Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Norwegian
While Norway comprises something of an unsung chapter in the history of Scandinavian modernism, an export company called Westnofa shouldn’t be overlooked. It represented a collective of the country’s leading manufacturers to promote and export their furniture worldwide. Westnofa was key to the success of Norway’s mid-century designers and furniture brands, and fostered the growth of entities that might otherwise be unknown to today’s design aficionados.
Norway’s furniture factories were largely destroyed during World War II, and while the country’s sophisticated works — designed in teak, pine and other prized woods — had earned a place in Scandinavian modernism, its output was overshadowed by big names such as Alvar Aalto and Arne Jacobsen who’d earned icon status in Finland and Denmark, respectively. Westnofa, a name derived from “West Norway Factories,” took shape in the late 1950s in order to circumvent the limitations that the country’s furniture industry had faced in the areas of marketing and production. Some of the manufacturers connected to Westnofa were P.I. Langlo Møbelfabrikk, Ekornes, Stokke and Vestlandske.
Westnofa took great pains to devise the most cost-effective and efficient method of packing and shipping worldwide. Flat-pack assembly for lightweight shipping was the result. In neighboring Sweden during the late 1940s, DUX president and furniture designer Folke Ohlsson put the same idea into practice. Flat-pack assembly saved space in warehouses and money on transportation. It’s a breakthrough that survives today — namely at popular Swedish brand IKEA.
While it’s unclear if Westnofa also produced furniture in addition to exporting the goods of a group of manufacturers, some of the more well-known designers that are today mentioned alongside the company include Ingmar Relling, Torstein Nilsen and Jens Nielsen. Relling is best known for seating and his most famous piece associated with Westnofa is his high-backed Siesta chair, which features supple leather cushions atop a bentwood frame. Torstein Nilsen designed an elegant glass-topped bentwood dining table that is also commonly linked with Westnofa. Jens Nielsen created minimalist, sculptural lounge chairs in birch and plywood that are connected with the Westnofa name.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Westnofa seating, tables, case pieces and storage cabinets.
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Creator: Westnofa Furniture
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, black leather
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good condition with nice patina. No smells and no stains. Black leather, canvas, and bent...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
Pair of Ingmar Relling Siesta Chairs
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Highland, IN
A beautiful pair of classic "Siesta" chairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. The cantilevered bentwood frames support canvas seats and leather cushions. Noted for its comfot, Relling ...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Midcentury "Siesta" Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway, 1970s
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Praha, CZ
- very confortable
- marked by label
- iconic model
- rare colored and type of wood
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
Ingmar Relling Lounge Chair for Westnofa, 1960s, Boucle
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Miami, FL
Ingmar Relling Lounge Chair for Westnofa, recently restored and upholstered in a beige boucle.
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair Midcentury Westnofa Siesta Chairs - Highback Leather - Ingmar Relling
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling, Ekorness
Located in Decatur, GA
Pair of vintage midcentury Scandinavian modern "Siesta" lounge chairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa/Ekornes. High back armchair versions with scarce combination of ebonized frames a...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
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Leather, Canvas, Beech
1970s, Norwegian design by Harald Relling, original condition, leather.
By Westnofa Furniture, Harald Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design by Harald Relling. Original very good condition with patina: no smells and no stains. Original brown leather, chrome steel, teakwood, canvas. Manufactured by ...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
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Chrome
Midcentury Westnofa Siesta Cahir + Ottman - Highback Leather - Ingmar Relling
By Ingmar Relling, Ekorness, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Decatur, GA
Vintage midcentury Scandinavian modern "Siesta" lounge chair and ottoman by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa/Ekornes. High back armchair version with scarce combination of ebonized frames...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Beech
1960s Danish Modern Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Danish modern lounge chair and ottoman was designed by Ingmar Relling and manufactured by westnofa in Norway circa 1960s. This lounge chair is absolutely stunning, featuring a sleek ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Mid Century Leather Siesta Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Countryside, IL
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Mid Century Leather Siesta Lounge Chair with Ottoman
The chair measures: 24.5 wide x 31 deep x 38.75 high, with a seat height of 18.5 inches
The ottoman ...
