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What is the director’s chair used for?

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What is the director’s chair used for?
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
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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

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

Beech, Leather

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

Italian Director's Chair, 1950s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian director's chair, 1950s. Dimensions: H=84 cm; W=49 cm; D=57 cm.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

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

Fabric, Wood

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

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