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Federico Giner Folding Directors Chair, 1980s
By Federico Giner
Located in Miami, FL
Folding director’s chair with bentwood and steel frame with black canvas seat and back rest by
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Federico Giner Folding Directors Chair, 1980s
Federico Giner Folding Directors Chair, 1980s
$800
H 33.25 in W 21.5 in D 20.5 in
Pair of McGuire Director's Chairs, 50s
By McGuire
Located in Medesano, Parma
Step into timeless sophistication with this pair of Director’s Chairs produced by McGuire in the
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of McGuire Director's Chairs, 50s
Pair of McGuire Director's Chairs, 50s
$1,077
H 32.29 in W 22.45 in D 16.74 in
Mid-Century Polished Chrome Directors Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Designed in the style of a directors chair, they offer comfort and simple elegance. Please confirm item
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Polished Chrome Directors Chairs
Mid-Century Polished Chrome Directors Chairs
$1,800 / set
H 31 in W 20 in D 16 in
Vintage Mid-Century Lucite & Chrome Director’s Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Lucite and chrome director’s chairs. Sleek, sculptural, and effortlessly cool, these chairs are a
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Lucite

Vintage Mid-Century Lucite & Chrome Director’s Chairs
Vintage Mid-Century Lucite & Chrome Director’s Chairs
$900 Sale Price / set
25% Off
H 32 in W 21.5 in D 18 in
Faux Bamboo Directors Chair by Telescope Chair Company
By Telescope Chair Company
Located in New York, NY
Stylish folding directors chair, by Telescope Furniture. This example has a turned wood faux bamboo
Category

Mid-20th Century American Campaign Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Early 20th Century Collapsible Canvas Director's Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early 20th-century collapsible wooden director's chair combines practicality with vintage
Category

Early 20th Century English Chairs

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Vintage Director's Chairs by Cal-Style - Set of 4
Located in Esperance, NY
For sale is this nice set of 4 Vintage Director's Chairs by Cal-Style.
Category

Vintage 1980s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Director's Chairs by Cal-Style - Set of 4
Vintage Director's Chairs by Cal-Style - Set of 4
$1,850 / set
H 32 in W 22.5 in D 19.25 in
Pair of Red Metal Folding Director Chairs in White Fabric
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a pair of heavy metal director chairs. These are folding chairs. They have a really nice
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

1980s Director's Chairs by Cal-Style, Set of 6
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
Set of 6 eye-catching 1980s director's chairs by Cal-Style Furniture Mfg with wood arm rests, x
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1980s Director's Chairs by Cal-Style, Set of 6
1980s Director's Chairs by Cal-Style, Set of 6
$3,950 / set
H 33.25 in W 22.75 in D 23 in
Vintage Needlepoint Director’s Chair Folding Black Brown White Geometric
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome black wood folding director’s chair with a handmade black, brown, and white geometric
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Campaign Side Chairs

Materials

Textile, Wood

1970 Folding Director's Chair, Europe
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished - newly upholstered - Height of seat 44 cm.
Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

1970 Folding Director's Chair, Europe
1970 Folding Director's Chair, Europe
$646
H 34.26 in W 21.26 in D 20.48 in
Set of Four McGuire Campaign Style Cerused Directors Chairs
By Leonard Linden, McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of four midcentury Campaign-style directors chairs by Leonard Linden for McGuire. The
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

1960s Robert Kjer Jakobsen & Virtue Bros Directors Chairs White Chrome
By Virtue Brothers
Located in Charleston, SC
MCM Style Directors Chairs White Chrome Attr Robert Kjer Jakobsen & Virtue Bros Gorgouse pair of
Category

Vintage 1960s American Directoire Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of French Director Chairs in the Style of Jean-Michel Frank
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of striking 1980s French director chairs in the style of Jean-Michel Frank, Andrea Putnam re
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Italian modern Calligaris folding director's chairs black wood white fabric 1990
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Folding director's chairs black wood and white fabric by Calligaris, 1990s Set of 8
Category

1990s Italian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid Century set with 2 Directors Chairs and a Coffee Table
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Mid Century set with 2 Directors Chairs and a Coffee Table A great set with 2 lounging chairs and
Category

