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Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

POSTMODERN STYLE

Postmodern design was a short-lived movement that manifested itself chiefly in Italy and the United States in the early 1980s. The characteristics of vintage postmodern furniture and other postmodern objects and decor for the home included loud-patterned, usually plastic surfaces; strange proportions, vibrant colors and weird angles; and a vague-at-best relationship between form and function.

ORIGINS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Emerges during the 1960s; popularity explodes during the ’80s
  • A reaction to prevailing conventions of modernism by mainly American architects
  • Architect Robert Venturi critiques modern architecture in his Complexity and Contradiction in Architecture (1966)
  • Theorist Charles Jencks, who championed architecture filled with allusions and cultural references, writes The Language of Post-Modern Architecture (1977)
  • Italian design collective the Memphis Group, also known as Memphis Milano, meets for the first time (1980) 
  • Memphis collective debuts more than 50 objects and furnishings at Salone del Milano (1981)
  • Interest in style declines, minimalism gains steam

CHARACTERISTICS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Dizzying graphic patterns and an emphasis on loud, off-the-wall colors
  • Use of plastic and laminates, glass, metal and marble; lacquered and painted wood 
  • Unconventional proportions and abundant ornamentation
  • Playful nods to Art Deco and Pop art

POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

VINTAGE POSTMODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

Critics derided postmodern design as a grandstanding bid for attention and nothing of consequence. Decades later, the fact that postmodernism still has the power to provoke thoughts, along with other reactions, proves they were not entirely correct.

Postmodern design began as an architectural critique. Starting in the 1960s, a small cadre of mainly American architects began to argue that modernism, once high-minded and even noble in its goals, had become stale, stagnant and blandly corporate. Later, in Milan, a cohort of creators led by Ettore Sottsass and Alessandro Mendinia onetime mentor to Sottsass and a key figure in the Italian Radical movement — brought the discussion to bear on design.

Sottsass, an industrial designer, philosopher and provocateur, gathered a core group of young designers into a collective in 1980 they called Memphis. Members of the Memphis Group,  which would come to include Martine Bedin, Michael Graves, Marco Zanini, Shiro Kuramata, Michele de Lucchi and Matteo Thun, saw design as a means of communication, and they wanted it to shout. That it did: The first Memphis collection appeared in 1981 in Milan and broke all the modernist taboos, embracing irony, kitsch, wild ornamentation and bad taste.

Memphis works remain icons of postmodernism: the Sottsass Casablanca bookcase, with its leopard-print plastic veneer; de Lucchi’s First chair, which has been described as having the look of an electronics component; Martine Bedin’s Super lamp: a pull-toy puppy on a power-cord leash. Even though it preceded the Memphis Group’s formal launch, Sottsass’s iconic Ultrafragola mirror — in its conspicuously curved plastic shell with radical pops of pink neon — proves striking in any space and embodies many of the collective’s postmodern ideals. 

After the initial Memphis show caused an uproar, the postmodern movement within furniture and interior design quickly took off in America. (Memphis fell out of fashion when the Reagan era gave way to cool 1990’s minimalism.) The architect Robert Venturi had by then already begun a series of plywood chairs for Knoll Inc., with beefy, exaggerated silhouettes of traditional styles such as Queen Anne and Chippendale. In 1982, the new firm Swid Powell enlisted a group of top American architects, including Frank Gehry, Richard Meier, Stanley Tigerman and Venturi to create postmodern tableware in silver, ceramic and glass.

On 1stDibs, the vintage postmodern furniture collection includes chairs, coffee tables, sofas, decorative objects, table lamps and more.

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Style: Post-Modern
Sculptural Lounge Chair Jaymar 1980s
Sculptural Lounge Chair Jaymar 1980s

Sculptural Lounge Chair Jaymar 1980s

$1,200Sale Price|20% Off

Sculptural Lounge Chair Jaymar 1980s

By Jaymar

Located in Toronto, ON

Gorgeous pop art chair by Jaymar in a dark nylon like material. It's a blueish black fabric colour with slight prints/texturing on the fabric (see photos). This bold and modern chair...

