Peter Chairs by Niels Koefoed, 1970s, Danish design
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Single dining chair, model Peter, designed by Niels Koefoed and produced in Denmark in the 1970s.
Pine
Scandinavian Dining Chair Model Peter by Niels Koefoed, New Edition
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian dining chair model Peter by Niels Koefoed, new edition. Peter chair was designed by Niels Koefoed and produced by Koefoed's Møbelfabrik from 1957.
Wood
Niels Koefoed Hornslet Mid Century Danish Teak Peter Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Niels Koefoed Hornslet Mid Century Danish Teak Peter Dining Chairs - Set of 4 Each chair measures: 18.5 wide x 20 deep x 31 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 18 inc...
Upholstery, Teak
Niels Koefoed Set of Four Rosewood Peter Chairs
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning set of four rosewood Peter chairs by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet.
Leather, Rosewood
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 18.71 in D 16.54 in
Danish dining chairs "Peter" by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, Set of 4
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Set of beautiful danish dining chairs by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet. Due to the age, there are minor signs of use and fixes, but nothing that shows on first sight or affec...
Teak
Unavailable
H 31 in W 18.5 in D 20 in
Niels Kofoed, 6 Chairs and Dining Table, Model Peter, Teak, Brown Leather
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Roskilde, Sealand
Set of chairs, model Peter, Danish design by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds, Hornslet and dining table.
Leather, Teak
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 20.48 in
4 Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Dining Chairs "Peter" by Niels Koefod, 1960ies
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Basel, BS
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of dining chairs. Set of four, model "Peter", Danish design by Niels Koefed for Koefeds, Hornslet. Marked in the frame. Solid teak construction, p...
Teak
Niels Koefoed "Peter" Side Chair
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We offer free curbside viewing of this item to the five boroughs of New York City or my appointment at our Brooklyn studio. Handsome sculptural form in fine, all original conditio...
Upholstery, Wood
Niels Koefoed "Peter" Side Chairs
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We offer free curbside viewing of this item to the five boroughs of New York City or my appointment at our Brooklyn studio. Handsome sculptural form in fine, all original conditio...
Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 30.71 in W 18.9 in D 17.72 in
Niels Koefoed “Peter” Niels Koefoed Chair Set for Koefoed’s Hornslet Denmark
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Valladolid, ES
One of a kind and amazing set of 5 “Peter” chairs, designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoed’s Hornslet, all signed.
Wood
Set of Four Niels Koefoed "Peter" Dining Chairs Teak and Aniline Leather
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of four Niels Koefoed dining chairs in massive teak. New upholstered with cognac aniline leather. Made by Koefoeds Møbelfabrik.
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 30.71 in W 18.51 in D 20.08 in
Set of Six Niels Koefoed "Peter" Dining Chairs Teak and Aniline Leather
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of six Niels Koefoed dining chairs in massive teak. New upholstered with silk aniline leather from camo. Made by Koefoeds Møbelfabrik.
Leather, Teak
Sold
H 31.11 in W 18.9 in D 20.08 in
Set of 4 'Peter' dining chairs by Niels Koefoed for Koefoed's Hornslet, Denmark
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaanderen
Very nice set of four vintage 'Peter' dining chairs. These chairs are designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet and manufactures in Denmark in the 1960s.
Fabric, Wool, Teak
Peter Chairs by Niels Koefoed in teak and green leather 1958
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Set of 6 chairs designed by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet. Fantastic shaped dining chairs in original condition, well kept with very nice green leather patined leather. Typical...
Teak, Leather
Niels Koefoed chair 1960s, model Peter, Teak, Vintage
By Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Hannover, DE
Single vintage chairs by Niels Koefoed. Model: Peter Production period: 1960s Stable teak chair frame.
Teak
Sold
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 16.93 in
Series of 6 Danish chairs in Teak and skai, Peter model by Niels Koefoed 1960.
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian dining room chairs in solid teak. The very comfortable seats have been completely redone. Very refined original design. These chairs look great
Faux Leather, Teak
Sold
H 31.11 in W 18.51 in D 20.08 in
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Set of Dining Chairs in Rosewood Model "Peter"
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian set of dining chairs in rosewood model "Peter". Original upholstery in simili leather.
