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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Kartell K-wood Arm-Chair by Philippe Starck in Dark Wood Black with Leather Seat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Smart Wood collection is the outcome of Kartell's unremitting research into the possibility of giving three dimensional form to a material which so far has always been two dimens...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

NOOM Home Gropius Low Chair CS1 - Barnum Boucle
Located in Toronto, CA
New NOOM furniture collection is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Bauhaus School in Germany. Ideas of functionalism and conciseness, the combination of craft...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1970's Dennis Christiansen for Dunbar Gold Tone Leather Sofa Corner Wedge Chair
Located in St. Louis, MO
RARE Dennis Christiansen for Dunbar gold tone sculptural leather corner or wedge shape sofa chair with curved back and thin profile seat cushion, Dunbar label, circa 1970s. The plush...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Celeste Straight Chair in Espresso Peplos Velvet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Celeste Straight Chair in Espresso Peplos velvet from Clarence House. Made in Los Angeles. SAMPLE: THIS ITEM IS A FLOOR MODEL IN GOOD CONDITION (LIGHT WEAR). PRICE IS PER CHAIR. FIN...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet

1970s Hans Olsen for Juul Kristensen Rocking Chair in Teak from Denmark
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Teak Rocking Chair, originally designed by Hans Olsen for Juul Kristensen. This particular example dates back to the 1970s. The chair's frame is comprised of solid teak and...
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1970s Danish Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Teak

Tord Bjorklund Chaise Longue in Black Leather, Sweden 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Leather chaise longue by Lord Bjorklund, the design features an architectural black steel tube frame with a curvy streamlined platform and leather, circa 1970, made in Sweden This is...
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20th Century Swedish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Lounge Chair – Weather‑Resistant Fabric & Stainless Steel, Made in UE
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Enjoy effortless outdoor living with this Outdoor Lounge Chair — weather-resistant fabric paired with stainless steel, made in Portugal. Designed by Keiji Takeuchi as the outdoor ver...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

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...
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2010s Philippine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Rocking Chair in Galvanized Laser-Cut Steel Frame and Veg Tan Leather Sling
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Low in its stance, wide in its grip, Klein Agency's contemporary low Rocker creates the perfect, soft shell for release and rest of your body. Laser cut pre...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cut Steel

Big Girl Chair, Red Boucle, Modern Sculptural Organic 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...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wool

Mid-Century Lounge Chair
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
New reupholstered and recovered with a period green and orange velvet. Very comfortable and easy to lay down.
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1950s German Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

1960s Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son CH28P Sawbuck Oak Lounge Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a solid oak Sawbuck lounge chair, model CH28P, designed by Hans Wegner in 1951. This particular piece was produced by Carl Hansen & S√∏n in the 1960s. The design features a s...
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1960s Danish Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Caribe Chic Lounge Chair by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Caribe chic lounge chair by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Galvanized and powder-coated tubular steel. PVC strings are made from recycled plastic. Technique: Made from recycled plast...
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2010s German Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Modern Roger Webb for OFS Heya Wool Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Add a touch of sophistication to your home or office with this fabulous pair of Heya lounge chairs. Designed by Roger Webb for OFS to be comfortable and supportive. In Japanese, Heya...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage Dialogue Wing Lounge Chair by HBF in White Leather, c. 1990's
By HBF
Located in Deland, FL
Inspired by the classic design aesthetic of mid-century modernism, the Dialogue chair provides an intuitive and purposeful solution for casual conferenc...
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1990s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Gabriella Folding Chairs Model D.270.2 by Gio Ponti
Located in Atlanta, GA
Designed in his later years in 1970, Gio Ponti's Gabriella folding chair model no D.270.2 is a modern interpretation of historical folding chairs that were praised for their mobility...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Moooi Zio Lounge Chair in Spectrum Brown Upholstery & 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

Minimalist Unique Design, Black Iron Chair, Leather Seat by Lucas Tyra Morten
Located in Geneve, CH
Stal chair by Lucas Tyra Morten 2018 Limited Edition of 48 Dimensions: W 47, H 80, D 47 cm Material: Wrought iron and leather With the quest to create the maximum minimal chair that sticks to both function and duration, stål chair came to life. Traditional craftsmanship was out of importance...
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2010s Swedish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Bilge Lounge Chair
Located in Denver, PA
The Bilge lounge chair is made from reclaimed bourbon barrel staves from Kentucky and recycled leaf springs from New York City fire trucks. First, the n...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Bilge Lounge Chair
Bilge Lounge Chair
$8,480 / item
Pair of Lounge / Easy Chairs with Lambskin, Danish Design, 1940-1950
Located in Kastrup, DK
By lounge chairs. Danish design and cabinetmaker, 1940-1950. Newly upholstered in lambskin in very fine quality. Grate seating comfort. Sold as a pair for € 11.050.  
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Lambskin, Mahogany

