Who made the klismos chair?

The ancient Greeks made the first klismos chairs. During the Neoclassical period in Europe, the chairs gained popularity again, and many 18th-century designers created seating based on the original klismos design, including Thomas Hope, Georges Jacob and Benjamin Henry Latrobe. Find a range of klismos chairs on 1stDibs.

What is a dining chair?

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.

How tall should dining chairs be?

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.

What is a carver dining chair?

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.

What is the difference between an accent chair and a dining chair?

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.

What is the difference between dining chairs and accent chairs?

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.

What is a good width for a dining chair?

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.

What are the head dining chairs called?

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.

Should dining room chairs have arms?

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

Is it worth recovering dining chairs?

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.

What is a dining chair with arms called?

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.

Is leather good for dining chairs?

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.

How can you tell if a dining chair is antique?

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.

Do chairs have to match the dining table?

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

What are the chairs at a dining table called?

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.

Are leather dining chairs worth it?

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.

What is a dining room chair called?

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.

How can you tell if a dining chair is good quality?

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.

What is the end chair called for a dining table?

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.

What is the best fabric to reupholster dining chairs?

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.

Klismos Dining Chair

Host Chairs

Klismos Furniture

Klismos Leather

Robsjohn Gibbings Klismos

Lauris Klismos Dining Chair

$3,105

H 35.5 in W 24 in D 26 in

Lauris Klismos Dining Chair

By Century Furniture, Tara Shaw

Located in New Orleans, LA

TS9-515 - Lauris Klismos Dining Chair Tara Shaw Casegoods Collection W:24 in D:26 in H:35.50 in

Category

2010s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Curvaceous T Back Black Lacquer Klismos Dining Chairs Set of Four

$4,850 / set

H 33.75 in W 20 in D 18 in

Curvaceous T Back Black Lacquer Klismos Dining Chairs Set of Four

Located in Atlanta, GA

Set of Four Curvaceous T Back Black Lacquer Klismos Dining Chairs, American, circa 2000s. They look great from every angle and are comfortable too!

Category

Early 2000s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Niedermaier, Ebonized Wood, Leather, Klismos Dining Chairs, USA, 21st C.

$2,400 / set

H 35 in W 19 in D 20.5 in

Niedermaier, Ebonized Wood, Leather, Klismos Dining Chairs, USA, 21st C.

By Niedermaier

Located in Stamford, CT

Niedermaier, Ebonized Wood, Leather, Klismos Dining Chairs, USA, 21st C. Set of four ebonized wood and leather Klismos style dining chairs produced by Niedermaier in the early part ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Lacquer

Set of Eight Regency Black Lacquer & Gilt Klismos Dining Chairs

$12,550 / set

H 35 in W 20 in D 23 in

Set of Eight Regency Black Lacquer & Gilt Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in Atlanta, GA

Set of Eight Elegant Black Lacquer and Parcel Gilt Klismos Dining Chairs, France, circa 1960s. They are currently being reupholstered and can be completed in your fabric.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Ebonized Klismos Dining Chairs

$7,850 / set

H 34 in W 22.5 in D 23 in

Ebonized Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful set of 6 Mid-Century ebonized Klismos armchairs with carved Greek key design on inside chair back. Seat depth - 18" Arm rest height - 24.75"

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Gustavian Klismos Dining Chairs by Nierman Weeks, Set of 8

$14,000 / set

H 34.5 in W 24 in D 23.25 in

Gustavian Klismos Dining Chairs by Nierman Weeks, Set of 8

By Niermann Weeks

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Set of 8 exquisite Gustavian Klismos dining chairs by Niermann Weeks. Inspired by Grecian 18th century design, this Swedish style version is generously sized and features an aged tex...

Category

Early 2000s American Gustavian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood, Paint, Upholstery

Set of Michael Taylor Neoclassical White Klismos Dining Chairs

$7,800 / set

H 34.5 in W 22.5 in D 24.5 in

Set of Michael Taylor Neoclassical White Klismos Dining Chairs

By Michael Taylor

Located in Rio Vista, CA

An iconic and refined set of five labeled "White Klismos" dining chairs by Michael Taylor Designs comprising of two host armchairs and three side chairs.

Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather, Lacquer

Mid Century Klismos Dining Chair

$2,124 / item

H 32.5 in W 19.5 in D 24 in

Mid Century Klismos Dining Chair

Located in Westwood, NJ

Modern Dining Chair, for a fresh interpretation on a low, modern klismos chair, this silhouette takes on dramatic style when you view the wide, Whisper of Gold panel that shines off ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Breathtaking Restored Set of 14 of Klismos Dining Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings

$86,500 / set

H 32.5 in W 23 in D 22 in

Breathtaking Restored Set of 14 of Klismos Dining Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of fourteen (14) modern Klismos dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Six Mahogany Klismos Dining Chair with COM Upholstery

$16,140 / set

H 33 in W 19.5 in D 19 in

Six Mahogany Klismos Dining Chair with COM Upholstery

Located in New York, NY

New production. 6 chairs in this offer. Additional can be made to order. Designed and handmade in NYC. Fabric in image is not included and they can upholstered at no charge in COM (C...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage black lacquered klismos dining chairs set of 8

$5,500

H 35 in W 21 in D 27 in

Vintage black lacquered klismos dining chairs set of 8

Located in Pasadena, CA

Stunning set of 8 vintage klismos chairs in a red multiple tone fabric. The klismos chair is an iconic ancient Greek chair design featuring four out-curved, saber-style legs and a ...

