Why is a club chair called a club chair?

A club chair is called a club chair because the accent chairs became popular in the interior décor of gentleman's clubs in France. The original name for the club chair is “fauteuil confortable," which translates to "comfortable chair." You'll find a collection of club chairs on 1stDibs.

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.

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.

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.

What is the difference between a club chair and a wing chair?

Shape is the main difference between a club chair and a wing chair. Normally, a wing chair has a tall back that wraps inwards, making it look as if a pair of wings frames the chair. Club chairs tend to be lower, boxier and flanked by wide arms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of club chairs and wing chairs.

What is the difference between a club chair and an armchair?

There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.

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 Club Chairs

Midcentury Modern Sloped Arms Chair

De Sede Ds31

African Leather Chairs

Shaggy Chair

Mid Century Rounded Back Chair

Milo Baughman Barrel Chair

Mid Century Modern Swivel

Midcentury Modern Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin

Mid Century Style Swivel Club Chair

$1,400

Mid Century Style Swivel Club Chair

Located in Alpha, NJ

Mid Century Style Woven Swivel Club Chair. This chair is in good condition. Faint soiling to fabric

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Wool

Pair of Custom High End Brown Swivel Club Chairs

$1,830Sale Price / set|51% Off

Pair of Custom High End Brown Swivel Club Chairs

Located in Redding, CT

Pair of custom high end brown swivel club chairs. Beautiful condition velvet chenille fabric. Fudge

Category

Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Chenille, Velvet

Vintage Homecrest Bottemiller Mid Century Modern Metal Swivel Club Chairs - Pair

$1,200 / set

Vintage Homecrest Bottemiller Mid Century Modern Metal Swivel Club Chairs - Pair

By Homecrest

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Homecrest Bottemiller Mid Century Modern Wrought Iron Metal Swivel Club Chairs - a Pair

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Bamboo Swivel Club Chairs Lounge Chairs Upholstery Bohemian Chic 1975

$3,120 / set

Pair of Bamboo Swivel Club Chairs Lounge Chairs Upholstery Bohemian Chic 1975

Located in Miami, FL

We offer a beautiful Pair of Swivel Club Chairs in bent Bamboo and mounted on sturdy Round Bamboo

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Fabric, Bentwood

Pair of Light Blue Shade Swivel Club Chairs with a Fan Back Design, 21st Century

$750 / item

Pair of Light Blue Shade Swivel Club Chairs with a Fan Back Design, 21st Century

Located in Savannah, GA

Pair of Light Blue Shade Swivel Club Chairs with a Fan Back Design, 21st Century

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

MCM Harvey Probber Style Barrel Back Swivel Club Chairs Newly Reupholstered - 4

$12,500 / set

MCM Harvey Probber Style Barrel Back Swivel Club Chairs Newly Reupholstered - 4

By Harvey Probber

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid Century Modern Harvey Probber Style Barrel Back Swivel Club Chairs on Caster Newly

Category

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

Materials

Mohair

Pair of Sherrill Swivel Club Chairs

$3,424Sale Price|20% Off

Pair of Sherrill Swivel Club Chairs

By Sherrill Furniture Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Sherrill Swivel Chairs upholstered in creamy buttery velvet. Great smaller scale formal

Category

Early 2000s American Hollywood Regency Swivel Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Pair Nautilus Swivel Club Chairs attributed to Directional

$6,000 / set

Pair Nautilus Swivel Club Chairs attributed to Directional

By Directional

Located in Atlanta, GA

glamorous instead of being austere. They are practical chairs equipped with swiveling base and seat very

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Foam, Wood

Vintage Modern Velvet and Brass Swivel Club Chairs, Pair

$5,500 / set

Vintage Modern Velvet and Brass Swivel Club Chairs, Pair

Located in Dallas, TX

Stunning pair of swivel lounge chairs, recently recovered in a gold colored velvet. Features clean

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

Barrel-Back Swivel Club Chair w Walnut Base in the Style of Milo Baughman, 1970s

$2,320Sale Price|20% Off

Barrel-Back Swivel Club Chair w Walnut Base in the Style of Milo Baughman, 1970s

By Milo Baughman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant, sculptural, and inviting, this 1970s Mid-Century Modern swivel club chair embodies the

