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Modern Lounge Chairs

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
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Modern Curved Linen Swivel Chair by Ellen Degeneres Wicma Chair
Located in North York, ON
Modern curved linen swivel chair by Ellen Degeneres Wicma Chair. Sophisticated curved design with clean lines. Features swivel mechanism for optimal lo...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Niemeyer II Armchair, March & Dark Oak, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Gold Design Award Winner for Furniture Design Category at the A’Design Award Competition 2021-2022 The Niemeyer II armchair is named after the Br...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Faux Fur, Oak

Minimalist Outdoor Lounge Chair in "Dijon" Fabric and Polished Stainless Steel
Located in Lisbon, PT
Embracing the purpose to take a break outside, the outdoor version of the LISBOA lounge chair invites you to just sit and relax under the sun, enjoying the long days and warm summer ...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Puppy Pouffe with Real Ivory Leather by Marcantonio
Located in Kolkata, IN
Puppy Pouffe Ivory is a hip little seat with luxurious shaggy suede. This cute piece of furniture is a delight around the house like a new pup For his ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Resin, Foam, Wood

Minimalist Outdoor Lounge Chair in "Scarlet" Fabric and Brushed Stainless Steel
Located in Lisbon, PT
Embracing the purpose to take a break outside, the outdoor version of the LISBOA lounge chair invites you to just sit and relax under the sun, enjoying the long days and warm summer ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Shiro Kuramata Sofa With Arms in Chromed Tubular Metal for Cappellini
Located in New York, NY
An homage to the masters of early 20th century modernism, the sofa with arms armchair by Shiro Kuramata has a structure made of chromed tubular metal, p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Outdoor Lounge Chair 0:1
Located in San Pedro, CA
The 0:1 outdoor collection by Studio:Rah, is a culmination of durable materials and refined connections between wood, metal, and upholstery. Each piece of the collection is made with...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Jaime Hayon, Contemporary, Plywood Walnut Leather Low Lounger Armchair
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair structure base in cast aluminum. Structure base in tubular steel and painted. Seat, backrest are in plywood with exteriors in walnut nature effect NG EN2. Various fabr...
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2010s Spanish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Daisy Contemporary Pouf in Metal and Fabric
Located in London, GB
The 'Giardino Botanico' collection features five pouffes, each with a backrest inspired by a distinctive botanic shape. The backrest has some flexibility for added comfort and is gen...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Ochre Knit Mohair Swivel Chair by AdM Bespoke
Located in Danville, CA
Swivel egg chair in the French Midcentury style. This sophisticated chair is upholstered in luxurious heavy weight, Muslin backed Orange/Ochre knit Mohair. This super stylish and ver...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Cape Lounge Chair, by Charlotte Høncke from Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
An elegant armchair with an organic design inspired by the puffed sleeves and layered designs of haute couture. Its soft lines and chic details make the cape armchair a real eyecatch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Foam

Lounge Chair in Solid Black Walnut and Tanned Leather by Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
Hinterland's first lounge chair offering, the Shepherd's Chair is the culmination of years of design and prototyping. Inspired by the close relationship between a traditional herders...
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2010s Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Hardwood, Leather

Vienna Armchair, Set of 2, Beechwood, Red Velvet Cushions Contemporary Design
Located in Milan, Lombardy
A set of two armchairs in wood and straw, that recalls the exclusive club atmosphere but in a contemporary key. Vienna is an extraordinarily comfortable and elegant armchair for the ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Traaf Contemporary Bench in Granito and American Walnut
Located in London, GB
Traaf's design language offers a selection of the ancient and the modern. The basic characteristics of the materials used determine how these materials relate to each other and thus ...
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2010s Belgian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Granite

