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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 Captains Chair Used
Materials
Leather, Oak
Childs Chair, in the Style of a Captain’s Chair
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Childs chair, in the style of a Captain’s chair
This is a very unusual child’s chair, the chair
Category
Early 1900s Country Captains Chair Used
Materials
Beech
Beautiful Cushioned Chesterfield Captain Leather Chair
Located in Crawley, GB
We are delighted to offer for sell this stunning Cushioned Chesterfield Captain Leather Chair.
This
Category
Late 20th Century British British Colonial Captains Chair Used
Materials
Iron
Antique Desk Swivel Captains Chair
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful traditional shipping era swivel Chippendale desk chair. The Captain's Chair, with the
Category
1890s English Chesterfield Captains Chair Used
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Midcentury Paul McCobb Planner Group Captain Lounge Maple Arm Chairs
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of rare all original midcentury maple Paul McCobb Planner Group Captain arm chairs. Solid
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Maple
Mid-Century Oak 916-CC Captains Chair by Adrian Pearsall, USA, c. 1960's
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Deland, FL
Designed by the incomparable Adrian Pearsall, this iconic Model 916-CC Captain's Chair is the
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Oak
Fine Antique circa 1860 Chesterfield Cigar Brown Leather Swivel Captains Chair
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
leather office chair.
This chair is really quite exquisite, it’s one of the earliest types of swivel
Category
1860s English High Victorian Captains Chair Used
Materials
Leather
H 36.03 in W 26.97 in D 31.11 in
ANTIQUE CIRCA 1800 SHIPS CAPTAiNS CHAIR WITH ROYAL CROWN AND ANCHOR CARVED
Located in GB
, circa 1800 hand carved Mahogany ships captains chair depicting a Royal Crown and Anchor to the backrest
Category
Early 1800s English Georgian Captains Chair Used
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 30.32 in W 18.31 in D 18.51 in
Pair of Slim Midcentury Chippendale Style Wingback Chairs
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
set of lounge chairs or as captains chairs for a dining table. Sold as a set.
24"W x 19"D x 44.5" H
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Captains Chair Used
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Chesterfield Tufted Green Leather Captains Directors Library Reading Desk Chair
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
A good looking well-made and decorative captain’s chair, it has a light beechwood frame with a oak
Category
20th Century English Victorian Captains Chair Used
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 34.65 in W 21.46 in D 22.25 in
Vintage Harrods London Brown Leather Wingback Captains Directors Swivel Chair
By Harrods
Located in GB
Chesterfield Wingback office chair with original leather and patina.
This is a very comfortable captain
Category
1960s English Art Deco Captains Chair Used
Materials
Leather
H 48.43 in W 30.12 in D 28.75 in
Vintage High Back Chesterfield Heritage Leather Office Captains Swivel Chair
By Harrods, Chesterfield
Located in GB
style office armchair
This is a very comfortable captain’s indeed, it’s like your favourite reading
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Captains Chair Used
Materials
Leather
H 44.89 in W 29.53 in D 30.71 in
Captain Armchair Early-20th Century Wooden Desk Chair With Soft Seat
Located in Opole, PL
Captain Armchair - Early-20th Century Wooden Desk Chair With Soft Seat
A wooden chair with a soft
Category
Early 20th Century European Captains Chair Used
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
HAND DYED VINTAGE AGED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS SWIVEL OFFICE CHAIr
Located in GB
in England, aged brown hand dyed leather Chesterfield captains office chair
Please note the
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Captains Chair Used
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 41.15 in W 27.56 in D 30.32 in
RESTORED ANTIQUE CIRCA 1880 BERGERE & BROWN LEATHER BARREL BACK CAPTAiNS CHAIR
Located in GB
from the ground up.
