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Set 4 Antique French Carved Oak Dining Chair Renaissance Dragon Lion Gothic
Set 4 Antique French Carved Oak Dining Chair Renaissance Dragon Lion Gothic

Set 4 Antique French Carved Oak Dining Chair Renaissance Dragon Lion Gothic

Located in Shreveport, LA

Set 4 antique French carved oak dining chair Renaissance dragon lion Gothic ~Direct from France

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Renaissance Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Eight George III Mahogany Dining Chairs in the Gothic Style
Set of Eight George III Mahogany Dining Chairs in the Gothic Style

Set of Eight George III Mahogany Dining Chairs in the Gothic Style

Located in New York, NY

Each with serpentine crest rail over a delicately pierced Gothic tracery back splat; with a damask

Category

Antique 1770s English Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Gothic Revival Decorated Wooden Chairs by Kittinger
Pair of Gothic Revival Decorated Wooden Chairs by Kittinger

Pair of Gothic Revival Decorated Wooden Chairs by Kittinger

By Kittinger Furniture Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A pair of gothic revival altar chairs by Kittinger Furniture. Slender wood backs with polychrome

Category

Mid-20th Century American Gothic Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Twelve Antique circa 1800 French Gothic Revival French Dining Chairs Very Fine
Twelve Antique circa 1800 French Gothic Revival French Dining Chairs Very Fine

Twelve Antique circa 1800 French Gothic Revival French Dining Chairs Very Fine

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

dining chairs with early silk embroidered upholstery, most likely from France These chairs were

Category

Antique Early 1800s French George III Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Silk

8 Antique Berkey & Gay William & Mary Walnut Dining Room Chairs Jacobean Gothic
8 Antique Berkey & Gay William & Mary Walnut Dining Room Chairs Jacobean Gothic

8 Antique Berkey & Gay William & Mary Walnut Dining Room Chairs Jacobean Gothic

By Berkey & Gay Furniture

Located in Dayton, OH

"Antique Berkey & Gay dining chairs. A beautiful blend of William & Mary, Jacobean and gothic

Category

Early 20th Century William and Mary Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of George III Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs in the Chippendale Gothic Taste
Pair of George III Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs in the Chippendale Gothic Taste

Pair of George III Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs in the Chippendale Gothic Taste

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire

A pair of George III carved mahogany dining chairs in the Chippendale Gothic taste The serpentine

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

French 19th Century Set of 5 Gothic Style Chairs
French 19th Century Set of 5 Gothic Style Chairs

French 19th Century Set of 5 Gothic Style Chairs

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This set of remarkable Gothic style chairs are made of solid oak that has acquired a warm patina

Category

Antique 19th Century French Gothic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Vintage Gothic Revival Kittenger High Back Altar Chairs, a Pair
Vintage Gothic Revival Kittenger High Back Altar Chairs, a Pair

Vintage Gothic Revival Kittenger High Back Altar Chairs, a Pair

By Kittinger

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Fantastic pair of vintage Gothic Revival altar chairs. Beautiful patina of time on these carved

Category

Mid-20th Century American Gothic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 6 19th Century Gothic Oak Celtic Design Country Chairs
Set of 6 19th Century Gothic Oak Celtic Design Country Chairs

Set of 6 19th Century Gothic Oak Celtic Design Country Chairs

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Set of 6 19th century Gothic oak Celtic design country chairs This a great find, we have a set

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Gothic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Unusual Set of 8 Gothic Revival Oak Chairs with American Flag
Unusual Set of 8 Gothic Revival Oak Chairs with American Flag

Unusual Set of 8 Gothic Revival Oak Chairs with American Flag

Located in San Francisco, CA

An extremely well-made set of 8 oak and pollard oak Gothic revival side chairs of good scale, each

Category

Antique 19th Century American Gothic Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Antique Oak Set of Six Gothic Chairs
Antique Oak Set of Six Gothic Chairs

Antique Oak Set of Six Gothic Chairs

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

A delightful and very attractive set of six oak mid 19th century Chairs having unusual gothic

