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Fritz Hansen "DAN" Swivel Chair by Magnus Stephensen in Bentwood, 1930s
By Frits Hansen/Soren Hansen, Magnus Stephensen
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Fritz Hansen "DAN" Swivel chair by Magnus Stephensen in Bentwood, 1930s
Rare and important "DAN
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 32.68 in W 17.72 in D 20.87 in
Vintage DoMore Office Swivel Chair Upholstered in White Faux Shearling
Located in Wilton, CT
Vintage DoMore office swivel chair upholstered in white faux shearling. The white faux shearling
Category
Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Swivel Chairs
Materials
Enamel, Steel
Pair - White Matelassé Covered Swivel Club Chairs and Ottoman, Hickory Chair
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Morristown, NJ
Late 20th C. Hickory chair off white matelassé covered swivel club chairs with a matching ottoman
Category
1990s American American Classical Swivel Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Wood, Down
Bespoke Set of Swivel Chairs with Custom Ottoman
By A. Rudin
Located in Wilton, CT
This unique set of two swivel chairs and ottoman was restored and reupholstered in our Connecticut
Category
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Swivel Chairs
Materials
Velvet
1980s Postmodern Swivel Chairs - a Pair
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Chicago, IL
Lovely and comfortable swivel chairs with channeled backs. Use as is or redo in your favorite
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Weiman "Nautilus" Swivel Chairs, a Pair
By Weiman
Located in Medina, OH
Beautiful pair of vintage swivel chairs from Weiman Furniture Co., circa 1970s. Both chairs have
Category
Vintage 1970s American Swivel Chairs
Materials
Suede, Fabric
Postmodern Tufted Barrel Swivel Chairs - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Introducing a pair of Postmodern Tufted Barrel Swivel Chairs, where luxurious tufting meets dynamic
Category
Vintage 1980s American Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage Michael Wolk Swivel Chairs, a pair
By Michael Wolk, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Roanoke, VA
Iconic “Miami” swivel chairs designed by Michael Wolk. Sculptural, comfortable, and so chic
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Textile
Vintage Boho Ikat Swivel Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning pair of vintage Boho swivel chairs. Gorgeous Ikat upholstery in excellent condition
Category
Late 20th Century American Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Swivel Chair
By Thomas Bina
Located in Weesp, NL
Swivel chair Giramundo.
Designed by Thomas Bina of Environment Furniture of Los Angeles, circa 2007
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Postmodern Floral Patterned Fabric Swivel Chairs - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Embrace the charm of postmodern design with this pair of Postmodern Floral Patterned Fabric Swivel
Category
Vintage 1980s American Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Postmodern Parrot and Foliage Swivel Chairs - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Immerse yourself in the vibrant design of our wonderful pair of vintage postmodern swivel chairs
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Jim Peed for Hickory Model 5105 Mid Century Mahogany Swivel Chairs - Pair
By Jim Peed, Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Countryside, IL
Jim Peed for Hickory Model 5105 Mid Century Mahogany Swivel Chairs - Pair
Each swivel chair
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
Phillip Enfield Brass Swivel Lounge Chairs, a Pair
By Phillip Enfield
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Phillip Enfield brass swivel lounge chairs. The chairs swivel and tilt, the bases are also
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Brass
Mallo Swivel Chair
Located in North Vancouver, CA
The Mallo Swivel Chair isn't just a chair, it's a declaration of style and comfort. With a design
Category
2010s Canadian Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Chenille, Upholstery, Velvet
A Pair of “Lipse Too” Lounge Swivel Chairs
By Davis Furniture
Located in New Haven, CT
Pair of Davis Furniture Swivel pedestal lounge chairs, the “Lips Too”Model.
