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Modern Dining Room Chairs

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Laurence leather dining chair ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Pink Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Laurence leather dining chair ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Dedar Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Laurence dining chair was crea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Giraffe dining Chair in Solid Brazilian Wood by Juliana Vasconcellos
Located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
The Giraffe dining chair was designed with soft curves and slender, but with volume, bringing comfort and elegance. The base structure was thought...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gaulino chair by Oscar Tusquets ash wood black lacquer leather hide seat, Spain
Located in Barcelona, ES
The Gaulino Chair is one of the best designs by Oscar Tusquets and has become an iconic Spanish design. Made exclusively from wood and leather, the name comes from the influences th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Ash

Set of 4 Modern Armchairs in Smoked Emerald Velvet & Ebonized Walnut by Donghia
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated and elegant set of four arm chairs were realized in the United States by the great Angelo Donghia circa 1985. They represent a reinterpretation of the iconic horse...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Shaker Modern Dining Chair by AMBROZIA, Black Leather, Walnut & Black Steel
Located in Drummondville, Quebec
The Shaker modern dining chair is handmade to order from our unique Ambrozia black textured steel tubing frame. Available in a large variety of premium vinyls colors or leather in op...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Shaker Modern Side Chair by AMBROZIA, Utah Mink Leather, Walnut & Black Steel
Located in Drummondville, Quebec
The Shaker modern dining chair is handmade to order from our unique Ambrozia black textured steel tubing frame. Available in a large variety of premium vinyls colors or leather in op...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 6 Contemporary Dining Chairs Upholstered in Sophisticated Melange Fabric
Located in New York, NY
Timeless design in combination with handmade couture techniques. The dining chairs features curved wooden upholstered back for greater comfort. Offered in fumed Oak frame and brick v...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Upholstery

CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Milo Baughman Cane Dining Chair, Walnut
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Milo Baughman Cane Dining Chair, Walnut The Milo Baughman Oval Cane Back Walnut Side Chair for Craft Associates® Furniture is expertly crafted. These ...
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2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Cane, Wood, Walnut

CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Lawrence Peabody Walnut Dining Chair
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Lawrence Peabody Walnut Dining Chair These Lawrence Peabody Dining Arm Chairs in walnut for Craft Associates Furniture are expertly hand crafted and u...
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2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Set of 6 Jorge Pensi "Gorka" Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fully Leather-upholstered high-back version of the GORKA chair by Jorge Pensi for AKABA. Clad in Leather with polished aluminum arms, this chair is supremely comfortable and eve...
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20th Century Spanish Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mastercraft Brass Dining Armchairs with Grandma Fabric, Set of Four, circa 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This super cute set of four (4) dining armchairs by Mastercraft feature a brass base with light patina and a very unique and interesting fabric that features light pink and baby blue...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Off-White Bouclé, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Laurence dining chair was crea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Contemporary Upholstered Dining in Leatherette
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted dining armchair with upholstered seat and back in faux leather. The timeless design of the chair works well with modern and classic styles . This chair is perfect for con...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Modern Timeless Office Chair, Bouclé Faux Fur, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Greenapple Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Timeless bouclé office chair was designed and craft...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Style Dining Chair With Back And Legs In Ebony Wood, Set of 6
Located in New York, NY
Crafted for comfort and class, this upholstered chair blends plush velvet with a sleek ebony wood frame. The dark wood legs, like sturdy pillars, support a seat made for lingering co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Bent Wood Dining Chair With Rattan Cane Backrest, Set of 8
Located in New York, NY
This dining chair, at first glance, appears typical, yet upon closer inspection, it reveals unique features. The backrest, crafted from two elegantly curved pieces, coupled with a s...
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2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Minimalist-Style Dining Chair with Customizable Lacquer Colors, Set of 8
Located in New York, NY
This modern dining chair marries minimalist lines with luxurious comfort. The plush velvet seat, enveloping like a gentle embrace, works stunningly with the matching lacquer color to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Contemporary Upholstered Dining Chair With Custom Lacquer Finish
Located in New York, NY
Modern dining chair with a sleek and minimalist design. It has a wooden frame and legs with a backrest that curves gently around the top. it cradles you in comfort with its plush sea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Modern Mary Dining Chairs, Beige Velvet Leather, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mary Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Mary lea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 8 Dining Chair Available in COM
Located in New York, NY
This minimalist dining chair exemplifies modern sophistication and comfort. It features a fully upholstered design, providing a seamless, elegant look that harmoniously blends with c...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Emanuele Rambaldi for Chiappe Dining Chair in Wood and Woven Straw
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Emanuele Rambaldi for Chiappe, chair, beech, straw, Chiavari, Italy, design 1933, production afterwards Italian painter and furniture designer Emanuele Rambaldi (1903-1968) created ...
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1930s Italian Vintage Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Straw, Beech

