What is a recliner chair?

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?

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.

What is the best leather recliner chair?

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.

Do chairs and ottomans have to match?

No, chairs and ottomans don’t have to match. While you can often purchase matching ottomans for chairs, there is no rule about how to style furniture. Pieces with a similar shape, color or material can coordinate even if they aren’t a matched set. Find a range of chairs and ottomans on 1stDibs.

Reclining Chair Ottoman

Ekornes Stressless Ottoman

Scandinavian Leather Recliner

MCM Plycraft Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Saddle Color Italian Leather Attributed

$4,995 / set

MCM Plycraft Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Saddle Color Italian Leather Attributed

By Plycraft

Located in Topeka, KS

And, while everyone loves a good SWIVEL… some appreciate the recline option! This chair and ottoman are full of comfort, versatility, impeccable style, and the set is going to be stu...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage De Sede DS 50 brown Buffalo leather patchwork lounge chair with ottoman

$3,000

Vintage De Sede DS 50 brown Buffalo leather patchwork lounge chair with ottoman

By De Sede

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage De Sede DS 50 brown Buffalo leather patchwork lounge chair with ottoman. Chair reclines back far and low.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Foam, Wood

Knoll Antimott Recliner Wingback Lounge Chair & ottoman

$4,037

Knoll Antimott Recliner Wingback Lounge Chair & ottoman

By Wilhelm Knoll

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Wilhelm Knoll Antimott Recliner Lounge Wingback Chair with Ottoman Germany, 1960s Original vintage condition with the original yellow wool upholstery.

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

British Colonial Style Bamboo Recliner Chair with Ottoman

$3,500

British Colonial Style Bamboo Recliner Chair with Ottoman

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Mid century recliner chair crafted in bamboo and bent bamboo with caned seating featuring a pull out ottoman and Morris style reclining back.

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Mid-20th Century Philippine British Colonial Chaise Longues

Materials

Bamboo

Vintage de Sede DS-50 Brown Leather Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman

$1,488 / set

Vintage de Sede DS-50 Brown Leather Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By De Sede

Located in Garching a. d. Alz, DE

Vintage de Sede DS-50 Brown Leather Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman An original de Sede DS-50 lounge chair with matching ottoman, crafted in Switzerland and upholstered in rich b...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid Century Walnut Recliner Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Alf Svensson for Dux

$3,450 / set

Mid Century Walnut Recliner Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Alf Svensson for Dux

By Dux of Sweden, Alf Svensson

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Designed by Alf Svensson for Dux, this iconic mid-century modern reclining armchair and matching ottoman set combines master-level wood craft with versatile comfort. Both pieces feat...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Attributed Black Leather Recliner Ottoman Set

$3,200

Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Attributed Black Leather Recliner Ottoman Set

By Milo Baughman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This Mid-Century Modern recliner lounge chair and matching ottoman set are attributed to Milo Baughman.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Walnut

Walse Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau, Italy, 1990s

$6,301 / set

Walse Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau, Italy, 1990s

By Tito Agnoli, Poltrona Frau

Located in Traversetolo, IT

The chair features a reclining backrest, original castors and a matching ottoman.

Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

1980s Stick Reed Rattan Sofa & Chair Living room Set w/ Overstuffed Cushions

$18,750 / set

1980s Stick Reed Rattan Sofa & Chair Living room Set w/ Overstuffed Cushions

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Full Art Deco-style "Presidents" Stick Reed Rattan Living Room Set, with a reclining Lounge chair, ottoman and a 3-seat sofa.

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

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Reclining Chair Ottoman For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the reclining chair ottoman you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each reclining chair ottoman for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and animal skin. Find 194 options for an antique or vintage reclining chair ottoman now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a reclining chair ottoman — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right reclining chair ottoman, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig and Milo Baughman each produced at least one beautiful reclining chair ottoman that is worth considering.

How Much is a Reclining Chair Ottoman?

Prices for a reclining chair ottoman can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $225 and can go as high as $17,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,600.

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 Reclining Chair Ottoman

What is a recliner chair?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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.
What is the best leather recliner chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
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.
Do chairs and ottomans have to match?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
No, chairs and ottomans don’t have to match. While you can often purchase matching ottomans for chairs, there is no rule about how to style furniture. Pieces with a similar shape, color or material can coordinate even if they aren’t a matched set. Find a range of chairs and ottomans on 1stDibs.

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