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Robert Whitton Prototype Foldable Drafting Chair
By Robert Whitton
Located in Phoenix, AZ
This Robert Whitton prototype chair, crafted entirely from aluminum, is a striking piece of usable
Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Aluminum

Robert Whitton Prototype Foldable Drafting Chair
By Robert Whitton
Located in Phoenix, AZ
This Robert Whitton prototype chair, crafted entirely from aluminum, is a striking piece of usable
Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Aluminum

Robert Whitton Prototype Foldable Drafting Chair - 2 Available
By Robert Whitton
Located in Phoenix, AZ
This Robert Whitton prototype chair, crafted entirely from aluminum, is a striking piece of usable
Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Aluminum

Friso Kramer Upholstered Industrial Drafting Chair in Red, 1960's
By Ahrend de Cirkel, Friso Kramer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century office chair by Friso Kramer for Ahrend de Cirkel. This chair has a height
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Adjustable stool swivel side chair by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
got a striking discovery: a drafting chair. black fibreglass sidechair shell on height-adjustable
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Perch Stool in Black Leather by George Nelson and Robert Propst
By George Nelson
Located in Dronten, NL
Perch stool, drafting chair designed by George Nelson and Robert Propst. Black leather, chrome base
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Vintage Bevco Industrial Machinist Adjustable Metal Drafting Work Stool Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Bevco Precision Mfg Co. Industrial Machinist Adjustable Metal Drafting Work Stool Chair
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Late 20th Century Unknown Industrial Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Antique American Industrial Gray Metal Drafting Stool Artist Work Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Industrial Gray Metal Drafting Stool Artist Work Chair. Item features adjustable
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Kevi Drafting Stool by Jorgen Rasmussen
By Jørgen Rasmussen
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s. Fully adjustable. Made in Denmark.
Category

1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Wood

Black Drafting Stool by Architect Robert Whitton, 1980's
By Robert Whitton
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Robert Whitton one off aluminum drafting stool circa late 1980s. This architectural example has
Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Aluminum

Sculpted Walnut Studio Craft Drafting Stool, Signed 1978
By Sam Maloof
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Artist signed, La Bounty 1978. This artist made drafting stool is a true piece of woodworking art
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Walnut

Industrial Swivel Drafting Stool By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic, vintage, industrial drafting stool by Toledo Metal Furniture Co. circa 1940's features a
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal, Steel

Mid-Century Space Age Garden Egg Chair Senftenberg Ei by Peter Ghyczy, 1960s
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Hamburg, DE
Egg Garden Chair for a draft of Peter Ghyczy from the 60s. A design classic of the 60s. The egg
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Tessellated "Sylvie" Chair by Rie and Yiouri Augousti, France 1989
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Buffalo, NY
their launch, primarily as a result of their use of unique materials. This “Sylvie” chair is a draft
Category

1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Sapele Wood

Antique French Industrial Metal Chair Drafting Stool
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique French industrial Green metal chair drafting stool  inspiration Jean Prouvé 25 h x 17.25 w
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Pair of Vintage Adjustable Toledo Chairs, c. 1950's
By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
Located in Napa, CA
Pair of adjustable Toledo Metal Furniture Co. chairs for drafting, office, or university, circa mid
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1950s American Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Italian Chrome and Formed Birch Plywood Artist Drafting Work Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Artist's drafting table work stool featuring a chromed steel base and formed birch plywood seat
Category

1970s Italian Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Industrial Steel Metal Drafting Work Stools Chairs - Group Set of 6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Group Lot of Six Vintage Industrial Steel Metal Drafting Work Stool Chairs. Listing includes 6
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Late 20th Century Unknown Industrial Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Industrial 1950's Drafting Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique pair of industrial drafting chairs. Seat height can be raised.
Category

1950s American Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Industrial 1950's  Drafting Chairs
Industrial 1950's  Drafting Chairs
H 37.5 in W 15 in D 16 in
Kevi Artist or Drafting Chair Counter Stool Outstanding Design
By Jørgen Rasmussen
Located in Lambertville, NJ
photos). Please note: not a conventional desk chair. This piece designed for drafting, artist's easel
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Teak

Antique French Wood Drafting Table & Stool
Located in New York, NY
Vintage drafting table and chair. Sold as set. Table - 36"L x 42"W x Adjustable Height Chair
Category

20th Century French Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

French drafting chairs
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Adjustable drafting chairs in the style of Jean Prouve. 6 chairs available. Please call for exact
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1930s French Vintage Drafting Chair

Pair of Vintage Adjustable Toledo Drafting Chairs
Located in Oakville, CT
Pair of Vintage Adjustable Toledo Drafting Chairs Seat Height Adjusts between 17 1/2" & 24 1
Category

20th Century American Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Friso Kramer drafting chair set Ahrend
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice industrial drafting chair set designed by Friso Kramer for Ahrend de Cirkel 1963. These
Category

1960s Dutch Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Friso Kramer drafting chair set Ahrend
Friso Kramer drafting chair set Ahrend
H 35.04 in W 19.3 in D 20.87 in
Robert Whitton Prototype Foldable Drafting Chair
By Robert Whitton
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Aluminum Prototype Foldable Drafting Chair from Miami Architect Robert Whitton. Acquired
Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Aluminum

