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Danish Brutalist Oak Razorblade Dining Chairs attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 19
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Kjærnulf's striking dining chairs, crafted from oak and showcase a captivating blend of
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 32.29 in W 18.9 in D 17.72 in
Henning Kjærnulf Set of 6 Razorblade Dining Chairs in Lambswool and Oak, 1960's
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wonderful set of 6 vintage sculptural dining room chairs (Model 54) designed by Henning Kjærnulf
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Oak
H 33.47 in W 20.48 in D 18.12 in
Henning Kjaernulf Oak Razorblade Danish Dining Chairs Rustic Brutalist Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of 8 Razorbacks or Razorblade Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf. Upgraded Suede like fabric on
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Henning Kjaernulf Oak Razorbacks Dining Chairs Rustic Brutalist Oak -Set of 6
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of 6-12. Razorbacks or Razorblades Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf. Another set of 6 also
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 33 in W 19 in D 17 in
Henning Kjaernulf Oak Razorbacks Dining Chairs Primitive Brutalist Oak -Set of 6
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of 6-12 available. Razorbacks or Razorblades Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf. Another set of
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 34 in W 20 in D 19 in
Henning Kjaernulf "Razorblade" 8 Oak dining chairs Denmark 1960
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Paris, FR
A sculptural classic set of 8 high back "razorblade" dining chairs in oak, seats reupholstered in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Vintage Henning Kjærnulf Oak and Sheepskin Dining Chairs, Denmark 1970
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bergen, NO
A wonderful sculptural classic set of 6 high back razorblade dining chairs in oak.
Designed by
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 38.19 in W 20.08 in D 22.05 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and beige boucle.
Refreshing design
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and HOLIDAY BIRILLINO sand/white
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Velvet, Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle.
Refreshing design with
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and vintage tobacco aniline leather
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and cognac pure aniline leather
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and ready for you to upholster
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and mokka latina aniline leather
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and yellow mohair velvet
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and black pure aniline leather
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and original Dragør fabric as they
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of 8 Henning Kjaernulf Oak Dining Chairs – "Razorblade", 1960s.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
This set of 8 oak dining chairs by Henning Kjaernulf is a quintessential example of Danish mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Linen, Oak
Henning Kjaernulf Razorblade Oak Set of 6 Dining Chairs, 1960's
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Uccle, BE
Henning Kjærnulf oak dining chairs reupholstered in a toile chinée. Nice and pure. Made by EG
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark 1970s, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of black painted oak and cow hide seat. This was
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Cowhide
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Oak Chairs Denmark 1960
Located in Paris, FR
6 solid Oak chairs designed by Henning Kjærnulf and manufactured by the Danish company Nyrup
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of 6 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A striking and highly popular sculptural set of 6 classic dining chairs in oak, seats reupholstered
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Wool, Oak
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 17.72 in
Razorblade Highback Chairs in Rich Patina Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This set of six carved light oak ladder-back chairs, known as the "Razorblade" model, was designed
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 37.8 in W 19.69 in D 18.51 in
Henning Kjærnulf Set of "Razorblade" Chairs for EG Kvalitetsmöbel, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
razorblade-shaped, an unparalleled design feature. These dining chairs have three “blades” opposed to the
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 38.98 in W 20.08 in D 16.93 in
Six "Razorblade" Brutalist Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf (attr.), Denmark ca 1970s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Utrecht, NL
decorative razorblade-shaped cutouts, an unparalleled design feature. The chairs are visually stimulating
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 35.04 in W 18.12 in D 20.48 in
Highback Razorblade Light Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Danish Design
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This set of six carved light oak ladder-back chairs, known as the "Razorblade" model, was designed
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 38.19 in W 19.69 in D 21.66 in
Set of Six "Razorblade" Oak Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Utrecht, NL
This impressive mid-century set of dining chairs is representative of the fundamental axioms of
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 40.16 in W 21.86 in D 22.45 in
Danish Modern Highback Razorblade Oak Chairs by Kjærnulf, 1960s. Set of 6.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
1960s. Set of six.
