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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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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Leather Lounge Chair 'Lou Read' by Philippe Starck for Driade
Located in Hellouw, NL
Leather lounge chair 'Lou Read' for Driade. This iconic armchair is designed by Philippe Starck and Eugenio Quitllet. This model is designed for the Monceau H...
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2010s French Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

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...
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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

Jeff Messerschmidt Pair of "Pipe Line II Chairs" in Molded Lucite, 1977
Located in New York, NY
Pair of "Pipe Line II Chairs" in molded lucite with custom aluminum fittings by Jeff Messerschmidt, American 1977 (each chair is signed, dated & numbered, “Jeff Messerschmidt 1977 Pi...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum

Western Armchair, Ralph & Walnut, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Western is a captivating armchair that recreates the image of an old cowboy hat standing in a saddle rack. The top of the armchair performs the concave hat with rounded tabs and the band around it turns into a comfortable cushion. The base in walnut approaches the structure and color of the saddle rack. Having a modernist inspiration at a fist sight, the Western armchair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Willem Penaat Modernist Lounge Chair with Runner Legs, Metz & Co, 1935
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking low lounge or slipper chair was designed by Willem Penaat and manufactured by Metz & Co in Amsterdam in 1935. The modernist design is marked by the angled backrest and ...
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1930s Dutch Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Upholstery, Oak

Armchair Eve Bag, with Hold-All Armrest, Italy
Located in Treviso, Treviso
The authenticity comes from the uniqueness of items belonging to this collection: EVE Collection, with its "Hold-All" armrest, evokes the female spirit and emphasizes it through one ...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Moooi Zio Lounge Chair in Oray Ray, Copper 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of "Man Ray" Chairs by Philippe Starck for the Clift Hotel, San Francisco
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of Man Ray lounge chairs designed by Philippe Starck for the Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel, San Francisco, CA., circa 2000. Chairs have been professionally refinished and reupholste...
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Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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

Modern Three Legged Lounge Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Modern three legged lounge chair with a black lacquered finish. In good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear, circa 1980s. Dimens...
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1980s Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Niemeyer II Swivel 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 in this swivel version is named after the Brazilian Archi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Bouclé, Faux Fur, Oak

So Disco Modern 70's Inspired Ceramic Leg & Boucle' Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The So Disco lounge chair is part of the So Disco collection designed by Egg Designs and manufactured by a group of artisan in small batch productio...
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2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut, Upholstery, Ceramic

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...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Walnut

Swing Lounge Chair by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, 1980s
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Italian designer Giovanni Offredi began designing in 1963. His designs represented the contrast between dynamic simplicity and the refined and finished form. This Swing lounge...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Kartell Cara Chair Pale Green by Philippe Starck with Sergio Schito
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In cara armchair, classically rigorous lines surround a comfortable seat. The perfect combination of formalism and technological innovation, for an original product with an industria...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Modern Reclining Daybed Sun Lounger Upholstered Black & Blue
Located in Porto, PT
Tropez Sunbed is a modern-shaped outdoor piece that brings an artistic concept to any space. Even if you're not heading to an exclusive Summer destination, you can enjoy the season wherever you are. Tropez sunbed is a modern outdoor furniture...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wenge, Wood, Faux Leather, Leather, Fabric

Rare Pair of 'Karate' Swiveling Fiberglass Shell Chairs by Michel Cadestin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare pair of 'Karate' swiveling fiberglass shell chairs by Michel Cadestin. These iconic chairs were designed circa 1970 by Michel Cadestin for French furniture manufacturer Airbo...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Deco Style Slipper Chair with Wood Detail and Brass Painted Feet 'Customizable'
Located in Greenwich, CT
About this piece Deco inspired slipper chair with large broad seat and short back for lounge sitting experience. Exposed hand carved wood detail and faux brass sprayed feet. Well siz...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Faux Fur, Maple

De Sede Smooth Leather Longue Chair by Christophe Marchand
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-2660/01 longue chair by de Sede. Technical details: Standard configuration: Armrests covered in leather. For further versions, please inquire. If not specified otherwise, the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Stellar Modern Handmade Ceramic Walnut, Boucle' Upholstered Luxury Lounge Chair
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Stellar bespoke, luxury lounge chair is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. This lounge chair is part of the Stellar collection which consists of a lounge, ...
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2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Ceramic, Walnut

Cape Lounge Chair with Stitches, 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

