French Reclining Lounge Chair
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Reclining lounge chair with fold-out ottoman, newly upholstered, frame in bleached ash, France, circa 1950's.
Antique 1650s French Lounge Chairs
Ash, Ultrasuede
French Reclining Lounge Chair
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Reclining lounge chair with fold-out ottoman, newly upholstered, frame in bleached ash, France, circa 1950's.
Ash, Ultrasuede
19th Century French Reclining Wing Chair
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th century highly unusual French Louis XVI painted reclining wing chair. The very high back with a carved and shaped top.
Linen, Wood
French 18th Century Reclining Wing Chair
Located in London, GB
18th century highly unusual French Louis XVI painted reclining wing chair. The very high back with a carved and shaped top.
Linen, Wood
1930s French Art Deco Reclining Moleskin Chairs
Located in Torrance, CA
Set of two (x2) rare 1930s French Art Deco Reclining Lounge Chairs! These chairs were hand crafted in France in the 1930s.
Metal, Chrome
$3,950 / item
H 37.41 in W 26.38 in D 29.53 in
Rustic Reclining Chairs in Handcrafted Wicker, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
These sculptural reclining chairs, dating to the 1950s, feature a hand-bound wicker construction with gently curved seats and high backs formed from tightly arranged willow rods. Eac...
Wicker
$11,000 / set
H 48.5 in W 25.75 in D 25 in
Antique French Reclining Armchair With Iron Adjusting Hardware
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Antique French reclining armchair pair upholstered in thick heavy woven linen-like fabric in taupe with black stripes.
Iron
$1,722Sale Price|40% Off
H 38.5 in W 65 in D 28.25 in
French Art Deco Rattan Lounge Chair / Recliner / Chaise Longue, 1920
Located in New York, NY
Authentic French Art Deco Chaise Lounge in Bamboo and Rattan circa 1920 with rattan woven in a cubist form and presenting a chic, slender profile. A charming atmospheric piece that a...
Bamboo, Rattan
Arne Vodder Sculpted Teak Reclining Lounge Chair for France & Son
By Arne Vodder
Located in Winnipeg, MB
Stunning model FD164 teak recliner designed by Arne Vodder in 1962 for France & Son, Denmark. This piece features beautifully sculpted armrests, an open contoured backrest, and three...
Teak
1930s relax, folding, reclining deckchair
Located in Brecht, BE
a very comfortable reclining deckchair ... original fabric, in very good vintage condition ... can be folded and I can have it professionaly packed for you...
Fruitwood
Mid-19th Century Gothic Revival English Walnut Reclining Arm Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
This model, constructed in neighboring England during the same era, may even resemble the French monarch’s reclinable chair. Intended for an English drawing room or parlor, this beau...
Upholstery, Walnut
$5,340
H 41.5 in W 33 in D 29 in
French LXVI Period Reclining Walnut & Upholstered Bergere a Oreilles, ca. 1775
Located in Atlanta, GA
having a rounded back with flared sides, the entire backrest hinged in iron with adjustable positions using a side handles and notches, the upper rear of the backrest retaining iron ...
Walnut
Pair of French 1950's Reclining Lounge Garden Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
These wonderful French regency wrought iron chairs in white recline with a chain adjustment to rear.
Wrought Iron
Adjustable Reclining Napoleon III Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique find! Very comfortable reclining chaise lounge. Great vintage detailing in the mechanism to recline the seat. The arm swings out for easy access. Completely restored, newly up...
Linen, Oak
$6,513
H 52 in W 28.5 in D 38.5 in
Mid 19th century French empire mahogany and leather reclining chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine quality mid 19th century French mahogany and leather reclining chair circa 1860.
Leather, Mahogany
$5,800
H 43.5 in W 27 in D 33 in
French 17th Century Walnut and Leather Covered Reclining or Ratchet Chair
Located in Troy, NY
Reclining or "Ratchet" Chair of Louis XIV period and very comfortable proportions, the turned front legs and stretcher, connected to the square back legs by flat H-stretchers, seat, ...
Leather, Walnut
$3,455Sale Price|30% Off
H 40.6 in W 30.9 in D 35.4 in
19th Century French Reclining Armchair in Italian Leather, 1880
Located in Southampton, GB
Beautiful, wide scale French 19th century reclining chair. Upholstered traditionally in Italian Leather.
