Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
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 celebrated 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.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. 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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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Chester Lounge Chair Nguyen Manh Khanh, Aerospace Collection Quasar France, 1968
By Quasar Khanh
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chester lounge chair Nguyen Manh Khanh, Aerospace Collection Quasar France 1968. PVC, chrome-plated steel. Rare, important piece.
Measures: 24 H × 42 W × 36 D in. Printed manufacturer's mark to reverse ‘Aerospace Quasar. Made in France’.
Hailing from Hanoi, Vietnam, Quasar Khanh...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
PVC
Lounge Chairs in Patinated Cognac Leather, France 1970
Located in Almelo, NL
Lounge chairs in Patinated Cognac leather, France 1970.
Oversized, large, modern lounge armchairs that feature straight lines and shapes invite you to take a seat and relax—design...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Leather
Craft Lounge Chairs, Lafer Lounge Chairs, Brown Leather and Walnut, Modern
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craft lounge chairs, lafer lounge chairs, brown leather and walnut, Modern
Designer: Percival Lafer
Manufacturer: Craft Associates® Furniture
Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and grey beige fabric lounge chair designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 34.75"H x 28.5"W x 29.25"D
Seat Height (inches): 17.25"
Arm Heigh...
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chair
Located in Miami, FL
Adrian Pearsall mid-century modern sculptural lounge chair in parchment chenille, United States, Circa 1960s
A striking example of Adrian Pearsall’s visionary approach to mid-centur...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Expertly Restored - California Modern Sculptural High-Back Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Walnut
Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chair, Caviúna, Fabric, Brazil, 1961
Located in High Point, NC
A caviúna wood and beige fabric lounge chair designed and produced for the Hotel Nacional de Brasília, Brazil, c. 1961.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.5"H x 27.375"W x 30.0"D
Seat...
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Hans Olsen, Lounge Chair, Teak, Steel, Suede, Denmark, 1960s
By Hans Olsen
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered tubular steel, teak and brown suede lounge chair designed by Hans Olsen and produced by Lea Design, Denmark, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 26.0"H x 30.5"W...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Stunning Henning Kjærnulf Style High Back Armchair of Solid Oak Denmark 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Stunning Danish Henning Kjærnulf style high-backed farmers chair.
Crafted by Danish skilled carpenter in the 1970s, reupholstered with new sheepskin and new rubber girths.
The fram...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Oak, Sheepskin
Pierre Paulin, Lounge Chair, Metal, Leather, Netherlands, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brown leather and metal "F-444" lounge chair designed by Pierre Paulin and produced by Artifort, Netherlands, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 37.8” H x 32.75” W x 29.5” D
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Heywood Wakefield, Lounge Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo, rattan and white fabric lounge chairs produced by Heywood Wakefield, USA, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.625” H x 27” W x 32.5” D
Seat Height (inches):...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort F588 Swivel Lounge Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Geoffrey Harcourt F588 Swivel Lounge Chairs for Artifort, 1967
Designed in 1967 by acclaimed British designer Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort, the F588 swivel chair is a cele...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Angular Club Chair w/ Tapered Supports in Velvet Holly Hunt Fabric
Located in New York, NY
This subtle and thoughtfully designed Mid-Century Modernist Angular Club Chair W/ Tapered Supports in moss Green Velvet Holly Hunt Upholstery originates from the United States, Circa...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
OX CHAIR & FOOTSTOOL by Hans J. WEGNER for AP STOLEN, Denmark 1970's
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Vintage Ox-Chair AP 46 with footstool in recent green wool upholstery and tubular steel frame by Wegner. This set of the Ox-Chair was produced by various makers over the last decades...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Metal
Douglas Deeds Outdoor Lounge Chairs for Architectural Fiberglass, c. 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of fiberglass and mosaic tiles lounge chairs that can be used indoors or outdoors by Douglas Deeds for Architectural Fiberglass (also known as Architectural Pottery). Fabricat...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Ceramic, Fiberglass
Patinated 1930s Czech Lounge Chairs by Koželka & Kropáček.
