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Low Slung Vintage Swivel Chair in New Fur
Located in Stamford, CT
Low Slung Vintage Swivel chair in New Fur on a Chrome Base. Seat height: 14.5 in
Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Three Vintage Swiveling Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 3 Vintage Swiveling chairs by Eames for Herman Miller. One black, one gray and one dark
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Three Vintage Swiveling Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 3 Vintage Swiveling Chairs by Eames for Herman Miller. One black, one gray and one dark
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage Swivel chair by Holly Hunt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W37 D37 H31 SW23 SD24 SH18 AH22 Large vintage swivel chair by Holly Hunt in nubuck leather. Item
Category

1990s Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage Swivel chair by Holly Hunt
Vintage Swivel chair by Holly Hunt
H 31 in W 37 in D 37 in
Pair of Vintage Swivel Chairs by Zanotta
By Zanotta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of vintage "Yuki" leather lounge chairs over solid steel swivel base by Christophe Pillet for
Category

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

Materials

Steel

Hans J. Wegner Style Vintage Swivel Chair Reupholstered with New Sheepskin 1940s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Hans J. Wegner style Vintage Danish swivel chair/office chair. The teak armrests are upholstred
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Danish style vintage swivel chair, upholstered in in Dark Brown Faux leather, 19
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Danish style vintage swivel chair, upholstered in in Dark Brown Faux leather, teak star fish style
Category

Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Vintage DoMore Office Swivel Chair Upholstered in White Faux Shearling
Located in Wilton, CT
Vintage DoMore office swivel chair upholstered in white faux shearling. The white faux shearling
Category

Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Swivel Chairs

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Italian Vintage Office or Desk Swivel Chair
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage swivel chair not adjustable in height with star-shaped base. Ideal in the office to receive
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Italian Vintage Office or Desk Swivel Chair
Italian Vintage Office or Desk Swivel Chair
H 33.27 in W 22.33 in D 17.33 in
20th Century Danish Vintage Beech Wood Hand Carved Geometrical Swivel Chairs
Located in Sofia, BG
20th Century Danish vintage swivel chairs hand carved of beech wood with square seats. Very good
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Swivel Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Striped Channel Back Swivel Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of vintage swivel chairs, circa 1950s. Great shape and design, good structural condition
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Office Swivel Chairs or Stool by Kovona, 1980s
By Kovona
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This vintage swivel chair or stool was made by Kovona company in the 1980s. Fully functional
Category

Vintage 1980s Czech Industrial Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Metal, Iron

Weiman "Nautilus" Swivel Chairs, a Pair
By Weiman
Located in Medina, OH
Beautiful pair of vintage swivel chairs from Weiman Furniture Co., circa 1970s. Both chairs have
Category

Vintage 1970s American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Suede, Fabric

Weiman "Nautilus" Swivel Chairs, a Pair
Weiman "Nautilus" Swivel Chairs, a Pair
H 29.5 in W 35 in D 35.5 in
Set of Swivel Lounge Chairs in Olive Green Silk, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
A timeless duo of vintage swivel chairs inspired by the iconic style of Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Category

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

Materials

Silk, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs, Kidney-Shape, White Boucle
Located in Stamford, CT
form kidney shaped vintage swivel chairs. These chairs are in the manner of Vladimir Kagan's iconic
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Vintage Swivel Chair by Rudolf Wolf for Rohé Noordwolde, 1960s
By Hans Rudolf Hentschel, Rohe Noordwolde
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Vintage black skai high back lounge/swivel chair with a chrome base designed by Rudolf Wolf for
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage "Cloud" Swivel Chair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage suede "cloud" chair designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1970s. This beautiful chair
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Suede, Fabric

Vintage "Cloud" Swivel Chair
Vintage "Cloud" Swivel Chair
H 26.5 in W 40 in D 38 in
Vintage Upholstered Swivel Office Chair
Located in Matosinhos, 13
A robust vintage swivel office chair, found by Ding Dong and re-upholstered in Le Manach fabric
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Upholstered Swivel Office Chair
Vintage Upholstered Swivel Office Chair
H 35.44 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in
Vintage Modern Swivel Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Unique vintage modern design includes swivel base and comfortable angular seat back. Perfect side chair
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage Modern Swivel Lounge Chair
Vintage Modern Swivel Lounge Chair
H 40 in W 31 in D 30 in
Vintage Velvet "Barrel" Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Monteverdi-Young
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage velvet “barrel” swivel lounge chairs in style of Monteverdi Young, circa 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood, Lacquer