Category

20th Century Italian Hellenistic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Lacquer

Neo-Classic Klismos Dining Chairs, Black Wood, USA, 20th Century

$3,900 / item

H 35.25 in W 20.5 in D 19.5 in

Neo-Classic Klismos Dining Chairs, Black Wood, USA, 20th Century

Located in Queens, NY

6 Contemporary Neo-Classic Klismos design wooden dining chairs with a high-gloss black painted finish and beige fabric upholstered seats (PRICED EACH) (Matching table: 061107)

Category

20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Set of Four Michael Taylor Bronzed Metal Klismos Dining Chairs

$12,000 / set

H 35 in W 20 in D 29 in

Set of Four Michael Taylor Bronzed Metal Klismos Dining Chairs

By Michael Taylor

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Dramatic set of four bronzed metal klismos patio and garden dining chairs designed by Michael Taylor model # MTD-1006 garden chair.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Klismos Dining Chairs with Sculptural Wood Frames, Set of 6

$7,950 / set

H 35 in W 22.75 in D 22 in

Vintage Klismos Dining Chairs with Sculptural Wood Frames, Set of 6

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant set of six vintage dining chairs featuring a classic Klismos-style silhouette.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Upholstered English Klismos Dining Chairs with Black Frames - Set 12

$5,895 / set

H 30.5 in W 18 in D 20.5 in

Mid Century Upholstered English Klismos Dining Chairs with Black Frames - Set 12

Located in Troy, MI

Found in England, this set of 12 dining chairs date from approximately 1950. Frames have painted black satin finish and have a klismos shaped style with cantered legs.

Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Vintage Regency Henredon Burnished Brass Dolphin Klismos Dining Chairs -Set of 6

$2,850 / set

H 33.75 in W 21.75 in D 15 in

Vintage Regency Henredon Burnished Brass Dolphin Klismos Dining Chairs -Set of 6

By Henredon

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite set of six vintage Henredon dining chairs, where timeless Regency elegance meets the iconic Klismos form.

Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 4 1930's Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Klismos Dining Chairs

$3,420 / set

H 34 in W 20.75 in D 20.5 in

Set of 4 1930's Antique Duncan Phyfe Style Klismos Dining Chairs

By Duncan Phyfe, Henredon

Located in Burbank, CA

Set of 4 antique dining chairs for sale. They're from the 1930's, and are really well made. They're made of solid mahogany with a mahogany finish. They have a white faux leather upho...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Neoclassical Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Mahogany

All ARMS, Stellar Set of 14 of Klismos Dining Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings

$110,000 / set

H 32.5 in W 23 in D 22 in

All ARMS, Stellar Set of 14 of Klismos Dining Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of fourteen (14) modern Klismos arm dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Black Woven Leather Seat Walnut Saber Legs Klismos Dining Chairs Customizable

$2,478 / item

H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 28.35 in

Black Woven Leather Seat Walnut Saber Legs Klismos Dining Chairs Customizable

Located in IT

Klismos customizable dining chairs with saber legs, black lacquered wood and black woven leather seats.

Category

2010s Italian Greek Revival Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of Five Klismos Ebony and Mahogany Neoclassical Dining Chairs

$2,800 / set

H 36.75 in W 20.25 in D 22.25 in

Set of Five Klismos Ebony and Mahogany Neoclassical Dining Chairs

Located in Hopewell, NJ

A spectacular set of klismos dining chairs: ebony and mahogany Neoclassical style with new neutral high end upholstery designed to showcase the classic design of each chair.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany

Sophisticated Restored Set of 14 Walnut Klismos Chairs after Charles Allen

$175,000 / set

H 32 in W 23 in D 24 in

Sophisticated Restored Set of 14 Walnut Klismos Chairs after Charles Allen

Located in Atlanta, GA

An unforgettable, meticulously restored set of fourteen (14) modern Klismos dining chairs after Charles Allen, circa 1955.

Category

Vintage 1950s Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Sophisticated Restored Set of 8 Walnut Klismos Side Chairs after Charles Allen

$100,000 / set

H 32 in W 23 in D 24 in

Sophisticated Restored Set of 8 Walnut Klismos Side Chairs after Charles Allen

Located in Atlanta, GA

An unforgettable, meticulously restored set of eight (8) modern Klismos dining chairs after Charles Allen, circa 1955.

Category

Vintage 1950s Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Sophisticated Restored Set of 12 Walnut Klismos Side Chairs after Charles Allen

$150,000 / set

H 32 in W 23 in D 24 in

Sophisticated Restored Set of 12 Walnut Klismos Side Chairs after Charles Allen

Located in Atlanta, GA

An unforgettable, meticulously restored set of twelve (12) modern Klismos dining chairs after Charles Allen, circa 1955.

Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Sophisticated Restored Set of 14 Walnut Klismos Side Chairs after Charles Allen

$175,000 / set

H 32 in W 23 in D 24 in

Sophisticated Restored Set of 14 Walnut Klismos Side Chairs after Charles Allen

Located in Atlanta, GA

An unforgettable, meticulously restored set of fourteen (14) modern Klismos dining chairs after Charles Allen, circa 1955.

Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Exquisite Restored Set of 6 Vintage Walnut Klismos Chairs by Stewart MacDougall

$54,000 / set

H 35 in W 23.5 in D 27 in

Exquisite Restored Set of 6 Vintage Walnut Klismos Chairs by Stewart MacDougall

By Stewart MacDougall, Glenn of California

Located in Atlanta, GA

A breathtaking rare set of six (6) "Athens" Klismos dining chairs by Stewart MacDougall for Glenn of California, circa 1955.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Exquisite Restored Set of 8 Vintage Walnut Klismos Chairs by Stewart MacDougall

$72,000 / set

H 35 in W 23.5 in D 27 in

Exquisite Restored Set of 8 Vintage Walnut Klismos Chairs by Stewart MacDougall

By Stewart MacDougall, Glenn of California

Located in Atlanta, GA

A breathtaking rare set of eight (8) "Athens" Klismos dining chairs by Stewart MacDougall for Glenn of California, circa 1955.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Exquisite Restored Set of 10 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Baker

$83,000 / set

H 32.5 in W 19.75 in D 17 in

Exquisite Restored Set of 10 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Baker

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: An exceptional, meticulously restored set of ten (10) cane back Klismos dining chairs by Baker Furniture, circa 1958.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Cherry

Exquisite Restored Set of 10 Vintage Walnut Klismos Chairs by Stewart MacDougall

$90,000 / set

H 35 in W 23.5 in D 27 in

Exquisite Restored Set of 10 Vintage Walnut Klismos Chairs by Stewart MacDougall

By Glenn of California, Stewart MacDougall

Located in Atlanta, GA

A breathtaking rare set of ten (10) "Athens" Klismos dining chairs by Stewart MacDougall for Glenn of California, circa 1955.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Exquisite Restored Set of 12 Vintage Walnut Klismos Chairs by Stewart MacDougall

$110,000 / set

H 35 in W 23.5 in D 27 in

Exquisite Restored Set of 12 Vintage Walnut Klismos Chairs by Stewart MacDougall

By Glenn of California, Stewart MacDougall

Located in Atlanta, GA

A breathtaking rare set of twelve (12) "Athens" Klismos dining chairs by Stewart MacDougall for Glenn of California, circa 1955.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Gorgeous Set of 10 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Wormley for Dunbar

$83,000 / set

H 34 in W 24 in D 21 in

Gorgeous Set of 10 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare, an exceptional, meticulously restored set of ten (10) cane back Klismos dining chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1948.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Remarkable Set of 12 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley

$99,000 / set

H 34 in W 24 in D 21 in

Remarkable Set of 12 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of twelve (12) cane back Klismos dining chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1948.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Remarkable Set of 14 Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley, circa 1948

$115,000 / set

H 34 in W 24 in D 21 in

Remarkable Set of 14 Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley, circa 1948

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare, an exceptional, meticulously restored set of fourteen (14) cane back Klismos dining chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1948.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Exquisite Restored Set of 12 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Baker

$99,000 / set

H 32.5 in W 19.75 in D 17 in

Exquisite Restored Set of 12 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Baker

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: An exceptional, meticulously restored set of twelve (12) cane back Klismos dining chairs by Baker Furniture, circa 1958.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Cherry

Exquisite Set of 14 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Baker, circa 1958

$115,000 / set

H 32.5 in W 19.75 in D 17 in

Exquisite Set of 14 Vintage Klismos Cane Dining Chairs by Baker, circa 1958

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare, an exceptional, meticulously restored set of fourteen (14) cane back Klismos dining chairs by Baker Furniture, circa 1958.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Cherry

Von Swedish Carved Dining Chair

$3,180

H 33.5 in W 23.5 in D 25 in

Von Swedish Carved Dining Chair

By Tara Shaw, Century Furniture

Located in New Orleans, LA

Inspired by ancient Greek design and refined through Swedish craftsmanship, this Klismos dining chair features a gracefully curved backrest and gently sloping saber legs, crafted fro...

