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"Heron" Rocking Chair and Footrest for Tendo Mokko Japan
By Tendo Mokko
Located in North Hollywood, CA
"Heron" rocking chair and footrest designed by Mitsumasa Sugasawa for Tendo Mokko Japan in
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
Ligne Roset Fireside “Neo” Lounge Rocking Chair and Footrest
By Ligne Roset
Located in Miami, FL
Ligne Roset “Neo” fireside rocking chair and footrest with original canary yellow fabric by Alban
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Rocking Chair and Footrest by Angel Pazmino, Ecuador, 1970's
By Angel Pazmino
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Wood and leather rocking chair and footrest by Angel Pazmino for Meubles De Estilo Ecuador, 1970's
Category
Vintage 1970s Ecuadorean Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Jean Marie Massaud 'Auckland' Lounge Chair and Footrest by Cassina
By Jean-Marie Massaud, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lounge chair designed by Jean Marie Massaud in 2005. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
In
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Jean Marie Massaud 'Auckland' Lounge Chair and Footrest by Cassina
By Jean-Marie Massaud, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lounge chair designed by Jean Marie Massaud in 2005. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
In
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Corner Or Corner Chairs And Footrest From Nuristan Afghanistan/pakistan - XIXth
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
Magnificent set of two honorary chairs and a footrest made of solid cedar wood, handcrafted in the
Category
Antique 19th Century Afghan Other Armchairs
Materials
Wood
H 36.23 in W 21.66 in D 21.26 in
Claude Brisson Postmodern Zen Lounge Chair and Ottoman for Ligne Roset, 1980s
By Ligne Roset, Claude Brisson
Located in Miami, FL
Postmodern Zen lounge chair and footrest by Claude Brisson for Ligne Roset, France 1980s. Rendered
Category
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather
H 41.5 in W 30.5 in D 51 in
Set of Folke Ohlsson Reclining Lounge Chairs
By Folke Ohlsson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of two adjustable reclining lounge chairs and footrest newly upholstered in boucle type of
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Original Mid-Century Jans Ekselius 'Etcetera' Lounge Chair with Footrest
Located in London, GB
An increasingly rare longer model Etcetera lounge chair and footrest/ottoman.
Sweden, c1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
H 31.11 in W 24.41 in D 40.56 in
Rocking Chair And Its Footrest, Beech, Spirit "Thonet" 1900
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Rocking Chair And Its Footrest, Beech, Spirit "Thonet" 1900
Curved Beech Rocking Chair, attributed
Category
20th Century Austrian French Provincial Rocking Chairs
Materials
Beech
Set of 2 Cadaqués Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Federico Correa, Alfonso Milá
By Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Cadaqué lounge chair and ottoman by Federico Correa, Alfonso Milá
Dimensions: D 100 x W
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Counter Chair with Soft Light Velvet and Brass footrest Odisseia
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Odisseia counter chair embodies the aesthetic spirit of the space age, a new kind of discreet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
DOOQ Bar Chair with Soft Velvet and Brass footrest Odisseia
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Odisseia bar chair embodies the aesthetic spirit of the space age, a new kind of discreet luxury
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Counter Chair with Terracotta Soft Velvet and Brass footrest Odisseia
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Odisseia counter chair embodies the aesthetic spirit of the space age, a new kind of discreet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Counter Chair with Soft Havane Velvet and Brass footrest Odisseia
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Odisseia counter chair embodies the aesthetic spirit of the space age, a new kind of discreet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
DOOQ Bar Chair with Celadon Soft Velvet and Brass footrest Odisseia
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Odisseia bar chair embodies the aesthetic spirit of the space age, a new kind of discreet luxury
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
DOOQ Bar Chair with Havane Soft Velvet and Brass footrest Odisseia
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Odisseia bar chair embodies the aesthetic spirit of the space age, a new kind of discreet luxury
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
DOOQ Bar Chair with Terracotta Soft Velvet and Brass footrest Odisseia
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Odisseia bar chair embodies the aesthetic spirit of the space age, a new kind of discreet luxury
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Cadaqués Lounge Chair by Federico Correa, Alfonso Milá
By Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
philosophy of good living in the form of a sofa, lounge chair and footrest in unconventional and generous
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Antique Chinese Red Lacquered Folding Traveller’s Chair with Footrest and Fabric
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period red lacquered folding traveller’s chair from the early 20th
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 39.5 in W 19.5 in D 13 in
DOOQ Bar Chair with Soft Light Blue Fabric and Brass Footrest Odisseia
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Odisseia bar chair embodies the aesthetic spirit of the Space Age, a new kind of discreet luxury
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Counter Chair with Synthetic leather and Brass footrest Odisseia, set of 4 pcs
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
This set includes:
4x Odisseia Counter chairs
Upholstery in Synthetic leather (the color need to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 40 in W 22 in D 23 in
Art Deco Club Chairs with Footrest Mohair Fabric
Located in Oakland, CA
Art Deco Club chairs with footrest and mohair fabric. Newly-made suite with beautiful tone-on-tone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Club Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Wood, Giltwood
Lola Counter Stool Brass footrest
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
tranquility emanates from this comfortable chair. Made to Order.
