Top 75 Famous Classic Legendary Designer Chairs
"A table, a chair, a bowl of fruit and a violin; what else does a man need to be happy?" - Albert Einstein.
"A chair is a very difficult object. A skyscraper is almost easier. That is why Chippendale is famous." - Ludwig Mies van der Rohe.
A CHAIR is a piece of furniture with a raised surface used to sit on, commonly for use by one person. Chairs are most often supported by four legs and have a back; however, a chair can have three legs or could have a different shape.
A chair without a back or arm rests is a stool, or when raised up, a bar stool. A chair with arms is an armchair and with folding action and inclining footrest, a recliner. A permanently fixed chair in a train or theater is a seat or, in an airplane, airline seat; when riding, it is a saddle and bicycle saddle, and for an automobile, a car seat or infant car seat. With wheels it is a wheelchair and when hung from above, a swing. A chair for more than one person is a couch, sofa, settee, or "loveseat"; or a bench. A separate footrest for a chair is known as an ottoman, hassock or pouffe.
Chair design considers intended usage, ergonomics (how comfortable it is for the occupant), as well as non-ergonomic functional requirements such as size, stacking ability, folding ability, weight, durability, stain resistance and artistic design. Intended usage determines the desired seating position. "Task chairs", or any chair intended for people to work at a desk or table, including dining chairs, can only recline very slightly; otherwise the occupant is too far away from the desk or table. Dental chairs are necessarily reclined. Easy chairs for watching television or movies are somewhere in between depending on the height of the screen.
Ergonomic design distributes the weight of the occupant to various parts of the body. A seat that is higher results in dangling feet and increased pressure on the underside of the knees ("popliteal fold"). It may also result in no weight on the feet which means more weight elsewhere. A lower seat may shift too much weight to the "seat bones" ("ischial tuberosities").
A reclining seat and back will shift weight to the occupant's back. This may be more comfortable for some in reducing weight on the seat area, but may be problematic for others who have bad backs. In general, if the occupant is supposed to sit for a long time, weight needs to be taken off the seat area and thus "easy" chairs intended for long periods of sitting are generally at least slightly reclined. However, reclining may not be suitable for chairs intended for work or eating at table.
The back of the chair will support some of the weight of the occupant, reducing the weight on other parts of the body. In general, backrests come in three heights: Lower back backrests support only the lumbar region. Shoulder height backrests support the entire back and shoulders. Headrests support the head as well and are important in vehicles for preventing "whiplash" neck injuries in rear-end collisions where the head is jerked back suddenly. Reclining chairs typically have at least shoulder height backrests to shift weight to the shoulders instead of just the lower back.
Chair News, Reviews & Resources
- 15 best Dining room chairs for 2024 - 25,977 Results. Houzz.
- A €22m chair? Eileen Gray, the design genius who scared the pants off Corbusier - "Her ravishing interiors shocked Paris, thrilled the avant-garde and gave the world its most expensive chair. But the fast-living aristocrat wasn’t just overlooked – Le Corbusier actually vandalised her work naked."
- A Brief History of the Most Important Chair You'll Ever Sit On - Curbed.
- Antimacassar - small cloth placed over the backs or arms of chairs, or the head or cushions of a sofa, to prevent soiling of the permanent fabric underneath.
- Bentwood - Bentwood objects are those made by wetting wood (either by soaking or by steaming), then bending it and letting it harden into curved shapes and patterns. In furniture making this method is often used in the production of rocking chairs, cafe chairs, and other light furniture. The iconic No. 14 chair by Thonet is a well-known design based on the technique.
- Bernard Arnault’s office chair is a modern-day handcrafted throne that costs $5500 - "World’s richest man, LVMH chairman."
- best office chairs for back support in 2023 - "Working from home isn’t a pain with these supportive chairs."
- CHAIR - Wikipedia.
- CHAIR BLOG - chairs, chair design, chair designers and chair manufacturers.
- Chaise longue - Wikipedia.
- ‘Design me a chair made from petals!’: The artists pushing the boundaries of AI - "From restoring artefacts destroyed by Isis to training robot vacuum cleaners, architects, artists and game developers are discovering the potential - and pitfalls - of the virtual world."
- Everything I Learned in My Quest for a Better Work-From-Home Chair - TIME Magazine.
- Garrett Leather - since 1988. "Beautiful Italian Upholstery Leather Products." Genuine leather is an elegant alternative to fabric and vinyl for furniture upholstery, providing superior durability and resistance to wear. Garrett Leather offers a wide variety of beautiful, Italian upholstery leather products, including semi-aniline, naked, vintage, stingray embossed, metallic, and patent leather. Garrett Leather offers additional products such as Tubular Wovens, Leather Welt Cord, Braided Welt, genuine Sheepskin, Thread, Accessories, and Wall Panels. Most items are in stock for fast delivery.
- George Hepplewhite - (1727?-1786).
- Gondola chair - type of low chair, often used at a writing desk, with a downward curved back that forms the arms of the chair. The Gondola chair is named after the 18th-Century Venetian gondola row boats which have a similar curvilinear shape.
- Hans J. Wegner - (April 2, 1914 – January 26, 2007), was a world-renowned Danish furniture designer.
- Hortensia Armchair by Reisinger & EsquÉ for Moooi - "Starting out as a 3D rendering, the Hortensia Armchair was first made into a limited edition, with 30,000 petals recreating the feeling of a hug: comforting, calming, and soothing."
