
Old-Fashioned Is In: All About Wingback Chairs
Trends come and go, but some interior design elements remain. Such is the case of the wingback chair, also known as a fireside chair or simply a wing chair. With a unique profile and silhouette, it seems that the wingback is in vogue. A Longterm Classic The wingback armchair is not a happy design accident; indeed, these winged chairs were created with purpose in mind. Originally, the side wings of these high back chairs were meant to shield the user from cold drafts as well as the scorch of fireside heat. The name “fireside chairs” is quite fitting, and it...