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Club Chairs For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Industrial
Charles Eames Lounge Chairs for Herman Miller
Located in bari, IT
Set two lounge chairs model EA 108 designer Charles Eames for Herman Miller production 1960s.
Charles Eames began very early in life as a designer to the extent that he was employed, as early as age 14, in the workshops of the Laclede Steel Company.
He studied architecture at Washington University in St. Louis. He proposed to his professors the study of the work of Frank Lloyd Wright but, at first dissuaded from his intent, was later expelled from the school on the grounds that-we read in the commentary of one of the professors-"his point of view was too modern."
A great influence on him was Finnish architect Eero Saarinen, with whom he shared some professional experiences and became friends. In 1938, at the latter's invitation, he moved to Michigan, where he studied architecture at Cranbrook Academy of Art and later taught there, also becoming head of the Industrial Design department.
In 1941 he won, with Eero Saarinen, the competition for MoMA in New York concerning "Organic Design in Home Furnishing." Their work showed a new way of conceiving wooden furniture, experimenting with the use of bentwood plywood, as done a few years earlier by Alvar Aalto.
In 1941 he was united in second marriage to Ray Kaiser...
Category
1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Yellow Armchairs, Edmund Homa, GFM-142, 1960s, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A pair of armchairs GFM-142, designed by Edmund Homa. The armchairs were made in the 1960s in the Gosciecinska Furniture Factory. They are made from solid beechwood. The GFM-142 armchair is regarded one of the best polish armchair design from the previous age. The armchairs have been thoroughly renovated. The tension belts have been changed, new upholstery foams - upholstery material has been used - yellow upholstery fabric...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
Navy Blue Velvet Armchair, GFM 142 type Designed by Edmund Homa, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful armchair model GFM-142, designed by Edmund Homa. The armchair was made in the 1960s in the Gosciecinska Furniture Factory. Frame is made from solid beech wood. The GFM-142 armchair is regarded one of the best Polish armchair design from the previous age. The armchair have been thoroughly renovated. The tension belts have been changed, new upholstery foams - upholstery material...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Comfort and Mid-Century Modern style meet in this timeless lounge chair by Paul McCobb. Sturdy walnut base with tapered legs supports simple modern seat with ample space for comforta...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Vintage Modern Club Chairs with Kravet Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish pair of Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs by Barrit, features vintage upholstery by Kravet. Sturdy wood base and comfortable upholstered seats make this matching pair a unique addition to any home or business interior...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Mid-Century Tubular Chrome Armchair, Germany 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Germany
Made of Chrome, Fabric, Wood
Seat Height 44cm
Chrome has with aged patina, fully cleaned
Good original condition, signs of use
The fabric shows signs of use
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Sublime Pair of Sleek Modern Loungers by Baker, circa 1958 - 2 Pair Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fantastic examples from a sophisticated low production lounge chair series by Baker Furniture, dated 1958. Sleek, beautifully crafted modern form with striking Mahogany back rail and foot detail executed in black lacquer. Extremely comfortable. From a time when the Lincoln Continental...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Two Vintage Velvet Mustard Yellow Armchairs, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The GFM armchair is an icon of the polish design of the PRL period.
The famous armchair was designed in 1962 by the Polish interior designer and furnit...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
Vintage Leather and chrome Tubular Lounge Sling Chair, 1960s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Vintage Leather and chrome Tubular Lounge Sling Chair, 1960s
Wear consistent with age and use.
Lounge chairs - Vintage - Seating
Measures : 62x62...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Metal
Gio Ponti Velvet Lounge Chairs in Walnut & Brass for M. Singer and Sons, 1950s
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare pair of lounge chairs designed by Italian architect Gio Ponti and produced for M. Singer & Sons circa 1950.
Exquisitely restored to the highest possible standard.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid Century Rosewood Tub Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman, C.1950
Located in Bernville, PA
Beautifully restored pair of mid century tub chairs in the style of Milo Baughman. Solid rosewood trim with a deep royal/navy blue cotton upholstery. The upholstery is tailored and c...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Rosewood
Pair of Minimalist Mid-Century Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered
- Beech wooden parts have been refurbished.