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Relling Highback Siesta Chairs in Beige Leather with Matching Ottoman
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Great pair of highback Siesta chairs in light grey leather with one matching ottoman and light brown stained bentwood beech frame. Designed by Norwegian design icon, Ingmar Relling i...
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, leather.
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good condition. No smells and no stains. Brown leather, c...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
1970’s, Norwegian design, "Siesta" lounge chair by Ingmar Relling, leather.
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Norwegian design, relax chair model 'Siesta' by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Original good condition with nice patina. No smells and no stains....
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
Midcentury Scandinavian Leather Siesta Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Westnofa Cognac
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Westnofa Siesta Mid Century rosewood, highback chair with ottoman. Beautiful cognac leather. The chair measures: 25 wide x 27 deep x 40 high, with a seat height of 19 inches. The ottoman measures: 28...
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Leather Siesta Lounge Chairs by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Midcentury Scandinavian Modern leather low lounge chairs by Westnofa.
(2) Westnofa Norwegian modern low Siesta chairs designed by Ingmar Relling. Blonde beech Wooden frames,...
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Birch
Large Scandinavian Teak Armchair with Ottomans by Folke Ohlsson for Westnofa 196
By Westnofa Furniture, Folke Ohlsson
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Exceptional armchairs each available with its own footrest. A clever metal system allows the chairs to recline and offers great comfort with a slight rocking effect.
Each armchair h...
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1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak, Fabric
Poltrona in legno massello curvato e velluto verde e marrone, di Danber, 1970 ca
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in MIlano, IT
Poltrona in legno massello curvato e velluto verde e marrone, di Danber, 1970 ca
Poltrona con struttura curvata in legno massello con braccioli. Seduta e schienale in velluto rispett...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Scandinavian Modern Gerhard Berg Mama Bear Lounge Chair
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A scarce Mama Bear lounge chair, designed by Gerhard Berg for Westnofa. A classic Scandinavian modern design, featuring exquisite carved teak paws. T...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Teak
Siesta Lounge Chair + Footstool by Ingmar Relling
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Beech wood and suede Norwegian siesta lounge chair + footstool by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, circa 1960's. Bent plywood frame supports an extremely ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Suede, Beech
Grey Leather Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway 1960s
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Very rare GREY leather lounge chair with black lacquered plywood and canvas by Ingmar Relling for Westnova, Norway 1960s
If you're looking...
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1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Plywood, Lacquer
Mid-Century Modern Low Back Cognac Siesta Lounge by Westnofa Newly Upholstered
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Low Back Siesta Lounge by Westnofa Newly Upholstered in Distressed Cognac Italian Leather
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa low back Siesta chair. This authentic Mid-Century Modern sling chair...
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1980s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Westnofa Scandinavian Rosewood Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Ingmar Relling
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Westnofa Scandinavian rosewood lounge chair & ottoman by Ingmar Relling
A Mid-Century Modern lounge chair and ottoman made in Nor...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Pair of Midcentury Lounge Armchairs Westnofa, Norway, 1970s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very comfortable
- Marked by label
- Rare type.
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Ingmar Relling for Westnofa "Flex" Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Norwalk, CT
A beautiful, sculptural Scandinavian modern lounge chair and matching ottoman designed by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway, 1970's. Featuring sling arms and a sling seat, upholste...
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pair of Mid century Scandinavian modern brown leather Safari flex lounge chairs
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of mid-century modern "Flex Safari" leather Lounge chairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Oslo, Norway, c. 1970, folding "X" rosewood frame with canvas sling seat supports for r...
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
Pair of Harald Relling Highback Lounge Chairs in Leather + Chrome
By Harald Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Norway
Designer: Harald Relling
Manufacturer: Westnofa
Era: 1970s
Materials: Leather, Chrome
Measurements: 29" wide x 34" deep x 34" tall
Seat Height: 16.5" tall
Conditio...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Ingmar Relling Rocking Chair by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Highland, IN
A design as comfortable as it is visually striking, this rocker by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa employs a bent wood frame to support an ergonomically designed seat. Newly upholstered ...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Westnofa Siesta Chairs
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish modern Westnofa siesta chairs with bent plywood frames and deep brown leather upholstery. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood &w Tweed Easy Chair by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Danish modern armchair by westnofa out of Norway.