- How to sit properly at work - "Even the best chairs are not designed for sitting at for great lengths of time. The key to maintaining good posture is regular movement."
- List of chairs - Wikipedia.
- Logitech & Herman Miller made a $1,495 gaming chair - "Meet the Embody."
- Madeira chair - "Think lazy afternoons and good books that end with a delicious nap. Our Madeira Chair's relaxed curves are hand crafted of natural rattan and wrapped with rattan peel for rich tropical texture. Plush deep seat and back cushions are covered in washable, white cotton canvas."
- Marie Antoinette Chair Sells for a Record US$2.8 Million - "A royal chair created for the boudoir of Marie Antoinette achieved €2.6 million (US$2.8 million) Thursday evening at Sotheby’s in Paris, setting a record for a single 18th-century chair."
- Now I Sit Me Down: From Klismos to Plastic Chair: A Natural History - Amazon.com.
- Ottoman - form of couch which usually has a head but no back, though sometimes it has neither.
- Rocking chair - Wikipedia.
- S-bend chair by Eileen Gray - London’s Victoria & Albert Museum.
- Shopping for Armchairs - "Choosing an armchair isn’t just about comfort. Here’s what else you need to consider."
- Shopping for Desk Chairs - "When you’re choosing seating for a home office, don’t forget to think about where else you might be using it."
- Should I worry about how long I spend sitting down? - "Study after study has found links between poor health and a sedentary lifestyle. How great is the danger - and can you really fix things with exercise or by sitting on a gym ball?"
- Sitting All Day Can Cause Dead Butt Syndrome - "The name might make you snicker, but addressing 'gluteal amnesia' can help you avoid chronic pain."
- Sitting Is Bad for Your Health, But Not All Types of Sitting Were Created Equal - TIME Magazine.
- Sitting too much is bad for your health, but offsetting the impact is easy, study shows - "Five minutes of light walking every half hour can help alleviate some of the increased risk that comes with sitting for long stretches of the day, according to the study published Thursday in the journal of the American College of Sports Medicine."
- Study shows how sitting for 8 hours a day can affect your stroke risk - "Adults under 60 who spend most of their days sitting have a higher risk of stroke compared to those who spend more time being physically active, a new study finds."
- THE MAKER OF THE MOST ICONIC CHAIR WANTS YOU TO STAND UP - Wired.
- The Story Behind Hans Wegner’s Iconic Wishbone Chair Design - "How Hans Wegner’s popular, pared-down seats ushered in a new era of Danish design."
- The wearable LEX chair lets you sit where you want - but will it catch on? - "A pair of aluminium legs that you strap to your bum could be the solution for people who find there are not enough chairs in the world. As long as they don’t mind looking ridiculous."
- Thehighkey Looks to Industrial Sites for "Sandbagged" Seating Collection - Hypebeast.
- These Ergonomic, Stylish Office Chairs Are All Available on Amazon - "From stylish desk chairs to high-tech ergonomic seats, these are the best office chairs to order on Amazon."
- TOP 10 OFFICE CHAIRS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE YOU WITH THE ULTIMATE WORKING EXPERIENCE - "We often underestimate the importance of a great office chair. When in reality we really shouldn’t. We spend the majority of our day sitting on chairs, whether we’re working in our home office or a corporate one. Hence, this piece of furniture needs to be not only comfortable but ergonomic, and aesthetic as well. And we’ve curated a collection of chair designs that meet all these criteria! From a task chair that is made using 70% recycled materials to a fortune cookie-inspired wooden work pod - these innovative chair designs are not only a boon to your back, and help you maintain a healthy posture, but are also super comfy to sink into, and will perfectly match the interiors of your modern office. Enjoy."
- Voltaire chair - armchair with a low seat & a high back.
- ‘Were their owners’ lives turned upside down too?’ What this tower of chairs says about Putin’s war - "Continuing our fortnightly series, we look at the enduring power of Doris Salcedo’s pile of 1,500 chairs, which seems only to gain in relevance with each new era and fresh conflict."
- why armchair travelling is back in fashion - "Reissued tales of classic journeys are being snapped up as Britons long for escape while having to stay at home."
- why does Christopher Nolan hate chairs? - "Because Christopher Nolan hates chairs. He hates them. And if you have ever sat in a chair, chances are he hates you too. You look at a chair and see something comfortable. But Christopher Nolan? He looks at a chair and sees an instrument of the unforgivably weak."
- Why this record-breaking chair sold for US$28 million - CNN style.
- Wood Wood Adds a Splash of Color to Artek's Stool 60 - Coming in “Bothnia Blue,” “Factory Yellow” and “Powder Pink.”
- You'll actually want to get sucked into this Boeing 737 engine... chair - The Verge.
Top 75 Famous Classic Legendary Designer Chairs & Brands: A-Z
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 - ACOOCOORO Signature armchair - Mexico City-based design studio founded in 2016. "A luxurious, monumental armchair, Signature is inspired by Maxfield Parrish’s early twentieth century portraits of distant queens, framed by luminous halos. In this same manner, Signature’s silhouette, elegant and voluptuous, is designed to frame and flatter those who occupy it."
 - ALBERTO PINTO Paris - since 1971. Armchairs.
 - AndrÉ Groult - (1884-1966). Early Art Deco Single Club Chair.
- ANTONIO CITTERIO AC 4 - office chair.
