What is a captain’s chair for?

Today, a captain's chair is typically used for providing seating at a kitchen or dining table. The name of the chair comes from the fact that furniture of this type once provided seating for a ship's officers in lounge areas. Shop a large collection of captain's chairs on 1stDibs.

What is a captain's chair?

A captain's chair is an armchair with a saddle seat and low curved back, usually upholstered in leather or cloth. It has vertical spindles that create the appearance of extra height for more formal settings. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage chairs.

Why are they called captain’s chairs?

Captain’s chairs are called that because early versions of the armchairs were used aboard boats to provide seating for high-ranking officers. These chairs date back to the 19th century and usually featured all-wood construction. Find a selection of antique and vintage captain's chairs on 1stDibs.

What does a swivel chair do?

A swivel chair spins on its base. While seated, a user can turn the seat to face a different direction without repositioning the base of the chair. Swivel chairs are popular office furniture because they make it possible to reach for items in a workspace without having to get up from a seated position. In seating areas, swivel chairs allow people to focus on different areas of a room, such as a television screen or other people seated close by. Some dining chairs and bar stools also swivel to make it simpler for diners to sit down at and stand up from the table. Shop a large collection of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.

Can you stop a swivel chair from swiveling?

In certain swivel chairs you can fit a rubber wedge between the base of the chair and the swiveling pole to increase the friction. By hammering the wedge you create a seal, limiting the motion of the chair.

Are swivel chairs in style?

Like most home decor trends, swivel chairs have come in and out of popularity multiple times since their creation. However, swivel chairs are considered classic decor even when they’re not on-trend. Swivel chairs continue to be a popular choice because they spin and can suit a variety of spaces. Shop a wide variety of swivel chair styles on 1stDibs.

What does swivel chair mean?

A swivel chair means a chair with a seat that can rotate 360 degrees to face in any direction. You can shop many styles of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.com.

Does the Tulip chair swivel?

Yes, the Tulip chair does indeed swivel. It is a pedestal swivel chair made with an aluminum base and a fiberglass shell, which was very innovative when it was designed in the mid-1950s. You can shop a collection of Tulip chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Does the Swan chair swivel?

Yes, the Swan chair swivels on its metal base. The pivoting design was one of the major innovations of the chair that Arne Jacobsen designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark, and it remains a selling point of the piece to this today. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Arne Jacobsen Swan chairs.

What is a swivel chair called?

What a swivel chair is called varies. However, swivel chair is one of the most commonly used terms for seating with a rotating feature. Other names include swiveling chair, revolving chair, spinning chair and spinny chair. In some cases, people might describe a swivel chair by its function, using terms like dining chair or office chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of swivel chairs.

Is a swivel on a chair a good idea?

Yes, a swivel on a chair is a good idea in many spaces. In offices, swiveling mechanisms make it possible for you to turn and access different items in your workspace without having to get up from your seat. Swiveling dining chairs can make it easier for people to sit and stand before and after meals, and accent chairs that swivel can allow you to turn and easily engage in conversation with other people in the room. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of swivel chairs.

Did Thomas Jefferson create the swivel chair?

Yes, Thomas Jefferson is believed to have created a swivel chair out of a Windsor chair that he had in his home. However, Thomas E. Warren was the inventor who developed the modern swiveling chair on wheels. Called the Centripetal Spring armchair, his design dates back to 1849. Shop a range of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.

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Chesterfield Swivel Armchair

Primative Antique circa 1760 Carthorse Wheel Remade into a Captains Swivel Chair

$3,166

Primative Antique circa 1760 Carthorse Wheel Remade into a Captains Swivel Chair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly collectable circa 1760 Carthorse wheel which has been rebuilt into a captains swivel armchair in solid Elm. A very goo...

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Antique 1760s English George II Swivel Chairs

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Elm

Vintage High Back Chesterfield Heritage Leather Office Captains Swivel Chair

$3,369

Vintage High Back Chesterfield Heritage Leather Office Captains Swivel Chair

By Harrods

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely, large, very comfortable Chesterfield leather wing style office armchair This is a very comfortable captain’s indeed, it’s like your f...

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20th Century English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

RARE ANTIQUE CHINESE 1880 MOTHER OF PEARL INLAID HORSESHOE CAPTAINS SWIVEL CHAiR

$5,053

RARE ANTIQUE CHINESE 1880 MOTHER OF PEARL INLAID HORSESHOE CAPTAINS SWIVEL CHAiR

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely Chinese Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Horseshoe Swivel Armchair, Circa 1880-1900 Please note: The deli...

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Antique 1880s Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

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Hardwood

Ca. 1920 English Captain’s Swivel Office Chair Oak Frame green Synthetic Leather

$370Sale Price|57% Off

Ca. 1920 English Captain’s Swivel Office Chair Oak Frame green Synthetic Leather

Located in Markington, GB

Ca. 1920 English Captain’s Swivel Office Chair – Oak Frame with green Synthetic Leather Upholstery Description: A charming English Captain’s swivel office chair dating to circa 1920...

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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Swivel Chairs

Materials

Oak

English Edwardian Captain's Walnut Swivel Armchair. Early 20thc.

$2,950

English Edwardian Captain's Walnut Swivel Armchair. Early 20thc.

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is an English Edwardian captain’s or smoker’s swivel chair, early 20th century, around 1900 to 1920.

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Antique Late 19th Century Edwardian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Oak Cane Back Swivel Captain’s Desk Chairs by Min-Lee for Winners Only

$1,250 / set

Vintage Oak Cane Back Swivel Captain’s Desk Chairs by Min-Lee for Winners Only

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Oak Cane Back Swivel Captain’s Desk Chairs by Min-Lee for Winners Only – Pair A charming pair of vintage oak swivel desk chairs by Min-Lee for Winners Only.

