Is leather good for dining chairs?

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.

What is a dining chair?

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.

What is the best leather for chairs?

The best leather for chairs is going to depend on your personal preference. While choosing the leather for a chair, try to think of what you want out of your chair. While pigmented leather is the most durable, aniline leather looks more natural and preserves the hide of the animal. Semi-aniline on the other hand is more durable than aniline leather and it maintains the natural look. On 1stDibs, you can find a wide variety of leather chairs.

How tall should dining chairs be?

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.

What is a carver dining chair?

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.

What is the best leather recliner chair?

The best leather recliner chair will really be a matter of preference — what kind of recliner do you need? Keep size in mind, especially if you’re working with a small space. You’ll want to prioritize comfort and durability, too. 1stDibs offers a variety of leather recliner chairs.

What is the difference between an accent chair and a dining chair?

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.

What is the best leather office chair?

A good office chair should be comfortable with a high back, armrests and cushioned seating. Many leather office chairs can be called the best by different people depending on what appeals to them. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage leather office chairs.

Should dining room chairs have arms?

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

What is a good width for a dining chair?

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.

What is a dining chair with arms called?

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.

Do chairs have to match the dining table?

Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.

What is the back of a dining room chair called?

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.

What is the best fabric to reupholster dining chairs?

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.

What is the end chair called for a dining table?

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.

What are dining chairs without arms called?

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.

What are dining room chairs with arms called?

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.

Do my dining room chairs have to match my table?

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.

What is the standard size of a dining room chair?

The seat of a dining room chair is typically 18 inches from the floor and 16 to 20 inches wide.

What type of fabric is best for dining chairs?

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.

Dining Chairs In Leather

Contemporary Dining Room Chairs

Upholstered Dining Chairs With Arms

Set Of Six Dining Chairs

Cassina Cab Chair Set

Mario Bellini Leather Chair

Italian Walnut Dining Chairs

Afra And Tobia Scarpa Dining Chairs

Leather Chairs Los Angeles

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Chairs

Materials

Leather, Ash

Grace dining chair in leather

H 32.7 in W 23.6 in D 23.6 in

Zele "Marcus & Alexis" Dining Chairs in Leather, Stainless and Wood, Set of 8

By Zele

Located in Miami, FL

Zele "Marcus & Alexis" Dining Chairs in Leather, Stainless and Wood, Set of 8 Offered for sale is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Zele "Marcus & Alexis" Dining Chairs in Leather, Stainless and Wood, Set of 8

H 36 in W 19 in D 17.5 in

Biosca Brutalist Spanish Dining Chairs in Leather and Oak

By BIOSCA

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Biosca, set of six chairs, leather, oak, brass, Spain, 1960s Sturdy chairs manufactured by the

Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Biosca Brutalist Spanish Dining Chairs in Leather and Oak

H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 19.3 in

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'CAB 413' Dining Chair in Leather

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Waalwijk, NL

’ chair was designed by Mario Bellini in 1979. Conceptually new was the way Bellini uses leather to cover

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'CAB 413' Dining Chair in Leather

H 32.13 in W 23.78 in D 21.66 in

Danish Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Leather and Elm

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Set of eight dining chairs, elm, leather, metal, Denmark, 1950s Imbued with timeless elegance and

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Danish Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Leather and Elm

H 31.5 in W 20.28 in D 21.26 in

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'CAB 413' Dining Chairs in Leather

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mario Bellini for Cassina, armchairs model 'CAB 413', leather, Italy, 1979 The iconic ‘CAB’ chairs

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'CAB 413' Dining Chairs in Leather

H 30.71 in W 22.84 in D 21.07 in

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'CAB 413' Dining Chairs in Leather

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mario Bellini for Cassina, armchairs model 'CAB 413', leather, Italy, 1979 The iconic ‘CAB’ chairs

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'CAB 413' Dining Chairs in Leather

H 30.71 in W 22.84 in D 21.07 in

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'CAB 413' Dining Chairs in Leather

