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Set of Four Sculptural Highback Dining Chairs by Adrian Pearsall  Ca. 1960s
Set of Four Sculptural Highback Dining Chairs by Adrian Pearsall  Ca. 1960s

Set of Four Sculptural Highback Dining Chairs by Adrian Pearsall Ca. 1960s

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Peabody, MA

Set of four high back sculptural mid-century dining chairs by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Upholstery

Six Danish Teak Highback Dining Chairs
Six Danish Teak Highback Dining Chairs

Six Danish Teak Highback Dining Chairs

Located in Oakland, CA

Six solid teak dining chairs crafted of solid teak with angled, slatted back rests, which offers

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Highback Dining Chair in Walnut by Giuseppe Rivadossi, Italy, 1970s
Highback Dining Chair in Walnut by Giuseppe Rivadossi, Italy, 1970s

Highback Dining Chair in Walnut by Giuseppe Rivadossi, Italy, 1970s

By Giuseppe Rivadossi

Located in Hellouw, NL

This beautiful chair was designed and made by Italian designer Giuseppe Rivadossi in the 1970s. A

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 6 Highback Pine Wood Dining Chairs, 1970s
Set of 6 Highback Pine Wood Dining Chairs, 1970s

Set of 6 Highback Pine Wood Dining Chairs, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Set of 6 solid pine wood highback dining chairs. They have a simple, functional and sturdy

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Pine

Arne Vodder Style Highback Danish Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Sibast Mobler
Arne Vodder Style Highback Danish Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Sibast Mobler

Arne Vodder Style Highback Danish Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Sibast Mobler

By Arne Vodder, Sibast, Niels Koefoed

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Stunning Arne Vodder style set of six highback dining chairs by Sibast Mobler. Similar in style to

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cherry

Set of 6 Ladder Back Dining Chairs by Bähre Mignon Möbel
Set of 6 Ladder Back Dining Chairs by Bähre Mignon Möbel

Set of 6 Ladder Back Dining Chairs by Bähre Mignon Möbel

By Pastoe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Highback Dining Chairs. Good Original Condition. The seating has been re-upholstered by the previous owner

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Memphis Style Zino Chairs by Harvink, 1980s
Memphis Style Zino Chairs by Harvink, 1980s

Memphis Style Zino Chairs by Harvink, 1980s

By Harvink

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Memphis design inspired highback dining chairs model 'Zino' by dutch company Harvink. The chairs

Category

Vintage 1980s Dutch Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Chrome Highback Upholstered Dining Chairs
Chrome Highback Upholstered Dining Chairs

Chrome Highback Upholstered Dining Chairs

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Chrome framed dark brown corduroy upholstered dining chairs.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Postmodern Highback Sculptural Waterfall Dining Chairs
Postmodern Highback Sculptural Waterfall Dining Chairs

Postmodern Highback Sculptural Waterfall Dining Chairs

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

A fabulous set of six Postmodern dining chairs in natural taupe vinyl. Great waterfall design with

Category

20th Century Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather

Highback metal dining chairs, 1980s - set of 6
Highback metal dining chairs, 1980s - set of 6

Highback metal dining chairs, 1980s - set of 6

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Vintage grey metal dining chairs with high backs designed in japanese style. Beautiful bent metal

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Highback Ash Modern Dining Armchair
Highback Ash Modern Dining Armchair

Highback Ash Modern Dining Armchair

Located in Westwood, NJ

Highback Ash Modern dining armchair, a handsome addition at any table, the armchair elevates every

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

4 Highback "Ingram" Dining Chairs by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Italy, 1980s
4 Highback "Ingram" Dining Chairs by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Italy, 1980s

4 Highback "Ingram" Dining Chairs by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Italy, 1980s

By Cassina, Charles Rennie Mackintosh

Located in Hellouw, NL

This set of four Charles Rennie Mackintosh model Ingram dining chairs embodies timeless elegance

