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Cherner Task Chair White Leather and Walnut
By Norman Cherner, The Cherner Chair Company
Located in Miami, FL
task chair features solid walnut arms and white Spinneybeck leather. Reissued in exacting detail from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Vintage GF GoodForm Aluminum Task Chairs
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of vintage GF GoodForm aluminum task chairs.
Category
1960s American Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Vintage Gf GoodForm Aluminum Task Chairs
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of vintage GF GoodForm aluminum task chairs.
Category
1960s American Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Vintage GF GoodForm Aluminum Task Chairs
By General Fireproofing Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of vintage GF GoodForm aluminum task chairs.
Category
1960s American Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Industrial Bench Made "Westport" Style Factory Task Chairs, 1930s
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual handmade factory task chairs, late 1920s, early 1930s. Retain original gray painted surface
Category
1930s American Industrial Used Task Chairs
Materials
Wood
Early 1920s Shaw Walker Industrial All Aluminium Task Chairs
By Shaw Walker
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early 1920s Shaw Walker Industrial painted aluminium task chairs, extremely comfortable, tilt
Category
1920s American Industrial Used Task Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Classic Antique Industrial Tilt Swivel Desk / Task Chair, Curtiss-Wright Corp
By Sikes Chair Company, Curtiss Aircraft
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Antique American Industrial Tilt Swivel desk / task chair. attributed to the Sikes Chair
Category
1930s American Industrial Used Task Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 34 in W 24 in D 18 in
Flat Steel Industrial Task Chair by Remington Rand..original , pure unmolested
By Remington Rand
Located in Buffalo, NY
Flat Steel Industrial Task Chair by Remington Rand..original , pure unmolested... Amazing original
Category
1830s American Industrial Used Task Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel
H 30 in W 16 in D 17 in
1980s Task Chair Designed by Niels Diffrient for Knoll
By Knoll, Niels Diffrient
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1980s
Very fun and bright cherry red eighties task chairs designed by Niels Diffrient for
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
1960s EST Modern Office Leather Task Chair Grafton, WI
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s by EST industrial office leather task chair
Grafton, WI
Stamped by maker
Aluminum with new
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Midcentury Ray Wilkes Chiclet Office Task Chair
By Ray Wilkes
Located in Pasadena, TX
midcentury Ray Wilkes Chiclet office tack chair
Rare version of task chair by Ray Wilkes for Herman Miller
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Executive Task Chair by Vincent Cafiero for Knoll
By Knoll, Vincent Cafiero
Located in Wilton, CT
certainly evident with this Executive Task Chair. This low-backed version of his Executive Chair design is
Category
1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Steel
1 SOHO Task Chair by Roberto Lucci & Paolo Orlandini for Knoll
By Roberto Lucci & Paolo Orlandini
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 SOHO Task chair by Roberto Lucci & Paolo Orlandini for Knoll
Ergonomical design from 1994
Category
Early 2000s North American Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Rolling Task Chair by Dunbar Furniture Company
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Fraser, MI
Please reach out for efficient shipping to your location.
Rolling executive chair by Dunbar
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Leather Aluminum Group Task Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
when lifted the chair comes off base. Does not affect function.
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Black Fabric Office or Desk Chair
Located in New York, NY
Adjustable armless black fabric task chair, with a five-caster base.
36 inches in height, 19.5
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Used Task Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
1 Ward Bennett Oak Mohair Bankers Executive Chair Bronze Base
By Ward Bennett
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 Ward Bennett oak mohair executive chair
Designed 1967
Rare version of task chair. Original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Red Jørgen Rasmussen Kevi Desk Chair
By Jørgen Rasmussen
Located in Dronten, NL
A design icon, the Kevi task chair offers adjustable height, adjustable angle back and adjustable
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Ward Bennett for Brickel and Associates Desk Conference Chair
By Ward Bennett
Located in Pasadena, TX
Associates Task Chair
Bronze 4-star swivel conference room chair in a green tweed fabric.
30 available in
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Original Labelled Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen Cream Leather "Oxford" Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in High Wycombe, GB
chair is a flexible yet comfortable task chair & it works as well in a home office or dining room as it
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 50.2 in W 23.63 in D 20.87 in
Norman Cherner for Plycraft Bentwood Swivel Chair with Cream Upholstery
By Norman Cherner, Plycraft
Located in Chicago, IL
or task chair.
