Iconic furniture is a good investment: it never goes out of style and if it’s in a good state, you can even give it from generation to generation adding classic elegance to interiors. One of such items is a Wishbone chair, and this roundup is dedicated to its story and some ideas to integrate it into your interiors.
What Is A Wishbone Chair?
The Wishbone chair presents a Y-shaped back that supports an elegant, curved back-and-armrest, removing the need for the heavy arms and back of traditional Western dining chairs. A seat of paper cord is both durable and pliable lending the seat comfort and texture. This sharply bent back rest has a flat inner face, so it does not stick into the back of the person sitting in the chair and the splat is actually forked – to form a pronounced Y that gives the chair its name.
Where the design moves on and away from the structural form of the China chairs is that those chairs have a box-like arrangement of vertical legs supporting the seat and usually with square cross sections whereas the Wishbone has elegantly tapered legs with the thickest part at the top where more wood is necessary to make it as strong as possible to take the tenons of the frames of the seat.
The front and back legs of the chair, from the seat down, have the same profile – making the design look simpler – although the back legs are closer together and are splayed out at a slightly greater angle to provide most stability under the center point of the weight of the person when they are sitting down.
A bright dining room with a round table, light-stained wishbone chairs, a colorful rug and soem faux fur.
A chic dining space with a white dining table, light-stained wishbone chairs is a lovely spot that can double as a working one.
A chic modern dining space with a large storage unit, a light-stained table and black wishbone chairs, faceted pendant lamps.
A coastal dining space with a large round stained table, white wishbone chairs, a large jute rug, a mini gallery wall and potted plants.
A cool dining space with a round stained table and wishbone chairs, some decor and a storage cabinet on the wall.
Rich-stained Wishbone chairs with black seats bring elegance to this modern farmhouse dining room. The glass top dining table adds a sleek touch. A cowhide rug and greenery complete the cozy look.
Light-stained table pairs perfectly with black Wishbone chairs in this farmhouse dining room. A chandelier hangs above for a warm glow. A striped rug adds a fun pattern.
A cool working space with a sleek white desk, a wishbone chair, a mini gallery wall, candles and vases is very glam.
Built-in bench with pillows offers cozy seating in this farmhouse dining room. An oval table complements the black Wishbone chairs. A round mirror reflects the charming decor.
A round table pairs with rich-stained Wishbone chairs in this farmhouse dining room. The cowhide rug adds a rustic touch. A gilded chandelier provides elegant lighting.
A black dining table stands out in this farmhouse dining space. Stained Wishbone chairs add warmth. A cowhide rug and a nearby kitchen zone complete the practical design.
A large wooden dining table offers plenty of space in this farmhouse dining area. Grey Wishbone chairs add a stylish touch. A heavy round chandelier makes the room cozy.
A light-colored modern dining space with a light-stained table, black wishbone chairs, dried blooms, hexagon panels.
A light-filled dining space with a round table, light-stained wishbone chairs, a rug and a mini gallery wall.
A mid-century modern dining room with a light-stained table, black wishbone chairs, a black chandelier and a boho rug.
A modern boho dining space with a light-stained table, black and white chairs including wishbone ones, a bold rug, a gallery wall.
What’s The Story Of The Wishbone Chair?
Danish furniture designer Hans J. Wegner in the 1940s saw a series of photographs of tradesmen sitting in Chinese Ming-era chairs and became captivated by the shapely seats. He had been experimenting with design for a year and then created one of the most known and recognizable chairs of the 20th (century: The Wishbone Chair. The chair was first produced by Carl Hansen & Son in 1949, the seat—officially named the CH24, but known more commonly by the shape of its unique back.
A modern dining nook with a built-in bench, a round table, stained wishbone chairs, black sconces and artworks.
A modern dining space with a catchy desk, a stained wishbone chair, a table lamp and an internal window.
A modern Scandinavian dining space with a light-stained table and wishbone chairs, a potted plant and a grid gallery wall.
A neutral coastal dining room with a built-in upholstered bench, a round table, white wishbone chairs, a large coastal artwork.
A neutral Scandinavian study and work space with a long shelf with books and decor, a shared desk, stools and a wishbone chair.
A Nordic dining space with a light-stained table, black wishbone chairs and a row of black pendant lamps is cool.
A Nordic dining space with built-in storage units, a vintage non-working fireplace, a stained table and black wishbone chairs.
A Scandi dining space with a storage unit and a built-in seat, a dining table and navy wishbone chairs, white pendant lamps.
A Scandi working space with a light-stained dining table, a matching wishbone chair, a mini gallery wall and some decor.
A Scandinavian dining and working space with a light-stained table, a black wishbone chair, a stand with a black plantern and a rug.
How To Style A Wishbone Chair?
The Wishbone chair is very popular for dining rooms, it’s perfect for a mid-century modern, boho or Scandinavian space and can be integrated into farmhouse, contemporary and some other interiors, too. The Wishbone chair is a lovely idea for a working space and other rooms where you need comfy chairs – actually, everywhere! Mix up Wishbone chairs with other chairs that match in color to create an eye-catchy combo. You may get this chair in many colors and stains, you may go for cushions on the seats to make them softer.
A Scandinavian dining room with a table, a navy wishbone chair, a small white storage unit and some art.
A Scandinavian dining room with a windowsill seat, large bookcases, an oval table and stained wishbone chairs.
A Scandinavian dining space with a built-in bench, a round table and dark green wishbone chairs, a white pendant lamp.
A Scandinavian dining space with a dining table, white wishbone chairs, a black chandelier and a printed rug.
A Scandinavian dining space with a stained table, stained and black wishbone chairs, a white pendant lamp and some Christmas decor.
A Scandinavian dining space with a white desk, a light-stained chair, a storage unit, a calendar and some greenery.
A Scandinavian kitchen in light grey, with a green and stained table and a green wishbone chair plus a striped rug.
A small working nook with a stained desk, a wishbone chair, a faux fur rug, a round mirror and potted plants.
A small working nook by the window, with a sleek white desk, a wishbone chair and a small stool, a lovely greenery view.
A small working space with a sleek white desk, a light-stained wishbone chair, a table lamp and a small basket for storage.
A sophisticated modern dining space with a large stained table, black wishbone chairs, a gallery wall and potted greenery.
A stained credenza, a stained wishbone chair, a potted plant and some blooms in a vase are cool for an entryway.
A stylish Scandinavian dining room with a light-stained oval table and black wishbone chairs, elegant copper pendant lamps.
A stylish Scandinavian nook with a light-stained wishbone chair, a stump side table, a black floor lamp and a wall art.
A vintage working space with a dark-stained desk and a cabinet, an orange wishbone chair and a side table, some art.
An airy dining space with a dark-stained table and black wishbone chairs, a catchy black pendant lamp over the table.
An airy Scandinavian dining space with a white dining table, light-stained wishbone chairs, a sleek storage unit and greenery.
An elegant mid-century modern dining room with a light-stained table and wishbone chairs, a chandelier, a reclaimed wood credenza and a mirror with fringe.
An elegant mid-century modern dining space with a butcherblock dining table, black wishbone chairs, black pendant lamps and a large mirror.
An elegant modern dining space with a black dining table and light-stained chairs, a gallery wall and a catchy chandelier.