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Set of 2 Glazy Chairs, Gentle 673 by Royal Stranger
Set of 2 Glazy Chairs, Gentle 673 by Royal Stranger

Set of 2 Glazy Chairs, Gentle 673 by Royal Stranger

By Royal Stranger

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 2 Glazy chairs, gentle 673 by Royal Stranger Dimensions: W 58 D 58 H 85 cm SH 50 SD 46 cm

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pierre Cardin Set Of 4 Dinning Chairs Velvet& Steel For Maison Jansen, 1970
Pierre Cardin Set Of 4 Dinning Chairs Velvet& Steel For Maison Jansen, 1970

Pierre Cardin Set Of 4 Dinning Chairs Velvet& Steel For Maison Jansen, 1970

By Maison Jansen, Pierre Cardin

Located in The Hague, NL

This set of 4 chairs was created by French Avant Garde designer Pierre Cardin for well-known

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Verner Panton 'System 1-2-3' Standard Lounge Chair in Fabric for Verpan
Verner Panton 'System 1-2-3' Standard Lounge Chair in Fabric for Verpan

Verner Panton 'System 1-2-3' Standard Lounge Chair in Fabric for Verpan

By Verpan, Verner Panton

Located in Glendale, CA

Verner Panton 'system 1-2-3' standard lounge chair in fabric for Verpan Verner Panton was one of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel

Outline Dining Chair, Harald Lavender
Outline Dining Chair, Harald Lavender

Outline Dining Chair, Harald Lavender

By Formiing

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Outline Dining Chair by Formiing, Harald Lavender Purple Fabric: Harald 632 Customization

Category

2010s Chinese Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton

Outline Dining Chair, Harald Navy
Outline Dining Chair, Harald Navy

Outline Dining Chair, Harald Navy

By Formiing

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Outline Dining Chair by Formiing, Harald Navy Blue Fabric: Harald 772 Customization: Available in

Category

2010s Chinese Modern Chairs

Materials

Cotton

Guillerme & Chambron Set of Five Dining Chairs in Oak and Purple Wool
Guillerme & Chambron Set of Five Dining Chairs in Oak and Purple Wool

Guillerme & Chambron Set of Five Dining Chairs in Oak and Purple Wool

By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, set of five dining chairs, solid oak, wool, France, 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Maurizio Salvato Postmodern Point Chairs for Saporiti Italia - Set of Four
Maurizio Salvato Postmodern Point Chairs for Saporiti Italia - Set of Four

Maurizio Salvato Postmodern Point Chairs for Saporiti Italia - Set of Four

By Saporiti, Maurizio Salvato

Located in Miami, FL

Set of four Point postmodern dining chairs in purple ultra-suede fabric with single arm rests

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

2023 Patricia Urquiola for Moroso Tropicalia Dining Side Chair Purple and Grey
2023 Patricia Urquiola for Moroso Tropicalia Dining Side Chair Purple and Grey

2023 Patricia Urquiola for Moroso Tropicalia Dining Side Chair Purple and Grey

By Moroso, Patricia Urquiola

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Tropicalia side chair, originally designed by Patricia Urquiola in 2008. This particular

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Knoll BRNO Flat Bar Armchairs by Mies van der Rohe, Set of 6
Knoll BRNO Flat Bar Armchairs by Mies van der Rohe, Set of 6

Knoll BRNO Flat Bar Armchairs by Mies van der Rohe, Set of 6

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Culver City, CA

are chairs that feel just as at home around a serious dining table as they do in a design-forward

Category

Vintage 1970s American Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

A Set of Eight Navy Wicker Dining Chairs with Cushions
A Set of Eight Navy Wicker Dining Chairs with Cushions

A Set of Eight Navy Wicker Dining Chairs with Cushions

Located in New York, NY

A Set of eight great-looking navy wicker dining chairs arm chairs with cushions in a crisp navy and

Category

Vintage 1980s American American Classical Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina Set of eight dining chairs "Gaja", Italy
Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina Set of eight dining chairs "Gaja", Italy

Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina Set of eight dining chairs "Gaja", Italy

By Gavina, Kazuhide Takahama

Located in Argelato, BO

Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina Set of four eight chairs "Gaja" an elegant but essential

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Sculptural Dining Table and Chairs Ensemble by Ángel Mombiedro
Sculptural Dining Table and Chairs Ensemble by Ángel Mombiedro

Sculptural Dining Table and Chairs Ensemble by Ángel Mombiedro

By Ángel Mombiedro

Located in Geneve, CH

Sculptural dining table and chairs ensemble by Ángel Mombiedro Set of 6 chairs and table Measures

