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 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 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.

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.

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.

Do my dining room chairs have to match my table?

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.

What is the standard size of a dining room chair?

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

What are dining room chairs with arms called?

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.

What type of fabric is best for dining chairs?

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.

Paris Dining Chair

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Tonneau Chair

Knoll Velvet

Pierre Guariche Aluminum Chair

Saarinen Velvet Chairs

Limited Edition Chair

Steiner Paris

Maison Gouffe

Luc Dining Chair with Natural Oak and Paris Black

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Natural Oak and Paris Black

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Natural Oak and Paris Brick

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Natural Oak and Paris Brick

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Set of Six Louis XVI Dining Chairs, Hardwood & Leather, Paris, 1900

$10,800 / set

Set of Six Louis XVI Dining Chairs, Hardwood & Leather, Paris, 1900

Located in Astoria, NY

A refined set of six early 20th century French Louis XVI dining chairs sourced in Paris, consisting of four side chairs and a pair of armchairs, expressing the enduring elegance of n...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Fabric, Cotton, Hardwood, Paint

Set of 10 Art Deco Dining Chairs, Lacquer, Alcantara, Paris circa 1930

$16,032

Set of 10 Art Deco Dining Chairs, Lacquer, Alcantara, Paris circa 1930

Located in Regensburg, DE

Very good seating comfort due to large seat cushion and upholstered, slightly laid back and curved backrest. The dining chairs were originally sourced as part of a dining room set in...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

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Faux Leather, Beech, Lacquer

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Black

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Black

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Green

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Green

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Lavanda

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Lavanda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Black

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Black

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Brick

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Brick

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc dining chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Safira

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Safira

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc dining chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Safira

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Safira

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Mouse

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Mouse

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc dining chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Brick

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Brick

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Mouse

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Mouse

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Green

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Green

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc dining chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Lavanda

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Lavanda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Jacob Kjaer for 1937 Paris World Fair Set of Six Dining Chairs

$23,700 / set

Jacob Kjaer for 1937 Paris World Fair Set of Six Dining Chairs

By Jacob Kjaer 1

Located in Waalwijk, NL

A distinguished set of dining chairs designed by Jacob Kjær for the Paris World Fair of 1937.

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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Late 19th Century Set of 10 Dining Chairs, Later Upholstered by Phelippeau Paris

$11,595

Late 19th Century Set of 10 Dining Chairs, Later Upholstered by Phelippeau Paris

Located in Nottingham, GB

Set of Ten Velvet Button-Back Dining Chairs Upholstered by Phelippeau Paris Material: Wood, Velvet Upholstery An impressive and unusually large set of ten upholstered dining chairs...

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Antique Late 19th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Dark Blue

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Dark Blue

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Dark Blue

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-1 and Paris Dark Blue

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Set of 8 Industrial Styled Sculptural Metal Dining Chairs by PO! Paris C1990

$5,950 / set

Set of 8 Industrial Styled Sculptural Metal Dining Chairs by PO! Paris C1990

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Beautiful set of 8 industrial abstract iron steel with rebar tri-leg configuration dining chairs. Professionally made from car bonnets in France.

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1990s French Industrial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Iron, Sheet Metal

Set of Six French Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs by Maison Jansen, 1890, Paris

$12,000 / set

Set of Six French Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs by Maison Jansen, 1890, Paris

By Maison Jansen

Located in Astoria, NY

A distinctive set of six late 19th-century French Louis XVI style dining chairs by Maison Jansen, dating to the second half of the 19th century.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Hardwood, Paint

Space Age Paris Metro Dining Chair in Custom Fabric & Wood Finish, COM Only

$2,200 / item

Space Age Paris Metro Dining Chair in Custom Fabric & Wood Finish, COM Only

By The Tailored Home

Located in Greenwich, CT

Inspired by the iconic seating of the Paris Metro, this dining chair balances Space Age chic with a bold, circular silhouette.

Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Wood, Upholstery

A set of four Mid Century Meredew Dining Chairs, Deep Mahogany with White Paris

$280Sale Price / set|48% Off

A set of four Mid Century Meredew Dining Chairs, Deep Mahogany with White Paris

By Meredew

Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB

A set of four Meredew Dining Chairs, Deep Mahogany with Cream Paris Boucle Upholstery.

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

Materials

Bouclé, Mahogany

Set of ten model 771 chairs, by Joseph-André Motte, Editions Steiner, Paris

$13,741 / set

Set of ten model 771 chairs, by Joseph-André Motte, Editions Steiner, Paris

By Joseph-André Motte

Located in Paris, FR

Set of ten chairs model 771 (said « tongue chair ») by Joseph Andre Motte for Steiner. Circa 1954. Redone and recently covered with Bergamo fabric by Bisson Bruneel. Bases in origina...

