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Lounge Chairs For Sale
Period: 1960s
Period: 1930s
Cadaqués Heritage: Salvador Dali's Beloved Traditional Chair, circa 1930
Located in Barcelona, ES
Immerse yourself in the historical charm of the "Cadaqués Heritage" chair, a traditional six-leg beauty hailing from popular art in Cadaqués, circa 1930. Manufactured in Spain, this ...
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1930s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Rattan, Wood

Guillerme & Chambron 'Grand Repos' Lounge Chair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, 'Grand Repos' lounge chair oak, white wool upholstery, oak, France, 1960s. Guillerme and Chambron are known for their high quality solid oak ...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

1930, Paul Schuitema Easy Chair, Fabric with Black Lacquered Wooden Armrests
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
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1930s Dutch Industrial Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage Eames Rosewood Lounge Chair, c. 1965
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Vintage Eames Rosewood Lounge Chair, c. 1965. Black leather with wear and some slight damage but having a fine patina. 30.75” h. x 32” d. x 32” w. (the chair).
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Genuin 1930s Arne Jacobsen “Paris Chair”
Located in Vejle Øst, DK
Arne Jacobsen (1902-1971) was one of the most visionary and progressive Danish architects of his time. He was admitted to the School of Architecture at the Royal Danish Academy of Arts from 1924 to 1927. In 1929, two years after graduating from the School of Architecture, the only 27-year-old Arne Jacobsen won first prize for his ultra-modern concept "The House of the Future" at an exhibition held by the Academic Association of Architects. The house was built in full size for the exhibition, and was the first example of actual modernist architecture in Denmark. The iconic Paris Armchair was designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1929 for a competition issued by the Kurvemagerforeningen. When he presented the famous "House of the Future" later that year, the chair was shown as part of the interior design. Until World War II, the Paris lounge chair...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Four French Art Deco Club Chairs
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Set of four French Art Deco club chairs with black lacquered trim and new pink and gray floral upholstery. The seat height is 15” Back height is 31” Front to back is 26” Arm to arm...
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1930s French Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Warren Platner Lounge Chairs in Sapphire Velvet, A Pair
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now we have 2 pairs of Warren Platner Lounge Chairs. Priced per pair these chairs are a sublime fusion of opulence and iconic design that are timelessly chic. Crafted to perfection, these lounge chairs are not merely pieces of furniture; they are functional pieces or art. Enveloped in a sumptuous deep sapphire velvet, these lounge chairs redefine comfort and style. The allure of the plush upholstery beckons you to sink into a world of indulgence, with the rich velvety texture against your skin, a tactile symphony that will elevate your relaxation to an art form. Warren Platner was a luminary in the world of modern design, Platner's career was marked by a relentless pursuit of innovation and elegance. Trained as an architect, he seamlessly transitioned into the realm of furniture design, leaving an indelible mark with his distinctive creations. Platner's ingenuity was particularly evident in his collaboration with Knoll, a legendary name in the world of modern furniture. Founded in 1938 by Hans Knoll and later joined by his wife Florence Knoll, the company became synonymous with cutting-edge design and a commitment to quality craftsmanship. Knoll became a trailblazer, collaborating with visionaries like Warren Platner to create pieces that would go on to define an era. The Platner Lounge Chairs, with their unique design and quality materials, stand as a testament to the enduring legacy of both Warren Platner and Knoll. These chairs aren't just pieces of furniture; they are collectors' items, highly sought after by those who appreciate the intersection of art and functionality. In a world where trends come and go, the Platner Lounge Chairs stand the test of time. They aren't just a place to sit; they are an experience, a visual and tactile journey into the lap of luxury. Owning these chairs isn't just a choice; it's an affirmation of a lifestyle that values the finer things – where comfort meets design, and every piece of furniture is a statement. These chairs would look incredible in any mid century modern, contemporary or modern environment. We currently have these chairs in our gallery alongside other iconic pieces, and Arne Jacobsen egg chair, and Eero Saarinen dining set...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Nickel

"Bastiano" Lounge Chair by Tobia Scarpa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Bastiano" Lounge Chair by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina. Original Leather in Oxblood Brown. Italy; c1960s
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Pair of Italian Lounge Chairs in Teak and Red Striped Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, teak, wood, fabric, Italy, 1960s A pair of lounge chairs from the vibrant 1960s. These Italian easy chairs breathe elegance and sophistication. Crafted with m...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood, Teak

