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Set Victorian Dining Chairs Walnut Balloon Back
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Set of 6 walnut Victorian Cabriole Leg dining chairs.
These dining chairs stand upon Typical
Category
Antique 1860s Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Set Victorian Dining Chairs Mahogany Balloon Back
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Set of 6 Victorian Mahogany Dining Chairs.
Circa 1850
These chairs Have Turned Front Legs and Sabre
Category
Antique 1850s Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set 10 Balloon Back Chairs Victorian Dining
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Set of 10 (8+2) Victorian style mahogany dining chairs.
These mahogany dining chairs stand upon
Category
Vintage 1920s Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back Mahogany, 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Here we have a set of 6 walnut victorian cabriole leg dining chairs.
The chairs are raised upon
Category
Antique 1860s Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Four Balloon-Back Napoleon III Dining Chairs
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A beautiful set of four balloon backed antique French dining chairs dating from the Napoleon III
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fruitwood
Antique Rosewood Crown / Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Ely, GB
Set of Four Wonderful Early Victorian Solid Rosewood Dining Chairs, Circa 1840-1860.
They are of
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Antique 1840s British Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Boho Chic Balloon Back Bamboo Rattan Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Incredible set of 6 exceptional boho chic dining chairs. Each features a balloon back with a bamboo
Category
Vintage 1980s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
French Louis XVI Style Gilded Balloon-Back Dining Chairs Newly Upholstered
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Louis XVI Style Gilded Balloon-Back Dining Chairs
Newly Upholstered - Set of 4
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Outstanding Set of 6 Victorian Antique Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding set of six 19th Century Victorian antique mahogany balloon back dining chairs having
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Other
H 35.04 in W 18.9 in D 16.15 in
Set of 6 French 20th Century Reproduction Balloon Back Dining Chairs
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A whimsical set of upholstered French reproduction dining chairs, produced there in the 20th
Category
20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Paint
Vintage Set 14 Victorian Revival Balloon Back Dining Chairs 20th C
Located in London, GB
This is an absolutely fantastic vintage set of fourteen balloon back dining chairs, dating from
Category
Vintage 1980s Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Six Louis XVI Maison Jansen Style Bleached Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Whitewash
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Six Louis XVI Maison Jansen Style Bleached Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Whitewash, Red Fabric
Set
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 37 in W 22.5 in D 20 in
3 Victorian Revival Mahogany Balloon Back Caned Dining Chairs Silk Brocade Seats
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of 3 large late 20th century Victorian style dining chair. Made for Due Process Trading Company
Category
Late 20th Century Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
H 44 in W 26.5 in D 24.5 in
Fine Set 8 Maison Jansen Distressed Paint Decorated Balloon Back Dining Chairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a superb set of 8 signed Maison Jansen balloon back style Directoire dining chairs. The
Category
Vintage 1920s French Directoire Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
H 36 in W 20.25 in D 20.25 in
6 Vintage French Louis XV Style Carved Balloon Back Caned Dining Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
6 Mid 20th century Louis XV style balloon back dining chairs. Made from hardwood with cane back
Category
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
Coastal Island Style Hollywood Regency Balloon Back Rattan Dining Chairs Set 4
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Coastal Island Style or Hollywood Regency balloon back rattan dining chairs set of
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Foam
H 45 in W 28 in D 26 in
19th Century Antique Set of Six Victorian Balloon Back Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
19th century antique set of six Victorian balloon back mahogany dining chairs having attractive
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Other
H 34.45 in W 17.72 in D 15.36 in
2 Antique Edwardian Carved Mahogany Parlor Balloon Back Dining Side Chairs Pair
Located in Dayton, OH
Two antique Edwardian / Victorian parlor dining chairs. Made of mahogany featuring Art Nouveau
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
H 38.5 in W 23 in D 21 in
Bisquit Tufted Dining Side Chair with Wood Legs and Balloon Shaped Back
By LF Upholstery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Clara chair is a classic style with an all upholstered back and seat with hand stitched bisquit
Category
2010s American American Classical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Set of Six Maison Jansen Balloon Back Dining Side Chairs, Early 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
A set of six stylish balloon back dining chairs with fluted styles separated by graduated spheres
Category
Early 20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 37.5 in W 19 in D 18 in
Set of Six Flemish Dining Chairs with Carved Balloon-Back and Upholstered Seat
Located in Miami, FL
A very lovely set of six dining chairs in dence West Indies mahogany of high quality with well
Category
Antique 1830s Belgian Louis Philippe Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
H 35.5 in W 19.5 in D 22 in
Louis XVI French Style Hot Air Balloon Back Montgolfier Dining Chair Set of 6
By Montgolfier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of 6 Vintage Louis XVI French style hot air balloon back "Montgolfier" dining chairs. Item
Category
Mid-20th Century Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Paint
H 38.5 in W 24 in D 25 in
French Louis XVI Style Carved and Gilded Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Paramount Furniture Co.