Archibald Large Genuine Leather Armchair in Pelle Sc 66 India Light Brown
Located in New York, NY
After Archibald, already released in three unmissable editions, and Archibald Gran Comfort, comes Archibald Large, the new version of the iconic armchai...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Minimalist Outdoor Lounge Chair in "Scarlet" Fabric and Polished Stainless Steel
Located in Lisbon, PT
Embracing the purpose to take a break outside, the outdoor version of the LISBOA lounge chair invites you to just sit and relax under the sun, enjoying the long days and warm summer ...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Thad Hayes Pair of Custom Swivel Lounge Chairs for the Gibson Residence NYC 1998
Located in New York, NY
Pair of custom swivel lounge chairs in fine brown silk with tassels at bottom, custom designed by Thad Hayes for the Gibson Residence, NYC 1998. This interior was photographed by Sco...
Category

1990s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Silk

Niemeyer Armchair, Bouclé and Brass, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Golden Winner at the Muse Design Awards Competition 2022 The Niemeyer armchair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture wa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Croissant Lounge Chair by Emilio Nanni #3
Located in Milan, IT
A refined style binds the entire Croissant collection of tables and chairs. Lounge chair in bleached beechwood with gray fabric upholstery. Contract and commercial certifications ava...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Beech

Moooi Nut Lounge Chair in Woolly Mohair Upholstery with Oak Natural Oil Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
It’s the perfect companion while dining, cozily reading a good book or relaxing in front of the TV. Its cushions enclose you in the comfortable embrace of Marcel Wander’s signature t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Niemeyer II Armchair, Oak and COM, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Gold Design Award Winner for Furniture Design Category at the A’Design Award Competition 2021-2022 The Niemeyer II armchair is named after the Br...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Foam, Oak

Niemeyer II Swivel Armchair Bouclé and Oak, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Gold Design Award Winner for Furniture Design Category at the A’Design Award Competition 2021-2022 The Niemeyer II bouclé armchair in this swivel version is named after the Brazilia...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Bouclé

Yoshida Contemporary Lounge Chair in Fabric and Wood
Located in London, GB
The Yoshida lounge chair is a minimal piece designed to look great from all angles. From the front, two oversized cushions seem to float, unsuppor...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Walnut

Jasper Morrison Thinking Man's Outdoor Chair in Terracotta for Cappellini
Located in New York, NY
An eloquent name for a product that invites contemplation. For the Thinking Man’s Chair, Jasper Morrison envisioned a design in which all the eleme...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Yemeni Contemporary Lounge Chair in Fabric and Wood
Located in London, GB
The Yemeni Series takes its name from the incredible ruins and remains of monuments left in the Yemeni Deserts. Parallel slabs of solid wood support an upholstered back, giving a sur...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Walnut

Pop Missoni Sofa by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop is the modular sofa with double cushion on the seat and armrests, making it soft, enveloping and even more comfortable. The armchair is also enhanced with side cushions, giving...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Maui, Lounge Cedar Chair, Designed by Terry Dwan, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (1.8) Armchair made from a single block of scented cedar. A sculptured monolith with a curvy...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cedar

21st Century Modern Outdoor Daybed Sun Lounger in Cream
Located in Porto, PT
21th Century Modern Outdoor Daybed Sun Lounger in Cream Mykonos Daybed the perfect outdoor furniture piece. Mykonos is your summer romance. The curvy and opulent shapes of the sunbe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Lacquer, Leather, Wenge, Wood, Faux Leather

Breathtaking Set of 4 Modern Floating Pagoda Club Chairs by Baker, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative, completely installation ready. This rare set of four (4) seating examples is unique on the market. Expert custom upholstery service is available. NOTE: Also available are a match pair of loveseats and a pair of large three-seat sofas from this rare series. An absolutely jaw-dropping set of four (4) meticulously restored club chairs...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Minimalist Modern Lounge Chair in Natural Ash
Located in Lisbon, PT
Designed to have a calming and inviting presence, the Allay chair brings together craft and simplicity to create an honest, comfortable and timeless piece. By engaging in the process...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Ash