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Very Rare Gaetano Pesce Dining Set, Sansone 1 Table & 6x Dalila Chairs
Very Rare Gaetano Pesce Dining Set, Sansone 1 Table & 6x Dalila Chairs

Very Rare Gaetano Pesce Dining Set, Sansone 1 Table & 6x Dalila Chairs

By Cassina, Gaetano Pesce

Located in Aachen, NW

Very rare dining room set by Gaetano Pesce featuring 6x chairs model Dalila and a table model

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Resin

2018 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chairs in Purple Velvet
2018 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chairs in Purple Velvet

2018 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Arm Chairs in Purple Velvet

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. This example was produced in the USA in 2018. The chair features upholstered seats in purple Knoll

Category

2010s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Foam, Wood, Fabric

1995 Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Mandarin Dining Chair in Silver with Upholstery
1995 Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Mandarin Dining Chair in Silver with Upholstery

1995 Ettore Sottsass for Knoll Mandarin Dining Chair in Silver with Upholstery

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Philadelphia, PA

upholstered seat and back in pink upholstery. The chair measures 21 inches deep, 26 inches wide, and is 32

Category

1990s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Anat Chair, Outdoor by Rejo Studio
Anat Chair, Outdoor by Rejo Studio

Anat Chair, Outdoor by Rejo Studio

By REJO design studio

Located in Riyadh, SA

We always wanted to design a chair to sit on it freely in any way using the arch shape- the closest

Category

2010s Saudi Arabian Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Cleo Baldon Purple Campaign Dining Chairs
Cleo Baldon Purple Campaign Dining Chairs

Cleo Baldon Purple Campaign Dining Chairs

By Cleo Baldon

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Set of four Cleo Baldon purple velvet iron and oak campaign dining chairs. New upholstery. Seat

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

8 Romeo Rega Italian Brass Dining Chairs in Purple Velvet
8 Romeo Rega Italian Brass Dining Chairs in Purple Velvet

8 Romeo Rega Italian Brass Dining Chairs in Purple Velvet

By Romeo Rega

Located in Oberstown, Lusk, IE

A set of 8 Romeo Rega brass plated dining chairs originally purchased in Harrods London. Dating

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

French Deco Iron Dining Chairs with Purple Silk Fabric Newly Upholstered
French Deco Iron Dining Chairs with Purple Silk Fabric Newly Upholstered

French Deco Iron Dining Chairs with Purple Silk Fabric Newly Upholstered

Located in New York, NY

with new webbing and springs. These beautiful chairs are also the most comfortable dining chairs. We

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of 12 Moroso Dining Chairs in Purple Leather by Patricia Urquiola 2002
Set of 12 Moroso Dining Chairs in Purple Leather by Patricia Urquiola 2002

Set of 12 Moroso Dining Chairs in Purple Leather by Patricia Urquiola 2002

By Moroso, Patricia Urquiola

Located in Vienna, AT

Fjord Dining Arm Chair is designed by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso. Upholstery in original

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Midcentury Dining Chairs from Miroslav Navratil
Midcentury Dining Chairs from Miroslav Navratil

Midcentury Dining Chairs from Miroslav Navratil

By Miroslav Navratil

Located in Vienna, Austria

Extraordinary and rare dining room chairs, made in former Czechoslovakia by Miroslav Navratil

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Faux Leather

Set of Four Willy Rizzo Chairs
Set of Four Willy Rizzo Chairs

Set of Four Willy Rizzo Chairs

Unavailable|$2,066 / set

Set of Four Willy Rizzo Chairs

By Willy Rizzo

Located in De Klinge, BE

Set of four Willy Rizzo chairs in brass and chrome. Made in Italy in the 1970s In the style of

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Eight Arne Jacobsen Lily Chairs, Denmark, circa 1950
Eight Arne Jacobsen Lily Chairs, Denmark, circa 1950

Eight Arne Jacobsen Lily Chairs, Denmark, circa 1950

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Set of eight 1950s lily chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by Fritz Hansen

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Tongue Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s
Tongue Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s

Tongue Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1960s

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Middelfart, Fyn

'Tonque' chair by Danish designer, Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. Jacobsen has designed a series

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Jasper Morrison High Pad Chairs for Cappellini, Set of Six
Jasper Morrison High Pad Chairs for Cappellini, Set of Six

Jasper Morrison High Pad Chairs for Cappellini, Set of Six

By Jasper Morrison, Cappellini

Located in 's Heer Arendskerke, NL

Set of six high pad chairs designed by Jasper Morrison for Cappellini in 1999 in purple Panno wool

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Midcentury Czechoslovak colored formica cafe chairs, 1960´s, set of 4
Midcentury Czechoslovak colored formica cafe chairs, 1960´s, set of 4

