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Lever Dining Chair in Natural Oak
Located in New York, NY
The hardness and symmetry of structure is the main concept of the Lever collection. The chair is
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Oak
ACRILAR Chair I
By Luiz Solano
Located in São Paulo, SP
feet and aluminum arms, which have square black plastic tips at their ends.
The ACRILAR Chair is a
Category
2010s Brazilian Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern 1970s Swivel Pod Chair Recliner with Faux Fur Arms
By Overman, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
look and comfort. The reclining chair tilts back. Release the lever underneath the seat to adjust
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Lounge Swivel Chairs with Footrest by Göte Möbel, Sweden 1970s
By Göte Möbler Nässjö
Located in Bochum, NRW
condition. The swiveling is squeaking and the lever is a little stiff sometime, they needs a little
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 38.19 in W 33.08 in D 30.32 in
Mid-century swedish lounge swivel chair with Ottoman by Göte Möbler, 1960s
By Göte Möbler Nässjö
Located in STRASBOURG, FR
Comfortable swivel lounge chair with ottoman, produced by Göte Möbler Sweden during the 1960s. The
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 35.44 in W 31.5 in D 35.44 in
1880s German Piano Chair, Walnut, Height Adjustable
Located in Greven, DE
Antique height adjustable piano chair
Germany
Walnut
Wilhelminian period around 1890
Dimensions
Category
Antique 1880s German Chairs
Materials
Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Hand Carved Oak Hall Chairs
Located in Sofia, BG
A pair of Victorian oak hall chairs, each with a scroll carved back, centred with a vacant shield
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Chairs
Materials
Oak
Rare Mid C. Bauhaus Style Canadian Pacific Railway Folding Cabin Chairs
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare Bauhaus inspired mid-century folding chairs in excellent condition. Originally used in 1st
Category
Vintage 1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mohair
Plexiglass Desk Chair with Suede Cushion by Apelbaum, France 1960s
By Apelbaum
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1960s French desk chair attributed to Apelbaum featuring a curved amber plexiglass frame with
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Plexiglass, Suede
Vintage P40 lounge chair by Osvaldo Borsani
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Milano, IT
lounge chairs to the innovation of industrial materials and production techniques.
Two brass levers, one
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Stainless Steel
Dodo Chair for Cassina designed by Toshiyuki Kita
By Toshiyuki Kita, Cassina
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Toshiyuki Kita for Cassina Dodo Chair. This chair is about 10 years old and still presents like
Category
2010s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vico Magistretti “Veranda” Lounge Chair for Cassina, Italy
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Raleigh, NC
its shape and seating position. Footrest can flip underneath the chair and attach or detach via lever
Category
1990s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel
Pair of Leather Swivel Chairs-Height Adjustable
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Black plastic shell, with the seat and back upholstered in black leather.
Lever to adjust height
Category
20th Century French Side Chairs
Materials
Metal
Cleo Adjustable Reclining Leather Easy Lounge Chair by FSM
By De Sede, Georg Appeltshauser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Cleo chair by De Sede. Slim and self-assured in every setting – the Cleo easy-chair is made for
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Cleo Adjustable Reclining Leather Easy Lounge Chair by FSM
By De Sede, Georg Appeltshauser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Cleo chair by De Sede. Slim and self-assured in every setting – the Cleo easy-chair is made for
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
1970s Office Chair with Cast Aluminium Foot and Plywood Seat and Back
Located in Vienna, Austria
This office chair is adjustable in many ways. It can be rotated, the height adjusted,
the back can
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 34.26 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern High Back Swivel Rocker Lounge Chair
Located in Wilmington, DE
rocks. Has a removable headrest and side lever to lock the chair in place. It is structurally sound
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Carlo Wingback Lounge Chair designed by Ib Kofod Larsen 1954
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Gelderland
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Carlo wingback lounge chair designed by Ib Kofod Larsen in 1954, for Carlo Gahrn. In Denmark. This
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Wood, Plywood
A Pair of Elegant 1980s Southwood Mahogany Inlaid Upholstered Arm Chairs
By Southwood & Co.
