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Danish Antique Chaise Longue / Daybed, Early 20th Century, Renovated
Located in Tarm, 82
Original Danish antique chaise longue / daybed. Renovated in top quality Italian, patinated cognac
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Vintage 1920s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Leather, Ash, Teak

Arne Vodder Mid Century Chaise Lounge in Ash & Leather by Bovirke Denmark, 1950s
By Bovirke, Arne Vodder
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare mid century chaise lounge chair in ash and brown original and patinated leather by Arne
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Leather, Ash

Chaise longue, anonymous for Louis G Thiersen, Denmark, 1928
Located in Stockholm, SE
Chaise longue, anonymous for Louis G Thiersen, Denmark, 1928. Lacquered wood with guilded details
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Upholstery

Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Black Leather & Chrome Base Chaise Lounge Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek, simple modern lounge probably Scandinavian circa 1990's. It features fine black leather
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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Danish Modern Brown Leather Chaise Lounge Chair by Tord Björklund
By Tord Bjorklund
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The "Skye" chaise loungechair designed by Tord Björklund. It features a steel frame with soft brown
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Vintage 1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Steel

Poul Kjaerholm PK24 Kold Christensen Chaise Longues
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
Poul Kjaerholm PK24 Kold Christensen from the 1970s. Black leather cushion with nice patinated wicker. Good vintage condition.  
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Metal

Modernist Bentwood Chaise Lounge by Ingmar & Knut Relling
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Buffalo, NY
This stunning vintage modern chaise lounge features a stylish and sturdy bentwood base. Versatile
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Leather, Canvas, Bentwood

Arne Vodder for Bovirke Chaise Longue in Patinated Leather
By Arne Vodder
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Bovirke, chaise longue, leather, oak, Denmark, 1950s. Chaise longue designed by
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Leather, Oak

Mid century Lounge chair and Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W29 D32 H28 SW20 SD21 SH18 AH22 OTTO: W24 D19 H14 Mid century lounge chair paired with rare
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Vintage 1960s Chaise Longues

Materials

Fabric

Customizable Gubi GMG Chaise Longue Designed by Greta M. Grossman
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Gubi
Located in New York, NY
perfectly angled for lounging whilst preserving all the streamlined qualities of the mid-century design
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2010s Danish Chaise Longues

Materials

Textile

Chaise Lounge Model PK24 Designed by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Stockholm, SE
Chaise longue model PK24 designed by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1965
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

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Stainless Steel

1973, Verner Panton for Rosenthal, 1-2-3 Serie, Rare Chaise Longue, Ochre Fabric
By Rosenthal, Verner Panton
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
legs. The chaise longue has its original upholstery in a dark yellow ochre stretching fabric. The chair
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

'Rio' Rocking Chaise Lounge by Oscar Niemeyer for Fasem International, Signed
By Fasem International, Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 'Rio' sculptural rocking chaise lounge by Oscar Niemeyer for Fasem International was
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2010s Italian Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Leather, Wood

'Chariot' Leather Chaise Lounge by Paul Tuttle for Strassle International c 1972
By Strässle International, Paul Tuttle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Post-Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Space Age Mod, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or penthouse
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Chaise Longues Style Art Deco, Year 1930, Country: France, Wood and Mirror
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Chaise Longues Style :Art deco Year : 1930 Country: France Materials: wood and mirror We have
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chaise Longues

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Contour Chaise by Lawrence Peabody for Selig
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Dallas, TX
This is an original Lawrence Peabody contour chaise designed for Selig. "Ideal for relaxing," we
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Alpaca, Walnut

Stouby Bentwood Lounge Chair with ottoman
Located in Princeton Junction, NJ
Stouby Bentwood Lounge Chair
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Leather, Wood

Stouby Bentwood Lounge Chair with ottoman
Stouby Bentwood Lounge Chair with ottoman
H 37.8 in W 24.02 in D 31.5 in
Pair of BM 2256 lounge chairs by Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in PARIS, FR
Mogensen designed the model 2256 chaise longue in 1956. These lounge chairs have a magnificent
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Cane

