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Postmodern Chinoiserie Cantilever Dining Chairs
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing set of 4 postmodern/chinoiserie cantilever dining chairs. Each feature a black Asian
Category

Vintage 1980s American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Brass Plated Leather Cantilevered Dining Chairs After Willy Rizzo Desgn
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Miami, FL
Brass Plated Leather Cantilevered Dining Chairs After Willy Rizzo Desgn Offered for sale is a set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-century Modern Cantilevered Dining Chairs, Stainless Steel Bases, Set of 8
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century Modern Cantilevered Dining Chairs, Stainless Steel Bases, Set of 8 Offered for sale is
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

MCM Chrome Tubular Mod Cantilever Dining Chairs by Gastone Rinaldi, Set of 4
By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Tubular Mod Cantilever dining chairs by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima - Set of
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

2001 Prototype Richard Schultz 2002 Collection Mesh Cantilever Dining Chair
By Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Richard Schultz 2002 Collection stainless steel cantilever dining chair
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Early 2000s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of Six Terge Hope “Spring” Black Cantilevered Dining Chairs for Westnofa
By Marcel Breuer, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Miami, FL
Six ebony stained wood slat cantilevered dining chairs with black Naugahyde cushions designed by
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Wood

Mid Century Modern Cane and Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your dining room with this pair of Mid Century Modern Cane and Chrome Cantilever Dining
Category

20th Century Taiwanese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane

Set of 6 Mod Cantilevered Dining Chairs w/ Black Frames and New Gray Upholstery
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 Mod cantilevered dining chairs with black frames and newly upholstered seats in dark grey
Category

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

Materials

Upholstery

6 Brody Seating Company USA Mid-Century Modern Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Superb set of 6 American tubular Chrome, Vinyl & Cord Cantilever Dining Chairs made by B. Brody
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Modern Marcel Breuer Style Cane and Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Cantilever Dining Chairs. These chairs feature chrome cantilever frames, cane backrests, and beige fabric
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Six Paul Evans Cantilevered Dining Chairs for Directional, 1970s
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Hamburg, PA
A Mid-Century Modern set of 6 Paul Evans cantilevered dining chairs for Directional. This set
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid Century Modern Chrome and Cane Cantilever Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The Mid Century Modern Chrome and Cane Cantilever Dining Chairs, a set of four, elegantly combine
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane

Paul Evans for Directional MCM Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs – Set of 8
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul Evans for Directional Mid Century Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs – Set of 8 Each chair
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Milo Baughman Style Brass Cantilever Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Milo Baughman
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman Style Brass Cantilever Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 22.75 wide x 23
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Early 2000s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Cantilever Dining Chairs by Brueton
By Brueton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Spacious proportions and padded arm rests make these chrome and vinyl cantilever arm chairs a comfortable
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Four Thonet White and Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Chicago, IL
An early design of tubular chromed steel cantilevered frames, updated in this 1970s version. Single
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Harvey Probber Style Cantilevered Dining Chair in Red Velvet
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
Vibrant and excellent quality set of 8 dining chairs in a cut velvet.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Fantastic Set 4 Pace Collection Laguna Chrome Cantilevered Dining Chair
By Leon Rosen, Pace Collection
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic set of 4 Mariani Laguna Pace Collection cantilevered chrome dining chairs. These Italian
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Eight Woven Wicker Panton Style Cantilever Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish set of eight woven leaf wicker dining chairs made in the Mid-Century Modern manner and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

DIA Set of Six Chrome Cantilevered Dining Chairs Mid Century
By Design Institute America
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Very difficult to find, these provocative dining chairs are in wonderful condition, the chrome is
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Six Stainless Steel Cantilever Dining Chairs by Brueton, 1980s
By Brueton
Located in Hamburg, PA
A stunning set of six dining chairs by Brueton, circa 1980s. The cantilever chairs are classic Mid
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid Century White Vinyl and Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs by Loewenstein/Oggo
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The Elegant Mid-Century Chrome Dining Chairs by Loewenstein/Oggo combine style and comfort
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1970s Set of 4 Chromed Steel Cantilever Dining Chairs by Gastone Rinaldi
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in West Reading, PA
This is a set of 4 chromed-steel cantilever dining or side chairs, attributed to Gastone Rinaldi
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 Black Leather Cantilevered Dining Chairs with Matt Chrome Feet
By Peter Draenert
Located in Chicago, IL
4 cantilevered chairs in black leather with matt chrome skids. Dimensions 18" W x 23" D x 36" H
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Boho 1970 Danish Modern Cantilevered Dining Chair 290 by Steen Ostergaar
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous set of 5 vintage Boho dining chairs. Designed by Steen Ostergaard for Cado. A chic
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Vintage 1970s Danish Bohemian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plastic

