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Primitive Dug-Out Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Primitive dug-out chair from Southeast Asia. Hand-carved from sold piece of hardwood. Note
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Late 20th Century Indian Primitive Armchairs

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Primitive Dug-Out Chair
Primitive Dug-Out Chair

Primitive Dug-Out Chair

$3,600
H 36.75 in W 19.5 in D 13 in
Primitive Dug Out Chair, Ireland, 19th Century
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Unique vernacular hand made dug out chair, Ireland, 19th Century. Wonderful ergomonic design, with
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Wood

Primitive Dug Out Chair, Ireland, 19th Century
Primitive Dug Out Chair, Ireland, 19th Century

Primitive Dug Out Chair, Ireland, 19th Century

$4,166
H 28.35 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
19th century Swedish painted pine dug out chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Swedish pine dug out chair circa 1870. Traditional rustic piece of swedish furniture
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Rustic Side Chairs

Materials

Pine, Paint

19th century Swedish painted pine dug out chair
19th century Swedish painted pine dug out chair

19th century Swedish painted pine dug out chair

$1,937
H 29.25 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in
Rare late 18th Century dug-out chair from the Pyrenees
Located in Ghent, BE
Rare late 18th C. dug-out chair from the Pyrenees. Hewn from the trunk of a pine tree with
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Antique Late 18th Century Andorran Chairs

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Chestnut, Pine

Rare late 18th Century dug-out chair from the Pyrenees
Rare late 18th Century dug-out chair from the Pyrenees

Rare late 18th Century dug-out chair from the Pyrenees

$17,423
H 48.23 in W 29.53 in D 18.9 in
A Dug-out Carved Rustic Primitive Tree Trunk Fireside Chair Formed of Elm, c1800
Located in Hitchin, England
An amazing dug-out tree trunk chair dating from the 1800s and originating from England - formed
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Antique 18th Century British Rustic Armchairs

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Wood

A Dug-out Carved Rustic Primitive Tree Trunk Fireside Chair Formed of Elm, c1800
A Dug-out Carved Rustic Primitive Tree Trunk Fireside Chair Formed of Elm, c1800

A Dug-out Carved Rustic Primitive Tree Trunk Fireside Chair Formed of Elm, c1800

$5,347
H 32.68 in W 20.48 in D 27.96 in
Mid-Century Pair of Balinese Hand-Carved Hardwood Elephant Chairs
Located in London, GB
of hardwood timber with a dug-out seat. These exceptional chairs are very comfortable and beautifully
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Vintage 1960s Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Hardwood

Mid-Century Pair of Balinese Hand-Carved Hardwood Elephant Chairs
Mid-Century Pair of Balinese Hand-Carved Hardwood Elephant Chairs

Mid-Century Pair of Balinese Hand-Carved Hardwood Elephant Chairs

$10,972 / set
H 29.53 in W 21.66 in D 27.56 in
Antique, Vernacular 1912 Swedish Log Chair, Traditional Carved Kubbstol
Located in Stockholm, SE
Antique Folk Art Kubbstol from Sweden. A Kubbstol is a dug-out pine trunk chair. It's a primitive
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Vintage 1910s Swedish Folk Art Painted Furniture

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Antique, Vernacular 1912 Swedish Log Chair, Traditional Carved Kubbstol
Antique, Vernacular 1912 Swedish Log Chair, Traditional Carved Kubbstol

Antique, Vernacular 1912 Swedish Log Chair, Traditional Carved Kubbstol

$1,440 Sale Price
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H 35.44 in W 20.87 in D 22.45 in

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Primitive Swedish Vernacular Dug-Out Chair or "Kubbstol"
Located in London, GB
, illustrates and describes a similar dug-out "trunk Chair" from Linsalls, Harjedalen, held in the collection of
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Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Chairs

Primitive Swedish Vernacular Dug-Out Chair or "Kubbstol"

Primitive Swedish Vernacular Dug-Out Chair or "Kubbstol"

H 33 in W 18 in D 18 in
Large Dug Out Tree Chair, Rustic Elm, Natural, Early 20th Century Garden Seating
Located in Totnes, GB
A wonderfully characterful and very heavy dug out elm chair in naturalistic form. Carved from a
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Early 20th Century Rustic Chairs

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Elm

Large Dug Out Tree Chair, Rustic Elm, Natural, Early 20th Century Garden Seating
Large Dug Out Tree Chair, Rustic Elm, Natural, Early 20th Century Garden Seating

Large Dug Out Tree Chair, Rustic Elm, Natural, Early 20th Century Garden Seating

H 37.41 in W 25.99 in D 24.02 in
19th Century Pine Dug Out Chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fantastic 19th century pine dug out chair, circa 1890. Handmade from a solid trunk with a lift
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Rustic Chairs