These antique captains chairs were made with an early swivel system which isn't as
Category
1880s English High Victorian Captains Chair Used
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Pair of Mid-Century Niels Moller Model 55 Teak Captain's Chairs with Cord Seats
By Neils O. Möller
Located in Chicago, IL
This beautiful pair of iconic Niels Møller captain's chairs in teak have Danish cord seats and
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Papercord, Teak
H 30.5 in W 23.25 in D 19.5 in
THOMASVILLE Mystique Asian Chinoiserie Dining Captain's Armchairs - Pair
By Thomasville
Located in Charlotte, NC
condition with signs of light previous use. No tears or odor to fabric. Minor stain on one seat
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Captains Chair Used
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
1 of 2 Hand Dyed Brown Leather Aviator Hammered Metal Swivel Captains Armchairs
Located in GB
chairs with aluminium riveted frames
This sale is for one chair with the option to purchase up to two
Category
20th Century English Industrial Captains Chair Used
Materials
Chrome
H 36.23 in W 31.11 in D 26.38 in
Very Comfortable Brown Leather Chesterfield Captains Directors Armchair
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
36 – 38 inches to touch the ground at the full height
I honestly can’t see a single sign of use
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Captains Chair Used
Materials
Leather
H 39.77 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in
CONSERVATIVE RESTORED CiGAR BROWN LEATHER OAK CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
leather captain armchair.
This piece combines style and attractiveness, which would add glamour to your
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Captains Chair Used
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 31.11 in W 25.2 in D 31.11 in
Vintage Ranch Oak Captains Armchairs by A. Brandt Acorn Brown Finish a Pair
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Captain’s chairs by A. Brandt! This pair of armchairs is comprised of rustic solid ranch oak with an Acorn
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Captains Chair Used
Materials
Oak
H 31.5 in W 24 in D 21 in
William Hands Orion Sofa Tan Brown Leather Office Captains Armchair
By William Hands
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale 1 of 17 original William Hans Orion brown leather office chairs
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Chrome
FINE RESTORED DIRECTORS BROWN LEATHER OAK FRAMED CHESTERFIELD CAPTAiNS ARMCHAIR
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
restored original oak framed Antique circa 1900 hand dyed Chesterfield cigar brown leather directors chair
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian Captains Chair Used
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 45.67 in W 28.15 in D 27.76 in
ORIGINAL ANTIQUE THONET SWiVEL BERGERE DESK CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR MODEL NUMBER 3
By Thonet
Located in GB
, antique, Thonet Model No 3 swivel bergère chair circa 1900
Please note the delivery fee listed is just a
Category
Early 1900s European Late Victorian Captains Chair Used
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.11 in W 24.81 in D 23.23 in
Rare 19th Century Tavern, or Clerks, Chair
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
design
is typical of a mid-19th century smokers bow, or captains,
chair but of course it stands on much
Category
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Captains Chair Used
Materials
Ash, Elm
Set of 6 George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Modern Walnut Chairs
By Herman Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
captain and four side chairs, all epitomizing classic Mid-Century Modern design. The warm walnut frames
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 29.5 in W 21.5 in D 20 in
Classic Scandinavian Design Mid Century Danish Teak Chairs Wool Upholstery - Set
By D-Scan, Neils O. Möller
Located in Madison, WI
"
NOTE: In image 9 here the 4 chairs are shown with a pair of captains armchairs, also available for
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Wool, Teak
H 31 in W 17 in D 16.5 in
President Meteor Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Steen Ostergaard for Cado
By Steen Ostergaard, Cado
Located in Turku, FI
Danish furniture designer Steen Ostergaard in 1968. Chair is also known as "Captain Lounge Chair".
The
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1960s Danish Space Age Captains Chair Used
Materials
Fabric, Plastic, Fiberglass
H 33.86 in W 34.65 in D 55.12 in
Alan Siegel Post-Modern Craftsman 'Tongue' Chair, Signed & Dated 1981
By Alan Siegel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chair, hallway chair, entryway chair, occasional chair, captains chair for a dining table or game table
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Wood
'President' Fiberglass Lounge Chairs by Steen Ostergaard for Cado, 1968, Signed
By Steen Ostergaard, Cado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful pair of rare 'President' Lounge chairs, Model #265 by Steen Ostergaard for Cado
Category
1960s German Space Age Captains Chair Used
Materials
Fabric, Fiberglass
H 33.75 in W 34 in D 35.5 in
Midcentury Japanese Sculpted Teak Dining Chairs C.1960
Located in San Francisco, CA
and two tall captain chairs. Each stamped "Made in Japan".
CREATOR Unknown. Made in Japan.
DATE OF
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Wool, Teak
1950's Tommi Parzinger Dining Chairs in Brunschwig & Fils
By Tommi Parzinger, Parzinger Originals
Located in Southampton, NJ
woven Chinoiserie fabric. Circa 1950's in excellent vintage condition; ready for use.
Captain Chair
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Set of 6 French Empire Marquetry Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
.
Set consists of 2 Captains/Carvers and 4 side chairs.