Located in Almelo, NL
Patinated 1930s Czech Lounge Chair by Koželka & Kropáček – 12 Available for Bespoke Projects
A rare opportunity to acquire a curated collection of vintage Czech lounge chairs design...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Upholstery, Beech, Bentwood
George Nakashima Cushion Spindleback Lounge Chairs in American Black Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima for Nakashima Studio, ‘Cushion’ spindleback lounge chairs, American black walnut, reupholstered in “Bold Army” by Pierre Frey, United States, 1959
These quintessent...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Set of Exposed Walnut Framework Barrel Lounge Chairs, C. 1950s
By Kodawood
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning pair of sculptural chairs by Kodawood, circa 1960s, fully restored by Stamford Modern. Featuring exposed frames in medium walnut and reupholstered in natural velvet, these...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Velvet, Walnut
Collden, Lounge Chairs, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine and fabric lounge chairs produced by Collden, Sweden, c. 1970s.
Dimensions (inches): 35.75” H x 33.25” W x 38.75” D
Seat Height (inches): 14”
Arm Height (inches): ...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Fabric, Pine
1960's Olive Brown Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic leather chair with ottoman in olive brown buffalo leather raised on rosewood legs. This rare model which resembles the fabled model V11 was designed by Illum Wikkelsø and m...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Leather, Rosewood
Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Caviúna, Fabric, Brazil, 1961
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of caviúna wood and beige fabric lounge chairs designed and produced for the Hotel Nacional de Brasília, Brazil, c. 1961.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 31” H x 27.5” W x 30.5”...
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Early Eero Saarinen "Womb" Cognac Leather Chair for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Iron
"Consul" Lounge Chair & Ottoman With Tray by Ekornes Stressless, Norway 1980's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage lounge chair and ottoman designed and manufactured in Norway by Ekornes Stressless.
The piece is made in a combination of wood and leather, the chair has an integrated round swivel table...
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1980s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Svend Skipper “Model 91” Lounge Chair for Skippers Møbler, Denmark 1960s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
To connect today’s modern styles with the craftsmanship of the past, it’s essential to understand how to care for your furniture. This rare pair of Svend Skipper Model 91, also known...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Teak
Gelli Móveis, Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and white fabric lounge chair with ottoman produced by Gelli Indústria de Móveis, Brazil, c. 1950s.
Reupholstered in brand new fabric.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 27” H x 2...
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Swedish Mid Century Modern, A Pair of Lounge Chairs in Elm & Lambswool, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A pair of Swedish Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs from the 1960s, featuring curved elm armrests that lend a sleek and organic touch to the design. The chairs have been expertly reup...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Lambskin, Sheepskin, Wool, Elm
Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood and off-white fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 35.125"H x 24.5"W x 31.5"D
Seat Height (inches): 16.25"
A...
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Paul Laszlo, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
An wood and beige fabric lounge chair designed by Paul Laszlo and produced by Brown Saltman, USA, c. 1950s.
Reupholstered in brand new fabric. Touch-ups carried out to wood.
Dimens...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Italian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Pine, Fabric, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine and white fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Italy, c. 1970s.
Reupholstered in brand new fabric.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 23.75” H x 22.675” W x 36” D...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Pine
Set of 2 Lounge Chairs by Kai Lyngfeld Larsen in Teak, Denmark, 1960's
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Famous model 501 teak lounge chair, also known as the 'Japan' chair, for Søborg Møbler by Kai Lyngfeld Larsen.
Very comfortable and sturdy set of 2 loung...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
Arne Wahl Iversen Armchair with Ottoman in Teak and Camel Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Wahl Iversen for Komfort, lounge chair with ottoman, leather, teak, Denmark, 1960s.
