Alvar Aalto Chaise
Bentwood Wool Upholstery Chaise Lounge Chair by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Bruno Mathsson, Alvar Aalto
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern bentwood chaise lounge in orange wool upholstery. In the style of Bruno Mathsson.
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Wool, Bentwood
Mies van der Rohe Chaise Ludwig Model 242 for Knoll International
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pasadena, CA
designer. Along with Alvar Aalto, Le Corbusier, Walter Gropius, and Frank Lloyd Wright, he is regarded as
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Chrome
Early model 36 chaise longue by Bruno Mathsson, Leather and beech, 1940s
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Hägersten, SE
] Kaufmann considered Mathsson's importance in furniture design on par with that of Alvar Aalto.[5] Kaufmann
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 30.71 in W 35.44 in D 20.08 in
Chaise Longues Style Art Deco, Year 1930, Country: France, Wood and Mirror
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Chaise Longues
Style :Art deco
Year : 1930
Country: France
Materials: wood and mirror
We have
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chaise Longues
Materials
Mirror, Wood
H 68.9 in W 32.68 in D 112.6 in
Grete Jalk, Midcentury 4 Rosewood and Leather Chairs P Jeppesens Denmark
By Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, Grete Jalk
Located in Forest, BE
, courbé, contreplaqué de Alvar Aalto et les créations en contreplaqué moulé de Charles Eames, elle
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Grete Jalk, Midcentury 8 Rosewood and Leather Chairs P Jeppesens Denmark
By Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, Grete Jalk
Located in Forest, BE
, courbé, contreplaqué de Alvar Aalto et les créations en contreplaqué moulé de Charles Eames, elle
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
20 Century Seats (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
, Sessel MR 534, 1927/32 (Chair)
15 Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Stuhl MR 10, 1927 (Armchair)
16 Alvar Aalto
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20th Century Books
Materials
Paper
Charles Eames Lounge Chairs for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in bari, IT
bentwood plywood, as done a few years earlier by Alvar Aalto.
In 1941 he was united in second marriage to
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
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By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Textile
Mawu Sculpted Oak Chair by Laura Gonzalez
By laura gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Original chair in golden oak, satin finish. Flared legs, backrest and seat upholstered in a textured cream fabric by Dedar.
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2010s French Modern Chairs
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Oak
Giraffe dining Chair in Solid Brazilian Wood by Juliana Vasconcellos
By Juliana Lima Vasconcellos
Located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
The Giraffe dining chair was designed with soft curves and slender, but with volume, bringing comfort and elegance. The base structure was thought with three feet. The upholstered se...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Wood
H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 20.08 in
JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Mathieu Matégot, Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting.
Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstaette Fabric Department Pendant, Re-Edition
By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A simple but sensational fixture, designed by Josef Hoffmann, for the fabric department of the Wiener Werkstaette on Kaerntnerstrasse in Vienna. Style and color of the fabric custom-...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Silk
H 39.38 in Dm 37.41 in
Chaise Longue Model 242 by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International, 1980's
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The adjustable Model 242 MR Chaise Lounge was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927.
This particular example was produced in 1980 by Knoll International in the USA.
The cha...
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 35.44 in W 70.87 in D 24.41 in
Andrianna Shamaris Antique Low Teak Wood Coffee Table
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful antique coffee table with a wide thick teak wood panel top. Minimalist arch shaped base. Circa 1950.
This coffee table was hand made in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a Japanese...
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Vintage 1950s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Pine and Teddy Lounge Chairs by Renato Toso and Roberto Pamio for Stilwood, 1970
Located in Echt, NL
Impressive Italian lounge chairs in very good condition.
Designed by Renato Toso and Roberto Pamio in Italy in the 1970s.
Manufactured by Stilwood.
The triangular shaped frame is ...
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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fur, Fabric, Wood, Pine
H 25.6 in W 31.89 in D 37.41 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape.
The metal arms paint...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
"A Reverie During The Ball", 19th Century Oil on Canvas by Rogelio Egusquiza
By Rogelio de Egusquiza y Barrena
Located in Madrid, ES
ROGELIO DE EGUSQUIZA
Spanish, 1845 - 1915
A REVERIE DURING THE BALL
signed and dated "Rogelio Egusquiza, 1879" (lower right)
oil on canvas
21-3/4 X 33-5/8 inches (55 X 85cm.)
framed:...
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1870s Symbolist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vico Magistretti "122" Chairs for Cassina, 1967, Set of 8
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Vico Magistretti for Cassina "122" chairs for Cassina, brown leather, beech and plywood, Italy, 1967, set of eight.