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Wood
Oak Armchair, Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
A quiet monument to French rustic modernism, this armchair draws the eye with its deliberate naïveté—rounded finials perched atop robust uprights, sweeping armrests that arc with sof...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
Ward Bennett Superb Pair of Tufted Swiveling Club Chairs in Red Velvet 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Pair of swiveling tufted club chairs model no. 2084 in red velvet with recessed walnut base by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates, American 1970s. These chairs are comfortable, eleg...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Leather Club Chair with Bronze Base Labelled "Mandel Bros, Chicago"
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is an extremely well crafted club chair with a bronze base. It is rumored to have been used on a luxury railcar. This unique club has been upholstered in a dark charcoal nubuck ...
Category
1930s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Bronze
1970s Ficks Reed Woven Rattan Zebra Chairs and Ottomans, Set of 4
By Ficks Reed
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The beautiful rare collection is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality! We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, signatu...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Handsome Restored Pair of Cube Loungers in the Style of Paul McCobb, c 1955
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent pair of club chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored, newly upholstered and com...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Maple
Set of Two Vintage P142 lounge chairs by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno
By Tecno, Eugenio Gerli
Located in Milano, IT
The P142 lounge chair, designed by Italian designer Eugenio Gerli for the renowned furniture manufacturer Tecno in 1969, is a true symbol of timeless design and exquisite craftsmansh...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Steel, Iron
Pair of Mid Century Acqua Blue Wool Armchairs, Zenon Baczyk, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The B-7522 armchairs was designed in the 1960s by Zenon Baczyk, it was produced by Swarzedz furniture factories in Poland. This is original vintage armchair after renovation, they ar...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Pair of Orange Boucle Shell Club Chairs, by Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile club seats.
They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style.
They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs.
Chair was designed by Vint...
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet, Beech
Pair Decorative c1970s Oversize Rttan Bamboo Wicker Club Lounge Chairs Mint!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Decorative c1970s Oversize Rttan Bamboo Wicker Club Lounge Chairs Mint!
Geometric abstract modern upholstery fabric.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Velvet
Pair 1970's Mid Century Modern Cream Tone Swivel Club Chairs
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair Mid Century Modern Cream Toned Leather Swivel Club Chairs. These chairs are very comfortable!
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Leather
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mocha Colored Velvet Club Lounge Chair Style Dunbar
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Mid-Century Modern mocha colored velvet club or lounge chair in the style of Dunbar. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will h...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
DOOQ Swivel Egoísta Armchair with Solid Walnut, Rattan and Green Velvet
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
With its name being the direct translation of selfish in Portuguese, this armchair revolves around its own universe. Within a refined, elegant and distinctive frame, resembling the n...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of lounge chairs feature a heavy chrome frame and an overstuffed removable cushion. A sleek and comfortable design that is sure to complement any seating arrangeme...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Italian Club Chairs from the 1960 s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian mid century chairs ,metal frame brass boots legs vinyl upholstery in original condition .Chairs are comfortable and typical mid century Italian design .
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs in the Style of Gastone Rinaldi, Italy, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A stunning pair of Italian mid-century lounge chairs, channeling the sculptural elegance of Gastone Rinaldi. Their sleek, organic curves and refined proportions make them a striking ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric
3 Finch Furniture Thomasville Mid-Century Modern Walnut Barrel Back Armchairs
By Thomasville
Located in Dayton, OH
Three 1959 occasional armchairs by Finch Furniture for Thomasville Chair Company. Made from walnut with a barrel back design and unique x shaped supports. The chairs feature a floral...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Asymmetrical Leather Club Chair by Wittman
By Wittmann
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Austria. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. White leather original upholstery. Note- both chairs are different height and are asymmet...
Category
1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Leather
Bohemian Wicker Emanuelle Peacock Chair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous and iconic Mid-Century Modern Bohemian Emanuelle peacock chair??
circa 1970s??
Woven rattan and wicker, with a large-scale fan back.??
Measures: 36.25” W x 21” D ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Wicker
Restored "Triple Triangle" Open Air Pretzel Single Arm Lounge Chair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare "Triple Triangle" arm rattan lounge chair featuring arch looped base and the unique open-air single arm design.
Measures: Sofa: 33 in. H x 73 in. W x 36 in. D.
Restored to ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Mid-Century Modernist Chromecraft Sculpta Unicorn Swivel Chair
By Chromcraft
Located in New York, NY
This iconic and arresting modernist Sculpta "Unicorn" chair was realized by Chromcraft in the United States in 1966. This chair represents one of the most celebrated and recognizable...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Dutch Cognac Colored Leather Club Chair
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This vintage club chair is upholstered with cognac-colored leather and features metal rivets and wooden legs.
