What is the best executive office chair?

The best executive office chair is really a matter of preference. When searching for the perfect office chair, it is important to consider both comfort level and style. On 1stDibs.com, you can shop a variety of different office chair styles.

Are executive office chairs worth it?

Yes, many people feel that executive office chairs are worth it. Often, these chairs are generously proportioned and ergonomically designed to provide a comfortable seating experience. In addition, makers emphasize the form of executive chairs as much as their function, making pieces often pleasing to the eye and capable of enhancing the overall look of an office. Find a collection of executive office chairs on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a task chair and an executive chair?

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 most comfortable office chair?

The most comfortable office chair is one that helps you sit at your desk comfortably, without harming your posture or causing back and joint pains. An uncomfortable office chair can lead to multiple problems such as lower back injuries and muscular strains. Hence, it is wise to choose the most comfortable option for your office chair. Shop a range of antique and vintage office chairs on 1stDibs.

What is the best office chair?

There are many kinds of office chairs -- it's really a matter of preference. on 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Modern, vintage, and antique office chairs suited towards your preferences

Should office chairs have armrests?

Office chairs should have armrests to support forearms and relieve strain on your shoulders and wrists.

What is the difference between a computer chair and an office chair?

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 an ergonomic chair and an office chair?

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 drafting chair and an office chair?

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 best leather office chair?

A good office chair should be comfortable with a high back, armrests and cushioned seating. Many leather office chairs can be called the best by different people depending on what appeals to them. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage leather office chairs.

What is the best mesh office chair?

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How much do office chairs cost?

At 1stdibs office chairs cost between $129 and $55,889

What is a high back office chair?

A high back office chair has a tall backrest to provide support to both your back and neck. It helps minimize the risk of chronic neck and back problems. These chairs also come with wheels attached for ease of mobility. Shop a range of antique and vintage high back office chairs on 1stDibs.

Which office chair has the best cushion?

Which office chair has the best cushion is largely a matter of personal preference. Some people prefer chairs with thicker cushions or like one type of filling material more than another. On 1stDibs, find a collection of office chairs.

What are used office chairs worth?

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.

What is the best office desk chair?

There are many kinds of office chairs — it is a matter of preference. An office desk chair should have a few features such as adjustability in height, backrests and armrests, lumbar support, sufficient seat depth and width, sufficient padding in breathable material, and swivel and casters for easy movement. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office desk chairs today.

What is the best material for office chair?

Mesh, leather, cloth, vinyl, and plastic are some of the widely used materials used for office chairs, and each has its own set of advantages. On 1stDibs, there is a huge inventory of chairs with different materials, styles and designs for you to choose from.

What is lumbar support in office chairs?

Lumbar support is support given to the lower back.

Who invented the office chair with wheels?

It is generally accepted that Thomas E. Warren invented the office chair. Although sketches dating back to the early 16th century of a rolling chair on wheels have been located, Warren was the one to unveil the first-ever commercially successful rolling chair. Called the Centripetal Spring Armchair, the piece debuted at the 1851 Great Exhibition in London. The American Chair Company in Troy, New York, manufactured the chair. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of office chairs.

Does a good office chair make a difference?

Yes, a good office chair can make a difference. Many high-quality office chairs offer multiple points of adjustability, so you can customize your seating experience and feel comfortable during your workday. In addition, a good office chair may be produced out of more durable materials and feature finer craftsmanship, which may allow it to outlast other chairs. Find a diverse assortment of office chairs on 1stDibs.

Executive Office Chairs

Charles And Ray Eames Desks

Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Chair

Eames Executive

Mid Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair

Black Herman Miller Swivel Chair

Herman Miller Aluminum Group Chair

1969 Office

Executive Metal Desk

20C Burgundy Executive Swivel Chair

$1,500

H 40 in W 26.5 in D 24 in

20C Burgundy Executive Swivel Chair

Located in Dallas, TX

Presenting a lovely 20c burgundy executive swivel chair with beautiful detail. This chair was made in the mid to late 20th Century, but it is of extremely high quality.

