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Set Six Chinese Chippendale Whitewashed Dining Chairs, Carved Dragons, Rosewood
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of 6 Chinese Carved Whitewashed Dining Chairs, Rosewood, Chippendale Style; Comprised of a pair
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Silk, Wood

Set of 6 Antique Rustic French Gothic Whitewashed Dining Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of 6 antique rustic French gothic whitewashed dining chair was literally designed to last for
Category

Mid-20th Century French Gothic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Louis XVI Whitewashed Dining Chairs Reupholstered in Black Velvet, A Set of Six
Located in Ross, CA
Six whitewashed round back and round seat Louis XVI chairs, recovered in the last century in black
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Whitewashed Oak Bistro Dining Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French bistro-style whitewashed oak bentwood dining chair, with a padded woven caned seat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Restored Rattan Whitewash Counter Chairs
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored rattan counter or bar chairs with a whitewash finish in a set of three. Elevate your
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Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Set of 10 Custom Modern Dining Chairs in Glazier Whitewash Finish
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Set of 10 Moderno custom dining chairs. Upholstered in Fabricut Granite Tweed Ash finished in a
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Six Louis XVI Maison Jansen Style Bleached Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Whitewash
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Six Louis XVI Maison Jansen Style Bleached Balloon Back Dining Chairs, Whitewash, Red Fabric Set
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Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Olga Contemporary Dining Chair in Whitewash Wood Finish and White Boucle Fabric
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
Olga offers unique modern features and an irreverent design that is a perfect fit for any bold and innovative project. Its solid wood frame and upholstery come together in a perfect ...
Category

2010s Brazilian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1980's Carved Whitewashed Wood Boho Rope Twist Dining Side Chairs - Pair A
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of dining side chairs in the Boho Chic style, unbranded. Solid hardwood with whitewashed
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Late 20th Century American Bohemian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood, Paint

1980's Carved Whitewashed Wood Boho Rope Twist Dining Side Chairs - Pair B
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of dining side chairs in the Boho Chic style, unbranded. Solid hardwood with whitewashed
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Late 20th Century American Bohemian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood, Paint

1980's Carved Whitewashed Wood Boho Rope Twist Dining Armchairs - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of dining armchairs in the Boho Chic style, unbranded. Solid hardwood with whitewashed
Category

Late 20th Century American Bohemian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood, Paint

Midcentury Bamboo Dining Chairs Vogue Rattan Mfg. Co
By Paul Frankl
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Great mid century Bamboo or Rattan Dining Chairs. Whitewash frame with black vinyl seating. Paul
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Moooi Zio Dining Chair in Griffin Upholstery with Oak Stained Cinnamon Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Zio dining chair by Marcel Wanders. Sitting in its solid, sculptured wooden structure and soft
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Pencil Reed Rattan Palm Dining Chairs after Gabriella Crespi, a Pair
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Palm Beach meets Italy with this set of two pencil reed upholstered dining chairs after Gabriella
Category

20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Reed

AMERICAN OF MARTINSVILLE French Provincial Louis XVI Dining Side Chairs - Pair A
By American of Martinsville
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Provincial Louis XVI style dining side chairs by American of Martinsville. Solid
Category

Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

AMERICAN OF MARTINSVILLE French Provincial Louis XVI Dining Side Chairs - Pair B
By American of Martinsville
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of French Provincial Louis XVI style dining side chairs by American of Martinsville. Solid
Category

Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Moooi Zio Dining Chair in Jacquard Blue Upholstery with Oak Stained Black Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Zio dining chair by Marcel Wanders. Sitting in its solid, sculptured wooden structure and soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Zio Dining Chair in Justo, Bred Upholstery with Oak Natural Oil Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Zio dining chair by Marcel Wanders. Sitting in its solid, sculptured wooden structure and soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Zio Dining Chair in Oray Ronan Upholstery with Oak Stained Cinnamon Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Zio dining chair by Marcel Wanders. Sitting in its solid, sculptured wooden structure and soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Zio Dining Chair in Vesper Aluminum Seat with Oak Stained Cinnamon Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Zio dining chair by Marcel Wanders. Sitting in its solid, sculptured wooden structure and soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Zio Dining Chair in Manga Brown Upholstery & Oak Stained White Wash Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Zio dining chair by Marcel Wanders. Sitting in its solid, sculptured wooden structure and soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Zio Dining Chair in Menagerie Velvet Upholstery with Oak Natural Oil Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Zio dining chair by Marcel Wanders. Sitting in its solid, sculptured wooden structure and soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Zio Dining Chair in Abbracci, Black Upholstery with Oak Natural Oil Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Zio dining chair by Marcel Wanders. Sitting in its solid, sculptured wooden structure and soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Zio Dining Chair in Divina MD, 673 Upholstery with Oak Natural Oil Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Zio dining chair by Marcel Wanders. Sitting in its solid, sculptured wooden structure and soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Zio Dining Chair in Divina 3, 966 Upholstery with Oak Natural Oil Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Zio dining chair by Marcel Wanders. Sitting in its solid, sculptured wooden structure and soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Zio Dining Chair in Divina 3, 552 Upholstery with Oak Natural Oil Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Zio dining chair by Marcel Wanders. Sitting in its solid, sculptured wooden structure and soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Zio Dining Chair in Divina MD, 733 Upholstery with Oak Natural Oil Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Zio dining chair by Marcel Wanders. Sitting in its solid, sculptured wooden structure and soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Zio Dining Chair in Remix 3, 662 Upholstery with Oak Natural Oil Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Zio dining chair by Marcel Wanders. Sitting in its solid, sculptured wooden structure and soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Zio Dining Chair in Denim Light Wash Upholstery with Oak Natural Oil Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Zio dining chair by Marcel Wanders. Sitting in its solid, sculptured wooden structure and soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Zio Dining Chair in Divina 3, 626 Upholstery with Oak Natural Oil Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Zio dining chair by Marcel Wanders. Sitting in its solid, sculptured wooden structure and soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Zio Dining Chair in Steelcut 2, 625 Upholstery with Oak Natural Oil Frame
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
the Zio dining chair by Marcel Wanders. Sitting in its solid, sculptured wooden structure and soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Regency Faux Bamboo Side Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Regency-style faux bamboo side chair. This hand-carved chair with a faux bamboo motif is inspired
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Regency Faux Bamboo Side Chair
Regency Faux Bamboo Side Chair
H 39 in W 17 in D 22 in
Set of Four Cerused White Oak Armchairs, 1980
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Unique set of dining armchairs featuring a cerused whitewash oak finish on a reeded frame. The
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20th Century American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Organic Modern Danish Cord Dining Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Inspired by 40s and 50s Danish design, the table features a loping pedestal wrapped in Whitewashed
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Organic Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Organic Modern Danish Cord Dining Table
Organic Modern Danish Cord Dining Table
H 29.63 in W 120 in D 46 in
Italian Dining Table with Caned Top and Fluted Legs
By John Breuner
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
Italy, 1990s Italian made dining table with fluted legs and carved details. The finish is a lighter
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Louis XVI Dining Room Tables

Materials

Cane, Glass, Wood

Moooi Nut Lounge Chair in Hallingdal 65 Upholstery & Oak Stained Cinnamon Frame
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
It’s the perfect companion while dining, cozily reading a good book or relaxing in front of the TV
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Nut Lounge Chair in Menagerie Velvet Upholstery & Oak Stained Black Frame
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
It’s the perfect companion while dining, cozily reading a good book or relaxing in front of the TV
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Nut Lounge Chair in Hairy Upholstery with Oak Stained Grey Frame
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
It’s the perfect companion while dining, cozily reading a good book or relaxing in front of the TV
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Nut Lounge Chair in Indigo Denim Upholstery with Oak Stained Black Frame
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
It’s the perfect companion while dining, cozily reading a good book or relaxing in front of the TV
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Nut Lounge Chair in Woolly Mohair Upholstery with Oak Natural Oil Frame
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
It’s the perfect companion while dining, cozily reading a good book or relaxing in front of the TV
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Nut Lounge Chair in Oray Ray, Chestnut Upholstery with Oak Black Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
It’s the perfect companion while dining, cozily reading a good book or relaxing in front of the TV
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Nut Lounge Chair in Shade Ochre Upholstery with Oak Natural Oil Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
It’s the perfect companion while dining, cozily reading a good book or relaxing in front of the TV
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Moooi Nut Lounge Chair in Oray Ronan Cream Upholstery with Oak Natural Oil Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
It’s the perfect companion while dining, cozily reading a good book or relaxing in front of the TV
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Round Wicker and Rattan Woven Outdoor Patio Dining Set with Glass Top, Seats 4
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Beautiful woven wicker, rattan, and bamboo dining set. Created from bentwood, this patio set
Category

20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Sets

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Glass, Wood

Attributed to Poul Henningsen Artichoke, 1957
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
transparent Interlaced whitewashing with frosted glass blocks, and precise interlacing of transparent and
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Unusual Poul Henningsen PH-4/4 Stamped P.H-4 'D.R.P' Deutsche Reichs Patent .
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
transparent Interlaced whitewashing with frosted glass blocks, and precise interlacing of transparent and
Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Set of Six French Lyre Back Dining Chairs
Located in Cambridge, MA
Set of six French lyre back dining chairs upholstered in cognac leather with a brass nailhead trim
Category

20th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Westmoreland Dining Chair in Solid Hardwood, Contemporary Modern
By Studio Cidra
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Westmoreland chair is perfect for a dining or side chair, the back support is hand carved for
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Carved Rope Dining Chairs with Whitewashed Finish
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of six carved rope dining chairs with whitewashed finish. There are two armchairs and four side
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20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Bamboo and Leather Whitewashed Dining Arm Chairs Attributed to McGuire, Set of 6
By McGuire
Located in Jupiter, FL
White washed bamboo with woven leather in style of Mcquire. Very cool directors style armchairs and very comfortable as well. Each piece is distressed with age and white wash with ex...
Category

Antique 19th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bamboo

Set of Six Whitewashed Lacquer Armchairs by Ward Bennett for Brickel
By Ward Bennett
Located in Danville, CA
Beautifully restored set of six armchairs by Ward Bennett. The chairs have been given a Whitewashed
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Leather, Cane

