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Set of Twenty Regency Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
design of this elegant set of dining chairs derives from designs for chairs in the Greek Revival style
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
A Large Set of Twenty Four George IV Mahogany Dining Chairs
By George Smith
Located in Dublin, GB
A very fine set of twenty four George IV mahogany and ebony sabre leg dining chairs, the shaped top
Category
Antique 1820s English George IV Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ebony, Mahogany
1950s French Mullca D Back Stacking, Dining Chairs, Aqua, Set of Twenty
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s French Mullca D Back Stacking – Dining Chairs – Aqua – Set Of Twenty
1950s French Mullca D
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 33.08 in W 15.75 in D 19.69 in
1950's French Baumann Light Oak Gentiane Dining Chair, Set of Twenty Four
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Baumann Light Oak Gentiane dining chair – Set Of Twenty Four
1950’s French Baumann
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 35.04 in W 16.15 in D 17.33 in
1950's French Baumann Blonde Beech Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Twenty Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French baumann blonde beech bentwood dining chairs – set of twenty four
1950’s French
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 32.29 in W 16.15 in D 16.93 in
Bruno Rey Dining Chairs Vintage Brown Beech Green 1970s Up to Twenty Five
By Bruno Rey
Located in Vienna, AT
Bruno Rey vintage dining chairs from honey brown beech and upholstery covered with green textile
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
H 30.71 in W 17.33 in D 19.49 in
1950's Mixed Bundle Of French Stacking Dining Chairs - Set Of Twenty Five (2534)
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Mixed Bundle Of French Stacking Dining Chairs – Set Of Twenty Five (2534)
1950’s Mixed
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.11 in W 17.72 in D 19.3 in
1950's French Mullca Grey Tapered Leg School Dining Chairs, Set of Twenty Four
By Mullca
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Mullca grey tapered leg school dining chairs – set of twenty four
1950’s French
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Birch
H 31.11 in W 15.75 in D 17.33 in
1950's Mullca Stacking Children's Chairs, Set of Twenty Chairs
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Mullca Stacking children’s chairs – set of twenty chairs
1950’s Mullca Stacking
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Birch
Set of Twenty 1970s Spanish Bamboo Upholstered High Back Chairs
Located in Marbella, ES
Set of twenty 1970s Spanish bamboo upholstered high back chairs.
Fabric is not perfect
Category
Late 20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bamboo
1950's French Baumann Blonde Edge Back Bentwood Chairs - Set Of Twenty Two
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Baumann Blonde Edge Back Bentwood Dining Chairs – Set Of Twenty Two
1950’s French
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 32.68 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Trasiego Dining Chair by Sebastián Ángeles
Located in Geneve, CH
Trasiego dining chair by Arturo Verástegui
Dimensions: D 47 x W 53 x H 75 cm
Materials: oak wood
Category
2010s Mexican Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Early Pierre Chapo Dining Set With T21E Table and Twelve S11 Dining Chairs
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Stunning dining set by Pierre Chapo with T21E dining table and twelve S11 dining chairs
Pierre
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rope, Elm
H 30.91 in W 17.33 in D 18.12 in
René Herbst 'Sandows' Dining Chair in Steel and Cord
By René Herbst
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, produced 1970s.
The 'Sandows' chair epitomizes the industrial advancements of the twenties, featuring a
Category
Vintage 1920s French Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
René Herbst 'Sandows' Dining Chairs in Steel and Cord
By René Herbst
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, produced 1970s.
The 'Sandows' chair epitomizes the industrial advancements of the twenties, featuring a
Category
Vintage 1920s French Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
1970's Yellow Mullca Stacking Dining Chair, Set of Twenty Four
By Mullca
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970’s yellow mullca stacking dining chair – set of twenty four.
1970’s yellow mullca stacking
Category
Vintage 1970s French Chairs
Materials
Beech
4 Chippendale Monticello Honeymoon Cottage Mahogany Pierced Back Dining Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of four Vintage Chippendale style dining side chairs, circa second half 20th century. Made
Category
Late 20th Century Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
H 38.5 in W 20 in D 20 in
6 Antique English Glenister Wycomb Elm Windsor Country Farmhouse Dining Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Six antique Glenister primitive elm dining chairs from Wycombe England. Circa 19th Century.
