Chairs

H 41.74 in W 29.93 in D 31.5 in

Pair of Christian Sorensen 1940s Danish Boucle Wing Chairs

By Christian Sorensen, Fritz Hansen

Located in London, England

1940s vintage wing chair in the manner of Fritz Hansen, produced in Copenhagen by Christian

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Pair of Christian Sorensen 1940s Danish Boucle Wing Chairs

H 38.59 in W 30.71 in D 31.5 in

Pair of Uncommon 1940s Georgian Modern Wing Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

Uncommon pair of golden velvet wingback chairs. Georgian style wings with modern square dowel

Category

Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Velvet, Upholstery

Pair of Uncommon 1940s Georgian Modern Wing Chairs

H 40.5 in W 32 in D 30 in

1940´s Pair of Wing Armchairs, solid oak, black wool - France

Located in Girona, Girona

Pair of wing armchairs, solid French polished oak, new black wool upholstery. France, circa 1940.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

1940´s Pair of Wing Armchairs, solid oak, black wool - France

H 38.98 in W 25.6 in D 31.5 in

Custom Made 1940s Style Boucle Wing Chair

Located in London, England

Dagmar design custom-made upholstered range A custom made wing chair developed and produced at

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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Custom Made 1940s Style Boucle Wing Chair

H 38.59 in W 30.71 in D 31.5 in

1940s Pair of Large Wing Chairs, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- Suitable for new upholstery - Springs in good condition - Chairs are sturdy and stable

Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1940s Pair of Large Wing Chairs, Czechoslovakia

H 37.01 in W 29.14 in D 38.59 in

1940s Swedish Lamb Leather Wing Chairs Armchairs

Located in Farmingdale, NJ

Exquisite in their condition for their age, great patina to arm rests showing their antique age, they look quite modern. From the estate of a local judge. A rare find in this conditi...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

1940s Swedish Lamb Leather Wing Chairs Armchairs

H 34.5 in W 26.5 in D 29 in

Pair Of 1940s Low-Arm Wing Chairs With Flamestitch Upholstery

Located in Chicago, IL

Stylish variation of the traditional wingback chair, in the manner of Grosfeld House. Low arms

Category

20th Century American Club Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery

Pair Of 1940s Low-Arm Wing Chairs With Flamestitch Upholstery

H 39.5 in W 31 in D 32.5 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Wing Back Chair in Sheepskin, Denmark, 1940s

Located in Hønefoss, 30

A 1940s Danish Cabinetmaker wing back lounge chair with beautiful curves. The chair is newly

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin

Danish Cabinetmaker Wing Back Chair in Sheepskin, Denmark, 1940s

H 38.59 in W 35.44 in D 41.34 in

1940s Regence Wing Back Arm Chair Ottoman In Camel Velvet

Located in Chicago, IL

Twentieth century recreation of a classic Regence bergere with exaggerated wingback. The seat is quite comfortable and is almost wide enough for two. The camel velvet upholstery is s...

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Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Velvet

1940s Regence Wing Back Arm Chair Ottoman In Camel Velvet

H 44 in W 32 in D 36 in

Danish Wing Back Armchair in the style of Mogens Lassen, Denmark, c. 1940’s

By Mogens Lassen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Wing back armchair in the style of Mogens Lassen, Denmark, c. 1940’s Measures: H 42, W 31.5, D 30

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Danish Wing Back Armchair in the style of Mogens Lassen, Denmark, c. 1940’s

H 42 in W 31.5 in D 30 in

Sculptural Pair Of 1940s Barrel Back Wing Chairs In Ivory Moire

Located in Chicago, IL

An elegant and unusual pair of wing chairs with curvaceous lines. The original upholstery is

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Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Pair Of 1940s Barrel Back Wing Chairs In Ivory Moire

H 40 in W 29 in D 25 in

Pair of Custom Made 1940s Style Boucle Wing Chairs

Located in London, England

Dagmar design custom-made upholstered range A pair of custom made wing chairs developed and

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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Beech

Pair of Custom Made 1940s Style Boucle Wing Chairs

H 38.59 in W 30.71 in D 31.5 in

1940 s American Wing-Chair

Located in Doylestown, PA

An unusual upholstered wing-chair in figured maple, American, circa 1940, recently re-upholstered.