Category
1970s European Industrial Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Leather
Zanotta "Straccio" by De Pas d'Urbino & Lomazzo cognac leather fauteuil
Located in Zemst, BE
Zanotta
1 club chair in cognac leather
early edition (probably 1st edition) of this iconic fauteuil
Marked and stamped on the bottom
This fauteuil has been professionally cleane...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Leather, Foam
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs Ottomans
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin retro club or lounge chairs with ottomans. Features a sculptural frame with wooden arm rests and multicolored exotic fabric. Includes matching...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Mid Century Modern Ebonized Walnut Lounge Chairs in Holly Hunt Fabric
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and graphic pair Mid Century Modern arm chairs were realized in the United States circa 1960. They feature cylindrical legs that taper to a point at their bases. The front legs are straight, while the hind legs are slightly arched- providing the chairs with a subtle dynamism. The sides of the chairs are each composed of a single amorphic form- with a negative space that creates rests for the sitters arms and gives these pieces a wonderfully sculptural Silhouette. The chairs have been newly reupholstered in a luxurious Holly Hunt Great plains dove gray fabric called luxe trail elephant with Fine horizontal striations. These chairs are a study in the simple beauty of first rate Mid Century design, explaining why American modernism appears as timeless and compelling today as it did more than 60 years ago when these chairs were first created. Their clean modernist lines and refined palate ensure that they would be a winning addition to any style of interior from Classic Mid-Century Modern to contemporary. They have been newly restored to mint condition and newly reupholstered in Holly Hunt fabric...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
De Sede DS-101 “James Bond” Leather Club Chair & Ottoman
By De Sede
Located in Norwalk, CT
A design icon with a connection to cinema, the De Sede DS-101 Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman is a luxurious seating option steeped in mid-century modern style. Originally crafted i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Club Chairs by Preview Furniture Company
By Preview
Located in Dallas, TX
Very nice chairs in a faux ostrich vinyl. Chairs are on casters. Great for a bar area, office, living or family room card table.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Mid Century Flimflam Jacquard Armchairs, by J Kedziorek, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The GFM armchair is an icon of the Polish design of the PRL period.
The famous armchair was designed in 1962 by the Polish interior designer and furnitur...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
20th Century Italian Modern Pair of Vintage Sculptural Club Chairs
By Ico Parisi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 20th Century, vintage Mid-Century modern Italian pair of club chairs in the style of Ico Parisi, in good condition. The seat backrest is slightly leaned to the back with outstretch...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Metal, Iron
Midcentury Leopard Armchair, GFM 142, Edmund Homa, Europe, 1960s
By Edmund Homa
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful leopard armchair GFM-142, designed by Edmund Homa, a polish architect, designer of Industrial Design and interior architecture, professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Gda...
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Beech
De Sede DS-50 Black Leather Recliner Chair, 1970s Switzerland
By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Executive lounge chair by De Sede made in the 1970s, Switzerland. Features a reclining mechanism allowing you to recline the chair almost flat if you choose. Extremely comfortable. T...
Category
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Selig 'Octet' Lounge Chairs
By Selig
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of octagonal shape lounge chairs produced in 1979 by Selig Manufacturing for their "Octet" collection of modular seating.
The Octet upholstery is constructed with tight channel...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Rare 1970's Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs by Erwin Lambeth.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Rare sleek and sophisticated Mid-Century club chairs designed by
Erwin Lambeth.
The chairs have been beautifully reupholstered in a luxurious fabric and
are accented by the...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Charlie Armchair with Bouclé Celadon Structure and Natural Wood Feet
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Charlie armchair welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to postmodern design that radiates through its unusual proportions and strong curves w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Majestic Pair of Thebes Loungers by John Hutton for Randolph & Hein, circa 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
1960s Chinoiserie Barrel Tub Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, barrel tub chairs set you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is stateme...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Danish Art Deco Club or Lounge Chairs with Carved Armrests 1930-40s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Exceptional ultra cool and comfortable mid-size Art Deco club chairs made in Denmark probably around mid 1930's. Very rare find. We love the low and wide proportions and the Diamond ...
Category
1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Beech, Wool
20th Century Mahogany and Stripped Velvet Upholstered Barrel Back Club Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A late 20th Century Mahogany and Stripped Velvet Upholstered Barrel Back Club Chair. Measures 24.5" in width, 26" in depth, 29" in height. Set height is 18.5", arm height is 23.5". S...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Mid-Century Danish 1940's Large Scale Fritz Hansen Style Club Chair
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Sublime large scale club chair in the style of Fritz Hansen made in the early 1940s. The chair is unmarked and we are not aware of the Designer nor maker. Raised on square shaped leg...
