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2021 CH20 Elbow Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Lacquered Oak
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH20 Elbow Dining Chair made with a solid lacquered oak frame and black leather seat. The
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 28.7 in W 21.3 in D 18.5 in
2021 CH20 Elbow Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Green & Leather
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH20 Elbow Dining Chair made with a solid beech frame, painted mint green, and a green
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 28.7 in W 21.3 in D 18.5 in
2020 CH20 Elbow Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Grey w/ Leather
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH20 Elbow Dining Chair designed by Hans Wegner and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 28.7 in W 21.3 in D 18.5 in
2007 Set of Six Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son CH20 Elbow Dining Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of six original CH20 Elbow Dining Chairs, initially designed by Hans Wegner for Carl
Category
Early 2000s Danish Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 28.7 in W 21.3 in D 18.5 in
2021 Carl Hansen CH20 Dining Chair by Hans Wegner in Green with Leather Cushion
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH20 Elbow Dining Chair made with a solid beech frame, painted green, and an olive
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 28.7 in W 21.3 in D 18.5 in
2022 Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH20 Elbow Chair Oak with Caramel Leather Pad
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH20 Elbow Dining Chair made with a solid oak frame and caramel leather seat. The chair
Category
2010s Danish Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak, Foam
H 28.7 in W 21.3 in D 18.5 in
2022 Carl Hansen CH20 by Hans Wegner Bright Orange Beech Wood with Tan Leather
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH20 Elbow Dining Chair made with a bright orange wood frame and yellow leather seat. The
Category
2010s Danish Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 28.7 in W 21.3 in D 18.5 in
Set of Eight Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs, Incl. Pair of Elbow 'Carver' chairs
Located in London, GB
A Set of Eight Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs, Including a Pair of Elbow ‘Carver’ Chairs
With
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 22.84 in
Pair of Georgian Revival Mahogany Elbow Carver Dining Chairs, Antique Quality
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Pair of Georgian Revival Mahogany Elbow Carver Dining Chairs, Antique Quality, C1900 Armchairs
Category
Antique Early 1900s Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
H 37.41 in W 22.05 in D 22.84 in
Antique Oak Armchair Elbow Desk Chair Charles II Style
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique quality oak armchair elbow desk chair C1915, in the style of Charles II.
Solid, heavy
Category
Vintage 1910s Charles II Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Rare Full Set Of 12 Regency Period Carved Mahogany Elbow Dining Armchairs Seats
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rare Full Set Of 12 Regency Period Carved Mahogany Elbow Dining Armchairs Seats. All 12 Mahogany
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Mahogany
H 33.5 in W 21.5 in D 23 in
Quality Antique Pair of 19th Century Mahogany Scroll Arm Elbow Chairs Carver
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Presenting a Fine Quality Antique Pair of 19th Century Mahogany Scroll Arm Elbow Chairs - Carver
Category
Antique 19th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 35.83 in W 21.26 in D 22.05 in
C.19th Elm & Ash Lancashire Rush Seat Country Elbow Chair Carver Armchair
Located in Leeds, GB
A C19th, elm and ash framed, rush seated, Lancashire type, country carver armchair. This chair
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Country Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Ash, Elm
H 42.23 in W 25.5 in D 20.67 in
Mid c.19th Elm & Ash Lancashire Rush Seat Country Elbow Chair Carver Armchair
Located in Leeds, GB
A mid C.19th, elm and ash framed, rush seated, Lancashire type, country elbow chair or carver
Category
Antique 1860s English Country Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Ash, Elm
H 41.15 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in
2006 Hans Wegner CH20 Elbow Chair for Carl Hansen & Søn in Oak w/ Leather Seats
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH20 Elbow Chair, originally designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn in 1956. These
Category
Early 2000s Danish Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Foam, Oak, Lacquer
H 27.95 in W 21.26 in D 17.72 in
Regency Bar Back Mahogany Pair of Elbow Chairs Carvers C1820 (Georgian Dining)
Located in Leeds, GB
A pair of Regency period, mahogany elbow chairs or carvers, circa 1820. This pair features
Category
Antique Early 18th Century English Regency Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 34.26 in W 21.66 in D 22.25 in
Set of 4 1970s Danish Midcentury Chairs by F. D. B. Mobler
By FDB Møbler
Located in London, GB
today as well as re-issuing design classics.
These are a set of 4 solid oak elbow chairs, suitable as
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Oak
Antique Mundus J & J Kohn Bentwood Elbow Dining Chairs
By J & J Kohn & Mundus
Located in Lake Worth, FL
circa 1910 Mundus J & J Kohn bentwood elbow chairs
Approximate measurements in inches
32" high at
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Beech, Bentwood
Antique Quality Pair of 19th Century Mahogany Elbow Armchairs Dining Chairs
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique quality pair of 19th Century mahogany elbow armchairs dining chairs. Simple elegant design
Category
Antique 19th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 34.65 in W 21.66 in D 21.26 in
Set Of Sixteen Bentwood Elbow Chairs
Located in Cheshire, GB
set of sixteen bentwood bar back elbow chairs with stencil patterned seats and out swept front legs.
