Wendell Castle Lounge Chairs
American, 1932-2018
Wendell Castle was an American furniture maker celebrated for his experimental creations in wood and plastic. He was one of the first to create seating, lighting and tables that resemble sculpture, otherwise known as art furniture.
A founding father of the American Studio movement, Castle was known for his craftsmanship and broke new ground in the 1960s with the stack-laminate technique, which involves layering and then sanding thin sheets of wood. In the ’70s, he transitioned to using gel-coated plastic in bright colors.
Castle integrated both mediums in his designs from the 2000s, which, like his vintage pieces, are characterized by curved, biomorphic lines and whimsical undertones (his Molar chair emphasized playfulness and a venturesome sensibility). Ever the innovator, he integrated computers and robots in his later production process to come up with wildly imaginative forms. Castle was working on a new body of work when he passed away in 2018 at the age of 85.
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Creator: Wendell Castle
Wendell Castle "Cloud" Lounge Chair, Signed, USA 2000
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By Wendell Castle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience luxury and sophistication with the Wendell Castle "Cloud" Lounge Chair.
This lounge chair was designed by the late sculptor and furniture maker, Wendell Castle (1932-2018...
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2010s American Modern Wendell Castle Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Postmodern Wendell Castle White Fiberglass "Castle Chair"
By Wendell Castle
Located in West Chester, PA
This striking mid century modern Wendell Castle lounge chair was designed and produced circa 1969. Similar to Castle’s Molar chair, the whimsical, o...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Wendell Castle Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Wendell Castle "Castle Chair" Fiberglass Lounge Chair / Sculpture
By Wendell Castle
Located in Buffalo, NY
Wendell Castle Red Fiberglass "Castle Chair"
red fiberglass,, aRT / sCULPTURE
Iconic fiberglass chair from Wendell Castle's Molar Series in very desirable red color. Original condit...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wendell Castle Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Wendell Castle, Lounge Chair, Fiberglass, USA, 1970s
By Wendell Castle
Located in High Point, NC
A red-lacquered fiberglass lounge chair, designed and produced by Wendell Castle, USA, 1970s.
14.75" seat height
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1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Wendell Castle Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Wendell Castle "Castle Chair" Fiberglass Lounge Chair
By Wendell Castle
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wendell Castle Red Fiberglass "Castle Chair"
red fiberglass
Iconic fiberglass chair from Wendell Castle's Molar Series in very desirable red color. This piece was designed in 1969 as...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wendell Castle Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Mod Fiberglass "Castle Chair" Sculpture Lounge Chair by Wendell Castle
By Wendell Castle
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This vintage lounge chair from the 1970s draws inspiration from Wendell Castle's iconic castle chair, showcasing his mastery of organic, sculptural design. Crafted in vibrant orange ...
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1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Wendell Castle Lounge Chairs
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Vintage Lounge Chair by Wendell Castle
By Wendell Castle
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage lounge chair designed by Wendell Castle circa 1970s. In bright orange with cup holder platform and original rubber foot ring. The chair is a playful design from Wendell Cas...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wendell Castle Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Rubber
1970s Wendell Castle Molar Chair in Fiberglass by Northern Plastics of Syracuse
By Wendell Castle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a rare Molar chair, designed by Wendell Castle and produced by Northern Plastics in Syracuse, New York circa early 1970s. This is a classic and experimental work b...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Wendell Castle Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Early Production Wendell Castle White Fiberglass "Castle Chair" W C embossed mar
By Wendell Castle
Located in Buffalo, NY
This striking mid century modern Wendell Castle lounge chair was designed and produced in the 1960s . Similar to Castle’s Molar chair, the whimsical, organic sculptural form is a sig...
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1960s American Post-Modern Vintage Wendell Castle Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Rubber
1970s Wendell Castle Molar Chair in Fiberglass by Northern Plastics of Syracuse
By Wendell Castle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a rare Molar chair, designed by Wendell Castle and produced by Northern Plastics in Syracuse, New York circa early 1970s. This is a classic and experimental work b...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Wendell Castle Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
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By Wendell Castle
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Wendell Castle lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Wendell Castle lounge chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of plastic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Wendell Castle lounge chairs, although red editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original lounge chairs by Wendell Castle were created in the modern style in united states during the late 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider lounge chairs by Jordan Mozer, John Hutton, and Ralph Lauren. Prices for Wendell Castle lounge chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,800 and can go as high as $35,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,500.
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- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025Wendell Castle is famous for his work as a designer. He was an American furniture maker celebrated for his experimental creations in wood and plastic. He was one of the first to create seating, lighting and tables that resembled sculpture. A founding father of the American Studio movement, Castle was known for his craftsmanship and broke new ground in the 1960s with the stack-laminate technique, which involves layering and then sanding thin sheets of wood. In the ’70s, he transitioned to using gel-coated plastic in bright colors. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Wendell Castle furniture.
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