The "122" chairs designed by Vico Magistretti in 1967 have a scul...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood, Leather
Bruno Mathsson Scandinavian Modern Chaiselongue Model 36 by Karl Mathsson, 1964
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful "model 36" chaiselongue designed in 1936 by Bruno Mathsson and produced in 1964 by Karl Mathsson, Sweden. The chair is made of bent, laminated birch with a webbed canvas ...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Beech
H 32.5 in W 61 in D 20 in
Pair of Armchairs from the 1930s in the Style of Michel Dufet French Art Deco
By Michel Dufet
Located in Grenoble, FR
Very nice pair of Art Deco armchairs attributed to Michel Dufet. Rio veneer, seat in period silk brocade. Very good state of conservation.
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Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Fruitwood
H 29.53 in W 25.99 in D 27.56 in
Gramophone Cabinet Designed by Jindřich Halabala, 1950's
By Jindrich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia
- Made of wood, veneer
- Good, original condition
- The record player is spinning
- Has signs of use.
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Ceramic Chandelier by Olivia Cognet
By Olivia Cognet
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Free-shape chandelier made by the French ceramic artist Olivia Cognet. Staying true to her organic shaped works, Olivia offers us here a beautiful and refined hanging piece all in so...
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2010s French Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Ceramic
Pair of Pernilla Armchairs by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, 1969
By Dux of Sweden, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Pernilla armchairs designed in 1969 by Bruno Mathsson for Dux, Sweden. Curved beech wood structure with canvas, leather strips and original fabric. Signed.
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
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Leather, Fabric, Canvas, Beech
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Late 19th-Century French Biomorphic Steamer Lounge Chaise.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
began in the 20th century with designers like Alvar Aalto and Isamu Noguchi. The chaise's structured
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Antique 19th Century French Chaise Longues
Materials
Beech
Alvar Aalto Chaise Lounge Chair for Artek Finland
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A bent birch wood chaise lounge chair with two removable upholstered cushions and a matching
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Bentwood
Chaise Longue, Model 39, Designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Bent birch and original webbing.
Very early example.
Measures: L 165 cm/ 5' 5”
H 65 cm/ 25 1/2"
D 62 cm/ 24 1/2".
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Birch
"Model 39" Chaise Lounge by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1945-1956
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Hägersten, SE
Rare chaise lounge model 39 designed by Alvar Aalto. This example made by the Artek factory in
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Jute, Birch
"Model 39" Chaise Lounge by Alvar Aalto for Artek, 1945-1956
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Hägersten, SE
Rare chaise lounge model 39 designed by Alvar Aalto. This example made by the Artek factory in
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
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Jute, Birch
Mid-Century Modern Bentwood Chaise Lounge Designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Union City, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Bentwood Chaise Lounge Designed by Alvar Aalto For Artek. This bentwood chaise
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
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Wood, Birch, Fabric
Early Alvar Aalto cantilevered chaise lounge
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Very early example of Aalto"s bent plywood chaise lounge with original canvas seating.Manufactured
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Chaise Longues
Materials
Birch, Canvas
Fine Birch Chaise Longue by Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
A fine mid-20th century bent birch and webbed chaise longue design by Alvar Aalto.
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Early 20th Century Finnish Chaise Longues
Chaise Longue Bentwood Bouclé Fabric by Marcel Breuer. Italy
By Marcel Breuer
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
iconic chair design during the Bauhaus period like Alvar Aalto, Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier or
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
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Fabric, Bouclé, Bentwood
Mid-Century Pair Curated Vintage Chairs by Architect Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Hudson, NY
Curated Pair of original, vintage chairs by the acclaimed Finnish designer and architect Alvar
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Birch
1970, Gianni Pareschi of Gruppo G14 for Busnelli, Italy, Pink Fiocco Chair
By Gianni Pareschi 1, Busnelli
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
, Osvaldo Borsani, Eero Saarinen, Eero Aarnio, Alvar Aalto, Alessandro Mendini, Gruppo 55, Studio Most
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Metal
H 43.31 in W 27.56 in D 47.25 in
1980, Fabrizio Ballardini, 2 (3?) Couches Ribcalta in Original Soft Terra Fabric
By Arflex
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
, Verner Panton, Joe Colombo, Pierre Paulin, Osvaldo Borsani, Eero Saarinen, Eero Aarnio, Alvar Aalto
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Steel
H 24.81 in W 49.61 in D 49.61 in
Danish Bent Teak Cantilever Lounge Chair Set by Stouby Polster, Fully Restored
By Alvar Aalto, Ake Fribytter, Stouby Polster Møbelfabrik
Located in Chattanooga, TN
in the style of Alvar Aalto constructed of bent, teak wood. Masterfully engineered to create maximum
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Teak, Fabric
H 33.25 in W 31 in D 30.5 in
Alvar Aalto, Early and Rare Cantilevered Chaise in White Fabric, circa 1937
By Alvar Aalto
Located in High Point, NC
A rare overstuffed variation of Alvar Aalto's famous chaise longue designed in 1936. Reupholstered
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Organic Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Fabric, Birch
H 28 in W 68 in D 24.75 in
Pair of Early, Original 1930's Cantilever Chairs, Stamped Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in New York City, NY
Pair of original, vintage chairs by the acclaimed Finnish designer and architect Alvar Aalto.