Category
Early 20th Century British Dining Room Chairs
Set of Eight Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs, Including a Pair of Elbow Chairs
Located in London, GB
With curved bar top rails and ebonised star decoration and inlay, with drop on seats on sabre legs.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 33.86 in W 22.45 in D 22.84 in
Antique Pair of Regency Elbow Carver Desk Chairs
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique pair of fine quality Regency elbow, carver or desk chairs, C1825. The very best colour and
Category
Antique 1820s Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Antique Pair of Georgian Mahogany Elbow Carver Side Desk Chairs
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique fine quality pair of 18th century Georgian mahogany elbow, carver, side, desk or dining
Category
Antique 1790s Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Regency circa 1820-1830 Mahogany Elbow Desk Carver Chairs
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique fine quality pair of Regency circa 1820-1830 mahogany elbow, desk or carver chairs. Could
Category
Antique 1820s Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Eight Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen "Elbow" Chairs in Oak
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautiful Hans Wegner CH 20 "Elbow" chairs in oak with heavy weave red upholstered seats. Similar
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Upholstery
Antique Elbow Chair, Dining Ladder-Back, circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Victorian ladder-back dining chair dating to circa 1900.
Raised on turned
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of Six, Elbow Chairs, CH20, by Hans J. Wegner and Carl Hansen & Son, 2008
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Lejre, DK
A set of six, Elbow chairs, CH20, designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1956 and manufactured by Carl
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 28.15 in W 21.26 in D 17.33 in
Antique Elm Windsor Elbow Armchair, Victorian, circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
A superior antique chair presented in very good condition
In elm with fine colour and grain
Category
Antique 1880s Great Britain (UK) Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Elm
Pair of Elbow Chairs, 20th Century Contemporary, Tub, Dining Armchairs
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of elbow chairs, 20th century, contemporary tub dining chairs, English armchairs
Category
Late 20th Century English Chinese Export Chairs
Materials
Beech
H 32.68 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in
Set of Four Elbow Chairs, C20th Contemporary Tub Dining Chairs, Cane, Bergère
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a set of four elbow chairs, 20th century, contemporary tub dining chairs in a cane bergère
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Chairs
H 32.29 in W 23.23 in D 19.89 in
Elm Windsor Elbow Chair Quality Kitchen Dining Victorian Armchair, circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
A charming antique chair presented in very good condition
In elm with fine color and grain
Category
Antique 1880s Great Britain (UK) Victorian Chairs
Materials
Elm
H 33.47 in W 16.93 in D 19.69 in
Antique Pair of Wavy Line Ladderback Elbow Chairs, Edwardian Dining, circa 1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique pair of wavy line ladderback elbow chairs. Made for the Edwardian dining room
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chairs
Materials
Beech
H 42.13 in W 21.26 in D 19 in
Pair of William IV Dining Elbow Hall Carver Chairs Quality Mahogany, circa 1835
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
attractive, generous proportions
A simply lovely pair of elbow chairs to be welcomed into any location or
Category
Antique 1830s Great Britain (UK) William IV Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 35.4 in W 22.8 in D 25.2 in
Antique Windsor Elbow Chair, Victorian Double Hoop Armchair, Elm, Ash
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Windsor elbow chair, a Victorian, double hoop armchair in elm and ash and dating
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Windsor Chairs
Materials
Elm
H 40.95 in W 25.2 in D 21.66 in
Antique Elbow Chair Edwardian Country Kitchen Windsor Armchair, circa 1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique elbow chair. An Edwardian, country kitchen, Windsor, lath back, armchair in
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Windsor Chairs
Materials
Elm
H 43.71 in W 25.99 in D 27.96 in
Antique Oxford Elbow Chair, Victorian, Windsor, Lath Back, Armchair, Elm
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Oxford elbow chair. A Victorian, country kitchen, Windsor, lath back, armchair
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Windsor Chairs
Materials
Elm
H 38.98 in W 21.26 in D 20.08 in
Antique Elbow Chair, English, Victorian, Stick Back Windsor, Elm, circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique elbow chair, an English, Victorian stick-back Windsor chair in elm dating to the
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Windsor Chairs
Materials
Elm
H 43.51 in W 23.63 in D 25.99 in
Antique Elbow Chair, English, Victorian, Stick Back Windsor, Elm, circa 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique elbow chair, an English, Victorian stick-back Windsor chair in elm dating to the
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Windsor Chairs
Materials
Elm
H 43.51 in W 23.63 in D 25.99 in
Antique Windsor Chair, British, Elm, Ash, Elbow, Armchair, Victorian, circa 1860
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Windsor chair. A British, elm and ash elbow or armchair, dating to the mid
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Windsor Chairs
Materials
Ash, Elm
H 38.98 in W 22.05 in D 23.23 in
2021 CH20 Elbow Dining Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Oak & Leather
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a single (two are available, though the price is for each chair) CH20 Elbow Dining Chair
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 28.7 in W 21.3 in D 18.5 in
Antique Regency Elbow Carver Desk Chair
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique fine quality Regency elbow, carver or desk chair C1825. Very rare, with an elegant Regency
Category
Antique 1820s Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Georgian 19th Century Mahogany Office Elbow Desk Chair Carver
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique Georgian 19th century mahogany office, elbow, desk, or carver chair.