Vintage 1960s Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Canvas

Set of 3 Edwardian Canvas Directors Chairs, Loft and Garden Style Chairs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Set of 3 Edwardian Canvas Directors Chairs, Loft and Garden Style Chairs A great set of lounging
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Side Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of 4 director’s chairs in bamboo and black leather, Lyda Levi for McGuire
By McGuire
Located in Roma, RM
Set of 4 director’s chairs in bamboo and black leather, McGuire San Francisco 1970 Product Details
Category

Vintage 1970s Chairs

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Director's Chair by Kurt Culetto for Horgen Glarus
By Horgen-Glarus
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful Director's Chair by Kurt Coletto for Horgen Glarus, 1960s Designer: Kurt Coletto
Category

20th Century Swiss Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Five Midcentury "Directors Chair" Chairs in the Style of Cleo Baldon
By Cleo Baldon
Located in Van Nuys, CA
"Directors Chair" is in the style of Cleo Baldon for Terra in the early 1960s. The chairs feature a
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Set of Five Midcentury "Directors Chair" Chairs in the Style of Cleo Baldon
Set of Five Midcentury "Directors Chair" Chairs in the Style of Cleo Baldon
$3,575 Sale Price / set
35% Off
H 33.5 in W 22.5 in D 23 in
Folding Director's Chair in Beautiful Original Cover, Italy, 1970s
By Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This folding director's chair was made in Italy in the 1950s in the style of Fratelli Reguitti. The
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

MCM Style Directors Chairs White Chrome Attr Robert Kjer Jakobsen & Virtue Bros
By Robert Kjer Jakobsen, Virtue Brothers
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous pair of MCM a.k.a. Mid-Century Modern Campaign style sling director’s chairs attributed to
Category

Mid-20th Century American Campaign Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1960's X Base Black Lacquer Director Chairs With Mohair Upholstery.
Located in New York, NY
1960's Hollywood regency style director chairs newly reupholstered in mohair fabric and newly
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Mohair, Walnut, Lacquer

Vintage Solid Maple Directors Chairs with Brown Canvas Upholstery, a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of vintage solid maple directors chairs. Brown canvas upholstery. Excellent condition
Category

Late 20th Century American American Classical Armchairs

Materials

Canvas, Maple

Vintage JMF Style Director Chairs, Set of 8
Located in North Miami, FL
All armchairs these Classic Director style chairs in bleached unfinished wood, keeping a rustic and
Category

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Copper

Vintage JMF Style Director Chairs, Set of 8
Vintage JMF Style Director Chairs, Set of 8
$16,500 / set
H 33 in W 24 in D 21 in
Lyda Levi McGuire director's chair in wood and leather with brass details, 1970.
By McGuire
Located in Roma, RM
Lyda Levi McGuire director's chair in wood and leather with brass details, 1970. Extra large
Category

Vintage 1970s American Armchairs

Materials

Brass

John Dickinson Unique Director's Chair from the Firehouse, San Francisco 1975c.
By John Dickinson
Located in Chicago, IL
John Dickinson Unique Director's Chair from the Firehouse, San Francisco 1975c. This distinctive
Category

Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 Vintage White Rattan Bamboo Canvas Sling Folding Directors Chairs
By Telescope Chair Company, John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Pair of recently restored white and green rattan director’s chairs. Made in Vietnam. The white
Category

Vintage 1980s Vietnamese Bohemian Armchairs

Materials

Canvas, Bamboo, Rattan

1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Chrome and Leather Savonarola Director's Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of beautiful 1980s Italian chrome gold and red leather Savonarola director's chair in perfect
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Armchairs

Materials

Bronze, Chrome

1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Chrome and Leather Savonarola Director's Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Set of eight beautiful 1980s Italian chrome gold and red leather Savonarola director's chair in
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Armchairs

Materials

Bronze, Chrome

Antique Folding Leather, Wood Safari Colonial Style Director's Chair, 1930s
By Horgen-Glarus, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Dark wood folding director's / safari chair with cognac leather seat and back. Great comfort. Great
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Directors Chair Bamboo Wood Coral Red Cotton Canvas Fabric Upholstery Foldable
By Telescope Chair Company
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern coral red cotton canvas and bamboo wood folding director chair with canvas sling
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Marge Carson Tetes De Lion Campaign Directors Chairs
By Marge Carson
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This beautiful pair of carved wood Campaign chairs by Marge Carson with Lion's head details is
Category