Stunning marquetry throughout. Floral
Category
Early 19th Century French Empire Captains Chair Used
Materials
Boxwood, Kingwood, Rosewood, Satinwood
8 Vintage Baker Furniture Traditional Mahogany Contemporary Dining Chairs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
multicolor design which is also used for the cording on the side chairs.
Dimensions:
25" x 29" x 39.5"h
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs, Set of 8
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
"Captain's" chairs along with 6 side chairs. Great form with a gentle curved back and unique back legs almost
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
1960s Set of 4 Heywood Wakefield Dog bone Dining Chair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
.
The captains chair measures: 25.5 wide x 18.5 deep x 34 high, with a seat height of 18.5 inches and an
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Faux Leather, Birch
20C Burgundy Executive Swivel Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Captain’s Chairs is not fully known…but it is believe that they were originally designed and made for use by
Category
20th Century American Edwardian Captains Chair Used
Materials
Faux Leather, Satinwood, Walnut
20C Burgundy Executive Swivel Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Captain’s Chairs is not fully known…but it is believe that they were originally designed and made for use by
Category
20th Century American Edwardian Captains Chair Used
Materials
Faux Leather, Satinwood, Walnut
Rare Set 6 Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor Circa 1960
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Brooklyn, NY
for Baker Furniture Circa 1960. This set includes two captain chairs and 4 side chairs. This set is in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Cane, Ebony
Six Fully Restored Erik Buch Rosewood Dining Chairs, Custom Reupholstery
By Erik Buch, Oddense Maskinsnedkeri
Located in Knebel, DK
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Other designs by Buch include the Captain’s Chair (1955) for Ørum Møbler, Model 310 dining chair for Chr
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Rosewood
H 31.11 in W 19.3 in D 21.66 in
Four Fully Restored Erik Buch Teak Dining Chairs, Reupholstered in Black Leather
By Oddense Maskinsnedkeri, Erik Buch
Located in Knebel, DK
of age and use.
The chairs have further more been reupholstered with black Basic leather Sorensen
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Teak
H 31.11 in W 19.3 in D 21.66 in
Six Fully Restored Erik Buch Teak Dining Chairs, Reupholstered in Black Leather
By Oddense Maskinsnedkeri, Erik Buch
Located in Knebel, DK
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Other designs by Buch include the Captain’s Chair (1955) for Ørum Møbler, Model 310 dining chair for Chr
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 31.11 in W 19.3 in D 21.66 in
Eight Restored Erik Buch Dining Chairs in Stained Oak Custom Upholstery Included
By Oddense Maskinsnedkeri, Erik Buch
Located in Knebel, DK
productions.?
Other designs by Buch include the Captain’s Chair (1955) for Ørum Møbler, Model 310 dining
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Oak
H 31.11 in W 19.3 in D 21.66 in
Six Restored Erik Buch Dining Chairs in Tanned Oak Custom Reupholstery Included
By Oddense Maskinsnedkeri, Erik Buch
Located in Knebel, DK
productions.?
Other designs by Buch include the Captain’s Chair (1955) for Ørum Møbler, Model 310 dining
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Oak
H 31.11 in W 19.3 in D 21.66 in
Set of Five Erik Buch Refinished Dining Chairs in Rosewood, Inc. Reupholstery
By Ørum Møbler, Erik Buch
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of 5 Danish rosewood dining chairs designed by Erik Buch and produced by Ørun Møbler in the
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Rosewood
H 31.11 in W 19.69 in D 21.26 in
1970s Charles Hollis Jones Chrome Base Dining Chairs With Lucite Legs- Set of 6
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Hartville, OH
Spectacular set of 6 Charles Hollis Jones Chrome and Lucite Dining Chairs including 2 Captains
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Chrome
H 39.25 in W 18 in D 20.5 in
1960's Six Fully Restored Danish Erik Buch Oak Dining Chairs Custom Upholstery
By Oddense Maskinsnedkeri, Erik Buch
Located in Knebel, DK
condition with only minimal signs of age and use and will last for many years to come.
The chairs will be
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Oak
H 31.11 in W 19.3 in D 21.66 in
Pair Vintage Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Armchairs Pendleton Wool Fabric 1970
By Pendleton Woolen Mills, OPE Möbler
Located in Portland, OR
side chairs with arms were just professionally re-upholstered using a vintage heavy weight Pendleton
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Wool, Teak
H 33.75 in W 22 in D 20 in
J.D.V. High Back Heavy Duty Solid Maple Country Dining Chairs, C 1970s - a Set
Located in Germantown, MD
captain chairs and 4 side chairs. Extremely solid heavy duty chairs. High back 43.5" tall.