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1980s Canadian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Percival Lafer 'MP 87' Lounge Chair in Reddish-Brown Leather
Percival Lafer 'MP 87' Lounge Chair in Reddish-Brown Leather

Percival Lafer 'MP 87' Lounge Chair in Reddish-Brown Leather

By Percival Lafer

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Percival Lafer, lounge chair, model ‘MP-87’, leather, chrome-plated steel, rope, Brazil, 1971 The MP-87 lounge piece is conceived by Brazilian designer Percival Lafer in the 1970s....

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1970s Brazilian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscapes in Patinated Cognac Brown Leather
Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscapes in Patinated Cognac Brown Leather

Ubald Klug for De Sede 'Terrazza' Landscapes in Patinated Cognac Brown Leather

By Ubald Klug, De Sede

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Ubald Klug for De Sede, DS-1025 'Terrazza' landscape sofa elements, patinated cognac brown leather, Switzerland, 1970s. Waterfall shaped sofas in a patinated leather by the Swiss m...

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1970s Swiss Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Joe Colombo for Comfort Lounge Chair 'Elda' in Black Leather and Fiberglass
Joe Colombo for Comfort Lounge Chair 'Elda' in Black Leather and Fiberglass

Joe Colombo for Comfort Lounge Chair 'Elda' in Black Leather and Fiberglass

By Joe Colombo, Comfort, Italy

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Joe Colombo for Comfort, lounge chair ‘Elda’, fiberglass, leather, Italy, 1963 The ‘Elda’ chair is one of the most well-known designs of Italian designer Joe Colombo. This lounge ch...

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1960s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fiberglass

All Gray Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low lounge chair
All Gray Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low lounge chair

All Gray Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low lounge chair

By Nicoletti Salotti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

All light gray Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather lounge chair. Very fun Beautiful pop art wide leather chair. Has unique back supports and legs upholstered in thick soft ...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vladimir Kagan Wingback Swivel Chair, Aubergine, Directional, 1990's
Vladimir Kagan Wingback Swivel Chair, Aubergine, Directional, 1990's

Vladimir Kagan Wingback Swivel Chair, Aubergine, Directional, 1990's

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Culver City, CA

An iconic wingback lounge ~ designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional in the 1990s arrived here in its original grey-aubergine microsuede, and honestly? The OG colorway hits differe...

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1990s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Bouclé

Mario Bellini 'Le Bambole' Loveseat by B&B Italia, Suede, 1972
Mario Bellini 'Le Bambole' Loveseat by B&B Italia, Suede, 1972

Mario Bellini 'Le Bambole' Loveseat by B&B Italia, Suede, 1972

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mario Bellini's 'Le Bambole' lounge chair for B&B Italia is one of the most recognizable silhouettes of 1970s Italian design. The chair's fully upholstered, pillow-like form has ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Post-Modern French Pair of Lounge Chairs in Brushed Steel & Grey Upholstery
Post-Modern French Pair of Lounge Chairs in Brushed Steel & Grey Upholstery

Post-Modern French Pair of Lounge Chairs in Brushed Steel & Grey Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Pair of lounge chairs, brushed steel, fabric, France, 1970s These armchairs are a prime example of the 1970s French design movement, which emphasized modernism and industrial materi...

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1970s French Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Rare Luigi Colani for Fritz Hansen Lounge Chair in Orange Upholstery
Rare Luigi Colani for Fritz Hansen Lounge Chair in Orange Upholstery

Rare Luigi Colani for Fritz Hansen Lounge Chair in Orange Upholstery

By Fritz Hansen, Luigi Colani

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Luigi Colani for Fritz Hansen, lounge chair, chrome-plated steel, metal, orange fabric, Denmark, 1970s The German industrial designer Luigi Colani was renowned for incorporating org...