Located in Lambertville, NJ
top lever maker, Southwood Furniture Company, North Carolina
Category
Vintage 1980s American Corner Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Gio Ponti For Cassina Arnestad Bruk Lounge Chair Model 829 Mid Century Vintage
By Gio Ponti
Located in Cambridge, GB
Principi in Sorrento in 1960.
The armchair is adjustable with a lever, when you are in the chair you can
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Ash
H 40.16 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
Armchair “Egg Chair” Designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1958
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Armchair “Egg chair” designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen,
Denmark. 1958.
Original leather
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 41.74 in W 32.29 in D 28.35 in
Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kashtolm Swivel Chairs for Walter Knoll 1970s Signed
By Walter Knoll, Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
height adjustable via a lever underneath which can telescope the height by 3". As swivel chairs, they are
Category
Vintage 1970s German Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Suede
H 34.25 in W 26 in D 26 in
Reclining Veranda Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Red, Black Frame
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Kansas City, MO
with black powder coated steel frame. The foot rest portion pulls out from under the chair as seen in
Category
1990s Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 43.25 in W 36.5 in D 50 in
Restored Vintage Ib Kofod-Larsen Swivel Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Grey Leather
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
with the chair's 360-degree swivel base, equipped with a lever release mechanism for easy reclining and
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 41 in W 32.5 in D 31 in
1970s soda galvino Denmark solid teak recliners with ottomans
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
craftsmanship is proven by their age. They swivel and recline (small lever at side) and they’re extremely
Category
Vintage 1970s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Teak
Model 68 Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Leather by Georg Thams for A.S. Vejen, 1960's
By Georg Thams
Located in Deland, FL
reclines as well whilst most Model 68's only swivel. The right-side lever locks the chair in and out of the
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 33 in W 32 in D 38 in
Joe D'Urso for Knoll Pair of Swivel Club Lounge Chairs in Deep Blue Wool Blend
By Joe D'Urso, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
One of Joe D'Urso's most iconic designs, this pair of chairs was produced in by Knoll. This pair
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 29 in W 33 in D 29 in
Modern Brown Leather Desk Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
ball caster swivel base. This chair has a lever to adjust the back and height.
Color variation is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and...
Materials
Leather
Modern Tan Saddle Leather Desk Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
caster swivel base. This chair has a lever to adjust the back and height.
Color variation is common
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and...
Materials
Leather
MCM Leather Office Chair Vintage by GUNLOCKE
By Gunlocke
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Office Chair by GUNLOCKE
Featuring an adjustable height and slant back levers.
Approximate Measurements
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Cognac Leather Office Chair by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Italy, 1970s
By i4 Mariani, Guido Faleschini
Located in Antwerp, BE
hardware. With levers under the seat for tilt and height adjustment, this chair is not only a statement
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 37.41 in W 27.56 in D 25.6 in
Downtown Executive Office Chair Genuine Leather Pelle SC 66 India Light Brown
By Poltrona Frau, Jean-Marie Massaud
Located in New York, NY
DownTown chairs are height-adjustable and can be swivelled by pulling up the lever underneath the seat on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 46.7 in W 27.2 in D 26.5 in
Downtown President Office Chair Genuine Leather Pelle SC 56 Siena Brown
By Poltrona Frau, Jean-Marie Massaud
Located in New York, NY
DownTown chairs are height-adjustable and can be swivelled by pulling up the lever underneath the seat on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 55.5 in W 27.2 in D 26.5 in
Downtown President Office Chair Genuine Leather Pelle SC 51 Panna Cream
By Poltrona Frau, Jean-Marie Massaud
Located in New York, NY
DownTown chairs are height-adjustable and can be swivelled by pulling up the lever underneath the seat on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 55.5 in W 27.2 in D 26.5 in