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Antique 1850s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Shagreen Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris

$6,880 / item

Shagreen Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. Inspired by the original Dandy bench by Kif...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris

$6,880 / item

Shagreen Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. Inspired by the original Dandy bench by Kif...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Eight chairs by Michel Mortier edited by Steiner, 1952

$11,451 / set

Eight chairs by Michel Mortier edited by Steiner, 1952

By Michel Mortier

Located in Saint Ouen, France

Michel Mortier (1925–2015) was one of the most inspired architects and designers of postwar French design, a master of functional elegance and formal rigor. Born in Paris and trained...

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Vintage 1950s French Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Wood

Four chairs Djinn by Olivier Mourgue edited by airborne, 1965

$11,451 / set

Four chairs Djinn by Olivier Mourgue edited by airborne, 1965

By Olivier Mourgue

Located in Saint Ouen, France

Olivier Mourgue is a French designer, best known for his futuristic “Djinn” chair, which was featured in Stanley Kubrick’s film '2001: A Space Odyssey'. Mourgue was born in Paris in ...

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Vintage 1960s French Space Age Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Sculptural Chairs and Dining Table in Shell and Brass by Kifu Paris

$48,449 / set

Set of Sculptural Chairs and Dining Table in Shell and Brass by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

The dimensions of this piece are 304.8 x 106.9 x 75 cm This dining table is sold with a pair of Sylvie chairs.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Shell Inlaid Dining Table by Kifu Paris with a Pair of R&Y Augousti Chairs

$57,304 / set

Shell Inlaid Dining Table by Kifu Paris with a Pair of R&Y Augousti Chairs

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

Part of the Apoli Capsule Series, see images of collection at end of slide. This dining table is sold with two black pen shell Sylvie Chairs by R&Y Augousti The dimensions of t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Dining Table and 6 Chairs by Marc Held for IBM, Bessière, 1983

$11,451

Dining Table and 6 Chairs by Marc Held for IBM, Bessière, 1983

By Marc Held

Located in Saint Ouen, France

Dining table and 6 chairs by Marc Held for IBM, 1983 Rare furniture designed by Marc Held for the refectory of the IBM house in Montpellier/La Lande.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Luc Dining Chair with Natural Oak and Paris Lavanda

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Natural Oak and Paris Lavanda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Natural Oak and Paris Green

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Natural Oak and Paris Green

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Natural Oak and Paris Safira

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Natural Oak and Paris Safira

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Natural Oak and Paris Mouse

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Natural Oak and Paris Mouse

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Natural Oak and Paris Dark Blue

$1,727Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luc Dining Chair with Natural Oak and Paris Dark Blue

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair, the playing field is the cross-section where functional design and craftsmanship ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Stools

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

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Hugues Chevalier of Paris, France set of four Red leather Ying Bridge chairs

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H 35.83 in W 23.23 in D 21.66 in

Hugues Chevalier of Paris, France set of four Red leather Ying Bridge chairs

By Hugues Chevalier, Chafik Gasmi

Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Hugues Chevalier of Paris, France set of four Red leather Ying bridge chairs Wonderful set of four superbly executed chairs by the Parisien manufacturer Hugues Chevalier. Desi...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

French 1900s Design Bistro Rattan Wicker and Braided Resin Outdoor Armchair

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H 30.71 in W 21.66 in D 21.26 in

French 1900s Design Bistro Rattan Wicker and Braided Resin Outdoor Armchair

Located in Tourcoing, FR

French Bistro design rattan wicker armchair composed of a rattan structure, braided resin back and seat with a red outline, famous at the beginning of the 20th century in Paris, it w...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

SUITE OF 8 FRENCH COUNTRY HOUSE GRANGE PARIS DiNING CHAIRS SOLD THROUGH HARRODS

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H 36.62 in W 18.9 in D 22.05 in

SUITE OF 8 FRENCH COUNTRY HOUSE GRANGE PARIS DiNING CHAIRS SOLD THROUGH HARRODS

By Harrods, Grange

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely suite of eight Grange Paris Cherry Wood dining chairs retailed through Harrods London Please no...

