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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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.
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Item Ships From: Europe
Style: Modern
VG NewTrend Swivel Armchair prototype of the model "Calla", Italy 1990s
By VG New Trend
Located in DÉNIA, ES
VG furniture represents luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of a sophisticated and exclusive design with a strong identity and are the r...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather, Faux Leather
Gastone Rinaldi Set Italian Swivel Chairs
Located in Roma, IT
Set of six 1970s Italian chairs, the seats upholstered with an original velvet on a swivel having four stainless steel legs.
This series of chairs can be perfectly used as seats for ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
Young Lady Swivel Chair by Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Weesp, NL
Experience Timeless Elegance: The 'Young Lady Chair' by Paolo Rizzatto
Indulge in the epitome of sophistication with the 'Young Lady Chair,' a masterpiece of design crafted by the v...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Italian modern Calligaris Folding director's chairs black wood white fabric 1990
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Folding director's chairs black wood and white fabric by Calligaris, 1990s
Set of 8 folding director's chairs with black painted wooden structure. The square seat and ...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
YETO swivel lounge chair with brass detail on the back
Located in Frazão, Porto
With smooth curves, this modern armchair with swivel base fits into any room, office, bedroom or living room. The brass detail on the back adds a touch of sophistication, adding glam...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Brass
Poltrona norvegese moderna, regolabile, in metallo, legno e tessuto rosso, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Poltrona norvegese moderna, regolabile, in metallo, legno e tessuto rosso, 1980s
Poltrona norvegese, con seduta curvata e imbottita, rivestita in tessuto originale rosso, così come l...
Category
1980s Norwegian Vintage Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
1960s Red Reclinable Swivel Chair by Martin Stoll Giroflex with Walnut Shells
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful reclinable swivel chair designed by Martin Stoll for Giroflex in Switzerland with typical bentwood shells like the famous lounge chair by Eamens. This bentwood is finished ...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather, Faux Leather, Walnut, Bentwood
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...
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal, Stainless Steel
De Padova Incisa Chair in Saddle Leather
Located in Dronten, NL
Incisa, designed by Vico Magistretti, is a swivel armchair on wheels with outer cowhide cover, like a saddle. Hand stitching adorns the back and sides, forming soft curves, precious ...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
60s Tan Brown Handstitched Leather Swivel Chair by Arne Norell for Vatne Norway
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Very comfortable and luxury swivel chair in tan brown hand stitched leather designed by the famous Swedish designer Arne Norell for Vatne Møbler in Norway.
The beautiful tan brown le...
Category
1960s Norwegian Vintage Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Modern Lavender Lilac Velvet Armchair Cactus Shape with Gold Plated Swivel Base
Located in Porto, PT
Modern lavender ilac velvet armchair cactus shape with gold plated swivel base
Ajui Lavendar / Lilac Armchair is a luxury armchair with an artsy inte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Brass
Modern Green Velvet Armchair Cactus Shape with Gold Swivel Base
Located in Porto, PT
Ajui Armchair II is a conceptual piece. It’s an accent chair that combines an artsy interpretation of a cactus with the comfort expected from a luxury armchair. This modern armchair ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Brass
De Sede DS-705 Sofa Kvadrat Baru by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Infinite seating comfort
Design and comfort go arm in arm in a very appealing way in the DS-705 by Philippe Malouin. The way the armrests are casually folded inwards creates a ve...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-705 Sofa by Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Infinite seating comfort
Design and comfort go arm in arm in a very appealing way in the DS-705 by Philippe Malouin. The way the armrests are casually folded inwards creates a ve...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
De Sede DS-414 Swivel Base Armchair in White Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
When the little brother suddenly grows up DS-414 is a chair that follows the movements of the person seated and provides noticeable support for the sitting posture: sitting has never...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
CAPRICE Swivel Armchair with two fabrics
Located in Frazão, Porto
The swivel Caprice is a decor-must armchair, with a sober quilting on the back for a touch of elegance. Available with or without the base ring in brass color. Upholstered in a wide...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Purple Swan Swivel Armchair
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, the swan armchair was groundbreaking at the time and has gone on to become a true classic.
The ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
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
De Sede DS-265 Armchair by Sven Dogs
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sven Dogs has designed the DS-265 armchair to offer the ultimate in comfort, with its soft, elegant curves and contrasting seat edge. When he embarked on creating this elegant design...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
BOEMIA Swivel Armchair with Antique Brass colored base
Located in Frazão, Porto
BOEMIA, a swivel fabric armchair with armrest, is the balance between the elegance and the comfort. With an embrassing back structure, is settled on a refined swivel base in antique...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Brass
De Sede DS-291 Swivel Star Base Armchair in Taupe 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
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
CAPRICE Swivel Armchair in Blue Velvet
Located in Frazão, Porto
The swivel caprice is a decor-must armchair, with sober quilting on the back for a touch of elegance. Available with or without the ring base in brass color.
Available to order in a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
Harri Korhonen Suede Desk Chair for Inno, Finland 2000s
Located in London, GB
Harri Korhonen, a Finnish designer and the founder of Inno. Korhonens designs feature heavily in Inno’s collection as the lead designer. His award-winni...
Category
Early 2000s Finnish Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Suede
Vintage Bonacina Miss B Classic Wheels Office Chair by Tito Agnoli
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Italian design swivel chair are designed by Tito Agnoli and are manufactured by Bonacina.
A comfortable contemporary office chair. Modell Miss B designed ...
Category
1990s Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Purple Swan Swivel Armchair, Set of Two
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 for the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, the swan armchair was groundbreaking at the time and has gone on to become a true classic.
The ...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Dragnet Swing Chair Outdoor by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Dragnet swing chair outdoor by Kenneth Cobonpue
Materials: Acrylic fabric, steel, stainless steel.
Dimensions: 86cm x 110cm x H 119cm
Get cau...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Dragnet Hanging Chair Indoor by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Dragnet hanging chair indoor by Kenneth Cobonpue
Materials: Polycotton, steel, stainless steel.
Dimensions: 111.5cm x 110cm x H 176.5 cm
Get caught in Dragnet’s comfort and eye-catching latticework. With fabric twisted...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Dragnet Swing Chair Indoor by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Dragnet swing chair indoor by Kenneth Cobonpue
Materials: Polycotton, steel, stainless steel.
Dimensions: 86cm x 110cm x H 119cm
Get caught ...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Dragnet Hanging Chair Outdoor by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Dragnet Hanging chair outdoor by Kenneth Cobonpue
Materials: Acrylic fabric, steel, stainless steel.
Dimensions: 111.5 cm x 110cm x height 176.5cm
...
Category
2010s Philippine Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Swivel Chair "Spock", Pols Potten Studio
By Pols Potten
Located in Geneve, CH
Swivel chair "Spock" - Pols potten Studio.
Dimensions: W 78 x D 78 x H 81 cm.
Materials: Fabric, powder-coated swivel base.
Pols Potten products are characterised by a modern ...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
Modern Viva Magenta Velvet Armchair Cactus Shape with Silver Plated Swivel Base
Located in Porto, PT
Modern Viva Magenta velvet armchair cactus shape with gold swivel base polished brass
Ajui Armchair II Magenta is a Memphis design-style furniture piec...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Brass
Postmodern Vintage Swivel Plastic Armchair Black Silver Philippe Starck, 1980s
Located in Vienna, AT
Postmodern vintage swivel armchair or desk chair from plastic, aluminum and steel in black and silver by Philippe Starck 1980s.
The curved armrests flow into the seat and you can fi...
