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1920's Dining Chair Model No. 105 by Gebrüder Thonet
1920's Dining Chair Model No. 105 by Gebrüder Thonet

1920's Dining Chair Model No. 105 by Gebrüder Thonet

By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Michael Thonet

Located in Brno, CZ

This is one of the most commercially successful chairs designed and produced by famous Gebrüder

Category

Vintage 1910s Czech Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Beech

1920's Dining Chair model B 28 by Thonet
1920's Dining Chair model B 28 by Thonet

1920's Dining Chair model B 28 by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Brno, CZ

These dining chair were originally designed by the Thonet company in 1904, as model No. 28. This

Category

Vintage 1920s Czech Belle Époque Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Dining Chairs
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Dining Chairs

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Dining Chairs

Located in The Hague, NL

Unique 1920s dining chairs. Made in chrome and in great condition. One of the chairs has some

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1920's French Art Deco Goosehead Dining Chairs - Pair B
1920's French Art Deco Goosehead Dining Chairs - Pair B

1920's French Art Deco Goosehead Dining Chairs - Pair B

Located in Charlotte, NC

A pair of antique French Art Deco style dining side chairs, unbranded. Solid hardwood with a golden

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

1920's French Art Deco Goosehead Dining Chairs - Pair D
1920's French Art Deco Goosehead Dining Chairs - Pair D

1920's French Art Deco Goosehead Dining Chairs - Pair D

Located in Charlotte, NC

A pair of antique French Art Deco style dining side chairs, unbranded. Solid hardwood with a golden

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Set of Six French 1920's Os d' Mouton Dining Chairs
Set of Six French 1920's Os d' Mouton Dining Chairs

Set of Six French 1920's Os d' Mouton Dining Chairs

Located in Pine Plains, NY

This set of six dining chairs have been recently reupholstered in vintage Belgian linen.

Category

Early 20th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Linen

Set of Eight 1920s French Painted Dining Chairs
Set of Eight 1920s French Painted Dining Chairs

Set of Eight 1920s French Painted Dining Chairs

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

An elegant set of eight, circa 1920s French dining chairs retaining the original paint, in the

Category

Early 20th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 8 1920s Pale Mahogany Dining Chairs
Set of 8 1920s Pale Mahogany Dining Chairs

Set of 8 1920s Pale Mahogany Dining Chairs

Located in Bodicote, Oxfordshire

A charming set of eight 1920s pale mahogany dining chairs in good structural condition. The finish

Category

Vintage 1920s English Edwardian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Six Cotswold School Oak Dining Chairs by Gordon Russell, 1920s
Set of Six Cotswold School Oak Dining Chairs by Gordon Russell, 1920s

Set of Six Cotswold School Oak Dining Chairs by Gordon Russell, 1920s

By The Russell Workshops Ltd., Gordon Russell

Located in Stratford Upon Avon, GB

These sturdy oak chairs (2 carvers, 4 singles) are design Numbers 295 and 296, designed by Sir

Category

Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

CLOSING  SALE   Chair Side 1920s Venetian Walnut Two Available
CLOSING  SALE   Chair Side 1920s Venetian Walnut Two Available

CLOSING SALE Chair Side 1920s Venetian Walnut Two Available

Located in San Francisco, CA

1920s Venetian Walnut Chair ( two available) have been reupholstered with silk striped fabric as

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Rustic Shaker Oak Side Chairs, 1920s, Set of 4
Rustic Shaker Oak Side Chairs, 1920s, Set of 4

Rustic Shaker Oak Side Chairs, 1920s, Set of 4

Located in Paris, ON

Rustic Shaker Oak Side Chairs, 1920s - set of 4 This classic Shaker ladder back chair

Category

Vintage 1920s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rope, Oak

Set of Six Provencal French Dining Room Chairs in Oakwood from 1920s
Set of Six Provencal French Dining Room Chairs in Oakwood from 1920s

Set of Six Provencal French Dining Room Chairs in Oakwood from 1920s

Located in Florence, IT

Set of six Provençal French dining room chairs in oakwood from 1920s.

