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Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

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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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Ralph Lauren Bohemian Chrome & Silk Wool Blend Leather Cantilever Lounge Chair
Ralph Lauren Bohemian Chrome & Silk Wool Blend Leather Cantilever Lounge Chair

Ralph Lauren Bohemian Chrome & Silk Wool Blend Leather Cantilever Lounge Chair

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Ralph Lauren

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Made in ths USA, this chair is an over-the-top take on the Mies van der Rohe flat-bar BRNO chair. With expanded proportions and radical upholstry, it presents as the perfect statemen...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Pendant Rattan Chair ‘Eureka’ by Giovanni Travasa, Bonacina, Italy, 1950s
Pendant Rattan Chair ‘Eureka’ by Giovanni Travasa, Bonacina, Italy, 1950s

Pendant Rattan Chair ‘Eureka’ by Giovanni Travasa, Bonacina, Italy, 1950s

By Artek, Bonacina

Located in Karis, Nyland

A sculptural hanging chair in woven rattan, designed by Giovanni Travasa and produced by Vittorio Bonacina in Italy during the 1950s. Model ‘Eureka’ features an oval, cocoon-like for...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Italian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Walnut, Italy, 1930s
Italian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Walnut, Italy, 1930s

Italian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Walnut, Italy, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of moulded walnut lounge chairs designed and produced in Italy, c. 1930s. Minor evidence of wear with mild scuffing throughout. One chair at slightly lower angle. Overall D...

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1930s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Walnut

Dieter Rams Lounge Chair and Ottoman Model 602 by Vitsoe for Restoration
Dieter Rams Lounge Chair and Ottoman Model 602 by Vitsoe for Restoration

Dieter Rams Lounge Chair and Ottoman Model 602 by Vitsoe for Restoration

By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe

Located in München, BY

Very elegant Dieter Rams Lounge Chair with high backrest and Ottoman of the RZ 60 601/602 armchair range. This Model 602 was designed in 1961 and executed by Vitsoe. Chair and ottoma...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Bruno Mathsson Pair of Eva Lounge Chairs of Beech with Natural Webbing 1970s
Bruno Mathsson Pair of Eva Lounge Chairs of Beech with Natural Webbing 1970s

Bruno Mathsson Pair of Eva Lounge Chairs of Beech with Natural Webbing 1970s

By Bruno Mathsson, Dux of Sweden

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

A pair of Scandinavian modern easy chairs and lounge chairs model Eva low version manufactured by Dux of Sweden. Designed by architect and designer Bruno Mathsson in the 1940s The ...

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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Beech

1970s Gerard van den Berg Rattan Swivel Chair, High Back, Canvas Cushion
1970s Gerard van den Berg Rattan Swivel Chair, High Back, Canvas Cushion

1970s Gerard van den Berg Rattan Swivel Chair, High Back, Canvas Cushion

By Gerard Van Den Berg

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gerard van den Berg designed this dramatic high-back swivel chair during the 1970s when Dutch designers explored organic forms and natural materials. The extensive woven rattan const...

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1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Carl Malmsten ‘Vår Fru’ Easy Chair by O.H. Sjögren, Sweden
Carl Malmsten ‘Vår Fru’ Easy Chair by O.H. Sjögren, Sweden

Carl Malmsten ‘Vår Fru’ Easy Chair by O.H. Sjögren, Sweden

Located in Hammarö, SE

Designed by Carl Malmsten, the ‘Vår Fru’ easy chair is one of the designer’s most celebrated and enduring creations. Originally introduced in the mid-20th century, the model embodies...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Textile, Walnut

Set of Mid-Century Pulkka Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko
Set of Mid-Century Pulkka Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko

Set of Mid-Century Pulkka Lounge Chair with Ottoman, Ilmari Lappalainen, Asko

By Ilmari Lappalainen

Located in Hamburg, DE

Lounge chair with ottoman from the finnish manufacturer asko after a design by ilmari lappalainen from the 1960s. A simple and functional design. It consists of two parts, the frame...

