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Miss Gina 4 Chair
By Lalabonbon
Located in Milan, IT
This fun dining chair with a vintage feel has a simple metal frame varnished in opaque black. The
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Miss Tina 1 Chair
By Lalabonbon
Located in Milan, IT
A vintage-inspired, fun dining chair that will add a little pep to any dining room. The chair
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Fun Set of Six Panton Inspired Italian Black Lacquered Dining Chairs Mid-Century
By Verner Panton
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic fun set of six Panton style black lacquer dining chairs. The upholstery is in gorgeous
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lacquer, Upholstery, Wood
H 31.5 in W 26.5 in D 22 in
Fun Set of Four Midcentury "S" Chairs Designed by Verner Panton
By Verner Panton
Located in Pemberton, NJ
This stylish and fun set of four "S" style dining chairs feature the contemporary modern style of
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of 18 Belgian dining chairs
Located in MADRID, ES
This is a fabulous set of Belgian Dining Chairs from the 18th C. The delicate green hand painted
Category
Antique 18th Century Belgian Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Contemporary Dining Chair Offered in Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This dining chair redefines the need for curves in an interior. As playful as it is graceful, its
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Contemporary Dining Chair Offered in Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This dining chair redefines the need for curves in an interior. As playful as it is graceful, its
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Six Studio Dining Chairs in Brushed Metal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
side chairs. Fun mad hatter style for your dining room!
Please confirm location NY or NJ
Category
20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Danish Modern Dining Chairs - Set of Six
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W19 D19 H33 SW16.5 SD17 SH18
Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs with Fresh Upholstery. Chairs have
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Set of 6 Fun French 1950s' Dining Chairs
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
6 dining chairs upholstered in their original "toile cirée" fabric (a sort of oilcloth, very
Category
Vintage 1950s French Side Chairs
Set of 6 Dining Chairs - France, Circa 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Fresh and fun set of 6 didning chairs with engraved backs with "ears" and twisted back rods
Category
Early 20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Modernist Green Vintage Beech Stackable Dining Chairs 1950s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Modernist Mid-Century Modern twelve ( 12 ) vintage dining chairs from beech in green color designed
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Sommar Dining Chair in White Oak with Spindle Back
By Greg Mitchell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
enough whimsy to keep the vibe fun, the Sommar Dining Chair was designed to fill a variety of roles. It
Category
2010s American Shaker Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Gianni Vigorelli Set of Six Vintage Red Dining Chairs
By Gianni Vigorelli
Located in Milano, IT
The set of six extravagant dining room chairs are design by Gianni Vigorelli in the ‘50s and are of
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1960s German Café Dining Chairs Brown Frame, Set of Five
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960s German café dining chairs brown frame – set of five
1960s German café dining chairs brown
Category
Vintage 1960s German Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
1960s German Café Dining Chairs Brown Frame, Set of Eight
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960s German café dining chairs brown frame – set of eight
1960s German café dining chairs brown
Category
Vintage 1960s German Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Sommar Dining Chair in White Oak with Spindle Back in Stock
By Greg Mitchell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
enough whimsy to keep the vibe fun, the Sommar Dining Chair was designed to fill a variety of roles. It
Category
2010s American Shaker Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Walnut
1960s German Café Dining Chairs with Aqua Frame, Set of Eight
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960s German Café dining chairs with aqua frame – set of eight
1960s German Café dining chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s German Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of Five Mid-Century Swivel Dining Chairs by I V Chair Company Brooklyn Ny
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Fun set of five swivel base mid-century dining height chairs. The set consists of five chairs, each
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 31.5 in W 20 in D 22 in
Chrome & Black Leather 1970s 6 Dining Chairs Attributed to Gastone Rinaldi
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in San Angelo, TX
What a unique set of Italian 1970s dining chairs in the style of Gastone Rinaldi!! These are
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 33.07 in W 17.32 in D 18.11 in
Italian Set of Six Sculptural Dining Chairs in Wood and Floral Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of six dining chairs, beech, fabric, Italy, 1960s
Set of six Italian mid-century modern dining
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 31.11 in W 17.72 in D 18.51 in
Scandinavian Modern Vamdrup Stolefabrik Solid Teak Danish Dining Chairs Set of 6
By Vamdrup Stolefabrik, Kai Kristiansen, Arne Vodder
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Dining Table available and sold separately.
