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Brass Spider Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang
Brass Spider Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

Brass Spider Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

By Zhang Zhoujie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

product and human will be deepened. Brass chair, dining chair.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chairs

Materials

Brass

Brass Spider Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang
Brass Spider Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

Brass Spider Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

By Zhang Zhoujie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

product and human will be deepened. Brass chair, dining chair

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chairs

Materials

Brass

Brass Heart Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang
Brass Heart Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

Brass Heart Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

By Zhang Zhoujie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

product and human will be deepened. Brass chair, dining chair

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chairs

Materials

Brass

Brass Heart Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang
Brass Heart Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

Brass Heart Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

By Zhang Zhoujie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Chairs from the Brass Collection are the second series of objects developed with Endless Forms

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chairs

Materials

Brass

Brass Split Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang
Brass Split Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

Brass Split Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

By Zhang Zhoujie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Chairs from the Brass collection are the second series of objects developed with Endless Forms

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chairs

Materials

Brass

Brass Bow Tie Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang
Brass Bow Tie Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

Brass Bow Tie Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

By Zhang Zhoujie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

product and human will be deepened. Brass chair, dining chair.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chairs

Materials

Brass

Brass Bow Tie Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang
Brass Bow Tie Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

Brass Bow Tie Chair Unique Dining Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

By Zhang Zhoujie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

product and human will be deepened. Brass chair, dining chair

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chairs

Materials

Brass

Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Hardwood Extending Dining Table
Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Hardwood Extending Dining Table

Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Hardwood Extending Dining Table

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Chippendale dining chairs also available. Custom made for a mansion in San Francisco, CA.

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Ribbon Dining Chair By André Fu Living
Ribbon Dining Chair By André Fu Living

Ribbon Dining Chair By André Fu Living

By André Fu

Located in Admiralty, HK

the ribbon chair evokes the dancing profiles of a flying ribbon, with timber legs being hand

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Leather, Ash

Interlock Armless Dining Chair By André Fu Living
Interlock Armless Dining Chair By André Fu Living

Interlock Armless Dining Chair By André Fu Living

By André Fu

Located in Admiralty, HK

Description: Interlock Chair Armless - our signature dining chair with a nod to traditional

Category

2010s Chinese Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Leather, Ash

French Regency Louis XVI Cherry Wood Upholstered Armchairs, Pair
French Regency Louis XVI Cherry Wood Upholstered Armchairs, Pair

French Regency Louis XVI Cherry Wood Upholstered Armchairs, Pair

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of French Regency Louis XVI style armchairs or dining captain chairs Circa Late

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry

Lexington Chinese Chippendale Rattan Side Chairs, Painted, Set of 4
Lexington Chinese Chippendale Rattan Side Chairs, Painted, Set of 4

Lexington Chinese Chippendale Rattan Side Chairs, Painted, Set of 4

By Lexington Furniture 1

Located in Miami, FL

four Lexington Furniture Chinese Chippendale painted rattan dining chairs upholstered with a vintage

Category

20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Foam, Paint, Wood

Dining Fan Chair in Lacquered Wood, Shells & Wool Upholstery by Artempo
Dining Fan Chair in Lacquered Wood, Shells & Wool Upholstery by Artempo

Dining Fan Chair in Lacquered Wood, Shells & Wool Upholstery by Artempo

Located in Geneve, CH

Dining Fan Chair in Lacquered Wood, Shells & Wool Upholstery by Artempo Dimensions: D 52 x W 45 x H

Category

2010s Chinese Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Shell, Wool, Plywood

Vintage Chinese Chippendale Refectory Dining Table with Smoked Glass Table Top
Vintage Chinese Chippendale Refectory Dining Table with Smoked Glass Table Top

Vintage Chinese Chippendale Refectory Dining Table with Smoked Glass Table Top

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

piece came with a very rare set of Chinese Chippendale Cockpen dining chairs which are listed under my

Category

20th Century English Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Vintage Chinese Harwood Chinoiserie Dining Room Set Table 8 Chairs - 9 Pc Set
Vintage Chinese Harwood Chinoiserie Dining Room Set Table 8 Chairs - 9 Pc Set

Vintage Chinese Harwood Chinoiserie Dining Room Set Table 8 Chairs - 9 Pc Set

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Chinese Harwood Chinoiserie Dining Room Set Table 8 Chairs - 9 Pc Set. Listing includes (1

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Rosewood Chairs with Toile Medallion
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Rosewood Chairs with Toile Medallion

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Rosewood Chairs with Toile Medallion

Located in Doylestown, PA

Fine antique Chinese rosewood side or dining chairs with an upholstered Chinoiserie toile medallion

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Organic Form, Plain Black Fiberglass Dining Chair by kar
Organic Form, Plain Black Fiberglass Dining Chair by kar

Organic Form, Plain Black Fiberglass Dining Chair by kar

Located in Geneve, CH

Black Playdough chair by kar Materials: FRP. Dimensions: 37 x 39 x 89 cm. Soft like cotton, with a

Category

2010s Chinese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Pair of Chinese Half-Moons - Center Table and folding traveler's chair
Pair of Chinese Half-Moons - Center Table and folding traveler's chair

Pair of Chinese Half-Moons - Center Table and folding traveler's chair

Located in Linkebeek, BE

joined together to form a round table, making them very versatile. Chinese Early 20th Century Traveller's

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Chinese Table and Eight Chairs in Traditional Taste
Midcentury Chinese Table and Eight Chairs in Traditional Taste

Midcentury Chinese Table and Eight Chairs in Traditional Taste

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a superior quality dining suite from the midcentury of Classic Chinese design, comprising

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Dining Room Sets

Materials

Rosewood

Organic Form, Natural Plain Beige Fiberglass Dining Chair by kar
Organic Form, Natural Plain Beige Fiberglass Dining Chair by kar

Organic Form, Natural Plain Beige Fiberglass Dining Chair by kar

Located in Geneve, CH

White playdough chair by kar Materials: FRP Dimensions: 37 x 39 x 89 cm *This piece is suitable

Category

2010s Chinese Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT HARDWOOD  MOTHER OF PEARL CIRCA 1920's TABLE & CHAIRS SET
ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT HARDWOOD  MOTHER OF PEARL CIRCA 1920's TABLE & CHAIRS SET

ANTIQUE CHINESE EXPORT HARDWOOD MOTHER OF PEARL CIRCA 1920's TABLE & CHAIRS SET

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

antique Chinese Export Circa 1920-1940 Rosewood with ornate Bird & Flowers Mother of Pearl inlaid

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Dining Room Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Asian Rosewood Carved Longevity Extending Dining Table and 8 Chairs
Vintage Asian Rosewood Carved Longevity Extending Dining Table and 8 Chairs

Vintage Asian Rosewood Carved Longevity Extending Dining Table and 8 Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Imported Asian Rosewood Carved Longevity Extending Dining Table and 8 Chairs Intricately

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Sets

Materials

Rosewood

Stunning Asian Hardwood And Mother-of-pearl Inset Dining Table And Eight Chairs
Stunning Asian Hardwood And Mother-of-pearl Inset Dining Table And Eight Chairs

Stunning Asian Hardwood And Mother-of-pearl Inset Dining Table And Eight Chairs

Located in Crawley, GB

inset extending dining table, and eight chairs en suite, 20th century; the table with cleated panel top

Category

Late 20th Century British Chinese Export Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

Set of 6 Chinese Chippendale Style Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Chinese Chippendale Style Dining Chairs

Set of 6 Chinese Chippendale Style Dining Chairs

Located in Sheffield, MA

A very handsome set of 6 English, Chinese Chippendale ebonized carved mahogany chairs -- 2 arm

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Chinese Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Set of Six Chinese Chippendale Garden Dining Chairs by Richard Frinier
Set of Six Chinese Chippendale Garden Dining Chairs by Richard Frinier

Set of Six Chinese Chippendale Garden Dining Chairs by Richard Frinier

By Richard Frinier, Century Furniture

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Dramatic and rare set of six garden dining armchairs designed by Richard Frinier for Century

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chinese Chippendale Patio and Gar...

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Palm Beach Fretwork Chinese Chippendale Arm Chairs Dining Upholstered
Vintage Palm Beach Fretwork Chinese Chippendale Arm Chairs Dining Upholstered

Vintage Palm Beach Fretwork Chinese Chippendale Arm Chairs Dining Upholstered

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Lovely pair of vintage fretwork, Chinese chippendale arm chairs. Im selling these as pairs, with 2

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Chinese Rosewood Nicely Carved Arm Side Chairs
Pair of Chinese Rosewood Nicely Carved Arm Side Chairs

Pair of Chinese Rosewood Nicely Carved Arm Side Chairs

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of decorative Chinese Asian arm dining chairs.