A lounge set by Arne Wahl Iversen for Komfort, characteristic for its clean-lined design and...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Large size Womb Chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in Red Fabric & Chrome Frame
Located in Seattle, WA
Womb chair by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in custom order Red fabric and chrome leg. Original Knoll Tag under the chair. The fabric is in overall good shape, there's a few spots where th...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Milo Baughman Sculptural Walnut Reclining Chair for James Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Jorge Zalszupin, Lounge Chairs, Leatherette, Fabric, Brazil, 1969
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of red leatherette and pink fabric "Cubo" lounge chairs designed by Jorge Zalszupin and produced by L'Atelier, Brazil, c. 1969.
Several tears of various sizes in leather on ...
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Faux Leather
Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in New Zealand Taupe Sheepskin
Located in Saint Louis, US
Relax and unwind in this beautifully comfortable original Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and ottoman set. The chair is accompanied by an ottoman of which both are fully reupholstered in hi...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Italian Designer, Sizable Lounge Chair, Rattan, Fabric, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A sizable lounge chair or daybed designed and produced in Italy, c. 1970s.
Reupholstered in brand new fabric.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 57” H x 70.5” W x 51” D
Seat Height (inc...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla Lounge Chair with Ottoman, new canvas
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Bruno Mathsson Pernilla lounge chair with ottoman, new original canvas upholstery.
Frame in lacquered beech.
Made by DUX.
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1980s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Canvas
Old Hickory, Lounge Chair, Oak, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and blue velvet lounge chair produced by Old Hickory, USA, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 35.0"H x 44.0"W x 34.0"D
Seat Height (inches): 18.5"
Arm Height (inches): ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina 'Bastiano' Lounge Chair in Leather
Located in Barcelona, ES
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina 'Bastiano' lounge chair, leather, wood, Italy, 1960
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Beautiful architectural Tobia Scarpa Ba...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of His and Her Lounge Chairs by Guillerme et Chambron in White Oak
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of his (Romeo) and her (Juliette) lounge chairs in white oak by Guillerme and Chambron, for Votre Maison. France circa 1950's
A beautifully restored pair of “Romeo et Juliette” ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Eames 670 Rosewood Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman for Herman Miller (A)
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 black leather and enhanced even further with a rich Brazi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Antonio Citterio B&B Italia Diesis Lounge Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic pair of Italian armless lounge chairs designed by Antonio Citterio and Paolo Nava for B&B Italia in the 1970's. The mid-century modern design features a polished aluminum fram...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Midcentury Le Corbusier LC2 for Cassina Petit Modele
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Vintage LC2 Armchair by Le Corbusier, Perriand & Jeanneret – Stamped Cassina
Offered for your consideration is an iconic LC2 armchair, co-designed by Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perrian...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Carlo Hauner Attribution, Lounge Chair, Wood, Brass, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
By Carlo Hauner
Located in High Point, NC
A wood, brass and light pink fabric lounge or slipper chair attributed to Carlo Hauner, Italy, c. 1950s.
Light discoloration to wooden legs. Reupholstered in brand new fabric.
Over...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Brazilian Designer, Chaise Longue, Iron, Fabric, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered iron and beige fabric chaise longue designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s.
Reupholstered in brand new fabric.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 33.5” H x 26.25” W ...
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Pair of Antonio Citterio for Flexform Timeless Scissor Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic pair of mid-century modern timeless scissor chairs designed by Antonio Citterio for Flexform. The chairs feature a chromed steel scissor frame with dark brown bonded leather...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Percival Lafer MP-41 Lounge Chairs for Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Percival Lafer
Manufacturer: Craft Associates® Furniture
Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern
Specs: Walnut, leather
These Percival Lafer MP-41 loun...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Teiza Isu by Junzo Sakakura and Daisaku Cho
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It was designed by Daisaku Cho to compose the Japan booth at the Milan Triennale held in 1960.
At that time, he belonged to the architectural research institute of Mr. Junzo Sakakura...