Rosewood
Sold
H 31.75 in W 18.5 in D 20 in
Niels Koefoed "Peter" Dining Chairs for Koefoed Hornslet, Set of Six
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Trenton, NJ
This striking set of Mid-Century Modern dining chairs feature iconic sculptural teak seat backs from Niels Koefoed for Koefoed Hornslet. The Scandinavian Modern appeal of the vintage...
Upholstery, Wood
Danish Mid-Century 'Peter' Teak Chair by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Littleton, CO
A handsomely sculpted 'Peter' teak dining or desk chair with black faux leather seat by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet.
Faux Leather, Teak
Set of four Niels Koefoed Dining Chairs, model Peter
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of four Niels Koefoed dining chairs in solid cherry. Model: Peter Upholstered with mokka coloured Savanne leather from Arne Sørensen.
Leather, Cherry
Danish Modern Teak "Peter" Dining Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Hornslet
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six, Danish modern"Peter" chairs by Niels Koefoed for Hornslet with teak frames and upholstered seats.
Fabric, Teak
Sold
H 37 in W 20 in D 24.5 in
Set of 4 Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Peter Chairs by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Lafayette, IN
Amazing set of 4 matching rosewood "Peter" chairs by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet.
Leather, Rosewood
Sold
H 31 in W 18.5 in D 20 in
Niels Koefoed Hornslet Mid Century Danish Teak Peter Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Niels Koefoed Hornslet Mid Century Danish Teak Peter Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 18.5 wide x 20 deep x 31 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 17.75 ...
Upholstery, Teak
Five Dining Chairs, Model Peter by Niels Koefoed in Oak
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Basel, CH
5 danish dining chairs by Niels Koefoed, model "Peter" designed in 1958 for Koefoeds Hornslet in Denmark.
Leather, Oak
Sold
H 31.11 in W 18.51 in D 16.54 in
Satz Von 4 Dänischen Stühle Aus Eschenholz Von Niels Koefoed, Modell: Peter
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Mainz, DE
Holz: Eschenhol Bezug: Skai Leder Echter Design Klassiker Toller Satz von 4 passenden Eschenholzstühlen "Peter" von Niels Koefoed für Koefoeds Hornslet. Die Stühle haben einen Ra...
Ash
Set of 8 Mid-20th Century Teak Peter Chairs by Niels Koefoed
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Ava, MO
Presenting this wonderful vintage set of 8 Teak ‘Peter’ Chairs by Niels Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet.
Fabric, Teak
Neils Koefoed Set of Eight "Peter" Chairs
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Hudson, NY
Neils Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet set of eight chairs in teak wood with faux leather seats. Frames are all in great original condition, with a few minor scuffs. Seats are nice with...
Faux Leather, Teak
Niels Kofoed Four Peter Chairs in Teak
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Ottawa, ON
Set of four teak dining chairs by Niels Kofoed with organically formed backs.
Teak, Upholstery
Set of 6 Niels Koefoed "Peter" Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Koefoeds Møbelfabrik 1, Niels Koefoed
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Scandinavian or Danish Modern rosewood dining chairs model, "Peter" by Neils Koefoed. These midcentury chairs have been newly upholstered in Knoll Carbon color leather.
Leather, Rosewood
Midcentury Neils Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet Peter Chair
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Portland, OR
This handsomely designed "Peter" chair by Neils Koefoed for Koefoeds Hornslet features a gracefully curved backrest and a padded upholstered seat covered in tan and cream woven fabri...
Teak
$3,914 / set
H 29.14 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Set of six chairs model 68, Anderstrup Stolefabrik, 1960s
By Korup Stolefabrik
Located in Chorzów, PL
A set of six Danish chairs model 68 manufactured by Anderstrup Mobelfabrik in the 1960s. A simple, minimalist form will fit perfectly into contemporary interiors. The upholstered ba...