7 KI Seating Modern Dark Blue Plastic & Chrome Reverse Cantilever Dining Chairs
By KI Krueger International
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage modern dark blue plastic & chrome reverse cantilever Intellect dining chairs by
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

8 KI Seating Modern Light Blue Plastic & Chrome Reverse Cantilever Dining Chairs
By KI Krueger International
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage modern light blue plastic & chrome reverse cantilever Intellect dining chairs by
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1 of 2 Bauhaus Cantilever Dining Chairs with Infinity Frame, Italy 1970s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a set of 4 magnificent Bauhaus Tubular Dining Chairs with an infinity
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Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of 4 Cantilevered Dining Chairs by Ditte & Adrian Heath for France & Son
By France & Søn, Ditte & Adrian Heath
Located in Belmont, MA
Set of four Ditte and Adrian Heath cantilevered Danish dining chairs for France and Son.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 4 Cantilevered Dining Chairs by Ditte & Adrian Heath for France & Son
By France & Søn, Ditte & Adrian Heath
Located in Belmont, MA
Set of four Ditte and Adrian Heath cantilevered Danish dining chairs for France and Son.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

50 x Matteo Grassi Leather Cantilever Dining Chairs by Mart Stam, Italy 1970
By Matteo Grassi, Mart Stam
Located in DE MEERN, NL
? Look no further than the Cantilever Black Leather Dining Chairs by Mart Stam for Matteo Grassi! These
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1974 Set of 8 Nicos Zographos CH66 Cantilever Dining Chairs in Black Leather
By Nicos Zographos, General Fireproofing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of 8 CH66 Side Chairs, designed by Nicos Zographos for Zographos Designs in 1966. The
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Bauhaus cantilever dining chairs with arms loopin black leather by Fasem
By Fasem International, Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Set 5 "S34" Mart Stam tubular frame chairs, Fasem Italy How timeless something can be! This design
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20th Century Italian Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid Century Modern Italian Cantilever Dining Chair by Gastone Renaldi for Cidue
By Gastone Rinaldi, Cidue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century Modern Italian Steel Cantilever Chrome Plated Dining Chair by Gastone Renaldi for Cidue
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Milo Baughman Style Cantilever Dining Chairs in White and Chrome - Set of 5
By Design Institute America
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of 5 1970s Mid Century Modern cantilever chrome and white dining chairs. This set features
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Six Cantilever Chairs by Casala in Leather and Beechwood, 1970s
By Casala
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Set of six vintage cantilever dining chairs in beechwood by Casala, 1970s Reupholstered in leather
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Vintage black cantilever italian dining chairs, 1980s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Vintage cantilever dining chairs made in italy. They have a finely designed black metal frame
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Stunning Set of Six Brueton Cantilevered Chrome Dining Chairs, Midcentury
By Brueton
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning set of six Brueton flat band chrome cantilevered dining chairs with cream colored Faux
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Cane Cantilever Dining Chairs in the manner of Marcel Breuer Set of 4
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These Cantilever vintage chairs are made in Italy from the 70ties In the manner of Marcel Breuer
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech, Birch

USA Slatted Wood Cantilevered Zig-Zag Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Miami, FL
USA Slatted Wood Cantilevered Zig-Zag Dining Chairs, Set of 6 Offered for sale is a set of six
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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Bauhaus Cantilever MG5 Visitor Leather Chairs, Design Mart Stam, Italy 70s
By Matteo Grassi, Mart Stam
Located in Lucija, SI
Set of 4 Bauhaus cantilever dining chairs designed by Mart Stam and produce by Matteo Grassi in the
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Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1980s Postmodern Faux Alligator Cantilever Dining Chairs Set of 4
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Bensalem, PA
Nice set of 4 Gordon International cantilever chairs in black metal with faux black alligator vinyl
Category

