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Lounge Chairs For Sale
Period: 1940s
Period: 1920s
American Designer, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and beige silk fabric lounge chair or armchair designed and produced in the USA, c. 1940s.
Fabric in fair to distressed condition, tears present to armrest. In order to repli...
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1940s American Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Large Danish 1940's Channelback Lounge Chair in Round Organic Shape
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Incredibly comfortable, exuberantly designed high back lounge chair. The style is very much that of Viggo Boesen and true to his style and design proportions that perfectly captures ...
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Beech
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Barrel Chair, 1940s
Located in Coronado, CA
This large, chunky barrel chair was designed by Edward Wormley and manufactured by Dunbar in the late 1940s. The plump rounded body sits on a round walnut plinth base which also feat...
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1940s American Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Upholstery
Italian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Shearling, Wood, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of organic wood and beige shearling lounge chairs, designed and produced in Italy, 1940s.
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Eggshell, Wood
Rare Danish Easy Lounge Chair in Mahogany Attributed to Otto Færge, 1940's
By Otto Færge 1
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Incredibly comfortable, exuberantly designed large lounge chair. The style is very much that of Otto Færge and true to his style and design proportions that perfectly captures the es...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Wool
Pair of Rene Prou Armchairs, circa 1940
By René Prou
Located in CA, CA
A superb pair of Rene Prou armchairs, circa 1940.
Upholstered in taupe with contrasting piping, with curved legs, back and deep scrolled arms.
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1940s Pair of Italian Lounge Chairs in Muted Green Upholstery and Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of armchairs, fabric, walnut, Italy, 1940s
Italian in origin, these graceful chairs bridge the gap between the decorative flair of Art Deco and the sleek sensibilities of moder...
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1940s Italian Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Swivel Chairs in Blue, Pair
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring a distinctive look with this pair of Dunbar Furniture Revolving Television Chairs model no. 4626 designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1940's. The look is clean and soph...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Finnish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Velvet, Wood, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood and brown velvet fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Finland, c. 1940s.
In unrestored condition, with lively patina to wood and vintage fabric in distressed...
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1940s Finnish Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Olive Green Fabric Armchairs by Paolo Buffa with Walnut Frame, Italy
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1940s.
The armchairs feature a walnut frame and is upholstered in a high-quality olive green fabric, which is original and in excellent condition.
They are probably ...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of 1940s Art Deco Velvet Upholstered Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1940s Art Deco green velvet upholstered lounge / club chairs. The chairs have fringed skirts and the original velvet fabric. The pillows are not original, but nicely done. ...
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Asko, Lounge Chairs, Velvet, Wood, Finland, 1940s
By Asko
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of grey velvet lounge chairs, model "Elizabeth" produced by Asko, Finland, c. 1940s.
Dimensions: 28.6” H x 26.4” W x 29.25” D
Seat Height: 16.25”
All upholstered furniture ...
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1940s Finnish Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Renzo Zavenella Attribution, Lounge Chairs, Velvet, Wood, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of purple velvet and wood lounge chairs attributed to Renzo Zavenella, Italy, c. 1940s.
Dimensions: 40.6” H x 31” W x 35” D
Seat Height: 19”
All upholstered furniture can b...
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1940s Italian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Upholstered Swedish Modern Lounge Chair, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Mid-century modern is an interior style which championed notions of functionality and simplicity in design. This 1940s winged armchair is a great representation of the craftsmanship ...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1940s Pair of Early Charles Eames for Herman Miller Lcw Lounge Chairs in Birch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed in the late 1940s by Charles Eames, this chair has cemented itself in Mid-Century Design like very few other pieces. Early models like this are difficult to come by and are very rarely in such good condition, as many have been worked on in some way or another before their value shot up. These chairs feature a super sleek design of steam-bent plywood, an incredibly innovative technique pioneered by Herman Miller in collaboration with the Eames's and manufacturing firm Evans. The large seat and back are mounted to a molded plywood base with rubber shock mounts, another Eames staple. This allows them to have excellent contrast through spacing, which gives them an excellent stance, almost insect-like. Both are early chairs with the 5-2-5 screw configurations beneath.
This pair features all original hardware, finish, and shock mounts. Very few blemishes, and those that exist are minimal, barely visible even in our high-res pictures.
