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What is a swivel chair called?
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What a swivel chair is called varies. However, swivel chair is one of the most commonly used terms for seating with a rotating feature. Other names include swiveling chair, revolving chair, spinning chair and spinny chair. In some cases, people might describe a swivel chair by its function, using terms like dining chair or office chair. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of swivel chairs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Shop for Swivel Chairs on 1stDibs
Brutalist Strictly Spanish Swivel Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall c. 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Brutalist swivel lounge chair, designed by Adrian Pearsall as part of the Strictly Spanish series. The chair features a scoop form upholstered seat and exaggerated elongated b...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid Century Style Swivel Chair in a Plush Teddy Fabric
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This mid-century modern swivel chair combines iconic retro styling with irresistible comfort. Wrapped in a plush teddy-style fabric, it offers a soft, cozy texture that invites you t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swivel Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Foam, Polyester, Wood
'Big' by Guido Faleschini for i4Mariani Leather Executive Desk Chair, Italy, New
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible executives chair is named 'Big', designed by Guido Faleschini by i4 Mariani originally designed in the 1970s, this example newly produced in gorgeous black leather an...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Leather
'Soft Pad' Swivel / Desk Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1980s, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fantastic early production collectors example, this brown leather swivel desk chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller is part of the iconic Soft Pad series, originally int...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
$2,480 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Supporto Series Office Swivel Chair by Frederick Scott for Hille, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Office chair from the british manufacturer hille based on a design by frederick scott from the 1970s.
the solid aluminium seat shell and backrest are special features of the chair...
Category
20th Century British Swivel Chairs
Materials
Metal
Exceptional Grain 3rd Gen Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman, Rosewood, Black Leather
Located in Seattle, WA
Third Generation Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman 670/671 featuring exceptional grain in the original finish rosewood shell and restored black leather cushions.
This is one of the mos...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather, Plywood


