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Rare Lounge Chair by René Gabriel (attributed)
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare lounge chair attributed to René Gabriel. Located in NY.
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Vintage 1950s French Lounge Chairs

Rare lounge chair by Percival Lafer, Brazil 1970s.
By Percival Lafer
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Rare lounge chair by Percival Lafer, Brazil 1970s. Tropical hardwood frame and thick leatherette
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Hardwood

Tino De Silva, Rare Lounge Chairs, Cherrywood, Fabric, Italy, c. 1962
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of rare lounge chairs / armchairs. Designed by Tino De Silva, Italy, c. 1962. In finely
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

Ejner Larsen, Axel Bender Madsen, Rare Lounge Chair, Teak, Leather, 1951 Denmark
By Willy Beck, Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in High Point, NC
A rare lounge chair designed by Ejner Larsen & Axel Bender Madsen, in a very rare execution with
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Vintage 1950s American Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Rare Lounge Chair by Ico Parisi for Mim Roma, 50s Italy
By MIM Roma, Ico Parisi
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Rare lounge chair by Ico Parisi for MIM Roma (Mobili Italiani Moderni), 50s Italy. Rosewood shell
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Rare lounge chair with ottoman & coffee table, 1970
Located in Amstelveen, NL
Very rare lounge chair in Space Age design with its ottoman. To make it even more rarer there is a
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Plywood

Rare Lounge Chairs by Tjerk Reijenga and Friso Kramer for Pilastro, 1960s
By Friso Kramer, Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga
Located in Schagen, NL
Rare Lounge chairs designed by Tjerk Reijenga and Friso Kramer for Pilastro in 1965. The chair
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Rare lounge chair, Artelano and Samuel Coriat, France, Circa 1986
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare lounge chair in black leather and black lacquered metal, with tilt adjustment system using a
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Late 20th Century French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Clara Porset Rare Lounge Chairs, 1950's
By Clara Porset
Located in Uccle, BE
Model created circa 1950 Measures: H: 79 x W 70 x D 69 cm This chair model is part of the selection of
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Clara Porset Rare Lounge Chairs, 1950's
Clara Porset Rare Lounge Chairs, 1950's
H 31.11 in W 27.56 in D 27.17 in
Very Rare Lounge Chair by Preben Fabricius
By Preben Fabricius
Located in Munich, DE
All original and good condition. A very rare collectors piece.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Very Rare Lounge Chair by Preben Fabricius
Very Rare Lounge Chair by Preben Fabricius
H 34.26 in W 30.71 in D 29.53 in
George Nelson, Rare Lounge Chair, Fabric, USA, 1940s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in High Point, NC
A rare wood and beige grey bouclé fabric model 4688 lounge chair designed by George Nelson and
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Rare Lounge Chairs by Javier Carvajal for BIOSCA
By BIOSCA, Javier Carvajal
Located in Münster, DE
Extremely rare and minimalist lounge chairs, designed by spanish architect Javier Carvajal. These
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Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Straw, Wood

Rare Lounge Chairs by Javier Carvajal for BIOSCA
Rare Lounge Chairs by Javier Carvajal for BIOSCA
H 24.41 in W 18.12 in D 23.63 in
Outstanding, Rare Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1950s, For Reupholstery
By Gio Ponti, Carlo Mollino, Ico Parisi
Located in London, GB
An extraordinary, rare pair of Italian 1950s armchairs. Structurally sound, but the original
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Novo Rumo - very rare Lounge Chair with Ottoman, 1970s
By Novo Rumo
Located in Immenstaad am Bodensee, DE
heritage. This unique and very rare piece was designed and produced in very small numbers in the 1970s and
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Ralph Rapson, Rare Lounge Chairs, Maple, Cotton, Brass, USA, 1945
By Ralph Rapson, Knoll
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of rare maple, light orange cotton webbing and brass "Greenbelt" lounge designed by Ralph
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Rare Lounge Chair by Groep & for Goed Wonen, Netherlands 1946
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A very rare chair, model A-20, designed by Groep & for Goed Wonen in the Netherlands in 1946. This
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Marco Zanuso, Rare Lounge Chairs, Beech, Leather, Brass, Velvet, Italy, 1960s
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of rare beech, leather, brass, and green / white velvet lounge chairs designed by Marco
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Rare Lounge Chair by Bengt Ruda for Artifort, The Netherlands 1960s
By Bengt Ruda
Located in Utrecht, NL
This cosy mid-century lounge chair by Bengt Ruda is one of the designer’s rarest designs. The
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin, Wood