Vintage R Huber Teak Swivel Chair
Located in Toronto, CA
Deeply captivating R Huber swivel chair with teak base. A cousin of the R Huber scoop, this
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Teak

Vintage R Huber Teak Swivel Chair
Vintage R Huber Teak Swivel Chair
H 39 in W 32 in D 30 in
Vintage Channel Back Swivel Lounge Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful vintage Channel back swivel lounge chairs designed and manufactured in the United States
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Channeled Back Swivel Lounge Chair
Located in North York, ON
Vintage Channeled back Swivel lounge chair. America, circa 1970’s. Fully restored with a pale
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Vintage Boho Thomasville Metallic Jacquard Swivel Chairs
Located in west palm beach, FL
Transform your living space with our Vintage Boho Thomasville Metallic Jacquard Swivel Chairs
Category

Late 20th Century North American American Classical Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Boho Ikat Swivel Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A stunning pair of vintage Boho swivel chairs. Gorgeous Ikat upholstery in excellent condition
Category

Late 20th Century American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Boho Ikat Swivel Chairs - a Pair
Vintage Boho Ikat Swivel Chairs - a Pair
H 27 in W 31.5 in D 20.5 in
Vintage Walnut Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful vintage walnut swivel lounge chairs by Directional from the United States, circa 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Vintage Michael Wolk Swivel Chairs, a pair
By Michael Wolk, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Roanoke, VA
Iconic “Miami” swivel chairs designed by Michael Wolk. Sculptural, comfortable, and so chic
Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Textile

Pair of Vintage Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely pair of vintage Vladimir Kagan swivel chairs on castors. These chairs feature chrome
Category

20th Century American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Vintage 1980's Swivel Bucket Lounge Chair
Located in Doylestown, PA
Handsome vintage 1980's Naugahyde swivel bucket lounge chair on a black metal base. Well made and
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde

Jim Peed for Hickory Model 5105 Mid Century Mahogany Swivel Chairs - Pair
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company, Jim Peed
Located in Countryside, IL
Jim Peed for Hickory Model 5105 Mid Century Mahogany Swivel Chairs - Pair Each swivel chair
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Large Vintage Leather Swivel Chair and Ottoman
Located in Tourcoing, FR
This leather swivel chair and ottoman has a nice patina, and the cushions are stuffed with goose
Category

Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage On the Swivel Club Chair, 1960s, Denmark
Located in San Francisco, CA
Relax and enjoy your favorite beverage in this super comfortable swivel chair made in Denmark of
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

1970s, Vintage Scandinavian swivel chair, velour, original condition.
Located in Tarm, 82
1970s, Scandinavian design. Swivel chair five-star base. Dark brown velour. Original very good
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage Swedish Mid-Century Leather Swivel Arm Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
Handsome vintage swivel armchair from Sweden, c. 1960. Newly restored and reupholstered in high
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1980s Vintage Wood Rustic Swivel Chairs - a Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
I LOVE these chairs. Pretty from all angles and super comfy. These are in original condition and
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage swivel office chair Kovona, Czechoslovakia 1970´s
By Kovona
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This vintage desk chair was made by Kovona company in the 1970s. Fully functional, adjustable
Category

Late 20th Century Czech Industrial Swivel Chairs

Materials

Iron

Set of 4 Vintage Rattan Chairs with Swivel Base
Located in Freehold, NJ
This vintage set of four kitchen chairs features solid rattan construction, original finish
Category

Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Vintage Italian Leather Swivel Desk Chair by Poltrona Frau
By Poltrona Frau
Located in London, GB
A very stylish, well made and extremely comfortable vintage Italian leather swivel desk chair by
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Rattan Swivel Chairs after Ficks Reed- set 4
By Ficks Reed
Located in Trenton, NJ
both functionality and charm to any room. Each chair is a testament to the timeless appeal of vintage
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Bohemian Swivel Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

Vintage Mid-Century Tufted-Back Swivel Rocker Club Chair
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage mid-century tufted-back swivel rocker club chair Offered is a vintage mid-century
Category

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

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Brass Swivel Lounge Chairs Attributed to Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Exceptional pair of vintage swivel lounge chairs attributed to Milo Baughman designed and
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Swivel Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique vintage modern swivel chair features stitched red vinyl with brass upholstery buttons
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Iron

