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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Number in Set: Set of 4
Black Kaleidoscope Dining Chair by Jialun Xiong
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Kaleidoscope dining chair by Jialun Xiong Dimensions: 20”W x 20”D x 26”H inch Materials: Metal, ash wood, suede and leather COM/COL Option Available. “ I have an aptitu...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Aro Chair, Merlot by Ries
Located in Geneve, CH
Aro Chair, Merlot by Ries Dimensions: W60 x D60 x H67,5 cm Materials: round steel tube, high-density foam, and velvet upholstery Also available: black, dark blue, mika, oceano,...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 2, Ribbon Chair, Green by Laun
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2, Ribbon Chair, Green by Laun ( Handmade in Los Angeles ) Ribbon Collection Dimensions: H.89 D.65 W.42 cm Materials: Powdercoated Aluminum Also Available: Ribbon Stool,...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Handcrafted Outdoor Rope Armchair in Solid Teak
Located in New York, NY
Structure: teak wood – aluminum: Antioxy, heavy load, anti-scratch easy clean. Weaving: flat 4mm. High tenacity, Low shrinkage filament yarn made of 100% polyester, easy clean. Fix...
Category

2010s Asian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rope, Teak

Handcrafted Outdoor Cali Wire Lounge Chair, Powder-Coated Steel
Located in Mexico City, Delegación Cuauhtémoc
This outdoor lounge chair is a unique creation by León León Design from Mexico City. It features a solid powder-coated steel structure and can be used...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Building Blocks Stool by Jialun Xiong
Located in Geneve, CH
Building Blocks lounge chair by Jialun Xiong Dimensions: 19”W x 17”D x 19”H inch Materials: Metal and off-white leather COM/COL Option Available. “ I have an aptitude for exp...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Building Blocks Lounge Chair by Jialun Xiong
Located in Geneve, CH
Building blocks lounge chair by Jialun Xiong Dimensions: 28”W x 25”D x 25”H inch Materials: Metal and leather COM/COL Option Available. “ I have an aptitude for exploring the...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Minimalist Outdoor Lounge Chair in "Char" 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

Palmspring Armchair by Anderssen & Voll
Located in Geneve, CH
Palmspring armchair by Anderssen & Voll 2020 Materials: Bronze lacquered metal structure, seat and back in polyurethane foam, upholstered in fabric Dimensions: 89 x 83 x 69 cm ...
Category

2010s French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Set of 2, Ribbon Chair, Black by Laun
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2, ribbon chairs, black by Laun ( Handmade in Los Angeles ) Ribbon Collection Dimensions: H.89 D.65 W.42 cm Materials: Powdercoated Aluminum Also Available: Ribbon Stool...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Ribbon Chair, Black by Laun
Located in Geneve, CH
Ribbon Chair, Black by Laun ( Handmade in Los Angeles ) Ribbon Collection Dimensions: H.89 D.65 W.42 cm Materials: Powdercoated Aluminum Also Available: Ribbon Stool, Ribbon Lo...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Octavia Chair, Gray & Green by Laun
Located in Geneve, CH
Octavia chair, gray & green by Laun ( Handmade in Los Angeles ) Dawn Collection Dimensions: H.79 D.107 W.79 cm Materials: Brushed Aluminum Or Painted Fiberglass, Plolished Aluminum Feet, Indoor/Outdoor Fabric Also Available: Octavia Chair Green and Multicolor, custom sizing, and finishes upon request. Taking inspiration from the vivid symbolism in Octavia Butler...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Hollywood Regency Style Armchair with Slimmed Down Armrests
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This armchair is a tribute to the golden age of filmmaking, featuring the classic Hollywood Regency look. Its deep seat, open back and slimmed down upholstered armrests brings back t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Black & Charcoal Outdoor Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by weekend visits to the stark desert landscapes found a few hours east of Los Angeles, the Outdoor Collection by Stephen Kenn is composed of steel frames that have been zin...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Minimalist Modern Lounge Chair in Natural Leather and Brushed Stainless Steel
Located in Lisbon, PT
Embracing the purpose to take a break, LISBOA chair invites you to just sit and relax. Combining many observations from different cultures of how people use chairs...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

