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Sculptural Italian Lounge Chair with Chrome Base 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural lounge chair with chrome base and upholstered seat, back and arms, Italian 1960's. This
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Dutch 1960s Lounge Chairs in Solid Wenge Wood and New Pure Wool Upholstery
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser, Hein Stolle
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Very nice engineered and constructed pair of Dutch lounge chairs that are most likely a design by
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Minimalist Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Foam, Wenge
H 31.5 in W 23.23 in D 23.23 in
"Throw Away" Lounge Chair by Willie Landels for Zanotta, Italy, 1960s
By Zanotta, Willie Landels
Located in Milan, IT
"Throw Away" Lounge Chair by Willie Landels for Zanotta.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Foam
H 21.66 in W 38.59 in D 29.93 in
1960s Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Lounge Chair in Purple
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Egg Lounge Chair, Model 3316, originally designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Tongue Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Amazing and very comfortable Tongue chair, designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin in the 60s
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam
H 24.41 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Model 70L
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Womb lounge chair and its accompanying ottoman, models 70L and 74y, designed by
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of 1960s Poul Kjaerholm Christensen PK31 Easy Lounge Chairs in Leather
By Poul Kjærholm, E. Kold Christensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are original 1960s examples of the famous PK31 lounge chairs by danish designer Poul
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Midcentury Italian Lounge Chair by Franco Campo for F.Lli Saporiti, 1960s
By Franco Campo & Carlo Graffi, Fratelli Saporiti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The midcentury Italian Lounge Chair and Ottoman designed by Franco Campo X F.lli Saporiti is a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1960s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Fabric
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chair and coordinating Ottoman, Models EA124/EA125
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
H 39 in W 27 in D 30.5 in
Very rare Diabolo chair by Ben Swildens for Stabin Bennis, 1960's
By Ben Swildens
Located in Amstelveen, NL
Highly collectible lounge chair 'Diabolo' by Ben Swildens and produced by Stabin Bennis in Woerden
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Fiberglass, Foam
1960s Pair of Norwegian Model 563 Lounge Chairs in Teak by Frederik Kayser
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of 1960s Model 563 Lounge Chairs, designed by Frederik Kayser for Vatne Mobler in
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Foam, Teak, Fabric
H 30 in W 26.5 in D 29.75 in
1960s Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Lounge Chair, Model 3316 in Leather
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen ‘Egg’ lounge chair, Model 3316. Jacobsen
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 41 in W 33.9 in D 31.1 in
1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chair in Sabrina & Stainless
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a fully restored Barcelona Lounge Chair, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Sabrina
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a fully restored Barcelona Lounge Chair and Ottoman, originally designed by Mies van der
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w/ Grey Fabric 4x Available
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Platner Lounge Chair, model 1715L, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
H 30.25 in W 36.25 in D 25.5 in
1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w Orange Fabric 4x Available
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Platner Lounge Chair, model 1715L, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
H 30.25 in W 36.25 in D 25.5 in
1960s Pair of Florence Knoll Parallel Bar Slipper Lounge Chairs in Bask Leather
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Florence Knoll Parallel Bar System Armless Slipper Lounge Chairs, Model 51
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30 in W 24 in D 31 in
1960s Davis Allen and Gordon Bunshaft of SOM Club Lounge Chair in Stainless
By Davis Allen, Gordon Bunshaft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Tuxedo Club Chair, designed by Davis Allen under the leadership of Gordon Bunshaft within
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 25.75 in W 32.25 in D 32.25 in
1960s Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs w/ Grey Kvadrat Fabric
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Platner Lounge Chairs, model 1715L, initially designed by Warren Platner for
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
H 30.25 in W 36.25 in D 25.5 in
1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w Orange Fabric 4x Available
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Platner Lounge Chair, model 1715L, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
H 30.25 in W 36.25 in D 25.5 in
1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w/ Blue Fabric 4x Available
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Platner Lounge Chair, model 1715L, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
H 30.25 in W 36.25 in D 25.5 in
1960s Jens Risom Design U-430 Lounge Chair with Arms in Walnut and Fabric
By Jens Risom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a U-430 Lounge Chair, originally designed by Jens Risom in 1955. This particular example
