Fabric Antique Dining Chair
1920s Danish Other Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Oak
Late 19th Century English Victorian Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Cherry, Fruitwood
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Wood, Fabric, Upholstery, Giltwood
1920s Danish Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Birch
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Mahogany
Late 19th Century English Queen Anne Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Wood
18th Century Hepplewhite Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Mahogany
1890s French French Provincial Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Oak
Early 20th Century American Chippendale Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Wood, Fabric
Early 20th Century Chippendale Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Teak
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Teak
Late 19th Century English Chippendale Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Regency Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Mahogany
Early 1900s French Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Other
1870s American Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Brass
1840s British William IV Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Wood
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century Regency Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century English Queen Anne Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Wood
1920s Danish Other Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Rosewood
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Louis XVI Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Wood
1880s British Late Victorian Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Oak
19th Century English Regency Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Mahogany
Late 19th Century British Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Regency Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Mahogany
1910s Dutch Other Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Oak
19th Century British Regency Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Walnut
Early 20th Century Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Mahogany
1920s Italian Art Deco Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Cotton, Silk, Wood
19th Century Swedish Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Mahogany
1810s Baltic Empire Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Birch
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Hardwood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Hardwood
19th Century French Louis XVI Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Beech
1760s Danish Rococo Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Mahogany
Late 19th Century British Victorian Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Oak
1830s English William IV Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Mahogany
Late 19th Century Empire Revival Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Bronze
19th Century French Empire Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Walnut, Fabric
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Hardwood
1920s Renaissance Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Mahogany
Late 19th Century French Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Velvet, Walnut
Late 19th Century American Chippendale Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Mahogany
1890s Italian Renaissance Revival Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Cotton, Wood
Early 20th Century American Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Mahogany
19th Century American American Empire Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Upholstery, Mahogany
Early 1900s Dutch Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Wood
19th Century French Directoire Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Brass, Ormolu
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century American Queen Anne Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Mahogany
18th Century Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Walnut
Early 19th Century Hollywood Regency Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Rush, Giltwood
Early 20th Century French Renaissance Revival Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Oak
Early 20th Century Jacobean Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Oak
Early 1900s French French Provincial Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Linen, Oak, Lacquer
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Fabric Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Velvet, Wood, Lacquer
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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.
- 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.
- 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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021The 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.
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