Fabricius & Kastholm FK6725 Desk, Lounge Chair in Brown Leather, Kill
Located in Antwerp, BE
A timeless sculpture of modernity, chocolate brown leather beautiful FK 6725 lounge chair designed in 1964, the model received a federal award for good form. As a meeting lounge chai...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Model 68 Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Leather by Georg Thams for A.S. Vejen, 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare, authentic Danish Modern 'Fåtölj' Model 68 lounge chair and ottoman set designed by the influential Georg Thams for A. S. Vejen Polstermøbelfabrik. Designed and cr...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Midcentury pine lounge chair by David Rosén, NK, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lounge chair by David Rosén, made from pine in a chunky, rustic design. Rounded details, lovely woodgrain. Comes with a loose sheepskin.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Pine

Ole Wanscher 1960s Rosewood Senator Lounge Chair with Leather Cushions
Located in London, GB
Ole Wanscher - Senator Lounge Chair, c1960s The Senator series of chair, sofa and rocking chair was produced as part of Wanscher's late career collaboration of more minimal and mode...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Wool

Set of 4 Kill International FK6725 leather chairs by Fabricius & Kastholm
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
The set of 4 elegant FK 6725 Bird chairs with high backrests is in very good condition. The taupe-colored leather of the chairs shows hardly any signs of wear and has a charming pati...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Seldom seen Kem Weber / Lloyds, Chromed Steel Art Deco Lounge Chair c 1934
Located in Buffalo, NY
Streamline Moderne iconic design by Karl Emanuel Martin (K.E.M.) Weber designed in 1934 and manufactured '35-37 by Lloyd Manufacturing. Uncommon and most sought after form of seating...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Set of 4 rattan pod chairs 60s
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
The set of 4 rattan pod chairs is in good condition. The wickerwork shows no signs of damage and is solid; the metal frame covered in black plastic has some of the plastic coating co...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Set of 2 Tooled Leather Sling Lounge Chairs by Angel Pazmino, Ecuador, c. 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare set of sling chairs by the incomparable Angel Pazmino. Recently and painstakingly restored by our team of craftsmen this iconic set has a new lease on life and we...
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1960s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Jacaranda

Pierre Paulin - Concorde F780 Lounge Chairs with their table
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage pair of lounge chairs, model F780 called Concorde, with their original table by Pierre Paulin (1966). Each armchair: width 56 cm, depth 76, seat height: 33 cm. Very good cond...
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1960s French Space Age Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Osvaldo Borsani Tecno Italian Midcentury Wood Leather "Canada" Armchairs 1965
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design set of two armchairs model P110 Canada designed by Osvaldo Borsani and produced by Tecno, bearing frame of curved wood to which seat and backrest are...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Rare Stig Poulsson 'Bequem' Lounge Chair in Brown Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Stig Poulsson, lounge chair, model 'Bequem', leather, aluminum, ash, Denmark, designed 1968-1969 This 'Bequem' lounge chair is designed by Stig Poulsson. The most striking feature o...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum

Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Birch, Velvet, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of green grey velvet and birch lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Seat height 16”.
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1930s Swedish Neoclassical Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Birch

Mid-Century Modern Low Armchair, Orignal Upholstery, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Low Armchair, Orignal Upholstery, 1960s
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1960s Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of H-269 Lounge Chairs by Jindřich Halabala, Czech Republic 1930s
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of armchairs by Czech designer Jindřich Halabala features dark-stained armrests elegantly curving around the sides of the seat, seamlessly becoming the supporting ...
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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Pair of 1930s danish cabinet maker lounge chairs reupholstered in premium bouclé
Located in København K, 84
Very solid Pair of Fully Restored and reupholstered 1930s Danish Cabinetmaker Lounge Chairs with contemporary Sacho/Kvadrat fabric designed by Vincent van Duysen and Anna Vilhelmine ...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Bouclé, Beech

Original 1960's Production Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman For Herman Miller
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
Original Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman finished in Brazilian rosewood and black leather for Herman Miller. A particularly nice example exhibiting very dramatic and attractive figurin...
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century walnut lounge chairs were designed and manufactured in the united states circa 1960s. These chairs feature a walnut frame with a wide curved backrest, offering solid supp...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Guillerme & Chambron Easy Chair in Oak and Green Wool
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, lounge chair, oak, fabric, France, 1960s A sculptural easy chair by Guillerme and Chambron that is very well executed and made of solid, carv...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Oak, Wool