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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Textile, Wood

Gio Ponti for Poltrona Frau Lounge Chair 'Dezza' in Light Blue Leather
Gio Ponti for Poltrona Frau Lounge Chair 'Dezza' in Light Blue Leather

Gio Ponti for Poltrona Frau Lounge Chair 'Dezza' in Light Blue Leather

By Gio Ponti, Poltrona Frau

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Gio Ponti for Poltrona Frau, lounge chair model ´Dezza´ nr. 48, leather, lacquered beech, metal, Italy, 1965. Stylish lounge chair designed by Gio Ponti for Poltrona Frau. This cha...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Set of two H. J. Wegner Papa Bear Chairs with Grey Hallingdal Upholstery, 1960s
Set of two H. J. Wegner Papa Bear Chairs with Grey Hallingdal Upholstery, 1960s

Set of two H. J. Wegner Papa Bear Chairs with Grey Hallingdal Upholstery, 1960s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Here is a stunning set of two vintage Papa bear chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007). Wegner´s unique sense of design is expressed in these sculptural chairs. The "nails" ...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak, Beech

Rare Pair of Flemming Lassen Highback Lounge Chairs Denmark 1940's
Rare Pair of Flemming Lassen Highback Lounge Chairs Denmark 1940's

Rare Pair of Flemming Lassen Highback Lounge Chairs Denmark 1940's

By Flemming Lassen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Beautiful Flemming Lassen attributed high back lounge chair made, circa 1940. This iconic lounge chair is probably one of the most perfect high backs ever designed. Perfect statement...

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1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Beech

Franco Albini (attr) High Back Bamboo Lounge Chair
Franco Albini (attr) High Back Bamboo Lounge Chair

Franco Albini (attr) High Back Bamboo Lounge Chair

By Franco Albini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lovely Italian Mid-Century, hand woven, high back bamboo lounge chair. Attributed to the highly influential, acclaimed Franco Albini. Made entirely from masterfully bent bamboo with ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Bamboo

Erberto Carboni 'Delfino' Lounge Chair and Ottoman for Arflex
Erberto Carboni 'Delfino' Lounge Chair and Ottoman for Arflex

Erberto Carboni 'Delfino' Lounge Chair and Ottoman for Arflex

By Arflex, Erberto Carboni

Located in Tilburg, NL

Erberto Carboni 'Delfino' Lounge Chair + Ottoman 1954 for Arflex, Italy. New, Current production. Delfino armchair by Erberto Carboni is a significant example of the so-called "orga...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Pair Mid-Century Modern Bauhaus Wassily Chairs by Gavina Design by Breuer C1969
Pair Mid-Century Modern Bauhaus Wassily Chairs by Gavina Design by Breuer C1969

Pair Mid-Century Modern Bauhaus Wassily Chairs by Gavina Design by Breuer C1969

By Gavina, Marcel Breuer

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fantastic pair of Marcel Breuer designed Wassilly Chairs by Gavina of Italy C1969. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear, one little dot of a stain on a seat. Possibly wil...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Vintage Brutalist Razorblade Oak Lounge Chairs, Henning Kjærnulf Denmark, 1960s
Vintage Brutalist Razorblade Oak Lounge Chairs, Henning Kjærnulf Denmark, 1960s

Vintage Brutalist Razorblade Oak Lounge Chairs, Henning Kjærnulf Denmark, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

This pair of vintage lounge chairs, Made by the Danish designer Henning Kjærnulf, embodies a rustic yet refined brutalist aesthetic that speaks to the heart of mid-century Scandinavi...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Oak

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Slipper Chair
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Slipper Chair

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Slipper Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Oak-Stained Teak Wood, New Tweed Fabric ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Oak, Teak

Space Age Rodica Lounge Chair & Ottoman Mario Brunu for Comfort 1968
Space Age Rodica Lounge Chair & Ottoman Mario Brunu for Comfort 1968

Space Age Rodica Lounge Chair & Ottoman Mario Brunu for Comfort 1968

By Mario Brunu

Located in Lake Worth, FL

The Space Age "Rodica" Lounge Chair and Ottoman designed by Mario Brunu in 1968 are vintage collectibles that exude futuristic glam. Made in Italy, these pieces showcase a unique ble...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Naugahyde, Fiberglass

Scandinavian Modern Brown Leather Siesta Low Safari Lounge Chair Westnofa
Scandinavian Modern Brown Leather Siesta Low Safari Lounge Chair Westnofa

Scandinavian Modern Brown Leather Siesta Low Safari Lounge Chair Westnofa

By Westnofa Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Westnofa Norwegian modern Low Siesta Safari chair designed by Ingmar Relling. Beech Wooden frames, beautiful Medium Brown leather cushions. Bentwood frames and cloth sling backing. W...

