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What is the name of a revolving chair?
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A revolving chair is usually called a swivel chair. Patents for the design of swivel chairs date back to the 19th century, but chairs that spin first became popular in the 1950s. Find a selection of swivel chairs on 1stDibs.
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Early 20th C. Oak and Vinyl Upholstered Seat Rolling & Swivelling Banker's Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th Century Oak and Vinyl Upholstered Seat Rolling, tilting and Swivelling Banker's Chair. Measures 23.5" in width, 20" in depth and stands 35" tall.
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
1960's Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates 'BANKER' Chairs
By Brickel Associates, Ward Bennett
Located in Dallas, TX
An American designer, artist and sculptor Ward Bennett designed 51 chairs for Brickel Associates. This elegant pair of club chairs, model no. 1423 is from the Bankers series.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Wood
20th Century Victorian Style Oak Bankers Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A 20th Century Victorian style patinated Oak bankers desk Chair . Very solid construction. Very good vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Oak
$892 Sale Price
30% Off
1982 Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Bankers Chair in Lacquered Ash & Mohair
By Brickel Associates, Ward Bennett
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Bankers Armchair, initially designed by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates in 1965.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Foam, Ash, Fabric
1983 Pair of Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Dining Bankers Chairs in Oak
By Brickel Associates, Ward Bennett
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Bankers Armchairs, initially designed by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates in 1965.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 4 Chairs by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates
By Brickel Associates, Ward Bennett
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A set of four (4) 'Bankers' chairs in natural oiled walnut with the original coquille upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut