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Vintage 1940s American Armchairs

Materials

Wood

1940 s American Wing-Chair

H 18 in W 29 in D 34 in

1940s Italianate Mahogany Sage Upholstery Wing Chiar

Located in Chicago, IL

Inspired design with Italian flair, this fully restored sculptural wing chair has exposed and

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Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery, Linen

1940s Italianate Mahogany Sage Upholstery Wing Chiar

H 41.5 in W 25.5 in D 30 in

Very Rare Wing Back Chair in French Velvet Designed by Kay Fisker, 1940s

Located in Lejre, DK

Rare wing back chair in new velvet and ashwood legs, designed by Kay Fisker. This example

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Ash

Very Rare Wing Back Chair in French Velvet Designed by Kay Fisker, 1940s

H 40.56 in W 28.75 in D 25.2 in

1940s Regence Wing Back Arm Chair Ottoman In Camel Velvet

Located in Chicago, IL

Twentieth century recreation of a classic Regence bergere with exaggerated wingback. The seat is quite comfortable and is almost wide enough for two. The camel velvet upholstery is s...

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Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs

1940s Regence Wing Back Arm Chair Ottoman In Camel Velvet

H 44 in W 32 in D 36 in

Pair Low-Arm Wing Chairs In Grosfeld House Manner

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of circa 1940's low arm wing chairs upholstered in a fruit and foliage tapestry. Mahogany

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Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Tapestry, Upholstery

Pair Low-Arm Wing Chairs In Grosfeld House Manner

H 42 in W 32 in D 32 in

Large-Scaled Pair of Swedish 1940s Wingback Chairs with Bentwood Arms

Located in San Francisco, CA

A large-scaled pair of Swedish 1940's wing back chairs with bentwood arms; each with large padded

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Wingback Chairs

Large-Scaled Pair of Swedish 1940s Wingback Chairs with Bentwood Arms

H 35 in W 29 in D 33 in

A 1940s Deminutive Wing Chair

Located in Bellport, NY

Unusual diminutive English Wing chair,probably custom.With a Gondola form back,new upholstery, in

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20th Century English Armchairs

Materials

Cotton

A 1940s Deminutive Wing Chair

H 32 in W 31 in D 32 in

1940s Finnish Cabinetmaker Velvet Wing Chair

Located in London, England

This wing chair is a wonderful example of pre-war Finnish design with organic, curvaceous profile

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Elm

1940s Finnish Cabinetmaker Velvet Wing Chair

H 37.01 in W 31.5 in D 33.47 in

Fritz Hansen Style 1940s Sheepskin Wing Chairs

By Fritz Hansen, Christian Sorensen

Located in London, England

Pair of 1940s vintage wing chairs in the manner of Fritz Hansen, produced in Copenhagen by

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Fritz Hansen Style 1940s Sheepskin Wing Chairs

H 38.59 in W 30.71 in L 38.59 in

Fritz Hansen Style 1940s Sheepskin Wing Chairs

By Fritz Hansen, Christian Sorensen

Located in London, England

Pair of 1940s vintage wing chairs in the manner of Fritz Hansen, produced in Copenhagen by

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Fritz Hansen Style 1940s Sheepskin Wing Chairs

H 38.59 in W 30.71 in L 38.59 in

Leather Wingback Chair

Located in Napa, CA

1940's English leather wing back chair with wonderful patina. Nail head trim and mahogany legs. The

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Vintage 1940s English Georgian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Leather Wingback Chair

1940s Modern Wing Chair By Marden Chicago

Located in Chicago, IL

Similar to some Tommi Parzinger designs, this terrific wing chair is upholstered in the original

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Vintage 1940s American Armchairs

