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Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder for Tomlinson
By Harvey Probber, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern lounge chair John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder for Tomlinson.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Pair Barrel Back Striped Wool Blend Upholstery Lounge Chairs Gibbings Style MINT
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Barrel Back Striped Wool Blend Upholstery Lounge Chairs Gibbings Style MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Swedish Art Deco, Set of 4 Klismos Chairs in Birch
Elm, Griffin Inlays, 1930s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Odense, DK
A set of four exquisite dining chairs from the 1930s, crafted in solid elm with elegantly curved
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bone, Fabric, Bakelite, Birch, Elm
Tomlinson Sophisticate Lounge Chair by Erwin Lambeth
By Tomlinson/Erwin-Lambeth Furniture Company, Heritage-Henredon, John Lubberts and Lambert Mulder, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
Tomlinson Sophisticate Lounge Chair by Erwin Lambeth or Lubberts+Mulder
Some wear to the wood
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood
Peter Ghyczy Side tables model T 24 from the 1970s.
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Oirlo, LI
Step into the world of iconic 1970s design with the Peter Ghyczy T24 table set. These vintage tables are more than furniture—they are a statement of artistry and craftsmanship. Desig...
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Harvey Probber Spoon-back Slipper Chairs, 1960s, Pair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Harvey Probber, Edward Wormley
Located in Raleigh, NC
Beautiful sculptural pair of mahogany slipper chairs from Harvey Probber. A wonderful combination
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Mahogany
Sculptural Solid Maple Carved Dining Chairs by Cushman Contemporary of Vermont
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Hudson, NY
Lovely solid hard rock maple chairs manufactured by Cushman of Vermont. These chairs are quite rare
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Maple
Dutch 1960s Lounge Chairs in Solid Wenge Wood and New Pure Wool Upholstery
By
t Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser, Hein Stolle
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Very nice engineered and constructed pair of Dutch lounge chairs that are most likely a design by
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Minimalist Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool, Foam, Wenge
$3,040 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Niall O
Flynn galvanized metal "Rascal" dining chairs for Spectrum, 1997
By Niall O
Flynn,
t Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4, extremely rare Niall O'Flynn galvanized metal "Rascal" dining chairs for Spectrum, 1997
Category
1990s Dutch Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Wire
Pair of Cushman Furniture Co. Early American Carved Wood Captain
s Dining Chairs
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in East Freetown, MA
Pair of Cushman Furniture Company carved wood early American style captains chairs (with arms
Category
Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
$528 Sale Price
34% Off
Set of 6 Sabre Leg Dining Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare and Iconic set of 6 Mid Century Sabre Leg Dining Chairs by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Two Robsjohn Gibbings For Widdicomb Dining Chairs
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Pasadena, TX
A set of two dining chairs designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and made by Widdicomb. Bleached
Category
Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Mid-Century Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Lounge Chair (MR15029)
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Conant Ball, Leslie Diamond
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball chair.
Classic lounge armchair in the style of TH Robsjohn
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Maple
$1,520 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Style Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Ernst Martin Dettinger, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Miami, FL
Offered are six (6) upholstered dining chairs that were imported from a private estate sale held in
Category
Mid-20th Century Argentine Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Walnut
$1,250 / item
Sedia a dondolo vintage anni 80 "T-Line" design Burkhard Vogtherr per Arflex
By Burkhard Vogtherr, Arflex
Located in None, IT
Sedia a dondolo con struttura in metallo e schiuma, rivestimento in tessuto giallo, gambe e braccioli in gomma nera. Modello “T-Line” disegnato da Burkhard Vogtherr per Arflex, anni ...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
$1,746 Sale Price
20% Off
Sedia a dondolo vintage anni 80 "T-Line" design Burkhard Vogtherr per Arflex
By Burkhard Vogtherr, Arflex
Located in None, IT
Sedia a dondolo con struttura in metallo e schiuma, rivestimento in tessuto azzurro, gambe e braccioli in gomma nera. Modello “T-Line” disegnato da Burkhard Vogtherr per Arflex, anni...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Metal
$1,746 Sale Price
20% Off
Little Petra VB1 in Walnut
All Colors Karakorum
Customer
s Choice
for&T
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
, interiors and environments. Low to the ground, open and embracing, it embodies the essence of a lounge chair
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of Little PetraVB1 Sheepskin Moonlight/Walnut, by Viggo Boesen for &T
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
, interiors and environments. Low to the ground, open and embracing, it embodies the essence of a lounge chair
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Sheepskin
Restored Historic Paul T.Frankl Hand Made 5- Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Extremely rare, museum-quality five-strand square pretzel Chaise Lounge chair was designed by Paul
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Set of Little Petra in Walnut
All Colors Karakorum
Customer
s Choice
for&T
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
, interiors and environments. Low to the ground, open and embracing, it embodies the essence of a lounge chair
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Set of Little Petra in Walnut
All Colors Karakorum
Customer
s Choice
for &T
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
, interiors and environments. Low to the ground, open and embracing, it embodies the essence of a lounge chair
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Set 4 Gibbings Widdicomb Dining Chairs New Alcantera Faux Suede Upholstery MINT!