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Late 20th Century American American Colonial Swivel Chairs

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Oak

VINTAGE BROWN LEATHER AVIATOR METAL SWIVEL OFFICE CAPTAINS ARMCHAiR

$1,010

VINTAGE BROWN LEATHER AVIATOR METAL SWIVEL OFFICE CAPTAINS ARMCHAiR

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Vintage Brown Leather Aviator Metal Swivel Office Captain's Armchair. This exudes a classic charm with its distinctiv...

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20th Century British Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

ANTIQUE HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS OFFICE SWIVEL ARMCHAiR

$3,301

ANTIQUE HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS OFFICE SWIVEL ARMCHAiR

Located in Pulborough, GB

The chair features a comfortable swivel mechanism, allowing for ease of movement, making it perfect for both work and relaxation.

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20th Century British Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage Hand Dyed Aged Brown Leather Captains Swivel Armchair Chesterfield Seat

$3,840

Vintage Hand Dyed Aged Brown Leather Captains Swivel Armchair Chesterfield Seat

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage hand dyed brown leather tub Swivel Captains armchair with Thomas Chippendale style floating buttons to the cushion This piec...

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20th Century English Victorian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

GEORGE SMITH BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED CAPTAiNS CHAIR

$5,204

GEORGE SMITH BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED CAPTAiNS CHAIR

By George Smith

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning brown leather George Smith RRP £7,034 Chesterfield tufted captains office chair P...

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20th Century English Chesterfield Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

VINTAGE CHESTERFIELD DARK AGED GREY LEATHER DIRECTORS SWIFEL CAPTAINS CHAiR

$1,954 / item

VINTAGE CHESTERFIELD DARK AGED GREY LEATHER DIRECTORS SWIFEL CAPTAINS CHAiR

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Vintage Chesterfield Dark Aged Grey Leather Directors Swivel Captain's Chair A striking embodiment of timeless eleganc...

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20th Century British Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

ANTIQUE CIRCA 1800 SHIPS CAPTAiNS CHAIR WITH ROYAL CROWN AND ANCHOR CARVED

$6,064

ANTIQUE CIRCA 1800 SHIPS CAPTAiNS CHAIR WITH ROYAL CROWN AND ANCHOR CARVED

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original, circa 1800 hand carved Mahogany ships captains chair depicting a Royal Crown and Anc...

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Antique Early 1800s English Georgian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

1 OF 4 HERMAN MILLER 1977 STAMPED CHANEL SOFT PAD COGNAC LEATHER CAPTAINS CHAiR

$5,053 / item

1 OF 4 HERMAN MILLER 1977 STAMPED CHANEL SOFT PAD COGNAC LEATHER CAPTAINS CHAiR

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this 1 of 4 Super Comfortable, Original Herman Miller 1977 Stamped Cognac Brown Leather soft pad captains ch...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

One of a Kind Fully Restored Hardwood Chesterfield Captains Directors Armchair

$3,705

One of a Kind Fully Restored Hardwood Chesterfield Captains Directors Armchair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely one of a kind Chesterfield button Directors armchair upholstered in plush woven linen A very good looking well made and comfortable...

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20th Century English Chesterfield Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

19th Century English Victorian Swivel Captains Desk Chair

$2,000

19th Century English Victorian Swivel Captains Desk Chair

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Handsome 19th century English Victorian period captains chair or smokers' bow chair crafted from mahogany.

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Plastic, Mahogany

Late Victorian Antique Swivel Captain’s Desk Chair with Pierced Cane

$2,546

Late Victorian Antique Swivel Captain’s Desk Chair with Pierced Cane

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A charming antique swivel captain’s desk chair, likely English or European, dating to the late Victorian or Edwardian period, circa 1890–1910.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Brass, Iron

Late Victorian Antique Swivel Captain’s Desk Chair with Pierced Cane

$2,554

Late Victorian Antique Swivel Captain’s Desk Chair with Pierced Cane

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A handsome antique swivel captain’s desk chair, dating to the late Victorian or Edwardian period, circa 1890–1910.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Brass, Iron

UNIQUE ANTiQUE VICTORIAN HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE SWIVEL OFFICE CAPTAINS BERGERE CHAIR

$3,301

UNIQUE ANTiQUE VICTORIAN HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE SWIVEL OFFICE CAPTAINS BERGERE CHAIR

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exceptionally rare and super collectable Antique Victorian Continental style hand carved Bergère swivel...

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

RESTORED MID CENTURY DE SEDE DS35 EXECUTIVE SWIVEL CAPTAiNS CHAIR BROWN LEATHER

$5,053

RESTORED MID CENTURY DE SEDE DS35 EXECUTIVE SWIVEL CAPTAiNS CHAIR BROWN LEATHER

By De Sede

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite, original Mid Century Modern Circa 1970's De Sede DS35 Executive swivel office cha...

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

Materials

Chrome

SUPER RARE HIGHLY COLLECTABLE BURR YEW WOOD WINDSOR SWiVEL CAPTAINS OFFICE CHAIR

$3,840

SUPER RARE HIGHLY COLLECTABLE BURR YEW WOOD WINDSOR SWiVEL CAPTAINS OFFICE CHAIR

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare and highly collectable burr yew wood Windsor swivel armchair with height adjustable base Pl...

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20th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Yew

19th Century Oak Ship’s Swivel Chair with Adjustable Height

$1,382

19th Century Oak Ship’s Swivel Chair with Adjustable Height

Located in Madrid, ES

Keywords: Antique Ship Chair, Captain’s Chair, Swivel Chair, Adjustable Chair, Oak Chair, Nautical Furniture, Maritime Furniture, 19th Century Furniture, Florin Antiques.

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Antique 1890s Chairs

Materials

Oak

20C Burgundy Executive Swivel Chair

$1,500

20C Burgundy Executive Swivel Chair

Located in Dallas, TX

It is in the form of a Captain’s or Executive Swivel Chair. We are of the opinion that it was made in America by a top maker.

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20th Century American Edwardian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Satinwood, Walnut

Pair of Antique 'Captain's" Swivel Office Chairs '2'

$1,812 / item

Pair of Antique 'Captain's" Swivel Office Chairs '2'

Located in London, GB

Metal and oak 'Officer's' or 'Captain's' chairs. France, early 20th century.

