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Jorge Ferrari, Hardoy Butterfly Sling Chair for Knoll International, 1960
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Munster, NRW
very rare edition with a stainless steel sling frame and leather seating...
J. Hardoy for Knoll International in the 1960ties
nice vintage condition with perfect patina
Category
Vintage 1960s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Modernist Butterfly Chairs in Manner of Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Ebonized Walnut Tapered Legs, Button Back Details, and Upholstered
in Grey Mohair
in Grey Mohair
Category
20th Century Lounge Chairs
Mid-Century Modern Butterfly Chair by Knoll International in Original Leather
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Butterfly chair by Knoll International with exceptionally beautiful original leather in cognac on a
Category
Vintage 1940s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Mid-Century Modern Butterfly Chair by Knoll International in Original Leather
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Berlin, DE
Butterfly chair by Knoll International with exceptionally beautiful original leather in cognac on a
Category
Vintage 1940s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Butterfly Chair by Gerard Van Den Berg for Montis, circa 1980
By Montis, Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Butterfly chair in black leather and chrome by Gerard Van Den Berg for Montis, Netherlands - circa
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pierre Paulin Butterfly "F675" Chair in Cognac Leather for Artifort, 1963
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful F675 Chair also nicknamed the "Butterfly" chair designed in 1963 by the French designer
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pierre Paulin AP-14
Anneau
Butterfly Chair with New Saddle Leather, 1950s
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Very rare AP-14 Butterfly chair by Pierre Paulin for A. Polak in 1955.
Reupholstered in a beautiful
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Early Edition Pierre Paulin Butterfly Easy Chair for Artifort Black Leather 1963
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Artifort, The Netherlands in 1963. This chair, type F675, is better known as the butterfly chair by Pierre
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Three c. 1950 Classic "Butterfly Chair" Frames Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy design
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Chicago, IL
3 Period frames, two in original green paint, one in original black paint.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Mid Century Knoll Butterfly Chair by Jorge Ferrari Hardoy Bonet and Kurchan
By Knoll
Located in Las Vegas, NV
1950’s vintage Butterfly chair, designed by Jorge Ferrari Hardoy, Antonio Bonet, and Juan
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
1960s Butterfly Sling Chair and Ottoman in Saddle Leather by William Katavolos
By William Katavolos
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare and very sought after 1960s swivel sling chair by William Katavolos for Leathercrafter. Made
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Leather Butterfly Chair by Ox Denmark, circa 1970-80
By Ox Denmarq
Located in Round Top, TX
Mid-Century Modern butterfly chair by OX Denmark. KS Chair with steel frame, stretched with cognac
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Hans J. Wegner Butterfly Easy Chair GE 460 of Oak with Sheepskin by GETAMA, 1990s
By Hans J. Wegner, GETAMA
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Butterfly easy chair model GE 460 by the danish designer Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007) in 1977.
This
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Sheepskin
A pair Butterfly fauteuils designed by Gerard van den Berg
By Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Antwerp, BE
Butterfly fauteuils designed by Gerard van den Berg
Leather upholstered
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Pair of Leather Italian Butterfly Wingback Lounge Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive pair of Italian mahogany butterfly shaped wingback lounge chairs or armchairs. The
Category
20th Century Italian Country Wingback Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Hans Wegner GE-460 Butterfly Style Wood and Leather Accent Lounge Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A pair of Hans Wegner GE-460 Butterfly style chairs. This set of chairs feature a timeless Hans
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Sculptural Rattan Butterfly Chair, France 1960s
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Exceptional rattan butterfly chair, France 1960s. Sculptural lounge chair with an interesting
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Butterfly Lounge Chair and Ottoman for Knoll
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in San Francisco, CA
Beautiful cognac leather Butterfly lounge chair and ottoman design by Hardoy for Knoll associate
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather Butterfly Lounge Chair by Gerard van den Berg
Located in Brecht, BE
Shades of grey ... this leather "butterfly" chair from Dutch designer Gerard van den Berg
Category
Late 20th Century Dutch Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Leather Butterfly Hardoy Lounge Chair
By Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Classic vintage leather "Hardoy" butterfly lounge chair. Tan leather sling seat, on black wrought
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Sculptural Leather Butterfly Chair by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural leather butterfly lounge chair designed by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, circa 1960s. Rarely
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Pair of Bkf Butterfly Lounge Leather Chairs, circa 1980
By Pep Bonet
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
BKF butterfly lounge chair design by Pep Bonet, circa 1980
Leather metal frame
In good
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century F675 Butterfly Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This stunning "Butterfly" lounge chair with the original leather is designed by Pierre Paulin and
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Artifort Pierre Paulin Butterfly F675 lounge chair
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Nijlen, VAN
. These versions are from the 1970s. Pierre Paulin gave this chair the name the "butterfly chair". The
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Whiskey Leather Knoll Butterfly Chair
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original Whiskey leather Hardoy butterfly chair, designed by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy for Knoll. An
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Three Early Butterfly Chair frames
By Bonet, Kurchan, and Hardoy
Located in Sharon, CT
early versions with untouched surfaces. These chairs stack for shipping and storage.
