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What is a dining room chair called?
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A dining room chair is called a dining chair. However, depending on its style, you may also see a dining chair referred to by other names. Armless ones placed along the long sides of rectangular and oval tables are side chairs, while the chairs with arms that often go at the heads of tables are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
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Shop for Dining Room Chairs on 1stDibs
Eight Zet Dining Chairs in Tiger Mountain Velvet by Dedar, Vintola Studio
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
The Zet Dining Chair is a contemporary Vintola design defined by its bold geometry and refined proportions. The distinctive, angular frame creates a strong visual identity while main...
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2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Jacquard, Linen, Velvet, Beech
Mario Bellini Set of Four 'CAB 413' Dining Chairs in Patinated Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Bellini for Cassina, set of four armchairs model 'CAB 413', leather, plastic, Italy, 1979
The iconic ‘CAB’ chair was designed by Mario Bellini in 1979. Conceptually new was th...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Plastic
Silvio Coppola for Bernini Set of Twelve Dining Chairs in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Silvio Coppola for Bernini, set of twelve dining chairs, model '330', leather, walnut, Italy, 1969
Wonderful set of dining chairs in black leather upholstery and walnut wood by Ital...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Leather, Walnut
1970s Post-Modern Italian Set of Twelve Dining Chairs in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of twelve dining chairs, stained pine, Italy, 1970s
Recalling the work of Mario Marenco's "Sapporo" chair, these dining chairs are characterized by their architectural backrest ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Pine
Set of Eight Italian Dining Chairs with Carved Backs and Straw Seats
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of eight dining chairs, beech, straw, Italy, 1950s
Crafted with a refined decorative allure and a rustic inclination, these chairs present exquisite craftsmanship and intricate ...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Straw, Beech
Dining Chairs in Pine and Sheepskin
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, pine, reupholstered in sheepskin, Czech Republic, 1950s
Pine dining chairs featuring a sheepskin in beige color. This particular model is manufactured without armrest...
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Pine
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