- Aram - London's best modern furniture store since 1964. "No type of furniture has such a wide variety of choice as the dining chair. We have put together a collection of the best of modern designer dining chairs and kitchen chairs to help you find the perfect seat for your interior. These timeless and comfortable dining chairs are created by renowned designers and made by eminent brands known for their high quality. All designs are the genuine, authorised editions licensed by the designer's estate." Dining Chairs.
 - Aram - London's best modern furniture store since 1964. "Ergonomically crafted to offer the most relaxing 'me' time, the range of designer lounge chairs here at Aram boasts unique detailing and unparalleled style. From minimalist elegance to contemporary cool, we offer true design lovers the chance to own chairs that effortlessly fuse together art and practicality." Lounge Chairs.
- Arflex - since 1947. Made in Italy. Armchairs.
 - ARMANI / CASA - since 2000. "Getting work done or simply enjoying a moment of leisure is best done sitting comfortably, preferably in a soft, padded chair."
 - ARNE JACOBSEN CHAIRS - "Design visionary and creator of 3300, Ant, Dot, Egg, Grand Prix, Lily, Oxford, Series 7, Swan, Swan Sofa, among others."
 - Arne Jacobsen Series 7 - since 1955. "The Series 7 chair is an icon in modern furniture history, designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955. Its unique shape is timeless and incredibly versatile, displaying character without overpowering the eye. The chair is made from 9 layers of pressure moulded veneer for strength, flexibility and durability despite its slender form. This is the most popular design within Fritz Hansen’s chair collection. The 3217 combines Arne Jacobsen’s original armrest design with a height-adjustable swivel base and smooth, durable twin-wheeled castors with a choice of hard or soft wheels to suit a range of floor surfaces. The result is a flexible work chair which is perfect for both home and office."
 - Artek Stool 60 - since 1933. "Alvar Aalto's iconic Stool 60 is the most elemental of furniture pieces, equally suitable as a seat, a table, storage unit, or display surface." Designed by Alvar Aalto in 1933, the Stool 60 is certainly the most copied design classic in the world. Since its introduction in 1933, several million units of Stool 60 and its four-legged version Stool E60 have been sold, making it one of the most cherished products in the history of design.
- Artemest - since 2015. "Luxury Italian Furniture." Explore our picks in luxury chairs, contemporary stools and our stylish selection of designer armchairs and sofas. Complete your décor with our editors favorite benches & chaises or our ottomans & poufs, all skilfully made in Italy.
 - Arteriors - "Founded by Mark Moussa in 1987, Arteriors is a leader in sophisticated lighting, furniture, wall décor and accessories, beloved by discerning interior designers and retailers worldwide."
 - Artifort The Ribbon Armchairs - "A beautiful example of applied art. The Ribbon is a completely upholstered design by Pierre Paulin from 1966 and a professional, innovative vision on the well-known Ribbon form. Metal frame with horizontal springs, covered with foam and stretch fabric. A lacquered pressed-wood pedestal."
- Artistic Upholstery - "Designers and Makers of Bespoke Furniture Since 1952."
 - Ashley Longshore - since 2012. "The Chairs in my collection are a reflection of the images in my paintings. I love the character and charm of antique furniture combined with a contemporary makeover! These chairs all showcase embroidered images or phrases from my artwork. I think it’s very chic to a have a great statement piece in any room of your home whether it’s a chair or a painting."
- AUTHENTIC MODELS - "Challenging the mind since 1968. Inspired by the Age of Sail, by exploration, science, and cartography. AM searches the world over to ensure authenticity."
 - Azucena - "Founded in 1947 by Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Ignazio Gardella and Corrado Corradi Dell’Acqua, Azucena has always been held in the highest esteem as an Italian brand, combining formal elegance, understated luxury and an aesthetical purity in its collections, all manufactured to the highest standard."
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- B&B ITALIA - arm chairs.
 - BARCELONA CHAIR - created by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for the German Pavilion at the 1929 Barcelona Exposition. "One of the most recognized objects of the last century, and an icon of the modern movement, the Barcelona Chair exudes a simple elegance that epitomizes Mies van der Rohe's most famous maxim–'less is more.' Each Barcelona piece is a tribute to the marriage of modern design and exceptional craftsmanship."
 - BARCELONA STOOL - by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe 1929. "Whether paired with Barcelona Chair or standing alone, the Barcelona Stool exudes a simple elegance that epitomizes Mies van der Rohe's most famous maxim–'less is more.' Each Barcelona piece is a tribute to the marriage of modern design and exceptional craftsmanship."
 - Batsheva - since 2016.
 - BENTWOOD CHAIR 214 BY THONET - The bistro chair, it was designed by Michael Thonet and introduced in 1859. "The famous coffee house chair is an icon and considered the most successful mass produced product in the world to date: it initiated the history of modern furniture."
- Bertoia Collection - "Hans and Florence never insisted that Harry Bertoia design furniture when they originally gave him a studio in an early Knoll factory. They simply asked that he show them if he arrived at something interesting. He arrived at something outstanding. Introduced in 1952, the Bertoia Collection remains one of the great achievements of modern furniture design."
 - BKF CHAIR - design chair whose first Argentine prototype was created at the end of 1938 by architects Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan & Jorge Ferrari Hardoy.
- bonacina vittorio design - since 1889. "Hand made in Italy." The rattan is a natural material that grows mainly in the Far East, and which is shipped to us after a rigorous selection. We use it to manufacture our furniture.
