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Large 43" Leather Rhino Stool by Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie Fitch, Signed
By Abercrombie Fitch, Dimitri Omersa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
to a coffee table, a foot stool or armrest next to your favorite lounge chair or reading armchair or
Category

Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

Leather Superking Rhino by Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie Fitch, Signed
By Abercrombie Fitch, Dimitri Omersa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
favorite lounge chair or reading armchair or use as dining table bench seating for one side of the table
Category

Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

Leather Rhino Stool by Dimitri Omersa for Abercrombie Fitch, Signed
By Dimitri Omersa, Abercrombie Fitch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
favorite lounge chair or reading armchair or consider pairing two of the facing opposite directions as
Category

Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Footstools

Materials

Leather

Mid Century Armchairs in the Style of Gio Ponti
Located in Conversano, IT
Comfort: Comfortable and ergonomic, ideal for relaxation Typical Use: Perfect as lounge or reading chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Lounge chair and ottoman with reading stand by Bruno Mathsson
Located in New York, NY
Rare Eva Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson, Varnamo, with
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20th Century Swedish Chaise Longues

Materials

Birch, Leather

English Fireside Reading Lounge
Located in Woodbury, CT
Of late William IV origin, with copious front leg and arm support turnings with a black lacquered old finish; a low and very comfortable library armchair. Likely intended for firesid...
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Antique 19th Century English William IV Lounge Chairs

Edwardian Leather Reading Easy Chair
Located in Salisbury, Wiltshire
Edwardian leather reading easy chair Here we have this striking chair that is great to sit back
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Antique 1890s Great Britain (UK) Edwardian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

19th Century Victorian Reading/Reclining Chair
By J Foot Son
Located in Antwerp, BE
table and a adjustable reading stand that can be moved in or out. The arms of the chair can be moved
Category

Antique 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Victorian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Early Bruno Matthson chair with reading plate - 1936
By Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Early Bruno Matthson chair with reading plate. Produced at Mathssons own factory in 1936 this is
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Beech

English Country House Victorian Red Leather Library Reading Chair
Located in Salisbury, Wiltshire
Victorian leather reading chair This Victorian leather reading chair was made circa 1860
Category

Antique 1850s English Victorian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

English William IV Mahogany Buttoned Leather Reading Chair, 19th Century
Located in Salisbury, Wiltshire
19th century button back leather reading easy chair This 19th century. Button back leather reading
Category

Antique 1830s English William IV Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

George Smith Style Club Lounge Chairs, Wood Turned Legs on Brass Castors
By George Smith
Located in Stamford, CT
, extremely comfortable and in fantastic condition, they make for the perfect pair of reading or lounge chairs.
Category

Early 2000s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Highback Teak Recliner
Located in New York, NY
upholstered seat and back. May be used upright as a lounge or reading chair or lifted and tilted back as a
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Lounge Chairs

Materials

Teak, Foam

Vintage Adjustable Chaise Longue by Pascaud
By Dr. Pascaud 1
Located in Antwerp, BE
A fantastic adjustable lounge reading chair by Pascaud, Paris, circa 1925. New interior, springs
Category

Vintage 1920s French Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Linen, Wood

Lou Hodges Leather Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
or lounge chair.
Category

20th Century Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Late 19th Century Button-Back Leather Tub Armchair, circa 1900
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
chair indeed, perfect for lounging, reading or watching. This chair could be grouped with that of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Dorchester, MA
for comfort and function. High-backed reading or lounge chair #5961
Category

20th Century American Armchairs

Z - form Floor Lamp
Located in Lambertville, NJ
standard socket. Excellent for lounge chair/reading use.
Category

20th Century Italian Floor Lamps

Koch Lowy Standing Lamps
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Great lamp for lounge chair/reading. Koch & Lowy design from the 1960's. Has fixed height with an
Category

20th Century American Floor Lamps

Model #406 Armchairs Pair by Alvar Aalto, Made in Finland for ICF
By Alvar Aalto, ICF New York
Located in Denver, CO
well suited as a lounge or reading chair from living room to bedroom or study. Designed in 1939, the
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Antique Mid-19th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Textile, Birch

Late Victorian Upholstered Easy Armchair c.1880-1900
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
so in very good order all round. It proves a very comfortable chair indeed, perfect for lounging
Category

Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Floor Lamp by Robert Sonneman for Kovacs, Metal in Black and Gold, 1980s
Located in Chicago, IL
base. Perfect proportions and balance on a petite floor lamp, ideal for reading next to a lounge-chair
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Cognac Leather Mario Bellini Cab 414 Armchair for Cassina Italy
By Mario Bellini
Located in Bali, ID
reading chair then a dining chair.Fauteuille relax chair.Price NEW from Cassina is 4800euro. H79 W69 D60
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Good Late 19th Century Button-Back Leather Armchair, circa 1900
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
little stiff. It proves a very comfortable chair indeed, perfect for lounging, reading or watching
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Leather

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Reading Lounge Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of reading lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct reading lounge chairs — often made from wood, fabric and walnut — can elevate any home. Reading lounge chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of reading lounge chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Victorian reading lounge chairs are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made reading lounge chairs over the years, but those made by Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen and Paul McCobb are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Reading Lounge Chairs?

Prices for reading lounge chairs start at $1,025 and top out at $14,000 with the average selling for $4,950.
Questions About Reading Lounge Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best chair for reading is ultimately a matter of preference. You’ll want to think about a comfortable chair that will be suitable to sit in for a long period — think about form, upholstery, whether the chair will support your back and neck properly and more. Keep your space constrictions in mind as well as your budget. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, new and vintage chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A good reading chair will have a high, firm back to provide enough support to the neck and back. It should also have comfortable armrests so that one’s arms are relaxed and it is easy to prop a book. A plush upholstered cushion for the seat will make the reading experience even better. Find a collection of antique and vintage reading chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the Eames lounge chair is ergonomic. The Eames lounge chair and ottoman are created with molded plywood and leather designed to curve to the human form. The Eames lounge chair is a highly coveted furniture item by both home décor enthusiasts and vintage collectors alike. Shop a selection of Eames lounge chairs on reputable sites, such as 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    The 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.
  • 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 ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Many people call a lounge chair for the living room a chaise longue, meaning "long chair” in French. It's also perfectly acceptable to call a living room chair a lounge chair, as the term doesn't only apply to outdoor furniture. Find a wide variety of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.