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Panton Junior Chair by Verner Panton Vitra 1967, Bright Orange Children
s Chair
By Verner Panton, Vitra
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
, and together they developed the chair for mass production. The first cantilevered stacking chair was
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Children s Furniture
Materials
Plastic
Pair of Brno Chairs in Green
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful pair of Brno chairs. The cantilevered frame is a single piece of tubular chromed steel
Category
Vintage 1970s American Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
$1,595 / set
Tubular Steel Chair Model No. 1242 by Rudolf Vichr, 1930s
By Rudolf Vichr
Located in Reichenschwand, DE
functional yet artistic approach of the era.
This cantilever chair remains in its original condition
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
Mücke
Melder dining 2 chairs
table set, 40
s
By Mücke
Melder
Located in Poznań, PL
- as many of their furniture were.
The set contains 2 cantilever chairs and a table. All elements set
Category
Vintage 1940s Czech Bauhaus Dining Room Sets
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$1,436 / set
Rare Set of Sabrina Dining Table and Chairs by Gastone Rinaldi
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Northbrook, IL
the 6 Cantilever Chairs Measures 20"W x 20"D x 31.5"H and have Original Pale Cordovan Leather Cushions
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chrome, Stainless Steel
Armchairs, Robert Haussmann for De Sede
By Robert Haussmann
Located in Singapore, SG
Armchairs designed by Roberts Haussmann for De Sede. The chairs feature a cantilever design and
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
$2,000 / item
Gustaf Axel Berg "Peter" Bentwood and Boucle Armchair, 1960s
By Gustaf Axel Berg
Located in Portland, OR
Gorgeous 1960's midcentury "Peter" armchair designed by Gustaf Axel Berg. The chair features a
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Bentwood
Mies MR Chaise Lounge for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Weissenhof exhibit in Stuttgart, Germany. The chair’s cantilevered design uses tubular steel, then a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Chrome
1970s Italian Carrara Marble Dining Table and Chair Set
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
matching cantilever chairs.
The table is in vintage condition. Some marks and scratches as to be
Category
20th Century Italian Tables
Materials
Carrara Marble, Chrome
Set of 4 Cantilever Chairs by Mart Stam for Fasem
By Mart Stam, Fasem International
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
The cantilever chair was designed by Mart Stam in 1926, inspired by this great design Marcel Breuer
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Mr10 Cantilever Chairs in Leather, for Thonet
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Beirut, LB
Set of two MR10 cantilever chairs by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe for Thonet, from the Bauhaus movement
Category
Late 20th Century German Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Brown Leather Chrome-Plated Tubular Steel Cantilever Chair Mart Stam Style
By Mart Stam
Located in IT
Frame chrome-plated tubular steel cantilever chair made according the famous iconic chair S33
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian International Style Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Very Rare Cantilever Leather Chairs by Herbert Ohl for Matteo Grassi
By Matteo Grassi, Herbert Ohl
Located in München, DE
Pair of very rare cantilever leather chairs by Herbert Ohl model Ballerina.
Manufactured by Matteo
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, MR10 Cantilever Chair, Black Leather for Thonet, 1927
By Thonet, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Munster, NRW
Set of 6 MR10 cantilever chairs by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe for Thonet.
Mies Van der Rohe first
Category
Vintage 1970s German Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Set of Mr10 Cantilever Chairs in Black, Italy, 1960s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
of a cantilevered chair with a tubular steel frame. The cantilevered chair had a curved frame that
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of Four MR10 Cantilever Chairs by L. Mies Van der Rohe for Knoll Int.
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
Inspired by the cantilever chairs of Mart Stam and Marcel Breuer, Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe replaced
Category
Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe set of MR10 Cantilever Chairs in Chocolate Brown, 1960s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Voorburg, NL
cantilevered chair with a tubular steel frame. The cantilevered chair had a curved frame that exploited the
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Four Black Italian Sabrina Chairs and Glass Table by Gastone Rinaldi
By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA
Located in Hilversum, NL
during the 1970s. The cantilevered chairs feature chromed tubular steel frames and cushions covered with
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Rare Swing Chairs Jutta and Herbert Ohl for Rosenthal Studio Linie, 1982
By Rosenthal, Jutta and Herbert Ohl
Located in München, DE
1982. Made in Germany.
The cantilever chairs are made of red painted spring steel.
In 1982 the
Category
Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Matteo Grassi MG dining chairs by Mart Stam
By Mart Stam, Matteo Grassi
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This classic cantilever set of two MG15 chairs in black saddle leather is in first-class condition
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
4 Iconic Italian Sabrina Chairs by Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA, 1970s
By RIMA, Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Den Haag, NL
of four Sabrina Black leather chairs is from the 1970s production. The cantilevered chairs feature
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
Spoleto Chairs by Ufficio Tecnico for Knoll, Italy, 1970s
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll, Mart Stam, Ufficio Tecnico Reguitti
Located in Antwerp, BE
.