'Wall Street Big' by Guido Faleschini for Mariani Leather Executive Desk Chair
By i4 Mariani, Pace Collection, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible executives chair is named 'Big', designed by Guido Faleschini by i4 Mariani
Category
2010s Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 47.5 in W 32 in D 30 in
Emerald Green 'Big' by Guido Faleschini for Mariani Leather Executive Desk Chair
By Guido Faleschini, Pace Collection, i4 Mariani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible executives chair is named 'Big', designed by Guido Faleschini by i4 Mariani
Category
2010s Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 47.5 in W 32 in D 30 in
Downtown President Office Chair Genuine Leather Pelle SC 66 India Light Brown
By Poltrona Frau, Jean-Marie Massaud
Located in New York, NY
DownTown chairs are height-adjustable and can be swivelled by pulling up the lever underneath the seat on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 55.5 in W 27.2 in D 26.5 in
Downtown President Office Chair Genuine Leather Pelle SC 26 Topo Light Grey
By Poltrona Frau, Jean-Marie Massaud
Located in New York, NY
DownTown chairs are height-adjustable and can be swivelled by pulling up the lever underneath the seat on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 55.5 in W 27.2 in D 26.5 in
Downtown President Office Chair Genuine Leather Pelle SC 28 Seppia Dark Grey
By Poltrona Frau, Jean-Marie Massaud
Located in New York, NY
DownTown chairs are height-adjustable and can be swivelled by pulling up the lever underneath the seat on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 55.5 in W 27.2 in D 26.5 in
Downtown Executive Office Chair Genuine Leather Pelle SC 26 Topo Light Grey
By Poltrona Frau, Jean-Marie Massaud
Located in New York, NY
DownTown chairs are height-adjustable and can be swivelled by pulling up the lever underneath the seat on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 46.7 in W 27.2 in D 26.5 in
Downtown Executive Office Chair Genuine Leather Pelle SC 28 Seppia Dark Grey
By Poltrona Frau, Jean-Marie Massaud
Located in New York, NY
DownTown chairs are height-adjustable and can be swivelled by pulling up the lever underneath the seat on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 46.7 in W 27.2 in D 26.5 in
'Big' by Guido Faleschini for i4Mariani Leather Executive Desk Chair, Italy, New
By Guido Faleschini, Pace Collection, i4 Mariani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible executives chair is named 'Big', designed by Guido Faleschini by i4 Mariani
Category
2010s Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 47 in W 31.5 in D 32 in
'Big' by Guido Faleschini for i4Mariani Leather Executive Desk Chair, Italy, New
By i4 Mariani, Pace Collection, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible executives chair is named 'Big', designed by Guido Faleschini by i4 Mariani
Category
2010s Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 47 in W 31.5 in D 32 in
Hans J. Wegner Danish 1940s Leather and Oak Model A721 Executive Chair
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Highclere, Newbury
executive chair for Planmøbel, Denmark 1940.
Originally designed by Wegner following his work for Arne
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 35.44 in W 24.41 in D 23.63 in
Bert Plantegie White Leather reclining Armchairs .
Located in Den Haag, NL
inserts ,comes with a White Leather upholstery . Adjustable backrest . by pulling a lever underneath the
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
ACRILAR Chair II
By Luiz Solano
Located in São Paulo, SP
feet and aluminum arms, which have square black plastic tips at their ends.
The ACRILAR Chair II is
Category
2010s Brazilian Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
Filou Adjustable Reclining Leather Easy Lounge Chair by FSM
By De Sede, Georg Appeltshauser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Filou chair by De Sede. Filou's seat and footrest are fully crafted and can be stopped at any
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Filou Adjustable Reclining Leather Easy Lounge Chair by FSM
By De Sede, Georg Appeltshauser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Filou chair by De Sede. Filou's seat and footrest are fully crafted and can be stopped at any
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Brunati Kilkis Grey Leather Lounge Chair By Ammanati & Vitelli, Italy, 1980
By Titina Ammanati, Giampiero Vitelli, Brunati
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This Brunati Kilkis lounge chair in gray leather is in good condition. The fine, soft leather shows
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
H 36.23 in W 35.44 in D 40.56 in
Kofod Larsen G Plan Danish Range Afromosia 6249 Lounge Chair 6244 Sofa Bed Retro
By G-Plan
Located in Cambridge, GB
hidden levers in the back.
