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Six Arne Jacobsen Butterfly Dining Chairs Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
Beautiful Classic design set of six chairs; the so called Butterfly chairs from designer Arne
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Retro Vintage Four Butterfly Dining Chairs - Set of Six
Located in London, GB
' Dining Chairs - set of six. They feature sophisticated curvy lines and iconic 1950's design. Each chair
Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Boucle, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Boucle, Europe
Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Boucle, Europe
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Butterfly Dining Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in BAARLO, LI
Original butterfly chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. A famous design from 1955, this
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Corte Green Ferns and Butterflies Dining Chair
By Porte Italia
Located in Milan, IT
. This dining chair features hand-painted ferns and butterflies on a white finish. Customization options
Category

2010s Italian Chairs

Materials

Wood

Corte Green Ferns and Butterflies Dining Chair
Corte Green Ferns and Butterflies Dining Chair
H 42.92 in W 20.87 in D 18.9 in
Cremona Violet Indigo with Butterflies Dining Chair
Located in Milan, IT
Discover Indigo Chair, an epitome of versatility in a hand-painted collection. Its understated
Category

2010s Chairs

Materials

Wood

Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Wool, Light Wood, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Gray Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

Mid-Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Peony Cotton, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Fabric, Linen, Bouclé, Beech

Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Mid-Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Yellow Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

Pair of Series 7 "Butterfly" Dining Chairs by Arne Jacobson for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Arne Jacobson's iconic butterfly chairs, designed for for Fritz Hansen in the 1950s
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Light Creme Boucle, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Fabric, Beech

Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Pineapple Vegan Leather, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

20th Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Wool, Light Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Linen, Light Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Gray Boucle, Dark Walnut Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

Set of Eight Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Gray Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark walnut brown stained beech legs and fully upholstered
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Fabric, Bouclé

Set of Six Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Gray Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Boucle and Walnut Wood, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of Six Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of Eight Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Peony Cotton, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Beech

Set of Seven Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of Four Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of Eight Mid-Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Four 20th Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Wool, Light Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Butterfly Dining Chair, Gray Boucle, Dark Wood, by Vintola Studio, Poland, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Fabric, Beech

Five 20th Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Wool, Light Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Nine 20th Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Wool, Light Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of Four Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pineapple Leather, Europe 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

Six Mid-Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Linen, Light Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of Eight Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Yellow Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category

20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Beech

Butterfly Tan Brown Dining Chair by Esvee Atelier
By Esvee
Located in Geneve, CH
Butterfly Tan Brown Dining Chair by Esvee Atelier Dimensions: D 55 x W 53 x H 80 cm. Materials: Tan
Category

2010s Indian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Butterfly Charcoal Black Dining Chair by Esvee Atelier
By Esvee
Located in Geneve, CH
Butterfly Charcoal Black Dining Chair by Esvee Atelier Dimensions: D 55 x W 53 x H 80 cm. Materials
Category

2010s Indian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 2 Butterfly Charcoal Black Dining Chairs by Esvee Atelier
By Esvee
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Butterfly Charcoal Black Dining Chairs by Esvee Atelier Dimensions: D 55 x W 53 x H 80 cm
Category

2010s Indian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Set 3107 Butterfly Chairs Design Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful set of matte black butterfly chairs (Butterfly Chairs) or Series 7 / 3107 by Arne
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plywood

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Early Vintage Black Faux Leather 3107 Butterfly Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
. :-) Butterfly in black faux leather by Arne Jacobsen by Fritz Hanssen. This chair has a beautiful elegant design
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 Original Grey Fritz Hansen Butterfly Chairs from 1984, Danish Design
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Harderwijk, NL
as the Butterfly Chair. These are original pieces from 1984 and their timeless appearance allows them
Category

Vintage 1980s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Six Rare Vintage Laminated 3107 Butterfly Chair
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
laminated edition 3107 butterfly chairs. The patina and used veneer is very rare and beautiful. the chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen Series 7 Butterfly Chair in Oak Veneer, circa 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
Vintage example of the iconic Butterfly chair designed. By Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen as part
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair Model 3107 Cognac Leather
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Asaa, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair Model 3107 cognac leather. Model 3107 also know as series 7, Butterfly
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

1955, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Two Early Vintage Red Painted 3107 Butterfly Chairs
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
of two beautiful red butterflies. Both wooden shells have some tiny loss of paint on some spots or a
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 6 Butterfly Chairs in Cognac Leather by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Amazing set of 6 Butterfly chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark 1979. These
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Vintage 1970s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

George Nakashima Set of Six 'New' Dining Chairs
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima for Nakashima Studio, set of six 'New' dining chairs, American black walnut
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

George Nakashima Set of Six 'New' Dining Chairs
George Nakashima Set of Six 'New' Dining Chairs
H 35.63 in W 18.51 in D 17.52 in
George Nakashima 'New' Dining Chairs in Walnut and Hickory
By George Nakashima, George Nakashima Studio
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima, ‘New’ dining chairs, American black walnut, hickory, United States, 1975 With
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hickory, Walnut

