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Did Thomas Jefferson create the swivel chair?

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Did Thomas Jefferson create the swivel chair?
Yes, Thomas Jefferson is believed to have created a swivel chair out of a Windsor chair that he had in his home. However, Thomas E. Warren was the inventor who developed the modern swiveling chair on wheels. Called the Centripetal Spring armchair, his design dates back to 1849. Shop a range of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
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ANTIQUE HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD CAPTAINS OFFICE SWIVEL ARMCHAiR
Located in Pulborough, GB
captain's office swivel armchair is a stunning example of craftsmanship and timeless design. Its classic
Category

20th Century British Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

FiNE GREEN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD PRESIDENTS CAPTAINS WINGBACK OFFICE SWIVEL CHAIR
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Heritage green leather Chesterfield Tufted Presidents wingback swivel office armchair Please note the
Category

20th Century English Chesterfield Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

ViNTAGE HERITAGE GREEN LEATHER CAPTAINS WINGBACK OFFICE SWIVEL DIRECTORS CHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Heritage green leather wingback swivel office armchair Please note the delivery fee listed is just a
Category

20th Century English Art Deco Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

MID CENTURY MODERN DE SEDE DS35 EXECUTIVE OFFICE SWiVEL CHAIR HERITAGE LEATHER
By De Sede
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, original Mid Century Modern Circa 1970's De Sede DS35 Executive swivel office chair in heritage black
Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Chrome

VINTAGE BROWN LEATHER AVIATOR METAL SWIVEL OFFICE CAPTAINS ARMCHAiR
Located in Pulborough, GB
Swivel Office Captain's Armchair. This exudes a classic charm with its distinctive design, combining
Category

20th Century British Swivel Chairs

Materials

Leather

Antique GUSTAV STICKLEY swivel Office Chair on wheel - W7619
By Gustav Stickley
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is an antique Gustav Stickley Office Chair made in the early 1900s. The chair is in good
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Oak

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