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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

French Reclining Lounge Chair
French Reclining Lounge Chair

French Reclining Lounge Chair

$8,400
H 33 in W 25 in D 36 in
19th Century French Reclining Wing Chair
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th century highly unusual French Louis XVI painted reclining wing chair. The very high back with
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Wingback Chairs

Materials

Linen, Wood

19th Century French Reclining Wing Chair
19th Century French Reclining Wing Chair

19th Century French Reclining Wing Chair

$5,934
H 56.7 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
French 18th Century Reclining Wing Chair
Located in London, GB
18th century highly unusual French Louis XVI painted reclining wing chair. The very high back
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Wingback Chairs

Materials

Linen, Wood

French 18th Century Reclining Wing Chair
French 18th Century Reclining Wing Chair

French 18th Century Reclining Wing Chair

$6,428
H 56.7 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
1930s French Art Deco Reclining Moleskin Chairs
Located in Torrance, CA
Set of two (x2) rare 1930s French Art Deco Reclining Lounge Chairs! These chairs were hand crafted
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1930s French Art Deco Reclining Moleskin Chairs
1930s French Art Deco Reclining Moleskin Chairs

1930s French Art Deco Reclining Moleskin Chairs

$6,000 / set
H 34 in W 26 in D 35 in
Rustic Reclining Chairs in Handcrafted Wicker, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
These sculptural reclining chairs, dating to the 1950s, feature a hand-bound wicker construction
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Vintage 1950s French Rustic Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Rustic Reclining Chairs in Handcrafted Wicker, France, 1950s
Rustic Reclining Chairs in Handcrafted Wicker, France, 1950s

Rustic Reclining Chairs in Handcrafted Wicker, France, 1950s

$3,950 / item
H 37.41 in W 26.38 in D 29.53 in
Antique French Reclining Armchair With Iron Adjusting Hardware
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Antique French reclining armchair pair upholstered in thick heavy woven linen-like fabric in taupe
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Iron

Antique French Reclining Armchair With Iron Adjusting Hardware
Antique French Reclining Armchair With Iron Adjusting Hardware

Antique French Reclining Armchair With Iron Adjusting Hardware

$11,000 / set
H 48.5 in W 25.75 in D 25 in
French Art Deco Rattan Lounge Chair / Recliner / Chaise Longue, 1920
Located in New York, NY
Authentic French Art Deco Chaise Lounge in Bamboo and Rattan circa 1920 with rattan woven in a
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

French Art Deco Rattan Lounge Chair / Recliner / Chaise Longue, 1920
French Art Deco Rattan Lounge Chair / Recliner / Chaise Longue, 1920

French Art Deco Rattan Lounge Chair / Recliner / Chaise Longue, 1920

$1,722 Sale Price
40% Off
H 38.5 in W 65 in D 28.25 in
Arne Vodder Sculpted Teak Reclining Lounge Chair for France Son
By Arne Vodder
Located in Winnipeg, MB
Stunning model FD164 teak recliner designed by Arne Vodder in 1962 for France & Son, Denmark. This
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Vintage 1960s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Arne Vodder Sculpted Teak Reclining Lounge Chair for France Son
Arne Vodder Sculpted Teak Reclining Lounge Chair for France Son

Arne Vodder Sculpted Teak Reclining Lounge Chair for France Son

$3,995
H 38 in W 31 in D 30 in
1950s Recliner Chair Newly Upholstered in Pure Mohair
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
1950s Recliner Chair Newly Upholstered in a luxurious dark brown (with a hint of grey) 100% mohair
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Beech, Plywood

1950s Recliner Chair Newly Upholstered in Pure Mohair
1950s Recliner Chair Newly Upholstered in Pure Mohair

1950s Recliner Chair Newly Upholstered in Pure Mohair

$4,120
H 30.71 in W 25.99 in D 44.1 in
1930s relax, folding, reclining deckchair
Located in Brecht, BE
a very comfortable reclining deckchair ... original fabric, in very good vintage condition ... can
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Early 20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Fruitwood

1930s relax, folding, reclining deckchair
1930s relax, folding, reclining deckchair

1930s relax, folding, reclining deckchair

$2,332
H 49.61 in W 25.6 in D 66.93 in
Grand Repos Reclining Lounge Chair by Jean Prouvé with original Ottoman
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Weesp, NL
1980s Grand Repos Reclining Lounge Chair by Jean Prouvé — With Original Ottoman in Superb Condition
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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Grand Repos Reclining Lounge Chair by Jean Prouvé with original Ottoman
Grand Repos Reclining Lounge Chair by Jean Prouvé with original Ottoman