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Ash

Set of 8 Highback Iron Faux Bamboo Chairs
Set of 8 Highback Iron Faux Bamboo Chairs

Set of 8 Highback Iron Faux Bamboo Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Set of 8 Highback Iron Faux Bamboo Chairs in original paint. Seats are newly recovered. Seat

Category

Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Iron

Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

This set of six carved light oak ladder-back chairs, familiar to the "Razorblade" model, designed

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Beautiful Set of 10 Highback Rosewood Chairs by Moeller
Beautiful Set of 10 Highback Rosewood Chairs by Moeller

Beautiful Set of 10 Highback Rosewood Chairs by Moeller

Located in New York, NY

Outstanding original matched set of ten dining chairs by N.O.Moeller. Gorgeously carved tall

Category

20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 8.
Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 8.

Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 8.

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Asaa, DK

1960s. Set of eight. Vintage Danish dining chairs in solid nordic oak. This highback model offers

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Thonet 567 jugendstil highback chairs with velvet upholstery by Otto Prutschler
Thonet 567 jugendstil highback chairs with velvet upholstery by Otto Prutschler

Thonet 567 jugendstil highback chairs with velvet upholstery by Otto Prutschler

By Thonet, Otto Prutscher

Located in Zevenaar, NL

Very rare set of 5 Thonet chairs no.567 by Otto Prutscher for Café Heinrichshof, the Grand Cafe on

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Jugendstil Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Beech

Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 6.
Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 6.

Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 6.

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Asaa, DK

1960s. Set of six. Vintage Danish dining chairs in solid nordic oak with original upholstery. This

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Danish Razorblade Highback Chairs in Light Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set 4
Danish Razorblade Highback Chairs in Light Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set 4

Danish Razorblade Highback Chairs in Light Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set 4

By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

This set of 8, sold as set of 4, carved light oak ladder-back chairs, known as the "Razorblade

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Danish Razorblade Highback Chairs in Light Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set 8
Danish Razorblade Highback Chairs in Light Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set 8

Danish Razorblade Highback Chairs in Light Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set 8

By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

upholstery) carved light oak ladder-back chairs, known as the "Razorblade" model, was designed by Henning

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Mid-Century High Back Dining Chairs- Set of Six
Mid-Century High Back Dining Chairs- Set of Six

Mid-Century High Back Dining Chairs- Set of Six

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Trenton, NJ

upholstered seat backs, and comfortable proportions. Perfect set of highback vintage dining chairs for any

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Modern Cane Back Dining Chairs- Set of Six
Vintage Modern Cane Back Dining Chairs- Set of Six

Vintage Modern Cane Back Dining Chairs- Set of Six

By Drexel

Located in Trenton, NJ

Enhance your dining space with this exceptional set of six highback vintage dining chairs

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Wood

Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Highback Chair
Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Highback Chair

Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Highback Chair

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Adrian Pearsall Brutalist highback dining or office chair. Newly upholstered seat with original

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Resin

Assembled Set of 6 Highback Windsor Armchairs
Assembled Set of 6 Highback Windsor Armchairs

Assembled Set of 6 Highback Windsor Armchairs

Located in San Francisco, CA

An attractive assembled set of 6 English elm broad arm high back Windsor armchairs with "H" stretchers connected by 2 cross stretchers. 19th century and later.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Windsor Chairs

Assembled Set of 6 English Windsor Highback Armchairs
Assembled Set of 6 English Windsor Highback Armchairs

Assembled Set of 6 English Windsor Highback Armchairs

Located in San Francisco, CA

An assembled set of 6 English elm and hickory high back Windsor arm chairs of typical form, all

Category

Antique 19th Century British Windsor Chairs

Materials

Elm, Oak

Assembled Set of 6 English Elm Windsor Highback Armchairs
Assembled Set of 6 English Elm Windsor Highback Armchairs