Category

2010s Gustavian Chairs

Materials

Linen, Wood

Extraordinary Set of 12 Klismos Side Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, Cane Back

$90,000 / set

H 32 in W 22 in D 21 in

Extraordinary Set of 12 Klismos Side Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, Cane Back

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of twelve (12) modern Klismos dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Extraordinary Set of 12 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1950

$74,500 / set

H 32 in W 24 in D 21 in

Extraordinary Set of 12 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1950

By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of twelve (12) modern Klismos dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Extraordinary Set of 14 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1950

$86,500 / set

H 32 in W 24 in D 21 in

Extraordinary Set of 14 Modern Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1950

By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of fourteen (14) modern Klismos dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Extraordinary Set of 12 Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, Custom Cane Back

$94,000 / set

H 32 in W 22 in D 21 in

Extraordinary Set of 12 Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, Custom Cane Back

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of twelve (12) modern Klismos dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1948.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Extraordinary Set of 14 Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, Custom Cane Back

$105,000 / set

H 32 in W 22 in D 21 in

Extraordinary Set of 14 Klismos Chairs by Robsjohn-Gibbings, Custom Cane Back

By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of fourteen (14) modern Klismos dining chairs by the esteemed T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Gorgeous Restored Set of 8 Cane Dining Chairs by Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1948

$67,000 / set

H 34 in W 24 in D 21 in

Gorgeous Restored Set of 8 Cane Dining Chairs by Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1948

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rarest of the rare: an exceptional, meticulously restored set of eight (8) cane back Klismos dining chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture, circa 1948.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Hickory Chair Klismos or French Regency Louis XVI Carved Dining Chairs, Pair

$1,295 / set

H 36.5 in W 20.75 in D 22 in

Hickory Chair Klismos or French Regency Louis XVI Carved Dining Chairs, Pair

By Hickory Chair Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Klismos, Empire, or French Regency Louis XVI style dining chairs or side chairs By Hickory Chair Furniture Co.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Maple

Niermann Weeks Round Italian Style Balustrade Roman Garden Pedestal Dining Table

$6,800

H 29 in Dm 72 in

Niermann Weeks Round Italian Style Balustrade Roman Garden Pedestal Dining Table

By Niermann Weeks

Located in Lambertville, NJ

This 6-foot round Interior Table comfortably seats 8 depending on the size of your chairs. Coordinating set of custom Nierman Weeks Gustavian Klismos dining chairs available in sepa...

Category

Late 20th Century American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

1930s Hickory Chair Empire Klismos Mahogany and Upholstered Seat Side Chairs

$2,200 / set

H 34.5 in W 18 in D 21 in

1930s Hickory Chair Empire Klismos Mahogany and Upholstered Seat Side Chairs

By Hickory Chair Furniture Company

Located in Germantown, MD

1930s Hickory Chair Company Empire Klismos style Mahogany and Upholstered Seat Side Chairs. Measure 18" in width, 21" in depth 34.5" tall. Seat height is 18".

Category

Early 20th Century American Empire Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Klismos Chair

$3,776

H 35.44 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

Klismos Chair

By Jonathan Sainsbury

Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset

A design developed by the Greeks in the 5th Century BC, gaining popularity throughout the 4th Century BC. The design was then resurrected in the English Regency period. The Klismos c...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set 6 Vintage Klismos Style Dining Chairs

$15,600 / set

H 35.5 in W 23.5 in D 25 in

Set 6 Vintage Klismos Style Dining Chairs

Located in Houston, TX

A set of six vintage Neoclassical style ebonized klismos chairs with graphic black and white cut chenille seat cushions.

Category

20th Century Neoclassical Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vladimir Kagan Lucite & Glass Dining or Center Table, c. 1970s

$12,200

H 28.75 in Dm 48 in

Vladimir Kagan Lucite & Glass Dining or Center Table, c. 1970s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Photographed and also currently available at our shop: Set of 12 Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss steel dining chairs in Ivory Bouclé Set of ten Klismos dining chairs by Carl Malmst...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Lucite, Glass

11 klismos chairs and 2 klismos armchairs

$27,443 / set

H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 27.96 in

11 klismos chairs and 2 klismos armchairs

Located in IT

11 klismos chairs and 2 klismos armchairs in natural walnut wood, realized with white cotton cushion.

Category

2010s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Klismos Style Dining Chairs - Set of Six

$4,500 / set

H 36 in W 22 in D 18 in

Vintage Klismos Style Dining Chairs - Set of Six

By Paul Frankl, Paul McCobb, Drexel

Located in Raleigh, NC

Vintage set of six Klismos style dining chairs. Set includes one armchair and five side chairs.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Klismos Style Walnut Dining Chairs Set of 4

$7,100 / set

H 34.5 in W 19.25 in D 21.5 in

Klismos Style Walnut Dining Chairs Set of 4

Located in New York, NY

Set of 4 Klismos Style Solid Walnut Dining Chairs. The chairs have cushioned seats, original fabric with a decorative carved pattern to the top sides of the chairs.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Kriess Klismo Chairs

$8,500 / set

H 35.5 in W 17 in D 28 in

Kriess Klismo Chairs

By Kreiss

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

Pleased to offer this great set of 4 Klismos chairs. This classic dining chairs are in great shape and retain their original signed suede seat cushions.

Category

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

Materials

Birch

Set Of Four Custom Dining Chairs in Klismos Style

$2,495 / set

H 33.75 in W 20 in D 23 in

Set Of Four Custom Dining Chairs in Klismos Style

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Set of four custom upholstered dining chairs with slightly curved and tapered backrest that are reminiscent of the iconic Klismos style.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Horn Klismos Tessellated Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$9,500 / set

H 35 in W 21 in D 21 in

Vintage Horn Klismos Tessellated Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Maitland Smith

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a set of six Vintage Horn Kilsmos Tessellated Dining Chairs. Featuring a curved design, heavy black tessellated frames, salmon accents, new salmon upholstered sea...

