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Set 8 Modernist Iron and Ply Dining Chairs Designed by Steve Sauer
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Buffalo, NY
Set 8 Modernist Iron and Ply Dining chairs designed by Steve Sauer
BRUCE GUESWEL ZINC AND PLY
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron, Zinc
Iconic Mid Century Cherner Plycraft Bent Ply Chair
By Norman Cherner, Plycraft
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Mid Century bent plywood chair designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft with original
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Plywood
Mid Century Set of Four Thonet Cotton Felt Bent Ply Arm or Dining Chairs Labeled
By Thonet
Located in Atlanta, GA
A timeless set of four arm or dining chairs by Thonet Park Avenue in New York City. The set of four
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Bentwood
H 33.75 in W 22.25 in D 19 in
1970s Kinetics Dining Chairs
By Kinetics
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
baffle and intrigue even the most design savvy enthusiast.
Set of 8, two have issues with ply seats
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Enamel
Set of Four Vintage Robin Day 675 Dining Chairs
By Robin Day
Located in London, GB
An iconic and extremely stylish set of four vintage Robin Day 675 dining chairs. Originally
Category
Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Ewa Dining Chair, White Oak with Natural Fiber Rush
Located in Hamilton, ON
time-honored craft traditions, the Ewa dining chair features a handwoven seat and backrest in natural
Category
2010s Canadian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Rush, Oak, Wood, Rope
1960's Original Upholstered Ben Dining Chairs - Good Quantity Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s Original Upholstered Ben Dining Chairs – Good Quantity Available
1960’s Original Upholstered
Category
Vintage 1960s English Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.89 in W 19.3 in D 17.72 in
Four Blond Wood Dining Chairs by Dutch Cor Alons 1950s
By Cor Alons
Located in London, GB
Set of four early 1950s blond wood bent ply chairs reupholstered in dark aubergine red bouclé wool
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Plywood
1970s Dining Chairs with Rare Aluminium Frames - Set Of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970s dining chairs with rare aluminium frames, set of six
1970s vintage stacking dining, set of
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
1970s Dining Chairs with Rare Aluminum Frames, Set of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970s dining chairs with rare aluminum frames, set of four, other quantities available
Set of
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
1960's Pel Tubular Metal Upholstered Dining Chairs - Large Quantity Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s Pel Tubular Metal Upholstered Dining Chairs – Large Quantity Available
1960’s Pel Tubular
Category
Vintage 1960s English Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 33.08 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Set of 4 postmodern steel and ebonised sculptural cube dining chairs
Located in London, GB
Set of four solid steel back chairs, with ebonised ply bases. With a silhouette reminiscent of
Category
Late 20th Century German Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 37.41 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
1950s Set of 6 Robin Day Hillestak Dining Chairs for Hille
By Hille, Robin Day
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and iconic set of vintage bent ply and walnut dining chairs, these were designed by
Category
Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Plywood
1960's French Metal Framed Stacking University - Dining Chairs - Set Of Eight
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s French Metal Framed Stacking University – Dining Chairs – Set Of Eight
1960’s French Metal
Category
Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.89 in W 18.12 in D 20.48 in
MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chair Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak plywood
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
1960's French Metal Framed Stacking University - Dining Chairs - Set Of Eight El
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s French Metal Framed Stacking University – Dining Chairs – Set Of Eight Elbe
1960’s French
Category
Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
H 31.89 in W 18.12 in D 20.48 in
1970's Thonet Stacking Dining Chairs For The German Army - Green - Good Qty
By Michael Thonet
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970's Thonet Stacking Dining Chairs For The German Army - Green - Good Quantities Available
1970
Category
Vintage 1970s German Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.11 in W 16.15 in D 19.3 in
MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chair Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak plywood
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
1970's Thonet Dining Chairs For The German Military - Blue - Good Qty Available
By Michael Thonet
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970s Thonet stacking dining chairs for the German military, blue, good quantities available
Category
Vintage 1970s German Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.11 in W 16.15 in D 19.3 in
Set of four Cees Braakman for Pastoe model FT30 dining chairs, The Netherlands
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Teak dining chairs with black faux-leather upholstery. The seating has been reupholstered in black
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
H 31.5 in W 22.84 in D 19.69 in
Set of 10 MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chairs Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
H 33.5 in W 15.5 in D 19 in
Set of 12 MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chairs Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
H 33.5 in W 15.5 in D 19 in
Set of 6 MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chairs Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
H 33.5 in W 15.5 in D 19 in
Set of 4 MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chairs Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
H 33.5 in W 15.5 in D 19 in
Set of 8 MCM Thonet #1216 Dining Chairs Bent Oak Plywood Saddle Seat Single Bow
By Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Mid-Century Modern Thonet #1216-S17-B1 dining chairs comprised of bent oak
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
H 33.5 in W 15.5 in D 19 in
Contemporary Lise Chair Wood Leather by Castello Lagravinese studio
By Castello Lagravinese
Located in Cascina, IT
Internal structure:
Curved fir wood multi-ply.
