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Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Walnut and Brass, 1940s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Walnut and Brass, 1940s
Additional Information:
Material: Walnut
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Oak and Woven Cane by Arne Vodder, 1951
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Oak and Woven Cane by Arne Vodder, 1951
Additional Information:
Material
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cane
Matteo Grassi - 8 dining chairs
By Matteo Grassi
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Italian design by Matteo Grassi
Late 80’s dining chairs in white and grey leather on four black
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
Vintage Milo Baughman Thin Line Set of 8 Dining Chairs for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Milo Baughman Thin Line Set of 8 Dining Chairs for Thayer Coggin.
Dimensions are of the
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Solid Pine by Göran Malmvall, 1940's
By Goran Malmvall
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Solid Pine by Göran Malmvall, 1940's
Additional Information:
Material
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Pine
Antique Set of 8 Dining Chairs
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A handsome set of 8 Regency lyre back mahogany dining chairs with reeded legs; good large size
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Hollywood Regency Design Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Belgo Chrom, 1970's
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Postmodern Design Hollywood Regency Style set of 8 dining chairs by Belgo Chrom. Attributed
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Gold Plate
H 44.89 in W 18.51 in D 19.3 in
mid century modern set of 8 dining chairs by Victor Bramwell Wilkins for G plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
Iconic vintage mid century modern set of 8 dining chairs by Victor Bramwell Wilkins for G plan
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
H 30 in W 19.5 in D 20 in
Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Savvaerk, Sweden 1970's
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Scandinavian Design set of 8 Dining Chairs by Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Savvaerk. Made
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Pine
H 32.68 in W 17.92 in D 17.72 in
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Blonde Wood and Leather Upholstery.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Blonde Wood and Leather Upholstery -
These chairs are the perfect
Category
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fruitwood
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Rosewood and Woven Cane by Steffan Syrach-Larsen, 1960
By Steffen Syrach-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Solid Rosewood and Woven Cane by Steffan Syrach-Larsen, 1960
Additional
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Cane
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Mid-Century Set of 8 Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
A set of eight rush and beech dining chairs, in the manner of Charlotte Perriand.
Spain, Mid 20th
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Beech
Monteverdi Young Set of 8 Dining Chairs
By Maurice Bailey
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful set of 8 wooden base dining chairs with vinyl seats and back rest. This chairs are
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Regency Mahogany Set Of 8 Dining Chairs
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A fine set of eight Regency mahogany dining chairs consisting six singles and two carvers having
Category
Antique 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Otto Gerdau Set of 8 Dining Chairs with Basket-Weave Leather Seats and Black
Located in Dallas, TX
The otto Gerdan set of 8 dining chairs with basket-weave leather seats and black ladder back from
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
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
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Metallic Frame
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary chair with four legs in metal. Seat and backrest upholstered in faux leather. Elegant
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Milo Baughman Set of 8 Dining Chairs, c. 1986
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Super sleek and sexy set of eight dining arm chairs model #1277 by the iconic Mid-Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Set of 8 dining chairs Le Arcs by Charlotte Perriand.
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Set of 8 "Le Arcs" chair in steel and patinated leather. Charlotte Perriand / Cassina
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
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
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Fratelli Podestà, 8 Dining Chairs ''Campanino 900'' Model, Chiavari, 1950s
By Fratelli Podestà
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A beautiful and rare set of eight dining chairs ''Campanino 900'' model, manufactured by Fratelli
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Beech
H 33.67 in W 14.97 in D 16.15 in
Set of 8 Dining Chair With Arms Offered In COM
Located in New York, NY
, walnut stain color, or lacquered in any RAL color.
This chair is available in COM upon request
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Fabric, Upholstery
Set of 8 Dining Chairs Louis XV Style in Copper Clad, Club Chair by P. Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Louis XV set of 8 dining chairs is designed by the renowned designer Paul Mathieu. He chose the
Category
2010s Indian Louis XV Chairs
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal, Copper
H 33 in W 27 in D 26 in
Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Axel Einar Hjorth for NK
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Long Island City, NY
Eight dining chairs designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet in 1928. Model "Charlies
Category
Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Elegant Set of 8 Dining Chairs 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Set of 8 beautifully made dining chairs model 4208 in walnut with new dark blue leather upholstery
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Green Velvet Upholstered 8 Dining Chairs with Gold Color Meta Detail
Located in New York, NY
Velvet Upholstered dining chair featuring a sculptural curved back with tufted padding to achieve
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 36.62 in W 20.08 in D 24.02 in
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
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Atmosphere Grey Velvet/Natural Oak
Located in New York, NY
Very comfortable and sturdy, the right size and firmness with curved back for greater support.