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stone

Mid Century Klismos Dining Armchair

$2,448 / item

H 32 in W 26 in D 24.5 in

Mid Century Klismos Dining Armchair

Located in Westwood, NJ

Modern Dining Armchair, for a fresh interpretation on a low, modern klismos chair, this silhouette takes on dramatic style when you view the wide, Whisper of Gold panel that shines o...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Regency James Klismos Chair

$4,563

H 35.44 in W 20.87 in D 19.69 in

Regency James Klismos Chair

By Jonathan Sainsbury

Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset

Regency James Klismos chairs with turned front legs down to carved lion claw feet. Shown here with hand created tapestry seats and ebonised finish. To be upholstered in client’s own ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 10 Constantini Pietro Klismos Style “Salsa” Dining Chairs

$7,200 / set

H 22 in W 19 in D 22 in

Set of 10 Constantini Pietro Klismos Style “Salsa” Dining Chairs

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful set of 10 Klismos style chairs by the high quality Italian firm of Constantini Pietro. The chairs feature lacquered exotic wood backs and legs and upholstered seats and b...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Italian Fiorini Biedermeier Style Solid Cherry Klismos Side Dining Chair

$900

H 33.5 in W 22.5 in D 19 in

Italian Fiorini Biedermeier Style Solid Cherry Klismos Side Dining Chair

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage Italian Fiorini Klismos side dining chair. Made of solid cherry featuring Biedermeier and Regency styling with sculpted open back, nailhead trim and flared legs.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Biedermeier Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Cherry

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Klismos Dining Chair

Unavailable

H 35.44 in W 20.87 in D 24.02 in

Klismos Dining Chair

Located in Florence, IT

Klismos Chairs are not easy to make, but this one has turned into one of our Favourites. Staying to traditional to its historic value we have produced in our solid Oak, and finished ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Regency Dining Room Chairs

SIX Philadelphia Klismos Dining Chairs

Unavailable

H 30.5 in W 19 in D 21 in

SIX Philadelphia Klismos Dining Chairs

By Anthony Gabriel Quervelle

Located in Woodbury, CT

Six gadroon crested padauk Klismos sabre-legged dining chairs, with hand-stitched needlepoint slip seats in mint condition.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Padouk

The Lord Leighton Klismos Dining Chair

Unavailable

H 32.68 in W 22.05 in D 26.19 in

The Lord Leighton Klismos Dining Chair

By Tim Gosling

Located in London, GB

The most iconic and oldest chair shape in history, Gosling’s interpretation of the Klismos allows you to lounge back into the seat as if it was a carver.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Regency Revival Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

Regency Klismos Dining Chairs, Highly Carved Gilt Details, 19th Century

Unavailable

H 35 in W 20 in D 20 in

Regency Klismos Dining Chairs, Highly Carved Gilt Details, 19th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

To the Manor born chairs, o if chairs were socialites, here they are! High style highly detailed 19th century set of four Regency Klismos style mahogany chairs. We have not seen a mo...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Tycoon's Fruitwood Klismos Dining Chairs- set of 10- Elegant Ruhlmann Style

Unavailable

H 34 in W 19 in D 22 in

Tycoon's Fruitwood Klismos Dining Chairs- set of 10- Elegant Ruhlmann Style

By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Spectacular rarely found early 20th century set of ten organic Klismos aged mellow knotty fruitwood dining chairs, newly restored satin lacquered.

Category

Early 20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Elegant Regency Klismos Dining Chairs, Highly Carved Gilt Details, 19th Century

Unavailable

H 35 in W 20 in D 20 in

Elegant Regency Klismos Dining Chairs, Highly Carved Gilt Details, 19th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

To the Manor born chairs if chairs were socialites, here they are! High style highly detailed 19th century set of four Regency Klismos style mahogany chairs. We have not seen a more...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 3 Kreiss Klismos Wood Woven Rope Dining Chairs

Unavailable

H 35 in W 24 in D 21 in

Set of 3 Kreiss Klismos Wood Woven Rope Dining Chairs

By Kreiss

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A set of three beautiful leather rope klismos dining chairs by Kreiss. One is a slightly different hue than the other two, as shown in the photos.

Category

Late 20th Century American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

6 French Klismos chairs

Unavailable

6 French Klismos chairs

Located in Charlottesville, VA

Set of 6 French painted klismos chairs in original fabric.

