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Chrome Cantilever Lounge Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
A Chrome Cantilever Lounge chair has been reupholstered in a deep blue/gray Fox Linton wool
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Cantilever Lounge Chairs
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Pair of Cantilever lounge chairs. Retains the original fabric that can be used as is. Some
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Cantilever Lounge Chair attributed to Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Cantilever Lounge Chair attributed to Milo Baughman.
One of the best forms in solid bar chromed
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Harvey Probber Cantilevered Lounge Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Dynamic pair of Harvey Probber cantilevered lounge chairs. Extremely comfortable having a wide body
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Pair of Honey Velvet Chrome Cantilever Lounge Chairs, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 1970s cantilever lounge chairs with tubular chrome bases and soft, sculpted lines
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Leather and Stainless Steel Cantilever Lounge Chair, 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Leather and Stainless Steel Cantilever Lounge Chair, 1960. Original condition, wear
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
$2,400
H 30 in W 30.5 in D 27 in
Roger Lee Sprunger for Dunbar Pair of Cantilever Lounge Chairs
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Roger Lee Sprunger for Dunbar pair of cantilever lounge chairs, model 480, oakwood and Mahogany two
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
$7,840 Sale Price / set
43% Off
H 35 in W 25 in D 30 in
1970´s Danish cantilever Lounge Chair by Friis & Moltke
By Knud Friis & Elmar Moltke Nielsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A Danish design treasure from the 1980s - the Cantilever lounge chair by Knud Friis & Elmar Moltke
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pr. Tubular Chrome and Woven Plastic Cantilevered Lounge Chairs
By Lloyd Loom
Located in New York, NY
Pair of cantilevered lounge chairs having tubular chrome frames and continuous plastic wicker style
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Milo Baughman Style Midcentury Chrome Cantilever Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman style midcentury chrome cantilever lounge chairs - pair
Each chair measures: 27.5
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$4,595
H 28.25 in W 27.5 in D 32 in
Pair of Saporiti Style Cantilever Lounge Chair Off White Bouclé Upholstery, 1980
By Saporiti
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Saporiti style Cantilever lounge chairs in polished chrome with off white Bouclé Fabric
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$2,900 Sale Price / set
40% Off
H 42 in W 30.5 in D 38 in
Pair of Milo Baughman Cantilevered Lounge Chairs for Thayer Coggin 1970s
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Milo Baughman Cantilevered Lounge Chairs for Thayer Coggin 1970s
This pair of lounge chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$5,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 26 in W 34 in D 30.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Cantilever Lounge Chair by Sam Larsson for Dux, 1972
By Dux of Sweden, Sam Larsson
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Mid-Century Modern cantilever lounge chair.
Design by Sam Larsson for Dux of
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$1,096 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30.71 in W 26.38 in D 29.53 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern, Cantilevered Lounge Chairs, Augusto Bozzi
By Augusto Bozzi
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern, cantilevered lounge chairs attributed to Augusto Bozzi
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
$9,800 / set
H 27.5 in W 22.25 in D 30 in
Cantilever Lounge Chair in Cowhide, 1950s
Located in Prague, New Town
Cantilever lounge chair, created by a European cabinetmaker in the 1950s. Features wooden armrests
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
Rudolf Horn for Rölf Cantilever Lounge Chair in Black Leather and Steel
By Rudolf Horn 1
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rudolf Horn for Rölf Potsdam, cantilever lounge chair, leather, chrome-plated steel, Germany
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
$3,200
H 27.96 in W 26.78 in D 33.47 in
S 411 Leather Cantilever Lounge Chair
Located in New York, NY
sitting comfort. Added is a lightness that only a cantilever model can have. While the first tubular steel
Category
2010s German Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
S 411 Cowhide Cantilever Lounge Chair
Located in New York, NY
sitting comfort. Added is a lightness that only a cantilever model can have. While the first tubular steel
Category
2010s German Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cowhide
Milo Baughman Mid-Century Cantilever Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful pair of vintage modern lounge chairs feature an incredibly heavy chrome frame with
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Contemporary Italian Cantilevered Lounge Chairs
Located in London, London
minimalist yet sophisticated design. The chairs feature a cantilever structure with sleek wooden frames that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Early Cantilever Lounge Chair by Paul Schuitema
By Paul Schuitema
Located in Tilburg, NL
Very original and rare early cantilever chair by Paul Schuitema.
