Modern Slipper Chairs
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Pair of "Fringe" Slipper Chairs made in Italy by Gamma Arredamenti International
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing a luxurious addition to your home decor - a Pair of "Fringe" Slipper Chairs designed and manufactured in Italy by Gamma Arredamenti International.
These exquisite chairs...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Leather Slipper Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of stunning ivory/cream leather slipper chairs raised on exposed espresso wooden legs with detached leather back cushion.
Christian Liaigre daybed in matching leather availa...
Category
2010s French Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Leather
Cyclade Slipper Chair by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt, USA 1990's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Cyclade slipper chair designed and manufactured in the 1990's by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt.
The chair has a solid wood frame with a dark walnut finish and it is upho...
Category
1990s American Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of large beautiful ivory suede slipper chairs raised on exposed espresso wooden legs with single detached ivory linen back cushion.
From luxury manufacturer Holly Hunt.
Th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Suede
Pair of Christian Liaigre “Latin” Chairs for Holly Hunt
Located in New York, NY
We are very pleased to present a beautiful pair of large slipper chairs by Christiain Liaigre for Holly Hunt.
Raised on exposed wooden frames with single loose seat back cushions.
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Belle Side Chair by DeMuro Das with Walnut Legs
By DeMuro Das
Located in New York, NY
The Belle side chair by DeMuro Das has an elliptical shaped seat and curved back. Solid walnut legs extend up the back of the seat, making this piece interesting from all angles. Con...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Modern Upholstered Hardwood Slipper Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Modern pair of upholstered slipper chairs featuring a painted hardwood frame. Generous scale with a large seating area having a textured fabric in a neutral tone. The chairs are supp...
Category
20th Century American Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Early 21th Century Upholstered and Tufted Slipper Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of Early 21th Century Upholstered and Tufted Slipper Chairs.
Measures 22" in width, 27" in depth and 32.5" in height. Seat height 17
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Contemporary Isabella Occasional Chair in Pink Velvet with Upholstered Legs
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Isabella Occasional Chair is a new take on one of our signature pieces. The exquisite tailored fluting and distinctive lines give a shapely feminine edge, without the wings of its equally as elegant cousin. This design is superb upholstered in vibrant cotton velvet.
Shown here upholstered in Liberty Fabrics Bloomer cotton velvet, with trim in Samuel & Sons Cambridge cord in Melon. This edition features upholstered legs...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Pair of 1970s Italian Mario Bellini Style Slipper Chairs in Blush Pink Fabric
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sexy Italian Slipper Chairs fully restored with new cushioning and Blush Pink upholstery. Modern. Luxurious. Unique form with simple lines and a clean profile. Blush Pink fabric adds...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
American Designer, Slipper Chair, Walnut, Cotton, Velvet, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut, cotton strap and green brown velvet slipper lounge chair designed and produced in the US, 1940s.
Seat height 16”
Category
1940s American Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Velvet, Walnut
Pair of Unusual French 1960s Pedestal Chairs in the Style of Roger Tallon
By Roger Tallon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of unusual French 1960s pedestal chairs in the style of Roger Tallon. Restored and reupholstered.
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Pair of Unusual French 1960s Pedestal Chairs in the Style of Roger Tallon
By Roger Tallon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of unusual French 1960s pedestal chairs in the style of Roger Tallon. Restored and reupholstered.
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Pair of Unusual French 1960s Pedestal Chairs in the Style of Roger Tallon
By Roger Tallon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of unusual French 1960s pedestal chairs in the style of Roger Tallon. Restored and reupholstered.
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Donghia Milo Chair
By Donghia
Located in Houston, TX
Donghia Milo slipper chair fully upholstered in dark taupe woven jacquard with loose seat, tight back, with feet finished in espresso stained maple wood.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wood
Large Mies van der Rohe Style Black Leather Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Mies van der Rohe style black leather lounge chair. Not the usual copy of the Barcelona chair. 18 in. seat height. 3 chairs are available. Pr...
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Italian Designer, Slipper Chairs with Ottoman, Walnut, Fabric, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut and white fabric slipper lounge chairs with ottoman designed and produced in Italy c. 1940s.
Seat height 15”.
ottoman dimensions 11.5” H x 24” W x 15.5” D
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Large Mies van der Rohe Style Black Leather Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Mies van der Rohe style black leather lounge chair. Not the usual copy of the Barcelona chair. 18 in. seat height. 3 chairs are available...
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Reupholstered Bouclé Oversized Lounge Chairs by Baker, 1980s, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of reupholstered and refinished circa 1980s Baker armless oversized lounge chairs, also works as petit settees, both signed with Baker medallions. Newly reupholstered ...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
A Pair of Elegant Scissor Chairs With Brass Details Ca' 1950's
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of unusual slipper chairs with scissor design. Elegant style with brass stretchers. Frames redone in original satin ebony, reupholstered.