Mid-century Modern Style Set of 8 Dining Chairs Customizable Colors
Located in New York, NY
The chair features extraordinary design with curved back legs that form part of the armrests and back support. Handcrafted of solid wood frame in different finishes and upholstered i...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

Midcentury Modern Style Dining Chairs in Natural Cane, Set of 8
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted dining chair with a mid-century design that stands out for its modern silhouette. Dark stained 134.A3 color frame with natural cane curved backrest, and black faux leath...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Cane, Wood

Modern Timeless Chairs, Cotton-Wool Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Greenapple Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Timeless bouclé office chair was designed and craft...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Mid-century Modern Style Set of 8 Dining Chairs Customizable
Located in New York, NY
The chair features extraordinary design with curved back legs that form part of the armrests and back support. Handcrafted of solid wood frame in different finishes and upholstered i...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of 8 Dining Chair With Arms Offered In COM
Located in New York, NY
Very comfortable and sturdy, the right size and firmness with curved back for greater support. Upholstered in velvet in variety of colors as shown in the attached photos. The wood ...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Fabric, Upholstery

Contemporary Dining Chair Offered in Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This dining chair redefines the need for curves in an interior. As playful as it is graceful, its superbly detailed segments in the front and reverse provide a plateau where the seat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Set of Six Dining Chairs by Gino-Levi Montalcini, circa 1940
Located in New York City, NY
Set of Six Dining Chairs by Gino-Levi Montalcini, Italy, c. 1940 This elegant set of six chairs was designed by famed architect and designer Gino Levi-Montalcini. Levi-Montalcini wa...
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20th Century Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Contemporary Velvet Dining Chair Offered With Nails On The Curve & Back
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This Chair is the epitome of serenity inducing design. With an embracing silhouette and luxurious deep seat, its sensuous curves and comfortable back perfectly adapt to the body. The...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Modern Laurence Outdoor Dining Chair, Mustard Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Laurence dining chair was crea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Wood

Modern Laurence Outdoors Dining Chair, Salmon Wool, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Laurence dining chair was crea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood, Wool

Modern Laurence Outdoors Dining Chairs, Blue, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Laurence dining chair was crea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Bouclé, Wood

Arches Dining Chair, Velvet & Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Best Chair Design at the International Design & Architecture Awards 2021 Honorable Mention at the European Product Design Awards 2021 The Arches dining chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Modern Anjos Dining Chairs, Leather Oak Root, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Anjos Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Anjos dining chair draws inspirat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Oak

Modern Margot Dining Chairs, Nubuck Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Margot Chair, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Margot leather dining chair stands as a contemporary piece that redefines the standards of modern...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Bouclé, Velvet

René Herbst 'Sandows' Dining Chair in Steel and Cord
Located in Waalwijk, NL
René Herbst, 'Sandows' chair, model '101', chrome-plated steel, elastic rope, France, design 1928, produced 1970s. The 'Sandows' chair epitomizes the industrial advancements of the ...
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1920s French Vintage Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Nubuck Leather, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Laurence leather dining chair ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

René Herbst Pair of 'Sandows' Dining Chairs in Steel and Cord
Located in Waalwijk, NL
René Herbst, pair of 'Sandows' chairs, model '101', chrome-plated steel, elastic rope, France, design 1928, produced 1970s. The 'Sandows' chair epitomizes the industrial advancement...
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1920s French Vintage Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

