Weiman left an indelible mark on the history of American furniture manufacturing as a leader in mid-century modern design. Its high-quality work included fabric upholstered and on-trend sofas, chaise longues and lounge chairs. Weiman also created many beautiful solid wood pieces, like side tables and end tables full of charm and character.
Weiman came onto the American furniture scene in 1935 in Rockford, Illinois, a city known for its furniture manufacturing industry. Weiman expanded in 1941 with the construction of a large factory. According to Rockford Streamlined, it was “one of the very finest factories in all the world of furniture.” While it industrialized its manufacturing processes, Weiman continued to focus on heirloom quality pieces with excellent craftsmanship.
Over the years, Weiman developed a more modern style. The company’s upholstered furniture was often inspired by innovative developments in design. It acquired a reputation for bold and colorful pieces that customers could personalize to their tastes.
In 1979, Weiman became a subsidiary of leading furniture manufacturer Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc. to continued success over the subsequent decades. In 2003, Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc. announced that the Weiman division would acquire assets of upholstery manufacturer Preview Furniture, Inc., creating Weiman Preview. The new company offered a stronger lineup of contemporary furniture and worked with designers like Vladimir Kagan, M.F. Harty and Stanley Jay Friedman.
Contemporary decor company Interlude Home Inc. purchased Weiman Preview in 2006 to expand its accent furniture collection. The purchase transformed Interlude Home Inc. into a custom furniture brand now known for upscale designs.
On 1stDibs, find classic Weiman seating, tables, case pieces and more.
Restored Sculptural Postmodern "Elephant" Lounge Chairs by Weiman
By Weiman
Located in Toluca Ter, CA
A pair of postmodern lounge chairs by Weiman, with tags. The pleated arms curl like the trunk of an elephant, giving the chairs their namesake. First purchased in the 1990s, this ...
Chenille
Monumental Post Modern Pair of Weiman Lounge Chairs in Marmalade Orange Fabric
By Weiman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Incredibly sculptural monumental size Post Modern Pair of Lounge Chairs by Weiman in new super soft Marmalade Orange upholstery. Two ...
Fabric, Upholstery
$4,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Weiman Hand-Carved Rattan-Form Lounge Chairs with Ottoman in Ivory Glaze
By Weiman
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant pair of hand-carved wood framed arm chairs with an antiqued ivory glaze from Weiman furniture. Twisted and open arms are hand-carved to a rattan form. Matching single ottoman...
Lacquer, Upholstery, Wood
$5,500 / set
Pair of Elephant Chairs by Weiman
By Weiman
Located in Highland, IN
This handsome pair of "Elephant" chairs by Weiman are in the manner of Vladimir Kagan. With their strong, undulating lines and powerful presence, they...
Upholstery
1970s Navy Blue Lounge Chairs by Weiman
By Weiman
Located in Dallas, TX
These navy-blue chairs are bold and eye-catching and will add a pop of color and visual interest to any room. Echoing modernity through their sensuous curves and swooping lines, high...
Velvet, Wood
Weiman Barrel Lounge Swivel Chair + Swivel Ottoman
By Weiman
Located in Dallas, TX
A stylish Vladimir Kagan-inspired Weiman barrel lounge swivel chair and ottoman from the 1980s, refinished by the Selby House in a resilient Yarn ...
Wool, Cotton
$3,900 / set
Unique Swiveling Lounge Chairs by Weiman
By Weiman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A standout pair of swiveling lounge chairs by Weiman, offering a perfect blend of comfort, craftsmanship, and distinctive mid-century design. Known for producing high-quality America...
Fabric
Weiman Mid Century High Back Occasional Lounge Chairs with Ottoman, Pair
By Weiman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Weiman mid century high back occasional lounge chairs with ottoman - pair Each chair measures: 30 wide x 29 deep x 43 high, with a seat height of...
Upholstery, Wood
"Quebec 69" Postmodern Sculptural Lounge Chairs by Jaymar
By Jaymar
Located in Dallas, TX
You won’t find another pair of these late eighties, jaw-dropping mind-blowers by Jaymar Furniture Quebec 69. Best known for, bold colors, new materials and fluid, seductive forms. St...
Velvet
$4,750 / set
H 27 in W 34 in D 34 in
Pair of Eero Aarnio “Elephant Boot” Rattan Wicker Lounge Chairs , 1970s
By Eero Aarnio, Stendig Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of rare Eero Aarnio “Elephant Boot” Lounge Chairs Designed in Finland, made in Hong Kong, c. 1970, Woven natural rattan, bamboo. Decals on ...
Wicker
$5,450 / set
H 27.56 in W 27.96 in D 31.11 in
IPE Cavalli Italian Pair of Lounge Chairs in Colorful Striped Fabric
By Ipe Cavalli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
IPE Cavalli, pair of lounge chairs, fabric, steel, Italy, 1970s Exceptional lounge chairs by IPE Cavalli, crafted in Italy during the 1970s. With their bold presence and generous pr...
Steel
$2,400Sale Price / set|29% Off
H 30 in W 110 in D 110 in
Weiman Sculptural Post Modern Sectional - 5 Pieces
By Weiman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A five piece post modern sectional attributed to Weiman. Sculptural silhouette, with four single modules and one corner piece. Original upholstery as found. Reupholstery recommended....
