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Lounge Chairs For Sale
Hans J. Wegner Pair of Easy Chairs in Blue Upholstery and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for AP Stolen, pair of lounge chairs, model 'AP-16', fabric, oak, Denmark, 1951. Pair of armchairs with oak frame designed by the Danish master Hans J. Wegner. This m...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Oak

Pair of Geoffrey Harcourt Chairs for Artifort, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Great pair of Geoffrey Harcourt lounge chairs for Artifort, model 042. Original olive green upholstery is in excellent condition, as are the steel frames. Both labeled underneath. ...
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1960s Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Customizable e15 That Lounge Chair by Stefan Diez
Located in New York, NY
The lounge chair That is part of the distinct This That Other seating series. Named after the famous card trick, Stefan Diez uses the same plywood material as for the iconic Houdini ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Lounge Chairs

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Oak

Vincent Lounge Chair In Olive Drab Leather And Walnut Frame
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Vincent lounge chair features a heritage leather seat and back and finely crafted black walnut wooden frame. Displayed here in olive green leather, the Vincent is a true statement piece, sure to be noticed and make a Stand out impression in your room. A Classic sihlouette that balances Minimalist...
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2010s Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Mince Armchair Featuring Curved Arms and Spindle Legs in Walnut Wood Finish
Located in Miami, FL
The Mince armchair is a welcoming addition to any room in your modern home decor with its walnut finish curved arms and spindle legs, and an off-white b...
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2010s Brazilian Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Teak

Morototo Armchair
Located in Campina Grande, Paraiba
The inspiration for this lounge chair comes from the flower. It germinates in the shape of the Morototó chair, the name of the imposing green tree from the Brazilian Amazon Rainfores...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum

Modern Circular Steel Wheel Hanging Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Wheel hanging swing chair is sculptural and dynamic. Its striking circular shape lends itself for use as a functional art piece. The pattern detail is inspired by nature and rem...
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2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Dark Green Vintage Cocktail Armchair, by Zenon Baczyk, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The B-7522 armchair was designed in the 1960s by Zenon Baczyk, it was produced by Swarzedz Furniture Factories in Poland. Furniture kept in perfect condition, after full upholstery r...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Velvet, Beech

German Mid Century Green Velvet Club Armchair, Germany, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile polish club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchair is covered with high-quality velour. The armc...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Velvet, Beech

Mid Century Dark Green Dante Armchair, H. Lis, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A beautiful, restored armchair designed by Henryk Lis. Furniture after full carpentry and upholstery renovation. The fabric, which is covered with a backrest and a seat, is a high-qu...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Textile, Beech

German Midcentury Yellow Velvet Club Armchair, Germany, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile polish club seat. Produced in the 1960s at the Karl Lindner factory in Germany. The whole armchair is covered with high-quality velour. The armc...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Velvet, Beech

Augusto Bozzi Midcentury Fabric and Metal Armchair for Saporiti Italia 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern design very rare armchair designed by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti Italia with painted metal rod frame and wooden shell upholstered in original wool fabric, ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Contemporary Red Fabric Armchair / Office Chair model "Dino" by Jamie Hayon
Located in Barcelona, ES
A new armchair by Jaime Hayon will convert into a classic. As comfortable as possible within certain dimensions that adapt well to the body and space it’s in, for both home and contract. It has sculptural forms and a lovely profile, similar to that of a dinosaur, from which the name comes. Finishes: Dark red in a combination of Steelcut 2 and Vidar 3 fabric by Kvadrat and Florida leather with armrests in the same color. Cast aluminum legs painted in a powder coating in the same color. “During the last few years, I’ve worked with BD on different seatings developed with plywood boards. In the collection we now present, I wanted to take advantage of my previous experience with other moulded and upholstered seatings, to develop a new armchair." Born in Madrid in 1974, Jaime Hayon can boast one of the most glittering careers to be seen in the recent history of contemporary design. Hayon forged his identity as a designer at Benetton’s Fabrica communications research centre, near Treviso, where he worked under Oliviero Toscani...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Fabric

