Russell Woodard Wrought Iron Chaise Loungers with Removable Service Table
By Russell Woodard
Located in Omaha, NE
An exceptional pair of Russell Woodard wrought iron chaise lounges featuring the iconic sculpted mesh design and floral crest detail.
Wrought Iron
Vintage MCM Wrought Iron Chaise Lounge After Russell Woodard
By Russell Woodard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your outdoor or indoor lounging experience with this stunning vintage mid-century modern wrought iron chaise lounge, crafted in the iconic style of Russell Woodard.
Wrought Iron
Vintage MCM Wrought Iron Canopy Chaise Lounge After Russel Woodard
By Russell Woodard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lounge in iconic Mid-Century Modern style with this vintage wrought iron chaise lounge, reminiscent of innovative designs by Russel Woodard. Crafted from durable wrought iron mesh, t...
Wrought Iron
Vintage Woodard Wrought Iron Garden Chaise Lounge Chair w/ Removable Footstool
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Russell Woodard Wrought Iron Garden Chaise Lounge Chair w/ Removable Footstool.
Wrought Iron
$11,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Vintage Wrought Iron Chaise Lounges Attributed to Russell Woodard, mid C to 1970
By Russell Woodard
Located in Nashua, NH
These chaise are made of high-quality wrought iron and metal making this set of vintage wrought iron chaise lounge chairs built to last and with stand any weather conditions.
Wrought Iron
Unusual double -wide Modernist Iron Chaise Lounge by Russell Woodard
By Russell Woodard
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual / Seldom seen Modernist oversized wrought iron chaise lounge featuring wide frame and wheels.
Wrought Iron
$1,920Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Russell Woodard Style Mesh Chaise Lounges
By Russell Woodard
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a pair of chaise lounges in the style of Russell Woodard. The backs are adjustable.
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Vintage MCM circa1956 Woodard Briarwood 21 piece iron garden set
By Russell Woodard, Russell Woodard
Located in Bristol, RI
This collection came from a Newport RI estate. It had been in storage for many yeats, showing very little wear. No rust . It was given a fresh coat of satin black paint. The set incl...
Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron
Woodard Wrought Iron Chaise Lounge, Michigan US, 1950
By Russell Woodard
Located in Chicago, IL
Woodard wrought iron chaise lounge chair from the 1950's. Adjustable reclining seat in the classic contoured diamond mesh design, apron and bonnet of seat back with signature "Chanti...
Wrought Iron
Rare Russell Woodard Wrought Iron Chaise Lounge or Daybed
By Russell Woodard
Located in St. Louis, MO
Five Russell Woodard wrought iron adjustable chaise loungers or daybeds, sold individually. Cushions are missing, but can be fabricated for additional cost. Original paint, so items ...
Wrought Iron
Wrought Iron Lounge Chaise for Two Designed by Russell Woodard
By Russell Woodard
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Newly powder-coated in black 1950s wrought iron lounge chaise for two designed by Russell Woodard.
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H 43.5 in W 33 in D 66 in
Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard Wrought Iron Patio Chaise Lounge Chair, Pair
By Russell Woodard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard wrought iron patio chaise lounge chairs.
Wrought Iron
A Pair of Vintage Woodard Sculptura Chaise Lounges
Located in Ferndale, MI
A matched pair of wrought iron mesh Sculptura collection chaise lounges by Russell Woodard with adjustable backrest.
Wrought Iron
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H 41 in W 25 in D 74 in
Wrought Iron Chaise Patio/Outdoor Lounger w/ Adjustable Back by Woodard, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of two Wrought Iron adjustable back rolling chaise Lounger with mesh seats in Green by Woodard. This set of 2 rolling loungers is heavily made with a wrought iron frame and steel...
Wrought Iron
2 Vintage Russel Woodard Patio Chaises
By Russell Woodard
Located in Pasadena, TX
2 vintage Russel Woodard patio chaises Rare pair of oversized wrought iron chaise lounges featuring wide frames and wheels Can be powder coating for an additional fee. Measur...