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Early 20th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Antique c.1900 Mahogany and Leather Swivel Captain’s Chair – Quality Desk Chair

$1,225Sale Price|30% Off

Antique c.1900 Mahogany and Leather Swivel Captain’s Chair – Quality Desk Chair

Located in Wisbech, England

Antique c.1900 Mahogany and Leather Swivel Captain’s Chair – Quality Desk Chair A very rare antique mahogany swivel desk chair, dating from around 1900.

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Antique Early 1900s British Armchairs

Materials

Wood

George Smith "Captain's" Swivel Office Chair Armchair - In Pink Leather

$3,881

George Smith "Captain's" Swivel Office Chair Armchair - In Pink Leather

Located in Barrowford, GB

On offer on this occasion is a superb, George Smith "Captain's" swivel, adjustable-height armchair, dressed in their peerless, elegant, highly-seductive and sensationally-tactile dar...

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2010s Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Antique JB Van Sciver Oak Wood Swivel Ship Captains Courthouse Bankers Arm Chair

$1,300

Antique JB Van Sciver Oak Wood Swivel Ship Captains Courthouse Bankers Arm Chair

By J.B. Van Sciver Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique JB Van Sciver Oak Wood Swivel Ship Captains Courthouse Bankers Arm Chair.

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Early 20th Century Victorian Armchairs

Materials

Iron

8 Pc Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Spun Fiberglass Dining Set by Russell Woodard

$1,895 / set

8 Pc Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Spun Fiberglass Dining Set by Russell Woodard

By Russell Woodard

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Set includes table with a glass top, not pictured, glass is perfect and 72 x 40 with a height of 29.75. 6 captains armchairs which swivel. No cushions, chairs are in excellent vintag...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Fiberglass, Paint

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American Yacht Captain's swivel Chair

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H 37 in W 27 in Dm 27 in

American Yacht Captain's swivel Chair

By Crocker Chair Company

Located in Summerland, CA

A finely-carved Yacht armchair in its original caning. The chair adjusts and swivels. Manufactured by the Crocker Chair Company.

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Early 20th Century American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Cane

Chesterfield Swivel Chair

Unavailable

H 33.47 in W 24.41 in D 25.6 in

Chesterfield Swivel Chair

Located in Eindhoven, NL

This Chesterfield captain's swivel chair is perfect as an office chair to fit behind a nice desk.

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Early 2000s English Chesterfield Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Leather Captains Tub Chair Swivel Office Desk Seat

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H 35 in W 25 in D 24 in

Leather Captains Tub Chair Swivel Office Desk Seat

Located in Potters Bar, Herts

The actual design is modelled on the famous Captains chair which of course get\'s the name from the fact that this design was originally used on a ship for the captain who could swiv...

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1990s Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Fully Stamped 1860 Antique Dutch Colonial Burgermeister Captains Swivel Chair

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H 29.14 in W 28.55 in D 25.6 in

Fully Stamped 1860 Antique Dutch Colonial Burgermeister Captains Swivel Chair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this exceptionally rare, circa 1860 Dutch Colonial Burgermeister swivel chair with hand carved hairy paw feet retailed through J.J Alan LTD furnitu...

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Antique 1860s Danish Dutch Colonial Swivel Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Oak

Captain's Swivel Desk Chair

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H 89 in W 62 in D 60 in

Captain's Swivel Desk Chair

Located in Crawley, GB

Captain's oak Swivel Desk Chair. For sale a late 20th century beautiful mahogany revolving tub back desk chair, upholstered in buttoned claret leather, in good condition!

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Late 20th Century British Chesterfield Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Antique Swivel Captains Desk Chair

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H 35.44 in W 27.17 in D 25.99 in

Antique Swivel Captains Desk Chair

Located in London, GB

A smart and very comfortable antique Victorian style desk chair. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1960’s. It is of superb quality and is very comfortable. It swi...

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Vintage 1960s British Victorian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

English Swivel Captain Chair, circa 1920

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H 31.89 in W 24.81 in D 23.63 in

English Swivel Captain Chair, circa 1920

Located in Markington, GB

English swivel captain chair, circa 1920. Blue painted swivel captain’s chair, is in very good vintage condition.

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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Swivel Chairs

Antique Leather Swivel Captains Desk Chair

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H 35.04 in W 25.99 in D 27.96 in

Antique Leather Swivel Captains Desk Chair

Located in London, GB

A lovely antique leather swivel captains desk chair. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1950’s.

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Vintage 1950s British Victorian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Leather Swivel Captains Desk Chair

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H 36.23 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in

Antique Leather Swivel Captains Desk Chair

Located in London, GB

A lovely antique leather swivel captains desk chair. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1950’s.

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Vintage 1950s British Victorian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Leather Swivel Captains Desk Chair

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H 36.23 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in

Antique Leather Swivel Captains Desk Chair

Located in London, GB

A wonderful antique leather swivel captains desk chair. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1950’s.

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Vintage 1950s British Victorian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Leather Swivel Captains Desk Chair

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H 36.23 in W 25.99 in D 27.96 in

Antique Leather Swivel Captains Desk Chair

Located in London, GB

A wonderful antique leather swivel captains desk chair. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1950’s.

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Vintage 1950s British Victorian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Leather Swivel Captains Desk Chair

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H 35.04 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in

Antique Leather Swivel Captains Desk Chair

Located in London, GB

A lovely antique Victorian style leather captains desk chair. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1950’s.

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Vintage 1950s British Victorian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Antique Mahogany & Leather Swivel Captains Desk Chair

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H 36 in W 28 in

Antique Mahogany & Leather Swivel Captains Desk Chair

Located in London, GB

Antique Victorian style captains desk chair in mahogany & upholstered in leather, dating to circa 1950s period.