René Herbst Set of Six 'Sandows' Dining Chairs in Steel and Cord
Located in Waalwijk, NL
René Herbst, set of six 'Sandows' chairs, model '101', chrome-plated steel, elastic rope, France, design 1928, produced, 1970s. The 'Sandows' chair epitomizes the industrial advance...
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1920s French Vintage Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Contemporary Outdoor Dining Chairs in Brown Teak 'Set of 8'
Located in New York, NY
The Material: Our products use taut, clean, and highly tenacious rope made of 100% polyester. What makes this material special is because the characteristic of polyester that is extr...
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2010s Asian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rope, Teak

Contemporary Dining Chair with Upholstered Seat & Back
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary and sophisticated line of dining armchair, lounge chair and dining bench. The design is structured around the legs, which support the seat and backrest. Two flat profile...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Velvet Leather, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, The Laurence leather dining chair ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

René Herbst 'Sandows' Dining Chairs in Steel and Cord
Located in Waalwijk, NL
René Herbst, 'Sandows' chairs, model '101', chrome-plated steel, elastic rope, France, design 1928, produced 1970s. The 'Sandows' chair epitomizes the industrial advancements of the...
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1920s French Vintage Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Contemporary Japanese Style Dining Chairs-Set of 8
Located in New York, NY
The Japanese aesthetic canons mark the starting point in this exercise of formal synthesis. The lines that make up the volumes of the product are simplified to give rise to a very di...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Faux Leather

Italian Made to Order Dining Chairs Offered in Velvet, Set of 8
Located in New York, NY
Dining chair enriched by sinuous shapes and geometries that come from the past with captivating lines, a refined design and great personality ideal for contract and home use. Gold me...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Hollywood Regency Style Dining Chair with Slimmed Down Armrests
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This dining chair is a tribute to the golden age of filmmaking, featuring the Classic Hollywood Regency look. Its deep seat, open back and slimmed down upholstered armrests brings back the retro glam...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Modern Anjos Dining Chairs, Italian Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Anjos Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Anjos ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Beech, Oak

Craft Caned Dining Chairs, Bonnie Caned Dining Chairs, Leather and Walnut
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Craft caned dining chairs, bonnie caned dining chairs, leather and walnut Designer: Laura Trenchard Manufacturer: Craft Associates Furniture Pe...
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2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut, Leather

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Italian Leather, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Laurence leather dining chair ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Fernandine Dining Chair, Medley and Oak, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Fernandine walls are a part of History that embraces the city of Porto, located in the north of Portugal. These medieval fortifications topped off by battlements were completed d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Fabiaan Van Severen Pair of Dining Chairs in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Fabiaan Van Severen, dining chairs, patinated black leather, tubular steel, lace, Belgium, 1997. Distinct pair of dining chairs by Belgium designer Fabiaan Van Severen. Created in 1...
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1990s Belgian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Modern Anjos Dining Chairs, Light-Brown Leather, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Anjos Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Anjos ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Beech, Oak

Modern Timeless Office Chairs Set/2, Bouclé Fur, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Greenapple Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Timeless bouclé office chair was designed and craft...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bouclé, Velvet, Wood, Faux Fur

Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Nubuck Leather, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Laurence leather dining chair ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Modern Laurence Leather Dining Chairs, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Laurence Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Laurence leather dining chair ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Velvet, Wood

Fabiaan Van Severen Dining Chairs in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Fabiaan Van Severen, dining chairs, black leather, tubular steel, lace, Belgium, 1997 Distinct set of dining chairs by Belgium designer Fabiaan Van Severen. Created in 1997, this de...
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1990s Belgian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Modern dining room chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern dining room chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage dining room chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern dining room chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Portugal, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original dining room chairs, popular names associated with this style include Royal Stranger, Emeco, Marie Burgos Design, and Finn Juhl. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for dining room chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $170 and tops out at $90,000 while the average work can sell for $1,969.

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