BICAlounge Modern Steel Lounge Chair Melon Yellow, Upholstery in Soft Velvet
Located in Agualva-Cacém, PT
BICAlounge is a stackable steel Lounge chair made from recycled and recyclable steel, finished with our premium selection of powder-coating colors, in this case in a bright yellow co...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

Outdoor Lounge Chair with Open Back Design in Natural Teak
Located in New York, NY
Structure: teak wood offered in various stains. Metal: heavy load, anti-scratch easy clean. Weaving: flat 4mm. high tenacity, low shrinkage filament yarn made of 100% polyester, ea...
Category

2010s Asian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Rope, Teak

Set of 2 Octavia Chairs, Green and Gray Shell by Laun
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Octavia chairs, green and gray shell by Laun ( Handmade in Los Angeles ) Dawn Collection Dimensions: H.79 D.107 W.79 cm Materials: Brushed Aluminum Or Painted Fiberglass, Polished Aluminum Feet, Indoor/Outdoor Fabric Also Available: Custom sizing, and finishes upon request. Taking inspiration from the vivid symbolism in Octavia Butler...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Estrada Lounge Chair in Black Dyed Ash and Black Leather
Located in Indianapolis, IN
This leather lounge chair was made to make a dynamic appearance in any space and to be a go to lounge chair for reading and relaxing. The original design was built and tested over an...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Big Girl Chair by Lara Bohinc, Cream Wool, Organic Sculptural Shape, Armchair
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
Part of the Peaches collection, the Big Girl armchair is the largest piece in this new body of works. Reminiscent of a curvaceous female body, the pieces are composed of a wooden str...
Category

2010s English Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Bouclé

Wood Frame High Back Lounge Chair in Walnut and Leather 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

Minimalist Outdoor Lounge Chair in "Moss" 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

BICAlounge Modern Outdoor Steel Lounge Chair Admiral Grain with Ipê Wood Slabs
Located in Agualva-Cacém, PT
BICAlounge is a sustainable stackable steel Lounge Chair made for the outdoors from recycled and recyclable steel and finished with our premium selection of powder-coating colors, in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel

Jaime Hayon, Contemporary, Leather Upholstery Lounger Armchair for BD
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair structure base in cast aluminum. Seat, backrest are in plywood with exteriors in walnut nature effect NG EN2 Upholstered in Testa di Moro V19. Various fabrics and lea...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

P.R. Lounge Chair with Ottoman, by Alexandre Caldas AROUNDtheTREE, 2018
Located in Agualva-Cacém, PT
The Portuguese Roots (PR) Lounge Chair designed by Alexandre Caldas is that pure expression of 25 years of the aging process in a story, that ended with the perfect symbiosis between...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Contemporary Armchair Offered in Velvet & Metal Base
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
this armchair is an elevated homage to the golden age of gentleman drivers. The piece’s flawless structure is deceivingly simple, yet undeniably striking. The detailed upholstery and...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Aro Chair, Mika by Ries
Located in Geneve, CH
Aro chair, Mika by Ries Dimensions: W60 x D60 x H67.5 cm Materials: Round Steel Tube, High-Density Foam, and Velvet Upholstery Also Available: Merlot, Black, Yellow, Oceano, Pi...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

P.R. Lounge Chair & Ottoman, by Alexandre Caldas AROUNDtheTREE 2018
Located in Agualva-Cacém, PT
The Portuguese Roots (PR) Lounge Chair designed by Alexandre Caldas is that pure expression of 25 years of the aging process in a story, that ended with the perfect symbiosis between...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Leather

