Danish Modern Mama Bear Lounge Chair by Gerhard Berg, Teak & Velvet, 1950s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scarce “Mama Bear” lounge chair designed by Gerhard Berg for Westnofa, Norway, 1950s.
Velvet, Teak
Unavailable
H 38.59 in W 34.65 in D 32.68 in
Grey Lounge Chair model Marina by Gerhard Berg for Stokke/Westnofa
Located in PARIS, FR
A wonderful « Marina » lounge chair by Gerhard Berg for Stokke, Norway. The chair was originally bought in the late 60’s and has a Westnofa sticker as those chairs were distributed...
Wood
Gerhard Berg Lounge Chair for Peter Wessel Ltd
By Peter Wessel
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Specs: Teak, Fabric. Condition: This Gerhard Berg lounge chair for Peter Wessel Ltd is in excellent restored condition.
Fabric, Teak
Gerhard Berg Lounge Chair for Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lounge chair by Gerhard Berg for Westnofa, Norway, circa 1960s.
Alpaca, Leather, Teak
Gerhard Berg "Kubus" Lounge Chairs, 1960
By Stokke Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bold and comfortable Danish modern lounge chairs by Gerhard Berg for Stokke, Norway, 1960s, oversized teak frames with original multicolored tartan fabric in green-blue hues.
Wool, Teak
Set of Teak Lounge Chairs by Gerhard Berg, Norway, 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
A rare set of Scandinavian-Modern lounge chairs designed by Gerhard Berg, Norway, circa 1950s.
Bouclé, Teak
Gerhard Berg Lounge And Ottoman, Danish Modern, 1960s
Located in Raleigh, NC
A stunning vintage lounge chair by Gerhard Berg. Beautiful teak paws and base with luxurious new mohair upholstery.
Upholstery, Teak
Scandinavian-Modern Lounge Chair and Footstool by Gerhard Berg, C. 1950
Located in Westport, CT
Designed Gerhard Berg, Denmark, circa 1950-1959. Completely restored.
Wool, Teak
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H 40 in W 30 in D 30 in
Teak Easy Chair by Gerhard Berg for L.K.Hjelle Stol & Mobelfabrikk, Norway
Located in Buffalo, NY
A rare chair, by uncommon maker. Beautiful Mid-Century Scandinavian form designed by Gerhard Berg, made in Sykkylven Norway. Over all, nice original condition, retains original tange...
Fabric, Teak
Gerhard Berg for L.K. Hjelle Stol Mobelfabrikk
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A Rare Teak Upholstered Chair, by uncommon maker. Beautiful Mid-Century Scandinavian Form designed by Gerhard Berg, Made in Sykkylven Norway. Retains Metal Label. Sturdy Frame, No w...
Teak
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H 38 in W 32.5 in D 37 in
Black Leather Wingback Armchair by Gerhard Berg for Stokke Fabrikker, circa 1965
By Stokke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare wingback armchair by Gerhard Berg, circa 1965 is the perfect option for the Mid-Century Modern collector or interior designer trying to find that perfect chair for their cl...
Leather, Wood
Platform Rocking Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Hjelle
Located in New York, NY
Stylish platform rocker, lounge chair, and ottoman, manufactured by Hjelle of Norway, possibly designed by Gerhard berg.
Sold
H 36 in W 32 in D 30 in
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Hjelle Hielle Lounge Chair Made in Norway
Located in New York, NY
Classic Mid Century Scandinavian Modern lounge chair made in Norway by LK. Hjelle, circa 1950/60's.
Upholstery, Teak
1960s Norwegian Teak Lounge Chair Gerhard Berg
Located in Victoria, BC
Introducing a stunning small-scale 1960s Norwegian easy chair, designed by the visionary Gerhard Berg for PI Langlo. This exceptional piece boasts distinctive "boomerang" design elem...
Teak
1960s Norwegian Teak and Leather Lounge Chair Set by Gerhard Berg
Located in Victoria, BC
New to the market is a striking Scandinavian teak lounge chair and ottoman, designed by the renowned Norwegian architect Gerhard Berg.
