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Michael Thonet N. 14 Bistro Dining Chair, Austria
By Michael Thonet, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic N. 14 Bistro dining chair or side chair designed by Michael Thonet, rendered in black
Category
2010s Austrian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Wood, Beech, Bentwood, Paint
Michael Thonet N. 14 Bistro Dining Chair, Austria
By Michael Thonet, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic N. 14 Bistro dining chair or side chair designed by Michael Thonet, rendered in black
Category
2010s Austrian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Wood, Beech, Bentwood, Paint
Michael Thonet N. 14 Bistro Dining Chair, Austria
By Michael Thonet, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic N. 14 Bistro dining chair or side chair designed by Michael Thonet, rendered in black
Category
2010s Austrian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Wood, Beech, Bentwood, Paint
Vintage Boho Chic Bentwood Cafe Bistro Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vintage bentwood cafe Bistro dining chairs - Set of 4. Set includes (4) chairs, round seats with
Category
Vintage 1980s Polish Bohemian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Antique Michael Thonet #4 Bentwood & Cane Cafe Daum Bistro Dining Chair - a Pair
By Michael Thonet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Michael Thonet #4 Bentwood & Cane Cafe Daum Bistro Dining Chair - a Pair. Circa early 20th
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
H 36 in W 17 in D 22 in
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
Pair of Bistro Dining Chairs Baumann France Midcentury, circa 1950
By Baumann France
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of midcentury French Bistro dining chairs by Baumann, circa 1950
With original label still
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
Vintage Metal Thonet Bentwood Austrian Style Bistro Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Metal Thonet Bentwood Austrian style Bistro dining chairs - set of 4. Item features metal
Category
Late 20th Century North American Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
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 French Baumann Honey Bistro Dining Chair, Set of Eight
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s French Baumann Honey Bistro Dining Chair – Set Of Eight
1950s French Baumann Honey Bistro
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
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 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
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
1970's Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair, Round Seat, Set of Eight
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970’s Baumann bentwood bistro dining chair – round seat – set of eight
1950’s Baumann bentwood
Category
Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 17.33 in
Gallo Iron Works Wrought Iron Yellow Vinyl Modern Bistro Dining Chair, Set of 4
By Gallo Original Iron Works 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gallo Original Iron Works wrought iron yellow Vinyl Modern Bistro dining chair - set of 4. Item
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 35 in W 17 in D 22 in
1950's Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair, Single Bar Back, Set of Six
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Baumann bentwood bistro dining chair – single bar back – set of six
1950’s Baumann
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 32.29 in W 16.93 in D 16.15 in
Whitewashed Oak Bistro Dining Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French bistro-style whitewashed oak bentwood dining chair, with a padded woven caned seat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Four Bistro Dining Chairs Baumann Beech and Skai France Midcentury, circa 1950
By Baumann France
Located in Labrit, Landes
Four midcentury French Bistro dining chairs by Baumann, circa 1950
With original labels and marks
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Faux Leather
H 31.11 in W 15.75 in D 17.13 in
Victorian Style Blue Wrought Iron Small Garden Bistro Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Small Vintage French Victorian Style Blue Wrought Iron Garden Bistro dining chairs - Set of 4. Item
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 32.5 in W 15.5 in D 18 in
Extremely Rare set 12 J & J Kohn Bentwood Bistro Dining Chairs
Located in Seaford, GB
We are very pleased to be able to offer an extremely rare set of 12 Bentwood Bistro Dining Chairs
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
1950's Original Yellow French Tolix Wood Seat Metal Bistro Dining Chair - Large
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Original Yellow French Tolix Wood Seat Metal Bistro Dining Chair – Large Quantities
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 32.29 in W 16.93 in D 19.3 in
1950's Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair - Deep Back - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair – Deep Back – Set Of Four
1950’s Baumann Bentwood
Category
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 32.29 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
Pair of Thonet Bentwood Cafe Bistro Dining Chairs
By Michael Thonet
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Only 2 available, price is per chair. Bentwood cafe chairs sold in a set of 2. Chairs all match
Category
Vintage 1960s Romanian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
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
Set of 8 Italian Leather and Metal Bistro Dining Chairs, Circa 1960
Located in New York, NY
An Italian set of eight black leather and metal bistro chairs/ dining chairs. The chairs are highly
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Mid 20thC French Iron Pierced Seats & Hearts Garden Bistro Dining Chairs
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Mid Century French Iron chairs with pierced seats. Heart shaped backs side chairs
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 33 in W 16 in D 17.5 in
Set of three varying UHL patinated metal cafe bistro dining chairs
By Toledo Metal Furniture Co.
