Modern Swivel Chairs
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
Style: Modern
Color: Black
"Wind" Swivel Armchair in Velvet with Silk Fringes Green
Located in Centro, RS
The wind swivel armchair is elegantly upholstered in velvet: Green, black, or offwhite colors options.
The breeze is identified with the lightnes...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Pair of Weiman "Targa" Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Weiman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This striking pair of Targa lounge chairs by Weiman features wonderful modern fabric, memory swivel base, and impressive vintage modern design. The ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
'Big' by Guido Faleschini for i4Mariani Leather Executive Desk Chair, Italy, New
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible executives chair is named 'Big', designed by Guido Faleschini by i4 Mariani originally designed in the 1970s, this example newly produced in gorgeous black leather an...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
"Longwave" Fabric or Leather High Back Swivel Armchair by Moroso for Diesel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Longwave" is a high back swivel armchair, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso, featuring injected flame-retardant foam over internal steel frame, varnished swivel steel base golden bronze or raw black finished and optional cushion in polyester fiber.
Indoor use only.
Dimensions:
D. 37.4", W. 38.2", H. 45.3", Seat H. 15.7"
Retuning a Classic! Like a 1960s motorcycle with a new engine, every bit the attitude, but still a modern machine.
A high back lounge chair with constant flowing lines, this has been designed as a personal space within the home or office for the ultimate relaxing and reading chair. Available in a full range of fabrics as well as Diesel’s treated...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
Minotti Portofino Swivel Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Minotti
Located in Dallas, TX
Like new great looking swivel lounge chairs designed by Rudolfo Dordoni for Minotti.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
4x Shaker Swivel Bar Chairs, by Ambrozia, Walnut, Black Metal & Smokey Leather
By AMBROZIA
Located in Drummondville, Quebec
The Shaker Swivel Bar Chair is made to order from our unique Ambrozia black textured steel tubing frame. This contemporary / modern swivel bar chair ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
"Wind" Swivel Armchair in Velvet and Silk Fringes in Black
Located in Centro, RS
The breeze is identified with the lightness and freshness of the feeling of the skin, of the wind, in its constant movement. Thus came the inspiration for the design of the Wind swivel armchair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Set of 6 Swivel Armchairs, Black Leather and Metal, Netherlands circa 1970s
Located in Regensburg, DE
Set of 6 Swivel dining room armchairs from Netherlands, circa 1970s.
Black leather over metal frame. Fully rotating.
Cushioned with curved backrest.
Very good condition.
Dimensio...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal, Stainless Steel
Original from the 80ies, Modern Swivel Chair Maurizio Peregalli, Signed
Located in Vienna, AT
Design: Maurizio Peregalli, Noto ZEUS Milano, signed, 1988.
Material used is rubber and metal.
Category
1980s Austrian Vintage Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
Sling Oil Tanned Leather Brown
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Each oil tanned leather sling hanging chair has been handcrafted by our leather artisans.
The leather is specially treated and made to change color when handling it but reverts back...
Category
2010s South African Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
"Wind" Swivel Armchair with Silk Fringes and Ottoman Set
Located in Centro, RS
The breeze is identified with the lightness and freshness of the feeling of the skin, of the wind, in its constant movement. Thus came the inspiration for the design of the Wind swivel armchair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Velvet
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 condition. If you are keeping the fabric I would be happy to g...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Moooi Hana Swivel Armchair in Fiord, 591 Red Upholstery
By Simone Bonanni, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Create your own world in your safe space that is the Hana Armchair. Let the softness of the folds lure you in and when you step into that abundance of soft fabric, you’re stepping in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Laurameroni "Drapè Lounge" Modern Swivel Armchair in Hand-Pleated Leather
Located in Monza, IT
Rotating padded armchair covered with a Cat. B SAVANA leather drapery. Metal base with RAL 7005 "mouse-gray" lacquering.
