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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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: Single Piece
CraftAssociates Lounge Chair, Vancouver Modern Lounge Chair, White and Walnut
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Lounge Chair, Vancouver Modern Lounge Chair, White and Walnut This Vancouver Modern Lounge Chair for Craft Associates® Furniture are expertly crafted and upholstered...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

DS-9090 Handstitched Leather Beanbag Chair by De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beanbag chair DS-9090 by De Sede. Beanbags have long been a part of the De Sede inventory, but the manufacture has now gone one step further with the launch of DS-9090, a beanbag that defines sitting itself. A pyramid-shaped insert made of high quality, stabile DS-SELECT leather gives the ‘shapeless’ model a seat direction and seating hollow – an innovation in the history of the beanbag. This step optimizes both the seating comfort and the appearance of the undefined shape of the beanbag. As with previous beanbag models, DS-9090 is filled with De Sede fill, a combination of foam and beads, and the insert in DS-SELECT is integrated with a handstitched seam. Whether as an eye-catcher in the living room, a stylish, additional seating option, or a cozy and relaxing object around the home, DS-9090 can be seen in the definition of its eternally beautiful, characteristic beanbag shape. Details: Standard configuration: Seating hollow in SELECT black leather. For casing upholstery options, please choose from SELECT leather swatches...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

1970's Modern Plush Brown w/ Chrome Barcalounger Recliner/ Lounge Chair
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Modern Plush Brown with Chrome Barcalounger Recliner/ Lounge Chair. Very comfortable and when open length is 63 inches.
Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chair in Black Distressed Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 1960s vintage Barcelona chair in distressed black leather with a polished stainless frame by Mies van der Rohe and produced by Knoll. This example came directly from Gratz Industries and was in their private collection. Gratz Industries produced the Barcelona chair frames...
Category

1960s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Customizable e15 That Lounge Chair by Stefan Diez
Located in New York, NY
The lounge chair That is part of the distinct This That Other seating series. Named after the famous card trick, Stefan Diez uses the same plywood material as for the iconic Houdini ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Vintage Patchwork Bean Bag brown Aniline Leather Lounge Chair
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Vintage Bean Bag upholstered with brown patchwork leather and filled with polystyrene beads. Armchair Lounge Chair in aniline leather. Original leather f...
Category

1970s German Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Foam, Polystyrene

Tito Agnoli Black Leather Lounge Chair for Poltrona Frau
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing Timeless Elegance: Tito Agnoli's 1980s Black Leather Armchair Le Capanelle by Poltrona Frau Indulge in the epitome of style and comfort with the exquisite black leather ...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Circular Lounge Chair by kar
Located in Geneve, CH
Circular lounge chair by kar Dimensions: W 105 x D 93 x H 80 cm Materials: Fabric, MDF frame Kar, is the root of Sanskrit Karma, meaning karmic...
Category

2010s Chinese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Sling Hanging Swing Chair Genuine Black Leather 21st Century Modern
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of soft leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experie...
Category

2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

NIDO Modern Lounge Chair in White Oak & Blush Leather by Estudio Persona
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The NIDO chair was the result of playing with the juxtaposition of shapes. The egg-like shape of the leather upholstered wood seat nesting in the cross shap...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Leather

1970's Ultra Modern Nade for Burdines Recliner/ Lounge Chair
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Ultra Modern Recliner/ Lounge Chair Tagged "Made for Burdines". Very comfortable and when open length is 57 inches.
Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Steel Hanging Lounge Chair for Indoor or Outdoor
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Bubble hanging chair swing seat's round shape creates a cozy feel. The modern patterns are striking in its visual appeal. The chair has been designed to be very comfortable and ...
Category

2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Hand-Woven Armchair in Ziricote Tropical Wood - Limited Edition
Located in PARQUE INDUSTRIAL OTHON P BLANCO, Quintana Roo
The armchair has a simple and very lightweight structure. Its clean lines, with smooth and rounded edges, blend with the meticulous handwoven pattern. In this handwoven fabric, craft...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Hardwood, Ziricote

Santorini Green Chairs
Located in Milan, IT
Santorini is a chair that combines lightness and aesthetics. Made by Medaarch in 2020, it conforms like a body of continuous material. The 3D printed seat in PETG or PLA is well suit...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Resin

'Lauriana' Chair in Cognac Leather By Afra + Tobia Scarpa For B&B Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
A set of ‘Lauriana’ chairs designed by Afra + Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia in 1978. These chairs retain their original patinated cognac leather upholster...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Bacharach Teddy 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 ivory teddy with an architectural antiqued brass swivel...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Modern Pull Up Leather Sling Hanging Swing Lounge Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of leather or fabric hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable ex...
Category

2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Butaque Lounge Chair Made of Solid Wood Inspired in Clara Porset Design
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
Butaque lounge chair made of solid wood inspired in Clara Porset Design The Butaque lounge chair is an exquisite creation by NONO that draws inspiration from the celebrated design...
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Lounge Chair Attributed to Emilio Guarnacci, Italy c. 1970
Located in New York City, NY
Lounge Chair Attributed to Emilio Guarnacci, Italy, c. 1970 Comfortable, modern looking lounge chairs. Thoughtfully upholstered in a white boucle fabric.
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Reclining Oak Armchair/Lounge Chair by Guillerme et Chambron, circa 1950
Located in New York City, NY
Reclining Oak Armchair/Lounge Chair by Guillerme et Chambron, France, c. 1950 Cool reclining oak lounge chair by Guillerme et Chambron. The angular lines of the chair work together ...
Category