Category

20th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Klismos Bone Inlay Chair

Unavailable

H 35 in W 23 in D 22 in

Klismos Bone Inlay Chair

Located in Montecito, CA

Klismos bone inlay teak chair, India, early 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bone, Cane, Teak

Set of Four Regency Klismos Chairs

Unavailable

H 35 in W 22 in D 25.5 in

Set of Four Regency Klismos Chairs

Located in Plainville, KS

Ebonized klismos chairs with anthemia and scrolling vine painted designs.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs

Michael Taylor Set of Four Metal Klismos Chairs

Unavailable

H 34 in W 20 in D 29 in

Michael Taylor Set of Four Metal Klismos Chairs

By Michael Taylor

Located in San Francisco, CA

Beautifully made metal dining chairs, ideal for the garden.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Classical Greek Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Interesting Modernist Suite of Four Klismos Style Chairs

Unavailable

H 32.5 in W 19 in D 19.5 in

Interesting Modernist Suite of Four Klismos Style Chairs

Located in Mount Penn, PA

Great wood and steel bar chairs that have great style. In need of a great fabric these would be fine for a smaller size dining table. The measurements are 16' back width and the ste...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Three One Four Studio, "Hope" Chair, Klismos, Lacquered, Bronze, Upholstered

Unavailable

H 27.56 in W 25.6 in D 21.66 in

Three One Four Studio, "Hope" Chair, Klismos, Lacquered, Bronze, Upholstered

Located in Hinckley, GB

The Hope chair is inspired by the original Klismos chair first produced in ancient Greece.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Bronze

Brushed Steel Klismos Style Chairs by Design Institue of America

Unavailable

H 33 in W 21 in D 16 in

Brushed Steel Klismos Style Chairs by Design Institue of America

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Set of four brushed steel “Klismos Style” chairs with black leather seats manufactured by Design Institute of America. There is a fifth chair available

Category

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

Materials

Steel

Three One Four Studio, "Hope" Chair, Klismos, Carbon Fibre, Bronze, Upholstered

Unavailable

H 27.56 in W 25.6 in D 21.66 in

Three One Four Studio, "Hope" Chair, Klismos, Carbon Fibre, Bronze, Upholstered

Located in Hinckley, GB

The Hope chair is inspired by the original Klismos chair first produced in ancient Greece.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Set of Four Regency Faux Rosewood Klismos Chairs after Thomas Hope

Unavailable

H 33.75 in W 20 in D 24 in

Set of Four Regency Faux Rosewood Klismos Chairs after Thomas Hope

By Thomas Hope

Located in New York, NY

The deeply curved crest rails with carved palmettes to the sides anchored by brass inlay of trailing anthemion (honeysuckle). The seat caned and now with flat squab cushions above cu...

Category

Antique 19th Century British Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Six Klismos Dining Room Chairs

Unavailable

H 36 in W 21 in D 24 in

Set of Six Klismos Dining Room Chairs

Located in Miami, FL

Six high gloss lacquered klismos chairs inspired by Robsjohn Gibbings. Beautiful restored condition.

Category

20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis of Athens Klismos Chair Model 3, New, Custom Order

Unavailable

H 35.5 in W 20.5 in D 21.5 in

Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis of Athens Klismos Chair Model 3, New, Custom Order

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Dallas, TX

T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings for Saridis of Athens chair model No. 3. Made of Greek walnut. Back constructed with three pieces of walnut dowelled together. Corded leather seat. Cushion not ...

Category

2010s Greek Classical Greek Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Set of Four Klismos Inspired Armchairs by Michael Taylor

Unavailable

H 33.75 in W 22.5 in D 24 in

Set of Four Klismos Inspired Armchairs by Michael Taylor

By Michael Taylor

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautifully crafted set of Klismos style dining chairs by Michael Taylor. They are finished in a warm tone, with ebony accents.

Category

Late 20th Century American Dining Room Chairs

Anziano Dining Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia

Unavailable

H 31 in W 20 in D 20.5 in

Anziano Dining Chairs by John Hutton for Donghia

By John Hutton, Donghia

Located in Morristown, NJ

Set of eight klismos style "Anziano" dining chairs by John Hutton for Donghia.

Category

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

8 Set of ca 1820 Regency Dining Room Chairs

Unavailable

H 34 in W 18.5 in D 22 in

8 Set of ca 1820 Regency Dining Room Chairs

Located in New Haven, CT

A sophisticated set of 8 Regency Period mahogany dining chairs the Klismos Form, a Gillows Of London Design with a rolled tablet crests and intersecting curved slat backs.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

A very fine set of eight Regency dining chairs.

Unavailable

A very fine set of eight Regency dining chairs.

Located in New York, NY

A very fine set of eight Regency "klismos" mahogany and ebony-inlaid dining chairs, each broad crestrail centering a cast bronze medallion of the head of Apollo flanked by inlaid eb...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bronze

A Set of 4 Swedish Neoclassic Grey Painted and Rush Seat "Klismos" Cha

Unavailable

H 35.5 in W 22 in D 25 in

A Set of 4 Swedish Neoclassic Grey Painted and Rush Seat "Klismos" Cha

Located in Hollywood, FL

the "Klismos" back over a rush seat, with sabre legs- can be sold as a pair.

Category

Antique 1820s Swedish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Barrow Dining Chair

Unavailable

H 33 in W 19.25 in D 20 in

Barrow Dining Chair

Located in New York, NY

Klismos style dining chair with upholstered seat featuring nail head detailing.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Eight Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs

Unavailable

H 33 in W 18.5 in D 22 in

Set of Eight Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

A set of 8 Regency mahogany klismos-form dining chairs. The broad top-rail joins to a V-form back splat by carved palmette and scrolls, with padded seats and sabre legs.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Armchairs

12 Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 36 in

12 Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in Hopewell, NJ

12 mahogany caned back klismos dining chairs in custom grey linen upholstery; 20th century.