Teak, Fabric
$6,461 / set
H 29.34 in W 21.07 in D 16.93 in
Set Of 6 Dining Chairs Model 42 By Kai Kristiansen For Schou Andersen From 1960s
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of 6 dining chairs is truly an iconic example of the timeless elegance that characterizes mid-20th century Danish furniture design. The chairs are model 42, designed by the ...
Fabric, Teak
$1,248 / item
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 18.51 in
Mid-Century Modern Danish Chair Model 75 by Niels O. Møller. New model
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Danish chair model 75 by Niels O. Møller. New production, still handmade in the historical Møllers workshop in Denmark. Finish: oiled oak. Seat: natural or black ...
Oak
$7,868 / set
H 32.29 in W 18.27 in D 19.69 in
Johannes Andersen Made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark. Set of Eight Dining Chairs
By Johannes Andersen
Located in London, GB
Johannes Andersen made by Uldum Møbler, Denmark Set of eight dining chairs with a sculptural style about them, consisting of six dining chairs and two original armchairs. The armchai...
Leather, Birch
Dining Chairs by Ole Wanscher for A.J. Iversen, 1962
By A. J. Iversen, Ole Wanscher
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Designed in 1962, this expertly crafted dining chair by Ole Wanscher was built in the cabinet shop of A. J. Iversen of Brazilian rosewood in the 1960s. A graceful, minimal design con...
Rosewood
$2,096 / set
H 33.08 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Set of 4 Danish Teak Dining Chairs by EMC Møbler, Danish Cord, Denmark 1960s–70s
Located in Hannover, DE
🌟 Set of 4 Solid Teak Dining Chairs by EMC Møbler – Denmark, 1960s–1970s 🌟 The displayed price is for a set of four chairs. A total of up to six chairs is available. Please contac...
Papercord, Teak
Dining Chair by Niels Otto Møller Model 78
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Vienna, AT
Dining chairs made of solid hardwood, designed in the 1950s by Niels Otto Møller and produced by J. L. Møller Møbelfabrik, model number 78. Original condition. Delivery time about 1-...
Upholstery, Hardwood
$1,531 / set
H 31.89 in W 19.69 in D 18.51 in
1960s, Danish design by Erik Buch, set of 4 dining chairs, model 89.
By Erik Buch, Anderstrup Mobelfabrik
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design by Erik Buch. Set of 4 stk dining chairs model 89. Green furniture wool, solid teak wood. Chairs were reupholstered by craftsman about 10-15 years ago. Good cond...
Wool, Teak
$5,860 / set
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 18.51 in
Set of 6 N.O. Møller Model 75 Dining Chairs in Solid Teak
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of 6 dining chairs model 75 designed by N.O. Møller and produced by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik. The chairs are made in solid teak and are known for their simple Danish design, orga...
Teak
$2,269 / set
H 31.5 in W 19.3 in D 18.12 in
Set of 6 Danish Teak Dining Chairs Attributed to Erik Buch, 1960s
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Elegant set of six Danish teak dining chairs attributed to Erik Buch and produced in the 1960s. Featuring a light and refined design with excellent seating comfort. The chairs are in...
Teak
$9,984 / set
H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 19.3 in
Set of 8 Dining Room Chairs by Niels Otto Moller Model 77, Denmark 1960s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Wien, AT
Add a touch of Danish elegance to your home with this set of Niels Otto Møller dining chairs. Model 77 is an iconic mid-century piece, crafted in teak and featuring woven papercord s...
Cord, Teak
$2,496 / set
H 30.71 in W 19.3 in D 19.3 in
Set of 5 Henning Kjærnulf Teak Dining Chairs, Vejle Stolefabrik, Danish 1960s
Located in Hannover, DE
Set of 5 Henning Kjærnulf Teak Dining Chairs for Vejle Stolefabrik – Denmark, 1960s Price for the complete set of 5 chairs. Beautiful set of five Danish teak dining chairs designed...
Teak
$4,992Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 36.62 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in
Danish Dining Chairs by Niels Kofoed for Koefoeds Hornslet, 1960s, Set of 6
By Niels Koefoed, Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Scandinavian dining chairs. Superb lines and woodwork with a magnificent rosewood grain. Structures in solid wood and seats in black leatherette for very high quality comfort. Each c...
