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Alice Chair
Alice Chair

Alice Chair

$2,609 / item

Alice Chair

Located in Toronto, CA

The Alice Chair pairs a floating saddle seat with a crescent back that cradles the body.

Category

2010s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-C Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-C Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-C Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

Charming irregularities show that each piece is unique. Each chair has letter engravings. The chair has a floating backseat which is connected to the armrests.

Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

1960s Danish Lounge Chair
1960s Danish Lounge Chair

1960s Danish Lounge Chair

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Turners Falls, MA

1960s sculpted Danish Lounge Chair. Teak dowel legs. Floating armrest. Rarely seen chair.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

One-of-a-kind Dining Chair set by Architect Michael P. Johnson, USA, 1960s
One-of-a-kind Dining Chair set by Architect Michael P. Johnson, USA, 1960s

One-of-a-kind Dining Chair set by Architect Michael P. Johnson, USA, 1960s

Located in Berlin, DE

A sculptural pair with strong architectural geometry, solid wood construction, exposed slotted screws and floating armrests. The chairs feature thick seat and back cushions, contrast...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Post-Modern Lounge Chairs by Otto Zapf for Knoll, Black Leather, 1988
Post-Modern Lounge Chairs by Otto Zapf for Knoll, Black Leather, 1988

Post-Modern Lounge Chairs by Otto Zapf for Knoll, Black Leather, 1988

By Knoll

Located in Wichita, KS

The armrests and backrests have a slight rounded curve and stitched detailing. The chairs each sit on an elevated base offering a floating look.

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

'Concha' Lounge Chair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazil, 1950's
'Concha' Lounge Chair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazil, 1950's

'Concha' Lounge Chair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Brazil, 1950's

By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler

Located in Uithoorn, NL

The structure gives the chair a light, almost floating look, while the seat itself is wide and supportive, with a slightly reclined angle and four deep-set buttons for subtle contour...

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane Chair PJ-SI-28-A 'Authentic'
Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane Chair PJ-SI-28-A 'Authentic'

Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane Chair PJ-SI-28-A 'Authentic'

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

Charming irregularities show that each piece is unique. The chair has a floating backseat which is connected to the armrests.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pair of Mid-Century Lounge Chairs by Heritage
Pair of Mid-Century Lounge Chairs by Heritage

Pair of Mid-Century Lounge Chairs by Heritage

Located in Chicago, IL

Their angular oak legs and exposed stretcher bases provide a handsome contrast to the soft, rounded upholstery, giving the chairs a light, almost floating appearance. A wonderful ex...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pierre Jeanneret Set of 4 Chairs PJ-SI-28-A / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Pierre Jeanneret Set of 4 Chairs PJ-SI-28-A / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

Pierre Jeanneret Set of 4 Chairs PJ-SI-28-A / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

Charming irregularities show that each piece is unique. The chair has a floating backseat which is connected to the armrests.

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane Chair Authentic Mid-Century Modern PJ-SI-28-A
Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane Chair Authentic Mid-Century Modern PJ-SI-28-A

Pierre Jeanneret Office Cane Chair Authentic Mid-Century Modern PJ-SI-28-A

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Zürich, CH

Charming irregularities show that each piece is unique. The chair has a floating backseat which is connected to the armrests.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Jorge Zalszupin Manhattan chairs L’Atelier Brazil 1970
Jorge Zalszupin Manhattan chairs L’Atelier Brazil 1970

Jorge Zalszupin Manhattan chairs L’Atelier Brazil 1970

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

The gently tapered lower section reduces the visual weight of the chairs, giving them an almost floating presence. Recently reupholstered in light sand colored suede, the surface evo...

Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Suede

Pair of Vintage Weiman Lounge Chairs, 1990s
Pair of Vintage Weiman Lounge Chairs, 1990s

Pair of Vintage Weiman Lounge Chairs, 1990s

Located in Chicago, IL

The rear and side views are just as compelling as the front, making these chairs ideal for floating in a room rather than being pushed against a wall.

