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Space Age Chaise Longues

SPACE AGE STYLE

Vintage Space Age furniture captured post–World War II optimism with swooping shapes, bowed lines and experimentation with new materials including plastic and fiberglass.

From the launch of the Sputnik 1 satellite in 1957 to the landing of Apollo 11 astronauts on the moon in 1969, the space race between the Soviet Union and the United States propelled advancements in technology that transformed culture. Space Age design encompassed fashion, architecture, cars, furniture and objects for the home, bringing wonder and hope for the future into everyday life.

Coinciding with Pop art, Space Age style featured bold colors and forms. Eero Aarnio’s Ball chair, which debuted in 1966, used molded fiberglass for a capsule-like space while Verner Panton’s 1959 Panton chair was a single piece of molded plastic for a gravity-defying S shape. Red versions of Olivier Mourgue’s 1964 Djinn chair were futuristic enough to appear on the space station in Stanley Kubrick’s 1968 film 2001: A Space Odyssey. Today, Joe Colombo is revered as a master of modern Italian design thanks to the provocative modular furniture pieces he created, such as the Tube chair and the Elda armchair, both of which embody the future-forward spirit of the Space Age.

The Space Age spirit extended to home building too. The futuristic Case Study Houses, which were designed by the likes of Pierre Koenig, Charles and Ray Eames, Richard Neutra and Whitney R. Smith, are considered a high point of modernism and the Southern California lifestyle.

Sometimes the nods to space exploration were more literal, like moon and star motifs or the 1965 Eclisse lamp by Vico Magistretti that saw the mid-century Italian designer integrating a movable inner shade to “eclipse” the light source. Alongside the pioneering moon missions, JVC manufactured the Videosphere portable television reminiscent of the Apollo 11 space helmets.

Although the style faded in the 1970s — with the 1975 joining of the Apollo and Soyuz spacecrafts signaling a new era of cooperation and the global oil crisis impacting the availability of plastics — the era’s innovations influenced designers into the 21st century such as Zaha Hadid and Djivan Schapira.

Find a collection of vintage Space Age seating, tables, lighting and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Space Age
Luigi Colani Anthropomorphic Chaise Longue 1967 by Essmann Edition Germany Chair
Luigi Colani Anthropomorphic Chaise Longue 1967 by Essmann Edition Germany Chair

Luigi Colani Anthropomorphic Chaise Longue 1967 by Essmann Edition Germany Chair

By Essmann, Luigi Colani

Located in Munster, NRW

Designed by Luigi Colani in 1967 for Essmann, Germany. An extremely rare piece of design history, can be used indoors or outdoors, preferably by the pool... Red dyed fibreglass rein...

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1960s German Vintage Space Age Chaise Longues

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Fiberglass

"Djinn" Chaise Lounge By Olivier Mourgue For Airborne, France 1960's
"Djinn" Chaise Lounge By Olivier Mourgue For Airborne, France 1960's

"Djinn" Chaise Lounge By Olivier Mourgue For Airborne, France 1960's

By Olivier Mourgue

Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, IL

Iconic, heavily sought after and rare design piece. Made of a steel frame, foam and still in its original purple upholstery. the Djinn series became famous after appearing in Stanle...

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1960s French Vintage Space Age Chaise Longues

Materials

Fabric

Verner Panton, Pantonova
Verner Panton, Pantonova

Verner Panton, Pantonova

By Verner Panton

Located in Allerum, SE

Verner Panton "Pantonova" Chaise with ottoman for Fritz Hansen. 1970s, Denmark. Chaise Height: 30.8" in (​78 cm) Width: 22.4" in (​57 cm) Depth: 44.9" in (​114 cm) Ottoman Height: ...

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20th Century Danish Space Age Chaise Longues

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Stainless Steel, Chrome

1970's Spage Age Fiberglass Chaise Longue Sculptural Outdoor Garden Object
1970's Spage Age Fiberglass Chaise Longue Sculptural Outdoor Garden Object

1970's Spage Age Fiberglass Chaise Longue Sculptural Outdoor Garden Object

By Luigi Colani

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

This fiberglass chaise longue is of unknown maker or designer and most likely a one of a kind Manufactured in the 1970's This piece has been professionally restored and reinforced with respect to its age and original looks preserving a nice patina It can be used as a chaise longue when it is fixated on both ends The design is beautiful but it has to be used with respect as there is a small flaw in the original construction of the piece A timeless and elegantly sculptural shaped 1970's form that can also be used outdoor...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chaise Longues

Materials

Fiberglass

Organic Lounge Chair by Qui Est Paul
Organic Lounge Chair by Qui Est Paul

Organic Lounge Chair by Qui Est Paul

$2,488Sale Price|20% Off

Organic Lounge Chair by Qui Est Paul

Located in Mortsel, BE

Perfect for outdoors

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2010s Unknown Space Age Chaise Longues

Materials

Plastic

Pair of "Moby Dick" chaise longue by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiri, Italy, 1970s
Pair of "Moby Dick" chaise longue by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiri, Italy, 1970s

Pair of "Moby Dick" chaise longue by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiri, Italy, 1970s

By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti

Located in Padova, IT

Rare pair of "Moby Dick" chaise longue by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti. Sculptural chair made out of reinforced fiberglass, allow both indoor and outdoor use. Literature: Domus, no....

