The suave architect and interior designer Paul Laszlo made his reputation in Hollywood, where his clients included Barbara Stanwyck, Cary Grant and Elizabeth Taylor. He was aligned to no artistic or design movements, relying on his own carefully honed instincts to create his celebrated lounge chairs, tables, dressers and other furnishings. From the late 1930s to the 1960s, Laszlo’s name was a byword for sumptuous modernity among members of the smart set.
Born in Hungary in 1900, Laszlo learned about quality from his father, a prosperous furniture manufacturer. He studied design in Vienna and had his technical training in Stuttgart, Germany, where, at age 27, he established an upscale design business that gained an international reputation. Nine years later, with the Nazis in power, Laszlo, a Jew, left Germany for the United States and made his way to Los Angeles. There, he established an interior design office in Beverly Hills and was pleased to find that his Stuttgart credentials carried weight.
While he took many commercial assignments for American department stores, custom residential work was Laszlo’s stock in trade. He turned his hand to every element in a room, “down to the last ashtray,” Time magazine once wrote. Like his clients, Laszlo appreciated luxury — not the luxury of rare and precious materials, but the luxury of rich colors and textures, and deep comforts. He had a contemporary élan, exemplified by spaces that were bright, airy, uncluttered and up-to-date.
The classic earmarks of Laszlo’s furnishings are generous proportions and, in the case of his Paddle and Plank armchairs, namesake armrests that are flat and wide, the perfect spot to rest a cocktail. His case goods, tables and dining chairs have clean, elegant lines; they are simply formed yet warm, with interesting details such as woven veneer door fronts.
In recent years, Laszlo’s designs have found a new audience among fans of his easygoing modernism. Prices are in the neighborhood of $5,000 for his vintage cabinets, and from $8,000 to upwards of $20,000 for seating pieces, which are generally found in pairs or groups of six or more.
There was a reason that Laszlo’s work was so admired in the mid-20th century: every design contributes to an environment that is comfortable and elegant — at once robust and relaxed.
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$44,550 / set
Pair of Scrolled-Arm Chairs by Paul László, 1940s
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of extremely dramatic slipper chairs designed by Paul Laszlo, undoubtedly breathes the late Art Deco Period of the 1940's. Generously proportioned each chair embodies the sheer ...
Upholstery, Wood
Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman Lounge and Chair and Ottoman
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman Lounge and Chair and Ottoman. The Max comfort Chair has a channeled back with large padded armrests, The Ottoman is customized to match the chair. We re...
Upholstery, Oak
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...
Fabric, Wood
Paul Laszlo Attribution, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1940s
By Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and white bouclé fabric lounge chair attributed to Paul Laszlo, USA, 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 13.75" Arm Height (inches): 21.25" All items ship from High Point, North C...
Fabric, Wood
Paul Laszlo Scroll Lounge Chair
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Slipper chair by Paul Laszlo c.1940s, USA. The chair, piping and buttons are all finished in cotton-linen blend fabrics from Rogers and Goffigon. The textured oatmeal fabric alongsid...
Cotton, Linen, Upholstery, Walnut
Paul Laszlo Mid Century Scroll Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Paul Laszlo Mid Century Scroll Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 31 wide x 32 deep x 29 high, with a seat height of 16 inches Fair Vintage Condition - Chairs will Need to b...
Upholstery, 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...
Fabric, Wood
Paul Laszlo, Lounge Chair, Oak, Velvet, USA, 1950s
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and green velvet lounge chair designed by Paul Laszlo and produced by Brown Saltman, USA, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 30” H x 30” W x 34.5” D Seat Height (inches): 15" Arm Height...
Velvet, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Boucle and Leather Armchairs by Paul Laszlo
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a pair of 1950s armchairs by the architect Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman, a testament to mid-century American design at its finest. These exceptional c...
Leather, Bouclé, Mahogany, Walnut
$3,399
H 26.78 in W 22.05 in D 19.69 in
Early Charles & Ray Eames LCW Lounge Chair, Evans Production, USA 1940s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Evans Products Company
Located in GORINCHEM, NL
Designed in 1946 by Charles and Ray Eames, the LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) remains one of the most celebrated and influential furniture designs of the twentieth century. Developed as par...