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Waalwijk, NL

’ chairs were designed by Mario Bellini in 1979. Conceptually new was the way Bellini uses leather to cover

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'CAB 413' Dining Chairs in Leather

H 30.71 in W 22.84 in D 21.07 in

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'CAB 413' Dining Chairs in Leather

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Waalwijk, NL

‘CAB’ chairs were designed by Mario Bellini in 1979. Conceptually new was the way Bellini uses leather

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'CAB 413' Dining Chairs in Leather

H 31.89 in W 22.45 in D 18.12 in

Matteo Grassi Pair of Dining Chairs in Leather and Steel

By Matteo Grassi

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Matteo Grassi, pair of dining chairs, leather and steel, Italy, 1980s. These sophisticated dark

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Matteo Grassi Pair of Dining Chairs in Leather and Steel

H 31.7 in W 17.33 in D 18.9 in

Giotto Stoppino Set of 6 Cobra Dining Chairs in Leather

By Giotto Stoppino

Located in Waasmunster, BE

Set of 6 faux leather chairs from Giotto Stoppino with Chrome frame, Italy 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Giotto Stoppino Set of 6 Cobra Dining Chairs in Leather

H 29.53 in W 22.84 in D 17.33 in

Transitional Wood Dining Chair in Leather or COM/COL from Costantini, Neto

By Costantini

Located in New York, NY

Neto Transitional wood dining chair in leather or COM/COL from Costantini Design Measures 19" W x

Category

2010s Argentine Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Transitional Wood Dining Chair in Leather or COM/COL from Costantini, Neto

H 34 in W 19 in D 23 in

Biosca Brutalist Spanish Set of Four Dining Chairs in Leather and Pine

By BIOSCA

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Biosca, set of four dining chairs, saddle leather, pine, brass, Spain, 1950s Sturdy and

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Brutalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Biosca Brutalist Spanish Set of Four Dining Chairs in Leather and Pine

H 30.91 in W 19.3 in D 18.51 in

Mario Bellini Set of Six 'Lira E Liuto' Dining Chairs in Leather

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mario Bellini for Cassina, set of six ‘Lira e Liuto’ dining chairs, cognac leather, Italy, 1989

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mario Bellini Set of Six 'Lira E Liuto' Dining Chairs in Leather

H 30.71 in W 20.87 in D 21.26 in

Silvio Coppola for Bernini Pair of Dining Chairs in Leather and Walnut

By Silvio Coppola, Bernini

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Silvio Coppola for Bernini, pair of dining chairs, model '330', cognac leather, walnut, Italy

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Silvio Coppola for Bernini Pair of Dining Chairs in Leather and Walnut

H 31.5 in W 18.51 in D 19.3 in

1950's French Iron And Brass Folding Dining Chairs In Leather Upholstery

By Maison Jansen

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful set of 4 1950's French solid iron and brass with new leather upholstery folding dining

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Iron

1950's French Iron And Brass Folding Dining Chairs In Leather Upholstery

H 32 in W 19.5 in D 24.5 in

Tito Agnoli for Molteni Set of Four 'Fiorenza' Dining Chairs in Leather

By Tito Agnoli, Molteni & C

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Tito Agnoli for Molteni, set of four 'Fiorenza' dining chairs, walnut, leather, Italy, 1968

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Tito Agnoli for Molteni Set of Four 'Fiorenza' Dining Chairs in Leather

H 36.62 in W 18.9 in D 17.33 in

Guido Faleschini for I4 Mariani Set of Six 'Dilos' Dining Chairs in Leather

By i4 Mariani, Guido Faleschini

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Guido Faleschini for i4 Mariani, set of six 'Dilos' dining chairs, part of the 'Pace Collection

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Guido Faleschini for I4 Mariani Set of Six 'Dilos' Dining Chairs in Leather

H 30.12 in W 20.48 in D 22.05 in

Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper Set of Four 'Tre 3' Dining Chairs in Leather