20th Century Campaign Chairs

Materials

Brass

Handsome Mahogany and Leather Director’s Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome set of 4 director’s style leather and mahogany arm chairs. Chairs 36” H x 22” D x 25” W
Category

Vintage 1980s American Campaign Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Handsome Mahogany and Leather Director’s Chairs
Handsome Mahogany and Leather Director’s Chairs
$2,400 / set
H 36 in W 25 in D 22 in
RESTORED MID CENTURY DE SEDE DS35 EXECUTIVE SWIVEL DiRECTORS CHAIR BROWN LEATHER
By De Sede
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, original Mid Century Modern Circa 1970's De Sede DS35 Executive swivel office chair in hand dyed aged brown
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Folding Maui Blue and Red Iron Outdoor Director's Chair, American 1930's
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Original American 1930's Movie Director's Armchair. This sturdy and solid iron armchair was
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Iron

Pair of Mid Century Modern Patio Directors Chairs with New Sunbrella Backs 1960
By Russell Woodard
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular pair of steel directors style chairs with Sunbrella stripped fabric for backs. Totally
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

Cleo Baldon Style X-Form Arm Directors Dining Chair, Circa 1970
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Handcrafted wrought iron chair is known as the "Directors Chair" in the style of Cleo Baldon for
Category

Vintage 1960s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Cleo Baldon Style X-Form Arm Directors Dining Chair, Circa 1970
Cleo Baldon Style X-Form Arm Directors Dining Chair, Circa 1970
$715 Sale Price
35% Off
H 31.5 in W 20 in D 17 in
Bauhaus Black Chrome Tubular Director Arm Chairs, a Pair after Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
chrome with tubular frames and faux leather. They have a director chair feel. Both the back and seat are
Category

20th Century American Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Bauhaus Black Chrome Tubular Director Arm Chairs, a Pair after Marcel Breuer
Bauhaus Black Chrome Tubular Director Arm Chairs, a Pair after Marcel Breuer
$1,600 Sale Price / set
46% Off
H 31.5 in W 22 in D 18 in
After Ward Bennett Sled Lounges Chairs for Selig
By Ward Bennett, Selig
Located in Chicago, IL
These Director Chairs, are a timeless design masterpiece that effortlessly combines form and
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

After Ward Bennett Sled Lounges Chairs for Selig
After Ward Bennett Sled Lounges Chairs for Selig
$10,000 / set
H 29 in W 29.5 in D 30.5 in
Lovely Vintage Restored Brown Leather Oak Framed Captains Directors Armchair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
cigar brown leather directors chair. Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers
Category

20th Century English Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Lovely Vintage Restored Brown Leather Oak Framed Captains Directors Armchair
Lovely Vintage Restored Brown Leather Oak Framed Captains Directors Armchair
$3,152 Sale Price
20% Off
H 42.13 in W 25.6 in D 23.82 in
One of a Kind Fully Restored Hardwood Chesterfield Captains Directors Armchair
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
upholstered in plush woven linen A very good looking well made and comfortable directors chair. This is
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

One of a Kind Fully Restored Hardwood Chesterfield Captains Directors Armchair
One of a Kind Fully Restored Hardwood Chesterfield Captains Directors Armchair
$2,661 Sale Price
30% Off
H 44.49 in W 32.68 in D 30.12 in
Horgen Glarus Modell 903 by Kurt Culetto Cognac Swiss Folding Spanish Chair
By Horgen-Glarus
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Mogensen Spanish Chair and also on the classic folding Directors Chair. We have 2 chairs in stock.
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

VITRA EAMES EA217 SOFTPAD LEATHER CAPTAINS DIRECTORS OFFICE CHAiR
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, original Vitra Eames Black Leather sofa pad Captains or Directors chair which is model number EA217/219 RRP
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Gae Aulenti 'April' Canvas Folding Chairs, Zanotta, 1972
By Gae Aulenti
Located in Corby, GB
and designer Gae Aulenti. Designed in 1972 for Zanotta and inspired by a classic directors chair
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Gae Aulenti 'April' Canvas Folding Chairs, Zanotta, 1972
Gae Aulenti 'April' Canvas Folding Chairs, Zanotta, 1972
$1,673 / item
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 19.69 in
Shigeru Uchida 'Z' Chair Mid Century Takeshi Nii
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Vancouver, BC
chrome and teak. The first models were designed around 1958, taking inspiration from directors chairs
Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Shigeru Uchida 'Z' Chair Mid Century Takeshi Nii
Shigeru Uchida 'Z' Chair Mid Century Takeshi Nii
$2,400
H 33.86 in W 24.02 in D 29.93 in
Set of Four McGuire Antalya Laced Rawhide Rattan Dining Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
rawhide laces. The frame has a directors chair style x-form stretcher under the seat. This bespoke set of
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Rattan