Although best known for his furniture design, Norman Cherner's work included almost
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bentwood
An Original Labelled Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Cream Leather "Oxford" Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in High Wycombe, GB
chair is a flexible yet comfortable task chair & it works as well in a home office or dining room as it
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 50.2 in W 23.63 in D 20.87 in
Kevi Desk Chairs
By Fritz Hansen, Jørgen Rasmussen
Located in Dronten, NL
A design icon, the Kevi task chair offers adjustable height, adjustable angle back and adjustable
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Herman Miller Aluminum Group Management Chair by Charles Eames, c. 1965
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Belmont, MA
Eames Aluminum Group for Herman Miller Task Chair, Zeeland, Michigan, c. 1965, aluminum, leather
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
1 Ward Bennett for Brickel and Associates Bumper Desk Conference Chair
By Ward Bennett
Located in Pasadena, TX
Associates task chair
Bronze 4-star swivel conference room chair in a green tweed fabric.
10 Available
Category
Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Brass
Modern Knoll Open Up Black Leather Ergonomic Chair Designed by Mathias Seiler
By Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
The open up chair is a fully adjustable ergonomic office task chair, feature a sleek modern look
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 40 in W 27 in D 26 in
Mario Bellini Post-Modern Executive Desk Chair for Vitra, Signed and Dated 1992
By Mario Bellini, Vitra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Post Modern set of task chairs feature soft and supple black leather in excellent condition, five star
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Leather, Plastic
H 35.5 in W 24 in D 28 in
Richard Sapper for Knoll Desk Task Executive or Conference Chair - Brown Leather
By Richard Sapper, Knoll
Located in St. Louis, MO
Designer Richard Sapper for Knoll the desk chairs in rich dark brown Spinneybeck leather, fully
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 36.63 in W 24.75 in D 26.5 in
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Dark Brown Oak Series 7 Desk Task Office Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
(1) Danish Modern Design the series 7 chair on an original rolling 5 star base with Casters
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 35 in W 20 in D 20.5 in
Late 19th Century Green Arras Garden Chair
By Grassin à Arras
Located in Hastings, GB
photos. It would be a simple task to remove some of the paint to allow the chair to fold again, but we
Category
1890s French French Provincial Used Task Chairs
Materials
Iron
Memphis Chair by Javier Mariscal ''Garriris'', Black Leather, 1897
By Javier Mariscal
Located in Barcelona, ES
Garriris chair by Javier Mariscal, produced by Akaba in 1987, restored & recovered by the architect
Category
1980s Spanish Post-Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Steel
Erik Bertil Karlén Curved Easy Chair for Firma Rumsinteriör, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
. With a tremendous sense of proportion, this chair model is very comfortable and fulfils its task to
Category
1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 33.27 in W 28.15 in D 28.75 in
1941 Fully Restored Danish Hans J. Wegner Oak Dining Chair "City Hall Chair"
By Hans J. Wegner, Plan Møbler
Located in Knebel, DK
.
The design of furniture for the city hall was H.J. Wegner’s first major design task making this chair
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 33.86 in W 19.69 in D 17.33 in
Frank Lloyd Wright Lounge Chair
By Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Weesp, NL
Limited edition lounge chair designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in the 1920's for the Tokyo Imperial
Category
1920s Art Deco Used Task Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of Four Steelcase Industrial Tanker Chairs
By Steelcase
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of 4 Steelcase model 233 industrial office chairs featuring an all-steel frame with lime vinyl
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Steel
Lounge chair ear-patch model mid 20th century
Located in BARCELONA, ES
chair requires some restoration to restore it to its original splendor. However, this task adds a layer
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Edward Wormley Faceted Lounge Chair with Ottoman for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Edward Wormley Faceted Lounge Chair with Ottoman for Dunbar. A nice compact design with the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Commissioned Ilmari Tapiovaara Lounge Chairs, Merivaara 1950s
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Helsinki, FI
Army, a challenging task given that only local wood could be used, and no nails or screws were
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
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H 83 in W 72 in D 87 in
Danish Modern Lounge Chairs in Brown Cowhide, Denmark 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
is without a doubt a difficult task, however these chairs manage to encapsulate both ideals. From the
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Cowhide, Wood
Rare English Victorian Mahogany Reclining Library Chair, circa 1840
Located in Salisbury, GB
This rare Victorian mahogany reclining library chair was made circa 1840.
The mahogany frame
Category
1830s English Victorian Used Task Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Danish Black Leather Swivel Chair from Berg Furniture, Denmark 1970s
By Berg Furniture
Located in Lambertville, NJ
and comfort are a main tasks of Berg Furniture, Danish manufactory established in 1974. This armchair
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Antique Western African Stargazer Chairs done in hand-carved wood, 1890s
Located in Beograd, RS
continent, between Nigeria and Ivory Coast. Chairs feature human figures engaged in rural tasks - fishing
Category
1890s Nigerian Tribal Used Task Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 29.93 in W 13.78 in D 27.56 in
Mid-Century Modern Dialogue HBF Swivel Lounge Chair in White Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
lounge chair features an integral task surface on the arm. Addressing today’s need for a readily
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Steel
“Moleca” Lounge Chair with Stool in Hardwood & Leather, Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Sergio Rodrigues designed in 1959 is absolutely gorgeous!
