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.
Pair of Tom Dixon 'Groove' Aluminum Outdoor Dining Chairs in Moss Green
By Tom Dixon
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Tom Dixon 'Groove' Aluminum Outdoor Dining Chairs New in 2025, the Groove series is Tom Dixon's first outdoor furniture line. Executed in high-performance durable aluminum, ...
Aluminum
Tom Dixon 'Groove' Aluminum Outdoor Stool in Putty
By Tom Dixon
Located in Glendale, CA
Tom Dixon 'Groove' Aluminum Outdoor Stool in Putty New in 2025, the Groove series is Tom Dixon's first outdoor furniture line. Executed in high-performance durable aluminum, the sta...
Aluminum
Tom Dixon 'Groove' Aluminum Outdoor Stool in Moss Green
By Tom Dixon
Located in Glendale, 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
Pair of Tom Dixon 'Groove' Aluminum Outdoor Dining Chairs in Putty
By Tom Dixon
Located in Glendale, CA
Pair of Tom Dixon 'Groove' Aluminum Outdoor Dining Chairs in Putty New in 2025, the Groove series is Tom Dixon's first outdoor furniture line. Executed in high-performance durable a...
Aluminum
Tom Dixon Black Stained Oak and Black Leather 'Slab' Lounge Chair
By Tom Dixon
Located in Glendale, CA
Tom Dixon Black Stained Oak and Black Leather 'Slab' Lounge Chair Part of his expanding line of furniture, Tom Dixon's Slab Lounge Chair is constructed in simple geometric shapes th...
Leather, Foam, Oak, Plywood
Tom Dixon Natural Oak Wood and Black Leather 'Slab' Lounge Chair
By Tom Dixon
Located in Glendale, CA
Tom Dixon Natural Oak Wood and Black Leather 'Slab' Lounge Chair Part of his expanding line of furniture, Tom Dixon's Slab Lounge Chair is constructed in simple geometric shapes tha...
Leather, Foam, Oak, Plywood
Tom Dixon 'Groove' Aluminum Outdoor Armchair in Putty
By Tom Dixon
Located in Glendale, CA
Tom Dixon 'Groove' Aluminum Outdoor Armchair in Putty New in 2025, the Groove series is Tom Dixon's first outdoor furniture line. Executed in high-performance durable aluminum, the ...
Aluminum
Tom Dixon S-Chair in Gold Leather and Metal Structure by Cappellini 2000s
By Cappellini, Tom Dixon
Located in Cascina, Pisa
The S-chair has a metal structure and seat in gold leather, it was designed by Tom Dixon and produced by Cappellini in the 2000s. Tom Dixon’s iconic S-Chair is an object with a hand...
Metal
Tom Dixon "Groove" Aluminum Outdoor Lounge Chair in Putty
By Tom Dixon
Located in Glendale, CA
Tom Dixon "Groove" Aluminum Outdoor Lounge Chair in Putty The Groove series is Tom Dixon's first outdoor furniture line. Executed in high-performance, durable aluminum, the stackabl...
Aluminum
Tom Dixon "Groove" Aluminum Outdoor Lounge Chair in Moss Green
By Tom Dixon
Located in Glendale, CA
Tom Dixon "Groove" Aluminum Outdoor Lounge Chair The Groove series is Tom Dixon's first outdoor furniture line. Executed in high-performance, durable aluminum, the stackable yet stu...
Aluminum
S-Chair, design Tom DIXON for CAPPELLINI. Italy, 1992
By Cappellini, Tom Dixon
Located in Torino, IT
S-Chair, design Tom DIXON for HATCHES. Italy, 1992 ORIGIN Italy PERIOD 1992 DESIGNER Tom DIXON (Sfax, Tunisia, 1959) A self-taught British designer, he moved to England at the age...
Metal
Tom Dixon Natural Oak Wood and Cognac Leather 'Slab' Lounge Chair
By Tom Dixon
Located in Glendale, CA
Tom Dixon 'Slab' Natural Oak Wood and Cognac Leather Lounge Chair Part of his expanding line of furniture, Tom Dixon's Slab Lounge Chair is constructed in simple geometric shapes th...
