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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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: 21st Century and Contemporary
2021 Knoll Pilot Low Back Armless Chair by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original low-back Pilot lounge chair, designed by the British design duo Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby for Knoll in 2016. This particular example dates to 2021 and has nev...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Three Headed Chair White by Rejo Studio
Located in Riyadh, SA
The “three headed” chair, is a fairy tale chair, inspired by those who have a lot to think about, where one head is never enough to deal with everyday life...
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2010s Saudi Arabian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Linen, Velvet, Polyester

2018 Stefan Borselius for Fogia Tondo Lounge Chair in Blue Fabric 4x Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Tondo lounge chair, designed in 2015 by Stefan Borselius for Fogia. Fogia is a Swedish design company, whose pieces are made from scratch at...
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2010s Polish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

2013 Auckland 277 Lounge Chair by Jean-Marie Massaud for Cassina in Red Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Auckland Lounge chair, designed by Jean Marie Massaud for Cassina in 2005. The piece was manufactured in Italy in 2013. It features soft thick red leather, and has a four-...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

2013 Poltrona Frau Kennedee Swivel Lounge Chair by Jean-Marie Massaud in Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a ‘Kennedee’ swivel lounge chair, initially designed by Jean-Marie Massaud for Poltrona Frau in 2006. This particular chair was manufactured in Italy in 2013. The listed pric...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Most Chaise Lounge
Located in Beograd, RS
First look at this deck clearly assigns an association to the construction of a high bridge. Hence the name of this piece, Bridge. ( `most` is a bridge in Serbian). As each bridge i...
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2010s Balkan Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

2004 Arne Jacobsen Swan Chairs by Fritz Hansen in Turquoise Hopsack Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a single (two chairs are available, but sold separately) Swan chair, designed by Arne Jacobsen and produced by Fritz Hansen. This is one of Jacobsen's most recogni...
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Early 2000s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Lounge chair in black tinted wood, black leather seat, model 1907
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
The Black lounge chair 1907 was launched at the ICFF - Wanted design fair in 2019, during the New York design week. Each chair is made by his creat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Argentine Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Plastic

Mirror Lounge Chair
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Designed by Project 213A in 2020. This lounge chair’s brutal and minimal shape will complement the interior as well as reflect it. The mirror surface is eye-catching at the same time...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mirror

Porada Floor Sample Copine Wood Chair G. & O. Buratti
Located in Boston, MA
Designed By G. & O. Buratti Armchair with frame in solid canaletta walnut and cover in the boucle fabric. The cover in the fabric is removable. Inner shell in poplar plywood and solid fir wood with belted seat. The padding is in crush-proof polyurethane with different densities. This is a floor sample...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood, Walnut

2013 Auckl& Lounge Chair by Jean-Marie Massaud for Cassina in Dark Blue Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Auckland Lounge chair, designed by Jean Marie Massaud for Cassina in 2005. The piece was manufactured in Italy in 2013. It features soft thick dark blue leather, and has a...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Craft Associates Modern Lounge Chair, 2002, the Parallax
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Laura Trenchard Manufacturer: Craft Associates Modern Furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern Specs: Walnut, Mohair Yardage: 6 yards, 5.5 meters condition Craft Associates Modern lounge chair - 2002 - The Parallax...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Pair of Ettore Sottsass Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs Memphis Italy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of gorgeous and original Ettore Sottsass Eastside lounge chairs, produced by Knoll International. These two lounge chairs came from the American Airlines ex...
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Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

2000s Pair of Model 402 Lounge Chairs by Aino & Alvar Aalto for Artek
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of model 402 lounge ‘Ateljé’ chairs, designed by Aino and Alvar Aalto for Artek in 1933. This particular pair was born in the mid 2000s. These classic cantilever loung...
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Early 2000s Finnish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Birch

2012 Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen Denmark Swan Chairs Leather Upholstery Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale are four (sold separately) recent production Arne Jacobsen swan chairs, produced by Fritz Hansen in 2012. The chairs are in terrific original condition! See photos f...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

La Redonda Minimalistic Chair in Metal
Located in London, GB
La Redonda is a chair that flirts with a pure two-dimensional geometrical figure, the circle. This perfect shape is molded after being cut over a steel plat...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

2015 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son Wing Lounge Chair Model CH445 Blue Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a single Wing chair, model CH445, originally designed in 1960 by Hans J. Wegner. At the time of its inception, only a few examples were produ...
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2010s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

2006 Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Studio Red Leather MR EO7M Lounge Arm Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a (sold separately) Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Studio MR arm chair in gorgeous red leather upholstery. These examples came from the e...
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

2010s Pair of Hollow Lounge Chairs by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia in Fabric
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of ‘Hollow’ Lounge Chairs, designed by Patricia Urquiola for B & B Italia in 2006. This particular pair was manufactured in Italy C. 2010. The listed price includes bo...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

2015 Cumberland Clover High Back Lounge Chair by 5D Studio w/ Steel Base
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Clover high-back swivel lounge chair, model 2672, produced by Cumberland in 2015 . This particular chair has a swivel x-base in polished stainless steel, and it has an upho...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

