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Italian Design Classic Elda Lounge Chair by Joe Colombo, 1970s Italy
By Joe Colombo, Comfort, Italy
Located in Renens, CH
The Elda Chair by Joe Colombo (1963) is a post-war design masterpiece: The design is still today
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Lounge Chairs, Lacquer & Leather, Italian Design, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Design; Lacquer; Leather; Leather Straps; Cushions; Lounge Chair; Two-Seater; 1970s; Mid
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Luciano Frigerio "Rancero" Leather Lounge Chair - 1970s Italian Design
By Luciano Frigerio
Located in Oirlo, LI
Experience the timeless elegance of the Luciano Frigerio "Rancero" leather lounge chair, a
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Joe Colombo 'Elda' Lounge Chair, White Leather and Fibreglass, by Comfort, Italy
By Joe Colombo, Comfort, Italy
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Joe Colombo ‘Elda’ Lounge Chair, Black Leather and White Fibreglass Shell, Produced by Comfort
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Joe Colombo 'Elda' Lounge Chair, White Leather and Fibreglass, by Comfort, Italy
By Comfort, Italy, Joe Colombo
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
The Elda Chair was designed by Joe Colombo in 1965 and named after his wife. He conceived the idea
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Italian Lounge Chair in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, leather, Italy, 1970s This mobile lounge chair is completely covered in high quality
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Italian Lounge Chair in Black Leather
Italian Lounge Chair in Black Leather
H 26.78 in W 35.44 in D 33.47 in
Italian Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, leather, aluminum, Italy 1970s A lounge chair made in Italy in the 1970s. This chair
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Italian Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather
Italian Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 41.34 in
Vintage Italian Modernist Leather Lounge Chairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing vintage Italian modernist leather lounge chairs designed in Italy, circa 1950s. These
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Italian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Plywood, Leather, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brown leather and plywood lounge chairs designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Seat
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Plywood

Italian Cubic Lounge Chair in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, leather, Italy, 1970s This striking lounge chair comes in a black leather upholstery
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Italian Cubic Lounge Chair in Black Leather
Italian Cubic Lounge Chair in Black Leather
H 27.96 in W 41.34 in D 33.86 in
ILVA Design Lounge Chair Model Cuba, Burgundy Leather, Denmark, 2000s
By Antonio Citterio, Flexform
Located in Antwerp, BE
ILVA Design Lounge Chair Model Cuba, with a chromed metal frame and burgundy leather upholstery
Category

Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Elda Lounge Chair by Joe Colombo for Comfort, Italy, 1960s
By Comfort, Italy, Joe Colombo
Located in bruxelles, BE
Swivel armchair in red leather and white shell designed by Joe Colombo, model Elda. Seat height
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Unique Italian Leather Lounge Chair DeSede Style
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful, soft and comfortable leather Italian lounge chair. Well designed. DeSede Style.
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Joe Colombo for Comfort 'Elda' Lounge Chairs in Red Leather and Fiberglass
By Joe Colombo, Comfort, Italy
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Joe Colombo for Comfort, lounge chairs ‘Elda’, fiberglass, leather, Italy, design 1963 The ‘Elda
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Vintage 1960s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Joe Colombo for Comfort 'Elda' Lounge Chair in Red Leather and Fiberglass
By Joe Colombo, Comfort, Italy
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Joe Colombo for Comfort, lounge chair ‘Elda’, fiberglass, leather, Italy, design 1963 The ‘Elda
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Joe Colombo for Comfort Lounge Chair 'Elda' in Black Leather and Fiberglass
By Joe Colombo, Comfort, Italy
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Joe Colombo for Comfort, lounge chair ‘Elda’, fiberglass, leather, Italy, 1963 The ‘Elda’ chair is
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Vintage 1960s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Italian Lounge Chair in Patinated Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchair, leather, lacquered wood, rope, Italy, 1950s This Italian chair embodies a strong and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rope, Wood

Kent Italian Sling Leather Lounge Chair
By Maria Yee Inc.
Located in San Jose, CA
The Kent lounge chair sits handsomely with a flowing piece of top grain leather looped through a
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2010s Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Hardwood, Ash

Kent Italian Sling Leather Lounge Chair
Kent Italian Sling Leather Lounge Chair
H 32 in W 27.75 in D 31 in
Set of two Italian cognac leather lounge chairs
Located in Nijlen, VAN
Set of two Italian cognac leather lounge chairs These 1970s Italian lounge chairs feature rich
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Vintage 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Italian Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair with ottoman, leather, aluminum, Italy 1970s A set consisting of a lounge chair and
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Italian Pair of Lounge Chairs in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, leather, Italy, 1960s. Eccentric pair of lounge chairs in black leather
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Italian Pair of Lounge Chairs in Black Leather
Italian Pair of Lounge Chairs in Black Leather
H 29.53 in W 35.44 in D 33.47 in
Italian brown aniline leather lounge chair, 1970s
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
This exquisite Italian armchair from the 1970s is a testament to the era's innovative design and
Category

Mid-20th Century Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Brutalist Meccano Lounge Chair by Spinzi, Italian Collectible Design
By Spinzi
Located in Milano, IT
lounge chair with rounded corner and thin but sturdy structure reflecting the style of the Meccano
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cut Steel

