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Thonet Dining Chairs, Set of Ten, Perennials Performance Fabric, 1980s
By Thonet
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful set of 10 Thonet bentwood dining chairs. Chairs have a padded seat and back. Great
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

1 of 2 Thonet Dining Chair #214, Bentwood, Vintage, Austria
By Debrecen Bentwood Furniture Company
Located in Hannover, DE
Thonet Bentwood chair. Model 214. New production approx. 2000s-2010s. Displayed price is for 1
Category

2010s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Bentwood No. 14 dining chair
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Bentwood cane Thonet No. 14 dining chair in vintage condition (well preserved) with new cane seat
Category

Vintage 1980s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Bentwood No. 14 dining chair
Bentwood No. 14 dining chair
H 33.86 in W 16.93 in D 20.08 in
1890s Bentwood Debrecen Single Dining Chair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1890?s Bentwood Debrecen Single Dining Chair 1890?s Bentwood Debrecen Single Dining Chair. It is
Category

Vintage 1950s European Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1890s Bentwood Debrecen Single Dining Chair
1890s Bentwood Debrecen Single Dining Chair
H 30.32 in W 23.63 in D 18.51 in
Bentwood dining chair by Löbl Wieisskirchen
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bentwood dining chair by Löbl Wieisskirchen professionally stained and repolished.
Category

Antique Early 1900s Czech Jugendstil Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Salvatore Leone Bentwood Dining Chairs
By Salvatore Leone
Located in Denton, TX
Beautiful set of four bentwood dining chairs by Italian designer Salvatore Leone. Two tone staining
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

Salvatore Leone Bentwood Dining Chairs
Salvatore Leone Bentwood Dining Chairs
H 36.13 in W 16.25 in D 17.75 in
Set of Six Bentwood Arm Dining Chairs
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Miami, FL
Set of Six Bentwood Arm Dining Chairs In the style of Thonet. Seats have been recently
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Bentwood

Set of Six Bentwood Arm Dining Chairs
Set of Six Bentwood Arm Dining Chairs
H 30 in W 23 in D 18.5 in
Set of Four Designer Dining Chairs, Bentwood
Located in Miami, FL
Set of Four Designer Dining Chairs. Bentwood seats and backs. Interesting design, matching dining
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Birch, Bentwood

1970's Bentwood Honey Beech Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970’s Bentwood honey beech bentwood dining chairs – set of four 1970’s Bentwood honey beech
Category

Vintage 1970s European Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1970's Bentwood Honey Beech Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970’s Bentwood honey beech bentwood dining chairs – set of six 1970’s Bentwood honey beech
Category

Vintage 1970s European Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Six Bentwood Walnut Dining Chairs
By Lane Furniture
Located in Denton, TX
One arm chair and five side chairs complete this set of six . Bent walnut plywood with architechual
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak, Walnut

Six Bentwood Walnut Dining Chairs
Six Bentwood Walnut Dining Chairs
H 38 in W 22.75 in D 24.5 in
Set of 6 westnofa bentwood dining chairs Norway
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 6 westnofa black Lacquer bentwood dining chairs made in Norway. Great all original set of
Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Boho Chic Bentwood Rattan Chippendale Style Dining Chairs
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional set of 4 vintage bohemian bentwood rattan Chippendale style dining chairs. Feature a
Category

Vintage 1980s American Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Bentwood

1910's Bentwood Dining Chairs, Mundus, Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1910’s bentwood dining chairs – mundus – set of six 1910’s bentwood dining chairs – mundus – set
Category

Vintage 1910s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950s Luterma Blonde Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Three
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s Luterma Blonde Bentwood Dining Chairs – Set Of Three 1950s Luterma Blonde Bentwood Dining
Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1940's, Bentwood Debrecen Moustache Back Dining Chairs, Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s Bentwood Debrecen moustache back dining chairs – pair 1940’s Bentwood Debrecen moustache
Category

Vintage 1940s Hungarian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950s Bentwood Debrecen Dining Chairs, Harlequin Set of Ten
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s Bentwood Debrecen Dining Chairs – Harlequin Set Of Ten 1950s Bentwood Debrecen Dining Chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s Hungarian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950's Bentwood Debrecen Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Bentwood Debrecen dining chairs – Set of eight 1950’s Bentwood Debrecen dining chairs – Set
Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950s Bentwood Debrecen Blonde Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s Bentwood Debrecen Blonde Dining Chairs – Set Of Six 1950s Bentwood Debrecen Blonde Dining
Category

Vintage 1950s European Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of Four Art Nouveau Bentwood Dining Chairs
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood walnut stained with upholstered seat (fabric designed by Josef Hoffmann), made in
Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech, Bentwood