Mario Bellini, Rare Lounge Chairs, Beech, Vinyl, La Rinascente, Italy, c. 1960
By Mario Bellini, La Rinascente
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of rare beech and vinyl lounge chairs designed by Mario Bellini and produced by La
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech

Vladimir Kagan, Rare Lounge Chair, Walnut, White Fabric, Kagan Designs C. 1950
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in High Point, NC
A rare lounge lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan for his own firm Vladimir Kagans Design
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Walnut

Emiel Veranneman Pair of Rare Lounge Chairs in Cherry and Blue Upholstery
By Emiel Veranneman
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Emiel Veranneman, pair of lounge chairs model 'La chaise', cherry, fabric, Belgium, design 1952
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

Carlo De Carli, Rare Lounge Chairs, Brass, Bouclé, Singer & Sons, America, 1950s
By Carlo De Carli, M. Singer & Sons
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of white bouclé and brass lounge chairs designed by Carlo De Carli and produced by Singer
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Very Rare Lounge Chair and Ultra Rare Stool
By Asko
Located in Munich, DE
By Aulis Leinonen for Asko. For re-upholstery.
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather

Very Rare Lounge Chair and Ultra Rare Stool
Very Rare Lounge Chair and Ultra Rare Stool
H 37.8 in W 30.32 in D 31.5 in
Angel Pazmino Leather Rare Lounge Chairs for Muebles de Estilo, Set of 2
By Muebles De Estilo
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This lounge chair was designed by Angel Pazmino. It was produced by Muebles de Estilo. This
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Mid-20th Century Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of three rare lounge chairs by Cho Kiang Ie and Theo Ruth for Artifort
By Artifort, Kho Liang Ie, Theo Ruth
Located in ECHT, NL
for only a very short period (1958 - 1961). Important chairs designed by Theo Ruth (head design of
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Minimalist Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Lounge Chair by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare lounge chair designed by Paul McCobb for Directional.
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Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Lounge Chair by Paul McCobb
Lounge Chair by Paul McCobb
H 29.5 in W 26.5 in D 34 in
Rare Lounge Chair by Fritz Hansen, Made in Denmark, 1940s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Lounge chair in lacquered beech and seagrass designed and made by cabinetmaker Fritz Hansen 1940s.
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Wingback Chairs

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Seagrass, Beech

Lounge Chair in Rattan, Teak and Metal
Located in Goteborg, SE
Elegant and rare lounge chair in rattan, teak and metal.
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Lounge Chair in Rattan, Teak and Metal
Lounge Chair in Rattan, Teak and Metal
H 41.74 in W 26.78 in D 31.5 in
Marcel Breuer Lounge Chair Produced by Isokon
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare lounge chair designed by Marcel Breuer. Produced by Isokon in England.
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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Beech

Marcel Breuer Lounge Chair Produced by Isokon
Marcel Breuer Lounge Chair Produced by Isokon
H 33.08 in W 24.02 in D 51.97 in
Milo Baughman Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare lounge chair and ottoman on casters designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin.
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Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde

Rare Pair of James Mont Mid-Century Lounge Chairs
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite pair of rare lounge chairs by James Mont. The wide framed chairs have been fully
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Modern Leather Lounge Chair "Canestrari" by Vittorio Varo, Italy, 1970s
Located in Milan, IT
Rare lounge chair by Vittorio Varo Large leather covered cushion supported by metal frame.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Svante Skogh Lounge Chair Produced by Engen Möbler in Sweden
By Svante Skogh
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare lounge chair designed by Svante Skogh. Produced by Engen Möbler in Sweden.
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Beech

Jens Risom Large Lounge Chair
By Jens Risom
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare lounge chair designed by Jens Risom for Risom Designs, Inc. Beautifully restored with
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Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

