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Lounge Chairs For Sale
Jindrich Halabala Lounge Chair in Brown Tibetan Lambswool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala, lounge chair, model 'H269', Tibetan lambswool, stained wood, Czech Republic, 1930s. Extraordinary easy chair in brown Tibetan lambswool upholstery. This chair has...
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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Beech

Sergio Rodrigues Kilin Armchairs by Oca, Brazil
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Kilin' armchairs designed by Sergio Rodrigues and manufactured in 1973 by Oct, Brazil. 
Freijo, leather. Manufactured by Oca, Brazil. These are made from Freijo and Leathe...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Stainless steel lounge chairs by François Monnet for Kappa, France 1970
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Iconic pair of stainless steel lounge chairs by François Monnet for Kappa, France 1970s. Striking design composed of curved stainless steel frames with bulky-shaped cushions. The cus...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Vintage Eames lounge chair & ottoman by Ray & Charles Eames for Herman Miller
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Exceptional find! Stylish & original Eames lounge chair & ottoman. A beautiful and very rare combination : Brazilian rosewood with taupe leather. This color was not a standard off...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Zanotta Blow Chair, designed 1967, unused in original box
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
The Blow inflatable armchair was designed in 1967 by Jonathan De Pas, Donato D’Urbino and Paolo Lomazzi and manufactured from electronically welded transparent PVC (polyvinyl chlorid...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

PVC

Frederick Weinberg Mid-century Modern Iron, Wicker Sling Chair
Located in Miami, FL
Frederick Weinberg Mid-century Modern Iron, Wicker Sling Chair Offered for sale is a vintage Mid-century Modern woven wicker and wrought iron sling lounge chair by Frederick Wein...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Reupholstered Mid-Century Solid Walnut Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Discover the comforting charms of genuine vintage furniture with this lovely pair of Mid-20th Century arm chairs. Constructed of solid walnut with a sturdy yet airy slotted back, the...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Walnut

Bird Chair with Ottoman by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1960
Located in bruxelles, BE
Black metal armchair and ottoman by Harry Bertoia. Model: Bird. Ottoman dimensions: H: 59 cm W: 39 cm D: 42 cm. Wear due to time and age. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE THE BE...
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1960s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Beautiful Pair of Lounge Easy Chairs by Hartmut Lohmeyer for Wilkhahn 1950ies
Located in Berlin, DE
Very rare and beautiful pair of lounge chairs was designed by Hartmut Lohmeyer for Wilkhahn in the 1950s, and made in Germany. It is beautifully shaped and newly reupholstered with ...
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20th Century Lounge Chairs

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Teak

A Pair of Lounge Chairs in Kelim Upholstery, Europe ca 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Rooted in the design principles of 1960s Europe, this pair of lounge chairs exemplifies the fusion of form and function that defined European interiors of the era. The period was mar...
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen ‘New Papa Bear’ Easy Chair in Nubuck Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans J. Wegner for A.P. Stolen, ‘New Papa Bear’ lounge chair, model AP69, oak, reupholstered in Ohmann Colorado nubuck leather, Denmark, 1968/69 This Danish armchair named ‘New Pap...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Guillerme & Chambron Pair of Lounge Chairs in Oak and Brown Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron for Votre Maison, pair of lounge chairs, fabric, oak, France, 1960s This esteemed French design duo is known for their exceptional craftsmanship in solid oak fu...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Jindrich Halabala Lounge Chair in Beige Sheepskin
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala, lounge chair, model 'H269', stained beech, reupholstered in sheepskin "Maori" Honey by Skandilock, Czech Republic, 1930s. Extraordinary easy chair in beige brown ...
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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Beech, Sheepskin

Pair of Taichiro Nakay Armchairs in Cherry Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Taichiro Nakay for La Permanente Mobili, lounge chairs, cherry wood, fabric, Italy, 1955 Taichiro Nakay is an incredibly talented Japanese designer who is mostly known for his part...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Cherry

Michel Ducaroy for SNA Roset Pair of Lounge Chairs in Teak and Cane
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Michel Ducaroy for SNA Roset, pair of armchairs, teak, cane, France, 1950s In the 1950s, the French designer Michel Ducaroy designed these elegant lounge chairs as part of his colle...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Cane, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Selig Imperial Swivel Pod Egg Chair Recliner and Ottoman
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Swanky vintage 1970s pod chair recliner and ottoman manufactured by Selig Imperial in Sweden during the 1970s. Classic, timeless, sleek modern style that will look just as cool 40 y...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Model 103 Lounge chair, Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Neuss, NW
Model 103 Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø for Mikael Laursen. High-quality frame made of solid teak with original seat and backrest made of cognac brown thick leather. Quality Featur...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Lounge chairs "Karelia" by Liisi Beckmann for Zanotta, 1960s, set of 2
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of orange armchairs designed by Liisi Beckmann and manufactured by Zanotta in the '60s, Karelia model. Seat height: 34 cm. Wear due to time and age. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Faux Leather, Foam

