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Shell Chair Ottoman

Postmodern Clam Shell Swivel Lounge Chair With Ottoman on Casters
Postmodern Clam Shell Swivel Lounge Chair With Ottoman on Casters

Postmodern Clam Shell Swivel Lounge Chair With Ottoman on Casters

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Postmodern Clam Shell Swivel Chair — sculptural lounge chair with matching ottoman on casters

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Vintage 1980s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Eames White leather white Ash Lounge chair by Herman Miller 2014 Clean
Eames White leather white Ash Lounge chair by Herman Miller 2014 Clean

Eames White leather white Ash Lounge chair by Herman Miller 2014 Clean

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A lovely white leather Eames lounge chair and ottoman with a white ash shell. The chair and ottoman

Category

2010s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

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Joe Colombo Elda Chair + Ottoman Black Leather, White Fiberglass Shell
Joe Colombo Elda Chair + Ottoman Black Leather, White Fiberglass Shell

Joe Colombo Elda Chair + Ottoman Black Leather, White Fiberglass Shell

By Joe Colombo

Located in Izegem, BE

price is for the set (Elda Chair + Ottoman/Footstool). The “Elda” armchair was designed in Italy by

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2010s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

Eames Rosewood Shell, Black Leather, Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Eames Rosewood Shell, Black Leather, Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Eames Rosewood Shell, Black Leather, Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Ferndale, MI

Rosewood Shell, Black Leather, Lounge Chair and Ottoman Cast Aluminum Base and Hardware by

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20th Century American Lounge Chairs

Tortoise Shell Lacquered Chair and Ottoman by Ficks Reed
Tortoise Shell Lacquered Chair and Ottoman by Ficks Reed

Tortoise Shell Lacquered Chair and Ottoman by Ficks Reed

By Ficks Reed

Located in Westport, CT

Tortoise Shell Lacquered Chair and Ottoman by Ficks Reed, newly upholstered in beige linen with

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20th Century American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Rosewood Shell Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, 3rd Generation
Rosewood Shell Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, 3rd Generation

Rosewood Shell Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, 3rd Generation

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Boca Raton, FL

circa 1970 Fully restored Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman. Original black leather. Beautiful

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Boho Chic Clam Shell Wicker Lounge Chairs With Ottoman - 3 Pieces
Boho Chic Clam Shell Wicker Lounge Chairs With Ottoman - 3 Pieces

Boho Chic Clam Shell Wicker Lounge Chairs With Ottoman - 3 Pieces

Located in Delray Beach, FL

-piece set features two chairs with a unique clam shell design and an intricate wicker pattern, paired

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker

French Provincial Louis XV Style Shell Carved Bergere Arm Chair and Ottoman
French Provincial Louis XV Style Shell Carved Bergere Arm Chair and Ottoman

French Provincial Louis XV Style Shell Carved Bergere Arm Chair and Ottoman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

curved ottoman. Lounge chair and stool features shapely cabriole legs, shell carved accents and Classic

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Vintage 1950s Louis XV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Vitra Charles Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Vitra Red Leather, Black Shells
Vitra Charles Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Vitra Red Leather, Black Shells

Vitra Charles Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Vitra Red Leather, Black Shells

By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Munster, NRW

Stunning and beautiful Charles Eames lounge chair and ottoman by Vitra. With smoothened black

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Restored George Mulhauser Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Restored George Mulhauser Lounge Chair with Ottoman

Restored George Mulhauser Lounge Chair with Ottoman

Located in Danville, CA

Meticulously restored Ultra Modern Walnut Shell Lounge Chair and Ottoman by George Mulhauser for

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Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Early 2000s Eames Lounge Chair and ottoman by Herman Miller
Early 2000s Eames Lounge Chair and ottoman by Herman Miller

Early 2000s Eames Lounge Chair and ottoman by Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Los Angeles, CA

abrasions to the walnut shell but overall both chair and ottoman present well.

