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FOUR FiNE ANTIQUE THONET CROCODILE ALLIGATOR CARVED WOOD PATINA DINING CHAIRS 4
By Thonet
Located in GB
rare suite set of four original circa 1900-1920, Thonet, cafe dining chairs with the rare Crocodile
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Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Patina Furniture Company Green Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Dining Arm Chair
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Patina furniture Company green Chinoiserie faux bamboo dining arm chair. Each with a custom
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20th Century Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Bamboo

Set of 6 Antique Dining Chairs with Azure Blue Patina
Located in Baambrugge, NL
2 chairs with armrests, 4 without, restored, new upholstery, stirdy.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Suite of 10 Carolean Dining Chairs with Crocodile Alligator Patina Leather Ten
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite suite of handmade in Italy Carolean dining chairs
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20th Century Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Upholstered Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Gingko dining chair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and whimsical piece. The blue velvet
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Upholstered Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Gingko dining chair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and whimsical piece. The dark grey velvet
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Upholstered Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Gingko dining chair by R & Y Augousti is an elegant and whimsical piece. The cream linen
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

"il Vento" Chair with Patina Bronze, Istanbul
By Bizimyer Furniture
Located in Istanbul, 34
"il Vento" Chair with Patina Bronze, Istanbul. Designed by Hasan Samet Bizimyer. Design, Art
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Set of Eight Chairs, Antique Patina, Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Paris, France
This set of eight chairs with round seats and antique patina is dated to the late 19th century or
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Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

"Gallardo" Chair with Patina Bronze, Hand Crafted, Istanbul
By Bizimyer Furniture
Located in Istanbul, 34
Gallardo. Designed by Hasan Samet Bizimyer. Design, Art, Innovation. Bizimyer Furniture Presents. Bizimyer Art / Design. The world needs icons. Those exceptional few that stand cl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Cognac Leather Dining Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
dining table or standing alone as an accent piece, this chair offers not just a seat, but a statement
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Cognac Leather Dining Chair
Cognac Leather Dining Chair
H 37 in W 23 in D 25 in
Shinto Dining Chairs - Persimmon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Shinto Dining Chair was designed as an ode to the traditional Japanese Torii Gate found at the
Category

2010s Turkish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Shinto Dining Chairs - Persimmon
Shinto Dining Chairs - Persimmon
H 31 in W 18.5 in D 19 in
Shinto Dining Chairs - Natural
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Shinto Dining Chair was designed as an ode to the traditional Japanese Torii Gate found at the
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2010s Japanese Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Shinto Dining Chairs - Natural
Shinto Dining Chairs - Natural
H 31 in W 18.5 in D 19 in
1960s Baumann Dining Chair
By Baumann France
Located in Hellerup, DK
does not exist anymore. We have 7 chairs on stock and color and patina varies. Some have the
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plywood

1960s Baumann Dining Chair
1960s Baumann Dining Chair
H 27.56 in W 16.15 in D 15.75 in
1970s Kinetics Dining Chairs
By Kinetics
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
setting. Loads of patina, but very structurally sound. A very rare offering in a set this large, sure to
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Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Enamel

1970s Kinetics Dining Chairs
1970s Kinetics Dining Chairs
H 30.2 in W 22.1 in D 23 in
George Nakashima style dining chairs
Located in Nijlen, VAN
Beautiful and very high quality dining chairs. The dining chairs were made in the 70's but have a
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Vintage 1970s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

George Nakashima style dining chairs
George Nakashima style dining chairs
H 40.56 in W 17.72 in D 18.12 in
Set of Four Chinese Elmwood Dark Patina Scholar's Ceremonial Side Chairs
Located in Yonkers, NY
, these four Chinese elm scholar's ceremonial chairs will be great additions to any dining room or
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Early 20th Century Chinese Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Elm

Italian Plywood Dining Chairs, 1940s
By Vittorio Nobili
Located in Antwerp, BE
Early Mid-Century Modern dining chairs, solid oak and plywood, Italy, 1940s Unknown and unusual
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Plywood

Italian Plywood Dining Chairs, 1940s
Italian Plywood Dining Chairs, 1940s
H 30.71 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Alvar Aalto, Original 1930s Chair 69 with Great Colour and Patina
By Alvar Aalto, Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Original Alvar Aalto classic 69 chair manufactured in the 1930´s with great honey patina. These
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Vintage 1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Birch

Temi Chair, Minimalist Taupe Velvet Dining Chair
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
, and full-grain, vegetable-tanned leathers that patina with age. We work to bring out the natural
Category

2010s Chinese Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam

Temi Chair, Minimalist Mostaza Velvet Dining Chair
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
, and full-grain, vegetable-tanned leathers that patina with age. We work to bring out the natural
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2010s Chinese Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam

Temi Chair, Minimalist Cream Velvet Dining Chair
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
, and full-grain, vegetable-tanned leathers that patina with age. We work to bring out the natural
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2010s Chinese Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam

Temi Chair, Minimalist Black Velvet Dining Chair
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
full-grain, vegetable-tanned leathers that patina with age. We work to bring out the natural character
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2010s Chinese Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam

Temi Chair, Minimalist Teja Velvet Dining Chair
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
full-grain, vegetable-tanned leathers that patina with age. We work to bring out the natural character
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2010s Chinese Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam

Temi Chair, Minimalist Blue Velvet Dining Chair
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
full-grain, vegetable-tanned leathers that patina with age. We work to bring out the natural character
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2010s Chinese Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam

X Chair, Minimalist Cream Velvet Dining Chair
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
full-grain, vegetable-tanned leathers that patina with age. We work to bring out the natural character
Category

2010s Chinese Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam

Quality Set 6 French Dining Chairs
Located in Seaford, GB
A superb quality set of 6 French dining chairs that came from an apartment in Paris. Having the
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Antique Early 1900s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Other

Quality Set 6 French Dining Chairs
Quality Set 6 French Dining Chairs
H 36.23 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Pair of 1960's Dining Chairs
Located in Brno, CZ
Two dining chairs designed after original Ercol Windsor Chairs Model 400. Both have the classic
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Bohemian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of 1960's Dining Chairs
Pair of 1960's Dining Chairs
H 35.83 in W 17.33 in D 19.3 in
Vintage Teak Moller 75 Dining Chair
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Neils O. Möller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
JL Moller Model 75 dining chairs with new Danish cord are a classic example of mid-century modern
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Teak

Vintage Teak Moller 75 Dining Chair
Vintage Teak Moller 75 Dining Chair
H 29.5 in W 20 in D 18 in
Temi Chair, Minimalist Forest Green Velvet Dining Chair
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
full-grain, vegetable-tanned leathers that patina with age. We work to bring out the natural character
Category

2010s Chinese Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam

Danish Modern Jorgen Høj Dining Chairs
By Thorald Madsens Snedkeri, Jorgen Hoj
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Set of six rare teak and binder cane dining chairs designed by Jørgen Høj and produced by Thorald
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Danish Modern Jorgen Høj Dining Chairs
Danish Modern Jorgen Høj Dining Chairs
H 31.5 in W 19.5 in D 20.5 in
1930s Evertaut Cross Back Dining Chair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1930s Evertaut cross back dining chair 1930s vintage Evertaut cross back dining chair. In its
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

1930s Evertaut Cross Back Dining Chair
1930s Evertaut Cross Back Dining Chair
H 33.08 in W 16.54 in D 18.9 in
Set of Four Woven Leather Dining Chairs
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Set of four, perfectly patinated, woven leather, oak frame dining chairs. Chairs have
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20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of Four Woven Leather Dining Chairs
Set of Four Woven Leather Dining Chairs
H 32 in W 17.5 in D 19.5 in
suite of 6 chairs circa 1950/1960 patina and fabric to be redone
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
suite of 6 chairs circa 1950/1960 patina and fabric to be redone
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Danish Modern Ole Wanscher Dining Chairs
By Ole Wanscher, Cado
Located in Minneapolis, MN
refining ways to clean and restore while still preserving the patina that quality vintage furniture so
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Ten English Chippendale Dining Chairs
Located in Bradenton, FL
Set of Ten English Chippendale carved mahogany dining chairs with upholstered seats. Seats are
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Antique Late 19th Century English Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Textile, Mahogany

Set of Six French Louis XVI Style Caned Chairs, with All Original Patina
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A charming and most elegant set of six French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated wood dining
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Niels Möller Model 80 Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Neils O. Möller
Located in BAARLO, LI
A very nice set of 4 rosewood dining chairs, model 80, designed by Niels Moller and produced by J.L
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Niels Möller Model 80 Rosewood Dining Chairs
Niels Möller Model 80 Rosewood Dining Chairs
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Charles Dudouyt Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Set of 6 dining chairs by Charles Dudouyt France, 1940s Wonderful sculptural ladder backs with
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Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Rush

Maison Regain Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Maison Regain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Maison Regain dining chairs - set of 6 France, 1960s Signature leather sling seats and backs with
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Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Elm

