Designer Barrel Chairs
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Enamel
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Stainless Steel, Chrome
1990s American Post-Modern Club Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Silk, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Swivel Chairs
Suede, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Velvet
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Fabric, Walnut, Upholstery, Bouclé
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Aluminum, Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Maple
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome, Steel
Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs
Rattan
1990s Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Leather
1990s Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rattan
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Wool, Oak
2010s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Oak, Wool
2010s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Wool, Oak
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1980s Italian Other Chairs
Fabric, Wood, Cherry
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Iron
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s Danish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
2010s Danish Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Mohair, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Bouclé
21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Wood, Leather
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Velvet, Feathers
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Wood, Lacquer, Leather
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wingback Chairs
Hardwood, Ash, Upholstery
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- 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 are barrel chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
Barrel chairs have high, semicircular backs which form a single piece with the arms.
- What era are barrel chairs from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The earliest barrel chairs are from is the era of the early 19th century. However, Frank Lloyd Wright created one of the most famous barrel chairs in 1937 as a part of his design for Wingspread, a home in Wind Point, Wisconsin. On 1stDibs, find a collection of barrel chairs.
- Who invented the barrel chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023No one knows who invented the barrel chair originally, or even where the chairs appeared first. They became popular during the mid to late 19th century, but it was Frank Lloyd Wright who made them famous when he designed an iconic version for Wingspread, a home he designed in Wind Point, Wisconsin. Wright also used his Taliesin Barrel chair to furnish his own home in Wisconsin. Shop a selection of barrel chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Reupholster a barrel back chair by first removing the old upholstery from the chair. Use the old pieces of material as a guide to help you cut the new upholstery into properly sized pieces. Reupholster the chair by using a furniture stapler to re-secure the new upholstery in the same manner that the old upholstery was attached. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary barrel back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Who the most famous chair designer is may refer to many different people. Arne Jacobsen, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Lilly Reich, Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Philippe Starck, Hans Wegner, Verner Panton and Le Corbusier have all designed iconic chairs over time. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the coconut chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022George Nelson designed the coconut chair in 1956. Herman Miller continues to produce the curvy accent chair based on his original design. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of coconut chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Who designed Paimio Chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Finnish architect and designer Alvar Aalto designed the Paimio chair for a tuberculosis sanatorium in the town of Paimio, Finland. The bent plywood chair debuted in the early 1930s. On 1st 1stDibs, shop a range of Alvar Aalto chairs.
- Who designed the Hand chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Surrealist designer and artist Pedro Friedeberg designed the Hand chair. He unveiled the piece in 1962 when he was only 24 years old. Many designers and furniture companies have created similar pieces since. Find a collection of Hand chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Transat chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Eileen Gray designed the Transat chair in 1922. Its name comes from the luxury ocean liners that took passengers on transatlantic voyages during the early 20th century. Gray became inspired to create the chair after sitting in deck chairs on one such ship. Shop a range of Transat chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy designed the Butterfly chair. The trio met while working in Le Corbusier's studio and then moved to Argentina, where they founded the Grupo Austral. In 1938, they unveiled their now iconic chair, which was inspired by a previous work called Tripolona, which they designed using inspiration from folding, collapsible chairs used by the British military. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Z Chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There are two designers known for producing a Z-Chair. Poul Jensen unveiled his design in 1957. It features a zigzagging teak wood frame and boxy seat and back cushions. In 2011, Sawaya & Moroni introduced a sharply angled, polished stainless steel Z-Chair designed by architect Zaha Hadid. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- Who designed the Bird chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Italian-American designer and artist Harry Bertoia designed the Bird chair in 1952. It features a tubular base and a wire basket seat. Today, Knoll Furniture continues to manufacture the mid-century modern furnishing. Find a selection of Bird chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the LC1 chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, the venerated Swiss-born architect-designer known as Le Corbusier, and collaborators Pierre Jeanneret (Le Corbusier’s cousin) and Charlotte Perriand designed the LC1 chair in the late 1920s. Its unique design allows the backrest to move as you shift positions, allowing the chair to deliver optimal support. The LC1 was part of a series that saw the trio of designers carrying out bold experiments with tubular chromed steel, just as architect and Bauhaus faculty member Marcel Breuer had executed with his cantilever Cesca chair around the same time. Find a range of Le Corbusier chairs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Who designed LC2 chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret designed the LC2 chair, also known as the Cassina armchair. Their design debuted at the 1927 Autumn Salon in Paris, France. On 1st 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Le Corbusier chairs.
- Who designed the LCW chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Charles and Ray Eames designed the LCW lounge chair in 1945. Its design includes five pieces of molded plywood. Herman Miller continues to produce the iconic furnishing to this day. You can find a range of LCW chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed airport chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Although many people have designed airport chairs, Charles and Ray Eames are best known for creating seating for airports. The ones they produced for Chicago O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Illinois, in 1962 are especially famous. On 1st 1stDibs, shop a variety of airport chairs.
- Who designed the MR chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Ludwig Mies van der Rohe designed the MR chair in 1927. The tubular steel frame and woven seat reflect the International Style that the German architect helped establish. Today, Knoll furniture manufactures the armchair. Shop a variety of MR chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the LC2 chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The LC2 chair was designed by Le Corbusier in collaboration with Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret. The chair was released to the public in 1928 and remains popular to this day. Shop a collection of Le Corbusier’s designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Le Corbusier designed a number of armchairs that people refer to as the Corbusier chair. His designs are spare, minimal and efficient but at the same time offer supreme comfort. Collaborating with his cousin, Pierre Jeanneret, and trailblazing designer Charlotte Perriand, he devised such iconic pieces as the LC2 Petit Confort armchair and the LC4 chaise longue. Each couples a tubular chrome frame with soft, supple leather upholstery, lending an organic warmth to an industrially made piece of furniture. Find a variety of Le Corbusier chairs on 1stDibs.
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