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Penca Lounge Chair
By Torres + Hanhausen
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
triangular legs of the lounge chair, the most emblematic piece of the collection. Made of powdercoated
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Penca Lounge Chair
Penca Lounge Chair
H 30.32 in W 21.66 in D 25.2 in
Rada Lounge Chair by Stefano Esposito
By Altek Italia Design
Located in Milan, IT
This lounge chair is made from a galvanized-steel tubular structure that has been painted black
Category

2010s Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Rada Lounge Chair by Stefano Esposito
Rada Lounge Chair by Stefano Esposito
H 33.86 in W 31.11 in D 30.12 in
Re-Purposed Industrial Ship Hatch Captain's Lounge Chair
Located in Lafayette, IN
-imagined in our workshop as a truly unique lounge chair. Hatch was cleaned, polished, and reconfigured into
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Osprey Lounge Chair with Maple Frame and Leather Upholstery
By Phloem Studio
Located in Stevenson, WA
The Osprey Lounge Chair has an exposed hardwood frame that cradles an upholstered shell, with
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Osprey Lounge Chair with Walnut Frame and Leather Upholstery
By Phloem Studio
Located in Stevenson, WA
The Osprey Lounge Chair has an exposed hardwood frame that cradles an upholstered shell, with
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Suite Caned Loveseat and Pair of Lounge Side Chairs
Located in Nantucket, MA
A suite of three pieces--loveseat and pair of side lounge chairs. Carved teak, satinwood and
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Indoor/Outdoor Modern Steel and Fiberglass Lounge Chair, Baby Bull, In Stock
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
Studio Armin’s Baby Bull is a nautically inspired chair that was built to withstand the outdoors
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

New York Soleil Lounge Armchair in Hemp Rope Frame & White Legs by Sergio Bicego
By Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the unique original design. Woven nautical cords of different colors softly cover the painted metal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rope

Modern Outdoor Sun Lounge in Metal with Nautical Rope Pattern
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
This modern Chaise Lounge or sun lounge is made for outdoor use. It's part of the Flap 2.0 Outdoor
Category

2010s Brazilian Minimalist Chaise Longues

Materials

Metal

21st Century White Carrara Marble and Wood SPHERIC-O Sofa, Yacht Collection
Located in Carrara, IT
designed by Luca Dini Design & Architecture and created to be placed outdoor for the nautical world, but
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Marble

New York Soleil Chair with Black Rope Frame & White Legs by Sergio Bicego
By Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the unique original design. Woven nautical cords of different colors softly cover the painted metal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Rope

Penca Dining Chair
By Torres + Hanhausen
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
triangular legs of the lounge chair, the most emblematic piece of the collection. Made of powdercoated
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Penca Dining Chair
Penca Dining Chair
H 29.93 in W 16.15 in D 17.72 in
Pair of Nautical Theme Step End Tables
Located in New York, NY
, lounge chairs, end and coffee tables. Please view the whole set if you are interested in more pieces.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Minimalist Modern Outdoor Armchair, Metal with Nautical Rope Pattern
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
This outdoor armchair or lounge chair is part of the Flap 2.0 Outdoor collection, design is based
Category

2010s Brazilian Minimalist Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal

ELO Armchair Lounge chair In/Outdoor in Metal, Rope and Wood arm by Filipe Ramos
By Filipe Ramos
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
Wilkinson Architects. ELO chair is designed to provide a different experience for the user's backrest
Category

2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Lounge Style Minimalist Armchair, Indoor or Outdoor, Hardwood, Metal and Rope
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
unique nautical hope that combines two types of sections to create a unique detail that is tangled
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

"Ceci" Minimalist Outdoor Armchair Chair by Samuel Lamas
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
masterpiece of minimalist design by Samuel Lamas. Crafted from high-quality stainless steel and nautical rope
Category

2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Minimalist Outdoor Chair in Stainless Steel "Yuu" by Samuel Lamas
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
and outdoor settings. This contemporary lounge chair combines the delicacy of manual craftsmanship
Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

New York Soleil Armrest Chair in Black Rope Frame & White Legs by Sergio Bicego
By Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the unique original design. Woven nautical cords of different colors softly cover the painted metal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Rope

Penca Center Table
By Torres + Hanhausen
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
triangular legs of the lounge chair, the most emblematic piece of the collection. Made of powdercoated
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Center Tables