The FMV restoration team chose this tasty plum fabric
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak, Fabric
H 33.75 in W 20 in D 23.5 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Eight Green Beech Stackable Dining Chairs 1950 Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
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Through the bold apple green color tone these dining chairs provide a dose of fun, while the seating
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
H 30.91 in W 18.9 in D 20.48 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
H 31.5 in W 16.93 in D 22.84 in
MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chair Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak plywood
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
Boho Chic Twisted Pencil Reed Cane Back Dining Arm Chairs With Pink Cushions
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Our Boho Chic Twisted Pencil Reed Cane Back Dining Arm Chairs come in a set of six, offering an
Category
1990s Philippine Bohemian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Reed
H 38.5 in W 23.5 in D 21.5 in
4 Rustic Oak Arne Hovmand Olsen Dining Chairs for Mogens Kold Mobelfabrik 1950
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Welcome to the epitome of mid-century rustic charm – a set of four dining-room chairs designed by
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Rustic Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 31.5 in W 19.3 in D 18.51 in
MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chair Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak plywood
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
Extendable Round Dining Room Set by Rainer Daumiller Brutalist Table + 5 Chairs
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Copenhagen, DK
German architect turned designer, Rainer Daumiller, popularized these playful pine dining sets
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Pine
H 29.14 in W 24.02 in D 19.3 in
Vintage Mies Van Der Rohe MR10 Dining Chair, As-is, Damaged Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Shippensburg, PA
LUDWIG MIES VAN DER ROHE MR10 BLACK LEATHER AND CHROMED STEEL DINING CHAIR
Unmarked, circa 1960s
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Fourteen Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Dining Chairs in Ivory Bouclé
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
dining chairs for Thayer Coggin freshly reupholstered in soft ivory bouclé fabric circa 1970. The look is
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 36 in W 19.5 in D 22.5 in
Mid Century Memphis Style High Back White Oak Danish Skovby Dining Chairs-Set 6
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in El Cajon, CA
dining chairs with elongated abstracted triangular design. Architectural bases are made of solid European
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Streamlined Moderne Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 40 in W 18 in D 18.5 in
Vintage 1970s Mies Van Der Rohe Mr10 Dining Chair, As-Is, Missing Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Vintage 1970s Mies Van Der Rohe Mr10 Dining Chair, As-Is, Missing Leather
Item # 205XPW14-5
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Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 30.88 in W 19 in D 26.75 in
Set of Twelve Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Dining Chairs in Lux Ivory Bouclé
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
dining chairs for Thayer Coggin freshly reupholstered in soft ivory bouclé fabric circa 1970. The look is
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 36 in W 19.5 in D 22.5 in
Vintage MCM Keller Furniture Oak Valkerie ii Dining Chairs by Edmond J Spence
By Edmond J. Spence, Keller
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Mid-Century Modern Keller furniture Valkerie II Line dining or side chairs by
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 33 in W 18.5 in D 21 in
Set of 10 MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chairs Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
H 33.5 in W 15.5 in D 19 in
Set of 12 MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chairs Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
H 33.5 in W 15.5 in D 19 in
Set of 6 MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chairs Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
H 33.5 in W 15.5 in D 19 in
Set of 4 MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chairs Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
H 33.5 in W 15.5 in D 19 in
Set of 8 MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chairs Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
H 33.5 in W 15.5 in D 19 in
Mirtha Chair
Located in New York, NY
Chic profile and comfort define the Mirtha chair. Beautiful Upholstered chair with a removal apron
Category
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Boomerang Chair
By Arturo Verástegui
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
extraordinary design pieces.
Have you ever played with a boomerang? This fun collection, inspired by the
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Boomerang Light Chair
By Arturo Verástegui
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
extraordinary pieces of design.