- BONALDO - since 1936. "Output totally reflects Italian tastes and lifestyle, something unique to Italy that cannot be reproduced elsewhere, but which interacts with various international trends in contemporary design." All models.
 - Breuer Collection - by Marcel Breuer 1928. "While at the Bauhaus, Marcel Breuer revolutionized the modern vocabulary with his tubular steel furniture. His first designs - inspired by bicycle construction and fabricated using the techniques of local plumbers - are among the most influential and important of the modern movement."
- BY LASSEN
 - BØrge Mogensen 2207 CHAIR - easy chair with an elegantly curved low, distinctively shaped back. Mogensen designed the 2207 in 1963 as part of a series including a 2 & 3 seater sofa.
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- Casa Tosca - Founded in 2019 as an extension of his interior design studio, Casa Tosca is the design lab of Nicolò Castellini Baldissera.
 - CASSINA - since 1927. "The versatile shapes of Cassina designer stools and chairs are further enhanced by sleek materials and intense, rich colours used to customize the distinctive upholstery and ultra-soft padding through a wide range of special treatments and finishes. Each piece is synonymous with the company’s profound craftsman sensitivity, delivering a perfect synthesis of design and functionality."
- CASSINA - since 1927. "Cassina designer armchairs and chaise longue are designed to cover all needs and interior styles, and are perfectly suited to both classic tastes and contemporary trends."
 - Cavelli Armchair - by Bengt Ruda for IKEA, 1958/59.
 - Charles & Ray Eames - since 1941. "Stool designs were never perhaps prolific from the Office of Charles and Ray Eames but there were some beautiful and wholly original ones that were. From a stool dedicated for our little ones, to some dedicated to the serious workplace and even one as good as any sculpture, an Eames Stool was never plain and always interesting. Some Eames stools were made to be on their own whilst others were ottomans, designed to be suited and booted along with a matching chair. Some were for sitting, some for feet whilst others could even second as a side table."
 - Charles Rennie Mackintosh - (1868-1928). "C.R. Mackintosh was an skilled interior designer, painter and decorator who renown for his inventive interpretation of Art Nouveau. His 'Spook School' did not gain immediate notoriety due to his unconformity to the standards of French and Belgium Art Nouveau. Slowly he gained appreciation by the populous throughout Europe as well as his contemporaries of Art Nouveau whom he thought were excessive in their decorative style. His participation in such landmark events such as the 1902 exhibit of Modern Decorative Arts in Turin and the 1931 Exhibition of the Vienna Secession School solidified his place in the history of design."
- CHESTERFIELD - new and old original Chesterfield sofas and chairs.
 - Chieftains Chair - "The iconic Chieftain Chair is one of Finn Juhl’s absolute masterpieces, representing the peak of his career as a furniture designer. At its introduction in 1949, the chair marked a renewal of the Danish furniture design tradition. Today, it is perceived as one of the most important exponents of the Danish Modern movement in the US during the 1950s. The chair is available in walnut or oak with upholstery in selected, exclusive leather types."
- CITÉ LOUNGE CHAIR - designed by Jean Prouvé.
 - CLUB CHAIR - armchair, usually covered in leather. The history of the club chair goes back to the 17th century. It was created and made in France.
- Copenhagen Furniture - since 2006. "Handmade Furniture." KBH Furniture is a selection of tables, chairs, stools, lamps, mirrors, hooks and handles, originally made for specific projects, but later put into production. The designs are what we would love to call new classics – a name that originates from the intention; to make designs that both aesthetically and materially deserve lasting recognition.
 - Cubo Lounge Armchair - by Jorge Zalszupin, 1970. Designed in the late 1970s, this armchair is part of the Cubo collection, unique among Jorge Zalszupin’s other compositions. Lightweight and made of wood, these are upholstered pieces that cherish comfort. Perhaps the most significant aesthetic distinction of this collection is that the back and seat were formulated by carefully sculpting a solid cube, highlighted in its stitching. The Zalszupin family worked to modernize and improve this collection through material composition; originally, the armchair was entirely upholstered, but in this edition, it is also available in wood.
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 - Danish Designer Chairs - "A Centenuary of Danish Chairs."
- DE SEDE Switzerland - since 1965. "The culture of excellence." Chairs & armchairs.
 - DE SEDE DS-257 - since 1965. "The culture of excellence." The executive armchair par excellence with a sense of tradition and a fine sense of luxury.
 - DE SEDE DS-2100 - since 1965. "The culture of excellence." Available as a swivel visitor’s chair and an executive office version with high back, headrest, tilt mechanism, height adjustment and castors.
- Divina Lounge Chair - Knoll.
- Donghia - occasional & club chairs.
- Driade - "Contemporary and ascent Italian chairs." All models.
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 - EAMES ALUMINIUM GROUP CHAIRS - originally developed in 1958. The graceful silhouette sits equally well in all kinds of home and workplace interiors.
 - EAMES LOUNGE CHAIR AND OTTOMAN -Famously described as “a special refuge from the strains of modern living,” the Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman is one of the most significant designs of the 20th century. Unparalleled craftsmanship and rigorous attention to detail made it a fixture in homes across the world.
- EAMES LOUNGE CHAIR AND OTTOMAN - Wikipedia.
 - Eames Molded Plastic Chairs - since 1950.
 - EAMES SOFT PAD CHAIRS - originally developed in 1958. Sophisticated, refined, with a graceful silhouette. Soft Pad chairs are available in a selection of colors, materials, and bases that allow them to sit well in homes and offices.