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 6 Heavy Arts and Crafts Gothic Oak and Leather Dining or Boardroom Chairs
Set of 6 Heavy Arts and Crafts Gothic Oak and Leather Dining or Boardroom Chairs

Set of 6 Heavy Arts and Crafts Gothic Oak and Leather Dining or Boardroom Chairs

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Set of 6 Heavy Arts and Crafts Gothic oak and leather dining or boardroom chairs A very good

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Six Gothic Style Rattan Chairs by McGuire
Set of Six Gothic Style Rattan Chairs by McGuire

Set of Six Gothic Style Rattan Chairs by McGuire

By McGuire

Located in Dallas, TX

Set of six Gothic style rattan chairs by McGuire. New upholstery and refinishing is recommended

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rattan

Set of Ten 19th Century English Mahogany Dining Chairs
Set of Ten 19th Century English Mahogany Dining Chairs

Set of Ten 19th Century English Mahogany Dining Chairs

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A fantastic set of ten antique mahogany dining chairs from 19th century, England. The chairs have

Category

Antique 19th Century English Gothic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Set of Ten 17th Century Style Carved Oak Dining Chairs
Set of Ten 17th Century Style Carved Oak Dining Chairs

Set of Ten 17th Century Style Carved Oak Dining Chairs

Located in Cheshire, GB

A set of ten mid Victorian carved oak dining chairs, the large foliate carved pierced high backs

Category

Antique 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Gothic Dining Room Chairs

Set of Eight Antique Leather and Oak Dining Chairs
Set of Eight Antique Leather and Oak Dining Chairs

Set of Eight Antique Leather and Oak Dining Chairs

Located in London, GB

A beautiful set of eight antique leather and oak dining chairs. They are in the gothic revival

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Vintage 1920s British Gothic Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Set of Eight Antique Leather and Oak Dining Chairs
Set of Eight Antique Leather and Oak Dining Chairs

Set of Eight Antique Leather and Oak Dining Chairs

Located in London, GB

A beautiful set of eight antique leather and oak dining chairs. They are in the gothic revival

Category

Vintage 1920s British Gothic Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Vintage rustic Spanish gothic leather and wrought iron chairs, 20th century
Vintage rustic Spanish gothic leather and wrought iron chairs, 20th century

Vintage rustic Spanish gothic leather and wrought iron chairs, 20th century

Located in View Park, CA

GOTHTIQUE: a 4set of wrought iron and leather antique Spanish gothic chairs, early to mid 20th

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Gothic Revival Style Dragon Motif Brass and Leather Mahogany Oak Chairs
Gothic Revival Style Dragon Motif Brass and Leather Mahogany Oak Chairs

Gothic Revival Style Dragon Motif Brass and Leather Mahogany Oak Chairs

Located in Chattanooga, TN

These uniquely petite chairs beg a lot of questions. Some will remain unknown, but we’ll do our

Category

Vintage 1970s American Medieval Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Twelve Matching French Antique Hand Tooled Leather Dining Chairs, circa 1880
Twelve Matching French Antique Hand Tooled Leather Dining Chairs, circa 1880

Twelve Matching French Antique Hand Tooled Leather Dining Chairs, circa 1880

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

French antique dining chairs in the Henri II style all in excellent original condition. The leather is

Category

Antique 1860s French Gothic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Four Leather Dining Chairs
Set of Four Leather Dining Chairs

Set of Four Leather Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Black leather gothic style dining chairs. Note the rivet details throughout.

Category

Vintage 1950s Belgian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Fine Set of Eight 19th Century Carved Oak and Leather Dining Chairs
Fine Set of Eight 19th Century Carved Oak and Leather Dining Chairs

Fine Set of Eight 19th Century Carved Oak and Leather Dining Chairs

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Stunning gothic influenced chairs circa 1870. Leather upholstery, some covering in good condition

Category

Antique 1870s English Gothic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

4 Vintage Romweber Viking Oak Leather Dining Poker Game Pub Chairs
4 Vintage Romweber Viking Oak Leather Dining Poker Game Pub Chairs

4 Vintage Romweber Viking Oak Leather Dining Poker Game Pub Chairs

By Romweber Furniture Co.