Grand Repos Reclining Lounge Chair by Jean Prouvé with original Ottoman

$13,158
H 37.01 in W 25.6 in D 42.13 in
Mid-19th Century Gothic Revival English Walnut Reclining Arm Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
England during the same era, may even resemble the French monarch’s reclinable chair. Intended for an
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Antique Mid-19th Century Gothic Revival Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-19th Century Gothic Revival English Walnut Reclining Arm Chair
Mid-19th Century Gothic Revival English Walnut Reclining Arm Chair

Mid-19th Century Gothic Revival English Walnut Reclining Arm Chair

$2,150
H 25 in W 29 in D 37 in
18th Century French Leather Reclining Chair
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rare early reclining chair in walnut with leather. Notched bracket allows back to recline in three
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Antique 18th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

18th Century French Leather Reclining Chair
18th Century French Leather Reclining Chair

18th Century French Leather Reclining Chair

$6,980
H 49 in W 27 in D 28 in
Pair of French 1950 s Reclining Lounge Garden Chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
These wonderful French regency wrought iron chairs in white recline with a chain adjustment to rear
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Vintage 1950s French Regency Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of French 1950 s Reclining Lounge Garden Chairs
Pair of French 1950 s Reclining Lounge Garden Chairs

Pair of French 1950 s Reclining Lounge Garden Chairs

$9,200 / set
H 38 in W 28 in D 30 in
Mid 19th century French empire mahogany and leather reclining chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine quality mid 19th century French mahogany and leather reclining chair circa 1860. We are
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Armchairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Mid 19th century French empire mahogany and leather reclining chair
Mid 19th century French empire mahogany and leather reclining chair

Mid 19th century French empire mahogany and leather reclining chair

$6,524
H 52 in W 28.5 in D 38.5 in
Adjustable Reclining Napoleon III Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique find! Very comfortable reclining chaise lounge. Great vintage detailing in the mechanism to
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Antique 19th Century French Chaise Longues

Materials

Linen, Oak

Adjustable Reclining Napoleon III Chair
Adjustable Reclining Napoleon III Chair

Adjustable Reclining Napoleon III Chair

$6,500
H 40 in W 60 in D 35 in
19th Century French Reclining Leather Armchair
Located in Southampton, GB
Beautiful, wide scale French 19th century reclining chair. Upholstered traditionally in Italian
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Antique 1880s French Armchairs

Materials

Leather

19th Century French Reclining Leather Armchair
19th Century French Reclining Leather Armchair

19th Century French Reclining Leather Armchair

$3,461 Sale Price
30% Off
H 40.6 in W 30.9 in D 35.4 in
French 17th Century Walnut and Leather Covered Reclining or Ratchet Chair
Located in Troy, NY
Reclining or "Ratchet" Chair of Louis XIV period and very comfortable proportions, the turned front
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Antique Late 17th Century French Louis XIII Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

French 17th Century Walnut and Leather Covered Reclining or Ratchet Chair
French 17th Century Walnut and Leather Covered Reclining or Ratchet Chair

French 17th Century Walnut and Leather Covered Reclining or Ratchet Chair

$5,800
H 43.5 in W 27 in D 33 in
Art Deco Reclining Bentwood Armchair Lounge Chair Set, 1930 s
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Art Deco design reclining armchair fauteuil lounge chair set of 2, made in France, 1930's
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

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Velvet, Walnut, Bentwood

Art Deco Reclining Bentwood Armchair Lounge Chair Set, 1930 s
Art Deco Reclining Bentwood Armchair Lounge Chair Set, 1930 s

Art Deco Reclining Bentwood Armchair Lounge Chair Set, 1930 s

$2,488 Sale Price / set
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H 34.65 in W 27.56 in D 33.86 in

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French Reclining Chair
Located in Birmingham, AL
Comfortable and inviting reclining chair. Reclines to feel similar to a hammock.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Country Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fruitwood

French Reclining Chair
French Reclining Chair

French Reclining Chair

H 45.5 in W 26 in D 40.5 in
Military reclining chair
Located in Ramatuelle, PACA
Rare foldable reclining chairs used by officers in the French army. Produced until 1914 by the
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20th Century French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Military reclining chair