By Skipper, Angelo Mangiarotti

Located in Waalwijk, NL

leather, Italy, 1978 Set of four 'Tre 3' dining chairs by the Italian designer Angelo Mangiarotti. The

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper Set of Four 'Tre 3' Dining Chairs in Leather

H 36.23 in W 19.69 in D 22.05 in

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Set of Eight 'Monk' Dining Chairs in Leather and Ash

By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, set of eight 'Monk' dining chairs, ash, black lacquered wood and

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Ash

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Set of Eight 'Monk' Dining Chairs in Leather and Ash

H 29.53 in W 20.36 in D 18.12 in

Dining chair in Leather and solid wood, Contemporary Brazilian Design

By SIMONINI

Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo

This dining room armchair is part of the Arrow collection, which carries the concept of precision

Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Textile, Hardwood

Dining chair in Leather and solid wood, Contemporary Brazilian Design

H 35.04 in W 22.05 in D 24.02 in

Mario Bellini for Cassina Set of Six Lira e Liuto Dining Chairs in Leather

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mario Bellini for Cassina, set of six ‘Lira e Liuto’ dining chairs, black leather, Italy, 1989

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mario Bellini for Cassina Set of Six Lira e Liuto Dining Chairs in Leather

H 30.12 in W 20.48 in D 20.87 in

Set of 10 French Art Deco Style Custom Dining Chairs in Leather, Oak & Bronze

Located in New York, NY

A set of 10 custom dining chairs designed in the French Art Deco tradition after Leleu and Ruhlmann

Category

2010s American Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 10 French Art Deco Style Custom Dining Chairs in Leather, Oak & Bronze

H 36 in W 19.5 in D 22 in

Matteo Grassi Set of Ten Dining Chairs in Leather and Steel

By Matteo Grassi

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Matteo Grassi, set of ten dining chairs, leather and steel, Italy, 1980s. Sophisticated set of ten

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Matteo Grassi Set of Ten Dining Chairs in Leather and Steel

H 31.7 in W 17.33 in D 19.69 in

Matteo Grassi Set of Six Dining Chairs in Leather and Steel

By Matteo Grassi

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Matteo Grassi, set of six dining chairs, leather and steel, Italy, 1980s. These sophisticated grey

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Matteo Grassi Set of Six Dining Chairs in Leather and Steel

H 31.5 in W 17.33 in D 19.97 in

Bernt Petersen for Søborg Møbelfabrik Set of Four Dining Chairs in Leather

By Bernt Petersen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Bernt Petersen for Søborg Møbelfabrik, set of four dining chairs, leather, mahogany, Denmark, 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Bernt Petersen for Søborg Møbelfabrik Set of Four Dining Chairs in Leather

H 39.77 in W 24.41 in D 25.6 in

Mario Bellini for Cassina Set of Four Black 'Cab' Dining Chairs in Leather

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mario Bellini for Cassina, set of four 'cab' dining chairs model 412, black leather, Italy, 1976

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Mario Bellini for Cassina Set of Four Black 'Cab' Dining Chairs in Leather

H 31.11 in W 18.51 in D 17.33 in

French Dining Chairs Leather Chambly Vintage by HICKORY CHAIR Co

By Hickory Chair Furniture Company

Located in Lake Worth, FL

"Chambly" Dining Chairs with Leather Upholstery and Solid Fruitwood Frames by HICKORY CHAIR Co

Category

Vintage 1980s French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fruitwood, Leather

French Dining Chairs Leather Chambly Vintage by HICKORY CHAIR Co

H 36 in W 21 in D 23 in

Four Rolling Armchairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of four rolling armchairs with exposed nail head trim. Attractive dining chairs in leather with

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Four Rolling Armchairs

H 29.25 in W 26 in D 27.5 in

Contemporary Dining Chair Offered in Black Leather

Located in New York, NY

Contemporary dining chair is made of solid beech frame, with black leather upholstered seat and

Category

2010s European Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Contemporary Dining Chair Offered in Black Leather

