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Klismos Chair
Located in Banbury, GB
century BC. The design was then resurrected in the English Regency period. The Klismos chair has four
Category
2010s English Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Antique 18th Century Large Gustavian Klismos Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Antique 18th century Gustavian Klismos chair. This design was developed by the Greeks in the 5th
Category
Antique 18th Century Gustavian Chairs
Materials
Wood
Klismos Chair, Italy 1970s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Lambertville, NJ
century BC. The design was then resurrected in the English Regency period. The Klismos chair has four
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
" Klismos"chair, 19th century
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
"Klismos" chair
Mahogany,
Of unusual design, the chair has a curved back attached to the seat by a
Category
Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Chairs
Materials
Wood
Elegant Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Klismos Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
The iconic Klismos chair is renowned for its historical importance, sleek lines and eye-catching
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Klismos Chairs
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
century, the Klismos chair has four curving splayed legs and curved back rail with a narrow concave back
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Contemporary Klismos Chair in Stainless Steel and Fine Leather Seat Mesh
Located in San Francisco, CA
We know about klismos chairs thanks to ancient Greek art, but how did this forgotten furniture item
Category
Early 2000s American Classical Greek Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of 19th Century Klismos Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A pair 19th century Danish Klismos chairs. Collected in Copenhagen elegant pair of late 19th
Category
Antique 19th Century Danish Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Johnathan Sainsbury Set of 8 Egyptian Style Dining Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Jonathan Sainsbury
Located in Brooklyn, NY
was then resurrected in the English Regency period. The Klismos chair has four curving splayed legs
Category
2010s English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis Klismos Chairs in Walnut with Leather Thongs
By Saridis, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St. Louis, MO
Single T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Klismos chair for Saridis of Athens, Greece in Greek walnut and
Category
Vintage 1960s Greek Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 35 in W 20.5 in D 21 in
Klismos black chair
By Pescetta
Located in IT
Classic and elegant Klismos customizable dining chairs with saber legs, black lacquered wood and
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Contemporary Iron Klismos Chair
By Tara Shaw Maison
Located in New Orleans, LA
The classic iron klismos chair from the Tara Shaw Maison collection is adorned with palm frond
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Chairs
Materials
Iron
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb Saber Leg Cocktail Side Tables 1957 - a Pair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Forest Grove, PA
1957. Banded and book matched tops. The graceful saber legs are reminiscent of the Klismos chair.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Mahogany
H 22.5 in W 32 in D 32 in
Pair of Regency Klismos Chairs
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
A very chic Regency period pair of 'Klismos' chairs with Greek key decoration to the backs
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Kriess Klismo Chairs
By Kreiss
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Pleased to offer this great set of 4 Klismos chairs. This classic dining chairs are in great shape
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Birch
Blanchard Bergere Klismos Library Chair
Located in Banbury, GB
An exceptional Regency mahogany double sabre leg bergere lions head library armchair. The chair
Category
2010s English Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Saber Leg Coffee Table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dorchester, MA
legs, reminiscent of the Klismos chair.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Regency Painted Klismos Chairs
By Thomas Hope
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of bronze-painted and gilt side chairs of Klismos form
English, circa 1825.