At this time, we have two early pairs, as seen in in photos. We also have another single early model, and two extremely rare pre-production chairs with the accompanying molded plywood coffee table...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rubber, Wood, Plywood
Modernist Lounge Chairs by Gösta Jonsson, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of elegant lounge chairs by Gösta Jonsson, upholstered in caramel colored sheepskin. Chunky design with generous lines.
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
1950s Bent Plwood Chair by Ray Komai JG Furniture Inc. Mid-Century Architect
By Ray Komai
Located in Zagreb, HR
A collectible piece, very important Chair in US Design History designed by American designer Ray Komai, very rare early production.
This chair was shown in the US Pavillon on the ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bentwood, Plywood
Large Märta Blomstedt Aulanko Armchair in Moonlight Natural Sheepskin, 1940s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A wonderful and iconic "Aulanko" lounge chair designed by Märta Blomstedt in the 1930s for the Hotel Aulanko in Finland. This chair is from the 1940s and reupholstered in soft & "moo...
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Two Reconstructivist Lounge Chairs in Oak by René Gabriel, France 1940s
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Hellouw, NL
These reconstructivist lounge chairs by René Gabriel embody resilience and functionality. Crafted for Lieuvin, they reflect the pragmatic yet thoughtful approach of the period, where...
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of Rattan Wingback Chairs & Ottomans, France, 1940's
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of wicker wingback chairs with matching ottomans, including newly fabricated loose cushions in Kravet outdoor fabric. Large scale wicker frames with magazine holsters on one si...
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Melchiore Bega Attribution, Lounge Chairs, Shearling, Wood, Italy, 1940s
By Melchiore Vega
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of sizeable beige shearling and dark-stained wood lounge chairs attributed to Melchiore Bega, Italy, 1940s.
15.5" seat height
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1940s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Gio Ponti Attribution, Lounge Chairs, Shearling, Wood, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood and beige shearling lounge chairs, design attributed to Gio Ponti, presumably produced by Casa e Giardino, Italy, 1940s.
Category
1940s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Pair of Danish 1940s Mid-size Low Back Swivel Base Lounge Chairs
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of sublime mid-scale Danish club or lounge chair made in the 1940s. The chairs Bear resemblance Fritz Hansen's to Fritz Hansen's well known club chair designs but offer the same...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech, Maple
Lounge Chair with Stained Beech Legs by Danish Cabinetmaker, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish Modern evolved from the craft traditions of cabinetmaking in Denmark, bolstered by the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers Guild Exhibitions from the 1920s onwards. It was further energi...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Egon Eiermann Model 'E10' or 'Korbsessel' Rattan Lounge Chair, 1949
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Awesome model 'E10' or 'Korbsessel' lounge chair, manufactured by Heinrich Murrmann and created in 1949 by German designer and architect Egon Eiermann (1904–1970). Rattan frame with ...
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1940s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rattan
French René Gabriel Style Wrought Iron Accent Chair in Rust Velvet, 1940s
Located in Chicago, IL
Sold and priced individually.
A 1940s French Art Deco accent chair, reflecting the honest designs of René Gabriel. Constructed from hand-forged wrought iron, the chair features an i...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
French Art Deco Rattan Lounge Chair / Recliner / Chaise Longue, 1920
Located in New York, NY
Authentic French Art Deco Chaise Lounge in Bamboo and Rattan circa 1920 with rattan woven in a cubist form and presenting a chic, slender profil...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Wassily Lounge Chair by Marcel Breuer for Knoll, 1920s
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Budapest, HU
The Wassily chair, designed by Marcel Breuer in the 1920s for Knoll, stands as an iconic piece in the evolution of modern design. Renowned for its pioneering use of materials and dis...
Category
1920s Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
1940s Fritz Hansen Easy Chair Reupholstered in long haired Icelandic Sheepskin.
Located in København K, 84
In the annals of mid-20th century design, this rare 1945 Fritz Hansen easy chair (model 1595) with long haired Icelandic sheepskin stands as a testament to the innovative spirit and ...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Clara Porset Lounge Chairs 'Butaque' in Original Patinated Leather
By Clara Porset
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Attributed to Clara Porset, armchairs 'Butaque', patinated leather, cypress wood, Mexico, circa 1947
Made around 1947, these chairs hail from Mexican origins and are designed by Cub...