Located in Dayton, OH

Four vintage Romweber Viking Oak collection side dining chairs. Made of quartersawn oak featuring

Category

Late 20th Century Gothic Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

4 Vintage Romweber Viking Carved Oak Leather Dining Poker Game Pub Chairs
4 Vintage Romweber Viking Carved Oak Leather Dining Poker Game Pub Chairs

4 Vintage Romweber Viking Carved Oak Leather Dining Poker Game Pub Chairs

By Romweber Furniture Co.

Located in Dayton, OH

"Four vintage Romweber Viking Oak collection side dining chairs. Made of quartersawn oak featuring

Category

Late 20th Century Gothic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Vintage Brutalist Sculpted Rebar Dining Chairs in the Manner of Ileana Goor
Vintage Brutalist Sculpted Rebar Dining Chairs in the Manner of Ileana Goor

Vintage Brutalist Sculpted Rebar Dining Chairs in the Manner of Ileana Goor

By Ilana Goor

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Striking vintage set of 6 Brutalist dining chairs. Made in the manner of Ilana Goor. Heavy

Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Gothic Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Iron

Set of 6 19th Century Country dining Chairs   This is a charming set of
Set of 6 19th Century Country dining Chairs   This is a charming set of

Set of 6 19th Century Country dining Chairs This is a charming set of

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Set of 6 19th Century Country dining Chairs This is a charming set of Oak dining chairs there are

Category

Antique 19th Century Gothic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 8 Chippendale style dining chairs
Set of 8 Chippendale style dining chairs

Set of 8 Chippendale style dining chairs

Located in San Francisco, CA

A fine set of English mahogany Gothic Chippendale style dining chairs consisting of 2 armchairs

Category

Antique 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

A Set of 4 Victorian Barley Twist Oak Dining Chairs     This is a lovely set
A Set of 4 Victorian Barley Twist Oak Dining Chairs     This is a lovely set

A Set of 4 Victorian Barley Twist Oak Dining Chairs This is a lovely set

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Set of 4 Victorian Barley Twist Oak Dining Chairs This is a lovely set of High Back Dining

Category

Antique 1880s Gothic Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Antique Set of 6Continental Deeply Carved Genre Scenes Oak Dining Chairs, c 1890
Antique Set of 6Continental Deeply Carved Genre Scenes Oak Dining Chairs, c 1890

Antique Set of 6Continental Deeply Carved Genre Scenes Oak Dining Chairs, c 1890

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique set of six continental dining chairs offers oak construction with wagon wheel form crest

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Antique Late 19th Century German Gothic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Oak

Set of Six 19th Century Revival Dining Chairs
Set of Six 19th Century Revival Dining Chairs

Set of Six 19th Century Revival Dining Chairs

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

A set of six 19th Century gothic revival dining chairs. This is a fine set of six 19th Century

Category

Antique 19th Century English Country Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

19th Century set of 12 English mahogany dining chairs
19th Century set of 12 English mahogany dining chairs

19th Century set of 12 English mahogany dining chairs

Located in Long Island City, NY

19th Century set of 12 English mahogany dining chairs, in Gothic Chippendale manner. Two arms and

Category

Antique 19th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 8+2 20th Century Gothic Oak Panel Back Dining Chairs
Set of 8+2 20th Century Gothic Oak Panel Back Dining Chairs

Set of 8+2 20th Century Gothic Oak Panel Back Dining Chairs

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

A Quality Set Of Chairs Consisting Of 6 Singles And 2 Carver Armchairs In The Gothic Taste

Category

Late 20th Century English Chairs

Materials

Oak

19th Century Gothic Revival French Victorian Chairs, Set of Six
19th Century Gothic Revival French Victorian Chairs, Set of Six

19th Century Gothic Revival French Victorian Chairs, Set of Six

Located in Forney, TX

A magnificent set of six Victorian era Gothic oak dining chairs from the 19th century. Hand-crafted