Assembled Set of 6 English Elm Windsor Highback Armchairs

Located in San Francisco, CA

An assembled set of 6 English elm and hickory highback narrow arm windsor chairs of typical form, 4

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Windsor Chairs

Materials

Elm, Hickory

Associated Pair of English Broadarm Highback Windsor Armchairs
Associated Pair of English Broadarm Highback Windsor Armchairs

Associated Pair of English Broadarm Highback Windsor Armchairs

Located in San Francisco, CA

A pair of English broad arm Windsor arm chairs with Christmas tree splats and well-turned supports

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Windsor Chairs

Materials

Elm, Hickory

Oak Windsor Highback Armchairs, Set of Six, circa 1920
Oak Windsor Highback Armchairs, Set of Six, circa 1920

Oak Windsor Highback Armchairs, Set of Six, circa 1920

Located in Evergreen, CO

and seats. Turned, splayed legs are united by turned centre, side, and back stretchers. The chairs

Category

Vintage 1920s European Windsor Chairs

Materials

Oak

Mid Century Walnut Highback Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Mid Century Walnut Highback Dining Chairs, Set of 4

Mid Century Walnut Highback Dining Chairs, Set of 4

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Mid century walnut highback dining chairs - set of 4 These chairs are 18 wide x 20 deep x 46

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of 6 Highback Dining Chairs in Oak, Danish Modern, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Set of 6 Highback Dining Chairs in Oak, Danish Modern, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

Set of 6 Highback Dining Chairs in Oak, Danish Modern, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Odense, DK

A sculptural classic set of 6 dining highback dining chairs in oak, seats reupholstered in a

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Set of 6 Highback Dining Chairs in Oak, Danish Modern, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Set of 6 Highback Dining Chairs in Oak, Danish Modern, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

Set of 6 Highback Dining Chairs in Oak, Danish Modern, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Odense, DK

A sculptural classic set of 6 Mid-20th Century highback dining chairs in oak with seats

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Burlap

Mid Century Highback Dining Chairs Attributed to Adrian Pearsall
Mid Century Highback Dining Chairs Attributed to Adrian Pearsall

Mid Century Highback Dining Chairs Attributed to Adrian Pearsall

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Baltimore, MD

An outstanding set of six mid century dining chairs attributed to Adrian Pearsall. This stunning

Category

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

Materials

Naugahyde, Walnut

Set of 10 Ingrid Highback Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed
Set of 10 Ingrid Highback Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed

Set of 10 Ingrid Highback Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed

By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed

Located in Berkeley, CA

Measurements: 19" wide x 18" deep x 38.5" tall Captains Chairs: 21" wide x 17" deep x 39" tall Seat: 17.5" tall

Category

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

Materials

Teak

Set of Six Highback Dining Chairs in Oak by Henning Kjaernulf
Set of Six Highback Dining Chairs in Oak by Henning Kjaernulf

Set of Six Highback Dining Chairs in Oak by Henning Kjaernulf

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Denmark Designer: Henning Kjaernulf Manufacturer: EG Kvalitetsmøbler Era: 1960s Materials: Oak Measurements: 20" wide x 21" deep x 40? tall Condition: In excellent or...

Category

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

Materials

Oak

Set of 12 Highback Dining Chairs in Oak, Danish Modern, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Set of 12 Highback Dining Chairs in Oak, Danish Modern, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

Set of 12 Highback Dining Chairs in Oak, Danish Modern, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Odense, DK

A sculptural classic set of 12 dining high back dining chairs in oak, seats reupholstered in an

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Vintage Henredon for Ralph Lauren Leather Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Vintage Henredon for Ralph Lauren Leather Dining Chairs, Set of Four

Vintage Henredon for Ralph Lauren Leather Dining Chairs, Set of Four

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Sheridan, CO

Great set of highback dining chairs by Ralph Lauren for Henredon. Upholstered in a rich and soft

Category

1990s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Contemporary Modern Highback Maple Dining Chairs
Set of Contemporary Modern Highback Maple Dining Chairs

