Arm Chair Collection (#12)

Stages of Man (German)
Eleven stages in a mans life, from the pram to the armchair

Stages of Man (English)
Eleven stages in a mans life, from the cradle to the armchair

Stages of Woman
Eleven stages in a womans life, from the cradle (she is watched by an angel) to the last armchair (she is fetched by an angel)

Purple Armchair C1930
A woman leans against a comfortable-looking purple armchair

Female Type / Armchair
A woman in an elegant evening dress stands in front of an armchair covered with stars

Smoking Fashions 1836
Green cravat, yellow waistcoat with Brandenbourg trim, red fringed sash, green checked trousers, red slippers, paisley dressing gown & long pipe. Brown cloak with cape

Man Relaxing with Pipe
A man in a suit reclines in his armchair and almost dozes off as he puffs away at his pipe, having read his newspaper and had a drop of wine or port

The Half Hour Before Dinner
Humorous scene showing a family and guests, dressed in evening attire, waiting for Christmas dinner to be served. An old man dozes in an armchair

Gent in an Armchair
A young gentleman in a pin- striped suit relaxes in a comfortable armchair

Woman Crocheting 1940S
A young woman sitting in her armchair sews together crocheted squares, todays equivalent of knitting blankets for the troops during World War Two

French C17 Armchair
French armchair upholstered in figured velvet

Wizard of Oz / Palace Room
Dorothy and Toto regard their splendid room at the Palace of Oz, the Great Wizard inside the Emerald City

Bas Le Bourget Stockings
Concealed by a large armchair, the head, hands & stockinged legs of a dangerous looking blonde, can be glimpsed

Gentleman Smoking Pipe
A boy asks of a smartly- dressed man sitting in an armchair reading a newspaper and smoking a pipe, What is a gentleman? The reply is, One who smokes Dunhill

Lounge and Hallway 1916
An improved hall and staircase in an English townhouse designed by Waring and Gillow

SPOILT CAT
A spoilt young cat reclining on a velvet cushion on a leather armchair!

Family / Getting Married
Advice to young ladies about to be married - try sitting up for the milk a few nights, it is good practice!

Robot servant polishing shoes
The servant of the future -- a robotic servant polishes a mans shoes while he sits reading in his armchair

Freddy and Margery, brother and sister
Freddy and Margery discuss the characters in the nursery stories they have been reading

Lounge area, Pont Aven ferry, Brittany Ferries, Plymouth to Roscoff crossing, Atlantic Ocean (rr)
Andrew Davies / SpecialistStock

Jonatham Dunn (1771-1857)
Artist: Barber, Thomas - Title: Jonatham Dunn (1771-1857) - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 74.9 x 62.2

Tramp and Pipe
Theres nothing so satisfying, of an evening, as sitting in ones favourite armchair, smoking a pipe

Vacuuming Armchair
A French maidservant vacuums an armchair with LE PROGRESS

Hoovering a Chair 1930S
A housewife demonstrates how to vacuum clean an armchair using a Hoover " Dustette" cleaner

Male Type / Dour Scot 1870
Bearded man wears a frock coat, waistcoat with roll collar, narrow fitting trousers, slim bowtie & lace- up boots

Father & Daughter 1884
An affectionate daughter kisses her father

Wilhelm & Vicky
WILHELM II, as a Prince, reading a book with his mother, Victoria (1840 - 1900), eldest daughter of Queen Victoria and later Empress of Germany

Girl and Puppy 1909
A little girl is licked under the chin by her affectionate white puppy

Littlewoods Pools
A man in a checked jacket sits in his armchair beside the fireplace, smoking his pipe, perusing the Littlewoods Pools

Dishing up Pudding
A girl, seated in an armchair and with her feet on a footstool, dishes up some pudding to her little sister. Their doll has been abandoned in favour of sweet things

Art Deco Chair - 2
Armchair for the sitting room covered with Cordely embroidery

Art Deco Chair
Armchair for the dining-room covered with Cordely embroidery

Futuristic invention for the lazy person
A futuristic invention for the lazy person -- no need to leave your seat when you need a drink, in the automatic home of the future

Saying goodnight to the new baby

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

Relaxation at its finest: the arm chair, a timeless symbol of comfort and style. From the pages of 'A House Full' by Cecil Aldin to the witty banter between Jeeves and Wooster, this classic piece has graced many living rooms with its presence. Imagine sinking into its plush cushions while immersing yourself in the Sherlock Holmes Exhibition in London or catching a glimpse of a French maid taking a well-deserved break. Step back in time to a 1950s family living room, where knitting experts would sit comfortably for hours on end, inspired by G. K. Chesterton's captivating words. And let's not forget about window gardening enthusiasts who would bask in their green oasis from the cozy embrace of an arm chair. Innovations have come along too; remember when early TV remote controls were introduced? No more getting up to change channels. And speaking of innovation, home upholstery has transformed these chairs into works of art that perfectly complement any decor. Even Mansell Crackers recognized their charm, featuring them on their box label design. But it doesn't stop there - even cops seek comfort in these chairs as depicted by W Heath Robinson's whimsical illustrations. So whether you're yearning for relaxation after a long day or seeking inspiration from literary greats and historical exhibitions, let an arm chair be your sanctuary, and is more than just furniture; it is an invitation to unwind and indulge in life's simple pleasures.