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Early Russell Woodard Sculptura Chaise Lounge, Pair
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
It's a lifestyle. For over 150 years, Woodard has manufactured some of the most distinctive and popular outdoor furniture in the world. Woodard is a Classic American company based i...
Wrought Iron
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H 34 in W 67 in D 26 in
Vintage Russell Woodard Sculptura Metal Mesh Wrought Iron Chaise Lounge Chair
By Russell Woodard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Russell Woodard sculptura metal mesh wrought iron chaise lounge chair.
Wrought Iron
Rare Russell Woodard Wrought Iron Daybed Chaise Lounge
By Russell Woodard
Located in St. Louis, MO
Rare Russell Woodard wrought iron daybed. Cushion is missing , but one can be fabricated for additional cost. Original paint, so item can be sandblasted, primed and painted for $275.
Wrought Iron
Woodard Style Wrought Iron Patio Chaise Lounge
By Russell Woodard
Located in Pasadena, TX
Woodard style wrought iron patio chaise lounge Vintage Woodard style wrought iron adjustable chaise lounge from Europe. Features adjustable backrest and wheels for movability. ...
Wrought Iron
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H 34.5 in W 25.5 in D 77 in
Russell Woodard Black "Sculptura" Reclining Chaise Lounge Chair, 1950s
By Russell Woodard
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Original American Mid Century Russell Woodard Black Sculptura Reclining Chaise Lounge. With five reclining positions. Restored. Like new. Adjustable. Classic. Comfort. For Indoor and...
Wrought Iron, Wire
1 Vintage Russell Woodard Patio Chaise
By Russell Woodard
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 Vintage Russell woodard patio chaise One oversized wrought iron chaise lounges featuring wide frames and wheels.
Wrought Iron
2 Vintage Russell Woodard Patio Chaises
By Russell Woodard
Located in Pasadena, TX
2 Vintage Russell Woodard patio chaises Rare pair of oversized wrought iron chaise lounges featuring wide frames and wheels.
Wrought Iron
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H 40 in W 30 in D 78 in
Pair of Early Russell Woodard Mid-Century Modern Sculptura Chaise Lounges
By Russell Woodard
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Originating in Owosso, Michigan, Woodard stands as a revered American brand, skillfully handcrafting furniture from robust iron and aluminum. This set of chaise lounges, showcasing t...
Wrought Iron
Russell Woodard Pinecrest Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Russell Woodard
Located in Rochester, NY
A large Pinecrest pattern large wrought iron lounge chair and matching ottoman (chaise longue) by Russell Woodard in lightly aged original beautiful robins' egg blue painted surface.
Wrought Iron
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H 19 in W 29 in D 72 in
Vintage wrought iron chaise lounge chairs by Woodard, flower and leaves pattern
By Russell Woodard
Located in San Jose, CA
SET of 2 vintage Chaise lounge chairs by Russell Woodard, with flower and leaves pattern, rare pieces made of wrought iron on wheels to move around easily and with multi-position ad...
Wrought Iron
Matched Pair of Sculptura Chaise Lounges by Russell Woodard
By Russell Woodard
Located in Hudson, NY
A pair of garden chaise lounges with wrought iron frames and woven steel mesh seats from Russell Woodard's sculptura collection, circa 1950s.
Woodard Wrought Iron Chaise Lounge, Michigan US, 1950
By Russell Woodard
Located in Chicago, IL
Woodard wrought iron chaise lounge chair from the 1950's. Adjustable reclining seat in the classic contoured diamond mesh design, apron and bonnet of seat back with signature "Chanti...
Wrought Iron
Pair of 1950's Sculptura Chaise Lounges by Russell Woodard
By Russell Woodard
Located in Hudson, NY
A pair of garden adjustable chaise lounges with wrought iron frames and woven steel mesh seats from Russell Woodard's sculptura collection, circa 1950s.