Antique 1880s Furniture

Materials

Metal

Modern Chrome and Leather Cantilever Dining Chairs by Preview Furniture
By Weiman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. these mid-century modern chairs make a great addition to any dining or conference room. Please confirm
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Two Vintage Leather Cantilever Chair By FASEM Italy 1980s
By Fasem International
Located in Čelinac, BA
Leather Cantilever Dining Chair By Fasem Italy 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Sleek Set 6 Milo Baughman Style Cantilevered Chrome Dining Chairs Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Sleek set of 6 Milo Baughman style chrome cantilevered dining chairs. These vintage chairs are very
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Chrome & Velvet Cantilever Chair, 1980s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A chrome cantilever dining chair that echoes Mies van der Rohe's Modernist genius. The sleek chrome
Category

Vintage 1980s Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage 1970s Chrome and Leather 'Sabrina' Chair by Gastone Rinaldi for RIMA
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and rare set of four 1970s, Italian chrome framed, cantilevered dining chairs, with
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Steen Østergaard Cantilever "290" by CADO, Dining Chairs, Danish Modern, 1970
By Nanna Ditzel, Steen Ostergaard, Cado
Located in Odense, DK
Rare set of original "290" cantilever dining chairs by Steen Østergaard from the early production
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Chrome Dining Chairs
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Chrome Cantilever dining chairs Offered is a set
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

1990 Set of Three Mart Stam for Thonet Bauhaus Dining Chairs in Oak
By Thonet, Mart Stam
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a set of three cantilever dining chairs with arms, produced by Thonet and
Category

1990s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Pair of Cantilever Chairs in Cognac Leather and Chrome-plated Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of cantilever dining chairs, leather, chrome-plated steel, The Netherlands, 1960s Streamlined
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Vittorio Introini for Mario Sabot Pair of Dining Chairs in Dusty Pink
By Mario Sabot, Vittorio Introini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
. A pair of cantilevered dining chairs with a bent and chromed steel structure, designed by Vittorio
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Vittorio Introini Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Chromed Steel and Cognac Leather
By Mario Sabot, Vittorio Introini
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Amazing set of 6 cantilevered dining chairs in chromed steel and cognac leather by Vittorio
Category

Vintage 1960s Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1970s Set of 6 Modern Dining Chairs by Marcello Cuneo for Mobel Italia -Stendig
By Marcello Cuneo, Mobel Italia
Located in West Reading, PA
This is a set of 6 unusual Bauhaus Cantilever Dining Chairs, designed by Marcello Cuneo for Mobel
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mod Cantilevered Dining Armchairs
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Set of four mod cantilevered dining armchairs with polished chrome frame, newly upholstered resist
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mod Cantilevered Dining Armchairs
Mod Cantilevered Dining Armchairs
H 32 in W 24 in D 28 in
Cantilever Chrome & Checkered Velvet Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Outremont, QC
Cantilever Chrome Dining Chairs with Newly Upholstered Light Brown / Golden Checkered Velvet
Category

Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Cantilever Chrome and Wicker Dining Chairs Anton Lorenz Style
By Harvey Probber
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Wonderful chrome and wicker dining chairs. Cantilevered chrome frames with wicker bucket seats
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Four Cantilevered Chrome and Chocolate Brown Spoonback Dining Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of four chrome base dining chairs, in the manner of Harvey Probber. Dark chocolate vinyl
Category

Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set Six Sleek French Modern Cantilever Woven Cane Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Six Sleek French Modern Cantilever Woven Cane Dining Chairs France, circa 1950s  A set of six
Category

20th Century French Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Blue Leather Chrome Cantilever Dining Arm Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your dining area with the Blue Leather Chrome Cantilever Dining Arm Chairs. These modern
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

