Do butterfly chairs fold up?

Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.

What is the most comfortable folding chair?

The most comfortable folding chair is really a matter of preference. When shopping for folding chairs, you’ll want to think about how you’ll use them, how often you’ll be using them and if you have a preference with respect to materials. Shop antique, vintage and new folding chairs on 1stDibs.

Who designed the folding chair?

Opinions vary on who designed the folding chair. Chairs designed to fold have existed since the ancient world, with examples found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Some people argue that the original designer of the modern-day folding chair was John Cram, who patented an idea for a folding chair in 1855. However, others believe that Philip E.G. Harrison should get the credit because his 1931 design more closely resembles the modern-day folding chair. Nathaniel Alexander also contributed to the development of the folding chair with his 1911 chair that included a book rest, as did Frederic Arnold, who created the first folding aluminum chair in 1947. Shop a selection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.

What are the chairs that fold up called?

Chairs that fold up are usually called folding chairs. However, people may refer to them as collapsible chairs as well. Other names for folding chairs designed for outdoor use include deck chairs, beach chairs, lawn chairs, camping chairs and patio chairs. Shop a collection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.

Who invented the folding chair?

Nathaniel Alexander invented the folding chair in 1911. During the 1950s, demand for the chairs skyrocketed with furniture makers like the Fredric Arnold Company in Brooklyn, New York, producing thousands every day. Find a variety of folding chairs on 1stDibs.

Folding Chairs Yugoslavia

Hans Wegner The Chair

Yugoslavia Furniture

Rex Kralj

Mid Century Modern Cord Chair

Hans Wegner Rope Lounge

Former Modern

Niko Kralj

Midcentury Made In Yugoslavia

Mid-Century Yugoslavian Woven Rocking Chair & Folding Ottoman Circa 1960s

$1,890 / set

Mid-Century Yugoslavian Woven Rocking Chair & Folding Ottoman Circa 1960s

Located in North Hollywood, CA

A beautifully crafted Mid-Century Modern rocking chair with matching folding ottoman, made in Yugoslavia during the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Wood

Pr. of Mid Century Folding Lounge Chairs made in Yugoslavia att. to Elbert Wels

$2,200 / set

Pr. of Mid Century Folding Lounge Chairs made in Yugoslavia att. to Elbert Wels

By Ebert Wels, Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Classic pair of folding rope seat and back, mid century lounge chairs, made in Yugoslavia, design attributed to Elbert Wels, circa 1950’s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rope, Wood

Vintage Folding Chairs Set of 4 by Gio Ponti, Wood, Yugoslavia, 1970s

$2,285 / set

Vintage Folding Chairs Set of 4 by Gio Ponti, Wood, Yugoslavia, 1970s

By Gio Ponti

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

Original vintage folding chairs ”Eden” designed Gio Ponti. Made in Yugoslavia in the 1970 at manufacture Stol Kamnik.

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Vintage 1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Pr. Mid Century Folding Lounge Chairs and Ottoman c. 1950's Made in Yugoslavia

$2,400 / set

Pr. Mid Century Folding Lounge Chairs and Ottoman c. 1950's Made in Yugoslavia

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Pr. Mid Century folding lounge chairs, and the hard to find footrest, ottoman made in Yugoslavia, circa 1950/60’s - design reminiscent of Hans Wegner.

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Mid-20th Century Slovak Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cord, Wood

Pair of Hans Wegner Style Mid Century Folding Lounge Chairs, Accent Chairs

$2,304Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Hans Wegner Style Mid Century Folding Lounge Chairs, Accent Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Hans Wegner Style Mid Century Folding Lounge Chairs, Accent Chairs This stunning pair of vintage lounge chairs features sculptural teak wood frames and original hand woven r...

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Mid-20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Cord, Rope, Teak

Pair of Hans Wegner Style Mid Century Folding Lounge Chairs, Teak Accent Chairs

$2,340Sale Price / set|35% Off

Pair of Hans Wegner Style Mid Century Folding Lounge Chairs, Teak Accent Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Hans Wegner Style Mid Century Folding Lounge Chairs, Accent Chairs This stunning pair of vintage lounge chairs features sculptural teak wood frames and original hand woven ...