Materials

Steel

Penca Center Table
Penca Center Table
H 15.75 in W 39.38 in D 64.97 in
Penca Square Table
By Torres + Hanhausen
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
triangular legs of the lounge chair, the most emblematic piece of the collection. Made of powdercoated
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Tables

Materials

Steel

Penca Square Table
Penca Square Table
H 29.14 in W 35.83 in D 35.83 in
Penca Ottoman
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
triangular legs of the lounge chair, the most emblematic piece of the collection. Made of powdercoated
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Penca Ottoman
Penca Ottoman
H 16.93 in W 25.2 in D 17.33 in
Penca Bar Stool
By Torres + Hanhausen
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
triangular legs of the lounge chair, the most emblematic piece of the collection. Made of powdercoated
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Penca Bar Stool
Penca Bar Stool
H 35.83 in W 17.72 in D 14.97 in
Penca Room Divider Low
By Torres + Hanhausen
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
triangular legs of the lounge chair, the most emblematic piece of the collection. Made of powdercoated
Category

Early 2000s Mexican Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Penca Room Divider Low
Penca Room Divider Low
H 47.25 in W 53.15 in D 11.82 in
Penca Room Divider
By Torres + Hanhausen
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
triangular legs of the lounge chair, the most emblematic piece of the collection. Made of powdercoated
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Steel

Penca Room Divider
Penca Room Divider
H 70.87 in W 41.34 in D 11.82 in
Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet, rattan and bamboo sideboard, France circa 1960s
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in leucate, FR
created everything from lighting to lounge chairs and side tables, which reflect a nautical theme and
Category

Vintage 1960s French French Provincial Sideboards

Materials

Wrought Iron

New York Soleil Armchair with Orange Rope Frame & Black Legs by Sergio Bicego
By Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the unique original design. Woven nautical cords of different colors softly cover the painted metal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rope

New York Soleil Sofa with Hemp Rope Frame & White Legs by Sergio Bicego
By Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the unique original design. Woven nautical cords of different colors softly cover the painted metal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Rope

New York Soleil High Stool with Grey Rope Frame & Black Legs by Sergio Bicego
By Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the unique original design. Woven nautical cords of different colors softly cover the painted metal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Rope

New York Soleil Low Stool with Grey Rope Frame & Black Legs by Sergio Bicego
By Sergio Bicego
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the unique original design. Woven nautical cords of different colors softly cover the painted metal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Rope

New York Soleil Armchair with Black Rope Frame & White Legs by Sergio Bicego
By Sergio Bicego, Saba Italia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the unique original design. Woven nautical cords of different colors softly cover the painted metal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Rope

Chelsea House Jamie Merida Collection Iron Antique Gold Leaf Harlequin End Table
By Chelsea House
Located in Topeka, KS
, books, or a lamp. Put it beside a lounge chair in your sitting area for a lovely place to set your cup
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern End Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron, Gold Leaf

Rare deckchair / lounge chair AP71 by Hans Wegner for AP Stolen, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, A.P. Stolen
Located in Deventer, NL
The lounge armchair with light oak adjustable frame and pillow (3 positions) is based on nautical
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Papercord, Oak

Grand Ribaud lounge chair, powder coated steal and fishing net by 13 Desserts
By Thomas Defour
Located in HYÈRES, FR
Grand Ribaud lounge chair, powder coated steal and fishing net by 13 Desserts. Designed by Thomas
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French International Style Chaise Longues

Materials

Steel

Side Table Gueridon in Nautical Style Coffee Table End Table Sofa Table
Located in Perchtoldsdorf, AT
appeal, occasional table for bar or library, also appropriate beside lounge chair and sofa.
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Brass

Blue and White Sea Life Nautical Club Chair
By Thomas Paul
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fabulous blue and white sea life nautical upholstered club chair by Thomas Paul. Features an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-20th Century 'Rodeio' Chair and Ottoman by Jean Gillon
By Jean Gillon
Located in Ava, MO
This is the kind of piece you can build a room around. Named the ‘Rodeio’ Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Category

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

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Pair of Art Deco Tropitone Aluminum and Rope Lounge Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Vintage pair of Hollywood Regency chrome look chaise lounges by Tropitione. Art Deco style, custom
Category