- Ecart Paris - "Since 1978: re-editing & editing furniture, lamps and decorative objects."
 - EGG CHAIR - designed 1958 by Arne Jacobsen. "The Egg is one of the triumphs of Jacobsen’s total design - a sculptural contrast to the building’s almost exclusively vertical and horizontal surfaces."
 - Eileen Gray Bibendum Chair - (1926) Polished chromium plated tubular steel base. Fully upholstered seat, back and armrests covered in fabric or leather in various colours. H 730mm SH 410mm W 900mm D 780mm.
- Emeco - since 1944. Manufactures furniture designed by notable designers and architects such as Philippe Starck, Norman Foster, and Frank Gehry.
 - Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann - (1879-1933). "Cuellar" Wing Chair. In amaranth, with visible frame going all-over the back and the armrests with flat cuffs resting on the front upright. The low band rests on two bead-shaped legs in gilded bronze with flat capitals at the front, and two saber back feet. Satin velvet upholstery.
 - Emily Todhunter Collection
- EmmeBi Design - since 1970. "Italian Lifestyle Expression." A space designed for relaxation. Emmebi armchairs are ideal in the living area or as complements for vanity areas or spacious walk-in wardrobes.
- emmemobili - since 1879. All models.
- ERIC SCHMITT - since 2006. All models.
 - Erik JØrgensen Corona Swivel Lounge Chair - designed in 1964. Poul M. Volther for Erik Jørgensen. Poul M. Volther was one of his times’ greatest exponents of functionalism and belonged to a generation of architects with roots in the furniture industry. Poul M. Volther loved the simple processing of fine materials and details. Over time, the Corona chair became Volther’s most popular furniture. It beautifully demonstrates the designer’s love for functionality. The chair is built of four fully padded rounded shells, which clearly shows Volther’s sense of detail and high level of craftsmanship.
 - Etcetera Lounge Chair by Jan Ekselius - since 1970. "Designed with comfort in mind. The chair's curved backrest and seat are shaped to conform to the user's body, providing optimal support and reducing pressure points. The chair's high-density foam cushioning also adds to the comfort level. The chair is also made of high-quality Cotton Velour, which give it a sleek and durable finish. Additionally, the chair's minimalist design makes it a versatile piece that can complement a variety of interior design styles."
 - Eugene Printz - (1889-1948). Pair of Armchairs, 1930, Club chairs, Rosewood. Art Deco, Modern Art.
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 - FINN JUHL - Danish architect and furniture designer (1912-1989). FINN JUHL also designed The Trusteeship Council Chamber at UN in 1953.
 - Flexform - since 1959. Armchairs & Ottomans.
 - Fogia - since 1981. "Armchair classics to sink into." Striking design and deep comfort go hand-in-hand for every Fogia armchair – because sitting down should always look and feel this good. From egg-shaped chairs to leather armchairs, wide armchairs and those compact enough to fit through narrow door frames, our designs endure year after year. Rooted in Scandinavian design principles, they are easily adapted for the needs of your home or office.
 - Fornasetti - since 1940. Chairs & stools. Hand-silkscreened, painted, and lacquered and fitted with solid wood legs, this chair is the result of a collaboration with interior decorator Anne Lux for a chalet in Gstaad. The decoration belongs to the Tema e Variazioni series.
 - Fortuny Ringo Chair - since 1922. "Fortuny furniture is made in the USA."
 - Franco Albini - "Born near Milan in 1905, Franco Albini was an Italian architect, urban planner, and furniture designer active between the 1930s and the 1960s. He studied architecture at Milan’s famous Politecnico, apprenticed under master architect-designer Gio Ponti, and played a key role in formulating the Rationalist movement in Italy prior to World War II. Albini worked with various mid-century manufacturers during his lifetime, including Cassina, Arflex, Poggi, Arteluce, Brionvega, and Knoll, and many of his designs are still in production. He received multiple awards for his work, including three prestigious Compasso d’Oro Awards."
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 - Gio Ponti - since 1923. "Gio Ponti (1891-1979) was an Italian promoter of industrial design and introduced the idea of interior furnishing ranges produced as being a 'sophisticated,' economic, 'democratic' and modern."
 - Graf Paris - armchairs.
- GRAHAM SANDERSON Interiors
 - GRAVITY BALANS CHAIR - designed by Peter Opsvik. "The power nap is an invaluable instrument in your quest for productivity, boosting energy levels and recharging your brain. Float free of gravity and experience the ultimate power nap with the Gravity balans."
- Gubi 5 Chair - since 1967.
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- Hannah Nunn - since 2010. "These lovely chairs are made in Yorkshire by my upholsterer. They are made with a fire retardant hard wood frame with an upholstery grade foam seat and are traditionally sprung using eight way lashing technique. The wooden legs can be waxed to a light, medium or dark finish. As well as being super stylish the are really comfortable! They can be made in any of my fabrics."
 - HANS J. WEGNER - "Danish furniture designers, Hans J. Wegner (1914-2007) is considered one of the most creative, innovative, and prolific. Often referred to as the master of the chair, Wegner created almost 500 in his lifetime - many of them considered masterpieces."
- HENRY BEGUELIN - founded in the 1980s.
- Hepplewhite Chairs - "Named for a London designer and cabinetmaker George Hepplewhite, the furniture originated between 1780 and 1810, during the Federal period in the United States."
