Dining Room Chairs6
20th Century Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Wicker, Rattan
Early 2000s American Modern Dining Room Tables
Metal
1990s Italian Regency Dining Room Chairs
Fruitwood
Late 20th Century Belgian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Metal
20th Century Dining Room Sets
Wicker
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather
Late 20th Century Belgian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Sets
Brass, Metal
2010s Indian Louis XV Dining Room Sets
Bronze, Sheet Metal
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Faux Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Walnut
20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Antique Mid-18th Century British Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Fruitwood
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak, Plywood
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Sheepskin, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Teak
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Late 20th Century English Dining Room Tables
Oak
Vintage 1950s Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Pine
Vintage 1950s Unknown Regency Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Paint, Wood
Vintage 1960s German Space Age Dining Room Chairs
Resin
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Teak
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1970s Spanish Dining Room Chairs
Cotton, Fruitwood
Antique Early 1900s Swedish Gustavian Dining Room Chairs
Wood
20th Century Brutalist Dining Room Sets
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century European Biedermeier Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Beech
Mid-20th Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1960s North American Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rosewood, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Beech
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Velvet, Oak
Antique Early 1900s French Dining Room Chairs
Other
Vintage 1930s French Dining Room Tables
Zebra Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Dining Room Chairs
Plastic
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Dining Room Tables
Wood
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Wrought Iron
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Walnut, Upholstery
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wool
20th Century Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Ostrich Leather
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
Antique 1840s Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wool
Vintage 1960s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Chrome, Iron
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 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 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 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2021A server in a dining room is a slim piece of furniture placed near the dining table and is typically used to stage food before serving. Traditionally, servers were unassuming and provided surfaces for serving dishes — they occupied less room than a buffet or a sideboard. Newly designed servers include drawers where you can store dishes, cutlery and other necessary elements for meals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage servers.
- What is a dining room hutch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A dining room hutch is a cabinet that has drawers and shelves where you can store your dining items like napkins, spoons, and tablecloths. Shop a range of antique and vintage dining room hutch 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The best lighting for the dining room is based on personal choice and the style of the room. The types of lights typically used in a dining room are general lighting and accent lighting. The dining room light should be at least 12 inches smaller than the table in all directions. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and contemporary lights.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024What the cabinet in a dining room is called depends on its style. A long, low cabinet for the dining room can be called a sideboard or a buffet. China hutches, or hutches, are cabinets that have drawers or cabinets positioned below a display area that consists of shelves behind glass doors. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of dining room furniture.
- 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021There are many kinds of centerpieces for your dining room table — it is a matter of preference. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of vintage and antique centerpieces to meet any design style or decor scheme. There are modern, Art Deco, neoclassical, and more styles of centerpieces for you to choose from.
- AutomatonMarch 10, 2021The best paint for a dining table is with a lacquered finish, and a French Polish being the best type of lacquered finish. A French Polish is extremely labor intensive which also makes it the most expensive of finishes. It involves many applications and layers of lacquer - each layer laboriously hand polished to a hard and gorgeous sheen often times resembling a sheet of glass. This thick beautiful lacquer will protect your dining table's paint for many years of regular use. Without this, your table will be more susceptible to scratches, dings and liquid stains from your plates, silverware and glassware.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021For a living room, there are many types of chairs that can qualify as “comfortable” depending on individual preferences. When choosing a comfortable chair, consider the seat, which supports your weight, the back, which provides lumbar support, and the arms, which are especially important if you use the chair for long hours. Comfortable chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best wood for a dining table is a matter of preference. But a widely used wood for this furnishing is oakwood. It is the most durable wood with wide and open grain. It withstands surface scratches and can be easily sanded and refinished. A collection of dining tables spanning different periods, materials, and shapes is available 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 6, 2023The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, a dining room set costs between $514 and $395,000.
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