Georgian Wingback Chair
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Antique Early 1800s English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
20th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
Antique 1860s American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Vintage 1960s British Victorian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Beech
1990s American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Down, Leather, Oak
Antique 19th Century British Georgian Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Antique 18th Century Irish Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Georgian Wingback Chairs
Antique Late 18th Century English Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s European Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Leather
Antique 19th Century Irish Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Georgian Wingback Chairs
Wool, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Georgian Wingback Chairs
Wool, Mahogany
Vintage 1930s English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Antique 19th Century Irish Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Linen
Antique 1830s British Georgian Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Antique 1830s British Georgian Wingback Chairs
Faux Leather, Mahogany
Antique 1790s British Georgian Wingback Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Vintage 1930s Unknown Wingback Chairs
Paint, Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1940s English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Walnut, Leather
Antique 18th Century English George III Wingback Chairs
Ultrasuede
Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs
Mahogany, Velvet, Upholstery
1990s Italian Georgian Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs
Mahogany, Velvet, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century English George III Wingback Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1920s English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Wingback Chairs
20th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
20th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Wingback Chairs
20th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather
Early 20th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Wingback Chairs
Velvet, Mahogany
Vintage 1930s English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Wingback Chairs
Leather
Early 20th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century British Wingback Chairs
Leather, Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Early 20th Century British Georgian Wingback Chairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century British Georgian Wingback Chairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century British Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
2010s British Wingback Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1920s English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Wood, Upholstery, Linen
Vintage 1940s American Georgian Wingback Chairs
Mahogany, Linen
2010s American 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.