Leather
$1,503
H 40.16 in W 19.69 in D 14.18 in
A Rustic French Farmhouse Armchair Folk Art France Late 19th Century
Located in HYÈRES, FR
Softwood & Straw. From the french mountains. Reclining chairs, most likely carved by hand, featuring a clever joinery system.
Rush, Wood
French Reclining Chair
Located in Birmingham, AL
Comfortable and inviting reclining chair. Reclines to feel similar to a hammock.
Fruitwood
Military reclining chair
Located in Ramatuelle, PACA
Rare foldable reclining chairs used by officers in the French army.
Iron
Unavailable
H 39.37 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Reclining Arne Vodder Easy Chair and Footstool model FD 164
By France & Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in Maastricht, NL
Arne Vodder Easy Chair and Footstool model FD 164. The chair reclines in 3 positions which provides optimal seating comfort.
Leather, Teak
French 1950s Super Lounge Reclining Comfy Pair of Chair
Located in Paris, ile de france
French 1950s super lounge reclining comfy pair of chair.
Wood
Unavailable
H 38.19 in W 31.11 in D 35.04 in
Danish Reclining Lounge Chairs, Teak and Leather by Arne Vodder, 1960
By Arne Vodder, France & Søn
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Danish Reclining Lounge Chairs, Teak and Leather by Arne Vodder, 1960. Three-position reclining feature built into the Teak Wood frame. Black Leather cushions. Excellent Conditio...
Leather, Teak
Unavailable
H 16.54 in W 12.21 in D 14.57 in
Moa Swivelling Recliner Chair with Ottoman in Vidar Mastic by Keiji Takeuchi
By Keiji Takeuchi
Located in New York, NY
Armchair Dimensions: H 42" x W 31" x D 37" / Seat Height 17" Ottoman Dimensions: W 2" x D 24" / Seat Height 18" In the Japanese home, one grows up in a peaceful atmosphere, as much ...
Chrome
Unavailable
H 33.5 in W 33 in D 25.5 in
Pair of Modernist Reclining Lounge Chairs by Etienne-Henri Martin, circa 1937
By Etienne-Henri Martin
Located in New York, NY
The backs of the chairs recline and are adjustable and can be positioned in multiple positions for optimum comfort.
Upholstery, Oak
Early Century, French Reclining Walnut Voltaire Chair
Located in Madrid, ES
Walnut Voltaire armchair with new upholstery in gray-blue tones. The backrest can be tilted back with a lever system under the armrests. Ulphostery renewed.
Upholstery, Walnut, Wood
Pair of Reclining Chairs
By Paolo Buffa
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century pair of chairs, reclining back. Oak frame.
Unavailable
H 38 in W 28 in D 32 in
Rare Antique French Napoleon III Period Wrought Iron and Brass Chair, circa 1865
Located in Houston, TX
Antique French Napoleon III upholstered reclining chair, with numerous settings and adjustments, circa 1865.
Pair of French Reclining Chairs
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair of French reclining chairs in a beautiful dark mahogany finish.
Wood
French Oak Reclining Chairs
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair of French oak chairs in the style of Guillerme and Chambron.
Oak
1940s French Oak Reclining Wingback Chairs
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chair floats in oak frame with dowels on the sides which can control seat to recline.
Oak
French Art Deco Reclining Lounge Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
French Art Deco Reclining Lounge Chair, circa 1930's.
Chrome
Sold
H 38.59 in W 30.32 in D 33.47 in
Danish Midcentury Teak Easy Lounge Chair Recliner FD164 Arne Vodder France & Søn
By Arne Vodder, France & Søn
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This rare 1960s teak reclining lounge chair, model FD-164, was designed by Arne Vodder for France & Søn, Denmark.
Wool, Teak
Arne Vodder Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Arne Vodder, France & Søn
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Arne Vodder reclining teak lounge chair and ottoman for France & Son.
Teak
18thC French Regence Reclining Wing Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
Unusual and rare reclining wing chair.
Walnut
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Reclining Chair
Located in New Orleans, LA
An exceptional 18th century French Louis XV reclining chair, featuring a hand-carved walnut frame with graceful cabriole legs and a rare iron reclining mechanism.