The chair sits on an African teak frame with wonderful sculptural details
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Teak
H 33.47 in W 79.93 in D 37.8 in
"MP-43 Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
and innovative production of designer and architect Percival Lafer.
With its chrome lever that
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
H 29.53 in W 31.5 in D 33.47 in
Vintage 1960s Formanova Reclining Armchair by Giulio Moscatelli Polka Dot Fabric
By Giulio Moscatelli, Formanova
Located in Milano, IT
via a lever/stud on the side of the chair.
The original Formanova label is still clearly visible and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Steel
H 39.38 in W 31.5 in D 35.44 in
Set of 3 Minimalist LEM bar stools by LaPalma black leather, Italy 1999
By SHIN AZUMI, LaPalma
Located in Beograd, RS
International Interior Design Awards in 2000.
Chairs have adjustable height and the overall height goes from
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
H 33.86 in W 13.78 in D 16.54 in
Vintage reclining armchair and footstool by Alf Svensson
By Alf Svensson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Brescia, IT
the DUX company in the 1950s.
The attractively designed chair has a solid oak frame while the seat
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Royal Italian Writing Desk and Armchair
Located in New Orleans, LA
and levers open secret drawers and panels, revealing storage spaces within the rails of the chair seat
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Contemporary black docotor dentist steel stool model "Binaria" Spanish design
By Otto Canalda, Jordi Badía
Located in Barcelona, ES
lever painted in a polyester powder coating and satin finish. Available in White RAL 1013, Red RAL 3002
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Shelby Adjustable Swivel Leather Armchair by FSM
By De Sede, Georg Appeltshauser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Shelby chair by De Sede. Built for blissful relaxation, this easy chair takes its name from its
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Contemporary workspace dentist doctor Steel 5 Wheel White Binaria Stool
By Otto Canalda, Jordi Badía
Located in Barcelona, ES
lever painted in a polyester powder coating and satin finish. Available in White RAL 1013, Red RAL 3002
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Original Antique Election Poster Wake Up Vote Unionist Conservative John Bull
Located in London, GB
on it, sitting relaxed on a wooden chair marked British Constitution being lifted to topple over a
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Posters
Materials
Paper
H 29.93 in W 40.16 in D 0.04 in
Shelby Adjustable Swivel Leather Armchair by FSM
By De Sede, Georg Appeltshauser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
FSM Shelby chair by De Sede. Built for blissful relaxation, this easy chair takes its name from its
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
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Chair With Lever For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal chair with lever for your home. Each chair with lever for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, leather and metal. If you’re shopping for a chair with lever, we have 178 options in-stock, while there are 36 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a chair with lever — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each chair with lever bearing mid-century modern, modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made chair with lever has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani and Pace Collection are consistently popular.
How Much is a Chair With Lever?
The average selling price for a chair with lever at 1stDibs is $3,425, while they’re typically $225 on the low end and $266,500 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 With Lever
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- What is a bucket chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A bucket chair is a tub-like chair for comfortable seating. With a deep seat, one may sink into the cushions and the low supporting back. A bucket chair is also called a tub chair — something entirely different — which helps people bathe in a bathtub. The bucket chairs are a decorative piece of furniture in any house or office. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage bucket chairs.
- What is a Murphy chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A Murphy chair may refer to wall-mounted seating that saves space in the manner that a Murphy bed might. A Murphy bed attaches to a wall and is lowered by a hinge.
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