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English Barrel Back Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
English Barrel Back Chair with carved feet
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Antique 19th Century English Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wood

Large English Barrel Back Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large English Barrel Back Chair
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Antique 19th Century English Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wood

English Leather Barrel Back Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
English leather barrel back chair
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Antique 19th Century English Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

English Barrel Back/Wing Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
English barrel back/wing chair with muslin upholstery.
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Early 20th Century English Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wood

Stylish Barrel Back Wing Chair
Located in New York, NY
Wrap around barrel back wing chair with studded upholstery. The fabric shows some wear and staining.
Category

Vintage 1940s American American Classical Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Modern Grey Leather Upholstered Armchair
By Crate Barrel
Located in Astoria, NY
Crate & Barrel grey leather upholstered lounge arm chair, raised on square tapered wood feet, with
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Hungarian Barrel Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
These contemporary chairs are influenced by Art Deco designs of the 1930s. This compact pair has
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21st Century and Contemporary Hungarian Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Antique Mahogany Barrel Back Wing Chair
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A Mid-19th century mahogany barrel back wing chair in old red leather: stylistically late
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Mahogany Barrel Back Wing Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine 18th century George III mahogany wing chair with a barrel back. Arms with scroll carving
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Antique 18th Century English George III Wingback Chairs

Materials

Ultrasuede

French Antique Empire Style Barrel Chairs
Located in Austin, TX
Early 19th century French antique set of chairs with the original golden colored velvet upholstery
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Antique 1820s French Empire Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

Charles IV Barrel Back Wing Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
Large mahogany and green leather wing chair, circa 1830. Unusual and nice design.
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Antique 19th Century English Wingback Chairs

19thC Leather Barrel Back Wing Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very comfortable leather wing chair with beautifully aged original leather upholstery and
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Antique 19th Century British Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair Vintage Teak Barrel Back Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of teak base side chairs make an excellent addition to any mid-century space. Please
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Teak

Mahogany Barrel Back Chairs Set of 2
Located in Pomona, CA
A pair of mahogany barrel back curved arms accent chairs.
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Late 20th Century American Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Brighton Pavilion Style Lacquered Barrel Chairs, 2
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Regency Brighton Pavilion style carved and parcel gilded black-lacquered barrel chairs
Category

20th Century Regency Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Giltwood

George III Mahogany Barrel Back Desk Chair
Located in Essex, MA
Upholstered in a Bargello style fabric with brass tacks, loose cushion, barrel back, raised on
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Antique 1770s English George III Wingback Chairs

1970 s High Barrel Back Rattan Chair
Located in San Carlos, CA
unique high barrel back and comfortable seat. The chair sits on a bamboo frame for strength. This chair
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Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Antique English Regency Barrel Back Wing Chair
Located in Stroud, GB
Large Regency chair with hair squab cushion covered in Egyptian calico and natural hessian standing
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Antique Early 19th Century English Wingback Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of 19th Century Gustavian Barrel Back Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 19th century Gustavian barrel back chairs with lion's head at ends. Original paint with
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Italian Designer MCM Bamboo Barrel Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Great pair of Italian designer MCM bamboo barrel chairs. Included is a creme colored cushion
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Vintage Distressed Caramel Leather Barrel Back Wing Chair
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Authentically distressed yummy caramel leather barrel back wing chair having tufted seat cushion
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Vintage 1940s American American Classical Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

1930 s Old Hickory Barrel Back Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20Thc Old Hickory Rocking chair with vintage leather seating and backing.The condition is very
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20th Century American Adirondack Rocking Chairs

Materials

Hickory

Mid Century Pair of Lucite Barrel Back Chairs
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage pair of clear Lucite chairs with white, diamond patterned upholstery.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Lucite, Textile

Set of Two Art Deco Barrel-Back Upholstered Chairs
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Two barrel back armchairs newly reupholstered in vintage green fabric. Of note are the original
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French Art Deco Side Chairs

