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Rare Pair of Mid-Century Modern Triennale Lounge Chairs, Marco Zanuso Italy 1951
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in New York, NY
. Zanuso designed these Triennale lounge chairs in conjunction with the Triennale sofa for an international
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 35 in W 20 in D 30 in
Triënnale Lounge Chair by Franco Albini, 1933
By Franco Albini
Located in Dronten, NL
Tubular lounge chair designed by Franco Albini for the Triennale in Milan in 1933.
The original
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Gio Ponti Lounge Chairs
By Gio Ponti, Cassina
Located in New York, NY
Model No. 807A Distex Lounge Chairs by Gio Ponti for Cassina. Walnut, fabric. A rare & iconic
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Gio Ponti for Cassina '811' Lounge Chair
By Figli di Amadeo Cassina, Gio Ponti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gio Ponti for Figli di Amadeo Cassina, lounge chair, model ‘811’, chestnut, fabric, rubber, coated
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Lotus Adjustable Lounge Chair by Rob Parry
By Gerrit Rietveld, Rob Parry
Located in Dronten, NL
Reclinable Lotus lounge chair designed by Rob Parry for Gelderland.
Rob Parry (The Hague, 1925-2023
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Black Elettra Lounge Chairs by Arflex
By Studio BBPR, Arflex
Located in Madrid, ES
upholstery.
The 'Elettra' lounge chair won the Compasso d'Oro for design at the 1954 Triennale exhibition
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mario Bellini 'Cab' Lounge Chair, by Cassina
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
inviting, Cab Lounge is a restatement of the Cab chair concept. Nothing short of a masterpiece of
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Gio Ponti, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1936
By Casa e Giardino, Gio Ponti
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood and fabric lounge chairs. This design was presented at the Triennale di Milano of
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Carl Axel Acking Trienna Lounge Chairs in Brazilian Cowhide
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Saint Louis, US
These characteristic lounge chairs were designed by the Swedish architect and furniture designer
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cowhide
Miroslav Navratil Lounge Chair for Cesky Nabytek, Czech, 1959
By Miroslav Navratil
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A lovely lounge chair, designed by Miroslav Navratil and manufactured by Ceský Nábytek in the Czech
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Rare Pair of Distex Lounge Chairs by Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti, Cassina
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare pair of iconic Distex lounge chairs by Gio Ponti for Cassina, Italy circa 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Velvet, Beech
Marco Zanuso for Zanotta Brown Leather Maggiolina Lounge Chair & Footstool
By Marco Zanuso, Zanotta
Located in London, GB
in New York, the Maggiolina lounge chair has gone on to become a design icon and has been
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 31.01 in W 27.26 in D 44.01 in
Marco Zanuso for Zanotta Brown Leather Maggiolina Lounge Chair & Footstool
By Marco Zanuso, Zanotta
Located in London, GB
in New York, the Maggiolina lounge chair has gone on to become a design icon and has been
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 31.01 in W 27.26 in D 44.01 in
Lacquered lounge chair by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon 70s
By Kazuhide Takahama, Simon Gavina Editions
Located in Padova, IT
XI Triennale di Milano, where he met the designer and entrepreneur Dino Gavina (1922-2007) with whom
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Vintage Italian Borsani P40 Reclining Lounge Chair, Original Black Leather
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Milano, IT
is certainly one of the most attractive, sought after and timeless lounge chairs ever made. Initially
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel
H 35.44 in W 28.35 in D 35.44 in
Gio Ponti for Casa e Giardino Pair of Lounge Chairs
By Gio Ponti, Casa e Giardino
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gio Ponti for Casa e Giardino, pair of lounge chairs, reupholstered in Zak & Fox fabric, walnut
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Lounge Chair, Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Hiort tuote, 1950/1960s
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Hiort Tuote Puunveisto
Located in Helsinki, FI
Lounge chair by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, manufactured by Hiort tuote, from the 1950/1960s. Birch
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
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H 37.8 in W 25.2 in D 29.14 in
Carl-Axel Acking ‘Trienna’ Lounge Chair in Oak and Patinated Leather
By Carl-Axel Acking, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl-Axel Acking for Nordiska Kompaniet, lounge chair model ‘Trienna’, oak, leather, Sweden
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 29.93 in W 27.56 in D 29.73 in
Carl-Axel Acking ‘Trienna’ Lounge Chairs in Oak and Patinated Leather
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl-Axel Acking, pair of lounge chairs model ‘Trienna’, oak, leather, Sweden, designed in 1957
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 29.73 in W 27.17 in D 27.96 in
Marco Zanuso Lady Chairs Italian Lounge Arflex Cream Bisson Bruneel Boucle
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Chicago, IL
Medaglia d’oro or Gold Medal at the Milan IX Triennale in 1951. This lounge chair is so very comfortable
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 30 in W 29.75 in D 33 in
Mario Bellini "Le Mura" Lounge Chair for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
By Mario Bellini
Located in Utrecht, NL
&B Italia.
