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Atang Tshikare, Mollo Oa Leifo (Mme), chair made in South Africa,
By Atang Tshikare
Located in Cape Town, WC
engraved into the wood whilst the beadwork is handsewn onto the fabric. This Louis VXI medallion chair is
Category

2010s South African Louis XVI Chairs

Materials

Bronze, Other

Face of Africa Sling Hanging Swing Chair Genuine Leather 21st Century Modern
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of leather
Category

2010s South African Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Biedermeier Style Danish Chair in Wood and Fabric
Located in Prato, Tuscany
its antiquity. The chair was handcrafted in Denmark in perfect Biedermeier style using African
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Biedermeier Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Beaded African Ceremony or Nobility Chair
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
Mid 20th century vibrant red and white hand beaded African ceremony chair. Originally crafted for
Category

Mid-20th Century Nigerian Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood, Beads

Vico Magistretti ““Regina D’ Africa” Chair with Stool for Alias, Italy 1970
By Alias, Vico Magistretti
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An iconic “Regina D’ Africa” (Queen of Africa) chair with matching stool designed by Vico
Category

Vintage 1970s European Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Etched Brass, Walnut Timber and Ardmore Fabric Big Crocco Chair by Egg Desings
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
manufactured in South Africa. This high end, contemporary and bespoke Lounge chair was created as part of Egg
Category

2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Triple Strand Rattan Sofa & Chair Orange Fabric Cushions Style Heywood Wakefield
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage triple strand rattan sofa and chair in the style of Heywood Wakefield with
Category

Early 20th Century American Campaign Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Original Deck Chair from European Colonies in Africa, Early 20th Century
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
It is an original piece, in the first part of the 20th century from the European colonies of Africa
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown British Colonial Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

Occasional Chair - KUDU POD CHAIR - PANGOLIN PARK PLUM - VELVET - SEALED OAK
Located in New York, NY
: Linen Fabric (70% Linen / 30% Viscose) OR Velvet Fabric (66% Cotton / 31% Viscose / 3% Polyester
Category

2010s South African Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Occasional Chair - KUDU POD CHAIR - PANGOLIN PARK RUST - VELVET - MATTE BLACK
Located in New York, NY
Fabric (66% Cotton / 31% Viscose / 3% Polyester) / Stained Oak MANUFACTURER: Ardmore MADE IN
Category

2010s South African Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Occasional Chair - KUDU POD CHAIR - PANGOLIN PARK SILVER - VELVET - SEALED OAK
Located in New York, NY
designed fabric, soft-furnishings, lifestyle products for the home and accessories. The designs created
Category

2010s South African Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Set of Six 'Africa' Mid-Century Italian Dining Chairs by Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in London, GB
A rare set of dining chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa (re-upholstery included). Italy, c1975
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Modern Hanging Sling Chair for Outdoor! in Earth Tones, Customisable
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of fabric hanging loose within
Category

2010s South African Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern Hanging Sling Chair for Outdoor! in Earth Tones, Customisable
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of fabric hanging loose within
Category

2010s South African Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Minimal Modern Outdoor Sling Hanging Swing Chair, Rubin and Forest
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of fabric hanging loose within
Category

2010s South African Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern Minimal Outdoor Hanging Swing Chair with Stand and Cushions
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The BUBBLE hanging swing chairs’ round shape creates a cozy feel. The modern patterns are striking
Category

2010s South African Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Modern Minimal Hanging Swing Chair Nest Egg with Stand
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
These chairs are made from mild steel and are very durable. Stainless Steel recommended for humid
Category

2010s South African Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Fredrik Kayser & Adolf Relling "Kaminstolen" African Teak & Boucle Wool Lounge
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Dokka Mobler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fredrik Kayser & Adolf Relling "Kaminstolen" African teak & boucle wool lounge chairs for Dokka
Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Foam, Wood, Teak

Modern PINK Outdoor Hanging Sling Chair
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
. Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of fabric hanging
Category

2010s South African Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern Sling Hanging Chair, Outdoor Sandy Colour, Vegan and Eco Friendly
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of fabric hanging loose within
Category

2010s South African Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Debossed Geometric Sling Hanging Swing Chair Genuine Leather 21st Century Modern
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of leather
Category

2010s South African Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Debossed Leaf Sling Hanging Swing Chair Genuine Leather 21st Century Modern
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of leather
Category

2010s South African Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Douglas Heaslett Arne Norell Style Chairs, a Pair
By Arne Norell
Located in Basel, BS
Sold here as a pair. For sale here is a gorgeous pair of sculptural safari chairs imported from
Category

