Carol Egan Chairs

Irish, American, b. 1974

Manhattan-based furniture designer Carol Egan thrives at the crossroads of 21st-century technology and traditional woodworking. Her striking modern furniture, including boldly creative shelf designs, frequently features serpentine forms. Her hand-carved walnut shelves have a single twist, which seems to defy physics.

Born in Dublin in 1974, Egan is a graduate of both University College Dublin and New York City’s Parsons School of Design. She complemented this formal education with an interest in 3D printing technology.

Egan’s unique designs, like her twisted walnut stools and benches, begin as 3D models before skilled woodworkers craft and hand-finish the pieces. Using the modeling software, Egan imagines unusual and contemporary shapes that blur the lines between artistic sculpture and furniture.

While often using walnut, mahogany or oak, Egan has also designed furniture made with marble, bronze and steel. Her timeless and innovative design perspective made her inaugural 2010 furniture line a global success.

Maison Gerard in New York City was the first gallery to show Egan’s furniture and has continued to exhibit her work. Galerie BSL in Paris and Hostler Burrows in Los Angeles have also showcased her designs. Her free-standing console earned a Special Mention for Best Contemporary Piece at PAD London in 2015. Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, Wallpaper, the New York Times and Vogue are just some of the publications that have featured Egan’s signature approach to furniture design.

On 1stDibs, find a collection of Carol Egan seating, tables, wall decorations and more.

Creator: Carol Egan

Carol Egan, Robusto, Pink Sculptural Armchair, United States, 2023

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Carol Egan, Robusto, Pink Sculptural Armchair, United States, 2023

By Carol Egan

Located in New York, NY

Carol Egan's works are produced using 3D modeling software and are then crafted and hand finished using traditional techniques. Egan emphasizes unique form and structure, and is focused on coaxing subtle sensibilities to the fore. Crafted with traditional fabrication methods, her pieces perform the unimagined. Obsessed with the curvaceous, she breathes life into materials that are typically heavy and rigid with her light, inspired revelations of line—with playful forms and luxury concealments that explore the theme of doubling and the play of shadow and reflection alike. Inspired by power structures found in nature, the Zephyr chair...

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2010s American Carol Egan Chairs

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Fiberglass

Carol Egan, Robusto, Sculptural Armchair, United States, 2023

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Carol Egan, Robusto, Sculptural Armchair, United States, 2023

By Carol Egan

Located in New York, NY

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2010s American Carol Egan Chairs

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Fiberglass

Carol Egan, Zephyr White, Hand Carved Sculptural Armchair, United States, 2021

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Carol Egan, Zephyr White, Hand Carved Sculptural Armchair, United States, 2021

By Carol Egan

Located in New York, NY

Inspired by power structures found in nature and designed by blending digital technology with fine traditional craftsmanship, the Zephyr chair further dev...

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2010s American Carol Egan Chairs

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Upholstery, Beech, Poplar

Carol Egan, Zephyr, Hand Carved Sculptural Armchair, United States, 2021

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Carol Egan, Zephyr, Hand Carved Sculptural Armchair, United States, 2021

By Carol Egan

Located in New York, NY

Inspired by power structures found in nature and designed by blending digital technology with fine traditional craftsmanship, the Zephyr chair further dev...

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2010s American Carol Egan Chairs

Materials

Beech

Carol Egan, Hand Carved Sculptural Chair, United States, 2016

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Carol Egan, Hand Carved Sculptural Chair, United States, 2016

By Carol Egan

Located in New York, NY

This sculptural hand carved armchair is part of a line of contemporary furniture designed by blending digital technology with fine traditional craftsmanship. The armchair features a ...

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2010s American Carol Egan Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany

Kissing Armchair, Modern, Sculptural, Rounded, Bronze Metal, Cream Boucle Fabric

$11,968 / item

H 30.32 in W 25.6 in D 47.25 in

Kissing Armchair, Modern, Sculptural, Rounded, Bronze Metal, Cream Boucle Fabric

By Lara Bohinc

Located in Holland, AMSTERDAM

Kissing Armchair features two semi-circle layers; one bearing the cupped seat and a second forming the back-rest. All the lines are covered with soft ...

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2010s Portuguese Modern Carol Egan Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Antique Wicker Vanity Chair, United States, Skirted Apron, Circa 1890

$850

H 31 in W 15.75 in D 18 in

Antique Wicker Vanity Chair, United States, Skirted Apron, Circa 1890

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Antique white wicker vanity or desk chair with a skirted apron.

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Late 19th Century American Antique Carol Egan Chairs

Materials

Wicker

19th Century Hand Carved Hepplewhite Armchair Desk Chair

$1,720Sale Price|20% Off

H 36 in W 22 in D 24 in

19th Century Hand Carved Hepplewhite Armchair Desk Chair

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Elegant and graceful hand carved mid-19th century shield back Hepplewhite armchair. The dark mahogany frame is expertly carved all along the frame...