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Walnut

Jens Risom Large Lounge Chair
Jens Risom Large Lounge Chair
H 41.5 in W 36 in D 36 in
Arne Tidemand-Ruud Lounge Chair Model Holmenkollen by Norcraft in Norway
By Arne Tidemand Ruud
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare lounge chair model Holmenkollen designed by Arne Tidemand-Ruud. Produced by Norcraft in Norway.
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Helge Vestergaard-Jensen Lounge Chair by Cabinetmaker Peder Pedersen in Denmark
By Helge Vestergaard-Jensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare lounge chair designed by Helge Vestergaard-Jensen. Produced by cabinetmaker Peder
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Nylon, Cord, Oak

Arne Tidemand-Ruud Lounge Chairs Model 'Holmenkollen' Produced by Norcraft
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare lounge chairs model 'Holmenkollen' designed by Arne Tidemand-Ruud. Produced by Norcraft in
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Vintage Modernist Lounge Chairs by Erik Karlén, Sweden, 1940s
By Firma Rumsinteriör
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of rare lounge chairs by Eric Karlén with bold lines. Upholstered with linen and elegant
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Linen, Wood

Rare 'Buck' Chair in Pine by Hans J. Wegner, 1959.
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare lounge chair in patinated pine and canvas. Designed by Hans J. Wegner M.A.A for Johannes
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Teak

Pair of Dunbar Lounge Chairs Model 609 by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of rare lounge chairs model 609 designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Original leather-like
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Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Ash

Swiveling Mid-Century Lounge Chairs "Brasilia" by Edition Schmieder, 1960s
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Very rare lounge chair by Edition Schmieder from the 1960s. Wooden frame and elaborate diamond
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Velvet

Carlo de Carli Model 802 Lounge Chair for Singer and Sons
By Carlo De Carli
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare lounge chair model 802 designed by Carlo de Carli for Singer and Sons. Fully restored and
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Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Lounge Chair by Carl Gustav Hiort af Ornäs, 1950s
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Lounge chair by Carl Gustav Hiort af Ornäs, 1950s Rare lounge chair model Trienna by Carl-Gustav
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Bauhaus style Lounge Chair, 1980s
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Very rare lounge chair which was produced in late 1980s by Stol Kamnik. Its modern look is still
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Vintage 1980s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Bauhaus style Lounge Chair, 1980s
Bauhaus style Lounge Chair, 1980s
H 31.5 in W 27.56 in D 31.11 in
Swedish Modern lounge chair by Erik Karlén for Firma Rumsinteriör, Sweden, 1940s
By Eric Karlén, Firma Rumsinteriör
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Very rare lounge chair designed by Erik Bertil Karlén for Firma Rumsinteriör, Sweden, 1940s
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Sheepskin, Elm

Lou Hodges Lounge Chair
By Lou Hodges
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Rare lounge chair designed by Lou Hodges for California Design Group in the 1970s. Cantilever
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Late 20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs

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Linen, Upholstery, Oak

Lou Hodges Lounge Chair
Lou Hodges Lounge Chair
H 29.5 in W 26 in D 33.25 in
Dieter Rams for Vitsoe high back lounge chair, model rz60, Germany 1960's
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Very rare lounge chair designed by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe. We do not see this high back version a
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Open-Arm Ebonized Lounge Chair by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, this rare lounge chair, model 4774, features an open
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Birch

Pair of Hans J. Wegner Lounge Chairs Mod. JH719 for Johannes Hansen Denmark 1968
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Berlin, DE
. These rare lounge chairs come in excellent restored condition with loose seat and neck cushions
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20th Century Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Beech

Lounge Chair in Metal and Sheepskin by Hans Wegner, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare lounge chair / flag halyard chair designed by Hans Wegner Produced by GETAMA in Denmark
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin

Rare Danish Saw-Bench Easy Chair in Oak by Arne Wahl Iversen for Sorø, 1957
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This rare lounge chair - model number 289 - was designed by Danish designer Arne Wahl Iversen in
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wool, Oak

