$1,362 / set
Set Six C19th Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A very nice set of six rush seat ladder back dining chairs, five chairs and one carver, C1820, lovely colour and rush in very good original condition. 37" high 18" wide 16" depth 17...
Elm
$13,000 / set
English Ladder Back Chairs
Located in Woodbury, CT
Late 19th c. English oak ladder back chairs with rush seats and turned stretchers. 2 arms, 6 sides.
Rush, Oak
Set of 14 Ladder Back and Rush Seat Dining Chairs
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A large set of fourteen ladderback and rush seat side chairs will add comfort to any dining room. Handmade of solid oak frames, each chair includes sculpted wavy slat backs and handw...
Rush, Oak
Late 18th Century Set of Six Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Late 18th-century set of six ladder-back dining chairs, shaped and pierced cresting and back rails, drop in upholstered seat cushion above square fluted front supports, joined by 'H'...
Mahogany
19th Century Spanish Gothic Cathedral Rush Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 19th Century with this exquisite Spanish Dining Chairs set. The ultra rare set exudes an air of luxury and refinement. Outstan...
Rush, Wood
Antique George II Ribbon Back Irish Ladder Back Walnut Dining Side Chairs - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique George II Ribbon Back Irish Ladder Back Walnut Dining Side Chairs - a Pair. Item features hand carved and beveled edge rungs, shell carved knees, shapely cabriole legs, trifi...
Fabric, Walnut
Limbert Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Ladder Back Dining Chairs, Pair
By Charles Limbert
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful pair of antique Mission or Arts & Crafts ladder back dining chairs By Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Circa 1910 Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with leather upholstered se...
Leather, Oak
Antique French Provincial Oak Ladder Back Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Astoria, NY
French provincial ladder-back dining chairs sourced in Provence, dating to the late 19th century. The chairs are constructed from solid oak, with thick square legs, straight stretche...
Rush, Oak
19th Century English Rush Ladder Back Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, Organic rush English ladder back chairs you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beauti...
Rush, Wood
Limbert Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Ladder Back Dining Chairs, Pair
By Charles Limbert
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful pair of Mission or Arts & Crafts period side chairs or dining chairs By Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Circa 1910 Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with studded leather upho...
Leather, Oak
Set of Six Early 20th Century French Oak Ladder-Back Dining Chairs
Located in High Point, NC
Each chair features a ladder-back design with a subtly curved top rail and square legs joined by sturdy stretchers, highlighting the durability and honesty of traditional French craf...
Oak
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Ladder Back Dining Chairs
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of six of Mission or Arts & Crafts dining chairs By Gustav Stickley USA, Early 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak, with rush seats. Measures: 17"W x 18"D x 36...
Rush, Oak
Set of 10 George III Mahogany Ladder Back Dining Chairs, Circa 1780
Located in London, GB
A Fine Set Of 10 George III Dining Chairs Constructed of mahogany, the set comprising two carvers and eight side chairs, each chair with a gently curved top rail above a ladder-back...
Upholstery, Wood
$2,514Sale Price|20% Off
Set of 4, Antique Ladder Back Chairs, Irish, Mahogany, Dining Seat, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a set of 4 antique ladder back chairs. An Irish, mahogany dining seat, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Wonderful frames, prime for reupholstering Display...
Mahogany
$3,900 / set
Pair of Georgian Ladder Back Gaming Chairs
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good pair of George III period mahogany ladder back armchairs having shaped and pierced slats supported by pole shaped stiles, having shaped arms and supports with over upholstered s...
Mahogany
Six Antique French Provincial Ladder Back Walnut Dining Chairs W/ Rush Seats
Located in Astoria, NY
A handsome set of six late 19th century French provincial ladderback dining chairs, sourced in Provence, France. These chairs embody the honest, utilitarian elegance of traditional F...
Rush, Walnut
Limbert Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Ladder Back Dining Chairs, Set of Four
By Charles Limbert
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful set of four antique Mission or Arts & Crafts ladder back dining chairs By Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Circa 1910 Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with leather upholstere...
Leather, Oak
Set of Six French Provincial Oak Ladder-Back Dining Chairs w/ Upholstered Seats
Located in Atlanta, GA
An incredible set of six French Provincial dining chairs in dark-stained oak. Dating to the early 20th century, the set represents a regional tradition of chair making that drew on b...