Category

1990s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Set of 2 PK 22 Chairs by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1955
Set of 2 PK 22 Chairs by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1955

Set of 2 PK 22 Chairs by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1955

By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm

Located in Uithoorn, NL

The steel frames show light signs of age, mostly around the joints and lower legs, but remain sharp in form. The chairs still have that floating, balanced look Kjærholm is known for,...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Lawrence Peabody Barrel Chairs
Pair of Lawrence Peabody Barrel Chairs

Pair of Lawrence Peabody Barrel Chairs

By Lawrence Peabody

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A pair of barrel chairs with floating frames designed circa late 1950s by Lawrence Peabody for Richardson-Nemschoff.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Maple

Early Eero Saarinen Grasshopper Chair and Ottoman for Knoll
Early Eero Saarinen Grasshopper Chair and Ottoman for Knoll

Early Eero Saarinen Grasshopper Chair and Ottoman for Knoll

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Chicago, IL

Despite the generous size of the chair, it maintains an open airy floating appearance.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Extremely Rare Contemporary Sculptural Lounge Chair, Italy, 1990s
Extremely Rare Contemporary Sculptural Lounge Chair, Italy, 1990s

Extremely Rare Contemporary Sculptural Lounge Chair, Italy, 1990s

Located in DE KWAKEL, NL

Resting on a minimalist metal pedestal base, the chair appears almost floating despite its substantial volume.

Category

1990s Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Adrian Pearsall Gondola Lounge Chairs
Pair of Adrian Pearsall Gondola Lounge Chairs

Pair of Adrian Pearsall Gondola Lounge Chairs

By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Houston, TX

Pair Of Adrian Pearsall Gondola Lounge Chairs. This iconic pair of sculptural gondola lounge chairs, scoop chairs or wing chairs have a floating design and have been professionally u...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Vintage Mid-Century Modern KROEHLER Style Club Chair
Vintage Mid-Century Modern KROEHLER Style Club Chair

Vintage Mid-Century Modern KROEHLER Style Club Chair

Located in Wilmington, DE

The chairs sits on Pencil legs which gives the chair a "floating" element as well.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Danish Modern Model 45 Lounge Chair, Finn Juhl Manner, Pair
Danish Modern Model 45 Lounge Chair, Finn Juhl Manner, Pair

Danish Modern Model 45 Lounge Chair, Finn Juhl Manner, Pair

By Finn Juhl

Located in Miami, FL

They are celebrated for their sculptural, organic wood frames and the upholstered seat and backrest are elegantly separated from the wooden frame to create a floating appearance. The...

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Louis van Teeffelen Teak Faux Leather Lounge chairs 1960s Holland
Louis van Teeffelen Teak Faux Leather Lounge chairs 1960s Holland

Louis van Teeffelen Teak Faux Leather Lounge chairs 1960s Holland

By WéBé, Louis Van Teeffelen

Located in Den Haag, NL

lovely set off lounge chairs , Teak frame ,floating armrests , comes with a cognac color faux Leather upholstery . tufted Back Rest .

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Sculptural Organic Form
Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Sculptural Organic Form

Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Sculptural Organic Form

Located in Waalwijk, NL

The flowing wooden frames and floral upholstery create a warm, organic look while the cantilevered bases give the chairs a light, almost floating presence. Please note that these c...

Category

Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Lounge Chairs by Madsen & Schubell, 1950s, Set of 2
Lounge Chairs by Madsen & Schubell, 1950s, Set of 2

Lounge Chairs by Madsen & Schubell, 1950s, Set of 2

By Madsen & Schubell

Located in Nørre Aaby, DK

Crafted in stained beech, the chairs feature a distinctive floating wingback and seat, framed by sculptural lines that extend into curved armrests and tapered legs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Midcentury Lounge Chairs by Karpen of California
Pair of Midcentury Lounge Chairs by Karpen of California

Pair of Midcentury Lounge Chairs by Karpen of California

By Karpen of California

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of midcentury lounge chairs by Karpen of California. This chic pair of Karpen lounge chairs will look great floating in a room.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Wood