This is a gently used
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Kalida Swivel Chair
By Pier Luigi Frighetto by Black Tie
Located in Milan, IT
This modern and refined swivel chair will be an ideal addition to a modern study or elegant office
Category
2010s Italian Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel, Other
Asia Swivel Chair
By Pier Luigi Frighetto by Black Tie
Located in Milan, IT
chair strikingly complement the linear tension of the 360-degree swiveling base, resting on four legs of
Category
2010s Italian Swivel Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Other
1980s Vintage Wood Rustic Swivel Chairs - a Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
I LOVE these chairs. Pretty from all angles and super comfy. These are in original condition and
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Wood
A 19th Century Swivelling Oak Office or Desk Chair
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A 19th Century Swivelling Oak Office or Desk Chair
The Chair has an attractive deep curving back
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Swivel Chairs
Materials
Oak
Evan Swivel Chair
By Ashley Yeates
Located in Carmel, CA
, the armless swivel highlights North American ashwood details on the seat back and is the perfect
Category
2010s American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Ash, Upholstery
1980s Barrel Steel Wood Leather Giorgetti Swivel Chairs, Set of 2
By Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, leather, steel and wood arm chairs
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Boho Tagged Weiman Nautilus Swivel Chairs - a Pair
By Weiman
Located in west palm beach, FL
An incredible pair of vintage Boho swivel chairs. Made by the iconic Weiman group and tagged on the
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
1990s Postmodern Bernhardt Curved Arm Swivel Chairs, a Pair
By Bernhardt
Located in Chicago, IL
Love love the curves on these chairs! Beautiful base that swivels 180 degrees each way. The
Category
1990s Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
2004 'Fridene' Swivel Chair by Carina Bengs - a Pair
By IKEA
Located in Houston, TX
Gorgeous pair of 'Fridene' swiveling armchairs designed by Carina Bengs, c.2004. Produced for only
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Early 2000s Swedish Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
Vintage "Cloud" Swivel Chair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage suede "cloud" chair designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1970s. This beautiful chair
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Suede, Fabric
Modern Scandinavian Swivel Chair
By Michael Sodeau
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
This Oyster High Swivel Chair is an example of modern Scandinavian design. Created by Michael
Category
Early 2000s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
Andreu World Swivel Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern style office chair made by Andreu World. Upholstered seat and back on a swivel
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
A Pair of Swivel Lounge Chairs in Natural Sheepskin Upholstery
By Viggo Boesen, Flemming Lassen
Located in London, GB
A pair of modern swivel chairs upholstered in natural sheepskin. Handmade beech frames and sprung
Category
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Swivel Chairs After Albini - a Pair
By Franco Albini
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic pair of vintage Coastal swivel chairs. A chic bent rattan tub shape with a custom
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Swivel Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Leather, Upholstery
Postmodern Purple Ascending Clam Shell Back Swivel Chairs - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The Postmodern Purple Ascending Clam Shell Back Swivel Chairs, a pair, offer a bold and elegant
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Vintage Boho Tufted Swivel Chairs After Milo Baughman - a Pair
By Milo Baughman
Located in west palm beach, FL
Iconic Boho Flair: Vintage Tufted Swivel Chairs Inspired by Milo Baughman - A Pair. Infuse your
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Lee Industries Swivel Chair
By Lee Industries
Located in Alpharetta, GA
Custom made LEE Industries, Inc. 1354-01 Swivel Chair (2 available). These chairs are showroom new
Category
2010s American Swivel Chairs
Materials
Textile
Midcentury Swivel Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique vintage modern swivel chair features stitched red vinyl with brass upholstery buttons
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Iron
Postmodern Vladimir Kagan Style Multicolor Nautilus Swivel Chairs - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Multicolor Nautilus Swivel Chairs. This pair showcases a kaleidoscopic fabric pattern in a spectrum of
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 30 in W 35.5 in D 34.5 in
Blue Leather Swivel Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
, rolled armrests and deep, inviting seat cushion, this chair is a call to leisure, crafted in premium full
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
Black Leather Swivel Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
, rolled armrests and deep, inviting seat cushion, this chair is a call to leisure, crafted in premium full
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
Vintage Coastal Russell Woodard Spun Fiberglass Swivel Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Coastal spun fiberglass swivel chairs. A chic high back and curved edges
Category
Mid-20th Century American Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Fiberglass
Captain's Swivel Desk Chair
Located in Crawley, GB
Captain's oak Swivel Desk Chair.
