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Hand-Pleated Dining Chair Offered In COM.
Located in New York, NY
The contemporary dining chair hold a stimulating design, as it holds an elegant combination of
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hand-Pleated Dining Chair Offered In COM.
Hand-Pleated Dining Chair Offered In COM.
H 31.89 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
Six Mahogany Klismos Dining Chair with COM Upholstery
Located in New York, NY
New production. 6 chairs in this offer. Additional can be made to order. Designed and handmade in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

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 Chair Available in COM
Set of 8 Dining Chair Available in COM
H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 21.66 in
Niemeyer Dining Chair, COM, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer dining chair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Fabric

Perspective Dining Chair, COM, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
Our perception of space is influenced by perspective. The Perspective dining chair is an exercise
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Brass

"Gaia" - Carved, Modern, Hand Finished Dining Chair, Ebonized, COM
By Vladimir Krasnogorov, Thomas W. Newman
Located in Hoboken, NJ
The Gaia chair is ideal as a dining side chair, but could be placed as a “slipper” almost anywhere
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Sapele Wood, Upholstery

Fernandine Dining Chair, COM, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
, the Fernandine dining chair is seen from the outside perspective as a high wall that surrounds the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

"Gaia" - Carved, Modern, Hand Finished Dining Chair, Slipper Chair, Cerused, COM
By Vladimir Krasnogorov, Thomas Newman
Located in Hoboken, NJ
The Gaia chair is ideal as a dining side chair, but could be placed as a “slipper” almost anywhere
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Sapele Wood, Upholstery

Figueroa Dining Chair, Brass & COM, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
the creation of the Figueroa dining chair. Evoking the Californian Mountain, the luxurious Figueroa
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

"Gaia" - Carved, Modern, Hand Finished Dining Chair - Wood Tone, COM
By Vladimir Krasnogorov, Thomas Newman
Located in Hoboken, NJ
The Gaia chair is ideal as a dining side chair, but could be placed as a “slipper” almost anywhere
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Sapele Wood, Upholstery

Perspective II Dining Chair, COM, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Our perception of space is influenced by perspective. The Perspective II dining chair is an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Arches Dining Chair, Brass & COM, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
European Product Design Awards 2021 The Arches dining chair is designed in the likeness of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

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 Chair With Arms Offered In COM
Set of 8 Dining Chair With Arms Offered In COM
H 29.53 in W 20.08 in D 20.87 in
Silhouette Dining Chair, Wood & COM, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
-catching dining chair. The joint dimension of people and objects represented by several 20th century
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Arches II Dining Chair, Steel & COM, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Niemeyer Dining Chair, COM and Brass, Insidherland by Joana Santos Barbosa
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer dining chair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

H Dining Chair Upholstered in COM (costumer's own material) by Estudio Persona
By Estudio Persona
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our newest Estudio Persona dining chair. A comfortable seat is partnered with a sculptural back and
Category

2010s North American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mohair, Foam, Wood

Elegant Modern Upholstered Dining Chair with Com Skirt, Luca from Costantini
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The luca chair’s gently curved, high back exudes elegance and has become one of Costantini's most
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of 8 Swedish Karl Johan Biedermeier Revival Dining Chairs, COM Ready
Located in Atlanta, GA
Swedish Karl Johan (Biedermeier) Revival Napoleon Hat Dining Chairs. Shovel-shaped backrest with
Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Karl Johan Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite & Chrome Side Dining Chairs Newly Upholstered or COM
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage lucite and chrome Charles Hollis Jones CHJ channel back side dining chairs. Meticulously
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 8 Chrome Dining Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in COM
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
Set of eight (8) dining chairs in COM / COL with tubular frame in polished chrome finish, designed
Category

Vintage 1970s American Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs Hand-Carved in France and Assembled in Chicago COM
Located in Chicago, IL
For years we had been searching for a proper size and “comfortable” Louis XVI dining side chair
Category

2010s French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Leather, Beech

Set of 4 Milo Baughman Chrome Dining Armchairs in COM
By Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Set of four (4) finely crafted dining armchairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Price includes
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Contemporary Occasional Chair Upholstered Seat, Walnut & Bronze Detail COM
By Baker Hesseldenz Studio
Located in Tuscon, AZ
COM OR COL ONLY The meticulously handcrafted Dudley dining or occasional chair, with its woven
Category

2010s North American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Milo Baughman Scoop Dining Chairs in COM
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
"Scoop" dining chairs in COM designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Model #1228. USA, circa
Category

Vintage 1970s American Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Jean Dining Chair
Located in Westport, CT
Dining chair with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back. Can be
Category