If you are planning on ordering an
Category
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Fab French Prouve 1950s Style Green Office Chair Plywood Tripod Base + Footrest
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Office chair
Fabulous French Prouve 1950s Style Green Office Chair Plywood Tripod Base + Footrest
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30.5 in W 17 in D 18 in
Antique Thonet Bentwood Rocking Chair with Retractable Footrest Leather #204
Located in Lewes, GB
Rocking chair, original from the early 1900 Art Nouveau, with ebonised curved beech frame
Category
Early 20th Century Rocking Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 102 in W 52 in D 128 in
1970s Bamboo and Wicker Lounger Armchair with Footrest
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Bamboo and Wicker Lounger Armchair with Footrest
Measurements of the open armchair
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker
Tape Blue Lounge Chair with footrest by Radice Orlandini Designstudio
By Baleri Italia
Located in Milan, IT
Defined by highly graphic lines, the Tape Lounge Chair features a cylindrical stainless steel frame
Category
2010s Italian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Other
H 38.19 in W 29.53 in D 55.91 in
1970s Wicker and Bamboo Armchair with Adjustable Backrest and Footrest
Located in Marbella, ES
Sillón de mimbre y bambu de los años 1970, con respaldo regulable y apoyapies.
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Wingback Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker
H 38.19 in W 23.63 in D 33.47 in
Mission Oak Arts Crafts Reclining Morris Chair Fold Flip Footrest attr Hunzinger
By George Hunzinger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts reclining Morris chair with fold flip footrest ottoman attributed
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 39 in W 27 in D 31 in
1980s Official UCLA Bruins Football Helmet Club Chair with Facemask Footrest
Located in Monrovia, CA
Club Chair with Facemask Footrest.
This Is An Official Licensed Product Of The 1980s By "MODERN SPORTS
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Fiberglass
Vintage Lounge Swivel Chairs with Footrest by Göte Möbel, Sweden 1970s
By Göte Möbler Nässjö
Located in Bochum, NRW
Very comfortable swivel armchair with its matching footrest, by Göte Möbel Nassjo from Sweden with
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 38.19 in W 33.08 in D 30.32 in
Armchair and Footrest by Luciano Frigerio, Set of 2
By Luciano Frigerio
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Armchair H80Xl113X85P
pouff H41XL41XP93
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Brutalist Club Chairs
Materials
Suede, Wood
1970s Set of Leather Cantilever Chairs with Footrest "Poäng by Noboru Nakamura
By Noboru Nakamura
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1970s originally iconic set of vintage Ikea leather cantilever chairs with footrest ( Poäng by
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 37.41 in W 26.38 in D 31.5 in
Armchair with Footrest by Sigurd Ressel for Poltrona Frau, 1980
By Sigurd Ressell, Poltrona Frau
Located in Roma, IT
Armchair with Footrest by Sigurd Ressel for Poltrona Frau, 1980.
Armchair 79,00 x 99,00 x 80,00
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Chairs
Materials
Metal
Carlo de Carli 915 Armchair with Footrest in Metal and Leather by Cinova 1970s
By Carlo De Carli
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Set composed by a 915 armchair with a footrest both pieces are made in chromed metal and padded
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 34.65 in W 34.26 in D 34.26 in
English Victorian Period Mahogany Metamorphic Library Armchair w/ Footrest, 1865
Located in Atlanta, GA
trimmed in brass nailheads, the chair with detailed carving, two buttons on the tops of the hand rests
Category
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Bergere Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 44 in W 26.5 in D 32 in
Göte Möbel Swivel Armchair with Footrest, Sweden, 1970s, 2 Sets Available
By Göte Möbler Nässjö
Located in Bochum, NRW
Göte Möbel Swivel armchair with footrest, Sweden, 1970s, 2 sets available. A set is comprising 1
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Leather, Wood
H 36.23 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Dondolo Rocking Chair
By Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi
Located in Baranzate, IT
of the footrest is crucial to the movement of the chair.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Polyester
Elena Black-And-White Chair
By Pier Luigi Frighetto by Black Tie
Located in Milan, IT
Exclusive sartorial details and generous padding lend this mocha-stained beech chair its
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
1960s Leather & Chrome “Pirate” Lounge Chair, Elsa & Nordahl Solheim
By Elsa and Nordahl Solheim
Located in Shippensburg, PA
"PIRATE" CHROME STEEL AND LEATHER LOUNGE CHAIR
Designed by Elsa & Nordahl Solheim, Norway circa
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Italian modern Rectangular chair with black fabric and yellow metal, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Rectangular chair with black fabric and yellow metal, 1980s
Chair with rectangular
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 26.58 in W 15.56 in D 19.69 in
Avant Garde Lounge Chair by Ammannati & Giampiero for Brunati, 1980s
By Brunati, Titina Ammannati and Giampiero Vitelli
Located in Renens, CH
Unusual reclining lounge chair designed by Titina Ammanati and Vitelli Giampiero for Brunati, Italy