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Pine

19th Century Pine Dug Out Chair
19th Century Pine Dug Out Chair

19th Century Pine Dug Out Chair

H 28.25 in Dm 26 in
19th century Swedish pine dug out chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century swedish pine dug out chair circa 1870. Traditional rustic piece of swedish furniture
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Rustic Chairs

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Pine

19th century Swedish pine dug out chair
19th century Swedish pine dug out chair

19th century Swedish pine dug out chair

H 29.25 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in
19th century Swedish pine dug out chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Swedish pine dug out chair circa 1870. Traditional rustic piece of Swedish furniture
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Rustic Chairs

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Pine

19th century Swedish pine dug out chair
19th century Swedish pine dug out chair

19th century Swedish pine dug out chair

H 29.25 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in
Swedish Dug-Out Chair 'or Kubbestol'
Located in Houston, TX
Swedish dug-out chair, or kubbestol, circa 1910. Traditional Scandinavian folk art chair made from
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Vintage 1910s Swedish Folk Art Armchairs

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Swedish Dug-Out Chair 'or Kubbestol'
Swedish Dug-Out Chair 'or Kubbestol'

Swedish Dug-Out Chair 'or Kubbestol'

H 32.25 in W 26 in D 23 in
19th Century Primitive Elm and Pine Dug Out Chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rare Swedish dug out chair, circa 1880. Solid elm tree trunk with lift out pine seat. Good color
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Rustic Chairs

Materials

Elm

19th Century Primitive Elm and Pine Dug Out Chair
19th Century Primitive Elm and Pine Dug Out Chair

19th Century Primitive Elm and Pine Dug Out Chair

H 35.75 in W 19.5 in D 20 in
Charred Primitive Wabi Sabi Japanese Dug-Out Chair
Located in London, GB
An early 20th C. Meiji period chair constructed from a single piece of timber. Charred and heavily
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Early 20th Century Japanese Chairs

Materials

Cedar

Charred Primitive Wabi Sabi Japanese Dug-Out Chair
Charred Primitive Wabi Sabi Japanese Dug-Out Chair

Charred Primitive Wabi Sabi Japanese Dug-Out Chair

H 21.07 in W 20.48 in D 23.63 in
19th Century Large Dugout Rustic Pine Chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rustic Scandinavian pine dug out chair, circa 1890. Substantial chair made from a substantial
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Rustic Chairs

Materials

Pine

19th Century Large Dugout Rustic Pine Chair
19th Century Large Dugout Rustic Pine Chair

19th Century Large Dugout Rustic Pine Chair

H 31.75 in W 24.5 in D 25.75 in
19th Century Large Dugout Rustic Pine Chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rustic Scandinavian pine dug out chair circa 1890. Substantial chair made from a substantial
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Rustic Chairs

Materials

Pine

19th Century Large Dugout Rustic Pine Chair
19th Century Large Dugout Rustic Pine Chair

19th Century Large Dugout Rustic Pine Chair

H 31.75 in W 24.5 in D 25.75 in
19th Century Large Dugout Rustic Pine Chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Rustic Scandinavian pine dug out chair, circa 1890. Substantial chair made from a substantial
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Rustic Chairs

Materials

Pine

19th Century Large Dugout Rustic Pine Chair
19th Century Large Dugout Rustic Pine Chair

19th Century Large Dugout Rustic Pine Chair

H 31.75 in W 24.5 in D 25.75 in
Early 20th Century Primitive "Dug Out" Barrel Chair
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Primitive Barrel Chair. Iron strapping Excellent dry untouched surface, excellent wear. Japan
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Early 20th Century Japanese Chairs

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Wood

Early 20th Century Primitive "Dug Out" Barrel Chair
Early 20th Century Primitive "Dug Out" Barrel Chair

Early 20th Century Primitive "Dug Out" Barrel Chair

H 29.53 in W 18.9 in D 18.51 in
19th Century Ethiopian one piece dug out hardwood chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
A rare 19th Century ethiopian one piece dug out hardwood chair. Well patinated and good colour
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Antique 19th Century Ethiopian Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

19th Century Ethiopian one piece dug out hardwood chair
19th Century Ethiopian one piece dug out hardwood chair

19th Century Ethiopian one piece dug out hardwood chair

H 40.5 in W 28 in D 20.5 in
A rare 19th century ethiopian one piece dug out hardwood chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
A rare 19th century ethiopian one piece dug out hardwood chair, well patented and good colour.
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Antique 19th Century Ethiopian Folk Art Chairs