Stunning & rare MP-81 lounge chairs by Percival Lafer for LAFER S.A.
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
These rare vintage MP-81 lounge chairs exude comfort and sophistication. The supportive frame envelops you in a gentle embrace as you sink back and unwind. A raised, tubular headrest...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Classic Eames Style Walnut & Leather Lounge Chair & Ott manufactured by Plycraft
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage Plycraft lounge chair and ottoman.. after the classic Charles Eames / Herman Miller Classic Mid-Century Modern tilt/ swivel lou...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Pair of H269 Lounge Chairs by Jindřich Halabala for Up Závody Brno, 1930s
Located in Lucenec, SK
Pair of iconic H-269 lounge chairs by Jindrich Halabala for Up Závody Brno Czechoslovakia, 1930s. The armchairs have been reupholstered in the past (due to the condition of the uphol...
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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Bentwood, Fabric, Upholstery

"ND83" Chair By Jørgen Ditzel and Nanna Ditzel for Søren Willadsen, Denmark 1952
Located in Utrecht, NL
This chair represents what we could consider a timeless Danish Modern classic. The “ND83” was designed in 1952 by Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel for the exhibition "Contemporary Furniture, ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

A Pair of Lounge Chairs with Birch Overlays, Europe circa 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Art Deco, one of the most influential design movements of the early 20th century, reached its peak in the 1930s, merging elegance and modernity with a focus on both style and functio...
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1930s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Alpaca, Wood

Alf Svensson Easy Chairs Model 'Domus' by DUX, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Model Domus designed by Alf Svensson. Produced by DUX, Sweden, 1950s. Newly reupholstered cushions.  
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech

2023 Cecile Maia Pujol for Roche Bobois Lady B Lounge Arm Chair Tissue Butterfly
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Lady B. Arm Chair, originally designed by Cecile Maia Pujol in 2019. This particular example was produced by Roche Bobois in France in 2023. The chair...
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2010s French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Foam

2023 Sacha Lakic for Roche Bobois Bubble Lounge Arm Chair in Blue Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Bubble Arm Chair, originally designed by Sacha Lakic in 2014. This particular example was produced by Roche Bobois in Italy in 2023. This piece is comprised of a wooden fra...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wood, Fabric, Foam

1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Sabrina
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a fully restored Barcelona Lounge Chair and Ottoman, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929. This particular example was produced by Knoll in the USA and dates to t...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

1950s Pair of Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chairs in Calico Ash
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of LCW Lounge Chairs, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames in 1948. They are early Herman Miller examples and feature the 5-2-4 screw pattern, dating back to t...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chair in Sabrina & Stainless
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a fully restored Barcelona Lounge Chair, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929. This particular example was produced by Knoll in the USA and dates to the 1960s. Th...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Jean Gillon "Rodeio" Easy Chair, Brazil, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced in the 1960s by Wood Art Brazil.   Jean Gillon (1919–2007) was born in Lasi, Romania. In 1956, already possessing a consistent portfolio, he moved to São Paulo, where he dev...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Francis Jourdain Pair of Lounge Chairs in Woven Straw and Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Francis Jourdain, pair of armchairs, straw, stained wood, France, 1925 This exceptional chair is a design by French painter and cabinetmaker Francis Jourdain (1976-1958) and exudes ...
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1920s French Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Straw, Wood

1930s Curved Italian Art Deco Pair of Club Chairs in Walnut and Velvet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of armchairs, walnut, aluminum, velvet, Italy, 1930s This exceptional set of chairs, crafted during the Italian Art Deco period of the 1930s, embodies the era's focus on stream...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum

1950s Mid-Century Modern Pair of Italian Club Chairs in Black White Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of armchairs, fabric, lacquered walnut, Italy, 1950s With their distinctive geometry and angular lines, these lovely pair of club chairs are the perfect embodiment of mid-centu...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Ernesto Valabrega Pair of Lounge Chairs in Olive Green Leather and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega, pair of armchairs, mahogany, cherry, leather, Turin, Italy, 1930s These chairs, designed by Ernesto Valabrega in the thirties, depart from ...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Cherry, Mahogany