Military reclining chair

H 48.43 in W 25.2 in D 19.69 in
Reclining Arne Vodder Easy Chair and Footstool model FD 164
By Arne Vodder, France Søn
Located in Maastricht, NL
Arne Vodder Easy Chair and Footstool model FD 164. The chair reclines in 3 positions which provides
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Reclining Arne Vodder Easy Chair and Footstool model FD 164
Reclining Arne Vodder Easy Chair and Footstool model FD 164

Reclining Arne Vodder Easy Chair and Footstool model FD 164

H 39.37 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Danish Reclining Lounge Chairs, Teak and Leather by Arne Vodder, 1960
By Arne Vodder, France Søn
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Danish Reclining Lounge Chairs, Teak and Leather by Arne Vodder, 1960. Three-position reclining
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Danish Reclining Lounge Chairs, Teak and Leather by Arne Vodder, 1960
Danish Reclining Lounge Chairs, Teak and Leather by Arne Vodder, 1960

Danish Reclining Lounge Chairs, Teak and Leather by Arne Vodder, 1960

H 38.19 in W 31.11 in D 35.04 in
French 1950s Super Lounge Reclining Comfy Pair of Chair
Located in Paris, ile de france
French 1950s super lounge reclining comfy pair of chair.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

French 1950s Super Lounge Reclining Comfy Pair of Chair
French 1950s Super Lounge Reclining Comfy Pair of Chair

French 1950s Super Lounge Reclining Comfy Pair of Chair

H 26.38 in W 30.71 in D 57.09 in
Moa Swivelling Recliner Chair with Ottoman in Vidar Mastic by Keiji Takeuchi
By Keiji Takeuchi
Located in New York, NY
particular with essential objects : this is the art of simplicity. Here, in this reclining armchair and
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21st Century and Contemporary French Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Moa Swivelling Recliner Chair with Ottoman in Vidar Mastic by Keiji Takeuchi
Moa Swivelling Recliner Chair with Ottoman in Vidar Mastic by Keiji Takeuchi

Moa Swivelling Recliner Chair with Ottoman in Vidar Mastic by Keiji Takeuchi

H 16.54 in W 12.21 in D 14.57 in
Pair of Modernist Reclining Lounge Chairs by Etienne-Henri Martin, circa 1937
By Etienne-Henri Martin
Located in New York, NY
, splayed tapering legs, a tight back and loose seat cushion. The backs of the chairs recline and are
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Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Pair of Modernist Reclining Lounge Chairs by Etienne-Henri Martin, circa 1937
Pair of Modernist Reclining Lounge Chairs by Etienne-Henri Martin, circa 1937

Pair of Modernist Reclining Lounge Chairs by Etienne-Henri Martin, circa 1937

H 33.5 in W 33 in D 25.5 in
Early Century, French Reclining Walnut Voltaire Chair
Located in Madrid, ES
Walnut Voltaire armchair with new upholstery in gray-blue tones. The backrest can be tilted back with a lever system under the armrests. Ulphostery renewed.  
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Early 20th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut, Wood

Early Century, French Reclining Walnut Voltaire Chair
Early Century, French Reclining Walnut Voltaire Chair

Early Century, French Reclining Walnut Voltaire Chair

H 45.28 in W 24.02 in D 25.6 in
Pair of Reclining Chairs
By Paolo Buffa
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century pair of chairs, reclining back. Oak frame.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Pair of Reclining Chairs
Pair of Reclining Chairs

Pair of Reclining Chairs

H 37 in W 30 in D 35 in
Rare Antique French Napoleon III Period Wrought Iron and Brass Chair, circa 1865
Located in Houston, TX
Antique French Napoleon III upholstered reclining chair, with numerous settings and adjustments
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Antique Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

Rare Antique French Napoleon III Period Wrought Iron and Brass Chair, circa 1865
Rare Antique French Napoleon III Period Wrought Iron and Brass Chair, circa 1865

Rare Antique French Napoleon III Period Wrought Iron and Brass Chair, circa 1865

H 38 in W 28 in D 32 in
Pair of French Reclining Chairs
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair of French reclining chairs in a beautiful dark mahogany finish. Slatted wood with clean lines
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20th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of French Reclining Chairs
Pair of French Reclining Chairs

Pair of French Reclining Chairs

H 30 in W 24 in D 31 in
French Oak Reclining Chairs
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair of French oak chairs in the style of Guillerme and Chambron. Newly upholstered in thick white
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20th Century French Lounge Chairs