H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 24.41 in

Contemporary Italian Dining Chair Upholstered in Leather

Located in New York, NY

Steam-bent wood lacquered in light grey. Upholstered in antique rose Italian leather. The chair

Category

2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Contemporary Italian Dining Chair Upholstered in Leather

H 32.68 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

Cognac Leather Dining Chair

Located in Westwood, NJ

dining table or standing alone as an accent piece, this chair offers not just a seat, but a statement

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Cognac Leather Dining Chair

H 37 in W 23 in D 25 in

Fabiaan Van Severen Dining Chairs in Black Leather

By Fabiaan Van Severen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Fabiaan Van Severen, dining chairs, black leather, tubular steel, lace, Belgium, 1997 Distinct set

Category

1990s Belgian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Fabiaan Van Severen Dining Chairs in Black Leather

H 32.88 in W 19.3 in D 20.87 in

Sturdy Dining Chair in Black Leather and Wood

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Dining chair, leather, beech, Europe, 1970s This design shows a sturdy construction, featuring

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Sturdy Dining Chair in Black Leather and Wood

H 34.06 in W 19.1 in D 18.71 in

Fabiaan Van Severen Dining Chairs in Black Leather

By Fabiaan Van Severen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Fabiaan Van Severen, dining chairs, leather, tubular steel, lace, Belgium, 1997 Distinct set of

Category

1990s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Fabiaan Van Severen Dining Chairs in Black Leather

H 32.88 in W 19.3 in D 20.87 in

Twelve Danish Teak Dining Chairs in Black Leather

Located in Oakland, CA

Large set of 12 Danish dining chairs with teak curved backs and walnut frames, newly upholstered

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak, Walnut

Twelve Danish Teak Dining Chairs in Black Leather

H 30.5 in W 18.25 in D 19.25 in

Fabiaan Van Severen Dining Chairs in Black Leather

By Fabiaan Van Severen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Fabiaan Van Severen, dining chairs, leather, tubular steel, lace, Belgium, 1997 Distinct chairs by

Category

1990s Belgian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Fabiaan Van Severen Dining Chairs in Black Leather

H 32.88 in W 19.3 in D 20.87 in

Six Rosewood Danish Dining Chairs in Blue Leather

Located in Oakland, CA

Set of six Mid-century Danish rosewood dining chairs handcrafted with arched frames and dramatic

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Six Rosewood Danish Dining Chairs in Blue Leather

H 28.5 in W 20 in D 19 in

CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Modern Dining Chairs, 1901, White Leather

By Laura Trenchard, Craft Associates

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Modern Dining Chairs, 1901, White Leather These modern dining

Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Ziricote

CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Modern Dining Chairs, 1901, White Leather

H 36 in W 17 in D 22 in

Italian Dining Chair in Black Leather and Walnut

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Dining chair, walnut, leather, Italy, 1970s A delicate chair that is well-proportioned and will

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Italian Dining Chair in Black Leather and Walnut

H 37.8 in W 18.12 in D 20.08 in

10 Minotti “Arp 1” Dining Chairs, in Taupe Leather

Located in Barrowford, GB

-presented 10-piece suite of “Arp 1” Dining Chairs, all dressed in a tactile, luxurious taupe-brown leather

Category

2010s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

10 Minotti “Arp 1” Dining Chairs, in Taupe Leather

H 29.93 in W 18.9 in D 21.26 in

Danish Teak Dining Chairs in New Black Leather

Located in Oakland, CA

Six mid-century dining crafted of solid old-growth teak, with sturdy joinery, comfortable curved

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Danish Teak Dining Chairs in New Black Leather

H 30 in W 18.75 in D 20.75 in

Italian Dining Chair in Cognac Saddle Leather and Walnut

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Dining chair, saddle leather, walnut, Italy, 1970s An elegant and well-proportioned dining chair

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Italian Dining Chair in Cognac Saddle Leather and Walnut