Leather, Foam, Oak, Plywood
Limited Edition, Eps Chair by Tom Dixon for London Design Festival, 2006
By Tom Dixon
Located in Uppsala, SE
Very rare EPS chair in a limited edition of 500 pieces in grey polystyrene (packing material) designed by Tom Dixon for the London Design Festival...
Polystyrene
Tom Dixon 'Groove' Aluminum Outdoor Armchair in Moss Green
By Tom Dixon
Located in Glendale, CA
Tom Dixon 'Groove' Aluminum Outdoor Armchair in Moss Green New in 2025, the Groove series is Tom Dixon's first outdoor furniture line. Executed in high-performance durable aluminum,...
Aluminum
$9,379Sale Price|20% Off
Prototype Steel Chair by Tom Dixon, Modern Design, England, 1989
By Tom Dixon
Located in Berlin, DE
Prototype steel chair by Tom Dixon, 1989.
Steel
$2,136Sale Price|50% Off
Brown Leather Wingback Chair by Tom Dixon
By Tom Dixon
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the ultimate statement piece for your living space - the Leather Wingback Chair by Tom Dixon. Crafted with the finest materials, this chair exudes luxury and sophisticati...
Leather
Limited Series Original Tom Dixon, Flame Cut Chair - 2000s
By Tom Dixon
Located in Renens, CH
"The idea with Flame-Cut furniture was to recreate ephemeral typologies of normally flat or fold-able items, such as poolside sun loungers, in the most heavyweight and indestructible...
Steel
$2,700 / item
H 31.5 in W 18 in D 19.63 in
UNA Dining Chair in Black Stained Oak with Leather Back by Estudio Persona
By Estudio Persona
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The UNA chair intersects a round wooden seat and legs with a leather upholstered cylindrical back. Using these fluid shapes allows greater focus on the detai...
Leather, Oak
Matte Aluminum Outdoor Dining Chair BT
By Klein Agency
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our alumiunum dining chair has been developed for Chef Lincoln Carson’s all-day restaurant Bon Temps. With good times rolling from morning to the evening, the old industrial building...
Aluminum
Set of 6 Aluminum Outdoor Dining Chairs by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Aluminum
Italian Lounge Chair in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair, leather, Italy, 1970s This mobile lounge chair is completely covered in high quality, thick leather that patinated beautifully over the years. The round form of the cu...
Leather
$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
$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, GB
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
$9,032 / set
H 41.74 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
6 x Hourglass Rope Dining Chairs Tom Dixon Style Metal Frame UK 1980s Postmodern
By Tom Dixon
Located in London, GB
This listing is for six 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
Moss Green Memento Chair, Jesse Sanderson
By Jesse Sanderson
Located in Geneve, CH
Moss green Memento chair, Jesse Sanderson Original signed chair by Jesse Sanderson Materials: Leather, steel Dimensions: W 43 x D 50 x H 80 cm Seating height 47 cm Frame finis...
Steel
$3,450 / item
H 35.04 in W 36.23 in D 22.84 in
Trinity, Outdoor Aluminum Rocking Chair with Gold Finish, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2.5) Shiny and bright outdoor rocking chair, ready to be sun kissed. A luxurious and timele...
Aluminum
Gallagher Lounge Chair Walnut Black Leather
Located in Cincinnati, US
Simple, minimal and clean lounge chair.
Cord, Wood, Leather
$2,333 / item
H 29.93 in W 24.81 in D 22.05 in
Palmer Chair In Black Stained Oak And Brushed Brass By Elbra Home
Located in Freamunde, PT
The Palmer Chair is the epitome of refined elegance, designed to elevate any dining experience. Available in both armchair and side chair variations, it seamlessly blends luxury, com...
Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel
Tom Dixon Black Fan Dining Chair with Leather Seat Pad
By Tom Dixon
Located in Miami, FL
Black stained birch Fan dining chair with a splayed array of machined wood spindles, curved wood back and round base with black leather seat pad. Desi...
Leather, Birch, Paint
Sold
H 40.16 in W 17.33 in D 20.48 in
Set of 4 Black Leather "S" Chairs for Cappellini by Tom Dixon - 1990s
By Cappellini, Tom Dixon
Located in Roma, IT
A striking set of four “S” Chairs, designed by Tom Dixon and produced by Cappellini in the 1990s, one of the most recognizable icons of late-20th-century design. Metal, painted iron...