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Pacific Iron
By Pacific Iron, Milo Baughman
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of rare lounge chairs by Milo Baughman. Features a black iron frame. Manufactured by Pacific
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Danish Modern Lounge Chair in Patinated Oak & Black Leather by Hans Olsen, 1950s
By Hans Olsen
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful and rare lounge chair designed in the early 1950s by Danish designer Hans Olsen and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Koene Oberman for Gelderland Lounge Chair in Leather, The Netherlands 1954
By Gelderland
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare lounge chair designed by Koene Oberman, the founder of Gelderland. This chair is the edition
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Bruno Mathsson Mid Century Lounge Chair "Model 36" Produced in Sweden, 1940s
By Firma Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare lounge chair model " Vilstol 36" designed by Bruno Mathsson and produced by Firma Karl
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Beech, Paper

Rare Fabricius & Kastholm, FK82/ X-Chair, Kill International, Mid-Century Modern
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius, Alfred Kill International
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare lounge chair in steel, black leather and arms wrapped with brown leather cord. Designed by
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Outstanding Big, Rare and Important Largo Lounge Chair
By Kusch+Co, Jørgen Kastholm
Located in Munich, DE
We are very proud to offer this outstanding rare lounge chair by jørgen kastholm. In more than 20
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Vintage 1980s German Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Lounge Chair in Oak and Sheepskin by Hans Wegner, circa 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
: Oak, flagline, sheepskin Style: midcentury, Scandinavia Very Rare Lounge Chair Model GE-2 Produced
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Oak

The Phoenix chair designed by HJELLEGJERDE Group of Norway
By Hjellegjerde AS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An incredibly comfortable, stylish & rare lounge chair! Genuine leather seat can easily be removed
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Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Scandinavian Lounge Chairs "755" by Svante Skogh for Ope Möbler, Sweden
By OPE Möbler, Svante Skogh
Located in Karlstad, SE
Rare lounge chairs "Fåtölj nr 755" by Svante Skogh for Olof Persons Fåtöljindustri. Designed at the
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Beech

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Rare Lounge Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the rare lounge chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A rare lounge chair — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer rare lounge chair, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each rare lounge chair bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one rare lounge chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames and Milo Baughman produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Rare Lounge Chair?

Prices for a rare lounge chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $98,500, while the average can fetch as much as $6,190.

Finding the Right lounge-chairs for You

While this specific seating is known to all for its comfort and familiar form, the history of how your favorite antique or vintage lounge chair came to be is slightly more ambiguous.

Although there are rare armchairs dating back as far as the 17th century, some believe that the origins of the first official “lounge chair” are tied to Hungarian modernist designer-architect Marcel Breuer. Sure, Breuer wasn’t exactly reinventing the wheel when he introduced the Wassily lounge chair in 1925, but his seat was indeed revolutionary for its integration of bent tubular steel.

Officially, a lounge chair is simply defined as a “comfortable armchair,” which allows for the shape and material of the furnishings to be extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.

The Eames lounge chair, on the other hand, has come to define somewhat of a universal perception of what a lounge chair can be. Introduced in 1956, the Eames lounger (and its partner in cozy, the ottoman) quickly became staples in television shows, prestigious office buildings and sumptuous living rooms. Venerable American mid-century modern designers Charles and Ray Eames intended for it to be the peak of luxury, which they knew meant taking furniture to the next level of style and comfort. Their chair inspired many modern interpretations of the lounge — as well as numerous copies.

On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers.

Questions About Rare Lounge Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024
    A lounge chair is a type of recliner that is often accompanied by an ottoman as a footrest. It’s merely a comfortable armchair, and the shapes of lounge chairs as well as the materials used to make this kind of seat are extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.