H 37.8 in W 18.31 in D 18.9 in

Craft Associates Dining Chairs, Gordon Modern Walnut Dining Chairs, Leather

By Laura Trenchard, Craft Associates

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Craft Associates Dining Chairs, Gordon Modern Walnut Dining Chairs, Leather Modern dining chairs

Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Ziricote

Craft Associates Dining Chairs, Gordon Modern Walnut Dining Chairs, Leather

H 36 in W 17 in D 22 in

Italian Set of Six Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Set of six dining chairs, beech, leather, Italy, 1970s. A delicate set of chairs that are well

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Italian Set of Six Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather

H 37.6 in W 17.92 in D 19.69 in

Modernist Dining Chairs in Metal and Camel Leather, 1980s

Located in Antwerp, BE

These sleek modernist dining chairs, featuring a seamless blend of materials, draw inspiration from

Category

Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Modernist Dining Chairs in Metal and Camel Leather, 1980s

H 29.93 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Midnight Modern Leather Dining Chair

Located in Westwood, NJ

A masterful blend of luxury and comfort, the dining chair introduces a simple yet elegant mix of

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Midnight Modern Leather Dining Chair

H 31.5 in W 20.5 in D 24 in

Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather and Steel, France, 1950s

Located in Antwerp, BE

A remarkable set of four dining chairs in excellent condition. The organic steel frame goes hand in

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather and Steel, France, 1950s

H 32.68 in W 17.72 in D 22.84 in

CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Derby Modern Dining Chairs, Walnut, Brown Leather

By Craft Associates

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Derby Modern Dining Chairs, Walnut, Brown Leather These modern

Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Walnut

CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Derby Modern Dining Chairs, Walnut, Brown Leather

H 34.25 in W 22.75 in D 23 in

Willy Rizzo black leather dining chairs

By Willy Rizzo, Cidue

Located in Nijlen, VAN

Willy Rizzo black leather dining chairs Set of 4 dining chairs by 1 of Italy's most famous

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Willy Rizzo black leather dining chairs

H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 17.33 in

Mid CenturyWalnut Dining Chair with leather upholstery in Black orBrown Leather

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Ballard, CA

A tailored side chair inspired by the Bauhaus movement of the 1920s. This elegant chair has a

Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Walnut

Mid CenturyWalnut Dining Chair with leather upholstery in Black orBrown Leather

H 29 in W 18 in D 20 in

8 Matteo Grassi “Korium” Dining Chairs, in Brown Coach Leather

Located in Barrowford, GB

KM1” Dining Chairs from the peerless Italian furniture-house of Matteo Grassi, all dressed in the most

Category

2010s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

8 Matteo Grassi “Korium” Dining Chairs, in Brown Coach Leather

H 33.86 in W 25.2 in D 21.66 in

Edward Wormley Pair of Dining Chairs in Red Leather

By Mobilier Universel, Edward Wormley

Located in Waalwijk, NL

leather, Belgium, design 1957 This pair of grand armchairs by Edward Wormley designed in 1957 consists of

Category

Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Edward Wormley Pair of Dining Chairs in Red Leather

H 33.08 in W 24.02 in D 25.2 in

Six Leather Dining Chairs in the style of Andre Arbus

By André Arbus

Located in New York, NY

Set of six walnut and leather dining chairs in the style of Andre Arbus. Original leather seats

Category

Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Six Leather Dining Chairs in the style of Andre Arbus

H 45 in W 22.5 in D 21.5 in

Postmodern dining chairs in steel and white leather, Belgium 1980s

By belgochrom

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

A unique set of six postmodern dining chairs by Belgochrom from the 80s upholstered in white

Category

Vintage 1980s Belgian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Postmodern dining chairs in steel and white leather, Belgium 1980s

H 33.08 in W 21.26 in D 20.87 in

Set of Four Swedish Dining Chairs in Pine and Leather

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Set of four dining chairs, pine, cognac leather, Sweden, 1970s A set of four beautiful and natural

