club chair

Deep upholstered seat

A club chair is a low, deep armchair with a heavy frame and thick cushioning, typically upholstered in leather.

The design originated in gentlemen's clubs in the early twentieth century, built for comfort during long hours of reading or conversation.

He sank into the club chair with a whiskey and the evening paper.

classic

tufted

Having raised clusters

antique · Victorian · Edwardian · Queen Anne style · low back · brass tacks · traditional · heirloom

comfort

cushioned

Made softer or gentler

snug · supportive · padded · soft · enveloping · deep-seated · relaxing · restful · springy · broken-in

upholstery

leather

Tanned animal skin

microfiber · tweed · cowhide · full-grain · bonded leather · aniline · nubuck · patina · distressed · tufted

furniture

ottoman

Backless cushioned seat

seating · living room · study · lounge · den · waiting room · lobby · pair · matching set

style

modern

Of recent times

minimalist · streamlined · sleek · designer · boutique · transitional · retro · industrial · Scandinavian · updated

Categories
Opposites
chair style/design

club chairladder-back chair

Chair with horizontal crossbars

wingback chair · wing chair · high-back chair · Windsor chair · bentwood chair

structural approach

club chairmesh chair

Chair with openwork fabric

folding chair · stacking chair · Shaker chair · bentwood chair · sling chair

Family

club, chair, chairman, armchair, clubhouse, wheelchair, recliner, chairperson, chairwoman

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G