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Lounge Chairs For Sale
American Designer, Lounge Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo, rattan and red fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s.
Dimensions: 29” H x 28” W x 36.3” D
Seat Height: 18.5”
Category
1970s American Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-Century Italian Modernist Lounge Chair w/ Sculptural Wood Arms
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: New Upholstery Recommended
This Mid-Century Italian Modernist Lounge Chair, dating to the 1950s, is a striking example of Italian craftsmanship and sculptural design. It...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
John Risley, Lounge Chair, Rattan, Iron, Wood, USA, 1950s
By John Risley
Located in High Point, NC
An iron, rattan and wood lounge chair designed by John Risley, USA, c. 1950s.
Dimensions: 33.4” H x 33.75” W x 41” D
Seat Height: 12.75”
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Paul Laszlo, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
An wood and beige fabric lounge chair designed by Paul Laszlo and produced by Brown Saltman, USA, c. 1950s.
Reupholstered in brand new fabric. Touch-ups carried out to wood.
Dimens...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Guillerme & Chambron, Lounge Chairs, Fabric, Oak, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beige fabric and oak lounge chairs designed by Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron, France, 1950s.
Dimensions: 43” H x 30.5” W x 36”
Seat Height: 19”
Category
1950s French Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Zanotta Maggiolina Lounge Chair in Gray Leather & Steel Frame by Marco Zanuso
By Zanotta, Marco Zanuso
Located in Miami, FL
One Maggiolina lounge chair with ottoman designed Marco Zanuso in 1947, steel frame, cowhide sling, goose down, gray leather upholstery.
Made in Italy by Zanotta
ottoman: 25.6" w 25...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Ray and Charles Eames White Lounge Chair With Ottoman For Herman Miller
Located in San Carlos, CA
For Sale: Authentic Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman – White/Ivory Leather with Blonde Wood
Upgrade your space with a true icon of modern design! We are offering an authentic Eames Loun...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Midcentury Modern "Teve" Chair in Sheepskin/Shearling Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1955
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
The "TeVe-chair" by Alf Svensson for Ljungs Industrier made in Sweden 1955.
The chair given that typical Scandinavian minimalistic design and are very comfortable. This one with all ...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
pair Martin Visser SZ01 Easy Chairs for 't Spectrum, 1960 Holland
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful set of two SZ01 armchairs designed by Martin Visser for Spectrum. This armchair was designed in 1960 and has been in production ever since. We have heard that these armchai...
Category
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wicker
Eames for Herman Miller Black Leather & Walnut Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An Eames lounge chair for Herman Miller. This is a gorgeous contemporary model of the classic Eames lounge chair and ottoman. Dated 2020, this chair carries an absolutely timeless de...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Giancarlo Piretti “Alky” Chair in Pierre Frey Fluffy Fabric, Artifort, 1970s
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
A beautiful Giancarlo Piretti “Alky” chair, re-upholstered in high-quality Pierre Frey wool from Paris, France, offering excellent structural properties and a soft, luxurious feel fo...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Alpaca, Mohair
Pair of Dutch Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Oak and Leather, 1930s
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
A pair of lounge chairs rooted in the Dutch Art Deco tradition of the 1930s, reflecting a harmonious balance between robust construction and minimalist design. These chairs are craft...
Category
1930s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Roberto Menghi Pair of 'Hall' Lounge Chairs for Arflex 1958
Located in Tilburg, NL
Roberto Menghi Pair of 'Hall' Lounge Chairs for Arflex, designed in 1958. Italy.
New, current production.
We are at the end of the ‘50s: an interesting series of armchairs and sof...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Modern Flock Lounge Chair Fluffy Edition in Azur ivory faux Fur by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
The “Flock” furniture collection draws on the idea that home is a place of comfort, sanctuary, and gathering and should be filled with personalized, character-rich, and eye-catching ...