Solid, with no loose
Category
Antique 19th Century Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Elbow Chair, Victorian Lancashire Spindle Back Dining, circa 1870
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a top quality antique elbow chair, a Victorian Lancashire spindle back dining chair
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
H 42.13 in W 24.81 in D 20.08 in
Antique Windsor Chair, English, Elm, Elbow, Armchair, Country House, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Windsor chair. An English, elm and yew elbow or armchair, dating to the
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century British Windsor Chairs
Materials
Elm
H 42.52 in W 22.84 in D 22.64 in
Pair of Antique Windsor Chairs, English, Elm, Ash, Elbow, Armchair, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique Windsor chairs. An English, elm and ash elbow or armchair, dating to the
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century British Windsor Chairs
Materials
Elm
H 36.62 in W 21.46 in D 21.46 in
Antique Low Back Windsor Chair, English, Elm, Yew, Elbow, Armchair, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique low back Windsor chair. An English, elm and yew elbow or armchair, dating to
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Windsor Chairs
Materials
Elm, Yew
H 32.88 in W 21.26 in D 24.41 in
Antique Fine Quality Pair of 19th Century Mahogany Elbow Carver Dining Chairs
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique fine quality pair of 19th century mahogany elbow carver dining chairs. Very rare, with a
Category
Antique 19th Century Armchairs
Materials
Wood
H 34.65 in W 21.26 in D 22.05 in
Ercol Dining Chairs Elm Danish Hooped Back Elbow Windsor Set of Four
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
A beautiful set of four Mid-Century iconic Ercol Elm Windsor elbow dining chairs with pads, look
Category
20th Century Chairs
1920's Italian elbow chairs
Located in London, GB
A set of four Italian red-painted elbow chairs with pierced backs and neoclassical decoration.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs
Set of Four Hepplewhite Style Elbow Chairs
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
An unusual and elegant Set of four Hepplewhite style elbow chairs, the backs of intertwining oval
Category
Early 20th Century British Hepplewhite Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Hans Wegner Set of Six CH20 Elbow Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in San Francisco, CA
Handsome and exceptionally comfortable set of six Hans Wegner CH20 Elbow Chairs.
These are new
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Dining Room Chairs
Set of Ten Mid-20th Century Mahogany Elbow Chairs
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A quite exceptional set of ten mid-20th century mahogany framed elbow chairs. The oval backs
Category
Mid-20th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Six George III Period Mahogany Elbow Chairs
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A good set of six George III period mahogany Elbow chairs, the top rail, the arm supports finely
Category
Antique 19th Century British George III Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Four Regency Period Lacquered and Parcel Gilt Elbow Chairs
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A very good set of four Regency period lacquered and parcel-gilt elbow chairs of fine line
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs
An Exceptional Set Of Six (4+2) 19th Century Cuban Mahogany Framed Elbow Chairs
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A quite exceptional set of six (4 +2) 19th century mahogany framed elbow chairs after a design by
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
H 39.5 in W 25 in D 24 in
Pair of William "Billy" Haines Chippendale Elbow Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of William "Billy" Haines Chippendale Elbow Chairs. Handcarved Mahogany Legs. New "Rag" Silk
Category
Vintage 1950s Stools
Materials
Wood, Silk
Midcentury Teak "Elbow" Chairs Designed by Erik Kirkegaard 'Pair'
By Erik Kirkegaard
Located in Madison, WI
Midcentury teak "elbow" chairs with wool upholstery designed by Erik Kirkegaard (pair).
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
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Elbow Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the elbow dining chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each elbow dining chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and animal skin. Find 30 options for an antique or vintage elbow dining chair now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect elbow dining chair — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right elbow dining chair, those designed in Victorian, Regency and Georgian styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made elbow dining chair over the years, but those crafted by Carl Hansen & Søn and Hans J. Wegner are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Elbow Dining Chair?
Prices for a elbow dining chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $495 and can go as high as $121,770, while the average can fetch as much as $1,896.
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 Elbow Dining Chair
- What is the Elbow chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The term Elbow chair has more than one meaning. Prior to the 20th century, the term referred to a decorative chair with arms. In 1956, Hans J. Wegner designed a stackable wooden chair and named it the CH20 Elbow. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of elbow 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024The 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 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 ExpertOctober 30, 2024Yes, 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, 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024To 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, 2024The 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, 2024Many 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, 2024A 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What 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 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 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.
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