Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Vintage Pernilla Armchair by Bruno Mathsson for Dux
Located in Chicago, IL
Pernilla 69 lounge chair
by DUX
Sweden, circa 1970
laminated and steam-bent beech, canvas webbing
chair: 38½ h × 29½ w × 35 d in
Condition:
Good overall condition. General wear exi...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Pair of Vintage Svend Skipper “Model 91” Lounge Chairs, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
We are proud to present an exceptionally rare and iconic pair of Danish modern lounge chairs: the Svend Skipper ‘Model 91,’ affectionately celeb...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Teak
1960s, Pair of Lounge Chairs in Jacquard Fabric by Trensums, Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A charming pair of 1960s lounge chairs produced by Trensum in Sweden, upholstered in a richly textured jacquard fabric. The pattern features soft, earthy tones and an elegant botanic...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Jacquard, Teak, Pine
$4,142 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Vintage Alky Chairs in Off-White Fabric by Giancarlo Piretti for Artifort, 1970s
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
A pair of beautiful Giancarlo Piretti “Alky” chairs reupholstered in luxurious off-white wool-cotton blend fabric produced by a highly recognized textile manufacturer Chase Erwin fro...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
Verner Panton, Rocking Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, Germany, 1980s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and green fabric rocking lounge chair designed by Verner Panton in 1974, produced by Rosenthal, Germany, c. 1980s.
Minor scuffing on wood frame from normal use.
Reupholstere...
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1980s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Danish 1940s Easy Chair with Open Armrests in Beech by Alfred Christensen
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 natural beech wood. Nice slim elegant ...
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1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Wool
A Mid-Century Woven Leather Lounge Chair by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in London, GB
Greece, circa 1960
A mid-twentieth century lounge chair designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis of Athens, the sleek walnut frame upholstered with woven brown leather cord, ...
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Mid-20th Century Greek Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Eames 670 Rosewood Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman for Herman Miller (DB)
Located in Cincinnati, OH
One of the most iconic designs of the Mid Century period the Eames 670 lounge chair with 671 ottoman . In the very desirable soft black leather and enhanced even further with a rich ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Expertly Restored -Adrian Pearsall Model 843-C Lounge Chair for Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials
Walnut Wood, New Boucle Tweed, New High-Density Foam, New Pirelli Webbing
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Rare Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Tub Chairs in Original Magenta
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Milo Bauhgman, these swiveling lounge chairs were produced by Thayer Coggin. This partnership left us with many designs to admire, and this one is easily one of the most ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Ekornes Stressless Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Restored Leather
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous Stressless lounge chair and ottoman by Ekornes. Made in Norway, the set dates to the mid/late 20th century. Chair reclines to near flat, and chair and ottoman both swivel. A...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vladimir Kagan For Directional Swivel Lounge Chairs In Velvet
Located in New York, NY
Amazing pair of 1980's Vladimir Kagan design for Directional swivel lounge chairs, the chairs were purchased from the original owner who got them from the Vladimir Kagan showroom in ...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
DeSede DS 2030 Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Hans Eichenberger, 1979
Located in Bern, CH
Hans Eichenberger DS 2030 low-backed leather Lounge Chair & matching Ottoman. Produced by DeSede, Switzerland. Black leather with with chromed steel base. A timeless Swiss design cla...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Italian Designer, Lounge Chair, Wood, Velvet, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue velvet and stained wood lounge chair likely designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s.
Reupholstery recommended.
A 1” long tear in fabric of right arm.
Light staining to fab...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Viggo Boesen, Lounge Chair in Oak & Shearling Lambswool, Danish Modern, 1950s
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Odense, DK
Presenting a charming low back lounge chair from the 1950s, crafted in solid oak and thoughtfully reupholstered in a great quality "Oyster" shearling lambskin. Drawing inspiration fr...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
Ate van Apeldoorn Pair of Lounge Chairs for Houtwerk Hattem, Netherlands 1960s
Located in Skokie, IL
This exemplary lounge chair, designed by Ate van Apeldoorn in the early 1960s for Houtwerk Hattem, exemplifies mid-century Dutch craftsmanship. Constructed from high-quality ash wood...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Reclining Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for S.
