Brenda Chair without armrests
Located in Ponsacco, IT
Its continuous tubular lines give the chair a distinctive architectural presence while maintaining visual elegance.
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
Brenda Chair without armrests
Located in Ponsacco, IT
Its continuous tubular lines give the chair a distinctive architectural presence while maintaining visual elegance.
Metal
Vintage Hollywood Regency Channel Back Velvet Lounge Chairs, 1980s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vertical channel detailing along the backrest creates depth and texture, further emphasizing the chairs’ sculptural form. Resting on solid wood legs, the design balances softness wit...
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Oak Lounge Chairs, Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Rødding, DK
The frames are constructed from warm, straight-grained oak with a honey-blonde finish, their architectural weight placing these chairs firmly within the brutalist current that ran al...
Fabric, Oak
$4,321Sale Price|48% Off
Oversized Velvet Swivel Lounge Chair by Guido Faleschini, 1970s
By Guido Faleschini, Frank Mariani, Pace Collection
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This sculptural piece represents the bold intersection of Italian modernism and American luxury interiors—generous in scale, effortlessly comfortable, and architecturally refined. T...
Chrome
Ricardo Legorreta 'Butaque' Lounge Chair in Oak and Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Made of wood and natural leather, the chair embodies Legorreta’s architectural sensibility, a balance of sculptural strength and material warmth.
Leather, Oak
$9,288 / set
Lounge Chairs by Gustaf Axel Berg, Model Tösen
By Gustaf Axel Berg
Located in Karlstad, SE
The Tösen model is notable for its light yet resilient form, balancing comfort with an architectural clarity. These chairs embody the Scandinavian ideals of craftsmanship, natural ma...
Birch
Pair of Hair-On Cowhide Barrel-Back Club Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A continuous line of nailhead trim elegantly defines the barrel-back silhouette, adding a tailored, architectural edge. Both chairs come upholstered in supple black, hair-on cowhide...
Cowhide, Ebony
Mid-Century (Refinished) Sculptural Lounge Chair with Walnut Base, 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This sculptural chair embodies the relaxed elegance and inviting comfort that defined American modern design during the era, combining soft organic curves with a bold architectural p...
Fabric, Walnut
Piero Palange – G23 “Hoop” Chair in Black Saddle Leather
By Werther Toffoloni and Piero Palange, Germa
Located in Dronten, NL
A sculptural and architecturally poised G23 “Hoop” chair by Piero Palange, executed in richly patinated black saddle leather.
Leather, Maple
Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Lounge Chair, Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Oak, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Rødding, DK
The wide, flat arms in solid quarter-sawn oak and the plain H-form stretcher base underline the chair's fundamentally architectural character: this is a piece that commands space.
Bouclé, Oak
Marsala Lounge Chairs by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset
By Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
These sculptural low lounge pieces are a perfect example of Ducaroy’s signature approach to comfort and organic form, combining soft, generous volumes with a strong architectural bas...
Textile, Plastic, Foam
$812Sale Price|20% Off
Postmodern Design Teak Side Chair, France 1990's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Postmodern Design Teak Side Chair. Made in France, 1990's period. Solid teak wood constructed chair with architectural design details.
Teak
Brutalist Embroidered Ivory Velvet & Cast Brass Lounge Chair, Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The exaggerated silhouette is anchored by cast solid brass legs and arm supports with a satin-brushed finish, adding warmth, weight, and architectural presence. Inspired by Brutalis...
Brass
Pastoe FM 08 Swivel Bucket Chair by Cees Braakman, 1960s
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Braakman's work for Pastoe during the postwar decades helped define Dutch Mid-Century furniture design. His FM series chairs were among the more architecturally resolved bucket chair...
Metal
Lounge Chairs in Colonial Modern Style, France, Mid-20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Defined by their sculptural curved arm supports and geometric silhouettes, the chairs combine architectural clarity with the warmth of natural materials.
Cane, Wood
Pair of Solid Oak Brutalist Lounge Chairs, Dittmann & Co, 1960s
Located in Rødding, DK
The wide-stance base with arched lower stretcher gives each chair a grounded, architectural visual weight. There is no ornamentation here that is not also structure.
Oak
“Terrj” Leather Chair by Luigi Saccardo for Arrmet – Italy, 1970s
By Luigi Saccardo, Armet
Located in München, Bavaria
The curved lines, generous proportions, and cantilevered form give this chair a strong architectural presence. Upholstered in smooth black leather, the piece feels refined yet unapol...
Chrome
1970s Adrian Pearsall Butter Yellow Velvet Swivel Lounge Chair
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer this sculptural lounge chair by Adrian Pearsall circa 1970s. Showcasing Pearsall’s signature soft curves and grounded, architectural presence, this chair...
Velvet, Hardwood
Pair of Directional Swivel Lounge Chairs on Stainless Steel Base
By Directional
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Raised on their original polished stainless steel plinth swivel bases, the chairs have an architectural design gesture. The exposed circular bases visually lift the form, creating th...