Faux Leather, Rosewood
$2,257 / set
H 31.89 in W 20.48 in D 22.05 in
1960s, set of 4 Danish dining chairs, design by Erik Buck, model 310.
By Erik Buch
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, set of 4 Danish dining chairs. Design by Erik Buck, model 310. Reupholstered by craftsman in quality black furniture leather, renewed teak wood. Manufactured by Danish fu...
Leather, Teak
$3,403 / set
H 30.71 in W 20.08 in D 17.72 in
Vintage Danish Teak Dining Chairs from Slagelse Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Set of six dining chairs crafted from solid teak wood, produced in Denmark by Slagelse Møbelfabrik during the 1960s. These chairs are a fine example of classic Danish mid-century mod...
Teak
$6,100
H 30.75 in W 19.75 in D 19.75 in
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Niels Otto Møller no. 83 Teak Dining Chairs (Set of 6
By Neils O. Möller
Located in Emeryville, CA
J.L. Møller, founded by designer Niels Otto Møller in 1944, is renowned for exceptional Danish craftsmanship, timeless design, and meticulous hand-finishing. The brand’s dining chair...
Wool, Teak
$876Sale Price|26% Off
H 37.01 in W 17.72 in D 18.9 in
Art Nouveau Chair, Walnut Wood, Restored Upholstery, Germany, 1900
Located in Hannover, DE
An Art Nouveau chair whose shape and design perfectly reflect this art period. Finely crafted walnut wood covered with a dark, fine glaze. This chair has been artfully restored and r...
Wood, Nutwood
Art Deco 8 Chairs J. Halabala .
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Art Deco 8 chairs by J. Halabala from 1940 we present the chairs by J. Halabala from 1940s a Czech designer ranked among the most outstanding creators of the modern period. The peak ...
Mahogany
$6,240 / item
H 30 in W 72 in D 18 in
Minimalist Curved Front Arcade Console with Arches in Edo on Oak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin & Brockett's Arcade Console 72" is a nod to the ancient Roman architectural form- a succession of contiguous arches supported by columns. The console has a slight convex curva...
Oak
$1,295 / item
H 13.5 in W 5 in D 5.5 in
Contemporary Handmade Brass & Opal Glass Wall Sconce, Edie by Lightmaker Studio
By Lightmaker Studio
Located in Kingston, Ontario
Edie explores the relationship between two similar forms. An exaggerated top column plays against the sconce’s overall sense of quiet restraint. While Edie evokes a certain feeling ...
Brass
$6,500 / item
H 14 in W 36 in D 20 in
Modern Oval Coffee Table in Oak Wood Cylinder Base and Glass by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Palazzo oval coffee table with green and ivory glass sits on 2 Rift White Oak Wood pedestals by Ercole Home. This new bespoke coffee table design by Ercole Home is available today fo...
Art Glass, Cut Glass, Oak
$1,920Sale Price|40% Off
H 29 in W 45 in D 45 in
Stunning Mid century modern danish walnut rounded dining table with two leaves
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century modern walnut rounded dining table with two leaves. This table sits on (4) narrow tapered legs and has brass hardware under the table. This table sits 4 - 6 chairs. Beau...
Brass
$5,105 / item
H 47.25 in W 31.5 in D 2.76 in
Murano Green Art Glass and Brass Italian Console / Wall Mirror, 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
Splendid bright green Murano glass mirror. A mirror that alone will furnish your home environment. Rich but tasteful, the mirror has a truly particular design, with a very beautiful ...
Brass
$5,379 / item
H 42.01 in W 25.99 in D 1.19 in
Mid century style Ceiling Suspended Mirror with Bronze Patina Frame, Vintage N.4
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Mid-century style Vintage N.4 ceiling suspended mirror with a high quality pure brass full frame with a bronze patina finish. This piece is part of our original and fully customisabl...
Brass, Bronze
$2,800 / set
H 31 in W 25 in D 18 in
Norman Cherner for Plycraft Sculptural Pair of Armchairs Mid Century Modern
By Norman Cherner, Plycraft
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural pair of armchairs, designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft, American, circa 1960s. These chairs are currently being refinished and will look amazing when completed.