Wood Frame Low Back Lounge Chair in Walnut Black Oil Designed by Craig Bassam
Located in Ridgefield, CT
“Living in a glass house makes you design pieces to look immaculate from every angle,” says Craig Bassam, who designed the BassamFellows Wood Frame Lo...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Pair of Pratfall Philippe Starck Lounge Chairs, Driade Aleph, Italy
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of 2 iconic armchairs or lounge chairs designed by Philippe Starck and made by Driade Aleph Italy. This model called Pratfall is larger then the Starck model Costes chair, what makes these chairs great as lounge chairs, hall chairs, side chairs, catering industry chairs, cigar bar chairs or waiting room chairs. These armchairs have black leather seating, black lacquered plywood shell or back and black steel legs. Under they are marked Starck with the labels of Driade and Aleph. This set of chairs was used at a doctor's waiting room, so are not perfect anymore and in vintage condition. The leather is still in beautifull condition, the wood does have some traces of use on the edges and under. Black lounge chairs - Philippe Starck Chairs - Pratfall Chairs...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

"Kimono" Contemporary Chair, Velvet, vintage Kimono Silk , Silvered Glass, Brass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
For 20 years, we have been committed to offering you unique collections in terms of design and quality. The Kimono fauteuil; made of solid birch wood, upholstered with an elegant ve...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

David Edward Lounge Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
David Edward lounge chair Modern lounge or guest chair with tapered legs and rich poly blend upholstery.  
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Outdoor Lounge Sectional 0:1, Armless
Located in San Pedro, CA
The 0:1 outdoor collection by Studio:Rah, is a culmination of durable materials and refined connections between wood, metal, and upholstery. Each piece of the collection is made with...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Gio Ponti Rare Pair of Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Designed for the Royal Hotel in Naples, Italy and produced by Dassi. A great pair of wing-chairs with tapering wood legs. These chairs have been authenticated by the Gio Ponti Archiv...
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Minimalist Modern Lounge Chair in Natural Oak
Located in Lisbon, PT
Designed to have a calming and inviting presence, the Allay chair brings together craft and simplicity to create an honest, comfortable and timeless piece. By engaging in the process...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Oak, Plywood

Moooi Zio Lounge Chair in Oray Ronan, Ochre Seat with Oak Stained Cinnamon Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Lean back, close your eyes, relax your arms on the smooth armrests and grant yourself the time to drift your imagination away, beyond your surroundings, into the street, beyond the s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Outdoor Lounge Sectional 0:1, Right Arm
Located in San Pedro, CA
The 0:1 outdoor collection by Studio:Rah, is a culmination of durable materials and refined connections between wood, metal, and upholstery. Each piece of the collection is made with...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Danish Designer, Modernist Lounge Chairs, Solid Pine, Fabric, Denmark, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of lounge chairs. Designed and produced in Denmark, 1970s. Solid pine and vintage fabric cushions. Other designers of the period incl...
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1970s Danish Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Pine, Fabric

Ethno Eames - Gold - Design Chair Paolo Giordano Edition Cast Plated
Located in MILANO, ML
Ethno Eames - Gold - Design Chair Paolo Giordano Edition Cast Contemporary Ethno Eames - Gold The application of ethnic Indian decoration to modern design...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate

Outdoor Lounge Sectional 0:1, Left Arm
Located in San Pedro, CA
The 0:1 outdoor collection by Studio:Rah, is a culmination of durable materials and refined connections between wood, metal, and upholstery. Each piece of the collection is made with...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

George Smith Whiskey Mohair Custom Butterfly Armchair, Accent Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
George Smith Whiskey Mohair custom butterfly armchair, accent lounge chair. MSRP of over 8500 USD. Each piece of George Smith furniture is meticulou...
Category

Late 20th Century British Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Textile, Velvet

"Belo Horizonte" Armchair, by Lucas Takaoka, 2021, Brazilian Contemporary Design
By Lucas Takaoka
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
The Belo Horizonte lounge chair was created by Lucas Takaoka in 2021. The piece has a simple but outstanding design. The structure is made of solid ...
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Dragonfly Inspired Lounge Chair Upholstered in Leather, True White
Located in Miami, FL
The DRAGONFLY lounge chair is a lounge chair inspired by the lucky charm of a dragonfly. The carved wood exoskeleton is topped with curved upholstery shells that invite you to lounge...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