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Brass
Barbara Barry for Baker Pair of Grey Chenille Slipper Chairs
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Slipper chairs from Barbara Barry for Baker.
Armless chairs with tight curved backs and loose seat cushions upholstered in a Great Plains chenille textured fabric in matte grey.
Flu...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Edward Wormley Style Modern Slipper Chairs
Located in Pasadena, TX
Pair of modern slipper chair in a nice fabric.
The chairs have a wood base and square legs.
They're in the Edward Wormley Style.
These chairs are distributed by TGF Furniture.
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Baker Furniture Modern Silk Upholstered Slipper Chairs or Lounge Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning pair of Modern armless silk slipper chairs or lounge chairs with original turquoise silk upholstery.
By Baker Furniture.
USA, circa 1970s.
Measures: 28" W x 31.5"...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Silk
Pair of "Courchevel" low chairs by Pierre Guariche, France, 1959's
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of slipper chairs "Courchevel" by Pierre Guariche, France
Model created in 1959 for Huchers Minvielle editions
Similar model reproduced in the book "Pierre Guariche" by Jacob-Bl...
Category
1950s French Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Florence Knoll Model 65 Chrome Slipper Lounge Chairs, 1973
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Florence Knoll Chromed Steel & Oatmeal Fabric Lounge Chairs. Featuring 1 inch reflective sturdy, solid Chromed Steel constructed framework, ergonomic angled rear legs and bac...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome
J. Robert Scott Cambon Leather Hide Slipper Chairs Per Item
Located in Miami, FL
J. Robert Scott Cambon Leather Hide Slipper Chairs Per Item
Offered for sale individually are 3 J. Robert Scott "Cambon" quilted leather and fur-on-hide leather slipper chairs. The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Hide, Leather, Down
Contemporary Isabella Channelled Slipper Chair in Red Velvet with Legs in Walnut
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Isabella slipper chair is one of our signature pieces. The exquisite tailored fluting and distinctive lines give a shapely feminine edge. Th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Modern Swivel Slipper Chair Orange Brushed Chenille & 4 Prong Chrome Base
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous modern swivel slipper chair with its original orange brushed chenille fabric with vertical tuck & roll cushions and 4 prong chrome base. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Black and White Slipper Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage ebonized slipper chair newly upholstered in a graphic black, white and gray playful geometric velvet.
Category
20th Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Modern Studio TK Custom Red Knit Fabric Slipper Chair or Pouf with Back, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
A whimsical modern pair of Studio TK Chest Collection custom slipper chairs or poufs with back in a beautiful red color. The pair of chairs are made of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Pair of Slender Italian Stitched Leather Lounge Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of slender Italian stitched leather lounge chairs.
Two more available, so four total for $3,600.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair Of Modern Woven Wicker Slipper Chairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of excellent wicker slipper chairs with thick cream colored back and seat cushions(included) and four short sturdy feet. Perfect for beach or coastal decor.
Category
20th Century American Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wicker
Belle Side Chair by DeMuro Das with Hand-Cast Solid Bronze Legs
By DeMuro Das
Located in New York, NY
The Belle Side Chair by DeMuro Das has an elliptical shaped seat with standard or feather/down cushion and curved back. Hand-cast solid bronze legs extend up the back of the seat, ma...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Ovoid Lounge Chair in Solid Oak, Raw Effect and Leather by Craig Bassam
Located in Ridgefield, CT
The BassamFellows Ovoid lounge chair is a deceptively simple and casual chair derived from the pure geometry of elliptical forms. With a big sit despite a smaller footprint, Ovoid is...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Elegant Pair of Slipper Chairs with Lucite Legs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of deep slipper chairs with Lucite legs. Newly recovered in blue boucle by Venfield.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Lucite, Wood
Pair of Modern Striped-Upholstered Rolled Back Slipper Chairs / Window Bench
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Modern Upholstered Rolled Back Slipper Chairs, position the pair face to face to have a beautiful rolled arms Window Bench. Measures ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
"Zeus" Chair in the Manner of Jean-Michel Frank
Located in Glendale, CA
"Zeus" chair in the manner of Jean-Michel Frank. Handcrafted in Los Angeles in the workshop of noted French designer and antiques dealer Denis de le Mesiere...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Modern Bench with Curved Metal Legs
Located in North York, ON
Modern bench with curved metal legs. Beautiful textured beige fabric with thick cushioning for maximum comfort. Completed with curved metal legs in an ant...
Category
1970s American Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Coppia di poltroncine rivestite in velluto nero con puntini in lurex, 1970s
Located in Florence, IT
Coppia di poltroncine vintage imbottite presentate con nuovo rivestimento in velluto nero illuminato da puntini in lurex argentati. Le poltrone han...