The
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Elm
H 34 in W 21 in D 19 in
Beech Dining Chairs by Oswald Haerdtl and Produced by Ton 'Thonet'
By Oswald Haerdtl, Thonet
Located in Denventer, NL
Rare set (6) beech dining table chairs designed by the Austrian designer Oswald Haerdtl and
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
René Herbst Pair of 'Sandows' Dining Chairs in Steel and Cord
By René Herbst
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, design 1928, produced 1970s.
The 'Sandows' chair epitomizes the industrial advancements of the twenties
Category
Vintage 1920s French Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Charlotte Perriand Dining Chairs for Robert Sentou, 1964, Set of 6
By Robert Sentou, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Charlotte Perriand dining chairs for Robert Sentou, straw and wood, France, 1964, set of six.
The
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Straw, Wood
Rare Set of 22 Nineteenth Century Antique Dining Chairs with Leather Upholstery
Located in London, GB
A Large Set of 22 mid-19th century Dining Chairs
Constructed from Honduran mahogany, prized for
Category
Antique 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 36.5 in W 20 in D 18.5 in
Superb Restored Set 20 Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
market. These beautiful dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Spectacular Set of 20 Sleek Double Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative
Category
Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
René Herbst Set of Six 'Sandows' Dining Chairs in Steel and Cord
By René Herbst
Located in Waalwijk, NL
twenties, featuring a tubular steel construction integrated with elastic components. This chair remains the
Category
Vintage 1920s French Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Superb Restored Set 14 Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
market. These beautiful dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
4 Italian Marcel Breuer Knoll Cesca Tubular Chrome Caned Dining Arm Chairs
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Dayton, OH
Four vintage Marcel Breuer Cesca Gavina Knoll dining armchairs. Made of tubular steel / chrome
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 29.5 in W 23.5 in D 23.5 in
24 Georg Kofoed Style Mid-Century Modern Ebony Dining or Side Chairs
By Georg Kofoed
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of 24 Georg Kofoed Scandinavian Modern ebony or rosewood dining chairs. Can purchase as many as
Category
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Satin, Wood
Italian Baroque Style Schmieg-Hungate & Kotzian LLC., Dining Chairs, Set of 8
By Schmieg & Kotzian
Located in Morristown, NJ
Early 20th c., a set of 8 one of a kind dining chairs by expert NYC cabinet makers Schmieg, Hungate
Category
Vintage 1920s American Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 40 in W 22 in D 19 in
Set of Four Dining Chairs by Charles Ramos for Castellanetta Mid Century Modern
Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL
Set of Four Dining Chairs by Charles Ramos for Castellanetta Mid Century Modern
Stained solid
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 36 in W 17 in D 16 in
S201 Dining Chair by Ynske Kooistra for Marko, Set of Twenty Four
By Friso Kramer
Located in Hook, Hampshire
S201 dining chair by Ynske Kooistra for Marko – set of twenty four. The classic Dutch compass leg
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Chairs
Materials
Laminate
Set of 6 Sculptural Vintage Bamboo Dining Chairs, Danish Modern, Made in 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful set of six bohemian bamboo dining chairs, upholstered with vintage fabric. Made in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo
H 29.53 in W 20.48 in D 21.26 in
1 of 20 Postmodern Memphis Era Thonet Vienna Stackable Signed Dining Chairs, 90s
By Thonet
Located in Zagreb, HR
Exceptionally rare and collectible, postmodern Memphis design original Thonet dining chairs
Category
1990s Austrian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.11 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
1 of 20 Postmodern Memphis Era Thonet Vienna Stackable Signed Dining Chairs, 90s
By Thonet
Located in Zagreb, HR
Exceptionally rare and collectible, postmodern Memphis design original Thonet dining chairs
Category
1990s Austrian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.11 in W 22.45 in D 20.48 in
Early Pierre Chapo Set of Twelve S11 Dining Chairs in Elm & Cognac Leather
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, set of twelve dining chairs, model 'S11', elm, leather, rope, France, circa 1978
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rope, Elm
H 30.91 in W 17.33 in D 18.12 in
Set of 20 Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Steel Dining Chairs in Ivory Bouclé
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Early 1950s Vladimir Kagan set of twenty stainless steel dining chairs professionally reupholstered
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 32 in W 22.5 in D 24 in
All Arms, Exquisite Set of 20 Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Baker, circa 1958
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Cherry
H 32.5 in W 21.5 in D 17 in
Kentucky chairs by Carlo Scarpa for Bernini, 1977
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Misinto, IT
Kentucky is a chair born from the collaboration between Carlo Scarpa and the Bernini company. It
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Leather
Set of Six Regency Klismos Chairs, attributed to Gillows
By Thomas Hope, Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
from there, Christie's house sale, 23 May 1994, lot 106 (£210,500). Dining chairs in the Small Dining
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Pierre Chapo Sculptural 'S34' Chairs in Solid Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, chairs, model 'S34A', elm, France, circa 1973
This chair model 'S34A' is designed
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Elm
19th Century Fine Set of Five Biedermeier Chairs. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello,
These fine set of five Viennese Biedermeier walnut chairs from c, 1825 is the best example
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
Dramatic Set of 20 Black Lacquer Double Cane Arm Chairs by Michael Taylor
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative
Category
Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Dramatic Set of 20 Sophisticated Black Lacquer Cane Arm Chairs by Michael Taylor
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative
Category
Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Cane
H 34 in W 20.75 in D 20 in
All Arms, Sublime Set of 20 Greek Key Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1970
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Set of 8 Knoll Black Leather Flat Bar Brno Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic set of 8 flat bar Brno chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in the twenties
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome
H 31.5 in W 23.25 in D 21.5 in
Oswald Haerdtl Beech Dining Chairs, 1950s
By Oswald Haerdtl, Thonet
Located in Almelo, NL
Oswald Haerdtl set of four chairs, the 1950s
A rare set of four chairs was designed by the
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Ash, Beech, Bentwood
Contemporary Clay Dining Chair by Maarten Baas
By Maarten Baas
Located in Warsaw, PL
These vibrant chairs are from Maarten Baas’s iconic ‘Clay’ collection launched in 2006. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of Four White Leather Cab Armchairs by Cassina
By Cassina
Located in New Orleans, LA
and in 1897 the New York Museum of Modern Art dedicated a personal retrospective to him. Twenty-five
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
Charlotte Perriand Dining Chairs for Robert Sentou, 1964, Set of 10
By Robert Sentou, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Charlotte Perriand Dining Chairs for Robert Sentou, straw and wood, France, 1964, set of ten.
The
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Straw, Wood
Charlotte Perriand Dining Chairs for Robert Sentou, 1964, Set of 14
By Charlotte Perriand, Robert Sentou
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Charlotte Perriand Dining Chairs for Robert Sentou, straw and wood, France, 1964, set of fourteen
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Straw, Wood
Charlotte Perriand Dining Chairs for Robert Sentou, 1964, Set of 4
By Robert Sentou, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Charlotte Perriand Dining Chairs for Robert Sentou, straw and wood, France, 1964, set of four
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Straw, Wood
Charlotte Perriand “LC7” Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1927, Set of 6
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret and Le Corbusier “LC7” dining chairs for Cassina, brown
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Dining Chair 'Park Place' by Man of Parts, Sahco, Safire 007
By Yabu Pushelberg, Man of Parts
Located in Paris, FR
meters. The simple, strong lines of the Park Place dining chair's metal structure are reminiscent of the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.53 in W 18.9 in D 17.33 in
Contemporary Dining Chair 'Park Place' by Man of Parts, Sahco Safire 014
By Yabu Pushelberg, Man of Parts
Located in Paris, FR
meters. The simple, strong lines of the Park Place dining chair's metal structure are reminiscent of the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.53 in W 18.9 in D 17.33 in
Set of Four Hans J. Wegner Dining Chairs Model CH-47 in mahogany
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of four Hans J. Wegner dining chairs in mahogany
New upholstetred with vintage tan aniline
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Early Pierre Chapo Set of Ten S11 Dining Chairs with Aban Dining Table
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining room set consisting of ten S11 dining chairs with Aban T35D dining table by Pierre Chapo
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Rope, Elm
H 30.91 in W 17.33 in D 18.12 in
Carlo Scarpa & Hiroyuki Toyoda Table with René Herbst Sandows Dining Chairs
By René Herbst, Carlo Scarpa, Simon Gavina Editions, Hiroyuki Toyoda
Located in Waalwijk, NL
René Herbst 'Sandows' chairs
Carlo Scarpa and Hiroyuki Toyoda for Simon Gavina, conference or dining
Category
20th Century European Dining Room Sets
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 31.5 in W 16.54 in D 20.08 in
Pierre Chapo T20A Dining Table with Set of Eight Yrjö Kukkapuro Chairs
By Haimi Oy, Yrjö Kukkapuro, Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
dining chairs by Yrjö Kukkapuro.
Pierre Chapo, dining table, model T20A, elmwood, France, design 1972
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Aluminum
H 31.89 in W 20.67 in D 24.02 in
Charlotte Perriand Ombra Tokyo Oak Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1954. Relaunched by Cassina in 2009.
Manufactured by
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Charlotte Perriand Ombra Tokyo Oak Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1954. Relaunched by Cassina in 2009.
Manufactured by
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
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Twenty Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of twenty dining chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique twenty dining chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, beech and hardwood. Twenty dining chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Twenty dining chairs made by Regency designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — are very popular at 1stDibs. Twenty dining chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Casala, James Leonard and Jomaine Baumann are consistently popular.
How Much are Twenty Dining Chairs?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,973, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $99,200 highest priced.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Twenty Dining Chairs
- What is a dining chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A dining chair is a chair used to provide seating while dining at a table. There are two main types: side chairs and armchairs. As the name suggests, armchairs feature integrated arms, and they typically go along the short ends of rectangular tables. Free of arms, side chairs are usually arranged along the sides of rectangular tables. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Dining chairs should be around 18 inches tall. Since most dining tables are 30 inches high, 18 inch tall dining chairs allow for a comfortable amount of legroom. As a general rule of thumb, there should be around 12 inches between a dining table and a seat.
- What is a carver dining chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A carver dining chair is a kind of spool chair with legs rising above the seat level to frame the back and support the armrests. A theory about how carver chairs got their name is that the “master of the household” would sit at the head of the dining table and carve the meat that would be served for dinner. A widely reported origin story for the carver chair is that the name references a Pilgrim named John Carver, who was the founder of the Plymouth colony of Massachusetts in the United States. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage carver chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A good width for a dining chair is generally considered to be 16 to 20 inches. Chairs within this size range typically provide enough space for most people to sit comfortably. Shop a collection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether leather is good for dining chairs is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find leather to be easy to wipe clean and appreciate its texture and appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of leather dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The entire back of a dining chair is simply called the chair back. It may have another name that more accurately describes the shape such as an X back or a cross back. The individual parts of a chair back include the ear, top rail, cross rail, stile and back post. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary dining chairs from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Choosing a fabric for reupholstering dining chairs is dependent on a number of factors. Cotton, faux suede, leather, tweed, velvet and vinyl are all popular options though each has different benefits. It is important to consider durability, ability to clean, and coordinating with decor.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The end chairs are called an armchair. Typically found at the head of the table, these specific chairs have armrests and give off a more formal feel. You can shop a collection of armchairs and dining tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, your dining room table and chairs do not need to match. Coordinated colors and styles can add visual flair to a space, and is a great way to show off your personal style. Shop a collection of dining room tables and chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The seat of a dining room chair is typically 18 inches from the floor and 16 to 20 inches wide.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021To pick a fabric for dining room chairs, one should consider durable, easy to maintain or stain-resistant materials. While choosing a fabric is a personal choice, the most commonly preferred upholstery materials include cotton and linen — both are prone to staining, however — as well as leather and synthetic fabrics such as polyester. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dining chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To 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 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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