Industrial Drafting Chair
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
These industrial drafting chairs can be dated in the 1970s. They have a light grey lacquered metal base and a light natural wooden round seat and back.
Metal
Vintage Industrial Adjustable Height Drafting Chair with Bentwood Seat.
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage industrial drafting chair featuring a molded wood seat and backrest mounted on a black metal frame.
Bentwood
Adjustable stool swivel side chair by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Hyères, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
eames‘ plasticchairs are omnipresent nowadays: practical, good-looking and loved by everyone. but when you’re not „everyone“ and would like to insert something special into your inte...
Metal
Kevi Drafting Stool by Jorgen Rasmussen
By Jørgen Rasmussen
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s. Fully adjustable. Made in Denmark.
Wood
Oak Craftsman Swivel Architect's Drafting Stool
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This handsome, early 20th century, Arts & Crafts oak swivel architect's stool is circa 1920s. The stool features a slatted back rest, a contoured saddle seat and bentwood ring footre...
Iron
C. 1962 Herman Miller Eames Drafting Shell Chair 622NS
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Drafting Shell Chair, Model 622NS, designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller.
Steel
Industrial Adjustable Drafting Task Chair By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This industrial, drafting office task chair is by Toledo Metal Furniture Co. circa the 1960s.
Steel, Metal
Sculpted Walnut Studio Craft Drafting Stool, Signed 1978
By Sam Maloof
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Artist signed, La Bounty 1978. This artist made drafting stool is a true piece of woodworking art. Beautifully crafted out of the most gorgeously grained, solid walnut. The expert...
Walnut
Mid-Century Space Age Garden Egg Chair Senftenberg Ei by Peter Ghyczy, 1960s
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Hamburg, DE
Egg Garden Chair for a draft of Peter Ghyczy from the 60s.
Metal
Tessellated "Sylvie" Chair by Rie and Yiouri Augousti, France 1989
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Buffalo, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, primarily as a result of their use of unique materials. This “Sylvie” chair is a draft model from 1989 making i...
Sapele Wood
21st C. Custom Upholstered Queen Anne Style Wingback Chair with Nail Head Trim
By Hickory White
Located in Morristown, NJ
The high back and curved wings provide a distinctive silhouette that harkens back to 17th-century English designs intended to shield the sitter from drafts. The chair’s carved wood ...
Metal
Pair of Vintage Adjustable Toledo Chairs, c. 1950's
By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
Located in Napa, CA
Pair of adjustable Toledo Metal Furniture Co. chairs for drafting, office, or university, circa mid 20th century.
Metal
Antique Adjustable N.K. Drafting Stool / Task Chair
Located in Oakville, CT
Antique Industrial Arbetsstol (Task Chair) with Collapsible Back by Nordiska Kompaniet Workshop, Sweden Overall Dimensions: 17" deep x 16" wide Seat Height: 17" - 24" Seat Dimensi...
Metal
French Louis XVI Style Bergère Armchair, Grey Green with New Upholstery
Located in Madrid, ES
Developed to be placed in front of a fire, its particular shape is meant to keep the sitter warm by protecting them from chilling drafts. This particular chair has hand carved wooden...
Silk, Hardwood
$486Sale Price|35% Off
Italian Chrome and Formed Birch Plywood Artist Drafting Work Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Circa 1970. This chair has some wear from use. The swivel functions perfectly.
Chrome
Vintage Industrial Toledo Metal Co Steel & Wood Adjustable Drafting Stool Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Industrial Toledo Metal Co Steel and Wooden Adjustable Drafting Stool. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 44" H x 18.5" W x 18.5" D x Seat height: 28.5" - 33".
Steel
2000s Maarten Van Severen for Vitra .03 High Chair Drafting Stool
By Vitra, Maarten van Severen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
It can be utilized as a high desk chair, or as a drafting stool. The seat and backrest shell are made of polyurethane foam to support the body when sitting.
Steel
Vintage Industrial Steel Metal Drafting Work Stools Chairs - Group Set of 6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Group Lot of Six Vintage Industrial Steel Metal Drafting Work Stool Chairs. Listing includes 6 various industrial steel metal work stools, some with adjustable backrests and height, ...