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20th Century French Country Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry

Six Sculptural Ico Paris Mohagany Dining Chairs

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H 28 in Dm 20 in

Six Sculptural Ico Paris Mohagany Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Six wonderful Mohagany chairs with "bow-tie" tops and sculptural legs by famed Italian designer, Ico Parisi.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Set of Six Dining Chairs Styled by Paris Hadley

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H 24 in W 20.5 in D 20 in

Set of Six Dining Chairs Styled by Paris Hadley

By Parish - Hadley 1

Located in Stamford, CT

Fine set of six dining chairs from a Carlyle NY/ Palm Beach estate, well carved white lacquered and comfortable. By oral tradition, possibly designed by Parish Hadley in the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Dining Room Chairs

Set of Four Dining Room Chairs by Pierre Vandel, Paris

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H 38.59 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in

Set of Four Dining Room Chairs by Pierre Vandel, Paris

By Pierre Vandel

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

Four beautiful dining chairs in good vintage condition. Designed by Pierre Vandel.

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Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Jacob Kjær Dining Chairs Model Paris Produced by Cabinetmaker Jacob Kjær

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H 33.86 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in

Jacob Kjær Dining Chairs Model Paris Produced by Cabinetmaker Jacob Kjær

By Jacob Kjaer

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Very rare set of 16 dining chairs model Paris designed by Jacob Kjær.

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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Eight French Renaissance Revival Dining Chairs, Maison Gouffé, Paris

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H 35 in W 19 in D 17 in

Set of Eight French Renaissance Revival Dining Chairs, Maison Gouffé, Paris

By Maison Gouffé

Located in Birmingham, AL

Handsome set of eight French Renaissance Revival walnut dining chairs by Maison Gouffé, Paris. Original leather backs and seats with large nailhead trim.

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Mid-20th Century French Renaissance Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs in Set of Eight from Paris

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H 36 in W 20 in D 19 in

Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs in Set of Eight from Paris

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A set of eight vintage original distressed white painted set of Louis XVI style dining chairs in excellent original condition. There are no breaks or repairs in any of the eight chai...

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Vintage 1920s French Dining Room Chairs

Vintage Meribel Dining Chair by Charlotte Perriand, Steph Simon, Paris, 1960s

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H 29.93 in W 18.51 in D 16.15 in

Vintage Meribel Dining Chair by Charlotte Perriand, Steph Simon, Paris, 1960s

By Charlotte Perriand, Steph Simon

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Dining chair created by Charlotte Perriand for the interior design of the appartements of the 'Méribel' Ski Resort in the French Alps.

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

Materials

Straw, Pine

SATURDAY SALE. Set of Six Dining Room Chairs by Maison Gouffe, Paris

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H 36.5 in W 18 in D 17 in

SATURDAY SALE. Set of Six Dining Room Chairs by Maison Gouffe, Paris

By Maison Gouffé

Located in Miami, FL

Superb set of six dining room chairs by Maison Gouffe Faubourg Saint Antoine, Paris.

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Philippe Coudray, Louis XVI, Dining Chairs, Grey Wood, Tan Leather, Paris, 2000s

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H 37.25 in W 18.5 in D 20 in

Philippe Coudray, Louis XVI, Dining Chairs, Grey Wood, Tan Leather, Paris, 2000s

Located in Stamford, CT

Five Pieces Set of Louis XVI style Philippe Coudray ateliers dining or conference chairs. A set of five stunning Paris made parcel gilt and paint decorated custom quality dining chai...

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Early 2000s French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Linen, Wood

Set of 12 Vintage Wooden Stackable Folding Chairs Marked Paris

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H 32.75 in W 16.5 in D 20 in

Set of 12 Vintage Wooden Stackable Folding Chairs Marked Paris

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Vintage 1940s folding chairs in beech with brass details. A really great midcentury set! Marked Paris Maine. NOTE: We will sell these as pairs, fours, etc. Measures : Folded: H 36.7...

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Vintage 1940s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pierre Guariche Tulip Chair, Cast Aluminum, Steiner Meubles, Paris, 1954

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H 28.35 in W 18.12 in D 18.9 in

Pierre Guariche Tulip Chair, Cast Aluminum, Steiner Meubles, Paris, 1954

By Steiner, Pierre Guariche

Located in Hitchin, England

A Pierre Guariche cast aluminium "Tulip" chair dating from the 1950s. With the metal being cast there is a rawness and imperfect finish to the seat that adds wonderful character. It...

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

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Pierre Guariche Cast Aluminium "Tonneau" Chair, Steiner Meubles, Paris, 1954

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H 27.96 in W 17.72 in

Pierre Guariche Cast Aluminium "Tonneau" Chair, Steiner Meubles, Paris, 1954

By Pierre Guariche, Steiner

Located in Hitchin, England

A Pierre Guariche cast aluminium "Tonneau" chair dating from the 1950s. With the metal being cast there is a rawness and imperfect finish to the seat that adds wonderful character. ...