Set of Four Art Nouveau Bentwood Dining Chairs
Set of Four Art Nouveau Bentwood Dining Chairs
H 35.44 in W 16.15 in D 16.93 in
1960s Set of 6 Bentwood Dining Chairs, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered. - Wooden parts have been repolished. - sturdy and stable. - Measure: height of seat 48 cm.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Fabric

Pair of Bentwood High Back Dining Chairs by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Pair of beech bentwood high back dining chairs. Signed by Thonet, 1987. Style Arts & Crafts, Art
Category

Vintage 1980s Austrian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Beautiful Bentwood Dining Chairs, in the Style of Thonet
By Paul McCobb, Thonet
Located in Miami, FL
9 beautiful European bentwood dining chairs. Ready for a new home.
Category

Vintage 1970s Slovak Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

1950's Bentwood Debrecen Dining Arm Chairs - Set Of Eight.
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Bentwood Debrecen Dining Arm Chairs – Set Of Eight. 1950’s Bentwood Debrecen Dining Arm
Category

Vintage 1950s European Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of Four Beautiful Bentwood Kitchen Dining Chairs, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Miami, FL
4 beautiful European dining chairs with bentwood seats and backs. Great for the Kitchen.
Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

1940's Fischel Provence Bentwood Dining Chairs - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s Fischel Provence Bentwood Dining Chairs – Set Of Four 1940’s Fischel Provence Bentwood
Category

Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1940's Fischel Stamped Bentwood Dining Chairs - Good Quantity Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s Fischel Stamped Bentwood Dining Chairs – Good Quantity Available 1940’s Fischel Stamped
Category

Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1960s French Baumann Bentwood Dove Dining Chair, Set of Four
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960s French Baumann bentwood dove dining chair, set of four 1960s French Baumann bentwood dove
Category

Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Vintage Set of Bentwood Dining Chairs from France, circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Set Of Bentwood Dining Chairs From France, circa 1950. Nice models in the manner of Thonet
Category

Vintage 1950s European Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950s Luterma Ebony Oak Bentwood Dining Chair, Set of Eight
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s Luterma Ebony Oak bentwood dining chair – set of eight 1950s luterma ebony oak bentwood
Category

Vintage 1950s European Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1960’s Saddle Back Bentwood Dining Chair – Set Of Thirteen
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s Saddle Back Bentwood Dining Chair – Set Of Thirteen 1970’s Saddle Back Bentwood Dining Chair
Category

Vintage 1960s European Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950's Bentwood Debrecen Dining Chairs, Set of Eight '1683.6'
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Bentwood Debrecen dining chairs – Set of eight (1683.6) 1950’s Bentwood Debrecen dining
Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of Four Bentwood Dining Chairs Attributed to Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
Bentwood chairs as Thonet No 20. New canning on all chairs. Four pieces available Delivery time 3
Category

Antique Early 1900s Czech Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood, Cane

1950s Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair, Tonal, Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair – Tonal – Set Of Six 1950s Baumann Bentwood Bistro
Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950s Baumann Blonde Bentwood Café Dining Chair, Set of Seven
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s Baumann Blonde Bentwood Café Dining Chair – Set Of Seven 1950s Baumann Blonde Bentwood Café
Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1960's Bentwood Dining Chair By Ton - Various Quantities Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s Bentwood Dining Chair By Ton – Various Quantities Available 1960’s Bentwood Dining Chair By
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1960's Bentwood Dining Chair by Ton, Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s Bentwood dining chair by Ton – Set of six 1960’s Bentwood dining chair by Ton – Set of six
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1960's Bentwood Dining Chair by Ton, Set of Six
1960's Bentwood Dining Chair by Ton, Set of Six
H 32.29 in W 16.54 in D 15.75 in
1960's Bentwood Dining Chair by Ton, Set of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s Bentwood dining chair by Ton – Set of four 1960’s Bentwood dining chair by Ton – Set of
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1960's Bentwood Dining Chair by Ton, Set of Four
1960's Bentwood Dining Chair by Ton, Set of Four
H 32.29 in W 16.54 in D 15.75 in
Bentwood dining room chair no.33 by J&J Kohn
By Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bentwood dining room chair no.33 by J&J Kohn professionally stained and repolished with new rattan
Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Bentwood

Bentwood dining room chair no.33 by J&J Kohn
Bentwood dining room chair no.33 by J&J Kohn
H 37.8 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
1930s Luterma Embossed Seat Bentwood Dining Chair, Set of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1930’s Luterma Embossed seat bentwood dining chair - set of four. The process of steam bending
Category

Vintage 1930s Estonian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Classic Set 6 Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Bistro Dining Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic set 6 Thonet Bentwood Dining /Bistro chairs, model # 18.Labeled Made in Czechoslovakia.Nuce
Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Thonet Style Bentwood Ebonised Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Berkhamsted, GB
This glorious set of six Thonet-inspired bentwood dining chairs is an eye-catching sight, boasting
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Thonet Style Bentwood Ebonised Chairs
Thonet Style Bentwood Ebonised Chairs
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 23.63 in
Set of 4 Rosewood bentwood dining chairs with black upholstery
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of (4) Danish modern dining chairs In the style of Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Rosewood
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Bentwood

