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Angel Pazmino Folding Cognac Leather Lounge Chair for Muebles de Estilo
By Muebles De Estilo
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This folding chair was designed by Angel Pazmino. It was produced by Muebles de Estilo. Pazmino was
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Mid-20th Century Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair Italian Wood Leather Folding Tripolina Lounge Chairs, Joseph Fendy, 1937
By Joseph Fendy, Paolo Viganò, Brevettato
Located in New York, NY
A rare and inportant pair of the 'Tripolina' folding chairs designed by Joseph B. Fenby. Tripolina
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian Modern Foldable Safari Lounge Chair in Beech wood and Blue fabric
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Scandinavian Modern Folding Safari Lounge Chair by an unknown designer, Sweden 1950s. Sleek and
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

2024 Carl Hansen FK11 Folding Adjustable Lounge Chair by Fabricius and Kastholm
By Jørgen Kastholm Preben Fabricius, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a FK11 folding adjustable lounge chair, originally designed by Preben Fabricius and Jorgen
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2010s Danish Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Bamboo, Iron and Fabric Folding Lounge Deck Chair, Italy, 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of folding lounge deck chairs in bamboo and fabric made in Italy in the 1960s. The chairs
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Iron

French Campaign Folding Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French wrought iron adjustable folding chaise lounge, 19th C.
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Antique 19th Century French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Transat Folding Deck Chair Patio Lounger, Beech and Fabric Chaise Longue, French
Located in Labrit, Landes
French folding deck chair or lounger chair Very comfortable for patio or garden The fabric is in
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Gio ponti Nifea folding chair
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
Gio Ponti Folding chair designed 1958 for Fratelli Reguitti stil with the Original canvas
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Vintage 1950s Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Canvas

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Folding Chair
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage folding chair featuring a hand-stitched brown seat and backrest supported by a sleek black
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Maruni Mokko Japanese Folding Sling Chair
By Maruni
Located in London, GB
Maruni Mokko Folding Sling Chair c.1950s Quartersawn Oak with nylon mesh
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Walnut Framed Folding Steamer Deck Chair
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut framed folding Steamer deck chair. The cane work back and low seats, flanked by scrolling
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Early 20th Century British Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

1960s Italian Bamboo Folding Deck Chairs
Located in Hastings, GB
An exceptional pair of 1960's Italian lounging deck chairs, hand crafted from bamboo with brass
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Vintage 1960s Italian Bohemian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Bamboo

Bauhaus Folding Chair, Daybed, Germany 1930s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Adjustable Bauhaus bed armchair made of creamy white painted over steel and walnut wood armrests. The armchair, which can be adjusted to a recliner, was designed in Germany in the 19...
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Vintage 1930s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

French Reclining Lounge Chair
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Reclining lounge chair with fold-out ottoman, newly upholstered, frame in bleached ash, France
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Antique 1650s French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Ash, Ultrasuede

Pair of Michael Thonet Folding Deck Chairs
By Michael Thonet, Thonet
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Model: Fireside chair model 1 (Kaminsessel) designed in 1866 The chairs need restoration, only the
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Early 20th Century Austrian Aesthetic Movement Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Maruni Mokko of Japan Folding Sling Chairs
By Maruni
Located in Chicago, IL
Maruni Mokko of Japan folding sling chairs, Quarter sawn oak frame with original brown nylon mesh
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Folding Chair by Ebert Wels, 60s
By Ebert Wels
Located in Lucija, SI
This folding chair by English designer Ebert Wels from the 1960s is an affordable alternative to
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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rope, Wood, Plywood

Grey and White Italian Folding Deck Bistro Chair
Located in New York, NY
Grey and white Italian folding deck bistro chair. Vintage Italian foldable deck chair. White
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Vintage 1930s Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

A Set Of Four Hans Wegner Folding Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A stunning set of four (4) Hans Wegner folding chairs produced by Johannes Hansen, ca' 1950's
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Ilmari Tapiovaara Prototype Congo Folding Chair Finland 1954
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Camden, ME
Congo folding chair designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara in 1954 manufactured by Lukkiseppo Ltd. in
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

Midcentury Rare Folding Angle Chair by Milo Baughman
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this Mid-Century Modern lounge or easy chair from the Perspective
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Mid-20th Century Lounge Chairs

Materials

Linen, Wood

Garcìa Cumini Fold Easy Chair for Verzelloni Italy
By García Cumini, Verzelloni
Located in Tilburg, NL
Garcìa Cumini 'Fold' easy chair for Verzelloni Italy. New, current production. From the 'Fold
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Postmodern Hestra Tord Björklund, Jeans Folding Chair, 1991
By Tord Bjorklund, IKEA
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Design folding chair designed by Tord Björklund for Ikea in 1991. The model is called Hestra. Made
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1990s Swedish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Hans J. Wegner Folding Chair for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Hans J. Wegner folding chair of oak model JH-512, 1949. Executed by Johannes Hansen, Copenhagen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Pair Leather Campaign Folding Chairs by John Vesey, 1960
By John Vesey
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair Leather Campaign Folding Chairs by John Vesey, 1960. Original leather. One chair has a scratch
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Hans Wegner JH-512 Oak Folding Chair, c. 1950s
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
This classic folding chair in oak and cane was one of Danish master Hans J. Wegner's most important
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Oak