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

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

14 French Empire style Paint Decorated Carved Gilt Chairs by Balzarotti of Paris

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H 38.5 in W 25.25 in D 24.75 in L 38.5 in

14 French Empire style Paint Decorated Carved Gilt Chairs by Balzarotti of Paris

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This extraordinary set of French Empire dining chairs by Balzarotti of Paris exemplifies the height of 19th-century Parisian craftsmanship.

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Vintage 1960s French Empire Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

French Antique Louis XVI Dining Chairs in Set of Six, circa 1920

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H 37 in W 17.5 in D 17 in

French Antique Louis XVI Dining Chairs in Set of Six, circa 1920

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Superior detailing and quality on this French Louis XVI dining chairs from Paris with original paint and upholstery.

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Vintage 1910s French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Set of 48 'Cafe de Paris' Bistro Dinning Chairs, France, 1950s

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H 32.6 in W 16.9 in D 18.9 in

Set of 48 'Cafe de Paris' Bistro Dinning Chairs, France, 1950s

Located in Almelo, NL

A set of 48 'Cafe de Paris' bistro dining chairs from France, 1950s. The wooden beech frames are in original good condition with a elegance brass veet.

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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Art Deco Dining Table with 10 Chairs, Macassar Ebony, Brass, Paris circa 1930

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H 28.75 in W 110.63 in D 40.16 in

Art Deco Dining Table with 10 Chairs, Macassar Ebony, Brass, Paris circa 1930

By George Guerin

Located in Regensburg, DE

Original Art Deco period Dining Room Set (Table and 10 Chairs) in lacquered Macassar Ebony and Brass, from Paris circa 1930.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Sets

Materials

Leather, Beech, Macassar, Mahogany, Lacquer

Chair, Model No.400, by Roger Tallon, Editions Lacloche, Paris 1964

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H 70 in W 39 in D 40 in

Chair, Model No.400, by Roger Tallon, Editions Lacloche, Paris 1964

By Roger Tallon, Lacloche Freres

Located in Berlin, DE

Chair, Model No.400, by Roger Tallon, Editions Lacloche, Paris 1964

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Vintage 1960s French Modern Stools

Louis XVI-Style Dining Chairs from Paris, Circa 1930

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H 34.5 in W 19 in D 16 in

Louis XVI-Style Dining Chairs from Paris, Circa 1930

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

In a set of 6, these lovely classic early-20th century set of six Louis XVI-style chairs have their original paint, fabrication and beautiful hand-carved detailing. Imported directl...

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Early 20th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Set of Six Antique Art Deco Solid Dining Chairs Charles Bernel, Paris

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H 35.75 in W 18.75 in D 20.25 in

Set of Six Antique Art Deco Solid Dining Chairs Charles Bernel, Paris

By Charles Bernel

Located in North York, ON

This set of six Art Deco style dining chairs hails from France. Each chair is comprised of a solid wood frame, distressed leather wraparound the edges, deep red upholstered seat, and...

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Six Oak Dining Chairs by Simon Packo, Blankenberge, Belgium, 1972

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H 31.7 in W 17.33 in D 18.31 in

Set of Six Oak Dining Chairs by Simon Packo, Blankenberge, Belgium, 1972

By Simon Packo, Lelièvre Paris

Located in The Hague, NL

This rare set of dining chairs was designed and produced by the Belgian designer Simon Packo in his own workshop in Blankenberge in 1972.

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Vintage 1970s Belgian Brutalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Wood, Oak

Hermes Paris Set of Eight La Chaise Sellier Leather Dining Chairs 8

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H 32.68 in W 17.72 in D 22.64 in

Hermes Paris Set of Eight La Chaise Sellier Leather Dining Chairs 8

By Hermès

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this exceptionally high end designer set of eight La Chaise Sellier RRP £71,200 handstitched cream leather dining chairs from Hermes Paris These a...

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20th Century English Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Rinck Paris French Art Deco Burlwood Dining Chairs, Set of 8, circa 1930

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H 33.25 in W 18 in D 19.5 in

Rinck Paris French Art Deco Burlwood Dining Chairs, Set of 8, circa 1930

By Rinck

Located in Miami, FL

Rinck Paris French Art Deco burlwood dining chairs, Set of 8 circa 1930.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Burl

French Early 20th Century set of 6 Dining Room Chairs Signed Gouffe a Paris

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H 34.5 in W 19.5 in D 20 in

French Early 20th Century set of 6 Dining Room Chairs Signed Gouffe a Paris

By Maison Gouffé

Located in Stockbridge, GA

Beautiful set of 6 dining room chairs signed Gouffe a Paris. The chairs are covered of leather and painted.