Category

20th Century American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Cane, Fabric

Baker Hollywood Regency Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 35.5 in W 23 in D 19.5 in

Baker Hollywood Regency Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Set of four Hollywood Regency Klismos dining chairs from Baker. Chairs upholstered in original leather with cane backs and wonderful gold detailing.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Six Thinline Cast Aluminum Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 28 in W 29 in D 22 in

Six Thinline Cast Aluminum Klismos Dining Chairs

By Thinline

Located in Chicago, IL

Set of six iconic klismos dining chairs by Thinline, in high quality cast aluminum, finished in new slate gray lacquer.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eight Incredible Mahogany & Leather Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 32.75 in W 18 in D 20 in

Eight Incredible Mahogany & Leather Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Set of eight mahogany and leather Klismos dining chairs from Denmark circa late 19th century.

Category

20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

12 Custom Casa Bique Black Lacquer Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 35.5 in W 20 in D 26.5 in

12 Custom Casa Bique Black Lacquer Klismos Dining Chairs

By Casa Bique

Located in Hamburg, PA

An elegant set of 12 black lacquer klismos dining chairs by Casa Bique.

Category

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

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Set of Eight Neoclassical Style Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 36 in W 20 in D 21 in

Set of Eight Neoclassical Style Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Dramatic set of eight klismos dining chairs constructed in the Greco-Roman neoclassical taste.

Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

4 VIntage Scroll Back Neoclassical Style Green / Gray Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 35.5 in W 20 in D 20.5 in

4 VIntage Scroll Back Neoclassical Style Green / Gray Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Very nice set of 4 Vintage Neoclassical Style Klismos Dining Chairs with a Greenish Gray Wash Painted Finish.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Kittinger Regency Inlaid Mahogany Klismos Dining Chairs, Set of Ten

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H 32.5 in W 19 in D 22.5 in

Kittinger Regency Inlaid Mahogany Klismos Dining Chairs, Set of Ten

By Kittinger

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding set of ten Regency style Klismos dining chairs By Kittinger USA, circa 1960s Elegant sculpted mahogany frames, with satinwood string inlay and upholstered sea...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany, Satinwood

Set of Six Ebonized Neoclassical Style Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 35.5 in W 21 in D 25 in

Set of Six Ebonized Neoclassical Style Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Dramatic set of six klismos dining chairs featuring a a hardwood frame with an ebonized lacquer finish in a dark grey tone.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Postmodern Italian Pietro Costantini for Ello Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 37 in W 19 in D 19 in

Postmodern Italian Pietro Costantini for Ello Klismos Dining Chairs

By Pietro Costantini, Ello Furniture

Located in Stafford, TX

1990s Italian Pietro Costantini for Ello “Klismos” Dining Chairs — Set of Eight This elegant set of eight 1990s Italian Klismos dining chairs, designed by Pietro Costantini for Ello...

Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

Set of 8 19th Century Italian Empire Painted Carved Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 35 in W 19.5 in D 19 in

Set of 8 19th Century Italian Empire Painted Carved Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in Houston, TX

Set of 8 Hollywood Regency painted and carved Klismos dining chairs that we believe may be Italian or Swedish from the 19th century.

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Paint

Baker Furniture Regency Solid Cherry Wood Klismos Dining Chairs, Set of Four

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H 35 in W 20.5 in D 22.5 in

Baker Furniture Regency Solid Cherry Wood Klismos Dining Chairs, Set of Four

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding set of four of Regency or Neoclassical style Klismos dining chairs. By Baker Furniture USA, circa 1980s Solid cherry wood frames, with upholstered seats.

Category

Late 20th Century American Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry

Tessellated Horn Klismos Dining Chairs by Maitland Smith - Set of 4

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H 35.75 in W 20.5 in D 21.5 in

Tessellated Horn Klismos Dining Chairs by Maitland Smith - Set of 4

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Delve into the luxury of Tessellated Horn Klismos Dining Chairs by Maitland Smith, a set of four that redefine elegance.

Category

1990s Philippine Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Horn

Baker Furniture Italian Regency Walnut Klismos Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

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H 37.5 in W 20.5 in D 21.5 in

Baker Furniture Italian Regency Walnut Klismos Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of eight Italian Provincial or Regency style Klismos dining chairs By Baker Furniture, "Milling Road" Collection Italy, Late 20th century Solid carved walnut frames...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Baker Furniture Italian Regency Walnut Klismos Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

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H 37.5 in W 20.5 in D 21.5 in

Baker Furniture Italian Regency Walnut Klismos Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of eight Italian Provincial or Regency style Klismos dining chairs By Baker Furniture, "Milling Road" Collection Italy, Late 20th century Solid carved walnut ...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of Six Iron Klismos Dining Chairs by Ched Berenguer-Topacio

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H 33 in W 20.5 in D 22.5 in

Set of Six Iron Klismos Dining Chairs by Ched Berenguer-Topacio

By Ched Berenguer-topacio

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Extraordinary set of six neoclassical style klismos dining chairs designed by Ched Berenguer-Topacio.