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1970s Danish Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal, Steel, Chrome

Bouloum Human Form Ergonomic Lounge Chair by Arcanas (Canada) Postmodern Chaise
Bouloum Human Form Ergonomic Lounge Chair by Arcanas (Canada) Postmodern Chaise

Bouloum Human Form Ergonomic Lounge Chair by Arcanas (Canada) Postmodern Chaise

By Arconas, Olivier Mourgue, Airborne International

Located in Round Top, TX

The eye-catching “Bouloum” chair was designed by Olivier Mourgue and manufactured by Arconas in Canada in the 1970s. This unique, pop-art style chair in the shape of a person is full...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Textile

Joe Chair by De Pas, D'Urbino, Lomazzi for Poltronova Italy. Original. Restored.
Joe Chair by De Pas, D'Urbino, Lomazzi for Poltronova Italy. Original. Restored.

Joe Chair by De Pas, D'Urbino, Lomazzi for Poltronova Italy. Original. Restored.

Original iconic "Joe" Chair designed by Jonathan De Pas, Donato D'Urbino, and Paolo Lomazzi for Poltronova, Italy, 1970s. Named after baseball legend Joe DiMaggio and shaped like an...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mario Bellini for Cassina Pianura Lounge Chairs in Walnut and Leather
Mario Bellini for Cassina Pianura Lounge Chairs in Walnut and Leather

Mario Bellini for Cassina Pianura Lounge Chairs in Walnut and Leather

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mario Bellini for Cassina, 'Pianura' lounge chairs with armrests, walnut, leather, Italy, 1971 The ‘Pianura’ lounge chair by Mario Bellini for Cassina, designed in 1971, presents a ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

A Fauteuil à Corbeille Bronzed Steel Chair By Raymond Morales, France, Ca. 1990s
A Fauteuil à Corbeille Bronzed Steel Chair By Raymond Morales, France, Ca. 1990s

A Fauteuil à Corbeille Bronzed Steel Chair By Raymond Morales, France, Ca. 1990s

Located in Peabody, MA

A rare Fauteuil à Corbeille or “Flower Basket” chair by the French sculptor Raymond Morales (1926-2004). The chair seat and back are comprised of hundreds of stamped steel rosettes i...

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1990s French Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Meritalia Shadow Chair, Green by Gaetano Pesce
Meritalia Shadow Chair, Green by Gaetano Pesce

Meritalia Shadow Chair, Green by Gaetano Pesce

By Gaetano Pesce, Meritalia

Located in Toronto, ON

The "Shadow" chair by Gaetano Pesce is an innovative piece of design, crafted by Meritalia. Like many of Pesce's works, it plays with form, colour and texture, aiming to create a uni...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Resin, Latex

Pair Knoll Pfister Black Leather Lounge Chairs, 1980
Pair Knoll Pfister Black Leather Lounge Chairs, 1980

Pair Knoll Pfister Black Leather Lounge Chairs, 1980

By Charles Pfister, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair Knoll Pfister Black Leather Lounge Chair, 1980. Original black leather. We have 20 of these chairs available.

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1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Johan Bertil Häggström Tubular Lounge Chair for Swed-Form, Sweden, 1970s
Johan Bertil Häggström Tubular Lounge Chair for Swed-Form, Sweden, 1970s

Johan Bertil Häggström Tubular Lounge Chair for Swed-Form, Sweden, 1970s

By Johan Bertil Häggström, Swed Furn

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

A lounge chair by Johan Bertil Häggström for Swed-Form, produced in Sweden in the 1970s. An example of Swedish postmodern design, the piece is built around a tubular chrome frame tha...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Rare Iconic De Sede DS-9100/01 Tennisball Chair exclusively WTA Zurich Open 1985
Rare Iconic De Sede DS-9100/01 Tennisball Chair exclusively WTA Zurich Open 1985

Rare Iconic De Sede DS-9100/01 Tennisball Chair exclusively WTA Zurich Open 1985

By De Sede

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

De Sede Ds 9100/01 Tennisball chair Produced in limited numbers exclusively for the WTA Zurich Open in 1985 as VIP seating and promotion Grey leather seat and yellow 'tennisball' ...