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Vintage 1950s English Victorian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

FINE 1950'S BURGUNDY CHESTERFIELD LEATHER CAPTAINS SWIVEL DESK CHAiR

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H 33.08 in W 25.6 in D 27.56 in

FINE 1950'S BURGUNDY CHESTERFIELD LEATHER CAPTAINS SWIVEL DESK CHAiR

Located in Pulborough, GB

The swivel base allows for ease of movement, while the captain's chair design offers excellent support and a commanding presence.

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20th Century British Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

VINTAGE AGED GREEN LEATHER ENGLiSH CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS COURT SWIVEL CHAIR

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H 30.52 in W 23.82 in D 24.41 in

VINTAGE AGED GREEN LEATHER ENGLiSH CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS COURT SWIVEL CHAIR

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Green Leather made in England Chesterfield Court chair Please note the delivery fee lis...

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20th Century English Victorian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Rare Victorian Fully Restored Brown Leather Ships Captains Swivel Office Chair

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H 33.08 in W 28.35 in D 23.23 in

Rare Victorian Fully Restored Brown Leather Ships Captains Swivel Office Chair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning fully restored hand dyed aged brown leather early Victorian ships captains chair This chair is just about as fine as yo...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Antique circa 1860 Fully Restored Whiskey Brown Leather Swivel Captains Chair

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H 31.11 in W 28.15 in D 25.01 in

Antique circa 1860 Fully Restored Whiskey Brown Leather Swivel Captains Chair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this rare fully restored circa 1860 Barrell back hand dyed brown leather office chair. This chair is really quite exquisite, it’s one of the ear...

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Antique 1860s English High Victorian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Fine Antique circa 1860 Chesterfield Cigar Brown Leather Swivel Captains Chair

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H 36.03 in W 26.97 in D 31.11 in

Fine Antique circa 1860 Chesterfield Cigar Brown Leather Swivel Captains Chair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this rare circa 1860 Barrell back Chesterfield hand dyed brown leather office chair. This chair is really quite exquisite, it’s one of the earli...

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Antique 1860s English High Victorian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Antique Thomas Chippendale Claw & Ball Feet Brown Leather Swivel Captains Chair

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H 41.15 in W 27.56 in D 25.79 in

Antique Thomas Chippendale Claw & Ball Feet Brown Leather Swivel Captains Chair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer this exquisite, highly collectable, Thomas Chippendale Claw & Ball foot, swivel office chair in brown leather What a chair! This is pure art furniture an...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

PAIR OF LATE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN WALNUT B COHEN & SON'S LTD SWIVEL CAPTAINS CHAIRs

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H 35.24 in W 22.84 in D 24.02 in

PAIR OF LATE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN WALNUT B COHEN & SON'S LTD SWIVEL CAPTAINS CHAIRs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning pair of late Victorian circa 1899 B Cohen & Son's LTD stamped Captains swivel armch...

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Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Walnut-Framed Captain's Office Chair

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H 35.5 in W 25.5 in D 25 in

Walnut-Framed Captain's Office Chair

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut-framed captain’s office chair with shaped back and seat upholstered in black leather which has some ware to arms and seat, raised on four supports terminating with brass caped...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Swivel Chairs

FULLY RESTORED CIGAR BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS OFFICE SWIVEL ARMCHAiR

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H 33.86 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

FULLY RESTORED CIGAR BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS OFFICE SWIVEL ARMCHAiR

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Stunning Restored Cigar Brown Hand Dyed Leather Swivel Chesterfield Chair. The leather on this chair has been stripped...

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20th Century British Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Hand Dyed Brown Leather Aviator Hammered Metal Swivel Captains Armchairs

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H 36.23 in W 31.11 in D 26.38 in

Hand Dyed Brown Leather Aviator Hammered Metal Swivel Captains Armchairs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this hand dyed vintage heritage brown leather aviator office chairs with aluminium riveted frames These are the ever popular aviator chairs, they ...

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20th Century English Industrial Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Antique Victorian Style Captains Desk Chair

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H 33.86 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in

Antique Victorian Style Captains Desk Chair

Located in London, GB

A smart and very well made antique captains desk chair. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1950s period.

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Vintage 1950s British Victorian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Beautiful Cushioned Chesterfield Captain Leather Chair

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H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

Beautiful Cushioned Chesterfield Captain Leather Chair

Located in Crawley, GB

We are delighted to offer for sell this stunning Cushioned Chesterfield Captain Leather Chair. This chair is in lightly restored condition, we have deep cleaned hand condition waxed ...

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Late 20th Century British British Colonial Swivel Chairs

Materials

Iron

Beautiful Ox Blood Red Chesterfield Captain Chair

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H 33.86 in W 24.81 in D 25.6 in

Beautiful Ox Blood Red Chesterfield Captain Chair

Located in Crawley, GB

We delight to offer for sale this fantastic ox blood red captain deep buttoned swivel desk chair. This chair is in great condition with no tares, rips or buttons missing.

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Late 20th Century British Swivel Chairs

Materials

Iron

Original Hillcrest Restored Chesterfield Brown Leather Directors Captains Chair

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H 47.05 in W 27.17 in

Original Hillcrest Restored Chesterfield Brown Leather Directors Captains Chair

By Hillcrest

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Hillcrest circa 1900 hand dyed fully restored cigar brown leather Chesterfield fully buttoned directors captains chair Th...

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Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Chesterfield Directors Green Leather and Oak Executive Captains Office Chair

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H 34.65 in W 25.6 in D 27.56 in

Chesterfield Directors Green Leather and Oak Executive Captains Office Chair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer this vintage aged green leather Chesterfield captains chair with oak wood frame A good looking well made and exceptionally comfortable captains chair, th...

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20th Century English Chesterfield Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Harrods Restored Hand Dyed President Brown Leather Directors Captains Chair

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H 47.45 in W 30.52 in D 36.03 in

Harrods Restored Hand Dyed President Brown Leather Directors Captains Chair

By Harrods

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored Harrods London hand dyed deep cigar brown leather exceptionally comfortable Wingback Presidents directors chair Th...