Alvar Aalto Cantilevered Leather Lounge Chair for Artek
Alvar Aalto Cantilevered Leather Lounge Chair for Artek

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 that gives the seat a floating effect.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Birch, Leather

Butterfly chair in pine and leather Sweden 1960
Butterfly chair in pine and leather Sweden 1960

Butterfly chair in pine and leather Sweden 1960

By Axel Einar Hjorth

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

This feature makes the leather almost floating. The chair is visually attractive from every angle.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Pine

Tub Lounge Chairs Attributed to Milo Baughman, Pair, Circa 1970s
Tub Lounge Chairs Attributed to Milo Baughman, Pair, Circa 1970s

Tub Lounge Chairs Attributed to Milo Baughman, Pair, Circa 1970s

By Milo Baughman

Located in Wheat Ridge, CO

The cantilevered form lends the chair a light, floating presence despite its generous proportions.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Sculptural Lounge Chair in Rattan and Metal The Netherlands 1960s
Sculptural Lounge Chair in Rattan and Metal The Netherlands 1960s

Sculptural Lounge Chair in Rattan and Metal The Netherlands 1960s

Located in Meer, VAN

The well-made wicker shell was placed on a subtle tubular frame in anthracite lacquer, which gives the chair a floating and light appearance. This timeless chair is in good vintage c...

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Milo Baughman 'Scoop' Chairs for Thayer Coggin circa 1955
Milo Baughman 'Scoop' Chairs for Thayer Coggin circa 1955

Milo Baughman 'Scoop' Chairs for Thayer Coggin circa 1955

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Dallas, TX

These chairs stand out for their floating design. There's a reason these chairs are still endeared by interior designers, so classic!

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Limited Edition GHOST Side Chair in Aluminum by Toshiki Omatsu
Limited Edition GHOST Side Chair in Aluminum by Toshiki Omatsu

Limited Edition GHOST Side Chair in Aluminum by Toshiki Omatsu

Located in Geneve, CH

Also, due to the reflection of light, it is unclear how deep the recess in the backboard is, making it a chair like a "GHOST " floating in the darkness.

Category

2010s Japanese Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage "Womb" White Bouclé Chair and Ottoman by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
Vintage "Womb" White Bouclé Chair and Ottoman by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

Vintage "Womb" White Bouclé Chair and Ottoman by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in North Hollywood, CA

In the same way, both pieces are seated on a chrome architectural frame, which gives the impression that the chair and the ottoman are floating; something will catch everyone's atten...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1950s slipper chair in cardamon green chennile with tapered wooden legs
1950s slipper chair in cardamon green chennile with tapered wooden legs

1950s slipper chair in cardamon green chennile with tapered wooden legs

Located in Henley-On-Thames, GB

The classic MCM dark finished splayed legs provide a light airy "floating"aesthetic. This chair this is a fantastic piece of Mid Century Modern design which has that quintessential "...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Wood

Finn Juhl Model 136 Lounge Chair for France & Son Circa 1950's
Finn Juhl Model 136 Lounge Chair for France & Son Circa 1950's

Finn Juhl Model 136 Lounge Chair for France & Son Circa 1950's

By Finn Juhl, France & Søn

Located in San Diego, CA

The chair has classic elements of floating. From the back and profile of this chair, you can see Finn Juhl pushing against the traditional restraints of Danish Modern design and what...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Wood, Teak

Mid Century Modern Chrome Club Chair in Faux Alligator Hide
Mid Century Modern Chrome Club Chair in Faux Alligator Hide

Mid Century Modern Chrome Club Chair in Faux Alligator Hide

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Very large floating cantilever tub chair with chromed steel frame dressed in faux vinyl albino alligator hide upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Barrel Walnut Swivel Lounge Chairs After Milo Baughman, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Barrel Walnut Swivel Lounge Chairs After Milo Baughman, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Barrel Walnut Swivel Lounge Chairs After Milo Baughman, 1960s

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Their walnut rounded bases give the chairs a floating effect, reinforcing the light, sculptural character that distinguishes well-executed mid-century seating.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Leather and Chrome Lounge Chairs by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
Mid-Century Modern Leather and Chrome Lounge Chairs by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim

Mid-Century Modern Leather and Chrome Lounge Chairs by Elsa and Nordahl Solheim

By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim, Rykken and Co.