Why we
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Austrian Biedermeier Klismos Chair '1830'
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Biedermeier Klismos side chair of European beechwood and mahogany veneers. The seat is upholstered
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Side Chairs
Materials
Brass
Silver Woven Leather Saber Legs Klismos Chairs
Located in IT
Klismos customizable dining chairs with saber legs, silver lacquered wood and black woven leather
Category
2010s Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Wood
Regency Klismos Hall Chair, Possibly by Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
its subtle decoration is inspired by ancient Greek Klismos chairs – the design introduced around 2500
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Fine Quality Chrome Klismos Style Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine polished chrome klismos style chair with heavy construction. With the elegant and classic
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Klismos Dining Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern Dining Chair, for a fresh interpretation on a low, modern klismos chair, this silhouette
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Golden Woven Leather Saber Legs Klismos Style Chairs
Located in IT
Klismos customizable dining chairs with saber legs, golden lacquered wood and black woven leather
Category
2010s Chairs
Materials
Wood
Modern Pair of Stylized Klismos Lounge Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
take on a classic slipper chair featuring low-slug Klismos form that envelops and hugs the sitter
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
A Pair of Klismos Chairs, Attributed to George Oakley - Eight Chairs Available
By George Oakley
Located in London, GB
An exceptional pair of Regency period chairs, of well-shaped 'Klismos' outline and rare generous
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 35 in W 20 in D 21.25 in
Vintage Baker Klismos Chairs with leather Strapping, set of four
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Wichita, KS
These beautiful and hard to find Baker Klismos chairs are in a class of their own. Vintage and in
Category
Late 20th Century American Empire Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Ebonized Leather Rope Klismos Chairs After Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic pair of large klismos chairs featuring a dramatic ebonized black lacquer finish and
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mid Century Metal Art Klismos Patio Chair Set
By Thinline
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Beautiful set of 4 Klismos chairs by the southern California firm Thinline.
These look barely used
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Metal
Black Woven Leather Seat Walnut Saber Legs Klismos Chairs Customizable
By Pescetta
Located in IT
Klismos customizable dining chairs with saber legs, black lacquered wood and black woven leather
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Black Velvet Dining Chairs, Customizable
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in IT
Klismos walnut wood customizable dining chairs Italian production, black velvet upholstery. Other
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cotton, Nutwood, Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Leather Seats Saber Legs Dining Chairs, Customizable
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in IT
Klismos customizable chairs with saber legs, natural wood shiny finishing and leather seats with
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cotton, Nutwood, Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Black Velvet Dining Chairs, Customizable
Located in IT
Klismos walnut wood customizable dining chairs Italian production, black velvet upholstery capitone
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Set of 4 Klismos-Style Chairs
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Two chairs and two armchairs. Original cognac-coloured leather seats with fine gold embossed frieze
Category
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Exquisite Klismos Chair in Blue/Gray Shagreen with Brass Sabots 1980s
By Maitland Smith
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully crafted Klismos chair in blue/gray shagreen with polished brass sabots by Maitland
Category
Vintage 1980s Philippine Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Eight Italian Made Klismos Chairs
Located in Toronto, ON
These generous classic klismos chairs are timeless beauties that have come directly from a movie
Category
2010s Italian Egyptian Revival Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Klismos Style Side Chairs
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Late 18th Century Italian neoclassical Klismos Style side chairs
Exceptional pair of dark
Category
Antique 1780s Italian Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Giltwood, Wood
H 32.68 in W 18.51 in D 17.72 in
Customizable Black Woven Leather Saber Legs Klismos Chairs Other Colors Possible
Located in IT
Klismos customizable dining chairs with saber legs, black lacquered wood and black woven leather
Category
2010s Italian Classical Greek Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Pair of Polished Brass Klismos Chairs with Snake Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of modern polished brass Klismos chairs with curved back, woven leather strapping and snake
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Side Chairs
Materials
Brass
Klismos Black Wood Black Leather Seats Saber Legs Customizable Dining Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in IT
Klismos customizable chairs with saber legs, black lacquered wood and black leather seats capitonnè
