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Westnova - Ingmar Relling 'Siesta' Lounge Chair
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Bern, CH
Ingmar Relling 'Siesta' Lounge Chair. Bent plywood frame with sling black leather seat pads
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Mid-Century Modern, 1960, Retro Danish Ingmar Relling Siesta Lounge Chair
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Markington, GB
, width 64cm.
A beautiful lounge chair, designed by Ingmar Relling and produced in Norway by the renowned
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 37.01 in W 25.2 in D 31.5 in
Norwegian Siesta Lounge Chair Ottomane by Ingmar Relling for Rybo
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Hamburg, DE
classic chair of the Norwegian manufacturer Westnofa designed by Ingmar Relling in the 60s. Here in the
Category
20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Ingmar Relling Siesta Chairs
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Highland, IN
A beautiful pair of classic "Siesta" chairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. The cantilevered
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of 2 Norwegian Siesta Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Ingmar Relling, 60s
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Hamburg, DE
The classic siesta chair according to the design of ingmar relling from the 1960s. Here in a newer
Category
20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 39.37 in W 26.77 in D 32.28 in
Scandinavian Modern Siesta Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling, Norway 1970s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Bergen, NO
This iconic Siesta lounge chair, designed by renowned Norwegian designer Ingmar Relling in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 31.5 in W 24.41 in D 28.35 in
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, leather.
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Lounge chair model "Siesta" in original
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 38.59 in W 25.6 in D 33.47 in
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, leather.
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 38.59 in W 25.2 in D 33.08 in
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, leather.
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 38.59 in W 25.2 in D 33.08 in
Mid-Century “Siesta” Leather Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Baltimore, MD
Beautiful bent wood high-back “Siesta” Westnofa leather, lounge chair. Designed by Ingmar Relling
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 38.5 in W 24.5 in D 33.5 in
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, black leather
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 38.59 in W 24.02 in D 33.08 in
Ingmar Relling – Lounge chair and Ottoman – Black Leather – Ekornes – 1980s
By Ingmar Relling
Located in NIEUWKUIJK, NB
This is a ‘newer’ version of the classic Siesta chair according to the design of Ingmar Relling
Category
Vintage 1980s European Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 39.38 in W 26.78 in D 32.29 in
Pair of Ingmar Relling for Westnofa High Back “Siesta” Lounge Chairs With Footre
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
Rare pair of Ingmar Relling brown leather and wood high back Siesta chairs with footrests for
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 38.5 in W 26 in D 61 in
Sought After Vintage Original Scandinavian Ingmar Relling Bentwood Siesta Chairs
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Markington, GB
Retro vintage original Scandinavian Ingmar Relling designed bentwood unusual light wood siesta
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bentwood, Fabric, Leather
H 38.98 in W 28.75 in D 33.47 in
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, chair with footstool model "Siesta".
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling. Lounge chair with footstool model "Siesta". Original
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
H 31.89 in W 24.41 in D 28.35 in
Pair of Siesta Chairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Norway, 1960s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Siesta High-Back Lounge Chairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway, 1960s
Features, Teak
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Teak
Ingmar Relling "Siesta" Easy Chair for Westnofa in Brown Leather, 1970s
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tall back "Siesta" easy chair with attractively curved wooden frame and upholstered seat and back
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 38.75 in W 25.5 in D 32.25 in
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa MCM Siesta Norwegian White Leather Bentwood Chair
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Mid Century Siesta Norwegian White Leather Bentwood Lounge Chair
This
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 31.25 in W 25.25 in D 30 in
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, model "Siesta" for Westnofa, original
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, model "Siesta" for Westnofa. Lounge chair in original
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
H 38.98 in W 26.38 in D 34.65 in
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, model "Siesta" for Westnofa, original
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, model "Siesta". Original good condition: no
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
H 31.89 in W 24.81 in D 30.32 in
Grey Leather Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway 1960s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Very rare GREY leather lounge chair with black lacquered plywood and canvas by Ingmar Relling for
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Plywood, Lacquer
H 38.59 in W 25.6 in D 31.5 in
"Siesta" Chair in Original Condition, Igmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway, 1970's
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Deland, FL
. In 1965, Relling, in collaboration with his son Knut Relling, designed the Siesta Chair winning him
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 31 in W 25 in D 30 in
Set of 3 Mid-Century Norwegian Siesta Lounge Chairs and Glass Side Table Set
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Hamburg, DE
westnofa designed by ingmar relling in the 60s.
