Mid-Century Modern Stakmore Folding Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Stakmore Company
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This elegant set of four Mid-Century Modern Stakmore folding dining chairs perfectly blends form, function, and timeless design. Crafted in the 1950s–60s, each chair features a beaut...
Brass
Set of Six (6) Arrben Italy Black Leather Folding Chairs
By Arrben
Located in North Miami, FL
Rare postmodern set of six folding chairs manufactured by Arrben, Italy, 1970's.
Chrome
Mid Century Red Black Vintage Folding Dining Chairs Marcello Cuneo, 1970, Italy
By Marcello Cuneo
Located in Vienna, AT
This set of foldable dining chairs appear elegant and timeless.
Metal
Tamara Folding Chair by Arrben Italy 1970s Chrome Frame & Red Leather, Vintage
Located in Hannover, DE
Tamara Folding Chair by Arrben, Italy, 1970s Only 1 chair available. Elegant Tamara folding chair by Arrben, Italy, dating from the 1970s. Features a chrome-plated metal frame pair...
Metal
$5,800 / set
Set of Four Italian Modern Folding Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
A study in restraint and attitude, this set of four mid-20th-century Italian Modern folding chairs captures the era’s genius for making utility feel glamorous. The iron frames, elega...
Iron
Unavailable
H 31.11 in W 16.54 in D 23.63 in
Eight Folding Dining Chairs Cattelan Italia Black Leather Vintage, 20th Century
By Cattelan Italia
Located in France, FR
Eight folding dining chairs Cattelan Italy black leather vintage, 1970s Black leather stitched seats Tubular black steel frames Giorgio Catelan Very good condition with very minor si...
Steel
Mid Century Dyrlund Folding Chair
By Dyrlund
Located in BAARLO, LI
A folding chair from the Danish design manufacturer Dyrlund from Denmark. It is rare to find a solidly built Danish folding chair that is both stylish, elegant, and comfortable. The ...
Faux Leather, Teak
Unavailable
H 13.98 in W 24.22 in D 17.72 in
Poul Kjærholm PK 91 Folding Chair by E. Kold Christensen A/S, Denmark, 1961
By E. Kold Christensen, Poul Kjærholm
Located in Berkel en Rodenrijs, NL
Rare PK 91 stool designed by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen A / S Denmark in 1961. Given the age of this stool it is still in very good condition. The seat has been re-upholst...
Chrome, Metal
Sold
H 31.11 in W 16.54 in D 23.63 in
Eight Mid Century Folding Dining Chairs Cattelan Italia Black Leather
By Cattelan Italia
Located in Labrit, Landes
Eight folding dining chairs Cattelan Italy black leather vintage, 1970s Black leather stitched seats Tubular black steel frames Giorgio Catelan Measures: H 31.11 in. x W 16.54 in. x...
Metal
Vintage Leather Folding Chairs, 1980s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Charming foldable leather chairs with red lacquered metal frames. Sometimes also referred to as director or safari chairs. They have a beautiful look, manufactured from camel c...
Metal
Pair of Modern Lübke Black Leather and Chrome Folding Dining Chairs
By Lübke
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of gorgeous black leather folding chairs by Lübke with a chrome "A" frames. Wonderful addition to any space looking for a modernist touch.
Chrome
Sold
H 35.24 in W 22.05 in D 22.45 in
Set of 6 Heritage Aged Brown Leather Directors Folding Dining Chairs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning set of six Directors armchairs with aged brown leather that fold away A very good looking and well made set, they all fold away as...
Leather
Sold
H 31.11 in W 16.54 in D 23.63 in
Two Midcentury Folding Dining Chairs Cattelan Italia Black Leather Four Pairs
By Cattelan Italia
Located in Labrit, Landes
Two folding dining chairs Cattelan Italy black leather vintage, 1970s selling as 4 pairs Black leather stitched seats Tubular black steel frames Giorgio Catelan Measures: H 31.11...
Metal
Mid century french leather foldable chairs, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 6 foldable leather and iron dining chairs. Nicely patinated iron frames with thick black sling leather upholstery.
Metal
Set of Eight Vintage Mid-Century Folding Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of eight vintage Mid-Century folding dining chairs. Attributed to Norquist Coronet wonderfold.