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chaise Longues

Materials

Fiberglass

Vintage Kreiss Roll Arm Chaise Lounge
Vintage Kreiss Roll Arm Chaise Lounge

Vintage Kreiss Roll Arm Chaise Lounge

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This elegant vintage chaise lounge by the luxury brand Kreiss is a masterclass in the "California Casual" aesthetic. Upholstered in a sophisticated sage green textured woven fabric, ...

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Late 20th Century American Space Age Chaise Longues

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Lane Pencil Reed and Cane Sofa
Vintage Lane Pencil Reed and Cane Sofa

Vintage Lane Pencil Reed and Cane Sofa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exceptional sofa from Lane Furniture’s Altavista collection is a masterclass in Tropical Modernism and Hollywood Regency flair. Its subst...

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Late 20th Century American Space Age Chaise Longues

Materials

Rattan, Reed

Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Adalberto Dal Lago for Rossi Di Albizzate 1970
Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Adalberto Dal Lago for Rossi Di Albizzate 1970

Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Adalberto Dal Lago for Rossi Di Albizzate 1970

By Adalberto Dal Lago, Rossi di Albizzate

Located in Izegem, VWV

Esthetically balanced chaise longue (115x59x68cm) with ottoman (60x58x36cm) produced by Rossi di Albizzate and designed by Adalberto Dal Lago. The use of chromed solid steel lays ex...

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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Chaise Longues

Materials

Chrome

Space Age Vintage Organic Anthropomorph Blue Chaise Longue Verner Panton 1962/63
Space Age Vintage Organic Anthropomorph Blue Chaise Longue Verner Panton 1962/63

Space Age Vintage Organic Anthropomorph Blue Chaise Longue Verner Panton 1962/63

By Verner Panton, Fritz Hansen

Located in Vienna, AT

Space Age vintage organic anthropomorph chaise longue or daybed by Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen 1962/63 Denmark Polstermöbelreihe Kleinserie. A wonderful iconic chaise longue in bold blue color with upholstery designed by Verner Panton 1962 / 63 Denmark for Fritz Hansen 1975. Paper label with company´s name With rounded beech wood feet and a gorgeous shape covered with a bright blue woolen fabric this piece is the perfect seating to create your place where you live. Plus it is freestanding. An eclectic mix of the styles and designers Antique or Contemporary, Minimalist or Rustic, it all comes together under your direction. Verner Panton ( 1926 - 1998 ) Danish archtiect and designer designed fabulous furniture...

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Late 20th Century Danish Space Age Chaise Longues

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Fabric

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‘Djinn’ Easy Chairs and Ottoman by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne
‘Djinn’ Easy Chairs and Ottoman by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne

‘Djinn’ Easy Chairs and Ottoman by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne

On Hold|$13,195 / set

H 26.38 in W 27.56 in D 30.01 in

‘Djinn’ Easy Chairs and Ottoman by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne

By Olivier Mourgue

Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL

'Djinn' easy chair and ottoman by Olivier Mourgue for Airborne International, France, 1964-1965. Made of a tubular steel frame with rubber singles, foam and woolen fabric. The set is after fully renovation with the original specifications with use of the highest quality foam and rubber. It is again upholstered in a luxurious woolen "plush" fabric from Belgium. The chair stands on stainless steel slides to protect the chair and fabric. In excellent condition. Both are original pieces from the 1960s. This set is the same as the red chairs used in the movie "2001: A Space Odyssey" by Stanley Kubrick. Those pieces are a part of Center de Pompidou and the New York's MoMA collection. This epic set of modernism from the Mid-20th Century is as beautiful as it is comfortable and will surely become a delightful piece of furniture in your home. Condition: This “Djinn” set is in perfect condition, after fully renovation process, has new stripes, foam and was reupholstered in luxurious woolen fabric from Belgium. Chair dimensions: Width 70 cm / 27.56 in. Depth 76.2 cm / 30 in. Height Seat Height 67 cm / 26.37 in. 39.37 cm / 15.5 in. Ottoman dimensions: Width 72 cm / 28.34 in. Depth 58 / 22.83 in. Height 40 cm / 15.74 in. About the Designer: Olivier Mourgue (French, born 1939) is a French artist and industrial designer. Best known for his design of the Djinn line of furniture, Mourgue's aesthetic is characterized by brightly colored jersey fabric stretched over structural steel frames that are filled with polyether foam, creating a unified, futuristic, alien-like modular form. Born in Paris, France in 1939, he began his career with an innovative design for a chaise lounge in 1964, after which he expanded his original furniture line to include loveseats, stools, and anthropomorphic chairs. Despite also producing paintings and drawings, his career was ultimately dedicated to industrial design, and provided a quintessential aesthetic of 1960s Modernist furniture...