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Henning Kjærnulf Dining Chairs, Oak and Ivory Bouclé, Denmark, 1960s

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H 40.56 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

Set of Six Henning Kjærnulf Dining Chairs, Oak and Ivory Bouclé, Denmark, 1960s

By Lelièvre Paris, Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf

Located in The Hague, NL

This striking set of six dining chairs was designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf in the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak

Rare Set of Ten Henning Kjærnulf Dining Chairs in Oak and Bouclé, Denmark, 1950s

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H 31.11 in W 19.69 in D 17.92 in

Rare Set of Ten Henning Kjærnulf Dining Chairs in Oak and Bouclé, Denmark, 1950s

By Lelièvre Paris, Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf

Located in The Hague, NL

This rare set of dining room chairs was designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf in the late 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak

Pair of Hermes Paris La Chaise Sellier Leather Dining Armchairs Two

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H 32.29 in W 21.86 in D 22.84 in

Pair of Hermes Paris La Chaise Sellier Leather Dining Armchairs Two

By Hermès

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this exceptionally high end pair of designer La Chaise Sellier RRP £18,000 handstitched green leather dining chairs from Hermes Paris These are ...

Category

20th Century English Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 12 Vintage Wooden Stackable Folding Chairs Marked Paris

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H 32.75 in W 16.5 in D 20 in

Set of 12 Vintage Wooden Stackable Folding Chairs Marked Paris

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Vintage 1940s folding chairs in beech with brass details. A really great midcentury set! Marked Paris Maine. NOTE: We will sell these as pairs, fours, etc. Have multiples and bought...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pierre Guariche Tulip Chair, Cast Aluminum, Steiner Meubles, Paris, 1954

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H 28.35 in W 18.12 in D 18.9 in

Pierre Guariche Tulip Chair, Cast Aluminum, Steiner Meubles, Paris, 1954

By Pierre Guariche, Steiner

Located in Hitchin, England

A Pierre Guariche cast aluminium "Tulip" chair dating from the 1950s. With the metal being cast there is a rawness and imperfect finish to the seat that adds wonderful character. It...

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Pierre Guariche Cast Aluminium "Tonneau" Chair, Steiner Meubles, Paris, 1954

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H 27.96 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in

Pierre Guariche Cast Aluminium "Tonneau" Chair, Steiner Meubles, Paris, 1954

By Steiner, Pierre Guariche

Located in Hitchin, England

A Pierre Guariche cast aluminium "Tonneau" chair dating from the 1950s. With the metal being cast there is a rawness and imperfect finish to the seat that adds wonderful character. ...

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

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Set of Three Louis Ghost Armchairs Exclusively Designed for the Paris Kong Restaurant by Philippe Starck

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H 36.62 in W 21.26 in D 22.45 in

Set of Three Louis Ghost Armchairs Exclusively Designed for the Paris Kong Restaurant by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck

Located in Paris, FR

The famous Kong restaurant was entirely decorated by Philippe Starck (born in 1949) in 2003. This set of three armchairs was acquired when the restaurant was redecorated. Set of t...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Dining Room Chairs

Art Deco Dining Table and 8 Chairs Jean Royere for Gouffe Paris

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H 30.71 in W 96.46 in D 49.22 in

Art Deco Dining Table and 8 Chairs Jean Royere for Gouffe Paris

By Jean Royère, Maison Gouffé

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

A very large dining table and eight dining chairs designed, and produced in Paris in the 1930’s, by Gouffe cabinetmakers this is where Jean Royere learnt his trade.

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Vintage 1930s Dining Room Sets

Materials

Walnut

Set of Six Chairs from the Cafe de Paris

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H 37.41 in W 18.9 in D 17.72 in

Set of Six Chairs from the Cafe de Paris

Located in London, London

Set of Six Chairs from the Cafe de Paris, c1925.

London’s Café de Paris in Piccadilly is one of the most famous venues in the world. Opening almost 90 years ago in 192...

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Early 20th Century English Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 Gouffe Paris Mahogany Upholstered Dining or Desk Chairs

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H 37.5 in W 19 in D 18 in

Set of 4 Gouffe Paris Mahogany Upholstered Dining or Desk Chairs

Located in Stamford, CT

The gorgeous lines of this chair will make it a great accent chair in any space. Four available, price is per chair. Will sell as set, or individually.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Ultrasuede

Set of Six 1920s French Mouton Dining Chairs Stamped Paris St Antoine

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H 42 in W 19 in D 22 in

Set of Six 1920s French Mouton Dining Chairs Stamped Paris St Antoine

Located in San Francisco, CA

Set of six 1920s French Mouton chairs. Stamped Paris St. Antoine (Newly Upholstered more fabric available). Measures: 42" H X 19" W X 22" D.