Rare Italian Design: Ico Parisi 856 Lounge Chairs for Cassina, 1950s
By Cassina, Ico Parisi
Located in Renens, CH
A pair of “856” lounge chairs by Ico Parisi for Cassina, produced during the 1950s in Italy
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Italian Lounge Chair in Brown Leather and Suede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, leather, suede, lace, metal, Italy, 1970s. This bulky easy chair is characterized by
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Italian Lounge Chair in Brown Leather and Suede
Italian Lounge Chair in Brown Leather and Suede
H 37.41 in W 33.08 in D 34.26 in
Curved leather lounge chairs by Busnelli, Italy 1970s
By Studio G14, Busnelli
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Curved leather lounge chairs by Busnelli, Italy 1970s. Nice strong curved bulky shaped design
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wenge

Matteo Grassi Black Leather Lounge Chair, Italy, 1970s
By Matteo Grassi
Located in Almelo, NL
Matteo Grassi black leather lounge chair, Italy 1970s. It is constructed of a metal frame
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of red lounge chairs Italy 1990s Design Pierre Paulin Style
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
inspiration from Pierre Paulin's iconic 1960s design, the Orange Slice Chair. Featuring a striking orange
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Stylish Chrome and Leather Midcentury Design Lounge Chairs
Located in Montreal, QC
Pair of stylish chrome midcentury design celadon colored stitched leather lounge chairs.  
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Italian Pair of Cubic Lounge Chairs in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chair, leather, Italy, 1970s This striking lounge chair comes in a black leather
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Black leather and
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 37.8 in W 28.35 in D 57.09 in
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Black leather and
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 37.8 in W 28.35 in D 57.09 in
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Black leather and
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 37.8 in W 28.35 in D 57.09 in
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Black leather and
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 37.8 in W 28.35 in D 57.09 in
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Black leather and
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 37.8 in W 28.35 in D 57.09 in
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Black leather and
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 37.8 in W 28.35 in D 57.09 in
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Black leather and
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 37.8 in W 28.35 in D 57.09 in
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Black leather and
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Abrazo Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 37.8 in W 28.35 in D 57.09 in
Italian Lounge Chairs with Ottomans in Cognac Leather, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
A pair of Italian lounge chairs with their original ottomans, designed in the 1970s. Their rounded
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Post Modern Italian Green Leather lounge chairs
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Italian Green Leather Lounge armchairs with removable cushions and armrests attached with
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Luigi Radaelli Italian 'Tartana' Lounge Chair in Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Radaelli, 'Tartana' lounge chair, leather, beech, Italy, 1970s This postmodern Italian
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Vintage Italian Cognac Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Vintage Italian Cognac Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman, 1970s This sculptural lounge chair with
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Italian Wingback Lounge Chair in Black Leather and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, leather, mahogany, Italy, 1960s This wonderful sturdy and voluminous lounge
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Italian Lounge Chair in Black Leather and Stained Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, leather, walnut, Italy, 1960s A modern armchair in black leather and stained walnut
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

1960s Giuseppe Munari for Poltrona Italian Leather Lounge Chairs
By (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Italian Leather Lounge Chairs Camel Chairs acquired northern Italy. Designed by Giuseppe
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Il Poltrone 175 Series Leather Lounge Chair by Ammannati & Vitelli, 1973
By Titina Ammannati and Giampiero Vitelli, Comfort, Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Il Poltrone lounge chair as part of the i Potoni 175 series designed by T. Ammannati and G.P
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Acrylic

Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Leather
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 36.23 in W 34.26 in D 33.86 in
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Leather
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 36.23 in W 34.26 in D 33.86 in
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Leather
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 36.23 in W 34.26 in D 33.86 in
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Leather
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 36.23 in W 34.26 in D 33.86 in
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Leather
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 36.23 in W 34.26 in D 33.86 in
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Leather
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 36.23 in W 34.26 in D 33.86 in
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Leather
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 36.23 in W 34.26 in D 33.86 in
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Leather
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 36.23 in W 34.26 in D 33.86 in
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Black
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 36.23 in W 34.26 in D 33.86 in
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Leather
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 36.23 in W 34.26 in D 33.86 in
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Leather
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 36.23 in W 34.26 in D 33.86 in
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Leather
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 36.23 in W 34.26 in D 33.86 in
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Leather
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 36.23 in W 34.26 in D 33.86 in
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design Dimensions: D 86 x W 87 x H 92 cm. Materials: Leather
Category

2010s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
Pampa Mariposa Lounge Chair by Cuero Design
H 36.23 in W 34.26 in D 33.86 in
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Italian Design Lounge Chair Leather For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of Italian design lounge chair leather on 1stDibs. A piece of Italian design lounge chair leather — often made from animal skin, leather and metal — can elevate any home. Find 28 options for an antique or vintage item from our selection of Italian design lounge chair leather now, or shop our selection of 21 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A choice in our collection of Italian design lounge chair leather is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of Italian design lounge chair leather over the years, but those crafted by Tacchini, Joe Colombo and Claesson Koivisto Rune are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is an Italian Design Lounge Chair Leather?

A piece of Italian design lounge chair leather can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,328, while the lowest priced sells for $929 and the highest can go for as much as $17,258.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.