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Modern Italian Re-vive Lounge Chair and Ottoman By Natuzzi Newly Upholstered
By Natuzzi
Located in Chicago, IL
Modern Italian White Quilted Leather Re-vive Lounge Chair and Ottoman By Natuzzi Newly Upholstered
Category
2010s Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Archi Outdoor Chair
By Officina Ciani
Located in Milan, IT
A superb addition to both indoor and outdoor areas, this chair will be a precious addition to a
Category
2010s Italian Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
York chair with stained legs
Located in Fiscal Amares, PT
YORK chair – a masterpiece that harmonizes style and comfort flawlessly! Uniquely designed to adapt
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chairs
Materials
Ash
Ejner Larsen and A. Bender Madsen Danish Teak Lounge Chair and Ottoman Set
By Ludvig Pontoppidan, Ejner Larsen, Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Peabody, MA
Aksel Bender Madsen and made by Ludvig Pontoppidan. Note: each chair and ottoman set is priced
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
H 31 in W 25.75 in D 24.75 in
ESCRIBA BRAZIL - 4 Interlocutor Office Chairs - rare
By Escriba
Located in Immenstaad am Bodensee, DE
4 rare ESCRIBA Furniture Brazil Interlocutor Office Chairs in very good condition. Re-Upholstered
Category
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Hippo Bar Chair 75 by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
-certified solid oak. Coated with water-based clear lacquer. Footrest made of iron. The Hippo Bar Chair comes
Category
2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Hippo Bar Chair 65 by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
-certified solid oak. Coated with water-based clear lacquer. Footrest made of iron. The Hippo Bar Chair comes
Category
2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Rulla Rocking Chair, Iron Frame and Mixed Leather Upholstery by Mario Milana
By Mario Milana
Located in Milano, Lombardia
the rocking base can be used as footrests that allow you to rock the chair, and float without touching
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 45.28 in W 29.53 in D 43.31 in
Pair of Japanese Kyokuroku Folding Chairs
Located in Kastrup, DK
leather, the other chair with seat in canvas. Both chairs with footrest.
Original untouched condition
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Chairs
Materials
Brass
Norr11 Sheepskin Elephant Chair by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl
By Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in New York, NY
aesthetics.
The Elephant Lounge Chair is designed as a modern lounge chair and draws inspiration from the
Category
2010s Polish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin
H 37.8 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in
Customizable Norr11 Elephant Chair by Kristian Sofus Hansen and Tommy Hyldahl
By Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen
Located in New York, NY
aesthetics.
The Elephant Lounge Chair is designed as a modern lounge chair and draws inspiration from the
Category
2010s Polish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Textile
H 37.8 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in
Elephant Bar Chair 75 by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Elephant Bar Chair 75 by NORR11
Dimensions: D 46 x W 53 x H 111 cm. SH: 75/78,5 cm.
Materials
Category
2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Elephant Bar Chair 65 by NORR11
Located in Geneve, CH
Elephant Bar Chair 65 by NORR11
Dimensions: D 46 x W 52 x H 101 cm. SH: 65/68,5 cm.
Materials
Category
2010s Danish Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
SPC Black Chair by Atelier Thomas Serruys
Located in Geneve, CH
SPC black chair by Atelier Thomas Serruys
Dimensions: D65 x W43 x H46
Materials: Steel, Powder
Category
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Ostergaard Steen Plastic White Chairs, 1970
By Steen Ostergaard
Located in Rome, IT
Chair "Cantilever 290": solid cast plastic structure. May sometimes have a yellow or orange color
Category
Antique 1870s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Plastic
Salterini 3 Piece Lounge Chair, 2 Chairs with 2 Tables and 2 Footrests White
By John Salterini
Located in Monrovia, CA
3 Pieces - Chair, Footrest, Table.
Beautiful Rare and More Desirable "HAIR PIN" Back Leg Lounge
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Metal
Reupholstered Mid-Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman after T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Dunbar Furniture, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Make comfort a bold presence in any space with this impressive high back vintage lounge chair
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
H 38 in W 28 in D 32 in
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Chair And Footrest For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the chair and footrest you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, animal skin and metal, every chair and footrest was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a chair and footrest, we have 791 options in-stock, while there are 300 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the chair and footrest you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A chair and footrest made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — is very popular. A well-made chair and footrest has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno and AMBROZIA are consistently popular.