Pair of BM 2256 lounge chairs by Borge Mogensen
Pair of BM 2256 lounge chairs by Borge Mogensen
H 28.15 in W 25.99 in D 27.56 in
FD 133 lounge chair by Finn Juhl from 1953
By Finn Juhl
Located in PARIS, FR
The lounge chair nicknamed “Spade Chair”, presents the aesthetic characteristics of Juhl’s design
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Wool, Teak

FD 133 lounge chair by Finn Juhl from 1953
FD 133 lounge chair by Finn Juhl from 1953
H 30.32 in W 29.14 in D 28.35 in
Danish Erik Worts Safari Longuechair 1960s
By Erik Worts
Located in Čelinac, BA
Erik Worts Safari Chair for Niels Eilersen 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Wood

Danish Erik Worts Safari Longuechair 1960s
Danish Erik Worts Safari Longuechair 1960s
H 36.23 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Set of Two Danish Cocktail Longuechair 1960s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Danish Cocktail Longuechair 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Fabric

Set of Two Danish Cocktail Longuechair 1960s
Set of Two Danish Cocktail Longuechair 1960s
H 26.78 in W 28.35 in D 28.35 in
Pair of Safari lounge chairs by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen
By Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen
Located in PARIS, FR
essence of Danish modernist design. In addition to their comfort, they are naturally elegant, the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Teak, Leather

Pair of USA 75 Lounge Chairs by Folke Ohlsson
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of USA 75 model armchairs in walnut by Swedish designer Folke Ohlsson. The design of these armchairs is distinguished by a very taut line of the armrests and the rear legs with ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

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Fabric, Walnut

Pair of USA 75 Lounge Chairs by Folke Ohlsson
Pair of USA 75 Lounge Chairs by Folke Ohlsson
H 28.35 in W 29.14 in D 31.11 in
Poul Kjaerholm for Fritz Hansen "PK24" Wicker and Chrome Lounge Chair
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Kjaerholm for Fritz Hansen "PK24" Wicker and Chrome Lounge Chair. Sloped wicker lounge seat
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Chrome

2 lounge chairs Model AP 62 by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant and sober design by Hans Wegner produced by the Danish manufacturer A.P. Stolen. The
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Leather, Palisander

2 lounge chairs Model AP 62 by Hans J. Wegner
2 lounge chairs Model AP 62 by Hans J. Wegner
H 26.78 in W 29.93 in D 32.29 in
Rosewood lounge chairs by Rob Parry
By Rob Parry
Located in PARIS, FR
them both a modern and warm air; we redid the seats in high quality fabric from the Danish manufacturer
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

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Metal

Rosewood lounge chairs by Rob Parry
Rosewood lounge chairs by Rob Parry
H 25.6 in W 27.56 in D 29.34 in
Sexy Pair of 1960's Chairs from Denmark
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful pair of 1960's chairs from Denmark, the black mark on the fabric is not there anymore
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

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Metal

Sexy Pair of 1960's Chairs from Denmark
Sexy Pair of 1960's Chairs from Denmark
H 31.05 in W 26 in D 25 in
“Capella” launge chair by Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in PARIS, FR
Magnificent “Capella” armchair designed by Danish designer Illum Wikkelsø. With beautiful
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

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Leather, Palisander

“Capella” launge chair by Illum Wikkelsø
“Capella” launge chair by Illum Wikkelsø
H 29.53 in W 25.99 in D 29.53 in
Colonial Chair PJ 149 Ole Wanscher from 1949
By Ole Wanscher
Located in PARIS, FR
, considered one of the greatest names in Danish design. It finds its inspiration in classic English furniture
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Colonial Chair PJ 149 Ole Wanscher from 1949
Colonial Chair PJ 149 Ole Wanscher from 1949
H 32.68 in W 25.2 in D 27.56 in
Set of PK20 Chairs by Poul Kjaerholm
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of high back PK20 lounge chair and a low back PK20 lounge chair in chromed metal and sienna
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Chrome

Safari launge chair by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen, design 1965
By Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen
Located in PARIS, FR
. With its beautiful proportions, this armchair is entirely in the essence of Danish modernist design. In
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pair of Rare Vintage Launge Chairs by William Watting, design 1950's
By William Watting
Located in PARIS, FR
William Watting était un designer de meubles américain, qui, installé au Danemark dans les années 50’s, produit pour sa propre entreprise William Watting Furniture. Ses créations se ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