Upholstery
Postmodern Sculptural Scroll Lounge Chair
By Marge Carson, Vittorio Introini, Olivier Mourgue, Milo Baughman, Saporiti
Located in Houston, TX
Postmodern sculptural scroll lounge chair. This stunning modernist lounge chair which terminates in an interesting scroll or curl design is extremely com...
Ultrasuede
Sculptural Lounge Chair Jaymar 1980s
By Jaymar
Located in Toronto, ON
Gorgeous pop art chair by Jaymar in a dark nylon like material. It's a blueish black fabric colour with slight prints/texturing on the fabric (see photos). This bold and modern chair...
Leather
Italian Blue Velvet Lounge Chair, 1970s – Original Upholstery
Located in Almelo, NL
Italian Blue Velvet Lounge Chair, 1970s – Original Upholstery This stunning lounge chair is a true gem of 1970s Italian design, combining bold form, luxurious materials, and impecca...
Velvet, Foam
Pair of Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of Model 1705 easy chairs with ottoman, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. Zinc steel wire rods are bent and welded to form a graceful, sculptural Silhouette. A generously ...
Zinc
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
$3,595
H 28.5 in W 25.5 in D 28.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Brass Accent Lounge Chair by Weiman / Warren Lloyd
By Weiman/Warren Lloyd, Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern brass accent lounge chair by Weiman / Warren Lloyd. Materials: Patinated Brass, New Boucle Tweed, New High-Density Foam ________________________________________ ...
Brass
Swedish Mid-Century Bentwood Swiveling Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish Swedish modern swiveling lounge chair and ottoman. Sleek design with leather upholstery and rosewood frames and bases. A quality piece that is sure to please in any modern in...
Leather, Wood
Pair of Post Modern Swivel Chairs by Preview
By Preview
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A nice pair of all original Post Modern swivel chairs by Preview Furniture. The chairs are all original, left as found. The chairs are structurally sound and the fabric is in good ...
Fabric
"Elephant Chairs" in Blue Velvet, by Weiman, 1990's
By Weiman
Located in Culver City, CA
Priced individually** These baddies are called “Elephant” lounge chairs, commonly attributed to Vladimir Kagan (though never definitively documented), are very much a designer’s sec...
Velvet
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Dimensions H: 29.5" W: 36" D: 34" Seat H: 17.5" Vladimir Kagan asymmetric lounge chairs, a distinctive find for enthusiasts of unique design. Created for Weiman, these chairs exempl...
Upholstery
Pair of Mid Century Swivel Chairs
By Weiman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Pair of Mid-Century swivel chairs Each lounge chair measures: 36 wide x 36 deep x 29.75 high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height/chair clearance 29.75 inches All pieces of fur...
Metal
Vintage Boho Weiman Split Back Lounge Chairs - a Pair
By Weiman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Boho lounge chairs. Made by the iconic Weiman group with a tag on the bottom. Beautiful split back design with a high roll profile. Acquired from a Palm Be...
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 28.25 in W 35.25 in D 35.25 in
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Midcentury Nautilus Swivel Chairs, Pair
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman midcentury Nautilus Swivel Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 35.25 wide x 35.25 deep x 28.25 high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height/chair clearan...
Metal
Pair of Weiman 'Targa' Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Weiman
Located in Gladstone, NJ
Pair of Weiman 'Targa' swivel lounge chairs.
Upholstery
Postmodern Sculptural Lounge Chairs by Weiman
By Weiman
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Both in excellent condition. Manufactured by Weiman. Measures 33.5W x 34.5D x 34T Seat height 19 Seat arm height 24.25.
Fabric
Sold
H 38 in W 30 in D 30 in
20th Century American Pair of Swivel Chairs with an Ottoman by Vladimir Kagan
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern American pair of 180 degrees nautilus swivel lounge chairs with an ottoman, designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Weiman in good condition. The seat...
Fabric, Bouclé, Wood
Weiman Targa Mid Century Barrel Swivel Chairs, Pair
By Weiman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Weiman Targa mid century barrel swivel chairs - pair This chair measures: 33 wide x 31 deep x 28 high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height/chair cl...
Metal
Sold
H 28.5 in W 32 in D 33 in
Matching Pair of Mid-Century Post Modern Swivel Lounge Chairs or Club Chairs
By Weiman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very nice pair of super comfy and original fabric Targa swivel lounge chairs by Weiman. Both chairs have spring loaded wood bases. So each chair returns...
Upholstery, Wood
Hollywood Regency Weiman ‘Elephant’ Chair
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Southampton, NJ
Handsome 'Elephant' chair by Weiman in the manner of Vladimir Kagan. Very nice vintage condition having minor ware to the armrests. Ready for your customization. Chair is clean, ...
Steel
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Mid Century Nautilus Lounge Chairs - A Pair
By Weiman, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Vladimir Kagan for Weiman mid century nautilus lounge chairs - a pair Each chair measures: 37 wide x 32 deep x 31.5 high, with a seat height of 1...
Upholstery, Wood