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Mid Century Modern Woodard Scupltura Mesh Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chair
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid Century Modern Woodard Scupltura Mesh Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chair
Offered is a Mid Century
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Sculptura Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chair by Russell Woodard
By Russell Woodard
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and hard to find. Restored by sand blasting and powder coated. New pad, glides and rubber tires. 4 different angles for the back support. Small section of the bed has a repa...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Steel, Iron
Salterini Style Outdoor Iron Chaise Lounge Chair
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Wilmington, DE
Salterini Style Outdoor Iron Chaise Lounge Chair
Offered is a vintage iron outdoor chaise lounge
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Metal
Outdoor Hinterland Chaise by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Hinterland Chaise has a powder coated solid steel frame that is fully wrapped in rope. The
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Steel
Woodard Style Outdoor Iron Chaise Lounge Chair
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Wilmington, DE
Woodard style outdoor Iron Chaise Lounge Chair
Offered is a floral Woodard style chaise lounge
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Metal
Vintage Brown Jordan Outdoor Patio Chaise Lounge
By Tropitone, Brown Jordan
Located in Cumberland, RI
strapping, this vintage outdoor chaise lounge is a perfect addition to your deck, pool, or patio and
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Metal
Woodard Style Outdoor Iron Chaise Lounge Chair B
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Wilmington, DE
Woodard style outdoor Iron Chaise Lounge Chair
Offered is a floral Woodard style chaise lounge
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Metal
A Pair Of Vintage Brown Jordan Outdoor Chaises
By Brown Jordan
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A great outdoor/pool side vintage chaises. Heavy aluminium construction, three position seat
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Aluminum
Russell Woodard Deco Style Aluminum Outdoor Patio Chaise Lounge
By Russell Woodard
Located in Chicago, IL
Less common to find. Original Russell Woodard Aluminum Chaise. Very clean. Just needs pillows
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Aluminum
Unusual Iron Chaise Lounge, Custom Made, Savonarola Style, Indoor /Outdoor
By Salterini
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Iron Chaise Lounge ,custom made c.1950s. Savonarola Style.indoor /outdoor,, Matching chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Iron
Chaise Longue Outdoor Indoor Sculpture Mirror Steel Metal Spheres Design Italy
By Barberini & Gunnell
Located in Ancona, Marche
The sculptural chaise longue 'Golem' is an imposing sculpture, made up of hollow stainless steel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Stainless Steel, Metal
H 30.32 in W 82.68 in D 44.49 in
ELO Chaise in Metal and Rope for Outdoor Use by Filipe Ramos
By Filipe Ramos
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The ELO chaise is part of the Elo collection which has its design inspired by the shape of
Category
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Aluminum
ELO Armchair Lounge chair Footstool Set Outdoor / Indoor Chaise by Filipe Ramos
By Filipe Ramos
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
seat, and the color for the metal frame powder coated paint to create this statement piece for outdoor
Category
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Aluminum
H 30.32 in W 29.53 in D 39.38 in
ELO Chaise in Metal and Rope for Outdoor Use with Wood Arms by Filipe Ramos
By Filipe Ramos
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The ELO chaise is part of the ELO collection which has its design inspired by the shape of
Category
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Aluminum
H 41.74 in W 25.2 in D 78.75 in
C5 Chaise Lounge by Klaus Grabe
By Klaus Grabe
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1950s. Curved wood frame with wood slats, suitable for outdoor use. Refinished in outdoor white
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Wood
Charlotte Perriand Tokyo Chaise Longue by Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chaise Longue designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1940. Relaunched by Cassina in 2011.
Manufactured
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Bamboo
Charlotte Perriand Tokyo Chaise Longue by Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chaise Longue designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1940. Relaunched by Cassina in 2011.
Manufactured
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Bamboo
Charlotte Perriand Tokyo Chaise Longue by Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chaise Longue designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1940. Relaunched by Cassina in 2011.