Contemporary Light Blue Grey Upholstered Dino Armchair Fabric by Jaime Hayon
Located in Barcelona, ES
A new armchair by Jaime Hayon which will convert into a classic. As comfortable as possible within certain dimensions that adapt well to the body and space it’s in, for both home and contract. It has sculptural forms and a lovely profile, similar to that of a dinosaur, from which the name comes.    A rigid polyurethane structure covered with polyether foam cushioning and polyether foam headrest, seat cushion and backrest. Upholstered in fabric. Iron legs in a bronze black color. Born in Madrid in 1974, Jaime Hayon can boast one of the most glittering careers to be seen in the recent history of contemporary design. Hayon forged his identity as a designer at Benetton’s Fabrica communications research centre, near Treviso, where he worked under Oliviero Toscani...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric

Contemporary Jaime Hayon Grey Dino Living Room Armchair Fabric Upholstered
Located in Barcelona, ES
Dino Armchair 74x90x111 cm - 25 Kg 29”x36”x44” - 55 Pd A new armchair by Jaime Hayon which will convert into a classic. As comfortable as possible within certain dimensions that adapt well to the body and space it’s in, for both home and contract. It has sculptural forms and a lovely profile, similar to that of a dinosaur, from which the name comes.    A rigid polyurethane structure covered with polyether foam cushioning and polyether foam headrest, seat cushion and backrest. Upholstered in grey fabric [Gaudi TG12]. Iron legs in a bronze black color. Born in Madrid in 1974, Jaime Hayon can boast one of the most glittering careers to be seen in the recent history of contemporary design. Hayon forged his identity as a designer at Benetton’s Fabrica communications research centre, near Treviso, where he worked under Oliviero Toscani...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric

Pierre Paulin Model F678 Spider Lounge Chair, Artifort, Netherlands, Circa 1965
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional 20th century design lounge chair model F678, also known as the Spider Lounge Chair. This piece was designed by Pierre Paulin and manufactured...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wool, Upholstery, Nylon, Rope, Foam, Wood, Plywood, Lacquer, Paint, Fabric

Muller Van Severen, Outdoor Lounge Chair Model "Wire S #1", Belgium, 2017
Located in Barcelona, ES
Muller Van Severen Outdoor lounge chair model “Wire S #1” Manufactured by Muller Van Severen Produced for Side Gallery Stainless steel Measurements 139 cm x 60 cm x 37 H cm...
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2010s Belgian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Stainless Steel

CraftAssociates Lounge Chairs, Vancouver Lounge Chairs, White Velvet and Walnut
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Lounge chairs, Vancouver Lounge Chairs, White Velvet This Vancouver Lounge Chair for Craft Associates® Furniture are expertly crafted and upholstered. Each chair boa...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

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Walnut

Vladimir Kagan 'Rock Star' Pair of Leather Rocking Chairs, c. 1997, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of black leather rocking armchairs are by Vladimir Kagan for the Kagan Collection, by American Leather (previously LeatherTech). Designed in circa 1997 and called the 'Rock Star' lounge chair due to its rocking chair abilities cleverly disguised underneath with hidden wooden runners and signature rounded form, the curved arms and integrated seat cushion gives the look of a molded chair. What's a huge upside about these examples are that they have LeatherTech labels underneath instead of the common and newer American Leather labels. In the 1990s the company was originally founded as LeatherTech and brought huge innovations into the furniture and design industry. Later, in the early 2000's they changed their name to American Leather. Earlier examples made prior to the name change such as this pair are sought-after by collectors and generally carry greater worth. With Postmodern soaring in popularity, this club chair is just as relevant today as it was when it was first introduced. An excellent choice for designers and collectors alike, the chair and ottoman are signed underneath with The Kagan collection labels and leather swatch...
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1990s American Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Organic Lounge Chair Luigi Colani Green Fiberglass 1968 Space Age Mid Century
Located in Munster, NRW
We offer 1 extemely rare fiberglass lounge chair by Luigi Colani. (the second chair is already sold) ca. 1968, made for Heinz Essmann, Germany. The chair was repainted by our lacqu...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Fiberglass

