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

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.

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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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.

How much do office chairs cost?

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

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 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 is lumbar support in office chairs?

Lumbar support is support given to the lower back.

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 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.

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.

What is the weight limit for a Haworth office chair?

The weight limit for a Haworth office chair varies from model to model. However, most of the furniture maker's office chairs are warrantied for users who weigh at least 300 pounds. If you're unsure what the weight limit is on your chair, you can contact Haworth for more information via the company's contact information, as shared on its official website. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Haworth furniture from some of the world's top sellers.

Does Steelcase make good office chairs?

Yes, Steelcase makes good office chairs, according to many people who own and love them. Online reviewers rave about the comfortable cushioning and padding that the chairs provide and describe how their adjustability makes it possible to customize the chairs to suit your height and posture. In addition, users often say that the chairs are durable and capable of holding up to regular use in workplaces. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Steelcase office chairs.

Office Chairs

Otto Wagner Chair

Mid Century Modern Swivel Desk Chair

Italian Leather Desk Chair

Classic Chesterfield

1969 Office

Adjustable Height Chair

Mid Century Modern Office Furniture

Thonet 1910

C. 1962 Herman Miller Eames Drafting Shell Chair 622NS

$1,500

H 41.5 in W 28 in D 28 in

C. 1962 Herman Miller Eames Drafting Shell Chair 622NS

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an original Drafting Shell Chair, Model 622NS, designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller. It is a rather scarce design and is difficult to find in the vintage marke...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

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

$3,766

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

Antique Pair of Victorian Carved Mahogany Spider Web Back Desk Chairs

$3,928 / set

H 38.98 in W 25.79 in D 19.3 in

Antique Pair of Victorian Carved Mahogany Spider Web Back Desk Chairs

Located in Suffolk, GB

A stylish pair of antique Victorian carved mahogany desk chairs with unusual circular spider web backs, shaped arms and newly upholstered seats. The backs are beautifully detailed wi...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Secession Desk Chair No. 25 by Thonet

$1,883

H 35.44 in W 21.66 in D 16.54 in

Secession Desk Chair No. 25 by Thonet

By August Thonet, Thonet

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Secession desk chair no. 25 by Thonet with new handmade rattan seat professionally stained and repolished.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Czech Vienna Secession Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Bentwood

ICf Italian Post Modern Chairs Set of 8

$999 / item

H 34 in W 19.5 in D 23 in

ICf Italian Post Modern Chairs Set of 8

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames, ICF Milano 1

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

ICF armless and swivel with return (spring back to front). Shiny chromed aluminum in wonderful shape with very comfortable mesh upholstery that is durable and easy to clean. Mesh i...

Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

An Empire Style Mahogany Desk Chair, By Kahn, Paris

$12,254

H 29.53 in W 24.02 in D 20.08 in

An Empire Style Mahogany Desk Chair, By Kahn, Paris

By Kahn

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

An Empire Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Mahogany Desk Chair, By Kahn, Paris. Incised ‘L. KAHN’ to the back of the mounts. The bow-shaped top rail applied with a gilt-bronze anthemion m...

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Antique 19th Century French Empire Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Ormolu

Wooden cow leather English Gainsborough chair with a stunning appearance

$617

H 38.59 in W 25.99 in D 27.96 in

Wooden cow leather English Gainsborough chair with a stunning appearance

Located in Harderwijk, NL

This beautiful Gainsborough chair is made of wood and richly coloured genuine leather. Thanks to its luxurious and timeless design, it fits easily into almost any interior and is hig...

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Antique 19th Century Classical Roman Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cowhide, Leather, Wood

Quality Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Desk Chairs

$1,702 / set

H 38.59 in W 23.63 in D 21.86 in

Quality Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Desk Chairs

Located in Suffolk, GB

Quality antique Victorian carved mahogany desk chairs having a quality carved mahogany shaped top rail, carved and pierced open splat to the centre of the back, quality shaped open a...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Other

George Nelson Swaged Leg Desk Chair for Herman Miller

$7,500

H 32 in W 28 in D 24.5 in

George Nelson Swaged Leg Desk Chair for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

George Nelson lounge chair for Herman Miller, c.1950's, USA. The design features a beige molded plastic chair form. The chair is part of a larger collection called the “Swaged Leg Gr...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

c.1920's carved frame open arm desk chair

$1,702

H 39.38 in W 25.2 in D 24.41 in

c.1920's carved frame open arm desk chair

Located in Malton, GB

This is a lovely quality English country house open armed desk chair. The carved legs and shaped arms give this a real elegance and shows the chairs quality. It is currently upholste...

