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Reclining Library Armchair
Located in Culver City, CA
England circa 1830 Antique frame, reupholstered in de Le Cuona wool / linen blend. 27"w x 30.5”d x 41”h x 16”seat Ref. CHAIR1221
Category

Antique 1830s English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Wool, Linen

Reclining Library Armchair
Reclining Library Armchair
H 41 in W 27 in D 30.5 in
MCM Black Leather Recliner
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A MCM Black Leather Recliner Spencer by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

MCM Black Leather Recliner
MCM Black Leather Recliner
H 41 in W 30.25 in D 36 in
Vintage Leather Reclining Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
With a unique reclining design and unusual frame, this vintage Swedish chair features dark leather
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage Leather Reclining Chair
Vintage Leather Reclining Chair
H 40 in W 29 in D 35 in
Pair of Moderne Reclining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian circa 1960's Moderne style Italian reclining chairs with foot rest. Measurements
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Moderne Reclining Chairs
Pair of Moderne Reclining Chairs
H 40 in W 27.75 in D 27.5 in
1930s Central European Reclining Armchair
By Jindrich Halabala
Located in High Point, NC
reclined angle thanks to an ingeniously simple mechanism: a metal bar, raised or lowered upon a series of
Category

20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood

Rare Reclining Chair Louis XIV
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Reclining Chair Louis XIV is a stunning example of 17th Century French country
Category

Antique 18th Century Louis XIV Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rare Reclining Chair Louis XIV
Rare Reclining Chair Louis XIV
H 45.5 in W 27 in D 41 in
1940s French Oak Reclining Wingback Chairs
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
recline. France, 1940s
Category

Vintage 1940s French Chairs

Materials

Oak

1820s Antique Walnut Reclining Chair, Italy
Located in New York, NY
ingenious reclining mechanism. Made in the 1820s, this piece has an unexpected combination of gravitas and
Category

Antique 1820s Italian Chairs

Materials

Walnut

1820s Antique Walnut Reclining Chair, Italy
1820s Antique Walnut Reclining Chair, Italy
H 40.75 in W 30.75 in D 33.5 in
Victorian Tufted Leather Reclining Easy Chair
Located in New York, NY
English Victorian tufted black leather adjustable reclining easy chair with footrest
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Chairs

Materials

Leather

Romme Recliner Chair by Ikea, 1990s
Located in Paris, ON
An extremely comfortable seat, perfect for reading or watching a movie. This chair is an iconic vintage Ikea piece and rare.
Category

1990s Swedish Modern Chairs

Materials

Polyester

French Empire Mahogany Reclining Wing Back Armchair
Located in Benington, Herts
An unusual French Empire mahogany reclining wing back armchair of high proportions. French
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Brown Leather Recliner and Ottoman Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This recliner and ottoman set features a combination of rich brown leather and a light wooden frame
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Daws Patent Improved Reclining Chair, circa 1830
By Robert Daws
Located in Dereham, GB
buttons under each arm, to recline. There is brass ratchet teeth to hold the chair back into different
Category

Antique 1820s English George IV Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Daws Patent Improved Reclining Chair, circa 1830
Daws Patent Improved Reclining Chair, circa 1830
H 40.36 in W 28.35 in D 34.26 in
Reclining Leather Chair and Ottoman By Ekornes
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chair and ottoman by Ekornes for their stressless line. This piece features subtle leather seating, armrests and ottoman sitting on a ornate wood and metal base. If you are in need o...
Category

20th Century Norwegian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage Reclining Armchair in Wood Attr Giò Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Milano, IT
type of living room. Thanks to a mechanism underneath, the armchair reclines. The seat and back are
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Early Victorian Carved Mahogany Reclining Wing Armchair
Located in New York, NY
With dyed leather seat.
Category

Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Leather

19th Century Wooden Recliner with Door and Drawer
Located in Marbella, ES
19th Century Wooden recliner with door and drawer.
Category