Category
1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
Stylish Pair of Milo Baughman Style Lounge Chairs in Lime Chenille, circa 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. Expert custom upholstery service is available.
A fabulous pair of chrome loungers...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Chrome
I.P.E. Pair of 'Corolla' Modular Lounge Chairs in Geometric Brown Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
I.P.E., pair of lounge chairs, model 'Corolla', fabric, chrome-plated steel, Italy, 1970s
A striking design that will add a vibrant allure to your room and intensifies the experienc...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1970s Chrome Blue Velvet Lounge Chair Cy Mann Milo Baughman
By Cy Mann
Located in Monrovia, CA
Vintage 1970s Chrome Cy Mann Milo Baughman Design Style Lounge Chair With Blue Velvet Upholstery.
This Is A Beautiful Sleek Mid Century Chrome Lounge Chair.
Beautiful Modern Squared Chrome Frame With Original Blue Velvet Tufted Upholstery.
This Modern Design Chrome Framed Velvet...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Two 20th Century Baby Pink "Eva" Club Armchairs, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A very comfortable and effective club armchairs "EVA" produced in the 1960s by Silesian furniture factories. It fits both Classic interiors and modern, loft spaces. The armchairs are...
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Metal
DOOQ Organic Modern Armchair Havana in Solid Walnut and Soft Kiwi Cotton Velvet
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Celebrating a one night affair in the Caribbean paradise, Havana armchair insinuates the pleasures of a bohemian lifestyle with its flirtatious and see through shapes, reminding us o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Rattan, Walnut
Harvey Probber Attributed Clean Line Club Chair 1940s
Located in New York, NY
Clean line upholstered club chair attributed to Harvey Probber, American 1940's. Newly upholstered in eggplant mohair by Lobel Modern. These early stream...
Category
1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Club Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Mid Century Beige "Eva" Club Armchair, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A very comfortable and effective club armchair "EVA" produced in the 1960s by Silesian furniture factories. It fits both Classic interiors and modern, loft spaces. The armchair is af...
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Yellow Chenille Velvet Armchair, Edmund Homa, GFM-142, 1960s, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful armchair GFM-142, designed by Edmund Homa. The armchairs were made in the 1960s in the Gosciecinska Furniture Factory. They are made from solid beechwood. The GFM-142 armchair is regarded one of the best polish armchair design from the previous age. The armchairs have been thoroughly renovated. The tension belts have been changed, new upholstery foams - upholstery material has been used - yellow upholstery fabric...
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
Antique and Vintage Club Chairs for Sale on 1stDibs
Traditionally covered in leather and abundantly luxurious, antique and vintage club chairs are among the most comfortable pieces of furniture that you could ever bring into your living room. The classic club chair is one of the 52 types of chairs to know when decorating your home.
While the club chair was especially popular in France during the 1920s — known there as fauteuil confortable (or “comfortable armchair”) — modern versions are derived from those used in 19th-century English gentlemen’s clubs, which is believed to be the origin of their name. A riff on the traditional armchair, these seats typically have low backs, extra-wide armrests and more than sufficient padding to support extended lounging.
Well-known modern interpretations of the club chair can be found in Marcel Breuer’s pared-down Wassily lounge chair and in the cube-like seats of the LC collection, designed by Charles-Édouard “Le Corbusier” Jeanneret, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand. Debuting in 1956, the celebrated Eames lounge chair was a fresh, subversive new take on the classic English club chair and a culmination of experimentation by Charles and Ray Eames, its inventive creators.
When shopping for any style of club chair, be it a mid-century modern club chair, an Art Deco club chair or another type, you’ll want to think about the room you have in mind for this distinct seating. Club chairs occupy a lot of real estate, as they’re usually larger than standard chairs. (You’ll want to make certain that there is at least one foot of space around the chair, for example, to ensure the sitter doesn’t feel cramped and that there is room to move freely around the furnishing.) And although they were originally upholstered in leather, contemporary iterations of the club chair can be found in fabric and plastic.
Introduce a decadent atmosphere and a whole lot of comfort in your living room or reading nook. Explore a collection of antique, new and vintage club chairs on 1stDibs.