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Leather, Oak, Teak

Povl B. Eskildsen Outdoor 'Riviera' Sunbed in Teak for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Povl B. Eskildsen outdoor 'Riviera' sunbed in teak for Skagerak Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper and Vibeke Panduro, who took inspiration from their love of Scandinavian des...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

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Wood, Teak

Outdoor 'Pelagus' Sunbed in Teak and Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
unlimited quantities as well as in a lounge chair. Optional honey-yellow cushion (not included) and add-on
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Wood, Teak, Fabric, Polyester

1950's ''2254'' Sladen and ''2248'' Ottoman by Børge Mogensen
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Madrid, ES
for the Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark. This high back model is reclined. The seat cushion can be
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

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Leather, Rattan, Oak

Vintage Grasshopper Chair by Preben Fabricius + Jørgen Kastholm
By Kill International, Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Chicago, IL
. This sculptural lounge features a beautiful patinated leather cushion with channeled details and a
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Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Modern Danish Chaise Lounge in Boucle with Wooden Arm Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful and extremely comfortable Mid Century Modern Danish Lounge Chair. The modern lines and
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Bouclé, Teak, Walnut

Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Chaise y
By Arne Vodder
Located in Tulsa, OK
. * * * Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Chaise Lounger by Erik Jorgenson. Above average vintage
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Aluminum

GMG Chaise Longue
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Gubi
Located in Berkeley, CA
perfectly angled for lounging whilst preserving all the streamlined qualities of a mid-century design. Built
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

GMG Chaise Longue
GMG Chaise Longue
H 32.5 in W 58.25 in D 25 in
Modern Line Chaise Longue, Brass
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Gubi
Located in Berkeley, CA
seat as inspiration, the elongated chaise longue invites for serious lounging with maximized enjoyment
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Modern Line Chaise Longue, Brass
Modern Line Chaise Longue, Brass
H 27.5 in W 54.25 in D 29.5 in
Modern Line Chaise Longue, Black Semi Matt
By Gubi, Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Berkeley, CA
seat as inspiration, the elongated chaise longue invites for serious lounging with maximized enjoyment
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Modern Line Chaise Longue, Black Semi Matt
Modern Line Chaise Longue, Black Semi Matt
H 27.5 in W 54.25 in D 29.5 in
Modern Line Chaise Longue, Black Semi Matt
By Gubi, Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Berkeley, CA
seat as inspiration, the elongated chaise longue invites for serious lounging with maximized enjoyment
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Modern Line Chaise Longue, Black Semi Matt
Modern Line Chaise Longue, Black Semi Matt
H 27.5 in W 54.25 in D 29.5 in
Poul Kjaerholm Chaise Lounge Model PK24 for Fritz Hansen
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in San Diego, CA
Poul Kjaerholm Chaise Lounge, model PK24 for Fritz Hansen, Denmark This vintage PK24 chaise lounge
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

FK-87 Grasshopper Chaise Lounge by Fabricius & Kastholm for Alfred Kill, 1960s
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius, Alfred Kill International
Located in Culver City, CA
the 1960s. This remarkable chaise lounge captures the essence of mid-century modern design and
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Black Lounge Chair by H.W. Klein (Attr.), Denmark, 1960s
By H.W. Klein
Located in Utrecht, NL
Black Chaise lounge with stained beech frame, commonly attributed to H.W. Klein for Bramin
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Post-Modern Channel Tufted Lounge Chairs, Attributed to Vladimir Kagan, 1980s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Deco Chaise' design, would work great in a Post-Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Space Age Mod, Scandanavian
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