Late 20th Century Religious Items

Materials

Wood

Modern Wheel Recliner Hanging Swing Chair in White
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The WHEEL swing seat is sculptural and dynamic. Its striking circular shape lends itself for use as a functional art piece. The chair has an open yet enveloping feel. The pattern ...
Category

2010s South African Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Modern Wheel Recliner Hanging Swing Chair in Black
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The WHEEL swing seat is sculptural and dynamic. Its striking circular shape lends itself for use as a functional art piece. The chair has an open yet enveloping feel. The pattern ...
Category

2010s South African Minimalist Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Indian Decorated Metal Veneered Wooden Chair with Reclining Backrest
Located in Marbella, ES
Indian Decorated Metal Veneered Wooden Chair with Reclining Backrest and Claw Feet
Category

Late 20th Century Chairs

Materials

Metal, Iron

Mid-Century Recliner by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This beautiful mid-century recliner was designed by Milo Baughman and manufactured by Thayer Coggin
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid-Century Reclining Chair by Folke Ohlsson for DUX
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Brooklyn, NY
padded cushions. Sleek design with sculpted arm rests and angled legs conveniently reclines ensuring
Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Ib Kofod-Larsen Palomino Sheepskin & Walnut Reclining Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Beautiful reclining lounge chair and ottoman designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig freshly
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Walnut

Home Theater Odyssey Recliners by Rick Lee for American Leather
By American Leather
Located in Lake Worth, FL
theater odyssey recliner by Rick Lee for American Leather Approximate measurements in inches 122
Category

Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Italian Bamboo and Black Leather Sling Reclining Campaign Chair, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Italian adjustable reclining campaign folding chair in lacquered bamboo, original black leather
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Zanotta Lord Reclining Swivel Armchair with Feet by Alfredo Häberli
By Zanotta, Alfredo Häberli 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Lord Reclining Swivel Armchair with Feet by Alfredo Häberli Reclining swivel armchair on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Zanotta Lord Reclining Swivel Armchair with Castors by Alfredo Häberli
By Zanotta, Alfredo Häberli 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Lord Reclining Swivel Armchair with Castors by Alfredo Häberli Reclining swivel armchair
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

MCM Milo Baughman Style Aston Re-Invented Recliner in Black Leather
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Aston Re-Invented Recliner in Black Leather This amazing
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Restored William IV Reclining Library Reading Brown Leather Armchair Footstool
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in GB
1835 mahogany reclining library reading armchair with built in footrest This chair is a wonder to
Category

Antique 1830s British William IV Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Mid-Century Ekornes Stressless Brown Leather Recliner or Lounge & Ottoman Medium
By Ekornes Stressless
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Scandinavian style recliner or adjustable lounge and ottoman by Ekornes, their Stressless brand
Category

2010s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Double Recliner Hanging Swing Chair Steel Modern 21st Century In/Outdoor
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The recliner hanging swing chair is sculptural and dynamic. Fluid and organic, they lend themselves
Category

2010s South African Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Recliner by Folke Ohlsson for Dux in Teak
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Belmont, MA
This mid-century modern easy chair / recliner by Folke Olsson is upholstered with the original faux
Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Elegant Pair of Reclining Green Armchairs in Fruitwood and Brass, Italy 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Italy, 1950s. A graceful pair of adjustable reclining armchairs in mahogany-stained fruitwood
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

A mid century modern upholstered Milo Baughman model #74 walnut reclining chair.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A mid century modern upholstered Milo Baughman model #74 walnut reclining chair.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Reclining Executive Office Chair - One Piece, 1980s
By Herman Miller
Located in Basel, BS
casters, hopsack fabric Reclining Position is Adjustable and Height is Adjustable! Additional
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Recliner 'Single' Hanging Swing Chair Steel Modern 21st Century in/Outdoor Black
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The recliner hanging swing chair is sculptural and dynamic. Fluid and organic, they lend themselves
Category

2010s South African Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Double Recliner Base Legs Swing Chair Steel Modern 21st Century In/Outdoor
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The recliner hanging swing chair is sculptural and dynamic. Fluid and organic, they lend themselves
Category