Category
Mid-20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
2023 Cecile Maia Pujol for Roche Bobois Lady B Lounge Arm Chair Tissue Butterfly
By Roche Bobois
Located in Philadelphia, PA
seat upholstered in tissue butterfly opalin.
The chair measures 26 inches deep, 33.25 inches wide
Category
2010s French Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Foam
Set of 4 Butterfly Sling Chairs
By Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of four Mid-Century Modern butterfly sling lounge stacking outdoor suitable chairs.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy Leather Butterfly Chair
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, butterfly chair by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy for Knoll International features a tan
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Selection of Vintage Leather Butterfly Chairs
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of vintage leather butterfly chairs, circa 1950s. These appear to be the examples
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Classic Modernist Hardoy "Butterfly" Chair Sling, Knoll
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic modernist, "Hardoy" sling chair also known as the "butterfly" chair designed by Jorge
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pierre Paulin F675 Butterfly Chair for Artifort
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Butterfly chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort.
This is the more expensive saddle leather edition
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Butterfly Chair, Model 1907 by Enrico Bartolini
Located in Raleigh, NC
Featuring Enrico Bartolini's original rendition of the classic butterfly chair. This beauty is
Category
2010s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Iron Frame Butterfly Chair Frames, A Pair
By Bonet, Kurchan, and Hardoy, Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in New Windsor, NY
A very good and early pair of iron frame butterfly sling chairs. The original design dates to the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Paul Frankl Style Bamboo Butterfly Wing-Arm Chair
Located in Astoria, NY
Bamboo Butterfly wing-arm lounge chair in the manner of Paul Frankel, with bent-bamboo arms and
Category
20th Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bamboo
Pierre Paulin for Artifort Cognac Leather "Butterfly" Chair
By Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Paulin for Artifort "Butterfly" chair in cognac saddle leather hand-stitched to brushed
Category
20th Century French Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Jorge Hardoy Ferrari Butterfly Chair Knoll, USA, 1970
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Iconic lounge chair designed by Jorge Hardoy-Ferrari for Knoll International, USA, 1970. This
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Knoll Hardoy Butterfly Sling Chairs 1954 brown leather
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Dallas, TX
Early pair of Knoll Hardoy butterfly chairs with beautiful original patinated cognac leather slings
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Pierre Paulin Butterfly F675 Chairs for Artifort, 1963
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in London, GB
Pierre Paulin black leather Butterfly F675 chairs, designed for Artifort, Netherlands in 1963. Four
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Leather Butterfly Chair Designed by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural leather butterfly chair designed by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, circa 1960s. Rarely seen in
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Pierre Paulin Butterfly Chair, F675, in Original Early Edition
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Armchair, type F675, that is known as the butterfly chair, designed by French top designer Pierre
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Nickel
Butterfly chair by Jorge Hardoy Ferrari for Knoll 1970
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Iconic lounge chair designed by Jorge Hardoy-Ferrari for Knoll, USA 1970. This lounge chair is
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Butterfly Chair with Black Canvas Sling Seat
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in New York, NY
Period midcentury butterfly chair, having a wrought iron frame and original black canvas sling seat
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Vintage BKF Hardoy Butterfly Chairs for Knoll
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of vintage BKF Hardoy butterfly chairs for Knoll. Dynamic Classic form, for indoor or outdoor
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Butterfly chair F675 by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands 1963
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Athens, Attiki
The butterfly F675 lounge chair was designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands 1963.
The
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Hardoy Butterfly Chair with Original Orange Canvas Sling Seat
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in New York, NY
Hip sling chair with vintage orange canvas sling seat, on wrought iron frame.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Assembled Set of Eight White Frame Wrought Iron Butterfly Chairs
By Knoll
Located in Ferndale, MI
Set of eight white frame wrought iron butterfly chairs by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy for Knoll.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Cognac Leather Knoll Butterfly Chair and Ottoman
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Esperance, NY
Mid-Century Modern Cognac leather Knoll butterfly chair and ottoman
Ottoman measures
16” W 16
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Leather Butterfly Chairs Style of Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in New York, NY
Pair of butterfly chairs style of Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy. Has original leather seat covers with a
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Rare Matched Pair of Ferrari Hardoy Butterfly Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Berlin, DE
Butterfly chair pair by Knoll International with exceptionally beautiful original leather in cognac
Category
Vintage 1930s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
1947, Hardoy, Ferrari, Green Cover with Grey Base Butterfly Chair
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
canvas and black base. This butterfly fits in all kind of interior. The chair shows traces of wear like
Category
Vintage 1940s American Industrial Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Pierre Paulin F675 Butterfly Chairs by Artifort, 1963
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Amazing pair of lounge chairs designed by Pierre Paulin, manufactured by Artifort, Holland, 1963
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Butterfly "Hardoy" Chair by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy for Knoll **Sature Sale**
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This piece is an original 1948 "Hardoy" sling chair also known as the "butterfly" chair designed by
Category
Vintage 1940s American Lounge Chairs
Pair of Early Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy Iron Butterfly Sling Chairs
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in New Windsor, NY
Old BKF iron frames with new Vermillion duck cloth sling seat covers. Clean and room ready, circa 1950.
