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What is the difference between a task chair and an executive chair?

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What is the difference between a task chair and an executive chair?
The 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2021
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Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Charles Pollock for Knoll executive chair in burnt orange. This leather executive desk
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Executive Model DoMore Swivel Desk Office Chair Model 616 c 1950/1960's
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Industrial, Mid Century swivel office, desk chair by The DoMore Chair Company. The
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

2013 Antonio Citterio for Vitra ID Mesh Desk Chairs in Grey with Orange Mesh
By Vitra, Antonio Citterio
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are ID Mesh Office Chairs, originally designed by Antonio Citterio for Vitra in 2010. These
Category

2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Charles Eames Vintage Orange Upholstered Swivel Chair
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Charles Eames Vintage Orange Upholstered Swivel Chair (Height Adjustable) Will confirm dims
Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Desk Chair by Max Pearson for Knoll
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A desk chair with the original channel-stitched upholstery, on an ?x-form caster base.
Category

20th Century American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Desk Chair by Max Pearson for Knoll
By Knoll, Max Pearson
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A desk chair with the original channel-stitched upholstery, on an X-form caster base.    
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

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