Hollywood folding armchairs by Carlo Hauner for Fratelli Reguitti
By Fratelli Reguitti
Located in Milano, IT
This 1970s director's chair by Reguitti is the perfect blend of functionality and elegance, with a
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Vintage Mid-Century Postmodern Minimalist Leather Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
he saw a director's chair in a magazine before WWII. While repeating tests for functional chairs, Nii
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Minimalist Rocking Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Mid-Century Postmodern Minimalist Leather Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii
Vintage Mid-Century Postmodern Minimalist Leather Rocking Chair by Takeshi Nii
$1,814 Sale Price
20% Off
H 37.01 in W 34.65 in D 21.66 in
Vintage English Hand Made Leather Directors Desk Chair 20th Century
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning vintage leather 'Director's chair' with button back in a beautiful burgundy
Category

Late 20th Century Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Mogens Koch ‘Mk-16’ Safari Chair for Rud Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
folding chair based on traditional British Campaign furniture. Also known as safari or directors chairs
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Mogens Koch ‘Mk-16’ Safari Chair for Rud Rasmussen
Mogens Koch ‘Mk-16’ Safari Chair for Rud Rasmussen
$2,154
H 34.65 in W 20.08 in D 1.97 in
Vintage Revolving Leather Desk Armchair
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A superb and very handsome revolving leather director's chair with a high back and comfortably wide
Category

Early 20th Century French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vintage Revolving Leather Desk Armchair
Vintage Revolving Leather Desk Armchair
$3,080
H 39.77 in W 26.97 in D 24.41 in
Set of Four McGuire Laced Rawhide Rattan Dining Armchairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
straight legs conjoined by x form stretchers in a directors chair style. Made in the California organic
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Rattan

Pair of McGuire Oak Folding Campaign Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Mcguire Oak Folding Campaign or Director Chairs. 1980's, in very good vintage condition
Category

Late 20th Century American Campaign Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Oak

Pair of McGuire Oak Folding Campaign Chairs
Pair of McGuire Oak Folding Campaign Chairs
$2,195 / set
H 33 in W 24 in D 20 in
Antique Restored Cigar Brown Leather Brass Castors Chesterfield Captain Armchair
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Chesterfield cigar brown leather directors chair with solid brass English castors. A very good looking well
Category

Antique 19th Century English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Antique Restored Cigar Brown Leather Brass Castors Chesterfield Captain Armchair
Antique Restored Cigar Brown Leather Brass Castors Chesterfield Captain Armchair
$3,041 Sale Price
20% Off
H 34.26 in W 27.96 in D 26.38 in
VINTAGE CHESTERFIELD DARK AGED GREY LEATHER DIRECTORS SWIFEL CAPTAINS CHAiR
Located in Pulborough, GB
Leather Directors Swivel Captain's Chair A striking embodiment of timeless elegance and classic design
Category

20th Century British Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of Four McGuire Laced Rawhide Rattan Dining Armchairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
straight legs conjoined by x form stretchers in a directors chair style. Made in the California organic
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bamboo, Wood

Mid Century NY Folding Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Takeshi Nii, Japan, c. 1950's
By Takeshi Nii
Located in Deland, FL
inspired by foldaway director’s chairs. It was named in honor of the designer’s family name, but it also
Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese International Style Chairs

Materials

Chrome

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Used Director Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of used director chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and metal, all used director chairs available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of used director chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Used director chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Chesterfield, Harrods and John and Elinor McGuire each produced beautiful used director chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Used Director Chairs?

Prices for used director chairs start at $200 and top out at $20,000 with the average selling for $2,619.