Modern Genuine Leather Brown Sling Chair in Black
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with a sheet of natural thick leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable e...
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2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Glazy Chair, Gentle 373 by Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Glazy chair, gentle 373 by Royal Stranger Dimensions: W 58 D 58 H 85 cm SH 50 SD 46 cm Materials: Upholstery Also available: Upholstery in all Royal Stranger’s fabric collection...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Cognac Nido Lounge Chair by Estudio Persona
Located in Geneve, CH
Cognac nido lounge chair by Estudio Persona Dimensions: W 76.2 x D 78.8 x H 76.2 cm Materials: Wood, upholstered seat Lounge chair made from a solid wood base with an upholstere...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Bounce Armchair by Daniel Nikolovski
Located in Geneve, CH
Bounce Armchair by Daniel Nikolovski Dimensions: W 90 x D 82 x H 80 cm Material: PU Foam, Painted wood By deconstructing a regularly looking cubic armchair...
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2010s Macedonian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Foam, Wood

De Sede DS 515 Chair in Brown Upholstery and Gold Color Base, Greutmann Bolzern
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stylish companion for anywhere, anytime. With DS-515, a filigree, runner-shaped base frame made of steel carries the inviting seat area. With DS-515, a thin wire construction serve...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

YETO swivel Lounge Chair with brass detail on the back
Located in Frazão, Porto
With smooth curves, this modern armchair with swivel base fits into any room, office, bedroom or living room. The brass detail on the back adds a touch of sophistication, adding glam...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

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 Dickinson for Randolph & Hein. This were special order by Steve Chase with the light desert crackle finish. The cushions are a li...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Lacquer

Pair of Leather and Wood Chairs Designed by Olivier De Schrijver
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous pair of leather chairs date from the early 1990s. Designed by Olivier De Schrijver, the Belgian contemporary artist, who was born in 1958. This model is called 'Holl...
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1990s Belgian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

GUFRAM Detecma Lounge in Green by Tullio Regge
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
Detecma is an acronym for design, technique and mathematics. These three values were united for the first time in 1967, the year when the Physicist Professor Tullio Regge, renown as ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Resin

RH-301 Bauhaus Leather Tufted Lounge Chair with Steel Legs by Robert Haussmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Chair RH-301/01 by De Sede. The appeal of tubular stainless steel furniture is timeless. Created in 1954 as a tribute to Mies van der Rohe, Robert Haussmann’s famous chrome-plated fl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Lounge Chair from Costantini in Leather and Solid Argentine Rosewood, Simone
Located in New York, NY
The Simone's gently sloping sides and back allude to forms from early 20th century French design. Debuted in 2009 at the Salone del Mobile. Available immediately as shown in argentin...
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2010s Argentine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 2 Gold Yoda Chairs by Melis Tatlicibasi
Located in Geneve, CH
Gold Yoda chair by Melis Tatlicibasi Materials: Velvet or boucle upholstery, natural wood, painted brass or silver Dimensions: W 47 x W 47 x H 85 cm I ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Danish Hans J. Wegner Set of Two GE-284 Jubilee Lounge Chairs in Oak by GETAMA
Located in Knebel, DK
Danish Hans J. Wegner set of two lounge chairs in oak and fabric by GETAMA The comfortable model GE-284 lounge chair was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1984 with it´s simple but eleg...
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Early 2000s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak

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

Pelleossa Armchair in Beech & Upholstered Seat, by Francesco Faccin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Pellerossa armrest chair is shown here in beechwood, and with nine upholstery seating fabrics to select from. The upholstery options include leather, vegetable leather or Sponge fabric. The Pellerossa's chair structure is also available in Canaletto walnut, oak or solid black aniline wood, as well as without an armrests, and in stool form. If you are interested in the Pelleossa chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Two Keilhauer Belle Lounge Chairs Bentwood Tom HcHugh
Located in Pasadena, TX
Tom McHugh, AIA, is an award-winning architect, interior and furniture designer with over thirty-five years of experience on a variety of project types, sizes, and complexities; with...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Boho Chic Bamboo and Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a nice vintage Boho Chic Lounge chair. It's made of bamboo and rattan and is upholstered. The under seat is made of woven rattan to reinforce the chair's stability. It has a...
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Late 20th Century Malaysian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bamboo

Dust Armchair with Beech Ash-056-1 and Aluminium
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust Armchair is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal fe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

