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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
Cantilever Chair by Miroslav Navratil with Exclusive 100% Merino wool
By Miroslav Navratil
Located in Wien, AT
Cantilever chair from the 1950s by the famous architect and designer Miroslav Navratil (1913-1999
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Plywood, Walnut, Wool
1960s Bauhaus style chrome and leather cantilever chair by Heinrich Pfalzberger
Located in Highclere, Newbury
Very rare Bauhaus style chrome and brown saddle leather cantilever chair designed by Heinrich
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Tubular Steel Classic Thonet S64V Cantilever Armchair
By Marcel Breuer, Thonet, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in New York, NY
The first cantilever chair in furniture history. Cubic form, clear design, Fine proportions, and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Bauhaus Tubular Cantilevered Dining Chairs by Mart Stam
By Mart Stam, Marcel Breuer
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Originally purchased in the 80s, these cantilevered chairs by Mart Stam and Marcel Breuer have aged
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Cantilever Tubular Steel Chairs, Czech Bauhaus by Mücke-Melder, 1930s
By Mücke
Melder
Located in Wien, AT
is one of the most famous cantilever steel tubular chairs from former Czechoslovakia.
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Cantilever Tubular Steel Chairs, Czech Bauhaus by MüCke-Melder, 1930s
By Mücke
Melder
Located in Wien, AT
Bauhaus style. The Model FN 21 is one of the most famous cantilever steel tubular chairs from former
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Thonet Bauhaus Style Reverse Cantilever Chairs in Chrome Black Cane by Umanoff
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome pair of reverse cantilever chairs in the style of Bauhaus and Marcel Breuer of chrome tube
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Bauhaus Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Mid Century Cantilevered Scoop Chairs - Style of Milo Baughman, c1970s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Presenting an exceptional pair of vintage mid-century cantilevered scoop chairs in the manner of
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Four Italian Postmodern Cantilevered Chrome Tube Dining Chairs
By Mart Stam
Located in Miami, FL
cantilevered chairs by Mart Stam, circa 1980s.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Modern Chrome
Brown Chenille Cantilever Chair in Style Brno by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage modern chrome & brown chenille cantilever chair in the style of Brno by Knoll
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Rare and early S 43 cantilever chair by Mart Stam
By Vichr
Co., Mart Stam
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Czechoslovakia in the 1930s. Bauhaus cantilever chair with a sturdy tubular steel frame, showcasing vintage charm
Category
Vintage 1920s Czech Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Set of 4 Tubular Frame Cantilever Dining Chairs, Italy, 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
The extremely comfortable and amazing set of 4 mid-century chairs were made in Italy in the 1970s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-century Cantilever Office or Dining Chair, Italy 1980s, Cesca B32
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Extremely comfortable and stylish chair Cesca B32. The design was developed by Marcel Breuer in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
6 Mies van der Rohe Cantilever MR10 Chairs in Chrome
Black Saddle Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Gavina
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Set of 6 MR 10 cantilever chairs (256cs) by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. This set is made in high
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Metal, Steel
8 x Matteo Grassi Leather Cantilever Dining Chairs by Mart Stam, Italy 1970
By Mart Stam, Matteo Grassi
Located in DE MEERN, NL
? Look no further than the Cantilever Black Leather Dining Chairs by Mart Stam for Matteo Grassi! These
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1920 Cantilevered Chrome Armchairs with black leather sling seat
By Mart Stam
Located in Houston, TX
style were the first cantilevered chairs in furniture history. Starting in 1925, Stam experimented with
Category
Vintage 1920s European Bauhaus Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 4 Tubular Frame and Cane Cantilever Zigzag Dining Chairs, Italy, 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Extremely comfortable and amazing chairs Cesca style. The design was developed by Marcel Breuer in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 4 Mart Stam / Thonet Cantilever Chairs, Model ‘S 33’, Mid Century, 1970s
By Mart Stam, Thonet
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful set of four cantilever dining chairs designed by Mart Stam for Thonet in the 1970s
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Memphis Style Dining Set
Located in Pasadena, CA
cantilevered chairs have black vinyl seats and tubular steel frames lacquer in the same teal color as the table
Category
Late 20th Century American Memphis Group Dining Room Sets
Materials
Steel
$3,200
A Pair of Mies van der Rohe
MR20