Rubber, Ash
$14,800 / set
H 28.75 in W 28 in D 26.25 in
Paul Laszlo Attribution, Lounge Chairs, Mahogany, Velvet, USA, 1950s
By Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bleached mahogany and green velvet lounge chairs attributed to Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman, USA, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.75"H x 28.0"W x 26.25"D Seat ...
Velvet, Mahogany
$5,200 / set
H 28 in W 22 in D 20 in
Pair of Vintage Diminutive Walnut and Leather Slipper Chairs by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1960s American Modern Slipper / lounge chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Elegant, long tapered legs in walnut boast a dramatic flare in the back, adding a stylistic...
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Slipper Chairs
By Edward Wormley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of Classic Edward Wormley for Dunbar slipper chairs. Frames redone in high gloss black lacquer finish. New upholstery. ...
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Rattan "Chistera" Chairs, France 1950's
By Joseph-André Motte
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Chistera Rattan chairs on tripod legs, the design reminiscent of Motte famous version, not sure which came first but we've never seen those before.
Brass
Milo Baughman, Scoop Lounge Chair, Iron, Brown Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Stamford, CT
Milo Baughman, American Mid-Century Modern, Iron, Brown Fabric, "Scoop" Lounge Chair, USA, 1950s A lacquered iron and beige fabric "Scoop" lounge chair designed by Milo Baughman for...
Iron
$4,100 / set
H 26 in W 25 in D 34 in
Lounge Chairs & Ottoman by Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Greene for Brown Jordan
By Brown Jordan
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular classic mid-century modern outdoor lounge chairs with a single matching ottoman designed by Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Greene and manufactured by Brown-Jordan in the 1...
Aluminum
Orange Midcentury Cocktail Lounge Chair by Theo Ruth
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A midcentury cocktail chair by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s. Upholstered with the original rust orange fabric. Lovely proportions and lines in a high end production.
Fabric, Beech
$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 34 in W 34 in D 36 in
Folke Ohlsson For Dux ‘Profil’ Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Chicago, IL
Folke Ohlsson for Dux of Sweden ‘Profil’ lounge chair and ottoman. This is an iconic Swedish design by Ohlsson for two particular reasons; the firs...
Upholstery, Teak
Pair of Paul Laszlo Ottomans
By Paul Laszlo
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of Paul Laszlo ottomans. Green laquered notched legs with brass cross stretchers.
Danish 1940s Large Lounge Chair in Wool Fabric Fritz Hansen Style
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautiful 1950s Danish easy chair in the style of Fritz Hansen. Very elegant with distinct shape, precise lines and harmonious proportions. T...
Beech, Wool
$4,900 / set
H 38.25 in W 30 in D 34 in
Paolo Buffa Style, Wingback Lounge Chairs, Fabric, Wood, Italy, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Stamford, CT
Paolo Buffa Style, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Wingback Lounge Chairs, Fabric, Wood, Italy, 1950s Pair of modernist lounge chairs by an unknown maker and produced in Italy in the mi...
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Lounge Chairs in the Style of Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pairing a warm beige upholstery with walnut frames, this vintage pair of lounge chairs are a versatile way to add Mid-Century Modern style to any home, office, or lobby. Their unders...
Fabric, Walnut
$9,855 / set
H 28.25 in W 19 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs or Armchairs by ISA, 1950
By Arredamenti ISA
Located in New York, NY
A Rare and Iconic Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern armchairs or lounge / slipper chairs by ISA Bergamo in walnut and shown with its original silk upholstery. This elegant pair of c...
Upholstery, Hardwood
Vintage Scoop Lounge Chairs by Carter Brothers
By Carter Brothers Inc.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage scoop lounge chairs manufactured by Carter Brothers, circa the 1950s. This mid-century pair of scoop chairs feature a sleek design covered in tufted green leather upholstery ...
Leather, Walnut
Sold
H 31.375 in W 24.625 in D 29 in
Paul Laszlo Attribution, Lounge Chairs, Mahogany, Rattan, USA, 1950s
By Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bleached mahogany and rattan lounge chairs attributed to Paul Laszlo for Glenn of California, USA, c. 1950s. Loss to rattan straw as illustrated. Overall Dimensions (inch...
