Hanging Chairs
21st Century and Contemporary French Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Swedish Lounge Chairs
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Chairs
Resin
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
2010s Philippine Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel, Stainless Steel
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s South African Minimalist Benches
Steel
2010s South African Rustic Lounge Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Stainless Steel
2010s Mexican Bohemian Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel, Chrome
2010s South African Minimalist Lounge Chairs
Steel, Stainless Steel
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Minimalist Daybeds
Stainless Steel
2010s Asian Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Fabric, Rope
2010s South African Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Canvas, Wood
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Canvas, Wood
2010s South African Minimalist Lounge Chairs
Metal, Steel
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
1990s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Bohemian Lounge Chairs
Wicker
Vintage 1960s Italian Bohemian Lounge Chairs
Wicker
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wicker, Rattan
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Bohemian Swivel Chairs
Cord
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Minimalist Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s South African Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Steel
2010s South African Minimalist Chairs
Stainless Steel
2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
2010s Finnish Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
2010s Finnish Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
2010s Finnish Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel
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While this specific seating is known to all for its comfort and familiar form, the history of how your favorite antique or vintage lounge chair came to be is slightly more ambiguous.
Although there are rare armchairs dating back as far as the 17th century, some believe that the origins of the first official “lounge chair” are tied to Hungarian modernist designer-architect Marcel Breuer. Sure, Breuer wasn’t exactly reinventing the wheel when he introduced the Wassily lounge chair in 1925, but his seat was indeed revolutionary for its integration of bent tubular steel.
Officially, a lounge chair is simply defined as a “comfortable armchair,” which allows for the shape and material of the furnishings to be extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.
The Eames lounge chair, on the other hand, has come to define somewhat of a universal perception of what a lounge chair can be. Introduced in 1956, the Eames lounger (and its partner in cozy, the ottoman) quickly became staples in television shows, prestigious office buildings and sumptuous living rooms. Venerable American mid-century modern designers Charles and Ray Eames intended for it to be the peak of luxury, which they knew meant taking furniture to the next level of style and comfort. Their chair inspired many modern interpretations of the lounge — as well as numerous copies.
On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How much weight a hanging chair can hold varies. Each chair has a maximum weight rating based on the strength of its materials. Hanging a chair properly can help to ensure that the furniture can support the specified amount of weight. On 1stDibs, find a variety of hanging chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What hanging chairs are called depends on their design. Ones with seating built into an oval-shaped frame are known as egg chairs, while those with circular frames are called bubble chairs. Chairs with metal frames and seats made of rope or fabric are called hammock or sling chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage and antique hanging chairs.
- What is a hanging chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A hanging chair is a type of chair that is hung by a hook to the ceiling or a stand. It does not have legs and can swing freely. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage hanging chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To hang an egg chair from the ceiling, you must drill into a joist and install a hook. Then, attach a chain to the top of the chair and hang it from the hook. Having an experienced handyman tackle the job for you can help to ensure secure installation and reduce the risk of damaging your ceiling. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of egg chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What a hanging swing chair is called varies. Some people simply call it a swing chair, while others refer to it as a pod chair. Examples of hanging swing chairs with tall backs and curvy, oval-shaped frames are known as egg chairs. Shop a selection of swing chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
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