2010s South African Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Recliner 'Single' Hanging Swing Chair Steel Modern 21st Century In/Outdoor Black
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The recliner hanging swing chair is sculptural and dynamic. Fluid and organic, they lend themselves
Category

2010s South African Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Deco Reclining Oak Lounge Chair with Dark Brown Leather Back and Fabric Seat
By Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Deco Reclining Lounge chair with oak frame and leather back and upholstered fabric seat. Back of
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Scandinavian Modern Reclining Wingback Lounge Chair H W Klein for Bramin Mobler
By Bramin Mobler, H.W. Klein
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Scandinavian Modern reclining wingback lounge chair by H.W. Klein for Bramin
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Set of 2 Red Alcantera Dining Chairs with Recline Function Polished Chrome Legs
By Peter Draenert
Located in Chicago, IL
the two chairs features a recline function, the other is without recline function.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Regency Styled Side or Accent Chairs with Reclining Nude & Swan Panels
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
caned panels with painted reclining nude female figures with swans. The back stretchers are decorated
Category

Early 20th Century American Regency Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Pine

Set Italian of ‘Panchetto’ Reclining Chairs by Rito Valla for IPE, Italy 1960s
By Rito Valla, IPE Brevettato
Located in Echt, NL
Elegant set of “Panchetto’ reclining chairs in very good condition. Designed by Rito Valla in the
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

De Sede DS-1000 Reclining Chair in Pacific Upholstery by De Sede Design-Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The unique tubular construction enhances the sculptural presence of DS-1000. Wide, striking leather straps surround the tubes and carry a thin lying area that appears to extend in a ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-1000 Reclining Chair in Cafe Upholstery by Ulrich Kössl & De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The unique tubular construction enhances the sculptural presence of DS-1000. Wide, striking leather straps surround the tubes and carry a thin lying area that appears to extend in a ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-1000 Reclining Chair in Cafe Upholstery by Ulrich Kössl & De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The unique tubular construction enhances the sculptural presence of DS-1000. Wide, striking leather straps surround the tubes and carry a thin lying area that appears to extend in a ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

De Sede DS-1000 Reclining Chair in Pacific Upholstery by De Sede Design-Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The unique tubular construction enhances the sculptural presence of DS-1000. Wide, striking leather straps surround the tubes and carry a thin lying area that appears to extend in a ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Beechwood Ratchet Wing Chair
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Hand carved Beechwood, winged back, reclining ratchet chair with original iron mounts. Newly
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Chairs

Materials

Iron

Beechwood Ratchet Wing Chair
Beechwood Ratchet Wing Chair
H 52 in W 29.25 in D 31 in
Danish Skipper Mobler Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Skipper Mobler
Located in Nashville, TN
Reclining leather lounge chair and ottoman in excellent vintage condition with minor age-consistent
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

A MODERNIST ATELIER CHAIR, in Jean Prouvé Style, France 1950
By Jean Prouvé
Located in PARIS, FR
with telescopic system, seat and reclining back in solid wood, to be attributed, France 1950
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Spanish Wooden Chairs
Located in Westport, CT
Reclining chairs
Category

Vintage 1920s Spanish Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Spanish Wooden Chairs
Pair of Spanish Wooden Chairs
H 35 in W 25.5 in D 27.13 in
Contemporary Chair by Hessentia, Off-White Leather, Wooden Legs, plissè motif
By HESSENTIA, Cornelio Cappellini
Located in Carate, Brianza (MB)
upper part. The back legs,a bit reclined internally, sustain an enveloping leather back embroidered with
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Belmont Barber Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Single vintage barber chair from Belmont Company. Adjustable height and reclining function. Please
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Belmont Barber Chair
Vintage Belmont Barber Chair
H 38.75 in W 27 in D 36 in
Agatha Swivel Armchair by Libero Rutilo
By Morelato
Located in Milan, IT
ash wood shell, padded and upholstered on the seat and reclining backrest. Please consult the
Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Agatha Swivel Armchair by Libero Rutilo
Agatha Swivel Armchair by Libero Rutilo
H 48.04 in W 30.71 in D 32.29 in
Eames Time Life Chair in Chocolate Leather for Herman Miller, 1978 USA
By Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
swivels. Chair reclines. Height is adjustable. Stamped 1978 on both bases. Herman Miler tag and label as
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Time Life Chair in Black Leather for Herman Miller, 1980s USA
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
with wear as shown. Extremely comfortable and worn in. Chair swivels. Chair reclines. Height is
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Central European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs, A Pair
Located in High Point, NC
find to treasure. Made in Central Europe in the 20th century, the deep recline and linear back slats of
Category