Have you ever played with a boomerang? This fun collection, inspired by the
Category
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
David Kawecki Set 6 Puzzle chairs
By David Kawecki
Located in Westport, CT
6 Wonderful fun unique Puzzle Chairs designed by David Kawecki,these chairs are in very fine
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plywood
Knoll Armless Saarinen Plastic-Back Side Chair in ZigZag Fabric
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Wilton, CT
mutlicolor fabric. We offer this at a set - perfect for a fun kitchen - or as a single chair, great for a
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Kartell Lou Lou Children's Ghost Chair in Pink by Philippe Starck
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The miniature version of one of the most famous design chairs joins the Kartell Kids line in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Matteo Grassi Cantilever MG5 Black Leather Chairs by Centro Studi
By Matteo Grassi, Centro Studi, Marcel Breuer
Located in Chattanooga, TN
interesting and fun to collect.
Handsome set of (2) MG5 chairs by Matteo Grassi in black leather armchairs
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Kartell Lou Lou Children's Ghost Chair in Crystal by Philippe Starck
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The miniature version of one of the most famous design chairs joins the Kartell Kids line in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 24.75 in W 14.65 in D 15.65 in
Kartell Lou Lou Children's Ghost Chair in Crystal Dinosaurs by Philippe Starck
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The miniature version of one of the most famous design chairs joins the Kartell Kids line in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 24.75 in W 14.65 in D 15.65 in
Kartell Lou Lou Children's Ghost Chair in Light Blue by Philippe Starck
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The miniature version of one of the most famous design chairs joins the Kartell Kids line in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 24.75 in W 14.65 in D 15.65 in
Kartell Lou Lou Children's Ghost Chair in Crystal Drawings by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The miniature version of one of the most famous design chairs joins the Kartell Kids line in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 24.75 in W 14.65 in D 15.65 in
Kartell Lou Lou Children's Ghost Chair in Pink Princess by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The miniature version of one of the most famous design chairs joins the Kartell Kids line in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 24.75 in W 14.65 in D 15.65 in
Kartell Lou Lou Children's Ghost Chair in Crystal Heart by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The miniature version of one of the most famous design chairs joins the Kartell Kids line in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 24.75 in W 14.65 in D 15.65 in
8 Bauhaus Black Leather & Chrome Cantilever Italian Chairs Attributed Mart Stam
By Mart Stam
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible Late 20th Century Bauhaus style black leather & chrome tube cantilever chairs attributed
Category
20th Century Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 31 in W 23 in D 22.5 in
Kartell Lou Lou Children's Ghost Chair in Light Blue Prince by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The miniature version of one of the most famous design chairs joins the Kartell Kids line in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 24.75 in W 14.65 in D 15.65 in
Robert Venturi 'Queen Anne' Chair for Knoll International, C. 1985, Signed
By Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown, Robert Venturi, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare and sought after set of four (4) collectors pieces are called the 'Queen Anne' chairs by
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Laminate, Plywood
Set of 4 Kartell Lou Children's Ghost Chair in Glossy Black by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, this chair is available in a rainbow of fun and delightful colours.
Made of: Polycarbonate. Outdoor
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 24.75 in W 14.65 in D 15.65 in
Kartell Lou Lou Children's Ghost Chair Light Blue It's a Boy by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The miniature version of one of the most famous design chairs joins the Kartell Kids line in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 24.75 in W 14.65 in D 15.65 in
Kartell Lou Lou Children's Ghost Chair in Pink It's a Girl by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Kartell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The miniature version of one of the most famous design chairs joins the Kartell Kids line in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
H 24.75 in W 14.65 in D 15.65 in
Set of Four Rustic Style Oak Ladder Back Chairs, Early 20th Century
Located in Southampton, NY
Set of four Rustic style oak ladder back side chairs, early 20th century
An unusual set of chairs
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Oak
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Fun Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal fun dining chair for your home. A fun dining chair — often made from metal, fabric and wood — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a fun dining chair, we have 41 options in-stock, while there are 39 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the fun dining chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A fun dining chair made by modern designers — as well as those associated with mid-century modern — is very popular. A well-made fun dining chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Houtique, Masquespacio and De Sede are consistently popular.
How Much is a Fun Dining Chair?
Prices for a fun dining chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $235 and can go as high as $16,164, while the average can fetch as much as $2,200.
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 Fun Dining Chair
- 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 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 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 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 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 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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