While many great American furniture brands have come and gone, Bernhardt continues to thrive in its space. Spanning more than 130 years and four generations of family leadership, the company maintains an enduring presence in the modern era. It is a global manufacturer of furniture and home accessories and has garnered widespread acclaim for its signature high-quality craftsmanship. Today Bernhardt lounge chairs, coffee tables and dressers are reliable mainstays in living rooms, bedrooms, offices, school campuses and hospitality properties all over the world.
The company was founded in 1889 by John Bernhardt, a veteran of the sawmill trade who intended to produce durable furniture made of wood from the white oak trees that grew in his native North Carolina. Bernhardt quickly earned a reputation for his exceptionally strong, sturdy, striking pieces and eventually gained competitors in the likes of Broyhill and Kent-Coffey, two Lenoir companies that were established in the early 1900s. Bernhardt created fruitful relationships for distributing his furniture all over the country, and as the business gained steam, the company was able to survive the trials and tribulations of World War I and the Great Depression.
While World War II yielded labor and material shortages, demand for furniture took shape in the postwar years as new homeowners looked to furnish their spaces. Expansion followed for Bernhardt, and in 1958, the company added upholstered furniture to its growing catalog. As often as you can find boxy club chairs in Bernhardt’s inventory that are inspired by iconic designs by Le Corbusier or Milo Baughman, the brand has introduced reproductions of furnishings in period styles such as Chippendale, Hollywood Regency and chinoiserie.
Bernhardt continued to expand over time and, in 1981, added the Bernhardt Design division, which focuses on furnishing offices and public spaces. It entered the new millennium by announcing a licensed furniture partnership with Martha Stewart in 2001. Bernhardt and Stewart have since collaborated on several additional collections. In 2008 and 2009, the company launched two more divisions: Bernhardt Interiors for customizable and high-design furniture and Bernhardt Hospitality to cater to the needs of the hospitality market.
Bernhardt has garnered many prestigious awards over its long history, including multiple Pinnacle Design Achievement Awards from the American Society of Furniture Designers. The company is also a leader in sustainable manufacturing and works with the Sustainable Forestry Initiative and the Forest Stewardship Council.
In 2019, Bernhardt introduced the Bernhardt Exteriors division for high-quality and innovative outdoor furniture. Today, the company operates eight manufacturing facilities and continues to be a leader and trendsetter in the growing worldwide oak furniture market.
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$476Sale Price|20% Off
Post Modern Memphis Style Club Lounge Chair by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in New York, NY
Pure 1980's Postmodern, memphis influence lounge, arm chair. Gutsy tapered legs support the dramatic upholstered seat. Structurally sound and sturdy, unfortunately, the fabric shows ...
Upholstery, Wood
$1,360Sale Price|43% Off
B.2 Lounge Chair Designed by Fabien Baron for Bernhardt in Green Patent Leather
By Bernhardt
Located in Pasadena, TX
A B.2 lounge chair designed by Fabien Baron for Bernhardt. B.2 lounge chair features a brushed nickel frame in textured green leather uphols...
Patent Leather, Foam
$4,525Sale Price / set|20% Off
Distressed Bernhardt Lounge Chairs, Chrome & Yellow Fabric, 1960s
By Bernhardt
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Bernhardt lounge chairs in chrome and yellow upholstery. The chairs have vintage upholstery. We are offering also reupholstery in our in house workshop.
Chrome
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chrome X-Base Lounge Chairs, Bernhardt, Circa 1970s
By Bernhardt
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chrome X-Base Lounge Chairs, Bernhardt, Circa 1970s This rare pair of Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs dates to the 1970s and blends the influences of two...
Chrome
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Brass Lounge Chairs by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent pair of mid-century modern design lounge chairs featuring brass frames. The iconic design by Milo Baughman is elevated by the highly polished brass finish. The frames are uph...
Brass
As is Milo Baughman style Bernhardt Flair swivel tilt barrel back lounge chair
By Bernhardt, Flair, Milo Baughman
Located in Ferndale, MI
Decorator designer special . Swivel and tilt barrel back lounge chair in as is condition . Completely original worn fabric . Never reupholstered or compromised ready for clients choi...
Upholstery, Wood
$560Sale Price / item|20% Off
Bernhardt Balance Red Lounge Chair (4 Available)
By Bernhardt
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a nice lounge chair by Bernhardt Furniture. Called the Balance chair, it has a wire x base for overall stability. It has a rich red pattern upholstery. A nice fit for any room.
Steel
$5,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Sensational Pair Milo Baughman Style Chrome Open Back Cube Chairs Mid-Century
By Bernhardt
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Sensational pair of Milo Baughman style open back chrome cube chairs. They are from Bernhardt’s Flair collection. The open backs appear to f...
Chrome
$9,800Sale Price / set|30% Off
Milo Baughman Style Lounge Chairs with T-Leg Walnut Base and New Upholstery
By O.B. Solie, Bernhardt, Flair
Located in Dallas, TX
A fairly rare design in the style of Milo Baughman by O. B. Solie for Bernhardt/Flair. They have new upholstery in a chenille fabric of high quality. The bases are walnut and in a T-...