siesta chair is a very comfortable lounge armchair. The
Category
20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Glass, Wood
H 31.5 in W 25.59 in D 1,000,000 in
Pair of Relling Highback Siesta Chairs in Beige Leather with Matching Ottoman
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great pair of highback Siesta chairs in light grey leather with one matching ottoman and light
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 38.5 in W 25.25 in D 28 in
1960s Danish Modern Leather Siesta Lounge Chairs- Set of 2
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of stunning siesta lounge chairs crafted by renowned designer Ingmar Relling and expertly
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Very Rare Midcentury Lounge Chair Siesta, Westnofa, Norway, 1960s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type
- early model
- faux leather with patina
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Pair of lowback "Siesta" lounge chairs in rust toned leather + beech
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Norway
Designer: Ingmar Relling
Manufacturer: Westnofa
Era: 1965
Materials: Leather, Beech
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Westnofa Scandinavian Rosewood Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Ingmar Relling
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Westnofa Scandinavian rosewood lounge chair & ottoman by Ingmar Relling
A Mid-Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Norwegian Siesta Lounge Chair Ottoman Leather Cushion by Ingmar Relling
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Hamburg, DE
Original leather cushion for the Siesta Chair Ottoman by Westnofa. Official proof of authenticity
Category
20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Leather
H 3.54 in W 25.2 in D 20.47 in
1960’s, Norwegian Design, "Siesta" Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling, Leather
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
Original 1960’s mid century ‘Siesta’ lounge chair by Norwegian designer Ingmar Relling for Westnofa
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Beech, Bentwood
H 38.98 in W 25.2 in D 33.47 in
Midcentury "Siesta" Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway, 1970s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Praha, CZ
- iconic model
- very confortable
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
H 31.89 in W 25.6 in D 31.5 in
Pair Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Tan Leather Siesta Lounge Chairs by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Norwegian modern High Siesta chairs designed by Ingmar Relling. Dark Rosewood Wooden frames, beautiful worn
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Birch
H 39 in W 27 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Black Siesta Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway 196
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in DE MEERN, NL
chair's prominence in the room's design.
The Mid-Century "SIESTA" Armchair by Ingmar Relling for Westnova
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
H 31.5 in W 28.35 in D 29.53 in
Westnofa Set of Four Norwegian Designer 80s Modern Dining or Game Chairs
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Palm Springs, CA
mentioned alongside the company include Ingmar Relling, Torstein Nilsen and Jens Nielsen. Relling is best
Category
Vintage 1980s Norwegian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Norwegian Design, Ingmar Relling, "Siesta" Lounge Chair, Refreshed
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, DK
Norwegian design, Ingmar Relling, "Siesta" lounge chair, refreshed leather. Produced by Norwegian
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Plywood
Ingmar Relling "Siesta" lounge chair - Flora edition, high back
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Copenhagen, DK
the 40th anniversary of Ingmar Rellings original siesta chair.
While keeping the minimalistic and
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Siesta Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Ludwigslust, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
Siesta armchair in chocolate brown designed from the Norwegian Designer Ingmar Relling. Jimmy
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Westnofa Siesta Bentwood Lounge Chair Designed by Ingmar Relling
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Westnofa Siesta bentwood lounge chair designed by Ingmar Relling
This easy chair was designed
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Brown Leather Westnofa Siesta Lounge Chair Scandinavian Modern Ingmar Relling
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern, a brown leather Westnofa Siesta lounge chairs by Ingmar Relling
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 32.68 in W 27.56 in D 35.44 in
Brown Leather Westnofa Siesta Lounge Chair Scandinavian Modern Ingmar Relling
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern, A brown leather Westnofa Siesta lounge chairs by Ingmar Relling
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 32.68 in W 27.56 in D 35.44 in
Westnofa Siesta Bentwood Lounge Chair Designed by Ingmar Relling with Footstool
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
Westnofa Siesta bentwood lounge chair with matching footstool
designed by Ingmar Relling
This
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 38.98 in W 24.41 in D 27.56 in
1960s Ingmar Relling for Westnofa "Siesta High" Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1960s Scandinavian Westnofa “Siesta” high lounge chair and ottoman. Leather detachable cushions
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Siesta High Back Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, 1960s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Wijnegem, Antwerpen
Beautiful vintage lounge chair designed by Ingmar Relling in Norway.