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Hardwood

A rare 19th century ethiopian one piece dug out hardwood chair
A rare 19th century ethiopian one piece dug out hardwood chair

A rare 19th century ethiopian one piece dug out hardwood chair

H 42.25 in W 22.75 in D 19.5 in
19th C./Early 20th C. French Folk Art Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Folk Art low chair / stool, Dug-out seat, handmade.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Folk Art Stools

Materials

Oak

19th C./Early 20th C. French Folk Art Chair
19th C./Early 20th C. French Folk Art Chair

19th C./Early 20th C. French Folk Art Chair

H 28.5 in W 15.75 in D 14 in
19th Century Swedish Pine Dug Out Chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fantastic 19th century pine dug out chair, circa 1890. Hand made from a solid trunk with a lift
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Rustic Chairs

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Pine Dug Out Chair
19th Century Swedish Pine Dug Out Chair

19th Century Swedish Pine Dug Out Chair

H 28.25 in W 26 in D 24.25 in
Primitive 19th C. Swedish Dug-Out Chair Wabi Sabi
Located in London, GB
A rare European (possibly Swedish) dug-out chair. Hewn patinated pine body with dark chestnut seat
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Chairs

Materials

Chestnut, Pine

Primitive 19th C. Swedish Dug-Out Chair Wabi Sabi
Primitive 19th C. Swedish Dug-Out Chair Wabi Sabi

Primitive 19th C. Swedish Dug-Out Chair Wabi Sabi

H 26.38 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Swedish 19th Century Classic Dug-Out Pine Trunk Chair or 'Kubbstol'
Located in London, Charterhouse Square
A Classic Swedish Dug-Out chair or 'Kubbstol'; hewn and carved from a pine trunk. With removable
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Other Chairs

Materials

Pine

Swedish 19th Century Classic Dug-Out Pine Trunk Chair or 'Kubbstol'
Swedish 19th Century Classic Dug-Out Pine Trunk Chair or 'Kubbstol'

Swedish 19th Century Classic Dug-Out Pine Trunk Chair or 'Kubbstol'

H 31.11 in W 20.48 in D 19.69 in
19th Century Swedish Folk Art Dug Out Pine Tree Chair
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful and rare Swedish dug out pine tree chair. Made out of a substantial tree. Great form and
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Dug Out Pine Tree Chair
19th Century Swedish Folk Art Dug Out Pine Tree Chair

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Dug Out Pine Tree Chair

H 35.44 in W 22.45 in D 21.26 in
19th C Rare English Pine Dug Out Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
primitive chair was most noted in the 18th and 19th Centuries. This dug-out chair is made from English Pine
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Antique 19th Century British Chairs

Materials

Pine

19th C Rare English Pine Dug Out Chair
19th C Rare English Pine Dug Out Chair

19th C Rare English Pine Dug Out Chair

H 32.5 in W 22.75 in D 19 in
A Fine and Rare Early Dug Out Primitive Wing Armchair
Located in London, GB
, C1720 24.5 wide x 41” high x 22” deep An extraordinary and important early primitive dug out
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Chairs

A Fine and Rare Early Dug Out Primitive Wing Armchair
A Fine and Rare Early Dug Out Primitive Wing Armchair

A Fine and Rare Early Dug Out Primitive Wing Armchair

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Dug Out Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the dug out chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and pine, every dug out chair was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect dug out chair — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right dug out chair, those designed in Folk Art styles are of considerable interest.

How Much is a Dug Out Chair?

A dug out chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,998, while the lowest priced sells for $2,097 and the highest can go for as much as $24,000.

Finding the Right Chairs for You

Chairs are an indispensable component of your home and office. Can you imagine your life without the vintage, new or antique chairs you love?

With the exception of rocking chairs, the majority of the seating in our homes today — Windsor chairs, chaise longues, wingback chairs — originated in either England or France. Art Nouveau chairs, the style of which also originated in those regions, embraced the inherent magnificence of the natural world with decorative flourishes and refined designs that blended both curved and geometric contour lines. While craftsmanship and styles have evolved in the past century, chairs have had a singular significance in our lives, no matter what your favorite chair looks like.

“The chair is the piece of furniture that is closest to human beings,” said Hans Wegner. The revered Danish cabinetmaker and furniture designer was prolific, having designed nearly 500 chairs over the course of his lifetime. His beloved designs include the Wishbone chair, the wingback Papa Bear chair and many more.

Other designers of Scandinavian modernist chairs introduced new dynamics to this staple with sculptural flowing lines, curvaceous shapes and efficient functionality. The Paimio armchair, Swan chair and Panton chair are vintage works of Finnish and Danish seating that left an indelible mark on the history of good furniture design.

“What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts,” said Ray Eames. 

