1980s Upholstery Chairs
Vintage 1980s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Rattan
Vintage 1980s Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Rattan
Late 20th Century German Bohemian Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Rattan, Foam
Late 20th Century North American Chinese Chippendale Lounge Chairs
Rattan, Bamboo
Vintage 1980s Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan, Reed
Vintage 1980s Japanese Showa Chairs
Upholstery, Rattan
20th Century Philippine Bohemian Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Late 20th Century Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Late 20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan, Fabric
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1980s Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Faux Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wicker
Vintage 1980s Unknown Lounge Chairs
Wicker
Vintage 1980s American Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1980s American Bohemian Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wicker
Vintage 1980s Lounge Chairs
Cotton, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
20th Century American Bohemian Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1980s American Lounge Chairs
Reed
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Wicker, Rattan
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Cane, Rattan
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Philippine American Classical Club Chairs
Wicker, Rattan, Rush
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Side Chairs
Leather, Bamboo, Rattan
Late 20th Century American Modern Club Chairs
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Club Chairs
Fabric, Rattan
Vintage 1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Unknown Organic Modern Club Chairs
Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1980s Belgian Hollywood Regency Chairs
Bamboo, Reed
Vintage 1980s Scandinavian Hollywood Regency Sofas
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sofas
Fabric, Rattan
Vintage 1980s North American Organic Modern Club Chairs
Cane, Rattan
Vintage 1980s American Armchairs
Upholstery, Rattan
20th Century French Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1980s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan, Wood
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Chrome
Vintage 1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1980s American Bohemian Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1980s American Lounge Chairs
Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1980s Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Vintage 1980s Philippine Lounge Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan, Bamboo
Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1980s Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1980s Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Late 20th Century Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan, Reed
Vintage 1980s Organic Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan, Reed
Vintage 1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Cane, Rattan, Chenille
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1980s American Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1980s Philippine Lounge Chairs
Leather, Rattan
Vintage 1980s Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Bold, head-turning looks were in fashion during the 1980s. It was the decade of bright electric neon colors as well as suits, jackets, tops and dresses with shoulder pads. The aerobics and fitness craze of the ’80s spilled over into fashion, with people sporting leg warmers, headbands and leggings as everyday apparel. Punk culture also influenced style, with leather jackets, fishnet stockings and chunky metal jewelry being favored by some. Denim looks of the time were often baggy and flaunted acid washes. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1980s.
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