Located in North Hollywood, CA

The cushions are suspended within a polished chrome-plated steel frame, creating the chair’s distinctive floating appearance while allowing the seat to naturally conform to the body.

Category

Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Martin Visser SZ04 Lounge Chairs Sofa 't Spectrum, 1964
Martin Visser SZ04 Lounge Chairs Sofa 't Spectrum, 1964

Martin Visser SZ04 Lounge Chairs Sofa 't Spectrum, 1964

By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Very nice brushed steel tubular structure which has a very nice shape and makes it look like the chair is floating. Like all of our upholstered pieces these can also be newly upho...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Florence Knoll Slipper Lounge Chairs Restored in Leather
Vintage Florence Knoll Slipper Lounge Chairs Restored in Leather

Vintage Florence Knoll Slipper Lounge Chairs Restored in Leather

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Dallas, TX

Seamlessly well-tailored, the floating slipper chair is the perfect showcase for taupe-colored leather.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Lounge Chairs by Knoll, White Leather, Pair
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Lounge Chairs by Knoll, White Leather, Pair

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Lounge Chairs by Knoll, White Leather, Pair

Located in Nottingham, GB

The sculptural chrome-plated base creates a refined contrast with the soft leather upholstery, giving the chairs their distinctive floating appearance. A landmark piece of design hi...

Category

20th Century Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Lucite with Leather Lounge Chairs by Mitchell Gold & Bob Williams C1998
Pair of Lucite with Leather Lounge Chairs by Mitchell Gold & Bob Williams C1998

Pair of Lucite with Leather Lounge Chairs by Mitchell Gold & Bob Williams C1998

By Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Spectacular pair of floating leather lounge chairs suspended between two slabs of one inch thick lucite.

Category

1990s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Streamline Art Deco Chrome Tubular Cantilever Springer Club Chair by Royal Metal
Streamline Art Deco Chrome Tubular Cantilever Springer Club Chair by Royal Metal

Streamline Art Deco Chrome Tubular Cantilever Springer Club Chair by Royal Metal

By Royal Metal Co.

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Designed in the Springer style, the chair has the characteristic floating cantilever form that creates a slight flex for comfort while maintaining the sleek Machine Age aesthetic.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1970s Pair of Charles Pfister for Knoll Lounge Chairs in Brown Leather
1970s Pair of Charles Pfister for Knoll Lounge Chairs in Brown Leather

1970s Pair of Charles Pfister for Knoll Lounge Chairs in Brown Leather

By Charles Pfister

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The design features a tailored silhouette with clean lines in the traditional tuxedo-style, while the recessed legs give it the appearance of floating. Both chairs are upholstered in...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Re-Upholstered Knoll-Style Pfister-Style Pair Cube Lounge Chairs 1980s Set of 2
Re-Upholstered Knoll-Style Pfister-Style Pair Cube Lounge Chairs 1980s Set of 2

Re-Upholstered Knoll-Style Pfister-Style Pair Cube Lounge Chairs 1980s Set of 2

By Charles Pfister, George Kasparian, Milo Baughman

Located in Round Top, TX

Fabulous, oversized "floating" look chairs that sit upon four small, solid wood cube feet.