Fabric, Oak
Limbert Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Ladder Back Dining Chairs, Set of Four
By Charles Limbert
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful set of four antique Mission or Arts & Crafts ladder back dining chairs By Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Circa 1910 Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with studded leathe...
Leather, Oak
L. & J. G. Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Ladder Back Dining Chairs
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of four antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period ladder back dining chairs By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with upholstered ...
Upholstery, Oak
L. & J. G. Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Ladder Back Dining Chairs
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of five antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period ladder back dining chairs By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with upholstered ...
Upholstery, Oak
$1,912Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vintage Retro Set of 8 (6 + 2) Ladder-Back Dining Chairs with Wicker Seats
Located in Wisbech, England
Vintage Retro Set of 8 (6 + 2) Ladder-Back Dining Chairs – c.1970 A stylish vintage set of eight ladder-back dining chairs (6 standard chairs plus 2 carvers), dating to around 1970....
Wood
Antique Spanish Country Oak Ladder Back Rush Seat Dining Chairs – Set of 10
Located in Astoria, NY
A characterful set of ten early 20th century Spanish Country dining chairs sourced in Provence. Crafted from solid oak, each chair features a tall, architectural back with deeply sca...
Rush, Oak
19th C. Georgian Set of 4 Pierced Ladder Back Leather Upholstered Dining Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Late 19th century English Georgian set of 4 ladder back dining chairs, shaped and pierced cresting and back rails, suede leather upholstered seat cushion above square fluted front su...
Leather, Suede, Mahogany
Set of four oak and leather ladder back dining chairs by Gordon Russell
By Gordon Russell
Located in Petworth, GB
Rare set of four Arts and Crafts Cotswold School ladder back dining chairs by Gordon Russell. Ash with woven leather seats. We have cleaned the chairs with wax and have replaced 3 o...
Oak
Set of Seven 19th C French Provençal Ladder Back Walnut Rush Seat Dining Chairs
Located in Southampton, NY
Set of Seven 19th C French Provençal Ladder Back Walnut Rush Seat Dining Chairs, c. 1880. Walnut ladder back wood frames with carved foliage on lower stretcher and cabriole legs. Sea...
Rush, Walnut
Set of Ten Hitchcock Ebonized Ladder back Dining Chairs With Rush Seats, 19th c.
By Hitchcock
Located in Wichita, KS
A beautifully assembled set of ten Hitchcock dining chairs, crafted in ebonized hardwood with handwoven rush seats and the signature stenciled pierced splat that has made Hitchcock f...
Rush, Wood, Paint
Rustic Semi Antique Set of 11 Faux Bamboo Stained Oak Ladder back Dining Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Rustic and well-made semi-antique set of Set of faux bamboo ladder back chairs with rush seats. Includes 2 end arms: 48 1/2"H x 24 3/4"W x 20"D (of seat), 19"H to seat 9 side cha...
Rush, Wood
$2,636Sale Price / set|30% Off
Lovely Suite of Six circa 1860 Dutch Ladder Back Oak Rush Seat Dining Chairs 6
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of six original Dutch circa 1860 Ladder back rush seat dining chairs. A very good looking and well-made suite, the timber is a...
Rush, Oak
Roycroft Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Ladder Back Desk Chair or Side Chair
By Roycroft
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period desk chair, side chair, or dining chair By Roycroft USA, Early 20th Century Oak, with upholstered seat. Measures: 16.75"W x...
Upholstery, Oak
Near Pair of Antique Welsh Country Ladder back Chairs. C.1800
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Fabulous near pair of elm ladder back chairs One is slightly taller than the other Lovely original patina and colour Great in a Folk Art interior Sturdy construction The measure...
Elm
Set of Four Early American Style Mahogany Rush Seat Ladder Back Side Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A Set of Four Early American Style Mahogany Rush Seat Ladder Back Side Chairs. Measures: 19" in width, 15" in depth and 45.25" in height
Rush, Mahogany
$3,040Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 4 George III Ladder Back Side Chairs with Slip Seats
Located in Huntington, NY
Covered in horse hair.
Mahogany
Early 19th Century Rare Ladder Back Chairs with Herringbone Seats Set of 6
Located in Louisville, KY
These 3-splat ladder-back chairs are a beautiful and mysteriously unique grouping. Made from hardwood, each of these chairs has been hand-carved with hand-woven herringbone cane seat...
