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Marcel Breuer Corset back B33 chairs by Knoll
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in 1927 by Marcel Breuer, these iconic B33 chairs produced by Knoll feature a cantilevered
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Original Verner Panton Fiberglass Chairs, 1980s
By Verner Panton
Located in Benalmadena, ES
, Verner Panton. With this chair, he achieved the first one-piece cantilever chair. One of the first models
Category
Vintage 1980s Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Midcentury chrome and Black Leather Dining Chairs by Mart Stam (pair)
By Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
this style were the first cantilevered chairs in furniture history. Starting in 1925, Stam experimented
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Midcentury Signal Red Kangaroo Chair Designed by Ernst Moeckl, Germany, 1968
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The z.stuhl chair, designed by Ernst Moeckl (1931-2013) in the 1970s, is a cantilever chair made of
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Carlo Bartoli Pair of Modern Dining Chairs in Leather and Steel
By Carlo Bartoli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
of this cantilever chair is S-shaped and consist of one bent tube. Very minimal stitching for the
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Table 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
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Table 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
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Alvar Aalto Tank Chair "Model 400" for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Los Angeles, CA
as the Tank chair features a cantilevered frame is a bent birch wood that gives the seat a floating
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch, Upholstery
Alfred Hendrickx for Belform Pair of Lounge Chairs
By Belform, Alfred Hendrickx
Located in Waalwijk, NL
ends into the cantilevered armrests. The chairs are executed in a beige brown wool fabric, attached
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Siesta Chair and matching Ottoman by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in New York, NY
chair with cantilevered bentwood frame, canvas seats and black leather seat cushions, bearing labels
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Sculptural Organic Form
Located in Waalwijk, NL
warm, organic look while the cantilevered bases give the chairs a light, almost floating presence
Category
Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Walnut
Pair of Buffalo Leather "Krona" Chairs by Ake Fribytter for Nelo, Sweden
By Nelo, Ake Fribytter
Located in Norwalk, CT
blend of form and function.
The Krona chair boasts a cantilevered bentwood frame, meticulously
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Bentwood
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International MR chair 256cs, Black Leather, 1980s.
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
century iron rocking chairs.
The origins of the bent-steel cantilevered chair are somewhat murky, but
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Brazilian Mid-Century Rocking Chair in Hardwood and Caning, Unknown, c. 1960’s
Located in New York, NY
Brazilian hardwood, the frame of this cantilever rocking chair features a distinctive design with a seat and
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
Set of Four Pascal Mourgue
Biscia
Chairs
By Pascal Mourgue
Located in Waalwijk, NL
dynamic appearance due to their frame of tubular chromed steel. The frame of these cantilever chairs is S
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pascal Mourgue Set of Four
Biscia
Chairs in Brown Leather
By Pascal Mourgue
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of four tubular steel 'Biscia' cantilever chairs in brown, patinated leather by Pascal Mourgue
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Four Pre War Breuer Style Chairs as is
By Marcel Breuer, Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Early version of the Breuer classic cantilevered dining chair. These chairs feature solid wood
Category
Early 20th Century American Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Marcel Breuer by Knoll Cane Cesca Chairs, Set of 4
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll
Located in Basildon, London
1925 designs, the Wassily Chair and Laccio Table, the Cesca Chair has a cantilever frame in tubular
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane
Set of Tubular and Cane Dining Chairs with Floating Seat, 1970s
Located in Waalwijk, NL
transparency and functionality. The cantilevered mechanism of this design bears a strong example, these chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Classic Set of 8 Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs, Made in Italy
Located in Dallas, TX
Eight vintage Marcel Breuer modern chairs made in Italy. Made from a single piece of bent tubular
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Classic Set of 8 Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs, Made in Italy
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Dallas, TX
Eight vintage Marcel Breuer modern chairs made in Italy. Made from a single piece of bent tubular
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Four Chrome and Black Leather Dining Chairs by Mart Stam, 1980s
By Mart Stam
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
this style were the first cantilevered chairs in furniture history. Starting in 1925, Stam experimented
Category
Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Blue Sof Tech Chairs by David Rowland for Thonet (set of 4)
By David Rowland, Thonet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and his 1957 Zig Zag Cantilever Chair. The Softec Chair incorporates Soflex, Rowland’s resilient
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1970s, Set of Four Saddle Leather Dining Chairs by Mart Stam for Fasem
By Mart Stam, Fasem International
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This set of four dining chairs were designed by Mart Stam for Fasem. The chairs have a cantilevered
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
Mid Century Bauhaus MR 20 Arm Chair by Mies van der Rohe for Stendig 1970s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Stendig Co.