2010s European Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Jean Dining Chair
Jean Dining Chair
H 30.3 in W 19.9 in D 26.3 in
Ellen Dining Chair
Located in Westport, CT
Dining chair with dark Wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back. Priced with
Category

2010s European Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Ellen Dining Chair
Ellen Dining Chair
H 33 in W 21.7 in D 24.6 in
Paula Dining Chair
Located in Westport, CT
Dining chair with upholstered seat, back and legs. Shown in Velvet. Price is in one solid velvet
Category

2010s Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Paula Dining Chair
Paula Dining Chair
H 35.5 in W 19 in D 23 in
Katy Dining Chair
Located in Westport, CT
Dining chair with dark Wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back. Priced with
Category

2010s European Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Katy Dining Chair
Katy Dining Chair
H 30.3 in W 19.9 in D 23.6 in
Navana Dining Chair
Located in North Vancouver, CA
The Navana Dining Chair is the perfect dining chair for any modern or traditional setting. Hand
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2010s Canadian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Faux Fur, Oak

Navana Dining Chair
Navana Dining Chair
H 29 in W 23 in D 22.5 in
VENTURA dining chair
Located in Frazão, Porto
contrasting piping that runs along the entire backrest.‎ Ventura is the perfect chair for any dining room
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

VENTURA dining chair
VENTURA dining chair
H 37.01 in W 25.6 in D 23.23 in
Cobra Dining Chair
Located in New York, NY
metal. Upholstered seat and backrest in genuine black leather. The Cobra dining chair is available a
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Cobra Dining Chair
Cobra Dining Chair
H 31.11 in W 24.02 in D 22.45 in
FORTUNA Dining Chair
Located in Frazão, Porto
FORTUNA is a dining chair with a well-balanced design, with an enveloping back, which gives a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Lacquer, Fabric

FORTUNA Dining Chair
FORTUNA Dining Chair
H 34.26 in W 22.05 in D 25.99 in
Hendrick Dining Chair, Customizable
By Wüd Furniture Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The sleek and modern Hendrick dining chair features clean lines and a luxurious leather upholstered
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vita Modern Dining Chair
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Vita Modern Dining Chair is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The dining
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Vita Modern Dining Chair
Vita Modern Dining Chair
H 30.75 in W 22.5 in D 20 in
Modern Upholstered Dining Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
Our Svelte chair is a comfortable dining chair with a slightly narrow build and a narrow base
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Modern Upholstered Dining Chair
Modern Upholstered Dining Chair
H 37.5 in W 17 in D 17 in
Transitional Armless Dining Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
This transitional armless dining chair features a toned down cabriole leg. Comes standard with
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Linen

Transitional Armless Dining Chair
Transitional Armless Dining Chair
H 34.5 in W 20.5 in D 26 in
Modern Circular Dining Chair
By The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Inspired by seating found in the Paris Metro, our Meteor dining chairs are a complimentary mix of
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cowhide, Cotton, Wood

Modern Circular Dining Chair
Modern Circular Dining Chair
H 34 in W 27.5 in D 20 in
Bertu Outdoor Dining Chair, Teak Outdoor Dining Chair, Solid Teak, Suelo
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Outdoor Dining Chair, Teak Outdoor Dining Chair, Solid Teak, Suelo This Solid Teak Outdoor
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Teak

Black Modern Dining Chair
By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
This dining chair has a timeless profile and features added lumbar padding for comfort. Shown in
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Black Modern Dining Chair
Black Modern Dining Chair
H 36 in W 24 in D 17 in
OKHA, "Barnett", Dining Chair
By OKHA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
MATERIALS Upholstery, wood VARIATIONS Upholstery: COM or COL Leather: black, mocca, navy
Category

2010s South African Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Ash, Walnut

OKHA, "Barnett", Dining Chair
OKHA, "Barnett", Dining Chair
H 29.9 in W 23.6 in D 22.8 in
OKHA, "Verb", Dining Chair
By OKHA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials Upholstery, wood Variations Upholstery: COM or COL Leather: Black, Mocca, navy
Category

2010s South African Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood, Ash, Walnut

OKHA, "Verb", Dining Chair
OKHA, "Verb", Dining Chair
H 32.3 in W 22.4 in D 20.9 in
Structured Dining Chair, Velvet Upholstery
By Lauren Rottet
Located in Houston, TX
Chair is shown here with a leather back and fur seat cushion. Price listed is COM. Structured Dining
Category

2010s Vietnamese Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fur, Leather, Oak, Lacquer