Cane, Wood
Set Six French Provinical Partial Gilt And Ebonized Slat Ladder Back Side Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A magnificent Set of Six French Provinical style skillfully Partial Gilt And crackled Ebonized Slat Ladder high Back Side Chairs with Custom upholstery. Measure 19" in width, 20" i...
Hardwood, Giltwood, Paint
Set of Six French 19th Century Dining Room Chairs with Carved Guilloches Friezes
Located in Atlanta, GA
Created in France during the 19th century, each of this set of dining chairs features a curving ladder back showcasing a nicely distressed appearance.
Upholstery, Wood
Ernest Gimson. A pair of yew wood ladder back and bobbin turned armchairs
By Ernest Gimson
Located in London, GB
Ernest Gimson, designer. A good quality pair of Cotswold School yew wood ladder back and bobbin-turned armchairs with rush seats.
Oak
Pair Antique Rush Seat Dining Chairs, England 1920s
Located in New York, NY
A charming pair of rustic painted English farmouse chairs with handwoven rush seats and beautifully worn layered white paint. The simple ladder backs and turned details offer timeles...
Wood
$3,889 / set
Set of Six George III Style Dining Chairs
Located in Kent, Dover
A set of six George III style mahogany ladder back dining chairs with the concave seats upholstered in leather with stud detail.
Mahogany
Set of Eight Art Moderne Dining Chairs, Circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
The set includes two armchairs and six matching side chairs, each expertly fashioned, featuring elegantly arched ladder-back crests with geometric open splat work, a hallmark of the ...
Birch
Set of 10 Edwardian Mahogany Dining Chairs includes 2 Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Inspired by the refined neoclassical taste that remained popular during the Edwardian era, these chairs feature graceful ladder backs with delicately shaped splats, gently curved arm...
Upholstery, Mahogany
French 19th Century Country Style Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 10
Located in Carmine, TX
This charming set of French Country dining chairs dates to the 19th century and is crafted from solid walnut with beautifully turned spindle legs and ladder-back frames.
Rush, Walnut
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs, Pair
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period ladder back side chairs or dining chairs By Gustav Stickley USA, Early 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak frames, w...
Leather, Oak
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs, Pair
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period ladder back side chairs or dining chairs By Gustav Stickley USA, Early 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak frames, w...
Leather, Oak
Set of Six Late Georgian Elmwood Windsor Dining Chairs
Located in Essex, MA
Comprised of a pair of armchairs and four side chairs, ladder back with rush seats, turned circular legs and pad feet, and turned stretchers.
Elm
French 19th Century Louis XV Provincial Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Carmine, TX
This elegant set of French Country dining chairs dates to the 19th century and is crafted from solid walnut with beautifully carved ladder-back splats and graceful cabriole legs.
Rush, Walnut
Set of Eight 18th Century Neoclassical Dining Chairs includes 2 Armchairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of Eight 18th Century Neoclassical Dining Chairs includes 2 Armchairs will make a timeless statement in any room!
Mohair, Mahogany
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs, Set of Four
By Gustav Stickley
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of four antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period ladder back dining chairs By Gustav Stickley USA, Early 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with brass s...
Brass
Set of 4 Amsterdam School Oak and Coromandel Dining Chairs, Netherlands, 1920s
Located in Kampen, NL
A set of four Amsterdam School dining chairs from the Netherlands, dating to the 1920s. Crafted in solid oak with subtle coromandel accents, these chairs exemplify the movement’s dis...
Fabric, Hardwood
Set Of 10 Georgian Ladderback Farmhouse Kitchen Dining Chairs Early 19th Century
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Very Attractive And Extremely Good Quality, Rarely Found, Early 19th Century Georgian Ash & Elm Harlequin Set Of 10 Farmhouse Kitchen Dining Chairs, Having Attractive Ladder Backs ...
Ash, Elm
Mid-Century Dining Chairs, Pair – Bentwood, Wood Frame, Thonet, c. 1930s
By Thonet
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
These chairs feature gently curved ladder-back slats, a warm wood finish, and upholstered round seats—an elegant example of European craftsmanship rooted in modernist design traditio...
