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Postmodern Lacquered Dining Chairs
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Wonderful high back dining chairs finished in a white/cream lacquer with period upholstery. Great
Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Lacquer

Set of 6 Scandinavian modern dining pine sculpted dining chairs Sweden
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 6 Scandinavian modern dining pine sculpted dining chairs Sweden In the style of Rainer
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Pine

Set of Six Henning Kjaernulf Dining Chairs
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Set of Six dining chairs by Henning Kjaernulf for Nyrup Mobelfabrik. Sculpted Oak frames have a
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Vintage Hollywood Regency Lacquer Palm Frond Dining Chairs
By Century Furniture
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Hollywood Regency Palm Frond dining chairs. Deep detail in lacquer finish with upholstery. Century
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer

Italian Post-Modern Lacquer Dining Chairs Leather Upholstery
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Set of 4 Italian Lacquer dining chairs with leather upholstery. Gentle curved design with channel
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Lacquer

Set of 6 westnofa bentwood dining chairs Norway
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 6 westnofa black Lacquer bentwood dining chairs made in Norway. Great all original set of
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Segment Highback Dining Chair in Blue Hydrangea Velvet
By TRNK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Segment Highback Dining Chair suits many different interior arrangements: incorporate it as a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Upholstery, Velvet

Contemporary Mahogany Klismos Dining Chair with Green Upholstery
Located in New York, NY
New production. Made to order in walnut or mahogany. Designed and made in NYC, each chair is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

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
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21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rene Prou Fine Set of Six Dining Chairs
By René Prou
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French 1940s Art Deco dining chairs, set of six by Rene Prou, in stained beech. These chairs could
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

6 Scandinavian modern white oak dining chairs tan upholstery
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 6 Danish modern white oak dining chairs tan upholstery. Beautiful light muted white oak wood
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

80's Postmodern Curved Dining Chairs Annig Sarian Style
By Annig Sarian
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Postmodern round wood curved dining chairs in the manner of Annig Sarian for Tisettanta. Great
Category

Mid-20th Century Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

1960s Set of Six Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Set of 6 Dining Chairs designed by Henning Kjaernulf. Manufactured by EG Kvalitesmobel, Denmark
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Cantilever Chrome and Wicker Dining Chairs Anton Lorenz Style
By Harvey Probber
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Wonderful chrome and wicker dining chairs. Cantilevered chrome frames with wicker bucket seats
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Eight Tall Back Asian Inspired Dining Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of eight tall back Asian inspired dining chairs, originally retailed through John Stuart NYC
Category

2010s Dining Room Chairs

Fine Set of 14 Georgian Style Carved Dining Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fine quality carved dining chairs in a deep honey tone with elaborate foliate carved crest rail and
Category

20th Century Georgian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Eleven 19th Century Russian Neoclassical Dining Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
One of a kind set of eleven Russian neoclassical dining chairs. One arm and ten sides comprise this
Category

Early 20th Century Russian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of 8 Mid century danish modern oak dining chairs
By Børge Mogensen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 8 Mid century danish modern oak dining chairs. Solid oak frames with red Corded cut velvet
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Set of Four Laverne Flower Dining or Occasional Chairs
By Erwine & Estelle Laverne
Located in Chicago, IL
Invisible group flower occasional chairs, designed by Erwine & Estelle Laverne Signed with applied
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Mid Century Norwegian Teak Dining Chairs Curved Back
By Neils O. Möller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Mid Century Norwegian teak dining chairs curved back. Black Vinyl seat cushions - Chairs
Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of Eight French Dining Chairs Purchased from Ralph Lauren
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of eight French dining chairs, originally purchased from Ralph Lauren, NYC, when they were
Category

Vintage 1960s French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid Century McCobb Style Iron Dining Chairs Walter of Wabash
By Walter Wabash, Arbuck, Paul McCobb
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Sleek modern wrought iron chairs in the style of Paul McCobb. Great period look with high slender
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Iron

Set of 4 Scandinavian Modern Brutalist Sling Tan leather dining chairs
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of (4) Scandinavian Modern Brutalist Pine and Leather Sling armless Dining Chairs. Solid Pine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room ...

