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Lounge Chairs For Sale
Tomato chair - ASKO - Eero Aarnio
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Here we have an original Tomato chair, produced by its original manufacturer ASKO. ​​​​​​​The Tomato chair was designed as an improvement for the Pastil chair, but specifically to be...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Space Age Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Mid Century Jerry Johnson Triumph Walnut Sling Lounge Chair
Located in Lutz, FL
Jerry Johnson Triumph Sling Chair in Walnut and channel tufted black fabric sling. Designed by California designer Jerry Johnson in the Unique patented three-point suspension constru...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Skirted Upholstered Club Chair, Customizable
Located in Greenwich, CT
Our Madison chair features a t-cushion and loose pillow back for additional comfort. The chair is framed in maple and birch. Price does not include fabric. Fabric shown is for imag...
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2010s American American Classical Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Maple

Iconic 'King' Lounge Chair by André Vandenbeuck for Strässle, 1960s
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Iconic ‘King’ lounge chair designed by Swiss architect André Vandenbeuck for Strässle during the 1960s. This is a black leather edition with wooden a...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Poul Kjærholm 'PK22' Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen in Canvas
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Kjærholm 'PK22' Lounge Chair for Fritz Hansen in Canvas. Established in 1872, Fritz Hansen has become synonymous with legendary Danish design. Combining timeless craftsmanship ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Shoji Screen Back Slipper Chairs
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of Michael Taylor for Baker - Far East Collection, Mid-Century Modern slipper chairs with Asian influence, having Shoji screen inspired backs. Price includes refinishing with CO...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

“Kosmos” Lounge Chair by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, Italy 1950
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A stunning easy chair by Augusto Bozzi, manufactured by Saporiti in Italy in 1954. This is a very rare and much sought after piece, the model is named “Kosmos”. The chair has a high...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Sculptural 1970s Bamboo Lounge Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of 1970s bamboo lounge chairs. Modern approach to a timeless and noble material. Sofa also available.
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1970s Philippine Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bamboo

Pair of Art Deco Easy Chairs in Viggo Boesen Style with Red Wool, Denmark 1930's
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Here is a pair of Art Deco easy- and lounge chairs in Viggo Boesen style from the 1930-1940's. They are made with wavy back of dark stained beech upholster...
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs

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Wool, Beech

Baker Furniture Modern Upholstered Armless Lounge Chairs With Ottoman
Located in South Bend, IN
A very nice pair of Modern upholstered armless lounge chairs or slipper chairs with ottoman By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Measures: Chairs: 27"W x 34"D x 30"H. Seat height ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Womb Chair with Ottoman
Located in Countryside, IL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Womb Chair with Ottoman The chair measures: 38.75 wide x 35 deep x 35.5 high, with a seat height of 17 inc...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Leather Armchairs "Oskar" by Harri Korho for Inno, 1990s
Located in Praha, CZ
Set of two leather chairs made by Harri Korhonen for Inno, made in Finland in the 1990's. Made of leather and metal. Fully functional, in ori...
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1990s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Le Corbusier Chaise Longue for Cassina, circa 1960's
Located in Vilnius, LT
Vintage Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand chaise lounge LC4 created in 1928's. Manufacture edition circa 1960's. In natural cow/...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Hyaline leather and glass armchair by Fabio Lenci Comfortline Italy 1960s, set 2
Located in Sas van Gent, NL
Italian space age design by Fabio Lenci, the Hyaline (pronounced as “Hay’Line) chairs are a prime example of Italian design of the time period. The thick leather rolls are interconn...
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1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Glass

1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, model "Siesta" with armrests.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, model "Siesta". Light brown furniture leather, bent beech wood, canvas. Original very good condition: no smells, no stains and...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Beech, Bentwood

Vintage space age Rodica chair by Mario Brunu for Comfort, Italy 1968.
Located in Haderslev, DK
Elevate your living space with the timeless elegance of the 'Rodica' lounge chair, a mid-century masterpiece designed by Mario Bruno for Comfort Italy. Cra...
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1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

American Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of moulded wood and white fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Reupholstered in brand new fabric. Dimensions: 30.2” H x 24.65” W x 32.3” D Seat H...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Swedish Modern Duxello Wing Back Lounge Chair by Folke Ohlsson
Located in Hanover, MA
Duxello wingback lounge chair designed by Folke Ohlsson for DUX of Sweden. This was one of his early designs, dating to 1955. The wings have such a dramatic profile along with the ti...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech

Early 1960's Production Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman For Herman Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
Original Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman finished in Brazilian rosewood and black leather for Herman Miller. Nice example exhibiting attractive figuring to the rosewood veneers and ori...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Johannes Andersen “Capri” Swivel Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Johannes Andersen “Capri” Swivel Lounge Chair. Produced by Trensums. Has Label on Bottom of Chair. NOTE: One Plastic Shoe is Missing. See Phot...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

“Maralunga” Lounge Chair designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1980s
Located in Hilversum, NL
We are delighted to present a true gem: an original “Maralunga” lounge chair designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina. This piece from the early 1980s is in pristine, original con...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Yellow Lounge chairs "Karelia" by Liisi Beckmann for Zanotta, 1960s, set of 2
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of Yellow armchairs designed by Liisi Beckmann and manufactured by Zanotta in the '60s, Karelia model. Seat height: 35 cm. Wear due to time and age. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Foam

5 Pieces Set of Mid Century Rattan Bamboo Sectional Sofa & Arm Longe Chair Mint
Located in Rockaway, NJ
5 Pieces set of mid century tattan bamboo sectional sofa & arm longe chair mint.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan

Sling Chair with Leather, Arms Connected, Lounge Armchair Walnut + Black Leather
Located in Bend, OR
This chair is exactly the same as our Classic sling chair with one exception: the arms connect to the back supports. This listing includes one chair. This award-winning leather and wood sling chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

Pace Collection Argenta Lucite Chairs in Italian Leather
Located in Saint Louis, US
A pair of vintage Argenta Lucite chairs from Pace. These two, are completely reupholstered and refinished with smooth black calfskin leather, wh...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Milo Baughman Parsons Style Ivory Bouclé Chairs with en suite Ottoman c. 1970s
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A seductive silhouette and ultimate comfort come naturally to this unique pair of Milo Baughman Parsons style Mid Century Modern arm chairs with matching en suite Parsons style ottoman newly upholstered in super soft ivory white bouclé. Milo Baughman Parsons style chairs...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Marcel Breuer Wassily lounge chair for Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The iconic Wassily chair by Marcel Breuer for Knoll. Originally known as the model B3 chair, this monumental piece of Mid Century Design was first conceived a...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Tourenne Chair in Performance Velvet by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Tourenne Chair from Lemieux et Cie is a celebration of organic modernism, its rounded, sculptural silhouette reminiscent of the beloved Clam Chair by Philip Arctander and the sin...
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2010s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Italian Designer, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A plywood and white fabric lounge chair designed and produced in Italy, 1950s. Seat height: 14.25”
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Clam Lounge Chairs in Lambswool, Skive Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
The most amazing pair of clam easy chairs made in the style of Arnold Madsen. These chairs were produced by Skive Møbelfabrik in the 1950s and have ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Lambskin, Sheepskin, Beech

Diana lounge chair by Karin Mobring for Ikea Sweden 1970s, thick cognac leather.
By IKEA
Located in Ystad, SE
Well kept vintage Diana Armchair by Karin Mobring for Ikea Sweden 1970s. Glowing patina on both the solid Swedish pine and the thick cognac saddel leath...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Pine

Original Josef Hoffmann Fauteuil, J. & J. Kohn, Model Nr. 428/F
Located in Vienna, AT
Half Moon Fauteuil with original upholstery, can be renewed on request with no further cost Designed by: Josef Hoffmann Executed by: J. & J. Kohn, model nr. 428/F, Vienna, from 1910 ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Percival Lafer MP-97 Chair with Headrest freshly upholstered in green leather
Located in San Diego, CA
This Brazilian Modern Lounge chair could not be more comfortable! The MP-97 was designed by Percival Lafer. With its solid jacaranda hardwood frame, original leather straps, and new ...
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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Jacaranda, Canvas