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions
39in H x 28.50in W x 31.50in -47.50in D
Seat Height 16.50in
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringin...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Beech, Walnut
Two Early Pierre Paulin F598 "Groovy" Chair for Artifort
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Two iconic early Pierre Paulin "groovy" chairs, reupholstered in a Maharam woven fabric, with new foam.
Known for its striking, sculptural shape. It is also known as the "M" chair du...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair Mid Century Danish Modern Black Leather Lounge Chairs by Georg Thams
By Georg Thams
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair Mid Century Danish Modern Black Leather Lounge Chairs by Georg Thams made in Denmark. Constructed of solid rosewood and original broken in black genuine leather this modern des...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Sergio Rodrigues Mole / Sheriff Chair and Ottoman, Jacaranda, Leather, 1960's
Located in Culver City, CA
This chair and ottoman set is pure Brazilian modern magic — the kind of duo that doesn’t just complete a room, it defines it. With its sculptural Jacaranda frame, deep tufted cushion...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Jacaranda
$19,900 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Sirocco Safari Chairs by Arne Norell for Arne Norell AB, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful pair of "Sirocco" safari chairs designed by Arne Norell and produced by Arne Norell AB in Sweden during the 1960s. These chairs are iconic examples of Scandinavian Moder...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Ash
Danish Easy with Carved Oak Base and Armrests attributed to Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Super cool brutalist style Lounge chair in carved white oak attributed to Henning Kjærnulf made around 1970. Very typical of Kjærnulf.'s designs as he was known for combining the mid...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Funky Sculptural Sofa made by Artifot
By Artifort
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A super groovy well built sofa made by Artifort in the Netherlands. Fabric is original & in poor condition. Needs a basic recovering to be excellent.
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Early 2000s English Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Expertly Restored - Paul McCobb Model-1321 Wing Lounge Chairs for Directional
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 precis...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Ekornes Stressless Reclining Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ekornes Stressless reclining lounge chair. Elegant mid century Scandinavian design with tubular bent chrome frame and burnt orange leather cushion with buttons. Lounge at any angle i...
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Late 20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Expertly Restored - Ib Kofod Larsen Danish Modern Sculptural Lounge Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
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 precis...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Beech, Walnut
Maralunga Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Located in Beerse, VAN
The Maralunga, an icon of Italian design, designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in 1973, is one of the most beloved pieces in modern furniture history.
Its soft, organic lines an...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Modernist Dutch Lounge Chair in Enameled Steel and Patinated Brown Leather 1950s
Located in Meer, VAN
Modernist Dutch Lounge Chair in Enameled Steel and Patinated Brown Leather 1950s.
A wonderful mid century lounge chair designed by Wim Rietveld, the son of Gerrit Rieveld. Beautiful...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Adrian Pearsall Lounge Chair in Walnut Circa 1960s Organic Modern
Located in Oakland, CA
Sculptural lounge chair constructed of walnut and fabric by engineering architect Adrian Pearsall for Crafts Associates. Embracing an Organic Modern aesthetic with graceful arms of s...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Czech Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Czech Republic, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of dark-stained wood and green fabric lounge chairs likely designed and produced in the Czech Republic, 1930s.
One has loose fabric on top edge of backrest.
Very minor scuff...
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1930s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
A Pair of Curved Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Lambswool, Danish Modern, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Odense, DK
A stunning pair of Art Deco lounge chairs, embodying the timeless elegance of Danish Modern design from the 1940s. Crafted in the style of Fritz Hansen, the frames are constructed fr...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Wool, Birch
Móveis Cimo, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Velvet, Brazil, 1960s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brown beige velvet and wood lounge chairs or slipper chairs produced by Móveis Cimo, Brazil, c. 1960s.
Reupholstered in brand new velvet.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 29....
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
60s Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer for Gavina (Original)
By Marcel Breuer, Gavina
Located in Ljubljana, SI
A true icon of 20th-century design – this original Wassily Chair (Model B3), designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925–26 and produced by Gavina (Italy) in the 1960s, is a rare and highly co...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pierre Paulin Pacha Lounge Chair for Gubi
By Pierre Paulin, Gubi
Located in Skokie, IL
Pierre Paulin classic Pacha Lounge Chair for Gubi.
A mid-century modern dark, rounded lounge chair with a low profile and plush, upholstered form. Legend...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Plastic
$2,300 / item
Pair of Vintage Big Armchairs Burgundy Plum Velvet, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Very comfortable armchair from the 1960s. Produced probably in France. A beautiful representative of Art Deco. Furniture with a massive construction, have a comfortable seat on sprin...
