Artistic, innovative and entrepreneurial, the self-taught creator Tom Dixon has been a contemporary design-world maverick for more than three decades. From his revolutionary art-meets-design projects of the 1980s and throughout his dynamic and influential career as a designer of furniture, housewares and interiors, the only consistent note has been change. Dixon’s chief fascination is exploring new materials and new ways of constructing things.
Dixon was restless even as a young man. He enjoyed ceramics and drawing in high school but later dropped out of the Chelsea School of Art in London. While repairing his motorcycle in 1983, Dixon learned how to weld and took to the craft. He began making what he has called semi-functional objects from scrap metal (sometime as performance art in a nightclub), then formed a furniture studio–cum–think tank called Creative Salvage. Amid the ritzy excess of the ’80s, Dixon — along with designers such as Tejo Remy and Ron Arad — forged a new, attention-getting aesthetic with furniture made from found materials.
In 1987, Dixon began working for the Italian furniture manufacturer Cappellini, which put his best-known design, the slender, sinuous S chair, into production, followed by such pieces as the Pylon chair (1992), a wire lattice that resembles electrical transmission towers. Starting in the 1990s, Dixon expanded his interests rapidly. He started a company to manufacture the stackable plastic Jack light; joined the housewares retailer Habitat as creative director; and breathed new life into Artek, the venerable Finnish maker that Alvar Aalto and his wife Aino helped cofound. Since 2002, Dixon has run his namesake company fabricating furnishings from novel materials like brass foil-clad wood and “vacuum-metalized” glass.
The hallmark of Dixon’s design is his captivation with the process of creating pieces such as chairs, tables and lighting fixtures. “A kind friend once described me as a ‘vertebrate designer,’” Dixon has said. “That means that I design from the bones outwards and am not really interested in surface.”
Classic Dixon pieces are those that exhibit the manner of their making — from his early work in welded scrap metal to the woven rattan seats and backs of his Fat chair for Cappellini. There are two ways to approach Dixon designs: as a collector, or as a decorator. The former will seek Dixon’s one-off and limited edition works and prototypes. These historical artifacts carry high prices that range from around $8,000 to $50,000 and above. Those more interested in a dynamic look will find that manufactured Dixon designs — such as his Jack lights or his Melt pendant — can be found for prices that range from about $300 to $1,000. Either way, as you will see on 1stDibs, the designs of Tom Dixon have a singular allure that makes them a noteworthy element in any room.
$4,386Sale Price / set|20% Off
Coppia di Poltrone Cappellini Tom Dixon Banana Metallo e paglia Italia 1980
By Cappellini, Tom Dixon
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Coppia di Poltrone Realizzate da Cappellini su disegno di Tom Dixon Serie Banana Chairs , in metallo curvato e paglia naturale, presentano alcune riparazioni nella seduta.
Iron
$10,961Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of 2007 Restored George Smith Tom Dixon Wing Back Armchairs
By George Smith, Tom Dixon
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of fully restored original edition 2007 Tom Dixon George Smith wingback armchairs RRP £16,000 Inspired by the traditional 17t...
Upholstery, Beech, Oak
$685 / item
Arm chair by Tom Dixon
By Tom Dixon
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of 10 armchairs base in wood black lacquered and purple fabric van be divided
Fabric, Wood
$1,777Sale Price|50% Off
Tom Dixon Green Pivot Chair
By Tom Dixon
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the Tom Dixon Pivot Chair - as a factory first production, it plays a key role in the origin story of this iconic chair. Crafted with precision and attention to detail, t...
Fabric, Plastic
$13,707
H 36.62 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Large Wing Back Lounge Chair Designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Denmark
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Comfortable walnut wing back chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, 1954, produced by Carlo Ghan Denmark. Original black leather upholstery with a loose cushion and a comfortable cushion...