Cushions padding:
Sitting cushion and back
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 33.86 in W 20.48 in D 24.81 in
1970's Czech Industrial Stacking Chairs, Red, Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970’s Czech industrial stacking chairs – red – set of six
1970’s Czech industrial stacking chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Birch
1970's Czech Industrial Stacking Chairs, Red, Various Quantities Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970’s Czech industrial stacking chairs – red – various quantities available
1970’s Czech
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Birch
H 31.11 in W 15.75 in D 16.15 in
1970's Czech Industrial Stacking Chairs, Red, Set of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970’s Czech industrial stacking chairs – red – set of four
1970’s Czech industrial stacking
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Birch
Contemporary Lise Chair with Arms Wood Leather by Castello Lagravinese Studio
By Castello Lagravinese
Located in Cascina, IT
Internal structure:
Curved fir wood multi-ply.
Cushions padding:
Sitting cushion and back
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 33.86 in W 23.63 in D 24.81 in
4 Iconic Vintage Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Chairs 3107/3207 in Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Søborg, DK
A set of 4 iconic made in Denmark Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen chairs.
In this set of 4 there
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Six 1950s "Model 3100" Ant Chairs in Teak by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
can be seen on Ant chairs at MOMA and the Danish Design Museum.
In veneered ply these chairs are
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.32 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Postmodern Stackable Beechwood and Chrome Dining Chairs - Green Upholstery
By Thonet
Located in Glasgow, GB
A collection of four Postmodern stackable dining chairs, attributed to Thonet, circa 1980s.
These
Category
Vintage 1980s Austrian Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech
No Reserve
H 32.29 in W 23.23 in D 18.9 in
Ewa Dining Chair, Blackened Oak with Natural Fiber Rush
By Jake Whillans
Located in Hamilton, ON
time-honored craft traditions, the Ewa dining chair features a handwoven seat and backrest in natural
Category
2010s Canadian Chairs
Materials
Rush, Rope, Papercord, Oak, Wood
1950's Burgundy Tubular Metal Dining Chairs Sebel - Good Quantity Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Burgundy Tubular Metal Dining Chairs Sebel – Good Quantity Available
1950’s Burgundy Tubular
Category
Vintage 1950s English Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 34.26 in W 18.12 in D 21.26 in
1960's Original Upholstered Velvet Ben Dining Chairs - Good Quantity Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s Original Upholstered Velvet Ben Dining Chairs – Good Quantity Available
1960’s Original
Category
Vintage 1960s English Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.5 in W 19.3 in D 21.66 in
1970's French White Laboratory Stools - Set Of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Six. Good honest lab stools, heavy steel frames with solid heavy birch ply seats. We clean them and
Category
Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
1970's French White Laboratory Stools - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Four. Good honest lab stools, heavy steel frames with solid heavy birch ply seats. We clean them and
Category
Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
1970's French White Laboratory Stools - Quantity Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
– Quantity Available. Good honest lab stools, heavy steel frames with solid heavy birch ply seats. We clean
Category
Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
1960's French Tall White Laboratory Stools, Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
– Pair. Good honest lab stools, heavy steel frames with solid heavy birch ply seats. We clean them and
Category
Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Birch
Ewa Dining Chair, Walnut with Natural Fiber Rush Woven Seat and Backrest
By Jake Whillans
Located in Hamilton, ON
time-honored craft traditions, the Ewa dining chair features a handwoven seat and backrest in natural
Category
2010s Canadian Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Rush, Rope, Wood, Oak
H 32 in W 20.75 in D 22.25 in
1950's PEL Tubular Metal Dining Steel Blue Chairs - Good Quantity Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s PEL Tubular Metal Dining Steel Blue Chairs – Good Quantity Available
1950’s PEL Tubular
Category
Vintage 1950s English Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 22.05 in
Uno Åhren For Gemla Dining Table & Chairs, 1930's
Located in London, GB
A birch dining table and chairs by Swedish architect and city planner Uno Åhren (1897-1977) for
Category
Vintage 1930s Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
Customizable L.Ercolani Butterfly Chair by Lucian R Ercolani
By Lucian Ercolani
Located in New York, NY
— the iconic everyday dining chair designed by Lucian Ercolani. Launched in 1956, the subtle curves and
Category
2010s British Chairs
Materials
Ash
Customizable L.Ercolani Butterfly Chair by Lucian R Ercolani
By Lucian Ercolani
Located in New York, NY
— the iconic everyday dining chair designed by Lucian Ercolani. Launched in 1956, the subtle curves and
Category
2010s British Chairs
Materials
Ash
L.Ercolani Butterfly Natural Chair Designed by Lucian R Ercolani in Stock
By Lucian Ercolani
Located in New York, NY
— the iconic everyday dining chair designed by Lucian Ercolani. Launched in 1956, the subtle curves and
Category
2010s British Chairs
Materials
Ash
H 32.29 in W 20.08 in D 18.12 in
Frank Gehry Knoll Int. Dinette Featuring 2 Cross Check Chairs and Dining Table
By Frank Gehry
Located in Highclere, Newbury
A Frank Gehry compact dining set featuring 2 bentwood maple ply Cross Check chairs matched to a
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Glass, Beech
H 33.47 in W 23.23 in D 22.45 in
Mid Century DCW Red Plywood Chair by by Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Detroit, MI
This authentic molded plywood DCW (Dining Chair Wood Base) dining chair by Charles and Ray Eames
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Ash, Plywood
Dining Table 2615 'Round' by Benjamin Cherner, 2003
By Benjamin Cherner
Located in Berlin, Berlin
laminated wood with exposed ply and hardwood veneer.