19th Century English Pair of Barrel Back Wing Chairs
Located in New York, NY
19th century English pair of very stylish barrel backed wing chairs. Thin arm profile. Whip
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Antique 19th Century English Wingback Chairs

Late 19th Century English Mahogany Barrel Back Wing Chair
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Attractive 19th century barrel-back wing chair with simple, mahogany tapered legs and fully curved
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Antique Late 19th Century English Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pace Barrel Back Lounge Chairs by Mariani, Italy, 1980
By i4 Mariani
Located in Chicago, IL
Pace barrel back lounge chairs by Mariani, Italy, 1980. Original.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-19th Century Walnut Continental Barrel Back Wing Chair
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large 19th century continental neoclassical style wing chair in walnut with tall barrel back
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Antique Mid-19th Century European Neoclassical Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Walnut

English Chippendale Mahogany Barrel Back Wing Chair, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
English Chippendale mahogany barrel and channel back upholstered wing chair with acanthus and
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Chippendale Wingback Chairs

Pair of Signed Old Hickory Barrel Back Rocking Chairs
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These barrel back rocking chairs are made by the Old Hickory Furniture Company in Martinsville
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Vintage 1930s American Adirondack Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

1980s Milo Baughman Style Barrel Side Chairs, a Pair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a gorgeous set of barrel chairs in the style of Milo Baughman, circa
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Vintage 1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric

19th Century English Leather Porters Barrel Back Wing Chair
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive 19th century English leather porters wingback chair. Features a mahogany hand-carved
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Antique 19th Century English Chippendale Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Antique George III Oak Framed Barrel Back Wingback Chair
Located in Bristol, GB
Antique Georgian wingback chair, late 18th century. Oak pegged frame raised on square legs
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Antique Late 18th Century British George III Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Oak

Set of 4 Thonet Barrel Back Beech Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Oswald Haerdtl, architect and designer and a pupil of Kolo Moser and later an assistant of Josef Hoffmann. Made of bent Beech plywood, formed back and ebonized legs. Stic...
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Vintage 1950s Czech Side Chairs

1870 English Library Barrel Wingback Chair in Green Leather Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
This English barrel wingback chair from the mid to late 19th century features an exquisite green
Category

Antique 19th Century English Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pair of Antique Barrel Back Chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
A refined pair of Gustavian barrel back chairs, showcasing gently curved backs, fluted legs, and
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Post Modern Boucle Barrel Chair with Blonde Wood Sculpted Detail
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sculptural post modern barrel chair. Back rest wraps around to form 2 front feet giving the chair a
Category

Late 20th Century North American Post-Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood

Restored 1930s Chesterfield Barrel Back Brown Leather Directors Captains Chair
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
cigar brown leather Chesterfield fully buttoned directors captains chair This is the bosses chair
Category

Vintage 1930s English Chesterfield Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

1930 s Old Hickory Barrel Back Side Chair W/ Leather Seat
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1930's Amazing old hickory barrel back side chair with the original woven backing . This
Category

Vintage 1930s American Rocking Chairs

Pair of Signed Old Hickory Barrel Back Rocker and Side Chair
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a pair only. It is very hard to find a matching pair of these barrel back chairs in such pristine
Category

Vintage 1930s American Rocking Chairs

1980s Cassina Barrel Taliesin Chair Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright Cherrywood
By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
A Taliesin Barrel chair, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and produced by Cassina. This design
Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Bauhaus Side Chairs

Materials

Cherry

1960s Mid-Century Modern Wicker and Chrome Cantilever Barrel Lounge Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer an organic, sculptural pair of Italian, barrel chairs, circa the 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Sculptural Pair Of 1940s Barrel Back Wing Chairs In Ivory Moire
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant and unusual pair of wing chairs with curvaceous lines. The original upholstery is
Category

Vintage 1940s American Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

A Chic Pair of Italian 1960 s Brown-Lacquer Barrel-Back Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
A chic pair of Italian 1960's brown-lacquer barrel-back chairs; the gracefully sloping incurved
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Side Chairs