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1970s Norwegian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Canvas, Beech

Elegant Barrel Accent Chair with Fringe Skirt & Optional Swivel Base
Elegant Barrel Accent Chair with Fringe Skirt & Optional Swivel Base

Elegant Barrel Accent Chair with Fringe Skirt & Optional Swivel Base

Located in New York, NY

This barrel chair offers a sophisticated blend of form and texture, ideal for discerning design schemes. Its curved silhouette in premium beige velvet features elegant vertical chann...

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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Trimming

Guillerme & Chambron Lounge Chair with Storage in Oak and Leather
Guillerme & Chambron Lounge Chair with Storage in Oak and Leather

Guillerme & Chambron Lounge Chair with Storage in Oak and Leather

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, lounge chair and cabinet, oak, leather, France, 1960s This is a remarkable piece of furniture by Guillerme et Chambron. The whole construction is based on a seating area and a unique, custom-made cabinet. The armrest is beautifully shaped and contains an engraved...

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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Oak

A. Brandt Ranch Oak, Lounge Chairs, Mohair, Oak, USA, 1950s
A. Brandt Ranch Oak, Lounge Chairs, Mohair, Oak, USA, 1950s

A. Brandt Ranch Oak, Lounge Chairs, Mohair, Oak, USA, 1950s

By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of oak and beige mohair lounge chair designed and produced by A. Brandt Ranch Oak, USA, 1950s. Wear to wood frame consistent with age and use, including minor natural wood cr...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Mohair, Oak

Set of Two Montreux Armchairs in Retro-Style In Custom High Performance Velvet
Set of Two Montreux Armchairs in Retro-Style In Custom High Performance Velvet

Set of Two Montreux Armchairs in Retro-Style In Custom High Performance Velvet

Located in New York, NY

This set of two Montreux armchairs brings retro-inspired elegance to life through soft sculptural lines and enveloping comfort. Upholstered in a sumptuous chocolate velvet, the chair...

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2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Argentine Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Argentina, 1950s
Argentine Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Argentina, 1950s

Argentine Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Argentina, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of wood and white fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Refinished and reupholstered in recent history. Overal...

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1950s Argentine Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Expertly Restored -Adrian Pearsall Model 843-C Lounge Chair for Craft Associates
Expertly Restored -Adrian Pearsall Model 843-C Lounge Chair for Craft Associates

Expertly Restored -Adrian Pearsall Model 843-C Lounge Chair for Craft Associates

By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Walnut Wood, New Boucle Tweed, New High-Density Foam, New Pirelli Webbing ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Reclining Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Milo Baughman
Mid-Century Modern Reclining Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Milo Baughman

Mid-Century Modern Reclining Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Milo Baughman

By James Inc., Milo Baughman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dimensions 39in H x 29in W x 33in D Seat Height 17in Ottoman 14in H x 22.50in W x 22.50in D Materials Walnut Wood, New Tweed Fabric, New High-Density Foam ____________________ Tra...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Foam, Walnut, Fabric, Wood

Erberto Carboni 'Delfino' Lounge Chair for Arflex 1954
Erberto Carboni 'Delfino' Lounge Chair for Arflex 1954

Erberto Carboni 'Delfino' Lounge Chair for Arflex 1954

By Erberto Carboni, Arflex

Located in Tilburg, NL

Erberto Carboni 'Delfino' Lounge Chair designed in 1954 for Arflex, Italy. New, Current production. Delfino armchair by Erberto Carboni is a significant example of the so-called "or...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Armchair in Solid Wood and Neutral Cushions
Armchair in Solid Wood and Neutral Cushions

Armchair in Solid Wood and Neutral Cushions

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Armchair, beech, fabric, Europe, 1950s This sophisticated armchair embodies timeless elegance, crafted in the 1950s with attention to detail. Made from warm-toned beech wood, it's g...

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1950s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Beech

Set of Two Mid Century Blue Velvet Vintage Armchairs, Walnut Wood, Europe, 1960s
Set of Two Mid Century Blue Velvet Vintage Armchairs, Walnut Wood, Europe, 1960s

Set of Two Mid Century Blue Velvet Vintage Armchairs, Walnut Wood, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A wonderful armchair made in the 1960s in Poland. Stabile design of the furniture and a comfortable seat. Furniture after full upholstery renovation, refreshed woodwork. The whole is...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Textile, Beech

Vintage Solid Oak Danish Brutalist Lounge Chair, Henning Kjærnulf style, 1960s
Vintage Solid Oak Danish Brutalist Lounge Chair, Henning Kjærnulf style, 1960s

Vintage Solid Oak Danish Brutalist Lounge Chair, Henning Kjærnulf style, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

Presenting this exceptional lounge chair, attributed to Danish architect and designer Henning Kjærnulf, a masterclass in the "Baroque Modernism" style that defined his most celebrate...