Category
2010s Ukrainian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Sheepskin, Wool, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
Alfred Christensen Danish 1940's Easy Low Back Chair with Grey Sheepskin
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic elegant very luxurious Danish low back lounge chair from 1940s by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk with open armrests in beautifully curved beech and grey sheepskin...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Sergio Rodrigues, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Brazil, 1978
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood lounge chairs or armchairs designed and produced by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, c. 1978.
Very light scratching on backrest of one chair and arm of the other. Refinished...
Category
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Danish 1940's Easy Lounge Chair with Amber Shearling and Wooden Armrests
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Sublime lounge chair in the style of Viggo Boesen most likely made by Slagelse Mobelvaerk of Denmark sometime in the 1940s. This supercool low swung chair in unmarked but has the ch...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
American Designer, Lounge Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo, rattan and green fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in the US, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 30.75” H x 27” W x 30” D
Seat Height (inches): 19.5”...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Viggo Boesen Style 1940s Danish Low Club or Lounge Chair in Pearl Sheepskin
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Comfortable, exuberant, and ultracool Danish lounge chair from the 1930-40's. These type of chairs were produced as companions to the curved "banana" sofas coming out of the of the ...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Sheepskin
Pair of Danish 1950s Medium Size Lounge Chairs in Floral Fabric and Skirts
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful pair of 1950s Danish easy chairs in the style of Peter Hvidt. Very elegant with their distinct shape, precise lines and harmonious proportions. The size make them very ver...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Spider Leg Lounge Chairs, Ico Parisi Style, C. 1960s
Located in Westport, CT
A pair of unusual Ico Parisi lounge chairs (In the Style Of), entirely restored, circa, 1960s.
The design features sculptural arching legs tapered on solid brass sabots refinished in...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Velvet, Walnut
Djinn Chaise Lounge Attributed to Olivier Mourgue for Airborne, France, 1960s
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
This 'Djinn' chaise longue by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne International is stunning.
It was produced in France between 1964 and 1965.
This chaise longue is well known for its appe...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Lounge Chairs Designed by Warren Platner 1966 for Knoll International
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
Early production lounge chairs model 1715L designed by Warren Platner 1966 for Knoll. Both chairs are in very good original condition with bronze wire construction. The Platner Colle...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Erik Bertil Karlén, Swedish sheep skin lounge chair for Firma Rumsinteriör, 1940
Located in Uppsala, SE
Semi rare lounge chair by Eric Bertil Karlén for Firma Rumsinteriör, 1940s. Superb organic rounded shape that makes it very comfortable. New off-white sheepskin upholstery with natur...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Birch
Expertly Restored - Kurt Østervig Sculpted Lounge Chairs for Jason Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning pair of Janus lounge chairs, designed by Kurt Østervig for Jason Møbler in the 1950s, is a masterpiece of Danish modern craftsmanship. Crafted from beechwood with a ric...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Set of Two Ludvik Volak Bentwood Lounge Chairs in Off-White Bouclé, CZ 1960s
By Ludvik Volak
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of Two Ludvik Volak Bentwood Lounge Chairs in Off-White Bouclé, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
This refined set of two mid-century lounge chairs, attributed to renowned Czech designer Lu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bentwood
Set of Two Ludvik Volak Bentwood Lounge Chairs in Soft Teddy Upholstery, CZ 1960
By Ludvik Volak
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of Two Ludvik Volak Bentwood Lounge Chairs in Soft Teddy Upholstery, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
This elegant set of two lounge chairs by Czech designer Ludvik Volak captures the esse...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bentwood
Hans Wegner Early Papa Bear Chair by AP Stolen Original Fabric 1951, Stamped
Located in Vienna, AT
Collectors set of two labeled, stamped very early Papa Bear AP 19 chairs (number 13+16)
Made in Denmark, Designer Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen, around 1951.