This lounge chair model named “Le Mura” is part of the eponymous sofa range, which
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair Attributed to Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Monrovia, CA
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern lounge chair attributed to Marco Zanuso.
Early Lounge / Club
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Set of Two Lounge Chairs by Karel Kozelka & Antonin Kropacek
By Karel Kozelka & Antonin Kropacek
Located in Munich, DE
This model won the silver metal at the Triennale in 1944. All original condition.
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Vintage 1940s Czech Art Nouveau Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
convertible lounge chair P40 designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 1954
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Italian modern design.
The P40 lounge chair was first presented at the 10th Triennale Exhibition in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 36.62 in W 28.35 in D 28.35 in
Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair by Christen Sorensen for Ebena-Lasalle
By Christen Sorensen
Located in Brugge, BE
studio in Copenhagen. His chairs gained recognition, exhibited across Scandinavia and at the Triennale in
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30.71 in W 31.89 in D 20.48 in
Achille & Pier Giacomo black leather "San Luca" lounge chair for Bernini, Italy
By Bernini, Achille Castiglioni
Located in Skokie, IL
Introducing the San Luca lounge chair designed by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, a timeless
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 36.5 in W 32.5 in D 38 in
Danish Modern Highback Lounge Chair by Kurt Østervig, Teakwood & Oak, 1958
By Kurt Østervig, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful vintage highback lounge chair from 1958 by Danish designer Kurt Østervig. The chair is
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak, Teak
H 38.19 in W 30.71 in D 29.53 in
Soriana Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1969 for Cassina, the Soriana lounge chair is a piece of
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Soriana Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1969 for Cassina, the Soriana lounge chair is a piece of
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Marco Zanuso for Zanotta Leather Maggiolina Lounge Chair & Footstool, Set of 2
By Marco Zanuso, Zanotta
Located in London, GB
in New York, the Maggiolina lounge chair has gone on to become a design icon and has been
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 31.01 in W 27.26 in D 44.01 in
Gio Ponti for Poltrona Frau Lounge Chairs in Light Blue Leather
By Poltrona Frau, Gio Ponti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gio Ponti for Poltrona Frau, lounge chairs, model ´Dezza´ nr. 48, leather, white lacquered wood
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mario Bellini 'Cab' Lounge Chair, Tubular Steel and Leather by Cassina
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
inviting, cab lounge is a restatement of the cab chair concept. Nothing short of a masterpiece of
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 39.38 in W 31.89 in D 31.5 in
Vintage Soriana Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Afra & Tobia Scarpa in Leather, 1970
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The above lounge chair and ottoman is part of a suite of three total pieces including a two seater
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 26 in W 33 in D 47 in
Pair Italian Designer Mid Century 1960s Bamboo Woven Lounge Chairs-- Two Pieces
By Franco Albini
Located in Basel, BS
. Just after a year of its creation, Margherita chair won first place at the 9th Milan Triennale
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bamboo
H 39.5 in W 29.5 in D 21.65 in
Rare Set of three upholstered early Ray Komai Plywood Lounge Chairs US 1940s
By Ray Komai
Located in Berlin, DE
This is a great example of a Set of three Ray Komai Lounge Chairs.