The frame is made of solid rosewood and has a beautiful woodgrain
Professionally refinished and reupholstered in tweed
Meas...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Scandinavian Easy Chairs with Teak and Leather by Westnofa, 1960s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Beautiful "Scandinavian Modern" easy chairs, by Westnofa, made in the 1960s. The chairs are made from teak and high quality aniline leather and come fully restored.
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Harald Relling for Westnofa Wing Wingback Brown Leather Lounge Chair
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This 'Wing Wingback lounge chair and ottomane were designed by Harald Relling and were produced by Westnofa in Norway.
They are made from brown aniline leather on chromed tubular st...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Westnofa Norwegian Black Leather and Red Wool Reversible Chaise Lounge
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling, Göte Möbler Nässjö
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Westnofa Norwegian made leather chaise lounge with reversible cushion. This chaise is exemplary of Scandinavian design genius. It achieves so much, by such simple means. The original...
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood, Canvas, Leather
Sought After Vintage Original Scandinavian Ingmar Relling Bentwood Siesta Chairs
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Markington, GB
Retro vintage original Scandinavian Ingmar Relling designed bentwood unusual light wood siesta armchairs covered in a lovely retro black fabric.
Chair dimensions (approximately), se...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bentwood, Fabric, Leather
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vintage modern lounge chair and ottoman with sculpted teak frames and elegant plush blue upholstery. Sleek design offers the ability for both pieces to recline for optimal ...
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1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Mid-Century Modern, 1960, Retro Danish Ingmar Relling Siesta Lounge Chair
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Markington, GB
1960 retro vintage original Scandinavian Ingmar Relling designed bentwood chair covered in a lovely retro leather
Chair dimensions (approximate), seat height 38cm, back height 94c...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Lounge Chair by Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda Norway for Westnofa
By Westnofa Furniture, P.I. Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda
Located in New York, NY
Rare example, high back lounge chair, made by P.I. Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda Norway Westnofa. Solid teak frame supports tweed upholstered continuous seat and back. Arm height 20 i...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Westnofa Scandinavian Rosewood & Leather Lounge Chair
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern lounge chair made in Norway by Westnofa. A rosewood bentwood frame brown leather cushions.
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Midcentury Siesta Lounge Armchair and Footstool, Ingmar Relling, Westnofa, 1960s
By Westnofa Furniture, Ingmar Relling
Located in Praha, CZ
- very confortable
- rare type
- marked by label
Category
1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Rosewood
Ingmar Relling Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Fulton, CA
Leather lounge chair and ottoman designed by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa. Circa. 1970's. Original off-white leather upholstery in very good original condition. All canvas seat suppor...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood, Canvas
1970s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling, model "Siesta", pair of two chairs, o
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Tarm, 82
1960-70s, Norwegian design by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Furniture. Pair of two lounge chairs model "Siesta" in camel brown leather and canvas. Original very good condition: no smel...
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1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
Set of 2 Vintage Siesta Lounge Chairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Ranst, VAN
Great pair of vintage ‘Siesta' lounge chairs. This lounge chairs were designed by Ingmar Relling and manufactured by Westnofa, Norway. Bordeaux / brown leather in very good original ...
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1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Westnofa Furniture lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Westnofa Furniture lounge chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Westnofa Furniture lounge chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original lounge chairs by Westnofa Furniture were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider lounge chairs by Vatne Møbler, Ingmar Relling, and Sigurd Ressell. Prices for Westnofa Furniture lounge chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $650 and can go as high as $5,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,027.
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Questions About Westnofa Furniture Lounge Chairs
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, the Westnofa furniture company is out of business. Westnofa was a Norwegian furniture company that was best known for the Siesta chair by Ingmar Relling. This chair won awards for its design and became highly desirable in the 60s and 70s, prompting the growth of more Westnofa designs. Unfortunately, the brand's popularity did not last. Shop a collection of vintage Westnofa furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What makes a lounge chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Not 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.
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