Vintage Pair of Ben Seibel High Back Lounge Chairs 1960s Mid Century Modern

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A matched pair of Ben Seibel high-back lounge chairs — one of the rarest finds in American mid-century furniture.

Ben … Read more A matched pair of Ben Seibel high-back lounge chairs — one of the rarest finds in American mid-century furniture.

Ben Seibel (1918–1985) studied at Columbia and Pratt and built his reputation primarily through his iconic tableware designs for Raymor and Jenfredware. His furniture output was deliberately limited, which is precisely what makes pieces like these so sought after. When Seibel designed a chair, he brought the same exacting attention to proportion and materiality that defined his objects. The result was furniture that rewards looking at from every angle.

The high-back lounge chair is his masterpiece in seating. The dramatically tall back creates an enveloping, almost throne-like presence. The gently flared arms invite you to settle in. The delicately turned walnut legs with their characteristic bulbous feet are immediately recognizable to anyone who knows Seibel's work, and completely distinctive to anyone who doesn't.

This pair is exceptional for several reasons. The original khaki and orange upholstery is a perfect expression of 1970s American design confidence — warm, bold, unapologetic, and very much having its cultural moment right now. The walnut legs have been professionally sanded and refinished to a beautiful condition. There is one small fabric defect visible in the photos, noted honestly, as always.

Finding a single Seibel high-back lounge chair in good condition is uncommon. Finding a matched pair with original fabric intact is genuinely rare. Chairs are unmarked as typical.

Perfect for:
— A living room that needs two commanding accent chairs with presence and provenance
— A maximalist or 1970s-influenced interior where the color will sing
— A collector of documented American mid-century designer furniture
— An interior designer sourcing a matched pair for a high-end residential project
— Anyone who knows what Ben Seibel commands and understands how scarce matched pairs are

DETAILS:
Designer: Ben Seibel Origin: USA Period: 1960s–1970s
Material: Walnut legs (professionally refinished), original upholstery
Color: Khaki / orange — original 1970s fabric
Quantity: Matched pair (2 chairs)
Dimensions: 35"W × 32.5"D × 38"H Seat Height: 16.25" Arm Height: 19.75"
Condition: Great overall. Legs sanded and refinished — structurally perfect. One small fabric defect visible in photos, noted honestly. Original upholstery otherwise intact. Fabric professionally cleaned.

Based in Chicago, IL — local pickup warmly available and encouraged.
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