Category

Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Straw, Oak

Art Deco Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Art Deco Dining Chairs, Set of 4

Art Deco Dining Chairs, Set of 4

Unavailable|$4,157 / set

Art Deco Dining Chairs, Set of 4

Located in Lábatlan, HU

,painted ,upholstered , restored condition. A lovely matching set of 4, genuine 1920-30's Art Deco Dining

Category

Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Art Deco Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Art Deco Dining Chairs, Set of 6

Art Deco Dining Chairs, Set of 6

Unavailable|$4,157 / set

Art Deco Dining Chairs, Set of 6

Located in Lábatlan, HU

Deco dining chairs, set of 6 Set of 6 Art Deco dining chairs. These Art Deco chairs are in their

Category

Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Set of Six Flemish 1920's Dining Chairs
Set of Six Flemish 1920's Dining Chairs

Set of Six Flemish 1920's Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Classic dining chairs from Belgium. Twisted decorative frames. Recently reupholstered in vintage

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Dining Room Chairs

Set of Six French 1920's Dining Chairs
Set of Six French 1920's Dining Chairs

Set of Six French 1920's Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Set of 6 Dining Chairs with square backs. Nail head accents throughout. Very comfortable. Simply

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Early 20th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Set of Six Os de Mouton Dining Chairs
Set of Six Os de Mouton Dining Chairs

Set of Six Os de Mouton Dining Chairs

Located in Troy, MI

Set of six circa 1920s dining chairs with dark polished wood frames in a classic Os de Mouton style

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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Set of Six French Louis XVI-Style Dining Chairs
Set of Six French Louis XVI-Style Dining Chairs

Set of Six French Louis XVI-Style Dining Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful, set of 6 French 1920s dining chairs by Laurenceau, Paris. Each chair consists of a

Category

Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Riva 1920 Brown Leather Dining Chair
Riva 1920 Brown Leather Dining Chair

Riva 1920 Brown Leather Dining Chair

By Riva 1920

Located in Rochester, England

The Riva 1920 Dining Chair has a sleek, contemporary silhouette. The seat cushion is padded and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Riva 1920 Brown Leather Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Riva 1920 Brown Leather Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

Riva 1920 Brown Leather Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

By Riva 1920

Located in Rochester, England

The Riva 1920 Dining Chair has a sleek, contemporary silhouette. The seat cushion is padded and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

1920's Classic Bentwood Dining Chairs - Austrian - Pair
1920's Classic Bentwood Dining Chairs - Austrian - Pair

1920's Classic Bentwood Dining Chairs - Austrian - Pair

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920’s Classic Bentwood Dining Chairs – Austrian – Pair 1920’s Classic Bentwood Dining Chairs

Category

Vintage 1920s European Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of (8) Country French Dining Chairs C. 1920's
Set of (8) Country French Dining Chairs C. 1920's

Set of (8) Country French Dining Chairs C. 1920's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of eight country French dining chairs-(2) Armchairs and (6) Side chairs with a distressed

Category

Early 20th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Paint

Set of (10) Leather Dining Room Chairs circa 1920's
Set of (10) Leather Dining Room Chairs circa 1920's

Set of (10) Leather Dining Room Chairs circa 1920's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of (10) Carved walnut leather tufted Dining Room Chairs. The set comprises of(2)Armchairs and

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather, Wax

1920's Set of Six French Os d'mouton Dining Chairs
1920's Set of Six French Os d'mouton Dining Chairs

1920's Set of Six French Os d'mouton Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Newly upholstered in Belgian linen, classic French dining chairs Very comfortable

Category

Early 20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of French, 1920s Mahogany Dining Chairs
Pair of French, 1920s Mahogany Dining Chairs

Pair of French, 1920s Mahogany Dining Chairs

Located in Buchanan, NY

Pair of mahogany dining chairs upholstered in light blue velvet. Sold as is. Restoration and