Set of Six Dining Chairs by Paul Frankl
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Great looking set of 6 dining chairs comprised of 2 arm chairs and 4 side chairs. Chairs have a
Category

Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Set of Six White Washed French Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Set of six oval back Louis XVI style dining chairs with fluted frames and legs finished in a
Category

20th Century American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

A Set of Six 1950s Handcarved "Leaf" Dining Chairs
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A Set of Six Handcarved "Leaf" Dining Chairs, c.1950s. A charming set of hand carved dining chairs
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Dining Room Chairs

Rare set of Eight "Sculpted" Dining chairs by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL
Set of eight sculpted walnut dining chairs, six side- (VK 101), and two arm- (VK 102) with sling
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

McGuire Midcentury Hollywood Regency Bamboo Rattan Dining Chairs, Set of Four
By McGuire
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of four whitewashed bamboo rattan upholstered dining chairs By McGuire of San
Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Rattan

Set of Eight Os de Mouton Painted Dining Chairs, New Uphohlstery
Located in Dallas, TX
This set of eight Os de Mouton chairs, so named because of the leg's resemblance to that of a lamb
Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XIII Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Boho Chic Bamboo Rattan Wavy Pencil Reed Dining Chairs w/ Peach Vinyl, Set of 6
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Chairs, featuring peach vinyl and whitewashed reed frames. Intricately crafted bamboo and reed frame
Category

1990s Philippine Bohemian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Reed

Spanish Oak Dining Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
team in the house. This fabulous dining table is eye-catching and features a clean whitewash color
Category

Vintage 1970s European Baroque Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Lacquer, Paint

Spanish Oak Dining Table
Spanish Oak Dining Table
H 29 in W 68 in D 44 in
McGuire Bamboo Chinese Chippendale chairs
By McGuire
Located in Redding, CT
McGuire bamboo whitewashed Hollywood Regency dining chairs. Gothic shaped back to these lightweight
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Vintage 1980s American Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Sets

Materials

Glass, Upholstery, Bamboo

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Whitewashed Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of whitewashed dining chairs available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique whitewashed dining chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, upholstery and wood. Find 38 antique and vintage whitewashed dining chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 28 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of whitewashed dining chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Whitewashed dining chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but modern, Louis XVI and mid-century modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made whitewashed dining chairs over the years, but those made by Marcel Wanders, Moooi and American of Martinsville are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Whitewashed Dining Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,910, while they’re typically $486 on the low end and $81,000 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 Whitewashed Dining Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A dining chair is a chair used to provide seating while dining at a table. There are two main types: side chairs and armchairs. As the name suggests, armchairs feature integrated arms, and they typically go along the short ends of rectangular tables. Free of arms, side chairs are usually arranged along the sides of rectangular tables. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Dining chairs should be around 18 inches tall. Since most dining tables are 30 inches high, 18 inch tall dining chairs allow for a comfortable amount of legroom. As a general rule of thumb, there should be around 12 inches between a dining table and a seat.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A carver dining chair is a kind of spool chair with legs rising above the seat level to frame the back and support the armrests. A theory about how carver chairs got their name is that the “master of the household” would sit at the head of the dining table and carve the meat that would be served for dinner. A widely reported origin story for the carver chair is that the name references a Pilgrim named John Carver, who was the founder of the Plymouth colony of Massachusetts in the United States. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage carver chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A good width for a dining chair is generally considered to be 16 to 20 inches. Chairs within this size range typically provide enough space for most people to sit comfortably. Shop a collection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The entire back of a dining chair is simply called the chair back. It may have another name that more accurately describes the shape such as an X back or a cross back. The individual parts of a chair back include the ear, top rail, cross rail, stile and back post. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary dining chairs from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Choosing a fabric for reupholstering dining chairs is dependent on a number of factors. Cotton, faux suede, leather, tweed, velvet and vinyl are all popular options though each has different benefits. It is important to consider durability, ability to clean, and coordinating with decor.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The end chairs are called an armchair. Typically found at the head of the table, these specific chairs have armrests and give off a more formal feel. You can shop a collection of armchairs and dining tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, your dining room table and chairs do not need to match. Coordinated colors and styles can add visual flair to a space, and is a great way to show off your personal style. Shop a collection of dining room tables and chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    To pick a fabric for dining room chairs, one should consider durable, easy to maintain or stain-resistant materials. While choosing a fabric is a personal choice, the most commonly preferred upholstery materials include cotton and linen — both are prone to staining, however — as well as leather and synthetic fabrics such as polyester. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dining chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To protect your woven dining chairs, try a fabric protection spray designed for the specific type of material. Follow the application directions printed on the bottle for best results. Also, wipe your chairs clean after every meal with a slightly damp cloth to reduce the risk of stains. On 1stDibs, find a range of woven dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best fabric for dining room chairs is really a matter of preference. Those who are looking for maximum durability should opt for a smooth synthetic fabric that is liquid repellant. Shop dining room chairs in a variety of fabrics on 1stDibs.