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What is the difference between a lounge and recliner?
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The difference between a lounge and a recliner lies in their design. Recliners have mechanisms that allow you to raise and lower the footrest, while lounge chairs are stationary and always keep your feet elevated while you sit. Generally, recliners are also larger and heavier than lounge chairs. On 1stDibs, find a variety of lounge chairs and recliners.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
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Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs in Beige Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, beech, velvet, Europe, 1950s
These elegant armchairs show a sturdy yet graceful framework that highlights their mid-century character. Their gently curved ba...
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
IPE Cavalli Italian Pair of Lounge Chairs in Colorful Striped Fabric
By Ipe Cavalli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
IPE Cavalli, pair of lounge chairs, fabric, steel, Italy, 1970s
Exceptional lounge chairs by IPE Cavalli, crafted in Italy during the 1970s. With their bold presence and generous pr...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs in Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, beech, velvet, Europe, 1950s
These elegant armchairs show a sturdy yet graceful framework that highlights their mid-century character. Their gently curved ba...
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Adrian Pearsall Model 1209-C Lounge Chair w/ Ottoman for Craft Associates
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions:
29in H x 29in W x 34in D
Seat Height: 16.50in
Ottoman:
15in H x 26in W x 22in D
Materials:
Walnut Wood, New Tweed Fabric, New High-Density Foam, New Pirelli Webbing
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut, Webbing
Ernesto Valabrega Art Deco Lounge Set Chairs Ottoman Wood and Foresti Red Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega, armchairs and ottoman chestnut, fabric, Italy, 1930s
This elegant lounge set by Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega showcases the scul...
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Chestnut
Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chair in Cherry Wood and Beige Fabric 1950s
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, cherry wood, fabric, Europe, 1950s
This wingback chair pairs sculptural elegance with outstanding comfort. Upholstered in a beautifully textured neutral-toned fabric a...
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cherry