In the 1930’s this cantilever
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Space Age Leather Cantilever Lounge Chair, 1960's
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
This 1960's lounge chair embodies the sleek, futuristic aesthetics of space-age design. Upholstered
Category
Vintage 1960s European Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Cantilevered Lounge Chair by Carson's of High Point
By Carson's Furniture
Located in San Francisco, CA
A lounge chair by Carson's of High Point in a heavy chromed steel cantilevered frame. Restored in a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Wingback Cantilevered Lounge Chair By Gustav Axel Berg
By Gustavberg
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden
Designer: Gustav Axel Berg
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 27.5" wide x 30" deep x 44" tall
Condition: Newly upholstered in jade green ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
Martin Visser Wicker and Chrome Cantilever Lounge Chair
By Martin Visser
Located in Asheville, NC
Circa 1970s. Made in Netherlands, great vintage condition featuring upholstery in charcoal color.
Measures: 30.5”W x 29”H x 31”D x 24”, arm H x 17“Seat H x 20”seat D.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wicker
$1,200 Sale Price
38% Off
H 29 in W 30.5 in D 31 in
Pair of Modernist ‘Path’ Cantilever Lounge Chairs by Fiorenzo Dorigo for Sitland
Located in Zagreb, HR
Pair of ‘Path’ cantilever lounge chairs designed by Fiorenzo Dorigo for Sitland in the early 2000s
Category
Early 20th Century European Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$1,638 / set
H 27.96 in W 23.63 in D 108.67 in
Expertly Restored-Poul Norreklit Cognac Leather & Steel Cantilever Lounge Chairs
By Poul Nørreklit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
$8,895
H 30 in W 23.75 in D 28.5 in
Cantilever Lounge Chair, Manner of Poul Kjaerholm
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Poul Kjaerholm (Danish, 1929-1980), manner of; unknown
Marking(s); notes: no marking(s) apparent
Materials: chromed metal, leather
Dimensions (H, W, D)...
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Bas Van Pelt Tubular Cantilevered Lounge Chair with Red Sisal Seating
By Bas Van Pelt
Located in Waalwijk, NL
), was manufactured by E.M.S. Overschie. The chair features a cantilevered tubular metal frame, lending
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
$4,200
H 33.67 in W 22.25 in D 30.52 in
Rare Pair of 'Cantilever' Lounge Chairs by Georges Van Rijck for Beaufort, 1960s
By Georges Vanrijk, Beaufort, Georges van Rijck
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
A very rare pair of Belgian modernist lounge chairs designed by Georges Van Rijck for Beaufort
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
$5,864 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 28.35 in W 25.6 in D 27.56 in
Vintage Cantilever Lounge Leather Chair with Ottoman, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Cantilever Lounge Chair with ottoman.
Chromed tubular steel and black leather.
Original
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Silver Craft Cantilever Bronze Lounge Chairs in beige, USA, 1970s
By Silver Craft Furniture Company
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful pair of Cantilever lounge chairs by Silver Craft in a newly upholstered fabric and a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bronze
$16,566 / set
H 26.78 in W 29.53 in D 32.68 in
Midcentury Recliner Lounge Chair circa 1970
By Ekorness, Wendell Castle
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Unique reclining cantilevered lounge chair made of bent wood. This chair also swivels 360'.
Green
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
ANTONIO CITTERIO for VITRA Cantilevered Chrome & Leather Lounge Chair 4 avail.
By Antonio Citterio, Vitra
Located in Hudson, NY
Stunning and elegant cantilevered lounge chairs designed by Antonio Citterio for Vitra. Textured
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$1,680 / item
H 29.5 in W 24.88 in D 29.13 in
Tubular Chrome and Blue Fabric Cantilever Lounge Chair with Arms Set of 7
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage cantilever tubular chrome and blue hopsack fabric upholstered lounge chairs in the
Category
Late 20th Century American Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$2,295 / set
H 32.5 in W 24.5 in D 24 in
Vintage Lounge Chair Leather Mossgreen
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Vintage Cantilever Lounge Chair in mossgreen leather.
This Chair is comfortable and in good
Category
Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Cantilevered Scoop Lounge Chair
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Step into the world of mid-century modern sophistication with the Milo Baughman Cantilevered Lounge
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Four Bert England for Brueton Polished Steel & Cadet Blue Leather Lounge Chairs
By Bert England, Brueton
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of four cantilevered lounge chairs by Bert England for Brueton. Polished steel frames with low
Category
Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
$7,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 32.5 in W 22.5 in D 27.5 in
Bas Van Pelt Tubular Cantilever Lounge Chair with Red Sisal Seating
By Bas Van Pelt
Located in Waalwijk, NL
original comfortable chair is designed by the Dutch interior and furniture designer Bas van Pelt (1900-1945
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
$5,450
H 31.3 in W 21.86 in D 29.53 in
1970's Kroken Cantilevered Leather Lounge Chair, Ake Fribytter for Nelo Sweden
By Nelo, Ake Fribytter
Located in Lutz, FL
Mid Century Kroken Bentwood Taupe Leather Sling Cantilevered Lounge chair by Ake Fribytter for Nelo
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Birch
$1,999
H 35 in W 30 in D 35 in
Pr. Cantilevered Black Leather and Chrome Lounge Chairs by Citterio for Vitra
By Vitra, Antonio Citterio
Located in New York, NY
Chic pair of cantilevered lounge chairs, designed by Antonio Citterio, for Vitra. These chairs were
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$3,000 / set
H 29 in W 25 in D 24 in
1960's Swivel Lounge Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
This striking cantilevered lounge chair features a fluid, wave-like design that exudes modern
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Cantilevered Chairs in Mohair
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
of cantilever lounge chairs, model 480. These exquisite chairs, known for their distinctive oakwood
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
$14,000 / set
H 34 in W 26 in D 31.25 in
Alvar Aalto Zebra Hide Lounge Chairs Danish Modern Midcentury Design for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Atlanta, GA
Tall back cantilevered lounge chairs in zebra hide, designed by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Zebra Hide, Wood, Birch
$17,550 / set
H 38.5 in W 24.75 in D 27.5 in
Finnish Design Classic Lounge Chair No 401 by Alvar Aalto, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy
Located in Renens, CH
Early edition of the 401 cantilever lounge chair designed by Alvar Aalto and produced by Huonekalu
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
$3,694
H 38.59 in W 24.81 in D 25.99 in
Esko Pajamies & Toivo Korhonen, Pair of Lounge Chairs in Leather and Steel 1960s
By Merva Merivaara., Esko Pajamies
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and rare pair of cantilever lounge chairs in steel and leather designed by Esko
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
$5,244 / set
H 25.99 in W 25.6 in D 25.99 in
2000s Pair of Model 402 Lounge Chairs by Aino & Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek, Aino Aalto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
1933. This particular pair was born in the mid 2000s. These classic cantilever lounge chairs are formed
Category
Early 2000s Finnish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
$5,500 / set
H 30 in W 24 in D 27.5 in
Kem Weber for Lloyd Mfg, chromed steel and red/coral vinyl, 1930 Art Deco
By Kem Weber
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Lovely example of (Karl Emmanuel Martin) Kem Weber Cantilever Lounge Chair manufactured by Lloyd
Category
Early 20th Century American Machine Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$1,400
H 35 in W 24.5 in D 29 in
Pr. Cantilevered Meadowcraft Dogwood Wrought Iron Lounge Chairs
By Woodard Furniture Co., Meadowcraft
Located in New York, NY
Pair of wrought iron and metal mesh cantilevered lounge chairs, by Meadowcraft, as part of the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Pr. Cantilevered Spring Garden Patio Poolside Lounge Chairs att. to Woodard
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pr. vintage garden, patio, poolside cantilevered lounge chairs attributed to the Woodard Furniture
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
$500 / set
H 37.25 in W 26.5 in D 27 in
Pair (2) of Mid Century Modern Spring Lounge Chairs with Iron Mesh Seat & Back
By Russell Woodard
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Iron cantilevered lounge chairs in old black paint
