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Set of 2 Red Alcantera Dining Chairs with Recline Function Polished Chrome Legs
By Peter Draenert
Located in Chicago, IL
. Backrest available in 2 heights. Set of 2 red, alcantera dining chairs with polished chrome legs. One of
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Tall Casual Upholstered Dining Chair
Located in Greenwich, CT
The principal feature of this dining chair is its reclined shape. Typically, dining chairs are
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2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Linen, Upholstery

Contemporary Minimalist Dining Chairs, Beige/Walnut
Located in New York, NY
Modern dining chairs upholstered in beige faux leather. Crafted of solid wood frame stained in
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2010s European Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Faux Leather

Set of 6 ‘Setu' Dining / Conference Chairs by Herman Miller
By Herman Miller
Located in Kensington, MD
Set of 6 ‘Setu' Dining / Conference Chairs by Herman Miller Additional information: Featured at
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Six Cantilevered "Lugano" Dining Chairs by Leon Rosen for Pace, Italy
By i4 Mariani, Leon Rosen, Pace Collection
Located in Dallas, TX
For your consideration is a phenomenal set of six "Lugano" dining chairs, model no. 187, designed
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Four Ole Wanscher Mahogany Rungstedlund Dining Chairs with Leather Seats
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Belmont, MA
Designed by Ole Wanscher in the 1960s, this set of Rungstedlund dining chairs features a mahogany
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Set of 4 Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Dining Chairs in Beech&Rosewood
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of four vintage chairs was made in Denmark during the 1960s. The elegant frame is made of
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech, Rosewood

Unique Set of Six Dining Chairs by Axel Enthoven for Rohe Noorwolde, 1970s
By Axel Enthoven, Rohe Noordwolde
Located in Atlanta, GA
slight recline of the chair backs combined with the sweeping arm rests and upholstered seats, provide the
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bamboo, Bentwood

Set of Four Ole Wanscher 'Rungstedlund' Chairs
By Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, Ole Wanscher
Located in Dronten, NL
Ole Wanscher for P. Jeppesen, set of 4 dining chairs, model 'Rungstedlund' PJ 34, in mahogany and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Set of Four Ole Wanscher 'Rungstedlund' Chairs
Set of Four Ole Wanscher 'Rungstedlund' Chairs
H 30.32 in W 17.33 in D 18.12 in
Theo - Dining/Swivel Chair
Located in Durban, ZA
never rock, no matter how uneven your floors. Dine or recline in a chair that embodies sophistication
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2010s South African Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Theo - Dining/Swivel Chair
Theo - Dining/Swivel Chair
H 35.44 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Set of 3 Vintage Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Rosewood & Black Leather Chairs
By Bramin Mobler, Henry Walter Klein
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
reclined. The seat is recessed into the chair frame, and the backrest slightly extends beyond the outline
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Set of Six Juliane Chairs in Rosewood by Johannes Andersen, Denmark 1965
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Hellouw, NL
A very refined set of six Juliane chairs designed by the Danish designer Johannes Andersen in 1965
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Ole Wanscher Mahogany 'Rungstedlund' Dining Chairs
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Marbella, ES
Set of six dining chairs, model 'Rungstedlund' PJ 34 by Ole Wanscher for P. Jeppesen, St. Heddinge
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Antique 1660s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Italian Midcentury Dining Room Chairs Re-Upholstered in Velvet, 1960s
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Morazzone, Varese
A beautiful and comfortable set of six original dining chairs from the Italian midcentury, made in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Danish Set of Eight Armchairs in Brown Upholstery and Stained Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of eight armchairs, fabric, stained beech, metal, Denmark, 1960s This Danish set of dining
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

A patented mechanical campaign invalid chair by Chapman
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
enable the chair to be reclined almost to the horizontal. The leg rest has a hinged foot plate and can
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Antique 1850s English Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Two Chairs by Michael Van Beuren
By Michael van Beuren
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
chaises and wooden dining chairs. Their approach was a success; the pair was one of the winners of a 1941
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Two Chairs by Michael Van Beuren
Set of Two Chairs by Michael Van Beuren
H 33.47 in W 22.05 in D 19.69 in
Set of Six Chairs by Michael Van Beuren for Domus
By Michael van Beuren
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
design principles to popular Mexican mainstays, such as woven reclining chaises and wooden dining chairs
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Pine

Lotus Adjustable Lounge Chair by Rob Parry
By Rob Parry, Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Dronten, NL
Reclinable Lotus lounge chair designed by Rob Parry for Gelderland. Rob Parry (The Hague, 1925-2023
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Lotus Adjustable Lounge Chair by Rob Parry
Lotus Adjustable Lounge Chair by Rob Parry
H 35.44 in W 28.35 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini 'Cab' Lounge Chair, by Cassina
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
. Fitted with a reclining mechanism, the five-spoke base sets off the entire chair, while the ergonomically
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mario Bellini 'Cab' Lounge Chair, by Cassina
Mario Bellini 'Cab' Lounge Chair, by Cassina
H 39.38 in W 31.89 in D 31.5 in
Mario Bellini 'Cab' Lounge Chair, Tubular Steel and Leather by Cassina
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
. Fitted with a reclining mechanism, the five-spoke base sets off the entire chair, while the ergonomically
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

