Looking for info and possibly age of this chair

Cynthia Loving
by Cynthia Loving
Hi, I purchased this lounge chair about 20 yrs ago at an auction......finally have place to use it and am now curious of its age and story behind it...it has been recovered but used the original for pattern and lacing on back
aluminum fixed frame which allows user to sit or recline......or rock
frontal view
back view with lacing and grommets on cover
  8 answers
  • Emily Emily on Aug 16, 2016
    I don't really know but my guess is that it is simply a nice comfortable outside lounge. Someone did a nice job on the reupholstery but it probably cost more than the chair is worth.
  • Gail Kugel Gail Kugel on Aug 16, 2016
    That is super cool! You did a fab job on the redo and I'm sure you will enjoy it! It's very unique! Lucky you!
  • Adele Byron Adele Byron on Aug 17, 2016
    So professional.
  • Mary Mary on Aug 17, 2016
    It looks similar to a chaise that I had back in the 1950's, but mine had webbing instead of a solid fabric.
  • Jen10264909 Jen10264909 on Aug 18, 2016
    I've seen something similar, was made of green canvas. it was early 60's
    • Cynthia Loving Cynthia Loving on Aug 18, 2016
      Thanks for you reply Jenn.......actually the original canvas on this one was green.....maybe they were of the same time period.
  • Dianne Dianne on Aug 18, 2016
    I have two frames in my basement! No covers, as they have rotted off. They were green canvas and fit exactly over the whole frame. Very comfortable, tilt back and enjoy your comfort. I loved those but I can't remember the name of them. I bought them at an auction in 1969. At one time I got replacement covers for them. It is so hot here, sitting out in the summer is no fun for me any more.
  • Dennis King Dennis King on Aug 20, 2016
    Those used to be marketed as a "Barwa", forerunner of a zero Gravity lounger, you'd get in when it was upright, then a slight shift and with would tip back - very comfortable - from the 50's!
  • Gail Kugel Gail Kugel on Aug 21, 2016
    There's a pair of frames for sale on eBay for $300. Also, some cool pics on Pinterest.