The
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Organic Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood
Original H.W. Klein Chaise Longue Chair in Teak and Fabric
By Bramin Mobler, Henry Walter Klein
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vodder, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Poul Henningsen, Alvar Aalto, Paavo Tynell, Estrid Ericson, Poul
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Teak
1970, Geoffrey Harcourt, Chaise Longue Cleopatra in Original Lila Tonus fabric
By Artifort, Geoffrey D. Harcourt
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
, Osvaldo Borsani, Eero Saarinen, Eero Aarnio, Alvar Aalto, Alessandro Mendini, Gruppo 55, Studio Most
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
H 25.99 in W 75.6 in D 35.83 in
1970, Geoffrey Harcourt, Chaise Longue Cleopatra in Originally Red Tonus Fabric
By Artifort, Geoffrey D. Harcourt
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
Paulin, Osvaldo Borsani, Eero Saarinen, Eero Aarnio, Alvar Aalto, Alessandro Mendini, Gruppo 55, Studio
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
H 25.99 in W 74.81 in D 35.44 in
1960, Olivier Morgue, Djinn Lounge Chair in Pink Original Fabric for Airborn
By Airborne International, Olivier Mourgue
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
Panton, Joe Colombo, Pierre Paulin, Osvaldo Borsani, Eero Saarinen, Eero Aarnio, Alvar Aalto, Alessandro
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 25.6 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Michelangelo Antonioni Blow Up, 1966, Film Large Print, Signed, Italian Cinema
By Michelangelo Antonioni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rohe George Nelson Donald Knorr Isamu Noguchi Harry Bertoia Marcel Breuer Sam Maloof Alvar Aalto
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Prints
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Paper
H 56 in W 42 in D 2 in
Alvar Aalto Model 43 Chaise Lounge
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Providence, RI
Model 43 chaise longue, designed by Alvar Aalto. The model 43 chaise longue was first shown in the
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues
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Birch
Chaise Lounge by Alvar Aalto
Located in New York, NY
Chaise Longue, Model No. 39 Manufactured by Artek, Helsinki
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20th Century Chaise Longues
Marcel Breuer Long Chair Chaise Longue Isokon, 1970s
By Isokon, Marcel Breuer
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Finnish architect, Alvar Aalto, from the 1930s, the 'Long chair' is one of the earliest examples of
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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Bentwood
Marcel Breuer Long Chair Chaise Longue, Mid-Century, 1970s Bauhaus
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
influenced by the moulded furniture of Finnish architect Alvar Aalto. The British taste for Modernism
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20th Century Chaise Longues
Marcel Breuer Long Chair Chaise Longue, Mid-Century, 1970s, Bauhaus
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Finnish architect, Alvar Aalto, from the 1930s, the 'Long chair' is one of the earliest examples of
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20th Century Chaise Longues
Marcel Breuer Long Chair Chaise Lounge by Isokon, circa 1970 Bauhaus Midcentury
By Isokon, Marcel Breuer
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
chairs of the renowned Finnish architect, Alvar Aalto, from the 1930s, the ‘Long chair’ is one of the
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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
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Bentwood, Leather
H 32 in W 24 in D 52 in
Marcel Breuer Long Chair Chaise Lounge by Isokon, circa 1970 Bauhaus Midcentury
By Isokon, Marcel Breuer
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
chairs of the renowned Finnish architect, Alvar Aalto, from the 1930s, the ‘Long chair’ is one of the
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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 32 in W 24 in D 52 in
Marcel Breuer Long Chair Chaise Lounge Attr. to Isokon, c 1970 Bauhaus Midcent
By Marcel Breuer, Isokon
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
plywood chairs of the renowned Finnish architect, Alvar Aalto, from the 1930s, the ‘Long chair’ is one of
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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 32 in W 24 in D 52 in
Marcel Breuer Long Chair Chaise Lounge Attr. to Isokon, c 1970 Bauhaus Midcent
By Isokon, Marcel Breuer
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
plywood chairs of the renowned Finnish architect, Alvar Aalto, from the 1930s, the ‘Long chair’ is one of
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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 32 in W 24 in D 52 in