George Nakashima Pair of 'Conoid' Dining Chairs in Walnut
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, 1962 This stunning pair of Conoid dining chairs are designed by woodwork master George Nakashima and
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hickory, Walnut

George Nakashima 'New' Dining Chairs in Walnut and Hickory
By George Nakashima, George Nakashima Studio
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima, ‘New’ dining chairs, American black walnut, hickory, United States, 1975 With
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hickory, Walnut

Sori Yanagi 'Collection' Dining Chair in White Oak for Hida
By Hida, Sori Yanagi
Located in Glendale, CA
Sori Yanagi 'Collection' Dining Chair in White Oak for Hida For centuries, famed Hida artisans in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...

Materials

Oak

Five Continental Embossed Leather Carved Walnut Rococo Revival Dining Chairs
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A SET OF FIVE CONTINENTAL EMBOSSED LEATHER CARVED WALNUT ROCOCO REVIVAL DINING CHAIRS POSSIBLY
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Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

George Nakashima Set of Four 'Conoid' Dining Chairs in Walnut
By George Nakashima, George Nakashima Studio
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, 1962 This stunning set of four Conoid dining chairs are designed by woodwork master George Nakashima
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hickory, Walnut

Ico & Luisa Parisi Rare Set of Six Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in New York, NY
Ico & Luisa Parisi for Ariberto Colombo, Cantù, set of six rare rosewood dining chairs. Sculptural
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Rosewood

Ico & Luisa Parisi MidCentury Modern Italian Walnut and Bouclè Dining Chairs 50s
By Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Ico & Luisa Parisi for Ariberto Colombo, Cantù, set of four rare walnut dining chairs. Sculptural
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian Dove Cane Corte Dining Chair with Ferns
By Porte Italia
Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT
chair with ferns decors and little butterflies. Each piece from our Collections is entirely hand
Category

2010s Italian Other Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Upholstered Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Gingko dining chair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and whimsical piece. The blue velvet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Upholstered Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Gingko dining chair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and whimsical piece. The dark grey velvet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Upholstered Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Gingko dining chair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and whimsical piece. The cream linen
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Verner Panton 'System 1-2-3' Standard Dining Chair in Fabric for Verpan
By Verner Panton, Verpan
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'system 1-2-3' standard dining chair in fabric for Verpan Verner Panton was one of
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel

Ico & Luisa Parisi Rare Set of Six Mid-century Modern Velvet Dining Chairs, 50s
By Ariberto Colombo, Ico & Luisa Parisi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Ico & Luisa Parisi for Ariberto Colombo, Cantù, set of six rare rosewood dining chairs. Sculptural
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Eugenio Gerli S82 Dining Chairs Set of Six by Tecno, Italy, circa 1960
By Eugenio Gerli, Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Set of six S82 dining chairs by Eugenio Gerli (and Osvaldo Borsani) for Tecno, Italy – circa 1960
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 2 model 3107 dining chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1955
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Set of 2 Butterfly chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Metal frame and black faux leather
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

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Butterfly Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic butterfly dining chair available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and fabric, every butterfly dining chair was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a butterfly dining chair — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A butterfly dining chair, designed in the Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made butterfly dining chair over the years, but those crafted by Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen and Kurt Østervig are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Butterfly Dining Chair?

Prices for a butterfly dining chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $368 and can go as high as $24,774, while the average can fetch as much as $1,965.
Questions About Butterfly Dining Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy designed the Butterfly chair. The trio met while working in Le Corbusier's studio and then moved to Argentina, where they founded the Grupo Austral. In 1938, they unveiled their now iconic chair, which was inspired by a previous work called Tripolona, which they designed using inspiration from folding, collapsible chairs used by the British military. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Butterfly chair, also known as the BKF or Hardoy chair, was made in 1938 in Buenos Aires. It is recognizable by its metal frame and suspended seat, created by the large sling of material hung from the frame’s highest points. Shop the unique style from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Whether or not Butterfly chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. Many people find that the way the upholstery of the Butterfly chair hangs from its metal frame provides plenty of support for the body. Plus, its sling design invites users to settle in and relax. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Butterfly chairs were popular in the 1950s. Due to a renewed interest in mid-century modern design, the chairs are also used to decorate homes today. The original name of the butterfly chair is the BKF after its three designers, Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy. You'll find a range of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy made the butterfly chair. The three architects created the design in 1938 at their firm in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Their design draws inspiration from Joseph Beverly Fenby's Tripolina chair produced in 1877. Shop a variety of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Dining room tables with butterfly leaves look like they have wings when they’re being opened, which is why they’re called butterflies. A butterfly leaf affords you more space at your dining table for additional house guests. Owing to geared slides, butterfly leaf tables should open easily.
  • 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.