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vintage dining chairs chairs brutalist 1960s
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage dining chairs chairs brutalist 1960s
period 1960s
design unknown
condition good
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
vintage dining chairs chairs 1960s oak
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage dining chairs chairs 1960s oak
period 1960s
design unknown Denmark
condition good
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Vintage dining chairs chairs 1960s oak
Located in Lemmer, NL
Vintage dining chairs chairs 1960s oak
Period 1960s
Design unknown
Condition good minor
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Vintage dining chairs chairs 1960s Danish
Located in Lemmer, NL
Vintage dining chairs chairs 1960s Danish
period 1960s
design unknown Denmark
condition
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Vintage dining chairs chairs 1970s Period 1970s
Located in Lemmer, NL
Vintage dining chairs chairs 1970s
Period 1970s
Design Unknown
Condition Good Minor signs of
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
vintage dining chairs chairs 1960s set of 5
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage dining chairs chairs 1960s set of 5
period 1960s
design unknown
condition good
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
vintage dining chairs chairs set of 4 Sweden
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage dining chairs chairs set of 4 Sweden
period 90s
design unknown Sweden
condition
Category
1990s Swedish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Dining Chair, Chair For Living Room, Design Chair
Located in İnegöl, TR
our furnitures (armchairs, dining tables, coffee tables, tv units, consoles etc..) in terms of fabric
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Organic Modern Chairs
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Wood, Walnut
Set of 6 Design Institute of America Chrome Dining Chairs
By Design Institute America
Located in New York, NY
Set of 6 design Institute of America chrome dining chairs. Chairs have the original upholstery with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Jack Lenor Larsen set of Dining Chairs
By Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Jack Lenor Larsen Set of 6 Dining Chairs. Chairs probably date to the 80's. Need to be
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Thonet Dining Chairs, Set of Ten, Perennials Performance Fabric, 1980s
By Thonet
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful set of 10 Thonet bentwood dining chairs. Chairs have a padded seat and back. Great
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
$9,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 33 in W 17 in D 16.5 in
D Scan Teak Dining Room Chairs/ Set of 6
By D-Scan, Hans Frydendal 1
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of Bentwood and Teak Dining Chairs. Chairs need to be reupholstered but wood is pretty nice
Category
Vintage 1970s Singaporean Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak, Bentwood
4 Vintage Teak Wood Outdoor Garden Dining Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
Handsome natural teak wood outdoor patio, garden or deck dining chairs, Chairs are in wonderful
Category
20th Century Adirondack Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Set of 6 Rainer Daumiller chairs
Located in MILL, NL
Set of 6 fantastic vintage Rainer Daumiller dining chairs. Chairs are very solid and sturdy. We had
Category
Vintage 1970s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Pine
Set of Six French Renaissance Dining Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful set of Six French Renaissance Dining Chairs chairs in oak wood from the end of the 19th
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Louis XVI Style Beechwood Dining Chairs Set of Eight
By Maison Jansen
Located in Bradenton, FL
Fabulous Set of Eight Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs. Chairs feature timeless balloon backs, rich
Category
20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Jack Lenor Larsen Mid-Century Modern Maple and Leather Dining Chairs - Set of 8
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of 8 Jack Lenor Larsen Mid-Century Modern Maple and Leather Dining Chairs. Chairs are made of
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Maple
$3,200 / set
H 35.5 in W 21.75 in D 24.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Set of Four Beech Chiavari Dining Chairs, 1950s
By Chiavari
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern delightful set of 4 beech dining chairs / chairs with a high backrest was
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Beech
$6,561 / set
H 41.34 in W 16.15 in D 20.08 in
Set Six Hickory Chair Queen Anne Style Mahogany Dining Chairs
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautiful Set Six Hickory Chair Queen Anne Style Mahogany Dining Chairs. Two armchairs and four
Category
Mid-20th Century American Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Hickory Chair Georgian Carved Mahogany Leather Upholstered Dining Arm Chairs
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Georgian or Chippendale style dining arm chairs
By Hickory Chair Furniture Co
Category
Vintage 1980s American Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
$1,295 / set
H 38.75 in W 24.25 in D 23 in
French Country Dining Chairs by HICKORY CHAIR CO Set of 4
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Set of 4 French Country or Italian Dining Chairs by HICKORY CHAIR
Category
Vintage 1970s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Cherry
$1,596 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 38 in W 22 in D 21 in
Set 6 Hickory Chair Co. American Empire Style Cherry & Upholstered Dining Chairs
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Germantown, MD
Yellow striped Upholstered Dining Chairs. Measure 18" in width, 21" in depth and 34.5" in height
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Empire Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cherry
$2,995 / set
H 34.5 in W 18 in D 21 in
Modern Red Plastic Vintage Seven Dining Chairs Ron Arad for Kartell 1999 Italy
By Ron Arad, Kartell
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern set of 7 red plastic vintage chairs or dining chairs from red plastic and aluminum FPE
Category
1990s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
$5,249 / set
H 31.5 in W 16.93 in D 22.84 in
Rare Hickory Chair Company Set 8 Thomas O'Brien Designed Dining Room Chairs
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in West Hartford, CT
A great name in furniture and a great set of matching Thomas O'Brien designed dining chairs - a set
Category
Early 2000s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Textile, Linen, Mahogany
$3,995 / set
H 39.5 in W 22 in D 19 in
4 Vintage Hickory Chair Jessica Charles Mann Half Arm Tufted Club Dining Chairs
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of four vintage Jessica Charles for Hickory Chair Co Mann half arm dining chairs featuring a
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
$2,400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 34 in W 24 in D 25 in
Six Teak Chinoiserie Dining Chairs by Hickory Furniture
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of six teakwood chinoiserie dining chairs from Hickory Furniture.