Art Deco Streamline Armchair by Jindrich Halabala, c. 1940
Located in Berlin, DE
Art Deco- Streamline Armchair designed by Jindrich Halabala and manufactured by UP Závody Brno, ca 1940. This original Art Deco - Streamline Armch...
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1940s Czech Streamlined Moderne Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Bentwood

Mid-Century Pair of Armchairs in Red Velvet Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, velvet, stained beech, Czech Republic, 1960s These well-proportioned armchairs are clear in their appearance with angular shapes and striking lines dominating...
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Velvet, Beech

Coccoon Shaped Hanging Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Lucky Bean hanging chair swing seat is inspired by the pods and vibrant red seeds of the Lucky Bean or Coral tree, Erythrina Lysistemon – ...
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2010s South African Minimalist Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Craft Associates Modern Lounge Chair, 2002, the Parallax
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Laura Trenchard Manufacturer: Craft Associates Modern Furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern Specs: Walnut, Mohair Yardage: 6 yards, 5.5 meters condition Craft Associates Modern lounge chair - 2002 - The Parallax...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

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Mohair, Walnut

Pair of Pierre Paulin CM 194 Armchairs for Thonet, France, circa 1958
Located in Miami, FL
Distinctive pair of mid 20th century design armchairs, model CM 194. This pair of chairs are early works designed by the visionary designer Pierre Paulin for Th...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Restored Living Room Suite by Giuseppe Pagano for Bocconi University, c 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare five-piece (5) living room suite by Giuseppi Pagano, designed in 1939 for Bocconi University in Milan, is comprised of two oak bentwood upholstered open armchairs with otto...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Knockabout Fiberglass Lounge Chair with Cushion by Asa Pingree
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Knockabout lounge is a piece that drapes radiuses over a sling chair form that feels relaxing just to look at. The experience physically is similar; sinking into a deep repose is...
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2010s American Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Fiberglass

Arne Hovmand-Olsen Lounge Chair in Blue Leather
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this incredibly rare lounge chair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen. Newly recovered in luxurious leather. This rather petite lounge chair fits perfectly into the human...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Rua Ipanema Lounge Chair by Yabu Pushelberg in Nubuck Leather 'High Base'
Located in Toronto, ON
This Rua Ipanema lounge chair by Yabu Pushelberg is upholstered in Seaton Street nubuck leather. Seaton Street comes in 9 colorways from Germany, with a weight of 1.2-1.4mm. Craft...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery

Modern, Minimal Face of Africa Strelitzia in Brown by Studio Stirling
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
"Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheet of leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experience. This chair’s clean lines and lightness makes it a perfect fit for any space. Each design is carved out of thick Vegetable Tan Leather leaving an exposed and undyed trench or valley that forms the beautiful picture of your choice. The options available are a variety of African faces, plants and South Africa’s beloved Blue Crane. Any option you choose is bound to be a show-stopper and a hot topic...
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2010s South African Minimalist Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Wilkhahn Swivel Lounge Chairs in Black Leather and Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wilkhahn, lounge chairs, leather, metal, Germany, 1970s These cubic low lounge chairs rest on a sleek swivel base, offering both style and functionality. The German-made chairs embr...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Vitra Eames Aluminium Lounge Chair, Model EA124
Located in Delft, NL
Vitra Eames aluminium lounge chair , model EA124 Eames Alu ( Eames Aluminium Group) Lounge Swivel chair in black Hopsack fabric ( basket weave pattern) with ...
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20th Century Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum

Børge Mogensen, Model 2254 Lounge Chair, 1956
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning lounge chair 'BM-2254/ Slædestolen' designed by Børge Mogensen in 1956 and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Sweden, adjustable mahagony frame with original beige alcantar...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany

