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What is a chaise longue?

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What is a chaise longue?
A chaise longue is a form of seating. It’s an upholstered piece of furniture that was made popular in France in the early 16th century.

This low reclining seat, a “long chair” in English, boasts an elongated form and low back that extends about half the length of the furnishing, affording the welcome opportunity for a sitter to put their feet up and relax.

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1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024
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An MR chaise longue repro after Mies van der Rohe, 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
A Bauhaus MR chaise longue repro after Mies van der Rohe, 20th century. In toffee pleather and chrome frame. Though the prototype was originally designed in the 1920s, this piece is ...
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20th Century Bauhaus Chaise Longues

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Metal

Restoration Hardware Custom Order Oviedo Chaise Lounge in Brown Leather Chrome
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a rare, custom order, 'Oviedo' model chaise longe by Restoration Hardware. However, instead of connected cushions and a relatively flat surface, this customer opted for a ser...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Chrome

Sleek Little Curvy Chaise in Printed Linen
Located in Malibu, CA
Sleek stunning compact chaise hand crafted mahogany. It is surprisingly comfortable. This piece would be amazing in a walk in closet, powder room or master bath. Reupholstered...
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Early 20th Century Chaise Longues

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Linen, Mahogany

Vintage Curved Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional c. 1980s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A classic sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and manufactured by Directional in the 1980s. Great flowing lines with signature disc bases and thick lucite center support. Fabric is origi...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chaise Lounge w Knoll Fabric C1960
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular chaise lounge chair with knoll fabric adorning it. Attributed to Paul McCobb C1960 possibly non production piece and custom made. Stong with beautiful lines that shape ou...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood, Paint

Vintage IKEA Rattan Wicker “Karlskrona” Chaise Lounge Chair
Located in Toronto, ON
Vintage IKEA 'Karlskrona' Wicker Rattan Chaise Lounge Chair by Carl Öjerstam made in the 1990s. This highly sought after chaise lounge is made in woven wicker, it features a headrest...
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1990s Swedish Post-Modern Chaise Longues

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Wicker, Rattan

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