Retro Fold Up Chairs
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Steel
1970s French Retro Fold Up Chairs
Metal
1950s Dutch Industrial Retro Fold Up Chairs
Steel
1960s European Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Wood, Beech
1960s European Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Wood, Beech
Mid-20th Century Japanese Retro Fold Up Chairs
Cane
1980s Italian Post-Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Metal
1990s Italian Post-Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Chrome
1980s European Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Metal
1960s American Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Cowhide
1970s Italian Minimalist Retro Fold Up Chairs
Rattan, Wood
1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Leather, Mohair
1950s French Retro Fold Up Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Beech, Cord
1950s French Retro Fold Up Chairs
Metal
1950s French Retro Fold Up Chairs
Metal
1960s Danish Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Canvas, Walnut
1970s Italian Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Wood
1970s Italian Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Maple
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Rosewood, Teak
1990s Italian Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Metal
1960s Costa Rican Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Leather, Wood
1970s Italian Post-Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Steel
1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Canvas, Oak
1990s Italian Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Wood
1960s German Retro Fold Up Chairs
Fabric, Plastic
1980s Italian Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Aluminum
1980s Swedish Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Chrome
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Brass
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Metal
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Sheepskin, Oak
1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Leather, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Brass
1970s American Post-Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Aluminum, Chrome
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Steel
1960s American Hollywood Regency Retro Fold Up Chairs
Velvet
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Oak, Faux Leather
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Fiberglass, Leather
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Metal, Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Metal
1990s American Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Aluminum
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Steel, Chrome
1980s Italian Post-Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Metal
1980s Italian Post-Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Fabric
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Brass
1970s European Minimalist Retro Fold Up Chairs
Metal
1970s Italian Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Metal
1960s German Folk Art Retro Fold Up Chairs
Iron
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Aluminum
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Fabric, Walnut
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Steel
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Glass, Rosewood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Fold Up Chairs
Aluminum
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- Do butterfly chairs fold up?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.
- Who invented the folding chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Nathaniel Alexander invented the folding chair in 1911. During the 1950s, demand for the chairs skyrocketed with furniture makers like the Fredric Arnold Company in Brooklyn, New York, producing thousands every day. Find a variety of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The most comfortable folding chair is really a matter of preference. When shopping for folding chairs, you’ll want to think about how you’ll use them, how often you’ll be using them and if you have a preference with respect to materials. Shop antique, vintage and new folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Chairs that fold up are usually called folding chairs. However, people may refer to them as collapsible chairs as well. Other names for folding chairs designed for outdoor use include deck chairs, beach chairs, lawn chairs, camping chairs and patio chairs. Shop a collection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the folding chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024Opinions vary on who designed the folding chair. Chairs designed to fold have existed since the ancient world, with examples found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Some people argue that the original designer of the modern-day folding chair was John Cram, who patented an idea for a folding chair in 1855. However, others believe that Philip E.G. Harrison should get the credit because his 1931 design more closely resembles the modern-day folding chair. Nathaniel Alexander also contributed to the development of the folding chair with his 1911 chair that included a book rest, as did Frederic Arnold, who created the first folding aluminum chair in 1947. Shop a selection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
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