Black leather version in good
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Rare Steel “Siesta” Chair by Igmar Relling
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare steel frame and leather “Siesta” lounge chair designed by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa of
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cut Steel
Siesta Lounge Chairs
By Ingmar Relling
Located in New Haven, CT
lounge chairs, designed by Ingmar Relling in 1965.
This well recognized design is a "timeless" modern
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Set of Two Vintage Siesta Armchairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Berlin, DE
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa
Made in Norway.
Category
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
4 Vintage Original Siesta Leather Chairs by Ingmar Relling
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Asker, 30
1960s midcentury Siesta lounge chair by Norwegian designer Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Furniture
Category
Vintage 1960s Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Ingmar Relling Siesta Lounge Chair and Ottoman for Westnofa
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ingmar Relling Siesta lounge chair and ottoman for Westnofa Norway. In nice shape with a newer
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Birch
Ingmar Relling SIESTA Lounge Chair Westnofa Blue Leather Norway 1960s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Lounge Chair
Sleek Siesta Lounge Chair Modern Bentwood and Leather
Original Classic Siesta Lounge
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
White Leather Siesta Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Ekornes of Norway
By Ingmar Relling, Ekorness, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Vintage Ingmar Relling "Siesta" lounge chairs and single ottoman manufactured by Ekornes and
Category
1990s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
Ingmar Relling Designer ‘Siesta’ Lounge Chair
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Hudson, NY
An original 1960’s mid century ‘Siesta’ lounge chair by Norwegian designer Ingmar Relling. Bentwood
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Maple, Bentwood
Siësta Leather Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling
By Ingmar Relling
Located in High Point, NC
bentwood frame and plush, upholstered seat, the Siesta lounge chair is an icon of Norwegian design
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Ingmar Relling, Westnofa "Siesta" Chair
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Astoria, NY
Ingmar Relling (Norwegian, 1920-2002) for Westnofa, a ‘Siesta’ Lounge Chair (designed 1965), 1960's
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Ingmar Relling Siesta Chair
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid century danish chair designed by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway. The "Siesta"chair
Category
Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Ingmar Relling Brown Leather Siesta Lounge Chair
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
Siesta lounge chair designed by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa rendered in brown leather, canvas, rope
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Rope, Teak, Bentwood
Siesta Leather Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Norway
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A black leather and rosewood toned bentwood cantilevered Siesta lounge chair with canvas sling
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Lounge chair Siesta designed by Ingmar Relling with leather cushion
By Ingmar Relling
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
Siesta lounge chair, designed by Ingmar Relling (1920-2002) in 1965. Curved multi-ply beech frame
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech, Bentwood
Ingmar Relling "Siesta" Style Black Leather and Chrome Lounge Chair
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Scandinavian Modern Easy Chair. Great sculptural addition to any room
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage lounge chair Siesta designed by Ingmar Relling in the 60s
By Ingmar Relling
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
Siesta" high-back armchair, designed by Norwegian designer Ingmar Relling in 1965 and produced ever
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Brown Leather Vintage Lounge Chair Siesta by Ingmar Relling Norway, circa 1965
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Vienna, AT
mentioned, that this most popular design piece from Ingmar Relling, the Siesta Lounge Chair, is exhibited in
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 38.78 in W 24.8 in D 33.07 in
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Ingmar Relling Siesta Lounge Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the ingmar relling siesta lounge chair you’re looking for. Each ingmar relling siesta lounge chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, animal skin and leather. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect ingmar relling siesta lounge chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each ingmar relling siesta lounge chair bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular.
How Much is a Ingmar Relling Siesta Lounge Chair?
Prices for a ingmar relling siesta lounge chair start at $495 and top out at $3,800 with the average selling for $1,484.
Finding the Right Lounge-chairs for You
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.