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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Oak

Milo Baughman Cognac Leather & Chrome Lounge Chairs for Thayer Coggin
Milo Baughman Cognac Leather & Chrome Lounge Chairs for Thayer Coggin

Milo Baughman Cognac Leather & Chrome Lounge Chairs for Thayer Coggin

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials Polished Chromed Steel, New Cognac Full-Grain Leather ________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, ...

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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Danish 1950s Lounge Chair with Loose Cushion
Danish 1950s Lounge Chair with Loose Cushion

Danish 1950s Lounge Chair with Loose Cushion

By Mogens Lassen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Super charming early 1950s lounge chair in the style of Mogens Lassen with very sculptural organic shape and harmonious proportions. Versatile and very suitable for a smaller space i...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Beech, Wool

Italian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
Italian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1950s

Italian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of wood and cream-white bouclé fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Refinished and reupholstered in recent history...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modernist Lady Arm Chairs in Powder Blue Mohair
Mid-Century Modernist Lady Arm Chairs in Powder Blue Mohair

Mid-Century Modernist Lady Arm Chairs in Powder Blue Mohair

By Marco Zanuso

Located in New York, NY

Designed in the style of the iconic Italian architect and designer Marco Zanuso, these "Lady" armchairs epitomize the groundbreaking elegance and innovation of mid-century modern des...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Skandinavian Midcentury Modern lounge chair by Svante Skogh
Skandinavian Midcentury Modern lounge chair by Svante Skogh

Skandinavian Midcentury Modern lounge chair by Svante Skogh

By AB Hjertquist & Co, Svante Skogh

Located in Uccle, BE

Scandinavian Modern Bodö Armchair Introducing the Bodö armchair, designed by Svante Skogh and crafted from light oak, leather straps and reupholstered in wool fabric. This iconic pie...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Oak, Leather, Wool

Patio Lounge Chairs in Bamboo and Wood
Patio Lounge Chairs in Bamboo and Wood

Patio Lounge Chairs in Bamboo and Wood

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Lounge chairs, bamboo, wood, Europe, 1960s Lovely pair of lounge chairs with an organic appeal characterized by an open, basket-shaped seat executed in woven bamboo. The minimal loo...

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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Bamboo, Wood

Mexican Modern, Don S Shoemaker, Sling Swinger chair with footstool, 1960's
Mexican Modern, Don S Shoemaker, Sling Swinger chair with footstool, 1960's

Mexican Modern, Don S Shoemaker, Sling Swinger chair with footstool, 1960's

By Don S. Shoemaker

Located in Uccle, BE

Iconic Don S. Shoemaker Sling Swinger chair with footrest. Made from cocobolo (Mexican rosewood) and black leather in the 1960s. The biomorphic lines of the exotic rosewood create an...

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather, Cocobolo

Mid Century 'Profil' Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Folke Ohlsson for Dux, c1960s
Mid Century 'Profil' Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Folke Ohlsson for Dux, c1960s

Mid Century 'Profil' Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Folke Ohlsson for Dux, c1960s

By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden

Located in Chino Hills, CA

An exceptional Scandinavian Modern lounge chair and ottoman designed by renowned Swedish designer Folke Ohlsson for DUX, circa 1960s. Widely recognized for his ability to merge sculptural elegance with everyday comfort, Ohlsson created some of the most enduring seating designs of the postwar era. This striking example exemplifies the best of Swedish Modern design, combining organic materials, refined proportions, and a dramatic architectural presence. The chair features a beautifully sculpted solid beechwood frame that has been professionally refinished to highlight the warmth and character of the wood. Newly upholstered in a sophisticated gray fabric, the chair showcases Ohlsson's signature floating seat design, gently angled profile, and graceful exposed frame. The matching ottoman mirrors the chair's clean lines and provides exceptional comfort while maintaining a light visual footprint. From every angle, the silhouette is unmistakably Scandinavian—elegant, restrained, and highly functional. The dramatic winged profile, floating arm structure, and sculptural joinery details create a commanding presence without overwhelming a space. Professionally restored and in excellent condition, this chair and ottoman are ready for another lifetime of use. Dimensions Chair: - Width: 33.5 in - Depth: 28 in - Height: 34 in - Seat Height: 19 in Ottoman: - Width: 26.5 in - Depth: 18 in - Height: 15 in Condition: Excellent restored condition. Professionally refinished beechwood frame with newly upholstered cushions. Structurally sound, comfortable, and ready for immediate use. About the Designer: Folke Ohlsson (1919–2002) was one of Sweden's most influential furniture designers and a leading ambassador of Scandinavian Modern design. His furniture is celebrated for its organic forms, superior comfort, and timeless elegance. Ohlsson's designs helped introduce Swedish Modernism to international audiences and remain highly sought after by collectors today. About DUX: Founded in Sweden in 1926, DUX became one of the most respected manufacturers of Scandinavian furniture during the twentieth century. Known for exceptional craftsmanship, innovative construction, and collaborations with celebrated designers, DUX pieces continue to be prized by collectors and design enthusiasts worldwide. This piece integrates beautifully into: - Mid Century Modern - Scandinavian Modern - Danish Modern - Organic Modern - Japandi - Contemporary - Minimalist - Modernist - Postmodern interiors - California Modern - Architectural homes - Collector and gallery-inspired spaces Folke Ohlsson, DUX lounge chair, Scandinavian Modern lounge chair, Swedish Modern furniture, Mid Century Modern chair and ottoman, Danish Modern seating, vintage DUX chair...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Beech