Teak
Stunning Modern Lounge Chair and Ottoman by LK Hjelle or Gerhard Berg
Located in Houston, TX
Teak arms and legs accent the chair, headrest is removable. Possibly by Gerhard Berg.
Gerhard Berg Lounge Chair for LK Hjelle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gerhard Berg lounge chair for LK Hjelle.
Teak
Gerhard Berg Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Highland, IN
This striking lounge chair and ottoman designed by Gerhard Berg for LK Hjelle in Norway shares qualities with some Hans Wegner designs.
Upholstery, Teak
Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Gerhard Berg
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Lounge chair and ottoman by Gerhard Berg. This piece has been restored in Holly Hunt linen upholstery.
Fabric, Teak
Gerhard Berg Leather and Teak Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Stunning Norwegian lounge chair and matching ottoman designed by Gerhard Berg for LK Hjelle.
Upholstery
Mid Century Lounge Chair by Gerhard Berg for LK Hjelle Norway
Located in New York, NY
Classic Scandinavian Modern Gerhard Berg design for Hjelle upholstered lounge chair.
Upholstery, Teak
Sold
H 38 in W 32.5 in D 37 in
Pair of Black Leather Wingback Chairs and Ottoman by Gerhard Berg, 1965
By Stokke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible set of two (2) wingback armchairs and one (1) ottoman by Gerhard Berg for Stokke Fabrikker has an incredible patina with light leather distressing.
Leather
Gerhard Berg Lounge Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Gerhard Berg for LK Hjelle lounge chair newly upholstered in a rich, vivid blue Epingle (pronounced EP-PIN-GLAY).
Fabric, Teak
1950s Teak Lounge Chair by Gerhard Berg
Located in Hudson, NY
A truly stunning and beautiful 1950s lounge chair designed by Gerhard Berg and made by LK Hjelle, with solid teak legs and inset arms.
Teak
High Back 1950s Teak Lounge Chair by Gerhard Berg
Located in Hudson, NY
A truly stunning and beautiful 1950s high back lounge chair designed by Gerhard Berg and made by LK Hjelle, with solid teak legs and inset arms.
Teak
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H 31.75 in W 28 in D 29 in
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs by Gerhard Berg by Vatne Mobler
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a special set of two vintage scandinavian modern easy chairs in mahogany stained ash wood and teak designed by Gerhard Berg and manufactured by Vatne Mobelkfabrik in Norway i...
Ash
Sold
H 31.75 in W 28 in D 29 in
Vintage Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair by Gerhard Berg for Vatne
By Vatne Møbler
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful scandinavian modern easy chairs in mahogany and teak designed by Gerhard Berg and manufactured by Vatne Mobelkfabrik in Norway in the 1960's. This comfortable ch...
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
$12,509 / item
H 29 in W 98 in D 47 in
Teak Dining Table with Sculptural Root-Inspired Base and 98-Inch Top, Radi Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
The Radi dining table designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis presents a bold expression of contemporary design through a sculptural teak wood base that evokes the aerial roots of tree...
Teak
$1,800
H 15.5 in W 60 in D 18 in
Mid Century Probber Travertine Top Wood Base Coffee Table c 1950/60's
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural Mid Century coffee table having a rectangular travertine style marble top, mounted on an architectural wood base. The table is in good, original condition, showin...
Marble
Original Finn Juhl NV45 Chair by Niels Vodder Denmark
By Finn Juhl
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic original Finn Juhl NV45 chair in teak by Niels Vodder, Denmark, circa 1950s. This fine example retaining its original two tone wool upholstery. One of the most elegant chai...
Teak
Hans Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear Chair in Green Boucle Fabric
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner AP-19 Papa Bear chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one...
Fabric, Wool, Oak
Hans Wegner Papa Bear Chair with Ottoman in Loro Piana Nubuck Leather
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A beautiful, vintage Papa Bear Chair fully restored in the most luxurious nubuck leather from Italian label, Loro Piana. We chose this particular leather for its silky, velvety like ...