Good vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century American Country Captains Chair Used
Materials
Maple
H 43.5 in W 19.25 in D 23 in
Set of 6 Rosewood Model 65 & 80 JL Moller Mid-Century Danish Modern Dining Chair
By Neils O. Möller
Located in Las Vegas, NV
65 captains/arm chairs and four Model 80. Side chairs. All chairs display Niels Otto Møllers
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Rosewood
H 31 in W 22 in D 19 in
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak & Vinyl Armchair Model 89 by Erik Buch
By Anderstrup Mobelfabrik, Erik Buch
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
created. Other Buch designs include the Captain's Chair (1955) for Ørum Møbler, the Model 310 dining chair
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 20.87 in
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak & Grey Fabric Dining Chairs 2 Arm 4 Side Set 6
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage Scandinavian Modern teak dining chairs with gray fabric seat & backs 2 arm and 4
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 32.5 in W 23 in D 20.5 in
Set of 4 Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Model 89 by Erik Buch
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
Buch designs include the Captain's Chair (1955) for Ørum Møbler, the Model 310 dining chair for Chr
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Wool, Teak
H 30.71 in W 18.9 in D 20.87 in
Duistt Wormley Cane and Brass Armchair, in the Style of Edward Wormley
By Duistt
Located in London, GB
Wormley Captain's chair from 1950s American modernism.
Constructed from a sycamore wood frame with a
Category
2010s Portuguese Captains Chair Used
Materials
Brass
H 26.78 in W 29.53 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Danish Lounge or Armchairs with Teak legs and Armrests, 1950's.
By Madsen & Schubell
Located in Bridgeport, CT
a seat height of 18 inches and can easily be used as a great pair of captain's chairs to anchor
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Wool, Teak
Mid Century Modern Palecek Linen Lounge Club Armchair
By Palecek Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Lounge Club Captains Chair Armchair with Picklewood finish.
Approximate Measurements in Inches
36
Category
1980s Mid-Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Linen, Wood
Herman Miller Chrome & Black Pair of Armchairs Original Fabric
By Herman Miller
Located in Topeka, KS
captain’s chairs at your dining table. Possibilities are endless!!
Herman Miller started life as Star
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Model 67 Captain Chair by Erik Buch for Ørum Møbler
By Erik Buch, Ørum Møbler
Located in London, ON
years to come.
Whether you're using the Model 67 Captain Chair as a dining chair, office chair or an
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Captains Chair Used
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
ANTiQUE CHINESE REPUBLIC PERIOD HARDWOOD WITH MARBLE INSET PANEL CAPTAINS CHAIR
Located in GB
collectable Chinese Republic period circa 1900 Rosewood with marble inset panel, revolving swivel office chair
Category
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Captains Chair Used
Materials
Marble
H 35.04 in W 27.56 in D 20.87 in
Early 20th Century Captain's Chair from Bali with Slatted Wood and Loop Arms
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indonesian captain's chair from the early 20th century, with slatted wood, pierced splat
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Captains Chair Used
Materials
Wood
H 33.5 in W 21 in D 18.5 in
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Captains Chair Used For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic captains chair used available at 1stDibs. Each captains chair used for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, animal skin and leather. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer captains chair used, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A captains chair used is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Victorian and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made captains chair used over the years, but those crafted by Chesterfield, George Nakashima and Edward Wormley are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Captains Chair Used?
Prices for a captains chair used can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $439 and can go as high as $56,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,400.
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.
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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 Captains Chair Used
- What is a captain’s chair for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Today, a captain's chair is typically used for providing seating at a kitchen or dining table. The name of the chair comes from the fact that furniture of this type once provided seating for a ship's officers in lounge areas. Shop a large collection of captain's chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a captain's chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A captain's chair is an armchair with a saddle seat and low curved back, usually upholstered in leather or cloth. It has vertical spindles that create the appearance of extra height for more formal settings. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Captain’s chairs are called that because early versions of the armchairs were used aboard boats to provide seating for high-ranking officers. These chairs date back to the 19th century and usually featured all-wood construction. Find a selection of antique and vintage captain's chairs on 1stDibs.
- 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, 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 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 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, 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, 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 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 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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