Tecno Italian Bulky Lounge Chair in Dark Brown Suede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Tecno, lounge chair, suede, dark stained wood, Italy, 1960s. A substantial and sizable armchair produced by Italian furniture company Tecno. The bulky appearance is amplified by th...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Suede, Wood

Rare René Gabriel Art Deco Armchair in Grid Canvas Upholstery and Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
René Gabriel, armchair, beech, canvas webbing, France, design ca. 1934 A frontrunner of French design, René Gabriel (1899-1950) started his career as an interior decorator during th...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Beech, Canvas

Marco Zanuso for Arflex 'Fourline' Chair in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Marco Zanuso for Arflex, lounge chair, black leather, steel, Italy, 1964 This lounge chair by Zanuso remains among the best examples of armchairs designed by the architect. It is no...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Italian Pair of Wingback Lounge Chairs in Black Leather and Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, leather, mahogany, Italy, 1960s This wonderful pair of sturdy and voluminous lounge chairs show nice details and elegant lines. The 'ears' and armrest are bea...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Mahogany

1960s Mid Century Walnut & Leather Lounge Chair by Eames for Vitra - Set of 2
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century lounge chair and ottoman set designed by Charles Eames and manufactured by Vitra circa 1980s. This set is truly one-of-a-kind with its black leather upholstery and unique...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, Safari Chair with ottoman
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen. Safari chair new upholstered with Vintage aniline leather. With ottoman. Frame in solid ash. Model Safari chair, made by Rud Rasmussen.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Ash

Italian Midcentury Armchairs in White Upholstery and Brass Stiletto Feet, 1960s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Magnificent and elegant pair of two Italian original mid-century armchairs or lounge chairs from the 1960s with brass stiletto feet. Attributed to Design from Gigi Radice. Completely...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Brass

Pierre Paulin Oyster Chair for Artifort
Located in Barcelona, ES
Oyster chair designed in 1958 by french designed Pierre Paulin for the dutch company Artifort. Chromed steel base and upholstered in original fabric. Signed.
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Illum Wikkelsø Cognac Leather Lounge Chair for Koefoed's Møbelfabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Foam, Walnut

Pair of 1960s Hollywood Regency Upholstered Lounge Chairs with Casters
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Vintage Hollywood Regency Upholstered Lounge club chairs with casters. Circa 1960s Feature solid wood frames, barrel backs, original...
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1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern Barrel Back Swivel Club Chairs or Lounge Chairs Walnut Base
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A super comfy matching pair of barrel back lounge chairs circa 1960's. These feature swiveling walnut base with blue fabric. Fabric is old and should be replaced.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Arne Norell Sirocco Safari Lounge Chair in dark brown wood and leather, Sweden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Sirocco Safari Lounge Chair designed by Arne Norell and manufactured by Norell Möbel AB in Sweden. Refinished dark brown rosewood frame with the original leather cushions in beautifu...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Rope, Wood

Pair of Chromed Tubular Steel and New Blue Mohair Cantilever Art Deco Armchairs
Located in Vienna, AT
Pair of cantilever Art Deco armchairs in tubular steel with new dark blue mohair fabric covers. The original design of the FN 21 Famos model was made by Mücke & Melder in 1930. The armrests are made of stained beech. Mucke Melder began producing furniture in nickel-plated and chromed steel in 1928. The first type was a spring chair designed by A. Lurcat for the Thonet company, whose designs he often used under licence. Arnošt Beck created her own design for it. This pair of Art Deco- Bauhaus cantilever...
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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Space Age Vintage Authentic Plastic Lounge Chair Dieter Rams 1960s Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age vintage authentic lounge chair from plastic and leather in brown and ivory color tone by Dieter Rams, 1960s Germany. A fantastic and freestanding vintage lounge chair desig...
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1960s German Space Age Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Ultrasuede, Plastic

Pair of Midcentury Modern Lohmeyer Model 400 Lounge Chairs For Wilkhahn, 1959
Located in Le Grand-Saconnex, CH
Set of two mid-century modern lounge chairs, designed by Hartmut Lohmeyer and made by Wilkhahn, Germany, in early 1960. Rare set, made of solid teak and woven cane. The cane work is ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Cane, Teak