Moooi Zio Lounge Chair in Rendezvous Tokyo Velvet Seat & Oak Natural Oil 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Vincent Olive Drab Leather And Walnut Lounge Chair Set with Matching Ottoman
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Vincent lounge chair with matching ottoman set is finely crafted by hand. Shown here the set is displayed in olive green heritage leather on a black walnut frame. This Classi...
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2010s Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pair of Thebes Club Chairs by Randolph & Hein for Steve Chase
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of 1985 ‘Thebes Club Chairs’ designed by John Hutton for Randolph & Hein. This were special order by Steve Chase with the light desert crackle finish. The cushions are a lit...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Lacquer

Ovoid Lounge Chair in Solid Oak, Raw Effect and Leather by Craig Bassam
Located in Ridgefield, CT
The BassamFellows Ovoid lounge chair is a deceptively simple and casual chair derived from the pure geometry of elliptical forms. With a big sit despite a smaller footprint, Ovoid is...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Walnut & Leather Sling Chair Mod 2 by Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Geneve, CH
Walnut & leather sling chair mod 2 by Fernweh Woodworking Dimensions: W 27" x H 33" Materials: Walnut, leather Wood options: walnut, charcoal ash, white ash. This chair is e...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Gorilla Chair with Real Red Leather by Marcantonio
Located in Kolkata, IN
Gorilla Chair with Real Red Leather by Marcantonio is an ape shaped seat with a rich red leather covering. A lounge chair with a fantastic, unique shape....
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Resin, Foam, Wood

Gorilla Chair with Real Blue Green Leather by Marcantonio
Located in Kolkata, IN
Gorilla chair with real blue green leather by Marcantonio is an ape shaped seat with a rich blue and green leather covering. A lounge chair with a fantas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Resin, Foam, Wood

Bauhaus Gabo Adjustable Cantilever Leather Chair by FSM
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Gabo chair by de Sede. Gabo is multi-faceted. Take the cantilever chair, sleek and stylish with its classic round-tube profile, or the elegant square-tube frame chair. Both combi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Leather Reddish Brown Vintage Wingback Chair Lounge Chair 1970s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Leather vintage wingback chair or lounge chair from reddish brown leather 1970s Austria. While the vintage wingback leather chair shows two loo...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Minimalist Modern Lounge Chair in Natural Walnut
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...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Bacharach Champagne Velvet Swivel Chair
Located in New York, NY
Louche glamour. Think Halston, think Studio 54, think sybaritic style. But also think cozy, comfy swivel chair. Upholstered in luxurious blush Como Champagne velvet...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Manhattan Lounge Chairs in Bauhaus Fabric, Dunbar 1980
Located in Chicago, IL
Manhattan lounge chairs by John Saladino for Dunbar. circa 1980. Upholstered in Bauhaus fabric.
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1980s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

70's Feel Modern Boucle, Brass & Carved Walnut Oromo Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This bespoke, luxurious, lounge chair is part of the Oromo collection designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. The Oromo collection is inspired by 70's surface design, the backrest of this chair has a tactile, sculpted surface that is meticulously, mechanically carved, the entire process taking over 50 hours. This nod to 70's furniture and surface design fused with sensual curves and a minimal aesthetic results in a highly individual unique lounge chair design. The Oromo lounge chair is upholstered in a cream boucle, this upholstery together with the carved walnut timber backrest gives the chair a distinct mid century modern vibe which will complement most interior design styles...
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2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Metis 177 Wood Lounge, Colors, Contract, Bar, Restaurant, Design, Oak, Ash
Located in MARANO VICENTINO, IT
Metis Wood, a complete collection for modern spaces inspired by 1950s Scandinavian simplicity. The metal frame with curved lines, customisable in different colours, is combined with the seat and backrest in ash, oak or heat-treated oak. The chair with or without armrests, the lounge chair with or without armrests and the stool in two heights are the models in the Metis Wood range that bring a vintage...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

21st Century Modern High Backrest Wooden Rocking Base Arca Made in Italy
Located in Sant'Elena, IT
Coming from Studio Orlandini’s inspiration, Arca defines a new concept of armchairs and chairs for lounges and waiting areas. It is available in 3 declinations, which can be combine...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pop Contemporary Chair in Fabric and Metal
Located in London, GB
The Pop chair is a lounge chair imagined in its most simple form. Isolating the seat and the back and connecting them with a single metal piece. The clean profile is striking in its ...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Fried Egg Monochrome Chair, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
A unique asymmetrical lounge chair, designed by the highly acclaimed Danish architect, Hans Olsen in the 1950s. Fried Egg is also available in an exclusive anniversary edition with s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Foam