Leather
$14,000 / set
H 40.75 in W 30.91 in D 38.19 in
Guillerme et Chambron "Grand Repos" Lounge Chairs, France 1950s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Utrecht, NL
These Guillerme et Chambron ‘Grand Repos’ Lounge Chairs display a beautiful contrast between the light wooden oak frame and the elegant blue fabric of the cushions. With a solid wood...
Fabric, Wood
Papa Bear Armchair & Footrest, Hans Wegner, Denmark, c. 1950
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in New York, NY
The celebrated Papa Bear chair with matching footrest. Dimensions listed are for chair.
Upholstery, Oak, Teak
Hans J. Wegner AP-20 Mini Bear Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of scarce model AP-20 chairs, designed by Hans J. Wegner, manufactured by AP Stolen. Classic form is accented by sculptural teak handles at the armrests. Our pair have been fait...
Teak
Original Finn Juhl NV-53 Lounge Chair
By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl
Located in San Francisco, CA
Original Finn Juhl design NV-53 lounge chair for Niels Vodder, Denmark. Sophisticated and elegant looking chair with sculpted solid teak arms and frame produced by Niels Vodder in 19...
Upholstery, Teak
Early Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair, Model 4346
By Frits Hansen/Soren Hansen, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early and rare lounge chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen Model 4346 for Frits Hansen, Denmark. Signature sculpted solid teak exposed frame making the chair both eye catching and structurally s...
Upholstery, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen 'Elizabeth' Lounge Chair in Original Leather
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ib Kofod-Larsen, lounge chair model U-56 'Elizabeth', oak, red leather, Denmark, designed in 1956 This elegant armchair is designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen in 1956. These are Kofod-Larse...
Leather, Oak
$6,400 / set
H 54 in W 30.5 in D 23 in
Spectacular Pair of Adrian Pearsall High Back Chairs Mid-Century Danish Modern
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Classic Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates model #2056-c high back chairs. The chairs have been newly upholstered in a iced turquoise woven Kravet fabric. They measure 54't x 30.5"...
Upholstery, Walnut
$7,520 / item
H 41.7 in W 33.1 in D 31.5 in
Hans J. Wegner 'CH78' Mama Bear Chair in Walnut for Carl Hansen & Son
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans J. Wegner 'CH78' Mama Bear Chair in Walnut for Carl Hansen & Son The story of Danish Modern begins in 1908 when Carl Hansen opened his first workshop. His firm commitment to be...
Fabric, Walnut
$9,347
H 40.75 in W 28.25 in D 31 in
Hans Wegner for AP Stolen AP-28 Mid Century Danish Oak Mama Bear Lounge Chair
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Hans Wegner for AP Stolen AP-28 Mid Century Danish Oak Mama Bear Lounge Chair This lounge chair measures: 28.25 wide x 31 deep x 40.75 high, with a seat height of 14 and arm height/...
Upholstery, Oak
While this specific seating is known to all for its comfort and familiar form, the history of how your favorite antique or vintage lounge chair came to be is slightly more ambiguous.
Although there are rare armchairs dating back as far as the 17th century, some believe that the origins of the first official “lounge chair” are tied to Hungarian modernist designer-architect Marcel Breuer. Sure, Breuer wasn’t exactly reinventing the wheel when he introduced the Wassily lounge chair in 1925, but his seat was indeed revolutionary for its integration of bent tubular steel.
Officially, a lounge chair is simply defined as a “comfortable armchair,” which allows for the shape and material of the furnishings to be extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.
The Eames lounge chair, on the other hand, has come to define somewhat of a universal perception of what a lounge chair can be. Introduced in 1956, the Eames lounger (and its partner in cozy, the ottoman) quickly became staples in television shows, prestigious office buildings and sumptuous living rooms. Venerable American mid-century modern designers Charles and Ray Eames intended for it to be the peak of luxury, which they knew meant taking furniture to the next level of style and comfort. Their chair inspired many modern interpretations of the lounge — as well as numerous copies.
On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers.