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Vladimir Kagan 'Rock Star' Pair of Leather Rocking Chairs, c. 1997, Signed
By American Leather, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
American Leather (previously LeatherTech). Designed in circa 1997 and called the 'Rock Star' lounge chair
Category

1990s American Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Leather

Emeco Heritage Rocking Chair in Brushed Aluminium by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
rocking version was designed for the world famous Bon restaurant in Paris. Intended as a “sit up” chair
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Emeco Heritage Rocking Chair in Polished Aluminum by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
rocking version was designed for the world famous Bon restaurant in Paris. Intended as a “sit up” chair
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

"Razorblade" Rocking Chair by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Møbler, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
While they play a prominent role in both architecture and pop culture, rocking chairs solidified
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

De Sede DS 515 Rocking Chair in Brown Upholstery by Greutmann Bolzern
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
design, masterful leather seams and sophisticated detailing. A textile insert in the back gives the chair
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

De Sede DS 515 Rocking Chair in Brown Upholstery by Greutmann Bolzern
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
design, masterful leather seams and sophisticated detailing. A textile insert in the back gives the chair
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Antique Old Hickory Furniture Rocking Arm Chair No. 21 Rocker Adirondack Lodge
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
"Antique circa 1930s #21 rocking chair by Old Hickory Furniture Company of Martinsville, Indiana
Category

Vintage 1930s Adirondack Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Hardwood

De Sede DS 515 Rocking Char in Grey Upholstery by Greutmann Bolzern
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
design, masterful leather seams and sophisticated detailing. A textile insert in the back gives the chair
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

De Sede DS 515 Rocking Char in Grey Upholstery by Greutmann Bolzern
By De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
design, masterful leather seams and sophisticated detailing. A textile insert in the back gives the chair
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

6 Tell City Hard Rock Maple Colonial Style Windsor Back Spindle Dining Chairs
By Tell City Chair Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
6 Tell City chair Company hard rock maple dining chairs, circa 1960s. Features colonial styling
Category

Vintage 1960s American Colonial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple

"Rock Chair" Black, White or Gray Dining Chair by Moroso for Diesel
By Moroso, Diesel Creative Team 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Rock Chair" is a dining chair, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Nylon, Beech

Blowing Rock Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquer Wishbone Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Blowing rock Mid-Century Modern black lacquer wishbone dining chairs - Set of 6. Set includes (2
Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Midcentury Rocking chair 1960s by Casala, Germany
By Casala
Located in Hannover, DE
Minimalistic Rocking chair from the 1960s with cotton cover. Manufacturer: Casala, Germany Good
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

6 Vintage "Wishbone" Style Chairs by Blowing Rock Furniture
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring home the best of both worlds with this wonderful set of 6 mid-century vintage dining chairs
Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Walnut

Rocking Chair 1960s by Lena Larsson for Nesto, Sweden
By Lena Larsson
Located in Hannover, DE
My favorite rocking chair model from the midcentury. Lena Larsson rocker for the Swedish
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

French Modern, Rocking Chair, Oak & Lambswool, Charles Dudouyt Style, 1950s
By Charlotte Perriand, Charles Dudouyt
Located in Odense, DK
This French Modern rocking chair in solid oak, reminiscent of Charles Dudouyt's iconic style from
Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Lambskin

M_013 Walnut Dining Chair by Monolith Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
M_013 Walnut Dining Chair by Monolith Studio Signed and Numbered. Dimensions: D 40 x W 56 x H 71 cm
Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

M_013 Walnut Dining Chair by Monolith Studio
M_013 Walnut Dining Chair by Monolith Studio
H 27.96 in W 22.05 in D 15.75 in
Spanish Colonial Leather Dining Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Southampton, NJ
Set of 10 carved wood dining chairs with thick leather seats & backs embellished with brass nail
Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

M_013 White Oak Dining Chair by Monolith Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
M_013 White Oak Dining Chair by Monolith Studio Signed and Numbered. Dimensions: D 40 x W 56 x H 71
Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

M_013 White Oak Dining Chair by Monolith Studio
M_013 White Oak Dining Chair by Monolith Studio
H 27.96 in W 22.05 in D 15.75 in
Segment Highback Dining Chair in Blue Hydrangea Velvet
By TRNK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Segment Highback Dining Chair suits many different interior arrangements: incorporate it as a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Upholstery, Velvet

Set 4 Heywood Wakefield Hard Rock Maple Cinnamon Colonial Style Splat Back Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
Set of 4 Heywood Wakefield solid Hard Rock Maple Cinnamon Colonial Style Splat Back side Chairs in
Category

Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple

Sculptural Dining Chairs in Black Lacquered Wood with Decorative Carvings
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, lacquered wood, France, 1970s Crafted with unparalleled artistry, these dining
Category

Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set 4 Mid-Century Modern Carved Dining Chairs Spindle Backs
Located in New York, NY
Solid carved wood spindle back Mid-Century Modern dining chairs with a round black vinyl seat from
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of 8 Minimalist Spindle Back Dining Chairs by Conant Ball
By Russel Wright, Leslie Diamond, Conant Ball
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Beautiful set of 8 midcentury spindle back dining chairs by Conant Ball. These chairs have a very
Category

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

Materials

Maple

18th c. Swedish Rococo Period Painted Dining Chairs with Slip Seats
Located in Wichita, KS
A very fine set of six Swedish dining chairs from the Rococo period, newly upholstered in linen
Category

Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paint

Sculptural Solid Maple Carved Dining Chairs by Cushman Contemporary of Vermont
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Hudson, NY
Lovely solid hard rock maple chairs manufactured by Cushman of Vermont. These chairs are quite rare
Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Maple

Set of 8 Solid Rosewood High Quality Chinese Asian Dining Room Chairs
By James Mont
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 8 Asian Mid-Century Modern decor fit dining chairs in solid rosewood. Rock-hard study and
Category

20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Angle II Armless Dining Chair in Grace Beige Tuxedo Color by TRNK
By TRNK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
addition to a dining table or desk. This chair brilliantly balances both form & function — it is not so
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Fabric, Linen, Upholstery

Angle II Armless Dining Chair in Grace Black Tuxedo Color by TRNK
By TRNK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
addition to a dining table or desk. This chair brilliantly balances both form & function — it is not so
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Fabric, Linen, Upholstery

Set of 6 Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs Dome Shape Back Oiled Walnut
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of six Mid-Century Modern oiled walnut dining chairs. Unusual figural dome shape legs. Adrian
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Aida Chair by Piegatto, a Sculptural Contemporary Chair
Located in Guatemala, GU
Other Specifications: -Seating Height: 18.1" -Armrest Height: 23.2" -Chair made of 43 Laminated
Category

2010s Guatemalan Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Vintage Dining Room Set by Angel Pazmino, Ecuador, 1950s
By Muebles De Estilo, Angel Pazmino
Located in Roma, IT
Muebles De Estilo, Ecuador, Late 1950s. Original top rare vintage set of 2 chairs, 1 rocking chair, 1
Category

Vintage 1950s Ecuadorean Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Seven Piece Cerused Oak Dining Room, attributed Paul Laszlo, 2 Extension Boards
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Rockaway, NJ
leaves 2 X 11" expands to 82" long. The chairs are rock solid and measure 22 x 20 x 34" H with 17" seat
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Rustic Shaker Oak Side Chairs, 1920s, Set of 4
Located in Paris, ON
indestructible chair even when rocked back in Enfield 3 slat dining chairs, Rarest of the chairs produced by
Category

Vintage 1920s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rope, Oak

Emeco Heritage Chair in Polished Aluminum by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
rocking version was designed for the world famous Bon restaurant in Paris. Intended as a “sit up” chair
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Emeco Heritage Chair in Brushed Aluminum by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
rocking version was designed for the world famous Bon restaurant in Paris. Intended as a “sit up” chair
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

4 x Bernhard Pedersen & Son No. 140 chairs
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Toronto, ON
Extremely rare early set of model 140 chairs by Bernhard Pedersen & Son, circa 1950s. The No. 140
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

4 x Bernhard Pedersen & Son No. 140 chairs
4 x Bernhard Pedersen & Son No. 140 chairs
H 30.75 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
A Harlequin Set of 6 Painted English Ladder Back Chairs
Located in Oak Park, MI
chairs can be a lovely contrast to pine tables! Rock solid in joint. Ready to use. Condition: scratches
Category

Antique 19th Century British Country Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Antique Victorian Walnut and Cane Carved Lounge Arm Chair Queen Anne Legs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Measurements: 38.5" H x 24.5" W x 24.5" D x 17" Seat height x 26.5" Arm height. *Matching rocking chair
Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Kartell Mademoiselle Faux Fur Kravitz Chair by Philippe Starck & Lenny Kravitz
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mademoiselle chair is soft and textured, proving to be an excellent eye-catching piece of "rock" right in your
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Hand Carved Spindle Birdcage Cage Back Chairs Flowers Birds-set of 6
Located in El Cajon, CA
Solid rock maple heirloom dining chairs, hand carved with the most charming birds and flowers motif
Category

Late 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple

Waterwheel Woodworkers Oak Rocking Chair
Located in New York, NY
Sturdy oak construction: Oak is a popular choice for rocking chairs due to its strength and
Category

20th Century American Windsor Chairs

Materials

Wood

Lane Venture Rattan Bentwood Swivel Chairs and Table Set on Casters, circa 1970s
By Lane Furniture
Located in Germantown, MD
attests to the pieces history. Upholstery is newer and in good condition. Rock solid rolling casters with
Category

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

Materials

Rattan, Glass, Bentwood

Theo - Dining/Swivel Chair
Located in Durban, ZA
never rock, no matter how uneven your floors. Dine or recline in a chair that embodies sophistication
Category

2010s South African Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Theo - Dining/Swivel Chair
Theo - Dining/Swivel Chair
H 35.44 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
19th Century English Windsor Rocking Chair
Located in Nantucket, MA
English Yew wood Windsor rocking chair with carved and pierced splat back, saddle seat, and nicely
Category

Antique 19th Century English Windsor Chairs

Materials

Yew

Rock Chair with Leather Seat by Marc Sadler
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
A unique piece to enliven a private studio or industrial-inspired dining room, both alone or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Rock Chair with Leather Seat by Marc Sadler
H 29.93 in W 18.12 in D 22.84 in
19th Century Windsor Rocking Chair Original Surface
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century windsor rocking chair in fine condition. This is a very sturdy rocking chair. Minor
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Other Windsor Chairs

Materials

Wood

Blowing Rock Mid-Century Walnut Dining Table
Located in Countryside, IL
Blowing rock mid-century walnut dining table This table measures: 60 wide x 42 deep x 30 inches
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Brown Painted Windsor Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century high back windsor rocker has bamboo turnings and has a brown painted surface. The condition is very good.
Category

Antique 19th Century American Country Windsor Chairs

Materials

Wood, Pine

Rare Mid Century modern Poul Hundevad Rocking Chair
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Weesp, NL
Poul Hundevad rare mid century modern rocking chair Extremely rare oak and canvas 1950s safari
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Canvas, Oak

19th Century Original Painted N.E. Windsor Rocking Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This wonderful 19th century original paint decorated windsor rocking chair is in great condition
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Country Windsor Chairs

Materials

Wood

19th Century Lollipop Platform Rocking Chair by George Hunzinger
By George Hunzinger
Located in Southampton, NJ
. The iconic patented Huntzinger steel and spring rocking mechanism is perfectly in tact as well as the
Category

Antique 1880s American Victorian Windsor Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Nichols & Stone Rock Maple Wood Bowback Colonial Windsor Arm Chairs - a Pair
By Nicholas & Stone Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Nichols & Stone Rock Maple Wood Bowback Colonial Windsor Arm Chairs - a Pair. Circa Mid 20th
Category

Mid-20th Century American Colonial Windsor Chairs

Materials

Maple

1941 Fully Restored Danish Hans J. Wegner Oak Dining Chair "City Hall Chair"
By Hans J. Wegner, Plan Møbler
Located in Knebel, DK
1941 Fully Restored Danish Hans J. Wegner Oak Dining Chair "City Hall Chair reupholstered in white
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Oak

1950s Set 4 FH4103 Heart Dining Chairs by Hans Wegner for Fritz Hansen Denmark
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
Superb set of four first generation 1950s Fritz Hansen FH4103 ‘Heart’ dining chairs, designed in
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Teak