Upholstered in atmosphere grey velvet. It has a very soft alpaca wool look and feel.
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Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Maison Jansen, France, C. 1940
By Maison Jansen
Located in Palm Beach, FL
With painted, distressed wood and leather seats.
? Height ? 37"
? Width ? 20"
? Depth ? 19"
Category
Vintage 1940s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of 8 dining chairs by Rob & Dries van den Berghe, 1980s
By Bob & Dries Van Den Berghe
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Elegant, sculptural high back dining chairs by Vanden Berghe Pauvers.
The chairs are in overal
Category
Vintage 1980s Belgian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of 8 dining chairs by Rob & Dries van den Berghe, 1980s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Elegant, sculptural high back dining chairs by Vanden Berghe Pauvers.
Beautiful timeless design
Category
Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Benoît, Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Robert Guillerme & Jacques Chambron, France
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Brussels, BE
Beautiful set of 8 oak dining chairs.
The seat in straw caning.
Entirely assembled in the
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 34.65 in W 16.93 in D 18.12 in
Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Rob & Dries Van Den Berghe, 1980s
By Bob & Dries Van Den Berghe
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Elegant bentwood dining chairs by Rob & Dries Van den Berghe - (Van Den Berghe Pauvers furniture
Category
Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
8 Dining Chairs by Pierre Cardin , France 1970’s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in PÉZENAS, FR
magnificent series of 8 chairs by Pierre Cardin, 1970 edition
the typical fabrics of the Cardin
Category
Mid-20th Century Chairs
Materials
Textile, Beech
8 Dining Chairs Attr. to René Prou, France, 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Chic set of eight high-backed dining chairs with shapely and elegant apron and legs. Upholstered in
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Side Chairs
Stunning Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Tomlinson, 1955 - Choice of Lacquer Color
By Tomlinson
Located in Atlanta, GA
lacquer. Expert custom upholstery service is available.
A stunning set of eight ( 8 ) maple dining chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Maple
H 35 in W 23 in D 20 in
Set of 8 dining chairs by Rob & Dries van den Berghe, 1980s - set of 8
By Van den Berghe-Pauvers 1
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Elegant, sculptural high back dining chairs by Vanden Berghe Pauvers wtih black ebonized wooden
Category
Vintage 1980s Belgian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 44.1 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in
Set Of 8 Dining Chairs Made In Rosewood By Henry W. Klein From 1960s
By Bramin Mobler, Henry W Klein
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of eight dining table chairs is a splendid example of Danish furniture art from the 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Guido Chiappe set of 8 dining chairs made of beech and rope, Chiavari, 1950s
By Chiavari
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A rare set of eight dining chairs was produced in Chiavari during the 1950s by the renowned
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rope, Beech
H 35.04 in W 15.75 in D 16.15 in
French Set of 8 Dining Chairs Elaborately Carved w/Shield-Shaped Backs, Mid-20th
Located in Atlanta, GA
eight shied-back chairs are ready to make an elegant statement about your dining room table.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 44.75 in W 27.5 in D 28 in
Chic Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, circa 1960
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 32.5 in W 22 in D 20 in
All Arms - Chic Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent unique set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 32.5 in W 24 in D 20 in
8 Dining Chairs with Leather Button Backs, 2 Carvers and 6 Standard Chairs
Located in London, GB
A set of 8 mahogany dining chairs upholstered in green leather with Chesterfield style buttoned
Category
Late 20th Century English Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 41.5 in W 26 in D 26.5 in
Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Axel Larsson for Balzar Beskow, 1970
By Axel Larsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful set of eight 1970s dining chairs by Axel Larsson for Balzar Beskow, with arms, in birch
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Hemp, Birch
Borge Rammeskov Set of 8 Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs, c1960s
By Børge Rammeskov, Sibast
Located in London, GB
Borge Rammeskov - Set of 8 Dining Chairs, c1960s
Set of 8 dining chairs with beautifully grained
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Chic Set of 8 Lacquered Dining Chairs
Located in Bronx, NY
Chic set of 8 dining chairs in black lacquer with padded seat panels. The chairs are in very good
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Fine French Art Deco Dining Table by Jules Leleu ( 8 dining chairs available)
By Jules Leleu
Located in Long Island City, NY
details. Signed
Length with the 2 matching end leaves is 107 3/4"
8 original dining chairs are also
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 28.35 in W 74.41 in D 39.38 in
Set of 8 Dining Room Chairs by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Set of 8 dining chairs in gilt "Bamboo" style metal with seating cushions upholstered with a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
1950s Set of 8 Danish Leather Dining Chairs by Anders Jensen
By Neils O. Möller
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Anders Jensen. Teak wood frames with original green leather. Denmark
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
A set of 8 Dining Chairs in Oak and Lambswool, Danish Modern, Kaj Gottlob, 1950s
By A. J. Iversen, Kaare Klint, Kaj Gottlob, Jacob Kjaer
Located in Odense, DK
A rare set of 8 classic dining chairs, attributed to Kaj Gottlob for Fritz Hansen. Made in the 1940
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
H 32.68 in W 21.26 in D 21.26 in
Oak and Olive Burl Dining Table w/ 2 Leaves - 8 Dining Chairs by Thomasville
By Thomasville
Located in Asheville, NC
sturdy and durable.