Leather, Walnut
$1,068Sale Price|60% Off
H 52.37 in W 43.31 in D 22.45 in
Tom Dixon Speed lounge chair for Space Design, UK 1999
By Tom Dixon
Located in London, GB
A rare lounge chair by British designer Tom Dixon for Space Design. A delicate braided rope has been systematically woven across its iron frame, a method Dixon employed in various ea...
Rope
$9,800
H 50.5 in W 38 in D 34 in
English Chippendale Mahogany Upholstered Ball & Claw Wing Back Chair, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
English Chippendale mahogany upholstered wing back chair with serpentine back, flared wings, flanking scrolled arms, removable seat cushion, shell and floral carved knees, and termin...
Suede, Cotton, Upholstery, Mahogany
$5,250
H 47.5 in W 32.5 in D 28 in
Fine and Rare George II Period Needlepoint Upholstered Walnut Wing Armchair
Located in San Francisco, CA
A good English George II period walnut wing armchair with cushion, upholstered in gros and petit needlepoint material, the chair dating from the early part of the 18th century. The n...
Walnut
Wing Back Lounge Chair in Red Upholstery, Praque 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
Wing Back Lounge chair in red Upholstery, Praque 1950s Large midcentury wingback armchair in red upholstery, Czech republic 1950s. This armchair would be an eye-catching addition ...
Fabric, Wood
Coppia di poltrone anni '50 in rattan e ferro
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
Coppia di poltroncine anni '50 di produzione italiana e in ottime condizioni. Struttura in tondino di ferro e seduta tonda in vimini.
Iron
$1,616
H 41.74 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
1 x Hourglass Rope Dining Chair Tom Dixon Style Metal Frame UK, 1980s Postmodern
By Tom Dixon
Located in London, England
An amazing hourglass rope chair designed after the famous 'S' chair of Tom Dixon. The chair is weaved with rushed rope weaved around a metal frame. It holds a playful and beautiful...
Iron
$32,000
H 47.75 in W 38.5 in D 29 in
American Southern Chippendale Mahogany Upholstered Wing Back Chair, Circa 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
American Southern Chippendale mahogany wing back chair with serpentine back, flared wings, flanking scrolled arms, removable seat cushion, and terminating on claw and ball feet. Secondary wood consist of bald cypress...
Muslin, Mahogany, Poplar, Cypress
1960s Vintage Parker Knoll Wing Back Armchair
By Parker Knoll
Located in London, GB
An extremely stylish and comfortable wing back armchair, made in England by Parker Knoll in the 1960-70’s. This is of superb quality and looks amazing from all angles. It sits on so...
Bouclé, Birch
$7,425 / set
H 31.5 in W 26.78 in D 26.78 in
Coppia di Poltroncine di Alberto Rosselli per Saporiti Italia, 1971
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in Ghedi, IT
Coppia di Poltroncine di Alberto Rosselli per Saporiti Italia, 1971 Offriamo in vendita una rara coppia di poltroncine progettate dall’architetto Alberto Rosselli nel 1971 per la pre...
Fabric
$28,950Sale Price / set|35% Off
H 58.5 in W 34.5 in D 29 in
A Pair Italian 19th-20th Century Baroque Giltwood Carved Winged Throne Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fine pair of Italian 19th-20th century baroque style giltwood carved winged throne armchairs, each finely carved throne with scrolls and wavy armrests, on cabriole carved feet. (New ...
Giltwood
Pair of 19th Century French Empire Wing-Back Armchairs
Located in Troy, NY
Exceptional Pair of late Empire Period Chairs, of Comfortable Size and Flowing Movement of Form. The accentuated wings beautifully complementing th...
Brass
$4,706 / set
H 41.74 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
3 x Hourglass Rope Dining Chairs Tom Dixon Style Metal Frame UK 1980s Postmodern
By Tom Dixon
Located in London, England
This listing is or three chairs An amazing hourglass rope chair designed after the famous 'S' chair of Tom Dixon. The chair is weaved with rushed rope weaved around a metal frame....
Iron
Pair of Antique Leather Wing Back Armchairs
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of antique leather wing back armchairs, possibly the finest pair we have come across. They were made in England, and they date from around the 1920’s. They are of...
