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Founders Furniture Company Lounge Chairs

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Founders Furniture Company was a short-lived 20th-century American brand that produced enduring mid-century modern designs. The company's streamlined dressers, lounge chairs and coffee tables feature solid wood construction and simple but elegant designs.

The history of Founders Furniture Company began in 1946 when it was established as a subsidiary of Knoll Inc., an esteemed manufacturer known mainly at the time for its pioneering workplace furniture — largely owing to the work of visionary designer Florence Knoll — so it launched Founders as its residential division.

During its years of operation, Founders hired celebrated American modernist designers like Milo Baughman and David Parmelee, who created sleek commodes and sideboards in mahogany and rosewood for the brand. Michigan native Jack Cartwright, a designer at Heritage during the 1950s, also worked at Founders as head designer before moving on to start his eponymous furniture company in 1963.

Founders continued operations until 1965 when Thomasville Furniture acquired it. Established in 1904 in North Carolina — home to other iconic mid-century brands such as Drexel and Broyhill — Thomasville expanded significantly during the 1960s and purchased several other American furniture manufacturers.

Today, the timeless styles and exceptional craftsmanship associated with Founders Furniture Company pieces continue to render them desirable even for today’s interiors.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Founders case pieces, seating, tables and more.

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Creator: Founders Furniture Company
Pair of Polished Aluminum & Linen Lounge Chairs in the Manner of Harvey Probber
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Polished aluminum frame lounge chairs, in the manner of Harvey Probber, with ivory silk/linen blended upholstery. Unexpected details come in the form of exposed oversized flat head s...
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1960s American Vintage Founders Furniture Company Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum

Milo Baughman Style Founders Mid Century Chrome Base Swivel Chairs - Pair
By Milo Baughman, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman Style Founders Mid Century Chrome Base Swivel Chairs - Pair Each swivel chair measures: 28 wide x 31 deep x 24.75 high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height/chair c...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Founders Furniture Company Lounge Chairs

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Pair of Extruded Aluminum and Velvet Sling Lounge Chairs by Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Fabulous matched pair of extruded aluminum and velvet slung lounge chairs manufactured by Founders, Classic elegance, extremely comfortable, amazing quality, flawless welds, joints, ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Founders Furniture Company Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum

Pair of Aluminum Frame Upholstered Chairs in the Style of Harvey Probber
By Founders Furniture Company, Harvey Probber
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pair of aluminum frame chairs upholstered in a soft grey corduroy in the style of Harvey Probber. Manufacturer, Founders Furniture Company.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Founders Furniture Company Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum

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Founders Furniture Company lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Founders Furniture Company lounge chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Founders Furniture Company lounge chairs, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original lounge chairs by Founders Furniture Company were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider lounge chairs by Arthur Umanoff, Byron Botker, and Roger Sprunger. Prices for Founders Furniture Company lounge chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,500 and can go as high as $12,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,400.
Questions About Founders Furniture Company Lounge Chairs
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