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Traditional Wingback Chair

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Associated with elegance and classic design, a traditional wingback chair is always a favorite when creating formal arrangements in sitting areas. Wingback chairs exude a refined level of sophistication and are versatile enough to be used in various settings and interior styles. They come in different forms, with tufted or plain back designs or various back heights. Take a look at these recommendations from our design experts and take the step to owning your dream wingback chair today.

8 Recommendations and 153 Ideas

Updated 28/09/2022
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Transitional Wingback

Transitional Wingback

Crafted from a solid birch frame, this traditional wingback chair brings a timeless and refined appeal to any space. It features button-tufted diamond stitching at the back with waterfall channel tufting in the seat and turned wooden legs.

Designer Advice:

The combination of minimalistic curves and elegant stitches lend this piece versatility that can be applied from classical to contemporary interiors. Its darker fabric options are perfect for traditional settings, while the light beige and silver pieces are ideal for modern farmhouses and transitional interiors. Meanwhile, the teal blue one would look amazing in pastel cottage-style living rooms or bedrooms. 

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Low Back Wing Chair

Low Back Wing Chair

This traditional wingback armchair is the finishing touch to any space. Its button-tufted stitching, straight back, and serpentine arms rest on a solid birch wood frame. Comes with dark coffee colored tapered birch wood legs. 

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Rounded Wingback

Rounded Wingback

Style meets comfort in these traditional wingback chairs for sale that come with ottomans. The upholstered velvet and tufted back features single nailhead detailing around the rounded arms. Crafted from durable rubberwood and includes removable seat cushions. 

Designer Advice:

A viable pick for interiors that have a mix of midcentury modern with vintage or farmhouse vibe. Available in 14 fabric colors, the bright-colored ones would look great in maximalist and eclectic interiors because of their distinct aesthetic. We recommend using this for reading nooks, paired with a round side table in black-stained wood finish and a glass floor lamp.

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Mid Back Wing Chair

Mid Back Wing Chair

Diamond-stitched button tufting paired with welted details accentuate these traditional high-back wing chairs. The recessed arms add a traditional appeal to it. Crafted on a manufactured wood frame and built on tapered wooden legs.

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Stunning Wing Back

Stunning Wing Back

Add a touch of sophistication to any space with these traditional wing back chairs. They feature a high-round back with intricate diamond button tufting and rest on a solid hardwood frame with tapered black seat legs. 

Designer Advice:

This piece's masculine lines and curves make it perfect for formal living room settings, study dens, and home offices. They also pair well with a tuxedo sofa as their refined lines coordinate well with each other. For smaller conversation nooks, we recommend having a couple of these with a round wooden table in the center.

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Wide Wing Back

Wide Wing Back

These traditional wingback chairs are a sure favorite for any space. Sporting a plush back design, it features diamond button tufting and foam-filled fabric with polyester upholstery. It comes with recessed arms and rests on espresso birch wood legs. 

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Scalloped Wing Back

Scalloped Wing Back

Crafted from solid and manufactured wood, these traditional wing chairs are definite showstoppers. Luxurious microsuede upholstery accentuates its charming, curved edges and tufted back. It comes with rolled arms and delicate nail head trimming. 

Designer Advice:

Undeniably feminine in its form and curves, this chair would look perfect in Parisian-style interiors, saloons, and home offices. Introduce balance to the space by matching its graceful silhouette with a rounded side table with curved legs. Or, for a bit of contrast, pair this piece with a round table with a geometric metal base. 

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High Back Wing 

High Back Wing 

Supported by an engineered wood frame, this wingback chair with traditional appeal features a sleek and contemporary look for any space. Its web suspension seat and recessed arms with nailhead trim make it a favorite choice of seating. 

Designer Advice:

This piece will create a statement in your home. Its high-back design makes it a favorite choice for reading nooks because of the extra comfort it provides. Its plain back also offers possibilities for playing around with contrast and texture. So, you can opt to style it with a furry blanket or add a small bolster or throw pillow in a different color.

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No, traditional wing chairs are actually a versatile option that can work beyond traditional-styled interiors!

In fact, they work particularly well with modern décor, especially when you opt for a design in a warmer palette or brown leather. Don’t forget that you can also use traditional wing chairs to add a cozier or vintage vibe to other interior styles, from contemporary to bohemian and more.

However, to ensure a consistent result, try and choose a traditional wing chair in a color that complements your room’s palette or that includes a feature that’s also known for your type of décor: for example, decorative legs in a shabby chic room or a monochrome finish in a minimalist setting.

Traditional wing chairs have gorgeous silhouettes that are already a statement in themselves. Because of this, we recommend sticking to a smaller pattern, or one that complements patterns already in your home. The exception would be if you’re hoping your traditional wing chair will be a very bold statement in your home—which would work best if the rest of your decor is already quite minimal and neutral. In any case, we’d steer clear of any large or complicated patterns, as they might be very difficult to match cleanly across the many seams of a wing chair.

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James harrison winged chair leather

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Leroux Wing Back Arm Chair

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