Can you stop a swivel chair from swiveling?

In certain swivel chairs you can fit a rubber wedge between the base of the chair and the swiveling pole to increase the friction. By hammering the wedge you create a seal, limiting the motion of the chair.

What does a swivel chair do?

A swivel chair spins on its base. While seated, a user can turn the seat to face a different direction without repositioning the base of the chair. Swivel chairs are popular office furniture because they make it possible to reach for items in a workspace without having to get up from a seated position. In seating areas, swivel chairs allow people to focus on different areas of a room, such as a television screen or other people seated close by. Some dining chairs and bar stools also swivel to make it simpler for diners to sit down at and stand up from the table. Shop a large collection of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.

Are swivel chairs in style?

Like most home decor trends, swivel chairs have come in and out of popularity multiple times since their creation. However, swivel chairs are considered classic decor even when they’re not on-trend. Swivel chairs continue to be a popular choice because they spin and can suit a variety of spaces. Shop a wide variety of swivel chair styles on 1stDibs.

What does swivel chair mean?

A swivel chair means a chair with a seat that can rotate 360 degrees to face in any direction. You can shop many styles of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.com.

Does the Tulip chair swivel?

Yes, the Tulip chair does indeed swivel. It is a pedestal swivel chair made with an aluminum base and a fiberglass shell, which was very innovative when it was designed in the mid-1950s. You can shop a collection of Tulip chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Does the Swan chair swivel?

Yes, the Swan chair swivels on its metal base. The pivoting design was one of the major innovations of the chair that Arne Jacobsen designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark, and it remains a selling point of the piece to this today. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Arne Jacobsen Swan chairs.

What is a swivel chair called?

What a swivel chair is called varies. However, swivel chair is one of the most commonly used terms for seating with a rotating feature. Other names include swiveling chair, revolving chair, spinning chair and spinny chair. In some cases, people might describe a swivel chair by its function, using terms like dining chair or office chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of swivel chairs.

Do chairs and ottomans have to match?

No, chairs and ottomans don’t have to match. While you can often purchase matching ottomans for chairs, there is no rule about how to style furniture. Pieces with a similar shape, color or material can coordinate even if they aren’t a matched set. Find a range of chairs and ottomans on 1stDibs.

Is a swivel on a chair a good idea?

Yes, a swivel on a chair is a good idea in many spaces. In offices, swiveling mechanisms make it possible for you to turn and access different items in your workspace without having to get up from your seat. Swiveling dining chairs can make it easier for people to sit and stand before and after meals, and accent chairs that swivel can allow you to turn and easily engage in conversation with other people in the room. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of swivel chairs.

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.

Swivel Chair and Ottomans

Eames Ottoman

Black Leather Swivel Lounge Chair

Nautilus Chair

Mid Century Lounge Chair With Ottoman

Eames Lounge Chair White Leather

Ottoman On Casters

Ivory Boucle Chairs

1970s Leather Chair Ottoman

$24,000

Thomas Moser" Kinesis" Swivel Chair and Swivel Ottoman

By Thomas Moser

Located in Chicago, IL

Thomas Moser "Kinesis" Swivel Chair and Swivel Ottoman Key Features: •Material & Build: The chair and ottoman are constructed from premium oiled walnut, known for its durability and ...

Category

Early 2000s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Located in Brooklyn, NY

All adjustable feet intact. Chair swivels smoothly. Chair and ottoman with adjustable glides for use on uneven services.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

$8,800

Mr. Chair' Lounge Chair by George Mulhauser for Plycraft, 1960s

By George Mulhauser

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A swivelling lounge chair and ottoman for Plycraft having molded walnut shells and bases form fitted with seamless upholstery that is devoid of tufting.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Materials

Leather, Teak

Unavailable

H 39 in W 36 in D 21 in

George Mulhauser Lounge Chair And Ottoman foy Plycraft

By George Mulhauser

Located in Bedford, NY

Swivel adjustable chair and ottoman with metal base banded in' walnut wood- Moulded wood frame in walnut wood with natural finish- Tufted black leather throughout- Ottoman is 16"ht...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Sold

H 28 in W 36 in D 34 in

Pair of Swivel Chairs and Ottomans by Vladimir Kagan

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Miami, FL

A pair of very comfortable swivel chairs and ottomans. Sculptural furniture at its best.