Midcentury Czechoslovak colored formica cafe chairs, 1960´s, set of 4

By Kovona

Located in Prague 8, CZ

Mid-century color formica cafe or dining chairs with chrome legs. They were made by Kovona company

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Set of Six John Widdicomb Dining Chairs
Set of Six John Widdicomb Dining Chairs

Set of Six John Widdicomb Dining Chairs

By John Widdicomb

Located in New York, NY

These John Widdicomb dining room chairs. Set of six (6) John Widdicomb dining chairs with gold

Category

20th Century American Chairs

Four Mid Century Modern Polished Chrome Dining Chairs
Four Mid Century Modern Polished Chrome Dining Chairs

Four Mid Century Modern Polished Chrome Dining Chairs

By Directional

Located in Hollywood, FL

The channeled upholstered seat above a chrome base.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Padus Dining Chair with Bronze Patina Finish, Contemporary, Art Deco Inspired
Padus Dining Chair with Bronze Patina Finish, Contemporary, Art Deco Inspired

Padus Dining Chair with Bronze Patina Finish, Contemporary, Art Deco Inspired

By Alexander Purcell Rodrigues

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Padus dining and host chair are a graceful, contemporary nod to Art Moderne. A refined curvilinear

Category

2010s American Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pipsan Saarinen Swanson Dining or Patio Chairs
Pipsan Saarinen Swanson Dining or Patio Chairs

Pipsan Saarinen Swanson Dining or Patio Chairs

By Ficks Reed

Located in Merced, CA

Set of 4 rare chairs designed by Pipsan Saarinen Swanson for Cincinnati company, Ficks Reed, circa

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Set of Ten Purple Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll
Set of Ten Purple Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll

Set of Ten Purple Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Dallas, TX

A great set of ten purple tubular Brno chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll. Chrome is in great

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

4-Set Aubergine/Wine, Felber C18 Purple Dining Chairs by Dietiker
4-Set Aubergine/Wine, Felber C18 Purple Dining Chairs by Dietiker

4-Set Aubergine/Wine, Felber C18 Purple Dining Chairs by Dietiker

By Dietiker, Arik Levy

Located in Stein am Rhein, CH

Felber C18 is the perfect indoor/outdoor dining. With its robust powder coating, this timeless

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Vintage Henredon Purple Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of 8
Vintage Henredon Purple Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of 8

Vintage Henredon Purple Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of 8

By Henredon

Located in Dallas, TX

Set of 8 elegant dining chairs by Henredon. Consisting of two arm and four side chairs. Chairs

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of 6 1950's Italian Dining Chairs in Purple Velvet
Set of 6 1950's Italian Dining Chairs in Purple Velvet

Set of 6 1950's Italian Dining Chairs in Purple Velvet

Located in London, GB

purple velvet seats. These chairs have been recently upholstered and are the frames are in good

Category

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

Materials

Velvet

Set of Six Mid-century Danish Teak Dining Chairs in Purple Wool Textile
Set of Six Mid-century Danish Teak Dining Chairs in Purple Wool Textile

Set of Six Mid-century Danish Teak Dining Chairs in Purple Wool Textile

Located in Oakland, CA

Restored set of six mid-century Danish dining chairs handcrafted of old-growth teak with sculpted

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Teak

Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Teak and Purple Fabric, Denmark, 1960s
Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Teak and Purple Fabric, Denmark, 1960s

Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Teak and Purple Fabric, Denmark, 1960s

Located in Ranst, VAN

Set of 6 vintage Danish dining chairs. The chairs have a teak frame and purple upholstery.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Set of Five John Widdicomb Dining / Side Chairs, Art Deco, Gold Leaf, Purple
Set of Five John Widdicomb Dining / Side Chairs, Art Deco, Gold Leaf, Purple

Set of Five John Widdicomb Dining / Side Chairs, Art Deco, Gold Leaf, Purple

By John Widdicomb

Located in Stamford, CT

Set of Five John Widdicomb Dining / Side Chairs, Art Deco, Gold Leaf, Purple Five American

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Gold Leaf

Set of Ten Mid-century Danish Teak Dining Chairs in Purple Wool Textile
Set of Ten Mid-century Danish Teak Dining Chairs in Purple Wool Textile

Set of Ten Mid-century Danish Teak Dining Chairs in Purple Wool Textile

Located in Oakland, CA

Restored set of ten mid-century Danish dining chairs handcrafted of old-growth teak with sculpted

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Artifort Dining Chairs by Geoffrey Harcourt
Artifort Dining Chairs by Geoffrey Harcourt

Artifort Dining Chairs by Geoffrey Harcourt

By Artifort

Located in Den Haag, NL

Six Artifort dining chairs or office chairs. Design Geoffrey Harcourt, 1996. In a cobalt blue