Upholstery, Wood
L. & J. G. Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of six antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period ladder back dining chairs By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa 1910 Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with leather uphol...
Leather, Oak
Set of 4 Dutch Hague School oak dining chairs, Netherlands, c. 1925–1935
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
This set of four dining chairs originates from the Netherlands and dates to the interbellum period, circa 1925–1935. The chairs belong to the tradition of Dutch Hague School furnitur...
Faux Leather, Oak
Heals, Set of Four English Arts & Crafts Oak Arched Top Ladderback Dining Chairs
By Heal's
Located in London, GB
Heals attributed. A set of four English Arts and Crafts oak arched top ladder back dining chairs in the Cotswold style. A good quality set with chunky legs and are all very sturdy...
Oak
Set of 4 French Provincial Oak Chairs with Rush Seats, Circa 1900
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
Comfortable, sturdy, and full of character, these chairs are perfectly suited for a farmhouse dining room, a relaxed coastal interior, or as accent seating in a more contemporary set...
Oak, Rush
Liberty and Co, A pair of Arts and Crafts side chairs with finely rushed seats
By Liberty & Co.
Located in London, GB
Liberty and Co, a pair of Arts & Crafts ladder back side chairs with the original finely laid rushed seats and stylish simple upright details to the fronts, uniting the front stretch...
Beech
19th Century Set of 3 Farmhouse Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th century Set of 3 farmhouse ladder back dining chairs. This very attractive set of heavy Oak chairs with a wavy ladder back in the Georgian style, with turned stretchers and c...
Oak
Late George III/Regency style mahogany ladder back dining chairs
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Fresno, CA
A set of six late George III/ Regency style mahogany ladder back dining chairs. The shaped top rail enclosing pierced horizontal splats with carved anthemion detail. The drop in seat...
Unavailable
H 38.59 in W 21.66 in D 18.51 in
Set of Eight George III Period Mahogany Ladder-Back Dining Chairs
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
The set of eight carved mahogany dining chairs with saddle seats have recently been recovered in fine horse-hair upholstery. The ladder- back chairs have horizontal cross rails and a...
Unavailable
H 43.5 in W 18.5 in D 19 in
Set of 8 French Ladder Back Dinning Chairs with Carved Flowers
Located in Livingston, NJ
These French ladder back dining chairs have carved flowers on the top of the chair, sides, front. They have cross-stretchers for added solidity which is adorned with a carved flower...
Wood
Set of Six George III Oak Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
A set of six unusual George III Provincial oak dining chairs, with pierced ladder backs, close nailed leather upholstered stuff over seats, on moulded square legs united by stretcher...
Oak
Set of 6 Elm Arts and Crafts Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century French elm dining chairs with an arts and crafts feel. The chairs have a tall ladder style back with iron studs. The seat has been carefully moulded and the legs g...
Elm
Unavailable
H 40.25 in W 20 in D 22 in
GRAND RAPIDS BOOKCASE & Chair Co Oak Gothic Revival Dining Side Chairs - Pair B
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique pair of Gothic Revival style dining side chairs by Grand Rapids Bookcase and Chair Company. Solid oak with carved and turned details. Features a decoratively carved ladder...
Oak
Unavailable
H 40.25 in W 20 in D 22 in
GRAND RAPIDS BOOKCASE & Chair Co Oak Gothic Revival Dining Side Chairs - Pair A
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique pair of Gothic Revival style dining side chairs by Grand Rapids Bookcase and Chair Company. Solid oak with carved and turned details. Features a decoratively carved ladder...
Oak
Unavailable
H 40.25 in W 20 in D 22 in
GRAND RAPIDS BOOKCASE & Chair Co Oak Gothic Revival Dining Side Chairs - Pair C
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique pair of Gothic Revival style dining side chairs by Grand Rapids Bookcase and Chair Company. Solid oak with carved and turned details. Features a decoratively carved ladder...
Oak
Unavailable
H 43 in W 27.5 in D 23.5 in
Gustav Stickley Eight Oak American Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs, Design 965
By Gustav Stickley
Located in London, GB
Gustav Stickley a rare set of eight oak American Arts & Crafts ladder-back dining chairs, design no. 965, six sides, two arms, with drop-in seats newly re-upholstered in 100% linen, ...