Manner of Percival Lafer Oak And Leather Arm Chairs, Circa 1970's
Located in Norwalk, CT
This captivating pair of Scandinavian oak and leather armchairs are in a design inspired by the renowned Brazilian designer, Percival Lafer. Crafted in the 1970s, these chairs captur...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

2010 EOOS for Coalesse / Walter Knoll Joel Swivel Lounge Chair in Red Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Joel Swivel Lounge Chair, originally designed by EOOS in Germany for Walter Knoll, and distributed in the USA by Coalesse. These particular examples were produced in 2010. ...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

1950's Mid-Century Modern Lounge Arm Chair
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage original Midcentury Modern lounge chair for sale. Manufactured in the 1950's, and has a solid wood frame in a dark walnut finish. The seat frame has springs built into the se...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Bauhaus Modernist StyleTubular Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Great pair of Bauhaus tubular sling chairs in cowhide and matte steel. The arm covers are black leather that lace up underneath while the seat and ...
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Mid-20th Century German Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Sublime Danish 1940's Large Scale Club Chair in Style of Fritz Hansen V)
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of sublime large scale club chairs very similar to Fritz Hansen's famous model 1518 and likely made in the early 1940s. One chair is slightly taller than the other making them a...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Beech

Stained Beech Easy Chairs in Sheepskin by a Danish Cabinetmaker, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of mid-century easy chairs revolves around high-quality materials, comfort and the mastery of Danish cabinetmakers. Danish design is a remarkable combination of concern for...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Wood

Pace Collection Lounge Chair by Richard Hersberger
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this leather and steel lounge chair designed by Richard Hersberger for Pace Collection, dating from th...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Midcentury Lounge Armchairs Westnofa, Norway, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very comfortable - Marked by label - Rare type.
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Kristian Vedel Willadsen Møbelfabrik Modus MCM Rosewood Leather Chairs Ottoman
Located in Countryside, IL
Kristian Vedel for Willadsen Møbelfabrik Modus Mid Century Danish Rosewood and Leather Lounge Chairs with Ottoman Each chair measuress: 28 wide x 26 deep x 26 high, with a seat heig...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chairs circa 1979 Pair Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iconic Barcelona Lounge Chairs, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, American, circa 1979. Signed with Knoll labels underneath. The leather retains it's warm original pati...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Adrian Pearsall Mom & Pop Swivel Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sculptural Mom & Pop swivel chairs by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates circa 1970 freshly and professionally reupholstered in luxurious Ivory Bouclé. Furniture that's art. Arms gently slope out like a blossoming tulip. An overstuffed cushion runs down along the edge of the seat back adding a sculptural, and comfortable border to the chairs' shell. Our shop selected this beautiful ivory bouclé to add some texture, warmth and curiosity to the sloping lines. The fabric also has a high durability rating and is of the sort you're immediately drawn to feel. Soft and breathable, will keep you toasty in winter and cool in summer. These Pearsall chairs also swivel and tilt making them a great choice for lounging. The set translates easily from Organic Modern or California Modern style, to high design, modern art filled spaces. 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. Mom chair...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Bouclé, Upholstery

Børge Mogensen Loungechair "Model 246" in Oak & Teakwood by Fredericia, 1957
Located in Odense, DK
Early and important chair by Børge Mogensen. The model 246 features rattan cane on seat and back and solid teakwood sledge base attached to the oak construction with finger joints. T...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Rattan, Oak, Teak

Mid Century Modern Lotus Lounge Chair by Rob Parry
Located in Dronten, NL
Reclinable Lotus lounge chair designed by Rob Parry for Gelderland. Rob Parry (The Hague, 1925-2023) was educated at the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague. His most important teache...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Large Brutalist Lounge Chairs in Solid Elm with original fabric France 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Large Brutalist Lounge Chairs in Solid Elm, France, 1960s This exquisite pair of armchairs, crafted in France during the 1950s, draws inspiration from the designs of Finnish designer Olavi Hanninen. The chairs feature a robust solid elm structure with seat and back cushions upholstered in the original fabric. Their generously proportioned design provides exceptional comfort while introducing a distinctive brutalist aesthetic to the living environment. These armchairs are well-suited as striking focal points in various settings, including large living rooms, screening rooms, or office spaces. The wooden framework is in commendable condition, displaying a pleasing patina. However, it is essential to note that the upholstery exhibits minor signs of wear; thus, reupholstering is advisable before regular use. While the wood possesses some patina, it remains in excellent original condition. By selecting mid-century used furniture...
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1960s French Brutalist Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Elm