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Pine

Set of Four Swedish Dining Chairs in Pine and Leather

H 31.89 in W 18.71 in D 17.72 in

Craft Caned Dining Chairs, Bonnie Caned Dining Chairs, Leather and Walnut

By Craft Associates, Laura Trenchard

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Craft caned dining chairs, bonnie caned dining chairs, leather and walnut Designer: Laura

Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut, Leather

Craft Caned Dining Chairs, Bonnie Caned Dining Chairs, Leather and Walnut

H 36 in W 17.25 in D 22.5 in

Fabricius & Kastholm Pair of Dining Chairs in Chestnut Brown Leather

By Kill International, Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm for Kill international, pair of dining chairs, leather, chrome

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Fabricius & Kastholm Pair of Dining Chairs in Chestnut Brown Leather

H 29.53 in W 20.48 in D 17.33 in

Knud Færch Dining Chairs in Black Laquered and Saddle Leather

By Knud Faerch, Sorø Stolefabrik

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Knud Færch dining chairs in laquered wood. Seat with saddle leather. Made by Sorø Stolefabrik.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Knud Færch Dining Chairs in Black Laquered and Saddle Leather

H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 18.51 in

Derby Dining Chairs, Modern Wood Dining Chairs, Walnut, Leather, Peabody, Craft

By Craft Associates

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Derby Dining Chairs, Modern Wood Dining Chairs, Walnut, Leather, Peabody, Craft These Modern

Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Derby Dining Chairs, Modern Wood Dining Chairs, Walnut, Leather, Peabody, Craft

H 34.25 in W 20.5 in D 22.5 in

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Dining Chairs In Leather For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of dining chairs in leather you’re looking for. An item from our selection of dining chairs in leather — often made from animal skin, leather and wood — can elevate any home. There are 599 variations of the antique or vintage choice in our collection of dining chairs in leather you’re looking for, while we also have 193 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the object in our assortment of dining chairs in leather you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each option in this array of dining chairs in leather bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. Niels Otto Møller, Hans J. Wegner and Carl Hansen & Søn each produced at least one beautiful piece of dining chairs in leather that is worth considering.

How Much is a Dining Chairs In Leather?

A piece of dining chairs in leather can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,108, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $73,694.

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Questions About Dining Chairs In Leather

Is leather good for dining chairs?
1 Answer
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.
What is a dining chair?
1 Answer
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.
What is the best leather for chairs?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
The best leather for chairs is going to depend on your personal preference. While choosing the leather for a chair, try to think of what you want out of your chair. While pigmented leather is the most durable, aniline leather looks more natural and preserves the hide of the animal. Semi-aniline on the other hand is more durable than aniline leather and it maintains the natural look. On 1stDibs, you can find a wide variety of leather chairs.
How tall should dining chairs be?
1 Answer
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.
What is a carver dining chair?
1 Answer
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.
What is the best leather recliner chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
The best leather recliner chair will really be a matter of preference — what kind of recliner do you need? Keep size in mind, especially if you’re working with a small space. You’ll want to prioritize comfort and durability, too. 1stDibs offers a variety of leather recliner chairs.
What is the difference between an accent chair and a dining chair?
1 Answer
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.
What is the best leather office chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A good office chair should be comfortable with a high back, armrests and cushioned seating. Many leather office chairs can be called the best by different people depending on what appeals to them. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage leather office chairs.
Should dining room chairs have arms?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
What is a good width for a dining chair?
1 Answer
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.
What is a dining chair with arms called?
1 Answer
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.
Do chairs have to match the dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.
What is the back of a dining room chair called?
1 Answer
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.
What is the best fabric to reupholster dining chairs?
1 Answer
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.
What is the end chair called for a dining table?
1 Answer
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.
What are dining chairs without arms called?
1 Answer
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.
What are dining room chairs with arms called?
1 Answer
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.
Do my dining room chairs have to match my table?
1 Answer
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.
What is the standard size of a dining room chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The seat of a dining room chair is typically 18 inches from the floor and 16 to 20 inches wide.
What type of fabric is best for dining chairs?
1 Answer
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.

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