Though wingback chairs may seem more at home in a traditional country home than a modern loft apartment, there are several companies making updated versions that will work in any space. If you love the high back and solid arms of a wingback chair, then check out these fresh takes that help modernize a classic chair.
Dylan Leather Chair from Crate & Barrel:The sleek curves and narrow arms of this updated wingback combine with the classic nailhead trim to create a stunning leather wingback ready for any interior.
Chelsea Wing Chair from Williams Sonoma Home: This wingback chair features a curved back that softens the lines of the original and is available in a wide variety of colors and fabrics.
Wegner Wing Chair from Room & Board: This fabulous wingback was actually updated back in 1960, so though it looks as fresh today as it did then, it now qualifies as a classic in its own right.
Belfort Wingback Upholstered Dining Chair from Restoration Hardware: Though this wingback has recognizable lines, the dimensions have been reduced to transform it from a sitting room to a dining room chair- a wonderful reinterpretation of a classic.
Seagrass Wingback Armchair from Pottery Barn: This chair features a traditional wingback chair in a non-traditional natural material. Though designed for sun-rooms and patios, this chair made of an eco-friendly renewable resource is relaxed enough to work in a casual living or family room.
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I have a matching pair of wingback chairs and the arms are different. On is higher than the other. I've always wondered if there was a reason that they are like that.
@andrea_xtina
"Papa" and "mama" chairs, maybe? One chair being for a taller person, the other for a shorter person? I know nothing of wing chairs, per se, but I know my 1950-60s "almost-matching but one is slightly smaller and usually has a lower back than the other" armchair meme.
Ok, looking at that again: Did you mean that both arms of one chair are higher than the arms of the other chair, or that on each chair, the arm on one side is higher than the arm on the facing side?
If the latter, then ignore what I said above. If that's true, it's probably something to do with one side being towards the fireplace and protecting your arm from heat or sparks, maybe?
The Wenger chair is nice - but not at more than $5,000!
miss seeing wing backs as I think they are a great design and fabulous as a reading chair...
glad to see they are making something of a comeback...
maureen
american leather's mccarthy chair is pretty amazing as well.
A wingback chair is definitely on my wish list for the living room. I'm trying to choose between these:
1) Louis in cognac leather: http://www.roomandboard.com/rnb/product/detail.do?productGroup=2685&catalog=filter&menuCatalog=room&menuSubcategory=201206
and 2) the Parker in fawn with nickel nail head trim: http://www.ethanallen.com/product?productId=3723213&categoryId=8207