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20th Century English Art Deco Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Harrods Restored Hand Dyed President Brown Leather Directors Captains Chair

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H 47.45 in W 30.52 in D 36.03 in

Harrods Restored Hand Dyed President Brown Leather Directors Captains Chair

By Harrods

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored Harrods London hand dyed deep cigar brown leather exceptionally comfortable Wingback Presidents directors chair Th...

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20th Century English Art Deco Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Restored Hand Dyed Brown Leather Chesterfield Gainsborough Carver Captains Chair

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H 39.38 in W 26.19 in D 25.6 in

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Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely handmade in England Chesterfield Gainsborough carver captains chair The condition is good for the period, its been full restored to ...

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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Captains Chairs by Eero Aarnio for Asko, 1960s, Set of Two

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H 31.89 in W 30.71 in D 27.56 in

Captains Chairs by Eero Aarnio for Asko, 1960s, Set of Two

By Eero Aarnio, Asko

Located in Uppsala, Uppsala

Pair of Captains chair designed by Eero Aarnio for Asko. A true pop design icon of the 1960s.

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Materials

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Fully Restored Chesterfield Cigar Brown Leather Captains Chair Barrel Back

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H 37.21 in W 24.02 in D 29.53 in

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Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for auction this lovely fully restored hand dyed cigar brown leather barrel back Chesterfield captain’s chair This piece has been fully restored to inclu...

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20th Century British Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Large Vintage Napoleon Style Brown Leather Chesterfield Captains Office Chair

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H 45.87 in W 30.32 in D 31.11 in

Large Vintage Napoleon Style Brown Leather Chesterfield Captains Office Chair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning very large vintage Napoleon style brown leather Chesterfield buttoned captains office armchair A very decorative and well made cha...

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20th Century English Napoleon III Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Armchair Captain English Cherry 19th

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H 33.46 in Dm 17.71 in

Armchair Captain English Cherry 19th

Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR

This solid cherry armchair is characterized by a low and enveloping backrest. The bars are turned and join a superior crossbeam rounded top to serve as an armrest. It is swivel. The ...

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Antique 1890s French British Colonial Swivel Chairs

Materials

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RESTORED BROWN LEATHER WILLIAM IV 1830 HARDWOOD CHESTERFiELD CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR

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H 34.65 in W 25.2 in D 26.78 in

RESTORED BROWN LEATHER WILLIAM IV 1830 HARDWOOD CHESTERFiELD CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original, fully restored circa 1830 William IV Captains chair with period Porcelain castors ...

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Antique 1830s English William IV Swivel Chairs

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Leather Captains Chair Swivel Desk Seat

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H 37 in W 26 in D 29 in

Leather Captains Chair Swivel Desk Seat

Located in Potters Bar, GB

A fine and comfortable mahogany captains chair, raised on a shaped revolving base fitted with brass castors, combining practicality with timeless elegance The chair is upholstered in...

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Vintage 1920s Chairs

Materials

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Louis Philippe Style Walnut Partners Desk and Chair Set

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H 32 in W 57.5 in D 35.5 in

Louis Philippe Style Walnut Partners Desk and Chair Set

Located in Winter Park, FL

As found with the desk, is a newer green leather Chesterfield captain's swivel chair. Measures: Desk 57.5" W x 35.5" D x 32" H.

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Early 20th Century French Louis Philippe Desks and Writing Tables

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Antique Victorian Oak Swivel Ships / Captains Cockpit Desk Chair 19th C

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H 33.08 in W 22.84 in D 18.12 in

Antique Victorian Oak Swivel Ships / Captains Cockpit Desk Chair 19th C

Located in London, GB

An absolutely stunning antique 19th century Victorian oak swivel ships, captains cockpit desk chair, Circa 1880 in date.

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Materials

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A Leather Hide Swivelling Desk Chair or Captains Chair

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H 33 in W 25 in D 22 in

A Leather Hide Swivelling Desk Chair or Captains Chair

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Leather Hide Swivelling Desk Chair or Captains Chair The Chair has an attractive high curving upholstered back and top rail, the back rest is deeply buttoned for comfort, the ch...

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Antique 19th Century Adam Style Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

A Green Leather Swivelling Desk Chair or Captains Chair

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H 34 in W 24 in D 22 in

A Green Leather Swivelling Desk Chair or Captains Chair

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Green Leather Swivelling Desk Chair or Captains Chair The Chair has an attractive high curving upholstered back top rail, the Chair Seat is deeply buttoned upholstered and very ...

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Vintage 1960s Adam Style Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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A Green Leather Swivelling Desk Chair or Captains Chair

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H 34 in W 23 in D 23 in

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Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Green Leather Swivelling Desk Chair or Captains Chair The Chair has an attractive high curving upholstered back top rail, the Chair Seat is deeply buttoned upholstered and very...

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Antique Deep Buttoned Leather Swivel Captains Desk Chair

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H 33 in W 29 in

Antique Deep Buttoned Leather Swivel Captains Desk Chair

Located in London, GB

A handsome and top quality vintage deep buttoned leather desk chair in the antique Victorian style. This dates from the 1950s-1960s, it’s in great condition for its age. We have j...

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Vintage English Leather Captains Desk Swivel Chair Green 20th Century

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H 35.44 in W 25.2 in D 25.99 in

Vintage English Leather Captains Desk Swivel Chair Green 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a vintage leather 'Captains chair' in a beautiful sage green colour, hand-made in England with materials of the finest quality and dating from the late 20th Century.

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Materials

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Vintage Harrods London Bordeaux Leather Wingback Captains Directors Swivel Chair

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H 50.01 in W 31.5 in D 30.71 in

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By Harrods

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning restored hand dyed Bordeaux leather very large Chesterfield Wingback office chair with original leather and patina This is a very ...

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Vintage Chesterfield Aged Brown Leather Captains Directors Office Swivel Chair

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H 34.26 in W 25.01 in D 26.78 in

Vintage Chesterfield Aged Brown Leather Captains Directors Office Swivel Chair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage original Chesterfield aged brown leather captain’s chair The chair was made by the Original Chesterfield Company in 1970s, t...