How Much is a Chair And Footrest?
The average selling price for a chair and footrest at 1stDibs is $3,076, while they’re typically $86 on the low end and $65,000 for the highest priced.
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 Chair And Footrest
- What is a chair footrest called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021Chair footrests are commonly called ottomans, poufs or footstools. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique and vintage footrests or ottomans in a range of designs to choose from.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Footrests are called ottomans due to their origins. Traders from Turkey in the Ottoman Empire introduced footrests to Europe during the late 18th century. On 1stDibs, find a range of ottomans.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell if a chair is an Eames chair, take a look under the seat or cushion. Authentic Eames lounge chairs are manufactured by Herman Miller and Vitra. If your Eames chair is a Herman Miller original, look for the legendary manufacturer’s specific logomarks on the product (these logomarks can be found on the company’s official website). There is also the manufacturing label, which is usually found under the seat or cushion (unless a former owner removed it). All of the classic Herman Miller designs are paired with a certificate of authenticity. Some designs may also have a medallion attached to certify their authenticity. You can then check trusted online resources to determine if the information on the label is correct for the style of chair (and more info on its construction is available on the official Eames website). You won’t see screws outside of the wood shells on an authentic Eames lounge chair, and prior to the 1970s, original vintage Eames lounge chairs were made with no more than five layers of plywood (during the 1970s, the chairs were made with seven layers). Find a variety of authentic Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair comes down to usage. An occasional chair is a decorative chair that is placed in a room for its look rather than to function as an everyday seating solution. As a result, occasional chairs may be used infrequently. An accent chair is any decorative chair placed in a seating area. They can be used only occasionally or on a daily basis. Explore a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A club chair is called a club chair because the accent chairs became popular in the interior décor of gentleman's clubs in France. The original name for the club chair is “fauteuil confortable," which translates to "comfortable chair." You'll find a collection of club chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The difference between an Adirondack chair and a Muskoka chair can be easily explained in that garden armchairs are called Adirondack in the USA and Muskoka in Canada. While they both have short legs, bent reclining seats, wide armrests and high backs, the Adirondack chair is 2 inches higher from the floor and 2 inches wider. The Adirondack chair uses a flat yoke at the back while Muskoka might use curved yokes. Shop for an Adirondack chair or Muskoka chair on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between a side chair and a Parsons chair is style. A side chair is a very commonly used dining chair. The form of a side chair may vary, but the constant is the lack of armrests to keep hands free for eating and to save space at the table. A Parsons chair is a type of side chair that features upholstery on the seat and back. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a Selig chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A Selig chair is a chair imported by or produced by Selig, an American furniture company. Selig created Danish-inspired chairs, sofas and other furnishings for the home that were cutting-edge, contemporary and airy. The brand was also among the first to introduce Scandinavian and European modern styles to Americans in the 1950s and 60s. The company imported and manufactured furniture known for its extraordinary design and style using high-quality, enduring and seductive materials. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Selig chairs.
- What are timeless chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Timeless chairs are generally furnishings that are considered iconic designs and remain in demand year after year. These are objects that have been produced in multiples and have earned landmark status in design history. Examples of timeless chairs include the Eames lounge chair by Charles and Ray Eames, the Wishbone chair by Hans J. Wegner, the Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is an angel chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023An angel chair can refer to one of two kinds of chairs. The first is a piece created by Fratelli Boffi, featuring a gold leaf-finished wood frame that has a curvy shape similar to angel wings. Another angel chair is a design by Brazilian artist Alê Jordão. Made from repurposed Volkswagen Beetle car parts painted silver, the chair features a dramatically curved back resembling angel wings. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a Cromwell chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Cromwell chair was a style of chair popular during the Puritan period. The chair features a leather back and seat and is finished with studded brass-headed nails. You’ll find a variety of antique and vintage furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is a carver chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 5, 2020
A carver chair is a dining chair with arms. It is sometimes called an elbow chair. Vintage carver chairs were often made in pairs as a part of a set of dining chairs. Reproductions of antique carver chairs are also very popular.
- What is a cab chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Cab chair is a furniture design created by Mario Bellini for the furniture company Cassina. He unveiled the chair in 1977, and it has remained popular since. Its design consists of a tubular steel frame and a cover made of stretched leather. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Mario Bellini Cab chairs.
- What is a bistro chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A bistro chair is a versatile chair that can be used in cafes, restaurants, bars and even residential homes all around the world. Find a variety of antique and vintage bistro chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What is a barrel chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Barrel chairs are accent chairs that feature a curved back shaped like half of a barrel. In some cases, the back slopes down at the sides to form arms. Other pieces are armless or have separate rolled arms at the sides. You'll find a variety of barrel chairs on 1stDibs.
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