Category

20th Century American Edwardian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Satinwood, Walnut

Charles Pollock Executive Desk Chairs for Knoll

$1,850 / item

H 32 in W 26 in D 17.5 in

Charles Pollock Executive Desk Chairs for Knoll

By Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 5 1980's vintage, Charles Pollock black executive desk chair for Knoll. The ultimate ergonomic, office desk chair designed by this George Nelson apprentice, Charles Pollock.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Cognac Leather Pollock Executive Chair by Knoll

$1,752

H 32.29 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

Vintage Cognac Leather Pollock Executive Chair by Knoll

By Charles Pollock

Located in TOULOUSE, FR

Conceived in 1965 by the visionary designer Charles Pollock for Knoll, the Pollock Executive Chair remains one of the most celebrated achievements in mid-century modern furniture des...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Stunning and luxurious Pace leather Executive Chair

$2,250

H 38 in W 27.5 in D 25.5 in

Stunning and luxurious Pace leather Executive Chair

By Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani, Pace Collection

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Butter soft red leather surrounds this amazing Guido Faleschini swivel management soft pad chair. Designed for i4 Mariani and retailed in the 1970s and 1980s by The Pace Collection....

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

Geoffrey Harcourt High Back Executive Chair for Artifort

$850

H 44.25 in W 23.5 in D 26 in

Geoffrey Harcourt High Back Executive Chair for Artifort

By Artifort, Geoffrey Harcourt

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed by Geoffrey Harcourt for Dutch manufacturer Artifort, this high back executive rolling chair features horizontally channeled black skai upholstery across both the tall backr...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Charles Pollock Leather Executive Desk Chair in Brown

$1,999 / item

H 32 in W 27 in D 25 in

Charles Pollock Leather Executive Desk Chair in Brown

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Charles Pollock for Knoll leather executive chair redone in medium brown color. This executive desk chair has a swivel base with adjustable height. Swivel base with all wheel...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Polished Leather Executive Button Back Chesterfield Revolving Desk Chair

$2,277

H 40.16 in W 28.35 in D 28.35 in

Polished Leather Executive Button Back Chesterfield Revolving Desk Chair

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A Polished Executive Burgundy Button Back Chesterfield Revolving Desk Chair Leather Upholstery With Tilt Action & Adjustable Seat Height Luxurious highly polished, extremely com...

Category

Late 20th Century American Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Brass

One Vintage Midcentury Ward Bennett Brickel Executive Chair

$3,900

H 36 in W 21 in D 19 in

One Vintage Midcentury Ward Bennett Brickel Executive Chair

By Ward Bennett

Located in Pasadena, TX

Best known for his interiors, Mr. Bennett`s projects include residence in New York, London, Venice and Rome, as well as his own quarter, a Manhattan apartment atop the Dakota, a coun...

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Eames Time Life Executive Lobby Chair for Herman Miller, Gray Leather Desk Chair

$5,650

H 33 in W 26.25 in D 27 in

Eames Time Life Executive Lobby Chair for Herman Miller, Gray Leather Desk Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Detroit, MI

The Executive model was an immediate success and to this day has remained the gold standard in luxury office chairs.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Saarinen Executive Chair for Knoll in Black Vinyl Upholstery

$1,270

H 25 in W 25.5 in D 20 in

Saarinen Executive Chair for Knoll in Black Vinyl Upholstery

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in New York, NY

Classic Mid Century Executive armchair, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, circa 1950/60's. The chair features an upholstered seat, arms and back rest, mounted on steel legs. This...

Category

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

Materials

Steel

Navy Blue Mohair Executive Swivel Chair by Ward Bennett

$1,800

H 33 in W 24 in D 26 in

Navy Blue Mohair Executive Swivel Chair by Ward Bennett

By Ward Bennett

Located in Danville, CA

Stunning reclining Executive swivel chair by Ward Bennett for Brickel. The chair is in beautiful original condition. The chrome base and slimline casters are also in excellent condit...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Executive Desk Chair by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$8,500

H 37 in W 27 in D 28 in

Executive Desk Chair by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A fully upholstered and adjustable high back swiveling and rolling desk chair with a four point cast steel base.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Authentic Eames Herman Miller Tall Black Leather Office Chair 2001

$3,475 / item

H 38.5 in W 22.75 in D 23 in

Authentic Eames Herman Miller Tall Black Leather Office Chair 2001

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Detroit, MI

This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Executive Height office chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in 2001.

Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

One Max Pearson For Knoll Black Leather Executive Chair

$1,900 / item

H 35.5 in W 26 in D 28 in

One Max Pearson For Knoll Black Leather Executive Chair

By Max Pearson

Located in Pasadena, TX

1 mid century modern executive chairs designed by Max Pearson and made by Knoll. Black leather upholstery on four-star bases with casters. 2 available.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Eames Time-Life Executive Desk Chair - Herman Miller - Brown Leather - 1970s

$4,400

H 36 in W 26.5 in D 26 in

Eames Time-Life Executive Desk Chair - Herman Miller - Brown Leather - 1970s

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Decatur, GA

Comfortable, refined, and highly functional, the chair works equally well in a home office, studio, or executive setting.