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Mid-20th Century British Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Vintage Chesterfield Tan Brown Leather Captains Directors Office Swivel Chair

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H 32.29 in W 24.61 in D 27.96 in

Vintage Chesterfield Tan Brown Leather Captains Directors Office Swivel Chair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage original Chesterfield tan aged brown leather captain’s chair I have two of these in stock, the other has a slightly darker u...

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20th Century British Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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CHESTERFIELD FULLY RESTORED CIGAR BROWN LEATHER SWiVEL CAPTAINS OFFICE CHAIR

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H 34.65 in W 27.56 in D 18.12 in

CHESTERFIELD FULLY RESTORED CIGAR BROWN LEATHER SWiVEL CAPTAINS OFFICE CHAIR

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored vintage Regency style Chesterfield hand dyed brown leather office chair Please...

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20th Century English Regency Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

1940s English Swivel Tilt Hillcrest Industrial Teak Captain’s Office Desk Chair

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H 33.47 in W 22.05 in D 21.66 in

1940s English Swivel Tilt Hillcrest Industrial Teak Captain’s Office Desk Chair

By Hillcrest

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

A really clean example of a 20th Century teak Hillcrest Captain’s office desk chair dating from the 1940s, with a spindle-back on splayed legs and castors. The Hillcrest mechanism al...

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Mid-20th Century Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

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Sublime Antique circa 1860 Fully Restored Brown Leather Swivel Captains Chair

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H 30.71 in W 27.56 in D 25.99 in

Sublime Antique circa 1860 Fully Restored Brown Leather Swivel Captains Chair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this rare fully restored circa 1860 Barrell back hand dyed brown leather office chair. This chair is really quite exquisite, it’s one of the ear...

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Antique 1860s English High Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

HAND DYED VINTAGE AGED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS SWIVEL OFFICE CHAIr

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H 41.15 in W 27.56 in D 30.32 in

HAND DYED VINTAGE AGED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS SWIVEL OFFICE CHAIr

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand made in England, aged brown hand dyed leather Chesterfield captains office chair Please...

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20th Century English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

VINTAGE FULLY RESTORED DEEP CIGAR BROWN LEATHER SWiVEL CAPTAINS OFFICE CHAIR

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H 35.24 in W 27.56 in D 23.43 in

VINTAGE FULLY RESTORED DEEP CIGAR BROWN LEATHER SWiVEL CAPTAINS OFFICE CHAIR

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored vintage William IV style Chesterfield hand dyed brown leather office chair. P...

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20th Century English William IV Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Handsome RH Vintage Solid Oak Captain's Swivel Desk Chair Task Office Use

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H 31 in W 25.5 in L 31 in

Handsome RH Vintage Solid Oak Captain's Swivel Desk Chair Task Office Use

By Restoration Hardware

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Good looking and very handsome restoration hardware vintage solid oak captain's desk chair office task use Swivel function with continuous arm and aluminum base.

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2010s Chinese Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Victorian Cast Iron Lion Base Blue Leather Ships Captains Swivel Office Chair

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H 35.44 in W 22.05 in D 18.71 in

Victorian Cast Iron Lion Base Blue Leather Ships Captains Swivel Office Chair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning mid Victorian Ships Swivel armchair on a solid cast iron base with Lion head detailing A very good looking and decorati...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Iron

VITRA EAMES EA 217 / 219 SOFT PAD LEATHER CAPTAINS SWIVEL OFFICE CHAiR

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H 32.29 in W 27.56 in D 27.17 in

VITRA EAMES EA 217 / 219 SOFT PAD LEATHER CAPTAINS SWIVEL OFFICE CHAiR

By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super comfortable, original Vitra Eames Black Leather sofa pad captains chair which is model number EA2...

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

Materials

Chrome

Stunning William iv Hardwood & Hand Dyed Leather Captain Swivel Armchair

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H 35.04 in W 24.81 in D 26.38 in

Stunning William iv Hardwood & Hand Dyed Leather Captain Swivel Armchair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning William IV Mahogany & hand dyed leather captain swivel armchair. This sale is for a Victorian hand dyed brown leather captains sw...

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Antique 1880s English William IV Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Green Captains Chair by Eero Aarnio for Asko Finland, 1960s

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H 31.89 in W 30.71 in D 27.56 in

Green Captains Chair by Eero Aarnio for Asko Finland, 1960s

By Asko, Eero Aarnio

Located in Vienna, AT

This swivelling turquoise green Captains chair was designed by Eero Aarnio for Asko Finland in the 1960s and is a true pop design icon of the 1960s.

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Antique 1660s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Vintage Heritage Aged Saddle Brown Leather Halo Swivel Office Captains Armchair

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H 39.38 in W 25.2 in D 27.56 in

Vintage Heritage Aged Saddle Brown Leather Halo Swivel Office Captains Armchair

By HALO SOHO

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this very comfortable, saddle brown heritage leather office chair made by Halo Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers wi...

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

Materials

Chrome

ORIGINAL ANTIQUE THONET SWiVEL BERGERE DESK CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR MODEL NUMBER 3

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H 31.11 in W 24.81 in D 23.23 in

ORIGINAL ANTIQUE THONET SWiVEL BERGERE DESK CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR MODEL NUMBER 3

By Thonet

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare, original, antique, Thonet Model No 3 swivel bergère chair circa 1900 Please note the deliv...

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Antique Early 1900s European Late Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

PAIR OF 19THC CAPTAINS CHAIR/SWIVEL BAR STOOLS

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H 48 in W 22 in D 24 in

PAIR OF 19THC CAPTAINS CHAIR/SWIVEL BAR STOOLS

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19THC VERY UNUSUAL TALL CAPTAINS CHAIR/SWIVEL SEAT BAR STOOLS.THESE BAR STOOLS ARE RENFORSED WITH CAST IRON UNDER THE SEATS AND IRON TURNING .ON THE LEGS ARE BENT WOOD/HICKORY WOOD.T...