Materials

Leather, Pine

1950s Set of 8 Danish Leather Dining Chairs by Anders Jensen
By Neils O. Möller
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Set of 8 Dining Chairs by Anders Jensen. Teak wood frames with original green leather. Denmark
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

6 Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Red Brown Leather Dining Chairs Asko Finland
By Asko
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
(6) Mid Century Scandinavian Modern Red Brown Leather Dining Chairs Asko Finland. Great Rare set of
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Birch

Mid-Century Modern Thonet Bentwood Plywood Birch Dining Chair 10 Available
By Thonet
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
(1) Mid-Century Modern Thonet bentwood birch dining Chair with handle. Has original label. Good
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Birch, Bentwood

Mid Century Modern Swedish Modern Set of 6 Bentwood Dining Chairs
By Alvar Aalto, Thonet
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid-Century Modern Swedish Modern set of 6 bentwood Dining chairs. Great minimalist design. Legs
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Beautiful Set of 6 Danish modern teak dining chairs with mohair upholstery
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 6 Danish modern teak dining chairs with mohair upholstery. Clean solid teak Danish dining
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

21st C. 4 Colorful Designer Parsons Dining Chairs with Contrasting Piping
Located in Morristown, NJ
21st c., (2) pairs of colorfully upholstered Parsons side chairs, two in turquoise with lime green
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern Tapered Cane Back Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful set of 6 Mid-Century Modern tapered high back cane dining chairs. (4) of the chair have
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

4 Borge Mogensen Stacking Danish Teak Dining Chairs for C.M. Madsen
By Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
4 Borge Mogensen Stacking Teak Dining Chairs for C.M. Madsen. Set of 4 matching stacking chairs
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

6 mid century spindle back American modern walnut dining chairs black vinyl
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 6 mid century spindle back American modern walnut dining chairs black vinyl Upholstery seat
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Walnut

Set of 6 Midcentury Post Modern Dining Chairs by Pietro Costantini Italy
By Pietro Costantini, Ello Furniture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Amazing Set of 6 midcentury Post Modern Dining Chairs by Italian Designer Pietro Costantini. Very
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Birch

1960s Knud Faerch Bovenkamp Dining Chairs Netherlands New Upholstery Set of 5
By Knud Faerch, Bovenkamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a beautiful set of 5 Knud Faerch for Bovenkamp dining chairs, made in The
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Set of Eight Queen Anne Style Ebonized and Gilt Decorated Dining Chairs
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
dining chairs come straight from a NYC brownstone. The ebonized frames would fit easily in any Mid
Category

Vintage 1940s Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Louis XVI Style Yellow Leather Upholstered Dining Chairs, 1920s
By Fine Arts Furniture Co.
Located in Southampton, NY
1920s set of six Louis XVI style leather upholstered dining chairs by Fine Arts Furniture Inc. NYC
Category

Early 20th Century American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 4 Midcentury Post Modern Black Dining Chairs by Pietro Costantini Italy
By Pietro Costantini, Ello Furniture
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Amazing Set of 4 midcentury Post Modern Dining Chairs by Italian Designer Pietro Costantini. Very
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Set of 6 Andover Black Lacquer Dining Chairs by Davis Allen for Stendig
By Davis Allen, Stendig Co.
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 6 Andover Dining Chairs by Davis Allen for Stendig in black lacquer with red upholstery
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Lacquer

10 Swedish Mid Century Modern slat back dining chairs designed by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
(10) Swedish Mid Century Modern slat back dining chairs designed by Carl Malmsten. Solid birch
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Birch

Set of 8 Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin 1188 Thin Line Chrome Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of (8) Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin 1188 "Thin Line" Dining Chairs. Set of chrome thin
Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair danish modern Teak model 49 leather dining arm chairs by Erik Buch
By Erik Buch
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of mid century danish modern Erik Buch Teak model 49 dining arm chairs. Beautiful black
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak, Leather