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Rare Floating Chair
Rare Floating Chair

Rare Floating Chair

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-century modern Milo Baughman style arm chair made of a heavy flat bar frame in polished chrome.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century 'Profil' Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Folke Ohlsson for Dux, c1960s
Mid Century 'Profil' Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Folke Ohlsson for Dux, c1960s

Mid Century 'Profil' Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Folke Ohlsson for Dux, c1960s

By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden

Located in Chino Hills, CA

Newly upholstered in a sophisticated gray fabric, the chair showcases Ohlsson's signature floating seat design, gently angled profile, and graceful exposed frame.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Pair of Dining Chairs or Armchairs by Gianni Moscatelli for Formanova, 1968
Pair of Dining Chairs or Armchairs by Gianni Moscatelli for Formanova, 1968

Pair of Dining Chairs or Armchairs by Gianni Moscatelli for Formanova, 1968

By Gianni Moscatelli, Formanova

Located in Palermo, IT

Embodying the pinnacle of late-1960s Italian rationalist design, this model seamlessly bridges architectural rigor with luxurious comfort, making it a highly sought-after collector's...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

1970s Pair of MP-61 Lounge Chairs by Percival Lafer in Brown Leather, Brazil.
1970s Pair of MP-61 Lounge Chairs by Percival Lafer in Brown Leather, Brazil.

1970s Pair of MP-61 Lounge Chairs by Percival Lafer in Brown Leather, Brazil.

By Lafer, Percival Lafer

Located in Victoria, BC

The fiberglass bodies rest on low architectural wood bases, emphasizing the horizontal proportions of the chairs and creating a subtle floating effect. The combination of molded fibe...

Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass, Jatoba

Scandinavian Modern Easy Chair by Eva & Nils Koppel, Denmark, 1950s
Scandinavian Modern Easy Chair by Eva & Nils Koppel, Denmark, 1950s

Scandinavian Modern Easy Chair by Eva & Nils Koppel, Denmark, 1950s

By Eva & Niels Koppel

Located in Odense, DK

Beautifully sculpted chair with many beautiful details such as the elegant wing-shaped backrest and the brass cups allowing the rear legs to support the floating seat.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Black Milo Baughman for James Inc. Lounge Chairs
Pair of Black Milo Baughman for James Inc. Lounge Chairs

Pair of Black Milo Baughman for James Inc. Lounge Chairs

By Milo Baughman, James Inc.

Located in Dallas, TX

The angled tapering pencil corner legs give this beautiful chairs a nice floating stance. They are freshly reupholstered in a charcoal grey velvet.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Pair of "Polar" Lounge Chairs by Esko Pajamies, Finland 1960s
Pair of "Polar" Lounge Chairs by Esko Pajamies, Finland 1960s

Pair of "Polar" Lounge Chairs by Esko Pajamies, Finland 1960s

By Esko Pajamies

Located in Utrecht, NL

The strong and sturdy wooden frame provides a beautiful contrast to the black leather, and with the chrome plated steel connections supporting the curved armrests, it gives these cha...

Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Eero Aarnio Bubble Chair for Asko – Iconic Design Space Age Original Leather
Eero Aarnio Bubble Chair for Asko – Iconic Design Space Age Original Leather

Eero Aarnio Bubble Chair for Asko – Iconic Design Space Age Original Leather

By Eero Aarnio, Asko

Located in Telgte, DE

Designed in the 1960s, the Bubble Chair is the transparent evolution of the legendary Ball Chair, offering a unique floating seating experience.

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Space Age Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of “L” Lounge Chairs in Caviúna & Textured Bouclé by Joaquim Tenreiro, 1958
Pair of “L” Lounge Chairs in Caviúna & Textured Bouclé by Joaquim Tenreiro, 1958

Pair of “L” Lounge Chairs in Caviúna & Textured Bouclé by Joaquim Tenreiro, 1958

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in New York, NY

Elevated on finely tapered legs, the chairs possess the illusion of floating lightly above the floor, a hallmark of Tenreiro's celebrated design vocabulary.