Dining Chair Details:
Dimensions: 22.5”x20”x40.5”H
Seat Height: 20”
This
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Upholstery, Oak, Burl
Harvey Probber Style Cantilevered Dining Chair in Red Velvet
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
Vibrant and excellent quality set of 8 dining chairs in a cut velvet.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Yngve Ekström Dining Chairs Model Knockdown Produced in Sweden
By Yngve Ekström
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of 8 dining chairs ‘Knockdown’ designed by Yngve Ekström. Produced in Sweden.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Frits Henningsen Dining Chairs by Cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen in Denmark
By Frits Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of 8 dining chairs designed by Frits Henningsen. Produced by cabinetmaker Frits Henningsen
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 31.89 in W 18.9 in D 19.69 in
Vintage Carved Wood Nailhead Dining Chairs - Set of 8
Located in west palm beach, FL
Gorgeous set of 8 dining chairs, two with arms and six side chairs all with intricate carving shell
Category
Early 20th Century Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Ib Kofod-Larsen Dining Chairs Produced by Seffle Möbelfabrik in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of 8 dining chairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by Seffle Möbelfabrik in Sweden.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 28.35 in W 20.48 in D 20.08 in
Set of 8 Mid century danish modern oak dining chairs
By Børge Mogensen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 8 Mid century danish modern oak dining chairs. Solid oak frames with red Corded cut velvet
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
Henry Rosengren Hansen Dining Chairs Model 39 Produced by Brande Møbelfabrik
By Henry Rosengren Hansen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare set of 8 dining chairs model 39 designed by Henry Rosengren Hansen. Produced by Brande
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 29.53 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Helge Vestergaard Jensen Dining Chairs Produced by P. Jensen & Co. Cabinetmakers
By Helge Vestergaard-Jensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare set of 8 dining chairs designed by Helge Vestergaard Jensen. Produced by P. Jensen & Co
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
H 37.01 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Set of 8 mahogany George I dining chairs
Located in Salisbury, GB
George I style set of 8 dining chairs, purchased from a Georgian property in the Cathedral city of
Category
Antique Early 1900s English George I Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
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8 Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of 8 dining chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique 8 dining chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. Find 30039 antique and vintage 8 dining chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 2080 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of 8 dining chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern 8 dining chairs are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made 8 dining chairs over the years, but those made by Niels Otto Møller, Hans J. Wegner and Kai Kristiansen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are 8 Dining Chairs?
Prices for 8 dining chairs start at $1 and top out at $450,000 with the average selling for $3,787.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About 8 Dining Chairs
- What is a dining chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A 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, 2021Dining tables that seat 8 can range in size but are typically between 72 inches and 96 inches long. Often you can squeeze 10 people with the longer measurements.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Dining 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.
- What is a carver dining chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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, 2023The 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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, 2023Whether 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, your dining room table and chairs do not need to match. Coordinated colors and styles can add visual flair to a space, and is a great way to show off your personal style. Shop a collection of dining room tables and chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The seat of a dining room chair is typically 18 inches from the floor and 16 to 20 inches wide.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021To pick a fabric for dining room chairs, one should consider durable, easy to maintain or stain-resistant materials. While choosing a fabric is a personal choice, the most commonly preferred upholstery materials include cotton and linen — both are prone to staining, however — as well as leather and synthetic fabrics such as polyester. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dining chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To protect your woven dining chairs, try a fabric protection spray designed for the specific type of material. Follow the application directions printed on the bottle for best results. Also, wipe your chairs clean after every meal with a slightly damp cloth to reduce the risk of stains. On 1stDibs, find a range of woven dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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, 2021Choosing 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, 2022The 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, 2022Dining 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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best fabric for dining room chairs is really a matter of preference. Those who are looking for maximum durability should opt for a smooth synthetic fabric that is liquid repellant. Shop dining room chairs in a variety of fabrics on 1stDibs.
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