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage Mies van der Rohe MR 20 cantilevered cane arm chair made by Stendig is circa 1970. The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Midcentury Mies van der Rohe MR Armchair, circa 1970s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in San Francisco, CA
proportioned “MR” armchair, developed from a 1924 design for a cantilevered chair by Mart Stam, was introduced
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Cantilever Chair by Audoux Minet for Vibo Vesoul, France, 1940s
By Vibo, Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
Cantilever chair by Audoux Minet for Vibo Vesoul, France, 1940s:
Modern beauty from the 1940s
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rope, Beech, Bentwood
Fabulous Pair 50s Tempestini Salterini Cantilever Patio Radar Lounge Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Salterini. These are the more desirable cantilevered springer chairs and measure 31.5"t x 30"w x 24"d with a
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Wrought Iron Cantilevered High Back Lounge Garden Patio Poolside Chair
By Salterini, Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
, on a cantilevered spring base. The chair is in very good original condition showing only light
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Cantilever Bouncer Radar Lounge Chairs Tempestini Salterini Clamshell
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
-blue pair with cantilever base are as comfortable as they are chique! The chairs are in good condition
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Wrought Iron
Vintage Mid Century Iconic Mart Stam S34 Cantilever Armchair, 1980s Italy
By Mart Stam
Located in Zagreb, HR
frame, designed in the 1920s by Mart Stam, designer of the first cantilever chair. A revolutionizing
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Set of Four Flat Bar Chrome Brno Chairs, Style of Mies Van Der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Brueton
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of four flat bar chrome cantilever chairs, in the style of Mies van der Rohe's iconic Brno
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Four Flat Bar Chrome Brno Chairs, Style of Mies Van Der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Brueton
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of four flat bar chrome cantilever chairs, in the style of Mies van der Rohe's iconic Brno
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of H269 Kreslá by Jindrich Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Chicago, IL
down to create the base and feet of the chair. Their sleek cantilevered frames has been completely
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Early Production, Rosewood Daybed designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
famous furniture designs. Mies pieces such as the Barcelona chair, chaise and stools, or the cantilevered
Category
20th Century American Bauhaus Daybeds
Materials
Steel
Gentlemen
s Chest / Dresser in Walnut by Milo Baughman for Directional, c. 1960s
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Deland, FL
as the cantilevered 989-103 Chair and the circular 825-301 LAF Sofa.
This towering gentlemen's
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Cantilevered Tub Chairs in the Manner of Milo Baughman, United States, 1970s
By Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
A pair of cantilevered tub chairs with matching upholstery.
Category
20th Century American Other Armchairs
Materials
Bronze
The Cantilever Chair
Located in Richmond, VA
Hardback book titled Der Kragstuhl: The Cantilever Chair, edited by Axel Bruchhäuser. Published by
Category
1990s Books
Materials
Paper
Torque Cantilever Chairs Attributed to Mart Stam, 20th Century
By Mart Stam
Located in Palermo, Italia
Mart Stam, one of the founding masters of moderno. Coppia design cantilever chairs in the S33 model
Category
Vintage 1930s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Cantilever Chair "S 43 F" by Manufacturer Thonet in Chromed Steel and Wood
By Thonet
Located in Cologne, DE
With pleasure we present to you the cantilever chair "S 43 F", designed and manufactured by Thonet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
"Canasta" Smoked Chrome and Black Leather Chairs by Arrben Italy, 1970s
By Arrben
Located in Den Haag, ZH
This smokey chrome and sturdy leather cantilever chair was produced by the celebrated Italian
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Allermuir Soul Dining Chairs in Orange, Navy and White designed by Pearson Lloyd
By Pearson Lloyd
Located in Old Romney, Kent
structural injection moulded plastics to reinvent the cantilever chair. The concept delivers a flexing form
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Cantilever Kangaroo Chair in the Manner of Ernst Moeckl
By Ernst Moeckl
Located in Stamford, CT
Contemporary cantilever Kangaroo chair in the manner of Ernst Moeckl's designs from the 1960s.
Category
1990s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
A pair of cantilevered chairs in the style of Jerry Johnson
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful pair of newly upholstered chrome plated steel cantilevered chairs. These are newly
Category
Vintage 1970s American Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
B33 Cantilevered Chair by Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU
a cantilevered base, a fundamental break from the traditional use of chair legs. However it was not
Category
Mid-20th Century European Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Steel
B33 Cantilevered Chair by Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU
a cantilevered base, a fundamental break from the traditional use of chair legs. However it was not
Category
Mid-20th Century European Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Cantilever Rattan Chair in the manner of Mies Van De Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in London, GB
A lovely example of a woven rattan cantilever chair and the manner of Mies Van De Rohes famous MR20
Category
Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Early Cantilever Chairs
By Angelo Luigi Colombo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mart Stam cantilever chair under license from Thonet. The Colombo company has a fascinating and varied
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Cantilevered Lounge Chair in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Sacramento, CA
1960s Mid-Century Modern cantilevered lounge chair in the style of Milo Baughman. The chair has
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Rattan Back Cantilever Chair, 1970s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. The Rattan Back Cantilever Chair effortlessly hangs in the air, defying the laws of physics and giving
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
$360 / item
Foldable D4 Chair by Marcel Breuer for Tecta, Germany, 1980
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Wilnis, UT
, featuring Peter Keler’s horsehair fabric, is held in the permanent collection of the Cantilever Chair Museum
Category
Early 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Pair of Chrome
Vinyl Cantilever Chairs, 1970s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
What happens when you adorn your space with a pair of chrome cantilever chairs? (Beyond obtaining
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
A Vintage Cantilevered Lounge Chair and Ottoman C. 1990s
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A vintage cantilevered lounge chair and ottoman with chrome-plated solid flat bar steel legs from
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Ludwig Mis van der Rohe Mr 20 Cantilever Chair Design Weißenhof, 1927
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Vienna, AT
and bears the original fabric, the “Eisengarngurt” in black. It is the first cantilever chair ever
Category
Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Chairs
Set of Six Steel Cantilever Dining Chairs in the Style of Mart Stam
By Mart Stam
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Steel and leather dining chairs in the Bauhaus style of Mart Stam, Marcel Breuer, Mies van der Rohe
Category
Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Rare Milo Baughman Lounge Chairs with Brass Cantilevered Frames
By Milo Baughman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of sexy lounge chairs with ultra modernist profiles. The chairs feature unique cantilevered
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Two Armchairs Brno by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Grenoble, FR
elegance. Clear shapes in combination with curved lines give the cantilever chair Brno that special
Category
20th Century Bauhaus Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
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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.
- 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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