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Mid-20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Cord, Wood, Teak, Rope

Vintage Mid- Century Folding Chair red Beech 1 / 6

$285 / item

Vintage Mid- Century Folding Chair red Beech 1 / 6

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This Mid-Century folding chair was manufactured in Yugoslavia. It is made of solid beech wood and features a beautiful patina, where the original red color has now faded.

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Vintage 1980s Serbian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Mid-Century Modern Slatted Walnut Folding Dining Chairs - Set of 4

$995 / set

Mid-Century Modern Slatted Walnut Folding Dining Chairs - Set of 4

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

Add timeless European charm to your home with this exceptional set of four Mid-Century Modern Walnut Slatted Dining Chairs, crafted in Yugoslavia circa 1960s. Featuring beautifully s...

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Vintage 1960s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Folding Chair REX By Niko Kralj for Stol Kamnik Yugoslavia 1950s

$960

Folding Chair REX By Niko Kralj for Stol Kamnik Yugoslavia 1950s

By Niko Kralj

Located in Čelinac, BA

Niko Kralj Folding Chair REX 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Plywood

Vintage Rex multiplex folding chairs Niko Kralj, Joegoslavië 1950

$1,542 / set

Vintage Rex multiplex folding chairs Niko Kralj, Joegoslavië 1950

By Niko Kralj

Located in Den Haag, NL

The iconic "Rex" chair model by the famous Yugoslavian designer Niko Kralj. This model was designed at the age of 50 in the Yugoslavian furniture factory "Stol Kamnik". The chair is ...

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Vintage 1950s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

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Pale Yellow Rope Folding Chair in the Style of Hans Wegner

Unavailable

H 29 in W 24 in D 30 in

Pale Yellow Rope Folding Chair in the Style of Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Bedford, NY

Woven rope folding chair sprayed yellow. made on Yugoslavia in the style of Hans Wegner.

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Vintage 1960s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Set of Four Folding Mid Century Industrial Constructivist Style Wood Chairs

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H 32.5 in W 18 in D 20 in

Set of Four Folding Mid Century Industrial Constructivist Style Wood Chairs

By Aldo Jacober, Stol Kamnik

Located in New York, NY

Set of four industrial, mid century folding dining, bistro, cafe style chairs, constructed of solid wood, circa 1950/60's, probably made in Yugoslavia, unsigned.

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Mid-20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Folding Rope Chairs in the Style of Hans Wegner

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H 30 in W 23.5 in D 31 in

Mid Century Folding Rope Chairs in the Style of Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Kalamazoo, MI

If this pair of popular folding chairs with rope seats and backs looks familiar, it is because it is closely based on Hans Wegner's famous chair design.

Category

Mid-20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cord, Beech

Scandinavian Modern Hans Wegner Style Folding Rope Lounge Chair

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H 29 in W 24 in D 30 in

Scandinavian Modern Hans Wegner Style Folding Rope Lounge Chair

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This Scandinavian design folding rope chair captures the style of Hans Wegner without a hefty price tag.

Category

Mid-20th Century Macedonian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rope, Hardwood, Beech

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Rope Cord and Wood Folding Chairs Hans Wegner Style

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H 30.5 in W 23.5 in D 30 in

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Rope Cord and Wood Folding Chairs Hans Wegner Style

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a magnificent pair of low, folding chairs, made of rope cord and wood, in the style of Hans Wegner.

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Vintage 1960s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Pair Folding Side Chairs with Jute Weave Seats and Backs

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H 33.5 in W 18 in D 19.5 in

Pair Folding Side Chairs with Jute Weave Seats and Backs

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Pair folding chairs, Made in Yugoslavia, design after Wegner.

Category

Vintage 1950s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood, Rope

Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner Style Oak and Rope Folding Lounge Chair

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H 32 in W 23 in D 19 in

Mid-Century Modern Hans Wegner Style Oak and Rope Folding Lounge Chair

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Fabulous folding armless lounge chair in oak and rope that looks like the JH512 midcentury chair by the famous Danish designer Hans Wegner.