Friso Kramer Drafting Chairs Ahrend de Cirkel, the Netherlands, 1960
By Ahrend de Cirkel, Friso Kramer
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Very nice industrial drafting chairs designed by Friso Kramer and manufactured by Ahrend de Cirkel
Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Industrial Drafting Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oak and steel. Adjustable height with range of 10".
Category

1950s American Industrial Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Steel

Industrial Drafting Chair
Industrial Drafting Chair
H 35 in W 13 in D 15 in
Friso Kramer Drafting Chair Black Ahrend de Cirkel the Netherlands 1960
By Ahrend de Cirkel, Friso Kramer
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Very nice industrial drafting chair designed by Friso Kramer and manufactured by Ahrend de Cirkel
Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Prouve Inspired Industrial Drafting Chairs
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully aged and used, very well loved, original condition green enameled metal frames with well worn plywood seating. As is, patinated, condition. Sizes slightly vary, pieces ma...
Category

1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Steel

Pair of Toledo Style Drafting Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Toledo Style Industrial Drafting Stools 16W x 17D x 37H
Category

Mid-20th Century Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Original Vintage Adjustable Toledo Bar Stool Drafting Chair
Located in Oakville, CT
Authentic original adjustable Toledo bar stool. Bent plywood seat and back, distressed military green painted steel frame. Seat ring diameter measures 18", height measures 9 1/4". Se...
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20th Century Industrial Vintage Drafting Chair

Desk chair by Odelberg-Olsen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A fully adjustable swivel-seat drafting chair with a molded wood seat and backrest upholstered in
Category

1940s Swedish Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Desk chair by Odelberg-Olsen
Desk chair by Odelberg-Olsen
H 36 in W 16.5 in D 17 in
Industrial Adjustable Swivel Chair By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial, swivel, drafting chair by Toledo Metal Furniture Co., circa 1940's features a muted
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal, Steel

Set of 4 Stackable S Chairs by Verner Panton for Herman Miller, 1973
By Verner Panton
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
teak wood furniture. As early as 1949-50, Panton began drafting chairs with no rear legs during his
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1970s Danish Organic Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Antique American Industrial Army Green Painted Artist Drafting Stool Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Industrial Army Green Painted Artist Drafting Stool Chair. Item features solid
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

1940s - 1950s Industrial English Red Drafting Swivel Chair
Located in Vulpellac, Girona
A tall English drafting or as an operators chair probably from the 1940s - 1950s. It would have
Category

Mid-20th Century English Industrial Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal, Iron

Friso Kramer Upholstered Industrial Drafting Stool
By Friso Kramer, Ahrend de Cirkel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Friso Kramer drafting stool. Newly upholstered in mustard yellow with grey enameled steel frame
Category

1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Friso Kramer Style Framed Drafting Stool
By Friso Kramer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Friso Kramer style drafting stool with plywood seating and enameled metal frame. Adjustable seat
Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Plywood

Friso Kramer Early Edition Drafting Stools
By Friso Kramer, Ahrend de Cirkel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early edition plywood seat and back adjustable height drafting stools. All in very original
Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Steel

Friso Kramer Style Drafting Stool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Friso style plywood drafting stool with industrial enameled metal frame and waterfall base. Very
Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Steel

Friso Kramer Style Drafting Stool
Friso Kramer Style Drafting Stool
H 41.5 in W 16 in D 23 in
Polished steel and ebonized wood Toledo drafting stool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Polished steel and ebonized wood Toledo adjustable drafting stool.
Category

20th Century American Vintage Drafting Chair

Friso Kramer Adjustable Drafting Stool with Foot Rest
By Ahrend de Cirkel, Friso Kramer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Authentic Friso Kramer designed industrial drafting stool for Dutch Mid-Century office furniture
Category

1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Friso Kramer Upholstered Drafting Stool
By Ahrend de Cirkel, Friso Kramer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Industrial grey enameled frame with newly upholstered red fabric seat and back. Height adjustable. Visible wear shown on the frame.
Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Friso Kramer Upholstered Drafting Stool
Friso Kramer Upholstered Drafting Stool
H 37.5 in W 17.625 in D 20 in
Friso Kramer Upholstered Drafting Stool
By Ahrend de Cirkel, Friso Kramer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Industrial dove grey enameled frame with newly upholstered blue fabric seat and back, with signature original angled bakelite arm rests. Back and seat height adjustable. Kno...
Category

1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Metal

Friso Kramer Upholstered Drafting Stool
Friso Kramer Upholstered Drafting Stool
H 33.5 in W 22.75 in D 18.25 in
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Drafting Stool Model 77 S of the 70 Series OG Leather
By Knoll
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A rare drafting stool designed by renowned architect and designer Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 1956
Category

1950s American Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Chrome

Six Beautiful chairs by Dassi
By Dassi
Located in Rome, IT
). Special and rare, the draft of the chairs from under.
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Wood