Iron
Napoleon Campaign Reclining Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Napoleon Campaign reclining lounge chair, perfect working condition.
Iron
French Art Deco reclining Lounge chair, 1930s
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Art Deco reclining Lounge chair, France 1930s. Interesting powerful and masculine design made from solid French Oak.
Mohair, Oak
Reclining Wingback Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
This unusual high back winged armchair has notched metal sidebars that allow it to recline to varying degrees. Wheels are also mounted to each foot, making it mobile and easy to move.
Oak, Upholstery
Pair of Vintage French Reclining Patio Chairs
Located in Pasadena, CA
Sit down or recline in these fabulous vintage French reclining patio chairs.
Linen, Wood
Adjustable Reclining Upholstered Wing Chair, France, 18th Century
Located in New York, NY
18th century French adjustable ratchet recline wing chair. Recently reupholstered in vintage homespun Belgian linen.
Danish Modern Reclining Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Arne Vodder
By France & Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning danish reclining lounge chair and ottoman, model FD-164, designed by Arne Vodder for France and Son.
Faux Leather, Teak
Reclining Wooden Lounge Chair
Located in New York City, NY
Reclining Wooden Lounge Chair with Spindle Back, Newly upholstered in Natural + Pale Blue Woven Linen with Button Tufting on back.
Wood, Linen
French Deco Reclining Club Chair, circa 1915, Newly Upholstered
Located in Houston, TX
Newly upholstered in an off-white linen blend with double welt trim, this stunning French deco reclining club chair is both a chair and lounger.
Iron
Reclining Wing Chairs in Crewel Velvet, France circa 1880
Located in Culver City, CA
Reclining Wing Chairs in Crewel Velvet France circa 1880 Newly upholstered in velvet crewel by Marvic, on antique reclining frame.
Velvet, Wood
Reclining Lounge Chair FD 16 and Ottoman by Arne Vodder
By France & Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful piece of Danish modern design and craftsmanship. The backrest can be set to three different positions, thus enabling various seating experiences or uses. Original spring ...
Teak, Wool
Mid 19th century French mahogany and leather reclining chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine quality mid 19th century french mahogany and leather reclining chair circa 1860.
Leather, Mahogany
Sold
H 37.25 in W 31 in D 29 in
Arne Vodder FD-164, Teak Recliner, Adjustable 3-Positions, France & Son Denmark
By France & Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Arne Vodder FD-164, teak recliner, adjustable three positions, France & Son Denmark, new replaced proper springs, and new leather cushions.
Leather, Teak
vintage armchair recliner Everstyl France
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage armchair recliner Everstyl France Multifunctional lounge chair from Everstyl.
Chrome
Sold
H 38.98 in W 30.71 in D 31.5 in
Reclining Lounge Chair FD 164 with Ottoman by Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, France & Søn
Located in Berlin, DE
This lounge chair with pouf are good examples of the great craftsmanship of Arne Vodder. A modest design with refined details, such as the beautiful carved armrests. The solid teak f...
Leather, Wood
18th C. Antique French Louis XIII "Reclining" Chair w/Aubusson
Located in Highwood, IL
Original early 18th century French recliner still retaining its fine 17th century aubusson upholstery, you're thinking no way, there must be a typo.
Walnut
French Vintage Reclining Armchair & Ottoman
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fantastic mid-20th century modern “L’Extensif” adjustable, reclining armchair with matching footstool. Through a series of carefully-placed spring coils, the chair easily glides in...
Metal
Audoux Minet Reclining Lounge Chairs & Ottoman
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fantastic pair of Audoux Minet reclining lounge chairs with newly upholstered seat cushions and ottoman. Original bamboo bar slides out of brass hardware loop along the back that c...
Bamboo
Sold
H 52 in W 28.5 in D 38.5 in
Fine Quality Mid-19th Century French Mahogany and Leather Reclining Chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine quality mid-19th century French mahogany and leather reclining chair circa 1860.
Mahogany
Sold
H 27.56 in W 24.02 in D 27.56 in
Pair of French Art Deco Reclining Sling Leather Lounge Chairs, 1940s
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Art Deco reclining sling back leather lounge chairs. During production, the wooden parts are submitted through a specialized process whereby the wood is dipped into acid in o...