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1960s French Vintage Space Age Chaise Longues

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Metal

Contemporary Chaise Longue 'Cherlon' by Carmworks
Contemporary Chaise Longue 'Cherlon' by Carmworks

Contemporary Chaise Longue 'Cherlon' by Carmworks

$8,500 / item

H 33.08 in W 59.85 in D 25.6 in

Contemporary Chaise Longue 'Cherlon' by Carmworks

By Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez

Located in Paris, IDF

Chaise Longue Cherlon by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez (aka CarmWorks) Rattan / Burnt wood or natural Each piece is made to order and hand crafted by the artist. Dimension...

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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Space Age Chaise Longues

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Leather, Rattan, Wood

Verner Panton S Chairs
Verner Panton S Chairs

Verner Panton S Chairs

$2,417 / set

H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Verner Panton S Chairs

By Herman Miller

Located in London, GB

Set of 6 Verner Panton chairs in white lacquered molded ABS. Publisher's imprint under the seat. Herman Miller edition for Fehlbaum 1971 (except one from 1973). Bibliography: Peter...

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1970s American Vintage Space Age Chaise Longues

Materials

Plastic

Upholstered Daybed Chaise Longues
Upholstered Daybed Chaise Longues

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$2,400

H 34 in W 70 in D 32 in

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Located in Sheffield, MA

Graceful and inviting, the recamier chaise with arched back and rolled arm. The fainting couch is upholstered but it does show some ware. Although made in the Victorian period, it ...

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Late 19th Century Antique Space Age Chaise Longues

Materials

Upholstery

Penelope Green Chaise Longue

Penelope Green Chaise Longue

$4,930 / item

H 28.35 in W 61.42 in D 21.26 in

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By Pier Luigi Frighetto by Black Tie

Located in Milan, IT

The curved Silhouette of this superbly elegant chaise longue provides a chic and comfortable seat that will highlight the decor of any bedroom or...

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2010s Italian Space Age Chaise Longues

Materials

Metal, Other

Francis Mair (American, California, 1916-1991) Sculptural Wicker Chaise Longue.
Francis Mair (American, California, 1916-1991) Sculptural Wicker Chaise Longue.

Francis Mair (American, California, 1916-1991) Sculptural Wicker Chaise Longue.

By Francis Mair

Located in Chicago, IL

Francis Mair (American, active California, 1916-1991) Wicker Chaise Longue, designed 1960. Scuptural chaise longue by Californian designer Francis Mair. This rare piece is interesti...

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1960s American Vintage Space Age Chaise Longues

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Brass, Wrought Iron

Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan
Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan

Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan

$9,677 / item

H 33.08 in W 70.87 in D 70.87 in

Verner Panton 'Easy' Sofa for Verpan

By Verner Panton

Located in Tilburg, NL

Verner Panton 'Easy' sofa for Verpan. Designed in 1963. New, current production. With its round shapes and layered design, the Easy collection stands out as one of the most visual...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Space Age Chaise Longues

Materials

Fabric

Italian Channeled Leather and Chrome Chaise Longue, 1970
Italian Channeled Leather and Chrome Chaise Longue, 1970

Italian Channeled Leather and Chrome Chaise Longue, 1970

Located in New York, NY

A handsome chocolate brown channeled Italian leather chaise longue from the 1970's. The sloping contoured wavy curved frame sits in harmony with...

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1970s Italian Vintage Space Age Chaise Longues

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Verner Panton for Verpan “Meridienne Welle” Chaise Longue
Verner Panton for Verpan “Meridienne Welle” Chaise Longue

Verner Panton for Verpan “Meridienne Welle” Chaise Longue

By Verner Panton, Verpan

Located in Paris, FR

Perfectly conforming to the shape of the back, Verner Panton’s iconic Welle Meridienne exemplifies the designer’s fascination with organic forms and sculptural comfort. Designed as p...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Space Age Chaise Longues

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Previously Available Items
Olivier Mourgue “Djinn” Chaise Lounge in Toscana Fur
Olivier Mourgue “Djinn” Chaise Lounge in Toscana Fur

Olivier Mourgue “Djinn” Chaise Lounge in Toscana Fur

By Olivier Mourgue

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1960s in excellent, restored condition. This piece features a removable, button-clasp pillow. The fur is 100% authentic and was made by paneling over 25 Toscana sheep hides. This ...