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Solid Wood Sculptural Craft Rustic Dining Chairs
By Heywood-Wakefield Co., Conant Ball
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern solid wood sculptural Craft rustic dining chairs. Early American style
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Kai Kristiansen Mauve Pink Curved Back Dining Side Chairs, 1960s, Pair of Two
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
Set of two beautiful mid-century chairs, Kai Kristiansen’s iconic curved back chair silhouette
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Teak

Set of 4 Black Leather Covered Dining Chairs by Arper Made in Italy
By Mario Bellini, Arper
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 4 black soft leather covered dining chairs in good vintage condition. Labeled Arper - Made
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Unique Set of 6 Mid-Century Bentwood Dining Chairs Thonet Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century vintage Thonet Josef Hoffmann style Bentwood Blonde wood chairs with curved back - Set
Category

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

Materials

Bentwood, Wood

Italian Baroque Style Schmieg-Hungate & Kotzian LLC., Dining Chairs, Set of 8
By Schmieg & Kotzian
Located in Morristown, NJ
Early 20th c., a set of 8 one of a kind dining chairs by expert NYC cabinet makers Schmieg, Hungate
Category

Vintage 1920s American Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Angle II Armless Dining Chair in Grace Beige Tuxedo Color by TRNK
By TRNK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
addition to a dining table or desk. This chair brilliantly balances both form & function — it is not so
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Fabric, Linen, Upholstery

Angle II Armless Dining Chair in Grace Black Tuxedo Color by TRNK
By TRNK
Located in Brooklyn, NY
addition to a dining table or desk. This chair brilliantly balances both form & function — it is not so
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Fabric, Linen, Upholstery

4 Mid-Century Modern Blonde Birch Dining Chairs with Bouclé Style of Cassina
By Vico Magistretti, Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful set of (4) Mid-Century Modern blonde birch dining chairs with bouclé style of Cassina
Category

Vintage 1980s Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Birch

Pair of Niels Moller Model 71 Teak & Danish Cord Dining Chairs, 1960's
By Neils O. Möller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fantastic pair of Niels O. Møller Model 71 chairs dining chairs. Sculptural hardwood teak frame and
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cord, Teak

Late 19th Century Set of Six Baroque Style Dining Chairs With Gilt Leather
By Swedese
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Set of six Baroque style dinning chairs. Exquisite gilt leather seats and back. Turned Beech wood
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Baroque Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of 8 Vintage Mid Century All Wicker Dining room chairs by Lloyd Loom
By Lloyd Loom
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 8 Vintage Lloyd Loom All Wicker Dining room chairs. All chairs are in great vintage
Category

Vintage 1980s English Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Wood

1930s Set of 4 Gilbert Rohde Dining Chairs for Heywood Wakefield in Knoll Fabric
By Heywood-Wakefield Co., Gilbert Rohde
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a set of four dining chairs, designed by Gilbert Rohde and produced by Heywood
Category

Vintage 1930s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Wood

Set of 6 Mid Century High Back Walnut Dining Chairs Style of Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern walnut dining table high back chairs style of Adrian Pearsall - Good
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 6 Mid century Paul McCobb for Lane Chrome Black Cane Back Dining Chairs
By Lane Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Six all original rare midcentury Paul McCobb for Lane chrome dining chairs. Solid chrome steel
Category

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

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Set of Six 1940's Dining Chairs in Beech w/ Nickel Detail, Attrib to Rene Prou
By René Prou
Located in New York City, NY
, office chairs, dining room, sycamore, light wood, mid-century, Modernist, French Modern, Industrial, Rene
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Nickel

Ward Bennett Brickel Associates Ash & Burgundy Leather Chair, 1970s
By Brickel Associates, Ward Bennett
Located in New York, NY
stained in a walnut finish, upholstered in burgundy leather. The chair is structurally sound and sturdy
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Ash