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Oak

French Oak Reclining Chairs
French Oak Reclining Chairs

French Oak Reclining Chairs

H 41 in W 26.5 in D 23 in
1940s French Oak Reclining Wingback Chairs
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Wonderful pair of French Oak chairs with wingback floating seats - newly upholstered in "Chanel
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Vintage 1940s French Chairs

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Oak

1940s French Oak Reclining Wingback Chairs
1940s French Oak Reclining Wingback Chairs

1940s French Oak Reclining Wingback Chairs

H 30 in W 25.25 in D 35 in
French Art Deco Reclining Lounge Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
French Art Deco Reclining Lounge Chair, circa 1930's. Sculptural, streamlined form and ultra
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Vintage 1930s French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

French Art Deco Reclining Lounge Chair
French Art Deco Reclining Lounge Chair

French Art Deco Reclining Lounge Chair

H 45 in W 37 in D 24 in
Arne Vodder Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By France Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Arne Vodder reclining teak lounge chair and ottoman for France & Son. This has been newly
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak

Arne Vodder Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Arne Vodder Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Arne Vodder Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman

H 41 in W 30.5 in L 41 in
18thC French Regence Reclining Wing Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
Unusual and rare reclining wing chair.
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Régence Wingback Chairs

Materials

Walnut

18thC French Regence Reclining Wing Chair
18thC French Regence Reclining Wing Chair

18thC French Regence Reclining Wing Chair

H 42 in W 27 in D 23 in
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Reclining Chair
Located in New Orleans, LA
An exceptional 18th century French Louis XV reclining chair, featuring a hand-carved walnut frame
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Chairs

Materials

Iron

18th Century French Louis XV Antique Reclining Chair
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Reclining Chair

18th Century French Louis XV Antique Reclining Chair

H 42.5 in W 29 in D 29 in
Napoleon Campaign Reclining Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Napoleon Campaign reclining lounge chair, perfect working condition.
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chairs

Materials

Iron

Napoleon Campaign Reclining Chair
Napoleon Campaign Reclining Chair

Napoleon Campaign Reclining Chair

H 48 in W 67 in D 24 in
French Art Deco reclining Lounge chair, 1930s
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Art Deco reclining Lounge chair, France 1930s. Interesting powerful and masculine design made from
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Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Oak

French Art Deco reclining Lounge chair, 1930s
French Art Deco reclining Lounge chair, 1930s

French Art Deco reclining Lounge chair, 1930s

H 33.08 in W 25.99 in D 36.23 in
French 1950s Recliner
Located in Pasadena, CA
High back recliner upholstered in anthracite flannel. Uniquely shaped arms are perfect for comfort
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Vintage 1950s French Club Chairs

Materials

Oak, Upholstery

French 1950s Recliner
French 1950s Recliner

French 1950s Recliner

H 16 in W 29 in D 34.5 in
Reclining Wingback Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
This unusual high back winged armchair has notched metal sidebars that allow it to recline to
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Early 20th Century French Wingback Chairs

Materials

Oak, Upholstery

Reclining Wingback Chair
Reclining Wingback Chair

Reclining Wingback Chair

H 48 in W 25 in D 27 in
Danish Modern Reclining Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Arne Vodder
By France Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning danish reclining lounge chair and ottoman, model FD-164, designed by Arne Vodder for
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Danish Modern Reclining Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Arne Vodder
Danish Modern Reclining Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Arne Vodder

Danish Modern Reclining Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Arne Vodder

H 39 in W 30.5 in D 33.5 in
Pair of Vintage French Reclining Patio Chairs
Located in Pasadena, CA
Sit down or recline in these fabulous vintage French reclining patio chairs. The frames have been
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20th Century Lounge Chairs

Materials

Linen, Wood

Pair of Vintage French Reclining Patio Chairs
Pair of Vintage French Reclining Patio Chairs

Pair of Vintage French Reclining Patio Chairs

H 33.5 in W 37 in D 27 in
Adjustable Reclining Upholstered Wing Chair, France, 18th Century
Located in New York, NY
18th century French adjustable ratchet recline wing chair. Recently reupholstered in vintage
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Antique 18th Century French Wingback Chairs

Adjustable Reclining Upholstered Wing Chair, France, 18th Century
Adjustable Reclining Upholstered Wing Chair, France, 18th Century

