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Delft Blue Carbon Chair by Marcel Wanders
By MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The ultra-light weight carbon balloon chair is conceived as a challenge to all designers to create
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Chairs
Fornasetti Chair Moro
By Fornasetti
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
decorative style from a personal vocabulary of images that included birds, butterflies, hot-air balloons
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Materials
Wood
$5,460
Wingback Lounge Chair for PortHouse, Mohair + Maple, Jordan Mozer USA, C. 2003
By Jordan Mozer
Located in Chicago, IL
Studios Water Balloon Table by Tom Rossiter. Photos of Jordan Mozer and Associates, Ltd. design for Port
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Maple
Wingback Lounge Chair in Leather+Maple from PortHouse, Jordan Mozer, USA 2003
By Jordan Mozer
Located in Chicago, IL
Hotel by Jeff Zaruba. Portrait of chocolate mohair variation with Chloe's Water Balloon Table by Tom
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Maple
Fornasetti Chair Sole Gold/Black
By Fornasetti
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
included birds, butterflies, hot-air balloons, architecture and — most frequently, and in some 500
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Wood
Fornasetti Bocca Chair
By Fornasetti
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
from a personal vocabulary of images that included birds, butterflies, hot-air balloons, architecture
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chairs
Materials
Wood
$4,540
Midcentury Circle Balloon Chair by Lusch Erzeugnis for Lusch
Co., 1960s
By Lusch
Co, Lusch Erzeugnis
Located in Warsaw, PL
This circle chair or balloon chair was designed by Lusch Erzeugnis for Lusch & Co., in Germany
Category
Vintage 1960s German Bohemian Club Chairs
Materials
Metal
Balloon Chair Lusch
Co.
By Lusch
Co
Located in Den Haag, NL
Balloon chair by Lusch & Co Germany upholstered in suede on a rotating base. All original.
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Suede
Hans Olsen "Balloon" Chair
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Hans Olsen "Balloon" Chair features wood arms with a
red suede seat and black iron base.
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Chairs
Materials
Suede
Two Balloon-Back Chairs
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A handsome pair, sturdy and comfortable, Victorian balloon-back dining chairs, circa 1880. These
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
$1,700 / set
Hans Olsen, Balloon Chair
By Hans Olsen
Located in London, GB
An early balloon or 'hoop' chair by Hans Olsen, circa 1955, Denmark.
All original leather suede
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Hans Olsen, Balloon Chair
By Hans Olsen
Located in London, GB
An early balloon or 'hoop' chair by Hans Olsen, circa 1955, Denmark.
All original leather suede
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
1970s Lucite Balloon Back Chair
Located in New York, NY
1970s Lucite balloon back chair.
Reupholstered in metallic vinyl.
Category
Vintage 1960s Chairs
Pair of Balloon Back Chairs
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
Faux grain later painted English balloon back chairs with upholstered seats and arm rests.
Category
Early 20th Century English George III Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
$3,200 / set
Hans Olsen, Balloon - Hoop Chair
By Hans Olsen
Located in London, GB
A rare balloon - or hoop - chair by Hans Olsen, circa 1955, Denmark.
All original tan suede
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 4 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs The Chairs have Balloon Backs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Set of 4 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs
The Chairs have Balloon Style Backs and newly woven
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Hans Olsen Suede
Balloon
Chair
By Hans Olsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Suede hoop chair on a black enameled tubular frame with handsome wood armrests and sheep seat cushion. Original condition with visible wear consistent with its age and use.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Hans Olsen, balloon chair in suede
By Hans Olsen
Located in
S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Balloon chair in yellow suede of Hans Olsen by LEA-design.
Armrest in teak, iron frame finished in
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Vintage Coastal Balloon Back Cane Loveseat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning vintage Boho loveseat. The iconic balloon back shape with inset cane panels. Newly
Category
Late 20th Century North American Loveseats
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Wood
Antique French Canopy Porters Balloon Chair
Located in West Hartford, CT
Antique French canopy porters chair with velvet interior and burlap fabric on exterior.