Category

Vintage 1920s Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Art. Deco Leather Tub Chair by Gunlocke c. 1940's

$1,200

H 31 in W 24.5 in D 22 in

Art. Deco Leather Tub Chair by Gunlocke c. 1940's

By Gunlocke

Located in New York, NY

Voguish Art Deco tub chair, made by Gunlocke, circa 1940's. The chair features a chic distressed green leather surface, it is structurally sound and sturdy, and in clean and ready to...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

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

Fine French Art Deco Mahogany Arm Chair

$7,800

H 31.89 in W 21.26 in D 23.23 in

Fine French Art Deco Mahogany Arm Chair

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fine French 1930's mahogany armchair in the manner of Adnet.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

19th c. Heywood Brothers & Wakefield Company Stenographer's Chair c.1897

$695

H 37.5 in W 17 in D 20 in

19th c. Heywood Brothers & Wakefield Company Stenographer's Chair c.1897

By Heywood Brothers & Co., Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Antique solid oak, fully adjustable, swivel stenographer's or typist's chair with cast iron mechanisms. Adjust the chair's height by spinning the chair up or down. The spring ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel, Iron

1 Stylex Sava Conference Chair 6 Available

$720Sale Price|20% Off

H 40.5 in W 20.5 in D 19 in

1 Stylex Sava Conference Chair 6 Available

By Stylex

Located in Pasadena, TX

Stylex Sava conference chair Designed by award-winning architect Sava Cvek and backed by more than half a century of Stylex know-how, SAVA Mesh Back represents a revolution in con...

Category

Early 2000s North American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Eames Time Life "Lobby" Chair - Green Leather - 1st Generation Model 675

$6,850

H 30 in W 29 in D 28 in

Eames Time Life "Lobby" Chair - Green Leather - 1st Generation Model 675

By Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in Decatur, GA

We left the original factory "Building/Floor/Office" tag on the underside. Leather has been cleaned and conditioned. this chair is ready for immediate use.

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Desk Chair

$2,430

H 42.13 in W 25.2 in D 21.07 in

Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Desk Chair

Located in Suffolk, GB

Outstanding quality antique Victorian carved mahogany desk chair having an outstanding quality carved mahogany back with carved acanthus leaves, bows and ribbons, shaped carved mahog...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Other

Industrial Factory Chair By Rowac Bemefa Circa 1950s

$919

H 35.44 in W 16.54 in D 18.51 in

Industrial Factory Chair By Rowac Bemefa Circa 1950s

By Rowac

Located in Gloucester, GB

Industrial Factory Chair By Rowac Bemefa Circa 1950s - Height adjustable - Original dark red paint - Sprung seat - Ply seat and back rest - Designed by Robert Wagner - Produced by B...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Plywood

'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

Art Deco Set of 4 Chairs, Made in France

$20,000 / set

H 39.77 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in

Art Deco Set of 4 Chairs, Made in France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vintage styles since 1982. If you have any questions we are at your disposal. Pushing the button that reads 'View All ...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

Art Deco Leather Desk Elbow chair circa 1930s

$816Sale Price|20% Off

H 29.93 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in

Art Deco Leather Desk Elbow chair circa 1930s

By Harry & Lou Epstein Furniture Co

Located in Dereham, GB

Art Deco Leather Desk Elbow chair circa 1930s Ebonised Frame with open elbows Recently Re covered with Cream Leather, & Brass studded detail Seat Height:43cm

Category

Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Empire Mahogany Desk Chair, Early 19th Century

$9,500

H 30 in W 24 in D 20 in

Empire Mahogany Desk Chair, Early 19th Century

Located in Spencertown, NY

The desk chair with carved diamond motif on crest and richly carved griffin wings above articulated paw feet with tan colored leather upholstery. Height: 30" Seat height: 17" Depth: ...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, 1930