Materials

Chrome

Adrian Pearsall - for Craft Associates Swivel Chair And Ottoman

Sold

H 47.5 in W 32 in D 20 in

Adrian Pearsall - for Craft Associates Swivel Chair And Ottoman

By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall

CHARLES AND RAY EAMES LOUNGE CHAIR AND OTTOMAN

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CHARLES AND RAY EAMES LOUNGE CHAIR AND OTTOMAN

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

A vintage Eames classic designed in 1957 , the 670/671 lounge chair and ottoman for Herman Miller . Rosewood veneered shells , brown leather . Underside of the chair and ottoman carr...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Swivel Chairs

CHARLES AND RAY EAMES LOUNGE CHAIR AND OTTOMAN

Sold

H 33 in W 33 in

CHARLES AND RAY EAMES LOUNGE CHAIR AND OTTOMAN

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Charles and Ray Eames designed 1957 for Herman Miller , a 670/671 lounge chair and ottoman , rosewood shells and chocolate brown leather , full matching labels to underside of both p...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Swivel Chairs

Sculptural Chair and Ottoman from Denmark, 1965

Sold

H 33 in W 37 in D 34 in

Sculptural Chair and Ottoman from Denmark, 1965

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Sculptural chair and ottoman on polished chrome base from Denmark and purchased from the George Tanier showroom in New York City in 1965. Original invoice accompanies chair and ottom...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1960 Charles Eames 670 Chair and Ottoman

Sold

H 32 in W 33 in D 34 in

1960 Charles Eames 670 Chair and Ottoman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

a nice original lounge chair by charles eames, beautiful rose wood and black leather

Category

Vintage 1960s American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Exceptional Grain 3rd Gen Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman, Rosewood, Black Leather

Sold

H 34 in W 32 in D 34 in

Exceptional Grain 3rd Gen Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman, Rosewood, Black Leather

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Seattle, WA

Third Generation Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman 670/671 featuring exceptional grain in the original finish rosewood shell and restored black leather cushions. This is one of the mos...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Plywood

Milo Baughman Oversized Tufted Swivel Chair

Sold

H 26 in Dm 43 in

Milo Baughman Oversized Tufted Swivel Chair

Located in Stamford, CT

Large fabulous Milo Baughman lounge chair, The original Milo Baughman tag is attached.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Ottomans and Poufs

Selig Eames Leather Swivel Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Sold

H 39.75 in W 33.5 in D 31 in

Selig Eames Leather Swivel Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Selig, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a Selig Eames lounge chair and ottoman. This chair is an original Selig. It has been completely restored with new white Redondo leather and refinished walnut.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Preview Swivel Chair and swivel Ottoman with Brass Banded Bases

Sold

H 27.5 in W 30 in D 30 in

Preview Swivel Chair and swivel Ottoman with Brass Banded Bases

By Preview

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A lovely re-upholstered swivel chair and unusual swivel ottoman with a preview label.

Materials

Chrome

Modernist Swivel Lounge Chair and Ottoman Switzerland 1970

Sold

H 37.41 in W 37.41 in D 39.38 in

Modernist Swivel Lounge Chair and Ottoman Switzerland 1970

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

Beautiful shaped modernist swivel lounge chair with ottoman by unknown designer or manufacturer, Switzerland 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gebruder Thonet Tilt and Swivel Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Sold

H 47.64 in W 30.71 in D 30.71 in

Gebruder Thonet Tilt and Swivel Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH

Located in Dallas, TX

The shell is covered in a high-grade black leather. The chair swivels but also has a return mechanism. The base is solid brushed stainless steel.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Lounge Chairs

Preview Post Modern Swivel Lounge Chairs in Super Soft Ivory White Bouclé C.1990

$24,400 / set

H 31.5 in W 36 in D 36 in

Preview Post Modern Swivel Lounge Chairs in Super Soft Ivory White Bouclé C.1990

By Preview

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Launch in first class comfort with this spaceship like pair of 1990s ivory white bouclé Post Modern swivel chairs by Preview. Gorgeous sculptural silhouette. Uber luxurious modern lo...