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

MIM Roma Mid-Century Modern Executive Swivel Chair, Italy

$2,921

H 35.44 in W 29.93 in D 26.78 in

MIM Roma Mid-Century Modern Executive Swivel Chair, Italy

By MIM Roma

Located in Naples, IT

Office armchair with armrests and five-spoke aluminium base with castors, seat and backrest shell made of curved plywood, original foam and skai upholstery. A rare piece of iconic de...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

1960s Minerva Executive Chair in Leather & Rosewood by Torbjorn Afdal

$4,326

H 40.56 in W 26.38 in D 26.38 in

1960s Minerva Executive Chair in Leather & Rosewood by Torbjorn Afdal

By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo

Located in Seaford, GB

The Minerva model reflects this ethos: commanding in stature yet understated in aesthetic. This chair is not only a superb piece of collectable Scandinavian furniture but also a sta...

Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

1980s Charles Pollock Executive Chairs for Knoll in grey fabric

$1,120Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 32 in W 26.5 in D 28 in

1980s Charles Pollock Executive Chairs for Knoll in grey fabric

By Charles Pollock

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of iconic 1980s Charles Pollock Executive Chairs by The Knoll Group in grey fabric. Pair is in really good vintage condition with very minimal signs of use - some very light s...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Steelcase Turnstone Jacket Ergonomic Executive Desk Chair in Taupe Leather, New

$625 / item

H 38 in W 27 in D 23 in

Steelcase Turnstone Jacket Ergonomic Executive Desk Chair in Taupe Leather, New

By Steelcase

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Fabulous, brand new Steelcase Turnstone Jacket ergonomic executive desk chair in taupe leather. The Jacket chair balances an elegant aesthetic with standard ergonomic functions suita...

Category

2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

French Leather Executive Chair Attributed to Raphaël Raffel for Apelbaum, 1970s

$3,739

H 37.8 in W 29.53 in D 25.99 in

French Leather Executive Chair Attributed to Raphaël Raffel for Apelbaum, 1970s

By Raphael Raffel

Located in Paris, FR

A French executive chair attributed to Raphaël Raffel for Apelbaum, dating to the 1970s.

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Eames Time Life Executive Lobby Chair by Herman Miller, Red Leather

$5,600 / item

H 34 in W 28.25 in D 26.5 in

Eames Time Life Executive Lobby Chair by Herman Miller, Red Leather

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Detroit, MI

An iconic and collectible desk chair; perfect for home or office. Eames Office Herman Miller logo plaque to underside.

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Steelcase Think Ergonomic Executive Desk Chair in Black Leather Fully Adjustable

$600 / item

H 40 in W 27 in D 23 in

Steelcase Think Ergonomic Executive Desk Chair in Black Leather Fully Adjustable

By Steelcase

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Think chair is an ergonomic executive desk chair that makes you feel good from the first moment you sit to the last. A recipient of numerous awards. As you change position, it senses...

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mahogany Brown Leather Executive Swivel Desk Chair, 1970s

$2,950

H 38 in W 28 in D 26 in

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mahogany Brown Leather Executive Swivel Desk Chair, 1970s

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in Decatur, GA

Equally suited for use in a home office, executive suite, or design-forward workspace, the chair offers both comfort and collectibility.

Category

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

Materials

Leather

1997 Richard Sapper for Knoll Executive Desk Chair in Black Leather

$1,250 / item

H 36.5 in W 25 in D 26.5 in

1997 Richard Sapper for Knoll Executive Desk Chair in Black Leather

By Richard Sapper

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Sapper Executive Desk chair, initially designed by Richard Sapper for Knoll in 1979. These examples date to 1997. They feature black leather seats and backs, and have a ste...

Category

1990s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

2014 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Executive Desk Chair, Silver Mesh (8x)

$1,200 / item

H 39.5 in W 22.5 in D 23 in

2014 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Executive Desk Chair, Silver Mesh (8x)

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair, Model EA337, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1958. These particular examples were produced by Herman Miller and ...