2010s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Reclining Lounge Chair w/ Pillow
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group reclining lounge chair, model EA124, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. Th...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Moooi Zio Lounge Chair in Manga, Brown Upholstery with Oak Stained Grey 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

2017 Noe Duchaufour-Lawrance for Bernhardt Design Chiara Lounge Chairs Grey
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Chiara Lounge Chair, originally designed by Noe Duchaufour-Lawrance in 2013. These particular examples were produced by Bernhardt Design in 2017. The chairs are comprised o...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

2017 Brian Graham for Martin Brattrud Inc. Fold Lounge Chairs in Architex Lotto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are High Back Fold Lounge Chairs, Model 233-01, originally designed by Brian Graham for Martin Brattrud Inc. These particular examples were produced in 2017. They are comprised...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 2 Kartell Smatrik Outdoor Chair in White by Tokujin Yoshioka
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The constant interplay of design and technological innovation has led to the creation of Smatrik, the latest interpretation of a chair, designed by Tokujin Yoshioka. It has an innova...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Black Lounge Glass / Leather Chair Giovanni, by Tommaso Garattoni
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (1.8) One of the most beautiful modernist transparent design chairs. The perfect modern chai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

NOOM Home Flock Lounge Chair Dedar Karandash
Located in Toronto, CA
Designed By Kateryna Sokolova The “Flock” furniture collection draws on the idea that home is a place of comfort, sanctuary, and gathering and should be filled with personalized, ch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Wood

Black leather club chairs
Located in Pasadena, TX
Black Leather Club Chairs upholstered in black leather with chrome legs and base. A beautiful addition to any room.
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20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 Beelicious Dining Chairs, Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 Beelicious dining chairs, Royal Stranger Dimensions: 63 x 55 x 68 cm Materials: Upholstery Lemongrass cotton velvet, Lemongrass lacquered wood with a glossy finish. Feet c...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Plump Sofa, Gentle 733 by Royal Stranger
Located in Geneve, CH
Plump sofa, gentle 733 by Royal Stranger Dimensions: W 300 x D 100 x H 92 cm Materials: upholstery Also available: upholstery in all Royal Stranger’s fabric collection & COM (Cl...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Black Leather Chair by Giovanni Tommaso Garattoni Italy Glass and Black Leather
By Giovanni Garattoni
Located in Oirlo, LI
One of the most beautiful modernist transparent design chairs. The perfect modern chair for your own minimalist glass house. The Naked chair was designed by Giovanni Tommaso Ga...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Glass

Orno Bar Stool by Ries
Located in Geneve, CH
Orno bar stool by Ries Dimensions: D44 x H86 cm Materials: Hardwood Transparent matte lacquer, color matte lacquer (Finishings) Ries is a design studio based in Buenos Aires, ...
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2010s Argentine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 Olive Cielo Lounge Low Chair by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 4 olive Cielo lounge low chair by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Galvanized and powder-coated tubular steel. PVC strings are made from recycled plastic. Technique: Made from rec...
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2010s German Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Big Girl Armchair, Pink Boucle, organic, modern, sculptural
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...
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2010s English Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Bouclé

Spy 651 Yellow and Blue Armchair by Emilio Nanni
Located in Milan, IT
This sophisticated armchair is the perfect accent piece to bring a pop of color to modern decors with its well-balanced aesthetic. The frame in solid beech includes four tapered legs...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Set of 2 Hygge Dining Chair by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Hygge dining chair by Collector Materials: Structure in solid oak wood. Upholstered in Pierre Frey fabric. Legs: Travertino Dimensions:...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Travertine

Dust Armchair with Beech Ash-056-5 and Aluminium
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dust Armchair is constructed in solid wood, with an elevated tufted elegant look and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base and wood legs. Polished brass metal fe...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Upholstered Vanity Chair
Located in Milan, IT
This modern vanity chair makes a sleek addition to any dressing table, complementing an array of styles with its sleek lines and geometric silhoue...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Textile

Claste How Fragile This Love Lounge Chair in Glass with Verde Alpi Marble
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A floating slab of marble suspended between panes of clear or tinted glass with no hidden hardware or mechanical fastenings adds a level of tension to the everyday act of sitting dow...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Marble

Hen Lounge Armchair
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
A striking object of sculptural allure, this lounge armchair will make a statement in both an indoor and outdoor area, infusing it with contemporary sophistication. Boasting an eclec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Hen Lounge Armchair
$5,509 / item
Hen Armchair with Cushion
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
This lounge armchair will make a bold statement in both an indoor and outdoor area. A unique piece of contemporary flair, it is entirely made of bent steel boasting a striking pied-d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

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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