20th Century French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

Alvar Aalto 40s 406 Chair
Located in 東御市, JP
40s 406 chari.upholstery by jute webbing. early production.
Category

1940s Finnish Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Boucle Swivel Club Chair
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Custom MLB Boucle Lounge Chair One model on the floor Customers own material available for reproduction
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

CL9 Ribbon Chair by Cesare Leonardi & Franca Stagi Firbreglass Color White
Located in Hamburg, DE
Model CL9 ribbon chair by Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi for Bernini / Italy, circa 1961 / Moulded fibreglass seating section on chrome tubular base. Seating base in colour white, ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

TG-12 Sling Lounge Chair in Tan Leather w/ Polished Chrome Frame & Black T-Bar
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a TG-12 sling lounge chair in tan leather with a polished chrome frame and black t-bar, produced by Gratz Industries. The chair was designed in the 1950s by Katavolos, Littel...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

convertible lounge chair P40 designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 1954
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Italian modern TECNO P40 convertible lounge chair designed by Osvaldo Borsani in 1954 beautiful 1960ies edition cognac-brown leather. Second edition of the P40 lounge chair, with...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

TG-12 Sling Lounge Chair in Black Leather with Polished Chrome Frame and T- Bar
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a TG-12 sling lounge chair in black leather with a polished chrome frame and t-bar, produced by Gratz Industries. The chair was designed in the 1950s by Katavolos, Littell an...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

TG-15 Sling Lounge Chair in Tan & White Speckled Hair on Hide w/ Frame
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a TG-15 sling lounge chair in tan and white speckled hair on hide with a light antique bronze frame, produced by Gratz Industries. The chair was designed by Katavolos, Littel...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Toshiyuki Kita for Cassina 'Dodo' Reclining Lounge Chair in Brown Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Dodo chair was designed by Toshiyuki Kita for Cassina in 2000, and features a perfect combination of Japanese design sensibilities and Italian construct...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mies Van der Rohe Barcelona Chair in Gold Leaf Leather w/ Gold Plated Frame
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an exceptionally rare and unusual Barcelona chair, produced by Gratz Industries, one of the original metal fabricators that produced the Barcelona chair for Knoll. We were ...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Guhl Chair by Willy Guhl '1. Edition, Special Sealed, Safe Surface'
Located in Zürich, CH
Willy Guhl was a Swiss furniture designer and became one of the most important representatives of the 20th century Swiss neofunctionalism. Between 1941 and 1980 Guhl taught at the Sc...
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Concrete

Spirit House Chair by Daniel Liebskind for Nienkamper in Stainless Steel
By Daniel Liebeskind
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A nice example of the very limited edition "Sprirt House" chair by Daniel Liebskind for Nienkamper. This example numbered 32 of 100. "The creation of the Spirit House Chair...
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

1986 Entelechy Series Prototype Lounge Chair in Tan Leather w/ Chrome Frame
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a rare prototype lounge chair from the Entelechy series, designed by architect John Portman and produced by renowned metal manufacturer Gratz Indu...
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Via del Corso by Yabu Pushelberg upholster in Seaton Street Elephant Grey
Located in Toronto, ON
Via del Corso is the centre of life in historical Rome. Meeting at the Piazza Venezia with its three-sided roundabout and monumental churches “the Corso” is impressive. Yabu Pushelbe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

COR Sinus Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Located in Boston, MA
Even in 1976 the Sinus armchair was ahead of its time, with swinging spring steel rockers, the form of which gave it name, and an upholstery as unusual as it is comfortable. The rou...
Category

2010s German Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

LO Design Roberto Lucci and Paolo Orlandini Le Farfalle chair for Elam, Italy
Located in London, GB
Le Farfalle, translates to butterfly in Italian, reflecting the striking winged form of the chair. Roberto Lucci and Paolo Orlandini began their partnership in 1968, creating a wide ...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

30's maija heikinheimo easy chair 242 manufactured by asko
Located in 東御市, JP
30's maija heikinheimo easy chair 242 manufactured by asko
Category

1930s Finnish Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Birch

1980s Eileen Gray for Ecart Transat Lounge Chair with Black Leather and Lacquer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Transat lounge chair, originally designed by Eileen Gray in 1927. This example was produced by French company ECART International in the...
Category

1920s French Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Leather, Foam

Molteni&C D.154.2 Lounge Chair by Gio Ponti
Located in Boston, MA
This mid-century lovechair was inspired by designer Gio Ponti's trips to Latin America in the 1950s. A winner of the Wallpaper Design Award, today the armchair is one of Molteni&C's ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