JH 512 - Fireplace chair , folding chair in patinated oak by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 512 - 'Fireplace chair', folding chair in patinated oak with seat and back in partly original
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Oak

JH 512 - Fireplace chair folding chair in patinated oak by Hans J. Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
JH 512 - 'Fireplace chair', folding chair, in patinated oak with seat and back in partly original
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Oak

A Pair of Aluminum Folding Chaise Lounges from SS United States Luxury Ship
By Dorothy "Dot" Marckwald
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of rare aluminum chaise lounges from famed luxury liner SS United States, ca' 1950's
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Hans Wegner Pair of JH-512 Oak Folding Chairs, 1949
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in London, England
Hans Wegner JH-512 Folding Chairs, Oak One of Danish master Hans J. Wegner's most important and
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Oak

Set of 2 Danish folding chairs by Westnofa , 1970’s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Delft, NL
Set of 2 Danish folding chairs by Westnofa , 1970’s Dimensions: 72cm Width, 60cm Depth, 75cm
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Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Olle Pira, modernist folding chair Oscar, String Design, Sweden, 1950s
By String Design AB, Olof Pira
Located in Forserum, SE
A folding chair model Oscar, designed by Swedish architect Olle Pira in 1955 for the manufacturer
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Leopard Needlepoint Mid-Century Pair of Faux Bamboo Folding Chairs
Located in Water Mill, NY
1950s faux bamboo folding chairs with handmade needlepoint seats and backs.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Victorian William Godwin Ebonised Low Walnut Jappenned Folding Decorative Chair
By Edward William Godwin
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Victorian Aesthetic Movement Hand Crafted Ebonised Low Walnut Folding Decorative Chair with A
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Antique 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Pair of French Folding Chairs in Stained Teak, France 1950s
Located in Aartselaar, BE
A wonderful & decorative pair of scissor-folding chairs. They have a very architectural feeling to
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Rare Folding Scissor Chairs by Ficks Reed C. 1950, Linen, Fir
By Pierre Jeanneret, Ficks Reed
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Folding Scissor Chairs by Ficks Reed C. 1950, new beige linen upholstery, fir wood.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Fir

Rare Folding Scissor Chairs by Ficks Reed C. 1950, Linen, Fir
By Ficks Reed
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Folding Scissor Chairs by Ficks Reed C. 1950, new beige linen upholstery, fir wood.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Fir

Rare Folding Scissor Chairs by Ficks Reed C. 1950, Linen, Fir
By Ficks Reed, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of rare Folding Scissor Chairs by Ficks Reed C. 1950, new beige linen upholstery, fir wood.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Fir

Antique plantation chair with handwoven cane and fold out footrests, circa 1920S
Located in Houston, TX
reclining lounge chair has an adjustable rattan backrest thats secured with solid port pegs, and the fold
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Mid-20th Century European British Colonial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Angel Pazmiño "Butterfly" Folding Chair, Tooled Leather and Mahogany, 1960 s
By Angel Pazmino
Located in Culver City, CA
. Meet the Butterfly Chair, a rare folding beauty that effortlessly blends master craftsmanship with
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Vintage 1960s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Pair of Gabriella Folding Chairs Model D.270.2 by Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Atlanta, GA
Designed in his later years in 1970, Gio Ponti's Gabriella folding chair model no D.270.2 is a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Horgen Glarus Modell 903 by Kurt Culetto Cognac Swiss Folding Spanish Chair
By Horgen-Glarus
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This folding chair was designed by Kurt Culetto. It was produced by Switzerland Manufacturer Horgen
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Folding Chair in Oak and Natural Sheepskin, Preben Thorsen, 1950s
By Morten Olsen Son
Located in Odense, DK
Rare and iconic Danish scissor folding chair in solid oak by Preben Thorsen for cabinetmaker Morten
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Oak

Scandinavian Modern Erik Magnussen Z Down Folding Chairs by Torben Orskov, Pair
By Torben Orskov, Erik Magnussen
Located in Topeka, KS
Impressive vintage Scandinavian Modern Erik Magnussen Z Down folding chairs by Torben Orzkov in
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1970s Joe Colombo 907 Folding Safari Chair in Linen, Leather, Wood and Steel
By Joe Colombo
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Colombo Folding Safari Lounge Chair, Model 907, designed (we believe) by Joe Colombo. The
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Japanese old modern Maruni Studio Folding Lounge webbing Chair
Located in Niiza, JP
packaging size: 750mm W x 1150mm H x 250mm D, 22kg This is an oak folding lounge chair made by the Maruni
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20th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Oak, Wood

Exquisite Set of Molinari Foldable Easy Chairs Designed by Teun van Zanten 1970s
By Molinari, Teun van Zanten
Located in Voorburg, NL
with organic shape. The chairs are easy going as they are foldable. They remain in an excellent
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