Category
1970s Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pink Fabric and Tan Linen "Fashionista" Slipper/Side Modern Chair
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A custom-made chair on tan linen and pink wool blend fabric. Exterior is all tan linen. Interior all pink. Beautiful brass nailhead trim on back. Grey or tan...
Category
2010s American Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Karpen High Back Slipper Chairs
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of unusual high back, upholstered slipper chairs by Karpen of California. Original fabric and labels. These chairs are very comfortable and elegant. On chunky, tapered wood le...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Asian Modern Upholstered Slipper Chairs in James Mont Style, Pair
By James Mont
Located in Miami, FL
Asian Modern Upholstered Slipper Chairs in James Mont Style, Pair
Offered for sale is a pair overscale of late 20th century upholstered slipper chairs created in the James Mont sty...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Modern, Walnut, Brass and Boucle' Malta Lounge Slipper Chair with Footstool
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Malta slipper lounge chair with matching footstool is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa.
This set will work equally well as a lounge or side chair and will...
Category
2010s South African Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Brass
Modern Decorator Slipper Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning modern slipper chair features a plush upholstered pouf seat with a unique chrome wedge seat back. The unique visual impression makes a striking...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Outdoor Sunbed Painted Aluminium Structure Totally Removable Cover Customizable
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Outdoor sun lounger with adjustable backrest in 6 different positions. Matte white aluminum frame and double cushions in differentiated density pol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Modern Walnut Leather Benches
Located in North York, ON
Pair of modern walnut leather benches. Simplistic modern styling in rich walnut woods and upholstered seat cushion. Contrasting center panel adds ...
Category
2010s American Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Italian Designer, Slipper Chairs, Velvet, Wood, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of 4 green velvet and dark-stained wood slipper lounge chairs designed and produced in Italy, 1940s.
Seat height 13.5”.
Category
1940s Italian Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Large Mies van der Rohe Style Black Leather Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Mies van der Rohe style black leather lounge chair. Not the usual copy of the Barcelona chair. Measures: 18 in. seat height. 3 chairs are...
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Classic Slipper Chairs by Kroehler
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of elegant slipper chairs by Kroehler. Original upholstery, white laquered legs.
Category
1950s American Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Slipper Upholstered Chair with Concave Tufted Back and Tapered Legs
Located in Ballard, CA
The upholstered slipper chair in the french style has concave tufted back, raised on elegant tapered legs. Custom sizes and finishes available.
Category
2010s American Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Ebony
Pair of Modern Walnut Benches by Lara Mann
Located in North York, ON
Pair of Modern walnut benches by Lara Mann. Simplistic modern styling in rich walnut woods and upholstered seat cushion. Contrasting center panel adds texture and flare to the design...
Category
2010s American Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of Slender Italian Stitched Leather Lounge Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of slender Italian stitched leather lounge chairs.
Two more available, so four total for $3,600.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Sheep Lounge Chair by Studio Ahead
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep lounge chair designed by Studio Ahead. The chair is upholstered in custom cream merino wool felt from Northern California sheep, applied using hand-crafted appliqué technique. The stacked pillows formation of the lounge chair is inspired by the idea of a Persian divan sofa...
Category
2010s Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wool, Felt
Pair of Unusual French 1960s Pedestal Chairs in the Style of Roger Tallon
By Roger Tallon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of unusual French 1960s pedestal chairs in the style of Roger Tallon. Restored and reupholstered.
Category
1960s French Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Pair of Oversized French 1970s Barcelona Style Chrome and Leather Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of oversized French 1970s Barcelona style chairs. Not the typical Mies van der Rohe copy; a reinterpretation of the design from the 1970s. Purchased in Paris at Artcurial auctio...
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Ligne Roset High Back Pair of Slipper Chairs by SODA Design in Jacquard Chenille
By Ligne Roset
Located in Dallas, TX
The "SO" Chair was designed by Soda Designers, Nasrallah & Horner, and produced by Ligne Roset. The design was chosen to become part of the permanent collection of contemporary desig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Slender Italian Stitched Leather Lounge Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of slender Italian stitched leather lounge chairs.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Slipper Chairs by Burov Paris
By Burov
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of 70s slipper chairs by Sieges Burov Paris. The chairs have new seat and back cushions and have been reupholstered in a lush Cameron 100% Mohair.
Burov Paris is a French d...
Category
1970s French Vintage Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Mohair
Modern slipper chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern slipper 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 slipper chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern slipper 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 slipper chairs, popular names associated with this style include Airborne International, Aiveen Daly, Olivier Mourgue, and Baker Furniture Company. 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 slipper chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $850 and tops out at $14,268 while the average work can sell for $3,835.