Unavailable
H 40.25 in W 22.75 in D 24.5 in
GRAND RAPIDS BOOKCASE & Chair Co Oak Gothic Revival Dining Armchairs - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique pair of Gothic Revival style dining armchairs by Grand Rapids Bookcase and Chair Company. Solid oak with carved and turned details. Features a decoratively carved ladder b...
Oak
Set of Ten Oak French Chairs
Located in Norwich, Norfolk
A very nice set of oak French Country chairs. Each chair standing on a carved swept leg with turned carved stretcher rails. The rush seats have been refurbished. The Ladder backs...
Oak
Rustic Shaker Oak Side Chairs, 1920s, Set of 4
Located in Paris, ON
Rustic Shaker Oak Side Chairs, 1920s - set of 4 This classic Shaker ladder back chair originally created in the Enfield community, features interlocking tenons which create an al...
Rope, Oak
Set of Ten Uncommonly Designed Biedermeier Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originally from the monastery 'San Marien', Belgium, 19th century. This type of ladder back chairs is already verified for the Biedermeier, 1830s-1840s in Holland, and became popular...
Cane, Cherry
Sold
H 38 in W 23.25 in D 20.5 in
Set of Eight Turn of the Century Oak Ladderback Dining Chairs with Rush Seats
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of eight English oak ladder back dining room chairs from the early 20th century, with rush seats and comprising of two armchairs and six sides.
Rush, Oak
Six English Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
English ladder back chairs, 2 arm and 4 side chairs with woven rush seats and slightly slanted backs for comfort. Single front and back and double side stretchers for sturdiness. ...
Wood, Wicker
Set of Ten Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
A set of ten ladder back dining chairs with rush seats comprised of eight side chairs and two arm chairs.
Set of eight oak ladder back dining chairs
Located in Cheshire, GB
A set of eight ladder-back oak dining chairs, the ladder backs with rush seats on turned front legs united by stretchers. Dimensions Dimensions Height 37 Inches height to seat 18 Inc...
Oak
Set of six oak ladder back dining chairs
Located in Cheshire, GB
set of six ladder-back oak dining chairs, the ladder backs with rush seats on turned front legs united by stretchers. Dimensions Height 39 Inches height to seat 18.5 Inches Width 19...
Oak
Set of Six Oak Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in Cheshire, GB
A set of six ladder back oak dining chairs, the ladder backs with rush seats on turned front legs united by stretchers. Dimensions Height 39.5 inches height to seat 18 inches Widt...
Oak
Set of Eight Fruitwood Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in Cheshire, GB
A set of eight ladder back fruitwood dining chairs comprising of two armchairs and six chairs, The ladder backs with rush seats on turned front legs united by stretchers. Armchairs ...
Fruitwood
Set of Ten Oak Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in Cheshire, GB
A set of ten ladder back oak dining chairs comprising of two armchairs and eight chairs, the ladder backs with rush seats on turned front legs united by stretchers. Dimensions: Arm...
Oak
1920s Bentwood Debrecen Ladder Back Dining Chairs, Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1920s Bentwood Debrecen Ladder Back Dining Chairs – Pair 1920s Bentwood Debrecen Ladder Back Dining Chairs – Pair. It is hard to be precise about the origin of these chairs as littl...
Bentwood
Set of 12 French Country Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Set of 12 French country ladder back dining chairs. Slim solid walnut frames with rush seats.
Walnut
Set of Six Georgian Mahogany Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
Set of six Irish Georgian mahogany ladder back side chairs.
Mahogany
Set ofTen French Ladder Back Dining Chairs c.1930
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of (10) French Provincial style dining ladder back armchairs. The chairs have a light natural walnut finish. The chairs are newly reupholstered in a washed Belgium linen and de...
Linen, Wood, Paint
Eight French Ladder Back Dining Chairs with Rush Seats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of eight French dining chairs w/ rush seats. The ladder back chairs stand on four cabriole legs that end in a rams head foot. The chairs have been stripped to their natural walnu...
Rush, Wood, Paint
Set of Six Country French Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A set of six country French ladder back chairs with rush seats, circa 1920.
Rush, Bentwood
Gustav Stickley Oak Ladder Back Desk / Dining Chair, c.1916
By Gustav Stickley
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Gustav Stickley Oak Ladder Back Desk / Dining Chair, c.1916.
Oak
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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