Category

Antique 19th Century French Gothic Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Remarkable Pair of 18th Century Gothic Yewwood Windsor Chairs
Remarkable Pair of 18th Century Gothic Yewwood Windsor Chairs

Remarkable Pair of 18th Century Gothic Yewwood Windsor Chairs

Located in Greenwich, CT

A fine and rare pair of 18th Century yew wood gothic Windsor armchairs having hoop top rails over

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Gothic Windsor Chairs

19th Century English Gothic Windsor Chair
19th Century English Gothic Windsor Chair

19th Century English Gothic Windsor Chair

Located in Greenwich, CT

English 19th Century "Gothick" Windsor, the two piece arched hoop over three shaped pierced spats with bentwood arm over nicely saddled single plank elm seat, standing on cabriole le...

Category

Antique 1890s English Georgian Windsor Chairs

Materials

Elm, Fruitwood

Pair of Gothic 19th Century Windsor Chairs
Pair of Gothic 19th Century Windsor Chairs

Pair of Gothic 19th Century Windsor Chairs

Located in London, by appointment only

A fine pair of Gothic elm and yew wood windsor chairs.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Windsor Chairs

Materials

Elm, Yew

Set of 6 Arts & Crafts Gothic Heraldic Lion Back Windsor Chairs
Set of 6 Arts & Crafts Gothic Heraldic Lion Back Windsor Chairs

Set of 6 Arts & Crafts Gothic Heraldic Lion Back Windsor Chairs

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Set of 6 Arts & Crafts Gothic Heraldic lion back Windsor chairs. A very unusual set of Windsor

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Windsor Chairs

Fine Early 19th Century Yew Wood Regency Gothic Windsor Armchair
Fine Early 19th Century Yew Wood Regency Gothic Windsor Armchair

Fine Early 19th Century Yew Wood Regency Gothic Windsor Armchair

Located in Greenwich, CT

color. Note, while many examples of Regency period Gothic Windsor side chairs are recorded, the as

Category

Antique 1820s English Gothic Windsor Chairs

Materials

Elm, Yew

Gothic Design Oak Refectory Table and Eight Chairs
Gothic Design Oak Refectory Table and Eight Chairs

Gothic Design Oak Refectory Table and Eight Chairs

Located in Cheshire, GB

spiral turned and stretchered supports united by stretcher. The eight chairs comprising of two armchairs

Category

Early 20th Century British Dining Room Sets

Materials

Oak

Pair of 18th Century George II Gothic Yew and Elm Windsor Armchairs, circa 1760
Pair of 18th Century George II Gothic Yew and Elm Windsor Armchairs, circa 1760

Pair of 18th Century George II Gothic Yew and Elm Windsor Armchairs, circa 1760

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

The Windsor chair at its most elaborate and fine, the Gothic Windsor of yew wood and elm, circa

Category

Antique 18th Century English Gothic Windsor Chairs

Materials

Elm, Yew

English Oak and Yew Wood  Gothic Revival Windsor Armchair
English Oak and Yew Wood  Gothic Revival Windsor Armchair

English Oak and Yew Wood Gothic Revival Windsor Armchair

Located in San Francisco, CA

English Georgian period style Gothic revival chair made in the mid to late 19th century. The

Category

Antique 19th Century English Windsor Chairs

Vintage Witco Rustic Carved Wood Conquistador Dining Set with Red Fur Chairs
Vintage Witco Rustic Carved Wood Conquistador Dining Set with Red Fur Chairs

Vintage Witco Rustic Carved Wood Conquistador Dining Set with Red Fur Chairs

By William Westenhaver / Witco, Witco

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Fabulous complete Witco Tiki dining set with four red velvet chairs and expanding dining table

Category

Vintage 1960s American Gothic Revival Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

2 Antique Renaissance Gothic Revival Carved Mahogany Throne Dining Chairs
2 Antique Renaissance Gothic Revival Carved Mahogany Throne Dining Chairs