 - HERMAN MILLER - since 1905. Seating.
 - Herman Miller Aeron Chair - since 1994. "Masterpiece Remastered."
 - HILL HOUSE CHAIR - designed in 1902-1903 by Charles Rennie Mackintosh.
- HOLLAND & SHERRY - founded in 1836.
- HOOKER FURNITURE - living room chairs. Upholstered and accent chairs.
 - Hortensia Armchair - "The Hortensia Armchair, by Andrés Reisinger & Júlia Esqué, innovatively replicates the beauty of nature. This blooming beauty is inspired by the basic human need for warmth and comfort. Sit down and feel comforted, calm, and soothed. As if you're sitting in a blooming flower, enveloped in smooth and gentle petals. The wondrous Hortensia Armchair will be the softest place in your home. Configurable in a range of different fabrics and leathers of your choice, the Hortensia Armchair blooms in any interior. "
- Hortensia Armchair by Reisinger & EsquÉ for Moooi - "Starting out as a 3D rendering, the Hortensia Armchair was first made into a limited edition, with 30,000 petals recreating the feeling of a hug: comforting, calming, and soothing."
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 - INTERSTUHL - since 1961. Office chairs.
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- Jean-Louis Deniot - since 2000. Featured on lists of world's preeminent talents in architecture & interior design, Jean-Louis Deniot has long been in the business of creating atmospheres.
 - Jens Risom Collection - "Jens Risom joined the Hans Knoll Furniture Company in the early 1940s as the sole designer of interiors and furniture. Working ingeniously within the constraints of wartime material shortages, Risom designed his eponymous collection of chairs and tables using essentially scraps of wood and rejected nylon straps from parachute production."
- JONATHAN ADLER - since 1993. "Always sit pretty in sculptural seats that wow from every angle."
 - Josef Hoffmann Kubus Fauteuil - "A classic example of Hoffmann’s strict geometrical lines and the quadratic theme in his work is the Kubus armchair, designed in 1910 and handcrafted to perfection. Wittmann has created a matching sofa."
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 - Kelly Wearstler - since 1995. "American designer creating multi-faceted, experiential residential, hospitality, commercial and retail environments as well as expansive collections of lifestyle product designs. Kelly Wearstler’s Gallery is an evolution of the studio’s long history of collaboration with emerging and established artists to create custom pieces for private clients and hospitality projects. Kelly Wearstler reunites with longstanding creative partners on a series of exclusive collections for her digital Gallery. Bringing focus to artists around the globe, Gallery offers a unique platform to view these collaborations in one place." Seating. All models.
- KENZO - since 1970. "With its striking show wood detailing spanning the arms and elegantly curved back, the Kenzo tub chair epitomises chic contemporary design. The fixed sprung seat and indulgent padding ensure high style is not without supreme comfort. A worthy addition to the most sophisticated and luxurious of spaces."
 - Korium KM1 Chair by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi
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 - Lalique - since 1888. All models.
- LANCASTER CHAIR BY MICHAEL YOUNG - "Emeco and Michael Young collaborated on our first ever collection that utilizes wood. Lancaster features a frame in solid ash, crafted by Amish woodworkers in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The seat and back are made of die-cast aluminum - a combination of industrial technique and warm materials."
 - LC1 SLING CHAIR LE CORBUSIER - "A light, compact chair designed and presented at the 1929 Salon d’Automne along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise-longue. As with all of Le Corbusier’s works, the LC1 derives from an in-depth study of human posture. In this particular case, the chair is intended to be relaxing and to foster conversation."
 - LC2 POLTRONA armchair LE CORBUSIER - designed in 1928. "Timeless, unique, and profoundly authentic, the LC2 armchair has played a role in the history of furniture design, becoming a worldwide icon."
 - LC3 Poltrona LE CORBUSIER - designed in 1928. "The LC3 armchair marked the separation of the metal frame from the upholstery, reflecting Modernist architecture theory, where the support load-bearing structure of the building was separated from the rest. In this case, four discrete cushions are set inside a cage of painted or chrome-finished steel tubes. The same device is adopted for all the other pieces in the collection, from the armchair with an arm-rest on one side only or on both, to the two- or three-seater sofas."
 - LC4 CHAISE LOUNGE LE CORBUSIER - "Designed in 1928 this chair became famous in 1965 with Cassina, the LC4 is the definitive chaise longue: built in a shape designed for relaxation, the chair was created when the three designers teamed together to put man at the centre of their design, taking the idea that form and function should be at the service of relaxation, creating a perfect balance between its geometric purity and its ergonomic intent. The stability of the frame - for any angle of inclination - is guaranteed by the friction through rubber tubes that cover the cross bar of the base."
- Le Corbusier's Furniture - classic furniture line created by Le Corbusier. The line was introduced in 1928 at the Salon d‘Autumne in Paris by Le Corbusier and his team of designers.
- LIGNE ROSET - since 1860. "Ligne Roset is synonymous with modern luxury and invites consumers to revel in a contemporary, design-forward lifestyle."
 - Linley - since 1985. "David Linley furniture and interiors of exceptional quality."
- LIVING DIVANI - since 1969. Armchairs & chairs.
- LOUIS GHOST CHAIR BY PHILIPPE STARCK - "Starck released the design for Kartell in 2002. From that point onward, the design has been endlessly copied and riffed upon."