FINISH:
Cat. B SAVANA leather 1001
Drapery, also known as m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
Keilhauer Elite 597 Black Leather Executive Office Armchair
By Keilhauer
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Modern executive office desk swivel armchair made by Keilhauer. Model number 597-5 finished in black leather upholstery with a five star polished steel base. Mid back height office c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
Moooi Hana Swivel Armchair in The Menagerie of Extinct Animals Upholstery
By Simone Bonanni, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Create your own world in your safe space that is the Hana Armchair. Let the softness of the folds lure you in and when you step into that abundance of soft fabric, you’re stepping in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Bacharach Reef Velvet Swivel Chair
Located in New York, NY
Louche glamour. Think Halston, think Studio 54, think sybaritic style. But also think cozy, comfy swivel chair. Upholstered in inky blue Rialto Reef velvet with an architectural brus...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mario Bellini Post-Modern Executive Desk Chair for Vitra, Signed and Dated 1992
By Vitra, Mario Bellini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A spectacular set of Mario Bellini signed desk chairs for the Vitra, dated 1992 production. This Post Modern set of task chairs feature soft and supple black leather in excellent condition, five star height adjustable bases on casters, and are extremely comfortable. *Note, 6 are available at the time of this listing, priced individually. We also have a 7th highback chair available as well in another listing.
The black on black color combination of this set makes it perfect for Post-Modern interiors which are on-trend with upcoming design projects led by many of the worlds top interior designers. These design masterpieces are rare and hard to find, especially here in the United States, so interior designers: get this before your competition does!
These Mario Bellini for Vitra leather...
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather, Plastic
Moooi Hana Swivel Armchair in Rendezvous Tokyo Blue Upholstery
By Simone Bonanni, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Create your own world in your safe space that is the Hana Armchair. Let the softness of the folds lure you in and when you step into that abundance of soft fabric, you’re stepping in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Moooi Hana Wingback Swivel Chair in Rendezvous Tokyo Blue Upholstery
By Simone Bonanni, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Create your own world in your safe space that is the Hana Armchair. Let the softness of the folds lure you in and when you step into that abundance of soft fabric, you’re stepping in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Moooi Hana Wingback Swivel Chair in The Menagerie of Extinct Animals Upholstery
By Simone Bonanni, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Create your own world in your safe space that is the Hana Armchair. Let the softness of the folds lure you in and when you step into that abundance of soft fabric, you’re stepping in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Contemporary Black and White Striped Swivel Office Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
3 Contemporary swivel armchairs with black & white striped upholstered back, black seat, and green armrests on silver metal bases and 5 caster wheels. (priced each).
Category
20th Century American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
"Longwave" Embroidered High Back Swivel Armchair by Moroso for Diesel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Longwave" is a high back swivel armchair, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso, featuring injected flame-retardant foam over internal steel frame, varnished s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
Sling Cactus Vegan Leather Hanging Swing Seat, Green
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our SLING hanging chair is crafted with Cactus leather – a highly-sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The Cactus leather is made from the Nopal cactus, also known as the prickly pear.
The cactus leather seat and the piping of the bolster is lined with unique South African Original Three Cats Shwe Shwe fabric.
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of cactus leather or fabric hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experience. This chair’s clean lines and lightness makes it a perfect fit for any space. It has a sleek look and an air of functional elegance.
Each one is handmade with care by our craftsmen to ensure form-fitting comfort, perfect for any indoor or under cover patio space.
The Sling comes with a cactus leather bolster for comfort.
Here are some reasons why we are using cactus leather:
• it takes approximately three leaves of cactus to create one linear meter [preferable to
meter, unless specifically addressing American market] of cactus leather
• cacti absorb carbon dioxide, converting it into plant carbohydrates to build strong bodies...
Category
2010s South African Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
Moooi Hana Wingback Swivel Chair in Liscio, Grigio Blue Upholstery
By Simone Bonanni, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Create your own world in your safe space that is the Hana Armchair. Let the softness of the folds lure you in and when you step into that abundance of soft fabric, you’re stepping in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Alfred Kill Swivel Chairs, Germany 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of swivel chairs by Alfred Kill for Kill International with unique cast aluminum frames. Pair is available. Price is per chair. Two are available, sold together or separately.
Category
1970s German Vintage Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Moooi Hana Wingback Swivel Chair in Justo, Hinde Red Upholstery
By Simone Bonanni, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Create your own world in your safe space that is the Hana Armchair. Let the softness of the folds lure you in and when you step into that abundance of soft fabric, you’re stepping in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Moooi Hana Swivel Armchair in Calligraphy Bird Jacquard Upholstery
By Moooi, Simone Bonanni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Create your own world in your safe space that is the Hana Armchair. Let the softness of the folds lure you in and when you step into that abundance of soft fabric, you’re stepping in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Moooi Bart Swivel Armchair in Foam Seat with Solis, Dawn Upholstery
By Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Bart armchair brings a friendly sort of grandeur to your home. This single-seater does the rounded shapes of the Bart family even more justice, especially with the optional swive...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Isidoro Black Swivel Bar Stool by Dom Edizioni
By Dom Edizioni
Located in Milan, IT
Comfortable yet elegant, the Isidoro bar stool is a must-have in any modern home. Perfect both in the dining room to sit while enjoying drinks with friends during parties, or at the ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kashtolm Swivel Chairs for Walter Knoll 1970s Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible set of four swivel lounge chairs by Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kastholm for Walter Knoll (Germany) featuring soft luxurious charcoal black suede leather seats and contrasting black leather arms, back and trim with matte chromed steel. Signed on some examples with foil label.