Category
Vintage 1920s French Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Louis XVI Style Balloon Back Painted Armchair
Located in Astoria, NY
Louis XVI style balloon back painted armchair, or, a fauteuil a la reine "Montgolfier" 19th c
Category
Antique 19th Century French Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Antique Victorian Rosewood Balloon Back Side Chair
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian rosewood balloon back side chair having a quality shaped balloon back with a
Category
Antique 19th Century European Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Other
Cowhide Balloon Chair by Hans Olsen, 1950s
By Hans Olsen
Located in Diest, BE
1950s ‚Balloon’ lounge chair by Hans Olsen (Design 1955), Denmark. Original cowhide. Black
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of 1940
s Balloon Back Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of balloon back chairs, probably American, circa 1940's. Elegant, sculptural forms. This pair
Category
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
$1,200 / set
Vintage Regency Balloon Back Cerused Cane Settee
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning vintage Regency cane settee. A fabulous balloon back design in a pale cerused finish
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Regency Settees
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan
Set Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
These Dining Chairs Feature Typical Victorian Balloon Backs.
Circa 1860
The Chairs are Raised Upon
Category
Antique 1860s Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
$2,949 / set
Postmodern Cream Balloon Lounge Swivel Chair, 1990s
Located in London, GB
An unusual balloon chair finished in cream faux leather.
Uniquely sculpted in a style variously
Category
1990s British Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Four Balloon Back Side Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
arched back centered with a pierced and carved hot air balloon backs plat, on drop-in seat, on bowed rail
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
$2,950 / set
Pair of Napoleon III Balloon Backed Armchairs
Located in Malton, GB
This is a simply stunning pair of Napoleon III balloon backed armchairs. The ebonised finish it
Category
Antique 19th Century Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Unusual Pair of Balloon Back Armless Chairs
Located in Amarillo, TX
Fabulous curves from every direction!
Elegant pair of slipper or side chairs with high backs and wide seats. Recent upholstery in ivory and white jacquard "moire" effect. Very high...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Slipper Chairs
19th Century French Buttoned Balloon Back Armchair
Located in Malton, GB
This is a very stylish 19th century French ballon back armchair with buttoned detail. The carved frame is wonderful and the unusual casters give this a great stance. Generous size as...
Category
Antique 19th Century Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Pair of Napoleon III Balloon Backed Armchairs
Located in Malton, GB
These are a superb quality pair of 19th century French armchairs. The deep buttoned details with the wide arm and deep seat make these a very inviting pair of armchairs ideal for eve...
Category
Antique 19th Century Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Set of 4 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Set of 4 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs
The Chairs have Balloon Style Backs and newly woven
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
$1,311 / set
Set Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back Mahogany Diners 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Set of 6 Victorian mahogany balloon back dining chairs
These chairs are raised upon ring turned
Category
Antique 1860s Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Balloon Chair Design by Lusch Erzeugnis, 1960s
By Lusch Erzeugnis
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage Balloon chair design by Lusch Erzeugnis 1960s
A beautiful suede bucket seat, also called
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
19th Century English Mahogany Balloon Back Salon Chair
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stunning balloon back style English armchair featuring rosewood marquetry inlay border. Sculptural
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Balloon Chair Design by Lusch Erzeugnis, 1960s
By Lusch Erzeugnis
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage Balloon chair design by Lusch Erzeugnis 1960s
A beautiful suede bucket seat, also called
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set Victorian Dining Chairs, Antique Balloon Back, 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Set of 8 Victorian mahogany balloon back chairs.
These chairs having ring turned front legs and
Category
Antique 1880s Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back Mahogany, 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Seats Which Have Recently Been Reupholstered.
Having Typical Balloon Backs with a Carved Centre Rail
Category
Antique 1860s Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Eight Balloon Back French Painted Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An elegant set of eight painted balloon back French dining chairs. 2 arms and six sides. Very
Category
Early 20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Set Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs 8 Mahogany
Located in Potters Bar, GB
serpentine firm.
The typical victorian balloon back featuring a carved central rail.
