Sit Like an Emperor in This STAR WARS Palpatine Chair

Emperor PalpatineOpens in a new tab is one of the most iconic villains in the Star WarsOpens in a new tab canon. Played to perfection by veteran actor Ian McDiarmidOpens in a new tab, Palpatine is known for this menacing laugh, lightning fingers, and general theatrics. You, maybe not so much, but now you can at least sit proud like the Emperor in this incredible armchairOpens in a new tab from Regal RobotOpens in a new tab.

Inspired by Palpatine’s black and purple throne seat – which is featured prominently in Return of the JediOpens in a new tab – this upholstered chair is the perfect office accent for any superfan. The chair sits on a chrome base that swivels so you can spin to face any steadfast ally or rebellious enemy. The chair is made in the United States and ships in about 8 to 10 weeks. It runs $1,499 – a steep price but totally worth it considering how truly menacing and perfectly crafted it is.

The chair is one Regal Robot’s newest Custom StudioOpens in a new tab products. The company specializes in furniture, art, and decor; specifically Star Wars, but also nostalgia and space-themedOpens in a new tab objects and designs. (They even accept commissions!) If you like the Palpatine chair, be sure to check out other Star Wars decor on their site, including a Han in Carbonite deskOpens in a new tab and a replica of the Millennium Falcon in the asteroid fieldOpens in a new tab in coffee table form.

What do you think about this Emperor’s throne fchair? Would you add it to your home Death Star? Let us know in the comments!

Image: Lucasfilm

C’mon in, and pull yourself up a chair…

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