Mid-20th Century African Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Oak

Eco Friendly Vegan Cactus Leather Hanging Chair in Green
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
with unique South African original Three Cats Shwe Shwe fabric. Each one is handmade with care by our
Category

2010s South African Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sling Rose Pink Grey Machine Stitched Genuine Leather Hanging Swing Chair
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of leather
Category

2010s South African Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mattiwatta Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
Polished Brass, Brass, Fabric Upholstery Founded by South Africans and life partners, Greg and Roche Dry
Category

2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mattiwatta Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
Mattiwatta Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
H 31.5 in W 37.41 in D 30.52 in
Oromo Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
, Brass, Boucle Fabric Founded by South Africans and life partners, Greg and Roche Dry - Egg is a
Category

2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Oromo Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
Oromo Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
H 32.29 in W 38.19 in D 36.62 in
Stellar Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
, ceramic, fabric upholstery. Founded by South Africans and life partners, Greg and Roche Dry - Egg is a
Category

2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Ceramic, Upholstery, Walnut

Stellar Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
Stellar Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
H 31.5 in W 41.74 in D 36.23 in
Cant Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
, cast brass, fabric upholstery Founded by South Africans and life partners, Greg and Roche Dry - Egg
Category

2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Cant Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
Cant Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
H 27.56 in W 34.65 in D 33.08 in
So Disco Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
So Disco Lounge Chair by Egg Designs Dimensions: 130 L X 125 D X 83 H cm Materials: African
Category

2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Ceramic, Upholstery

So Disco Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
So Disco Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
H 32.68 in W 51.19 in D 49.22 in
Walnut Timber, Solid Brass and Ardmore Linen Malta Dining and Lounge Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Malta dining room chair designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa works equally
Category

2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Inspired Club Chair in Mahogany & Cut Velvet
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Art Deco inspired chair is made from African mahogany wood and upholstered in a soft cut velvet
Category

2010s American Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Mahogany

Modern, Walnut Timber, Solid Brass and Boucle' Malta Dining and Lounge Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Modern Malta dining room chair designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa works
Category

2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Modern, Walnut Timber, Solid Brass and Boucle' Malta Dining and Lounge Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Modern Malta dining room chair designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa works
Category

2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Modern, Walnut, Solid Brass and Cream Boucle' Malta 3 Leg Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Modern Malta dining room chair designed by Egg Designs works equally well as a dining, lounge
Category

2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Modern, Walnut Timber, Solid Brass and Boucle' Malta Barstool
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Modern Malta barstool designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. This Modern
Category

2010s South African Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Style Lucian Large Rollin Chaise Apollon Chair by William Switzer
By William Switzer
Located in Chicago, IL
Art Deco Style Lucian Large Rollin Chaise Apollon Chair by William Switzer Beautiful Art Deco
Category

2010s Canadian Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Metal

Rare Vintage Monk Dining Chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Italian Collectible
By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
designers and is also found in the 121 chairs for Cassina or the Africa chairs for Maxalto. Increasingly
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Canvas, Wood

Bertoia, Eight White Welded Steel Chairs with Four Red Cushions
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
SALE ONE WEEK ONLY This set of eight side chairs & four red cushions are as elegant, strong and
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

Studio Stirling Twin Deal Outdoor Blue, Free Shipping
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of fabric hanging loose within
Category

2010s South African Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Studio Stirling Twin Deal Outdoor "Sandy" Sling, Free Shipping
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of fabric hanging loose within
Category

2010s South African Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Studio Stirling Twin Deal Grey Outdoor Sling, Free Shipping
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of fabric hanging loose within
Category

2010s South African Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Studio Stirling Twin Deal Outdoor Green, Free Shipping
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of fabric hanging loose within
Category

2010s South African Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Chess Swivel Chair by Sister by Studio Ashby
Located in London, GB
hardy beauty of the orchids found growing on Table Mountain in South Africa. A unique textural fabric
Category

2010s British Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Chess Swivel Chair by Sister by Studio Ashby
Chess Swivel Chair by Sister by Studio Ashby
H 31.89 in W 21.26 in D 19.3 in
Mattiwatta Modern Solid Brass Upholstered Luxury Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Mattiwatta bespoke, lounge chair is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa
Category

2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

OKHA, "Barnett", Dining Chair
By OKHA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
limited range of fabrics are available from OKHA at an additional cost. Please consult our Sales Team for
Category

2010s South African Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Ash, Walnut

OKHA, "Barnett", Dining Chair
OKHA, "Barnett", Dining Chair
H 29.9 in W 23.6 in D 22.8 in
Oromo Dining Chair by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
timber, brass buttons, Boucle fabric upholstery Founded by South Africans and life partners, Greg and
Category

