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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Period: 20th Century
Set of Four 1950s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your interior with this set of four 1950s Danish Modern lounge chairs, a harmonious blend of mid-century elegance and contemp...
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1950s Danish Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Linen, Wood

Lounge Chair by Emilio Guarnacci and Anthony Padovano, c. 1960
Located in New York City, NY
Lounge Chair by Emilio Guarnacci and Anthony Padovano, Italy, c. 1960 Large, comfortable lounge chairs by Guarnacci and Padovano; the rounded cylindrical forms of the body are suppo...
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20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Rare Caned, Chrome, Off White Boucle Chairs Ottomans
Located in North Miami, FL
This very rare and modern fabulous set of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin vintage caned, chrome and upholstered lounge chairs with monumental original ottomans are from the early 70'...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

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 ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist Pair of Lounge Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of high backed "Stora Adam" chairs from the Paradiset collection for Nordiska Kompaniet's Triva series. Beech legs and brown upholstery. Labeled.
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1950s Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

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...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

1973 Florence Knoll International Slipper Lounge Chair Brown/Burnt Orange Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original 1973 Florence Knoll for Knoll International slipper lounge chair in burnt orange/brown fabric. This example is beautifully preserved and in honest orig...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair with Original White Vinyl Upholstery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original 1960s womb chair, designed by renowned architect and furniture designer Eero Saarinen. This is one of Saarinen's most iconic works, which was introduce...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Animal Print and Chrome Round Hoop Bucket Tub Chair Made in Italy
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous round hoop, bucket, or tub chair upholstered in animal print fabric with chrome legs and made in Italy. It is in wonderful condition and ready to use, circa late 20th centur...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

C. 1988 Herman Miller Aluminum Group Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Black Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original C. 1988 production Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad reclining lounge chair and ottoman, designed by Charles and Ray Eame...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1960s Lounge Chair & Ottoman attributed to Arne Norell w/ New Cognac Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a circa 1960s lounge chair and ottoman, in the manner of the Ari Lounge Chair designed by Arne Norell We acquired it in original condition and had a masterful upho...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

1960s Verner Panton Bachelor Lounge Easy Chair for Fritz Hansen Denmark 2 Sling
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous Verner Panton for Fritz Hansen Bachelor lounge chair. This example dates to the late 1960's and comes with both its original cover and another more recent cover (shown in the photos). This is an iconic and very rare Panton...
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1960s Danish Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of C. 1953 Herman Miller Eames LCW Lounge Chair Wood Refinished Red Aniline
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Listed for sale is an original pair of circa 1953 production Eames LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) chairs, originally specified in red aniline dye. These examples were refinished and restor...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

1973 Pair of Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Series Rare Armless Lounge Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original pair of rare 1966 series armless lounge chairs, designed by Richard Schultz and produced by Knoll International. This set was acquired from a the son o...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1968 Vintage Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair by Fritz Hansen of Denmark Black Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous and very special swan chair, produced in 1968. This example was designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen. It was acquired directly from th...
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1960s Danish Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

1970s Wendell Castle Molar Chair in Fiberglass by Northern Plastics of Syracuse
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a rare Molar chair, designed by Wendell Castle and produced by Northern Plastics in Syracuse, New York circa early 1970s. This is a classic and experimental work b...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

1950s Nanna & Jorgen Ditzel ND83 Leather Lounge Chair by Knud Willadsen & Selig
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a stunning ND83 lounge chair designed by Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel in 1952. This example was produced by Knud Willadsen and imported from Denmark ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

1970s Piero Palange & Werther Toffoloni for Germa of Italy G23 Hoop Lounge Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a model G23 Hoop Chair designed by Piero Palange and Werther Toffoloni circa early 1970s. This example was upholstered in a canvas material, whereas the frame is B...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech, Canvas

1980s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chair in Black Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an authentic circa 1980s production Knoll Barcelona chair, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich in 1929. The design features a graceful polished stainless...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

1970s Pair of Nicos Zographos Tuxedo Club Lounge Chairs in Blue Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of tuxedo club chairs, seemingly designed by Nicos Zographos and produced by Zographos Designs Inc. As the chairs are unmarked and many desi...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Amongst the most popular Vladimir Kagan designs, these Nautilus swivel lounge chairs are sculptural, comfortable and fun, and were recently professionally reupholstered in cozy Ivory...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Nicos Zographos Red Leather 70 Club Chair Armchair with Polished Stainless Legs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original Nicos Zographos red Leather lounge chair with arms. This example is fully upholstered in leather, with a polished stainless steel base. Nicos Zograph...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