1940s Modern Wing Chair By Marden Chicago

H 43.75 in W 30 in D 37.5 in

Danish Modern Wingback Lounge Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

stunning 1940s Danish Mobler wing back lounge chair, oak frame with sculptural arms and original

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Danish Modern Wingback Lounge Chair

H 43.5 in W 26.5 in L 43.5 in

Custom Made 1940s Style Sheepskin Wing Chair

By Fritz Hansen, Christian Sorensen

Located in London, England

Dagmar Design Custom-Made Upholstered Range A custom made wing chair developed and produced at our

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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Custom Made 1940s Style Sheepskin Wing Chair

H 38.59 in W 30.71 in D 31.5 in

Restored 1940s Chesterfield Wing Back Brown Leather Directors Captains Chair

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning very rare original circa 1940s hand dyed fully

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Vintage 1940s English Chesterfield Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Restored 1940s Chesterfield Wing Back Brown Leather Directors Captains Chair

H 43.31 in W 33.86 in D 33.08 in

Mid Century Wing Chair

Located in Houston, TX

1940's French Louis XVI Style Wing Chair. Has Been Reupholstered At Some Point. Very Chic, Great

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Vintage 1940s French Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Mid Century Wing Chair

H 42.5 in W 36 in D 36 in

Pair Of 1940s Low-Arm Wing Chairs With Flamestitch Upholstery

Located in Chicago, IL

Stylish variation of the traditional wingback chair, in the manner of Grosfeld House. Low arms, and

Category

Vintage 1940s American Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery

Pair Of 1940s Low-Arm Wing Chairs With Flamestitch Upholstery

H 39.5 in W 30 in D 32.5 in

Pair 1940s Blue Cream Striped Wing Chairs With Rolled Backs

Located in Chicago, IL

Cream and blue stripe upholstery with carved mahogany legs.

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Vintage 1940s American Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Pair 1940s Blue Cream Striped Wing Chairs With Rolled Backs

H 41 in W 29.5 in D 31 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Sheepskin Lounge Chair, c1940s

Located in London, England

Danish Cabinetmaker Sheepskin Armchair, circa 1940s. This large wing chair produced by a Danish

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Vintage 1940s European Scandinavian Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Sheepskin Lounge Chair, c1940s

H 37.41 in W 34.65 in D 33.86 in

Pair of 1940s Armchairs Wing Chairs with New Upholstery and Ebonized Legs

Located in West Hartford, CT

Recently reupholstered and ebonization of carved legs makes this 1940s pair of wing chairs a must

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Vintage 1940s American Baroque Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood

Pair of 1940s Armchairs Wing Chairs with New Upholstery and Ebonized Legs

H 35 in W 32 in L 35 in

Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s Wing Chair

By Frits Henningsen

Located in London, England

1940s vintage wing chair in the manner of Frits Henningsen, produced in Denmark. The legs are

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Wool

Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s Wing Chair

H 41.74 in W 32.29 in D 32.68 in

Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s Wing Chair

By Frits Henningsen

Located in London, England

1940s vintage wing chair in the manner of Frits Henningsen, produced in Denmark. The legs are

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker 1940s Wing Chair

H 41.74 in W 32.29 in D 32.68 in

Pair of 1940s Wing Chairs in Colorful Overscaled Houndstooth Wool

Located in Chicago, IL

Inspired by the 1960s Carnaby Street ethos of unexpected patterns on traditional forms, these wing

Category

Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Maple, Wood, Wool

Pair of 1940s Wing Chairs in Colorful Overscaled Houndstooth Wool

H 44.5 in W 30 in D 26.5 in

1940s American Rustic Wide Paddle Arm Maple Lounge Chairs

By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company, Sykes Furniture Company

Located in Rochester, NY

. When originally manufactured they were sold as a true set with one chair having more of a wing design

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Vintage 1940s American Rustic Lounge Chairs

Materials

Maple

1940s American Rustic Wide Paddle Arm Maple Lounge Chairs

H 32 in W 37 in D 34 in

Wing Chair, Italy, 1940s

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Wolfurt, AT

Wing chair, Italy, 1940s. The chair has the original cover. The pillowcase is missing.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Textile, Wood

