Georgian Wingback Chair
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Mahogany, Leather
Antique 18th Century Georgian Armchairs
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century British Georgian Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Textile, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Textile, Velvet, Mahogany
Antique 1890s English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Linen
Antique 19th Century Irish Wingback Chairs
Mahogany, Satinwood
Vintage 1930s American Wingback Chairs
Wood, Mahogany, Silk, Upholstery
Antique 1830s British Georgian Armchairs
Calico, Natural Fiber
Antique Late 18th Century British George III Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Wood, Oak
20th Century British Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Beech
Antique 18th Century British Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
20th Century American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Antique Late 19th Century Wingback Chairs
Upholstery
Antique Late 19th Century Wingback Chairs
Late 20th Century Wingback Chairs
Bentwood
20th Century Irish Wingback Chairs
2010s British Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Georgian Wingback Chairs
Brass
20th Century American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1970s English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Mohair, Wood
20th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Brass
20th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Brass
Antique 19th Century Wingback Chairs
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Brass
20th Century American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Faux Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century North American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Unknown Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century Unknown Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Fabric, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Great Britain (UK) George II Wingback Chairs
Mahogany, Linen
Early 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Leather
Early 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1940s English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s European Georgian Wingback Chairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Chippendale Wingback Chairs
Leather
20th Century American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Brass
Antique 19th Century Wingback Chairs
Beech
Mid-20th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Wood
Early 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Early 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Walnut
20th Century English George III Wingback Chairs
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Mohair, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
20th Century British Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1970s British Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
20th Century British Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
Antique 1780s English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
Antique 1780s English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
20th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
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Finding the Right Wingback-chairs for You
They may not offer structural support, but the wings on antique and vintage wingback chairs certainly do have a purpose or did, when the design was first conceived in England in the 1600s.
Back then, the armchair protrusions were meant to protect the sitter from drafts and from the strong heat radiating from the large fireplaces that were popular at the time. This explains why the wingback is so strongly associated with cozying up by the fireplace.
Although the functional aspect of a wingback may be obsolete in the 21st century, the chairs have maintained their popularity over the years and have seen waves of revivals, from mid-century modern spinoffs to playful contemporary adaptations (like the Bear chair by Pierre Yovanovitch, wherein the place of wings are furry ears — a cheeky send-up of Hans Wegner’s iconic mid-century Papa Bear chair).
Shop the most innovative versions of wingback chairs today on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The purpose of a wingback chair is to provide seating. Usually, these upholstered chairs go in seating areas and allow people to rest comfortably while carrying on conversations, reading and performing other activities. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage wingback chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Wingback chairs emerged during the 17th-century era. The wings on classic wingback chairs certainly do have a purpose, or did, when they were first conceived in England in the 1600s. Back then, the armchair protrusions were meant to protect the sitter from drafts and from the strong heat radiating from the large fireplaces that were popular at the time. This explanation is why the wingback is strongly associated with cozying up by the fireplace. Although the functional aspect of a wingback may be obsolete in the 21st century, the chairs have maintained their popularity over the years. Shop a selection of wingback chairs on 1stDibs.
- What are wingback chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Wingback chairs are sometimes called fireside chairs, easy chairs or grandfather chairs. However, many people simply call them wingback chairs or wing chairs. The name comes from the two curved wings mounted on the sides of the backrest. On 1stDibs, find a variety of wingback chairs.
- Is a wingback chair comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether a wingback chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many wingback chairs feature plush cushioning, and the tall backs can provide ample back support. A wingback’s protruding arms were initially designed to protect a sitter from drafts or intense heat from a fireplace. This may be obsolete in the 21st century, but the chairs have maintained their popularity over the years and have seen waves of revivals, from mid-century modern spin offs to playful contemporary adaptations (like the Bear chair by Pierre Yovanovitch, wherein the place of wings are furry ears — a cheeky send-up of Hans Wegner’s iconic mid-century Papa Bear chair). On 1stDibs, shop a range of wingback chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023There is no hard and fast rule about where a wingback chair should be placed. Historically, people used the large chairs in front of block drafts, and you can continue this tradition in your home. Alternatively, you can place one wherever it fits the layout of your room. To show off the distinctive shape of the chair, it is a good idea to position it somewhere that allows it to be viewed from the sides and back as well as the front. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wingback chairs.








