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When was the electric recliner invented?

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When was the electric recliner invented?
The first electric recliner chairs were brought to market in 1954 in Japan by the Family Fujiryoki company. Today, electric recliners are still common in Japan. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary recliner chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Shop for 1980s Recliner Chairs on 1stDibs
Pair of 1980's Reclining Swivel White Leather Lounge Chairs
By Barcalounger
Located in Hanover, MA
Upgrade to First Class at home (or at sea) with this pair of white kid glove faux-leather reclining
Category

Late 20th Century American Space Age Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Iconic Gravity Balans Reclining Chair by Peter Opsvik for Varier, Norway 1980s
By Peter Opsvik
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find am exceptionally rare "Gravity Balans" chair design by Peter Opsvik
Category

Vintage 1980s Norwegian Post-Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Reclining Executive Office Chair - One Piece, 1980s
By Herman Miller
Located in Basel, BS
pad Executive Lounge or Office chair from the 1980s!! Chrome, Wool, vintage aluminum group, Metal
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Noe Lounge Chair by Vitelli and Ammannati for Moroso, Italy, 1980's
By Moroso, Titina Ammannati and Giampiero Vitelli
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
used for both sitting as reclining. This beautiful chair is reupholstered with lovely Pierre Frey faux
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mario Botta "Quinta" Chair for Alias 1980s
By Mario Botta, Alias
Located in Wien, Wien
unexpected comfort whether you're sitting or reclining. The chair's lines evoke the architectural mastery
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel

Avant Garde Lounge Chair by Ammannati & Giampiero for Brunati, 1980s
By Brunati, Titina Ammannati and Giampiero Vitelli
Located in Renens, CH
Unusual reclining lounge chair designed by Titina Ammanati and Vitelli Giampiero for Brunati, Italy
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

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