Located in Kennesaw, GA
dining chairs. They are upholstered in a navy velvet. They were distributed out of New York by Paramount
Category
Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 38 in W 22.75 in D 24 in
Antique Victorian Balloon Back Chairs, Set of 7
Located in Lake Worth, FL
circa 1900 victorian balloon back chairs
Approximate measurements in inches
34" high at back
17" wide
Category
Early 20th Century American Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Boho Chic Bamboo Rattan Balloon Back Arm Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Wonderful set of 4 vintage bohemian bamboo rattan arm chairs. Each feature a balloon back with
Category
Vintage 1980s Bohemian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
4 Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Balloon Back Side Chairs Needlepoint Seat
Located in Dayton, OH
Lot of 4 Victorian Dining or side chairs from the last half of the 19th century. Each is made from
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Upholstery
H 35 in W 20 in D 25 in
Ten Maison Jansen Style Silverleaf 'Montgolfier' Hot-Air Balloon Dinning Chairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Ten Maison Jansen Style Silverleaf 'Montgolfier' Hot-Air Balloon Dinning Chairs
France, Mid -20th
Category
20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Beech
H 39 in W 24.5 in D 20 in
Pair Of Victorian Carved Walnut Balloon Back Chairs, Scotland 1880, H1164
Located in Vancouver, BC
Pair Of Victorian Carved Walnut Balloon Back Chairs, Scotland 1880, H1164
Solid Walnut
Original
Category
Antique 1880s Scottish Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.5 in W 19 in D 18.5 in
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Balloon Back Mahogany Library Side Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique 19th century English Victorian balloon back mahogany library side chairs. Listing features
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 34.5 in W 17.5 in D 20 in
Set Victorian Dining Chairs Balloon Back Mahogany
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Set of 6 mahogany Victorian dining chairs.
These chairs having ring turned front legs and shaped
Category
Antique 1860s Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs Mahogany 1850
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Here we Have a Quality Set of 8 Early Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs Made From
Category
Antique 1850s Victorian Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Six French Burlwood Caned Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent set of six French dining chairs hand-crafted from mahogany featuring a dramatic burl wood
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Burl
Set of 6 Antique William IV Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
A stunning set of six original William IV period dining chairs. They were made in England, and date
Category
Antique 1840s British William IV Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Six Barbara Barry Baker Tiffany Blue Leather Dining Chairs
By Barbara Barry
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of 6 fine dining chairs designed by Barbara Barry for Baker. The chairs covered in a soft
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Set of Four Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stunning set of four lacquer painted dining chairs made in the grand French Louis XVI taste. The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Quality Set of Four Antique Victorian Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality set of four antique Victorian mahogany dining chairs having a quality mahogany shaped
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Other
Lacquered Wood Set / Eight Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite set of eight lacquer painted dining chairs
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Lacquer
Set of Eight Louis XVI Style Lacquer Painted Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Midcentury set of eight dining chairs made in the grand French Louis XVI taste. The set consists of
Category
20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Fine Quality Set of 6 Antique Victorian Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine quality set of 6 antique Victorian mahogany dining chairs having a quality mahogany balloon
Category
Antique 1860s English Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Other
Antique Walnut Chairs, Pair of Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Scotland 1880, H1133
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Walnut Chairs, Pair of Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Antique Furniture, Scotland
Category
Antique 1880s Scottish Victorian Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35 in W 17.5 in D 20 in
Set of Six George I Burlwood Veneered and Carved Dining Chairs
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A stunning set of Six George I Burlwood Veneered and Carved Walnut Dining Chairs, English, early
Category
Antique Early 18th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Set of Six French Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Remarkable set of six french painted dining chairs crafted in the grand neoclassical Louis XVI
