Cowhorn Dining Chairs
"Cowhorn" Dining Chairs by Knud Færch for Slagelse Møbelværk, Denmark, 1950s
By Knud Faerch, Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of eight “Cowhorn” dining chairs by Knud Færch, made from teak with dark cognac leather seats
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 28.35 in W 22.25 in D 18.12 in
Vintage Danish Mahogany Cowhorn Chairs 1940s, Set of 6
Located in Asaa, DK
and Knud Færch in the design of their cowhorn chairs.
These elegant and organically shaped dining
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Danish Dining Room Chair by Helge Sibast and Borge Rammeskov
Located in Vienna, AT
Cowhorn style hardwood dining chair designed by Helge Sibast and Borge Rammeskov for Sibast Mobler
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cowhide, Hardwood
Set of Four Danish Dining Chairs by Helge Sibast and Børge Rammeskov
By Børge Rammeskov, Sibast, Helge Sibast
Located in Vienna, AT
Cowhorn style hardwood dining chairs designed by Helge Sibast and Borge Rammeskov for Sibast Mobler
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
H 29.93 in W 20.87 in D 19.69 in
Rare Dining Room Set / Cowhorn Chairs, Table and Cabinet by Svend Aage Madsen
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Very rare danish dining room set incl. 6 cowhorn chairs, round / oval table and the matching
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Walnut
H 43.71 in W 43.71 in D 43.71 in
Set of Five solid Teak Cow Horn Chairs by Dyrlund Denmark
By Dyrlund
Located in Handewitt, DE
Set of 5 Dyrlund cowhorn chairs in solid teak. Seats in original woll fabric. Denmark 1970s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
6 Rare museum Conran C20 Havana dining chairs "JFK" The Chair Wegner Cowhorn
By Sir Terence Conran
Located in London, GB
Wonderful original c20 chair by Terence Conran and Conran Design Group c.1960 - fabulous patina
Category
Vintage 1960s British Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood, Kaolin
H 28.35 in W 20.08 in D 20.87 in
Set of Eight Danish Dining Chairs "Cowhorn Chair" by Knud Faerch
By Knud Faerch
Located in Karlstad, SE
A set of eight stunning and highly rare dining chairs model SM 521 by Knud Faerch for Slagelse
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Teak
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Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
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Louis Van Teeffelen for Awa Set of 4 Dining Chairs, Dutch Design, 1950s
By AWA Holland, Louis Van Teeffelen
Located in Antwerpen, BE
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Located in Sagaponack, NY
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Set of 4 Tijsseling Cowhorn Chair Propos Hulmefa, the Netherlands, 1960
By Tijsseling
Located in The Hague, NL
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Vintage Scandinavian Dining Chairs 1960s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Mid century teak dining chairs with original fabric upholstery.
Atrractive scandinavian design
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Two Ercol Cowhorn Armchairs, Two Spindle Back Chairs
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Located in London, GB
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By Johannes Andersen, Andersens Møbelfabrik A/S
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
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By Johannes Andersen, Andersens Møbelfabrik A/S
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
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Pair of Early Teak Classic Chairs by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
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Danish Cowhorn Chairs with Blue Upholstery, 1960
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
rosewood. The chairs arm rest points are a nice detail in rosewood. Very nice and comfortable dining chair
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Set of Six "Cowhorn" Chairs by Torbjørn Afdal
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of six amazing “cowhorn” chairs by Torbjørn Afdal. Made from teak with beautiful details. Seats
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Tijsseling Cowhorn Chair Propos Hulmefa, The Netherlands, 1960
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Located in Etten-Leur, NL
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Set of Hans Wegner Style Mid-Century Cowhorn Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of four viny and teak Hans Wegner dining chairs is the perfect seating solution for home
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Unique Black Cowhorn Chairs by Tijsseling for Hulmefa, Set of Four, 1960s
By Tijselling, Hulmefa
Located in Schagen, NL
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Set of Six Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs by Helge Sibast and Borge Rammeskov
By Helge Sibast, Børge Rammeskov, Sibast
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of six cowhorn style rosewood dining chairs designed by Helge Sibast and Borge Rammeskov for
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Danish Mid Century Modern, "Cowhorn" Chair in Pine & Lambswool, 1960s
By Bramin Mobler
Located in Odense, DK
A neat "cowhorn" dining / desk chair in solid pine, reupholstered in great quality shearling
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Lambskin, Pine
H 31.11 in W 22.84 in D 19.69 in
Johannes Andersen BA113 Dining Chairs, Denmark, 1969
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Fantastic set of dining chairs designed by Johannes Andersen for Brdr. Andersens Møbelfabrik A/S
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
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Faux Leather, Teak
70s cow horn dining chairs for Giorgetti set/4
By Giorgetti S.p.A.