Category

Vintage 1970s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Rope, Oak

Pr. Mid Century Wegner Style Folding Rope Lounge Chairs Circa 1950/70's

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H 30.5 in W 23.75 in D 33 in

Pr. Mid Century Wegner Style Folding Rope Lounge Chairs Circa 1950/70's

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Made in either Yugoslavia, or possibly Czechoslovakia, the chairs feature solid wood mechanical folding frames, with woven cord seats and backs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Macedonian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rope, Wood

Set of Four Danish Modern Folding Teak and Rope Dining Side Chairs, circa 1960s

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H 32.25 in W 18 in D 21.13 in

Set of Four Danish Modern Folding Teak and Rope Dining Side Chairs, circa 1960s

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Peabody, MA

Set of four folding chairs with rope seats and backs, made in the Danish modern style in Yugoslavia, circa 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak, Papercord

Pair Of Folding Chairs By Niko Kralj

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H 23 in W 30 in

Pair Of Folding Chairs By Niko Kralj

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Pair of slatted "Rex" chairs by Niko Kralj a Yugoslavian architect , designed 1952 . Easy to store and a nice simple fluid mechanism for opening and closing .Priced for the pair

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Vintage 1950s Macedonian Armchairs

Mid Century Folding Lounge Chair made in Yugoslavia after Wegner

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H 29.75 in W 21.75 in D 29 in

Mid Century Folding Lounge Chair made in Yugoslavia after Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Classic mid century folding lounge chair, made in Yugoslavia, after the iconic Wegner design.

Category

Mid-20th Century Macedonian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cord, Wood

Pair Of Mid Century Folding Chairs Papercord, Yugoslavia 1970s

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H 31.5 in W 20.28 in D 28.94 in

Pair Of Mid Century Folding Chairs Papercord, Yugoslavia 1970s

By Gio Ponti, Hans J. Wegner

Located in München, BY

Manufactured around 1970 in Yugoslavia. A fantastic set of two vintage folding chairs in the style of Hans J.

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Folding Lounge Chairs Made in Yugoslavia after Wegener c 1950/1960's

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H 29.5 in W 23.5 in D 24 in

Mid Century Folding Lounge Chairs Made in Yugoslavia after Wegener c 1950/1960's

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional pair of folding lounge chairs, Made in Yugoslavia, after the iconic Wegner masterpiece.

Category

Mid-20th Century Macedonian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rope, Beech

Hans Wegner Folding Rope Chair

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H 30 in W 23.5 in D 31 in

Hans Wegner Folding Rope Chair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

In the style of Hans Wegner, and made in Yugoslavia. Foldable, sturdy design with elegant curved mahogany features.

Category

Vintage 1960s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cord, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Folding Lounge Paper Cord Chair, after Hans Wegner

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H 29.73 in W 23.63 in D 31.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Folding Lounge Paper Cord Chair, after Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Sherborne, GB

Fabulous folding armless lounge chair in oak and woven paper cord made after the JH512 midcentury chair by the famous Danish designer Hans Wegner.

Category

Vintage 1970s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Papercord

Pair Mid Century Scandinavian Modern woven Papercord folding lounge chairs

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H 30 in W 25 in D 29 in

Pair Mid Century Scandinavian Modern woven Papercord folding lounge chairs

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Pair Mid Century Scandinavian Modern woven Papercord folding lounge chairs. Great vintage pair of matching woven papercord rope folding swivel chairs.

Category

Vintage 1960s Macedonian Scandinavian Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Birch

Mid-Century Folding Rope Weave Chairs in the Style of Hans Wegner

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H 30 in W 23.5 in D 31 in

Mid-Century Folding Rope Weave Chairs in the Style of Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Buffalo, NY

Design closely based on Hans Wegner's famous chair design.Extremely comfortable. This stunning pair of Mid-Century Modern rope chairs looks just like Wegner's iconic chairs, and they...

Category

Antique 1650s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rope, Beech

Set of Four Mid Century Folding Rope Dining Chairs by Ebert Wels after Wegner

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H 32 in W 17.5 in D 22 in

Set of Four Mid Century Folding Rope Dining Chairs by Ebert Wels after Wegner

By Ebert Wels, Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional set of four folding wood and cord dining, cafe, side chairs designed by Elbert Wels, after Wegner. These stylish chairs are in excellent original, clean and ready to use ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cord, Wood

Mid Century Dining Set Table and Four Folding Chairs

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H 29 in W 62 in D 34 in

Mid Century Dining Set Table and Four Folding Chairs

By Niko Kralj

Located in New York, NY

Set of five dining table, with four chairs, long drop leaf table, with four folding chairs, which fit into the table when not in use.