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 Used Director Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A director’s chair is stereotypically associated with movie directors. The lightweight chair has scissored legs, can often be folded for ease of transport or storage and is a popular silhouette for camping chairs. Shop an assortment of director chair styles on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Accent chairs are single-seat chairs that are used not only as an additional seating space, but also to add visual interest to a room. They are designed to be a focal point in a room — perhaps the color of the upholstery is offbeat or unconventional, perhaps the frame is especially ornate. These chairs are seating pieces that have a role beyond just their basic function. Find a collection of antique and vintage accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A lambing chair is a refined piece of antique furniture. It is a boxy type of wood armchair that is rarely upholstered. It can be utilized as a seating arrangement in offices, homes and other types of environments should space allow for it. Its wooden box armchair-like appearance is quite eye-catching. Find a wide collection of unique lambing chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A corner chair is designed to fit into the corner of a room and be pulled out when additional seating is needed. Some corner chairs were also used at desks because they allowed more freedom of movement for the sitter. Corner chairs were also called roundabout chairs, smoking chairs, barber’s chairs, writing chairs and desk chairs. Shop a collection of corner chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Slipper chairs were used by women from royal families as well as by members of society’s upper class. They would sit on these chairs placed in their bedrooms while domestic servants helped them put on the shoes. Now the slipper chair is a medium to large upholstered occasional chair that lacks arms and sits low to the ground. It is a very common piece of furniture to have. 1stDibs offers a collection of slipper chairs to choose from.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A common plastic used in chairs is thermoplastic polypropylene injected into a mold. Because of its strength and durability, thermoplastic polypropylene is a great material and it doesn't present the risk of breaking or a furnishing losing its shape. This type of plastic is good for chairs that might undergo heavy wear.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A sedan chair was used in the past for transporting a passenger through the streets of the city. It is a covered cabin that was carried on poles by two people.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A wing chair is another name for a wingback chair, which features long armchair protrusions that were initially designed to shield the chair’s occupant from the drafts and intense heat radiating from a fireplace. It has a long backrest with sides at the top that point out like wings. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique and vintage wingback chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    What used office chairs are worth can vary greatly. The maker, age, style, type and condition will all impact the value. Chairs made by certain makers may be worth quite a bit. Examples of chairs that are often highly sought after include those produced by Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller, Knoll and Arne Jacobsen. Checking the sales history for chairs similar to yours can give you a rough idea of its value. For a more specific valuation, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. Find a wide variety of office chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Panton chairs can be used outdoors. Crafted with molded plastic, the Panton chair can be stacked and can withstand the snow, rain and other weather elements. Designed by Verner Panton, this classic chair is widely loved by home decor enthusiasts and can be found through a variety of authorized retailers, including 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, accent chairs are meant to be used. Although they enhance the appearance of a space, accent chairs can also serve as comfortable seats. In fact, many of the most iconic accent chairs like Charles and Ray Eames' Eames lounge chair and Arne Jacobsen's Egg chair were designed to both please the eye and comfortably support the contours of the human body. Explore a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, you can indeed use Eiffel chairs outside. Its molded plastic seat and durable frame make this gorgeous chair an excellent addition for your outdoor seating needs. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Eiffel chairs from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The white Eames lounge chair is the currently featured chair of the hosts (sharks) on the television show Shark Tank. This iconic chair was first designed by Charles and Ray Eames for the Herman Miller furniture company and was released in 1956. Created for a high-end market, these chairs have been a part of the New York’s Museum of Modern Art and are acclaimed worldwide. Find a collection of expertly vetted Eames furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    There are many kinds of furniture you can use instead of accent chairs. Depending on the style of your room, a cushioned dining chair or desk chair may work to provide extra seating. You can also introduce a second sofa or a loveseat. Large ottomans may also double as seating. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of chairs and other seating options.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, you can use a lounge chair in a living room. In fact, the chairs are especially well-suited to use in living rooms. After all, the purpose of a lounge chair is to allow you to lean back and relax, and many people retire to their living rooms to unwind at the end of the day. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage lounge chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    You can buy used Herman Miller chairs from many sources. One option is to purchase from a local seller or from a vintage shop or auction house. Many online platforms, including 1stDibs, offer gently-used Herman Miller chairs, as well. Buying from a reputable store or platform can help to ensure that you receive an authentic chair. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Eero Saarinen’s famed pedestal chairs, although streamlined in appearance, are crafted with a variety of materials from aluminum and molded fiberglass to the plastic-bonded finish. You can shop a selection of Eero Saarinen pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.