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cotton, Nutwood, Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Shiny Walnut Wood Saber Legs Brown Leather Dining Chairs Customizable
Located in IT
From the collection of Customizable Klismos Chairs, Pescetta here presents a chair with saber legs
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Pair Baker Furniture Regency Dining Chairs with Klismos Legs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Fort Washington, MD
this fabulous new genre, as in the Greek Klismos inspired saber legs of these chairs paired with the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Black Woven Leather Seat Walnut Saber Legs Klismos Dining Chairs Customizable
Located in IT
Klismos customizable dining chairs with saber legs, black lacquered wood and black woven leather
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 28.35 in
Klismos Saber Legs White Shabby Chairs Customizable Upholstery Set of 4
Located in IT
Klismos customizable dining chairs with saber legs, white shabby look. Available in other colors
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Saber Legs White Shabby Chairs Customizable Eco Cow Fur Upholstery
Located in IT
Klismos customizable dining chairs with saber legs, white shabby look and eco fur seats. Available
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Customizable White Leather Seats Dining Chairs
Located in IT
Klismos walnut wood customizable dining chairs Italian production, white ivory color leather
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Saber Legs White Shabby Chairs Customizable Upholstery Set of 10
Located in IT
Klismos Customizable dining chairs with saber legs, White Shabby Look. Available in other colors
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Saber Legs White Shabby Chairs Customizable Upholstery Set of 12
Located in IT
Klismos Customizable dining chairs with saber legs, White Shabby Look. Available in other colors
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Saber Legs White Shabby Chairs Customizable Upholstery Set of 6
Located in IT
Klismos Customizable Dining Chairs with saber legs, White Shabby Look. Available in other colors
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Saber Legs White Shabby Look Chairs Customizable Colors and Upholstery
Located in IT
Klismos Customizable Dining Chairs with saber legs, White Shabby Look. Available in other colors
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Saber Legs White Shabby Chairs Customizable Upholstery Set of 8
Located in IT
Klismos Customizable dining chairs with saber legs, White Shabby Look. Available in other colors
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Saber Legs White Shabby Chairs Customizable Upholstery Set of 2
Located in IT
Klismos Customizable Dining Chairs with saber legs, White Shabby Look. Available in other colors
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Customizable Red Velvet Seats Dining Chairs
Located in IT
Klismos walnut wood customizable dining chairs Italian production, wine red velvet upholstery
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
18th C Italian Klismos Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Houston, TX
18th C Italian Klismos Chairs set of 10. Concave backrest with curved legs (Klismos). The Klismos
Category
Antique 1750s French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Klismos Style Walnut Dining Chairs Set of 4
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 Klismos Style Solid Walnut Dining Chairs. The chairs have cushioned seats, original
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Black Velvet Chairs, Customizable Set of 4
Located in IT
Klismos walnut wood customizable dining chairs Italian production, black velvet upholstery capitone
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Walnut Wood Saber Legs Black Velvet Chairs, Customizable Set of 6
Located in IT
Klismos walnut wood customizable dining chairs Italian production, black velvet upholstery capitone
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Shiny Walnut Saber Legs Brown Leather Chairs Customizable Set of 4
Located in IT
From the collection of Customizable Klismos Chairs, Pescetta here presents a chair with saber legs
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Shiny Walnut Saber Legs Brown Leather Chairs Customizable Set of 12
Located in IT
From the collection of Customizable Klismos Chairs, Pescetta here presents a chair with saber legs
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
Klismos Shiny Walnut Saber Legs Brown Leather Chairs Customizable Set of 6
Located in IT
From the collection of Customizable Klismos Chairs, Pescetta here presents a chair with saber legs
Category
2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in
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The Klismos Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal the klismos chair for your home. A the klismos chair — often made from wood, fabric and walnut — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a the klismos chair, we have 792 options in-stock, while there are 96 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the the klismos chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each the klismos chair bearing mid-century modern, Regency or neoclassical hallmarks is very popular. A well-made the klismos chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Baker Furniture Company and Widdicomb Furniture Co. are consistently popular.
How Much is a The Klismos Chair?
Prices for a the klismos chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $200 and can go as high as $240,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,500.
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.