Mid Century White and Aqua Vintage GFM 64 Armchair, Edmund Homa, Europe, 1960s
Mid Century White and Aqua Vintage GFM 64 Armchair, Edmund Homa, Europe, 1960s

Mid Century White and Aqua Vintage GFM 64 Armchair, Edmund Homa, Europe, 1960s

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

Beautiful armchair and foot stool, designed by Edmund Homa. The armchair was made in the 1960s in the Gosciecinska Furniture Factory from solid beechwood. The GFM type armchair is re...

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Textile, Beech

Italian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Pine, Italy, 1970s
Italian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Pine, Italy, 1970s

Italian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Pine, Italy, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of pine lounge chairs designed and produced in Italy, c. 1970s. Wear to wood consistent with age and use Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.75"H x 27.0"W x 31.75"D Seat Height...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Wood, Pine

1940s Open Arm Lounge Club Chairs Attributed to Fritz Hansen Danish Midcentury
1940s Open Arm Lounge Club Chairs Attributed to Fritz Hansen Danish Midcentury

1940s Open Arm Lounge Club Chairs Attributed to Fritz Hansen Danish Midcentury

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Superb Danish late Art Deco early midcentury chairs from the early 1930-40s with spring cushions and beautiful open armrests and legs carved in solid Birch with great grain and patin...

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1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Carl Malmsten, Lounge Chairs, Walnut, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Carl Malmsten, Lounge Chairs, Walnut, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Carl Malmsten, Lounge Chairs, Walnut, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of walnut and fabric "Erik Gustav" lounge chairs or armchairs designed and produced by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 30.625"H x 27.5"W x 29.0"...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Wingback Armchair in Beige Floral Upholstery
Wingback Armchair in Beige Floral Upholstery

Wingback Armchair in Beige Floral Upholstery

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Easy chair, beech, beige floral fabric, Europe, 1950s This strong, playful wingback chair is designed with a slightly tilted back in order to provide sitting comfort. The wooden arm...

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1940s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

IB Kofod-Larsen Style Modern Lounge Chairs in Walnut & Bouclé, C. 1950s
IB Kofod-Larsen Style Modern Lounge Chairs in Walnut & Bouclé, C. 1950s

IB Kofod-Larsen Style Modern Lounge Chairs in Walnut & Bouclé, C. 1950s

By Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Westport, CT

A refined pair of Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs from the 1950s, executed in the style of IB Kofod-Larsen. Though the maker remains unknown, the sculptural lines, tapered legs, and...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs Styled After Erwin Lambeth
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs Styled After Erwin Lambeth

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs Styled After Erwin Lambeth

By Erwin Lambeth

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-century modern walnut lounge chairs, crafted in the United States circa 1950s, and strongly reminiscent of the designs of Erwin Lambeth. Sculptural yet inviting, this pair embodi...

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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Finn Juhl, Lounge Chairs, Fabric, Teak, Denmark, 1950s
Finn Juhl, Lounge Chairs, Fabric, Teak, Denmark, 1950s

Finn Juhl, Lounge Chairs, Fabric, Teak, Denmark, 1950s

By Finn Juhl

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of blue fabric and teak lounge chairs designed by Finn Juhl and produced by France & Son, Denmark, c. 1950s. Moderate to heavy wear on arm rests. Minor wear to the rest ...