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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Dining Room Chairs

6 bistro chairs from Paris

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H 30.71 in W 17.72 in D 15.36 in

6 bistro chairs from Paris

Located in Skogås, Stockholms län

6 bistro chairs in dark red from a bistro restaurant in Paris. Very good condition. The chairs are sold in set of 6.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Paris Metro Platform Chairs, Set of Six

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H 33 in W 17 in D 17 in

Paris Metro Platform Chairs, Set of Six

Located in New York, NY

These Art Nouveau Style chairs are cast from the original mold that was used for the Paris Metro platforms in the 1930's. Can be used indoors or outdoors. Sold individually or in sets.

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20th Century Unknown Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Six Cane Chairs from Romeo Paris

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H 43 in W 19.5 in D 17 in

Set of Six Cane Chairs from Romeo Paris

Located in New Jersey City, NJ

Painted blue grey and signed under Romeo

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Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs

Pair of Art Deco Chairs, Paris, 1920s, Original Condition

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H 41.34 in W 21.07 in D 22.45 in

Pair of Art Deco Chairs, Paris, 1920s, Original Condition

Located in Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein

Pair of Art Deco chairs, Paris, 1920s. Very good, original condition. Feet pointing outwards; high, U-shaped seat; trapezoidal backrest. Original, richly ornamented silk cover fab...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Silk, Wood

Stunning Set of 12 French Dining Chairs, circa 1940s

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H 37.5 in W 17 in D 15 in

Stunning Set of 12 French Dining Chairs, circa 1940s

Located in Hialeah, FL

We bought this beautiful set of 12 dining chairs in Paris, France. Size: 37.50 H x 17 W x 15 D x SH 19.50.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Six 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs

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H 36 in W 19 in D 22 in

Set of Six 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs

Located in Encinitas, CA

Beautiful set of six 19th Century, Louis XVI style, dining chairs from Paris, France. All newly upholstered in lovely blue/green moleskin fabric with custom nail head trim.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Pine

Monumental Set of 12 French Art Deco Dining Chairs, circa 1940s

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H 39 in W 17 in D 16.5 in

Monumental Set of 12 French Art Deco Dining Chairs, circa 1940s

Located in Hialeah, FL

We bought this beautiful set of 12 dining chairs in Paris, France, in some beautiful home.

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Ebony, Mahogany

Set of Eight 19th Century French Louis Xlll Style Leather Dining Chairs

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H 50.5 in W 19 in D 17 in

Set of Eight 19th Century French Louis Xlll Style Leather Dining Chairs

Located in Hialeah, FL

We bought this beautiful set of eight dining chairs in Paris, France, in some beautiful home.

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Antique 1890s French Louis XIII Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Set of Six Art Deco Chairs / Dining Room Chairs, Paris, circa 1925

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H 39.38 in W 18.31 in D 18.9 in

Set of Six Art Deco Chairs / Dining Room Chairs, Paris, circa 1925

Located in Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein

Set of six Art Deco chairs / dining room chairs, Paris, circa 1925. Made of walnut.

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Jules Leleu Dining Room Table and Chairs, 1937 Paris Exhibition

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H 30 in W 78.5 in D 47 in

Jules Leleu Dining Room Table and Chairs, 1937 Paris Exhibition

By Jules Leleu

Located in Oakland, CA

Jules Leleu created this spectacular Art Deco dining room table and chairs. Leleu was one of the most important and prolific names in furnishings of this period.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Sets

Materials

Metal

Stunning Set of 12 French Dining Chairs, circa 1940s

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H 37.5 in W 17 in D 15 in

Stunning Set of 12 French Dining Chairs, circa 1940s

Located in Hialeah, FL

We bought this beautiful set of 12 dining chairs in Paris, France. Size: 37.50 H x 17 W x 15 D x SH 19.50.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Chairs

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Set of 6 French Art Deco Solid Mahogany Gondola Dining Chairs

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H 35 in W 18 in D 16.5 in

Beautiful Set of 6 French Art Deco Solid Mahogany Gondola Dining Chairs

Located in Hialeah, FL

WE TRAVELED TO BUY ALL OUR PIECES IN FRANCE .WE BOUGHT THIS BEAUTIFUL SET OF 6 DINING CHAIRS IN PARIS FRANCE … Dimensions 18 "W × 16.50"D × 35"H ( SEAT HEIGHT 20 ). the Chairs are so...