Set of Contemporary Modern Highback Maple Dining Chairs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This beautiful set of four Mid-Century style modern dining chairs features unique curved legs

Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple

Highback Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Highback Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

Highback Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

This set of four carved light oak ladder-back chairs, familiar to the "Razorblade" model, designed

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Danish Highback Oak Chairs style of Henning Kjærnulf
Danish Highback Oak Chairs style of Henning Kjærnulf

Danish Highback Oak Chairs style of Henning Kjærnulf

By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

This set of 10 dark oak ladder-back chairs, familiar to the "Razorblade" model, designed by Henning

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 8.
Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 8.

Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 8.

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Asaa, DK

clients own material. Vintage Danish dining chairs in solid nordic oak. This highback model offers

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 14.
Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 14.

Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 14.

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Asaa, DK

1960s. Set of six. Vintage Danish dining chairs in solid nordic oak with original upholstery. This

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 8.
Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 8.

Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 8.

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Asaa, DK

1960s. Set of eight. Vintage Danish dining chairs in solid nordic oak. Seats have been reupholstered

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Razorblade Highback Chairs in Rich Patina Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Razorblade Highback Chairs in Rich Patina Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

Razorblade Highback Chairs in Rich Patina Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

This set of six carved light oak ladder-back chairs, known as the "Razorblade" model, was designed

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Danish Highback Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set of 6
Danish Highback Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set of 6

Danish Highback Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set of 6

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

This set of six carved light oak ladder-back chairs, familiar to the "Razorblade" model, designed

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Highback Razorblade Light Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Danish Design
Highback Razorblade Light Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Danish Design

Highback Razorblade Light Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Danish Design

By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

This set of six carved light oak ladder-back chairs, known as the "Razorblade" model, was designed

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Highback / Ladderback Oak Chairs style of Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set of 4
Highback / Ladderback Oak Chairs style of Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set of 4

Highback / Ladderback Oak Chairs style of Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set of 4

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

This set of four carved light oak ladder-back chairs, familiar to the "Razorblade" model, designed

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Set of 6 French Mid Century Naturalist Woven Highback Chairs in Solid Elm, 1960s
Set of 6 French Mid Century Naturalist Woven Highback Chairs in Solid Elm, 1960s

Set of 6 French Mid Century Naturalist Woven Highback Chairs in Solid Elm, 1960s

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Odense, DK

Set of 6 stunning French mid century naturalist woven high back chairs in solid elm, 1960s. Clearly

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Elm

Pair of Low Arno Lambrecht Highback Windsor Lounge Chairs
Pair of Low Arno Lambrecht Highback Windsor Lounge Chairs

Pair of Low Arno Lambrecht Highback Windsor Lounge Chairs

Located in Berlin, DE

Rare pair of very special low Arno Lambrecht Studio Lounge Chairs for WK. Very beautiful carving

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Windsor Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of 6 Rosewood and Leather Highback Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Rosewood and Leather Highback Dining Chairs

Set of 6 Rosewood and Leather Highback Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Set of 6 Rosewood Highback Dining Chairs. Features a ladderback design, a thin profile and

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

1960's Adrian Pearsall set of 4 Highback Dining Chairs
1960's Adrian Pearsall set of 4 Highback Dining Chairs

1960's Adrian Pearsall set of 4 Highback Dining Chairs

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Firenze, IT

set of 4 highback dining chairs newly reupholstered in gunmetal grey linen velvet ,walnut base

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Linen

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Highback Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic highback dining chair available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and hardwood, every highback dining chair was constructed with great care. Find 45 options for an antique or vintage highback dining chair now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a highback dining chair — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A highback dining chair, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Victorian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one highback dining chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Adrian Pearsall, Sibast and Johannes Andersen produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Highback Dining Chair?

The average selling price for a highback dining chair at 1stDibs is $2,826, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $30,000 for the 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 Highback Dining Chair
  • 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.