Leather, Oak
Sold
H 52 in W 28.5 in D 38.5 in
Fine Quality Mid-19th Century French Mahogany and Leather Reclining Chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine quality mid-19th century French mahogany and leather reclining chair, circa 1860.
Mahogany
1960s French recliner in style of Jean Rene
By Jean René Bazaine
Located in London, Lambeth
Rare and unusaul armchair with simple design re upholstered in green velvet. In the style Jean Rene Cc 1960s French
Beech
Arne Vodder FD-164 Teak and Leather Recliner
By Arne Vodder, France & Søn
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
This striking chair design is by Arne Vodder for France and Son in the 1960s.
Leather, Teak
Alpine Cow Hide and Wood Framed Reclining Chair
Located in Palm Beach, FL
An Alpine Wood Framed and Cow Hide Reclining Folding Chair.
Another similar example is available through Branca to complete a near pair.
Pair of 1950's French Oak Armchairs, Reclinable
Located in Chicago, IL
The chairs are adjustable—the seats cleverly slide forward, allowing the backs to recline.
Upholstery, Oak
French Walnut and Upholstered 19th Century Reclining Bergere
Located in Atlanta, GA
The straight back with shaped wings and hinged to recline, attached to the lower chair with adjustable steel supports, having a down filled seat and raised on slightly tapering legs ...
French Art Deco Reclining Chaise with Wood Frame
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage French art deco chaise lounge chair with an adjustable reclining back cushion and attached footstool.
Bronze
Mid-Century French White Faux Leather and Chrome Recliner by LAMA
By Lama
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage white Faux leather and chrome reclining armchair by the French company LAMA. Retains its original label Good vintage condition with some scratches to the chrome. Full...
Chrome
Sold
H 44 in W 28 in D 27 in
French Art Deco Recliner Wing Chair by Baker Furniture, Walnut with Brass Detail
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Original black leatherette is distressed but chic, brass nail heads; the chair back reclines easily.
Brass
French Neoclassical Style Red Leather and Brass Reclining Bergere
Located in Atlanta, GA
The reclining rectangular back connected to the arms by brass and steel ratchets, with loose cushion, trimmed in nailheads, raised on flared tapering legs.
Pair of Recliners
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of recliners with wood legs by Marco Zanuso with new upholstrey.
Wood, Fabric
French Louis XIII Turned Walnut Leather Upholstered Reclining Armchair
Located in Atlanta, GA
The shaped backrest flanked by attached wings, the straight arms raised by spiral turned supports and attached to the backrest by iron guides allowing for varying stages of recline, ...
Walnut
Sold
H 37 in W 41 in D 37 in
Restoration Hardware 1920s French Parisian Distressed Leather Club Recliner RH
By Restoration Hardware
Located in Dayton, OH
"Inspired by an original from 1920s Paris, this is the perfectly proportioned French club chair. The sculpted back and deep seat, flanked by padded rolled arms, invites relaxed pursu...
Leather, Oak
Sold
H 43 in W 25 in D 26 in
French Victorian Period Fruitwood Faux Bamboo Reclining Armchair, circa 1875
Located in Atlanta, GA
This metamorphic chair is operated by a brass lever at its side and converts from an upright seated position to a full reclined position with the front section following upward, cons...
Cherry
Pair of Art Deco Reclining Leather and Walnut Lounge Chairs, Ca. 1930s
Located in Peabody, MA
A pair of 1930s Art Deco reclining lounge chairs in leather with walnut trim.
Leather, Walnut
Monumental Leather Wingback Recliner
Located in Culver City, CA
Unusual chair with original iron support hardware for seat back adjustment
Iron
Armchair with Reclining System, Jean Prouvé, 1950s
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Originally designed for the religious community of Lorraine Black painted metal, wood. Provenance: Africa Size : W63.5 D85 H103 SH46.5cm.
Metal
Pair of French Art Deco Club Chairs
By Dominique
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful and comfortable, These French Art Deco club chairs recline slightly. The palisander exotic wood has a glossy French polish and the upholstery is a warm beige velvet.