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Cantilever Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of cantilever dining chairs available for sale. Each of these unique cantilever dining chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, chrome and fabric. Cantilever dining chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of cantilever dining chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Hollywood Regency cantilever dining chairs are of considerable interest. Large cantilever dining chairs can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller cantilever dining chairs available at 1stDibs — each spanning 16 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Many cantilever dining chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Pace Collection and Knoll produced popular cantilever dining chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Cantilever Dining Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,000, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $15,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Dining Room Chairs for You

No matter what your dream dining experience looks like, there is a wide-ranging variety of vintage, new and antique dining room chairs on 1stDibs. Find upholstered dining room chairs, wood dining room chairs and more to outfit any space designated for a good meal, be it in your home or in the great outdoors.

In the early 18th century, most dining room tables and other furniture was designed to look masculine. In America, dining rooms weren’t even much of a concept until the late 1700s, when a space set aside specifically for dining became a part of the construction of homes for the wealthy. Dining room chairs of the era were likely made of walnut or oak. In Europe, neoclassical dining chairs emerged during the 1750s owing to nostalgia for classical antiquity, while the curving chair crests of Queen Anne furniture in the United States preceded the artistically bold seat backs that characterized the Chippendale chairs that followed. If there weren't enough dining chairs at suppertime in the American colonies, men were prioritized and women stood.

In the dining rooms of today, however, there is enough space for everyone to have a seat at the table. Modern styles introduce innovative design choices that play with shape and style. Icons of mid-century modern dining room chairs are plentiful: With its distinctive bentwood back, there is the DCW dining chair by Charles and Ray Eames, while Hans Wegner's timeless classic, the Wishbone chair, remains relevant and elegant decades after its debut. Stefano Giovannoni's White Rabbit dining chairs, in their lovable polyethylene biomorphism, reinvent what dining can look like.

Today's wide range of dining room chairs also means that they can now be styled in different ways, bringing functionality and fun to any sumptuous dining space. No longer do tables have to be accompanied by a matching set of seats. Skillfully mixing and matching colors and designs allows you to showcase your personality without sacrificing the cohesion of a given space.

By furnishing your dining room with cozy chairs — vintage, antique or otherwise — family time can extend far beyond mealtime. The plush upholstery of Victorian-style dining room chairs is perfect for game nights that stretch from dinner to midnight snack. Outdoor tables and dining chairs can also present an excellent opportunity for bonding and eating — what goes better with a delicious meal than fresh air, anyway?

Whether you prefer your chairs streamlined and stackable or ornate and one of a kind, the offerings on 1stDibs will elevate your mealtime and beyond.

Questions About Cantilever Dining Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cantilever seats are chairs that have a uniquely designed base. Instead of featuring four legs, a cantilever chair has two tubular metal legs in the front. They travel straight down and then bend inward, continuing to the back of the chair where a crossbar joins them. The name of the seat comes from bridge construction and architecture. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cantilever chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Dining 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, 2022
    A cantilever chair typically features a frame of tubular metal. Most often, tubular steel is used, though tubular chrome has also been used. The seat and back can be crafted of many materials, from rattan to leather or fabric. Browse 1stDibs to find an array of cantilever chairs from top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    How a cantilever chair works comes down to its unique design. Instead of having four legs, a cantilever chair features a single leg or pair of legs in an L shape. The leg or legs attach to the seat in the front and then travel along the floor to provide stability. When a person sits down, their weight becomes distributed across the entire base. On 1stDibs, find a range of cantilever chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A 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, 2021
    Dining 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A 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, 2023
    The 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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, 2023
    Whether 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A 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, 2022
    No, 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, 2021
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To protect your woven dining chairs, try a fabric protection spray designed for the specific type of material. Follow the application directions printed on the bottle for best results. Also, wipe your chairs clean after every meal with a slightly damp cloth to reduce the risk of stains. On 1stDibs, find a range of woven dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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, 2021
    Choosing 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, 2022
    The 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, 2022
    Dining 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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best fabric for dining room chairs is really a matter of preference. Those who are looking for maximum durability should opt for a smooth synthetic fabric that is liquid repellant. Shop dining room chairs in a variety of fabrics on 1stDibs.