Located in Amstelveen, Noord
its contrasts.
This set of 4 dining chair in cowhorn form is a 1970s design. Chairs are in general
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Impressive glass table with wooden base and six cowhorn chairs, Italy
Located in Ostend, BE
Impressive glass table with wooden base and six cowhorn chairs made in Italy.
Solid wooden cowhorn
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Rare Set of Four Teak Cowhorn Style Dining Chairs by Randers Stolefabrik
By Randers Møbelfabrik
Located in Crockett, CA
Rare and unusual set of four cowhorn style Danish teak dining chairs with inlaid beech cross bars
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0s Louis van Teeffelen ‘Cowhorn’ Chairs for Wébé, Set of Four
By WéBé, Louis Van Teeffelen
Located in Amstelveen, Noord
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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 Cowhorn Dining Chairs
- What is a dining chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A dining chair is a chair used to provide seating while dining at a table. There are two main types: side chairs and armchairs. As the name suggests, armchairs feature integrated arms, and they typically go along the short ends of rectangular tables. Free of arms, side chairs are usually arranged along the sides of rectangular tables. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Dining chairs should be around 18 inches tall. Since most dining tables are 30 inches high, 18 inch tall dining chairs allow for a comfortable amount of legroom. As a general rule of thumb, there should be around 12 inches between a dining table and a seat.
- What is a carver dining chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A carver dining chair is a kind of spool chair with legs rising above the seat level to frame the back and support the armrests. A theory about how carver chairs got their name is that the “master of the household” would sit at the head of the dining table and carve the meat that would be served for dinner. A widely reported origin story for the carver chair is that the name references a Pilgrim named John Carver, who was the founder of the Plymouth colony of Massachusetts in the United States. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage carver chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether leather is good for dining chairs is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find leather to be easy to wipe clean and appreciate its texture and appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of leather dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A good width for a dining chair is generally considered to be 16 to 20 inches. Chairs within this size range typically provide enough space for most people to sit comfortably. Shop a collection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, your dining room table and chairs do not need to match. Coordinated colors and styles can add visual flair to a space, and is a great way to show off your personal style. Shop a collection of dining room tables and chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The seat of a dining room chair is typically 18 inches from the floor and 16 to 20 inches wide.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021To pick a fabric for dining room chairs, one should consider durable, easy to maintain or stain-resistant materials. While choosing a fabric is a personal choice, the most commonly preferred upholstery materials include cotton and linen — both are prone to staining, however — as well as leather and synthetic fabrics such as polyester. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dining chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To protect your woven dining chairs, try a fabric protection spray designed for the specific type of material. Follow the application directions printed on the bottle for best results. Also, wipe your chairs clean after every meal with a slightly damp cloth to reduce the risk of stains. On 1stDibs, find a range of woven dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The entire back of a dining chair is simply called the chair back. It may have another name that more accurately describes the shape such as an X back or a cross back. The individual parts of a chair back include the ear, top rail, cross rail, stile and back post. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary dining chairs from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Choosing a fabric for reupholstering dining chairs is dependent on a number of factors. Cotton, faux suede, leather, tweed, velvet and vinyl are all popular options though each has different benefits. It is important to consider durability, ability to clean, and coordinating with decor.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The end chairs are called an armchair. Typically found at the head of the table, these specific chairs have armrests and give off a more formal feel. You can shop a collection of armchairs and dining tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best fabric for dining room chairs is really a matter of preference. Those who are looking for maximum durability should opt for a smooth synthetic fabric that is liquid repellant. Shop dining room chairs in a variety of fabrics on 1stDibs.
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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.
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What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
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After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
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