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Antique 19th Century American Stools

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Iron

LOVELY VINTAGE BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED WiNGBACK CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR

$3,705

H 48.04 in W 33.08 in D 38.59 in

LOVELY VINTAGE BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED WiNGBACK CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning brown leather Wingback Chesterfield tufted captains office chair Please note the ...

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Materials

Leather

CONSERVATIVE RESTORED CiGAR BROWN LEATHER OAK CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR

$2,627

H 31.11 in W 25.2 in D 31.11 in

CONSERVATIVE RESTORED CiGAR BROWN LEATHER OAK CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this gorgeous fully restored oak frame chesterfield cigar brown leather captain armchair. This piece combines style and attractiveness, which woul...

Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Very Comfortable Brown Leather Chesterfield Captains Directors Armchair

$1,819

H 39.77 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in

Very Comfortable Brown Leather Chesterfield Captains Directors Armchair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this pretty much new brown leather Chesterfield office I had two of these, one has now sold and its just the one left It is massively height adj...

Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Series of 8 English Chairs in Green Leather, Mahogany, Early 20th Century

$2,514 / set

H 37.01 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Series of 8 English Chairs in Green Leather, Mahogany, Early 20th Century

Located in Nice, FR

Series of 8 English chairs, made around 1910, chair with high back in carved solid mahogany, green leather upholstery.

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Antique 19th Century British Early Victorian Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Popular Restored Chesterfield Vintage Brown Leather Directors Captains Chair

$3,379

H 37.8 in W 25.6 in D 26.78 in

Popular Restored Chesterfield Vintage Brown Leather Directors Captains Chair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely restored vintage Chesterfield fully buttoned aged brown leather captains chair This piece was fully restored around a year ago, it ha...

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Vintage 1930s English Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Late 19th Century Windsor Style Saddle Seat Armchair

$1,295

H 38 in W 25.5 in D 23.5 in

Late 19th Century Windsor Style Saddle Seat Armchair

Located in Germantown, MD

A Late 19th Century parinated Windsor Style stained Armchair with saddle back seat. Measures 23.5 " in width, 23.5 " in depth and 38" in height. Seat height is 17.5". Arm height is ...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Windsor Chairs

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Hardwood

Victorian Style Polished Leather Executive Desk Chair, USA, 1970s

$1,707Sale Price|25% Off

H 40.16 in W 28.35 in D 28.35 in

Victorian Style Polished Leather Executive Desk Chair, USA, 1970s

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A handsome executive desk chair upholstered in rich, polished burgundy leather and designed in the classic Chesterfield tradition. The chair features a tall wingback form with deep ...

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Late 20th Century American Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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ANTiQUE FULLY RESTORED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD DIRECTORS CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR

$3,717

H 40.16 in W 31.11 in D 36.62 in

ANTiQUE FULLY RESTORED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD DIRECTORS CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Patina, fully restored hand dyed Cigar Brown leather Chesterfield captain's or director...

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Vintage 1960s English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

English Regency Style Tufted Leather Executive Office Chair

$3,500

H 44 in W 27 in D 28 in

English Regency Style Tufted Leather Executive Office Chair

Located in Rio Vista, CA

A handsome 20th century English Regency style tall executive office desk chair in an opulent royal blue leather. The stately swivel chair features deep button tufting across the seat...

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20th Century American Regency Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Brass, Iron

Vintage English Hand Made Leather Directors Desk Chair 20th Century

$1,549

H 42.13 in W 29.73 in D 32.68 in

Vintage English Hand Made Leather Directors Desk Chair 20th Century

Located in London, GB

An absolutely stunning vintage leather 'Director's chair' with button back in a beautiful burgundy colour, hand-made in England with materials of the finest quality, dating from the ...

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Late 20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Leather

1950s, Danish vintage armchair, original green furniture velour, oak wood.

$835

H 33.08 in W 26.78 in D 29.14 in

1950s, Danish vintage armchair, original green furniture velour, oak wood.

Located in Tarm, 82

1950s, Danish vintage armchair. Original green furniture velour, oak wood, springs in the seat cushions. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufa...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

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Victorian Designed Chesterfield Burgundy Red Leather Button Tufted Desk Chair

$2,115

H 38.59 in W 26.78 in D 29.53 in

Victorian Designed Chesterfield Burgundy Red Leather Button Tufted Desk Chair

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A substantial and sumptuous Victorian style vintage chesterfield swivel desk chair upholstered in richly patinated burgundy-red leather. The generously proportioned chair features a...

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20th Century British High Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Brass, Iron

Mid-Century office chair in wood, American Clerk chair 1930s

$1,371

H 35.44 in W 22.84 in D 19.69 in

Mid-Century office chair in wood, American Clerk chair 1930s

Located in Argelato, BO

Antique swivel office armchair in solid wood, made in the 1930s and perfectly preserved. The armchair, in excellent state of conservation, will give elegance and character to your ...

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Vintage 1930s English American Classical Swivel Chairs

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Wood

Vintage Oxblood Leather Antique Stud Chesterfield Wingback Swivel Office Chair

$3,176

H 45.28 in W 26.38 in D 31.89 in

Vintage Oxblood Leather Antique Stud Chesterfield Wingback Swivel Office Chair

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this very comfortable Oxblood leather large Chesterfield Wingback office chair with original leather and patina. This is a very comfortable captai...

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20th Century English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Hardwood

Chinese Export Oriental Hand Carved Rosewood Corner Chair

$575Sale Price|52% Off

H 34 in W 23.5 in D 17 in

Chinese Export Oriental Hand Carved Rosewood Corner Chair

Located in Plainview, NY

A beautiful Chinese export oriental corner chair. The chair is finely hand-carved of quality rosewood with shiny lacquer finish and is made using tongue and groove technique. The bac...

