Of all chairs in our home the armchair is perhaps our most important. It is the chair we trust the most to relax us after a long day and put us in the right mood. Although armchairs today are usually low and open (since we have warm centrally heated houses), antique versions are often taller with padded baffled sides to keep in the radiated heat from the fire and raised exposed legs so you can clean underneath it easily. This traditional form envelopes us in its upholstered splendour and when it retains its original covers, the unapologetic wear adds a warmth and honesty we admire. Here 19th Century chair designs are great for their look and practicality.
As the 20th Century began the rigorous study of ergonomics would play a giant part in the overall design and form of our armchairs. From the minimalist approaches of Bauhaus to the sculptural excesses of Art Deco or Modernism, the armchair soon became a finely engineered work of art. It is hardly surprising therefore that Armchairs are often the visual focal point to many rooms.
At LoveAntiques we have an amazing selection of classic antique and stylish vintage armchairs for all your needs and budgets.
Large Proportioned 19th Century Buttoned Back Armchair by Hamptons & Sons
£ 1,895
TallBoy Interiors
Georgian Barrel Back Armchair Upholstered in Recycled Cotton Fabric
£ 2,895
TallBoy Interiors
Vintage Swedish Armchair in Walnut & Leather by Inge Andersson
£ 2,850
Marylebone Antiques
19th Century English Country House Deep Seated Spoon Back Armchair
£ 1,695
TallBoy Interiors
Early 20th Century Very Large Deep Seated Country House Armchair
£ 2,295
TallBoy Interiors
Fine Pair of 19th Century Regency-style Giltwood Upholstered Open Armchairs
£ 1,550
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Stunning Pair of French Leather Club Chairs Chapeaux de Gendarme c.1950
£ 2,650
The Club Chair Studio @ Matt Black Interiors
Pair of Vintage Leather Armchairs by Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo
£ 1,200
Marylebone Antiques
Pair of 19th Century Buttoned Back Armchairs with Matching Stool
£ 2,495
TallBoy Interiors
Pair of Vintage Iron and Leather Armchairs by Frederic Weinberg
£ 1,650
Marylebone Antiques
Full Sized Oak-framed Orkney Chair by David Kirkness of Kirkwall, Orkney - All in Perfect Condition
£ 1,790
Georgian Antiques