2010s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chair and Ottoman Tan Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Lounge Chair & Ottoman in tan leather. Two sets are available, though the price listed is for each set. The set is in very good to excellent condition...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1953 Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Walnut w/ Provenance
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is An Eames LCW Lounge Chair in Walnut, dating to circa 1953. It has the 5-2-4 screw pattern underneath, indicating early Herman Miller production. This example is in very good ...
Category

1950s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Plywood

COR Shrimp 23 High Back Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Jehs+Laub
Located in Boston, MA
The slightly larger, soft cushion is loose in the shell, forming an armrest and a slightly higher back for support and additional comfort. Shrimp impresses both aesthetically and functionally. The cushion’s cut and filling are coordinated to precisely align with the side recesses on the shell. The shell is made of reinforced bentwood, and the soft fabric Light...
Category

2010s Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

1970s Herman Miller Eames Time Life Lobby Chair in Cognac Leather 2x Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Time Life Lobby Chair, model ES105, designed in 1960 by Charles and Ray Eames. The chair was designed for the Time Life Building in New York. This model is slightly ...
Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vondom Suave Outdoor Lounge Chair by Marcel Wanders
Located in Boston, MA
Suave Butaca Lounge Chair Fabric: Back1040/SIT1040 Includes 1 Back Pillow Furniture made of flexible polyurethane injected cold. This material possesses a high resilience and dura...
Category

2010s European Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Derrière Chair, by Lara Bohinc, Pink Bouclé, Armchair in Stock
Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM
Part of the Peaches collection, the Derriere armchair conveys aspects of the female figure. The pieces are composed of a wood structure made up of 6 symmetrical pieces with the addit...
Category

2010s English Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Bouclé

Plush Velvet Primal Statement Lounge Chair, Solid Cast Brass Legs by Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
Behold the Primal lounge chair—an embodiment of Egg's design legacy and a true icon in the realm of furniture craftsmanship. Versatile and striking, it effortlessly enhances Minimal,...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Ferdinand Porsche Lounge Chair, Stamped, Limited series
Located in Stratford, CT
Porsche IP 84S lounge chair was designed by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche in 1984. Fine construction methods, stunning aesthetics and innovation are the most important characteristics ...
Category

Mid-20th Century German Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Jaime Hayon, Contemporary, Playwood Walnut Green Upholstery Lounger Armchair
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair structure base in cast aluminium. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Seat, backrest are in plywood with ext...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Artifort Black Mushroom Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin in STOCK
Located in New York, NY
Mushroom medium F 560 The Mushroom armchair is one of the world’s most famous designs. Designer Pierre Paulin distinguished himself with this armchair in the original shape, bright colours and revolutionary manufacturing technique for the time. The idea for the Mushroom came to Pierre Paulin while he was watching women...
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2010s Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Suelo Outdoor Lounge Chair, Teak Outdoor Lounge Chair, Solid, Bertu
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Suelo Outdoor Lounge Chair, Teak Outdoor Lounge Chair, Solid, Bertu This Solid Teak Outdoor Lounge Chair - The Suelo is beautifully constructed from s...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak

Jaymar Modern Cantilever Tongue Lounge Chair
Located in Bradenton, FL
Very cool looking and comfortable lounge chair manufactured by Jaymar. This chair has a unique and curvy sculptural design and is upholstered in the original red colored micro suede ...
Category

20th Century Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

2021 Richard Schultz 1966 Two Seat Outdoor Lounge Chairs / Loveseat for Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a single (two are available, but they are sold separately) 1966 series two seat lounge chair / loveseat designed by Richard Schultz and produced by Knoll. This pie...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1954 Herman Miller Eames LCM Walnut Lounge Chair with Metal Legs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a circa 1954 production Herman Miller LCM (Lounge Chair with Metal Legs), designed by Ray and Charles Eames. This was one of the earliest designs by the Eames,' af...
Category

1950s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Walnut + Leather 'Arcata' Chair by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova, Italy 1968
Located in Chicago, IL
An ‘Arcata’ lounge chair designed by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova in 1968. This sculptural chair features a walnut frame with an arched seat back and arms, whose curves are emphasized ...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

1975 Tage Poulsen TP63 Lounge Chair by CI Designs in Oak with Green Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a rare and unusual TP63 Lounge Chair, designed by Danish architect Tage Poulsen and produced by CI Designs. This came from a Boston estat...
Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Modern Genuine Leather Butterfly Hanging Swing Chair
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The timeless Butterfly Chair is a classic that has stood the test of time for over 80 years. Its story is one of transformation, adaptability, and evolution, making it an icon in the...
Category

2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

1970s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Pad Lounge Chair in Leather Model EA216
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Lounge Chair, model EA216, produced by Herman Miller in the USA in the 1970s. The listed price i...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1950s Leather Butterfly Chair by Jorge Ferrari Hardoy Bonet & Kurchan for Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous C. 1950 vintage black leather Butterfly chair, designed by Jorge Ferrari Hardoy, Antonio Bonet, and Juan Kurchan for Knoll. This is a vintage example, w...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Gerard van den Berg butterfly chair for Montis, 1980 black
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Gerard van den Berg butterfly chair for Montis, 1980 black Butterfly armchair was designed in the 1980s by Gerard van den Berg a...
Category

1980s Dutch Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

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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