Category

1990s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Pair of Vintage 1950s French-Style Plush Ivory Lounge Chairs

$6,100 / set

H 28 in W 39 in D 29 in

Pair of Vintage 1950s French-Style Plush Ivory Lounge Chairs

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a pair of Vintage 1950s French-Style Plush Ivory Lounge Chairs.. Unmarked, no label present from the maker. Very comfortable. Dimensions: 28" H x 39" W x 29...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Swivel Lounge Chairs Newly Upholstered

$5,500

H 24 in W 30 in D 36 in

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Swivel Lounge Chairs Newly Upholstered

By Milo Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Barrel Back Swivel Lounge Chairs Newly Upholstered In SeaFoam Pleaded Mohair & Crushed AquaBlu Velvet - Pair These chairs not only offer a sty...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Upholstery, Velvet

Pair of French Cream Ribbed Club Chairs, Mid-20th Century

$15,600 / set

H 31 in W 36 in D 36 in

Pair of French Cream Ribbed Club Chairs, Mid-20th Century

Located in Houston, TX

This pair of French club chairs embodies the soft, sculptural elegance. Featuring generously rounded, fully upholstered arms and a deep, comfortable seat, the chairs showcase the inv...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Adrian Pearsall Attributed Swivel Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé

$34,000 / set

H 26 in W 48 in D 36 in

Pair of Adrian Pearsall Attributed Swivel Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Saint Louis, MO

So sculptural so fresh, this pair of 1970s modern Adrian Pearsall attributed throne swivel chairs were professionally reupholstered in soft ivory bouclé and swivel atop walnut bases ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Pair of Italian Paolo Buffa High-Back Armchairs in Blue Velvet and Chenille, 1950s

$8,023 / set

H 43.31 in W 31.5 in D 36.62 in

Pair of Italian Paolo Buffa High-Back Armchairs in Blue Velvet and Chenille, 1950s

Located in Puglia, Puglia

An elegant pair of Italian high-back armchairs, attributed to Paolo Buffa and dating from the 1950s. The armchairs feature a sculptural, slightly flared silhouette, with high, envel...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chenille, Velvet, Nutwood

$2,250

H 28 in W 32 in D 24 in

Mid-Century Modern Hand Chair in Blue Velour, USA, 20th Century

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century Pop Art-style 'hand' chair with royal blue velour upholstery and a backrest comprised of five 'fingers' resting on a circular pedestal base.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Sold|~~$5,960~~

H 28.35 in W 70.08 in D 38.59 in

Le Bambole sofa in velvet By Mario Bellini For B&B Italia, 1970s

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Beautiful Le Bambole sofa in coral/pink coloured velvet designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in the 1970s. This beautiful edition is reupholstered in a high quality cotton velve...

Category

Vintage 1970s Sofas

Materials

Velvet

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Swivel Chair and Ottomans For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of swivel chair and ottomans available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and wood, all swivel chair and ottomans available were constructed with great care. We have 298 antique and vintage swivel chair and ottomans in-stock, while there are 7 modern editions to choose from as well. Swivel chair and ottomans have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of swivel chair and ottomans to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern swivel chair and ottomans are of considerable interest. Not every interior allows for large swivel chair and ottomans, so small swivel chair and ottomans measuring 22 inches across are available at 1stDibs. Charles and Ray Eames, George Mulhauser and Vladimir Kagan each produced beautiful swivel chair and ottomans that are worth considering.

How Much are Swivel Chair and Ottomans?

Swivel chair and ottomans can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $4,021, while the lowest priced sells for $595 and the highest can go for as much as $42,900.

Finding the Right Lounge Chairs for You

While this specific seating is known to all for its comfort and familiar form, the history of how your favorite antique or vintage lounge chair came to be is slightly more ambiguous.