Marcel Breuer Long Chair in Icelandic Long Haired Sheepskin by Isokon circa 1970
By Marcel Breuer, Isokon
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
. With its variants, and along with the plywood chairs of the renowned Finnish architect, Alvar Aalto
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Vintage 1970s British Bauhaus Chaise Longues
Materials
Sheepskin, Birch
H 32 in W 52 in D 24 in
Marcel Breuer Long Chair in Icelandic Long Haired Sheepskin by Isokon circa 1970
By Marcel Breuer, Isokon
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
. With its variants, and along with the plywood chairs of the renowned Finnish architect, Alvar Aalto
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Vintage 1970s British Bauhaus Chaise Longues
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Sheepskin, Birch
H 32 in W 52 in D 24 in
Marcel Breuer Long Chair by Isokon, circa 1970
By Marcel Breuer, Isokon
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Finnish architect, Alvar Aalto, from the 1930s, the ‘Long chair’ is one of the earliest examples of
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Vintage 1970s British Bauhaus Chaise Longues
Materials
Birch
Marcel Breuer Long Chair by Isokon, circa 1970
By Marcel Breuer, Isokon
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Finnish architect, Alvar Aalto, from the 1930s, the ‘Long chair’ is one of the earliest examples of
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Vintage 1970s British Bauhaus Chaise Longues
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Birch
Marcel Breuer Long Chair Chaise Longue Black Midcentury 1970s Bauhaus No. 3
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
manufacture. With its variants, and along with the plywood chairs of the renowned Finnish architect, Alvar
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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bergere Chairs
Materials
Birch
Marcel Breuer Long Chair, 1935-1936
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Denver, CO
Finnish architect, Alvar Aalto, from the 1930s, the 'Long chair' is one of the earliest examples of
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Vintage 1930s English Organic Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Birch
Marcel Breuer Long Chair Chaise Longue Mid-Century, 1970s Bauhaus No. 2
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Finnish architect, Alvar Aalto, from the 1930s, the 'Long chair' is one of the earliest examples of
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20th Century Bergere Chairs
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Birch
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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.
Questions About Alvar Aalto Chaise
- What is Alvar Aalto known for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Alvar Aalto is known for bringing Scandinavian modernism and Nordic design to global prominence. In his designs for buildings and furniture, Aalto's sensitivity to the natural world and to organic forms and materials tempered the hardness of rationalist design. One of his most famous pieces is the Paimio armchair, which he designed in 1930 for a Finnish tuberculosis sanatorium. Comfortable yet light enough to be easily moved by patients, the Paimio chair's frame is made of two laminated birch loops. The seat and back are formed from a single sheet of plywood that scrolls under the headrest and beneath the knees, creating a pillow effect. Aalto's use of plywood had an enormous influence on Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Marcel Breuer and many others. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Alvar Aalto furniture.
- What style did Alvar Aalto use?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024The style most commonly associated with Alvar Aalto is Scandinavian modern. As an architect and designer, Aalto deserves an immense share of the credit for bringing Scandinavian modernism and Nordic design to a prominent place in the global arena. In both his buildings and his vintage furniture, Aalto's sensitivity to the natural world and organic forms and materials tempered the hardness of rationalist design, as is indicative of Scandinavian modern pieces. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Alvar Aalto furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024The Paimio chair, designed by Alvar Aalto, is a type of armchair created in 1932. Also called the Armchair 41, it was intended to help people breathe easier and was designed for a tuberculosis sanatorium in the Finnish city of Paimio. For the chair's frame, Aalto and his wife, Aino, opted to use Finland's native birchwood, which is strong and inexpensive and felt warmer and more organic than the tubular steel found in similarly shaped pieces. Laminated wood loops form the arms, legs and a pair of flat skids, while its sculptural seat and back are built from a single piece of thin plywood. Shop a variety of Alvar Aalto Paimio chairs on 1stDibs.
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