Modern Yellow Low Lounger Armchair Jaime Hayon Wood Swivel Fabric Upholstered
Located in Barcelona, ES
Armchair with a cast aluminium tubular base structure and a powder coated finish. Seat and backrest in plywood with surfaces in natural ash. Decorative metal buttons coated in the sa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pair Dowel Wood Lounge Chairs in Zebra Hide
Located in New York, NY
Pair of dowel Cerused wood lounge chairs in Zebra Hide. The chairs are well made, sturdy with zebra hide upholstery.
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1970s Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Inge Contemporary Chair Fully Upholstered
Located in London, GB
The Henge chair is comprised of three identical pieces and a seat. Two of the pieces make up the legs and the third acts as the back. The chair takes its n...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric

Oversized Upholstered Lounge Chair
Located in New York, NY
Oversized, newly upholstered in velvet with metal silver plated legs. Nicely curved and comfortable. In the style of Modernica.
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1980s Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Nathan Anthony Modern Kinetic Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
Showroom New. Nathan Anthony is known for their award winning furniture designs. The Kinetic chair has a modern flair but easily works in a more transiti...
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2010s North American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Brayton Reception or Residential Lounge Chairs
Located in Pasadena, TX
Brayton Lounge chairs Great for reception areas with attached table these Brayton International leather club chairs feature a swivel tablet table. Cast...
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Early 2000s North American Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Crooked Asymmetrical Lounge Chair in Massive Oak with Oil Wax Finish
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The absence of 90° angles and symmetries – this is the concept of The Crooked collection. Handmade in Berlin, Germany, each piece is unique and different to the rest. The massive oak...
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2010s German Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Henge Contemporary Pouf Fully Upholstered
Located in London, GB
The Henge pouf is comprised of two identical pieces and a seat. The pouf takes its name from Stone Henge in United Kingdom, where two huge pieces of stone ...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Distrópica, Lounge Chair by Brunno Jahara, Matteo Guarnaccia & Dimitrih Correa
Located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
The research of Cross Cultural Chairs in Brazil, was conducted in Rio de Janeiro where Matteo Guarnaccia together with Brunno Jahara and designer Dimitrih Correa. This was the first ...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Stainless Steel, Brass

Metis 178 Wood Lounge, Colors, Contract, Bar, Restaurant, Design, Oak, Ash
Located in MARANO VICENTINO, IT
Metis wood, a complete collection for modern spaces inspired by 1950s Scandinavian simplicity. The metal frame with curved lines, customisable in different colours, is combined with the seat and backrest in ash, oak or heat-treated oak. The chair with or without armrests, the lounge chair with or without armrests and the stool in two heights are the models in the Metis wood range that bring a vintage...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

'Canela' Mid-Century Modern Armchair in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
A minimalist design combining structure and aesthetic. Canela armchair with its mid-century modern and Scandinavian influences makes an elegant addition to any environment be it a living room, bedroom or reading area. The complex joinery is rendered timeless & contemporary by its delicate lines. Striking from all angles, in particular from behind where the copper components contrast against the natural wood tone. The wide comfortable cushion allows for various seating positions. Handmade from Cumaru or Freijó with copper supports and cotton upholstery. Knót Artesanal...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Copper

KT-221 Bauhaus Occasional Chair in Tufted Natural Leather and Metal by De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Lounge chair KT221/01 by De Sede. Relaunch and update of the design created in 1956. Objectively functional design of an iconographic, architectural construction through the transfer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Shelby Adjustable Swivel Leather Armchair by FSM
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Shelby chair by De Sede. Built for blissful relaxation, this easy chair takes its name from its constructional design: a hard shell containing a soft and cosy core with convenien...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Pair of Tripod Lounge Chairs by Pavel Novak, Czechoslovakia 1980s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Czech designer, Pavel Novak’s corpus of work is finally starting to surface, and as these chairs show, we are lucky to witness it. Described as a "bedr...
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1980s Slovak Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Leather

Jasper Morrison Thinking Man's Outdoor Chair in Varnished Metal 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Clip Lounge Chair in Fabric and Wood
Located in London, GB
The clip Lounge chair features two upholstered elements, a back and a base, connected by a single, visible piece of wood which sits flush with the tw...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Walnut

Lean Back Monochrome Lounge Chair in Teak, by Arne Hovmand-Olsen from Warm
Located in Viby J, DK
Lean Back is an elegant, reclining lounge chair in 1950s design, created by the acclaimed Danish furniture designer, Arne Hovmand-Olsen. Despite the lightness and an almost floating ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Slovenian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Dwell Lounge Chair, by Hans Olsen from Warm Nordic
Located in Viby J, DK
The Dwell lounge chair is a beautiful design element in itself, and just as elegant as part of a bigger conversation grouping: for example, accompanied by the sofa in the same timele...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Foam

Gervasoni Gray 01 Lounge Chair in White Oak & Berlin Upholstery by Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Lounge armchair with wooden structure, Gray 01 is characterised by straight, essential lines. The contrast between the solidity of the wide listels and the softness of the loose cush...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

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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