Priced as a pair; we will ...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Teak
Danish 1940's High Back Lounge Chair by Alfred Christensen in Grey Sheepskin
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic elegant Danish high back armchair from the 1940s by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk with open armrests in beautifully carved stained beech wood. Nice slim elegant ...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Set of Two 'Elmyre' Lounge Chairs by Guillerme et Chambron, France, 1960s
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Set of two 'Elmyre' lounge chairs by Guillerme et Chambron, France, 1960s
What is typical for the designs of Guillerme et Chambron, is the sculptural frames, the natural materials and the plush cushions. What makes these extra special is their low legs.
This rarely seen corner element is the perfect addition to fill up any cosy corner...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak, Bouclé, Cotton, Wood
1970s Luna Lounge Chair by Odd Knutsen for Hjellegjerde Møbler
By Odd Knutsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A classic of Scandinavian Design, the Luna chair was designed by Odd Knutsen (1916-1986) for Hjellegjerde Møbler in Norway, circa 1970s. Comfortable, sleek, and stylish, this chair’...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pair of Leather Bronze and Palmwood Verite Chair by Pacific Green
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A beautiful example of Pacific Green's Verite lounge chair in impeccable condition. A RARE PAIR. Willing to separate.
No damage just some slight wear.
From Pacific Green's websit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Mesa Swivel Chair by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mesa swivel chair by Lawson-Fenning in white Alpaca bouclé. The Mesa swivel chair is a fully upholstered club chair that features a walnut or oak inset base.
The Lawson-Fenning Coll...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Walnut Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom, C. 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning pair of walnut lounge chairs by Danish-American designer Jens Risom, circa 1950s. Expertly restored by Stamford Modern, the solid walnut frames feature a rich natural fini...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Carrillo Lounge Chair by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Carrillo lounge chair features a curved solid wood frame and upholstered seating.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles, California. Reach out to...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Milo Baughman Scoop Chair in Soft Ivory Bouclé with Iron Legs c. 1950s
Located in Saint Louis, MO
This Milo Baughman 1950s Scoop chair hits all the marks with a gorgeous Mid Century Modern sculptural profile, a very comfortable ergonomic design with a wide seat, and new soft ivor...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid Century Westnofa Chair and Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Classic Scandinavian Mid Century Modern swivel, tilt lounge chair and ottoman, made in Norway by Westnofa, circa 1960's. The chair and ottoman are in very good, clean, ready to use c...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid-century 'Karuselli' Lounge Chair by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Avarte Finland, 1960s
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Yrjö Kukkapuro is a renowned Finnish furniture designer and interior architect, celebrated for his innovative designs, including the iconic Karuselli lounge chair. Recognized as one ...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of craved oak and light-grey fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 32” H x 38” W x 34” D
Seat Height (inches): 15”
Ar...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Early LCW Lounge Chair in Walnut, Charles & Ray Eames Herman Miller 1940s
Located in Vorst, BE
An early LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) in Walnut veneer.
Chair sold by Herman Miller, but produced by Evans Plywood in 1948-1949. The 5-2-5 screw arrangement beneath has only be used by E...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Plywood
Danish Mid-Century Carved Oak Easy Chairs in Oak by Henry Kjaernulf, 1960's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool sought after pair of easy chairs by Danish Designer, Henning (Henry) Kjaernulf made from quarter-sawn white oak and hand carved in a brutalist style inspired to art & craf...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman: A Timeless Icon of Comfort and Elegance
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman: A Timeless Icon of Comfort and Elegance
The Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, designed by the legendary Charles and Ray Eames, is a true masterpiece th...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Rare Pair of Lounge Chairs, Model "126", Attributed to Eugenio Gerli, 1958
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
Extremely Rare Pair of Lounge Chairs, Model "126", Attributed to Eugenio Gerli for Società Compensati Curvi Monza, 1958
This rare and highly collectible pair of lounge chairs is a variant of the iconic Model "126" by Eugenio Gerli, produced by Società Compensati Curvi Monza in 1958. With their elegant and sophisticated design, these chairs are a true gem for collectors and design enthusiasts.
The chairs feature a beautifully crafted curved plywood shell with walnut canaletto veneer, giving them a timeless and warm aesthetic. The arms are seamlessly integrated into the structure, enhancing the chair’s flowing design. The legs are made from black lacquered iron, adorned with adjustable brass feet, adding a refined touch of sophistication and utility.
Each chair comes with two original ivory antique velvet...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Cushman Furniture, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and beige fabric lounge chair produced by Cushman Furniture, USA, c. 1940s.
Dimensions: 35.5” H x 36.75” W x 33” D
Seat Height: 17”
Category
1940s American Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Bruno Mathsson Eva Lounge Chair with webbing
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bruno Mathsson Eva lounge chairs with webbing.
Frame in beech.
Made by Dux.
Price per chair
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech
Danish Art Deco High Back Lounge Chair Upholstered with Dark Green Velvet, 1940s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Art Deco high back lounge chair fully upholstered with dark green velvet. Legs of dark stained oak, the two front legs are round and pointed.
Handmade in the 1940s by Danish ...
Category
1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Giancarlo Piretti Alky Lounge Chairs in Green Fabric, Set of 2
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Giancarlo Piretti Alky Lounge Chairs in Green Fabric, 1970s
The "Alky" lounge chairs by Giancarlo Piretti are iconic modern design that seamlessly blends form, function and comfort....
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
An Italian rattan lounge chair in the manner of Gio Ponti, C. 1960.
By Gio Ponti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The winged back and seat supported by sleek iron legs makes this chair give off both modern and boho vibes.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Oak and Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Located in München, DE
Wonderful and very comfortable Danish leather armchair from the 1960s.
Very nice design and high-quality workmanship.
The robust and very soft leather ensures a very comfortable seat...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Pair Of George Smith Signature Lounge Chairs For Restoration (#1)
By George Smith
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of George Smith custom upholstered signature lounge chairs with rolled English arm and feather filled cushions. The chairs with loose pillow back and seat, turned front legs and...
Category
20th Century English Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Folke Ohlsson Dux Leather Lounge Chair + Ottoman - Teak Bracket Back
Located in Decatur, GA
Rare bracket back version of the Profil chair by Folke Ohlsson for Dux of Sweden. All new full grain veg tanned saddle tone leather. New foam, straps and batting. Solid old growth te...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Contemporary Sense Accent Chair, Armchair Sapele Wood, Bouclé, Brass, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Sense Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Sense lounge chair embodies the essence of slow living, designed to encourage a paus...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Antique French Provincial Louis XVI Armchair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning Louis XVI style armchair
France, Early 20th Century
Painted cream and gold gilt carved wooden frame, with pink and gold "woven" patterned upholstery, and down filled cus...
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Paint
Danish 1940s Alfred Christensen Style Lounge Chair with Open Armrests
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic Danish very comfortable high back armchair from the 1940s in the style of Fritz Hansen and Alfred Christensen with open armrests in beautifully curved stained beech. Nice sli...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
"Elodie" Sofa in Old Rose Recycled Velvet by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Elodie Sofa draws inspiration from the elegant curves of 1930s French design, channeling the works of Jean Royère, Pierre Chareau and Marc du Plantier. With its deep seat, soft b...
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2010s Cambodian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Expertly Restored - Sculpted Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and preci...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech, Walnut
Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chair, Iron, Rattan, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A rattan and black-painted iron lounge chair designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s.
Moderate oxidation to metal legs and frame.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 33” H x 40.625” W x...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Parsons Chairs in Leopard Velvet c. 1970
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Picture perfect aren't they? And wait until they envelop you in leopard velvet. Timeless Milo Baughman style Parsons design freshly reupholstered with forever sexy and stylish leopar...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Velvet
Antique and Vintage Lounge Chairs for Sale: Wassily Chairs, Eames Chairs and Other Celebrated Seats
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.
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