Category

Vintage 1920s French Dining Room Chairs

1920's English Pilgrim Chapel Dining Chairs - Large Qty Available
1920's English Pilgrim Chapel Dining Chairs - Large Qty Available

1920's English Pilgrim Chapel Dining Chairs - Large Qty Available

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920's English Pilgrim Chapel Dining Chairs - Very Large Quantity Available. England has a

Category

Vintage 1920s English Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 8 circa 1920's Italian Chairs
Set of 8 circa 1920's Italian Chairs

Set of 8 circa 1920's Italian Chairs

Located in North Miami, FL

Set of eight Italian dining chairs from 1920's.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

1920's Mahieu Bentwood Three Slat Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
1920's Mahieu Bentwood Three Slat Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

1920's Mahieu Bentwood Three Slat Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

By Didier Mahieu

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920’s Mahieu Bentwood three slat dining chairs, set of eight 1920’s Mahieu Bentwood three slat

Category

Vintage 1920s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1920's Baumann Bentwood Three Slat Dining Chairs, Set of Six
1920's Baumann Bentwood Three Slat Dining Chairs, Set of Six

1920's Baumann Bentwood Three Slat Dining Chairs, Set of Six

By Baumann France

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920’s Baumann Bentwood Three Slat dining chairs – Set of six 1920’s Baumann Bentwood Three Slat

Category

Vintage 1920s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1920's Baumann Bentwood  Stamped Seat Dining Chairs, Set of Five
1920's Baumann Bentwood  Stamped Seat Dining Chairs, Set of Five

1920's Baumann Bentwood Stamped Seat Dining Chairs, Set of Five

By Baumann France

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920’s Baumann bentwood stamped seat dining chairs – set of five 1920’s Baumann bentwood stamped

Category

Vintage 1920s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1920's Baumann Bentwood  Stamped Seat Dining Chairs, Set of Four
1920's Baumann Bentwood  Stamped Seat Dining Chairs, Set of Four

1920's Baumann Bentwood Stamped Seat Dining Chairs, Set of Four

By Baumann France

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920’s Baumann bentwood stamped seat dining chairs – set of four 1920’s Baumann bentwood stamped

Category

Vintage 1920s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1920's Baumann Bentwood Three Slat Dining Chairs, Set of Five
1920's Baumann Bentwood Three Slat Dining Chairs, Set of Five

1920's Baumann Bentwood Three Slat Dining Chairs, Set of Five

By Baumann France

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920’s Baumann bentwood three slat dining chairs – set of five 1920’s Baumann bentwood three

Category

Vintage 1920s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1920's Simple Elegant Bentwood Dining Chairs - Mundus - Set Of Ten
1920's Simple Elegant Bentwood Dining Chairs - Mundus - Set Of Ten

1920's Simple Elegant Bentwood Dining Chairs - Mundus - Set Of Ten

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920's Simple Elegant Bentwood Dining Chairs - Mundus - Set Of Ten. At the beginning of the 20th

Category

Vintage 1920s Hungarian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Art Deco Dining Chairs, France 1920s
Art Deco Dining Chairs, France 1920s

Art Deco Dining Chairs, France 1920s

Located in Greding, DE

Set of six Art Deco dining chairs on elegant, curved legs with elaborately upholstered seats and

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

1920's Baumann Bentwood Three Slat Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
1920's Baumann Bentwood Three Slat Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

1920's Baumann Bentwood Three Slat Walnut Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

By Baumann France

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920’s Baumann bentwood three slat walnut dining chairs – set of eight 1920’s Baumann bentwood

Category

Vintage 1920s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1920s Set of Walnut Dining Chairs
1920s Set of Walnut Dining Chairs

1920s Set of Walnut Dining Chairs

Located in London, GB

This striking and very comfortable set of ten English walnut dining chairs are comprised of 8 side

Category

Early 20th Century English Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of 12 Italian Dining Room Chairs, circa 1920s
Set of 12 Italian Dining Room Chairs, circa 1920s

Set of 12 Italian Dining Room Chairs, circa 1920s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Exquisite set of 12 dining room chairs, two arms and ten sides; each having a painted finish

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Early 20th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs

1920s Set of 10 Venetian Dining Chairs
1920s Set of 10 Venetian Dining Chairs

1920s Set of 10 Venetian Dining Chairs

Located in Charlottesville, VA

We have a beautiful set of Venetian dining chairs. The color is rich. Its so nice to have 10 chairs.

Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Animal Skin, Wood, Paint

Set of Six Art Deco Dining Room Chairs, France, 1920s
Set of Six Art Deco Dining Room Chairs, France, 1920s

Set of Six Art Deco Dining Room Chairs, France, 1920s

Located in Greding, DE

Set of six ebonized dining room chairs with curved frames and upholstered seats and backs. The

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Os d'Mouton Set of Six Bleached Dining Chairs, France, 1920s
Os d'Mouton Set of Six Bleached Dining Chairs, France, 1920s

Os d'Mouton Set of Six Bleached Dining Chairs, France, 1920s

Located in New York, NY

1920s French bleached Os d'Mouton dining chairs. Set of six. Newly reupholstered in linen

Category

Early 20th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

1920s Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of Six
1920s Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of Six

1920s Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of Six

Located in High Point, NC

This set of six wooden chairs was made in the United Kingdom, circa 1920. The pure white

Category

Vintage 1920s British Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Hardwood

1920s Bentwood Debrecen Ladder Back Dining Chairs, Pair
1920s Bentwood Debrecen Ladder Back Dining Chairs, Pair

1920s Bentwood Debrecen Ladder Back Dining Chairs, Pair

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920s Bentwood Debrecen Ladder Back Dining Chairs – Pair 1920s Bentwood Debrecen Ladder Back

Category

Vintage 1920s European Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Art Deco Dining Chairs, 1920s, Set of 6
Art Deco Dining Chairs, 1920s, Set of 6

Art Deco Dining Chairs, 1920s, Set of 6

By Stol Kamnik

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Rare Art Deco dining chairs, sewed-cane seat and back Material: wood, sewed cane Period: 1920s

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Antique 1820s Slovenian Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood, Bentwood

1920-1930'S OLD HICKORY SET OF SIX  DINNING CHAIRS
1920-1930'S OLD HICKORY SET OF SIX  DINNING CHAIRS

1920-1930'S OLD HICKORY SET OF SIX DINNING CHAIRS

Located in Los Angeles, CA

SET OF SIX OLD HICKORY CHAIRS IN A NATURAL BROWN STAINED PATINA-TWO ARM CHAIRS AND FOUR REGULAR

Category

Vintage 1930s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hickory

Eugene Printz attr. Set of 12 French Coromandel Wood Dining Chairs 1920s
Eugene Printz attr. Set of 12 French Coromandel Wood Dining Chairs 1920s

Eugene Printz attr. Set of 12 French Coromandel Wood Dining Chairs 1920s

By Eugene Printz

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a phenomenal set of twelve side dining chairs, made of coromandel wood

Category

Vintage 1920s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

1920s French Oak Dining Chairs, Set of Six
1920s French Oak Dining Chairs, Set of Six

1920s French Oak Dining Chairs, Set of Six

Located in High Point, NC

This set of six oak dining chairs from France, circa 1920, combine a rustic silhouette with ornate

Category

Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 12 1920s Oak Upholstered Dining Chairs
Set of 12 1920s Oak Upholstered Dining Chairs

Set of 12 1920s Oak Upholstered Dining Chairs

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Striking set of 12 near pink upholstered dining chairs, circa 1920. Later covered in a cerise

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Victorian Dining Room Chairs

1920s French White Dining Chairs, Set of Six
1920s French White Dining Chairs, Set of Six