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Eames Oiled Walnut & Black Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Herman Miller
Eames Oiled Walnut & Black Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Herman Miller

Eames Oiled Walnut & Black Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Basildon, London

since the 1950s. Constructed from a moulded oiled walnut shell, both the chair and ottoman are

Category

2010s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Palisander

Walnut Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Herman Miller in Ivory Leather
Walnut Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Herman Miller in Ivory Leather

Walnut Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Herman Miller in Ivory Leather

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Iconic Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Eames chair. Ivory genuine leather with walnut shell

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Madsen & Schubell MS68 Leather and Teak Danish Swivel Recliner Lounge Chair
Madsen & Schubell MS68 Leather and Teak Danish Swivel Recliner Lounge Chair

Madsen & Schubell MS68 Leather and Teak Danish Swivel Recliner Lounge Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames, Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell, Percival Lafer

Located in Chattanooga, TN

both shells for the chair / ottoman and original headrest cover. The leather itself was already in

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Womb Chair and Ottoman by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
Midcentury Womb Chair and Ottoman by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

Midcentury Womb Chair and Ottoman by Eero Saarinen for Knoll

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Astoria, NY

molded over a fiberglass shell, the chair and ottoman have black lacquered metal legs. Newly

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Eames Style Black Swivel Shell Chair and Ottoman, circa 1960
Mid-Century Modern Eames Style Black Swivel Shell Chair and Ottoman, circa 1960

Mid-Century Modern Eames Style Black Swivel Shell Chair and Ottoman, circa 1960

Located in Big Flats, NY

Mid-Century Modern Eames style chair and matching ottoman features adjustable height shell design

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair and Ottoman

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H 38 in W 31 in D 28 in

Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

shells. This lounge chair and ottoman duo is a favorite of ours. The back and seat cushions and straps

Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair and Ottoman

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H 38 in W 31 in D 28 in

Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

shells. This lounge chair and ottoman duo is a favorite of ours. The back and seat cushions and straps

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech, Teak

Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in White Leather
Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in White Leather

Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in White Leather

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gorgeous classic Eames chair and ottoman. White leather with oiled walnut shells. Chair and ottoman

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern George Mulhauser Chair and Ottoman by Plycraft
Mid-Century Modern George Mulhauser Chair and Ottoman by Plycraft

Mid-Century Modern George Mulhauser Chair and Ottoman by Plycraft

By Charles and Ray Eames, George Mulhauser

Located in Brooklyn, NY

vinyl and a striking walnut shell this matching chair and ottoman make a wonderful addition to any home

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

PVC, Walnut

Early Production Charles and Ray Eames Rosewood Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Early Production Charles and Ray Eames Rosewood Lounge Chair with Ottoman

Early Production Charles and Ray Eames Rosewood Lounge Chair with Ottoman

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Ferndale, MI

Nice early production 670 671 rosewood shell chair with ottoman with black leather cushions. White

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Palisander & Black Leather Tall Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Vitra, 2006
Eames Palisander & Black Leather Tall Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Vitra, 2006

Eames Palisander & Black Leather Tall Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Vitra, 2006

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Basildon, London

shell, both the chair and ottoman are upholstered in matching black leather with button tufted detailing

Category

Early 2000s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Palisander

Lee West Rare Tri-Speaker Clark Synthesis Alpha Stereo Chair, 2004
Lee West Rare Tri-Speaker Clark Synthesis Alpha Stereo Chair, 2004

Lee West Rare Tri-Speaker Clark Synthesis Alpha Stereo Chair, 2004

By Clark Synthesis, Inc.

Located in Camden, ME

order The fiberglass shells of the chair and ottoman have been professionally polished and are not

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass, Upholstery

Art Deco Style Donghia "Shell" Chair & Ottoman in a Green Fabric
Art Deco Style Donghia "Shell" Chair & Ottoman in a Green Fabric

Art Deco Style Donghia "Shell" Chair & Ottoman in a Green Fabric

By Donghia

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This Art Deco inspired lounge chair and ottoman was designed by John Hutton for Donghia and are

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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Rosewood Shell Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Vintage Rosewood Shell Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Vintage Rosewood Shell Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Located in New York, NY

down filled black leather cushions, mod. no. 671 (chair) and 670 (ottoman) by Charles Eames for Herman

Category

Vintage 1960s American Club Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather, Upholstery

Pair of Rare Ib Kofod-Larsen Extended Leg Shell Chairs and Ottoman
Pair of Rare Ib Kofod-Larsen Extended Leg Shell Chairs and Ottoman

Pair of Rare Ib Kofod-Larsen Extended Leg Shell Chairs and Ottoman

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Amherst, NH

Pair of rare 1950s Ib Kofod-Larsen extended iron leg walnut shell chairs with one matching ottoman

Category

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

Materials

Iron

Pair of Art Deco Style "Shell" Chairs and Ottoman by John Hutton for Donghia
Pair of Art Deco Style "Shell" Chairs and Ottoman by John Hutton for Donghia

Pair of Art Deco Style "Shell" Chairs and Ottoman by John Hutton for Donghia

By Donghia

Located in Houston, TX

This pair of Art Deco inspired lounge chairs and ottomans were designed by John Hutton for Donghia