Vintage Mid Century Wire Banana "Siesta" Lounge Chair by Homecrest, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Here is a pair of vintage Mid-Century Modern high-back Riviera Siesta Rocker patio lounge chairs (model 36) made by Homecrest, circa 1965. These chairs ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Eames lounge by Ray & Charles Eames by Mobilier International for Herman Miller
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Exceptional find! Stylish & original early Eames lounge chair & ottoman. A beautiful and very rare combination : Brazilian rosewood with beige/cream leather. Still 100% original. ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Danish Lounge Easy Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal for S. Bjørneng Teak Leather
By Finn Juhl, Svein Bjørneng, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Berlin, DE
Very rare and beautiful pair of lounge chairs designed by Torbjørn Afdal and produced by Svein Bjørneng in Norway, 1958. These chairs are in an origina...
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20th Century Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Teak

FK 6720 Classics of Midcentury Modernism Lounge Chair by Fabricius and Kastholm
Located in Antwerp, BE
To be the classics of midcentury modernism the lounge chair feature in exclusively steel frames with elephant grey leather loose cushions and cord-wrapped armrests. This FK 6720 Lou...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Vladimir Kagan Early Rare High Back Barrel Lounge Chair and Ottoman, USA, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Vladimir Kagan early rare high back barrel lounge chair and matching ottoman with angled splayed maple legs, USA, 1950s. Thi...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Maple, Wood

Jean-Charles Moreux, Rare Pair of Garden Chairs, France, C. 1935
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of garden lounge chairs in hand-hammered iron with fabric seats by Jean-Charles Moreux (1889-1956) Illustrated in Jean-Charles Moreux by Susan Day, Éditions Norma, Paris, ...
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1930s French Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Fabric

McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Raffia Lounge Chair
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Exceptional rattan lounge chair made in the California coastal organic modern style by McGuire. The chair features a thick pole rattan frame with double walled sides and back of wove...
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20th Century American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Fabric, Grasscloth, Cane, Raffia, Rattan

Pair Of Lounge Coronado Chairs By Tobia & Afra Scarpa For B&B Italia Tan Brown
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅ Pair of Lounge Chairs by Tobia & Afra Scarpa for B&B Italia in Tan Brown Leather Pair of extremely comfortable and iconic Coronado lounge chairs designed by Tobia Scarp...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Artifort – F300 – Pierre Paulin – Netherlands – 1967
Located in NIEUWKUIJK, NB
The Artifort F300 is a really rare chair these days. There aren’t many left. The chair has been designed by Pierre Paulin and was launched in 1967 for a ...
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1960s European Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Fiberglass

Wilhelm Kienzle Leather Safari Chair 1950s
Located in Čelinac, BA
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Feltri Low Armchair by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
In 1987 Gaetano Pesce designed the amazing armchair Feltri for Cassina. Feltri was created within Cassina’s Research Centre, a place synonymous with experimentation and constructiona...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Felt

Herman Miller, Mid-Century Modern, Eames Lounge Chair, Ottoman, USA, 1960s
Located in Stamford, CT
Herman Miller, Mid-Century Modern, Eames Lounge Chair, Ottoman, USA, 1960s A vintage Herman Miller lounge chair with matching ottom...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Plywood, Leather

Ralph Lauren Organic Modern Woven Seagrass Lounge Chair
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous organic modern lounge chair or club chair made in the manner of Louis Quinz by Ralph Lauren. The Victoria Falls club chair is crafted from woven water hyacinth rope or seagr...
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20th Century American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Seagrass, Mahogany

Herman Miller Rosewood Eames Lounge Chair 1960s
Located in Saint Paul, MN
About as iconic as they come. The Eames 670, more commonly known as the Eames Lounge Chair was the brain child of the modernist masters Ray and Charles Eames. Conceived in 1956, it's...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Rosewood