These chairs were shown in the
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood, Plywood
H 27.17 in W 21.26 in D 21.26 in
Osvaldo Borsani P40 All Original Lounge Chair for TECNO, Italy, circa 1960
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Introducing this excellent and still completely original P40 lounge chair by Osvaldo Borsani for
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 35.44 in W 28.35 in D 35.44 in
Chester Lounge Chair Nguyen Manh Khanh, Aerospace Collection Quasar France, 1968
By Quasar Khanh
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chester lounge chair Nguyen Manh Khanh, Aerospace Collection Quasar France 1968. PVC, chrome-plated
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
PVC
H 24 in W 42 in D 36 in
Gio Ponti for Poltrona Frau Lounge Chair 'Dezza' in Light Blue Leather
By Gio Ponti, Poltrona Frau
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gio Ponti for Poltrona Frau, lounge chair model ´Dezza´ nr. 48, leather, lacquered ash, metal
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 36.03 in W 31.5 in D 33.47 in
Osvaldo Borsani "P40" Lounge Chair for Tecno S.p.A., Italy, 1950s
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Utrecht, NL
personality, this lounge chair deserves its title of iconic design. With its irresistible comfort, and curves
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Lounge Chair 118 in Teak & Bouclé by Grete Jalk for France & Son, Denmark
By Grete Jalk, France & Søn
Located in Vorst, BE
Grete Jalk Lounge chair model 118 in Teak.
Manufactured by France & Son in Denmark, probably in
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Teak
H 31.5 in W 30.71 in D 29.93 in
Poul Kjaerholm Pair of PK20 Lounge Chair in Leather for E. Kold Christensen
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
PK 20 is a laidback and elegant lounge chair in original leather, built upon a flexible matt
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 35.04 in W 31.11 in D 29.14 in
Gio Ponti for Poltrona Frau Set of Four Lounge Chairs in Light Blue Leather
By Gio Ponti, Poltrona Frau
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gio Ponti for Poltrona Frau, lounge chairs, model ´Dezza´ nr. 48, leather, lacquered ash, metal
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 36.03 in W 31.5 in D 33.47 in
Set of 2 Blue Amanta Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Padova, IT
Amanta lounge chair from 1966 (the year the company C&B was founded).
The solution of the shell
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Hans Wegner Ox Lounge Chair AP 46 and Ottoman AP 49 by AP Stolen, Denmark 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Hans Wegner, the Ox chair AP 46 and stool AP 49 in black leather by AP-Stolen, Denmark. One of Hans
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 35.44 in W 37.41 in D 37.8 in
Set of 3 Red Amanta Lounge Chairs/Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Padova, IT
Amanta lounge chair from 1966 (the year the company was founded).