Mid Century Modern Edward Wormley Style Cane Back Lounge Chairs in Curly Camel
Located in Saint Louis, MO
The alluring contrast between the sleek brushed walnut frames and the curly organic camel fabric shapes makes these chairs the kind of Mid Century Modern lounge chairs that get notic...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Daryl Stokes Redwood Burl Lounge Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
A large redwood burl root chair made by Daryl Stokes, 1970's. Webbed cord seat with sheepskin throws.
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1970s Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Burl

Pair of De Sede DS-50 Reclining Lounge Chairs, 1970s
Located in San Antonio, TX
Pair of two (2) De Sede Ds-50 buffalo leather recliner chairs are in great overall condition, Switzerland, circa 1970s. Dimensions: 34"X27"x37.50"X14.75 "Their specialists ensure ...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Ge270 Chairs by Hans Wegner for Getama
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This pair of lounge chairs by the master of Scandinavian mid century design Hans J Wegner and produced by Getama are in great original condition, the Teak has been dusted and oiled, ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Teak

Il Poltrone lounge chair by Titiana Ammannati and G.P Vitelli, 1973
Located in Athens, Attiki
Il Poltrone lounge chair designed by Titiana Ammannati and G.P Vitelli, as part of the Il Poltoni 175 series, for Comfort Italy 1973.
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Fiberglass

Hans Wegner GE- 290 High Back Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner GE-290 High Back Lounge Chair designed in 1953 and produced by GETAMA. Signed in wood Underneath.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair designed in 1953 and produced by GETAMA. Signed with Mark Underneath.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner GE-290 armchair designed in 1953 and produced by GETAMA. Signed with stamp in the wood underneath.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Oak

Modern Low Chair Gropius CS1 Fluffy Edition with Ottoman in Faux Fur by NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
New NOOM furniture collection is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Bauhaus School in Germany. Ideas of functionalism and conciseness, the combination of Craft...
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2010s Ukrainian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fur, Fabric, Bouclé, Faux Fur, Sheepskin, Wool, Velvet

Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans Wegner GE-290 Lounge Chair designed in 1953 and produced by GETAMA. Signed mark to wood underneath.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Oak

Arne Jacobsen, Original Egg Chair and Ottoman, dated 1968, by Fritz Hansen
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Arne Jacobsen Early 'Egg' chair, model no. 3317, designed 1958, with ottoman this example manufactured in February 1968 (dated to label on base) This is an original old chair with a...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum

60s Michel Arnoult Brazilian Roxinho Leather + Wood Sling Lounge Chair, EX Cond!
Located in Basel, BS
Extremely comfortable, rare and beautiful Brazilian beautiful "Roxinho" 1960s designer by chair by Michel Arnoult in excellent vintage condition.
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Faux Leather, Hardwood

Sedia 1 Lounge Chair
Located in Toronto, CA
‘Sedia 1’ is a self-assembly chair originally designed in 1974 by Italian designer Enzo Mari and put into production by Finnish furniture brand Artek in 2010. The chair is part of th...
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2010s European Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wood

Early Pair of 'SZ02' Lounge Chairs by Martin Visser for ‘t Spectrum, 1960s
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Beautiful pair of modernist ‘SZ02’ lounge chairs designed by Martin Visser for ‘t Spectrum (Holland) in 1960. These early examples date from the 1970s and still have the original bla...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Rare Pair of 'Cantilever' Lounge Chairs by Georges Van Rijck for Beaufort, 1960s
By Beaufort, Georges Vanrijk, Georges van Rijck
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
A very rare pair of Belgian modernist lounge chairs designed by Georges Van Rijck for Beaufort around 1960. This model is called ‘Cantilever’ and has a slight rocking function thanks...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Post Modern Italian Leather Lounge Chairs in Butterscotch Carmel Leather c. 1980
Located in Saint Louis, MO
If you want to live La Dolce Vita, do so in these incredibly stylish Italian Post Modern lounge chairs with surround oversized and overstuffed cushions in supple carmel leather. Designed to satisfy all the senses. Chic Italian looks from the front, back and side. Seriously comfortable VIP sitting experience. Italian leather upholstery with patina the sort only decades can deliver in a carmel color that compliments any color palette. These large wide vintage 1970s Italian chairs' tilted seat guides you back to experience an all enveloping seat back. Arched lower inseam breaks up the seat back cushion silhouette and adds depth and detail. It also serves to ventilate for prime comfort. Like puckered lips, top and bottom arm rest cushions slightly lean out and come together to form a seductive side profile. Note the seat cushion is large and oversized with sexy leather side pleats. It eagerly scrolls forward to please and meet the back of your knees with cushioned bliss. Experience the luxurious and stylish comfort of La Dolce Vita. Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our shop to get your 1stDibs on our new inventory. Photographed along with and also currently available in our shop - Custom Marble and Brass Geometric Screen from Viceroy Miami Cowhide Zebra Print Pillows...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Italian Vintage Elegant White Boucle Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Incredible pair of Italian Vintage White Boucle Wool Chairs. Metal and brass legs and a beautiful shape. These chairs are heavy and comfortable. Love...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