GRANT lounge chair
Located in Frazão, Porto
GRANT is a distinguished armchair, with an enveloping backrest and an extremely refined design, complemented by feather-composed cushions for a superior comfort feeling. Grant allows the combination of different textures on the back and cushions, bringing an exclusive and refined result to the living room. It is featured with a brass colored plinth, but is available in a variety of finishes. Primary image: shown upholstered with two fabrics - Comfort 2 and Paris Elephant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

GRACE Urban armchair with brass details
Located in Frazão, Porto
The GRACE Urban armchair is made of solid wood structure. With a singular and robust character, Grace stands out for its refined details and its unique and elegantly curved shape. Available to order with antique brass, stainless steel or nickel noir tubes. Shown in glossy lacquered structure structure, with Antique Brass tubes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

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Brass, Stainless Steel

RH-305 Bauhaus Dining Tufted Armchair Leather, Stainless Steel Legs by De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chair with armrests RH-305/01 by De Sede. A chair that has lost none of its elegance and style since it was created in the 1950s, an icon. The re-edition remains a Classic, but has b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

One Seat, Lounge Chair by Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
One seat is a lounge chair made in solid ashwood by bending wood. Three of the legs have been made using the wood-bending technique to adopt an abstract nat...
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2010s Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Kartell Pop Outdoor Sofa in Sunbrella Dove by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Crooked Contemporary Lounge Chair in Wood
Located in London, GB
The crooked lounge chair forms part of The Crooked collection, an ongoing series of asymmetric and angular furniture pieces launched in 2020. D...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Moooi Nut Lounge Chair in Shade Ochre Upholstery with Oak Natural Oil Frame
Located in Brooklyn, NY
It’s the perfect companion while dining, cozily reading a good book or relaxing in front of the TV. Its cushions enclose you in the comfortable embrace of Marcel Wander’s signature t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pollaro Custom Made Teak and Titanium Exterior Lounge Chair
Located in Hillside, NJ
The ultimate outdoor luxury chair, custom-tailored to the client's individual dimensions. Meticulously designed with seat height, seat depth, arm height, and key body angles in mind,...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Lou Hodges Lounge Chair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Rare lounge chair designed by Lou Hodges for California Design Group in the 1970s. Cantilever design oak frame features trademark rounded edges. Restored in striking black ceruse fin...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Linen, Upholstery, Oak

Kartell Pop Outdoor Armchair in Ikon Dove by Piero Lissoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pop outdoor is the modular sofa with evanescent profiles characterised by large seat and backrest cushions which make it soft and comfortable, made with fabrics conceived specificall...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Off White Mohair and Whitewash Oak Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Thayer Coggin
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A spectacular pair of large lounge chairs and ottoman by Thayer Coggin. This is a rare set from the 1990’s. Both chairs retain the Thayer Coggin labe. Newly recovered in a soft off...
Category

1990s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Oak

Lawrence Peabody Wicker Lounge Chair for Craft Associates Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Lawrence Peabody wicker lounge chair for Craft Associates Furniture, 1806P This Lawrence Peabody wicker lounge chair - 1806P fo...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Walnut

GRACE Urban Armchair in Walnut Structure and Brass Details
Located in Frazão, Porto
The GRACE Urban armchair is made of solid wood structure. With a singular and robust character, Grace stands out for its refined details and its unique and elegantly curved shape. Available to order with antique brass, stainless steel or nickel noir tubes. Decorative cushion not included. Shown in matte walnut structure with Antique Brass tubes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Modern lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage lounge chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern lounge chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lounge chairs, popular names associated with this style include Royal Stranger, George Yabu & Glenn Pushelberg, De Sede, and Artefatto Design Studio. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for lounge chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $192 and tops out at $146,216 while the average work can sell for $4,504.

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