Located in Kleinburg, ON
company was known for its UHL Art Steel line of furniture. The UHL Art Steel line included chairs, stools
Category
Vintage 1920s American Victorian Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair Mid-20th Century Handmade Solid Oak Ladder Back Side Bistro Dining Chairs
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Rustic handmade Oak Side, Bistro or Dining Chairs in the Style of Charlotte Perriand and
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Side Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 35.5 in W 17 in D 14.75 in
Red Velvet And Ebonized Oak Café Dining Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four, mid-century, café bistro dining chairs circa 1940's feature vibrant red velvet
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Oak
SUiTE OF FOUR THONET CIRCA 1930'S AUSTRIAN BISTRO DINING BAR BENTWOOD CHAIRS
By Thonet
Located in GB
original Austrian Thonet Bentwood cafe bistro dining chairs Circa 1930's
Please note the delivery fee
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 34.06 in W 14.97 in D 16.93 in
French Bistro Dining Side Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
French Bistro Dining Side Chair with a stained maple frame and a rattan insert seat. It speaks to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
1950s Baumann Bentwood Saddle Back Dining Chair, Dark Walnut, Set of Fifteen
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair – Dark Walnut – Set Of Fifteen. Classic Beech bistro chair made in France by
Category
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Sets of 2 Solid Bamboo French Bistro Inspired Swivel Dining Chairs
Located in Bronx, NY
Set of 4 Solid Bamboo French Bistro inspired swivel dining Chairs. Great Parisian flair, the curved
Category
Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bamboo
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
6 bistro chairs from Paris
Located in Älvsjö, SE
6 bistro chairs in dark red from a bistro restaurant in Paris.
Very good condition.
The chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
1950's Luterma Bistro Bentwood Dining Chair, Harlequin Set of Seven
By Luterma
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Luterma Bistro Bentwood dining chair – harlequin set of seven
1950’s Luterma Bistro
Category
Vintage 1950s Estonian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
4 Vintage French Country Iron Leopard Print Bistro Patio Dining Arm Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of four vintage patio armchairs. Made of iron featuring French styling with serpentine form, leopard print cushions and brass accents.
Dimensions:
22" x 27" x 32.5" / Seat H...
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 32.5 in W 27 in D 22 in
Pr. French Bistro Cafe Style Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pr. charming French Bistro, Cafe style arm chairs, one in pink, one in blue. The chairs have metal
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Authentic Early 20th Century French Bistro Cafe Dining Set 4 Chairs with a Table
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous 5 pc set from Paris. Bistro set in old yellow paint, 4 Foldup chairs with a Foldup metal
Category
Vintage 1920s French Industrial Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron, Sheet Metal
H 32.5 in W 14.5 in D 15.5 in
Set of 4 Vintage Bistro Chairs, 1950s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Set of 4 bentwooden dining chairs with rattan seats.
The chairs can be either from Thonet or J&J
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
French 1900s Design Bistro Rattan and Wicker Chair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
French Bistro Design rattan and wicker chair composed of a rattan structure, braided wicker back
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Vintage Mustard Leatherette Bentwood Bistro Chairs after Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
tested manner perfected by Thonet, these European bistro chairs feature a beautiful ornamental backrest
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood, Hardwood, Beech, Bentwood
1960s Baumann Dark Oak Bistro Chairs, Set of Five
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960s Baumann Dark Oak Bistro Chairs – Set Of Five
1960s Baumann Dark Oak Bistro Chairs – Set Of
Category
Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Contemporary Bistro Chair No. 18 by TON, Light Beech
By Michael Thonet, TON a.s.
Located in Paris, FR
Chair No. 18
Iconic bistro chair conceived by Michael Thonet in 1869, now produced in the same
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Contemporary Bistro Chair No. 14 by TON, Black Beech
By TON a.s., Michael Thonet
Located in Paris, FR
Chair No. 14
Iconic bistro chair conceived by Michael Thonet in 1869, now produced in the same
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Contemporary Bistro Chair No. 14 by TON, Light Beech
By TON a.s., Michael Thonet
Located in Paris, FR
Chair No. 14
Iconic bistro chair conceived by Michael Thonet in 1869, now produced in the same
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
French Design Metal and Cognac Leather Bistro Style Chair
By Thonet
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Elegant chair, at the manner of the old French bistros, with metal structure and leather seat and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
McGuire Bent Rattan Bistro Loop Back Dining Armchairs, a Set of Four
By McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
back, with inspiration drawn from Thonet's No. 25 bistro chair in the art nouveau style. Chairs have
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rattan, Fabric
Set of 4 Vintage Thonet Bentwood Style Chairs, European Bistro Chairs, 1950s
By Thonet, Thonet-Mundus
Located in Zagreb, HR
Set of four beautiful, wooden Thonet bentwood chairs, in style of the popular model no. 14.