2 Antique Renaissance Gothic Revival Carved Mahogany Throne Dining Chairs

Located in Dayton, OH

A pair of impressive Gothic / Renaissance revival occasional armchairs featuring ornate high relief

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Gothic Revival Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

McGuire Bamboo Chinese Chippendale chairs
McGuire Bamboo Chinese Chippendale chairs

McGuire Bamboo Chinese Chippendale chairs

By McGuire

Located in Redding, CT

McGuire bamboo whitewashed Hollywood Regency dining chairs. Gothic shaped back to these lightweight

Category

Vintage 1980s American Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Sets

Materials

Glass, Upholstery, Bamboo

Italian Savonarola Iron Armchair
Italian Savonarola Iron Armchair

Italian Savonarola Iron Armchair

Located in Sheffield, MA

, Gothic, Empire style dining chair, garden chair.

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Gothic Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Gothic Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Antique Gothic Dining Chairs, Set of 4

Antique Gothic Dining Chairs, Set of 4

Located in Esperance, NY

Antique Gothic dining chairs - Set of 4.

Category

Antique 1890s Unknown Gothic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 8 Georgian Mahogany Gothic Dining Chairs
Set of 8 Georgian Mahogany Gothic Dining Chairs

Set of 8 Georgian Mahogany Gothic Dining Chairs

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

A fine set of George III Mahogany gothic dining chairs with turned and fluted front legs. arm

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Gothic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Gothic Revival Carved Oak Dining Chairs, 7
Gothic Revival Carved Oak Dining Chairs, 7

Gothic Revival Carved Oak Dining Chairs, 7

Located in Astoria, NY

Set of Seven Gothic Revival Carved Oak Dining Chairs, early 20th century, with openwork backs

Category

Early 20th Century Gothic Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Six Oak Gothic Revival Dining Room Chairs, 1930s
Six Oak Gothic Revival Dining Room Chairs, 1930s

Six Oak Gothic Revival Dining Room Chairs, 1930s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare set of six Gothic Revival dining room chairs. Striking Dutch design from the

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Gothic Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Eight Gothic Style Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs 19th C
Eight Gothic Style Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs 19th C

Eight Gothic Style Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs 19th C

Located in San Francisco, CA

Eight Gothic style carved mahogany dining chairs 19th c. Handsomely hand carved Gothic style

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Gothic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Mahogany

Set of Six 19th C. Gothic-Style Leather Dining Chairs
Set of Six 19th C. Gothic-Style Leather Dining Chairs

Set of Six 19th C. Gothic-Style Leather Dining Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 19th C. Italian Gothic-style dining chairs featuring intricate wooden carvings and dark

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Gothic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Set of 10 Gothic Style Dining Chairs
Set of 10 Gothic Style Dining Chairs

Set of 10 Gothic Style Dining Chairs

Located in Pomona, CA

Oakwood carved gothic style set of 10 dining chairs. Brown color upholstery one chair has minor

Category

Vintage 1920s British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

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Gothic Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of gothic dining chairs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct gothic dining chairs — often made from wood, oak and fabric — can elevate any home. We have 221 antique and vintage gothic dining chairs in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of gothic dining chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Victorian, Arts and Crafts and Georgian gothic dining chairs are consistently popular styles. Many gothic dining chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Gillows of Lancaster & London, Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin and John Pollard Seddon produced popular gothic dining chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Gothic Dining Chairs?

Prices for gothic dining chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, gothic dining chairs begin at $295 and can go as high as $298,500, while the average can fetch as much as $4,499.

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 Gothic Dining Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A 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, 2021
    Dining 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A 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, 2023
    The 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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, 2023
    Whether 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    Many 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, 2024
    A 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 ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is good quality, first push on the backrest. Wobbling or creaking may indicate that a chair is poorly made. Next, look over every visible part of the frame. Good-quality dining chairs should display even finishes and tight-fitting joints. If the chair has upholstery, examine it for any gaps or wrinkles, which may suggest poor craftsmanship. Find a large selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Choosing 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, 2022
    The 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.