Presented in good
Category
Vintage 1920s Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Set of Six Mahogany Balloon Back Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
These are a set of six outstanding 19th century Victorian antique mahogany Scottish balloon back
Category
Antique 19th Century Scottish Victorian Chairs
Materials
Other
Outstanding Pair of Mahogany Balloon Back Side Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
These are a pair of outstanding 19th century Victorian antique mahogany Scottish balloon back
Category
Antique 19th Century European Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Other
Set of Eight Paint Decorated Balloon Back Chairs
Located in Manhasset, NY
Set of eight paint decorated balloon back chairs. Fabulous colors resembling a "Mackenzie Childs
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Hollywood Regency Chairs
Set 12 Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back Diners
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Classic set of 12 Victorian style mahogany dining chairs with balloon backs
These are the ultimate
Category
Vintage 1980s Victorian Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set 12 Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back Diners
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Classic set of 12 Victorian style mahogany dining chairs with balloon backs
These are the ultimate
Category
Vintage 1980s Victorian Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Antique 1800s Balloon Back Needlepoint Embroidered Floral Chair
Located in Portsmouth, VA
This elegant Victorian-era balloon back chair, dating approximately from 1860-1890, is a true
Category
Antique Early 1800s American Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Regency Balloon Back Dining Chairs - Set of 8
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your dining area with the American style Vintage Regency Balloon Back Dining Chairs. These
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Balloon Back Armchairs Vintage, 1950’s
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous and unusual pair of vintage armchairs, these were made in England and date from the 1950-60’s.
They have an unusual design, with shapely curved seats sitting on splayed...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$2,724 / set
Set of 3 1970
s Balloon Back Lucite Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of 3 1970's Balloon Back Lucite Chairs reupholstered in Silver Leather
Category
Vintage 1970s American Side Chairs
c.1980 Pair Italian Beech Wood Balloon Back Chairs
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Pair of Italian beech wood balloon back chairs upholstered in a vintage boussac toile.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Armchairs
Materials
Beech
19th Century Set of Twelve Balloon Back Dining Chairs
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th century set of 12 balloon back dining chairs with fully upholstered seat on elegantly turned
Category
Antique 19th Century Irish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of 1920s French Hot Air Balloon Side Chairs
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of French hot air balloon side chairs from the 1920s with original leather seats. Beautifully
Category
Vintage 1920s French Chairs
$1,950 / set
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Balloon Chair by Hans Olsen
By Hans Olsen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian balloon chair by Hans Olsen. Steel black lacquered frame. Armrest
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Set of Four English Balloon Back Georgian Hall Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
A set of mahogany hall chairs circa 1850. Gadrooned balloon form backs and saber legs with unpadded
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Side Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
1960s Hans Olsen Balloon / Hoop Chair in Red Suede
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s Hans Olsen Balloon / Hoop chair in red suede. Teak arms, iron legs. Purchased from a
Category
Vintage 1960s Armchairs
Materials
Iron
French Louis XV Style Hooded Balloon Canopy Porter
s Settee
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fabulous French Louis XV style hooded balloon settee or porter's settee with ottoman. Featuring a
Category
20th Century Italian Louis XV Settees
Materials
Linen, Cane, Wood
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Balloon Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of balloon chairs available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique balloon chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and walnut. We have 862 antique and vintage balloon chairs in-stock, while there are 32 modern editions to choose from as well. Balloon chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Balloon chairs made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Louis XVI — are very popular at 1stDibs. Large balloon chairs can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller balloon chairs available at 1stDibs — each spanning 6.4 inches in width — may make for a better choice. There have been many well-made balloon chairs over the years, but those made by Hans Olsen, Lusch
Co and Maison Jansen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Balloon Chairs?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,499, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $135,000 highest priced.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Balloon Chairs
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Balloon back chairs are from the Victorian era, which lasted from the late 1830s to the turn of the 20th century. These chairs get their name from their rounded backrests and narrow waists, which make it seem like their tops have ballooned or grown in size. On 1stDibs, shop a range of balloon back chairs.
- What is a balloon back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A balloon back chair is a specific type of seat that became popular during the Victorian era. It features a curved back that tapers as it travels down to the seat. Many balloon back chairs are armless, and nearly all examples feature upholstered seats. You'll find a range of balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Balloon back chairs were made mostly in the Victorian era, as they were highly popular at this time in the 19th century. It is generally regarded as a classic antique dining room chair. Browse an array of authentic antique balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.
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