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Antique Turner's Chair, English, Oak, Old Saxon, Elbow Seat, Victorian, C.1900

$2,772Sale Price|20% Off

H 34.26 in W 25.79 in D 22.45 in

Antique Turner's Chair, English, Oak, Old Saxon, Elbow Seat, Victorian, C.1900

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique turner’s chair. An English, oak Old Saxon elbow seat, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. A fascinating example in the John Starkey Warwick style, of...

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Early 20th Century British Victorian Armchairs

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Oak

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20th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Luxurious & Rare Asprey & Co. London Royal Warrant Drinks Cabinet Dry Bar

$15,726 / set

H 30.12 in W 23.82 in D 24.61 in

Luxurious & Rare Asprey & Co. London Royal Warrant Drinks Cabinet Dry Bar

By Heal's, Charles & George Asprey

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Luxurious, and Rare Asprey & Co. London 1920s Royal Warrant. Early 20th century Limed Oak Elevette Drinks Cabinet with Rare Asprey's Pewter Lemon Squeezer on Stand. Original Buil...

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Vintage 1920s English Edwardian Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Rare Attributed to Gillows Regency Armchair Hand Dyed Brown Leather Hand-Painted

$13,518

H 36.23 in W 26.58 in D 29.53 in

Rare Attributed to Gillows Regency Armchair Hand Dyed Brown Leather Hand-Painted

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning fully restored hand dyed cigar brown leather period Regency mahogany Chesterfield Porters armchair attributed to Gillows ...

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Antique Early 1800s English Regency Armchairs

Materials

Leather

The Bel-Air Magnus Luxury Safe by Döttling

$350,100 / item

H 64.57 in W 47.25 in D 24.41 in

The Bel-Air Magnus Luxury Safe by Döttling

Located in New York, NY

Around the world, Döttling luxury safes find homes among select connoisseurs and enthusiasts of the finest locksmith artisanry. They originate from the Döttling manufactory in Sindel...

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Materials

Leather

English Georgian Style Tufted Leather & Mahogany Swivel & Tilt Desk Bergere

$4,200

H 43.5 in W 32 in D 29.5 in

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Located in Atlanta, GA

The upper bergere section entirely covered in tufted leather with a reclined back and overturned arms and a shaped apron, the chair raised on a central post with an adjustable tensio...

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Mid-20th Century British Georgian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

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Captains Swivel Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal captains swivel chair for your home. A captains swivel chair — often made from animal skin, leather and wood — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the captains swivel chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A captains swivel chair made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one captains swivel chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Chesterfield, Harrods and Eero Aarnio produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Captains Swivel Chair?

Prices for a captains swivel chair start at $672 and top out at $4,600 with the average selling for $2,480.

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.

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Questions About Captains Swivel Chair

What is a captain’s chair for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Today, a captain's chair is typically used for providing seating at a kitchen or dining table. The name of the chair comes from the fact that furniture of this type once provided seating for a ship's officers in lounge areas. Shop a large collection of captain's chairs on 1stDibs.
What is a captain's chair?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A captain's chair is an armchair with a saddle seat and low curved back, usually upholstered in leather or cloth. It has vertical spindles that create the appearance of extra height for more formal settings. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage chairs.
Why are they called captain’s chairs?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Captain’s chairs are called that because early versions of the armchairs were used aboard boats to provide seating for high-ranking officers. These chairs date back to the 19th century and usually featured all-wood construction. Find a selection of antique and vintage captain's chairs on 1stDibs.
What does a swivel chair do?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
A swivel chair spins on its base. While seated, a user can turn the seat to face a different direction without repositioning the base of the chair. Swivel chairs are popular office furniture because they make it possible to reach for items in a workspace without having to get up from a seated position. In seating areas, swivel chairs allow people to focus on different areas of a room, such as a television screen or other people seated close by. Some dining chairs and bar stools also swivel to make it simpler for diners to sit down at and stand up from the table. Shop a large collection of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.
Can you stop a swivel chair from swiveling?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
In certain swivel chairs you can fit a rubber wedge between the base of the chair and the swiveling pole to increase the friction. By hammering the wedge you create a seal, limiting the motion of the chair.
Are swivel chairs in style?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Like most home decor trends, swivel chairs have come in and out of popularity multiple times since their creation. However, swivel chairs are considered classic decor even when they’re not on-trend. Swivel chairs continue to be a popular choice because they spin and can suit a variety of spaces. Shop a wide variety of swivel chair styles on 1stDibs.
What does swivel chair mean?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A swivel chair means a chair with a seat that can rotate 360 degrees to face in any direction. You can shop many styles of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.com.
Does the Tulip chair swivel?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, the Tulip chair does indeed swivel. It is a pedestal swivel chair made with an aluminum base and a fiberglass shell, which was very innovative when it was designed in the mid-1950s. You can shop a collection of Tulip chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Does the Swan chair swivel?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, the Swan chair swivels on its metal base. The pivoting design was one of the major innovations of the chair that Arne Jacobsen designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark, and it remains a selling point of the piece to this today. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Arne Jacobsen Swan chairs.
What is a swivel chair called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
What a swivel chair is called varies. However, swivel chair is one of the most commonly used terms for seating with a rotating feature. Other names include swiveling chair, revolving chair, spinning chair and spinny chair. In some cases, people might describe a swivel chair by its function, using terms like dining chair or office chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of swivel chairs.
Is a swivel on a chair a good idea?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
Yes, a swivel on a chair is a good idea in many spaces. In offices, swiveling mechanisms make it possible for you to turn and access different items in your workspace without having to get up from your seat. Swiveling dining chairs can make it easier for people to sit and stand before and after meals, and accent chairs that swivel can allow you to turn and easily engage in conversation with other people in the room. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of swivel chairs.
Did Thomas Jefferson create the swivel chair?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Yes, Thomas Jefferson is believed to have created a swivel chair out of a Windsor chair that he had in his home. However, Thomas E. Warren was the inventor who developed the modern swiveling chair on wheels. Called the Centripetal Spring armchair, his design dates back to 1849. Shop a range of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.

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