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern curved back dining chairs upholstered in black faux leather. Crafted of solid
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair
Mid-Century Modern Dining Chair
H 29.53 in W 21.26 in D 20.87 in
6 Wicker Dining Room Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
phenomenal with a custom cushion which we can fabricate for you, COM, for an additional fee. All chairs are
Category

20th Century Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

6 Wicker Dining Room Chairs
6 Wicker Dining Room Chairs
H 42 in W 19 in D 17 in
INVICTA Dining Chair in Velvet
Located in Frazão, Porto
The Invicta dining chair is a unique piece, and the impressive design with just one leg in the back
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Lacquer

INVICTA Dining Chair in Velvet
INVICTA Dining Chair in Velvet
H 31.89 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
Modern Customizable Dining Room Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
This chair is our tailored home exclusive "Essex" dining chair in ecru linen blend. This modern
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Linen

Modern Customizable Dining Room Chair
Modern Customizable Dining Room Chair
H 34.25 in W 20 in D 20 in
Curved Back Dining Room Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
This new dining chair design is comfortable and modern with a relaxed pitch. The chairs shown
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Jacquard

Curved Back Dining Room Chair
Curved Back Dining Room Chair
H 34 in W 21 in D 24 in
Sheep Dining Chair by Studio Ahead
By Studio Ahead
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sheep dining chair designed by Studio Ahead. The chair is upholstered in custom cream merino wool
Category

2010s Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Felt

Sheep Dining Chair by Studio Ahead
Sheep Dining Chair by Studio Ahead
H 34.5 in W 24 in D 27 in
Modern Curve Back Dining Chair
By The Tailored Home
Located in Greenwich, CT
Modern dining chair with a relaxed curve back. Shown in combination of blue vinyl and a floral
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Jacquard, Velvet

Modern Curve Back Dining Chair
Modern Curve Back Dining Chair
H 30.5 in W 21 in D 24 in
Structured Dining Chair, Upholstered in Mohair
By Lauren Rottet
Located in Houston, TX
Chair is shown here with a leather back and fur seat cushion. Price listed is COM. Structured Dining
Category

2010s Vietnamese Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fur, Leather, Oak, Lacquer, Mohair

Lupita Dining Chair by OHLA STUDIO
By Ohla Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Lupita Dining Chair by OHLA STUDIO Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 83 cm Materials: Polished Aluminum
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Lupita Dining Chair by OHLA STUDIO
Lupita Dining Chair by OHLA STUDIO
H 32.68 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Contemporary Dining Chair Deep Red Velvet
Located in New York, NY
Fully upholstered dining chair in deep red velvet. Stainless steel caps in polished chrome. 100
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Contemporary Dining Chair Deep Red Velvet
Contemporary Dining Chair Deep Red Velvet
H 34.65 in W 23.23 in D 19.69 in
CURVE DINING CHAIR - Modern Sculpted High Back Design in COM
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
The Curve Dining Chair is a stylish and comfortable piece of furniture designed with a modern
Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

CURVE DINING CHAIR - Modern Sculpted Low Back Design in COM
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
The Curve Dining Chair is a stylish and comfortable piece of furniture designed with a modern
Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Contemporary Minimalist Dining Chairs, Beige/Walnut
Located in New York, NY
Modern dining chairs upholstered in beige faux leather. Crafted of solid wood frame stained in
Category

2010s European Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Faux Leather

Mid-Century Modern Style Dining Chair
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern dining chair upholstered in velvet. Crafted of solid wood frame stained in
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Style Dining Chair
Mid-Century Modern Style Dining Chair
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 24.81 in
Transitional Open Back Dining Chair 'Customizable'
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
Transitional open back dining chair upholstered in blue and gold vinyl fabric with metallic woven
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple

Contemporary Dining Chair, Wood Back/Fabric
Located in New York, NY
Timeless design in combination with handmade couture techniques. The dining chair features curved
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Contemporary Dining Chair, Wood Back/Fabric
Contemporary Dining Chair, Wood Back/Fabric
H 31.89 in W 17.72 in D 19.69 in
Art Deco Style Dining Side Chair
By Jean Royère
Located in Torrance, CA
Hand-crafted by Classic Design in Los Angeles, our Art Deco Inspired Dining Side Chair is perfect
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Style Dining Side Chair
Art Deco Style Dining Side Chair
H 36 in W 21 in D 24 in
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Com Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of com dining chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique com dining chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and metal. We have 27 antique and vintage com dining chairs in-stock, while there are 16 modern editions to choose from as well. Com dining chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Com dining chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Com dining chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by David Gaynor, Milo Baughman and Thayer Coggin are consistently popular.

How Much are Com Dining Chairs?

Prices for com dining chairs start at $950 and top out at $18,000 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 Com 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The 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.