Stainless Steel & Canvas Cantilever MR Lounge Chair & Ottoman, 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Stainless steel and canvas Cantilever MR lounge chair & ottoman after Mies van der Rohe, 1960. Original.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Alta Chair + Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Zug, CH
Designed by Oscar Niemeyer and Re-edited by ETEL The unusual suede finish in a soft grey-green colour makes this iconic piece special. Created in the 1970s by Oscar Niemeyer and his daughter Anna Maria, the Poltrona Alta is an icon of Brazilian modernist furniture...
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2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Suede

Bruno Mathsson "Eva" Lounge Chair by Karl Mathsson, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Vintage "Eva" lounge chair by Bruno Mathsson made by Karl Mathsson in 1974. The beechwood and hemp webbings has a nice patina and the chair comes with a leather cover hand sewn by Iv...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Hemp, Beech, Leather

Modern Thick Leather Sling Hanging Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of leather or fabric hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable ex...
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2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Danish Mid Century Modern, Pair of Armchairs in Beech and Original Fabric, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A timeless pair of Danish modern lounge chairs in beech and the original colorful flower fabric. Crafted by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s. These fine lounge chairs embodies the...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Beech

1970s Pierre Paulin for Artifort F303 Lounge Chair, a Pair
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a pair of Model F 303 chairs by legendary French furniture designer Pierre Paulin for Artifort, circa the 1970s. This stunning pair showcases a hard polyurethane molded shell, clear leg glides and a newly reupholstered seat. This low-slung chair...
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1970s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Edvard And Tove Kindt-Larsen, Lounge Chair, Teak, Shearling, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and beige shearling "Fireside" lounge chair designed by Edvard And Tove Kindt-Larsen and produced by Gustav Bertelsen, Denmark, c. 1940s. Reupholstered in brand new authentic...
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1940s Danish Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Teak

'Hyaline' armchairs in light pink suède by Fabio Lenci for Stendig, 1960s
Located in amstelveen, NL
Hyaline light pink/beige suède and glass armchairs by Fabio Lenci for Stendig Italy 1960s, set of 2 The thick suede rolls are interconnected in a flexible form and are fixed to the ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Suede, Glass

George Smith Damask Down Velvet Castors Armchairs & Ottoman, Set of 3
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, signature armchairs...
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1990s English Other Lounge Chairs

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Cotton, Velvet, Wood, Down

Yrjö Kukkapuro 'Skaala' Leather Lounge Chairs for Avarte, Finland, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible pair of collectible 'Skaala' lounge armchairs by Yrjo¨ Kukkapuro for Avarte, made in Finland, circa 1970. Featuring original burgundy red leather seat cushions, birch and tubular steel frames with sleigh legs capped with rubber feet. *Priced individually, we have two chairs left from an original set of five. There is so much that make these chairs great. First, the birch wood backs and arms are so cool - making the chairs excellent to float within a room where the backs can be seen. Consider using as office guest chairs...
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1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Savana Armchair in Natural Wicker, Brazilian Contemporary Style
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This armchair is made of wicker in the Brazilian contemporary style. A clump of grass, a bush, which moves in the wind and envelops its inhabitant was the inspiration for creating the Savana...
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2010s Brazilian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Pair of Lounge Chairs in the style Vilhelm Lauritzen, Denmark 1940s, Oak, Beige
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Lounge Chairs in the style Vilhelm Lauritzen, Denmark 1940s, Oak, new beige oatmeal fabric. The chairs were recently expertly recovered. Ready for a new home.
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1940s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Pedro Armchair In Antique Pink Velvet By Carl Gustav Hiort Af Ornäs Finland 1950
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
1950s, midcentury original and beautiful "Pedro" armchair by Carl Gustav Hiort Af Ornas for Puunveisto Oy-Träsnideri AB, Finland. This chair is in a good condition and upholstered wi...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

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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