Although there are rare armchairs dating back as far as the 17th century, some believe that the origins of the first official “lounge chair” are tied to Hungarian modernist designer-architect Marcel Breuer. Sure, Breuer wasn’t exactly reinventing the wheel when he introduced the Wassily lounge chair in 1925, but his seat was indeed revolutionary for its integration of bent tubular steel.

Officially, a lounge chair is simply defined as a “comfortable armchair,” which allows for the shape and material of the furnishings to be extremely diverse. Whether or not chaise longues make the cut for this category is a matter of frequent debate.

The Eames lounge chair, on the other hand, has come to define somewhat of a universal perception of what a lounge chair can be. Introduced in 1956, the Eames lounger (and its partner in cozy, the ottoman) quickly became staples in television shows, prestigious office buildings and sumptuous living rooms. Venerable American mid-century modern designers Charles and Ray Eames intended for it to be the peak of luxury, which they knew meant taking furniture to the next level of style and comfort. Their chair inspired many modern interpretations of the lounge — as well as numerous copies.

On 1stDibs, find a broad range of unique lounge chairs that includes everything from antique Victorian-era seating to vintage mid-century modern lounge chairs by craftspersons such as Hans Wegner to contemporary choices from today’s innovative designers.

Questions About Swivel Chair and Ottomans

Can you stop a swivel chair from swiveling?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
In certain swivel chairs you can fit a rubber wedge between the base of the chair and the swiveling pole to increase the friction. By hammering the wedge you create a seal, limiting the motion of the chair.
What does a swivel chair do?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
A swivel chair spins on its base. While seated, a user can turn the seat to face a different direction without repositioning the base of the chair. Swivel chairs are popular office furniture because they make it possible to reach for items in a workspace without having to get up from a seated position. In seating areas, swivel chairs allow people to focus on different areas of a room, such as a television screen or other people seated close by. Some dining chairs and bar stools also swivel to make it simpler for diners to sit down at and stand up from the table. Shop a large collection of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.
Are swivel chairs in style?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Like most home decor trends, swivel chairs have come in and out of popularity multiple times since their creation. However, swivel chairs are considered classic decor even when they’re not on-trend. Swivel chairs continue to be a popular choice because they spin and can suit a variety of spaces. Shop a wide variety of swivel chair styles on 1stDibs.
What does swivel chair mean?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A swivel chair means a chair with a seat that can rotate 360 degrees to face in any direction. You can shop many styles of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.com.
Does the Tulip chair swivel?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, the Tulip chair does indeed swivel. It is a pedestal swivel chair made with an aluminum base and a fiberglass shell, which was very innovative when it was designed in the mid-1950s. You can shop a collection of Tulip chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Does the Swan chair swivel?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, the Swan chair swivels on its metal base. The pivoting design was one of the major innovations of the chair that Arne Jacobsen designed for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark, and it remains a selling point of the piece to this today. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Arne Jacobsen Swan chairs.
What is a swivel chair called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
What a swivel chair is called varies. However, swivel chair is one of the most commonly used terms for seating with a rotating feature. Other names include swiveling chair, revolving chair, spinning chair and spinny chair. In some cases, people might describe a swivel chair by its function, using terms like dining chair or office chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of swivel chairs.
Do chairs and ottomans have to match?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
No, chairs and ottomans don’t have to match. While you can often purchase matching ottomans for chairs, there is no rule about how to style furniture. Pieces with a similar shape, color or material can coordinate even if they aren’t a matched set. Find a range of chairs and ottomans on 1stDibs.
Is a swivel on a chair a good idea?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
Yes, a swivel on a chair is a good idea in many spaces. In offices, swiveling mechanisms make it possible for you to turn and access different items in your workspace without having to get up from your seat. Swiveling dining chairs can make it easier for people to sit and stand before and after meals, and accent chairs that swivel can allow you to turn and easily engage in conversation with other people in the room. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of swivel chairs.
Did Thomas Jefferson create the swivel chair?
1 Answer
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.

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