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Pair of Marco Zanuso “Senior” Lounge Chairs
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Marco Zanuso “Senior” Lounge Chairs
Newly upholstered in mustard bouclé
Brass Legs,
Italy, circa 1960
Available to view in-situ at our Miami gallery.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
$12,800 / set
Gorgeous Avocado Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Not a color you see often! A classic Eames lounge chair and ottoman with vintage wood and metal components outfitted in brand new leather cushions in Avocado shade. 3-4 week producti...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Coronado' Butterscotch Leather Lounge Chair, 1966
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic 'Coronado' lounge chair in butterscotch leather; a hallmark of Italian design. It was designed in 1966 by design luminaries Afra & Tobia Scarpa for the world-renowned B&B Ital...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Rare pair of Jean Gillon "Rodeio" Easy Chairs, Brazil, 1960s
By Jean Gillon
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced in the 1960s by Wood Art Brazil.
Jean Gillon (1919–2007) was born in Lasi, Romania. In 1956, already possessing a consistent portfolio, he moved to São Paulo, where he dev...
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Mid Century Warren Platner for Knoll Slipper Lounge Chairs
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sharp matching pair of lounge chairs designed by Warren Platner and produced by Knoll Associates. They feature bronzed steel frames and neutral beige tweed upholstery. All original...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
1960s Original Early Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning original early production Eames chair and ottoman. 1960s edition, with both original Herman Miller labels present. Original leather in good condition with age appropriate we...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
1960s Original Early Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning original early production Eames chair and ottoman. 1960s edition, with both original Herman Miller labels present. Original leather in good condition with age appropriate we...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of cherrywood lounge chairs, Italy, 1950s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Pair of Italian armchairs in cherry wood with padded elements upholstered in cobalt-blue velvet, Italian manufacture, early 1950s.
Italian design has always stood out for its abilit...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cherry
$7,671 / set
Pair of Highback "Luna" Lounge Chairs by Odd Knutsen
By Odd Knutsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Norway
Designer: Odd Knutsen
Manufacturer: Hjellegjerde
Era: 1970
Materials: Leather
Measurements: 29.5″ wide x 30″ deep x 37.5″ tall; Seat Height 18"
Condition: Excellent o...
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Late 20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Iconic Jens Risom Lounge Chair for Knoll, Model 652-W, Mid-Century Modern
By Knoll, Jens Risom
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Jens Risom Model 652-W lounge chair for KnollStudio, originally designed in 1941 and still celebrated as one of the icons of mid-century modern design. This timeless piece fe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Wood
Set of 2 Norwegian Siesta Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Ingmar Relling, 60s
Located in Hamburg, DE
The classic siesta chair according to the design of ingmar relling from the 1960s. Here in a newer version of the norwegian manufacturer ekornes.
the name of this design is reflecte...
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20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Danish Modern, Pair of Lounge Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A stunning pair of Danish modern lounge chairs in the style of Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf. Made in oak and reupholstered cushions in a great quality shearling lambswool. Made in 1960s ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Oak
Folke Ohlsson Danish Teak Lounge Chair for Dux
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A solid wood framed Danish lounge chair with sculptural arms in a dark teak wood with double loose cushions in vintage ultra-Suede. This very well crafted and comfortable chair has t...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Poul Kjærholm, pair of early PK31 leather lounge chairs for E. Kold Christensen
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Discover the epitome of Scandinavian Vintage Design with this pair of Poul Kjærholm PK31 lounge chairs, meticulously crafted for E. Kold Christensen. These highly collective pieces a...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Erberto Carboni 'Delfino' Lounge Chair for Arflex 1954
Located in Tilburg, NL
Erberto Carboni 'Delfino' Lounge Chair designed in 1954 for Arflex, Italy. New, Current production.
Delfino armchair by Erberto Carboni is a significant example of the so-called "or...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
The Big Chair and Ottoman by Jens Risom in Navy Blue Velvet, C. 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Westport, CT
This iconic Jens Risom lounge chair and ottoman set embodies the elegance and comfort of mid-century American design. Fully restored by our expert workshop, the chair features its di...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Unique Small Danish Late Art Deco lounge chair with Tear Drop Legs ca. 1935
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic 1930s-1940s lounge chair from the late Art Deco early midcentury era. Strong statement piece for any room despite modest proportions. Super charming. raised on mahogany le...