Cantilevered Armchairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of vintage 'MR20' cantilevered cane armchairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International
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Mid-20th Century American Bauhaus Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Postmodern Zig Zag Chair in the Style of Gerrit Reitveld
By Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chair. The chair has a cantilevered seat and is made from Pine. It features exposed dowels and dovetail
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Corner Chairs
Materials
Wood, Pine
Alvar Aalto 31 Lounge Chair for the Paimio Sanitorium, Finland, 1931
By Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
its completion. The chairs cantilevered seating relies on the strength of the bent birch ply wood it
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch
Verner Panton Chair Classic for Vitra
By Verner Panton, Vitra
Located in Antwerp, BE
search for a cantilever chair made entirely of plastic. The chair in gloss lacquered rigid foam stands
Category
Early 2000s European Space Age Chairs
Materials
Foam
$600 / item
Scandinavian cantilever chair from the 1970s
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This extraordinary cantilever chair, in a very special shape, comes in very good condition. The
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Mart Stam Set of Two S34 Chairs, Italy 1970s
By Mart Stam
Located in Naples, IT
this style were the first cantilevered chairs in furniture history. Starting in 1925, Stam experimented
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$2,633 / set
Verner Panton Classic Chairs in Red 2 Available
By Verner Panton, Vitra
Located in Hudson, NY
developed the idea of a plastic cantilever chair. However, manufacturers did not want to pursue this daring
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
$1,200 / item
Marce Breur Midcentury Chairs Model Cesca by Thonet, 1970s
By Marcel Breuer, Thonet
Located in bari, IT
Born from the idea of reinterpreting the Mart Stam cantilever chair, reducing the tubular and
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Classic "Bachelor" Linen Chair by Verner Panton, circa 1960
By Verner Panton
Located in Brussels, BE
cantilevered chair made from a single piece of plastic.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Four Vintage Bauhaus-Style Cane and Steel Side Chairs
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
. Joining traditional with modern, the cantilevered form gives the chair added flexibility and comfort.
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Ballerina chairs by Herbert Ohl for Matteo Grassi, 1990
By Herbert Ohl, Matteo Grassi
Located in Piacenza, Italy
combination of minimalist elegance and functional innovation. Known for its cantilevered design, the chair
Category
1990s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage German Bauhaus Icon Black Leather
Chrome S33 Chair by Mart Stam, 1960s
By Thonet, Mart Stam
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
manufactory. Our piece comes from the 1960s. It is the first cantilever chair in the history. Mart Stam
Category
Vintage 1960s German Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set Dining Chair by Faleschini Guido Pace Tucroma Chrome Tubular Steel Leather
By Guido Faleschini, Pace Collection
Located in Telgte, DE
Set dining chair by Faleschini Guido Pace Tucroma chrome tubular steel leather cantilever.
The
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Sculpted Walnut California Studio Craft Chair Attributed to Larry Hunter, 1980
By Wendell Castle
Located in Coronado, CA
A sublime, one-of-a-kind, sculpted walnut, California studio craft chair attributed to San Diego
Category
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Yellow Space Age Modo 290 Chair by Steen Østergaard for Nielaus
By Steen Ostergaard, Nielaus
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This iconic Modo 290 cantilever chair was designed by architect and designer Steen Østergaard in
Category
2010s Danish Space Age Chairs
Materials
Textile, Plastic
Yellow Space Age Modo 290 Chair by Steen Østergaard for Nielaus
By Steen Ostergaard, Nielaus
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This iconic Modo 290 cantilever chair was designed by architect and designer Steen Østergaard in
Category
2010s Danish Space Age Chairs
Materials
Textile, Plastic
Set of Six Mid-Century Verner Panton Style Stacking Wicker Rattan Chairs
By Verner Panton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the first cantilever-designed, single-piece chair constructed entirely of plastic. The same bold style
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mies van der Rohe, set of six BRNO Chairs for Knoll, 1990s
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Renens, CH
cantilever chairs were originally designed during the 1930s for use in the dining room of the Tugendhat villa
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
1970s Gastone Rinaldi Chrome Chairs
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Toronto, ON
Stunning sculptural Gastone Rinaldi chrome chairs made Italy in the 1970s. These cantilevered arm
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$790 / item
Thonet by Jozef Gorcica
Andreas Krob Brown Fabric S78 Dining Chairs, Set of 2
By Thonet
Located in Basildon, London
modern take on the iconic Bauhaus cantilever chair.