The "Moleca'' lounge chair is a remarkable
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood, Wood
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H 29.9 in W 39.4 in D 37.4 in
Gajanan Upadhyay, Slipper Chairs, Rattan, Teak, Velvet, NID, India, c. 1964
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of rare and possibly unique slipper chairs / lounge chairs. Produced for the Ford Foundation
Category
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Rattan, Teak
H 30.5 in W 24 in D 32 in
Mid-Century “Gamla Berlin” Easy Chair by Carl Malmsten, Sweden 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
its task to “serve well” and last for lifetimes. This Gamla, or Old Berlin chair stands out for the
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
H 31.11 in W 24.41 in D 29.34 in
Steel Tube Chair Designed by Sven Markelius for Ds Staal Sweden, 1930s
By Sven Markelius, DS Stålrörsmöbler
Located in Valby, 84
Rare and important Steel tube side chair designed by Sven Markelius for DS Staal in Sweden in the
Category
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 32.49 in W 15.36 in D 22.45 in
Vintage Dialogue Wing Lounge Chair by HBF in White Leather, c. 1990's
By HBF
Located in Deland, FL
lounge chair features an integral task surface on the arms. Addressing today’s need for a readily
Category
1990s American Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Leather
Rare "Eared" Lounge Chair by Bengt Ruda for Artifort, The Netherlands, 1960s
By Artifort, Bengt Ruda
Located in Utrecht, NL
appreciation of cosy, individual design. While without a doubt a difficult task, this lounge chair model
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 39.38 in W 29.53 in D 35.44 in
Set of 6 Chippendale Period Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An Exceptionally Good Quality Set Of Six, 18th century, Chippendale Period Mahogany Dining Chairs
Category
Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Used Task Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Chair Beaubourg, Michel Cadestin & Georges Laurent for the Centre Pompidou
By Georges Laurent, Michel Cadestin
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
a chair from the house of many names: in germany usually called „centre pompidou“, among the french
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Metal
Braided Leather & Teak 'Näyttely' Chairs by Carl Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs
By O.Y.Huonekalu, Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Utrecht, NL
Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs in 1955 for Finnish embassies. A task with a lot of significance, because the chair
Category
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 32.29 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
Early English Queen Anne Style Red & Gilt Chinoiserie Dining Chairs -S/10
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a fabulous set of English Queen Anne style chinoiserie dining chairs.Each one is hand
Category
Mid-20th Century English Queen Anne Used Task Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
14 Mid Century Italian Dining Chairs, By Gio Ponti - Wood And Blue Leather -
By Gio Ponti, Cassina
Located in Milano, IT
leather upholstery. Sourcing such a big set is no easy task at all: having this number of chairs, all of
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Walnut
H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 18.51 in
Scoop Dining Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in Caribbean 'Aqua' Color
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Southampton, NJ
A stunning set of Milo Baughman Scoop dining chairs newly reupholstered in high-end Arc-Com
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 33 in W 19 in D 21 in
1 Stylex Sava Conference Chair 6 Available
By Stylex
Located in Pasadena, TX
Stylex Sava conference chair
Designed by award-winning architect Sava Cvek and backed by more
Category
Early 2000s North American Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Drafting Stool Model 77 S of the 70 Series OG Leather
By Knoll
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
completing tasks. The stool was designed specifically for the General Motors Technical Center project located
Category
1950s American Used Task Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 38 in W 19.5 in D 21.5 in
Adolf Relling & Frederik Kayser "Kaminstolen" for Arnestad Bruk, Norway, 1940s
By Fredrik A. Kayser, Adolf Relling
Located in Utrecht, NL
“fireplace or stove chair”. Besides the unique look, these chairs’ manufacturer is also noteworthy as many of
Category
1940s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 28.55 in W 27.17 in D 23.23 in
Multi Adjustable Tilt and Swivel Herman Miller Aeron Classic Office Desk Chair
By Herman Miller, Don Chadwick
Located in Ferndale, MI
Designed by Bill Stumpf and Don Chadwick for Herman Miller . Aeron chair revolutionized office
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 35.5 in W 29 in D 20 in
'PK-11' Armchairs by Poul Kjærholm for EKC, Set of Six, Denmark c. 1957, Signed
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
opinion, these are perfect examples.
And lastly, finding a set of six of these is not an easy task. They
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Task Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 28.25 in W 25 in D 26.75 in
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Used Task Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of used task chairs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, fabric and aluminum, all used task chairs available were constructed with great care. Used task chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Used task chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Used task chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by General Fireproofing Company, Herman Miller and Knoll are consistently popular.
How Much are Used Task Chairs?
Used task chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $950, while the lowest priced sells for $275 and the highest can go for as much as $6,583.
