First made in the 1940s for use on US Navy ships and at land-based facilities. Since then, it's been used for working and dining in settings where an extra level of comfort is required. With its rich history, this humble but proud chair is a symbol of no-nonsense American ingenuity.
Semi-upholstered Navy chair aboard a US Navy ship. Image courtesy of Battleship New Jersey Museum.Semi-upholstered Navy chairs aboard a US Navy ship. Image courtesy of Battleship New Jersey Museum.Semi-upholstered Navy chair aboard a US Navy ship. Image courtesy of Battleship New Jersey Museum.Semi-upholstered Navy chairs aboard a US Navy ship. Image courtesy of Battleship New Jersey Museum.