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Rosewood

19th Century Chinese Barber Stool / Chair with Drawer
19th Century Chinese Barber Stool / Chair with Drawer

19th Century Chinese Barber Stool / Chair with Drawer

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

An antique Chinese barber stool from China’s Gansu Province. This 19th century stool features a

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Other Stools

Materials

Wood

Ichou Dining Chair By André Fu Living
Ichou Dining Chair By André Fu Living

Ichou Dining Chair By André Fu Living

By André Fu

Located in Admiralty, HK

ICHOU DINING CHAIR immerse in the comfort of our signature ichou dining chair, designed to convey

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Leather, Ash

Interlock Dining Chair By André Fu Living
Interlock Dining Chair By André Fu Living

Interlock Dining Chair By André Fu Living

By André Fu

Located in Admiralty, HK

our signature dining chair with a nod to traditional interlocking timber furniture. crafted in

Category

2010s Chinese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Ash

Dotai Dining Chair By André Fu Living
Dotai Dining Chair By André Fu Living

Dotai Dining Chair By André Fu Living

By André Fu

Located in Admiralty, HK

our signature chair created in solid oakwood with a strong emphasis on texture and craftsmanship

Category

2010s Chinese Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Pine

Antique Shanxi Province Red Lacquered Elm Dining / Office Chairs, Set of 3
Antique Shanxi Province Red Lacquered Elm Dining / Office Chairs, Set of 3

Antique Shanxi Province Red Lacquered Elm Dining / Office Chairs, Set of 3

Located in Chicago, IL

Lacquers Dining Chairs are from the Shanxi Province of China. They can be used as office chairs or any

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

Polished Stainless Steel Triangle Stool/Side Chair by Zhoujie Zhang
Polished Stainless Steel Triangle Stool/Side Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

Polished Stainless Steel Triangle Stool/Side Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

By Zhang Zhoujie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

; design a customized chair through the digital system and select different materials of their choice. This

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Stools

Materials

Stainless Steel

Polished Stainless Steel Triangle Stool/Side Chair by Zhoujie Zhang
Polished Stainless Steel Triangle Stool/Side Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

Polished Stainless Steel Triangle Stool/Side Chair by Zhoujie Zhang

By Zhang Zhoujie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

minimal aesthetic not commonly found at this scale. Chairs from the Stainless Steel Collection are the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Stools

Materials

Stainless Steel

Niels Gammelgaard "Gasell" Child's Stool or High Chair for Ikea
Niels Gammelgaard "Gasell" Child's Stool or High Chair for Ikea

Niels Gammelgaard "Gasell" Child's Stool or High Chair for Ikea

By Niels Gammelgaard, IKEA

Located in Miami, FL

Postmodern Memphis style children's high chair or stool with red plastic seat and footrest on gray

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Polished Brass Lotus Stool/Chair in Gold or Rose Gold Color Finish
Polished Brass Lotus Stool/Chair in Gold or Rose Gold Color Finish

Polished Brass Lotus Stool/Chair in Gold or Rose Gold Color Finish

By Zhipeng Tan

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

take on a slightly surreal quality, whilst maintaining functionality. Brass chair, side chair

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Stools

Materials

Brass

Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Carved Rosewood Sideboard, Circa 1920s
Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Carved Rosewood Sideboard, Circa 1920s

Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Carved Rosewood Sideboard, Circa 1920s

By Romweber Furniture Co., H. Schmidt

Located in South Bend, IN

. Very good original vintage condition. Matching dining table, set of eight dining chairs, and china

Category

Vintage 1920s American Louis XV Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Solid Back Walnut Chinese Dining Chair with Felt Cushion
Solid Back Walnut Chinese Dining Chair with Felt Cushion

Solid Back Walnut Chinese Dining Chair with Felt Cushion

By Chris Lehrecke

Located in Bangall, NY

The Chinese dining chair form 2002 honors some of the traditional curves and shapes of early

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

6 Chinese Rosewood Dining Chairs Inlaid Mother of Pearl Yoked
6 Chinese Rosewood Dining Chairs Inlaid Mother of Pearl Yoked

6 Chinese Rosewood Dining Chairs Inlaid Mother of Pearl Yoked

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

A fine quality set of six mid-20th century Chinese dining chairs. Constructed from solid Chinese

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Set of Eight Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs
Set of Eight Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs

Set of Eight Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A Set Of Eight Early 19th Century Honduran Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs. Two

Category

Antique 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Six Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs
Six Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs

Six Chinese Chippendale Dining Chairs

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful and timeless, this vintage Chippendale dining chair set is quality crafted and features

Category

Vintage 1930s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Ten Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Style Dining Chairs Gothic
Ten Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Style Dining Chairs Gothic