Category

20th Century Philippine Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Set of Six Klismos Dining Chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

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H 34 in W 22.5 in D 21 in

Set of Six Klismos Dining Chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Atlanta, GA

Set of six klismos dining chairs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Coveted Set of Ten Klismos Dining Chairs in Black Leather by Baker Furniture

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H 35.5 in W 20 in D 19 in

Coveted Set of Ten Klismos Dining Chairs in Black Leather by Baker Furniture

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in West Hartford, CT

Coveted and exceptional, set of ten (10) mahogany and leather Klismos dining chairs by Baker Furniture, circa late 20th Century.

Category

Late 20th Century American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Set of 6 klismos dining chairs

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H 34 in W 19.5 in D 20.5 in

Set of 6 klismos dining chairs

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Set of 6 mahogany klismos style neo-classical dining room chairs, circa 1820

Category

Antique 19th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Six Thinline Cast Aluminum Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 28 in W 20 in D 22 in

Six Thinline Cast Aluminum Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

Set of six iconic klismos-leg dining chairs by Thinline, in high quality cast aluminum, finished in new slate gray lacquer.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

A Set of Eight Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 34 in W 19.5 in D 21.5 in

A Set of Eight Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A beautiful set of 8 Klismos Chairs newly refinished in black enamel with a Greek key detail to backs, X strechers and ivory kidskin leather seats.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Aqua Lacquered Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 32.5 in W 20 in D 21 in

Set of Six Aqua Lacquered Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in Locust Valley, NY

A set of six aqua lacquered klismos style dining chairs with twist details to back.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six White Lacquer Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 36.5 in W 25 in D 22 in

Set of Six White Lacquer Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Set of six Klismos-style white lacquer dining chairs upholstered in straw-colored silk with nickel nailhead trim.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Silk

Set of 6 Modernist Curved Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 31 in W 20 in D 20 in

Set of 6 Modernist Curved Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

These beautiful chairs feature a curved back support design which is extremely comfortable with a two button detail. They are ebonized walnut and newly upholstered in a platinum sha...

Category

20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Glamorous Midcentury Set of 4 Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 33 in W 21 in D 17.75 in

Glamorous Midcentury Set of 4 Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Sophisticated set of four Klismos chairs having sensuously curved legs and back. Gold gilt raised ring pattern is incorporated into the back of the chairs. Klismos chairs are based...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 33 in W 19.5 in D 16.75 in

Set of Six Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Ebonized Walnut with silver leaf details nickel studs. Newly upholstered.

Category

20th Century Chairs

Set of six Klismos dining chairs Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb

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H 31.75 in W 24.5 in D 21.5 in

Set of six Klismos dining chairs Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Atlanta, GA

A less common klismos chair model features open back with back rest and a modern klismos silhouette.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Foam, Fabric

Super Stylish Set of 8 Custom Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 35.25 in W 20 in D 17.25 in

Super Stylish Set of 8 Custom Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in Hopewell, NJ

A gorgeous designer custom klismos inspired set of 8 dining chairs having silver glazed wood and stunning Jim Thompson silk upholstery.

Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Silk, Wood

Lux Set of Six Klismos Dining Chairs by Modernage

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H 29.75 in W 24 in D 22.75 in

Lux Set of Six Klismos Dining Chairs by Modernage

By Modernage Furniture Company

Located in New York, NY

These gorgeous chairs are Klismos form and have ebonized walnut saber leg design.They have been newly upholstered in oyster velvet upholstery with polished nickel stud detailing. The...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Set of 4 Klismos Dining Chairs by M. Gallot

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H 30.5 in W 20.25 in D 19 in

Set of 4 Klismos Dining Chairs by M. Gallot

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 4 leather upholstered and black lacquered dining chairs by M. Gallot

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20th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

A Set of Four Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 34 in W 21 in D 17 in

A Set of Four Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in North Miami, FL

Four classic and beautiful klismos dining room chairs in perfectly preserved mahogany wood with delicate inlay trim on the backrest.

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Vintage 1940s American Chairs

6 Rare Swedish Neoclassical Painted Metal Klismos Dining Chairs

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H 33.5 in W 17.5 in D 23 in

6 Rare Swedish Neoclassical Painted Metal Klismos Dining Chairs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Set of 6 rare and important Swedish Neoclassical painted metal kilsmos chairs. ( see Doyle auction David Eastman Collection sale otdeo1 lot 534) Some paint loss and some professional...

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

Materials

Aluminum

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Klismos Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the klismos dining chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A klismos dining chair — often made from wood, fabric and hardwood — can elevate any home. There are 150 variations of the antique or vintage klismos dining chair you’re looking for, while we also have 11 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the klismos 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 klismos dining chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Regency and Neoclassical styles are sought with frequency. Baker Furniture Company, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and Donghia each produced at least one beautiful klismos dining chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Klismos Dining Chair?

Prices for a klismos dining chair start at $850 and top out at $225,000 with the average selling for $7,915.

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.

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