Leather, Wood
Vintage Leather Folding Chairs Set of 2, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Charming foldable leather chairs with chrome frames. Sometimes also referred to as director or safari chairs. They have a beautiful look, brown leather seats, backrests and arm...
Chrome
Sold
H 35.04 in W 21.26 in L 35.04 in
Set of Seven 1970s Spanish Leather & Wood Fire Inscribed Folding Chairs
Located in Marbella, ES
Set of seven 1970s Spanish leather and wood fire inscribed folding chairs, with bronze caps.
Bronze
Vintage 1970 Tamara Model Folding Leather and Chrome Chairs by Arrben
By Arrben
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare set of vintage Italian Tamara chairs made by Arrben. Sleek and modern with polished chrome frames and black saddle leather. Includes the original seat spring construction. M...
Chrome
Sold
H 32.5 in W 19.5 in D 19 in
Vintage 1960s Italian Set of Six Chrome and Leather Folding Chairs by Elios
By Elios
Located in San Antonio, TX
This set of ten vintage Italian chrome and leather folding chairs by Elios are in overall good condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Brilliant chrome frame. Aged natural leath...
Chrome
Midcentury Coronet Folding Chairs from Norquist, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern folding chairs model Coronet by Norquist. Designed and made in the 1960s these charming folding chairs are very well made. Teak frames with black sk...
Faux Leather, Teak
Sold
H 31.3 in W 15.75 in D 17.33 in
Mobel Italia 1950s Luisa Leather Folding Dining Chair by Marcello Cuneo
By Marcello Cuneo
Located in Rochester, England
A masterpiece of Italian mid-century design, the Mobel Italia 1950s Luisa Folding Dining Chair by Marcello Cuneo epitomizes functional elegance.
Steel
Sold
H 31.25 in W 19 in D 19 in
Ten French Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Guy Lefevre for Maison Jansen
By Guy Lefevre
Located in New York, NY
Ten French Mid-Century Modern leather folding chairs for dining in a sleek modern form including chic saber legs; luxuriously appointed in nickel with angled brass sabots and brass h...
Brass
Sold
H 30.75 in W 19.75 in D 17.75 in
Tamara by Arrben Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Leather Folding Chairs, a Pair
By Arrben
Located in Fulton, CA
A pair of chrome and leather folding dining chairs by Arrben, Italy, circa 1970s.
Chrome
1970s, Leather and Wooden Folding Chair
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s leather and wooden folding chair.
Leather, Wood
19th Folding Iron Chair with Leather Seat
Located in Marbella, ES
19th Folding Iron Chair with Leather Seat
Iron
Sold
H 34.65 in W 19.69 in D 21.26 in
Set of 4 Campaign Chairs - foldable Safari Chairs - Almazan, Spain 1960s
By Mogens Koch
Located in Schwerin, MV
Set of 4 folding Campaigner chairs / Safari / Director's chairs by Almazan - Spain from the 1960s, based on the Mogens Koch MK-16 chair from 1932. The backrest, armrests, and seat ar...
Brass
Sold
H 32 in W 19.5 in D 24.5 in
1950's French Iron And Brass Folding Dining Chairs In Leather Upholstery
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful set of 4 1950's French solid iron and brass with new leather upholstery folding dining chairs, fully restored and re-upholstered in leather with minor wear and patina due t...
Brass, Iron
Lübke Folding Dining Chairs Set by Fantoni & Geraci, 1970
By Lübke, Fontoni & Geraci
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
Designed in 1969 by the Italian design duo Fantoni & Geraci, it has become a classic in the folding dining chair segment. The black leather seats offer exceptional comfort thanks...
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Coronet Walnut Folding Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Coronet
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a set of six Mid-Century Modern Coronet Walnut Folding Dining Chairs. Featuring a folding design, six armless side chairs, walnut frames, and black vinyl upholste...
Upholstery, Faux Leather, Wood, Walnut
Set Of Four Mahogany, Cane & Leather Regency Folding Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Unusual and rare set of Regency style folding dining chairs in mahogany and cane, with dark ivory leather seats and scalloped backs.