    Similar to recliners, there are many styles of lounge chairs. On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A sling lounge chair is a chair formed of metal or wooden frame to which a piece of flexible material is loosely fitted. It is used to relax while the sitter remains engaged in an activity such as reading a book or having a conversation. Find a variety of vintage and antique sling lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Whether lounge chairs are comfortable or not is a matter of personal opinion. However, providing a comfortable place to sit is the main function of a lounge chair. After all, the addition of the footrest makes it possible to kick up your feet and relax. Many makers design lounge chairs with comfort in mind, adding features like cushioning and/or ergonomic backrests and seats. Explore a wide variety of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A chaise longue chair — or “chaise lounge,” as it is sometimes called in America — is a reclining upholstered sofa that is long enough to support one's legs. A comfortable common ground between sofas and daybeds, early iterations of chaise longues were discovered in Ancient Egypt and were later frequently used in both Greece and Rome. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chaise lounge chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a variety of names that a lounge chair can be called, like chaise, daybed and settee to name a few. Lounge chairs add a classic touch to any décor. You can shop a collection of lounge chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Not allowing for deviation, a lounge chair is defined as an armless recliner that is paired with an ottoman and designed for relaxing. It is not a reclining chair and it is not an armchair. This is an interesting category where it’s more about the purpose of the chair than the actual design when you get down to it. Shop a collection of lounge chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Opinions vary about what the most comfortable lounge chair in the world is. Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to seating. Generally, lounge chairs that feature cushioning and have ergonomic designs that fit the curves of the human body are comfortable options. One iconic example is the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, which its creators, Charles and Ray Eames, designed to serve as "a special refuge from the strains of modern living." On 1stDibs, find a large collection of lounge chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Although opinions may vary, the most famous lounge chair in the world is arguably the Eames lounge chair. Charles and Ray Eames designed the chair and unveiled it in 1956. The couple famously called their lounge chair and ottoman "a special refuge from the strains of modern living” and described their design as having the "warm receptive look of a well-used first baseman’s mitt." Its design includes a bentwood frame and an upholstered shape topped off with supple leather. Find vintage Eames lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A fancy lounge chair is sometimes called a chaise lounge. This type of chair has an elongated shape that supports the sitters legs as well as their upper bodies. The name is French and translates to "long chair." On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chaise lounges from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    An indoor lounge chair is sometimes called a chaise longue. However, some people refer to chairs that allow you to elevate your feet while you sit as "lounge chairs," regardless of whether they are indoors or outdoors. Chaise longues differ from recliners, which have moving footrests that can be raised and lowered. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage lounge chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Bedroom lounge chairs are sometimes called chaise longues. The name is French for “long chair” and generally refers to a chair with the length of a sofa and the shape of a chair. It's also acceptable to refer to them simply as lounge chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lounge chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    What a Victorian lounge chair is called depends on its style. A piece that is long and narrow and has a raised headrest on one end and a lower backrest on the other is a fainting couch. Upholstered chairs that have long, extended seats meant for reclining are chaise longues. Find a collection of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the Eames lounge chair is ergonomic. The Eames lounge chair and ottoman are created with molded plywood and leather designed to curve to the human form. The Eames lounge chair is a highly coveted furniture item by both home décor enthusiasts and vintage collectors alike. Shop a selection of Eames lounge chairs on reputable sites, such as 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In order to repair a Bertoia lounge chair, it is recommended to take your furniture to a licensed, experienced repair shop to avoid damaging your Bertoia further. The Knoll website also has tips and tricks for general maintenance. Shop a collection of properly vetted Bertoia chairs from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, you can use a lounge chair in a living room. In fact, the chairs are especially well-suited to use in living rooms. After all, the purpose of a lounge chair is to allow you to lean back and relax, and many people retire to their living rooms to unwind at the end of the day. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage lounge chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Many people call a lounge chair for the living room a chaise longue, meaning "long chair” in French. It's also perfectly acceptable to call a living room chair a lounge chair, as the term doesn't only apply to outdoor furniture. Find a wide variety of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best Eames lounge chair reproduction is really a matter of preference. Herman Miller and Vitra currently manufacture the Eames lounge chair and ottoman. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage Eames lounge chairs as well as a collection of other seating designed by Charles and Ray Eames.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Eames LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) is made with plywood and designed to mold to the human body and provide the utmost comfort. The chair is not upholstered because it’s already comfortable. Rubber shock mounts are glued to the chair to create a seamless look without the use of bolts and screws. Shop a selection of Eames LCW chairs on 1stDibs.