The Spoleto Chair is a testament to the evolution of the cantilever chair design. Originating with
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Six ‘Cesca’ B32 Side Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Thonet
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
was inspired by the cantilever chair of Mart Stam, who designed it already in 1926.
The first
Category
Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Art Deco Cantilever Lounge Chair, Europe ca 1930s
Located in Utrecht, NL
cantilevered chair has fascinated designers and consumers alike for the past 100 years. Unlike most chairs
Category
Vintage 1930s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Marcel Breuer Original Set of 4 Model-S64 Chairs by Thonet
By Thonet, Marcel Breuer
Located in The Hague, NL
Weimar. The cantilever chair was produced from 1930 by Thonet and is one of the best-seller of the
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1 Stainless Steel Flat Bar Mies Van Der Rohe Brno Chair for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pasadena, TX
chair with a tubular steel frame. The cantilevered chair had a curved frame that exploited the aesthetic
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Tecta D35 Kinetic Bauhaus leather lounge chair by Anton Lorenz
By Anton Lorenz
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
design and tubular steel furniture. He took up the idea of the cantilever chair by Mart Stam and
Category
Vintage 1980s German Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Mart Stam S33 Design Cantilever Tubular Steel and Faux Leather Chairs, 1970s
By Mart Stam, Fasem International
Located in Zagreb, HR
An absolute design classic among the cantilever chairs - the S33 cantilever chair designed by Mart
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Vintage Brass Barcelona Chairs Designed by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pasadena, TX
versions of a cantilevered chair with a tubular steel frame. The cantilevered chair had a curved frame that
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Brass Barcelona Chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pasadena, TX
versions of a cantilevered chair with a tubular steel frame. The cantilevered chair had a curved frame that
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
1 Midcentury Knoll Brno Stainless Tubular Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pasadena, TX
versions of a cantilevered chair with a tubular steel frame. The cantilevered chair had a curved frame that
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Knoll Barcelona Stainless Steel Lounge Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pasadena, TX
chair with a tubular steel frame. The cantilevered chair had a curved frame that exploited the aesthetic
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
VERNER PANTON PLYWOOD CANTILEVER CHAIR
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Description: Verner Panton chair model 275 , the Cantilever or "S" chair designed in 1965 for A
Category
Vintage 1960s German Chairs
VERNER PANTON PLYWOOD CANTILEVER CHAIR
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Verner Panton chair model 275 , the Cantilever or "S" chair designed in 1965 for A. Sommer in
Category
Vintage 1960s German Chairs
Set of 4 Iconic Vintage Mart Stam S33 Design Cantilever Dining Chairs, 1970s
By Mart Stam
Located in Zagreb, HR
An absolute design classic among the cantilever chairs - the S33 cantilever chair designed by Mart
Category
Vintage 1970s European Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Iconic Bauhaus
MR10
Style Cantilever Chairs, Mies Van Der Rohe, 90s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Zagreb, HR
An absolute design classic among the cantilever chairs - the MR10 cantilever chair designed by Mies
Category
Vintage 1980s German Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Cantilever Chair B 263 by Thonet in the 1930s, Bauhaus
By Thonet
Located in Wien, AT
This chrome-plated tubular steel chair was produced by Thonet Frankenberg in the early 1930s.
Very
Category
Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 12 Marko cantilever industrial chairs, The Netherlands
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Big set of sturdy cantilever chairs produced by Marko.
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Industrial Side Chairs
Set of Six Chrome and Leather Tubular Dining Armchairs, KEM Weber
Located in Shippensburg, PA
An original interpretation of the cantilever chair, this gorgeous chromed steel tubular chair is a
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Vintage French Cantilever Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
These stylish chrome chairs exemplify the spirit of French post-war modernism. They are sleekly
Category
Mid-20th Century French Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$1,900 / item
Mid Century Chrome Tubular Cantilever accent Chair in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
cantilever chrome base. The pattern is a fun southwest geometric print on the inside of the chair and blue
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Cantilever Lounge Chair and Ottoman in the style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Oversized cantilever barrel chair and ottoman with chrome finish in the style of Milo Baughman
Category
Vintage 1970s American Lounge Chairs
White Vinyl
Chrome Model SS33 Style Cantilever Chair
By Anton Lorenz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step into the realm of vintage furniture with our white vinyl and chrome tube cantilever chair
Category
Vintage 1980s American Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mcm Chrome Cantilevered Lounge Chairs in the Manner of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style chrome lounge chair
Vintage modern heavy chrome lounge
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Chrome Cantilever Lounge Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Raleigh, NC
A very cool pair of mid century chrome cantilever lounge chairs by flair. These are very much in
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs Thonet Cantilever Chairs Woven Cane Chrome
By Thonet, Marcel Breuer
Located in Basel, BS
revolutionary use of tubular steel. He created the versatile, bestselling cantilever chair S 32, which has been
Category
Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Pair of Monumental Scale Cantilevered Tub Chairs in the style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of monumental scale cantilevered tub chairs in the style of Milo Baughman with chrome bases
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Set of 3 Mid-Century Modern Chrome Cantilever Upholstered Chairs
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