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1940s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cypress
Pair of sheepskin lounge chairs in the manner of Märta Blomstedt, DENMARK, 1940S
Located in Hägersten, SE
Pair of lounge chairs in the manner of Märta Blomstedt. Designed and produced in Denmark by Danish cabinetmaker. Legs in oak and off white sheepskin upholstery. Upholstery is new and...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Mid Century Modern Early Version C1946 Evans Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Birch
Located in Port Jervis, NY
What more can be said about this chair. Such a revolutionary design which took a fair amount of time to perfect. This particular chair is crafted from birch and bears all the origina...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Alfred Christensen, Lounge chair in boucle, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Alfred Christensen lounge chair new upholstered with boucle.'
Armrests of stained oak, legs of stained beech.
Made in the 1940s by Slagelse Møbelværk.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Pair Scalloped Asymmetrical Lounge Chairs, 1940s
Located in Dallas, TX
This pair of asymmetrical lounge is a stunning take on a Hollywood Regency wingback chair. Inspired by Art Deco design elements, they each feature a tight back shows off plush tailored vertical channel tufting that lines up with a sloped, scalloped backrest creating a streamlined effect and visual depth to any living area. The swivel bases gives these chairs a unique look. In restored condition; generously padded upholstery is expertly covered in beautiful luxe velvet fabric to easily complement any aesthetic. Bold and sophisticated, this fully upholstered swivel chair set...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
René Gabriel for Lieuvin 'RG178' Lounge Chairs in Solid Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rene Gabriel for Lieuvin, lounge chairs model RG178, oak, France, design circa 1946.
These lounge chairs are designed by the French artist René Gabriel, known for his reconstructivi...
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Gio Ponti, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1936
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of wood and fabric lounge chairs. This design was presented at the Triennale di Milano of 1936 and has been authenticated by the Gio Ponti archive.
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Italian Pair of Wingback Chairs in Mint Green Velour
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of easy chairs, velvet, beech, Italy, 1940s
Made in Italy, these lounge chairs embrace a robust structure adorned with elegant ears and accentuated pointed corners. The incline...
Category
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Rare Model "Mikki" Armchair by Carl Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs Finland 1940s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
This rare chair model "Mikki” were designed by Carl Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs and produced by his own company, Puunveisto Oy in the mid 1940s in Finland. Super elegant and enticingly fun...
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Wood
Danish Modern, Honey Sheepskin, Beech, Organic Lounge Chairs, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Danish Modern, Honey Sheepskin, Beech, Organic Lounge Chairs, Denmark, 1940s
Pair of organic form lounge or easy chairs by an unknown Danish cabinetmaker designed and produced in De...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Arts and Crafts Wicker Longue Chair By Dryad and Co UK.1920s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Arts ana Crafts Wickering Longue Chair UK 1920s
Category
1920s British Victorian Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Danish Highback Easy Chair with Open Armrests by Alfred Christensen, 1940's
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic elegant Danish high back armchair from the 1940s by Alfred Christensen for Slagelse Mobelvaerk with open armrests in beautifully carved beech. Nice slim elegant sculptural si...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Wool
Art Deco Armchair by Maurice Rinck in Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Maurice Rinck, lounge chair, reddish brown leather, beech, France, 1940s
Grand and comfortable club chair in leather upholstery. Truly extraordinary and luxurious chair that feature...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Jacob Kjaer, Lounge Chairs, Teak, Black Leather, Denmark, 1945
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable, teak and leather lounge chairs designed and produced by Jacob Kjaer, Denmark, 1945.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Large English-Style Over-Sized Club Chair, Denmark, 20th Century
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Superbly stylish oversized club chair and based on style, construction and condition probably made around 1950. The style is very English but we found the chair Denmark so they are m...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech
Hollywood Regency Scalloped Asymmetrical Red Velvet Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
A fabulous pair of "Asymmetrical" chairs exemplifying the glamour of the Hollywood era. These accent chairs with an iconic silhouette featuring a scalloped backrest, graceful curves slope gently downward on an overstuffed seat with just the right amount of support, standing on four conical feet. In restored condition, each chair gets a jewel-toned makeover with luxe velvet...