20th Century American Art Deco Chaise Longues

Materials

Aluminum

Rocking Lounge Buoy
By PSLab
Located in Den Haag, NL
Fun, eye-catching lounge chair / marina buoy mashup. Built using the actual production methods and
Category

Early 2000s Dutch Modern Chairs

Materials

Rubber

Rocking Lounge Buoy
Rocking Lounge Buoy
H 32.68 in W 24.81 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Vintage Modern Rattan Swivel Mamasan Bucket Lounge Chairs, 1970
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome and fun pair of modern rattan swivel, Mamasan, bucket shaped lounge chairs with a white
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Le Mah Jong Modular Sofa Hans Hopfer Roche Bobois Jean Paul Gaultier
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Roche Bobois, Hans Hopfer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
cm), and lounge chair units (159 x 95 x H.19 cm). Padded elements, stitched by hand.   
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Silk, Velvet

Nautical Theme Lounge Chair
Located in New York, NY
Wood frame with loose vinyl cushions, nautical theme lounge chair. This chair has an anchor
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Nautical Theme Lounge Chair
Nautical Theme Lounge Chair
H 33 in W 30.5 in D 27 in
Pair of Vintage Fredrik A. Kayser Teak and Wool Lounge Chairs, Norway, 1950s
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Vatne Møbler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare pair of sculpted teak lounge chairs by Norwegian-born furniture designer Fredrik A. Kayser
Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Wool

Pair of Nautical Ship's Teak Deck Chairs with Footrest
Located in Nantucket, MA
Pair of ship's teak deck chairs with adjustable back, adjustable and removable foot rest with
Category

20th Century Chaise Longues

Materials

Brass

Nautical Theme Platform Rocker
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century nautical theme platform rocking chair. The chair has loose vinyl cushions, the back
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Nautical Theme Platform Rocker
Nautical Theme Platform Rocker
H 33 in W 30 in D 26 in
Nautical Theme Coffee Cocktail Table
Located in New York, NY
complete set we have listed, to include a sofa, end tables, and lounge chairs. Please view the whole set if
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Nautical Theme Coffee Cocktail Table
Nautical Theme Coffee Cocktail Table
H 16 in W 40 in D 21.5 in
Funky Nautical Theme Sofa Bed
Located in New York, NY
also offering the lounge chairs and matching table from this fun set.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Funky Nautical Theme Sofa Bed
Funky Nautical Theme Sofa Bed
H 30 in W 82 in D 30 in
"Jangarda" Chair designed by Jean Gillon for Probel, 1973
By Jean Gillon, Probel
Located in London, GB
literally a fishing boat and thus the nautical feel of this chair. Illustrated in `Cadeiras Brasileiras
Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Lounge Chairs

Catalina High Back Lounge Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950's Handcrafted, Yacht inspired, High Back Lounge Chairs. A unique design combining nautical
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Catalina High Back Lounge Chairs
Catalina High Back Lounge Chairs
H 48 in W 25.75 in D 28 in
19th c. Victorian Captain's Lounge Chair
By Anthony Baratta
Located in New York City, NY
nautical fabric with a polished nickel nailhead trim.
Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Bergere Chairs

Robert Lewis Patio Chairs & Ottoman
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare set of patio lounge chairs and a ottoman by Robert Lewis of Santa Barbara, he is the one who
Category

20th Century American Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal

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Nautical Lounge Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the nautical lounge chair you’re looking for. A nautical lounge chair — often made from natural fiber, metal and rope — can elevate any home. There are 18 variations of the antique or vintage nautical lounge chair you’re looking for, while we also have 32 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the nautical lounge chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A nautical lounge chair made by modern designers — as well as those associated with mid-century modern — is very popular. Sergio Bicego, Torres + Hanhausen and Filipe Ramos each produced at least one beautiful nautical lounge chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Nautical Lounge Chair?

Prices for a nautical lounge chair start at $475 and top out at $75,461 with the average selling for $2,276.

Finding the Right seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Nautical Lounge Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024
    A lounge chair is a type of recliner that is often accompanied by an ottoman as a footrest. It’s merely a comfortable armchair, and the shapes of lounge chairs as well as the materials used to make this kind of seat are extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.