Six Beautiful chairs by Dassi
Six Beautiful chairs by Dassi
H 38.59 in W 16.93 in D 17.72 in
Tessellated "Sylvie" Chair by Rie and Yiouri Augousti, France 1989
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Utrecht, NL
their launch, primarily as a result of their use of unique materials. This “Sylvie” chair is a draft
Category

1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Wood, Coconut

American Industrial Architect Chair Stool
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Rochester, NY
American patented wood and iron adjustable swivel drafting stool chair in the sculptural style of
Category

1940s American Industrial Vintage Drafting Chair

Industrial Drafting Stool Swivel Chair
By F. & F. Koenigkramer
Located in New York, NY
This chair can be used either as a desk chair, or drafting stool as the seat height adjusts from
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1950s American Industrial Vintage Drafting Chair

Friso Kramer Drafting Table and Chair
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Category

20th Century Dutch Vintage Drafting Chair

Friso Kramer Drafting Table and Chair
Friso Kramer Drafting Table and Chair
H 48 in W 39.5 in D 29.5 in
Vintage Mayline Architect Drafting Table Desk with Chair
Located in West Hartford, CT
1950's/60's Mid-century architect drafting table. Solid oak with metal base and cast iron hardware
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Steel

Jacques Seeuws Drafting Table and Chair for Swan
By Swan Deinze, Jacques Seeuws
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in 1959, this drafting set was originally produced for use in the architecture school at
Category

1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Steel

Marko Architect Drafting Table and Chair Dutch Design, 1960
By Marko
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Marko architect drafting table and chair Dutch design from the 1960. You can fold this table
Category

1960s Dutch Industrial Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Steel

Vintage Industrial Gray Steel Metal Adjustable Drafting Stool Work Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Industrial Gray Steel Metal Adjustable Drafting Stool Work Chair. Item features Mid 20th
Category

Mid-20th Century Industrial Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Steel

Wim Rietveld & Friso Kramer Architectural Drafting Table and Chair, Ahrend, 1958
By Wim Rietveld, Friso Kramer
Located in Buffalo, NY
Wim Rietveld & Friso Kramer architectural drafting table and chair, ahrend 1958, Classic design
Category

1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Steel

Erik Buch armchair for Oddense Maskinsnedkeri
By Erik Buch, Oddense Maskinsnedkeri
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic armchair by Erik Buch with a teak frame. Draft from 1954. The chair has been reupholstered
Category

1950s Danish Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Erik Buch armchair for Oddense Maskinsnedkeri
Erik Buch armchair for Oddense Maskinsnedkeri
H 31.5 in W 24.02 in D 18.51 in
Vintage Eames for Herman Miller Architect Drafting Stools
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Pasadena, TX
A Pair of Vintage Eames Herman Miller Architect Drafting Stools. This Eames chairs feature a
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Aluminum

Wim Rietveld ''recent'' Table Ahrend De Cirkel, The Netherlands
By Wim Rietveld
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
early years at Ahrend. The Result chair, Reply drafting table and his Pyramid chair and table all won a
Category

1960s Dutch Industrial Vintage Drafting Chair

Architect's Table by Friso Kramer and Wim Rietveld, Netherlands 1960s
By Wim Rietveld, Ahrend de Cirkel, Friso Kramer
Located in London, GB
. Drafting stools and chairs are available separately; please contact us if you would like more details.
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Steel

Eames Drafting Chair, 1962
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in South Charleston, WV
Herman Miller, 1962, Eames drafting chair on swivel base. Adjustable height. 36" tall, 21" x 21
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Drafting Chair

Materials

Naugahyde, Fiberglass

Eames Drafting Chair, 1962
Eames Drafting Chair, 1962
H 36 in W 21 in D 21 in
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Vintage Drafting Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage drafting chair for your home. Frequently made of metal, wood and steel, every vintage drafting chair was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer vintage drafting chair, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage drafting chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Industrial — is very popular. Friso Kramer, Ahrend de Cirkel and Charles and Ray Eames each produced at least one beautiful vintage drafting chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Vintage Drafting Chair?

The average selling price for a vintage drafting chair at 1stDibs is $950, while they’re typically $275 on the low end and $7,341 for the highest priced.
Questions About Vintage Drafting Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    There are many types of drafting chairs — it's really a matter of preference. These chairs are normally ergonomic in design and feature a footrest for comfort purposes. You can find a wide variety of vintage, modern and antique drafting chairs on 1stDibs to meet any design style.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between a drafting chair and an office chair usually comes down to height. A standard office chair ordinarily has a seat height of 16 to 21 inches, making it ideally proportioned for a user to sit at a desk. Designed for use in front of tall angled drafting and drawing tables, drafting chairs typically feature seat heights of 24 to 32 inches. Explore a wide range of office chairs and drafting chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a vintage Gunlocke chair, examine the legs. Most pieces will feature a tag that bears the brand name. On antique and early vintage chairs, the label will usually be made of paper or leather, while riveted brass tags appear on later vintage and contemporary chairs. Once you've confirmed that Gunlocke is the maker by checking the tag, browse the company's catalogues, which are available online, to determine approximately when it was made. Some tags may include a style or color number that will expedite the search. If your chair is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage, while pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer when identifying your chair. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Gunlocke chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.