The solution of the shell
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Amanta Lounges by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in Original Upholstery
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Set of 2 iconic Organic Modern Amanta lounges by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia. Brown zig-zag
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Fiberglass
H 27.56 in W 33.47 in D 31.5 in
Himo Chair by Riki Watanabe, 1950s
By Riki Watanabe
Located in Venezia, VENETO
This rope chair was designed in 1952 by Riki Watanabe. Our piece is an original one from the very
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rope, Fabric, Oak
Conti, Forlani and Grassi for Emilio Paoli 'Artigianato' Chair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sergio Conti, Marisa Forlani and Luciano Grassi for Emilio Paoli, 'Artigianato' lounge chair from
Category
Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Himo Chair, Yokohama Edition 1952 by Riki Watanabe
By Riki Watanabe
Located in Uccle, BE
Triennale Exhibition Gold Award, the Mainichi Design Award, and the Japanese Medal of Honor with purple
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cord, Pine
Rare Chairs by Vittorio Gregotti, Lodovico Meneghetti & Giotto Stoppino
By Lodovico Meneghetti, Giotto Stoppino and Vittorio Gregotti
Located in New York, NY
functional chair design. This rare model was exhibited at the X Triennale di Milano, 1954. Wood has been
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Birch
Post Modern Jatoba Arm Chairs by Ugo La Pietra
By Ugo La Pietra
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing a stunning pair of Pretenziosa arm chairs designed by Ugo La Pietra in 1983 for
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Restored Pair of 1950s Margherita Chairs by Franco Albini for Vittorio Bonacina
By Vittorio Bonacina, Franco Albini
Located in North Miami, FL
cushions. Casual yet stylish, the Margherita chair received the gold medal at the IX Triennale in Milan
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
H 39 in W 28.75 in D 34 in
1951, Marco Zanuso, Lady Chair in Soft Velvet/Terra Fabric for Arflex
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
chair was awarded the gold medal at the 1951 Milan Triennale and rapidly achieved the status of a modern
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 32.29 in W 31.11 in D 30.71 in
Set of 2 Leather Chairs with Table by Kristian Vedel for Willadsen Møbelfabrik
By Kristian Vedel
Located in Chicago, IL
Guild (1947), Louisiana Museum Prize (1957), gold medal at La Triennale di Milano, the Design Award at
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 24.25 in W 28.5 in D 21.75 in
Poul Kjærholm Chair "PK-22" in Original Leather by E. Kold Christensen, 1960s
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Odense, DK
. The iconic chair won the Grand Prize at the Milan Triennale in 1957 and exemplifies Poul Kjærholm’s
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 28.35 in W 24.02 in D 24.81 in
Fabulous Pair Zebra Print Alvar Aalto 400 Tank Chair by Artek Mid-Century
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Pemberton, NJ
for the Milan Triennale. The voluminous chair attracted much attention and was awarded during the fair
Category
Vintage 1980s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Birch
"Rialto" Chair by Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs for Puunveisto Oy, Finland 1950s
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Puunveisto OY
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Rialto” easy chair is an exceptional model thanks to its amazing woven back. The design
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 28.35 in W 25.6 in D 28.75 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Swedish Scissor Chairs by Folke Ohlsson for Bodafors
By Bodafors, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
recognition and awards, including the best design at the 1964 Milan Triennale exhibition, as well as the Royal
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 29.93 in W 25.6 in D 35.44 in
Low chair seat h 40cm, in the taste of Finn Juhl, Danemark 1940's teak and brass
By Finn Juhl, Fritz Hansen
Located in Forest, BE
gouvernement danois contribue pour environ 20 000 dollars à sa construction.
Lors de la Triennale de Milan dans
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 28.55 in W 16.93 in D 15.75 in
A Pair of Mid Century Modern Lady by Marco Zanuso. Circa 1950s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Miami, FL
" prize awarded Lady mid century modern lounge chair was designed in 1951 by Italian designer Marco Zanuso
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
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Triennale Lounge Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic triennale lounge chair available at 1stDibs. A triennale lounge chair — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. Find 264 options for an antique or vintage triennale lounge chair now, or shop our selection of 32 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect triennale lounge chair — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A triennale lounge chair, designed in the mid-century modern, modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made triennale lounge chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Marco Zanuso, Arflex and Cassina are consistently popular.
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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.
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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.
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No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Triennale Lounge Chair
- What is a lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024A lounge chair is a type of recliner that is often accompanied by an ottoman as a footrest. It’s merely a comfortable armchair, and the shapes of lounge chairs as well as the materials used to make this kind of seat are extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.
