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What is a kangaroo chair?
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Designed in the 1950s, the kangaroo chair is a chair that is crafted with two parallel ‘S’ frames that form the leg and the back frame. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic kangaroo chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Pierre Jeanneret Kangaroo Chair, circa 1950s, Chandigarh, India
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Armless lounge chair called "Kangaroo chair" designed by Pierre Jeanneret for the Chandigarh project.
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Blue Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Also called kangaroo chair or variopur chair. Produced in eastern Germany.
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Kangaroo Chair by Pierre Jeanneret: Modern Oak Frame & Wicker Seat
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Atlanta, GA
Kangaroo chair , Hommage A Pierre Jeanneret, by Cassina
-A design armchair known for its minimalist lines and unpretentious materials, poised between modern European ideals and the ...
Category
2010s French Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cane
Blue Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
German Version of the Panton chair. Also called kangaroo chair or variopur chair.
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Vintage Patinated Pierre Jeanneret, Kangaroo Chairs from Chandigarh, India
Located in Uxbridge, GB
The Kangaroo chair is renowned for its distinct, elegant form and innovative structure.
Category
Mid-20th Century Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Dark Red Wine Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Also called kangaroo chair or variopur chair. Produced in eastern Germany.
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass