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1970s Japanese Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
Walnut Lounge Chairs by Jens Risom, C. 1950s
By Jens Risom
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning pair of walnut lounge chairs by Danish-American designer Jens Risom, circa 1950s. Expertly restored by Stamford Modern, the solid walnut frames feature a rich natural fini...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Midcentury Modern "Teve" Chair in Sheepskin/Shearling Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1955
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
The "TeVe-chair" by Alf Svensson for Ljungs Industrier made in Sweden 1955.
The chair given that typical Scandinavian minimalistic design and are very comfortable. This one with all ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Harry Bertoia Bird Chair w/ Ottoman for Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A unique Mid Century Bird lounge chair with matching ottoman called that because of it's nest like seat design by Harry Bertoia , sculptor , artist and furniture craftsman . Bertoia ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wire
American Designer, Lounge Chairs, Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo, rattan and green fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in the US, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 30.75” H x 27” W x 30” D
Seat Height (inches): 19.5”...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
Black Leather Ojai Lounge Chair by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ojai lounge chair features a solid white oak or solid walnut base and a single tufted leather cushion with leather straps.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmad...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chair, Iron, Wood, Velvet, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An iron, wood and brown velvet lounge chair designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s.
The metal frame presents with very heavy oxidation.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 31” H x 25.5...
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1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Pair Of Mid Century Folding Chairs Papercord, Yugoslavia 1970s
Located in München, BY
Pair of mid-century folding chairs made of walnut and woven papercord. Manufactured around 1970 in Yugoslavia.
A fantastic set of two vintage folding chairs in the style of Hans J. ...
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1970s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Roberto Menghi Pair of 'Hall' Lounge Chairs for Arflex 1958
Located in Tilburg, NL
Roberto Menghi Pair of 'Hall' Lounge Chairs for Arflex, designed in 1958. Italy.
New, current production.
We are at the end of the ‘50s: an interesting series of armchairs and sof...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Lounge Chairs, Walnut, Webbing, Mohair, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut, webbing and green mohair fabric lounge chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, 1950s.
Reupholstered in br...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Pair Lounge Chairs by T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Located in Portland, OR
Fantastic pair of sculptural bleached walnut lounge chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. These are fully restored with ultra luxe mohair cushions. Dowel back with...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Ash
Carrillo Lounge Chair by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Carrillo lounge chair features a curved solid wood frame and upholstered seating.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles, California. Reach out to...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Razorblade Danish Brutalist Lounge Chair Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s Danish
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Kjærnulf's lounge chair, known as the "Razorblade," epitomizes Danish Modern design from the 1960s. Crafted from dark oak with original upholstery by Nyrup Møbelfabrik, its u...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
Rattan Longue Chair By Egon Eiermann Model E10 1940s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Egon Eiermann Longue Chair Model E10 Germany 1949
Category
1940s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Warren Platner Lounge Chairs in Sapphire Velvet, A Pair
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now we have 2 pairs of Warren Platner Lounge Chairs. Priced per pair these chairs are a sublime fusion of opulence and iconic design that are timelessly chic. Crafted to perfection, these lounge chairs are not merely pieces of furniture; they are functional pieces or art.
Enveloped in a sumptuous deep sapphire velvet, these lounge chairs redefine comfort and style. The allure of the plush upholstery beckons you to sink into a world of indulgence, with the rich velvety texture against your skin, a tactile symphony that will elevate your relaxation to an art form.
Warren Platner was a luminary in the world of modern design, Platner's career was marked by a relentless pursuit of innovation and elegance. Trained as an architect, he seamlessly transitioned into the realm of furniture design, leaving an indelible mark with his distinctive creations.
Platner's ingenuity was particularly evident in his collaboration with Knoll, a legendary name in the world of modern furniture. Founded in 1938 by Hans Knoll and later joined by his wife Florence Knoll, the company became synonymous with cutting-edge design and a commitment to quality craftsmanship. Knoll became a trailblazer, collaborating with visionaries like Warren Platner to create pieces that would go on to define an era.