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set 4 Gibbings Widdicomb Dining Chairs New Alcantera Faux Suede Upholstery MINT!
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ultrasuede, Walnut
Little Petra VB1
Pouf in Oak
All Colors Hallingdal
Customer
s Choice
for&T
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
, interiors and environments. Low to the ground, open and embracing, it embodies the essence of a lounge chair
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Arts and Crafts Amsterdamse School Set of Six Chairs by Jac. Van den Bosch, 1909
By Jac van den Bosch,
t Binnenhuis
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of six dining room chairs, Amsterdamse School, historical museum worthy quality, Dutch design
Category
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$12,057 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Extraordinary ALL ARMS Set of 12 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950. A set of this size of
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Historic Hand Made 4-strand Square Pretzel Rattan lounge By Paul T. Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This Extremely rare, museum-quality four-strand square pretzel Lounge chair was designed by Paul T
Category
Vintage 1930s Philippine Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Rattan
$24,000 Sale Price
25% Off
Paul T. Frankl 5-Strand Square Pretzel Square-Back 3-Seat Sofa (unrestored)
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This rare, museum-quality five-strand square pretzel square-back three-seat sofa was designed by Paul T. Frankl using the highest-quality rattan poles and reeds available and is in i...
Category
Vintage 1930s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
$48,375 Sale Price
25% Off
Set of Six Dining Chairs by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional set of 6 dining chairs by noted mid century designer, Robsjohn Gibbings, for Widdicomb
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
$4,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Extraordinary Set of 12 Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, Custom Cane Back
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
vintage chair. Expert custom upholstery service is available.
The rarest of the rare: an exceptional
Category
Vintage 1940s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Mid 20th Century Italian Inlaid Hardwood Savonarola Chair
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A mid 20th Century Italian chair, known as a Savonarola chair, named after a 14th-century monk
Category
20th Century Italian Other Chairs
Materials
Wood
Extraordinary Set of 12 Klismos Side Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, Cane Back
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Spanish Hand-Carved Brutalist Fireside Chair with Studded Seating
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible hand-carved fireside chair with studded seating. This ornate piece displays Spanish
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Metal
Martin Visser Modernist Chair SE20 Spectrum, 1988
By Martin Visser
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare modernist side chair designed by Martin Visser and manufactured by ’t Spectrum Bergeyk, 1988
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Plywood
Extraordinary Set of 14 Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, Custom Cane Back
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in
Category
Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Breathtaking Restored Set of 8 Arm Dining Chairs by Gibbings, Cane Backs
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in
Category
Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
All Arms, Incredible Set of 14 Klismos Chairs by Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in
Category
Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Breathtaking Restored Set of 14 of Klismos Dining Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Extraordinary Set of 12 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1950
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Extraordinary Set of 14 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1950
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
All Arms, Extraordinary Set of 8 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
All Arms, Extraordinary Set of 14 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Set of 2 Little Petra
Pouf in Sheepskin M/Walnut by Viggo Boesen for &T
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Dubai, AE
, interiors and environments. Low to the ground, open and embracing, it embodies the essence of a lounge chair
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Sheepskin
Raoul Guys Attributed Dining Chairs Airborne France 1950
By Raoul Guys
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Fantastic set of 6 dining chairs attributed to Raoul Guys, manufactured by Airborne France 1950
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Unique American Art Deco Side or Boudoir Chair
Located in North Bergen, NJ
This 1930s American Art Deco chair practically invites you to plop down and relax. It is unusual
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Chairs
All ARMS, Stellar Set of 14 of Klismos Dining Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Martin Visser Modernist Prototype Chair SE20 Spectrum, 1988
By Martin Visser
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare prototype side chair designed by Martin Visser and manufactured by ’t Spectrum Bergeyk 1988
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Plywood
Rare Arm / Desk Chair, Harry Østergaard, Randers Møbelfabrik, Denmark, c. 1960s
By Harry Østergaard
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare, arm/desk chair in teak by Harry Østergaard for Randers Møbelfabrik, crafted in
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak
Slide Chair – Limited Edition in Recycled Aluminum by Studio Yann Gandon