Mahogany
Pair of Italian Folding Chairs Attributed to Arrben
By Arrben
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural folding chairs marked Made in Italy, attributed to Arrben. Iron frames in black finish with black leather seats and backrests. Both are in very good, original, cle...
Iron
1970's Tamara folding chairs by Arrben set of 7
By Arrben
Located in Diest, BE
Tamara folding chairs by Arrben set of 7 Italy 1970's
Leather
Set of Four Midcentury Folding Coronet Chairs by Norquist Products
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful set of four vintage modern chairs feature an angled walnut frame that conveniently folds up for storage. A unique curved back rest, padded arm rests, and a sturdy waln...
Faux Leather, Walnut
Set of 2 Italian Folding Chairs by Giorgio Cattelan for Cidue, 1970s
By Giorgio Cattelan
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
The amazing pair of mid-century folding chairs in black metal and faux leather. This fantastic set was designed by Giorgio Cattelan and manufactured by Cidue in Italy in the 1970s.
Metal
Sold
H 36.23 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Set of Four Vono/Elios Folding Chairs-Dining Chairs by Lübke Leather and Chrome
By Lübke
Located in Halle, DE
Set of four chromed steel and black leather dining chairs/folding chairs. Probably the most stylish folding-chair ever produced.
Chrome
Sold
H 33.25 in W 19.5 in D 22 in
Campaign Folding Chairs in the Style of Maison Jansen, Set of Eight, circa 1960
By Maison Jansen, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant Mid-Century Modern set comprises of four red and four black folding chairs upholstered in faux leather. They feature brass metal embellishments on the frames, brass tuft...
Metal
Sold
H 33.25 in W 19.5 in D 22 in
Campaign Folding Chairs in the Style of Maison Jansen, Set of Four, circa 1960
By Maison Jansen, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant Mid-Century Modern meets Hollywood Regency set comprises of four red folding chairs upholstered in faux leather. They feature brass metal embellishments on the frames, b...
Metal
Sold
H 34.65 in W 19.69 in D 21.26 in
4 Foldable Campaign/Safari Chairs Like Mogens Koch MK 16 - Almazan, Spain 1960s
By Mogens Koch
Located in Schwerin, MV
Set of 4 folding Campaigner chairs / Safari / Director's chairs by Almazan - Spain from the 1960s, based on the Mogens Koch MK-16 chair from 1932. The backrest, armrests, and seat ar...
Brass
Sold
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 18.12 in
Set of 4 Vintage Fontoni & Geraci ‘Elios‘ Foldable Leather Chairs, Italy, 1960s
By Fontoni & Geraci
Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU
Set of 4 vintage Fontoni & Geraci "Elios" folding chairs in chrome and leather. Listing includes sleek Modernist form, thick tan leather stitched seat and back, chrome metal foldi...
Chrome
Sold
H 31.11 in W 19.3 in D 18.12 in
Set of Four Chrome and Leather “Tamara” Folding Chairs by Arrben, Italy, 1970s
By Arrben
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Chrome and leather “Tamara” folding chairs by Arrben, Italy, 1970s Metal has some rust, backs have new black leather upholstery.
Chrome
Set of 6 Folding Chairs by Mogens Koch
Located in New York, NY
An amazing and rare set of Folding Chairs with the original stand by Mogens Koch. Features a beech frame, canvas sling seat and back, leather sling arms, and brass fittings. Modele...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Folding Chair, Allan Gould, 1950s
By Allan Gould
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Beautiful wooden folding chair with black faux leather of Allan Gould.
Faux Leather, Wood
Folding Hunting Chair, Danish Design, Teak Wood, Leather, 1960s
Located in Tarm, DK
Folding hunting chair, Scandinavian design. Produced in circa 1960. Teak wood, leather straps. Spin on leather straps.
Brass
$16,500 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
$9,500 / set
H 31.89 in W 18.51 in D 19.69 in
Novo Rumo Jorge Zalszupin (Attributed) Set of 6 Dining Chairs
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Washington, DC
Rare set of 6 dining chairs in rich colored wood and metal. Attributed to Brazilian master Jorge Zalszupin.
Upholstery, Wood
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.
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