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What are the chairs at a dining table called?
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The chairs at a dining table are generally just called dining chairs. Chairs without arms that go along the sides of a table are side chairs. Typically positioned at the ends of tables, dining chairs framed by arms are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Guillerme & Chambron Pair of 'Fumay' Dining Chairs in Solid Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, pair of dining chairs model 'Fumay', oak, fabric, France, 1960s
Beautifully shaped chairs in oak by French designer duo Jacques Chambron and ...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Kaare Klint Original Rare Set of Ten '3758A' Armchairs in Niger Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier, set of ten armchairs, model '3758A', Niger leather, mahogany, brass, Denmark, design 1930, made 1950s
These dining chairs in Niger leathe...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Antique Set 10 English Revival Pierced Splat Back Dining Chairs 20th Century
Located in London, GB
A superb antique set of ten Regency Revival polychrome ebonized and parcel-gilt dining armchairs, dating from the early 20th century.
The set comprising ten open armchairs, each wit...
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Early 20th Century Regency Revival Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
1920s Francis Jourdain Pair of Dining or Side Chairs in Stained Wood and Rush
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Francis Jourdain, pair of dining or side chairs, stained beech, rush, France, 1920s
Designed by the French painter and cabinetmaker Francis Jourdain (1876–1958), these elegant chair...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Rush
Artisanal Mid-Century Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, oak, Europe, 1950s
This set of four dining chairs, crafted in solid oak, reflects a clear balance between rustic simplicity and modern restraint. Their straightforwar...
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
$6,450 / set
Rush Seat Bamboo Dining Chairs, Set of 10
Located in Bradenton, FL
A set of ten bamboo dining chairs with rush seats. Square spindle backs are finished with panels of woven rattan at the crest rail. Bent bamboo forms the arms, and joins are secured ...
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Late 20th Century Rustic Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bamboo, Rush
$3,495 / set