Silk blend, tone on tone
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
$4,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 43 in W 20 in D 24 in
Set of 4 Asola Chairs designed by Giuseppe Vigano for Bonacina, Italy 1993
By Bonacina, Giuseppe Viganò 1
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a set of stunning, sculptural wicker dining chairs. Chairs called
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
$3,400 / set
H 33.47 in W 16.54 in D 22.05 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Lyre Back Folding Chairs by Phoenix Chair Co.
By Phoenix Chair Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional set of six Arts & Crafts period lyre back folding dining chairs or side
Category
Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
$2,295 / set
H 35.5 in W 16.75 in D 19.25 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Lyre Back Folding Chair by Phoenix Chair Co.
By Phoenix Chair Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Arts & Crafts period lyre back folding dining chair or side chair
By
Category
Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
$395
H 35.5 in W 16.75 in D 19.25 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Lyre Back Folding Chairs by Phoenix Chair Co.
By Phoenix Chair Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional pair of Arts & Crafts period lyre back folding dining chairs or side chairs
Category
Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
$795 / set
H 35.5 in W 16.75 in D 19.25 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Lyre Back Folding Chair by Phoenix Chair Co.
By Phoenix Chair Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional set of eight Arts & Crafts period lyre back folding dining chairs or side
Category
Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
$2,995 / set
H 35.5 in W 16.75 in D 19.25 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Lyre Back Folding Chairs by Phoenix Chair Co.
By Phoenix Chair Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional set of ten Arts & Crafts period lyre back folding dining chairs or side
Category
Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
$3,795 / set
H 35.5 in W 16.75 in D 19.25 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Lyre Back Folding Chairs by Phoenix Chair Co.
By Phoenix Chair Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional set of twelve Arts & Crafts period lyre back folding dining chairs or side
Category
Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
$4,500 / set
H 35.5 in W 16.75 in D 19.25 in
Shell Dining Chair, Turquoise Wool, by Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
style.
They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs.
Chair was designed by Vintola Studio, a
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet, Beech
$1,073 / item
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
19th Century Grand Ledge Mahogany and Needlepoint seat Dining Chairs, Pair
By Grand Ledge Chair Company 1
Located in Germantown, MD
Dining Chairs in the Queen Anne style. Clean antique condition
Category
Antique 19th Century American Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
$1,495 / set
H 39 in W 18 in D 19 in
Pair of Vintage Arthur Umanoff Wrought Iron Chairs
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Medina, OH
Pair of 1970s restored and reupholstered Arthur Umanoff high back dining chairs. Chairs have been
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Thomas O’Brian for Hickory Chair Co Emma Chairs
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Acquisitions Of A
Set of 6 Emma Chairs Model 2060-001 Designed by Thomas O’Brien for Hickory Chair Company.
A
Category
Vintage 1980s Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Paint
$3,196 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 40.5 in W 26 in D 23 in
Set of Ten Shell Dining Chairs, Turquoise Wool, by Vintola Studio, Europe.
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
style.
They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs.
Chair was designed by Vintola Studio, a
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet, Beech
$10,736 / set
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
1 Vintage Walnut Johnson Furniture Dining Chair
By Johnson Chair Company
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage dining chairs by Johnson Chair Co Chicago reminiscent of Jens Risom design with solid
Category
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
PVC, Walnut
1930s Hickory Chair Empire Klismos Mahogany and Upholstered Seat Side Chairs
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Germantown, MD
1930s Hickory Chair Company Empire Klismos style Mahogany and Upholstered Seat Side Chairs. Measure
Category
Early 20th Century American Empire Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
$2,200 / set
H 34.5 in W 18 in D 21 in
Henredon Style French Regency Louis XVI Carved Walnut and Cane Back Dining Chair
By Grand Ledge Chair Company 1, Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six French Regency Louis XVI style dining chairs
In the manner of Henredon
By
Category
Vintage 1960s American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Walnut
$2,495 / set
H 38 in W 20 in D 24 in
Set of Four Normal Cherner Walnut Dining Chairs with Leather Seats and Backs
By The Cherner Chair Company, Norman Cherner
Located in Sacramento, CA
Set of four walnut dining chairs by Norman Cherner. Originally designed by Cherner for Plycraft in
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood, Plywood
$6,000
H 31.5 in W 36.5 in D 21.5 in
1994 Eli Dining Chairs by Bruce Sienkowski for Charlotte Chair Company in Maple
By Charlotte Chair Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eli Dining Chair, designed by Bruce Sienkowski for Charlotte Chair Company in 1991
Category
1990s American Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
$800 / item
H 35 in W 19 in D 18 in
Shell Dining Chair, Linen Schwarzwald Dedar, by Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile dining seats.