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Fabric, Foam
H 29.25 in W 27.5 in D 29.5 in
Set of 2 Panchetto Lounge Chairs Designed by Rito Valla for IPE Bologna 1960s
By Rito Valla, IPE Brevettato
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Set of 2 Panchetto Lounge Chairs, designed by Rito Valla for IPE Bologna in the 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 38 in W 28 in D 29 in
1960s Pair of Mies van der Rohe Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chairs w/ Stainless Steel
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Barcelona Lounge Chairs, model 250LS, initially designed by Mies van der Rohe and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
Set of 3 panchetto lounge chairs designed by Rito Valla for IPE Bologna 1960s
By IPE Brevettato, Rito Valla
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Set of three 1960ies „Panchetto“ reclining lounge chairs, designed by Italian sculptor Rita Valla
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 25.2 in W 25.2 in D 27.56 in
Pierre Paulin "Pod" Chairs Artifort 1960s Rare Model with New Ploeg Wool Fabric
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Pair of fully restored 'POD' chairs by French designer Pierre Paulin for Artifort The Netherlands
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
H 26.78 in W 29.53 in D 23.63 in
Pair of 1960s Nicos Zographos CH28 Ribbon Chairs in Caramel Leather
By Zographos Designs Ltd., Nicos Zographos
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Nicos Zographos CH28 ribbon lounge chairs in caramel leather, produced by Nicos
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Large Diamond Chairs w/ Original White Covers
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a rare pair of large diamond lounge chairs, designed by Harry Bertoia and produced by knoll
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.5 in W 45 in D 28.25 in
1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman in New Leather
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Womb lounge chair and its accompanying ottoman, models 70L and 74Y, designed by
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
1960s Lewis Butler for Knoll 655 Arm Chair in Walnut with Tan Fabric
By Lewis Butler for Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 655 Lounge Chair, originally designed by Lewis Butler in 1955. This particular example
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Walnut
1960s Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Swan Chair in Black Leather 4x Available
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Swan Chairs, model 3320, initially designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1958
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
H 30.3 in W 33.9 in D 26.8 in
1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman in New Leather, Model 70L
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Womb lounge chair and its accompanying ottoman, models 70L and 74y, designed by
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 35.5 in W 39 in D 34 in
Chic Pair of Lacquered Fauteuils, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
and arms, France 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s French French Provincial Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Foam, Wood, Lacquer
Brazilian Lounge Cognac Leather Armchair 1960s in the Manner of Jean Gillon
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This big Lounge Armchair is from the 1970.
It is made of Pau Ferro wood and aniline cognac leather
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Foam, Leather, Wood
H 30.71 in W 41.74 in D 36.23 in
Set of 2 Bucket Lounge Chairs by Miroslav Navrátil for Vertex, 1960's
By Vertex, Miroslav Navratil
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Own a piece of mid-century design history with this set of two chairs by Miroslav Navrátil
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Foam, Wood
H 28.75 in W 30.71 in D 28.75 in
Set of Model F570 Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960's
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very rare set of lounge chairs, model F570.
Designed by Pierre Paulin in 1963 and manufactured by
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.11 in W 35.04 in D 31.5 in
Lounge Chair Model 118 by Grete Jalk for France & Son, 1960s
By Grete Jalk
Located in Reichenschwand, DE
This lounge chair, model 118, designed by Grete Jalk for France & Son in the 1960s, stands as a
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Wool, Upholstery, Foam, Teak
Lounge chairs "Karelia" by Liisi Beckmann for Zanotta, 1960s, set of 2
By Liisi Meronen Beckmann, Zanotta
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of orange armchairs designed by Liisi Beckmann and manufactured by Zanotta in the '60s, Karelia model. Seat height: 34 cm. Wear due to time and age.
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Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Foam
H 24.41 in W 29.53 in D 32.29 in
Yellow Lounge chairs "Karelia" by Liisi Beckmann for Zanotta, 1960s, set of 2
By Liisi Meronen Beckmann, Zanotta
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of Yellow armchairs designed by Liisi Beckmann and manufactured by Zanotta in the '60s, Karelia model. Seat height: 35 cm. Wear due to time and age.
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Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Foam
H 24.41 in W 26.78 in D 31.11 in
Mid Century Oyster Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
The famous Oyster chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort.
Designed in the beginning of the 60's
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
H 32.29 in W 32.29 in D 33.47 in
Mid Century Model F570 Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very rare lounge chair, model F570.
