'Djinn' chaise longue by Oliver Mourgue

A true icon of futuristic design, the Djinn chaise longue embodies the optimism and fluidity of the Space Age. Designed in France by Olivier Mourgue and produced by Airborne in 1963, its sinuous silhouette is achieved through tubular steel, polyether foam, and a stretch fabric cover — a construction made possible by the era’s innovative synthetic materials. This example has been luxuriously reupholstered in deep blue fabric, bringing a tactile richness to its sculptural form.

The Djinn series became a pop culture legend when featured in Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968), where its sleek curves embodied the film’s visionary, ultra-modern aesthetic. Today, the design is held in the permanent collections of the Centre Pompidou in Paris and MoMA in New York — a testament to its enduring influence. Equal parts seat and sculpture, this chaise offers a place to lounge as if suspended in another world.

• Dimensions: 69"W x 24"D x 25"H
• Period: 1963
• Material: Upholstered
• Condition: Excellent condition
• Origin: France