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Pair of Vintage Modern Barrel Back Swivel Club Chairs

$2,550 / set

Pair of Vintage Modern Barrel Back Swivel Club Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This unique pair of Mid-Century club chairs feature swivel bases and comfortable barrel back seats

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Adrian Pearsall Swiveling Club Chair in Original Flame Stitch Upholstery

$2,800Sale Price|20% Off

Adrian Pearsall Swiveling Club Chair in Original Flame Stitch Upholstery

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Chicago, IL

Swiveling barrel back club chair in a periwinkle blue and rose flame stich upholstery. Low slung

Category

Vintage 1970s American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Upholstery

Mid-Century Swivel Club Chairs

$3,500 / set

Mid-Century Swivel Club Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of vintage modern club chairs on a tulip shape swivel base. Round barrel back with sculpting

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Pair of Sally Sirkin Lewis Blue and Black Ultrasuede Swivel Club Chairs

$4,200Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Sally Sirkin Lewis Blue and Black Ultrasuede Swivel Club Chairs

By Robert Scott, Sally Sirkin Lewis

Located in Chicago, IL

Dark blue and black ultrasuede upholstered barrel chairs, with brushed steel ring swivel bases, by

Category

Vintage 1980s American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Harvey Probber Swivel Club Chair, circa 1960s, Reupholstered and Refinished

$4,200Sale Price|23% Off

Harvey Probber Swivel Club Chair, circa 1960s, Reupholstered and Refinished

By Harvey Probber

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Harvey Probber swivel club chair from circa 1960 has been refinished and reupholstered

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Modern Swivel Club Directional Style Corkscrew Chairs

$3,500 / set

Pair of Modern Swivel Club Directional Style Corkscrew Chairs

Located in Wayne, NJ

Pair of grey swivel club chairs. If you are in the New Jersey, New York City Metro Area, please

Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Green Ruched Barrel Back Swivel Chairs, Pair

$16,250

Mid-Century Modern Green Ruched Barrel Back Swivel Chairs, Pair

Located in Dallas, TX

Fabulously unique pair of Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman style swivel club chairs. These

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Michael Wolk Miami Club Chairs Swivel Pair

$2,796Sale Price / set|28% Off

Michael Wolk Miami Club Chairs Swivel Pair

By Michael Wolk

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Michael Wolk Miami Full 360 Swivel Club Chairs

Category

Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Cotton

Early Pair of Leather Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$17,000 / set

Early Pair of Leather Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dallas, TX

A very rare and early pair of swiveling club chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1940's

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Early Pair of Grey Mohair Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Restored

$16,800

Early Pair of Grey Mohair Swivel Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Restored

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Elegant from every angle! A very rare and early pair of swiveling club chairs by Edward Wormley for

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Harvey Probber Swivel Cube Club Lounge Chairs

$5,000 / set

Harvey Probber Swivel Cube Club Lounge Chairs

By Harvey Probber

Located in Miami, FL

A pair of classic swivel chairs by Harvey Probber. The bases are walnut. And the upholstery is a

Category

Vintage 1960s American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Vladimir Kagan "Classic Club Chair" Channel Back Swivel Chairs, 1990s

$15,850 / set

Vladimir Kagan "Classic Club Chair" Channel Back Swivel Chairs, 1990s

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Dallas, TX

Directional Inc., 1990s. Each professionally custom upholstered swivel chair, barrel back style, covered in an

Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

MCM Leather Club Swivel Chair by Century Furniture Co

$2,396Sale Price|20% Off

MCM Leather Club Swivel Chair by Century Furniture Co

By Century Furniture

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Vintage MCM Leather Club Chair by

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

1980s Vintage Upholstered Swivel Barrel Back Club Chairs, Pair, Original Fabric

$1,280 / set

1980s Vintage Upholstered Swivel Barrel Back Club Chairs, Pair, Original Fabric

Located in Miami, FL

1980s Vintage Upholstered Swivel Barrel Back Club Chairs, Pair with Original Fabric Offered for

Category

Vintage 1980s Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Wooden Swivel Base Club Lounge Chair

$1,500

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Wooden Swivel Base Club Lounge Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Vintage Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Wooden Swivel Base Club Lounge Chair. Item features solid