1960s Arne Jacobsen Swan Chair by Fritz Hansen of Denmark in Black Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous and very special swan chair, produced in the mid 1960s. This example was designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen. It was acquired directl...
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1960s Danish Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950's Authentic Le Corbusier Marked STENDIG LC1 Basculant Chairs Thonet Cassina
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of very special and original vintage LC1 Basculant Sling chairs. They were designed most notably by Le Corbusier, along with Pi...
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1970 Sergio Mazza for Artemide Toga Stacking Outdoor Lounge Chairs White 4 Avail
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a single (multiple chairs are available, but the price listed is for each chair) Toga lounge chair, designed by Sergio Mazza and produced by Artemide in Italy. Thi...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Plastic, Fiberglass

1970s Wendell Castle Molar Chair in Fiberglass by Northern Plastics of Syracuse
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a rare Molar chair, designed by Wendell Castle and produced by Northern Plastics in Syracuse, New York circa early 1970s. This is a classic and experimental work b...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

1960s Pair of Nicos Zographos CH28 Ribbon Chairs in Black Leather & Steel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wood: Edges are crisp and grain is lovely. Generally excellent condition but with a couple of minor signs of wear as is noted in the photos. The inner parts of the drawers are in gre...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

1970 Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Swan Chair in New Cognac Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Swan chair designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen in 1970. It was acquired directly from the estate of the original owner and was since masterfully reuphols...
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1970s Danish Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1978 Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs in Red Velvet and Nickel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Platner Lounge Chairs, model 1715L, originally designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. These particular examples date to 1978. The listed price includes the p...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Nickel

1990s Pair of Sant'elia Arm Chairs by Giuseppe Terragni for Zanotta Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of gorgeous black leatherSant'elia armchairs by Giuseppe Terragni for Zanotta. These chairs are very difficult to come by. They are constructed from tubular...
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1990s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Early LC3 Lounge Chairs, Le Corbusier by Cassina, 1970s
Located in Renens, CH
Probably the most well-known designs by the Swiss-born architect Le Corbusier (Charles-Edouard Jeanneret) are the LC2 and LC3 armchairs. Le Corbusier hardly needs an introduction, hi...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950s Safari Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Canvas by Poul Hundevad
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Safari armchair and coordinating ottoman, designed by Poul Hundevad for Vamdrup Denmark in 1950. The frames are constructed of teak and the set retains its original natural...
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1950s Danish Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

1960s Fabricius and Kastholm Kill International FK86 Lounge Chair in Tan Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous original 1960s FK86 lounge chair, designed by Fabricius and Kastholm for Kill International of Germany. This 1960s example was meticulously crafted from...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair 1976 Nicos Zographos Saronis Leather & Oak Lounge Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of leather and oak Nicos Zographos Saronis lounge chairs from 1976, which came directly from a Hugh Stubbins (Architect) designed Library at a notable ivy-l...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Oak, Leather

Lounge Chair by František Jirák for Tatra Nábytok Pravenec
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Lounge chair by František Jirák for Tatra Nábytok Pravenec in 1960s. Armchair is professionally stained and repolished with new fabric.
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1960s Slovak Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

1960s Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Egg Lounge Chair, Model 3316 in Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen ‘Egg’ lounge chair, Model 3316. Jacobsen designed the chair in 1958, perfecting the shape by experimenting with wire and plaster in...
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1960s Danish Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1950s Original Pair Lounge Chairs 5-LC Lounge Chairs Katavolos Estelle Laverne
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of gorgeous and original 5-LC New York Lounge Chairs, designed by Katavolos, Littel, and Kelley for Laverne (Erwine and Estelle Laverne). These are rare and...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

1960s Red Reclinable Swivel Chair by Martin Stoll Giroflex with Walnut Shells
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful reclinable swivel chair designed by Martin Stoll for Giroflex in Switzerland with typical bentwood shells like the famous lounge chair by Eamens. This bentwood is finished ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Faux Leather, Walnut, Bentwood

Vintage rattan wicker IKEA, “Karlskrona” lounge chair
By IKEA
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Vintage IKEA lounge rattan chair by designer Karl Malmvell. In great condition with original headrest in canvas fabric and with leather straps.
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1990s Swedish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Paire de fauteuils bas design vintage Natural Choice
Located in NANTES, FR
Paire de fauteuils design vintage nNatural Choice. Fabriqués au Danemark. Dans l'esprit du travail de Charlotte Perriand ou des designer du B...
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1980s Danish Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather

Pair of Imported Italian Modern Cassina 253 Nest Lounge Chairs by Piero Lissoni
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Modern Italian Pair of Oversized Lounge Chairs with exposed chrome plated steel frames and Pierre Frey upholstery designed by Piero Lissoni for Cassina. If you're searching for an incredibly well made and timelessly stylish Lounge Chair that's comfortable with a large roomy seat, look no further. As much Lounge Chairs as Loveseats, these Cassina Nest...
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20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Solid Pine, Green Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of lounge chairs. Designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s. Cushions upholstered in green fabric and fitted with buttons. Other designers of the period include Pierre Chapo, ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Baker Furniture Contemporary Upholstered Lounge Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous contemporary upholstered club chair or lounge chair By Baker Furniture , "Milling Road" Collection USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 41"W x 43"D x 34"H. Seat heigh...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Maple

Pair of Chairs Designed by Larry Laslo for Directional
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Chairs Designed by Larry Laslo for Directional, wooden legs have a faux burl wood finish and stainless steel tips. Original fabric is in not perfect condition and has some so...
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1990s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

PT Skate wicker rolling lounge chair by Paul Tuttle for Strässle
Located in Kleinburg, ON
The PT Skate Lounger Chair was designed by Paul Tuttle for Strässle International in the 1960s. The chair features a cantilevered steel frame with wicker seat and backrest and rollin...
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1990s Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

A Pair of Aluminum Folding Chaise Lounges from SS United States Luxury Ship
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of rare aluminum chaise lounges from famed luxury liner SS United States, ca' 1950's. Interesting folding design, red plastic straps. A total of f...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Sculptural 1970s Dunbar Chairs in Ivory Bouclé
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sultry pair of Dunbar sculptural chairs freshly transported from the 1970s now in ivory bouclé. Created by Lydia dePolo and Jack Dunbar, these are the perfect chairs for the buyer wh...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Modernist Angular Chrome Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Aubergine Wool, USA 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Covered in Loro Piana wool. Ottoman measures 30" x 34".
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1970s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Modernist Tubular Steel Armchairs, Can Be Covered In Fabric Or Leather, c 1930
Located in Berlin, DE
Modernist tubular steel armchairs with an elegant sinuous shape. The upholstery can be covered with fabric or leather. The armchairs were designed and manufactured by Gottwald, Cze...
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1930s Czech Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Paolo Buffa Attribution, Lounge Chairs, Walnut, Shearling, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beige shearling and walnut lounge chairs attributed to Paolo Buffa, Italy, 1940s. 14.5" seat height
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1940s Italian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Walnut

Lounge Chair Model Castor with footstool by Gijs Papavoine for Montis
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Supercool lounge chair with ottoman designed by Gijs Papavoine for Montis, around 1990 and produced shortly thereafter. The model was produced for a duration of about 10 years and pr...
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1990s Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair Blue of Niccola Lounge Chairs by Andrea Branzi for Zanotta
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of armchairs, model Niccola, designed in 1993 by Andrea Branzi for Zanotta. Construction on a four-legged tubular steel frame, upholstered and covered in dark blue leather, armr...
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1990s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Swivel Chair and Ottoman by Milo Baughman for Directional
Located in Denton, TX
Swivel chair and Ottoman by Milo Baughman for Directional. Swivel and rocking chair with a ottoman on castors. Original label attached. Ottoman meas...
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Mid-20th Century North American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Italian Designer, Lounge Chair, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained wood and beige grey fabric lounge chair, designed and produced in Italy, 1930s.
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1930s Italian Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Ward Bennett for Brickell Newly Caned "Sled" Lounge Chair, Circa 1970
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Original Chromed Steel & Cane Lounge Chair by Ward Bennett for Brickell. Featuring the vintage low chromed x frame, with newly natural and unstained cane seat, curved back, covered a...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Chaise Longue "Diapason" by De Lucchi & Saracino
By De Lucchi & Saracino
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Designed in 1973 by Giovanni De Lucchi and Titti Saracino, their "Diapason" chaise is made using a sheet of stainless steel attac...
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20th Century Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Concrete, Stainless Steel

Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Curly Camel
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Amongst the most popular Vladimir Kagan designs, these Nautilus swivel lounge chairs are sculptural, comfortable and fun, and were recently professionally reupholstered in super soft...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Sling Lounge Chair by Hannah & Morrison for Knoll International, 1980s
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of sling lounge chairs with white aluminum frames and brown cover.
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1980s European Vintage Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

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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