Category

2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

'Big' by Guido Faleschini for i4Mariani Leather Executive Desk Chair, Italy, New

$6,880Sale Price|20% Off

H 47 in W 31.5 in D 32 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

Such incredible style, no wonder these were featured in the hit Michael Douglas movie "Wall Street" in 1987, these chairs were located in his Post-Modern high rise executive office a...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Guido Faleschini for Mariani Mid Century "Big" Executive Leather Desk Chair

$5,195

H 46.75 in W 29.75 in D 30 in

Guido Faleschini for Mariani Mid Century "Big" Executive Leather Desk Chair

By i4 Mariani, Guido Faleschini

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Guido Faleschini for Mariani Mid Century "Big" Executive Leather Desk Chair This chair measures: 29.75 wide x 30 deep x 46.75 high, with a seat height of 19.5 and arm height/chair c...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Executive Chairs, c. 1985, Reupholsted

$4,900Sale Price / item|24% Off

H 34.5 in W 30 in D 27.5 in

Otto Zapf for Knoll International Leather Executive Chairs, c. 1985, Reupholsted

By Knoll, Otto Zapf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Would also be an apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge or members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office. Consider using as a side chair...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair Authentic Eames Herman Miller Tall Black Leather Office Chairs 2001

$6,255 / set

H 38.5 in W 22.75 in D 23 in

Pair Authentic Eames Herman Miller Tall Black Leather Office Chairs 2001

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Detroit, MI

These authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Executive Height office chairs from the Aluminum Group Collection were manufactured in 2001.

Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Mid-Century Modern Charles Pollock/Knoll Executive Chairs, Black Leather, USA

$1,800 / item

H 33 in W 27 in D 27 in

Mid-Century Modern Charles Pollock/Knoll Executive Chairs, Black Leather, USA

By Charles Pollock, Knoll

Located in San Francisco, CA

Stunning authentic mid-century modern Pollock Executive Arm Chair for Knoll. Designed in 1963 by Charles Pollock, this chair has become one of Knoll’s most recognizable and enduring ...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

2012 Antonio Citterio for Vitra Grand Executive Chairs in Black Leather

$1,750 / item

H 43 in W 31 in D 25.5 in

2012 Antonio Citterio for Vitra Grand Executive Chairs in Black Leather

By Antonio Citterio, Vitra

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Grand Executive Lowback Chairs, originally designed by Antonio Citterio for Vitra in 2014. These particular examples date to the year 2013. They are comprised of a 5 star a...

Category

2010s German Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

2006 Nicos Zographos Alpha Bucket Executive Desk Chair in Grey Leather

$2,500 / item

H 38 in W 29 in D 28 in

2006 Nicos Zographos Alpha Bucket Executive Desk Chair in Grey Leather

By Zographos Designs Ltd., Nicos Zographos

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Alpha Bucket Executive Desk Chair, originally designed by Nicos Zographos in 1964. The piece was produced in 2006 by his namesake Zographos Designs Limited. The chair feat...

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair

$1,600Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 40.25 in W 23 in D 23 in

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Ferndale, MI

Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Chair Model EA420, designed in 1969 by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller . This chair is stamped 1992 . Soft black leather upholstery ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair

$2,300

H 40.25 in W 23 in D 23 in

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Ferndale, MI

Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Chair Model EA420, designed in 1969 by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller . This chair is stamped 1992 . Soft black leather upholstery ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair

$2,800

H 40.25 in W 23 in D 23 in

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Group black leather swivel tilt executive chair

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Ferndale, MI

Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Chair Model EA420, designed in 1969 by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller . This chair is stamped 1992 . Soft black leather upholstery ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1991 Ward Bennett Executive Desk Chair for Brickel Associates 12x Available

$3,500 / item

H 42 in W 27.5 in D 26.5 in

1991 Ward Bennett Executive Desk Chair for Brickel Associates 12x Available

By Brickel Associates, Ward Bennett

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Executive Bumper Swivel Desk Chairs, initially designed by Ward Bennett in 1969. These were produced by Brickel Associates in 1991 and are all original. The listed price in...

Category

1990s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel, Bronze

Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Italia "Ondo" Executive Leather 1970s Desk Chair

$1,690Sale Price|35% Off

H 35 in W 29.5 in D 29.5 in

Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Italia "Ondo" Executive Leather 1970s Desk Chair

By Saporiti, Gianni Offredi

Located in Peabody, MA

A Saporiti Italia “Onda” executive swivel desk chair in leather with polished steel swivel base designed by Giovanni Offredi, ca. 1970s

Category

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

Materials

Steel

Saarinen Executive Arm Chair in Ink Blue Leather & Stainless Base by Knoll

$2,750

H 33 in W 24 in D 26 in

Saarinen Executive Arm Chair in Ink Blue Leather & Stainless Base by Knoll

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Stamford, CT

Eero Saarinen is widely regarded as one of the most important furniture designers of the 20th Century, known for his innovative use of materials and sculptural approach to form. His ...