'6' Mcm Chrome Adjustable Dining Conference Desk Armchairs by Sitland Italy
Located in Lake Worth, FL
: 18" deep x 19" wide Condition: All pieces are in good condition with working recline tension
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Original Domus Dinning Set by Michael Van Beuren
By Michael van Beuren
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
popular Mexican mainstays, such as woven reclining chaises and wooden dining chairs. Their approach was a
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Pine

Set of 10 Itamaraty Dining Chairs by Brazilian Designer Jorge Zalszupin, 1959
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Itamaraty Dining Chairs were designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in 1959 and
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Fabric, Hardwood

MCM Homecrest Outdoor Coral Adjustable Dining or Low Table & 4 Springer Chairs
By Homecrest
Located in Topeka, KS
chairs and a dining, coffee, or end table with a pedestal base consisting of 4 prong metal wire legs and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal

A Pair of Rare Rattan Dem Lune Tables Attributed to Heywood Wakefield Company
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Nashua, NH
glass Sea Horse / Sea Life coffee table. 2.A three piece suite, sofa and two arm chairs. 3.A recliner
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Demi-lune Tables

Materials

Reed, Wood

Thonet Bauhaus White Vinyl & Chrome Model SS33 Cantilever Barstool Anton Lorenz
By Anton Lorenz, Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage white vinyl & chrome tube barstool by Thonet Model SS33 Bauhaus cantilever chair
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20th Century American Bauhaus Stools

Materials

Chrome

Black Millemiglia Super Armchair
By Durame
Located in Milan, IT
an elegant presence around a dining table or as accent chair near a side table or sofa.
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2010s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Textile, Oak

Black Millemiglia Super Armchair
Black Millemiglia Super Armchair
H 24.81 in W 27.56 in D 22.05 in
Pair of Vintage Restored Solid Maple Heywood Wakefield Wheat Bookcase Cabinets
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Chattanooga, TN
furniture including dining chairs, coffee table, bookcases, desks, dining table, recliner. Inquire if you
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Maple

Restored Heywood Wakefield Wheat Finish M326 Cabinet Bookcase
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Chattanooga, TN
more Heywood Wakefield furniture including dining chairs, coffee table, end tables, bookcases, desks
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Maple

Original Domus Credenza by Michael van Beuren
By Michael van Beuren
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
mainstays, such as woven reclining chaises and wooden dining chairs. Their approach was a success; the pair
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Pine

Original Domus Credenza by Michael van Beuren
Original Domus Credenza by Michael van Beuren
H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 17.33 in
Pair of Antique Walnut Armchairs from the Lot Region of France, circa 1830
Located in Dallas, TX
of Lot, in southwestern France. Sinuous arms extend from the front of the large, slightly reclining
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Antique 1830s French Louis XIV Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Original Domus Credenza by Michael van Beuren
By Michael van Beuren
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
mainstays, such as woven reclining chaises and wooden dining chairs. Their approach was a success; the pair
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Pine

Original Domus Credenza by Michael van Beuren
Original Domus Credenza by Michael van Beuren
H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 17.33 in
Daybed in Walnut and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
For many who’ve encountered it or been lucky enough to recline upon it, the BassamFellows Daybed is
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2010s Italian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Petite Disc Cabinet by Michael van Beuren
By Michael van Beuren
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
mainstays, such as woven reclining chaises and wooden dining chairs. Their approach was a success; the pair
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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Daybench in White Ash and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
For many who’ve encountered it or been lucky enough to recline upon it, the BassamFellows Daybed is
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2010s Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Leather, Wood

Daybed in Walnut Black Oil and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
For many who’ve encountered it or been lucky enough to recline upon it, the BassamFellows Daybed is
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2010s Italian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Wood

Daybed in White Ash and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
For many who’ve encountered it or been lucky enough to recline upon it, the BassamFellows Daybed is
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2010s Italian Modern Daybeds

Materials

Leather, Wood

Le Corbusier, P.Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Lc4 Noire Chaise Lounge by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
quintessential chaise longue, designed in 1928, and based on an in-depth exploration of reclining chairs. The
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Metal

Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC4 Noire Chaise Lounge by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
quintessential chaise longue, designed in 1928, and based on an in-depth exploration of reclining chairs. The
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Metal

Original Domus Drawer by Michael Van Beuren
By Michael van Beuren
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
chaises and wooden dining chairs. Their approach was a success; the pair was one of the winners of a 1941
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Pine

Original Domus Drawer by Michael Van Beuren
Original Domus Drawer by Michael Van Beuren
H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 15.75 in
Original Domus Credenza by Michael Van Beuren
By Michael van Beuren
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
popular Mexican mainstays, such as woven reclining chaises and wooden dining chairs. Their approach was a
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Pine

Original Domus Credenza by Michael Van Beuren
Original Domus Credenza by Michael Van Beuren
H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 17.33 in
Le Corbusier, P.Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Lc4 Noire Chaise Lounge by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
quintessential chaise longue, designed in 1928, and based on an in-depth exploration of reclining chairs. The
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Metal