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Brass

Classic Set of 8 French Art Deco Solid Mahogany Dining Chairs, circa 1940s

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H 36 in W 16.5 in D 16 in

Classic Set of 8 French Art Deco Solid Mahogany Dining Chairs, circa 1940s

Located in Hialeah, FL

We bought this beautiful set of 8 dining chairs in Paris, France. Size: 36 H x 16.50 W x 16 D x SH 18.50.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Plastic, Wood, Mahogany

Set of Six French Art Deco Solid Macassar Ebony Dining Chairs, circa 1940s

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H 40 in W 18.5 in D 16.5 in

Set of Six French Art Deco Solid Macassar Ebony Dining Chairs, circa 1940s

Located in Hialeah, FL

Sh 20.50 we traveled to buy all our pieces in France .We bought this beautiful set of six dining chairs in Paris France, in some beautiful home.

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Chairs

Donghia "Paris" Bar Chairs

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H 46 in W 18 in D 20 in

Donghia "Paris" Bar Chairs

Located in Charleston, SC

Four Maple Bar Chairs with Walnut and Birch Diamond Jaquard Wood on Inside and Outside Back with Diamond Pattern Side with Brown Cortina Leather Seat Resting on Tapered Legs with Bru...

Category

Late 20th Century American Stools

Materials

Wood, Leather

19th Century Garden Dining Set

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H 36.62 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in

19th Century Garden Dining Set

Located in Sidmouth, Devon

A fabulous looking Paris dining table and six carver chairs all from the 19th century.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Stunning Set of 12 French Art Deco Dining Chairs, circa 1940s

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H 36 in W 18 in D 17 in

Stunning Set of 12 French Art Deco Dining Chairs, circa 1940s

Located in Hialeah, FL

We bought this beautiful set of 12 dining chairs in Paris, France, in some beautiful home.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Stunning Set of Twelve French Art Deco Dining Chairs Attributed to Jules Leleu

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H 38.5 in W 18 in D 19 in

Stunning Set of Twelve French Art Deco Dining Chairs Attributed to Jules Leleu

By Jules Leleu

Located in Hialeah, FL

We bought this beautiful set of 12 dining chairs in Paris France, in some beautiful home.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Six Louis XVI Style Square Back Painted Dining Chairs

$5,800 / set

H 34.5 in W 19 in D 19 in

Set of Six Louis XVI Style Square Back Painted Dining Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Exquisite set of six French square back dining chairs crafted in the neoclassical Louis XVI taste. The carved frames feature a distinctive square back and seat with a Gustavian style...

Category

20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of Eight Louis XVI-Style Painted Dining Chairs, Late 20th Century

$39,000 / set

H 38 in W 20.5 in D 19 in

Set of Eight Louis XVI-Style Painted Dining Chairs, Late 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

Set of eight Louis XVI-style painted dining chairs — two armchairs and six side chairs — upholstered in blue Cowtan & Tout fabric with brass nailhead trim. Made 1980–1999. Each chair...

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Late 20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Set of 14 Fine French Art Deco Dining Chairs '12 Side and 2 Arm'

$30,000 / set

H 37.75 in W 17.75 in D 22.25 in

Set of 14 Fine French Art Deco Dining Chairs '12 Side and 2 Arm'

By Jules Leleu

Located in Long Island City, NY

With ebonized wood frames and leather upholstered seats, in the manner of Jules Leleu. Two more chairs requiring touch up and small restorations are also available.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

French Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs Hand-Made in France Armchair Available

$17,700 / set

H 36 in W 19.25 in D 21.75 in

French Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs Hand-Made in France Armchair Available

Located in Highwood, IL

French Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs Hand-Made in France Armchairs are available. Our listing shows a set of six handmade French Louis XVI dining chairs. We had been looking forever ...

Category

2010s French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Beech

French 19th Century Louis XVI Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$2,950 / set

H 37 in W 19.5 in D 17 in

French 19th Century Louis XVI Dining Chairs - Set of 6

Located in Carmine, TX

Elegant set of six 19th-century French Louis XVI dining chairs, crafted in carved painted walnut with fluted legs and classic neoclassical detailing. Newly upholstered in a charming ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut, Paint

Set of Six French Louis XVI Dining Chairs, Walnut, Velvet Upholstery

$6,500 / set

H 36.75 in W 18.5 in D 19.75 in

Set of Six French Louis XVI Dining Chairs, Walnut, Velvet Upholstery

Located in Astoria, NY

A handsome set of six French Louis XVI dining chairs crafted in walnut during the early 20th century. Sourced in Provence, France, the chairs embody the timeless elegance of the Loui...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

French 19th Century Louis XVI Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$2,650 / set

H 35.25 in W 19 in D 16 in

French 19th Century Louis XVI Dining Chairs - Set of 6

Located in Carmine, TX

A set of six 19th century Louis XVI-style dining chairs featuring classic square backs, fluted tapered legs, and carved rosette corner details. Upholstered in an elegant geometric pa...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Wood, Paint

Set of Six French Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs

$6,800 / set

H 36 in W 19 in D 21.5 in

Set of Six French Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Sublime set of six French 20th century carved beech dining chairs crafted in the grand Louis XVI taste. The oval balloon back or cameo frames feature an opulent silver cloud or oyste...

