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.
Country House and Eastern Interiors
Howard & Sons Armchair in Queen Anne Style
£ 1,500
Georgian Antiques
Pair of George III Inlaid Armchairs
£ 2,250
Rams Head Antiques
Antique 19th Century Oak Wainscot Chair
£ 345
Gildersleve Antiques
Medium High Back Spindle Armchair
£ 195
London City Antiques
Outstanding Quality Antique Quality Rosewood Reclining Armchair
£ 3,650
Outstanding Quality Antique Quality Rosewood Reclining Armchair
£ 3,650
London City Antiques
Georgian Antiques
Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Mahogany Armchair
£ 875
Penderyn Antiques
Antique 19th Century Upholstered Bobbin Armchair
£ 595
Marylebone Antiques
Pair of Art Deco Armchairs in Satin Birch
£ 3,150
London City Antiques
Unusual Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Carved Walnut Armchairs
£ 2,400
Unusual Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Carved Walnut Armchairs
£ 2,400
London City Antiques
Campbell Vintage
Pair of Regency Armchairs with Brass Inlay & Cane Seats
£ 1,480
LT Antiques
Victorian Oak & Leather Library Armchair
£ 695
£ 625
Lascombe Interiors
Pair of Gustavian Inspired Open Arm Chairs
£ 1,195
FB Antiques
Pair 20th Century Arm Chairs
£ 325
Harmony Antiques
Antique French Napoleon III Armchair
£ 265
Harmony Antiques
Antique French Napoleon III Tub Armchair
£ 295
Millers Antiques
Pair of Upholstered Armchairs Dated 1910
£ 1,650
Harmony Antiques
Pair of Antique French Napoleon III Scroll Top Armchairs
£ 745
Town House Traders Ltd
Antique Elm Country Armchair
£ 190
Harmony Antiques
Antique French Napoleon III High Back Armchair
£ 295
Harmony Antiques
Pair of French Oak Os De Mouton Armchairs
£ 345
Rettendon Antiques
Pair of 20th Century Mahogany Chairs
£ 325
Church Street Antiques
Pair of Victorian Upholstered Armchairs
£ 3,850
Millers Antiques
19th Century Ebonised Armchair
£ 750
£ 385
Marylebone Antiques
Pair of Art Deco Period Satin Birch Armchairs
£ 2,750
£ 795
B Southgate
Pair of French Leather Club Chairs
£ 2,250
Town House Traders Ltd
Antique English Upholstered Country House Armchair
£ 290
London City Antiques
Fine Quality Pair of Antique Carved Mahogany Armchairs
£ 1,685
Victoria Antiques
Nice Gilt French Armchair in a Blue Damask
£ 275
£ 1,250
Pair of Vintage Leather Kengu Armchairs by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim for Rykken
£ 1,250
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Antique Victorian Inlaid Rosewood Armchair
£ 995
CS & T Ornate Objects & Furniture
A Pair of Art Deco Mahogany Framed Armchairs, White Boucle Upholstery 1920s
£ 795
A Pair of Art Deco Mahogany Framed Armchairs, White Boucle Upholstery 1920s
£ 795
CS & T Ornate Objects & Furniture
Rams Head Antiques
Charming William IV Mahogany Armchair
£ 285
Town House Traders Ltd
Pair of Antique Walnut Fauteuil Armchairs
£ 480
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 19th Century Armchair in Mahogany
£ 385
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 18th Century Hepplewhite Open Armchair in Mahogany
£ 385
London City Antiques
Large Antique Victorian Quality Carved Oak Throne Chair
£ 1,085
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Armchair in Mahogany
£ 585