Metal
Set of 8 "S" Chairs for Cappellini
By Cappellini, Tom Dixon
Located in Roma, IT
8 rare "S" chairs by Tom Dixon for Cappellini, realized in 1990s. Metal structure and leather upholster. An iconic piece, in dark painted metal structure with a beautiful cream lea...
Metal
Set of 6 Banana Chairs by Tom Dixon for Cappellini
By Tom Dixon, Cappellini
Located in Toronto, CA
Anthracite gray metal structure, forged and handcrafted with hand-woven banana fiber. These chairs are part of a larger collection called "Banana Chairs" which it would be reductive ...
Metal, Iron
Sold
H 37.01 in W 20.08 in D 18.71 in
Tom Dixon Gold Crown Chair & John Stoddart Photograph of Elizabeth Hurley 1988
By Tom Dixon
Located in Uxbridge, GB
The Crown Chair is a striking and iconic piece of design history, showcasing the designer's bold vision and avant-garde approach to furniture. A true state...
Metal, Gold Leaf
Vintage Tom Dixon, Crown Chair, c1988
By Tom Dixon
Located in Uxbridge, GB
Tom Dixon’s Crown Chair is a bold and innovative piece of design that showcases the British designer's pioneering approach to furniture. Produced in th...
Steel
Sold
H 37.6 in W 15.75 in D 18.31 in
A Pair of Post Modern Chairs "Banana Chairs" series By Tom Dixon for Cappellini
By Cappellini, Tom Dixon
Located in Roma, IT
We offer for sale a pair of chairs designed during the 80s by the brilliant mind of designer Tom Dixon for the Italian company Cappellini. These pair of chairs out of production are "Sisters" of the well-known "S-chair", exhibited in the permanent collection of the MOMA, they too are the result of artisanal rather than industrial production. In fact, the anthracite gray metal structure was forged handcrafted and the banana fiber...
Iron
Tom Dixon Wicker S-Chair Price Per Chair
By Marzio Cecchi, Tom Dixon, Verner Panton, Cappellini
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Vintage Tom Dixon S-Chair with wicker for Cappellini. Beautiful s- shape curved back. Very sensual design. Cast Iron base. Price is for one chair not a pai...
Steel
Sold
H 35.44 in W 28.35 in D 28.35 in
Rare Tom Dixon Grab Chair Design EPS Chair Polystyrene Chair O-BASF Brutalist
By Tom Dixon
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
A wonderful rare chair by Tom Dixon and manufactured by EPS 2006 "Grab Chair" Made from polystyrene, making the chair lightweight, however surprisingly robust and comfortable. Stam...
Polystyrene
Tom Dixon Wicker S-Chair Price Per Chair
By Verner Panton, Cappellini, Tom Dixon, Marzio Cecchi
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Vintage Tom Dixon S-Chair with wicker for Cappellini. Beautiful s- shape curved back. Very sensual design. Cast Iron base. Price is for one chair not a pai...
Steel
Tom Dixon S-Chair with Marsh Wicker for Cappellini, 20th Century
By Tom Dixon
Located in Hamburg, PA
A wonderful Tom Dixon S-chair with Marsh Wicker for Cappellini. This iconic chair would look great in any Modern or Contemporary interior. Great accent piece. Available for purchase today. Octagonal pedestals shown in the images are available in another listing. Also in the manner of McGuire, Bielecky Brothers, BB Italia, Rattan, Split Reed, Pencil Reed. From Cappellini's 1st Dibs site: "The iconic S-chair by Tom Dixon...
Wicker
Sold
H 38 in W 19.6 in D 25 in
Vintage 1980s Tom Dixon S Chair with Dark Brown Leather and Cast Iron Base
By Tom Dixon
Located in San Antonio, TX
Designed by Tom Dixon, the iconic 'S' chair with its recognizable serpentine curves lends a unique sculptural quality as well as comfort. These chairs are in overall good condition. ...
Iron
Sold
H 29.5 in W 24 in D 22.8 in
Blue Gray Upholstery with Metal Gloss Lacquer Leg Dining Chair, Tom Dixon
By Tom Dixon
Located in Tulsa, OK
Fat dining chair by Tom Dixon Designed to hug the body and allowing for multiple sitting positions, this dining chair is upholstered using Hero by ...
Metal