Category

1990s Dutch Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Set of Four Faux Bamboo Dining Chairs
Set of Four Faux Bamboo Dining Chairs

Set of Four Faux Bamboo Dining Chairs

Located in Kent, Dover

A set of four French, faux bamboo dining chairs of Good Design and sturdy construction. Newly

Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Milo Baughman Dining Chairs in Chrome
Milo Baughman Dining Chairs in Chrome

Milo Baughman Dining Chairs in Chrome

By Milo Baughman

Located in Dallas, TX

Milo Baughman dining chairs with chrome base and upholstered seats.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Four Chrome Dining Chairs
Set of Four Chrome Dining Chairs

Set of Four Chrome Dining Chairs

By Pace Collection

Located in New York, NY

Cantilevered tubular chrome dining height chairs ( seat H 19.5 ). The chairs are in good original

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Goldfinger Velvet and Brass Dining Chair
Goldfinger Velvet and Brass Dining Chair

Goldfinger Velvet and Brass Dining Chair

By Jonathan Adler

Located in New York, NY

rigor to your Park Ave pad or swanks up your midcentury abode. Our Goldfinger dining chair looks as good

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

1950s Exceptional Pair of Cox Dining Chairs
1950s Exceptional Pair of Cox Dining Chairs

1950s Exceptional Pair of Cox Dining Chairs

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950s exceptional pair of Cox dining chairs 1950s exceptional pair of vintage stacking Cox dining

Category

Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Four Finn Juhl For France & Sons Dining Chairs
Four Finn Juhl For France & Sons Dining Chairs

Four Finn Juhl For France & Sons Dining Chairs

By Finn Juhl

Located in Pasadena, TX

A set of four mid century modern dining chairs designed by Finn Juhl and made by France and Son

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak, Fabric

Set of Ten French Art Deco Dining Chairs
Set of Ten French Art Deco Dining Chairs

Set of Ten French Art Deco Dining Chairs

Located in North York, ON

This beautifully constructed set of Art Deco chairs boasts solid walnut frames and a stunning look

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Attributed to Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Dining Chairs
Attributed to Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Dining Chairs

Attributed to Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Dining Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A set of 6 beautiful dining chairs in royal blue wool with chrome legs, attributed to Milo Baughman

Category

20th Century American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Six French Oak Dining Chairs by Guillerme et Chambron
Set of Six French Oak Dining Chairs by Guillerme et Chambron

Set of Six French Oak Dining Chairs by Guillerme et Chambron

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in East Hampton, NY

Set of eight oak dining chairs by Guillerme et Chambron... Original upholstery, two of the chairs

Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Six Adrian Pearsall Dining Chairs for Craft Associates
Set of Six Adrian Pearsall Dining Chairs for Craft Associates

Set of Six Adrian Pearsall Dining Chairs for Craft Associates

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Hard to find set of six dining chairs. Two-arm and four side chairs in their original dark blue

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of 6 Ligne Roset TV Dining Chairs by Pierre Paulin
Set of 6 Ligne Roset TV Dining Chairs by Pierre Paulin

Set of 6 Ligne Roset TV Dining Chairs by Pierre Paulin

By Ligne Roset, Pierre Paulin

Located in Debrecen, HU

This exquisite set of six dining chairs was designed by Pierre Paulin. In January 2009, Ligne

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Four Danish Modern Chairs in Velvety Purple
Set of Four Danish Modern Chairs in Velvety Purple

Set of Four Danish Modern Chairs in Velvety Purple

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Danish Modern Arm Chairs with Newly Refinished Organic Frame and New Upholstery. One of the chairs

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

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Purple Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of purple dining chairs available for sale. The range of distinct purple dining chairs — often made from metal, steel and wood — can elevate any home. We have 55 antique and vintage purple dining chairs in-stock, while there are 26 modern editions to choose from as well. Purple dining chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Purple dining chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Tolix, Xavier Pauchard and Milo Baughman each produced beautiful purple dining chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Purple Dining Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,200, while they’re typically $133 on the low end and $21,000 highest priced.

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?

Whether you prefer your chairs streamlined and stackable or ornate and one of a kind, the offerings on 1stDibs will elevate your mealtime and beyond.

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

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

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is good quality, first push on the backrest. Wobbling or creaking may indicate that a chair is poorly made. Next, look over every visible part of the frame. Good-quality dining chairs should display even finishes and tight-fitting joints. If the chair has upholstery, examine it for any gaps or wrinkles, which may suggest poor craftsmanship. Find a large selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Dining chairs without arms are called side chairs. Their counterpart, the armchair, is often found at the head of the table, with the side chairs filling in the seats along the side of the table. Shop a collection of side chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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.