chairs. A solid cantilever base supports these beauties and gives a lovely Mid-Century Modern feel
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Bauhaus B33 Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Thonet
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Gloucester, GB
a cantilevered base, a fundamental break from the traditional use of chair legs. However it was not
Category
Vintage 1950s German Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Steel
$4,804 / set
Cantilever Chair in Steel and Eco-Fur Italian Design, 1970s
Located in taranto, IT
Particular original vintage cantilever chair from the 70s, consisting of a chromed metal frame
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mies van der Rohe MR Cantilever Chairs, 2
Located in Astoria, NY
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (German, 1886-1969) 'MR' modern cantilever chairs, the curved frames with
Category
Antique 19th Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Metal
1970s Upholstered Cantilevered Chrome Dining Chairs in the Style of M. Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of four red upholstered sling style cantilevered arm chairs with bent tubular chrome frames
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Cane Bentwood Cantilever Dining Chair in the Style of Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Lovely cane seat and back dining chair in the style of Thonet. Chrome cantilever base and cane
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage German Cubic Black Leather Bauhaus Cantilever Chair, 1960s, Set of 5
By Mart Stam
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of five cantilever chairs was manufactured in Germany during the 1960s. This chairs are
Category
Vintage 1960s German Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 6 Post Modern DIA Purple Abstract Fabric Cantilever Rolling Dining Chairs
By Design Institute America
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A set of 6 DIA cantilever dining chairs. A wonderful set of playful post modern chairs. These
Category
20th Century American Chairs
Materials
Polyester
Set of Eight Cantilevered Leather Chairs in the Manner of Mies van der Rohe
Located in New York, NY
A set of eight cantilevered leather chairs in the manner of Mies van der Rohe, great vintage brown
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Dining Room Chairs
Cantilever Lounge Chair Nr. 31 by Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cantilever; Lounge Chair; Armchair; nr. 31; Alvar Aalto; Finland; 1930s; Finnish Architect
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch, Plywood
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The Cantilever Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic the cantilever chair available at 1stDibs. A the cantilever chair — often made from metal, chrome and fabric — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a the cantilever chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A the cantilever chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Industrial styles are sought with frequency. Milo Baughman, Cal-Style and Carsons each produced at least one beautiful the cantilever chair that is worth considering.
How Much is a The Cantilever Chair?
The average selling price for a the cantilever chair at 1stDibs is $2,250, while they’re typically $300 on the low end and $10,000 for the highest priced.
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 The Cantilever Chair
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024The history of the cantilever chair dates back to 1926. It was then that Mart Stam created a sketch of a new idea for a chair on the back of a dinner napkin at a cocktail party. His drawing inspired Ludwig Mies van der Rohe to create his own version of the chair. This led to a legal battle between the two. Other designers, such as Marcel Breuer, began experimenting with the cantilever design, and today, many manufacturers continue to employ the cantilever design in their pieces. Explore a large collection of cantilever chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024How a cantilever chair works comes down to its unique design. Instead of having four legs, a cantilever chair features a single leg or pair of legs in an L shape. The leg or legs attach to the seat in the front and then travel along the floor to provide stability. When a person sits down, their weight becomes distributed across the entire base. On 1stDibs, find a range of cantilever chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Here are some characteristics of a cantilever chair: Most feature two front legs and no back legs. The legs bend at the bottom, creating a stable base for the chair. Typically, cantilever chairs feature tubular metal frames and have two arms. However, you can find some armless examples. The seats and backrests often have a boxy appearance and can feature a range of materials, such as wicker, leather, fiberglass, molded plastic or fabric upholstery. Explore a variety of cantilever chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A cantilever chair typically features a frame of tubular metal. Most often, tubular steel is used, though tubular chrome has also been used. The seat and back can be crafted of many materials, from rattan to leather or fabric. Browse 1stDibs to find an array of cantilever chairs from top sellers.
- What is a cantilever seat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cantilever seats are chairs that have a uniquely designed base. Instead of featuring four legs, a cantilever chair has two tubular metal legs in the front. They travel straight down and then bend inward, continuing to the back of the chair where a crossbar joins them. The name of the seat comes from bridge construction and architecture. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cantilever chairs.
- What is a cantilever table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A cantilever table has a horizontal slab that is only given support at one end. It is a small tabletop mounted on a “C”-shaped base. Find a variety of antique and vintage cantilever tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can make a cantilever table from a variety of materials, though wood may be the simplest. It is best to find a set of building plans to follow, as there are many different styles of cantilever tables. It is vital to build this commonly U-shaped table with a sturdy base to support the top. Shop a variety of cantilever tables from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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 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.
- 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 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.
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