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What is the best material for office chair?
Mesh, leather, cloth, vinyl, and plastic are some of the widely used materials used for office chairs, and each has its own set of advantages. On 1stDibs, there is a huge inventory of chairs with different materials, styles and designs for you to choose from.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Mid-Century Modern Max Stacker Conference Office Chairs by Steelcase, 1970s
By Steelcase
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Max Max-Stacker office conference room chairs by Steelcase in iconic orange. These comfortable lounge or desk chairs f...
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Mid Century Charles Pollock Style Steelcase Rolling Office Chair
By Steelcase
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid Century Charles Pollock Style Steelcase Rolling Office Chair. Measures 24" in width, 24" in depth and 36" in height. Seat height is 19" and armheight 27.5". Seat interior width i...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Chrome

Steelcase Swivel Chairs in the style of Pollack c.1970's 6 available
By Steelcase
Located in New York, NY
Chic, stylish, voguish set of swivel chairs by Steelcase, circa 1970's. These chairs have a vibrant blue upholstered continuous seat and back, a off white plastic shell, and a chro...
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Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Chrome

Set of 12 Steelcase Chrome and Black Cantilevered Armchairs Model 421-482
By Steelcase
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional set of 12 matching chairs by Steelcase. The chairs feature a bright tubular chrome frame, with black vinyl back and seat cushions. The cantilevered frame design gives the...
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Vintage 1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Steelcase Tom Grasman Chrome Frame Black Molded Plastic Stackable Chair Set of 4
By Steelcase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Steelcase Tom Grasman Chrome Frame Black Molded Plastic Stackable Chairs - Set of 4. Circa 1996. Measurements: 32" H x 20" W x 23.25" D x 18.5" Seat height x 24" Arm height.
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1990s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Original Steelcase Office Armchair
By Steelcase
Located in Medina, OH
"Steelcase" Armchair in its original fabric. This vintage office chair is not like any office chair in today's modern furniture. Take a look at the wood frame, with its Art Deco vibe...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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