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Steel, Iron
$895 / set
H 36 in W 23 in D 23.5 in
Salterini Zig Zag Pattern Cantilevered Garden Patio Poolside Dining Height Chair
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Hard to find vintage garden, patio, poolside Salterini, ZigZag pattern cantilevered lounge chair
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
$495
H 28.5 in W 27 in D 24 in
Unusual Vintage Cantilever Blue Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful Mid-Century Modern lounge chair with a flat bar metal base and royal blue velvet fabric
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Italian Cantilever Chrome Lounge Chair and Ottoman, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Italian Cantilever Chrome Lounge Chair and Ottoman, 1970. Original leather
Chair measures 34” tall
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Alvar Aalto Cantilevered Leather Lounge Chair for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Artek’s Model 406 lounge chair designed by Alvar Aalto. The cantilevered frame is a bent birch wood
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch, Leather
Lounge Chair, Midcentury Scandinavian Cantilever Chrome and Webbing
Located in Highclere, Newbury
Midcentury Scandinavian cantilever chrome and webbing lounge chair.
I’ve never seen another one
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$1,308
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 25.99 in
Pair of Extraordinary Lounge Club Chairs Cantilevered, 1970s
Located in Dallas, TX
. Each chair has a heavy cantilevered chrome plated steel flat bar frame. The sculpted chrome frames are
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Stainless Steel & Canvas Cantilever MR Lounge Chair & Ottoman, 1960
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Chicago, IL
Stainless steel and canvas Cantilever MR lounge chair & ottoman after Mies van der Rohe, 1960
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
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Cantilever Lounge Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic cantilever lounge chair available at 1stDibs. Each cantilever lounge chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, fabric and chrome. If you’re shopping for a cantilever lounge chair, we have 227 options in-stock, while there are 12 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a cantilever lounge chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right cantilever lounge chair, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one cantilever lounge chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Milo Baughman, Alvar Aalto and Thonet produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Cantilever Lounge Chair?
Prices for a cantilever lounge chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $10 and can go as high as $31,218, while the average can fetch as much as $3,637.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
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.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Cantilever Lounge Chair
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024The history of the cantilever chair dates back to 1926. It was then that Mart Stam created a sketch of a new idea for a chair on the back of a dinner napkin at a cocktail party. His drawing inspired Ludwig Mies van der Rohe to create his own version of the chair. This led to a legal battle between the two. Other designers, such as Marcel Breuer, began experimenting with the cantilever design, and today, many manufacturers continue to employ the cantilever design in their pieces. Explore a large collection of cantilever chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024How a cantilever chair works comes down to its unique design. Instead of having four legs, a cantilever chair features a single leg or pair of legs in an L shape. The leg or legs attach to the seat in the front and then travel along the floor to provide stability. When a person sits down, their weight becomes distributed across the entire base. On 1stDibs, find a range of cantilever chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A cantilever chair typically features a frame of tubular metal. Most often, tubular steel is used, though tubular chrome has also been used. The seat and back can be crafted of many materials, from rattan to leather or fabric. Browse 1stDibs to find an array of cantilever chairs from top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Here are some characteristics of a cantilever chair: Most feature two front legs and no back legs. The legs bend at the bottom, creating a stable base for the chair. Typically, cantilever chairs feature tubular metal frames and have two arms. However, you can find some armless examples. The seats and backrests often have a boxy appearance and can feature a range of materials, such as wicker, leather, fiberglass, molded plastic or fabric upholstery. Explore a variety of cantilever chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024A lounge chair is a type of recliner that is often accompanied by an ottoman as a footrest. It’s merely a comfortable armchair, and the shapes of lounge chairs as well as the materials used to make this kind of seat are extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.