Antique Red Woven Wicker Barrel Back Child’s Rocker Rocking Chair Doll 19"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique red wicker barrel back child or doll sized rocking chair with attached pink floral cushion.
Category

Early 20th Century Rustic Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wicker

Mid Century Salterini Zig Zag Barrel Back Patio Chairs, Attributed - a Pair
By Salterini
Located in Esperance, NY
complemented by a stylish barrel back. The chairs are missing the original tags
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

American Primitive Rustic Oak Wood Rush Seat Rocking Chair by Cracker Barrel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
American Primitive Rustic Oak Wood Rush Seat Rocking Chair by Cracker Barrel. Circa Late 20th
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Late 20th Century Unknown Primitive Rocking Chairs

Materials

Oak

Pair of Tufted Barrel Back 1970s Vintage Chairs in Dek Tillet Fabric
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A super chic pair of tufted barrel back 1970s vintage chairs in beautiful Dek Tillet fabric. The
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

French Art Deco Walnut Barrel Back Arm Chair w/ Klismos Style Legs
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated Art Deco side chair was realized in France circa 1930. It features gently
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Sculptural Wicker Barrel Egg Pod Chairs in the Manner of Eero Aarnio
By Eero Aarnio
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
This captivating pair of vintage wicker barrel chairs channels the iconic sculptural design of Eero
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Vintage Teak Barrel Chair with Cane Seat, in the Manner of Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Chicago, IL
A solid teak wood barrel chair, in the manner of Josef Hoffmann. With cane seat. Measures: 28
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pair of Hungarian Barrel Chiars
Located in Chicago, IL
Having curved upholstered backs and seats, raised above solid walnut legs and X-form stretchers.
Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

20th Century English Leather Barrel Back Armchair
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A truly excellent barrel back leather armchairs. The characteristic of a barrel back chair is a
Category

20th Century British Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

Exceptional Bentwood Twig 19th Century Barrel Back Rocker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 19th century mid-western barrel back bentwood twig rocker is strong, sturdy and remarkably
Category

Antique 19th Century American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Hickory, Leather

Tetrad Bradley Barrel Wingback Porters Chesterfield Leather Armchair
By Tetrad
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
buttoned brown leather armchair RRP £1860 Tetrad Upholstery Bradley high back wing chair. This classic
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21st Century and Contemporary British Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather

English Georgian Mahogany Barrel-Form Wingback Armchair, 19th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
This unusual barrel-back library armchairs a very striking work with a certain austerity and
Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Antique Victorian circa 1880 Curved Barrel Back Porters Wingback Armchair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this Antique Victorian Porters barrel back armchair in circa
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Antique 1880s English High Victorian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

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Barrel Office Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of barrel office chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and animal skin, all barrel office chairs available were constructed with great care. There are 117 antique and vintage barrel office chairs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 4 modern editions to choose from as well. Barrel office chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Barrel office chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Georgian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made barrel office chairs over the years, but those made by Chesterfield, Bjork Studio and Baker Furniture Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Barrel Office Chairs?

Prices for barrel office chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, barrel office chairs begin at $175 and can go as high as $21,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,800.

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.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