Metal
Vintage adjustable architect's swivel drafting stool
Located in Zemst, BE
Vintage adjustable architect's swivel drafting stool Swivel chair or stool made in full beech wood.
Beech
Modern Bar Stool by Jorgen Rasmussen for Kevi
By Kevi, Jørgen Rasmussen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jørgen Rasmussen for Kevi. Adjustable drafting stool, studio chair, or high desk seat is characteristic of mid-century Danish and Scandinavian design.
Steel, Chrome
19th Century English Georgian Style Tufted Green Leather Armchair
Located in Queens, NY
English Georgian style draft arm chair upholstered in tufted green leather with hood above wings & a seat over 2 doors (late 19th/early 20th Cent) Antique condition with light s...
Leather
Vintage Italian Postmodern Tomo Parete Sconce by Toshiyuki Kita, 1980s
By Toshiyuki Kita
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodernism wall lamp by Luci Italia, designed by the Japanese designer Toshiyuki Kita from the 80s. Kita, the draft for the known Wink chair comes. The lamp is completely decorat...
Metal
Industrial 1950's Drafting Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique pair of industrial drafting chairs. Seat height can be raised.
Metal
Robert Whitton Prototype Foldable Drafting Chair
By Robert Whitton
Located in Phoenix, AZ
This Robert Whitton prototype chair, crafted entirely from aluminum, is a striking piece of usable art, blurring the lines between sculpture and functional furniture. Designed in the...
Aluminum
Robert Whitton Prototype Foldable Drafting Chair
By Robert Whitton
Located in Phoenix, AZ
This Robert Whitton prototype chair, crafted entirely from aluminum, is a striking piece of usable art, blurring the lines between sculpture and functional furniture. Designed in the...
Aluminum
Robert Whitton Prototype Foldable Drafting Chair - 2 Available
By Robert Whitton
Located in Phoenix, AZ
This Robert Whitton prototype chair, crafted entirely from aluminum, is a striking piece of usable art, blurring the lines between sculpture and functional furniture. Designed in the...
Aluminum
Kevi Artist or Drafting Chair Counter Stool Outstanding Design
By Jørgen Rasmussen
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Please note: not a conventional desk chair. This piece designed for drafting, artist's easel, or other counter height work surfaces.
Teak
Unavailable
H 39.38 in W 24.41 in D 22.05 in
19th Century Draft Back Windsor Chair in Beech, Ash and with an Elm Seat
Located in Salisbury, GB
An early 19th century draft-back Windsor chair constructed in beech, ash and with an elm seat, circa 1820.
Ash, Beech, Elm
Unavailable
H 29 in W 37.5 in D 31 in
Wim Rietveld & Friso Kramer — Reply Drafting Desk Table and Task Chair
By Wim Rietveld, Friso Kramer
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Wim Rietveld & Friso Kramer — Reply Drafting Table and Task Chair Ahrend de Cirkel An iconic pairing from the Dutch mid-century industrial movement, this Reply drafting table by Wim ...
Steel, Enamel, Stainless Steel
Antique French Wood Drafting Table & Stool
Located in New York, NY
Vintage drafting table and chair. Sold as set. Table - 36"L x 42"W x Adjustable Height Chair - 38"H x 14"Diameter
Metal
French drafting chairs
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Adjustable drafting chairs in the style of Jean Prouve. 6 chairs available.
Pair of Vintage Adjustable Toledo Drafting Chairs
Located in Oakville, CT
Pair of Vintage Adjustable Toledo Drafting Chairs Seat Height Adjusts between 17 1/2" & 24 1/2" Seat Size: 14" x 16"
Metal
Friso Kramer drafting chair set Ahrend
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice industrial drafting chair set designed by Friso Kramer for Ahrend de Cirkel 1963.
Metal
Sold
H 31.11 in W 15.36 in D 20.87 in
Friso Kramer Drafting Chairs Ahrend de Cirkel, the Netherlands, 1960
By Friso Kramer, Ahrend de Cirkel
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Very nice industrial drafting chairs designed by Friso Kramer and manufactured by Ahrend de Cirkel, the Netherlands, 1960.