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1980s Swiss Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

Clear Anemone Chair by Fernando and Humberto Campana for Edra, Italy 2001
Clear Anemone Chair by Fernando and Humberto Campana for Edra, Italy 2001

Clear Anemone Chair by Fernando and Humberto Campana for Edra, Italy 2001

By Edra, Fernando and Humberto Campana

Located in New York, NY

Clear Anemone Chair by Fernando and Humberto Campana for Edra, Italy 2001. Made of translucent hollow plastic tubes which are hand woven methodically to create a comfortable seat th...

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Pr. Postmodern Kurve Lounge Chairs by Karim Rashid for  Nienkamper c. 2000/2020
Pr. Postmodern Kurve Lounge Chairs by Karim Rashid for  Nienkamper c. 2000/2020

Pr. Postmodern Kurve Lounge Chairs by Karim Rashid for Nienkamper c. 2000/2020

By Nienkamper, Karim Rashid

Located in New York, NY

Rare and important pair of Post Modern, Contemporary Kurve lounge chairs, designed by Karim Rashid, made in Canada for Nienkamper, circa 2000/2020. The chairs feature a sexy curvac...

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Early 2000s Canadian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Naugahyde, Bentwood

Meritalia Senzafine Chair, Senza Blue by Gaetano Pesce
Meritalia Senzafine Chair, Senza Blue by Gaetano Pesce

Meritalia Senzafine Chair, Senza Blue by Gaetano Pesce

By Gaetano Pesce, Meritalia

Located in Toronto, ON

The "Endless" Chair. Colourful tangles that give life to a geometric and dynamic seat. A series of joyfully inconsistent seats designed by Gaetano Pesce, and a manifesto of Meritalia...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Plastic

Joe Colombo for Comfort 'Elda' Lounge Chair in Red Leather and Fiberglass
Joe Colombo for Comfort 'Elda' Lounge Chair in Red Leather and Fiberglass

Joe Colombo for Comfort 'Elda' Lounge Chair in Red Leather and Fiberglass

By Joe Colombo, Comfort, Italy

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Joe Colombo for Comfort, lounge chair ‘Elda’, fiberglass, leather, Italy, design 1963 The ‘Elda’ chair is one of the most well-known designs of Italian designer Joe Colombo. This lo...

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1960s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Fiberglass

Danish Pair of Armchairs in Oak and Chrome with Blue Upholstery
Danish Pair of Armchairs in Oak and Chrome with Blue Upholstery

Danish Pair of Armchairs in Oak and Chrome with Blue Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Manufactured by Duba Møbelindustri, pair of armchairs, bent plywood, chrome-plated metal, fabric, Denmark, 1970s. Pair of Danish chairs manufactured by Duba Møbelindustri. The whol...

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1970s Danish Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Plywood

Toshiyuki Kita Wink Charcoal Gray Leather Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s
Toshiyuki Kita Wink Charcoal Gray Leather Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s

Toshiyuki Kita Wink Charcoal Gray Leather Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s

By Cassina, Toshiyuki Kita

Located in Miami, FL

Charcoal gray leather Wink lounge chair designed by Toshiyuki Kita for Cassina, 1980s. Wink rises out of the complex interweaving of Western ways and Asian influences, a versatile...

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Pair of Cubic Lounge Chairs in Black Leather
Pair of Cubic Lounge Chairs in Black Leather

Pair of Cubic Lounge Chairs in Black Leather

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Pair of lounge chairs, black leather, wood, Northern Europe, 1980s The design of this pair of lounge chairs is characterized by a cubic frame. When seated you experience a pleasant ...

