What is a Wing Chair?
A wing chair is an upholstered chair with a high back and very large side armrests, along with wings which surround the sides of the head and upper torso of someone seated in the chair. Many people associate wing chairs with luxurious, refined homes, as these large chairs tend to dominate smaller and less well designed spaces. The partially enclosed design of the wing chair is meant to provide insulation from drafts, and also to trap heat from fireplaces and sunny windows. Several features define a wing chair. The high back is essential, along with the enclosing side wings. In addition, a wing chair must be fully upholstered. Leather, silk, cotton, velvet, damask, and a variety of other materials may be used to upholster a wing chair, and these textiles can be patterned or left plain, depending on the taste of the chair designer. The seat of a wing chair is typically designed with springs to make it more comfortable. These upholstered armchairs are serious business. They tend to be qui