Pair of Building Blocks Stool by Jialun Xiong
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of building blocks stool by Jialun Xiong Dimensions: 19” W x 17” D x 19” H inch Materials: metal and leather COM/COL option available. “ I have an aptitude for explorin...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Octavia Chair, Green & Multicolor by Laun
Located in Geneve, CH
Octavia chair, green & multicolor by Laun (handmade in Los Angeles) Dawn Collection Dimensions: H.79 D.107 W.79 cm Materials: brushed aluminum or painted fiberglass, polished aluminum feet, indoor/outdoor faabric Also available: Octavia Chair Silver and Green, custom sizing, and finishes upon request. Taking inspiration from the vivid symbolism in Octavia Butler...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Handcrafted Outdoor Rope Armchair In Solid Teak
Located in New York, NY
Structure: Teak wood – Aluminum: Antioxy, heavy load, anti-scratch easy clean. Weaving: Flat 4mm. High Tenacity, Low shrinkage filament yarn made of 100% polyester, easy clean. Fix...
Category

2010s Asian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rope, Teak

Art Deco Style Velvet Armchair with Piping
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This armchair features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Pair of Outdoor Lounge Chairs in Handwoven Rope & Solid Teak
Located in New York, NY
The Material: Our products use taut, clean, and highly tenacious rope made of 100% polyester. What makes this material special is because the characteristic of polyester that is extr...
Category

2010s Asian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rope, Teak

Rua Ipanema Lounge Chair by Yabu Pushelberg with Client's Own Material
Located in Toronto, ON
Crafted in Italy, the Rua Ipanema lounge chair comes on a standard or extra-height swivel base in walnut or anthracite brushed oak veneer. The shell and down cushions can be upholste...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Capsule Lounge Chair by Owl
Located in Geneve, CH
Capsule lounge chair by Owl Dimensions: H 90 x W 52 x D 60 cm Seat H: 40 cm Materials: Solid wood The design of this series is open to being produced in various materials. As ...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Black & Tan Outdoor Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by weekend visits to the stark desert landscapes found a few hours east of Los Angeles, this collection is composed of steel frames that have been zinc primed and powder coa...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Minimalist Outdoor Lounge Chair in "Char" 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

Archibald Gran Comfort Genuine Leather Armchair Pelle Safari Elefante Grey
Located in New York, NY
Jean-Marie Massaud adds a surplus of softness to the Archibald collection: the Archibald Gran Comfort armchair. The central element is the large, soft s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

P.R. Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Straw by Aroundthetree
Located in Agualva-Cacém, PT
The Portuguese Roots (PR) Lounge Chair designed by Alexandre Caldas is that pure expression of 25 years of the aging process in a story, that ended with the perfect symbiosis between...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Walnut

Indoor Balou Easy Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Balou easy armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Abacca, rattan, nylon. Steel. Dimensions: 98.5 x 101.5 x H 75cm Named after the bear from The Jungle Book, Balou exudes comfo...
Category

2010s Philippine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Niemeyer Armchair, Brass & COM, 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 w...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Jaime Hayon, Contemporary, Oak, Fuchsia Upholstery Low Lounger Armchair
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair structure base in cast aluminium. Structure base in tubular steel and painted. Seat, backrest are in plywood with exteriors in ash - stained oak FT18, and Fuchsia Y09 uph...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Black Kaleidoscope Side Lounge Chair by Jialun Xiong
Located in Geneve, CH
Black kaleidoscope side lounge chair by Jialun Xiong. Dimensions: 35”W x 30”D x 30” H inch. Materials: Metal, ash wood, sued. COM/COL option available. “ I have an aptitude ...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Aro Chair, Yellow by Ries
Located in Geneve, CH
Aro chair, yellow by Ries Dimensions: W60 x D60 x H67,5 cm Materials: Round steel tube, high-density foam, and velvet upholstery. Also available: Merlot, black, mika, oceano, p...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

