Questions & Answers
Our trusted network of 1stDibs sellers answer common questions
What is the director’s chair used for?
1 Answer

A director’s chair is stereotypically associated with movie directors. The lightweight chair has scissored legs, can often be folded for ease of transport or storage and is a popular silhouette for camping chairs. Shop an assortment of director chair styles on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Related Questions
- Who is Versace’s creative director?1 Answer
- Who is Alexander McQueen’s creative director?1 Answer
- Who is John Galliano creative director?1 Answer
- Who is the creative director of Saint Laurent?1 Answer
- Who is the creative director of Louis Vuitton?1 Answer
Shop for Directors Chairs on 1stDibs
Cognac Leather Director's Chair
By Dario Alfonsi
Located in Milan, IT
sought and commissioned by directors all over the world, although being extremely durable and functional.
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
$1,465 / item
Black Leather Director's Chair
By Dario Alfonsi
Located in Milan, IT
chair expresses the retro style sought and commissioned by directors all-over the world, although being
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
$1,465 / item
Beige Leather Director's Chair
By Dario Alfonsi
Located in Milan, IT
style sought and commissioned by directors all over the world, although being extremely durable and
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
$2,185 / item
1970 Folding Director's Chair, Europe
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished
- newly upholstered
- Height of seat 44 cm.
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Paolo Mahogany and Canvas Folding Director's Chair
By Brett Paulin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Paolo Director's Chair is crafted from solid mahogany wood, paired with vintage style heavy
Category
2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Mahogany
$1,400 / item
Early 20th Century Collapsible Canvas Director's Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early 20th-century collapsible wooden director's chair combines practicality with vintage
Category
Early 20th Century English Chairs
Materials
Canvas, Wood