Visionary polymaths Ray and Charles Eames experimented with bent plywood and fiberglass with the goal of producing affordable furniture for a mass market. Like other celebrated mid-century modern furniture designers of elegant low-profile furnishings — among them Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Finn Juhl — the Eameses considered ergonomic support, durability and cost, all of which should be top of mind when shopping for the perfect chair. The mid-century years yielded many popular chairs.

The Eameses introduced numerous icons for manufacturer Herman Miller, such as the Eames lounge chair and ottoman, molded plywood dining chairs the DCM and DCW (which can be artfully mismatched around your dining table) and a wealth of other treasured pieces for the home and office. 

A good chair anchors us to a place and can become an object of timeless appeal. Take a seat and browse the rich variety of vintage, new and antique chairs on 1stDibs today. 

Questions About Dug Out Chair
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    1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    The 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.
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    To 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.
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    The difference between dining chairs and accent chairs is primarily their function. Generally, dining chairs are used in dining areas, where they provide comfortable seating for people to use while eating at tables. You'll normally find accent chairs in seating areas and other parts of the home, where users can sit on them while they read, make conversation or enjoy other relaxing activities. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
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    The 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.
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    1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between a computer chair and an office chair is generally the number of features they have. Computer chairs tend to be more basic pieces with adjustable seats. Office chairs may have more padding, multiple points of adjustment and decorative details, such as nailhead trim. Keep in mind that some people do use the terms office chair and computer chair interchangeably. Shop an assortment of office chairs and computer chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What is the difference between a Morris chair and a Stickley chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between a Morris chair and a Stickley chair comes down to origins and characteristics. A Morris chair gets its name from William Morris, one of the founders of the British company Morris, Marshall, Faulkner & Co. During the late 1860s, the company began producing the Morris chair, which has a reclining seat back and an intricately carved wood frame. This design spread to the U.S., where it was seen by Gustav Stickley. Drawing inspiration from it, Stickley produced the Stickley chair in 1904. Like the Morris chair, the piece has a reclining back but a simpler slatted frame that aligns with the American Arts and Crafts design style. Due to its origins, some people call the Stickley chair the Stickley Morris chair or the Mission Morris chair. Explore a collection of Stickley chairs and Morris chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What is the difference between a task chair and an executive chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The 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.
  • What is the difference between an ergonomic chair and an office chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between an ergonomic chair and an office chair is the specificity of the term. Any chair designed for use at a work desk may be called an office chair. On the other hand, an ergonomic chair is designed to complement the contours of the human body to deliver optimal support and a high level of comfort. Although you'll often see the term ergonomic used to describe office chairs, other types of chairs, such as dining and lounge chairs, can also feature ergonomic designs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of office chairs.
  • What is the difference between a side chair and a Parsons chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The 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.
  • Why is a club chair called a club chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A 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.
  • What is the difference between an accent chair and a dining chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    The 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.
  • What is the difference between an Adirondack chair and a Muskoka chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The 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.
  • What is the difference between a drafting chair and an office chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between a drafting chair and an office chair usually comes down to height. A standard office chair ordinarily has a seat height of 16 to 21 inches, making it ideally proportioned for a user to sit at a desk. Designed for use in front of tall angled drafting and drawing tables, drafting chairs typically feature seat heights of 24 to 32 inches. Explore a wide range of office chairs and drafting chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What is the difference between a club chair and a wing chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    Shape is the main difference between a club chair and a wing chair. Normally, a wing chair has a tall back that wraps inwards, making it look as if a pair of wings frames the chair. Club chairs tend to be lower, boxier and flanked by wide arms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of club chairs and wing chairs.
  • What is a glider chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    A glider chair is a type of rocking chair that moves like a swing seat.

  • What is a gilt chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A gilt chair is a chair whose frame is made of gold or is covered with a small substance that looks like gold. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of gilt chairs from different periods and in a range of design styles.
  • What is the Elbow chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The term Elbow chair has more than one meaning. Prior to the 20th century, the term referred to a decorative chair with arms. In 1956, Hans J. Wegner designed a stackable wooden chair and named it the CH20 Elbow. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of elbow chairs.
  • What is a Viking chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A Viking chair consists of just two pieces, a large board that gets used as a backrest, and another smaller board that slides through the backrest and acts as a seat. The angle of the Viking chair allows you to sit comfortably and lean back while relaxing. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage Viking chairs.
  • What is a wheatback chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The term wheatback is used to define wooden chairs that have a splat area resembling a sheaf of wheat. This is often a bit of an abstract representation, but at times it can be very detailed and carved to resemble wheat. Shop a collection of wheatback chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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