Adjustable Reclining Upholstered Wing Chair, France, 18th Century

H 49 in W 32 in D 34 in
Reclining Wooden Lounge Chair
Located in New York City, NY
Reclining Wooden Lounge Chair with Spindle Back, Newly upholstered in Natural + Pale Blue Woven
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20th Century French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Linen

Reclining Wooden Lounge Chair
Reclining Wooden Lounge Chair

Reclining Wooden Lounge Chair

H 36.5 in W 28.75 in D 36 in
Reclining Lounge Chair FD 16 and Ottoman by Arne Vodder
By France Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful piece of Danish modern design and craftsmanship. The backrest can be set to three different positions, thus enabling various seating experiences or uses. Original spring ...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Wool

Reclining Lounge Chair FD 16 and Ottoman by Arne Vodder
Reclining Lounge Chair FD 16 and Ottoman by Arne Vodder

Reclining Lounge Chair FD 16 and Ottoman by Arne Vodder

H 38.19 in W 30.71 in D 33.47 in
French Deco Reclining Club Chair, circa 1915, Newly Upholstered
Located in Houston, TX
reclining club chair is both a chair and lounger. With a metal rod to secure the recline, the chair back can
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Early 20th Century French Club Chairs

Materials

Iron

French Deco Reclining Club Chair, circa 1915, Newly Upholstered
French Deco Reclining Club Chair, circa 1915, Newly Upholstered

French Deco Reclining Club Chair, circa 1915, Newly Upholstered

H 34 in W 26.5 in D 66 in
Reclining Wing Chairs in Crewel Velvet, France circa 1880
Located in Culver City, CA
Reclining Wing Chairs in Crewel Velvet France circa 1880 Newly upholstered in velvet crewel by
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Antique 19th Century French Wingback Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Reclining Wing Chairs in Crewel Velvet, France circa 1880
Reclining Wing Chairs in Crewel Velvet, France circa 1880

Reclining Wing Chairs in Crewel Velvet, France circa 1880

H 48.75 in W 28 in D 46 in
Mid 19th century French mahogany and leather reclining chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine quality mid 19th century french mahogany and leather reclining chair circa 1860. We are
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Mid 19th century French mahogany and leather reclining chair
Mid 19th century French mahogany and leather reclining chair

Mid 19th century French mahogany and leather reclining chair

H 52 in W 28.5 in D 38.5 in
Arne Vodder FD-164, Teak Recliner, Adjustable 3-Positions, France Son Denmark
By France Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Arne Vodder FD-164, teak recliner, adjustable three positions, France & Son Denmark, new replaced
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Arne Vodder FD-164, Teak Recliner, Adjustable 3-Positions, France Son Denmark
Arne Vodder FD-164, Teak Recliner, Adjustable 3-Positions, France Son Denmark

Arne Vodder FD-164, Teak Recliner, Adjustable 3-Positions, France Son Denmark

H 37.25 in W 31 in D 29 in
Reclining Lounge Chair FD 164 with Ottoman by Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s
By France Søn, Arne Vodder
Located in Berlin, DE
This lounge chair with pouf are good examples of the great craftsmanship of Arne Vodder. A modest
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Reclining Lounge Chair FD 164 with Ottoman by Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s
Reclining Lounge Chair FD 164 with Ottoman by Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s

Reclining Lounge Chair FD 164 with Ottoman by Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s

H 38.98 in W 30.71 in D 31.5 in
vintage armchair recliner Everstyl France
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage armchair recliner Everstyl France Multifunctional lounge chair from Everstyl. Can be
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Vintage 1970s French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

vintage armchair recliner Everstyl France
vintage armchair recliner Everstyl France

vintage armchair recliner Everstyl France

H 42.13 in W 33.08 in D 35.44 in
18th C. Antique French Louis XIII "Reclining" Chair w/Aubusson
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Original early 18th century French recliner still retaining its fine 17th century aubusson
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

18th C. Antique French Louis XIII "Reclining" Chair w/Aubusson
18th C. Antique French Louis XIII "Reclining" Chair w/Aubusson

18th C. Antique French Louis XIII "Reclining" Chair w/Aubusson

H 45.75 in W 27 in D 33.25 in
French Vintage Reclining Armchair Ottoman
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
position by gentle pressure, forcing the seat forward and the back into recline for your comfort. The chair
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20th Century French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

French Vintage Reclining Armchair Ottoman
French Vintage Reclining Armchair Ottoman