1920s French White Dining Chairs, Set of Six

Located in High Point, NC

This set of six wooden dining chairs was made in France, circa 1920. Featuring floral carvings on

Category

Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Hardwood

Set of Ten 1920s Swedish Oak Dining Chairs
Set of Ten 1920s Swedish Oak Dining Chairs

Set of Ten 1920s Swedish Oak Dining Chairs

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Unusual set of ten solid oak dining chairs, circa 1920. Dug out backs, with shaped seat. Very

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Dining Chairs, Circa 1920s
Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Dining Chairs, Circa 1920s

Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Dining Chairs, Circa 1920s

By Romweber Furniture Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of six French Provincial Louis XV style dining chairs By Romweber USA, Circa 1920s

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Vintage 1920s American Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

1920s Bentwood Debrecen Hoop Back Dining Chairs, Harlequin Pair
1920s Bentwood Debrecen Hoop Back Dining Chairs, Harlequin Pair

1920s Bentwood Debrecen Hoop Back Dining Chairs, Harlequin Pair

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920s Bentwood Debrecen Hoop Back Dining Chairs – Harlequin Pair 1920s Bentwood Debrecen Hoop Back

Category

Vintage 1920s European Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1920s Thonet Stamped Original Dining Chairs, Set of Six
1920s Thonet Stamped Original Dining Chairs, Set of Six

1920s Thonet Stamped Original Dining Chairs, Set of Six

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920s Thonet Stamped Original Dining Chairs – Set of Six 1920s Thonet Stamped Original Dining

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Vintage 1920s Austrian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of Six 1920s Chinoiserie French Bamboo Dining Chairs
Set of Six 1920s Chinoiserie French Bamboo Dining Chairs

Set of Six 1920s Chinoiserie French Bamboo Dining Chairs

Located in London, GB

A set of six 1920s Chinoiserie French bamboo dining chairs with rattan woven seats and backs with

Category

Vintage 1920s French Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

1920s Light Elm Chapel, Stacking Dining Chairs, Quantity Available
1920s Light Elm Chapel, Stacking Dining Chairs, Quantity Available

1920s Light Elm Chapel, Stacking Dining Chairs, Quantity Available

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1920s light elm chapel- stacking dining chairs - quantity available 1920s light elm chapel- church

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Vintage 1920s British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Elm

1920s French Set of 10 Oak Neoclassical Dining Chairs
1920s French Set of 10 Oak Neoclassical Dining Chairs

1920s French Set of 10 Oak Neoclassical Dining Chairs

Located in High Point, NC

This 1920s French set of 10 oak dining chairs, including two armchairs, reflects refined

Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Set of 14 1920s Queen Anne Design Dining Chairs
Set of 14 1920s Queen Anne Design Dining Chairs

Set of 14 1920s Queen Anne Design Dining Chairs

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Set of 14 1920s Queen Anne design dining chairs, circa 1920. Set comprises of 12 single chairs

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

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1920s Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 1920s dining chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique 1920s dining chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and glass. Find 1640 antique and vintage 1920s dining chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 45 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. 1920s dining chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of 1920s dining chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Art Deco, mid-century modern and Art Nouveau 1920s dining chairs are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made 1920s dining chairs over the years, but those made by Cassina, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik and Charlotte Perriand are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are 1920s Dining Chairs?

1920s dining chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $5,282, while the lowest priced sells for $78 and the highest can go for as much as $1,000,000.

Finding the Right Dining-room-chairs for You

No matter what your dream dining experience looks like, there is a wide-ranging variety of vintage, new and antique dining room chairs on 1stDibs. Find upholstered dining room chairs, wood dining room chairs and more to outfit any space designated for a good meal, be it in your home or in the great outdoors.