The Platner Lounge Chairs, with their unique design and quality materials, stand as a testament to the enduring legacy of both Warren Platner and Knoll. These chairs aren't just pieces of furniture; they are collectors' items, highly sought after by those who appreciate the intersection of art and functionality.
In a world where trends come and go, the Platner Lounge Chairs stand the test of time. They aren't just a place to sit; they are an experience, a visual and tactile journey into the lap of luxury. Owning these chairs isn't just a choice; it's an affirmation of a lifestyle that values the finer things – where comfort meets design, and every piece of furniture is a statement.
These chairs would look incredible in any mid century modern, contemporary or modern environment. We currently have these chairs in our gallery alongside other iconic pieces, and Arne Jacobsen egg chair, and Eero Saarinen dining set...
Category
1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Nickel
Strips Long Lounger by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1960s
By Arflex, Cini Boeri
Located in amstelveen, NL
Very rare strips lounger by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1960s, It is reupholstered in a sand color recycled fabric. The upholstery can be zipped off so you can snuggle under a blanket. On...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Set of 2 "Gena" Lounge Chairs by Claudio Vagnoni for 1P Italy, 1969
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of 2 Gena Lounge chairs by Claudio Vagnoni for 1P Italy, 1969
Stunning set of model 'Gena' lounge chairs designed by Claudio Vagnoni for 1P Italy in 1969...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Eero Saarinen Mid-Century Modern Womb Chair and Ottoman
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern womb lounge chair and ottoman
Designed by Eero Saarinen
USA, Circa Late 20th Century
Measures:
Chair: 37.5"W x 39"D x 35"H. Seat Height: 17". Ar...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair Erwin Lambeth for Tomlinson Sophisticate Lounge Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hollywood Regency lounge chairs from the Sophisticate Collection for Tomlinson, 1950's; each stylish walnut and upholstered lounge chair with convex front and incurved back fitted wi...
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Set of Exposed Walnut Framework Barrel Lounge Chairs, C. 1950s
By Kodawood
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning pair of sculptural chairs by Kodawood, circa 1960s, fully restored by Stamford Modern. Featuring exposed frames in medium walnut and reupholstered in natural velvet, these...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
1970s Lowback “1-2-3” Chair by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen, Denmark
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A beautiful “1-2-3” highback easy chair, a famous design by Verner Panton, manufactured by Fritz Hansen in Denmark around 1970.
It has a round aluminum metal base and beautiful tuft...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Gio Ponti walnut and velvet pair of lounge chairs by Casa e Giardino, Italy 1936
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A rare pair of armchairs with walnut frame and powder pink velvet upholstery, Design by Gio Ponti, "Casa e Giardino" Catalogue, Italian production. Presented at the VI Triennale di M...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Danish Modern, A Pair of Highback Lounge Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A stunning pair of Danish modern lounge chairs in the style of Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf. Made in oak and reupholstered cushions in a great quality shearling lambswool. Made in 1950s ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Oak
Cassina Longue Chaior 829 By Gio Ponti for Hotel Parco Dei Principi Sorento 1960
By Gio Ponti
Located in Čelinac, BA
Gio Ponti Longue Chair for Cassina Made for Hotel Parco Dei Principi Sorrento 1960.Chair is in original condition.
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Danish 1940's Easy Lounge Chair with Amber Shearling and Wooden Armrests
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Sublime lounge chair in the style of Viggo Boesen most likely made by Slagelse Mobelvaerk of Denmark sometime in the 1940s. This supercool low swung chair in unmarked but has the ch...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
A three legged pine sling chair - France - 1970s
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
This rare tripod sling chair from the 1970s is a striking example of architectural minimalism and refined craftsmanship. Constructed entirely from solid pine wood, the frame features...
Category
1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Pine
Mid-century Modern lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage lounge chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lounge chairs, popular names associated with this style include Knoll, Milo Baughman, Lawson-Fenning, and Artifort. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for lounge chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $11 and tops out at $97,000 while the average work can sell for $4,382.