Velvet, Palisander
Sold
H 38 in W 31 in D 31 in
Midcentury Arne Vodder for France & Sons Recliner with Original Fabric # FD-164
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Midcentury Arne Vodder for France & Sons recliner with original fabric # FD-164 Dimensions: 31" W x 31" D x 38" H.
Wood
Austrian Empire Mahogany Bergere Recliner, Early 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
The Austrian bergere recliner in mahogany and linen upholstery with double scroll detail and splayed legs.
Linen, Upholstery, Mahogany
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Large (29") Smooth Undulating White Plaster Shell Pendant Light
Located in San Francisco, CA
A plaster pendant in a smooth, undulating shell shape, with scalloped edges. A newer take on Francis Elkins's 1940s plaster plafonnier. Hanging by four white chains; with 3 medium ba...
Metal
Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...
Brass
Pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces, Art Deco Style, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Murano glass wall sconces, in stock Fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finials and brass accents Art Deco inspired design. Gives off warm beams of lig...
Brass
LUdish FWB Flush Mount
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Part of our Lumfardo Luminaires Contemporary Collection, the LUdish FWB Flush Mount is an elegant flat white hand painted aluminum and brass modern bowl flush mount light fixture. Ma...
Aluminum, Brass
$2,499 / item
H 57.48 in W 27.55 in D 0.98 in
Gio Ponti 'F.A. 33' Full Length Mirror in Brass for GUBI
By Gubi, Gio Ponti
Located in Glendale, CA
Gio Ponti 'F.A. 33' Full Length Mirror in Brass for GUBI The 'F.A. 33' mirror was originally designed by Gio Ponti in 1933 for Fontana Arte, the period’s most prominent lamp, glass...
Brass
$592 / item
H 23.5 in W 23.5 in D 2 in
Set of 2 Brutalist Whitewashed Reclaimed Wood Collage Tiles by Peter Glassford
By Peter Glassford
Located in San Antonio, TX
A sculptural White wash collage tiles part of the Brutal Nature collection by Peter Glassford, handcrafted from reclaimed wood fragments and assembled into a richly textured, one-of-...
Wood
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
$1,736 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 43.31 in
Contemporary Art Deco Mint green and Red powder coated Carousel 5 arms pendant
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Carousel suspension lamp has a delicate balance of form and function that produces a quiet, modern light ambiance for all to savour, with its Contemporary Art Deco lines. The struct...
Metal
$804Sale Price / item|47% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and honey coloured lambskin. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. M...
Oak
$1,800 / item
H 26 in W 18 in D 18 in
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak This Modern Cicely Counter Stool with Sheepskin Seat is beautifully constructed from solid white oak in Ohio, ...
Sheepskin, Wood, Oak
Basurto 01 Contemporary Wooden and Fabric Stool
By Difane, Colección Estudio
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
A tribute to the architectural style that characterized Mexico City during the mid-20th century. Inspired by its lines, symmetry, volumes and shapes, each piece is a miniature abstra...
Hardwood
$1,400
H 30.5 in W 24.75 in D 32 in
Art Deco Machine Age Lounge Chair designed by Gilbert Rohde for Troy Sunshade
By Troy Sunshade Company, Gilbert Rohde
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Art Deco, Machine Age lounge chair designed by Gilbert Rohde for the Troy Sunshade Company circa 1930's. The chair features a sexy tubular chrome frame with large upholstered ...
Chrome
$8,640 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Poplar burl wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccabl...
Burl, Poplar
$7,678 / set
H 22.84 in W 16.54 in D 11.82 in
Pair of Handcrafted Solid English Oak Night Stands by SUM Furniture
By SUM Furniture
Located in London, GB
The Model OWM1 - refined handcrafted nightstands (or end tables) with integrated storage drawers, meticulously constructed from the very finest solid English quarter-sawn oak. Archit...
Oak
$3,600 / set
H 32 in W 27 in D 34 in
Pair of Art Deco Tubular Chrome Lounge Chairs, K E M Weber, Lloyd
By Kem Weber
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair of Art Deco tubular chrome lounge chairs designed by K E M Weber for Lloyd Manufacturing Co., Classic streamline design. Extremely comfortable, retains original Lloyd labels as ...
Chrome
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