Measures: 36" high x 31" wide x 31" deep. 27" wide at narrowest point.
Category
Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Pair of Gerard Van Den Berg Butterfly Chair for Montis, 1980s
By Gerard Van Den Berg
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A nice pair of Montis chairs designed by Gerard Van Den Berg in black leather from the 1980s. They
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Lounge Chairs
2 Mid-Century Modern Iron Butterfly Sling Chairs Algoma Cover Vintage Retro
By Knoll
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid 20th century Iron butterfly chairs attributed to Knoll. Features 2 sets of Algoma seat covers.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan, and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy for Knoll Butterfly Chairs
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
The classic Butterfly chair! We wanted to keep this vintage pair as is since the leather still
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Sheepskin
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Butterfly Lounge Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic butterfly lounge chair available at 1stDibs. Each butterfly lounge chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, animal skin and leather. Your living room may not be complete without a butterfly lounge chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each butterfly lounge chair bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one butterfly lounge chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Jorge Ferrari Hardoy, Knoll and Pierre Paulin produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Butterfly Lounge Chair?
The average selling price for a butterfly lounge chair at 1stDibs is $2,320, while they’re typically $475 on the low end and $12,019 for the highest priced.
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 Butterfly Lounge Chair
- Who made the butterfly chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy made the butterfly chair. The three architects created the design in 1938 at their firm in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Their design draws inspiration from Joseph Beverly Fenby's Tripolina chair produced in 1877. Shop a variety of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Butterfly chairs were popular in the 1950s. Due to a renewed interest in mid-century modern design, the chairs are also used to decorate homes today. The original name of the butterfly chair is the BKF after its three designers, Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy. You'll find a range of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Whether or not Butterfly chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. Many people find that the way the upholstery of the Butterfly chair hangs from its metal frame provides plenty of support for the body. Plus, its sling design invites users to settle in and relax. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- Do butterfly chairs fold up?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Butterfly chair, also known as the BKF or Hardoy chair, was made in 1938 in Buenos Aires. It is recognizable by its metal frame and suspended seat, created by the large sling of material hung from the frame’s highest points. Shop the unique style from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy designed the Butterfly chair. The trio met while working in Le Corbusier's studio and then moved to Argentina, where they founded the Grupo Austral. In 1938, they unveiled their now iconic chair, which was inspired by a previous work called Tripolona, which they designed using inspiration from folding, collapsible chairs used by the British military. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024A 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 ExpertAugust 29, 2024How you tell if a Butterfly chair is real depends on what you mean by the term "real." If by real you mean an authentic Knoll Butterfly chair produced from 2018 and onwards, first look for the Knoll label found under the seat. Compare this label to images found online to begin to assess its authenticity. Then, examine the metal frame of the chair. An authentic Knoll Butterfly chair will be evenly polished and show no imperfections, such as highly visible welding marks. Any flaws will usually indicate that a piece is counterfeit. On the other hand, if by real you mean an original Butterfly chair made by Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, the answer is that your chair is unlikely to be. The designers only created three Butterfly chairs, which are all part of museum collections. To learn more about the age and maker of your Butterfly chair, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Explore a range of Knoll Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023The 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.
- What is a sling lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A 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.
- Are lounge chairs comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Whether 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.
- How long is a lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024How long a lounge chair is varies. However, they are generally longer than other types of chairs to accommodate a user's feet in an outstretched position. Most lounge chairs are between 73 and 80 inches long. Shop a diverse assortment of lounge chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What makes a lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Not 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.
- What is a chaise lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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.
- What are lounge chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There 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 ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell a real Hardoy Butterfly chair, examine the frame closely. An authentic chair will have a sturdy steel frame. If the metal seems flimsy or thin, it will unlikely be a genuine Hardoy. In addition, real Butterfly chairs are free of joints and hinges, so you can generally conclude that a chair is a reproduction if you spot either. If you'd like a professional opinion on your chair, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. Find a range of BKF Hardoy Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The 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, 2023Opinions 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, 2023Although 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 20, 2024The difference between a lounge chair and an armchair is the specificity of the term. A lounge chair is a type of comfortable seat that allows a user to relax. It typically features an angled seat that puts the user in a reclined position. Armchair is the term for any seating area chair framed by arms. Most lounge chairs are armchairs. However, there are also many armchairs with straight backs that don't fit the definition of a lounge chair. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of lounge chairs and armchairs.
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The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
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