Similar to recliners, there are many styles of lounge chairs. 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. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
- What is a sling lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A sling lounge chair is a chair formed of metal or wooden frame to which a piece of flexible material is loosely fitted. It is used to relax while the sitter remains engaged in an activity such as reading a book or having a conversation. Find a variety of vintage and antique sling lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
- Are lounge chairs comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Whether lounge chairs are comfortable or not is a matter of personal opinion. However, providing a comfortable place to sit is the main function of a lounge chair. After all, the addition of the footrest makes it possible to kick up your feet and relax. Many makers design lounge chairs with comfort in mind, adding features like cushioning and/or ergonomic backrests and seats. Explore a wide variety of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a chaise lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A chaise longue chair — or “chaise lounge,” as it is sometimes called in America — is a reclining upholstered sofa that is long enough to support one's legs. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chaise lounge chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What are lounge chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a variety of names that a lounge chair can be called, like chaise, daybed and settee to name a few. Lounge chairs add a classic touch to any décor. You can shop a collection of lounge chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What makes a lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Not allowing for deviation, a lounge chair is defined as an armless recliner that is paired with an ottoman and designed for relaxing. It is not a reclining chair and it is not an armchair. This is an interesting category where it’s more about the purpose of the chair than the actual design when you get down to it. Shop a collection of lounge chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- How long is a lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024How long a lounge chair is varies. However, they are generally longer than other types of chairs to accommodate a user's feet in an outstretched position. Most lounge chairs are between 73 and 80 inches long. Shop a diverse assortment of lounge chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Opinions vary about what the most comfortable lounge chair in the world is. Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to seating. Generally, lounge chairs that feature cushioning and have ergonomic designs that fit the curves of the human body are comfortable options. One iconic example is the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, which its creators, Charles and Ray Eames, designed to serve as "a special refuge from the strains of modern living." On 1stDibs, find a large collection of lounge chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Although opinions may vary, the most famous lounge chair in the world is arguably the Eames lounge chair. Charles and Ray Eames designed the chair and unveiled it in 1956. The couple famously called their lounge chair and ottoman "a special refuge from the strains of modern living” and described their design as having the "warm receptive look of a well-used first baseman’s mitt." Its design includes a bentwood frame and an upholstered shape topped off with supple leather. Find vintage Eames lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023A fancy lounge chair is sometimes called a chaise lounge. This type of chair has an elongated shape that supports the sitters legs as well as their upper bodies. The name is French and translates to "long chair." On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chaise lounges from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023An indoor lounge chair is sometimes called a chaise longue. However, some people refer to chairs that allow you to elevate your feet while you sit as "lounge chairs," regardless of whether they are indoors or outdoors. Chaise longues differ from recliners, which have moving footrests that can be raised and lowered. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage lounge chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Bedroom lounge chairs are sometimes called chaise longues. The name is French for “long chair” and generally refers to a chair with the length of a sofa and the shape of a chair. It's also acceptable to refer to them simply as lounge chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lounge chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023What a Victorian lounge chair is called depends on its style. A piece that is long and narrow and has a raised headrest on one end and a lower backrest on the other is a fainting couch. Upholstered chairs that have long, extended seats meant for reclining are chaise longues. Find a collection of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the Eames lounge chair is ergonomic. The Eames lounge chair and ottoman are created with molded plywood and leather designed to curve to the human form. The Eames lounge chair is a highly coveted furniture item by both home décor enthusiasts and vintage collectors alike. Shop a selection of Eames lounge chairs on reputable sites, such as 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In order to repair a Bertoia lounge chair, it is recommended to take your furniture to a licensed, experienced repair shop to avoid damaging your Bertoia further. The Knoll website also has tips and tricks for general maintenance. Shop a collection of properly vetted Bertoia chairs from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Only 10 Lockheed Lounge Chairs were made. In addition, Marc Newson made four artist's proofs and one prototype. He created the sleek aluminum chair in 1988 and spent six months handcrafting the chairs. In 1993, the chair became widely known due to its appearance in Madonna's music video for the song “Rain.” On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Marc Newson furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, you can use a lounge chair in a living room. In fact, the chairs are especially well-suited to use in living rooms. After all, the purpose of a lounge chair is to allow you to lean back and relax, and many people retire to their living rooms to unwind at the end of the day. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage lounge chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Many people call a lounge chair for the living room a chaise longue, meaning "long chair” in French. It's also perfectly acceptable to call a living room chair a lounge chair, as the term doesn't only apply to outdoor furniture. Find a wide variety of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
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