Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Rope, Beech
19th Century English Sheraton Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Straw, Wood
Early 19th Century English Regency Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Mahogany
Early 19th Century Sheraton Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Mahogany, Upholstery
Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Cane, Wood
1820s Italian Empire Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Walnut
1920s Dutch Art Deco Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Fabric, Oak
1920s American Mid-Century Modern Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Steel
Late 18th Century Baltic Empire Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Brass
Late 19th Century German Baroque Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Wood
1920s Chinese Art Deco Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Wool, Hardwood
1920s French Modern Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Early 1900s Georgian Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Wood, Mahogany
Late 19th Century British Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Oak
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Rush
1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Metal
19th Century Georgian Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Wood, Mahogany
Late 18th Century British Chippendale Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Mahogany
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Upholstery, Oak
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Oak
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Oak
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Hide, Oak
Late 19th Century American Victorian Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Oak, Bentwood
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Oak
Mid-19th Century Gothic Revival Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Oak
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Oak
1890s English Arts and Crafts Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Rush, Oak
19th Century British Victorian Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Hardwood, Leather
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Oak
1850s French Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Walnut
1850s German Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Mahogany
Early 19th Century American Country Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Oak
1770s Chippendale Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Mahogany
1660s Czech Mid-Century Modern Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Cane, Walnut
19th Century English Chippendale Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century European Empire Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Vienna Secession Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Leather, Wood
19th Century French Louis Philippe Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Fabric, Fruitwood
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Upholstery, Bentwood
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Cane, Walnut
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Beech
19th Century French Louis XV Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Wood
Early 1800s Welsh Folk Art Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Elm
1910s English Arts and Crafts Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Rush, Oak
19th Century Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Wood
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Rush, Wood
Late 19th Century American Chippendale Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Mahogany
Mid-18th Century American Chippendale Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Silk, Walnut
1910s American Arts and Crafts Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Rush, Oak
1870s English Gothic Revival Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Oak
Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Oak
1720s English Queen Anne Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Silk, Mahogany
Mid-19th Century English George I Pair Of Antique Dining Chairs
Walnut
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To 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.
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