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1960s French Vintage Space Age Chaise Longues

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Fur

Sculptural Space Age Vintage Blue Lounge Chair Etcetera Jan Ekselius, 1970s
Sculptural Space Age Vintage Blue Lounge Chair Etcetera Jan Ekselius, 1970s

Sculptural Space Age Vintage Blue Lounge Chair Etcetera Jan Ekselius, 1970s

By Jan Ekselius

Located in Vienna, AT

Sculptural Space Age vintage lounge chair Etcetera by Jan Ekselius from blue stretch fabric 1970s Sweden. An amazing curved sculptural and freestanding lounge chair model Etcetera b...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Space Age Chaise Longues

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Fabric

Bobo Relax Lounge Chair by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1960s
Bobo Relax Lounge Chair by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1960s

Bobo Relax Lounge Chair by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1960s

By Arflex, Cini Boeri

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Rare chaise longue lounge chair armchair by the italian designer Cini Boeri for the editor Arflex. New upholstery in bouclé fabric. Famous design like Gio Ponti, Gianfranco Frattini,...

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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Chaise Longues

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Fabric, Bouclé, Foam

Limited Edition 'Elephant Chair' by Bernard Rancillac, 1985, Signed & Numbered
Limited Edition 'Elephant Chair' by Bernard Rancillac, 1985, Signed & Numbered

Limited Edition 'Elephant Chair' by Bernard Rancillac, 1985, Signed & Numbered

By Bernard Rancillac

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This rare limited edition 'Elephant Chair' is signed and numbered 37 out of 100, and was designed by famed French artist and sculptor Bernard Rancillac and manufactured in France in ...

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1980s French Vintage Space Age Chaise Longues

Materials

Steel

Bobo Relax Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1960s
Bobo Relax Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1960s

Bobo Relax Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1960s

By Cini Boeri, Arflex

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Rare chaise longue lounge chair armchair with his pouf ottoman footstool by the italian designer Cini Boeri for the editor Arflex. New upholstery in bouclé fabric. Famous design like...

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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Chaise Longues

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Etcetera Chaise Lounge and Ottoman by Jan Ekselius, Sweden
Etcetera Chaise Lounge and Ottoman by Jan Ekselius, Sweden

Etcetera Chaise Lounge and Ottoman by Jan Ekselius, Sweden

By Jan Ekselius

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This vintage example was likely recovered in a high quality patterned fabric in the 1980s. The chair and footstool show very clean upholstery and have soft and resilient padding. Bot...

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Late 20th Century Swedish Space Age Chaise Longues

Materials

Upholstery

White Flax, Fabric and Rattan 1960s Cushioned Lounge Chair with Ottoman
White Flax, Fabric and Rattan 1960s Cushioned Lounge Chair with Ottoman

White Flax, Fabric and Rattan 1960s Cushioned Lounge Chair with Ottoman

By Vittorio Bonacina

Located in Varese, Lombardia

This set, ideal for holiday homes, winter gardens, arcades and dehors, is composed of an armchair and a pouf made with a light and resistant structure of rattan in which large shaped...

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1960s Italian Vintage Space Age Chaise Longues

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Fabric, Linen, Rattan, Foam, Down

Early Edition Pair of Tongue Chairs F577 by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1967
Early Edition Pair of Tongue Chairs F577 by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1967

Early Edition Pair of Tongue Chairs F577 by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1967

By Pierre Paulin, Artifort

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Nice pair of Pop Art "Tongue" Model F577 Lounge chairs by French designer Pierre Paulin for Artifort The Netherlands These chairs are fully restored early production Tongue chairs...

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1960s Dutch Vintage Space Age Chaise Longues

Materials

Metal

1960s Pop Art Purple Fibreglass Sun Loungers
1960s Pop Art Purple Fibreglass Sun Loungers

1960s Pop Art Purple Fibreglass Sun Loungers

Sold

H 29.14 in W 21.66 in D 70.87 in

1960s Pop Art Purple Fibreglass Sun Loungers

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

Original 1960s sun loungers made from fibreglass. In good vintage condition, some marks throughout and loss of paint in areas as shown in the photographs. They have been overpainted ...

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Mid-20th Century British Space Age Chaise Longues

Materials

Fiberglass

Space Age chaise longues for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Space Age chaise longues for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chaise longues created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, fiberglass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Space Age chaise longues made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Scandinavia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chaise longues, popular names associated with this style include Bernard Rancillac, Fritz Hansen, Jan Ekselius, and Marzio Cecchi. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for chaise longues differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,400 and tops out at $40,044 while the average work can sell for $6,000.