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Mid Century Modern Blue Upholstered Chrome Swivel Base Club Arm Chair

$450

Vintage Mid Century Modern Blue Upholstered Chrome Swivel Base Club Arm Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Blue Upholstered Chrome Swivel Base Club Arm Chair. Item features blue

Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid Century Modern Blue Upholstered Chrome Swivel Base Club Chair - Pair

$895 / set

Vintage Mid Century Modern Blue Upholstered Chrome Swivel Base Club Chair - Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Blue Upholstered Chrome Swivel Base Club Chairs - a Pair. Item features

Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Overman Brown Leatherette & Chrome Swivel Club or Lounge Chairs Sweden

$2,500 / set

Pair of Overman Brown Leatherette & Chrome Swivel Club or Lounge Chairs Sweden

By Arne Jacobsen, Overman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed and made in Sweden in the 1960s, this pair of chairs is among the best of the models made

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Swiveling Lounge Barrell Back Club Chairs, C1960

$3,295 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Swiveling Lounge Barrell Back Club Chairs, C1960

By George Nelson

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous pair of barrel back swivel chairs in a dusty rose corduroy. Heavy and well designed with a

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Harvey Probber Pair of Modern Swivel Cube Occasional Lounge Club Chairs, #1461

$7,500 / set

Harvey Probber Pair of Modern Swivel Cube Occasional Lounge Club Chairs, #1461

By Harvey Probber

Located in Toledo, OH

Pair of modern swivel cube occasional chairs by Harvey Probber. Original heavy wool Knoll fabric

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Wool

Pair of Mid Century Modern Swivel Lounge Club Chairs in Tweed & Brushed Steel

$4,900 / set

Pair of Mid Century Modern Swivel Lounge Club Chairs in Tweed & Brushed Steel

By Milo Baughman, Leon Rosen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A sleek and simple pair of swivel barrel chairs circa 1970's. These feature a neutral tweed fabric

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

1960's Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern Swivel Club Lounge Chairs - a Pair

$1,699

1960's Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern Swivel Club Lounge Chairs - a Pair

By Bill Stephens, Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman, Knoll

Located in Burbank, CA

Pair of vintage Mid century Modern club chairs for sale. These are from the late 1960's, and were

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Swivel Tub Chair

$2,200

Mid-Century Swivel Tub Chair

By Milo Baughman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-century modern club chair on swivel base. Wild accenting pattern fabric. Please confirm

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Milo Baughman / Harvey Probber Gliding & Swivel Barrel Back Club Chairs

$8,500 / set

Milo Baughman / Harvey Probber Gliding & Swivel Barrel Back Club Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

Very well crafted club chairs attributed to Milo Baughman or Harvey Probber. In the manner of

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Barrel Back Swivel Chairs

$1,900 / set

Mid-Century Barrel Back Swivel Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of vintage modern round club chairs with swivel action, and original stripe fabric. These make

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair Milo Baughman Style Brass Base Swivel Lounge Chairs

$3,800 / set

Pair Milo Baughman Style Brass Base Swivel Lounge Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Wayne, NJ

Pair Milo Baughman Style Brass Base Swivel Club Lounge Chairs . These do a swivel 180 turn. The

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Other

Chair-Zebra Hide Swivel

$7,425 / item

Chair-Zebra Hide Swivel

Located in New York, NY

Genuine zebra hide creates an occasional chair sure to make a statement. Each chair requires two

Category

2010s South African Club Chairs

Materials

Zebra Hide

Chair-Zebra Hide Swivel

$7,685 / item

Chair-Zebra Hide Swivel

Located in New York, NY

Genuine zebra hide creates an occasional chair sure to make a statement. Each chair requires two

Category

2010s South African Club Chairs

Materials

Zebra Hide

Mid Century Modern Pair Milo Baughman Style 180 Swivel Base Lounge Chairs

$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off

Mid Century Modern Pair Milo Baughman Style 180 Swivel Base Lounge Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Wayne, NJ

Pair Milo Baughman Style Swivel Base Club Lounge Chairs . These do a swivel 180 turn.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Tufted Barrel Back Swivel Lounge Chair Mid Century