Set Of Six Georgian Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
Colour And Patina Throughout. This lovely set of 18th century country house type dining chairs are a
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set Of Six Georgian Walnut Dining Chairs
Set Of Six Georgian Walnut Dining Chairs
H 37.5 in W 19.5 in D 17 in
Set Six Antique Oak Dining Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
one ladder back with loose joinery, expected worn backs but with good patina, two rush seats with worn
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Early 20th Century Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Set Six Antique Oak Dining Chairs
Set Six Antique Oak Dining Chairs
H 41.5 in W 17.5 in D 15 in
Illmari Tapiovaara Dining Chairs, Set of 10
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Incredible rare set of 10 leather Italian dining chairs by Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Charles Dudouyt French Woven Leather Dining Chairs
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of Four Rustic French Wood and Woven Leather Dining Chairs, attributed to Charles Dudouyt
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Vintage 1950s French Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-century modern Rosewood Dining Chairs set
Located in Madrid, ES
Dining set from anonymous designer consisting of four chairs, manufactured in rosewood and
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Mid-century modern Rosewood Dining Chairs set
Mid-century modern Rosewood Dining Chairs set
H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Set of 4 Danish Pine Dining Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
A set of 4 Danish dining chairs constructed of Pine wood. A blend of brutalist inspiration
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Pine

Set of 4 Danish Pine Dining Chairs
Set of 4 Danish Pine Dining Chairs
H 39.5 in W 19.5 in D 16.25 in
Belgian Dining Chair in Oak and Straw
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, oak, straw, Belgium, 1960s. Wonderfully naturalistic looking dining chair made in
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Straw, Oak

Belgian Dining Chair in Oak and Straw
Belgian Dining Chair in Oak and Straw
H 33.86 in W 17.72 in D 18.51 in
Plywood Dining Chairs Charles + Ray Eames
By Charles Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a nice patina they are solid and sturdy and will make a great addition to a modernist setting
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Charlotte Perriand Style Dining Chairs, France 1950s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Almelo, NL
Charlotte Perriand Style Dining Chairs, France 1950s. These solid beech and rush dining chairs
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Beech

Collected Set of Eight Georgian Dining Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Collected set of eight Georgian dining chairs from England. Eight English country chairs of similar
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Country Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Linen, Oak

Dining Italian Style Chair with Cabriole Legs
By Hélène Aumont 1
Located in Ballard, CA
A reproduction Italian chair, hand-crafted with traditional joinery, with an antiqued paint finish
Category

2010s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Other

Cognac Mid-Century Dining Chairs, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
French wood & leather dining chairs; Mid-Century Modern; Craftsmanship; 1950s, France; Mid-century
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Cognac Mid-Century Dining Chairs, France, 1950s
Cognac Mid-Century Dining Chairs, France, 1950s
H 31.89 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
French Pair of Dining Chairs in Vinyl
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of dining chairs, beech, vinyl, France, 1960s These dining chairs are characterized by a
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

French Pair of Dining Chairs in Vinyl
French Pair of Dining Chairs in Vinyl
H 31.11 in W 20.67 in D 21.66 in
Vintage Italian Chiavari Style giltwood Dining Chairs
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
A beautifully aged set of 8 Italian Chiavari style dining chairs. Carved wood to mimic bamboo and
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Antique Early 19th Century Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Giltwood

French Brutalist Dining Chairs, Set of 2
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Set of 2 Brutalist chairs with thick construction and ladder backs Carved legs and exposed hardware
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

French Brutalist Dining Chairs, Set of 2
French Brutalist Dining Chairs, Set of 2
H 31.88 in W 15.32 in D 17 in
Set of Eight Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Montreal, QC
A set of eight English antique mahogany dining chairs, each with rope- carved splat, moulded top
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Antique 19th Century British Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Jacob Kjaer Grand Prix Paris Dining Chairs
By Worts Mobler, Jacob Kjaer
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A set of 12 dining chairs designed by Jacob Kjaer and produced by cabinet maker Worts Mobelsnedkeri
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Leather

Early Eames DCM Birch Plywood Dining Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nice set of early 1950s DCM chairs, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. These are
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Black Dining Chair in Iroko Wood-v-dining by Arno Declercq
By Arno Declercq
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary dining chair in iroko wood - v-dining chair by Arno Declercq Material: Burned and
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Black Dining Chair in Iroko Wood - V-Dining by Arno Declercq
By Arno Declercq
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary dining chair in iroko wood - v-dining chair by Arno Declercq Material: Burned and
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

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Patina Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the patina dining chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and fabric, every patina dining chair was constructed with great care. Find 14 options for an antique or vintage patina dining chair now, or shop our selection of 5 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a patina dining chair — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A patina dining chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Modern, Art Deco and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. A well-made patina dining chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Markus Haase, Maison Jansen and R & Y Augousti are consistently popular.

How Much is a Patina Dining Chair?

Prices for a patina dining chair start at $950 and top out at $14,800 with the average selling for $4,275.

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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.

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Questions About Patina Dining Chair
  • 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 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 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 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 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.
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    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.