    Similar to recliners, there are many styles of lounge chairs. On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A chaise longue chair — or “chaise lounge,” as it is sometimes called in America — is a reclining upholstered sofa that is long enough to support one's legs. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chaise lounge chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    How long a lounge chair is varies. However, they are generally longer than other types of chairs to accommodate a user's feet in an outstretched position. Most lounge chairs are between 73 and 80 inches long. Shop a diverse assortment of lounge chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a variety of names that a lounge chair can be called, like chaise, daybed and settee to name a few. Lounge chairs add a classic touch to any décor. You can shop a collection of lounge chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Not allowing for deviation, a lounge chair is defined as an armless recliner that is paired with an ottoman and designed for relaxing. It is not a reclining chair and it is not an armchair. This is an interesting category where it’s more about the purpose of the chair than the actual design when you get down to it. Shop a collection of lounge chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Whether lounge chairs are comfortable or not is a matter of personal opinion. However, providing a comfortable place to sit is the main function of a lounge chair. After all, the addition of the footrest makes it possible to kick up your feet and relax. Many makers design lounge chairs with comfort in mind, adding features like cushioning and/or ergonomic backrests and seats. Explore a wide variety of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A sling lounge chair is a chair formed of metal or wooden frame to which a piece of flexible material is loosely fitted. It is used to relax while the sitter remains engaged in an activity such as reading a book or having a conversation. Find a variety of vintage and antique sling lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    An indoor lounge chair is sometimes called a chaise longue. However, some people refer to chairs that allow you to elevate your feet while you sit as "lounge chairs," regardless of whether they are indoors or outdoors. Chaise longues differ from recliners, which have moving footrests that can be raised and lowered. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage lounge chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A fancy lounge chair is sometimes called a chaise lounge. This type of chair has an elongated shape that supports the sitters legs as well as their upper bodies. The name is French and translates to "long chair." On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chaise lounges from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    What a Victorian lounge chair is called depends on its style. A piece that is long and narrow and has a raised headrest on one end and a lower backrest on the other is a fainting couch. Upholstered chairs that have long, extended seats meant for reclining are chaise longues. Find a collection of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Bedroom lounge chairs are sometimes called chaise longues. The name is French for “long chair” and generally refers to a chair with the length of a sofa and the shape of a chair. It's also acceptable to refer to them simply as lounge chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lounge chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the Eames lounge chair is ergonomic. The Eames lounge chair and ottoman are created with molded plywood and leather designed to curve to the human form. The Eames lounge chair is a highly coveted furniture item by both home décor enthusiasts and vintage collectors alike. Shop a selection of Eames lounge chairs on reputable sites, such as 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Although opinions may vary, the most famous lounge chair in the world is arguably the Eames lounge chair. Charles and Ray Eames designed the chair and unveiled it in 1956. The couple famously called their lounge chair and ottoman "a special refuge from the strains of modern living” and described their design as having the "warm receptive look of a well-used first baseman’s mitt." Its design includes a bentwood frame and an upholstered shape topped off with supple leather. Find vintage Eames lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Opinions vary about what the most comfortable lounge chair in the world is. Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to seating. Generally, lounge chairs that feature cushioning and have ergonomic designs that fit the curves of the human body are comfortable options. One iconic example is the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, which its creators, Charles and Ray Eames, designed to serve as "a special refuge from the strains of modern living." On 1stDibs, find a large collection of lounge chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Many people call a lounge chair for the living room a chaise longue, meaning "long chair” in French. It's also perfectly acceptable to call a living room chair a lounge chair, as the term doesn't only apply to outdoor furniture. Find a wide variety of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, you can use a lounge chair in a living room. In fact, the chairs are especially well-suited to use in living rooms. After all, the purpose of a lounge chair is to allow you to lean back and relax, and many people retire to their living rooms to unwind at the end of the day. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage lounge chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best Eames lounge chair reproduction is really a matter of preference. Herman Miller and Vitra currently manufacture the Eames lounge chair and ottoman. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage Eames lounge chairs as well as a collection of other seating designed by Charles and Ray Eames.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Only 10 Lockheed Lounge Chairs were made. In addition, Marc Newson made four artist's proofs and one prototype. He created the sleek aluminum chair in 1988 and spent six months handcrafting the chairs. In 1993, the chair became widely known due to its appearance in Madonna's music video for the song “Rain.” On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Marc Newson furniture.

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