Category

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

Materials

Stainless Steel

1977 Pearson Executive Desk Chair by Max Pearson for Knoll International

$1,100 / item

H 34.5 in W 27.75 in D 27 in

1977 Pearson Executive Desk Chair by Max Pearson for Knoll International

By Knoll, Max Pearson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Pearson Executive Chair, designed in 1966 by Max Pearson for Knoll. While Pearson had worked for Knoll for several years behind the scenes, this was first debuted in his fi...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

2010s Humanscale Freedom Executive Desk Chair in Leather and Polished Aluminum

$1,150

H 43 in W 27.25 in D 25 in

2010s Humanscale Freedom Executive Desk Chair in Leather and Polished Aluminum

By Niels Diffrient, Humanscale

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Freedom desk chair, originally designed by Robert King and Niels Diffrient in 1999. This particular example was produced by Humanscale in the USA in the 2010s. The chair fe...

Category

2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Otto Zapf for Knoll Intl. 1970s Patinated Tan Leather Executive Highback Chair

$5,250

H 47 in W 32 in D 32 in

Otto Zapf for Knoll Intl. 1970s Patinated Tan Leather Executive Highback Chair

By Otto Zapf, Knoll

Located in St. Louis, MO

Thick leather over heavily padded cushions makes you feel like you are sitting on a cloud, ideal for those who have to work long hours and need a comfortable executive desk chair. We...

Category

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

Materials

Steel

1990s Geiger / Brickel Associates Executive Desk Chair w/ Pneumatic Swivel Base

$2,000 / item

H 38 in W 24 in D 28 in

1990s Geiger / Brickel Associates Executive Desk Chair w/ Pneumatic Swivel Base

By Brickel Associates

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Desk or Conference Chair, produced by Geiger / Brickel in the USA in the 1990s. The listed price includes one chair, and we have 4 chairs in this colorway available for pur...

Category

1990s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

1980s Nicos Zographos High Back Bucket Executive Chair w/ Alpha Base

$1,500 / item

H 38 in W 29 in D 28 in

1980s Nicos Zographos High Back Bucket Executive Chair w/ Alpha Base

By Nicos Zographos, Zographos Designs Ltd.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an original Alpha bucket executive desk chair, designed by Nicos Zographos in 1964. The listed price includes one chair, but several are available for individual purchase. Th...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

2010 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chairs in Naugahyde

$1,500 / item

H 38.75 in W 23 in D 17.75 in

2010 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chairs in Naugahyde

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chairs, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These particular examples date to 2010. The listed price ...

Category

2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

2010s Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair in White Leather

$2,500 / item

H 40 in W 22.5 in D 23.75 in

2010s Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair in White Leather

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair, Model EA437, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These examples date to the 2010s. ...

Category

2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Eames Soft-Pad Executive Chairs in Smoke Gray Leather by Herman Miller

$3,000

H 41.75 in W 23 in D 15.5 in

Eames Soft-Pad Executive Chairs in Smoke Gray Leather by Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Stamford, CT

We have a large quantity of these Eames Soft Pad Executive Chairs all in their original Leather in the color Smoke.

Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eames Soft-Pad Executive Chairs in Charcoal Maharam Wool by Herman Miller

$2,250 / item

H 41.75 in W 23 in D 15.5 in

Eames Soft-Pad Executive Chairs in Charcoal Maharam Wool by Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Stamford, CT

Whatever the story may be, the comfort of Charles & Ray’s Soft Pad seating perhaps rivals that of their famed Eames Lounge Chair. The Soft Pad collection consists of a Lounge Ch...

Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chair in Original Ink Blue Leather, Swivel Base

$2,500

H 33 in W 25.5 in D 24.5 in

Knoll Saarinen Executive Arm Chair in Original Ink Blue Leather, Swivel Base

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Stamford, CT

The Saarinen Executive Arm Chair is perhaps the most versatile chair known from the Mid-Century Modern design movement.

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

1970s Herman Miller Eames Time Life Executive Desk Chair in Black Leather

$6,000

H 34.5 in W 26.5 in D 27 in

1970s Herman Miller Eames Time Life Executive Desk Chair in Black Leather

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Time Life Executive Desk Chairs, Model ES104, originally designed in 1961 by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. This example dates back to the 1970s. The desig...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

2015 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair in All Black

$1,600 / item

H 39.5 in W 22.5 in D 23 in

2015 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair in All Black

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair, Model EA337, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1958. These particular examples were produced by Herman Miller and ...