In the early 18th century, most dining room tables and other furniture was designed to look masculine. In America, dining rooms weren’t even much of a concept until the late 1700s, when a space set aside specifically for dining became a part of the construction of homes for the wealthy. Dining room chairs of the era were likely made of walnut or oak. In Europe, neoclassical dining chairs emerged during the 1750s owing to nostalgia for classical antiquity, while the curving chair crests of Queen Anne furniture in the United States preceded the artistically bold seat backs that characterized the Chippendale chairs that followed. If there weren't enough dining chairs at suppertime in the American colonies, men were prioritized and women stood.

In the dining rooms of today, however, there is enough space for everyone to have a seat at the table. Modern styles introduce innovative design choices that play with shape and style. Icons of mid-century modern dining room chairs are plentiful: With its distinctive bentwood back, there is the DCW dining chair by Charles and Ray Eames, while Hans Wegner's timeless classic, the Wishbone chair, remains relevant and elegant decades after its debut. Stefano Giovannoni's White Rabbit dining chairs, in their lovable polyethylene biomorphism, reinvent what dining can look like.

Today's wide range of dining room chairs also means that they can now be styled in different ways, bringing functionality and fun to any sumptuous dining space. No longer do tables have to be accompanied by a matching set of seats. Skillfully mixing and matching colors and designs allows you to showcase your personality without sacrificing the cohesion of a given space.

By furnishing your dining room with cozy chairs — vintage, antique or otherwise — family time can extend far beyond mealtime. The plush upholstery of Victorian-style dining room chairs is perfect for game nights that stretch from dinner to midnight snack. Outdoor tables and dining chairs can also present an excellent opportunity for bonding and eating — what goes better with a delicious meal than fresh air, anyway?

Whether you prefer your chairs streamlined and stackable or ornate and one of a kind, the offerings on 1stDibs will elevate your mealtime and beyond.

Questions About 1920s 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between dining chairs and accent chairs is primarily their function. Generally, dining chairs are used in dining areas, where they provide comfortable seating for people to use while eating at tables. You'll normally find accent chairs in seating areas and other parts of the home, where users can sit on them while they read, make conversation or enjoy other relaxing activities. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What the head dining chairs are called varies. With many dining room sets, the chairs designed to go at the heads or ends of the tables are flanked by arms. As a result, people often refer to them as dining armchairs or dining end chairs. If the chairs lack arms, they're usually described as end chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Yes, it may be worth recovering dining chairs. If the upholstery on your chairs is worn or stained, but the frames are in good condition, recovering them can restore their appearance and allow you to continue using your furniture for more years. However, there may be some downsides to recovering. Sometimes, the material and labor costs may be more than what you might pay for new chairs. Recovering some vintage or antique dining chairs may also diminish their value. If your chairs are vintage or antique, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or antique dealer to learn about the potential impact of replacing the fabric before you proceed with the recovery process. It is also a good idea to get estimates from a few professional furniture repairers to see how much the project will cost. Shop a large 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is antique, first look for markings that can help you identify the maker. You will normally find these under the seat. By using information published on trusted online resources, you can research the markings to learn who made the chair and when the maker was active. Any dining chair made 100 years ago or earlier is an antique. Another way to identify antique chairs is to examine their details closely. Most antique dining chairs are handmade, so you can expect to see subtle tool markings and slight irregularities. A lack of these characteristics may indicate that a dining chair is machine-made and less likely to be an antique. For assistance with dating your dining chairs, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    Many furniture lovers feel that leather dining chairs are worth it. Due to its natural beauty, leather can elevate dining rooms and add interest to interior designs by bringing in a new texture. Leather is also fairly easy to wipe clean, and top-grain and full-grain upholstery often hold up well to the effects of frequent use. Keep in mind that other factors contribute to the overall quality of a chair, such as its frame materials and construction methods. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of leather dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    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 ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is good quality, first push on the backrest. Wobbling or creaking may indicate that a chair is poorly made. Next, look over every visible part of the frame. Good-quality dining chairs should display even finishes and tight-fitting joints. If the chair has upholstery, examine it for any gaps or wrinkles, which may suggest poor craftsmanship. Find a large selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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.