They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Velvet, Beech, Linen
$1,192 / item
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Shell Dining Chair, Brown Fire Retardant Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
style.
They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs.
Chair was designed by Vintola Studio, a
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
$1,184 / item
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Shell Dining Chair, Light Beige Fire Retardant Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
style.
They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs.
Chair was designed by Vintola Studio, a
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
$1,184 / item
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Norman Cherner Bar Stool Chair Black
By The Cherner Chair Company, Norman Cherner
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Norman Cherner bar stool from 2004.
Beech plywood in black lacquered colour and chrom feet.
Classic iconic design in the bar stool variation.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Set of Six Shell Dining Chairs, Brown FR Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
style.
They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs.
Chair was designed by Vintola Studio, a
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
$7,056 / set
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Set of four Neoclassical 18th Century Upholstered dining Chairs in Pink France
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Directoire-style dining chairs illustrate the minimally adorned style that became favorable after
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$6,400 Sale Price
20% Off
H 36.25 in W 19.5 in D 16.54 in
Pair of Tell City Furniture Hard Rock Maple Cattail Back Dining Chairs
By Tell City Chair Co.
Located in Pasadena, TX
Back: Features a distinctive "cattail back" design with vertical spindles resembling cattail reeds.
Seat: Typically has a contoured or saddle seat for comfort.
Legs: Turned legs ar...
Category
Late 20th Century American American Colonial Chairs
Materials
Wood, Maple
$1,780 / set
H 38.5 in W 19.75 in D 21 in
Bertu Dining Chair, Dunes Outdoor Dining Chair
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Dining Chair, Dunes Outdoor Dining Chair
This Modern Patio Furniture - The Dunes Outdoor
Category
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Mahogany, Walnut
Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 10 Jacaranda Dining Chairs with Leather Upholstered Seats
Category
20th Century Unknown Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Set of Ten Shell Dining Chairs, Light Beige FR Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
style.
They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs.
Chair was designed by Vintola Studio, a
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
$11,840 / set
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
One Hickory Furniture Traditional Arm Dining Side Chair
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Pasadena, TX
Hickory
One Hickory Furniture Traditional armchair
Suitable for dining or guest usage, these
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Revival Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Lawrence Peabody Walnut Dining Chair
By Craft Associates, Lawrence Peabody
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Dining Chairs, Lawrence Peabody Walnut Dining Chair
These Lawrence Peabody Dining
Category
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Walnut
$2,675 / item
H 29.5 in W 23.75 in D 21 in
Mountain Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
Six solid pine mountain chairs dating from the 1950s. These chairs feature a distinctive high
Category
Antique 1850s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Pine
Wooden Dining Chairs
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic dining chairs from the 1960s. High-quality frame in black lacquered beech wood with seat
Category
Vintage 1960s German Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Acropolis Dining Chair
By Jonathan Adler
Located in New York, NY
, our Acropolis Dining Chair stands on ebonized ash wood legs. Perfect for bringing drama to your dining
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Wood, Ash
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Dining Chairs Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of dining chairs chairs available for sale. The range of distinct dining chairs chairs — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. We have 46216 antique and vintage dining chairs chairs in-stock, while there are 2932 modern editions to choose from as well. Dining chairs 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 dining chairs chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern dining chairs chairs are of considerable interest. Niels Otto Møller, Hans J. Wegner and Kai Kristiansen each produced beautiful dining chairs chairs that are worth considering.
How Much are Dining Chairs Chairs?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,600, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $450,000 highest priced.
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 Dining Chairs 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024The 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 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 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 13, 2024The 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To 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 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 ExpertOctober 30, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024Many 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, 2024A 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What 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 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024No one knows for sure why some dining chairs with arms are called carvers. However, it likely relates to the historical use of these chairs. Technically, carver is the nickname for a specific type of dining chair with arms, not for all dining armchairs. A Colonial American design, a carver chair features a backrest that wraps around the sides and forms arms. Traditionally, the carver chair went at the head of the table, and often the family member responsible for carving the primary entrée sat at this place. As a result, the chair's purpose for seating the carver of the meal is one potential explanation for the nickname. Another is that the name comes from John Carver, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. Reportedly, Carver owned one of these chairs, and people began referring to them by his name as a result. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of carver chairs.
- 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, 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 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.
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