Category

Late 20th Century American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

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Eero Saarinen Womb Chair & Ottoman Medium in Alexander Girard Quatrefoil Fabric
Eero Saarinen Womb Chair & Ottoman Medium in Alexander Girard Quatrefoil Fabric

Eero Saarinen Womb Chair & Ottoman Medium in Alexander Girard Quatrefoil Fabric

$3,960Sale Price / set|20% Off

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Eero Saarinen Womb Chair & Ottoman Medium in Alexander Girard Quatrefoil Fabric

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Seattle, WA

One of the most iconic chair designs of the 20th century, Eero Saarinen designed this lounge chair for Florence Knoll at the request of “a chair that was like a basket full of pillow...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Fiberglass

Eames 670 Rosewood Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman for Herman Miller (DB)
Eames 670 Rosewood Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman for Herman Miller (DB)

Eames 670 Rosewood Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman for Herman Miller (DB)

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Cincinnati, OH

One of the most iconic designs of the Mid Century period the Eames 670 lounge chair with 671 ottoman . In the very desirable soft black leather and enhanced even further with a rich ...

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

Materials

Aluminum

JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting

JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting

By Mathieu Matégot, Blueprint Lighting, Stilnovo

Located in New York, NY

Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel

1958 Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Brazilian Rosewood
1958 Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Brazilian Rosewood

1958 Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Brazilian Rosewood

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an original Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, models 670 and 671, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1956. This set dates to ca. 1958. The shells on this se...

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Vintage 1950s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Rare 1964 Rosewood Herman Miller Eames Lounge chair & Ottoman w/Original Receipt
Rare 1964 Rosewood Herman Miller Eames Lounge chair & Ottoman w/Original Receipt

Rare 1964 Rosewood Herman Miller Eames Lounge chair & Ottoman w/Original Receipt

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Palm Springs, CA

We were fortunate to acquire this rare 1964 Eames chair and Ottoman in black leather and Rosewood veneer. The label dates them to a specific year as the double ring round Herman Mill...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Gorgeous Avocado Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Gorgeous Avocado Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Gorgeous Avocado Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Not a color you see often! A classic Eames lounge chair and ottoman with vintage wood and metal components outfitted in brand new leather cushions in Avocado shade. 3-4 week producti...

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

Materials

Leather

'Mr Chair' and Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft, 1960s
'Mr Chair' and Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft, 1960s

'Mr Chair' and Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft, 1960s

$2,050Sale Price / set|26% Off

H 32 in W 36 in D 35 in

'Mr Chair' and Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft, 1960s

By Plycraft, George Mulhauser

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An iconic Mid-Century Modern 'Mr. Chair' and ottoman, designed by George Mulhauser for Plycraft in the 1960s. A timeless example of American Modernist design, this sculptural lounge ...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Plywood, Faux Leather

70's Rosewood Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman For Herman Miller
70's Rosewood Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman For Herman Miller

70's Rosewood Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman For Herman Miller

$6,800Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 33 in W 33.5 in D 35 in

70's Rosewood Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman For Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Handsome classic 70's Eames lounge chair and ottoman. Executed in rosewood and black leather. Cast aluminum bases, with adjustable “domes of silence” leveling glides. Extremely comfo...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1970s Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair in Brown Leather
1970s Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair in Brown Leather

1970s Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair in Brown Leather

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

We are pleased to present another iconic Herman Miller rosewood lounge chair, commonly known as the “Eames” chair, and officially called the Herman Miller 670 and 671 Lounge Chair an...

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

Materials

Leather

Early Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman Re-upholstered
Early Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman Re-upholstered

Early Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman Re-upholstered

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A wonderfully redone vintage 1960’s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb chair and ottoman. It has been reupholstered in a beautiful Knoll fabric designed by Nick Cave called Garden Vert. Fr...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool

Gorgeous Avocado Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Gorgeous Avocado Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Gorgeous Avocado Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Not a color you see often! A classic Eames lounge chair and ottoman with vintage wood and metal components outfitted in brand new leather cushions in Avocado shade. 3-4 week producti...

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

Materials

Leather

Restored Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Restored Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Restored Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Classic black leather and Brazilian rosewood Eames lounge chair and ottoman. Signed authentic original Herman Miller production. Wood refinished. Leather cleaned and conditioned. Cir...

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

Materials

Aluminum

Restored Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair with Custom Blue Leather
Restored Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair with Custom Blue Leather

Restored Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair with Custom Blue Leather

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A restored vintage signed and authentic Herman Miller Eames lounge chair and ottoman in rose wood with custom new blue leather cushions with smooth and comfortable finish. The wood i...

