Did Thomas Jefferson create the swivel chair?

Yes, Thomas Jefferson is believed to have created a swivel chair out of a Windsor chair that he had in his home. However, Thomas E. Warren was the inventor who developed the modern swiveling chair on wheels. Called the Centripetal Spring armchair, his design dates back to 1849. Shop a range of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.

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Preston club chairs by Roman Thomas, upholstered in Bergamo fabric, with dark walnut legs and

Early 2000s American Club Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of Preston Club Chairs by Roman Thomas

H 33 in W 31 in D 36 in

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Did Thomas Jefferson create the swivel chair?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Yes, Thomas Jefferson is believed to have created a swivel chair out of a Windsor chair that he had in his home. However, Thomas E. Warren was the inventor who developed the modern swiveling chair on wheels. Called the Centripetal Spring armchair, his design dates back to 1849. Shop a range of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.