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Did Thomas Jefferson create the swivel chair?
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Yes, 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.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
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Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
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By Chesterfield
Located in GB
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By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in GB
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