 - lumiluxE - "The only LIGHT CONDUCTING acrylic glass furniture in the world." An intelligent, modern and stylish Lounger that performs an impressive light show. The form is simple; the structure in the acrylic glass is laser engraved and can be customized in endless design possibilities.
- LUZZO BESPOKE - since 2010. Dining chair. Polished aluminium frame with leather upholstery.
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- Madeira chair - "Think lazy afternoons and good books that end with a delicious nap. Our Madeira Chair's relaxed curves are hand crafted of natural rattan and wrapped with rattan peel for rich tropical texture. Plush deep seat and back cushions are covered in washable, white cotton canvas."
- Magis - all models.
- MANUFACTURE DE LUXE - seats & armchairs.
- MATHIEU MATÉGOT
- matteograssi - armchairs.
- MAX LAMB CHAIRS
 - Mezzadro Stool - designed by Achille Castiglioni in 1957.
- MINOTTI - armchairs.
 - MISS - designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1986.
- Molteni & C - since 1934. "Designer Modern Dining Chairs, Contemporary Italian Chairs."
- MOROSO - designer sofas, armchairs, and accessories.
- MR CHAIR
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- Nakashima Collection - "Consistent with his renowned handcrafted work, the furniture Nakashima designed for Knoll in the 1940s balances the modern aesthetic with a deep respect for the inherent beauty of natural wood." Armchairs.
 - Natuzzi Italia - since 1959. "A Natuzzi Italia armchair is a real oasis for your relaxation. Designed to fit any room, our accent chairs reflect the best Italian manufacturing tradition." Armchairs and Accent Chairs.
 - Newman & Bright - "A Family Concern Since 1897." Our range of classical leather chairs is produced by us in the same workshops and to the same standards as our Chesterfield sofas. All chairs are hand produced and made from quality leathers and fine hardwoods.
- Nina Campbell - bespoke chairs.
- NO. 14 CHAIR - designed in 1859 by Michael Thonet. Better known as Konsumstuhl Nr. 14, coffee shop chair no. 14 - is still called the "chair of chairs" with some 50 million produced up until 1930.
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- Osdin Shield - "Protection Furiture." We design, create and build, unique, bespoke, ballistic resistant furniture.
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- OXCHAIR - designed 1960 by Hans J. Wegner.
 - OXFORD CHAIR - designed 1965 by Arne Jacobsen. "Originally designed by Arne Jacobsen as a chair for professors at St. Catherine’s College in Oxford, England, the Oxford chair returns to its original form in a new and faithful rendition of the classic design. The flexible yet comfortable task chair works as well in a home office or dining room as it does in a meeting room or public space. It was 1965 when Arne Jacobsen made history with the Oxford chair. With its high back and having been originally designed for the professors at St. Catherine’s College in Oxford, England, the chair became synonymous with prestige and status."
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 - Panton Chair - S-shaped plastic chair created by the Danish designer
- Verner Panton in the 1960s. The world's first moulded plastic chair, it is considered to be one of the masterpieces of Danish design. The chair was included in the 2006 Danish Culture Canon.
 - P.E. Guerin - "Architectural Hardware since 1857."
 - Percival Lafer - "Brazilian architect, furniture designer, and product developer Percival Lafer championed good design for affordable prices. Often referred to by collectors as the 'best-kept secret' of mid-century modern design."
- Peter Opsvik - innovative and ergonomic chairs.
- Petersen Antiques - established in 1989. "Let us help you find the right antique."
- Philippe Starck Armchairs
- Philippe Starck Chairs
- PICO ARM CHAIR - telescoping director's chair which quickly and easily folds up to the size of a laptop.
- Pierre Frey Paris - since 1935. Armchairs.
 - PK31 - by Danish designer Poul Kjærholm (1958).
 - Platner Collection - "Originally introduced by Knoll in 1966, the Platner Collection represents the designer's attempt infuse modernism with 'the kind of decorative, gentle, graceful kind of design that appeared in period style like Louis XV.'"
 - PlÜmo - since 1998.
 - Polar Lounge Chair - (1965) by Esko Pajamies.
- Poliform - since 1970. "Rigour of shapes, minimalism of lines, impeccable elegance of finishes and upholstery: this is the style of the Poliform chairs. From the armchairs to the chairs, from the most classic to the most provocative design, the collection consists of offers that know how to combine style and comfort, ideal around a dining table as well as next to a desk. Always particular are the details of the bases and of the tailored upholstery in fabric or leather. The projects are signed by Jean-Marie Massaud, Rodrigo Torres, Emmanuel Gallina, Rodolfo Dordoni."
 - Pollock Arm Chair - by Charles Pollock 1960. "Designed in 1960 and originally manufactured from 1964-79, the steel and leather ‘sling chair’ or '657', as it is commonly called, offers a refined combination of materials and finishes. Tubular steel legs connect to cast-aluminum arms and stretchers with exposed hardware, exemplifying Pollock’s simple design approach. The chair was reintroduced 2014."
 - Pollock Executive Chair - by Charles Pollock 1963. "The Pollock Executive Chair features what the designer described as 'rim technology' - the use of a single aluminum band around the chair's perimeter to hold the design together, structurally and visually. Fifty years after its introduction, the Pollock Chair continues to exude timeless elegance in any home office."