Upholstery, Walnut
Bernhardt Furniture Club Lounge Chairs in Alpaca & Walnut Bases by Flair, Pair
By Bernhardt, Flair
Located in Stamford, CT
There are a handful of furniture manufacturers known for their unique approach to design as well as their commitment to quality. It’s companies like these who’ve been able to survive...
Fabric, Wool, Alpaca, Walnut
Bernhardt Modern Lounge Chair
By Bernhardt, Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Modern upholstered lounge club box shape chair by Bernhardt.
Mid Century Post Modern Swivel Lounge Chairs or Slipper Chairs by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A contemporary matching pair of swivel lounge chairs produced by Bernhardt. These feature polished stainless swivel bases in a bronze color Naugahyde upholstery.
Stainless Steel
Set of Two (2) Flair Lounge Chairs by Bernhardt Flair in Chrome, USA, c. 1970's
By Bernhardt
Located in Deland, FL
The perfect amalgamation of comfort and style these exquisite chairs are a must-have for any collector's office or even home setting. Produced by Flair, a Bernhardt company, in the mid to late 1970's these luxurious chairs boast architectural lines that are as bold as they are beautiful. The chrome, in excellent original condition, is perfectly off-set by the pleasing knit grey upholstery and can blend perfectly with a myriad of design aesthetics from modern, industrial, mid-century modern or contemporary. These elegant arm chairs...
Chrome
Modern Bernhardt Design Mitt Lounge Chair in Lagoon Blue
By Bernhardt
Located in Chicago, IL
Modern Bernhardt Design Mitt lounge chair in Lagoon blue with white stitching with handle The Mitt Lounge designed by El Salvadoran Designers Harry...
Fabric
Pair of 1970s Flat Steel Chrome Lounge Chairs, Milo Baughman Inspired
By Bernhardt
Located in Buffalo, NY
Elegant Bernhardt chrome lounge chair Inspired by the chair designs of Milo Baughman and Mies Van der Rohe's (Barcelona Chair) Newly reupholstered,...
Chrome
$6,000 / set
Tufted Club Chairs by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of barrel back club chairs by Bernhardt features stylish flat chrome cantilever bases with tufted vintage fabric. Wonderful mix of Mid-Century style and timeless c...
Chrome
Vintage-Style Brown Leather Club Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Vintage-style brown leather club chair. Crafted of luxurious top grain leather in warm brown color, this stylish and comfortable chair is per...
Leather
$16,500 / set
H 31 in W 30 in D 35 in
Gorgeous Pair of Green Milo Baughman Tilt and Swivel Lounge Brass Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
This pair of modern chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin from the 1980s. These chairs are reminiscent of open scallop shells, the s...
Brass
Pair of Fabien Baron for Berhardt Design B.3 Lounge Chairs
Located in St. Louis, MO
Paris born Fabien Baron designed b.3 lounge chairs for Bernhardt Design. Brushed nickel frames, with blended fiber wool like upholstery. Gently used, 2015...
Nickel
$1,836Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 33.75 in D 33.25 in
Milo Baughman Style Club Chair by Bassett, Grey Velvet, Mid-Century
By Bassett Furniture, Milo Baughman
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Stately, bold, and unapologetically sculptural, this cube-shaped club chair from the 1970s marries architectural assertiveness with inviting comfort. Inspired by the celebrated aesthetic of Milo Baughman, its form exudes masculine confidence—broad, grounded, and strikingly geometric. The deep seat and thick, plush cushions envelop the sitter in luxurious repose, offering a high seat height balanced by an essence of solidity. Restored with a tactful eye, the frame has been meticulously refinished while preserving its noble proportions; only a discreet scratch remains. The reupholstered cover in sumptuous grey velvet enhances the tactile allure. Crafted by Bassett Furniture Company—established in Virginia in 1902—this chair reflects decades of American craftsmanship. The company’s roots in solid wood construction and simple, elegant proportions shine through in this modernist masterpiece. This 1970s Cubist...
Upholstery, Oak, Velvet, Fabric
Pair of Milo Baughman Parsons Style Lounge Pull-Up Chairs
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Milo Baughman Parsons style lounge pull-up chairs. Slightly curved backs button tufted cotton Velvet fabric gently used. Measure: Seat height 17".
Velvet
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 24 in W 37 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Pod Lounge Club Chair in the Manner of Tobia Scarpa
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Wayne, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Italian Faux leather pod lounge club chair in the Manner of Tobia Scarpa . If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , ple...
Fabric
Danish Modern Lounge Chair in the style of Kurt Ostervig
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique upholstered Kurt Ostervig influenced lounge chair with teak tapered legs and hand rests. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
Tapestry, Upholstery
Guillerme & Chambron, Lounge Chair, Oak, Fabric, France, 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and brown fabric lounge chair with folding side table designed by Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron and produced by Votre Maison, France, c. 1960. Original vintage fabric...