The Donna Chair, by Vicente Wolf
Located in New York, NY
The Donna Chair, by New York interior designer Vicente Wolf. From his furniture and accessories store, VW HOME by Vicente Wolf, the Donna Chair reflects the ...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

C. 2009 Pair of Mies Van Der Rohe Knoll Krefeld Lounge Chairs in Red Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of Krefeld Lounge Chairs produced by Knoll and designed by Mies Van Der Rohe. These chairs were specified in red leather...
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Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Riva 1920 MAUI BLACK WOOD LOUNGE CHAIR BY TERRY DWAN
Located in Boston, MA
This armchair strikes a perfect balance between comfort and uniqueness, creating a snug space to relax in. Through a meticulous process that combines carving and smoothing, it result...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Contemporary Swivel Armchair With Pleated Back Detail
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This swivel armchair offers functionality and style. Its ergonomic design ensures comfort, while the precise seaming showcases meticulous craftsmanship. The curved shapes enhance its...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Wood

Handcrafted Black 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 either indoor or outdoor. H...
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2010s Mexican Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

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

Materials

Foam, Wood, Leather, Resin

Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Eastside Lounge Chairs Memphis Italy Blue
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of gorgeous and original Ettore Sottsass Eastside lounge chairs, produced by Knoll International. These two lounge chairs came from the American Airlines ex...
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

White & Brass Outdoor Cactus Chair by Marcantonio, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2.2) In Stock in Los Angeles This white indoor / outdoor armchair features a brass finish mid century legs...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

June Lounge and Club Chair by Crump and Kwash (In Stock)
Located in Baltimore City, MD
June Lounge Chair by Crump and Kwash Solid wood frame / hand rubbed oil finish / premium foam cushioning / vegan shearling upholstery / COM optional This piece is in stock and shi...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Faux Leather, Foam, Oak

De la Paz Dining Chair Solid Wood, Contemporary Mexican Design
Located in Mexico City, MX
Chair with seat and back upholstered in fabric. The backrest formed by a half-moon hugs the back giving it support. Inspired by the three-legged chairs, the Peace chair...
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2010s Mexican Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Hardwood

Paolo Ferrari, "AME", Lounge Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sculptural low back lounge chair, shown here in a white wool upholstery. MATERIALS Shown in a Wool Upholstery Matte Black Metal MEASUREMENTS 40.5”W x 30.75”D x 28.25”H x 16”SH HANDMADE IN CANADA PRICING + COM This Paolo Ferrari design is priced to accommodate Customer’s Own Material (COM). A limited range of fabrics are available from Studio Paolo Ferrari...
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2010s Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

De Sede DS-266 Adjustable Recliner in Natural Wot Upholstery by Stefan Heiliger
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Geometric form and the simplest function. A seat suddenly turns into a comfortable recliner – DS-266 condenses more than 30 years of work by designer Stefan Heiliger into a highly in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

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 des...
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2010s Mexican Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Shiro Kuramata Sofa With Arms in Chromed Tubular Metal for Cappellini
Located in New York, NY
An homage to the masters of early 20th century modernism, the sofa with arms armchair by Shiro Kuramata has a structure made of chromed tubular metal, p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Superb Antonio Citterio Slipper and Swivel Chair in Velvet (two available)
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Stunning Post-Modern Guscioalto Lounge chair by Antonio Citterio for Flexform. Sea foam velvet upholstery adds a touch of luxury and elegance to any space, while the plush cushioning...
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2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Outdoor Woven Rope Armchair in Solid Teak
Located in New York, NY
Structure: Teak wood – Aluminum: Antioxy, heavy load, anti-scratch easy clean. Weaving: Round 4mm. High Tenacity, Low shrinkage filament yarn made of 100% polyester, easy clean. Fi...
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2010s Asian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Chestnut Fiberglass Chair, Roly-Poly Chair by Faye Toogood
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary fiberglass chair - Roly Poly chair by Faye Toogood. This is shown in the chestnut fiberglass finish. Design: Faye Toogood ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Oyster Wellness Seat
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
Awarded Best of Year by Interior Design Magazine, The Oyster Wellness Seat is the result of a collaboration between Oyster Studio Furniture and renowned exercise physiologist, Jesse ...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Foam, Fabric

Dottie Single Module Seating / Bergere
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
The DOTTIE collection adapts to every living space with its light tones, minimal design, comfort and modular installation. DOTTIE modules, which create pieces that you can design acc...
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2010s Turkish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Foam, Hardwood