*Priced as a set of four, contact us if you wish to purchase a pair.
These rare collectors chairs are height adjustable via a lever underneath which can telescope the height by 3". As swivel chairs, they are ideal for many uses such as a desk chair, guest chairs, meeting room chairs, dining table or game table chairs, or even in a living room or den.
Extremely high quality craftsmanship that you don't get in todays products. And timeless classic design that famed architects Fabricius and Kastholm were known and celebrated for.
These rotating height adjusting suede, steel and leather armchairs by Preben Fabricius and Jorgen Kashtolm for Walter Knoll would work great in a Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or penthouse apartment but could also look fantastic in a Contemporary or Post-Modern room. Also consider mixing it up in a Traditional, Transitional, Classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge or members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office. Consider using as side chairs, dining, cafe or breakfast table chairs...
Category
1970s German Vintage Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Suede
1 of 2 Original Vitra Stamped Ergonomically Approved Office Desk Armchair
By Vitra
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale 1 of 2 Original Vitra Ergonomic office swivel chairs
This sale is for one armchair with the option to buy the pair
This is exceptionally comforta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
"Longwave" Embroidered Leather Swivel Stool by Moroso for Diesel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Longwave" is a swivel stool, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso, featuring injected flame-retardant foam over internal steel frame and varnished swivel stee...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
1 of 10 Vitra Eames Herman Miller Black Leather Swivel Office Chairs
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale 1 of 10 original vintage Charles & Rays Eames, Vitra, Herman Miller high back black leather office swivel ar...
Category
20th Century English Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Contemporary Black Leather Office Chair by Atelier Int
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary black leather swivel office armchair with plastic base, arms, and casters (Drabert 1970's by ATELIER INT.).
Category
20th Century American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
Armilla Armchairs and Ottoman for Arflex
Located in Denton, TX
Pair of swivel chairs and ottoman in textured black Italian leather. The ottoman dimensions: 20 L x 18.5 D x 16 H.
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
De Sede DS-291 Swivel Star Base Armchair in Black Leather by De Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
It’s like a chameleon: at first hidden and inconspicuous but due to his appearance it is adaptable and inexpressively full of character. We are talking about the dainty fauteuil DS-2...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
Emeco Navy Swivel Armchair in Brushed Aluminum with Bar Back by Us Navy
By Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
First built for use on submarines in 1944, the Navy Chair has been in continuous Production ever since. With the famous 77 step Process, our craftsmen take soft, recycled aluminum, h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Sculptural Swiveling Chairs by Pennti Hakla for Avate, Finland, 2001
By Pentti Hakala
Located in Rijssen, NL
A pair of sculptural, swiveling lounge chairs. Base of black cast aluminium, seat shell of birch plywood stained in black. Damper mechanism under the seat. Upholstered with high-end quality black leather. Very comfortable seat.
Design Pentti Hakala...
Category
Early 2000s Finnish Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Emeco Navy Swivel Armchair in Polished Aluminum w/ Bar Back by Us Navy
By Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
First built for use on submarines in 1944, the Navy Chair has been in continuous Production ever since. With the famous 77 step Process, our craftsmen take soft, recycled aluminum, h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Memphis Style Black Brown Modernist Office Chair Desk Chair Matteo Grassi, Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Memphis style Black and Brown modern swivelling desk chair or office chair attributed to Matteo Grassi, Italy. The armchair consists of steel ...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
Late 20th Century Transitional Metal Counter-Height Swivel Stool
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Transitional style counter-height stool, unbranded. Black metal frame, 360 degree swivel mechanism, geometric pattern fabric upholstered seat and metal surround footrest. Likely ma...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
Modern swivel chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern swivel chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage swivel chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern swivel chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original swivel chairs, popular names associated with this style include Moooi, Simone Bonanni, Jhon Ortiz, and LAGU. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for swivel chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $225 and tops out at $29,000 while the average work can sell for $4,263.
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