Pair of Danish late Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Mahogany Armrests, 1930s
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Superb Danish late Art Deco early midcentury chairs from the early 1930's with spring cushions and beautiful open armrests and legs carved in solid Cuban Mahogany with great grain an...
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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Cotton, Mahogany

Herman Miller, Mid-Century Modern, Eames Lounge Chair, Ottoman, USA, 1960s
Located in Stamford, CT
Herman Miller, Mid-Century Modern, Eames Lounge Chair, Ottoman, USA, 1960s A vintage Herman Miller lounge chair with matching ottom...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Plywood, Leather

Mid century vintage leather sling 657 lounge chair by Charles pollock
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century vintage leather sling lounge chair ‘657’ by Charles pollock. Light tan thick hide leather sling with black cushion. Labeled knoll. Go...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Gieger Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Rosewood & Black Leather, Arflex Italia, 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gieger Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Rosewood & Black Leather, Arflex Italia, 1960s Shell constructed of three elements of rosewood that connect via a fantastic black steel joint. Shel...
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Carlo de Carli for Sormani Pair of 'PIPA' Lounge Chairs in Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carlo de Carli for Sormani, pair of 'PIPA' lounge chairs, wood, metal and leather, Italy, circa 1963. A pair of 'PIPA' lounge chairs, designed by the Italian Carlo de Carli in circa...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Jørgen Kastholm Pair of Tubular Lounge Chairs in Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jørgen Kastholm, pair of lounge chairs, metal and leather, Denmark, 1960s. This modern pair of armchairs is designed by Jørgen Kastholm in the 1960s. They are executed in tubular st...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Near Pair of Woodard Sculptura Lounge Armchairs Restored
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Restored near pair of Sculptura armchair lounge chairs. Totally cleaned down and powder coated silver with new plastic floor glides. Sold as a set (2) One chair is slightly smaller ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Iron

Pair of F551 'Big Tulip" Lounge Chairs by Pierre Paulin Artifort New Upholstery
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A stunning pair of F551 'Big Tulip" lounge chairs by French designer Pierre Paulin for Dutch manufacturer Artifort This is the second series of F551 chair to be recognized by the ...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Rare Mid-Century Modern Child Size Miniature 3/4 Scale Contour Lounge Chair no.
By Contour Chair Lounge Co. 1
Located in Lafayette, IN
This is a rare piece indeed. A 3/4 scale, factory-made contour lounge chair. Only 40" Long! This chair is a perfectly scaled-down version of the iconic contour chair lounge...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Faux Leather

Art Deco Lounge Chairs, France, 1930, Set of 2
Located in Budapest, HU
Extraordinary, gorgeous, 1930’s Art Deco pair of Lounge Chairs originating from France! Bent beechwood with walnut veneer. The walnut frame gives an expressive contrast for the sheen...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Velvet, Wood, Walnut

Alvar Aalto Paimio Chair 41
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Paimio armchair 41 by Alvar Alto for Artek, Finland, in natural birch wood with black bentwood seat with venting slots. The laminated birch frame is bent into a closed curve...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Birch

Yngve Ekstrom Longue Chair For Swedese 1960s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Yngve Ekstrom Longue Chair for Swedese 1960s
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Arne Jacobsen Egg Chair
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen lounge chair model Egg. New upholstered with mokka butter aniline leather. Four star base profilated base. Made by Fritz Hansen. This iconic chair is one of the most...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Leather

1960's Set of Four Rattan Armchairs and Side Table by Jaroslav Prochazka for ULU
Located in Brno, CZ
This is an original rattan set of furniture from the 1960’s. There is no producer label attached on any piece of this set and so it is unknown to us who designed and produced this se...
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1960s Czech Bohemian Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Rattan, Glass

Chauffeuse G2 de ARP édition Airborne
Located in CANTELEU, FR
Provenant de France. Explorez le design révolutionnaire des années 60 avec cette magnifique chauffeuse modèle G2, créée en 1954 par le collectif ARP (Atelier de Recherche Plastique),...
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1960s Vintage Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno P32 lounge chair
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Pair of P32 designed by Osvaldo Borsani and edited by Tecno. Completely reupholstered with bouclette fabric with great craftsmanship the chair is comfortable and working properly as ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lounge Chairs

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Metal

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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