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

Materials

Leather

Restored Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Custom New Cushions
Restored Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Custom New Cushions

Restored Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Custom New Cushions

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Incredibly vibrant and elegant edition of the classic Herman Miller Eames lounge chair and ottoman, circa 1960s-70s chair with original Herman Miller label. Custom leather cushions i...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1971 Ultra Rare Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Zebrawood, Model 670 and 671
1971 Ultra Rare Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Zebrawood, Model 670 and 671

1971 Ultra Rare Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Zebrawood, Model 670 and 671

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a massively unusual Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair in Zebrawood, accompanied by a complimentary period-correct Eames Ottoman in Rosewood. Models 670 and 671 were initially ...

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Vintage 1970s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Custom White Leather
Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Custom White Leather

Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman with Custom White Leather

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gorgeous Eames lounge and ottoman in brand new white leather. New shock mounts installed in seat panel ($600 value). All adjustable feet intact. Chair swivels smoothly. Chair and ott...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Shell Chair Ottoman For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the shell chair ottoman you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A shell chair ottoman — often made from fabric, wood and upholstery — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the shell chair ottoman you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right shell chair ottoman, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Louis XV styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made shell chair ottoman over the years, but those crafted by Donghia, Charles and Ray Eames and Ficks Reed are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Shell Chair Ottoman?

A shell chair ottoman can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,950, while the lowest priced sells for $640 and the highest can go for as much as $6,971.

Finding the Right Lounge-chairs for You

While this specific seating is known to all for its comfort and familiar form, the history of how your favorite antique or vintage lounge chair came to be is slightly more ambiguous.

Although there are rare armchairs dating back as far as the 17th century, some believe that the origins of the first official “lounge chair” are tied to Hungarian modernist designer-architect Marcel Breuer. Sure, Breuer wasn’t exactly reinventing the wheel when he introduced the Wassily lounge chair in 1925, but his seat was indeed revolutionary for its integration of bent tubular steel.

Officially, a lounge chair is simply defined as a “comfortable armchair,” which allows for the shape and material of the furnishings to be extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.

The Eames lounge chair, on the other hand, has come to define somewhat of a universal perception of what a lounge chair can be. Introduced in 1956, the Eames lounger (and its partner in cozy, the ottoman) quickly became staples in television shows, prestigious office buildings and sumptuous living rooms. Venerable American mid-century modern designers Charles and Ray Eames intended for it to be the peak of luxury, which they knew meant taking furniture to the next level of style and comfort. Their chair inspired many modern interpretations of the lounge — as well as numerous copies.

On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers.

Questions About Shell Chair Ottoman
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Shell chairs are iconic mid-century modern chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and first released in 1963. In terms of both process and aesthetics, the Shell chair was ahead of its time when it was introduced. The expressive seat and back are made out of form-pressed oak or walnut laminates and topped with upholstered cushions for maximum comfort. Its design includes a tapered three-leg structure with two front legs made of one continuous piece and a separate hind leg that supports the backrest. This gives the chair a feeling of lightness without sacrificing stability. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Shell chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether the Shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, creator Hans J. Wegner designed the curves of the backrest and the seat to complement the contours of the human body in order to provide ample support when the Shell chair made its debut in 1963. Chairs became Wegner’s specialty, and over the years he designed over 500 of them. More than 100 of his designs, such as the Wishbone chair and the Papa Bear chair, went into production. Shop a selection of Shell chairs and other vintage Hans Wegner seating on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    No, chairs and ottomans don’t have to match. While you can often purchase matching ottomans for chairs, there is no rule about how to style furniture. Pieces with a similar shape, color or material can coordinate even if they aren’t a matched set. Find a range of chairs and ottomans on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not the Wegner shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal preference. Wegner did design the dramatically curved seat and gently tapered back to properly support the contours of the human body. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The history of the Wegner Shell Chair begins in 1963. Hans J. Wegner unveiled the chair at the Furniture Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen, Denmark. Often described as being "wing-like," the chair's radical fluid lines were considered a bit too futuristic at the time. Initially, mixed reviews from critics and the general public, as well as production difficulties, resulted in a very limited early run. Twelve new models were produced for a retrospective exhibition celebrating Wegner's 77th birthday in 1989, and the design began garnering renewed attention (a photograph of the chair was even selected to grace the cover of the exhibition catalog). In 1998, nearly a decade following the piece's reemergence at the retrospective event, Carl Hansen & Søn reintroduced the Shell chair 35 years after it was first released, and it has felt relevant ever since. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Hans Wegner Shell chairs.