Category
1980s French Vintage Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Modern Yellow Velvet Armchair Cactus Shape with Silver Plated Swivel Base
Located in Porto, PT
Modern Yellow velvet armchair cactus shape with gold swivel base polished brass
Ajui Armchair II Yellow is a Memphis design style armchair w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Brass
Grande, the Oversize Swivel Armchair
By Casa Casati
Located in Milan, MI
An homage to Italian Art Deco, but with contemporary proportions and comfort. The important dimensions of this armchair are softened by the relaxing curves and by the "flying" arms. ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric
BOEMIA Swivel Armchair in Textured Beige and brass colored base
Located in Frazão, Porto
BOEMIA, a swivel fabric armchair with armrest, is the balance between the elegance and the comfort. With an embrassing back structure, is settled on a refined swivel base in antique ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Wood
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
Durlet Lounge Chair 1976 Heiner Golz with Wood Base and Leather Seat
By Durlet
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
1970s charly lounge swivel chair designed by Heiner Gölz for Durlet. The chair has a cognac leather upholstery and a dark wooden leg. It was found in an architectural house from the ...
Category
20th Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather
Modern Blue Velvet Armchair Cactus Shape with Gold Swivel Base
Located in Porto, PT
Ajui Armchair II is a conceptual piece. It’s an accent chair that combines an artsy interpretation of a cactus with the comfort expected from a luxury armchair. This modern armchair ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Brass
Modern Gray Velvet Armchair Cactus Shape with Gold Swivel Base
Located in Porto, PT
Ajui Armchair II is a conceptual piece. It’s an accent chair that combines an artsy interpretation of a cactus with the comfort expected from a luxury armchair. This modern armchair ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Brass
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
Swivel Armchair Ibiza, Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, Treviso
A piece of furniture oriented to comfort and elegance, the swivel chair "Ibiza" is strongly featured by the preciousness of its fabric, signed by the prestigious Maison Rubelli.
The...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Swivel Armchair Calla, Italy
By VG New Trend
Located in Treviso, Treviso
VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and Exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
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
De Sede DS-414 Swivel Base Armchair in White Upholstery by De Sede Design Team
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
When the little brother suddenly grows up DS-414 is a chair that follows the movements of the person seated and provides noticeable support for the sitting posture: sitting has never...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Fabric
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Swivel Armchair with Metal Modern, Royal
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
Swivel armchair with metal base and upper part upholstered. Characterized by a soft backrest perfectly curved that hugs you and enhances the comfort.
Internal padding complete the d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Partial Swivel Chair with Metal Modern, 7519
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
Armchair with partial turning gold metal base and upper part upholstered. Characterized by a soft backrest perfectly shaped and hugs you to enhance the comfort.
Irregular shape stit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
De Sede DS-291 Swivel Star Base Armchair in Taupe 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
Armchair Panse, Made in Italy
Located in Treviso, Treviso
VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive design with a strong identity and are the outc...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Fir, Plywood
21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Partial Swivel Chair with Metal Modern, 7510
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
Armchair with partial turning gold metal base and upper part upholstered with wooden frame. Characterized by a soft backrest perfectly shaped and hugs you to enhance the comfort.
Th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
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
Desk Chair by Roux-Spitz Adjustable Swivel Rosewood Beige French Modernist
By Michel Roux-Spitz
Located in Ettlingen, DE
Rare office chair, desk chair, armchair by the important French designer Michel Roux-Spitz
Glossy rosewood.
Turnable swivel chair, the height is adjustab...
Category
20th Century French Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel, Iron
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
Jean-Marie Massaud, Auckland Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Cassina, 2005
Located in Uppsala, SE
The Auckland chair and ottoman was designed by Jean-Marie Massaud for Cassina in 2005. This is the high-back version and the set also includes an ottoma...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
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
Swivel Chair
By Thomas Bina
Located in Weesp, NL
Swivel chair Giramundo.
Designed by Thomas Bina of Environment Furniture of Los Angeles, circa 2007.
It is crafted from recycled, Brazilian multicolor...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Donghia Swivel Armchair
By Donghia
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unique swivel armchair of Donghia is really a special designer piece. It curved shape makes is very comfortable and the brass base gives the c...
Category
20th Century North American Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Brass
Jeffrey Bernett for B&B 1980s Swivel Armchairs
Located in Milano, IT
Jeffrey Bernett for B&B 1980s swivel armchairs Tulip model in knickerbocker completely removable covers, base in brushed steel.
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
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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