Walnut, Bentwood
$12,060 / item
H 33.47 in W 59.06 in D 33.08 in
Custom Made Sheepskin Love Seat Sofa by Alfred Christensen
By Alfred Christensen
Located in London, England
A custom-made new edition of this classic love-seat sofa by Danish designer and cabinetmaker: Alfred Christensen. This re-edition is produced under license in Sweden by Dagmar and av...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Mohair, Bouclé, Velvet, Oak, Walnut
Contemporary Mirror Sea Green Murano Glass Framed, In Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Murano Sea Green Glass Framed Mirror, in stock Rectangular mirror plate surrounded with undulating glass tiles in sea green color held by brass cabochons. Handcrafted by a team of a...
Brass
$8,600 / item
H 33.08 in W 23.63 in D 32.29 in
Restored Danish Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen, Natural Sheepskin, 1950
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
Original Restored Danish Clam Chair in Natural Sheepskin by Arnold Madsen d. 1950 Condition: Excellent Reupholstered. Repaired: Legs, armrests and frame have all been fully restored...
Sheepskin, Walnut
Blue Floral Painted Cupboard with Sunflowers
Located in Vo', Veneto
Alpine Blue Painted Wardrobe with Sunflowers Measurements: H. 183 cm - W. 128 (150 to the frames) cm - D. 55 (66 to the frames) cm Period: Late 18th century Origin: Bavarian Alps Wo...
Fir
Side table by Svend Thoresen & Torgny Roloff, Sweden, c. 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
An elegant Swedish Grace table in dark-stained oak, designed for Nordiska Kompaniet during the 1930s. Svend A. Thoresen, a Danish interior architect active in Stockholm, worked at N...
Oak
Jacobean Style Refectory Dining Table by Jamestown Lounge, Feudal Oak
By Jamestown Lounge Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
An early 20th Century Jamestown Lounge Company Feudal Oak refectory dining table. Made of solid oak featuring Jacobean styling with ornate hand carved foliate / fruits designs and ...
Oak
$125,000
H 42.52 in W 27.56 in D 22.84 in
Purple Museum Quality Amethyst Centerpiece Mineral Masterpiece Decorative Object
Located in London, GB
A very large, one of a kind epimorph amethyst. This piece is a visual spectacle with the natural sculptural formations of amethyst in a different variety of purple tones. Also disp...
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz
Niels Koefoed’s furniture is a demonstration of mastery through dedication. The Danish designer devoted himself to creating dining room furniture in mid-century modern and Scandinavian modern styles. Koefoed was best known for his elegant dining room chairs and exquisite dining room tables that he designed to accompany them. His use of hardwoods, like teak, rosewood and cherry, ensured that each piece retained its charm and beauty.
Koefoed was born into a family in the furniture design and manufacturing business. His father, Einar Koefoed, had opened a furniture factory in Hornslet, Denmark, in the 1920s. Hornslet was a furniture town that was home to upholstery and cabinet companies. Koefoed’s Møbelfabrik, the Koefoed family factory, specialized in fine furniture. Over the 1950s and 60s, the company became widely recognized for Niels Koefoed’s popular dining room chairs.
One of Koefoed’s first designs to receive significant attention was the 1957 Peter dining chair. The chair’s appeal lay in its refreshingly light and minimalistic style, with a comfortable curved back and leather seat. Koefoed reportedly named the chair after his son.
In 1964, Koefoed created his most iconic design: the Eva dining chair, named for one of his daughters. He described the tall and graceful chair as feminine, with full hips and narrow shoulders. The chair continues to be in high demand today. It was part of a series of dining chairs named after important women in Koefoed’s life, the other two being the Ingrid chair, also named for a daughter, and the Lis chair. Together, the chairs were known as the “three lovely girls.”
In 2004, Koefoed’s Møbelfabrik relocated to Thailand and continued manufacturing furniture. However, many of the company’s classic mid-century designs, including the Peter and Eva chairs, are today reproduced by the Danish company CASØ Furniture.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Niels Koefoed seating, tables and more.
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.