Based
Category
Vintage 1950s European Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
H 35.44 in W 17.33 in D 19.3 in
Set of Six Labeled Thonet No. 14 Bentwood Bistro Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic set of six matching 19th century early Thonet No. 14 konsumstuhl bistro or coffee shop
Category
Antique 19th Century Polish Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Thonet No. 16 Bistro Chair Model by Ton, Czechoslovakia 1960s
By TON a.s., Michael Thonet
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful dining chair after a full restoration. The chair is Thonet No. 16 model, it was produced
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Bohemian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Bentwood
Vintage Salterini Style Wrought Iron Small Garden Patio Bistro Dining Set, 3 Pc
By Salterini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Salterini style wrought iron small garden patio bistro dining set - 3 piece set. Item
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 35 in W 17 in D 18 in
1960's Classic Bentwood Upholstered Upholstered Bistro Chairs - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s Classic Bentwood Upholstered Upholstered Bistro Chairs – Set Of Four
1960’s Classic Bentwood
Category
Vintage 1960s European Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 30.32 in W 17.33 in D 16.15 in
Antique Fischel Bentwood Bistro /Cafe' Chairs, Vienna 1920s. Set of 6
By Michael Thonet, Fischel
Located in Buffalo, NY
Set of six Fischel Vienna dining chairs in bentwood with striped pattern on seat and backrest
Category
Vintage 1920s Czech Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Set of 4 vintage bentwood bistro chairs with Crocodile pattern by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Mortsel, BE
Set of 4 vintage bentwood bistro chairs with Crocodile pattern by Thonet.
Category
Vintage 1920s Polish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 35.44 in W 18.12 in D 14.57 in
French 1900s Design Bistro Rattan and Braided Resin Rattan Effect Outdoor Chair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
French Bistro Design rattan and resin outdoor chair composed of a rattan structure, braided resin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Resin, Wicker, Rattan
H 31.5 in W 23.23 in D 22.05 in
Contemporary Bistro Chair No. 14 by TON, Light Beech and Cane Seat
By Michael Thonet, TON a.s.
Located in Paris, FR
Chair No. 14
Iconic bistro chair conceived by Michael Thonet in 1869, now produced in the same
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Contemporary Bistro Chair No. 14 by Ton, Black Beech and Cane Seat
By Michael Thonet, TON a.s.
Located in Paris, FR
Chair No. 14
Iconic bistro chair conceived by Michael Thonet in 1869, now produced in the same
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Czech Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Dutch Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, oak, The Netherlands, 1940s
These dining chairs not only shows a well-balanced
Category
Vintage 1940s Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
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Bistro Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of bistro dining chairs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct bistro dining chairs — often made from wood, bentwood and natural fiber — can elevate any home. Find 110 antique and vintage bistro dining chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 4 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Bistro dining chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Bistro dining chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Art Nouveau hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Jomaine Baumann, Baumann France and Palecek Furniture each produced beautiful bistro dining chairs that are worth considering.
How Much are Bistro Dining Chairs?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,226, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $8,000 highest priced.
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 Bistro Dining Chairs
- What is a bistro chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A bistro chair is a versatile chair that can be used in cafes, restaurants, bars and even residential homes all around the world. Find a variety of antique and vintage bistro chairs on 1stDibs today.
- Are bistro chairs comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Whether bistro chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find the width of the seat and back make it possible to sit back and relax during a meal or conversation. Find a variety of bistro chairs on 1stDibs.
- What size are bistro chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bistro chairs are traditionally paired with bistro tables, so the chairs are usually standard dining height. Standard dining height can range from 18 to 26 inches tall. You’ll find a large collection of bistro chairs in varying heights on 1stDibs..
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023What French bistro chairs are made of varies. Introduced during the 19th century, many French bistro chairs feature a frame made of aluminum or wrought iron, while the seat cushions and backrests of these furnishings are frequently made of rattan. This type of chair became especially popular in the busy cafes of Paris during the 1920s. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bistro 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.
- 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 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 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 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.
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The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
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Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Riotous Shapes and Colors Have Made Uchronia’s Designs the Toast of Paris
Julien Sebban’s energetic design collective is radically reshaping the look of 21st-century European furniture and interiors.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
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