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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Wassily Lounge Chairs for Knoll
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Wassily Lounge Chairs for Knoll

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Wassily Lounge Chairs for Knoll

By Knoll, Stendig Co., Marcel Breuer

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Black leather wassily lounge chairs for Knoll. The Wassily lounge chair was designed by Marcel Breuer in Black full leather. Has flat caps on the e...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pair of c. 1960's Scandinavian leather lounge chairs
Pair of c. 1960's Scandinavian leather lounge chairs

Pair of c. 1960's Scandinavian leather lounge chairs

By Ingmar Relling

Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi

Experience the timeless elegance of Scandinavian design with this exquisite pair of c. 1960's leather lounge chairs, most probably of Norwegian origin. These stunning pieces feature ...

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Mohair, Brazil, 1950s
Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Mohair, Brazil, 1950s

Brazilian Designer, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Mohair, Brazil, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of wood, metal and yellow mohair lounge chairs designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s. Minor wear to wood frame consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): ...

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1950s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Sumptuous Vintage Milo Baughman "Satellite" Chaise Circular Chair Mid-Century
Sumptuous Vintage Milo Baughman "Satellite" Chaise Circular Chair Mid-Century

Sumptuous Vintage Milo Baughman "Satellite" Chaise Circular Chair Mid-Century

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

This piece is beyond stunning and is sure to impress bold and exciting. "Satellite" chaise is definitely a must-have, must-see piece. Oversized rounded chaise lounge is equal parts c...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Argentine Designer, Lounge Chair, Wood, Vinyl, Argentina, 1960s
Argentine Designer, Lounge Chair, Wood, Vinyl, Argentina, 1960s

Argentine Designer, Lounge Chair, Wood, Vinyl, Argentina, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

An adjustable wood and brown vinyl lounge chair designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1960s. Some tears and stains on vinyl, reupholstery recommended. Wear consistent with age and ...

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1960s Argentine Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Lounge Chair by Paolo Buffa, Polished Walnut, Italy
Mid-Century Lounge Chair by Paolo Buffa, Polished Walnut, Italy

Mid-Century Lounge Chair by Paolo Buffa, Polished Walnut, Italy

By Paolo Buffa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A single, vintage Mid-Century modern Italian lounge chair made of hand crafted polished Walnut designed by Paolo Buffa, in good condition. The detailed club chair is composed with tw...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut

Sigurd Ressell Pair of Falcon Lounge Chairs in Leather, Canvas and Birch 1970s
Sigurd Ressell Pair of Falcon Lounge Chairs in Leather, Canvas and Birch 1970s

Sigurd Ressell Pair of Falcon Lounge Chairs in Leather, Canvas and Birch 1970s

By Sigurd Ressell, Vatne Møbler

Located in Meer, VAN

Sigurd Ressell Pair of Falcon Lounge Chairs in Leather, Canvas and Birch for Vatne Møbler Norway 1970s This is a very elegant and comfortable pair of Falcon lounge chairs by Sigurd ...

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Late 20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Canvas, Birch

Argentine Designer, Lounge Chairs, Fabric, Wood, Argentina, 1950s
Argentine Designer, Lounge Chairs, Fabric, Wood, Argentina, 1950s

Argentine Designer, Lounge Chairs, Fabric, Wood, Argentina, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of wood and green fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use. Reupholstered and refinished. Traces of old repairs pre...

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1950s Argentine Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

GE 225 - 'Flag Halyard Chair' w. white lacquered frame by Hans J. Wegner
GE 225 - 'Flag Halyard Chair' w. white lacquered frame by Hans J. Wegner

GE 225 - 'Flag Halyard Chair' w. white lacquered frame by Hans J. Wegner

By GETAMA, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Copenhagen, DK

GE 225 - Early 'Flag Halyard Chair' with frame in white lacquered metal and original flag halyard with lambskin and yellow neck cushion in 'VIDAR' textile. Designed by Hans J. Wegner...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Two Leopard Velvet Vintage Armchairs, Edmund Homa, 1960s, Poland
Set of Two Leopard Velvet Vintage Armchairs, Edmund Homa, 1960s, Poland

Set of Two Leopard Velvet Vintage Armchairs, Edmund Homa, 1960s, Poland

By Edmund Homa

Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL

A pair of armchairs GFM-142 leopard armchairs, designed by Edmund Homa, a polish architect, designer of Industrial Design and interior architecture, professor at the Academy of Fine ...

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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Mid-century Modern lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

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