$7,700

H 35.44 in W 22.84 in D 18.12 in

Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco desk chair Wood Year: 1930 Country: France If you are looking for a desk chair to match your desk, we have what you need. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and A...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Wood

Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, 1920

$4,800

H 31.5 in W 22.05 in D 21.26 in

Desk Chair Style: Art Deco, France, 1920

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Art Deco desk chair Country: France If you are looking for a desk chair to match your desk, we have what you need. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and V...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Wood

Twain Desk & Chair Set by Gio Bagnara

$11,300 / item

H 30.12 in W 25.6 in D 47.25 in

Twain Desk & Chair Set by Gio Bagnara

By Stephane Parmentier

Located in New York, NY

GIOBAGNARA Renowned for its elegant creations that convey luxury without ostentation, GIOBAGNARA adheres to the highest standards of craftsmanship. By pursuing a philosophy that inco...

Category

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

Materials

Leather, Wood

Desk Chair by Max Pearson for Knoll

$6,800 / item

H 34.5 in W 27.75 in D 27 in

Desk Chair by Max Pearson for Knoll

By Max Pearson, Knoll

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A desk chair with the original channel-stitched upholstery, on an X-form caster base.

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery

Sculptural Danish desk chair from the 1980´s

$705

H 27.96 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in

Sculptural Danish desk chair from the 1980´s

Located in Copenhagen, DK

From the 1980s – a modern Danish desk chair that effortlessly blends form and function. Crafted with a keen eye for design, this chair is a testament to the era's aesthetic sensibili...

Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

1992 Metropolitan Furniture Turquoise Leather 735 Desk Chair 6x Available

$2,000 / item

H 37.5 in W 25.5 in D 27 in

1992 Metropolitan Furniture Turquoise Leather 735 Desk Chair 6x Available

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a 735 Desk Chair, produced by Metropolitan Furniture in the United States. These examples date back to 1992. The design features a black five star base on castors with a seat...

Category

1990s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Polished Leather Executive Button Back Chesterfield Revolving Desk Chair

$1,368Sale Price|25% Off

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

Vittorio Valabrega Side or Desk Chair in Lacquered Wood

$8,700

H 31.01 in W 19.01 in D 19.01 in

Vittorio Valabrega Side or Desk Chair in Lacquered Wood

By Vittorio Valabrega

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Vittorio Valabrega, side chair / desk chair, lacquered wood, 1930s, Italy This elegant chair from the 1930s, designed by Vittorio Valabrega, reflects the refined lines and bold char...

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Wood

Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock

$1,850 / item

H 32 in W 25 in D 26 in

Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Classic black leather desk chair by Charles Pollock and manufactured by Knoll. Executed in black leather and steel base. No tears or missing buttons or screws. Leather in good condit...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Herman Miller Eames PSCC Swivel Desk Chair

$849

H 32 in W 18 in D 18 in

Herman Miller Eames PSCC Swivel Desk Chair

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Light yellow fiberglass shell desk chair by Herman Miller. Designed by Charles and Ray Eames. Model PSCC, with swivel base and casters. In good working condition. No holes or cracks,...

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

Aluminium Chair 119, Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

$2,675

H 23.63 in W 40.16 in D 22.05 in

Aluminium Chair 119, Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in Neuss, NW

luminum Chair 119 by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra with original black leather cover. The side profiles, armrests and clamps are made of polished die-cast aluminum and are chrome-p...

Category

Antique 1750s Norwegian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

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

Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock

$1,999 / item

H 32 in W 25 in D 26 in

Black Leather Knoll Desk Chair designed by Charles Pollock

By Knoll, Charles Pollock

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Classic black leather desk chair by Charles Pollock and manufactured by Knoll. Executed in black leather and steel base. No tears or missing buttons or screws. Leather in good condit...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Carlo Fongaro - Tall “Dinamarquesa” Swivel Chair in Rosewood & Chenille, 1960s