20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood

Hand-Laid Brass Stars on Blue Straw, Nut-Inspired Armchair with Velvet Cushion
By Shewekar Elgharably
Located in Cairo, EG
straw color and fabric can be customized to suit your space. The back-rest reclines gently when pressed
Category

2010s Egyptian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

4 Chairs Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in PARIS, FR
designed his most famous product, the No. 42 chair for Schou Andersen. The elegantly curved, reclining back
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Palisander

4 Chairs Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen
4 Chairs Model 42 by Kai Kristiansen
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 19.3 in
Primitive West African Tribal Lobi Chair, Burkina Faso, Wabi Sabi, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
design with a reclined backrest and a sturdy seat. A beautiful wabi sabi object with a fine patina
Category

Mid-20th Century Burkinabe Tribal Chairs

Materials

Wood

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Reclining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of reclining chairs available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct reclining chairs — often made from wood, animal skin and leather — can elevate any home. We have 137 antique and vintage reclining chairs in-stock, while there are 8 modern editions to choose from as well. Reclining chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Reclining chairs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Large reclining chairs can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller reclining chairs available at 1stDibs — each spanning 10.63 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Many reclining chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but De Sede, Milo Baughman and Ib Kofod-Larsen produced popular reclining chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Reclining Chairs?

Prices for reclining chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, reclining chairs begin at $501 and can go as high as $14,607, while the average can fetch as much as $2,500.

Finding the Right Chairs for You

Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the vintage, new or antique chairs you love?

With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.

“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.

Other designers of Scandinavian modernist chairs introduced new dynamics to this staple with sculptural flowing lines, curvaceous shapes and efficient functionality. The Paimio armchair, Swan chair and Panton chair are vintage works of Finnish and Danish seating that left an indelible mark on the history of good furniture design.

“What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts,” said Ray Eames

Visionary polymaths Ray and Charles Eames experimented with bent plywood and fiberglass with the goal of producing affordable furniture for a mass market. Like other celebrated mid-century modern furniture designers of elegant low-profile furnishings — among them Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Finn Juhl — the Eameses considered ergonomic support, durability and cost, all of which should be top of mind when shopping for the perfect chair. The mid-century years yielded many popular chairs.

The Eameses introduced numerous icons for manufacturer Herman Miller, such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, molded plywood dining chairs the DCM and DCW (which can be artfully mismatched around your dining table) and a wealth of other treasured pieces for the home and office. 

A good chair anchors us to a place and can become an object of timeless appeal. Take a seat and browse the rich variety of vintage, new and antique chairs on 1stDibs today. 

Questions About Reclining Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    A recliner chair is an armchair that moves in such a way that a user can sit with their feet elevated. Usually controlled by a button or lever, the recliner mechanism simultaneously raises the footrest and tilts the backrest. Sofas, loveseats and sectionals may also include recliner functionality. Find a range of recliner chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In 1928, a patent was issued to two American cousins, Edward Knabush and Edwin Shoemaker, which trademarked the design of a reclining wooden bench. This patent would later go on to become La-Z-Boy. Shop a collection of reclining furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The best leather recliner chair will really be a matter of preference — what kind of recliner do you need? Keep size in mind, especially if you’re working with a small space. You’ll want to prioritize comfort and durability, too. 1stDibs offers a variety of leather recliner chairs.