SAVOY lounge chair with brass rear leg
Located in Frazão, Porto
Straight lines, a perfectly balanced silhouette, and a minimal design. This is SAVOY, the notable lounge chair. This modern armchair embodies its magnificence. Fits in any space, adding great harmony to homes, offices, hotels, lobbies, and lounging areas. Shown upholstered with Lumière Jacquard Velvet 06 and Paris Ebony...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Kartell Cara Mat Outdoor Chair in Dove Grey by Philippe Starck & Sergio Schito
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cara is the living room armchair which combines the rigour of classic lines and the comfort of the seat, characterised by the large, high cushion which offers maximum comfort. Cara...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Moss Green Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue Materials: microfiber, fiberglass reinforced polymer, and steel. Dimensions: 98 x 105 x H 87cm Inspired by a delicate blossom, Bloom is composed of hun...
Category

2010s Philippine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Aro Chair, Dark Blue by Ries
Located in Geneve, CH
Aro chair, dark blue by Ries Dimensions: W 60 x D 60 x H 67,5 cm Materials: Round steel tube, high-density foam, and velvet upholstery Also available: Merlot, black, mika, ocea...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

2 Sand and 2 Surf Sun Loungers by Francesco Rota for Paola Lenti, Set of 4
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Modern Italian 2 sand and 2 Surf Sun Loungers by Francesco Rota for Paola Lenti - set of 4 circa 2010 2 - Surf Sun Loungers Surf designed by Francesco Rota for Paola Lenti is a beautiful sun lounger with backrest adjustable in three positions. The structure is made of cataphoresis treated steel with polyester varnish...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Platform Single Sofa In Dark Brown Teak
Located in New York, NY
Structure: Teak wood – Aluminum: Antioxy, heavy load, anti-scratch easy clean. Weaving: Flat 4mm. High Tenacity, Low shrinkage filament yarn made of 100% polyester, easy clean. Fix...
Category

2010s Asian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Fabric, Synthetic, Rattan, Rope

Hand-Woven Rope Outdoor Lounge Chair In Solid Teak
Located in New York, NY
The Material: Our products use taut, clean, and highly tenacious rope made of 100% polyester. What makes this material special is because the characteristic of polyester that is extr...
Category

2010s Asian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Rope, Teak, Fabric

Iconic Eero Aarnio White Pastil Chair
Located in New York, NY
Eero Aarnio made the first prototype of the Pastil chair out of polystyrene, which helped him to verify the measurements, ergonomics and rocking ability. ...
Category

2010s Finnish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Big Girl Chair by Lara Bohinc, Pink Wool, Organic Shape, Armchair
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
Part of the Peaches collection, the Big Girl armchair is the largest piece in this new body of works. Reminiscent of a curvaceous female body, the pieces are composed of a wooden str...
Category

2010s English Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Bouclé

Outdoor Woven Rope Armchair in Solid Natural Teak 'Set of 2'
Located in New York, NY
Structure: Teak wood – Aluminum: Antioxy, heavy load, anti-scratch easy clean. Weaving: Flat 4mm. High Tenacity, Low shrinkage filament yarn made of 100% polyester, easy clean. Fix...
Category

2010s Asian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rope, Teak

Aro Chair, Oceano by Ries
Located in Geneve, CH
Aro chair, oceano by Ries Dimensions: W60 x D60 x H67,5 cm Materials:Round steel tube, high-density foam, and velvet upholstery. Also available: Merlot, black, yellow, mika, pi...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Capsule Lounge Chair by Owl
Located in Geneve, CH
Capsule lounge chair by Owl Dimensions: H 90 x W 52 x D 60 cm Seat H: 40 cm Materials: Solid wood The design of this series is open to being produced in various materials. As ...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Tangerine Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Bloom by Kenneth Cobonpue Materials: Microfiber, fiberglass reinforced polymer, and steel. Dimensions: 98 x 105 x H 87cm Inspired by a d...
Category

2010s Philippine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Cold Cast Bronze, Shou Sugi Ban African Mahogany & Boucle Sherpa Lounge Chair
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The armless modern Sherpa lounge chair is part of the Sherpa collection. It is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. This high...
Category

2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Resin, Hardwood

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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