$12,000

H 49 in W 31 in D 27 in

Carlo Fongaro - Tall “Dinamarquesa” Swivel Chair in Rosewood & Chenille, 1960s

By Carlo Fongaro

Located in New York, NY

Designed by Carlo Fongaro for Probel in the late 1960s, the “Dinamarquesa” swivel chair is a refined example of Brazil’s modernist sensibility meeting functional design. Fongaro, an ...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Victorian Oak Revolving Spindleback Desk Chair With Racing Green Leather Seat

$2,954

H 34.26 in W 26.38 in D 19.3 in

Victorian Oak Revolving Spindleback Desk Chair With Racing Green Leather Seat

By James Phillips & Sons

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A Victorian Oak Fan Back Revolving Desk Chair With Racing Green Leather Seat & Bras Studs, Finished With Elegant Scroll Arms By James Phillips & Sons of Union Street Bristo...

Category

Antique 19th Century British Late Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Iron

Wilkhahn Delta leather swivel conference/dining chair by Delta Group, 1960

$506

H 34.65 in W 25.2 in D 25.99 in

Wilkhahn Delta leather swivel conference/dining chair by Delta Group, 1960

By Delta Furniture 1, Wilkhahn

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

A classic of 1960s design, it can be used as an office, conference, or dining room chair. More than 100 years ago, the Wilkhahn company was founded by Friedrich Hahne and Christian ...

Category

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

Materials

Leather

Industrial Machine Age Brushed Steel Desk Chair

$650

H 33 in W 18.25 in D 20 in

Industrial Machine Age Brushed Steel Desk Chair

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Industrial, 1940s, machine age, brushed steel desk chair with newly upholstered light ochre vinyl seat.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Machine Age Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage Herman Miller Aeron Classic Stool Armless Chair

$1,090

H 52.25 in W 21.5 in D 23 in

Vintage Herman Miller Aeron Classic Stool Armless Chair

By Herman Miller

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a classic Herman Miller Aeron Armless Chair Adjustable Stool Stool Black Mesh Adjustable No Arms Ergonomic with Wheels DImensions: 52.25 h tallest 48 h at sho...

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

Vintage Mid-Century Modern German Brown Conference Chair from Drabert, 1970s

$1,583 / item

H 30.32 in W 24.41 in D 24.81 in

Vintage Mid-Century Modern German Brown Conference Chair from Drabert, 1970s

By Drabert

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

This conference chair was made by the German manufacturer Drabert during the 1970s.

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Italian Bamboo Dal Vera Folding Chair, 1960s

$647

H 28.35 in W 20.87 in D 17.33 in

Mid-Century Italian Bamboo Dal Vera Folding Chair, 1960s

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Mid-Century Italian Bamboo Dal Vera Folding Chair, 1960s Wear consistent with age and use Wabi Sabi - Vintage - Decoration Handmade folding chair in perfectly proportioned curved b...

Category

Vintage 1960s Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Marcatre Highback Archizoom Black Leather Desk Chair

$1,200Sale Price|40% Off

H 35 in W 22 in D 19 in

Marcatre Highback Archizoom Black Leather Desk Chair

Located in New York, NY

1 highback By Marcatre and designed by Paolo Deganella and Gilberto Corretti, members of the Italian "Archizoom" group.

Category

2010s Italian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Eames Fiberglass Shell Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames, 1986

$1,250 / set

H 32 in W 22.5 in D 21 in

Eames Fiberglass Shell Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames, 1986

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Denton, TX

Eames for Herman Miller fiberglass shell chairs with original blue upholstery. These can be stacked or used anwhere around the house.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's)

$6,500

H 32.5 in W 27.5 in D 28 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's)

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk Chair (1960's) Base: Solid walnut with Shepard double-wheel casters Features: Tilt, swivel, and lock mechanism Design Details: Button-tufted leather...

Category

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

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen 'Oxford' Desk Chairs

$1,100 / item

H 50.4 in W 24.02 in D 24.81 in

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen 'Oxford' Desk Chairs

By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, pair of 'Oxford' desk chairs model 3272, aluminium, wood, fabric upholstery, United Kingdom, design 1965, recent production The original version of t...

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN RESTORED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED CAPTAiNS CHAIR

$3,744

H 33.27 in W 22.45 in D 21.26 in

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN RESTORED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED CAPTAiNS CHAIR

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely stunning fully restored hand carved Mahogany framed, early Victorian circa 1840-1850 Ships Capta...

