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Steve Chase Seating

American, 1941-1994

Steve Chase lived in and worked out of Palm Springs, California, but he created luxury spaces and furniture for projects that took shape all over the world. A consummate art collector and brilliant interior designer, Chase was involved in every aspect of the rooms he designed and attracted many high-profile clients, including Gerald and Betty Ford, Farrah Fawcett and Gene Hackman.

Chase was born in New Hampshire and attended the Rhode Island School of Design as well as the ArtCenter in Los Angeles. After completing his studies, he joined Arthur Elrod and Associates — a celebrated Palm Springs-based firm that created colorful interiors and furniture for a range of Hollywood stars and more during the height of the mid-century modern era. Chase worked with Elrod for more than a decade before establishing his own business in 1980.

Chase designed his furniture to meet the sensibilities and personalities of his clients, and his work ranged from the traditional to the tastefully unconventional. While he created sculptural brass side tables that boast striking brutalist forms, there were also understated chrome-framed coffee tables with fossil shell tops. For his seating, Chase’s palette ranged from bright pastels to modest earth tones, and his vintage sofas are known for their signature tufted-channel backrests and seats. The plush cushioning was most prevalent in his Monterey seating collection of chairs, sectionals and sofas manufactured by the firm Martin Brattrud Inc., which produced most of Chase's designs during the 1970s and '80s.

Chase supported a number of charitable organizations and strongly advocated for the Desert AIDS Project (DAP), a volunteer-led initiative to combat the HIV epidemic in Coachella Valley. He lent his design talents to improve their office space, and used his influence with celebrities to enlist their help on the project. Chase also joined the Contemporary Art Council Acquisitions Committee at the Palm Springs Art Museum and eventually bequeathed more than 130 works to the institution when he passed away in 1994.

In 1996, the DAP created the annual Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards to honor him. Today he is remembered for his humanitarian giving as often he is for his furniture designs and lively interiors.

On 1stDibs, explore an array of vintage Steve Chase chairs, tables and lighting.

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Creator: Steve Chase
Monumental 1980s 3 Piece Sofa by Steve Chase
Monumental 1980s 3 Piece Sofa by Steve Chase

Monumental 1980s 3 Piece Sofa by Steve Chase

By Steve Chase, A. Rudin, Martin Brattrud

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This MASSIVE 3 piece sofa by Steve Chase is a sight to behold. Measuring in at just under 15 feet across, it is a real statement maker. The slightly asym...

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20th Century Post-Modern Steve Chase Seating

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Fabric

Mauve Leather and Charcoal Gray Daybed by Mirak for Steve Chase
Mauve Leather and Charcoal Gray Daybed by Mirak for Steve Chase

Mauve Leather and Charcoal Gray Daybed by Mirak for Steve Chase

By Steve Chase

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A spectacular 1980s Post-Modern Attila daybed designed by French Architect Jean Michele Wilmotte for Mirak and special ordered by Steve Chase. The Daybeds frames is solid steel that ...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Steve Chase Seating

Materials

Steel

Polish Metal Dowel Style Lounge Chair
Polish Metal Dowel Style Lounge Chair

Polish Metal Dowel Style Lounge Chair

By Steve Chase

Located in Miami, FL

Beautiful lounge chair. New faux shearling upholstery.

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1980s American Vintage Steve Chase Seating

Materials

Nickel

Vintage Boho Steve Chase for Preview “Amohibious” Sofa
Vintage Boho Steve Chase for Preview “Amohibious” Sofa

Vintage Boho Steve Chase for Preview “Amohibious” Sofa

By Steve Chase

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This outstanding pair of vintage sofas captures the playful yet luxurious sensibility of Postmodern design prevalent in the late 1970s and 1980s, often drawing comparisons to iconic ...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Steve Chase Seating

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Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

"Amphibious" Settee Sofa, Steve Chase, 1980's
"Amphibious" Settee Sofa, Steve Chase, 1980's

"Amphibious" Settee Sofa, Steve Chase, 1980's

By Steve Chase

Located in Culver City, CA

Designed by Steve Chase in the 1980's this modern sofa was called the "Amphibious" sofa. With its super curvy, marshmallow shape and sumptuous cotton chenille fabric, this sofa is de...