Midcentury Swivel Lounge Chair
Midcentury Swivel Lounge Chair
H 33 in W 26 in D 29 in
Pair of Vintage Modern Swivel Tub Chairs, Scalamandre Upholstered
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of Vintage Kagan style arm or lounge swivel tub chairs. The pair comfortable and strudy
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Boho Tagged Weiman Nautilus Swivel Chairs - a Pair
By Weiman
Located in west palm beach, FL
An incredible pair of vintage Boho swivel chairs. Made by the iconic Weiman group and tagged on the
Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Pair of Erwin Lambeth Tufted Upholstered Swivel Chairs
By Erwin Lambeth
Located in Dallas, TX
Very plush and comfortable vintage club lounge chairs designed by Kay Lambeth, circa 1964. Chairs
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Metal

Captain's Swivel Desk Chair
Located in Crawley, GB
Captain's oak Swivel Desk Chair. For sale a late 20th century beautiful mahogany revolving tub back
Category

Late 20th Century British Chesterfield Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Captain's  Swivel Desk Chair
Captain's  Swivel Desk Chair
H 89 in W 62 in D 60 in
Vintage Brass Base Swivel Lounge Chairs in Black Leather
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of glamorous 1970s velvet swivel lounge chairs. Clean modern lines combine with classic
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Brass

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

Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Leather Executive Swivel Chair & Ottoman
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
armchair have quilting, which due them a cabinet and elegant character. The chair has a tilt adjustment and
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Brown Leather Executive Swivel Chair
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
elegant character. The chair has a tilt adjustment and a lock in the selected position. The subdued form
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Chrome Swivel Lounge Chair by Leon Rosen for Pace
By Pace Collection, Leon Rosen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage chrome swivel lounge chair designed by Leon Rosen for the Pace Collection in the
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Swivel Chairs After Albini - a Pair
By Franco Albini
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic pair of vintage Coastal swivel chairs. A chic bent rattan tub shape with a custom
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Swivel Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Leather, Upholstery

Vintage Boho Tufted Swivel Chairs After Milo Baughman - a Pair
By Milo Baughman
Located in west palm beach, FL
Iconic Boho Flair: Vintage Tufted Swivel Chairs Inspired by Milo Baughman - A Pair. Infuse your
Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage XPO Swivel Chair by BO Concept on Chrome Base
Located in Ely, GB
Vintage XPO Swivel Chair by BO Concept on Chrome Base. The chair, which is super heavy, boasts
Category

1990s British Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Plastic

Pair of Vintage Swivel Lounge Chairs in Light Grey Shearling
Located in Asheville, NC
Introducing a captivating pair of vintage swivel lounge chairs, meticulously refurbished to
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Coastal Russell Woodard Spun Fiberglass Swivel Chairs - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Coastal spun fiberglass swivel chairs. A chic high back and curved edges
Category

Mid-20th Century American Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Fiberglass

Hollywood Regency Clamshell Swivel Chairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage clamshell swivel chairs designed and manufactured in the United States circa
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Very Stylish Vintage Deep Red Leather Swivel Chair & Stool #60
Located in Lewes, GB
A Very Stylish Vintage deep red leather swivel chair with stool, High quality leather with a
Category

Late 20th Century Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage Coastal Ficks Reed Rattan Swivel Chairs - Set of 4
By Ficks Reed
Located in west palm beach, FL
Fantastic set of four vintage Coastal swivel chairs. Made by the iconic Ficks Reed group. Heavy
Category

Mid-20th Century Philippine Swivel Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Reed, Ebony

Vintage Pair of Modern Swivel Barrel Tub Arm Chairs Armchairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of swivel barrel tub armchairs arm chairs. Original fabric which is in very good
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

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Vintage Swivelling Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of vintage swivelling chairs available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct vintage swivelling chairs — often made from metal, fabric and animal skin — can elevate any home. Find 1843 antique and vintage vintage swivelling chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 27 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Vintage swivelling chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Vintage swivelling chairs bearing mid-century modern or modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller and De Sede each produced beautiful vintage swivelling chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Vintage Swivelling Chairs?

Prices for vintage swivelling chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, vintage swivelling chairs begin at $133 and can go as high as $35,170, while the average can fetch as much as $2,496.

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 Vintage Swivelling Chairs
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.