For sale a late 20th century beautiful mahogany revolving tub back
Category
Late 20th Century British Chesterfield Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
1970's Mid-Century Modern Swivel Lounge Chairs - a Pair
By Selig, Ib Madsen, H.W. Klein
Located in Burbank, CA
chairs, and swivel. They're really unique in design, and very comfortable! They have wonderful lines, and
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
Ralph Swivel Club Chair
By Ashley Yeates
Located in Carmel, CA
The Ralph Swivel Club Chair is part of the Sea to Sierra Collection that offers personal
Category
2010s American Art Deco Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry
Modern Round Swivel Chair
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
This modern swivel chair is built to order and completely customizable. Able to rotate 360 degrees
Category
2010s American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Maple
Model ML91 Swivel Lounge Chair by Illum Wikkelsø for Mikael Laursen, 1960s
By Illum Wikkelsø, A. Mikael Laursen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare Illum Wikkelso designed swivel model ML91 lounge chair produced by A. Mikael Laursen circa
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 35 in W 34.25 in D 32.5 in
Hollywood Regency Clamshell Swivel Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage clamshell swivel chairs designed and manufactured in the United States circa
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Navy Blue Drexel Swivel Chairs
Located in Wilton, CT
The tapered back and sophisticated tapered arms set these swivel tub chairs apart from the pack
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Pair Green Velvet Swivel Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
A fine pair of Green velvet Swivel chairs of Recent Construction.
Each in a new fabric on a
Category
2010s American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Vintage Upholstered Swivel Office Chair
Located in Matosinhos, 13
A robust vintage swivel office chair, found by Ding Dong and re-upholstered in Le Manach fabric
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Swivel Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning pair of vintage Coastal swivel chairs. Chic bent rattan with loop sides and a high back
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
Pair of Velvet Swivel Chairs
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Hollywood Regency style Velvet swivel chairs in champagne. This velvet is a pale camel
Category
Vintage 1980s Hollywood Regency Swivel Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Kroehler Swivel Slipper Chairs, 1962
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Doylestown, PA
Fabulous, unique set of vintage Kroehler swivel slipper chairs, 1962.
Offered as the original set
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Industrial Workshop Swivel Chair, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial height adjustable swivel chair made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Swivel Chairs
Materials
Iron
Swivel Chair by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An upholstered swiveling lounge chair in leather with a tilt mechanism on a metal disc base.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
Industrial Factory Swivel Chair, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial height adjustable swivel chair made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Swivel Chairs
Materials
Iron
Medium Brown Leather Swivel Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
, rolled armrests and deep, inviting seat cushion, this chair is a call to leisure, crafted in premium full
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
Havana Brown Leather Swivel Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
, rolled armrests and deep, inviting seat cushion, this chair is a call to leisure, crafted in premium full
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
Vintage Modern Swivel Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Unique vintage modern design includes swivel base and comfortable angular seat back. Perfect side chair
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
Classic Blue Leather Swivel Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
piece, this chair invites you to indulge in its luxurious comfort while elevating your interior decor to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
Classic Black Leather Swivel Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
statement piece, this chair invites you to indulge in its luxurious comfort while elevating your interior
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
Classic Brown Leather Swivel Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
piece, this chair invites you to indulge in its luxurious comfort while elevating your interior decor to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
1970s Milo Baughman Style Reupholstered Ochre Barrel Back Swivel Chairs - a Set
By Milo Baughman
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
to its overall modern aesthetic. The chairs have a friction swivel mechanism that allows them to
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
H 25.5 in W 36 in D 36.75 in
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A Swivel Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the a swivel chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of fabric, metal and wood, every a swivel chair was constructed with great care. Find 5111 options for an antique or vintage a swivel chair now, or shop our selection of 236 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect a swivel chair — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each a swivel chair bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Milo Baughman, Vladimir Kagan and Thayer Coggin each produced at least one beautiful a swivel chair that is worth considering.
How Much is an A Swivel Chair?
An a swivel chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,402, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $55,155.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About A Swivel Chair
- What does a swivel chair do?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024A swivel chair spins on its base. While seated, a user can turn the seat to face a different direction without repositioning the base of the chair. Swivel chairs are popular office furniture because they make it possible to reach for items in a workspace without having to get up from a seated position. In seating areas, swivel chairs allow people to focus on different areas of a room, such as a television screen or other people seated close by. Some dining chairs and bar stools also swivel to make it simpler for diners to sit down at and stand up from the table. Shop a large collection of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021In certain swivel chairs you can fit a rubber wedge between the base of the chair and the swiveling pole to increase the friction. By hammering the wedge you create a seal, limiting the motion of the chair.
- Does the Tulip chair swivel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the Tulip chair does indeed swivel. It is a pedestal swivel chair made with an aluminum base and a fiberglass shell, which was very innovative when it was designed in the mid-1950s. You can shop a collection of Tulip chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Does the Swan chair swivel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, the Swan chair swivels on its metal base. The pivoting design was one of the major innovations of the chair that Arne Jacobsen designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark, and it remains a selling point of the piece to this today. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Arne Jacobsen Swan chairs.