 - POLTRONA FRAU - since 1912. "An iconic object and the true calling card of Poltrona Frau, as openly expressed in its name, the armchair brings together all of the designer features and comfort with which the Tolentino brand is synonymous. Welcoming and almost maternal, or functional and minimalist; 'large', flirty, rigorous or discreet." Armchairs.
- Poltrona Frau Club | Armchair - since 1912. "In the Club armchair intricate hand stitching embellishes the backrest and seat. The spring system consists of hand-tied biconical springs attached to jute belts. The structure is made from seasoned beech. The feet are made from beech with a dark walnut stain. The front feet have castors with gunmetal grey finish. The upholstery is in Pelle Frau® leather or fabric."
- Porada - since 1948. All models.
- POUL KJÆRHOLM: PK22 | RELAX CHAIR - "The PK22 has the subtle silhouette that has become a genuine design classic. The iconic chair exemplifies Poul Kjærholm’s vision and quest for the ideal form and dimension. It remains a fundamentally modern chair for design enthusiasts today."
- POUL M. VOLTHER: CORONA EASY CHAIR
- PP58 - designed by Hans J. Wegner. President Obama ordered 12 pieces during his COP15 stay in Copenhagen.
- PP MØBLER - producer of top Danish designer furniture.
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- RED & CLUE CHAIR - designed in 1917 by Gerrit Rietveld.
 - Rick Owens - since 1994. The California-born fashion and furniture designer Rick Owens has developed a unique style that he describes as "luxe minimalism."
 - Rico Lounge Chair - "Rico Lounge Chair is a seat with an organic shape and Nordic style signed by the brand Ferm Living." Rico lounge chair has a cozy and rounded shape, a sturdy wooden and foam-shaped seat with a bouclé fabric covering, woven with non-uniform yarn to obtain the rich and enveloping texture of the surface.
 - Ring Chair - designed by Nanna & Jørgen Ditzel 1958 for Getama.
- Riva 1920 - "Made in Italy." Armchairs.
- RIVIÈRA MAISON
- RON ARAD BAD TEMPERED CHAIR
 - Rue Monsieur Paris - since 2012. "French luxury furniture company." Seaters.
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 - Saarinen Tulip Collection - "From the late 1940s through the 1950s, Eero Saarinen designed many of the most recognizable Knoll pieces, including the Tulip Chairs and Pedestal Tables, the Womb Chair, and the 70 Series Executive Seating Collection. His designs used modern materials in graceful ways, helping establish the identity of Knoll during our formative years."
- Sawaya & Moroni - all models.
- Sawkille Co. - since 2010. "Sawkille Co. design takes its creative drive from relationships to traditional, experimental and personal frameworks. A deep appreciation and study of the historic has allowed us to learn and develop our distinct furniture expression. From this cross pollination of influences our designs reflect our unique stories, symbols and associations."
 - Sergio Rodrigues Sheriff Lounge Chair & Ottoman - designed in 1957, the chair took first prize at the IV Concorso Internazionale del Mobile competition in 1961.
 - Series 7 - by Danish designer Arne Jacobsen (1935). The most sold chair in the history of Danish furniture manufacturer Fritz Hansen and perhaps also in furniture history.
- SIEGER Chaise Couture - "Initially, Michael Sieger came up with the design for Chaise Couture to satisfy his own personal requirements because he became fed up with inadequate solutions. The deficiency awakened in him the desire to produce a chair that was as comfortable as an armchair."
- SKITSCH - Dakar chair.
- SPAZIO PONTACCIO - Altar chair with back.
 - Steelcase - since 1912. Office chairs.
 - Stressless Recliners - "In 1971 Ekornes launched the first Stressless recliner. It soon became known for its innovative functions, unmatched comfort and Scandinavian look. We have not rested on our laurels and Stressless is today among the best known furniture brands across the globe." All models.
- SWAN LOUNGE CHAIR - "Arne Jacobsen designed the Swan as well as the Egg for the lobby and lounge areas at the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen, in 1958. Back then, the Swan was a technologically innovative chair: No straight lines - only curves."
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- The Chair | The Round One - designed by Danish furniture designer Hans J. Wegner in 1949. Named ‘The Most Beautiful Chair in the World’ by American publication ‘Interiors’. When John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon met in the first ever televised election debate in 1960, they sat in The Round Chair.
 - The White Company London - since 1993. "Everything you need for stylish living - mainly in white." Our hand-upholstered seating collection includes our elegant Sloane Snuggler, striking occasional-armchairs, all of which are made-to-order.
 - THONET - chairs, armchairs, sofas, tables, designer furniture.
 - TULIP CHAIR - by Eero Saarinen.
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 - Vanity Fair Armchairs by Renzo Frau - "Officially called “model 904” but known, since 1984, as Vanity Fair, over time this seat has become the emblem of Poltrona Frau. It is thought that the project, which first went into production in 1930, was developed on the basis of designs that Renzo Frau left his wife, Savina."
- VERNER PANTON CONE CHAIR
- VITRA - all models.
 - Voltaire chair - by John Sankey. "The perfect chair to curl up in with a good book. Exceptional comfort and support, designed to accompany the Voltaire Sofa group."
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 - WASSILY CHAIR - also known as the Model B3 chair, was designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925-1926.
- WILLIAM YEOWARD
 - Wing Chair - designed by Danish designer Børge Mogensen in 1963.
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 - Y-CHAIR | Wishbone Chair - also known as the Model CH24 chair, was designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1949 considered one of the most famous symbols of Danish furniture design.
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- Zanotta - arm chairs.
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