1980's Chromcraft Leather Dining Game Chairs & Table
By Chromcraft
Located in Lake Worth, FL
dining game 5 piece set Chairs have casters and adjustable seat rocking tension and the table currently
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Metal

Balance chair in Wool fabric
By Dmitriy Kozinenko
Located in Kyiv, UA
Dining chair Balance invites us to relax and try to find so much needed balance in our life
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Chairs

Materials

Steel

Balance chair in Wool fabric
Balance chair in Wool fabric
H 27.17 in W 25.2 in D 21.26 in
Balance chair in Teddy fabric
By Dmitriy Kozinenko
Located in Kyiv, UA
Dining chair Balance invites us to relax and try to find so much needed balance in our life
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Chairs

Materials

Steel

Balance chair in Teddy fabric
Balance chair in Teddy fabric
H 27.17 in W 25.2 in D 21.26 in
Amphora Lounge Chair by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
By Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Geneve, CH
"Estampe" collection for Cinna "Harper" rocking Chair for Bernhardt Design "Cinema" Sofa for Bernhardt
Category

2010s French Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Amphora Lounge Chair by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
Amphora Lounge Chair by Noé Duchaufour Lawrance
H 35.44 in W 38.43 in D 35.04 in
Set of Four White 'Acton Stacker' Chairs by American Seating
By American Seating
Located in Brooklyn, NY
chairs for dining, office, or casual use. Chairs have a gentle rock to them by design. Easily stackable
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

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Rocking Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of rocking dining chairs is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct rocking dining chairs — often made from wood, metal and fabric — can elevate any home. Find 231 antique and vintage rocking dining chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 137 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of rocking dining chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Rocking dining chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many rocking dining chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Franco Albini, Cassina and De Sede produced popular rocking dining chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Rocking Dining Chairs?

Prices for rocking dining chairs start at $95 and top out at $103,672 with the average selling for $2,800.
Questions About Rocking Dining Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Boston rocking chair is a wooden rocking chair with a decorative top panel and a seat and arms that curve down towards the front. Find an assortment of rocking chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A Windsor rocking chair is built for comfort and is usually manufactured in such a way that the seat’s spindles, along with the chair-back and legs, are pushed into holes that have been drilled. This sets this type of chair apart, as the standard construction of a chair sees that the back legs are continuous. The Windsor chair originated in the early 1700s in the English town of Windsor. As mentioned, their bentwood back frames are assembled with slender wooden spindles that are plugged into drill holes in the sculpted seat, which was usually made of elm and slightly sunken or dish-shaped for the sitter’s comfort. Shop a collection of antique and vintage Windsor rocking chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    A rocking chair helps soothe infants, children, and adults alike. The rocking and swaying movement helps create a meditative and lethargic state.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The rocking chair is more than 275 years old. Early models date back to around 1725 and were made by outfitting Windsor chairs with skates. By 1787, rocking chairs were common enough for the word to be added to the English dictionary. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of rocking chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A platform rocking chair is a rocking chair constructed to have the rockers on a fixed platform rather than the floor. You’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary platform rocking chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    What a rocking chair symbolizes is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Some people associate rocking chairs with comfort or relaxation. Because people often sit in the chairs to gently rock babies to sleep, the furniture may also represent parenthood or motherhood. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of rocking chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify a Windsor rocking chair, enlist the help of a licensed furniture appraiser. Many convincing distressed reproductions exist due to their popularity and value. An experienced professional can accurately determine if yours is an authentic antique or a replica. Find a range of expertly vetted Windsor rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify a Thonet rocking chair, look for the company name. You will normally find it stamped directly onto the underside of the seat, arms or legs. You can find a collection of expertly vetted Thonet rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019

    A wooden rocking chair can be cleaned using a sponge, soap, and water. After, you should proceed to pat the rocking chair down with a cloth.

  • 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The cost of a wooden rocking chair varies depending on the type of wood used, its finish and craftsmanship. Also, the period that the rocking chair belongs to will define the price of the chair. An antique rocking chair might cost between $500 and $1,500 while a contemporary rocking chair may cost somewhere between $150 and $400. Find a variety of antique, vintage, and contemporary wooden rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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.