Steel
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
1940s Slim Jugendstil Swedish Club Chair Patinated Tan Brown Leather
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This slender model reflects the influence of Jugendstil (Art Nouveau), combining soft organic curves with a restrained, architectural silhouette. The chair features a beautifully sh...
Leather, Beech, Pine
Móveis Provenzal Lounge Chair in Jacaranda & Champagne Mohair Velvet, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
A deeply architectural interpretation of Brazilian Modernism, this rare lounge chair by Móveis Provenzal balances disciplined geometry with a remarkably sensual material palette.
Mohair, Hardwood
French Alpine Low Mid-Century Lounge Chair
Located in London, GB
A low architectural slatted lounge chair. France, c1960s.
Wood
Italian Mario Ceroli Fratina Chair from the 1960s
By Mario Ceroli
Located in London, GB
Made entirely from solid pine, the chair features bold, architectural lines and a towering backrest, blending the aesthetic of medieval ecclesiastical furniture with a distinctly mod...
Pine
Jindřich Halabala Sheepskin Lounge Chair, Czech Art Deco, 1940s — Sculptural
Located in Almelo, NL
Multiple chairs available — ideal for large-scale residential, hospitality, or architectural projects.
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Beech, Bentwood
Vladimir Kagan Lounge Chair in Brazilian Rosewood & Velvet, Brazil, 1958
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
Designed in 1958, the chair embodies the distinctly sensual language that defined Kagan’s mid-century vocabulary — fluid architectural lines, aerodynamic movement, and an effortless ...
Velvet, Hardwood
$2,131Sale Price|20% Off
1940s Slim Jugendstil Swedish Club Chair Patinated Tan Brown Leather
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This slender model reflects the influence of Jugendstil (Art Nouveau), combining soft organic curves with a restrained, architectural silhouette. The chair features a beautifully sh...
Leather, Beech, Pine
Vintage Brown Jordan Cast Aluminum “Florentine” Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Meticulously crafted from high-quality, rust-resistant cast aluminum, the set features the signature woven strap design that offers a striking graphic silhouette and airy, architectu...
Aluminum
SOFO Modular Chair by Superstudio: Stackable Polyurethane Design
By Superstudio
Located in Tinton Falls, NJ
SOFO is a seat to place in a row, like a train, or to stack to build solid, colorful mountains. It is simply a block made with an S—shaped cut from a cube of polyurethane, covered wi...
Fabric, Upholstery
$8,500 / set
Pair of Laverne Red Leather Lounge Chairs
By Laverne International, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos
Located in Kansas City, MO
A pair of lounge chairs from the Architectural Group one line designed by William Katavolos, Ross Littell and Douglas Kelley for Laverne International.
Steel, Chrome
Scandinavian Brutalist Oak rocking Chair, Scandinavia 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
While they play a prominent role in both architecture and pop culture, rocking chairs solidified their place in Scandinavian design history as well.
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chairs Attributed to Billy Haines
By William Billy Haines
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The upholstery beautifully complements the elegant silhouette, highlighting the chair’s tailored, architectural form. The sculptural solid wood frame features gracefully curved supp...
Velvet, Walnut
Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Easy Chair for Mobilier International, 1971
By Mobilier International, Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
A landmark in both design and architectural history, this chair transforms space with the same lyrical force that Niemeyer brought to his buildings.
Leather
Brutalist Sculptural Solid Wood Lounge Chairs Italian Adjustable Armchairs 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
These striking chairs feature powerful architectural frames crafted from solid wood with a beautifully developed natural patina.
Upholstery, Beech
Pair of Black Leather Falcon Chairs by Sigurd Ressell, Norway, 1970s
By Sigurd Ressell
Located in Rødding, DK
Viewed in profile, the deep reclining pitch of the seat and the pronounced wingback silhouette give these chairs an unmistakable architectural presence that photographs as powerfully...
Leather, Beech
Sculptural pair of French solid oak side chairs from the 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Made from richly grained oak, each chair features a softly contoured seat, slender splayed legs, and an expressive cut-out backrest that lends the design a playful yet architectural ...
Oak
Como Swivel Lounge Chair with Sculptural Walnut Back and Textured Upholstery
By Mondo Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
Como Swivel Lounge Chair The Como Swivel Lounge Chair is defined by a sculptural walnut outer shell that wraps around a softly upholstered interior, creating a refined contrast betwe...
Metal
Pair of Ming Lounge Chairs by Paola Navone for Casamilano, Italy
By Paola Navone
Located in DE KWAKEL, NL
Executed in solid beech wood with a deep dark finish, the chairs combine architectural clarity with a restrained sculptural presence.
Beech
Giancarlo Piretti Lounge Chairs for Anonima Castelli, Italy, 1970s
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Almelo, NL
Piretti—celebrated for his innovative work in ergonomic seating—created a design that balances softness, proportion, and architectural precision. Each chair features a continuous, c...