Wing Chair, Italy, 1940s

H 42.13 in W 30.32 in D 31.5 in

1940s Danish Wing Chair

Located in Praha, CZ

- Good original upholstery with minor signs of use - The wooden parts have been refurbished.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1940s Danish Wing Chair

H 36.23 in W 29.14 in D 31.5 in

Danish Cabinetmaker Sheepskin Wing Chair, 1940s

By Fritz Hansen

Located in London, England

Danish Cabinetmaker Wing Chair A large wing chair produced in Denmark in the 1940s. The tapered

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech

Danish Cabinetmaker Sheepskin Wing Chair, 1940s

H 41.74 in W 29.93 in D 31.5 in

Frits Henningsen Oak Wing Chair, circa 1940s

By Frits Henningsen

Located in New York, NY

A rare Danish upholstered and polished oak wing chair, by cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen, Copenhagen

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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

Frits Henningsen Oak Wing Chair, circa 1940s

H 42 in W 26.25 in D 28 in

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A pair of elegant armchairs designed by Ilmari Lappalainen and manufactured by Asko Oy in Finland in the 1950s. Apart from the reupholstery the chair bodies are in original and very ...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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$7,435 / set

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Wonderful set of 6 chairs and 2 armchairs in the French Louis XVI pure line. Simple and chic.

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

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Located in TEYJAT, FR

Rare Pair of Art Nouveau Silver-Plated Vases by WMF (c.1900) A striking and rare pair of silver-plated Art Nouveau vases by WMF (Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik), circa 1900. Eac...

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Antique Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Rare Pair of ART NOUVEAU Vases by WMF, Circa 1900

$1,854 / set

H 10.63 in Dm 5.91 in

Stingray Chandelier Brass by 101 Copenhagen

Located in Geneve, CH

Stingray chandelier brass by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl. Dimensions: L 152 cm x W 121 cm x H 70 cm Materials: Brass Lampshade & Ceiling cup: 100...

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2010s Danish Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Stingray Chandelier Brass by 101 Copenhagen

$2,631 / item

H 27.56 in W 59.85 in D 47.64 in

Contemporary Organic Modern Moroccan Handmade Terracotta Ceramic Coat Racks

Located in Marseille, FR

- Handbuilt ceramic coat hook - made of clay collected from the potter's surroundings. - made in the Moroccan Rif mountains by the potter Houda. - co-created by the potter Houda x me...

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2010s Moroccan Organic Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Clay, Earthenware

Contemporary Organic Modern Moroccan Handmade Terracotta Ceramic Coat Racks

$305 Sale Price / set

20% Off

H 3.9 in W 2.1 in D 3.3 in

French Caned King Bed

Located in Westwood, NJ

Featuring an ebonized, carved oak frame and an iconic Bonnet-style headboard, this bed radiates sophistication and elegance. The natural cane is meticulously woven on both sides of ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Cane, Wood

French Caned King Bed

$16,229 / item

H 73 in W 80.63 in D 85 in

Art Deco Console Table

Located in Westwood, NJ

Deco style Hyedua veneered console table, the rectangular top supported by two offset pewter Argento panels hand-painted with flying cranes and with acrylic bases and capitals, on a ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Console Table

$6,447 / item

H 36.25 in W 60 in D 12 in

Orbitale Brass Chandelier 5 Rotating Balanced Arms, Stilnovo Style, Brass Shades

By Silvio Piattelli, Stilnovo

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

This stunning bespoke brass chandelier is cleverly designed to work perfectly with lower ceilings. It features five rotating arms with a minimum height of 28 in. (70 cm). The arms ar...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Metal, Brass

Orbitale Brass Chandelier 5 Rotating Balanced Arms, Stilnovo Style, Brass Shades

$5,263 / item

H 27.56 in Dm 55.91 in

Ernesto Valabrega Rare Armchair in Oak

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ernesto Valabrega, armchair, oak, fabric, Italy, ca. 1935 A lounge chair in oak and beige floral patterned upholstery by Italian designer Ernesto Valabrega. The expansive upholstere...