Ward Bennett Brickel Associates Ash & Burgundy Leather Chairs, 1960s, Pair
By Brickel Associates, Ward Bennett
Located in New York, NY
set of 2 chairs, 4 chairs are available. We offer local delivery within NYC, see pricing below. We
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Ash

4 Peter Danko Design Mid Century Modern Bodyform Chairs Bent Wood
By Peter Danko
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of (4) Peter Danko design Mid-Century Modern "Bodyform" dining chairs bent Molded wood. These
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple, Bentwood, Plywood, Upholstery

Emeco Hudson Chair in Polished Aluminum by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Emeco
Located in Hanover, PA
The Hudson, designed for the Hudson hotel in NYC, is Emeco and Starck’s first collaboration. Starck
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

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Nyc Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of nyc dining chairs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and fabric, all nyc dining chairs available were constructed with great care. Find 40 antique and vintage nyc dining chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 32 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Nyc dining chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Nyc dining chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Nyc dining chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Emeco, Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance and Philippe Starck are consistently popular.

How Much are Nyc Dining Chairs?

Prices for nyc dining chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, nyc dining chairs begin at $699 and can go as high as $44,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,900.

Finding the Right seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Nyc Dining Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A dining chair is a chair used to provide seating while dining at a table. There are two main types: side chairs and armchairs. As the name suggests, armchairs feature integrated arms, and they typically go along the short ends of rectangular tables. Free of arms, side chairs are usually arranged along the sides of rectangular tables. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Dining chairs should be around 18 inches tall. Since most dining tables are 30 inches high, 18 inch tall dining chairs allow for a comfortable amount of legroom. As a general rule of thumb, there should be around 12 inches between a dining table and a seat.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A carver dining chair is a kind of spool chair with legs rising above the seat level to frame the back and support the armrests. A theory about how carver chairs got their name is that the “master of the household” would sit at the head of the dining table and carve the meat that would be served for dinner. A widely reported origin story for the carver chair is that the name references a Pilgrim named John Carver, who was the founder of the Plymouth colony of Massachusetts in the United States. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage carver chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A good width for a dining chair is generally considered to be 16 to 20 inches. Chairs within this size range typically provide enough space for most people to sit comfortably. Shop a collection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Whether leather is good for dining chairs is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find leather to be easy to wipe clean and appreciate its texture and appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of leather dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The entire back of a dining chair is simply called the chair back. It may have another name that more accurately describes the shape such as an X back or a cross back. The individual parts of a chair back include the ear, top rail, cross rail, stile and back post. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary dining chairs from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Choosing a fabric for reupholstering dining chairs is dependent on a number of factors. Cotton, faux suede, leather, tweed, velvet and vinyl are all popular options though each has different benefits. It is important to consider durability, ability to clean, and coordinating with decor.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The end chairs are called an armchair. Typically found at the head of the table, these specific chairs have armrests and give off a more formal feel. You can shop a collection of armchairs and dining tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, your dining room table and chairs do not need to match. Coordinated colors and styles can add visual flair to a space, and is a great way to show off your personal style. Shop a collection of dining room tables and chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The seat of a dining room chair is typically 18 inches from the floor and 16 to 20 inches wide.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    To pick a fabric for dining room chairs, one should consider durable, easy to maintain or stain-resistant materials. While choosing a fabric is a personal choice, the most commonly preferred upholstery materials include cotton and linen — both are prone to staining, however — as well as leather and synthetic fabrics such as polyester. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dining chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To protect your woven dining chairs, try a fabric protection spray designed for the specific type of material. Follow the application directions printed on the bottle for best results. Also, wipe your chairs clean after every meal with a slightly damp cloth to reduce the risk of stains. On 1stDibs, find a range of woven dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best fabric for dining room chairs is really a matter of preference. Those who are looking for maximum durability should opt for a smooth synthetic fabric that is liquid repellant. Shop dining room chairs in a variety of fabrics on 1stDibs.