Leather, Walnut
Tom Dixon 'Groove' Aluminum Outdoor Stool in Moss Green
By Tom Dixon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tom Dixon 'Groove' Aluminum Outdoor Stool in Moss Green New in 2025, the Groove series is Tom Dixon's first outdoor furniture line. Executed in high-performance durable aluminum, th...
Aluminum
Wingback Chair by Tom Dixon
By Tom Dixon
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the stunning Wingback Chair by renowned designer Tom Dixon. Crafted with the utmost attention to detail, this chair features a sleek and modern design that will elevate a...
Velvet, Wood
Tom Dixon for Cappellini Wicker S-Chair
By Tom Dixon, Cappellini
Located in Rochester, England
Designed by Tom Dixon, one of the best known British designers of the 21st century, the S-chair went into production with Cappellini in 1991. The S-chair is instantly recognisable, thanks to its sculptural silhouette and is part of the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art, making it a true design icon. The S-shaped seat is constructed from wicker, with a curved high backrest which flows seamlessly into the seat. The chair sits on a circular steel base, creating a cantilever effect, as if the seat is defying gravity. A true design classic, this Tom Dixon S...
Wicker
Banana Chair by Tom Dixon, Produced for Cappellini, 1988
By Tom Dixon, Cappellini
Located in New York, NY
The Banana chair by Tom Dixon Design by Tom Dixon, circa 1988 Tom Dixon, (b. 1959 England - ) Manufactured by Cappellini, Italy. Wrought iron structur...
Wrought Iron
Tom Dixon Armchair, "Baby Fat" Model, Cappellini Edition
By Cappellini, Tom Dixon
Located in Naples, IT
Painted iron rod, woven straw. Exceptional Banana "Baby Fat" armchair designed by Tom Dixon, in the version made by Cappellini (1990). Varnished iron frame wi...
Iron
Tom Dixon Wingback Armchair Lounge, George Smith, UK, Black Velvet
By Tom Dixon, George Smith
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tom Dixon wingback armchair lounge, George Smith, UK, black velvet. Wingback was inspired by traditional 17th century Wingback and balloon-back archetypes, and was developed for Sho...
Textile, Oak
Sold
H 49.61 in W 28.94 in D 38.98 in
Rare Pair of 2007 George Smith Kilim Tom Dixon Wing Back Armchairs
By George Smith, Tom Dixon
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of fully restored original edition 2007 Tom Dixon George Smith wingback armchairs with Kilim upholstery RRP £18,000 I have tw...
Upholstery, Beech, Oak
Sold
H 50 in W 29 in D 36 in
Tom Dixon Wingback Black Leg Hallingdal 65 Armchair Lounge, George Smith, UK
By George Smith, Tom Dixon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tom Dixon wingback black leg Hallingdal 65 armchair lounge, George Smith, UK, black Hallingdal textile. Wingback was inspired by traditional 17th century wingback and balloon-back...
Textile, Oak
Sold
H 50 in W 29 in D 36 in
Tom Dixon Wingback Black Leg Hallingdal 65 Armchair Lounge, George Smith, UK
By Tom Dixon, George Smith
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tom Dixon wingback black leg Hallingdal 65 armchair lounge, George Smith, UK, black Hallingdal textile. Wingback was inspired by traditional 17th century wingback and balloon-back...
Textile, Oak
Tom Dixon Armchair, "Baby Fat" Model, Cappellini Edition
By Tom Dixon
Located in Brussels, BE
Tom Dixon armchair, "Baby Fat" model - Cappellini edition, circa 1990.
Iron
Fat Chair, Tom Dixon, Industrial Style, Designed 1991
By Tom Dixon
Located in Greding, DE
Modern chairs made out of bend and welded metal rods by the British Industrial Designer Tom Dixon from 1991. The coverings are missing.
Metal
PAIR OF BANANA CHAIRS BY TOM DIXON
By Tom Dixon
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
EDITION CAPELLINI
Metal