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1940s Hollywood Regency Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Elegant Art Deco Macassar Ebony Lounge Chairs by Maison Dominique
Located in Montreal, QC
Pair of Elegant Art Deco Macassar Lounge Chairs by Dominique André Domin & Marcel Genevriere Maison Dominique Provenance: Property from a Private Collection, Chicago, Illinois and C...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Macassar
Pair of Italian Regency Armchairs
Located in Danville, CA
Regal pair of Italian Regency armchairs with caned seats and gilt decoration. Cane seats have been replaced. Seat cushions are included as form
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1940s Italian Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cane
Mogens Lassen Style High-Back Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mogens Lassen Style High-Back Lounge Chair. Wonderful Sculptural Design. Unmarked
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Italian Designer, Lounge Chair, Wood, Velvet, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and green velvet lounge chair or high-back chair designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s.
Reupholstered in brand new velvet.
Dimensions: 40” H x 28.75” W x 31” D
Seat Heig...
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1940s Italian Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Bauhaus Brown Leather and Tubular Chrome Armchair in the Style of Marcel Breuer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cantilevered, quintessential Bauhaus leather armchair with tubular chrome frame in the style of Marcel Breuer. In very original condition with...
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1940s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Danish Cabinetmaker Lounge Chair in a Patterned Bouclé Fabric, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This beautiful Danish cabinetmaker lounge chair recalls the peak of Danish Mid-Century Modern design. Thanks to its curved shape, this model is exceptionally cosy and elegant. Curved chairs like this are statement pieces in any space, but they can also adapt to a variety of styles thanks to their universal appeal.
With its classic shape paired with modern design, the generous size, and fully upholstered body, this lounge chair is outstanding, even when measured to the many beautiful models created in Denmark during the mid-century era. The large, curved design is reminiscent of the Chesterfield style, with rolled arms and a curving back, short feet, and button tufting. While the impression may recall the historic style, it is its more streamlined, modern interpretation with fewer decorative elements and a much lighter colour palette. The stitches on the back create a scalloped look that sections the back, enhancing the voluptuous size. The Danish design idiom, among other things, was centred on gentle yet robust support for the spine - a quality that engender contentment and well-being, a defining characteristic of Danish culture. The visual appearance however, is not the only thing that echoes Danish design, but also the exquisite craftsmanship under the fully upholstered body. The short, mismatched stained beech legs add a modern, organic feel, balancing out the voluptuous profile of the sofa. The front legs differ in their angle and shape from the back ones, adding visual interest, while the masterful sense of proportions and the soft upholstery guarantee functionality and comfort.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The sofa has been reupholstered recently in a premium bouclé fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.
Dimensions:
37.2 in W x 40.55 in D x 35.03 in H; Seat height 16.33 in; Arm height 23.62 in
94.5 cm W x 103 cm D x 89 cm H; Seat height 41.5 cm; Arm height 60 cm
About the Designer:
This Danish-made sofa...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Barrel Chair, 1947
Located in Dallas, TX
An early barrel chair designed by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc. in 1947. Reupholstered in Holly Hunt / Hembra / Palm fabric. Original finish to legs.
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1940s Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
1940s Rare Miroslav Navratil armchair in Alvar Aalto style - Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- wooden parts restored
- original upholstery in very good condition, cleaned
- jr
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1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Italian 1940s Lounge Chairs Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in CA, CA
Italian 1940s pair of armchairs attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich. These chairs are an exceptional example of Ulrich's architectural skill where line becomes form and back again.
The ch...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1st Generation Black LCW Lounge Chair by Charles Eames for Evans 1940s
Located in Troy, MI
1st generation LCW lounge chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames
Produced by Evans Plywood Products circa 1948-49
Molded Ash plywood in black finish
Remarkable condition with 5-2-5...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Ash, Plywood
Danish Cabinetmaker, Mid-Century Modern, Wingback Lounge Chair, Green Velvet
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Manhasset, NY
Fritz Hansen Style, Danish Cabinetmaker, Mid-Century Modern, Wingback Lounge Chair, Green Velvet, Oak, 1940s
Green velvet wingback lounge chair ...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Fritz Hansen Model 1582 Wingback Lounge Chair Danish Mid-Century
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very cool low swung wing back lounge chair made by Fritz Hansen in Copenhagen, Denmark as model 1582. The wooden armrests and legs are made of varnished oak wood showing great grain ...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Finnish Designer, Organic Lounge Chairs, Shearling, Wood, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of organic beige shearling and wood lounge chairs designed and produced in Finland, 1940s.
13.5" seat height
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
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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