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1980s Modern Vintage Steve Chase Seating

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Chenille

Vintage A. Rudin for Steve Chase Cream Leather Sofa, Palm Springs Modern
Vintage A. Rudin for Steve Chase Cream Leather Sofa, Palm Springs Modern

Vintage A. Rudin for Steve Chase Cream Leather Sofa, Palm Springs Modern

By A. Rudin, Steve Chase

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage three-seat leather sofa designed and manufactured in Los Angeles, California by A. Rudin for Steve Chase. This elegant contemporary sofa features clean architectural lines, g...

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1980s Mexican Modern Vintage Steve Chase Seating

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Leather, Wood

1980s Steve Chase Waterfall Black Gold Floral Chintz Benches Stools , Set of 2
1980s Steve Chase Waterfall Black Gold Floral Chintz Benches Stools , Set of 2

1980s Steve Chase Waterfall Black Gold Floral Chintz Benches Stools , Set of 2

By Steve Chase

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, floral waterfall benches you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful stools stat...

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1980s North American Post-Modern Vintage Steve Chase Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Steve Chase Custom Lounge Chairs
Steve Chase Custom Lounge Chairs

Steve Chase Custom Lounge Chairs

By Steve Chase

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Steve Chase was a prominent American interior designer and furniture designer known for his luxurious, sophisticated, and contemporary designs. Based in Palm Springs, California, he ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Steve Chase Seating

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Hardwood

Gray Ombre Leather Chair by Steve Chase
Gray Ombre Leather Chair by Steve Chase

Gray Ombre Leather Chair by Steve Chase

By Steve Chase

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful gray Ombre leather chair by Steve Chase. The chair is in the original leather upholstery which is in great vintage condition. The chair is on casters for easy movement.

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Steve Chase Seating

Materials

Brass

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Steve Chase Seating

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Steve Chase Chaise lounge with Channel Tufted Upholstery, 1970

Steve Chase Chaise lounge with Channel Tufted Upholstery, 1970

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Steve Chase Illuminated Sofa, 1980

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Steve Chase Illuminated Sofa, 1980

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Located in Chicago, IL

Steve Chase Illuminated Sofa, 1980. Original fabric in good condition. Sofa has lighting underneath that illuminates. 28" tall x 242" w 45"deep seat height 17 in 180 in from armrest ...

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Pair of Waterfall Benches by Steve Chase
Pair of Waterfall Benches by Steve Chase

Pair of Waterfall Benches by Steve Chase

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Pair of Waterfall Benches by Steve Chase

By Steve Chase

Located in Palm Springs, CA

1980’s Glamorous pair of waterfall benches designed by Steve Chase. Newly reupholster with off white with gold foil threads fabric. They can...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Steve Chase Seating

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Steve Chase Sofa for Martin Brattrud, 1994
Steve Chase Sofa for Martin Brattrud, 1994

Steve Chase Sofa for Martin Brattrud, 1994

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Located in Chicago, IL

Wide arm sofa designed by Steve Chase for Martin Brattrud in 1994. Original white chenille upholstery shows signs of use.

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Burnt Orange Leopard Print Waterfall Bench by Steve Chase
Burnt Orange Leopard Print Waterfall Bench by Steve Chase

Burnt Orange Leopard Print Waterfall Bench by Steve Chase

By Steve Chase

Located in Palm Springs, CA

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Steve Chase seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Steve Chase seating 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 Steve Chase seating, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Steve Chase were created in the modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Jay Spectre, Dakota Jackson, and Wendell Castle. Prices for Steve Chase seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,699 and can go as high as $24,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,500.