Rattan, Wood, Mahogany
Paul László, Lounge Chair, Mahogany, Rattan, USA, 1950s
By Glenn of California, Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
A mahogany and rattan lounge chair designed by Paul László and produced by Glenn of California, USA, 1950s. Seat height 14.5”
Rattan, Mahogany
Paul Laslo Double Arm Chair for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in Hanover, MA
California modern chair designed by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman. Oak frame with distinctive double armrests. Tightened and refinished. Awa...
Upholstery, Oak
Restored Paul Lazslo Rattan Two Strand "Staple Arm" Lounge Chair, Pair
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored original 1948 Paul Laszlo two-strand "Staple Arm" lounge chair, featuring two-strand staple-shaped arms and arched base and back. 1948, United States We only purchase and...
Rattan
Restored Paul Lazslo Rattan Two Strand Lounge Chair, Pair
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored original 1948 Paul Laszlo two-strand lounge chair, featuring two-strand staple-shaped arms and arched bases. We only purchase and sell only the best and finest ratta...
Rattan
Sold
H 27.75 in W 29.5 in D 30.5 in
Paul Laszlo, Lounge Chair, Oak, Grey Fabric, Brown Saltman, USA, 1950s
By Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
A grey fabric and oak lounge chair designed by Paul Laszlo and produced by Brown Saltman, USA, 1950s. Seat Height (inches): 15.25" Arm Height (inches): 19.38" All items ship from ...
Fabric, Oak
Oak lounge chair by Paul Laszlo
By Paul Laszlo
Located in San Francisco, CA
An oak lounge chair by Paul László for Glenn of California. The rattan has been replaced with white cotton webbing. The frame would benefit from restoration.
Cotton, Oak
Sold
H 31 in W 30 in D 37 in
Restored Vintage Four-Strand Staple Arm Rattan Lounge Chair Pair by Paul Laszlo
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This four-strand Paul Lazlo rattan lounge chair pair designed by Paul Laszlo features square "staple" pretzel arms and a classic U-shaped base. We only purchase and sell only the be...
Rattan
Paul László, Lounge Chair, Mahogany, Rattan, USA, 1950s
By Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
A mahogany and rattan lounge chair designed and produced by Paul László, USA, 1950s.
Rattan, Mahogany
Sold
H 30.98 in W 30 in D 37 in
Restored Vintage Four-Strand Staple Arm Rattan Lounge Chair by Paul Lazslo
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This four-strand Paul Lazlo rattan lounge chair designed by Paul Lazslo features square Staple Arms pretzel arms and a classic U-shaped base. We only purchase and sell only the bes...
Rattan
Sold
H 29.75 in W 28.25 in D 36 in
Paul László, Lounge Chair, Oak, Green Velvet, Brown Saltman United States, 1950s
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and green velvet lounge chair designed by Paul László and produced by Brown Saltman, USA, 1950s.
Oak, Velvet
Sold
H 26.25 in W 23 in D 22 in
Paul László, Lounge Chair, Oak, White Bouclé, Brown Saltman United States, 1950s
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
A lounge chair / slipper chair. Designed by Paul László for Brown Saltman, 1950s, America. Paul László is considered among the most important California-based interior designer/ar...
Oak, Bouclé
Paul László Chair and Ottoman
By Paul Laszlo
Located in New York, NY
Custom armchair and ottoman by Paul László. Dark stained wood feet and newly upholstered in vintage Italian wool. A custom variant of a chair design that eventually went into product...
Fabric
Pair of Paul Laszlo Cane Lounge Chairs
By Glenn of California, Paul Laszlo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of rare, museum grade lounge chairs by Paul Laszlo for Glenn of California, circa 1950s. The chairs feature an oiled mahogany frame with newly woven cane seat and back. The wo...
Cane, Mahogany
Paul Laszlo "Scissor" Lounge Chairs for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of modern “Scissor” lounge chairs designed by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman in the United States, circa 1950s. This sleek design features a sturdy scissor-like walnut-stained ...
Fabric, Mahogany, Walnut