Metal
Sold
H 31.11 in W 15.36 in D 20.87 in
Friso Kramer Drafting Chair Black Ahrend de Cirkel the Netherlands 1960
By Friso Kramer, Ahrend de Cirkel
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Very nice industrial drafting chair designed by Friso Kramer and manufactured by Ahrend de Cirkel, The Netherlands 1960.
Metal
Prouve Inspired Industrial Drafting Chairs
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully aged and used, very well loved, original condition green enameled metal frames with well worn plywood seating. As is, patinated, condition. Sizes slightly vary, pieces ma...
Steel
Pair of Toledo Style Drafting Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Toledo Style Industrial Drafting Stools 16W x 17D x 37H
Metal
Friso Kramer Upholstered Industrial Drafting Chair in Red, 1960's
By Friso Kramer, Ahrend de Cirkel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century office chair by Friso Kramer for Ahrend de Cirkel. This chair has a height adjustable backrest that also pivots vertically a bit to adjust with the sitter. It is al...
Metal
Original Vintage Adjustable Toledo Bar Stool Drafting Chair
Located in Oakville, CT
Authentic original adjustable Toledo bar stool. Bent plywood seat and back, distressed military green painted steel frame. Seat ring diameter measures 18", height measures 9 1/4". Se...
Desk chair by Odelberg-Olsen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A fully adjustable swivel-seat drafting chair with a molded wood seat and backrest upholstered in brown leather on a chromed steel four-point base; Designed by Odelberg-Olsen, distri...
Chrome, Steel
Industrial Adjustable Swivel Chair By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial, swivel, drafting chair by Toledo Metal Furniture Co., circa 1940's features a muted gray green, painted metal frame that rolls on casters with maple seat and back.
Metal, Steel
Sold
H 32.68 in W 19.3 in D 19.69 in
Set of 4 Stackable S Chairs by Verner Panton for Herman Miller, 1973
By Verner Panton
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
As early as 1949-50, Panton began drafting chairs with no rear legs during his studies.
Sold
H 34 in W 16 in D 16 in
Vintage Bevco Industrial Machinist Adjustable Metal Drafting Work Stool Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Industrial Machinist Adjustable Metal Drafting Work Stool Chair. Circa Late 20th Century.
Metal
Sold
H 38 in W 14 in D 14 in
Antique American Industrial Army Green Painted Artist Drafting Stool Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Industrial Army Green Painted Artist Drafting Stool Chair. Item features solid wood round seat, army green painted metal frame, distressed finish, very nice vintage ...
Metal
Vintage American Industrial Gray Metal Drafting Stool Artist Work Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage American Industrial Gray Metal Drafting Stool Artist Work Chair. Item features adjustable height, black painted metal round seat, metal frame, distressed finish, very nice vi...
Metal
Friso Kramer Upholstered Industrial Drafting Stool
By Ahrend de Cirkel, Friso Kramer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Friso Kramer drafting stool. Newly upholstered in mustard yellow with grey enameled steel frame. Adjustable seat and back height. Frame in original condition with visible wear for it...
Metal
Friso Kramer Style Framed Drafting Stool
By Friso Kramer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Friso Kramer style drafting stool with plywood seating and enameled metal frame. Adjustable seat heat between 17.25" and 21", and back rest has adjustable travel of 4.5". In very ori...
Plywood
Friso Kramer Early Edition Drafting Stools
By Ahrend de Cirkel, Friso Kramer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early edition plywood seat and back adjustable height drafting stools. All in very original condition with visible signs of wear and enamel loss. Many have small gouges at the back/c...
Steel
Kevi Drafting Stool by Jorgen Rasmussen
By Jørgen Rasmussen
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 2000s. Fully adjustable. Made in Denmark.
Wood
Friso Kramer Style Drafting Stool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Friso style plywood drafting stool with industrial enameled metal frame and waterfall base. Very Cool! Vintage patina. Measurements taken as pictured.
Steel
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