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Low Lounge Arm Chair Oak, Style of Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Made from solid oak and retaining its original Savak wool upholstery, the chair combines strong architectural lines with a warm and inviting presence.
Fabric, Oak
Vintage Barcelona Style Chairs after Mies Van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With their sleek chrome frames and expertly upholstered cushions, these chairs effortlessly blend architectural precision with comfort and style.
Metal
Pair of Lounge Chairs attributed to H.P. Berlage, Netherlands, 1900
By Hendrik Petrus Berlage
Located in Antwerp, BE
The chairs have been reupholstered in a neutral textile, allowing the clarity of the design and the warmth of the oak to remain central to their appearance.
Brass
Prague Art Deco Wingback Chair in Original Upholstery, Czechoslovakia 1940s
Located in Almelo, NL
Architectural Art Deco wingback chair from Prague, circa 1940s, preserved in fully original condition with sculptural proportions and rich period upholstery.
Upholstery, Beech
Sergio Rodrigues, 1959. Eight Tiao chairs in Rosewood (2 armchairs + 6 chairs)
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Rooted in Rodrigues’ philosophy of creating furniture that is both relaxed and architecturally rigorous, the Tião chairs embody a uniquely Brazilian interpretation of modernism—where...
Bouclé, Hardwood
Jorge Zalszupin “Tall Commander” Swivel Chair, 1973 – Aluminum, Chenille, Brazil
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The upholstery’s tailored profile enhances the chair’s architectural lines while providing exceptional comfort.
Aluminum
70s Brutalist Modern Ceramic Tile Walnut & Bouclé Lounge Chair, Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The silhouette is softened by generous proportions and upholstered in warm cream bouclé, while richly grained walnut framing introduces architectural structure and depth. The chair’...
Ceramic, Upholstery, Walnut
Space age design lounge chair in blue fabric, Netherlands 1960s
By Pascal Mourgue, Olivier Mourgue, Pierre Paulin
Located in ECHT, NL
Resting low to the ground, the chair appears almost architectural, its volume balanced by clean lines and carefully considered proportions.
Metal
Mid Century Modern Wingback Chair attr. to Paolo Buffa, Italy 1960s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Beograd, RS
Characterized by its dramatically sculpted wingback silhouette, sweeping armrests, and slender tapered legs terminating in brass sabots, the chair balances architectural presence wit...
Fabric, Beech, Silk
Vintage Ralph Lauren Dining Chair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
It is paired with a supple cognac leather seat, meticulously upholstered to highlight the chair's streamlined, architectural silhouette. The elegantly tapered legs and clean lines re...
Brass
Hans J. Wegner “Oculus” Lounge Chair for Carl Hansen & Søn, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This example features elegant neutral upholstery that beautifully complements the chair’s sweeping architectural form, allowing the dramatic winged profile and embracing high back to...
Steel
Heinz Witthoeft Tail 4 lounge chair Germany 1959
By Heinz Witthoeft
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Its versatility allows it to effortlessly complement various interior styles, from contemporary to traditional architecture. This chair seamlessly blends form and function, incorpor...
Leather, Pine
$11,450 / set
Thayer Coggin "T-Back Chairs" by Milo Baughman
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
The "T-Back chairs" is a timeless classic! Restored this pair of architectural club chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin American, circa 1970.
Chrome
Pair of 1960s Italian Mid-Century Lounge Chairs in Original Ochre Leatherette
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in London, GB
Architectural in form, the chairs are characterised by their crisp angular arms, high rectangular backs and restrained decorative detailing.
Metal, Chrome
1940s Jindřich Halabala Lounge Chair in Icelandic Sheepskin, Bentwood, Art- deco
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Almelo, NL
PROJECT / AVAILABILITY A total of 24 chairs are available. This offers a rare opportunity to source a cohesive group for large-scale residential, hospitality, or architectural proje...
Sheepskin, Bentwood
Modernist Ladder Back Chairs Attributed to Joseph Urban
By Josef Urban
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An unusual and highly architectural pair of hall chairs showing both Arts & Crafts and Secessionist influences.
Upholstery, Oak
1970s Mid-Century Modern High Back Parsons Chairs in Chrome & Velvet
By Design Institute America, Milo Baughman, John Stuart Inc.
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A set of high-back Parsons chairs from the 1970s by Design Institute of America, these pieces deftly combine sleek chrome architecture with the warm comfort of tufted brown chevron-v...
Chrome
Pair of Extraordinary Lounge Club Chairs Cantilevered, 1970s
Located in Dallas, TX
These fashion-forward easy chairs have exceptional architectural lines and are as comfortable as it is visually striking.
Chrome
Kafka Lounge Chair, Solid Oak, and Leather by Cezar Moldovan x Arbore
Located in Geneve, CH
Leather cushioning softens the rigor of the base, encouraging prolonged use without diminishing the object’s architectural identity. Kafka Chair is conceived as a place to pause — a ...
Stainless Steel
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Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
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