French Vintage Reclining Armchair Ottoman

H 32.75 in W 26.38 in D 35.75 in
Audoux Minet Reclining Lounge Chairs Ottoman
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fantastic pair of Audoux Minet reclining lounge chairs with newly upholstered seat cushions and
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Vintage 1950s French Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Audoux Minet Reclining Lounge Chairs Ottoman
Audoux Minet Reclining Lounge Chairs Ottoman

Audoux Minet Reclining Lounge Chairs Ottoman

H 34 in W 26 in D 41 in
Fine Quality Mid-19th Century French Mahogany and Leather Reclining Chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine quality mid-19th century French mahogany and leather reclining chair circa 1860. We are
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Antique Mid-19th Century French High Victorian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Fine Quality Mid-19th Century French Mahogany and Leather Reclining Chair
Fine Quality Mid-19th Century French Mahogany and Leather Reclining Chair

Fine Quality Mid-19th Century French Mahogany and Leather Reclining Chair

H 52 in W 28.5 in D 38.5 in
Pair of French Art Deco Reclining Sling Leather Lounge Chairs, 1940s
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Art Deco reclining sling back leather lounge chairs. During production, the wooden parts
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Pair of French Art Deco Reclining Sling Leather Lounge Chairs, 1940s
Pair of French Art Deco Reclining Sling Leather Lounge Chairs, 1940s

Pair of French Art Deco Reclining Sling Leather Lounge Chairs, 1940s

H 27.56 in W 24.02 in D 27.56 in
Fine Quality Mid-19th Century French Mahogany and Leather Reclining Chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine quality mid-19th century French mahogany and leather reclining chair, circa 1860. We are
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Antique Mid-19th Century French High Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Fine Quality Mid-19th Century French Mahogany and Leather Reclining Chair
Fine Quality Mid-19th Century French Mahogany and Leather Reclining Chair

Fine Quality Mid-19th Century French Mahogany and Leather Reclining Chair

H 52 in W 28.5 in D 38.5 in
Arne Vodder FD-164 Teak and Leather Recliner
By Arne Vodder, France Søn
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
This striking chair design is by Arne Vodder for France and Son in the 1960s. Made in Denmark from
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Arne Vodder FD-164 Teak and Leather Recliner
Arne Vodder FD-164 Teak and Leather Recliner

Arne Vodder FD-164 Teak and Leather Recliner

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1960s French recliner in style of Jean Rene
By Jean René Bazaine
Located in London, Lambeth
Cc 1960s French
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Beech

1960s French recliner in style of Jean Rene
1960s French recliner in style of Jean Rene

1960s French recliner in style of Jean Rene

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Pair of 1950 s French Oak Armchairs, Reclinable
Pair of 1950 s French Oak Armchairs, Reclinable

Pair of 1950 s French Oak Armchairs, Reclinable

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French Walnut and Upholstered 19th Century Reclining Bergere

French Walnut and Upholstered 19th Century Reclining Bergere

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Located in Astoria, NY
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French Art Deco Reclining Chaise with Wood Frame
French Art Deco Reclining Chaise with Wood Frame

French Art Deco Reclining Chaise with Wood Frame

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Mid-Century French White Faux Leather and Chrome Recliner by LAMA
Mid-Century French White Faux Leather and Chrome Recliner by LAMA

Mid-Century French White Faux Leather and Chrome Recliner by LAMA

H 43 in W 27 in D 26 in
French Art Deco Recliner Wing Chair by Baker Furniture, Walnut with Brass Detail
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Located in Pound Ridge, NY
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French Art Deco Recliner Wing Chair by Baker Furniture, Walnut with Brass Detail
French Art Deco Recliner Wing Chair by Baker Furniture, Walnut with Brass Detail

French Art Deco Recliner Wing Chair by Baker Furniture, Walnut with Brass Detail

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Pair of Recliners
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of recliners with wood legs by Marco Zanuso with new upholstrey.
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Pair of Recliners
Pair of Recliners

Pair of Recliners

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French Neoclassical Style Red Leather and Brass Reclining Bergere
Located in Atlanta, GA
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French Neoclassical Style Red Leather and Brass Reclining Bergere
French Neoclassical Style Red Leather and Brass Reclining Bergere

French Neoclassical Style Red Leather and Brass Reclining Bergere

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French Louis XIII Turned Walnut Leather Upholstered Reclining Armchair
Located in Atlanta, GA
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French Louis XIII Turned Walnut Leather Upholstered Reclining Armchair
French Louis XIII Turned Walnut Leather Upholstered Reclining Armchair

French Louis XIII Turned Walnut Leather Upholstered Reclining Armchair

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"Inspired by an original from 1920s Paris, this is the perfectly proportioned French club chair
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Restoration Hardware 1920s French Parisian Distressed Leather Club Recliner RH
Restoration Hardware 1920s French Parisian Distressed Leather Club Recliner RH

Restoration Hardware 1920s French Parisian Distressed Leather Club Recliner RH

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French Victorian Period Fruitwood Faux Bamboo Reclining Armchair, circa 1875
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French Victorian Period Fruitwood Faux Bamboo Reclining Armchair, circa 1875
French Victorian Period Fruitwood Faux Bamboo Reclining Armchair, circa 1875

French Victorian Period Fruitwood Faux Bamboo Reclining Armchair, circa 1875

H 43 in W 25 in D 26 in
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Located in Peabody, MA
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Pair of Art Deco Reclining Leather and Walnut Lounge Chairs, Ca. 1930s
Pair of Art Deco Reclining Leather and Walnut Lounge Chairs, Ca. 1930s

Pair of Art Deco Reclining Leather and Walnut Lounge Chairs, Ca. 1930s

H 27 in W 25 in D 32 in
Roche Bobois Leather Recliner Ottoman
Located in Pasadena, CA
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Leather

Roche Bobois Leather Recliner Ottoman
Roche Bobois Leather Recliner Ottoman

Roche Bobois Leather Recliner Ottoman

H 27 in W 40 in D 37 in
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Located in Culver City, CA
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Monumental Leather Wingback Recliner
Monumental Leather Wingback Recliner

Monumental Leather Wingback Recliner

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Armchair with Reclining System, Jean Prouvé, 1950s
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Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
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Armchair with Reclining System, Jean Prouvé, 1950s
Armchair with Reclining System, Jean Prouvé, 1950s

Armchair with Reclining System, Jean Prouvé, 1950s

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By Dominique
Located in Miami, FL
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Pair of French Art Deco Club Chairs
Pair of French Art Deco Club Chairs

Pair of French Art Deco Club Chairs

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Midcentury Arne Vodder for France & Sons recliner with original fabric # FD-164 Dimensions: 31" W
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Midcentury Arne Vodder for France Sons Recliner with Original Fabric # FD-164
Midcentury Arne Vodder for France Sons Recliner with Original Fabric # FD-164

Midcentury Arne Vodder for France Sons Recliner with Original Fabric # FD-164

H 38 in W 31 in D 31 in

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French Reclining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal French reclining chair for your home. A French reclining chair — often made from wood, fabric and animal skin — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a French reclining chair — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right French reclining chair, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made French reclining chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Arne Vodder, France Søn and John Stuart Inc. are consistently popular.

How Much is a French Reclining Chair?

A French reclining chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,011, while the lowest priced sells for $750 and the highest can go for as much as $30,000.

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.

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Questions About French Reclining Chair
  • What is a recliner chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    A recliner chair is an armchair that moves in such a way that a user can sit with their feet elevated. Usually controlled by a button or lever, the recliner mechanism simultaneously raises the footrest and tilts the backrest. Sofas, loveseats and sectionals may also include recliner functionality. Find a range of recliner chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What was the first reclining chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In 1928, a patent was issued to two American cousins, Edward Knabush and Edwin Shoemaker, which trademarked the design of a reclining wooden bench. This patent would later go on to become La-Z-Boy. Shop a collection of reclining furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    The best leather recliner chair will really be a matter of preference — what kind of recliner do you need? Keep size in mind, especially if you’re working with a small space. You’ll want to prioritize comfort and durability, too. 1stDibs offers a variety of leather recliner chairs.
  • What are French chairs called?
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    French chairs are called bergère. Bergères have an upholstered back and armrests with wooden exposed framing. Bergère continues to be a popular style that adds an elegant touch to any room. You’ll find a selection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A French berère chair is a style of chair with an upholstered back and armrests. These French-style chairs are crafted to be wider than standard chairs with comfort in mind. You’ll find a variety of French berère chairs on 1stDibs.
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    The term French-style chair usually refers to one of two styles of chairs. The first is an upholstered armchair with an exposed wood frame, and the other is a cane chair with loose seat cushions. Both types of French-style chairs are also called bergères. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of bergères from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • What are French bistro chairs made of?
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