Traditional wing chairs are high back lounge chairs that have “wings’ attached to the back of the chair. Most often used near a fireplace, the wing chair was designed to enclose the head and torso and protect the occupant from drafts and to contain the heat from the fireplace. Here’s a photo of a typical Queen Anne wing chair, still used in today’s traditionally decorated homes:
Queen Anne Wing Chair from Richard Rothstein Classic Interiors
The style of the wing chair has evolved and contemporary furniture designers have taken the traditional silhouette to create modern wing chair styles. Some adhere to the classic form of the traditional wing chair; others have taken more liberties. Here are some examples:
Tule chair and ottoman from Ironies (via Decorati)
Danish Cord Series Wing Chair by McGuire
Pelican Chair from Onecollection, House of Finn Juhl from DWR
Hans J. Wegner Wing Chair from House of Copenhagen (via HomePortfolio)
Ecko (Egg) Chair by KMP Furniture
Which modern wing chair appeals to you?
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