Manufactured
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Bamboo
Vintage Green Dan Johnson Chaise Lounge for Brown Jordan
By Brown Jordan
Located in west palm beach, FL
Indulge in the timeless elegance of the Vintage Boho Dan Johnson Chaise Lounge for Brown Jordan—an
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Metal
Rare Indoor Wire Upholstered Chaise Lounge by Richard Schultz for Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Cincinnati, OH
piece cushion . This rare chaise was produced for in door use since unlike the outdoor version does not
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Wire
Vintage Regency Pavillion Cast Aluminum Chaise Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
refined design for a luxurious and timeless seating option that elevates any outdoor space.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Chaise Longues
Materials
Aluminum
Outdoor 'Pelagus' Sunbed in Teak and Fabric for Skagerak
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Glendale, CA
Outdoor 'Pelagus' sunbed in teak and fabric for Skagerak
Skagerak was founded in 1976 by Jesper
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Wood, Teak, Fabric, Polyester
Tito Agnoli bamboo & rattan chaise longue for Pierantonio Bonacina, Italy, 1960s
By Tito Agnoli, Pierantonio Bonacina
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A chaise longue in wicker and rattan, designed by Tito Agnoli, produced by Pierantonio Bonacina in
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
H 31.89 in W 25.6 in D 61.03 in
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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Wood, Teak
Robert Lewis Rolling Chaise Lounge Studio Crafted Santa Barbara, CA. 1930s
By Robert Lewis
Located in Camden, ME
A rare Robert Lewis chaise lounge hand crafted at his studio below the Old Mission Santa Barbara in
Category
Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Steel
Rare Robert Lewis Adjustable Chaise Studio Crafted Santa Barbara, CA. 1940s
By Robert Lewis
Located in Camden, ME
A Robert Lewis adjustable steel tube chaise lounge for outdoor and patio use hand crafted at his
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Steel
Robert Lewis Early Copper Chaise Lounge Center Brace Santa Barbara CA. 1930s
By Robert Lewis
Located in Camden, ME
A Robert Lewis patinated chaise lounge hand crafted from copper pipe in the mid 1930s at his studio
Category
Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Copper, Steel
H 41.5 in W 22.5 in D 71 in
ELO Armchair and Footstool Set for Indoor and Outdoor Use by Filipe Ramos
By Filipe Ramos
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
ELO armchair paired with stool to create a chaise for outdoor terrace or poolside.
The ELO chair
Category
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Aluminum
H 30.32 in W 29.53 in D 39.38 in
Armchair Lounge chair w/ Footstool Set outdoor / indoor "ELO" by Filipe Ramos
By Filipe Ramos
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
underneath that can be used to keep books, boxes, and sunglasses or towels in the case of outdoor use.
The
Category
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Aluminum
H 30.32 in W 29.53 in D 39.38 in
Tito Agnoli Set of Four Cane Chaise Lounges P3S Pierantonio Bonacina Italy, 1964
By Tito Agnoli, Pierantonio Bonacina
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
An extremely well preserved set of four chaise lounges designed by Tito Agnoli for Pierantonio
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Metal
H 25.99 in W 24.41 in D 63 in
Wylie R. Dallas Texas Roped Iron Furniture Chaise 1940s San Antonio Texas
By Robert Lewis
Located in Camden, ME
A keyhole backed outdoor lounge from W. R. Dallas's line of Texas Roped Iron Furniture.
Founded and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chaise Longues
Materials
Iron
Rattan & Steam Bent Chair & Ottoman
By David Colwell
Located in Otley, GB
midcentury piece. It is ideal for a indoor living space, occasional outdoor use or a glass house.
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Rattan
Marruecos individual daybed by Tana Karei
By Tana Karei
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
indoor and outdoor spaces, creating an inviting oasis wherever you choose to place it.
Personalize your
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Linen, Wood, Hardwood
Restored Mid Century Chaise Lounge Outdoor Patio Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Designed in the manner of Paul Frankl, this restored faux rattan outdoor lounge chair features
Category
Mid-20th Century Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Plastic
Mid Century Iron Outdoor/Patio Chaise Lounge with Teal Cord
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
White steel outdoor / patio chaise lounge, produced in 1960 by the Woodard Furniture Company. This
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Iron Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chairs by Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous hand crafted iron outdoor chaise lounge reclining chair, 5 positions. Has a sunbrella
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
H 36 in W 28.75 in D 73.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Sculptura Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chair by Russell Woodard
By Russell Woodard, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Fabulous and hard to find. Wonderful design, Great color, surface and patina., Classic Modernist, 4 different angles for the back support. Extremely comfortable. Perfect addition to ...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal, Iron
Steel Spring Outdoor / Patio Chaise Lounge by Woodard
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
White steel tubular outdoor / patio chaise lounge, produced in 1960 by the Woodard Furniture
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Modern Russell Woodard Spun Fiberglass Chaise
Located in Delray Beach, FL
. Embodying mid-century modern aesthetics, this chaise is a must-have for enthusiasts of timeless, stylish
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Fiberglass
1950s Spanish Outdoor Wicker and Bamboo Arm Chaise-Longue
Located in Marbella, ES
1950s Spanish outdoor wicker and bamboo arm chaise-longue.
