Revolving Chair
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Swivel Chairs
Velvet, Cherry, Paint
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Steel
Antique 19th Century English Chairs
Iron
Early 20th Century British Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Swivel Chairs
Pine
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Steel
Early 20th Century British Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century French Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Brass
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Swivel Chairs
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Mahogany
2010s German Art Deco Chairs
Wood, Macassar, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Aluminum
Antique 19th Century British Late Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Brass, Iron
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Animal Skin, Bamboo
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Brass, Iron
Antique 19th Century British Late Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Brass
Antique 19th Century British Late Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Oak
Early 20th Century British Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Stainless Steel
20th Century Chairs
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Stainless Steel
2010s Dutch Chairs
Leather, Textile, Wood
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Metal
Late 20th Century British Chesterfield Swivel Chairs
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Leather
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Lounge Chairs
Aluminum
2010s Austrian Lounge Chairs
Fabric
2010s Austrian Lounge Chairs
Fabric
Early 2000s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Mohair, Upholstery
1990s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Fabric, Upholstery
2010s Italian Lounge Chairs
Leather, Fabric
2010s Italian Lounge Chairs
Leather, Fabric
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Chrome
Early 20th Century English Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany, Upholstery
Antique 1870s English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Aluminum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Aluminum
2010s Italian Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1970s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Brass, Steel
2010s Italian Chairs
Velvet
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Chrome, Iron
Vintage 1940s American Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Coat Racks and Stands
Brass
Vintage 1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Wood
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Bookcases
Mahogany
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Revolving Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A revolving chair is usually called a swivel chair. Patents for the design of swivel chairs date back to the 19th century, but chairs that spin first became popular in the 1950s. Find a selection of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.
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