$1,600Sale Price|20% Off

Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Tufted Barrel Back Swivel Lounge Chair Mid Century

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Wayne, NJ

Mid-Century Modern swiveling 360 and reclining rocker club chair. It has a shiny brown upholstery

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Modernist Channel-back Club Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

$9,950 / set

Modernist Channel-back Club Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Dallas, TX

Mid-Century modernist channel-back club/lounge chairs, defines upscale simplistic styling by Milo

Category

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

Materials

Velvet

Chair, Shaggy Leather Swivel in Black

$7,660

Chair, Shaggy Leather Swivel in Black

Located in New York, NY

Handcrafted in Johannesburg, South Africa with draped strips of leather, creating a glamorous and luxe look. PRODUCT INFORMATION DIMENSIONS: 30.5"W x 29.5"D x 32"H COLOR: Black...

Category

2010s South African Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Chair - Shaggy Leather Swivel in Black

$7,930 / item

Chair - Shaggy Leather Swivel in Black

Located in New York, NY

Handcrafted in Johannesburg, South Africa with draped strips of leather, creating a glamorous and luxe look. PRODUCT INFORMATION DIMENSIONS: 30.5"W x 29.5"D x 32"H COLOR: Black...

Category

2010s South African Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Chair, Shaggy Leather Swivel in Cream-Stone

$7,435 / item

Chair, Shaggy Leather Swivel in Cream-Stone

Located in New York, NY

Handcrafted in Johannesburg, South Africa with draped strips of leather, creating a glamorous and luxe look. PRODUCT INFORMATION DIMENSIONS: 30.5"W x 29.5"D x 32"H COLOR: Cream...

Category

2010s South African Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Chair - Shaggy Leather Swivel in Cream-Stone

$7,695 / item

Chair - Shaggy Leather Swivel in Cream-Stone

Located in New York, NY

Handcrafted in Johannesburg, South Africa with draped strips of leather, creating a glamorous and luxe look. PRODUCT INFORMATION DIMENSIONS: 30.5"W x 29.5"D x 32"H COLOR: Cream...

Category

2010s South African Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Handsome Harvey Probber style Swivel Barrel Back Lounge Chairs Mid-Century

$4,400Sale Price / set|20% Off

Handsome Harvey Probber style Swivel Barrel Back Lounge Chairs Mid-Century

By Harvey Probber

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Gorgeous pair of Harvey Probber style swivel Barrel back lounge chairs. These chairs retain

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Stylish Pair of Blush Pink Swivel Armchairs, 1970s

$12,750 / set

Stylish Pair of Blush Pink Swivel Armchairs, 1970s

Located in Dallas, TX

club/lounge chairs in the style of Milo Baughman, 1970s. Graceful silhouette these chairs are a classic

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Pair of Swiveling Club Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

Unavailable|~~$6,000 / set~~

Pair of Swiveling Club Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in New York, NY

A pair of swiveling club chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, with softly curving back and circular

Category

Vintage 1960s American Club Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Leather, Walnut

De Sede Ds31 Lowback Swivel Club Chair (one available)

Unavailable|~~$4,677~~

De Sede Ds31 Lowback Swivel Club Chair (one available)

By De Sede

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Exceptional lowback De Sede DS31 in cognac leather and in perfect condition. The leather is in the original condition and feels like real life can be; soft and firm, on demand we ca...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Barrel Back Swivel Club Chair by Karl Springer

Unavailable|~~$5,600 / set~~

Pair of Barrel Back Swivel Club Chair by Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

Pair of two swivel chairs by Karl Springer covered in blue silk upholstery on a brass metal base

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Swivel Chairs

1989 Teal Swivel Chairs and an ottoman

Unavailable|~~$2,850 / set~~

1989 Teal Swivel Chairs and an ottoman

Located in Staten Island, NY

2 swivel club chairs with a matching ottoman Ottoman dimensions: 20x20x17

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric

De Sede DS 31 Three Swivel Lounge Club Armchairs

Unavailable|~~$2,842~~

De Sede DS 31 Three Swivel Lounge Club Armchairs

By De Sede

Located in Liege, BE

Three comfortable swivel lounge chairs in black soft leather with whipstitch edge detail standing

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Brown Leather Club Armchairs with Dark Grain Wood Swivel Bases