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chenille, Caviuna

Leather Lounge chairs Model P64 by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, Italy 1970s
Leather Lounge chairs Model P64 by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, Italy 1970s

Leather Lounge chairs Model P64 by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, Italy 1970s

By Giovanni Offredi, Saporiti

Located in Rotterdam, ZH

A notable design element is the integrated base, which slopes inwards at a sharp angle, creating the illusion that the chairs are floating. The curved seat and backrest, which also f...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Walnut Lacquer Carl Hansen
Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Walnut Lacquer Carl Hansen

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Walnut Lacquer Carl Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in New York, NY

Wegner’s architectural expertise is exhibited in the CH07 Shell Chair with the design’s floating lightness through its wing-like seat and three arched legs.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cowhide, Walnut

Sculptural Italian Chair by Arflex in Hand Sewn Champagne Shearling Hides c.1991
Sculptural Italian Chair by Arflex in Hand Sewn Champagne Shearling Hides c.1991

Sculptural Italian Chair by Arflex in Hand Sewn Champagne Shearling Hides c.1991

By Arflex

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Legs have a subtle chrome mirror finish that reflects and weaves them into their surroundings creating a floating illusion. The chair has an Italian ram silhouette that's powerful.

Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Four J Robert Scott Swivel Chairs in Textured Off-White and Chrome
Set of Four J Robert Scott Swivel Chairs in Textured Off-White and Chrome

Set of Four J Robert Scott Swivel Chairs in Textured Off-White and Chrome

By Sally Sirkin Lewis, J. Robert Scott 1

Located in Miami, FL

Robert Scott’s refined California modern aesthetic, each chair features an enveloping barrel-form back, integrated arms, concealed casters, and polished stainless steel plinth bases ...

Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Four "Polar" Lounge Chairs by Esko Pajamies, Finland 1960s
Set of Four "Polar" Lounge Chairs by Esko Pajamies, Finland 1960s

Set of Four "Polar" Lounge Chairs by Esko Pajamies, Finland 1960s

By Esko Pajamies

Located in Utrecht, NL

The strong and sturdy wooden frame provides a beautiful contrast to the black leather, and with the chrome plated steel connections supporting the curved armrests, it gives these cha...

Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Oak White Oil Carl Hansen
Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Oak White Oil Carl Hansen

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Brown/White Cowhide Oak White Oil Carl Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in New York, NY

Wegner’s architectural expertise is exhibited in the CH07 Shell Chair with the design’s floating lightness through its wing-like seat and three arched legs.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Cowhide

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Leather Loke 7150 Walnut Lacquer for Carl Hansen
Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Leather Loke 7150 Walnut Lacquer for Carl Hansen

Hans J. Wegner CH07 Shell Chair Leather Loke 7150 Walnut Lacquer for Carl Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in New York, NY

Wegner’s architectural expertise is exhibited in the CH07 Shell Chair with the design’s floating lightness through its wing-like seat and three arched legs.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Leather

Sigurd Ressell Pair of Falcon Lounge Chairs in Leather, Canvas and Birch 1970s
Sigurd Ressell Pair of Falcon Lounge Chairs in Leather, Canvas and Birch 1970s

Sigurd Ressell Pair of Falcon Lounge Chairs in Leather, Canvas and Birch 1970s

By Vatne Møbler, Sigurd Ressell

Located in Meer, VAN

The Falcon chairs feature a nice ‘floating’ design and show an innovative construction with a canvas hanging in a frame in bent birch.

Category

Late 20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Canvas, Birch

Pair of Johannes Spalt Armchairs Lounge Chairs Wittmann Black Leather Wood 1960s
Pair of Johannes Spalt Armchairs Lounge Chairs Wittmann Black Leather Wood 1960s

Pair of Johannes Spalt Armchairs Lounge Chairs Wittmann Black Leather Wood 1960s

By Wittmann, Johannes Spalt, Florence Knoll

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

The thin legs create the effect of almost free floating pieces. The chairs are in very good condition and ready to use.

Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather, Teak

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Floating Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of floating chairs available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, wood and metal, all floating chairs available were constructed with great care. We have 113 antique and vintage floating chairs in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. Floating chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Floating chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Some floating chairs are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller floating chairs, measuring 17.72 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Floating chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Milo Baughman, Jens Risom and Pierre Jeanneret are consistently popular.

How Much are Floating Chairs?

Prices for floating chairs start at $1 and top out at $63,000 with the average selling for $4,587.

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.