Questions About The Klismos Chair
- Who made the klismos chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The ancient Greeks made the first klismos chairs. During the Neoclassical period in Europe, the chairs gained popularity again, and many 18th-century designers created seating based on the original klismos design, including Thomas Hope, Georges Jacob and Benjamin Henry Latrobe. Find a range of klismos chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell if a chair is an Eames chair, take a look under the seat or cushion. Authentic Eames lounge chairs are manufactured by Herman Miller and Vitra. If your Eames chair is a Herman Miller original, look for the legendary manufacturer’s specific logomarks on the product (these logomarks can be found on the company’s official website). There is also the manufacturing label, which is usually found under the seat or cushion (unless a former owner removed it). All of the classic Herman Miller designs are paired with a certificate of authenticity. Some designs may also have a medallion attached to certify their authenticity. You can then check trusted online resources to determine if the information on the label is correct for the style of chair (and more info on its construction is available on the official Eames website). You won’t see screws outside of the wood shells on an authentic Eames lounge chair, and prior to the 1970s, original vintage Eames lounge chairs were made with no more than five layers of plywood (during the 1970s, the chairs were made with seven layers). Find a variety of authentic Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The difference between an Adirondack chair and a Muskoka chair can be easily explained in that garden armchairs are called Adirondack in the USA and Muskoka in Canada. While they both have short legs, bent reclining seats, wide armrests and high backs, the Adirondack chair is 2 inches higher from the floor and 2 inches wider. The Adirondack chair uses a flat yoke at the back while Muskoka might use curved yokes. Shop for an Adirondack chair or Muskoka chair on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between a side chair and a Parsons chair is style. A side chair is a very commonly used dining chair. The form of a side chair may vary, but the constant is the lack of armrests to keep hands free for eating and to save space at the table. A Parsons chair is a type of side chair that features upholstery on the seat and back. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The difference between a task chair and an executive chair is that most task chairs will have adjustable seat height as well as swivel and tilt functions. Task chairs are lightweight and mobile but are not intended for long periods of continuous use. Executive chairs are meant to be more comfortable and are usually designed with high backrests. An executive chair is intended for long periods of use compared to a task chair, which in some cases may be armless and isn’t going to provide the premium comfort that can be expected from an executive chair. Task chairs are also typically less expensive than executive chairs. Find a variety of antique, modern and contemporary task chairs and executive chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair comes down to usage. An occasional chair is a decorative chair that is placed in a room for its look rather than to function as an everyday seating solution. As a result, occasional chairs may be used infrequently. An accent chair is any decorative chair placed in a seating area. They can be used only occasionally or on a daily basis. Explore a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a Selig chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A Selig chair is a chair imported by or produced by Selig, an American furniture company. Selig created Danish-inspired chairs, sofas and other furnishings for the home that were cutting-edge, contemporary and airy. The brand was also among the first to introduce Scandinavian and European modern styles to Americans in the 1950s and 60s. The company imported and manufactured furniture known for its extraordinary design and style using high-quality, enduring and seductive materials. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Selig chairs.
- What are timeless chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Timeless chairs are generally furnishings that are considered iconic designs and remain in demand year after year. These are objects that have been produced in multiples and have earned landmark status in design history. Examples of timeless chairs include the Eames lounge chair by Charles and Ray Eames, the Wishbone chair by Hans J. Wegner, the Egg chair by Arne Jacobsen and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. Find a variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is an angel chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023An angel chair can refer to one of two kinds of chairs. The first is a piece created by Fratelli Boffi, featuring a gold leaf-finished wood frame that has a curvy shape similar to angel wings. Another angel chair is a design by Brazilian artist Alê Jordão. Made from repurposed Volkswagen Beetle car parts painted silver, the chair features a dramatically curved back resembling angel wings. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- What does a swivel chair do?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024A 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.
- What is a Cromwell chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Cromwell chair was a style of chair popular during the Puritan period. The chair features a leather back and seat and is finished with studded brass-headed nails. You’ll find a variety of antique and vintage furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is a carver chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 5, 2020
A carver chair is a dining chair with arms. It is sometimes called an elbow chair. Vintage carver chairs were often made in pairs as a part of a set of dining chairs. Reproductions of antique carver chairs are also very popular.
- What is a cab chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Cab chair is a furniture design created by Mario Bellini for the furniture company Cassina. He unveiled the chair in 1977, and it has remained popular since. Its design consists of a tubular steel frame and a cover made of stretched leather. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Mario Bellini Cab chairs.
- What is a bistro chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A bistro chair is a versatile chair that can be used in cafes, restaurants, bars and even residential homes all around the world. Find a variety of antique and vintage bistro chairs on 1stDibs today.
- What is a barrel chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Barrel chairs are accent chairs that feature a curved back shaped like half of a barrel. In some cases, the back slopes down at the sides to form arms. Other pieces are armless or have separate rolled arms at the sides. You'll find a variety of barrel chairs on 1stDibs.
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