The Clam Chair in Sheepskin by Arnold Madsen - New Edition
Located in London, GB
Official Re-Edition of the iconic Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen. Dagmar in collaboration with the estate of Arnold Madsen is proud to re-launch the Clam Chair - one of the most cheris...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Fabric, Bouclé, Oak, Walnut

Mid-Century Theo Ruth Velvet Leaf Green Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Dutch Mid-Century high back velvet lounge chair. A design by Dutch Mid-Century great Theo Ruth. An attractive lounge or side chair with stylish curves and gorgeous earthy...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Velvet, Teak

Pair of 1950s Italian Armchairs in the Style of Carlo de Carli
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful silhouette with flanged arms in the style of Carlo di Carli. Solid wood turned legs in the front and solid wood legs in the back. Just reupholstered in a crème velvet fr...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Velvet, Hardwood

Vintage Grand Confort Le Corbusier LC2 Longue Chair 1970s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Le Corbusier LC2 Longue Chair Grand Confort Italy 1970s
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Pierre Paulin Oyster Chair for Artifort
Located in Barcelona, ES
Oyster chair designed in 1958 by french designed Pierre Paulin for the dutch company Artifort. Chromed steel base and upholstered in original fabric. Signed.
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Italian Midcentury Lounge Chair in Mustard Yellow Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Easy chair, fabric, stained wood, Italy, 1960s An extremely elegant and flattering armchair, made in Italy in the 1950s or 60s. This lounge chair with its round shaped armrests re...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Simon Gavina 'Bastiano' Lounge Chair in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Simon Gavina, 'Bastiano' lounge chair, leather, walnut, Italy, 1962 This iconic armchair part of the Bastiano line, designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Simon...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Erwin-Lambeth Plum Velvet Neo-Chippendale Wing Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Plum velvet upholstered neo-Chippendale wing chair from Erwin-Lambeth. White satin lacquered frame with open arms. Carved front legs with quatrefoil and el...
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1960s American Vintage Lounge Chairs

Jens Risom Lounge Chair Model U430
Located in New York, NY
Jens Risom lounge chair U430 for Risom Inc. Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair designed by Jens Risom produced by Jens Risom Inc. Iconic walnut lounge chair model U430 by Jens Risom. So...
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Velvet, Walnut

Pierre Paulin F444 lounge chair Artifort 1963, 1st edition
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This exquisite example of the iconic of F444 lounge chair, designed by Pierre Paulin and produced by Artifort in 1963, embodying the innovative spirit of the 1960s. During this era...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Canvas, Wood

Pair Of Mid Century Lounge Chairs
Located in Bunnik, NL
A pair of Scandinavian lounge chairs from the 1960s. The construction is made of varnished beech wood, in the style of Grete Jalk. The seat and backrest are cushions with new filling...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Antique and Vintage Lounge Chairs for Sale: Wassily Chairs, Eames Chairs and Other Celebrated Seats

While this specific seating is known to all for its comfort and familiar form, the history of how your favorite antique or vintage lounge chair came to be is slightly more ambiguous.

Although there are rare armchairs dating back as far as the 17th century, some believe that the origins of the first official “lounge chair” are tied to Hungarian modernist designer-architect Marcel Breuer. Sure, Breuer wasn’t exactly reinventing the wheel when he introduced the Wassily lounge chair in 1925, but his seat was indeed revolutionary for its integration of bent tubular steel.

Officially, a lounge chair is simply defined as a “comfortable armchair,” which allows for the shape and material of the furnishings to be extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.

The Eames lounge chair, on the other hand, has come to define somewhat of a universal perception of what a lounge chair can be. Introduced in 1956, the Eames lounger (and its partner in cozy, the ottoman) quickly became staples in television shows, prestigious office buildings and sumptuous living rooms. Venerable American mid-century modern designers Charles and Ray Eames intended for it to be the peak of luxury, which they knew meant taking furniture to the next level of style and comfort. Their chair inspired many modern interpretations of the lounge — as well as numerous copies.

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.

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