The curves of the cherner chair are translated into
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Alvar Aalto Model 83 Table and Model 66 Chairs
By Alvar Aalto
Located in London, GB
A vintage model 83 dining table by Alvar Aalto for Artek made of Finnish Birch ply & 8 model 66
Category
Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Cherner Bar Stool with Wood Base
By Norman Cherner, The Cherner Chair Company
Located in Berkeley, CA
thickness, from 15 plys to 5 plys at the perimeter of the shell. Reissued in exacting detail from the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Walnut
Cherner Bar Stool with Metal Base
By The Cherner Chair Company, Norman Cherner
Located in Berkeley, CA
thickness, from 15 plys to 5 plys at the perimeter of the shell. Reissued in exacting detail from the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Walnut
Cees Braakman for Pastoe KM05 Metal Wire Stools, the Netherlands 1958
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Amsterdam, NL
sideboard, TU11 dining table, SB02 dining chair, MM07 sofa, TB16 coffee table, EB02 desk, FM06 lounge chair
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
H 22.05 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
GLOOH Bar Stool in Black Leather by KFF
By KFF
Located in New York, NY
One design concept — many prototypes: be they conventional chairs, catilevers or barstools
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Stools
Materials
Leather
GLOOH Bar Stool in Red Leather by KFF
By KFF
Located in New York, NY
One design concept — many prototypes: be they conventional chairs, catilevers or barstools
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Stools
Materials
Leather
Birch cabinet model BB04 by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, The Netherlands 1952
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Amsterdam, NL
new materials like ply-wood and steel, which were used in many of his designs. Many items of his hand
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Birch
H 52.76 in W 34.65 in D 11.82 in
The Montague Armchair eight-way hand tied and upholstered in stripe silk
By Samantha Todhunter
Located in London, GB
XIV dining chair and leopard tail manchettes typically seen in Napoleonic furniture. Samantha has
Category
2010s Portuguese Louis XIV Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Foam, Wood, Down, Feathers, Silk
H 36.97 in W 27.01 in D 35.01 in
1970s Fred Lowen for Tessa Black Leather & Teak T4 Sofa
By Percival Lafer, Florence Knoll, Fred Lowen, TESSA Furniture Co
Located in Chattanooga, TN
designer at the time) designed a wooden dining chair suitable for production in the Fler facility. An
Category
Vintage 1970s Australian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Rope, Teak
Set of 6 Stackable Dining Chairs Beech and Ply Wood Swiss Production, 1960s
By Horgen-Glarus
Located in Zürich, Zürich
Set of 6 stackable dining chairs produced in the 1960s by famous Swiss chair an table manufacturer
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plywood, Beech
H 31.89 in W 18.51 in D 21.26 in
Four Henning Larsen 9230 Leather and Chrome Chairs for Fritz Hansen
By Henning Larsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Newbury, Berkshire
A set of four rare dining or armchairs, model 9230, by Danish architect and designer Henning Larsen
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
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Ply Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of ply dining chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique ply dining chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and fabric. Ply dining chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of ply dining chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian Modern ply dining chairs are of considerable interest. Many ply dining chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Herbert Von Thaden, Horgen-Glarus and Jacques Biny produced popular ply dining chairs that are worth a look.
How Much are Ply Dining Chairs?
Prices for ply dining chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, ply dining chairs begin at $295 and can go as high as $4,135, while the average can fetch as much as $2,448.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Ply Dining Chairs
- What is a dining chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A 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, 2021Dining 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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, 2023The 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, 2022A 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, 2023Whether 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, 2023A 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, 2022Dining 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, 2022No, 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, 2021To 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, 2023To 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, 2022The 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, 2021Choosing 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, 2022The 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, 2022Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The 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.
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Riotous Shapes and Colors Have Made Uchronia’s Designs the Toast of Paris
Julien Sebban’s energetic design collective is radically reshaping the look of 21st-century European furniture and interiors.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.
Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory
After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.
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