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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Ernesto Valabrega Rare Armchair in Oak

$3,725

H 33.27 in W 24.02 in D 21.66 in

Tito Agnoli for Bonacina Rattan Armchair Mod.P3, Italy 1960s

By Bonacina, Tito Agnoli

Located in Naples, IT

Chaise longue/armchair made entirely of rattan mod. P3 by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, 1960s. The structure is composed of a single component that "bends" to form the inclined backres...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Rattan

Tito Agnoli for Bonacina Rattan Armchair Mod.P3, Italy 1960s

$2,323

H 26.78 in W 40.56 in D 24.41 in

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

$669 Sale Price / item

55% Off

H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Fine and Important Pair of Polychrome Decorated Giltwood Mirrors

Located in London, GB

Each with a rectangular plate within a stiff leaf, entwined vine and fleur de lis carved surround, the cresting centred by an armorial shield for the Thorold baronets surmounted by a...

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Antique Mid-18th Century Baroque Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Fine and Important Pair of Polychrome Decorated Giltwood Mirrors

$130,092 / set

H 59.45 in W 46.07 in D 4.73 in

Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Three Door Wardrobe

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique Victorian quality figured mahogany three door wardrobe having a quality figured mahogany shaped cornice above three figured mahogany moulded panelled arch top doors with eigh...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Other

Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Three Door Wardrobe

$5,470

H 77.96 in W 72.45 in D 24.81 in

Guillerme et Chambron Oak Lounge Chair / Armchair No. 2, France, 1960s

By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A nice oak Guillerme et Chambron lounge chair / armchair, France, 1960s. Edition Votre Maison. Good original condition with cushions newly upholstered in Rose Uniacke textured linen....

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Guillerme et Chambron Oak Lounge Chair / Armchair No. 2, France, 1960s

$5,769

H 35.83 in W 27.56 in D 29.93 in

Circa 1880 Italian Large Gilt wood LXV Style Confidente Sofa

Located in London, Park Royal

A rare antique find from Tuscany Italy. This 'Confidante' sofa, circa 1880, is in beautiful condition. The large frame is finely carved in the LXV style, with its original water gild...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Louis XV Sofas

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Gold, Gold Leaf

Circa 1880 Italian Large Gilt wood LXV Style Confidente Sofa

$11,557

H 18.9 in W 112.21 in D 33.47 in

19th Century Venetian Baroque Sofa, Settee, Hand-Carved walnut

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Code: FH59 Venetian 19th century Baroque settee, sofa with upholstery in good condition, hand-carved walnut frame . For new custom upholstery 1200 euros

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Sofas

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Venetian Baroque Sofa, Settee, Hand-Carved walnut

$7,745

H 39.38 in W 78.75 in D 31.5 in

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1940s Wing Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1940s wing chair for your home. A 1940s wing chair — often made from wood, fabric and upholstery — can elevate any home. There are 149 variations of the antique or vintage 1940s wing chair you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the 1940s wing chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A 1940s wing chair, designed in the Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one 1940s wing chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Fritz Hansen, Christian Sorensen and Edward Wormley produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a 1940s Wing Chair?

Prices for a 1940s wing chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $500 and can go as high as $25,424, while the average can fetch as much as $4,750.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About 1940s Wing Chair

What is a wing chair used for?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
A wing chair is another name for a wingback chair, which features long armchair protrusions that were initially designed to shield the chair’s occupant from the drafts and intense heat radiating from a fireplace. It has a long backrest with sides at the top that point out like wings. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique and vintage wingback chairs.
What is the difference between a club chair and a wing chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
Shape is the main difference between a club chair and a wing chair. Normally, a wing chair has a tall back that wraps inwards, making it look as if a pair of wings frames the chair. Club chairs tend to be lower, boxier and flanked by wide arms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of club chairs and wing chairs.
What dresses were popular in the 1940s?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
What did Ladies Wear in the 1940s?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
What is a 1940s style dress?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
Which designer was called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.

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