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Mid Century Swivel Barrel Lounge Chairs, 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century modern swivel barrel chairs designed and manufactured in the United States, circa 1960s. This inviting pair captures the playful curves and relaxed sophistication that ma...
Fabric
Pair of Milo Baughman Cube Chrome Lounge Chairs
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A striking pair of 1970's chrome Mid-Century lounge chairs by Milo Baughman featuring original jack Lenor larsen mico velvet rarely seen with this frame style. chairs are in overa...
Chrome
$6,435Sale Price|35% Off
H 30 in W 27 in D 34 in
Vintage Mid-Century Barrel Swivel Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pasadena, TX
Milo Baughman Milo Ray Baughman, Jr., was one of the leading modern furniture designers of the second half of the 20th century. His uniquely American designs were forward-thinking...
Walnut
$4,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 30 in W 32 in D 32 in
Pair of Mid Century Florence Knoll Lounge chairs with chrome base
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid Century Florence Knoll Red / Orange Lounge chairs with chrome base. Pair of 1960s Lounge Chairs for Knoll International designed 1954. Both have Knoll upholstery and poli...
Chrome, Steel
Sold
H 36.25 in W 26.5 in D 34.25 in
Martha Stewart for Bernhardt French Chippendale Style Faux Bamboo Lounge Chair
By Martha Stewart, Bernhardt
Located in Peabody, MA
A timeless French Chippendale style armchair lounge from a late 1990s collection designed by Martha Stewart for Bernhardt Furniture. Its well proportioned, amber toned faux bamboo li...
Upholstery, Faux Bamboo
Sold
H 39 in W 32 in D 32 in
Flair for Bernhardt Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Chrome/Leather/Oak after Eames
By Bernhardt, Flair, Hudson's Bay Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Made in the 1970s, it pains us somewhat to call this an Eame's inspired copy since its look is so unique and makes dramatic changes compared to a 670/671. Taking a step back, they sh...
Steel, Chrome
Sold
H 27 in W 29 in D 28.5 in
Tan Leather & Brushed Nickel Lounge Chairs by Fabien Baron -Bernhardt 4 Avail
By Bernhardt, Bernhardt Design
Located in Hudson, NY
Simply stunning 'B3' Lounge Chair designed by Fabien Baron for Bernhardt. Bernhardt has upped it game with this stunning design. These chairs were custom made with a butter soft tann...
Nickel
Sold
H 27 in W 29 in D 28.5 in
PAIR of Tan Leather & Brushed Nickel Lounge Chairs by Fabien Baron 4 Avail
By Bernhardt, Bernhardt Design
Located in Hudson, NY
Simply stunning 'B3' Lounge Chair designed by Fabien Baron for Bernhardt. Bernhardt has upped it game with this stunning design. These chairs were custom made with a butter soft tann...
Nickel
Sold
H 29 in W 25 in D 32 in
Pair of Post Modern Bauhaus Style Leather and Chrome Lounge Chairs by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Peabody, MA
A pair of postmodern Bauhaus inspired “Brellin” chairs by Bernhardt upholstered in leather with chrome frame.
Chrome
Sold
H 37 in W 27 in D 32 in
Pair of Faux Bamboo Chinese Chippendale Lounge Chairs Martha Stewart Bernhardt
By Martha Stewart, Bernhardt
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Martha Stewart for Bernhardt faux bamboo Chinese Chippendale lounge chairs, wood frames with fabric cushions. Fabric has some spots, we recommend recovering the cushions. We ...
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 33 in W 34 in D 36 in
Contemporary Modern Bernhardt Rigby White Tufted Leather Swivel Lounge Chair
By Bernhardt
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A contemporary modern Bernhardt Rigby white tufted leather swivel accent lounge chair. This is an extremely fun piece of furniture with a beautiful des...
Leather
Sold
H 34 in W 28 in D 29 in
Pair Midcentury Parsons Style Lounge Chairs by Bernhardt, After Milo Baughman
By Bernhardt, Milo Baughman
Located in Decatur, GA
Classic pair of mid 1970's Parsons style arm chairs by Bernhardt. Stout and sturdy American craftsmanship and a timeless design classic. Full restoration by our in house artisans on ...
Chenille
Walden Chair by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Saint Louis, US
These triplet set of chairs sports a polished cast aluminum frame. The chair host a plush and plump distressed leather cushion with a combination foam/feather insert. The shaggy shea...
Aluminum
Bernhardt Lounge Chairs, 1970s
By Bernhardt
Located in Chicago, IL
upholstered in their original black / dark charcoal corduroy with a lovely chrome base
Fabric
Sold
H 33 in W 35 in D 32 in
Bernhardt Lawson American Casual Style Lounge Chairs Very Comfortable, a Pair
By Bernhardt
Located in Secaucus, NJ
This high-end quality pair of lounge chairs by Bernhardt, are very comfortable and extremely supportive. Features a firmly stuffed back cushion with rolled arms and loose seat cushio...
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Style Cube Lounge Club Chairs by in Black Leather
By Bernhardt, Florence Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bernhardt cube club chairs. Simple cubist form with clean lines curved top arm rests. These club or lounge chairs ...
Leather