Located in København S, DK
The Slide Chair reimagines industrial remnants into sculptural design. Built from offcuts of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Antique LIMBERT Chair
Rocker Rare Find - Stickley Era - W5128/W5129
By Charles Limbert
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a very rare pair of antique Charles Limbert pieces - Chair & Rocker Set. They are signed
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cotton, Upholstery, Oak
$3,920 Sale Price
20% Off
Sculptural Danish Mid-Century Modern Chair, Denmark ca 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Danish Modern designers are the undisputed masters of mid-century modern chair design. As this
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Vintage Cognac Leather P40 Chairs by Vegni
Gualtierotti for Fasem
By Fasem International, Giancarlo Vegni
G. Gualtierotti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of vintage cognac leather P40 chairs by Giancarlo Vegni & Gianfranco Gualtierotti for Fasem
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Contemporary Art Deco Chair, Special Edition, IKB Blue, Customizable
By Jeroen Thys van den Audenaerde, barh.design
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
Our barh chair 01 is a classic contemporary design with the finest details. Inspired by the Art
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Metal, Brass, Bronze
Antique Asante (Ashanti)
Akonkromfi
Chief
s Throne Chair, Ghana, 19th Century
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE WEST AFRICAN CHAIR
Made from hand-carved hardwood with a leather seat and embellished
Category
Antique 19th Century Ghanaian Baroque Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of four vintage Italian ecclesiastical chairs with kneeler
Located in Milano, IT
air. In this sacred space, four vintage Italian ecclesiastical chairs from the 1940s await, each one a
Category
Vintage 1930s Chairs
Materials
Wood
$2,373 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Bee Boo Bop Chair in Gypsum
Fiberglass by Brent Warr Studios
By Brent Warr
Located in Bainbridge, GA
The robotic form of this occasional chair is reflected in its name, the Bee Boo Bop Chair. Painted
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Fiberglass, Plaster, Hardwood, Paint
Revers Chair by Andrea Branzi for Cassina Italian Design 1993
By Andrea Branzi, Cassina
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Timeless piece of design history – the Pre-loved Revers Chair by Andrea Branzi for Cassina. This
Category
1990s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Grape Vine Wrought Iron Lounge Chairs - A Pair
By Russell Woodard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic pair of vintage lounge chairs, this set is a perfect fusion of Mid-Century Modern lines
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
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T Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the t chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each t chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. If you’re shopping for a t chair, we have 131465 options in-stock, while there are 9017 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect t chair — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A t chair, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made t chair over the years, but those crafted by Hans J. Wegner, Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a T Chair?
A t chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,497, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $3,500,000.
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 T Chair
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell if a chair is an Eames chair, take a look under the seat or cushion. Authentic Eames lounge chairs are manufactured by Herman Miller and Vitra. If your Eames chair is a Herman Miller original, look for the legendary manufacturer’s specific logomarks on the product (these logomarks can be found on the company’s official website). There is also the manufacturing label, which is usually found under the seat or cushion (unless a former owner removed it). All of the classic Herman Miller designs are paired with a certificate of authenticity. Some designs may also have a medallion attached to certify their authenticity. You can then check trusted online resources to determine if the information on the label is correct for the style of chair (and more info on its construction is available on the official Eames website). You won’t see screws outside of the wood shells on an authentic Eames lounge chair, and prior to the 1970s, original vintage Eames lounge chairs were made with no more than five layers of plywood (during the 1970s, the chairs were made with seven layers). Find a variety of authentic Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A club chair is called a club chair because the accent chairs became popular in the interior décor of gentleman's clubs in France. The original name for the club chair is “fauteuil confortable," which translates to "comfortable chair." You'll find a collection of club chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The difference between an Adirondack chair and a Muskoka chair can be easily explained in that garden armchairs are called Adirondack in the USA and Muskoka in Canada. While they both have short legs, bent reclining seats, wide armrests and high backs, the Adirondack chair is 2 inches higher from the floor and 2 inches wider. The Adirondack chair uses a flat yoke at the back while Muskoka might use curved yokes. Shop for an Adirondack chair or Muskoka chair on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between a side chair and a Parsons chair is style. A side chair is a very commonly used dining chair. The form of a side chair may vary, but the constant is the lack of armrests to keep hands free for eating and to save space at the table. A Parsons chair is a type of side chair that features upholstery on the seat and back. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The 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 ExpertOctober 7, 2024Shape is the main difference between a club chair and a wing chair. Normally, a wing chair has a tall back that wraps inwards, making it look as if a pair of wings frames the chair. Club chairs tend to be lower, boxier and flanked by wide arms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of club chairs and wing chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between dining chairs and accent chairs is primarily their function. Generally, dining chairs are used in dining areas, where they provide comfortable seating for people to use while eating at tables. You'll normally find accent chairs in seating areas and other parts of the home, where users can sit on them while they read, make conversation or enjoy other relaxing activities. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between an occasional chair and an accent chair comes down to usage. An occasional chair is a decorative chair that is placed in a room for its look rather than to function as an everyday seating solution. As a result, occasional chairs may be used infrequently. An accent chair is any decorative chair placed in a seating area. They can be used only occasionally or on a daily basis. Explore a wide variety of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair pertains to purpose. Typically, a lounge chair is wider and deeper than an accent chair and tends to have a thicker cushion. These stylistic differences owe to the fact that lounge chairs are meant to provide luxurious, comfortable seating for long periods of time, while accent chairs are more often intended to add visual appeal to a living room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between a Morris chair and a Stickley chair comes down to origins and characteristics. A Morris chair gets its name from William Morris, one of the founders of the British company Morris, Marshall, Faulkner Co. During the late 1860s, the company began producing the Morris chair, which has a reclining seat back and an intricately carved wood frame. This design spread to the U.S., where it was seen by Gustav Stickley. Drawing inspiration from it, Stickley produced the Stickley chair in 1904. Like the Morris chair, the piece has a reclining back but a simpler slatted frame that aligns with the American Arts and Crafts design style. Due to its origins, some people call the Stickley chair the Stickley Morris chair or the Mission Morris chair. Explore a collection of Stickley chairs and Morris chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The difference between a task chair and an executive chair is that most task chairs will have adjustable seat height as well as swivel and tilt functions. Task chairs are lightweight and mobile but are not intended for long periods of continuous use. Executive chairs are meant to be more comfortable and are usually designed with high backrests. An executive chair is intended for long periods of use compared to a task chair, which in some cases may be armless and isn’t going to provide the premium comfort that can be expected from an executive chair. Task chairs are also typically less expensive than executive chairs. Find a variety of antique, modern and contemporary task chairs and executive chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The 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.
- What is a Parsons chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A Parsons chair is a type of dining chair. It features four wooden legs with a slight taper. In some cases, the front legs may be turned. The chairs also tend to have high rectangular backs and lightly padded seats, both clad in upholstery. The name Parsons chair refers to the Parsons School of Design in Paris, France, where students first developed the now iconic chair during the 1930s. Shop an assortment of Parsons chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a mushroom chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023More than one type of seating is identified as a mushroom chair. Some people refer to Papasan chairs with round cushions placed in a metal or wicker frame as mushroom chairs. In addition, antique chairs of the 17th century with round finials on their posts are sometimes called mushroom chairs. The most common mentions of mushroom chairs, however, refer to the work of venturesome French furniture designer Pierre Paulin, who created a curvy chair upholstered in Pop art fabrics called the Mushroom for Artifort in 1960. Shop a selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a plank chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022“Plank chair” can have different meanings. The term sometimes refers to wooden dining chairs produced in the U.S. in the mid 19th century. In addition, it can refer to a minimalist chair composed out of several flat wooden planks. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Plank chairs.
- What is a recliner chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024A recliner chair is an armchair that moves in such a way that a user can sit with their feet elevated. Usually controlled by a button or lever, the recliner mechanism simultaneously raises the footrest and tilts the backrest. Sofas, loveseats and sectionals may also include recliner functionality. Find a range of recliner chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is an angel chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023An angel chair can refer to one of two kinds of chairs. The first is a piece created by Fratelli Boffi, featuring a gold leaf-finished wood frame that has a curvy shape similar to angel wings. Another angel chair is a design by Brazilian artist Alê Jordão. Made from repurposed Volkswagen Beetle car parts painted silver, the chair features a dramatically curved back resembling angel wings. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
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