2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Oromo Dining Chair by Egg Designs
Oromo Dining Chair by Egg Designs
H 38.19 in W 25.6 in D 24.41 in
Stellar Dining Chair by Egg Designs
Located in Geneve, CH
, Ceramic, Fabric Upholstry Founded by South Africans and life partners, Greg and Roche Dry - Egg is a
Category

2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ceramic, Leather, Walnut

Stellar Dining Chair by Egg Designs
Stellar Dining Chair by Egg Designs
H 29.93 in W 31.89 in D 27.17 in
OKHA, "Verb", Dining Chair
By OKHA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
limited range of fabrics are available from OKHA at an additional cost.       
Category

2010s South African Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood, Ash, Walnut

OKHA, "Verb", Dining Chair
OKHA, "Verb", Dining Chair
H 32.3 in W 22.4 in D 20.9 in
Modern Pull Up Leather Sling Hanging Swing Lounge Chair
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of leather
Category

2010s South African Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Modern Minimal Outdoor Sling by Studio Stirling in Blues
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
. Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of fabric hanging
Category

2010s South African Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern Leather Sling Hanging Chair Now in A Slimmer Frame for Smaller Spaces
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
is a classic choice, explore the option of soft leather or outdoor fabric by reaching out to us. Each
Category

2010s South African Modern Corner Chairs

Materials

Steel

Kaare Klint 'Safari' Lounge Chair for Red Rasmussen, Denmark, 1960s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Hellouw, NL
. This chair has an endearing appearance as if you were in Africa in the 1960s thanks to the leather
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Leather

George Nakashima 'Cushion' Spindleback Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Walnut
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima for Nakashima Studio, 'Cushion' lounge chair and ottoman, American black walnut
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Mid Century "TABOURETS A DOSSIER" Chairs BY GUILHERME AND CHAMBRON
Located in Chicago, IL
reupholstered in vintage African fabric.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Textile, Foam, Wood, Down

V-Easy Chair in Iroko Wood by Arno Declercq
Located in Geneve, CH
V-easy chair in iroko wood by Arno Declercq Dimensions: W 100 x D 70 x H 70 cm Materials: Burned
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

V-Easy Chair in Iroko Wood by Arno Declercq
V-Easy Chair in Iroko Wood by Arno Declercq
H 27.56 in W 39.38 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Raoul Guys 'Antony', Chairs Designed for Cite University, Paris , 1954
By Raoul Guys
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Rare and important pair of Raoul Guys 'Antony' chairs designed in 1954 for the world famous 'Cite
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sling Cactus Vegan Leather Hanging Swing Seat, Green
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Three Cats Shwe Shwe fabric. Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame
Category

2010s South African Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sling Outdoor Hanging Swing Seat Vegan Eco Friendly, Green
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of fabric hanging loose
Category

2010s South African Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Contemporary Black Lounge Chair in Iroko Wood, V-Easy Chair by Arno Declercq
By Arno Declercq
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary lounge chair In Iroko Wood - V-Easy chair by Arno Declercq Material: Burned and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

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African Fabric Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the African fabric chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of fabric, metal and wood, every African fabric chair was constructed with great care. There are 14 variations of the antique or vintage African fabric chair you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer African fabric chair, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An African fabric chair, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Neoclassical style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made African fabric chair over the years, but those crafted by Egg Designs are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is an African Fabric Chair?

An African fabric chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,018, while the lowest priced sells for $825 and the highest can go for as much as $8,450.

Finding the Right seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About African Fabric Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An African birthing chair is a wooden seat with a sloped back and angled seat. Its original purpose was to help women maintain the proper position to deliver a baby, however many people use them for seating or decoration. On 1stDibs, shop a range of birthing chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    To pick a fabric for dining room chairs, one should consider durable, easy to maintain or stain-resistant materials. While choosing a fabric is a personal choice, the most commonly preferred upholstery materials include cotton and linen — both are prone to staining, however — as well as leather and synthetic fabrics such as polyester. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dining chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Choosing a fabric for reupholstering dining chairs is dependent on a number of factors. Cotton, faux suede, leather, tweed, velvet and vinyl are all popular options though each has different benefits. It is important to consider durability, ability to clean, and coordinating with decor.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best fabric for dining room chairs is really a matter of preference. Those who are looking for maximum durability should opt for a smooth synthetic fabric that is liquid repellant. Shop dining room chairs in a variety of fabrics on 1stDibs.