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 Barrel Office Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Barrel chairs are accent chairs that feature a curved back shaped like half of a barrel. In some cases, the back slopes down at the sides to form arms. Other pieces are armless or have separate rolled arms at the sides. You'll find a variety of barrel chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    Barrel chairs have high, semicircular backs which form a single piece with the arms.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The earliest barrel chairs are from is the era of the early 19th century. However, Frank Lloyd Wright created one of the most famous barrel chairs in 1937 as a part of his design for Wingspread, a home in Wind Point, Wisconsin. On 1stDibs, find a collection of barrel chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    No one knows who invented the barrel chair originally, or even where the chairs appeared first. They became popular during the mid to late 19th century, but it was Frank Lloyd Wright who made them famous when he designed an iconic version for Wingspread, a home he designed in Wind Point, Wisconsin. Wright also used his Taliesin Barrel chair to furnish his own home in Wisconsin. Shop a selection of barrel chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The most comfortable office chair is one that helps you sit at your desk comfortably, without harming your posture or causing back and joint pains. An uncomfortable office chair can lead to multiple problems such as lower back injuries and muscular strains. Hence, it is wise to choose the most comfortable option for your office chair. Shop a range of antique and vintage office chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are many kinds of office chairs -- it's really a matter of preference. on 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Modern, vintage, and antique office chairs suited towards your preferences
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    Office chairs should have armrests to support forearms and relieve strain on your shoulders and wrists.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Reupholster a barrel back chair by first removing the old upholstery from the chair. Use the old pieces of material as a guide to help you cut the new upholstery into properly sized pieces. Reupholster the chair by using a furniture stapler to re-secure the new upholstery in the same manner that the old upholstery was attached. Shop a range of vintage and contemporary barrel back chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between a computer chair and an office chair is generally the number of features they have. Computer chairs tend to be more basic pieces with adjustable seats. Office chairs may have more padding, multiple points of adjustment and decorative details, such as nailhead trim. Keep in mind that some people do use the terms office chair and computer chair interchangeably. Shop an assortment of office chairs and computer chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between an ergonomic chair and an office chair is the specificity of the term. Any chair designed for use at a work desk may be called an office chair. On the other hand, an ergonomic chair is designed to complement the contours of the human body to deliver optimal support and a high level of comfort. Although you'll often see the term ergonomic used to describe office chairs, other types of chairs, such as dining and lounge chairs, can also feature ergonomic designs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of office chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between a drafting chair and an office chair usually comes down to height. A standard office chair ordinarily has a seat height of 16 to 21 inches, making it ideally proportioned for a user to sit at a desk. Designed for use in front of tall angled drafting and drawing tables, drafting chairs typically feature seat heights of 24 to 32 inches. Explore a wide range of office chairs and drafting chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, many people feel that executive office chairs are worth it. Often, these chairs are generously proportioned and ergonomically designed to provide a comfortable seating experience. In addition, makers emphasize the form of executive chairs as much as their function, making pieces often pleasing to the eye and capable of enhancing the overall look of an office. Find a collection of executive office chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A good office chair should be comfortable with a high back, armrests and cushioned seating. Many leather office chairs can be called the best by different people depending on what appeals to them. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage leather office chairs.
  • SIMONINIApril 6, 2021
    The best option in this field you can have to sit comfortably for hours is the Aeron chair form Herman Miller, it is fully adjustable and variable in two sizes to fit your body perfectly, in the first day of use you can notice a huge difference in productivity from your office or home office. A more simple less expensive option in all sectors but still a good one is the ID Mesh from Vitra. Warranty is 10 years for the Vitra and 12 years for the Herman Miller.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The best executive office chair is really a matter of preference. When searching for the perfect office chair, it is important to consider both comfort level and style. On 1stDibs.com, you can shop a variety of different office chair styles.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A high back office chair has a tall backrest to provide support to both your back and neck. It helps minimize the risk of chronic neck and back problems. These chairs also come with wheels attached for ease of mobility. Shop a range of antique and vintage high back office chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Which office chair has the best cushion is largely a matter of personal preference. Some people prefer chairs with thicker cushions or like one type of filling material more than another. On 1stDibs, find a collection of office chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    At 1stdibs office chairs cost between $129 and $55,889

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    Lumbar support is support given to the lower back.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    There are many kinds of office chairs — it is a matter of preference. An office desk chair should have a few features such as adjustability in height, backrests and armrests, lumbar support, sufficient seat depth and width, sufficient padding in breathable material, and swivel and casters for easy movement. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office desk chairs today.