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker
Pair Outdoor Teak Modernist Design Reclining Chaise Lounges, 1980's
Located in Rochester, NY
A pair outdoor teak chaise lounges with a great looking minimalist design. Four position adjustable
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Chaise y
By Arne Vodder
Located in Tulsa, OK
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Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Vodder Chaise Lounger by Erik Jorgenson. Above average vintage
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum
Hunter Green Wrought Iron Chaise Lounge w/ Floral Pattern Patio Outdoor
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a great looking wrought iron chaise lounge all ready for your yard or patio with a flat but
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Set of Lounge Chair and Footstool Outdoor/Indoor Chaise "Dobra" by Filipe Ramos
By Filipe Ramos
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
The Dobra outdoor lounge chair is part of the Dobra furniture line which is designed with the
Category
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 31.89 in W 33.08 in D 62.21 in
Midcentury Metal Chaise Lounge
Located in Sheffield, MA
Reclining outdoor chaise lounge with painted black metal frame, flexible straps for added comfort
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Vintage Woodard wrought iron outdoor patio chairs (4)
By Russell Woodard
Located in Cumberland, RI
This is a beautiful set of vintage patio lounge chairs by Woodard, a renowned brand in outdoor
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron, Metal, Iron
Vintage Wrought Iron Outdoor Patio Seating
By Russell Woodard
Located in Cumberland, RI
and White Striped Outdoor Cushions. The additional Chaise Lounge Chair offers a spot for relaxation
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Dan Johnson Aluminum Chaise Lounge by Brown Jordan
By Brown Jordan, Dan Johnson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
his design... a compliment to any outdoor setting, by the pool, or garden.
Dan Johnson was a mid
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
MCM Homecrest Outdoor Coral Adjustable Dining or Low Table & 4 Springer Chairs
By Homecrest
Located in Topeka, KS
details. We attempt to portray any imperfections, circa, Mid-20th century.
Outdoor dining EXTRORDINAIRE
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vintage Boho Wrought Iron Chaise Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Relax in style with this pair of vintage Boho wrought iron chaise lounge chairs. Blending Bohemian
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
14 Piece Brown Jordan Tamiami Outdoor Patio Furniture
By Brown Jordan
Located in Highland, IN
Jordan has been know for their high quality outdoor furniture for decades. Using the best materials that
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Contoured Lounge by Klaus Grabe
By Klaus Grabe
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-century contoured lounge by Klaus Grabe, (1910-2004). C5 chaise lounge, designed, 1948
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Kipp Stewart for Terra Bronze Adjustable Chaises
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Oakland, CA
Pair of bronze frame and cotton rope adjustable patio chaises designed by California designer Kipp
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Wrought Iron Garden Patio Poolside Chaise Lounge Att. to Woodard
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Stylish wrought iron and metal mesh adjustable chaise lounge attributed to the Woodard Furniture
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Early Rare Prototype for N° 5490 Chaise Lounge, George Nelson, 1953
By George Nelson
Located in Culver City, CA
collector, this forgotten relic of mid-century modern design lay dormant for years, waiting for its moment
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
5 Piece's Salterini / Tempestini Garden Furnishings.Radar Chairs, Chaise, Cart
By Maurizio Tempestini, Salterini
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nice little grouping of outdoor iron garden, patio ,,furniture manufactured by Salterini,,, Some
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 34 in W 58 in D 30 in
Unusual Pair Iron Chairs, Custom Made, Savonarola Style, Indoor /Outdoor
By Salterini
Located in Buffalo, NY
. Savonarola Style.indoor /outdoor,, Matching chaise lounge available ..Please check other listings,, Hand
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Le Corbusier, P. Jeanneret, C. Perriand Lc1 Chair Outdoor Collection by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
H 25.6 in W 25.99 in D 25.6 in
Le Corbusier, P. Jeanneret, C. Perriand LC1 Chair Outdoor Collection by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
H 25.6 in W 25.99 in D 25.6 in
ELO Armchair Lounge chair In/Outdoor in Metal and Rope by Filipe Ramos
By Filipe Ramos
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
underneath that can be used to keep books, boxes, and sunglasses or towels in the case of outdoor use.
There
Category
2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 30.71 in W 29.93 in D 39.38 in
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Outdoor Mid Century Chaise For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the outdoor mid century chaise you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An outdoor mid century chaise — often made from metal, iron and aluminum — can elevate any home. There are 42 variations of the antique or vintage outdoor mid century chaise you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the outdoor mid century chaise you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An outdoor mid century chaise made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made outdoor mid century chaise over the years, but those crafted by Brown Jordan, Woodard Furniture Co. and Walter Lamb are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Outdoor Mid Century Chaise?
An outdoor mid century chaise can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,225, while the lowest priced sells for $395 and the highest can go for as much as $5,440.
A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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