Category

20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Vintage Art Deco Mahogany Dining Chairs, Jules Leleu Style, 1920s

$9,400 / set

H 40 in W 20.25 in D 21 in

Vintage Art Deco Mahogany Dining Chairs, Jules Leleu Style, 1920s

By Jules Leleu

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A black-brown, vintage Art Deco French pair of dining room chairs made of hand crafted polished Mahogany in the style of Jules Leleu, in good condition. The upholstered backrest of t...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Mahogany

Set of 6 Louis XVI Style Dining Room Chairs

$1,200 / set

H 35 in W 19.5 in D 21 in

Set of 6 Louis XVI Style Dining Room Chairs

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Set of 6 painted Louis XVI style dining room chairs, circa mid 20th century. With a concave crest rail, a trapezoidal shaped back with brass nail head trim, upholstered seat with bra...

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

A set of 6 French Painted Dining Room Side Chairs, c. 1940.

$3,450 / set

H 33.75 in W 16 in D 18 in

A set of 6 French Painted Dining Room Side Chairs, c. 1940.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These chairs are a classic square-back form with elegant neoclassical lines, typical of Louis XVI style. Updated with new fabric for a fresh yet timeless look.

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Paint

Set of Six French Art Deco High Back Dining Chairs Possibly Gaston Poisson

$2,080Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 39.25 in W 17.25 in D 18 in

Set of Six French Art Deco High Back Dining Chairs Possibly Gaston Poisson

By Gaston Poisson

Located in New York, NY

Nice set of 6 French Art Deco high back dining chairs, attributed to Gaston Poisson. This set is in good original condition, usable as is or you can restore to perfection if you want...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of 6 Antique French Louis XVI Dining Chairs

$3,480

H 36 in W 17.5 in D 18.5 in

Set of 6 Antique French Louis XVI Dining Chairs

Located in Dallas, TX

Set of 6 Antique French Louis XVI Dining Chairs are the perfect blend between elegance and a casual formality that works so well with today's lifestyles! Hand crafted from solid oak...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Antique Set (7) French Dining Chairs in Louis XVI Style Old Leather Unrestored

$2,765 / set

H 41.5 in W 18.5 in D 21.5 in

Antique Set (7) French Dining Chairs in Louis XVI Style Old Leather Unrestored

Located in Highwood, IL

Antique set of French (7) Louis XVI Style Dining Room Chairs in "unrestored" condition. The chairs should be restored before using and we are only aware of one chair that is question...

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Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood

Set of 8 Art Deco Dining Chairs, Black Lacquer, Creme Velour, France circa 1930

$12,596 / set

H 38.19 in W 19.1 in D 18.9 in

Set of 8 Art Deco Dining Chairs, Black Lacquer, Creme Velour, France circa 1930

Located in Regensburg, DE

Set of 8 original french Art Deco 'High Back' Dining Room chairs from France about 1930. Solid hardwood construction. Black high-gloss piano lacquer. Elegant, slightly curved legs. ...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood, Lacquer

Set of Ten French Late Art Deco Dining Chairs in Black Lacquer and Beige Velvet

$14,887 / set

H 40.16 in W 20.48 in D 22.84 in

Set of Ten French Late Art Deco Dining Chairs in Black Lacquer and Beige Velvet

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Paris Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the paris dining chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A paris dining chair — often made from wood, animal skin and leather — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a paris dining chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A paris dining chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made paris dining chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Pierre Guariche, Hermès and Maison Gouffé are consistently popular.

How Much is a Paris Dining Chair?

Prices for a paris dining chair start at $525 and top out at $55,271 with the average selling for $4,924.

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?

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Questions About Paris Dining Chair

What is a dining chair?
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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.
How tall should dining chairs be?
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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.
What is a carver dining chair?
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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.
What is the difference between dining chairs and accent chairs?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
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 the difference between an accent chair and a dining chair?
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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.
Is it worth recovering dining chairs?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
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?
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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.
Is leather good for dining chairs?
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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.
How can you tell if a dining chair is antique?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
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?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.
What are the chairs at a dining table called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
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?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
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.
What is a good width for a dining chair?
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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.
What are the head dining chairs called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
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?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
Do my dining room chairs have to match my table?
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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.
What is the standard size of a dining room chair?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The seat of a dining room chair is typically 18 inches from the floor and 16 to 20 inches wide.
What are dining room chairs with arms called?
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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.
What type of fabric is best for dining chairs?
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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.

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