- Are swivel chairs in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Like most home decor trends, swivel chairs have come in and out of popularity multiple times since their creation. However, swivel chairs are considered classic decor even when they’re not on-trend. Swivel chairs continue to be a popular choice because they spin and can suit a variety of spaces. Shop a wide variety of swivel chair styles on 1stDibs.
- What does swivel chair mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A swivel chair means a chair with a seat that can rotate 360 degrees to face in any direction. You can shop many styles of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.com.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, a swivel on a chair is a good idea in many spaces. In offices, swiveling mechanisms make it possible for you to turn and access different items in your workspace without having to get up from your seat. Swiveling dining chairs can make it easier for people to sit and stand before and after meals, and accent chairs that swivel can allow you to turn and easily engage in conversation with other people in the room. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of swivel chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Yes, Thomas Jefferson is believed to have created a swivel chair out of a Windsor chair that he had in his home. However, Thomas E. Warren was the inventor who developed the modern swiveling chair on wheels. Called the Centripetal Spring armchair, his design dates back to 1849. Shop a range of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a swivel stool?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A swivel stool is typically known as a bar stool that allows the seat to rotate 360 degrees. The height of swivel bar stools makes them suitable for use at bars and high tables, and the swivel feature renders these seats even more convenient in such settings. Shop a collection of antique and vintage bar stools from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The main difference between a swivel and a glider is the type of movement each type of mechanism produces. A swivel chair spins in a 360-degree circle, while a glider moves backwards and forwards. Shop an assortment of glider and swivel chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell if a chair is an Eames chair, take a look under the seat or cushion. Authentic Eames lounge chairs are manufactured by Herman Miller and Vitra. If your Eames chair is a Herman Miller original, look for the legendary manufacturer’s specific logomarks on the product (these logomarks can be found on the company’s official website). There is also the manufacturing label, which is usually found under the seat or cushion (unless a former owner removed it). All of the classic Herman Miller designs are paired with a certificate of authenticity. Some designs may also have a medallion attached to certify their authenticity. You can then check trusted online resources to determine if the information on the label is correct for the style of chair (and more info on its construction is available on the official Eames website). You won’t see screws outside of the wood shells on an authentic Eames lounge chair, and prior to the 1970s, original vintage Eames lounge chairs were made with no more than five layers of plywood (during the 1970s, the chairs were made with seven layers). Find a variety of authentic Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A club chair is called a club chair because the accent chairs became popular in the interior décor of gentleman's clubs in France. The original name for the club chair is “fauteuil confortable," which translates to "comfortable chair." You'll find a collection of club chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The difference between an Adirondack chair and a Muskoka chair can be easily explained in that garden armchairs are called Adirondack in the USA and Muskoka in Canada. While they both have short legs, bent reclining seats, wide armrests and high backs, the Adirondack chair is 2 inches higher from the floor and 2 inches wider. The Adirondack chair uses a flat yoke at the back while Muskoka might use curved yokes. Shop for an Adirondack chair or Muskoka chair on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between a side chair and a Parsons chair is style. A side chair is a very commonly used dining chair. The form of a side chair may vary, but the constant is the lack of armrests to keep hands free for eating and to save space at the table. A Parsons chair is a type of side chair that features upholstery on the seat and back. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The difference between a task chair and an executive chair is that most task chairs will have adjustable seat height as well as swivel and tilt functions. Task chairs are lightweight and mobile but are not intended for long periods of continuous use. Executive chairs are meant to be more comfortable and are usually designed with high backrests. An executive chair is intended for long periods of use compared to a task chair, which in some cases may be armless and isn’t going to provide the premium comfort that can be expected from an executive chair. Task chairs are also typically less expensive than executive chairs. Find a variety of antique, modern and contemporary task chairs and executive chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair comes down to usage. An occasional chair is a decorative chair that is placed in a room for its look rather than to function as an everyday seating solution. As a result, occasional chairs may be used infrequently. An accent chair is any decorative chair placed in a seating area. They can be used only occasionally or on a daily basis. Explore a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
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This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Riotous Shapes and Colors Have Made Uchronia’s Designs the Toast of Paris
Julien Sebban’s energetic design collective is radically reshaping the look of 21st-century European furniture and interiors.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
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