Constructed from a tubular steel frame, which
Category
1990s German Chairs
Materials
Steel
Navy Blue Space Age Modo 290 Chairs by Steen Østergaard for Nielaus, Set of 4
By Steen Ostergaard, Nielaus
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of four iconic Modo 290 cantilever chairs was designed by architect and designer Steen
Category
2010s Danish Space Age Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Lou Hodges Lounge Chair by California Design Group
By Lou Hodges
Located in San Diego, CA
*Price includes restoration*
This is a beautiful cantilevered chair designed by Lou Hodges for
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Naugahyde, Oak
Rudolf Horn Konferstar Lounge Chairs Röhl, Germany, 1964
By Rudolf Horn 1
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
wanted to design a chair of his own. The Konferstar is the result of that, a way more elegant cantilever
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Marcel Breuer Bent Wood Long Chair by Isokon, 1960s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in London, GB
horizontal base framework that curves back to join the cantilevered leg-rest of the chair. The third
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch
Art Deco KEM Weber
Lloyd Pair of Tubular Chrome, Oak
Shearling Lounge Chairs
Located in Aspen, CO
sense of aerodynamic grace and functional elegance, the chairs feature a cantilevered tubular chrome
Category
Vintage 1930s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
High Back Lounge Chair and Foot Stool by COR, 1976
By Reinhold Adolf
Located in Berlin, Berlin
the Sinus cantilevered chair and footstool with metal frame and cream colored leather upholstery
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
High Back Lounge Chair and Foot Stool by COR, 1976
By Reinhold Adolf
Located in Berlin, Berlin
the Sinus cantilevered chair and footstool with metal frame and cream-colored suede upholstery. Super
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Completely Restored Marcel Breuer Cognac Leather Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Waalwijk, NL
cantilevered chair and matching ottoman. The chair holds long armrests that bend slightly towards the end
Category
Vintage 1920s German Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Studio Made Solid Oak and Leather Lounge Chair, 1970s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Round Rock, TX
This striking studio-crafted cantilever chair from the 1970s channels the bold spirit of Mexican
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Bauhaus MR10 Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Gloucester, GB
pavilion. These cantilevered steel chairs, which are known as Barcelona chairs, became an instant Classic
Category
Vintage 1950s German Bauhaus Corner Chairs
Materials
Steel
Early Mies van der Rohe MR Lounge Chair for Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
exhibit in Stuttgart, Germany. The chair’s cantilevered design uses tubular steel to create an intuitively
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Swedish Art Deco Modernist Lounge Chairs by Erik Chambert
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Swedish Art Deco modernist lounge chairs in stained solid birch. The chair's seat
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Lounge Chairs
Afra e Tobia Scarpa 925 lounge chair Cassina Italy 1966
By Afra
Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
elasticity of the cantilevered backrest, creates a lounge chair that is equally comfortable and elegant. The
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Boomerang Chair Model FD-135
By Peter Hvidt, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, France
Daverkosen
Located in San Diego, CA
boomerang-shaped design expressed in the frame. This Boomerang chair features cantilevered armrests. The
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard-Nielsen Boomerang Chair Model FD-135
By Peter Hvidt, France
Daverkosen, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in San Diego, CA
design expressed in the frame. This Boomerang chair features cantilevered armrests. The chair is very
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
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Kroken Buffalo Leather Lounge Chairs by Åke Fribytter for Nelo Sweden, 1970s
By Ake Fribytter
Located in Norwalk, CT
cantilevered silhouette of the chair adds a subtle bounce that enhances the seated experience, making it not
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Leather
Design Classic: Mies Van Der Rohe, Set of Six Brno Chairs for Knoll, 1980s
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Renens, CH
1980s.
These cantilever chairs were originally designed during the 1930s for use in the dining room
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
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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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 glider chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A glider chair is a type of rocking chair that moves like a swing seat.
- What is a gilt chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A gilt chair is a chair whose frame is made of gold or is covered with a small substance that looks like gold. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of gilt chairs from different periods and in a range of design styles.
- What is the Elbow chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The term Elbow chair has more than one meaning. Prior to the 20th century, the term referred to a decorative chair with arms. In 1956, Hans J. Wegner designed a stackable wooden chair and named it the CH20 Elbow. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of elbow chairs.
- What is a Viking chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A Viking chair consists of just two pieces, a large board that gets used as a backrest, and another smaller board that slides through the backrest and acts as a seat. The angle of the Viking chair allows you to sit comfortably and lean back while relaxing. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage Viking chairs.
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