20th Century Joe Armchair By Jonathan De Pas, Donato D'urbino And Paolo Lomazzi
By Donato D’Urbino, Gionathan de Pas & Donato D’Urbino & Paolo Lomazzi, Paolo Lomazzi, Poltronova, Jonathan de Pas
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
any Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home but could also look fantastic in a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Other Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Danish Teak Daybed, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The term “daybed” traditionally applied to sofas and chaise lounges used for socializing during the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Danish Teak Daybed, Denmark, 1960s
Mid-Century Danish Teak Daybed, Denmark, 1960s
H 14.38 in W 73.63 in D 30.71 in
RESTORED DANiSH ARNE VODDER FOR SIBAST MODEL 419 HARDWOOD LEATHER OFFICE CHAIR
By Arne Vodder
Located in GB
panels. Another classic is his chaise longue in teak and beech covered in wicker patent leather and
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

'Joe' Lounge Chair by De Pas, D’Urbino, Lomazzi for Poltronova, 1970s, Signed
By Gionathan de Pas & Donato D’Urbino & Paolo Lomazzi, Poltronova
Located in Los Angeles, CA
art to enjoy. This large 'Joe' baseball glove lounge chair would work great in a Mid-Century
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Borge Mogensen Spoke Back Sofa
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
Mogensen designed the spoke back sofa in 1945 as a daybed and chaise lounge hybrid, with a hinged
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Borge Mogensen Spoke Back Sofa
Borge Mogensen Spoke Back Sofa
H 33.86 in W 77.56 in D 30.12 in
Borge Mogensen Spoke Back Sofa, Leather
By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia
Located in Berkeley, CA
Mogensen designed the spoke back sofa in 1945 as a daybed and chaise lounge hybrid, with a hinged
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Oak

Borge Mogensen Spoke Back Sofa, Leather
Borge Mogensen Spoke Back Sofa, Leather
H 33.86 in W 77.56 in D 30.12 in
Rattan Campaign Ficks Reed Far Horizons End Table W/Tile Top by John Wisner
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Topeka, KS
mid-century modern. It will be wonderful in your living room next to a lounge chair or in the family
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Side Tables

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Ceramic, Rattan

Fiberglass Loveseat w Pierre Cardin Fabric by Tue Poulsen for Domus Danica, 1970
By Domus Danica, Tue Poulsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lounge chair, sofa, chaise lounge and tables. The voluptuous shapes were created in Poulsen's ceramic
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Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Loveseats

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

Credenza Sideboard Display Cabinet, ARCA Milano by Guglielmo Urlich, circa 1940
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Vigonza, Padua
this era, and especially his chairs and chaise lounges, resemble simplified and streamlined design
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

1930s Chest of Drawers, Commode, Credenza Art Deco by Guglielmo Urlich for Ar.Ca
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Vigonza, Padua
especially his chairs and chaise lounges, resemble simplified and streamlined design versions of late 19th
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Burl

Art Deco Bar Cabinet in Burl Walnut, Guglielmo Urlich Attributed, circa 1930
By Meroni & Fossati
Located in Vigonza, Padua
this era, and especially his chairs and chaise lounges, resemble simplified and streamlined design
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Mirror, Burl, Walnut

Mah jong sofa from Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois design by Kenzo Takata
By Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in Alsdorf, NW
interior styles, including Post-Modern, Mid-Century Modern, Space Age Mod, Scandinavian Modern, Danish
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Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Silk, Velvet

'Cleopatra' Daybed by A.R. Cordemeijer for Auping Netherlands, c. 1953, Signed
By A.R. Cordemeijer, Auping
Located in Los Angeles, CA
great in a Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or penthouse apartment but
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

six Guglielmo Ulrich chairs with wooden structure and skai coverings Italy 1950s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Milan, IT
Modernism. In the case of these chairs, the fully upholstered bodies show the general mid-century modern
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Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs

Materials

Wood

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Mid Century Danish Chaise Lounge For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic mid century Danish chaise lounge available at 1stDibs. Each mid century Danish chaise lounge for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and fabric. Find 201 options for an antique or vintage mid century Danish chaise lounge now, or shop our selection of 11 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the mid century Danish chaise lounge you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century Danish chaise lounge, designed in the mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern or modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Poul Kjærholm, Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius and Roche Bobois each produced at least one beautiful mid century Danish chaise lounge that is worth considering.

How Much is a Mid Century Danish Chaise Lounge?

Prices for a mid century Danish chaise lounge start at $875 and top out at $145,000 with the average selling for $6,753.

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