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1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Wool
Svante Skogh, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
By Svante Skogh
Located in High Point, NC
A green floral-printed fabric and wood lounge chair, model "Chile" designed by Svante Skogh and produced by Klings, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Vintage fabric in fair to distressed condition,...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Percival Lafer MP-116 Modular Lounge Chair, Brazil 1970s Rare Set of 4 available
Located in Chattanooga, TN
An exceptional and increasingly scarce example of the Percival Lafer MP-116 modular lounge system, produced in Brazil in the 1970s and offered here as an individual seating unit. A total of four matching modules are available, an extremely rare occurrence for this model. Sets of this size, in this level of preservation, almost never reach the market. The MP-116 represents one of Lafer’s most sculptural and architecturally ambitious seating designs, defined by its distinctive pillow-block construction, deeply gathered leather upholstery, and the refined engineering that characterizes his most collectible work.
Each module is crafted from four generously padded, individually upholstered leather blocks that create the sensuous, soft geometry that has made the MP-116 one of the most coveted designs of Lafer’s career. Upholstered in a rich, dark-chocolate leather, the cushions retain their fullness and tactile depth, presenting in very good original condition with the kind of surface character and luster that collectors seek. The frames are executed in solid Brazilian Jatobá hardwood, a dense, high-value tropical species noted for its strength and warm, glowing tonality. The timber displays exceptional grain clarity and remains in outstanding condition, underscoring the longevity and craftsmanship of this early production.
The MP-116 was conceived as a genuinely forward-thinking modular system—far more sophisticated than most mid-century modular seating. A single unit makes a striking lounge chair with its sculptural massing and enveloping comfort, while multiple units can be combined into expansive sofas, balanced loveseats, long chaises, or asymmetrical compositions suited to contemporary architectural interiors. The ability to acquire four identical modules offers a level of design freedom, visual coherence, and spatial flexibility that is virtually impossible to source today. For designers and collectors working at a high level, this is an opportunity to build a complete, historically correct MP-116 suite.
This listing is for one MP-116 lounge seat, though up to four matching pieces are available. The set comes directly from the original owner and is accompanied by photocopies of the 1973 Brazil Contempo...
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1970s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fruitwood
Expertly Restored - Japanese Tendo Mokko "Heron" Cognac Leather Lounge Chair
By Tendo Mokko
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 precis...
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1960s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Beech
S231 Swivel De Sede Camel Leather Lounge Chair with Footstool, 1970s
By De Sede
Located in Antwerp, BE
Midcentury modern iconic S231 swivel lounge chair original vintage 1970s designed by the De Sede, Switzerland. This classic swivel armchair was handmade in the 1970s by De Sede in Sw...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Adriano Piazzesi Space Age Lounge Chair, Blue Velvet, Italy 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Space Age lounge chair by Adriano Piazzesi, originating from Italy in the 1970s. This chair perfectly capture Piazzesi's distinctive vision of blending futuristic forms with ultimate...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Cini Boeri 'Taboga' Lounge Chair for Arflex 1976
By Cini Boeri
Located in Tilburg, NL
Cini Boeri 'Taboga' Lounge Chair for Arflex 1976.
Designed in 1976. New, current production. Price noted is for a Taboga in fabric upholstery T5.
Taboga armchair was designed by Ci...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
$3,827 / item
Midcentury Brazilian modernist lounge or easy chair by Acacia Gil Borsoi, 1950s
Located in Zaandam, NL
This rare lounge chair by renowned architect and one of the founders of modernism in North Brazil, Acacia Gil Borsoi is a true example of midcentury Brazilian furniture. This chair i...
Category
1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Ingmar Relling Siesta Longue Chair For Westnofa
Located in Čelinac, BA
Ingmar Relling Siesta Leather Longue Chair for Westnofa 1970s
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Plywood
Mid-century Modern lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage lounge chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lounge chairs, popular names associated with this style include Knoll, Milo Baughman, Lawson-Fenning, and Artifort. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for lounge chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $11 and tops out at $97,000 while the average work can sell for $4,382.
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