Sheraton Wing Chair
2010s American Sheraton Wingback Chairs
Jute, Cotton, Upholstery, Mahogany, Maple
Recent Sales
Antique Early 1800s American Sheraton Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Antique Early 1800s American Sheraton Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Wingback Chairs
Mahogany, Upholstery
Antique 1810s American Sheraton Wingback Chairs
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Wingback Chairs
Brass
Early 20th Century American Sheraton Chairs
Antique Early 19th Century American Sheraton Wingback Chairs
Mahogany
People Also Browsed
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Ormolu
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Rattan, Wicker
21st Century and Contemporary American Chesterfield Sofas
Leather
Antique Early 18th Century French Baroque Western European Rugs
Wool, Silk
Vintage 1940s French Louis XV Sofas
Wood
20th Century Sheraton Sofas
Fabric, Wood
20th Century Louis XVI Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Armchairs
Cherry
Mid-20th Century Wingback Chairs
Fabric
Early 20th Century English George II Sofas
Upholstery, Walnut
Late 20th Century English Musical Instruments
Other
Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Wingback Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
2010s British Louis XVI Sofas
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Ormolu
Antique 19th Century Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Italian Empire Dressers
Mahogany
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.
- What is a wing chair used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024Shape 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.