Similar to recliners, there are many styles of lounge chairs. 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 ExpertNovember 8, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
- What is a sling lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A sling lounge chair is a chair formed of metal or wooden frame to which a piece of flexible material is loosely fitted. It is used to relax while the sitter remains engaged in an activity such as reading a book or having a conversation. Find a variety of vintage and antique sling lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
- Are lounge chairs comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Whether lounge chairs are comfortable or not is a matter of personal opinion. However, providing a comfortable place to sit is the main function of a lounge chair. After all, the addition of the footrest makes it possible to kick up your feet and relax. Many makers design lounge chairs with comfort in mind, adding features like cushioning and/or ergonomic backrests and seats. Explore a wide variety of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
- How long is a lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024How long a lounge chair is varies. However, they are generally longer than other types of chairs to accommodate a user's feet in an outstretched position. Most lounge chairs are between 73 and 80 inches long. Shop a diverse assortment of lounge chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are lounge chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a variety of names that a lounge chair can be called, like chaise, daybed and settee to name a few. Lounge chairs add a classic touch to any décor. You can shop a collection of lounge chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What makes a lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Not allowing for deviation, a lounge chair is defined as an armless recliner that is paired with an ottoman and designed for relaxing. It is not a reclining chair and it is not an armchair. This is an interesting category where it’s more about the purpose of the chair than the actual design when you get down to it. Shop a collection of lounge chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a chaise lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A chaise longue chair — or “chaise lounge,” as it is sometimes called in America — is a reclining upholstered sofa that is long enough to support one's legs. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chaise lounge chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Opinions vary about what the most comfortable lounge chair in the world is. Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to seating. Generally, lounge chairs that feature cushioning and have ergonomic designs that fit the curves of the human body are comfortable options. One iconic example is the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, which its creators, Charles and Ray Eames, designed to serve as "a special refuge from the strains of modern living." On 1stDibs, find a large collection of lounge chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Although opinions may vary, the most famous lounge chair in the world is arguably the Eames lounge chair. Charles and Ray Eames designed the chair and unveiled it in 1956. The couple famously called their lounge chair and ottoman "a special refuge from the strains of modern living” and described their design as having the "warm receptive look of a well-used first baseman’s mitt." Its design includes a bentwood frame and an upholstered shape topped off with supple leather. Find vintage Eames lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Bedroom lounge chairs are sometimes called chaise longues. The name is French for “long chair” and generally refers to a chair with the length of a sofa and the shape of a chair. It's also acceptable to refer to them simply as lounge chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lounge chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the Eames lounge chair is ergonomic. The Eames lounge chair and ottoman are created with molded plywood and leather designed to curve to the human form. The Eames lounge chair is a highly coveted furniture item by both home décor enthusiasts and vintage collectors alike. Shop a selection of Eames lounge chairs on reputable sites, such as 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023What a Victorian lounge chair is called depends on its style. A piece that is long and narrow and has a raised headrest on one end and a lower backrest on the other is a fainting couch. Upholstered chairs that have long, extended seats meant for reclining are chaise longues. Find a collection of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023A fancy lounge chair is sometimes called a chaise lounge. This type of chair has an elongated shape that supports the sitters legs as well as their upper bodies. The name is French and translates to "long chair." On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chaise lounges from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023An indoor lounge chair is sometimes called a chaise longue. However, some people refer to chairs that allow you to elevate your feet while you sit as "lounge chairs," regardless of whether they are indoors or outdoors. Chaise longues differ from recliners, which have moving footrests that can be raised and lowered. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage lounge chairs.
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