Unavailable|~~$4,000 / set~~

Pair of Brown Leather Club Armchairs with Dark Grain Wood Swivel Bases

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An elegant pair of swivel chairs in leather with exotic dark grain wood bases. The leather is black

Category

Vintage 1960s American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Halo Swivel Chair, Contemporary Swivel Chair with Metal Plinth

Unavailable|~~$5,884 / item~~

Halo Swivel Chair, Contemporary Swivel Chair with Metal Plinth

By Taylor Howes Designs

Located in London, GB

Elegantly sculpted with a contemporary silhouette, this swivel chair is perfect for the dressing

Category

2010s British Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Rocco Swivel Chair

Unavailable|~~$7,100~~

Rocco Swivel Chair

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Rocco is waiting to embrace you. moulded to cup the torso with sumptuous curves and the freedom to move with ease as he turns with you.Available in all Robicara upholstery and metal ...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Metal

Jim Peed Swivel Chairs

Unavailable|~~$4,800 / set~~

Jim Peed Swivel Chairs

By Jim Peed, Hickory Manufacturing Company

Located in Baltimore, MD

Model 5105 Jim Peed for Hickory swivel chairs. Black lacquer mahogany frames with cane backs and

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Brass

Swivel Chair by Wiiliam Katavolos

Unavailable|~~$2,750~~

Swivel Chair by Wiiliam Katavolos

By William Katavolos

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Black enameled steel and leather swivel chair from the 1950's by William Katavolos

Category

Vintage 1950s American Club Chairs

Materials

Steel

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Swivel Club Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of swivel club chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique swivel club chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and upholstery. There are 271 antique and vintage swivel club chairs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Swivel club chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Swivel club chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Not every interior allows for large swivel club chairs, so small swivel club chairs measuring 18.9 inches across are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made swivel club chairs over the years, but those made by Milo Baughman, Vladimir Kagan and Thayer Coggin are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Swivel Club Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,995, while they’re typically $385 on the low end and $24,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Swivel Chairs for You

There are few pieces of furniture as functional and enjoyable as an antique or vintage swivel chair.

Ideal for home offices and cozy living rooms alike, these lovable chairs came to life thanks to none other than Thomas Jefferson. Indeed, the third president of the United States would’ve made a great interior designer, and the swivel chair that he designed, a Windsor chair that moved on window-sash parts reconfigured as rollers, supported him while he prepared the Declaration of Independence.

When choosing the right swivel chair for your space, consider functionality: If you’re going for comfort and seeking out the best swivel chairs for your living room, opt for a plush, enveloping Milo Baughman swivel chair or the equally welcoming seats designed by Vladimir Kagan or Edward Wormley. Alternatively, if your work-from-home space is limited and thoughts of the long day ahead are driving your purchase, a minimalist Industrial-style swivel chair or a brushed aluminum model from the likes of Emeco — home of the iconic Navy chair — may be your best bet.

From sculptural mid-century modern swivel chairs that will lend a bit of “pop” to your living space to practical contemporary seating, find a collection of antique, new and vintage swivel chairs on 1stDibs today.

Questions About Swivel Club Chairs

Why is a club chair called a club chair?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
A club chair is called a club chair because the accent chairs became popular in the interior décor of gentleman's clubs in France. The original name for the club chair is “fauteuil confortable," which translates to "comfortable chair." You'll find a collection of club chairs on 1stDibs.
What does a swivel chair do?
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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.
Can you stop a swivel chair from swiveling?
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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.
Are swivel chairs in style?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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.
What is the difference between a club chair and a wing chair?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
Shape is the main difference between a club chair and a wing chair. Normally, a wing chair has a tall back that wraps inwards, making it look as if a pair of wings frames the chair. Club chairs tend to be lower, boxier and flanked by wide arms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of club chairs and wing chairs.
What is the difference between a club chair and an armchair?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
There is no difference between a club chair and an armchair; a club chair is a type of armchair. An armchair is any chair with arms, while a club chair is a wide, comfortable type of armchair that is typically clad in leather and features thick upholstery. All club chairs are armchairs, but not all armchairs are club chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of club chairs.
Is a swivel on a chair a good idea?
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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?
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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.

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