A chair, usually upholstered, with extended wings on either side of the head rest, essentially to keep draughts away from the occupant. Introduced in the early 18th century they have remained popular ever since. Their other advantage is that they help to hide the sitter from view which is convenient for the reader who does not wish to be interrupted.

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A fabulous George 1 walnut and 18th century tapestry wing-back…

18th Century Tapestry Wing-Back Armchair, George I Walnut English

A fabulous George 1 walnut and 18th century tapestry wing-back armchair. English circa 1725. This wonderful wing armchair which the current private vendor acquired from the prestigious antiques dealership of John Dunn Antiques of Melbourne, dates from the…

A Georgian gentleman's wing chair, upholstered in Burgundy…

Burgundy Leather Wing Chair, Georgian Style

A Georgian gentleman's wing chair, upholstered in Burgundy leather with bronze studs, shaped cushion, tapered and reeded front legs. England, circa 1820. Provenance: from the contents of Swanton (built 1827), Sutton Forrest, NSW

George III wing back leather chair, c. 1810, tufted taupe…

George III Wing Back Leather Chair

George III wing back leather chair, c. 1810, tufted taupe leather with brass nailhead studs around the silhouette, height 112 cm, width 86 cm, depth 82 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney

An ash rush seated spindle and wing back chair, English, 19th…

19th Century English Ash Spindle Wingback Chair

An ash rush seated spindle and wing back chair, English, 19th century

A George II walnut wing armchair, English circa 1740. 113 cm…

George II Walnut Wing Armchair, 1740

A George II walnut wing armchair, English circa 1740. 113 cm high, 94 cm wide. Provenance: Private Collection, Melbourne