Charlotte Perriand Tokyo Chaise Longue by Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
during her time in Tokyo, this chair uses bamboo to revisit the famous LC4 chaise-longue. Its organic
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Bamboo

Charlotte Perriand Tokyo Chaise Longue by Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
during her time in Tokyo, this chair uses bamboo to revisit the famous LC4 chaise-longue. Its organic
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Bamboo

Charlotte Perriand Tokyo Chaise Longue by Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
during her time in Tokyo, this chair uses bamboo to revisit the famous LC4 chaise-longue. Its organic
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues

Materials

Bamboo

Mid-Century Modern Collins Red Velvet Dining Chair by Essential Home
By Essential Home
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern Collins Red Velvet Dining Chair by Essential Home Mid-Century Modern Collins
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room ...

Materials

Brass

Set of Six Painted and Decorated Side Chairs
Located in Providence, RI
the wear marks here and there show a degree of charm developed through the years. These chairs are
Category

Antique 19th Century American Federal Dining Room Chairs

Spindle Back Windsor Chair
By Bibbings & Hensby’
Located in London, GB
chair is fairly relaxed with a generous recline to the seat and back making it well suited to use as an
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2010s European Chairs

Materials

Ash, Oak

Spindle Back Windsor Chair
Spindle Back Windsor Chair
H 34.26 in W 26.38 in D 20.87 in
Pair of 19th Century Scottish Barber's Chairs by Lorimer & Moyes
Located in Woodbury, CT
We love these chairs for their unusual sculptural form, reclining backs and original brass and
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Antique 19th Century Scottish Victorian Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Set of 10 Outdoor Garden Furniture, Chic Design Gray and White-6 More Available
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
-this set of 10 and another Club. Chairs & Otto. Chic 'X and Cube' motif design, very comfy and well
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Ten Frag Italian Leather Dining Chairs Marchio Collection by Design Within Reach
By Frag
Located in Stamford, CT
. This fine set of reclining dining chairs. Steel frame; harmonic sheet steel back; birch plywood seat
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

8 Frag Italian Leather Dining Chairs Marchio Collection by Design Within Reach
By Frag
Located in Stamford, CT
. This fine set of reclining dining chairs. Steel frame; harmonic sheet steel back; birch plywood seat
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Rainer Daumiller Dining Chairs in Pine
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Savvaerk, set of six dining chairs, pine, Denmark, 1970s
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Pine

Rainer Daumiller Dining Chairs in Pine
Rainer Daumiller Dining Chairs in Pine
H 30.71 in W 19.3 in L 30.71 in
Set of 8 1950s Dining Room Chairs
Located in Pasadena, CA
Set of 8 chairs (2 with arms) with refined straight leg frame. Base of back rest is slightly
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Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Set of  8 1950s Dining Room Chairs
Set of  8 1950s Dining Room Chairs
H 17 in W 19.5 in D 20.5 in
Scandinavian Modern Arne Vodder Ella Dining Chairs
By Vamo Sonderborg, Arne Vodder
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Set of six Mid-Century Modern Danish teak dining chairs designed by Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborg
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Country French Oak Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in High Point, NC
This set of six vintage oak chairs made in France allures with the rhythmic angularity of their
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Vintage 1950s French Country Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set Of Six Milo Baughman Chrome & Upholstered Dining Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of six Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, chrome square bar framed dining chairs in a vivid
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Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs

1970s Danish Teak Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in High Point, NC
A geometric hardwood dining chair set in characteristic mid-20th century modernist style. Simple
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

20th Century French Bleached Oak Dining Chairs, Set of Ten
Located in High Point, NC
A set of ten 20th century dining chairs produced in France, these wooden chairs are the perfect set
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20th Century French Country Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

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Reclining Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the reclining dining chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A reclining dining chair — often made from wood, animal skin and leather — can elevate any home. There are 20 variations of the antique or vintage reclining dining chair you’re looking for, while we also have 22 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer reclining dining chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right reclining dining chair, those designed in mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. Cassina, Michael van Beuren and Ole Wanscher each produced at least one beautiful reclining dining chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Reclining Dining Chair?

A reclining dining chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,000, while the lowest priced sells for $1,200 and the highest can go for as much as $49,000.
Questions About Reclining Dining Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    A recliner chair is an armchair that moves in such a way that a user can sit with their feet elevated. Usually controlled by a button or lever, the recliner mechanism simultaneously raises the footrest and tilts the backrest. Sofas, loveseats and sectionals may also include recliner functionality. Find a range of recliner chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In 1928, a patent was issued to two American cousins, Edward Knabush and Edwin Shoemaker, which trademarked the design of a reclining wooden bench. This patent would later go on to become La-Z-Boy. Shop a collection of reclining furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The best leather recliner chair will really be a matter of preference — what kind of recliner do you need? Keep size in mind, especially if you’re working with a small space. You’ll want to prioritize comfort and durability, too. 1stDibs offers a variety of leather recliner 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 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 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 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.
  • 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.