1890s Bentwood Debrecen Single Dining Chair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1890?s Bentwood Debrecen Single Dining Chair 1890’s Bentwood Debrecen Elegant Single Dining Chair
Category

Antique 1890s European Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1890s Bentwood Debrecen Single Dining Chair
1890s Bentwood Debrecen Single Dining Chair
H 30.71 in W 15.75 in D 16.15 in
1970's Bentwood Honey Beech Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Fifteen
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970’s Bentwood honey beech bentwood dining chairs – set of fifteen 1970’s Bentwood honey beech
Category

Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of Four Art Nouveau Bentwood Cafe Bistro Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Assembled set of four art nouveau period bentwood cafe bistro dining chairs by Mundus for Thonet
Category

20th Century European Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Early 20th Century French Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Four
By Thonet
Located in High Point, NC
This set of early 20th-century dining chairs was crafted in France. The rounded sculptural
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Bentwood

1940’s Bentwood Debrecen Fan Back Dining Chairs – Light Oak Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s Bentwood Debrecen Fan Back Dining Chairs – Light Oak Pair 1940’s Bentwood Debrecen Fan Back
Category

Vintage 1940s European Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950's Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair - Honey - Set O Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair – Honey – Set O Four 1950’s Baumann Bentwood Bistro
Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950's Baumann Bentwood Tri Back Dining Chair - Bleached - Various Qty
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Baumann Bentwood Tri Back Dining Chair – Bleached – Various Quantities Available 1950’s
Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1940’s Bentwood Debrecen Classic Back Dining Chairs – Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s Bentwood Debrecen Classic Back Dining Chairs – Set Of Four 1940’s Bentwood Debrecen Classic
Category

Vintage 1940s European Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Pair of Josef Hoffman for Thonet Prague Bentwood Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare pair of No. 811 Thonet chairs or Prague chairs designed by Josef Hoffman. The chairs feature
Category

20th Century Polish Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Dining Chairs, Bentwood, M 17, High Back, 1 of 6
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Bentwood cane back chairs N. 17. Period: 1960s Materials: bentwood, cane Colour: clear
Category

Vintage 1960s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood, Bentwood

Dining Chairs, Bentwood, M 17, High Back, 1 of 6
Dining Chairs, Bentwood, M 17, High Back, 1 of 6
H 44.49 in W 17.33 in D 16.93 in
Midcentury Set of 5 Thonet High Back Bentwood Dining Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Set of 5 !!!!! Thonet high back bentwood beech chairs. Solid and stabile. Signed. Fabric can be
Category

Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950's Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair - Honey - Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining chair – Honey – Set Of Six 1950’s Baumann Bentwood Bistro
Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950s French Baumann Blonde Beech Bentwood Dining Chairs, Various Quantities A
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s French Baumann Blonde Beech Bentwood Dining Chairs – Various Quantities Available 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1960's French Baumann Bentwood Dove Dining Chair, Set of Six
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s French Baumann bentwood dove dining chair – set of six 1960’s French Baumann bentwood dove
Category

Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950's Baumann Bentwood Tri Back Bistro Dining chair - Honey - Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Baumann Bentwood Tri Back Bistro Dining chair – Honey – Pair 1950’s Baumann Bentwood Bistro
Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950's Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair - Honey - Set O Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair – Honey – Set Of Four 1950’s Baumann Bentwood Bistro
Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Vintage Baumann 83 Parisian Bistro Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By W. Baumann & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Baumann 83 Parisian Bistro Bentwood Dining Chairs - Set of 6. Item features (6) side chairs
Category

Vintage 1970s Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

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Bentwood Dining Chairs Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of bentwood dining chairs chairs available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique bentwood dining chairs chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, bentwood and fabric. Find 1906 antique and vintage bentwood dining chairs chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 23 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Bentwood dining chairs chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. mid-century modern, Art Nouveau and modern bentwood dining chairs chairs are consistently popular styles. Bentwood dining chairs chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Thonet, Baumann France and Josef Hoffmann are consistently popular.

How Much are Bentwood Dining Chairs Chairs?

Prices for bentwood dining chairs chairs start at $63 and top out at $90,000 with the average selling for $1,800.

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 Bentwood Dining Chairs Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A bentwood chair is a chair made out of wood that has been steamed and formed into its desired shape. The iconic No. 14 chair made by Thonet is a well-know chair made in this technique. There are many bentwood chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Bentwood Chair was made by German-Austrian cabinetmaker Michael Thonet in the mid-19th century. His design is still popular with interior designers and homeowners worldwide. Shop a collection of Bentwood chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Dining 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, 2022
    No, 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, 2021
    To 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, 2023
    To 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, 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.