Ten Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Style Dining Chairs Gothic

Located in Potters Bar, Herts

. Stunning set of English Chinese Chippendale style dining chairs in mahogany. These are the Classic Gothic

Category

Early 2000s Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Five Black Lacquered Dining Chairs, Very Similar to the China Chair
Five Black Lacquered Dining Chairs, Very Similar to the China Chair

Five Black Lacquered Dining Chairs, Very Similar to the China Chair

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Set of five - 5 - beautifully shaped and very chic high-gloss black lacquered dining chairs made of

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Set of Six Antique Chinese Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs
Set of Six Antique Chinese Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs

Set of Six Antique Chinese Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

A set of six Chinese Mid-Century Modern dining chairs, Hong Kong 1970s, a Western-influenced

Category

Late 20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Set of Eight Chinese Inspired Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs Widdicomb
Set of Eight Chinese Inspired Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs Widdicomb

Set of Eight Chinese Inspired Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs Widdicomb

By Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in Hudson, NY

Beautiful set of eight dining chairs by Widdicomb. Mid-Century Modern Chinese inspired design from

Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Onyx Oak Dining Chair, Exchange
Onyx Oak Dining Chair, Exchange

Onyx Oak Dining Chair, Exchange

Unavailable|$685 / item

Onyx Oak Dining Chair, Exchange

By Stellar Works

Located in New York, NY

The Exchange chair is an award-winning contemporary wood and steel chair inspired by the

Category

2010s Chinese Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Ben Soleimani Warren Dining Chair
Ben Soleimani Warren Dining Chair

Ben Soleimani Warren Dining Chair

Unavailable|$1,007 / item

Distressed Saddle PewterLinen Lead

Ben Soleimani Warren Dining Chair

By Ben Soleimani

Located in West Hollywood, CA

The Warren dining chair is an original take on the familiar slipcovered silhouette. Our

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Walnut and Steel Dining Chair, Ori
Walnut and Steel Dining Chair, Ori

Walnut and Steel Dining Chair, Ori

Unavailable|$330 / item

Walnut and Steel Dining Chair, Ori

By Stellar Works

Located in New York, NY

The Ori Dining chair from Stellar Works enhances one’s shared experiences with an intricate

Category

2010s Chinese Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Omega Ice Leather And Steel Dining Chair, Industry
Omega Ice Leather And Steel Dining Chair, Industry

Omega Ice Leather And Steel Dining Chair, Industry

By Stellar Works

Located in New York, NY

The Industry Dining Chair by Stellar Works has a sculptural feel that is at home in a range of

Category

2010s Chinese Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 12 Chinese Chippendale Style Chairs
Set of 12 Chinese Chippendale Style Chairs

Set of 12 Chinese Chippendale Style Chairs

Located in Edinburgh, GB

An Edwardian set of 12 Chinese Chippendale style pine and beech dining chairs, circa 1920

Category

Early 20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech, Pine

Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Arm and Side Chairs, Six in Total
Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Arm and Side Chairs, Six in Total

Chinese Chippendale Faux Bamboo Arm and Side Chairs, Six in Total

Located in New York, NY

'Chinese Chippendale' faux bamboo dining room set of six, circa 1960. Two-arm chairs. Four side

Category

Vintage 1960s American Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Synnes Dining Chair by Falke Svatun, Black Ash, Swappable Glides
Synnes Dining Chair by Falke Svatun, Black Ash, Swappable Glides

Synnes Dining Chair by Falke Svatun, Black Ash, Swappable Glides

By Falke Svatun

Located in San Marcos, CA

Less is more with Synnes chair, a distinctively modern take on the Classic Scandinavian dining

Category

2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ash

Late 20th Century Cottage Farmhouse Dining Side Chairs - Pair B
Late 20th Century Cottage Farmhouse Dining Side Chairs - Pair B

Late 20th Century Cottage Farmhouse Dining Side Chairs - Pair B

Located in Charlotte, NC

A pair of Cottage / Farmhouse style dining side chairs, unbranded. Hardwood with a distressed black

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Cherry, Paint

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China Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of China dining chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique China dining chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. Find 217 antique and vintage China dining chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 48 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. China 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 China dining chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Hollywood Regency, Mid-Century Modern and Modern China dining chairs are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made China dining chairs over the years, but those made by Modshop, Zhoujie Zhang and Hans J. Wegner are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are China Dining Chairs?

China dining chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $4,190, while the lowest priced sells for $200 and the highest can go for as much as $39,500.

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 China 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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 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 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 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.