Category

Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Postmodern Italian Set of Six Conference Chairs in Cognac Leather and Aluminum

$14,400 / set

H 31.11 in W 27.56 in D 25.99 in

Postmodern Italian Set of Six Conference Chairs in Cognac Leather and Aluminum

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Set of six desk chairs / conference chairs, aluminum, cognac leather, Italy, 1970s A striking set of six Italian desk chairs from the 1970s, beautifully crafted in supple leather an...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

2010s Bernhardt Design Cardan Leather Desk Chair in Blue Leather

$975

H 34 in W 26 in D 26.5 in

2010s Bernhardt Design Cardan Leather Desk Chair in Blue Leather

By Bernhardt Design

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Cardan Swivel Office Desk Chair, produced in the USA by Bernhardt Design in the 2010s.

Category

2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Original Antique French Vintage Bienaise Draughtsman Swivel Chair

$660

H 31.89 in W 19.69 in D 14.97 in

Original Antique French Vintage Bienaise Draughtsman Swivel Chair

By Bienaise

Located in Stockbridge, GB

Original French Bienaise Chair Model 204 – E An original Bienaise Industrial Chair. A classic 1940’s French Industrial Design Produced by the Nelson Brothers – Model No. 204.This ch...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Danish Modern Style Pair of Rattan Chairs.

$2,595 / set

H 31 in W 22 in D 20 in

Vintage Danish Modern Style Pair of Rattan Chairs.

Located in Seattle, WA

Vintage Chair Set with Walnut Toned Wood, Rattan Accent , and Beige Toned Seating. In the Style of Arne Vodder. MCM Lines Throughout. Circa 1960s - 1970s. Vintage Condition Consisten...

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Don Chadwick Bill Stumpf Herman Miller black leather Equa chair

$600 / item

H 33 in W 26.5 in D 24.5 in

Don Chadwick Bill Stumpf Herman Miller black leather Equa chair

By Don Chadwick, Herman Miller

Located in Ferndale, MI

Herman Miller Equa swivel , tilt , height adjustable office / desk / task chair . Designed by Bill Stumpf and Don Chadwick who famously 10 years later collaborated on the creation of...

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

Swivel Desk Chair by GoodForm General Fireproofing

$975

H 34.5 in W 22 in D 24 in

Swivel Desk Chair by GoodForm General Fireproofing

By General Fireproofing Company

Located in New York, NY

Great Art Deco swivel desk chair with adjustable tilt backrest, stylized armrests, and aluminum star base. Iconic Machine Age classic, clean original, ready to use. Black armrests ha...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Anglo Indian Teak Planter's Chair with Extending Arms19th Century

$1,974

H 37.41 in W 27.17 in D 43.31 in

Anglo Indian Teak Planter's Chair with Extending Arms19th Century

Located in London, GB

A superb Anglo Indian teak planter's chair with extending arms, Circa 1890 in date. Handcrafted in teak with elegant form it has been reupholstered in dark brown leather with brass ...

Category

Antique 1890s Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Brass

Desk Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$9,500 / item

H 34 in W 34 in D 34 in

Desk Chair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An adjustable and swiveling roll arm desk chair in the original brown leather, having a chromed four point base with casters.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Desk Chair by Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen

$14,000

H 37 in W 26 in D 25 in

Desk Chair by Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A swiveling and tilting generously proportioned desk chair with fitted black leather upholstery and a four-pronged brushed steel base on chrome-hooded casters.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Antique French Carved Walnut Desk Chair, Circa 1880.

$4,000

H 33.5 in W 24 in D 18.5 in

Antique French Carved Walnut Desk Chair, Circa 1880.

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French carved walnut desk chair, circa 1880. With Burgundy Leather Upholstery.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Walnut

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Office Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of office chairs available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct office chairs — often made from wood, metal and fabric — can elevate any home. Find 15079 antique and vintage office chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 539 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Office chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Office chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made office chairs over the years, but those made by Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames and Knoll are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Office Chairs?

Prices for office chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, office chairs begin at $1 and can go as high as $147,176, while the average can fetch as much as $2,403.

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.

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