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Antique 19th Century Set of Six Victorian Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine quality set of six English Victorian antique walnut dining chairs having beautifully designed
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Early Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Fine Quality Antique Victorian Set of Six Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine quality antique Victorian set of six walnut dining chairs having a quality walnut carved
Category
Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Set of Five Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs with Houndstooth
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Charming set of five french painted dining chairs made in the grand Louis XVI style. The chairs
Category
20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Fine Quality Set of 4 Antique Victorian Carved Rosewood Dining Chairs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine quality set of 4 antique Victorian carved rosewood dining chairs having a quality carved
Category
Antique 1860s English Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
H 22.05 in W 17.52 in D 17.52 in
Set of Six Faux Rope Cerused Dining Chairs by Casa Stradivari
By Casa Stradivari
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Impressive set of six balloon back dining chairs made by Casa Stradivari of New York. The chairs
Category
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Rare Set of 22 Nineteenth Century Antique Dining Chairs with Leather Upholstery
Located in London, GB
A Large Set of 22 mid-19th century Dining Chairs
Constructed from Honduran mahogany, prized for
Category
Antique 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 36.5 in W 20 in D 18.5 in
Antique Walnut Chairs, Set of 4 Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Scotland 1880, H952
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Walnut Chairs, Set of 4 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Antique Furniture, Scotland
Category
Antique 1880s Scottish Victorian Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35 in W 19 in D 21 in
Superb Set of 8 Maison Jansen Attributed Set Painted Gilded Dining Chairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This set of 8 French Directoire Style balloon dining Rroom chairs are made with immense detail and
Category
Vintage 1950s French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 38 in W 19.5 in D 20.5 in
Regency White Cane Back Bamboo Rattan Dining Chairs on Casters - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
chairs. Each chair boasts a beautiful ballooned cane backrest and convenient casters, combining style and
Category
Vintage 1980s Philippine Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bamboo, Rattan
H 37.5 in W 21.5 in D 22 in
Fine Set of 12 Custom French Louis XVI Style Dining Room Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of 12 custom dining room chairs comprised of 10 side chairs and 2 arm chairs. The frames were
Category
20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set Of 12 Louis XVI Style Faux Suede Leather & Paint Decorated Dining Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An elegant and well made set that are also quite comfortable. Set of 12 Louis XVI dining chairs
Category
20th Century Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Set of 11 Swedish Painted Dining Room Chairs with Carved Splats and Upholstery
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of 11 Swedish painted wood dining room chairs from the early 20th century, with carved splats
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
H 37.5 in W 18.5 in D 16.3 in
Set of Eighteen Red Walnut Dining Chairs Attributed to Gillows, circa 1830
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A set of eighteen red walnut dining chairs attributed to Gillows.
English, circa 1830.
Each
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 34.26 in W 18.12 in D 19.69 in
Circa 1900s English Oak Balloon Back Dining or Side Chair Newly Reupholstered
Located in London, GB
Circa 1900s oak balloon back side or dining chair which is characterised by its distinctive balloon
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 34.65 in W 17.72 in D 18.12 in
Very Fine 19th Century Irish Set of Twelve Dining Chairs by Strahan of Dublin
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine 19th century Irish set of twelve dining chairs by 'Strahan of Dublin'. The well figured
Category
Antique 19th Century Irish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 34.5 in W 19 in D 23 in
Set of 10 Antique English William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs by J Proctor
Located in Glasgow, GB
A fantastic set of ten William IV mahogany dining chairs dating to circa 1830 and by J Proctor
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
H 33.67 in W 18.12 in D 21.46 in
Antique Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Floral Needlepoint Dining Side Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian mahogany chair featuring balloon back and needlepoint seat. Measure: 35".