Oyster Wellness Seat Metaphores Boucle by Alex Muradian
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
The Oyster Meditation Cushion is the result of a collaboration between Oyster Studio Furniture and renowned exercise physiologist, Jesse Schwartzman, MS, RD, ACSM CPT, who has helped...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Dark Green Aluminium Armchair with Lapping Cane Seating from Anodised Wicker Col
Located in London, GB
Armchair made from dark green anodised aluminium extrusions and woven cane seating. Originally realised for the Hepworth Gallery in Wakefield and inspired by Donald Judd and Børge M...
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2010s British Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Smile Adjustable Rotating Leather Armchair by FSM
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Smile chair by De Sede. With its new, patented adjustment mechanism, Smile offers comfort that stands out from the rest and can be stopped at any angle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Oyster Wellness Seat by Alex Muradian in Basket Weave Fabric
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
Awarded Best of Year by Interior Design Magazine, The Oyster Meditation and Wellness Seat is the result of a collaboration between Oyster Studio Furniture and renowned exercise physi...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Laurameroni "Drapè Soleil" Big Rounded Armchair in Hand-Pleated Leather
Located in Monza, IT
Rotating armchair covered with a Cat.C Cloud leather drapery. Padded seat. Metal base with RAL 7005 "mouse-gray" lacquering. FINISH: Cat.C Cloud Leathe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Velvet

Oyster Wellness Seat Donghia Mohair by Alex Muradian
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
Awarded Best of Year by Interior Design Magazine, The Oyster Meditation and Wellness Seat is the result of a collaboration between Oyster Studio Furniture and renowned exercise physi...
Category

2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Wooly Modern Chaise Lounge
Located in Greenwich, CT
A lounge chair hand built by us in Norwalk, Connecticut upholstered in a wooly synthetic cotton fabric. This piece features a super comfortable sloping design for ultimate relaxation...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Synthetic, Faux Leather

Set of 2 White and Brass Outdoor Cactus Chairs, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2.2) In Stock in Los Angeles Set of 2 white and brass indoor / outdoor cactus chairs...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Montis Enzo Velvet Lounge Chair by Geert Koster in Stock
Located in New York, NY
Upholstered in Gentle Velvet Enzo is a comfortable and inviting armchair that is distinguished by its compact dimensions. The streamlined shape and reduced thickness of the external ...
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2010s Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Fiberglass Armchair, Fudge Chair by Faye Toogood
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary fiberglass armchair - Fudge chair by Faye Toogood. This is shown in the malachite fiberglass finish. Design: Faye Toogood Material: Fiberglass Available also in charcoal, cream or malachite opaque finish Faye Toogood’s new Fudge armchair celebrates the role that chance and subtle imperfections play in the design process. The chair’s solid form, standing foursquare on stout cuboid legs, develops the satisfying chunkiness familiar from Toogood’s Roly-Poly furniture collection, imbuing it with a playful plasticity. The subtle asymmetries and softly curving lines of the original clay maquette have been assiduously reproduced full-size, first hand-carved in wood and then faithfully cast in durable fibreglass. The armchair is available in four hues – ranging from subtle cream and charcoal to pastel mallow and rich malachite green - all with a handsanded satin-matte finish. The finished confection has a playful charm which acknowledges that strength in design arises from an element of chance in the moment of...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Innit Designs Acapulco Chair Deep Blue Weave on Coral Frame
Located in Buffalo, NY
In 2009 Innit introduced the Acapulco Chair to design junkies around the world in 2009. It has since become a renowned design classic and is featured in hot mags, incredible interio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Innit Designs Acapulco Chair Coral Weave on Coral Frame
Located in Buffalo, NY
In 2009 Innit introduced the Acapulco Chair to design junkies around the world in 2009. It has since become a renowned design classic and is featured in hot mags, incredible interio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Innit Designs Acapulco Chair Ivory Weave on Coral Frame
Located in Buffalo, NY
In 2009 Innit introduced the Acapulco Chair to design junkies around the world in 2009. It has since become a renowned design classic and is featured in hot mags, incredible interio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Building Blocks, Side Chair with Black Leather and Wood Back
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Price [3500] Building blocks side lounge chair: An illusion that plays with positive and negative shapes through its design, the white version is made from leather and a me...
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Innit Designs Acapulco Chair Mint Weave on Coral Frame
Located in Buffalo, NY
In 2009 Innit introduced the Acapulco Chair to design junkies around the world in 2009. It has since become a renowned design classic and is featured in hot mags, incredible interio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Innit Designs Acapulco Chair Clear Weave on Coral Frame
Located in Buffalo, NY
In 2009 Innit introduced the Acapulco Chair to design junkies around the world in 2009. It has since become a renowned design classic and is featured in hot mags, incredible interio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

GRACE Vintage Armchair with natural cane
Located in Frazão, Porto
The GRACE Vintage armchair is made of a solid wood structure. Grace stands out for its refined caned details, available in natural or wenguê color finish, and its unique and elegantl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood, Rattan, Cane, Velvet

Innit Designs Acapulco Chair Gold Weave on Coral Frame
Located in Buffalo, NY
In 2009 Innit introduced the Acapulco Chair to design junkies around the world in 2009. It has since become a renowned design classic and is featured in hot mags, incredible interio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Minimalist Outdoor Lounge Chair in "Moss" 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 ...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

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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