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1980s European Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wood

1990s Salotti Post Modern Black Leather Chair
1990s Salotti Post Modern Black Leather Chair

1990s Salotti Post Modern Black Leather Chair

By Nicoletti Salotti

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1990s with this exquisite black leather chair. The ultra rare chair exudes an air of luxury and refinement. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The luxurious chair is statement piece which is also extremely comfortable and packed with personality. The deep seat lend inviting comfort to the elegant and roomy silhouette. The distinctive craftsmanship frame that give this piece a delightful mid century design, assuring a striking proportioned profile view from all angles. The chair was individually produced and finished with the highest level of hand craftsmanship. The most accurate color shade can be seen in the detailed photos, allowing you to envision how the sofa will perfectly complement your space. The chair is in excellent vintage condition and very comfortable Ready immediate use from our climate controlled, smoke and pet free warehouse. Please view the video and images provided closely to confirm its condition and appearance. The listing is for the chair only. Complete the look with the matching love seat and chair...

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Percival Lafer 'MP 87' Lounge Chair in Beige Suede
Percival Lafer 'MP 87' Lounge Chair in Beige Suede

Percival Lafer 'MP 87' Lounge Chair in Beige Suede

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Percival Lafer, lounge chair, model ‘MP-87’, leather, chrome-plated steel, rope, Brazil, 1971 The MP-87 lounge piece is conceived by Brazilian designer Percival Lafer in the 1970s....

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1970s Brazilian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Early 90's Production Getsuen & Rose Lounge Chairs Masanori Umeda for Edra Italy
Early 90's Production Getsuen & Rose Lounge Chairs Masanori Umeda for Edra Italy

Early 90's Production Getsuen & Rose Lounge Chairs Masanori Umeda for Edra Italy

By Edra, Masanori Umeda

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Pair of early 1990's production Getsuen & Rose Flower lounge chairs by Japanese designer Masanori Umeda for Edra Italy 1990 Very rare to find 2 early production examples now combine...

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum, Steel

Post-Modern Italian Pair of Lounge Chairs in Chrome and Beige Fabric
Post-Modern Italian Pair of Lounge Chairs in Chrome and Beige Fabric

Post-Modern Italian Pair of Lounge Chairs in Chrome and Beige Fabric

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Pair of lounge chairs, chrome-plated metal, fabric, Italy, 1970s These captivating Italian lounge chairs from the 1970s are a playful and expressive example of postmodern design. Wi...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal, Chrome

Weiman Barrel Lounge Swivel Chair + Swivel Ottoman
Weiman Barrel Lounge Swivel Chair + Swivel Ottoman

Weiman Barrel Lounge Swivel Chair + Swivel Ottoman

By Weiman

Located in Dallas, TX

A stylish Vladimir Kagan-inspired Weiman barrel lounge swivel chair and ottoman from the 1980s, refinished by the Selby House in a resilient Yarn ...

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1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wool, Cotton

Joe Colombo for Comfort 'Elda' Lounge Chairs in Red Leather and Fiberglass
Joe Colombo for Comfort 'Elda' Lounge Chairs in Red Leather and Fiberglass

Joe Colombo for Comfort 'Elda' Lounge Chairs in Red Leather and Fiberglass

By Joe Colombo, Comfort, Italy

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Joe Colombo for Comfort, lounge chairs ‘Elda’, fiberglass, leather, Italy, design 1963 The ‘Elda’ chair is one of the most well-known designs of Italian designer Joe Colombo. This l...

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1960s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Fiberglass

Unique Sculptural Pair of Lounge Chairs in Metal and Red Leather, Italy 1960s
Unique Sculptural Pair of Lounge Chairs in Metal and Red Leather, Italy 1960s

Unique Sculptural Pair of Lounge Chairs in Metal and Red Leather, Italy 1960s

Located in Hellouw, NL

A bold architectural presence characterises this pair of vintage chairs, likely dating to the late 1960s or early 1970s. Sculptural and angular, they reflect the experimental energy ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

White Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low lounge chair ottoman
White Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low lounge chair ottoman

White Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low lounge chair ottoman