Category

2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

1999 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair in Black Leather

$2,600 / item

H 40 in W 22.5 in D 23.75 in

1999 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair in Black Leather

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair, Model EA437, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These examples date to the year 19...

Category

1990s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1995 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair in Black Leather

$2,600 / item

H 40 in W 22.5 in D 23.75 in

1995 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair in Black Leather

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair, Model EA437, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These examples date to the year 19...

Category

1990s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

2003 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair in Black Leather

$2,400 / item

H 40 in W 22.5 in D 23.75 in

2003 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair in Black Leather

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group Executive-Height Soft Pad Desk Chair, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These particular examples date to 2003. ...

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1981 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair in Black Naugahyde

$1,800

H 39.5 in W 22.5 in D 23 in

1981 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair in Black Naugahyde

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group Executive Desk Chair, Model EA320, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. This particular example dates to 1981. The ...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1995 Herman Miller Eames Softpad Executive Desk Chair in Black/Grey Leather

$3,500

H 40 in W 22.5 in D 23.75 in

1995 Herman Miller Eames Softpad Executive Desk Chair in Black/Grey Leather

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair, Model EA437, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. This example dates to the year 199...

Category

1990s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

2017 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair with Pneumatic Base

$2,600 / item

H 40 in W 22.5 in D 23.75 in

2017 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair with Pneumatic Base

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair, Model EA437, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These examples were produced in 20...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

2017 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armless Desk Chair with Pneumatic Base

$1,100 / item

H 31 in W 22.5 in D 25 in

2017 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armless Desk Chair with Pneumatic Base

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Saarinen Executive Armless Desk Chairs with swivel bases, originally designed in 1957 by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. These particular examples were produced in 201...

Category

2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

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Executive Office Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of executive office chairs available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique executive office chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, leather and metal. Find 407 antique and vintage executive office chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 8 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Executive office chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Executive office chairs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small executive office chairs measuring 14.5 inches across. There have been many well-made executive office chairs over the years, but those made by Knoll, Charles Pollock and Charles and Ray Eames are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Executive Office Chairs?

Prices for executive office chairs start at $300 and top out at $28,500 with the average selling for $2,224.

Finding the Right Office Chairs And Desk Chairs for You

An essential part of every office or home workstation, office chairs and desk chairs are critically important to your comfort and getting the job done.

Desk chairs have evolved over time. While writing the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson pined for a wider range of motion and introduced some improvements to his English-style Windsor chair, inventing the swivel chair along the way. So the next time you roll, recline or swivel at your vintage desk, remember: The third president of the United States had a lot to do with that functionality.

Changes in the availability of resources have also led to innovations in desk chair design. After World War II, for example, optimistic American designers made use of wartime materials in their efforts to create practical domestic goods.

Mid-century modernism is the name given to the broad postwar time period that prioritized thoughtful design. Journalist Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” cites “ergonomic wisdom” as part of the reason for the longevity of the era’s furnishings, and when it comes to sitting in a desk chair for hours at a time, what could be more important than ergonomic support?

As mid-century modernism was marked by resourcefulness and boundless creativity — and produced designers who, in most cases, prioritized comfort and support — it follows that all mid-century chairs are not the same. Nowhere is this perhaps more evident than at Herman Miller. The legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer got its start in the office, with design director George Nelson enlisting the likes of Charles and Ray Eames to produce desk chairs and lounge chairs that are still celebrated today. Elsewhere at the time, the numerous pieces Florence Knoll created for Knoll’s office furniture line were envisioned as design solutions for the changing needs of residential and office spaces.

If you’re working remotely and streamlined seating isn’t your thing, don’t be afraid of making a statement with your office chair. Introduce a touch of drama to your video calls by way of 19th-century desk accessories and the alluring forms we typically associate with antique desk chairs designed in the Empire and Regency styles. For a minimalist touch, a spare, utilitarian Industrial-style office chair can work in any space but will fit in particularly well amid the exposed brick and steel architecture that characterizes a loft apartment.

An inspiring home office cleverly mixes materials and styles to create a welcoming place of productivity and comfort, and if you’re gathering with colleagues at your company HQ, an array of wood, leather and metal office chairs can help integrate disparate textures in a conference room or any other collaborative space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office and desk chairs today.

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