Category

Mid-20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Wood

Niko Kralj Folding Rocking chairs

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Niko Kralj Folding Rocking chairs

By Niko Kralj

Located in Berlin, DE

Folding Rocking chairs by Niko Kralj in beautiful condition ref.: neue möbel 3 Verlag Gerd Hatje 1955 p. 25 and neue Möbel 4 Verlag Gerd Hatje 1958 p. 36

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Vintage 1950s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Wood

After Hans Wegner-Pair of Folding Chairs and Ottoman

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H 29 in W 27 in D 24 in

After Hans Wegner-Pair of Folding Chairs and Ottoman

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Hudson, NY

Yugoslavian made pair and ottoman. Completely new danish cord on all 3 pieces.

Category

Vintage 1960s Macedonian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Hans Wegner Style Rope Seat Folding Lounge Chairs

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H 29.5 in W 23.5 in D 29 in

Pair of Hans Wegner Style Rope Seat Folding Lounge Chairs

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Long Beach, CA

Pair of Hans Wegner Style Rope Seat Folding Lounge Chairs. Made in Yugoslavia c. 1960's.

Category

Vintage 1960s Macedonian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Rope

Set of Four Mid-Century Walnut Folding Chairs with Caned Seats

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H 29 in W 18.5 in D 18 in

Set of Four Mid-Century Walnut Folding Chairs with Caned Seats

Located in Hudson, NY

A stylish set of four caned seat walnut folding chairs with a Yugoslavia stamp. The chairs are comfortable and sturdy.

Category

Vintage 1960s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Folding Rope Weave Chairs in the Style of Gio Ponti

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H 30.71 in W 23.63 in D 30.32 in

Mid-Century Folding Rope Weave Chairs in the Style of Gio Ponti

By Gio Ponti

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid-century folding rope weave chairs in the style of Gio Ponti, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

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Folding Chairs Yugoslavia For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal folding chairs yugoslavia for your home. Each folding chairs yugoslavia for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and beech. Your living room may not be complete without a folding chairs yugoslavia — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A folding chairs yugoslavia is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. A well-made folding chairs yugoslavia has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Niko Kralj are consistently popular.

How Much is a Folding Chairs Yugoslavia?

The average selling price for a folding chairs yugoslavia at 1stDibs is $1,741, while they’re typically $212 on the low end and $3,498 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Folding Chairs Yugoslavia

Do butterfly chairs fold up?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.
What is the most comfortable folding chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
The most comfortable folding chair is really a matter of preference. When shopping for folding chairs, you’ll want to think about how you’ll use them, how often you’ll be using them and if you have a preference with respect to materials. Shop antique, vintage and new folding chairs on 1stDibs.
Who designed the folding chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
Opinions vary on who designed the folding chair. Chairs designed to fold have existed since the ancient world, with examples found in the tomb of Tutankhamun. Some people argue that the original designer of the modern-day folding chair was John Cram, who patented an idea for a folding chair in 1855. However, others believe that Philip E.G. Harrison should get the credit because his 1931 design more closely resembles the modern-day folding chair. Nathaniel Alexander also contributed to the development of the folding chair with his 1911 chair that included a book rest, as did Frederic Arnold, who created the first folding aluminum chair in 1947. Shop a selection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
What are the chairs that fold up called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
Chairs that fold up are usually called folding chairs. However, people may refer to them as collapsible chairs as well. Other names for folding chairs designed for outdoor use include deck chairs, beach chairs, lawn chairs, camping chairs and patio chairs. Shop a collection of folding chairs on 1stDibs.
Who invented the folding chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Nathaniel Alexander invented the folding chair in 1911. During the 1950s, demand for the chairs skyrocketed with furniture makers like the Fredric Arnold Company in Brooklyn, New York, producing thousands every day. Find a variety of folding chairs on 1stDibs.

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