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 Used Task Chairs
- What is a task light used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Task lighting is used for seeing small or low-contrast objects. It provides extra lighting for specific tasks in a room that may already have some ambient lighting. Task lighting includes table lamps, desk lamps and other practical fixtures. It can be used for a variety of activities such as reading, writing, working, cooking, and applying makeup. Shop a range of antique and vintage task lighting fixtures on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022A director’s chair is stereotypically associated with movie directors. The lightweight chair has scissored legs, can often be folded for ease of transport or storage and is a popular silhouette for camping chairs. Shop an assortment of director chair styles on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Slipper chairs were used by women from royal families as well as by members of society’s upper class. They would sit on these chairs placed in their bedrooms while domestic servants helped them put on the shoes. Now the slipper chair is a medium to large upholstered occasional chair that lacks arms and sits low to the ground. It is a very common piece of furniture to have. 1stDibs offers a collection of slipper chairs to choose from.
- What plastic is used for chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A common plastic used in chairs is thermoplastic polypropylene injected into a mold. Because of its strength and durability, thermoplastic polypropylene is a great material and it doesn't present the risk of breaking or a furnishing losing its shape. This type of plastic is good for chairs that might undergo heavy wear.
- What is a wing chair used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A wing chair is another name for a wingback chair, which features long armchair protrusions that were initially designed to shield the chair’s occupant from the drafts and intense heat radiating from a fireplace. It has a long backrest with sides at the top that point out like wings. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique and vintage wingback chairs.
- What is a sedan chair used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A sedan chair was used in the past for transporting a passenger through the streets of the city. It is a covered cabin that was carried on poles by two people.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A lambing chair is a refined piece of antique furniture. It is a boxy type of wood armchair that is rarely upholstered. It can be utilized as a seating arrangement in offices, homes and other types of environments should space allow for it. Its wooden box armchair-like appearance is quite eye-catching. Find a wide collection of unique lambing chairs on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Accent chairs are single-seat chairs that are used not only as an additional seating space, but also to add visual interest to a room. They are designed to be a focal point in a room — perhaps the color of the upholstery is offbeat or unconventional, perhaps the frame is especially ornate. These chairs are seating pieces that have a role beyond just their basic function. Find a collection of antique and vintage accent chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A corner chair is designed to fit into the corner of a room and be pulled out when additional seating is needed. Some corner chairs were also used at desks because they allowed more freedom of movement for the sitter. Corner chairs were also called roundabout chairs, smoking chairs, barber’s chairs, writing chairs and desk chairs. Shop a collection of corner chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The white Eames lounge chair is the currently featured chair of the hosts (sharks) on the television show Shark Tank. This iconic chair was first designed by Charles and Ray Eames for the Herman Miller furniture company and was released in 1956. Created for a high-end market, these chairs have been a part of the New York’s Museum of Modern Art and are acclaimed worldwide. Find a collection of expertly vetted Eames furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Can I use Eiffel chairs outside?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, you can indeed use Eiffel chairs outside. Its molded plastic seat and durable frame make this gorgeous chair an excellent addition for your outdoor seating needs. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Eiffel chairs from some of the top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023There are many kinds of furniture you can use instead of accent chairs. Depending on the style of your room, a cushioned dining chair or desk chair may work to provide extra seating. You can also introduce a second sofa or a loveseat. Large ottomans may also double as seating. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of chairs and other seating options.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, accent chairs are meant to be used. Although they enhance the appearance of a space, accent chairs can also serve as comfortable seats. In fact, many of the most iconic accent chairs like Charles and Ray Eames' Eames lounge chair and Arne Jacobsen's Egg chair were designed to both please the eye and comfortably support the contours of the human body. Explore a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Panton chairs can be used outdoors. Crafted with molded plastic, the Panton chair can be stacked and can withstand the snow, rain and other weather elements. Designed by Verner Panton, this classic chair is widely loved by home decor enthusiasts and can be found through a variety of authorized retailers, including 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022You can buy used Herman Miller chairs from many sources. One option is to purchase from a local seller or from a vintage shop or auction house. Many online platforms, including 1stDibs, offer gently-used Herman Miller chairs, as well. Buying from a reputable store or platform can help to ensure that you receive an authentic chair. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Herman Miller chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, you can use a lounge chair in a living room. In fact, the chairs are especially well-suited to use in living rooms. After all, the purpose of a lounge chair is to allow you to lean back and relax, and many people retire to their living rooms to unwind at the end of the day. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage lounge chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Eero Saarinen’s famed pedestal chairs, although streamlined in appearance, are crafted with a variety of materials from aluminum and molded fiberglass to the plastic-bonded finish. You can shop a selection of Eero Saarinen pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Riotous Shapes and Colors Have Made Uchronia’s Designs the Toast of Paris
Julien Sebban’s energetic design collective is radically reshaping the look of 21st-century European furniture and interiors.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
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