By Nicoletti Salotti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Cream white Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather lounge chair with ottoman. Very fun Beautiful pop art long leather chair and foot rest. Has unique back supports and legs up...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Adrian Pearsall Channeled Post Modern Slipper Chair in Ivory White Bouclé
Adrian Pearsall Channeled Post Modern Slipper Chair in Ivory White Bouclé

Adrian Pearsall Channeled Post Modern Slipper Chair in Ivory White Bouclé

By Comfort Designs, Inc., Adrian Pearsall

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Channeled and plush post modern chair designed by Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs, Inc. If you're seeking a chair to wind down and relax in - the sort you can sit in for hours and enjoy - this is it. Every inch of this slipper chair is soft, upholstered and well cushioned. A modern space odyssey look with a channeled seat...

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1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Bouclé

Italian Cubic Lounge Chair in Black Leather
Italian Cubic Lounge Chair in Black Leather

Italian Cubic Lounge Chair in Black Leather

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Lounge chair, leather, Italy, 1970s This striking lounge chair comes in a black leather upholstery that gives the room a vibrant and interesting touch. The design is further charact...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Cassina Maralunga Lounge Chair, Grey Leather by Vico Magistretti
Cassina Maralunga Lounge Chair, Grey Leather by Vico Magistretti

Cassina Maralunga Lounge Chair, Grey Leather by Vico Magistretti

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Toronto, CA

Legend has it that when Italian designer Vico Magistretti presented his Maralunga prototype to Cesare Cassina, the founder struck the back in frustration, causing it to collapse inwa...

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1970s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Marco Zanuso for Arflex  ‘Square’ Lounge Chair
Marco Zanuso for Arflex  ‘Square’ Lounge Chair

Marco Zanuso for Arflex ‘Square’ Lounge Chair

By Arflex, Marco Zanuso

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 'Square' lounge chair, fabric, metal, wood, Italy, 1962 This eccentric chair by Marco Zanuso is well-executed embodying a solid construction. Characteristic...

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1960s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Red & Black Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low lounge chair
Red & Black Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low lounge chair

Red & Black Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Leather Low lounge chair

By Nicoletti Salotti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Red and black Nicoletti Salotti Post Modern Italian Red Leather lounge chair. Very fun Beautiful pop art wide leather chair. Has unique back supports and legs upholstered in thick le...

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1980s Italian Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Pair of Sculptural Mid Century Post Modern Barrel Back Swivel Lounge Chairs
Pair of Sculptural Mid Century Post Modern Barrel Back Swivel Lounge Chairs

Pair of Sculptural Mid Century Post Modern Barrel Back Swivel Lounge Chairs

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A sculptural pair of swiveling lounge chairs circa 1980's. These very well made chairs feature a swiveling bases that return to their original position. The original fabric has a cou...

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1980s American Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Michael Wolk "Miami" Swivel Loung Chair on Casters
Michael Wolk "Miami" Swivel Loung Chair on Casters

Michael Wolk "Miami" Swivel Loung Chair on Casters

By Michael Wolk

Located in Miami, FL

Iconic Michael Wolk designed Miami lounge chair. The chair sits on five casters and maintains its original Eggplant upholstery which is in excellent condition for age and use. Whi...

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1990s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric

Niels Gammelgaard Jarpen Wire lounge Chair for Ikea, 1983
Niels Gammelgaard Jarpen Wire lounge Chair for Ikea, 1983

Niels Gammelgaard Jarpen Wire lounge Chair for Ikea, 1983

By Niels Gammelgaard

Located in Skokie, IL

This classic lounge chair or easy chair was designed by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea, and produced in 1983. The frame is made of white lacquered metal and comes with uncommon fabric se...

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1980s Swedish Vintage Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Post-modern lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Post-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 and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Post-Modern lounge chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lounge chairs, popular names associated with this style include Pepe Albargues, Royal Stranger, ATRA, and Arturo Verástegui. 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 $395 and tops out at $66,000 while the average work can sell for $4,029.