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Set of Four Bamboo Rattan Peacock Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
taste. The chairs feature a balloon shaped back with an open lattice fretwork design. The flat arms are
Category
20th Century Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
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Balloon Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the balloon dining chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each balloon dining chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, mahogany and fabric. There are 93 variations of the antique or vintage balloon dining chair you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer balloon dining chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A balloon dining chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Louis XVI and Hollywood Regency styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one balloon dining chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Maison Jansen and Baker Furniture Company produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Balloon Dining Chair?
Prices for a balloon dining chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $360 and can go as high as $16,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,185.
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 Balloon Dining Chair
- What is a balloon back chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A balloon back chair is a specific type of seat that became popular during the Victorian era. It features a curved back that tapers as it travels down to the seat. Many balloon back chairs are armless, and nearly all examples feature upholstered seats. You'll find a range of balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Balloon back chairs are from the Victorian era, which lasted from the late 1830s to the turn of the 20th century. These chairs get their name from their rounded backrests and narrow waists, which make it seem like their tops have ballooned or grown in size. On 1stDibs, shop a range of balloon back chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Balloon back chairs were made mostly in the Victorian era, as they were highly popular at this time in the 19th century. It is generally regarded as a classic antique dining room chair. Browse an array of authentic antique balloon back chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a dining chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A dining chair is a chair used to provide seating while dining at a table. There are two main types: side chairs and armchairs. As the name suggests, armchairs feature integrated arms, and they typically go along the short ends of rectangular tables. Free of arms, side chairs are usually arranged along the sides of rectangular tables. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Dining chairs should be around 18 inches tall. Since most dining tables are 30 inches high, 18 inch tall dining chairs allow for a comfortable amount of legroom. As a general rule of thumb, there should be around 12 inches between a dining table and a seat.
- What is a carver dining chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A carver dining chair is a kind of spool chair with legs rising above the seat level to frame the back and support the armrests. A theory about how carver chairs got their name is that the “master of the household” would sit at the head of the dining table and carve the meat that would be served for dinner. A widely reported origin story for the carver chair is that the name references a Pilgrim named John Carver, who was the founder of the Plymouth colony of Massachusetts in the United States. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage carver chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A good width for a dining chair is generally considered to be 16 to 20 inches. Chairs within this size range typically provide enough space for most people to sit comfortably. Shop a collection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether leather is good for dining chairs is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find leather to be easy to wipe clean and appreciate its texture and appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of leather dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The entire back of a dining chair is simply called the chair back. It may have another name that more accurately describes the shape such as an X back or a cross back. The individual parts of a chair back include the ear, top rail, cross rail, stile and back post. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary dining chairs from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Choosing a fabric for reupholstering dining chairs is dependent on a number of factors. Cotton, faux suede, leather, tweed, velvet and vinyl are all popular options though each has different benefits. It is important to consider durability, ability to clean, and coordinating with decor.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The end chairs are called an armchair. Typically found at the head of the table, these specific chairs have armrests and give off a more formal feel. You can shop a collection of armchairs and dining tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, your dining room table and chairs do not need to match. Coordinated colors and styles can add visual flair to a space, and is a great way to show off your personal style. Shop a collection of dining room tables and chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The seat of a dining room chair is typically 18 inches from the floor and 16 to 20 inches wide.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021To pick a fabric for dining room chairs, one should consider durable, easy to maintain or stain-resistant materials. While choosing a fabric is a personal choice, the most commonly preferred upholstery materials include cotton and linen — both are prone to staining, however — as well as leather and synthetic fabrics such as polyester. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dining chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
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