Designer Lounge Chairs: Mid-Century Modern Icons
Give your living room a chair worth arranging the room around. Explore our designer lounge chairs: the Barcelona’s polished steel and tufted leather, the Eames Lounge’s curved wood and matching ottoman, or the Wegner Shell’s wing-shaped seat.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Are these genuine Barcelona, Eames or Wegner chairs?
No. They are design-inspired reproductions, not authentic licensed originals, and we never claim otherwise. Each is built to match the original design in honest materials, at a fraction of the licensed price.
Is the leather real?
Yes. The Barcelona Chair uses Italian top-grain leather for its cushions and supporting straps. The Eames Lounge uses Italian top-grain leather over high-density open-cell foam. The Wegner Shell Chair uses genuine leather over high-density polyurethane foam.
Which chair should I choose?
Choose the Barcelona for tufted leather and the crisp outline of polished steel. Choose the Eames Lounge and ottoman for a reading or TV corner, with a fixed 105-degree lounge angle and a swivel base. Choose the Wegner Shell for its wing-shaped seat and curved wood silhouette. Allow extra floor space for an ottoman when comparing the Barcelona set and Eames Lounge.
How long does delivery take?
US warehouse orders have an estimated delivery time of 4–7 business days, including 1–2 for handling and 3–5 in transit. The Barcelona Chair is currently Custom Made: it is produced after ordering, with 30–40 calendar days total from order to delivery. Shipping is free within the US.
Business days are Monday through Friday; Barcelona’s estimate uses calendar days. Allow some flexibility if you are planning around a move or a specific date.
What if it does not work in my space?
Request an eligible return or exchange within 30 days after you receive your order. Eligible US returns and exchanges are free, with no restocking fee. Exchanges only require payment or refund of any product price difference.
Original packaging is required. Repack all items, parts and accessories in their original positions, including small hardware in its original inner packing. Contact us before sending anything back so we can arrange pickup.
Inspect all parts on arrival. Report damage or defects immediately with photos and video before assembling the affected item. Report hidden manufacturing defects promptly when discovered. See our Returns & Refunds Policy for the full process and exclusions.
An Honest Word on Replicas
Our Barcelona, Eames Lounge and Wegner Shell chairs are design-inspired reproductions, not licensed originals. Each takes a different approach to the frame, upholstery and silhouette:
| Chair | Construction and upholstery |
|---|---|
| Barcelona | A mirror-polished frame made from solid 304 stainless steel supports tufted cushions on leather straps. The cushions and straps use Italian top-grain leather. Choose Black, White or Cognac, with the chair available on its own or with an ottoman. |
| Eames Lounge | Eight-ply laminated birch shells are finished in wood veneer and paired with a die-cast aluminum base. Italian top-grain leather covers cushions made with high-density open-cell foam. The Premium Tall Version includes a matching ottoman. |
| Wegner Shell | Seven layers of real wood veneer are heat-pressed into the curved seat and backrest, supported by an engineered wood tripod frame and laminated plywood veneer legs. Genuine leather covers high-density polyurethane foam cushions. Hand-finished veneer comes in Palisander, Walnut or Black Ashwood. |
For a closer look at the licensed designs and reproductions, explore our Barcelona original-vs-replica and Eames original-vs-replica guides.
The Lounge Chairs in This Collection
Choose by how you want to use the chair, then check the footprint:
| Chair | Choosing and placing your chair |
|---|---|
| Barcelona | Tufted leather and a polished steel frame suit a structured seating area, either as a single accent or a facing pair. The chair measures 30.3 inches wide by 28.3 inches deep; an optional ottoman adds a separate footprint. |
| Eames Lounge | Choose the chair-and-ottoman set for a dedicated reading or TV corner. Its 105-degree lounge angle is fixed, and the chair swivels through 360 degrees. Allow for a chair footprint of 33.46 inches wide by 36.42 inches deep, plus the ottoman in front. |
| Wegner Shell | The wing-shaped seat and three-legged silhouette make a focal point beside a sofa or near a window. At 36.2 inches wide by 32.6 inches deep, it needs more floor space than its visually light frame might suggest. |
Mark out the footprint on your floor and leave room to approach the seat and walk past nearby furniture. Include any ottoman and the gap you prefer between it and the chair.
Explore the Barcelona design by Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich, or browse our Eames Chairs collection for office options.
What Makes a Chair Mid-Century Modern
The mid-century modern era, roughly the 1930s through the 1960s, prized honest materials and forms stripped to their essentials. That is why these chairs still look current: a Barcelona from 1929 or an Eames Lounge from 1956 was designed around function and proportion, not decoration.
Chrome, moulded plywood, leather and cane were used for what they did, not just how they looked. Buy well from this era and you are buying a shape that has already outlasted seventy years of trends.
If you want the fuller picture, our guide to mid-century modern chairs walks through the icons, the silhouette styles, and how to get each look at every budget.
Free US Shipping and Delivery Times
US warehouse orders have an estimated delivery time of 4–7 business days, including 1–2 for handling and 3–5 in transit. The Barcelona Chair is currently Custom Made: it is produced after ordering, with 30–40 calendar days total from order to delivery. Shipping is free within the US.
Setup depends on the chair. The Barcelona frame arrives assembled; place the cushions on the supporting straps. The Eames Lounge requires assembly, with a step-by-step video and the necessary items included.
Inspect all parts on arrival and report damage or defects with photos and video before assembling the affected item. Request an eligible return or exchange within 30 days after you receive your order. Both are free, with no restocking fee. Original packaging is required; repack all parts and accessories in their original positions. Contact us before sending anything back. See our shipping policy and returns policy for full terms.
Caring for Leather, Wood and Metal
- Leather: Dust with a clean, soft cloth and blot spills promptly. Avoid soaking the cushions or using harsh household cleaners. Test a suitable leather cleaner or conditioner on an inconspicuous area first.
- Wood veneer: Use a soft cloth for dusting. For light marks, use a lightly dampened cloth and dry the surface straight away. Avoid abrasive pads and standing moisture.
- Metal frames and bases: Wipe with a soft cloth and dry after cleaning. Avoid abrasive cleaners that can scratch the polished finish.
- Positioning: Keep the chair away from radiators, other direct heat sources and prolonged sunlight to help protect the leather and wood finish.