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19th Century American Hepplewhite Antique Carol Egan Chairs

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Mahogany

Carved African Bamileke Throne Chair

$3,695

H 38 in W 22.5 in D 22 in

Carved African Bamileke Throne Chair

Located in Troy, MI

This circa 1980s hand carved African chair was made by a member of the Bamileke tribe from Cameroon. Hand carved dark stained wood arm chair with rounded, open-work back that feature...

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Mid-20th Century Cameroonian Tribal Carol Egan Chairs

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Wood

Antique Hand Carved Louis XIII Highback Armchair, 19th Century

$919

H 46.46 in W 24.81 in D 29.93 in

Antique Hand Carved Louis XIII Highback Armchair, 19th Century

Located in Lucenec, SK

Antique hand carved Louis XII highback armchair, late 19th century. New upholstery.

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19th Century European Louis XIII Antique Carol Egan Chairs

Materials

Oak

Cosmic Blue Chippensteel 0.5 Sculptural Chair by Zieta

$3,277 / item

H 31.5 in W 18.12 in D 22.84 in

Cosmic Blue Chippensteel 0.5 Sculptural Chair by Zieta

By Zieta

Located in Geneve, CH

Cosmic Blue Chippensteel 0.5 Sculptural Chair by Zieta Dimensions: D 58 x W 46 x H 80 cm Material: stainless steel, carbon steel. Finish: thermal colored in Cosmic Blue. Available...

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2010s Polish Organic Modern Carol Egan Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Richard Schultz Armchair, 1966 Collection for Knoll, circa 1960, United States.

$2,157

H 29.53 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in

Richard Schultz Armchair, 1966 Collection for Knoll, circa 1960, United States.

By Richard Schultz

Located in Brussels, BE

Richard Schultz armchair, "1966 Collection", design outdoor furniture for Knoll, circa 1960, United States. Cast aluminum with white weather-resistant powder-coated finish, breathab...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Carol Egan Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Pink Marika Armchair by Studio Christinekalia

$1,002 / item

H 31.89 in W 25.99 in D 28.35 in

Pink Marika Armchair by Studio Christinekalia

Located in Geneve, CH

Pink marika armchair by Studio Christinekalia Dimensions: W 66 x D 72 x H 81 cm (seat height 45 cm). Materials: Wood, metal, macro plush fabric. T...

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2010s Cypriot Post-Modern Carol Egan Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Modern Black & Chrome Cantilever Chair by United Chair Co Style of Steel

$1,195

H 31.5 in W 24 in D 24 in

Vintage Modern Black & Chrome Cantilever Chair by United Chair Co Style of Steel

By Steelcase

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome vintage modern black & chrome cantilever chair by United Chair Company in the style of Steelcase. Comprised of a chrome cantilever frame, black plastic armrests, and its original black hopsacking fabric with button details. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1970’s. What an EXQUISITE chair!!! This fabulous black and chrome cantilever chair was made by United Chair Company and it’s in the style of Steelcase. It is comprised of a gorgeous chrome cantilever frame with black plastic armrests, and it is wearing its original black hopsacking fabric with button detail on the seat back and cushion. Super stylish and super comfortable!! We say this chair is mostly modern...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Carol Egan Chairs

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Chrome

Black Sculptural Three-Legged Armchair in Resin-Covered Foam by Michal Cihlar

$3,000 / item

H 32 in W 27 in D 28 in

Black Sculptural Three-Legged Armchair in Resin-Covered Foam by Michal Cihlar

By Michal Cihlar

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The three legged armchair is an experiment in construction and finish, its form inspired by a 13th-century Mycenaean terracotta sculpture — “Fema...

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2010s American Modern Carol Egan Chairs

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Resin, Foam

Mater Sculptural Rattan and Upholstered Armchair by Houtique

$3,890 / item

H 26.78 in Dm 32.29 in

Mater Sculptural Rattan and Upholstered Armchair by Houtique

By Houtique

Located in Geneve, CH

Mater Sculptural Rattan and Upholstered Armchair by Houtique Materials: upholstery, rattan Dimensions: D 82 x W 68 x H 70 cm Designed by Patricia Bustos. Made in Spain. Natural ratt...

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2010s Spanish Post-Modern Carol Egan Chairs

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Upholstery, Rattan

17th Century Charles I English Oak Wainscot Armchair Primate Design Hand Carved

$3,371Sale Price|30% Off

H 39.38 in W 23.43 in D 22.45 in

17th Century Charles I English Oak Wainscot Armchair Primate Design Hand Carved

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this original early 17th century Charles I Wainscot armchair. A good early original piece, hand carved, very naïve but at the time this would ha...

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Early 17th Century European Renaissance Antique Carol Egan Chairs

Materials

Oak

Carol Egan chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Carol Egan chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Carol Egan chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider chairs by Mattia Biagi, VOLK, and Dos Gallos Studio. Prices for Carol Egan chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $15,000 and can go as high as $48,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $48,000.