Wrought Iron
French Patio Wrought Iron Chaise Longue
Located in Sheffield, MA
The undulating black patio metal garden chaise loungeis relatively light weight for easy movability. The seat peaks where the knee bends making it extremely comfortable. The mesh cou...
Wrought Iron
$1,800
H 22.38 in W 68.69 in D 27.55 in
Adjustable Chaise Lounge with Wheels, Garden furniture. Indoor & Outdoor
Located in Miami, FL
Timeless design elements and smooth styling make the Forge collection a must for those with a taste for classic decor. Offered in your choice of enduring finishes and fabulous fabric...
Wrought Iron
Outdoor Reclining Chaise with Metal Foliate Motif
By John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Very nice example of outdoor, poolside, or patio furniture, reclining chaise with four backrest positions. The metal frame has incised bark detail, and the leaves and flowers also ha...
Metal
Salterini Style Wrought Iron Chaise Longues
Located in Sheffield, MA
The black wrought iron patio or porch garden metal garden chaise longues has two wheels for easy moveability and four positions for the back. The sides are decorated with leaves and ...
Wrought Iron
Pair of 1940s Salterini Wrought Iron Chaise Lounges
By John Salterini
Located in Stamford, CT
This is a pair of Hollywood Regency mid 20th century wrought iron chaise lounges designed and manufactured in the USA by the legendary John Salterini. John B. Salterini Company wrou...
Wrought Iron
$595
H 37 in W 28.5 in D 68 in
Vintage Wrought Iron Flower Pattern Adjustable Garden Patio Chaise Lounge Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Wrought Iron Flower Pattern Adjustable Garden Patio Chaise Lounge Chair. Circa Late 20th to Early 21st Century. Measurements: 37" H x 28.5" W x 68" D x 17" Seat Height x 25"A...
Wrought Iron
$1,200
H 34.5 in W 24.5 in D 72 in
Vintage Art Deco Garden Patio Poolside Chaise Lounge by Molla c. 1930s
By Molla
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated, voguish, Art Deco, Hollywood Regency style garden, patio, poolside chaise lounge attributed to Molla c 1930's. The arms are of stylized cast aluminum, the back is adju...
Metal, Aluminum
Mid Century Modern Woodard Scupltura Mesh Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chair
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid Century Modern Woodard Scupltura Mesh Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chair Offered is a Mid Century Modern Woodard Scupltura Mesh Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chair. This chair is in overall go...
Metal
Woodard Style Wrought Iron Patio Chaise Lounge
Located in Pasadena, TX
Woodard style wrought iron patio chaise lounge Vintage Woodard style wrought iron adjustable chaise lounge. Features adjustable backrest and wheels for movability. Measurements...
Wrought Iron
$704Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 24 in D 60 in
Black Wrought Iron Chaise Lounge w/ Rose & Leaf Pattern Woodard Style
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a great quality and wonderfully decorative black wrought iron chaise lounge with rose and leaf decorations on top of the back and on the sides, having the quality of Woodard,...
Wrought Iron
$416Sale Price|20% Off
H 22 in W 30 in D 79 in
Hunter Green Wrought Iron Chaise Lounge w/ Floral Pattern Patio Outdoor
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a great looking wrought iron chaise lounge all ready for your yard or patio with a flat but nice floral pattern on the top of the back and the top of the arms. The neutral hu...
Wrought Iron
$11,500 / set
H 36 in W 60 in D 30 in
1930 Art Deco Francois Carré Neoclassical Style Iron Loungers, Chairs and Tables
By Francois Carre
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This ultra rare 1940s French Art Deco Francois Carré style wrought iron rising sun full garden suite. • The design by Francois Carré in 1866, features a distinctive sunburst or "pinw...
Iron
$2,200
H 36 in W 76 in D 25 in
Russel Woodard Mesh Body Adjustable Back Chaise Lounge on Wheels 1960s MINT
By Russell Woodard, Harry Bertoia
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Russel Woodard Mesh Body Adjustable Back Chaise Lounge on Wheels 1960s MINT
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Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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