A Nice Armchair, Denmark, 1950s
Located in LEWES, GB
A nice shapely armchair, Denmark, 1950s. Structurally sound. Suitable for reupholstery. Fast shipping worldwide.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Alpaca, Wood

Pair of Modern Lounge Chairs, France circa 1960
Located in Culver City, CA
France, 1960 Unique form lounge chairs newly upholstered in boucle, on wheels. 28”w x 36”d x 32”h x 16”seat Ref. MOD1114 $ 14,500 pair
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1960s French Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Bouclé

1970s Monumental Italian Boxing Glove Lounge Chairs in Cognac Leather
Located in Saint Louis, MO
From the people that brought us La Dolce Vita and taught us how to live it, here is a pair of Italian Leather Lounge Chairs in original cognac leather upholstery oozing high design sensuality. Packed with a punch of 1970s Italian high furniture fashion design, these leather chairs deliver a 'top of my game' and 'boss chair' energy. Modern. Upper crust. Lux. Italian leather upholstery with patina the sort only decades can deliver in a cognac color that merges into any color palette. With a slightly angled seat, the chair purposely slides you into that large wide seat back. Oversized cushions are soft and supple. Sexy pleated back seam detail ventilates and keeps you cool. Killer side profile with exaggerated seams that cascade from top to bottom like puckered lips. Divine sitting experience. Sink back into those big comfy cushions and relax with a glass of wine in that living room with a view. The best cigar smoking chair you'll own. Lounge and read in consuming comfort. Only pair of their kind available globally. Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our shop to get your 1stDibs on our new inventory. Photographed along with and also currently available in our shop - Custom Marble and Brass Geometric Screen from Viceroy Miami Italian Aldo Tura Ivory Cream White Goatskin and Walnut Bar Cart c. 1965 Cowhide Zebra Print Pillows...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Danish Cabinetmaker Honey Sheepskin Lounge Chair, c1940s
Located in London, England
Danish Cabinetmaker Sheepskin Armchair, circa 1940s. This tall lounge chair produced by a Danish Cabinetmaker in the 1940s is typical of Danish lounge chair designs of the day. It f...
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1940s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Beech

1970s Swedish Space Age Jetson Chair In White Leather By Bruno Mathsson For Dux
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
An original 1970s "Jetson" chair in steel and white leather by Swedish designer Bruno Mathsson for Dux. The maker label is affixed to the base. Mathsson's Jetson chair is prized for...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller Early Aniline Dye Red LCW Chair 1950s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Red aniline dye LCW lounge chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames and manufactured by Herman Miller. The aniline-dyed wood is vibrant and rich, showcasing the dramatic grain undern...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Plywood

Hans Wegner Rosewood Papa Bear Chair in Off-White Fabric
Located in London, England
Hans J. Wegner - AP-19 Papa Bear Chair, 1953 Vintage, original 1950s production of one of Danish master Hans Wegner's most iconic designs. The Papa Bear is rightly considered one of...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wool, Rosewood

Antique and Vintage Lounge Chairs for Sale: Wassily Chairs, Eames Chairs and Other Celebrated Seats

While this specific seating is known to all for its comfort and familiar form, the history of how your favorite antique or vintage lounge chair came to be is slightly more ambiguous.

Although there are rare armchairs dating back as far as the 17th century, some believe that the origins of the first official “lounge chair” are tied to Hungarian modernist designer-architect Marcel Breuer. Sure, Breuer wasn’t exactly reinventing the wheel when he introduced the Wassily lounge chair in 1925, but his seat was indeed revolutionary for its integration of bent tubular steel.

Officially, a lounge chair is simply defined as a “comfortable armchair,” which allows for the shape and material of the furnishings to be extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.

The Eames lounge chair, on the other hand, has come to define somewhat of a universal perception of what a lounge chair can be. Introduced in 1956, the Eames lounger (and its partner in cozy, the ottoman) quickly became staples in television shows, prestigious office buildings and sumptuous living rooms. Venerable American mid-century modern designers Charles and Ray Eames intended for it to be the peak of luxury, which they knew meant taking furniture to the next level of style and comfort. Their chair inspired many modern interpretations of the lounge — as well as numerous copies.

On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers.

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