1960s Fully Restored Hans J. Wegner model JH 512 Folding Chair New Rattan Cane
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s fully restored Hans J. Wegner model JH 512 folding chair new rattan and cane. Hans J
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Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Gio Ponti for Walter Ponti Gabriella Folding Chairs Model D.270.2 Black
By Walter Ponti, Gio Ponti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An absolutely beautiful and very rare pair of folding chairs from iconic designer Gio Ponti
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Pair of Mid Century Modern Folding Chairs in beech and paper cord by Ebert Wels
By Ebert Wels
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a pair of Mid Century Modern folding chairs designed by Ebert Wels
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Vintage 1960s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Beech

Postmodern armchair in folded metal Italy 1980s
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Zanini. Unattributed yet undeniably meticulous in its craftsmanship, the chair is a testament to the
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Folds, Single Sofa with Grey Boucle Upholstery
By Jialun Xiong
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Folds Single Sofa Materials: aluminum, boucle upholstery Dimensions: W35 x D38 x H27.5 inches
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2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Gio Ponti Ninfea Folding Chairs in Wood and White Fabric by Reguitti 1960s Italy
By Fratelli Reguitti, Gio Ponti
Located in Cascina, Pisa
A Ninfea (or Pieghevole Ninfea) folding lounge chair with a structure in the wood, seat, and back
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

An Early 20th Century French Art Deco Satinwood Cane Folding Armchair 1920s
Located in Reading, Berkshire
An Early 20th Century French Art Deco Satinwood Cane Folding Armchair 1920s
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Satinwood

Japanese old modern Maruni Studio Folding Lounge webbing Chair2
Located in Niiza, JP
packaging size: 750mm W x 1150mm H x 250mm D, 22kg This is an oak folding lounge chair made by the Maruni
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20th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Wood, Oak

Transat Folding Deck Chair Patio Lounger, Chaise Longue, Bambo Wood and Fabric
Located in Carimate, Como
Folding deck chair or lounger chair, with 3 different positions. Very comfortable for patio or
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1950 s Original Folding Lounge Side Chairs
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's Original Folding Lounge Side Chairs. Fun practical side chairs made in Sapele wood. Strong
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Vintage 1950s Czech Chairs

Materials

Wood

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Folding Lounge Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the folding lounge chair you’re looking for. Each folding lounge chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and fabric. Find 194 options for an antique or vintage folding lounge chair now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect folding lounge chair — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A folding lounge chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one folding lounge chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen and Takeshi Nii produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Folding Lounge Chair?

Prices for a folding lounge chair start at $279 and top out at $65,000 with the average selling for $2,050.

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 Folding Lounge Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024
    A 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether 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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The most comfortable folding chair is really a matter of preference. When shopping for folding chairs, you’ll want to think about how you’ll use them, how often you’ll be using them and if you have a preference with respect to materials. Shop antique, vintage and new folding chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Nathaniel Alexander invented the folding chair in 1911. During the 1950s, demand for the chairs skyrocketed with furniture makers like the Fredric Arnold Company in Brooklyn, New York, producing thousands every day. Find a variety of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Opinions vary on who designed the folding chair. Chairs designed to fold have existed since the ancient world, with examples found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Some people argue that the original designer of the modern-day folding chair was John Cram, who patented an idea for a folding chair in 1855. However, others believe that Philip E.G. Harrison should get the credit because his 1931 design more closely resembles the modern-day folding chair. Nathaniel Alexander also contributed to the development of the folding chair with his 1911 chair that included a book rest, as did Frederic Arnold, who created the first folding aluminum chair in 1947. Shop a selection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Chairs that fold up are usually called folding chairs. However, people may refer to them as collapsible chairs as well. Other names for folding chairs designed for outdoor use include deck chairs, beach chairs, lawn chairs, camping chairs and patio chairs. Shop a collection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Whether 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    How 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Not 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The 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, 2023
    Opinions 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, 2023
    Although 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 1, 2023
    A fancy lounge chair is sometimes called a chaise lounge. This type of chair has an elongated shape that supports the sitters legs as well as their upper bodies. The name is French and translates to "long chair." On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chaise lounges from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    An indoor lounge chair is sometimes called a chaise longue. However, some people refer to chairs that allow you to elevate your feet while you sit as "lounge chairs," regardless of whether they are indoors or outdoors. Chaise longues differ from recliners, which have moving footrests that can be raised and lowered. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage lounge chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    What a Victorian lounge chair is called depends on its style. A piece that is long and narrow and has a raised headrest on one end and a lower backrest on the other is a fainting couch. Upholstered chairs that have long, extended seats meant for reclining are chaise longues. Find a collection of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Bedroom lounge chairs are sometimes called chaise longues. The name is French for “long chair” and generally refers to a chair with the length of a sofa and the shape of a chair. It's also acceptable to refer to them simply as lounge chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of lounge chairs.