Designed by Pierre Paulin in 1963 and manufactured by Artifort
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.11 in W 35.04 in D 31.5 in
Stunning 1960's Lounge Chair, Limited Edition
Located in Tarleton, GB
Lounge chair
A limited edition run of just two designer 1960's chairs by The Rare Chair Company
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Silk, Velvet, Foam, Beech
Raphael Raffel 1960s Brown Leather Futurist Lounge Chairs Pair
By Raphael Raffel
Located in Chicago, IL
Incredibly cool lounge chairs designed by Raphael Raffel, circa 1960s. The rolled ergonomic back
Category
Vintage 1960s French Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Foam, Leather, Fabric, Wood
Sven Ivar Dysthe for Dokka Møbler Teak and Nickel Armless Lounge Chair, 1960s
By Dokka Mobler, Sven Ivar Dysthe
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare teak and nickel armless version of the model 1000 AF lounge chair by Sven Ivar Dysthe for
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Nickel, Steel
H 30.75 in W 24.88 in D 29 in
Spectacular Pair of 1960s Danish Modern Teak Easy Chairs, Made in Denmark
Located in Victoria, British Columbia
Stunning pair of Mid-Century Modern teak easy chairs - (very similar to the Hans Wegner "cigar
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Foam, Teak, Wool
1960s Rattan Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
1960s modern rattan lounge chairs, newly restored and re-upholstered with minor wear and patina due
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Foam
1960s Tongue Chaise Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful sculptural chaise longue chair designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort in the 1960s. A
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
1960s Hollywood Regency Barrel Spider Back Lounge Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
1960s Hollywood Regency lounge chair with barrel back in spider design with solid natural fruit
Category
Mid-20th Century American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Maple
Lounge Chair by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne Djinn Space Age, 1960s
By Olivier Mourgue
Located in Telgte, DE
Lounge chair by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne Djinn Space Age, 1960s
Model djinn by Olivier Mourgue
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Danish Pair of Mid-Century Walnut Lounge Chairs with Sculpted Arms 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One beautiful and comfortable pair of walnut constructed Danish Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery, Foam
Hans Juergens Deco House Walnut Sled Lounge Chair Grete Jalk, 1960s
By Hans Juergens
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A Mid-Century Modern walnut lounge chair designed by Hans Juergens for Deco House. Often
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Walnut
Karelia Lounge Chair by Liisi Beckmann for Zanotta, Italy, 1960s
By Liisi Meronen Beckmann, Zanotta
Located in Antwerp, BE
Zanotta produced lounge chairs designed by Liisi Beckmann, Italy, 1966. The chair has a foam base
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Foam, Latex
Mid century restored lounge chair by Arne Wahl Iversen for Komfort, Sweden 1960s
By Komfort, Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in ECHT, NL
Mid century lounge chair. It has a teak frame with sculptural designed armrests that flow through
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Foam, Teak
H 37.01 in W 25.2 in D 32.29 in
Red Karelia Lounge Chairs by Liisi Beckmann for Zanotta, Italy, 1960s
By Liisi Meronen Beckmann, Zanotta
Located in Antwerp, BE
Zanotta produced lounge chairs designed by Liisi Beckmann, Italy, 1966. The chair has a foam base
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Foam, Latex
H 24.81 in W 31.11 in D 31.11 in
Lounge Chair Model 530 by Michel Cadestin for Airborne, France, 1960s
By Michel Cadestin
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Large and very comfy lounge chair model 530 designed by Michel Cadestin and produced by Airbone
Category
Vintage 1960s French Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Fiberglass, Foam
H 35.44 in W 37.41 in D 41.34 in
Model 301 Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Steenwijk, NL
age of the chair. The brown color was popular in the late 1960s, early 1970s. The designs of Pierre
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Foam, Plastic
H 22.84 in W 27.96 in D 31.89 in
White Flax, Fabric and Rattan 1960s Cushioned Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By Vittorio Bonacina
Located in Varese, Lombardia
cushions are inserted. The padding is composed of a main foam rubber body covered at the top with a layer
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Linen, Rattan, Foam, Down
H 29.14 in W 27.56 in D 28.35 in
Highly Rare Early Model '564' Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Steenwijk, NL
We have this very rare early edition lounge chair available for you. Model 564 was designed in 1963
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam
H 25.6 in W 35.44 in D 31.5 in
1960s Ribbon Chair with Ottoman by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Pasadena, CA
Pierre Paulin "Ribbon Chair" and ottoman designed in the 1960's for Artifort and made in the
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Ward Bennett Pair of Swiveling Tufted Leather Club Chairs, 1960s
By Brickel Associates, Ward Bennett
Located in New York, NY
Pair of swiveling tufted club chairs model no. 2084 in warm taupe grey leather by Ward Bennett for
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Foam, Wood
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1960s Foam Lounge Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of 1960s foam lounge chairs available for sale. Frequently made of foam, plastic and fabric, all 1960s foam lounge chairs available were constructed with great care. 1960s foam lounge chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. 1960s foam lounge chairs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Large 1960s foam lounge chairs can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller 1960s foam lounge chairs available at 1stDibs — each spanning 20 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Many 1960s foam lounge chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Pierre Paulin, Artifort and B&B Italia produced popular 1960s foam lounge chairs that are worth a look.
How Much are 1960s Foam Lounge Chairs?
Prices for 1960s foam lounge chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, 1960s foam lounge chairs begin at $570 and can go as high as $18,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,975.
Finding the Right Lounge Chairs for You
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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