Vintage Danish dining chairs in solid nordic oak with original upholstery.
This
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 38.19 in W 20.48 in D 22.05 in
Danish Razorblade Highback Chairs in Light Oak by Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s, Set 8
By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
upholstery) carved light oak ladder-back chairs, known as the "Razorblade" model, was designed by Henning
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 38.19 in W 19.69 in D 21.66 in
Six Set Brutalist Dining Chairs in Solid Carved Oak by Henning Kjærnulf 60's
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of 6 Razorblade style Danish oak dining chairs by Henning ("Henry") Kjærnulf made in the late
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 39.5 in W 20 in D 22 in
Set of Six Rare Rosewood Razorblade Dining Chairs, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
This set of razorblade dining chairs in rosewood, Danish design, combine a simple structure with
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Henning Kjaernulf Oak Razorblade Dining Chairs Danish Rustic
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of 6 oak Henning Kjaernulf dining chairs. Known as Razorbacks or Razorblades. Original red
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Razorblade Dining Chairs in Oak attributed to Henning Kjærnulf
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Kjærnulf's striking dining chairs, crafted from oak and showcase a captivating blend of
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of 8 Henning Kjærnulf razorblade dining chairs, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Copenhagen, DK
This set of danish Henning Kjærnulf midcentury dining chairs are ready for reupholstering. All
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Razorblade Dining Chairs attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, Sticker from Nyrup Møbe
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Kjærnulf's striking dining chairs, crafted from oak and showcase a captivating blend of
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Set of Razorblade Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Beerse, VAN
Rare set of dining chairs designed by Danish designer Henning Kjaernulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik.
The
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 35.44 in W 18.12 in D 20.48 in
Six "Razorblade" Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf, Denmark 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Utrecht, NL
Henning Kjaernulf’s Razorblade chairs are the designer’s most distinctive designs. This set was
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Henning Kjærnulf Oak and Sheepskin Dining Chairs, Denmark 1970
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bergen, NO
A wonderful sculptural classic set of 6 high back razorblade dining chairs in oak.
Designed by
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 38.19 in W 20.08 in D 22.05 in
Set of Four Henning Kjaernnulf "Razor" Chairs in Oak Produced in Denmark, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare set of four mid-century "Razorblade" dining chairs in oak designed by Henning Kjaernulf
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 33.08 in W 20.08 in D 18.9 in
Set of '6' Danish Oak "Razorblade" Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf for EG Møbel
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Norwalk, CT
Presenting a set of (6) iconic signed "Razorblade" dining chairs, designed by the legendary
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Set of Eight Henning Kjaernulf Razorblade Mid Century Danish Dining Chairs '8'
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in London, GB
A set of dining chairs by Henning Kjaernulf.
Denmark, c1960s.
Oak, with new upholstery and
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 18.12 in
Set of Eight Henning Kjaernulf Razorblade Mid Century Danish Dining Chairs '8'
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in London, GB
A set of dining chairs by Henning Kjaernulf.
Denmark, c1960s.
Oak, with new upholstery and
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in L 32.29 in
Set of Ten Razorblade Style Dining Chairs in Solid Carved Oak by Henry Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of 10 Danish oak dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf made in the 1960-70's. The set is similar in
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 39.5 in W 20 in D 22 in
Set of 10 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A highly popular and sculptural set of 10 classic dining chairs in oak, seats reupholstered in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Lambskin, Wool
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 16.93 in
Set of 6 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Hessian, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
A striking and highly popular sculptural set of 6 classic dining chairs in oak, seats reupholstered
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 17.72 in
Henning Kjærnulf, Set of 4 "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Cowhide, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
An attractive and popular sculptural set of 4 classic dining chairs in oak, seats reupholstered in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cowhide, Oak
H 33.08 in W 19.69 in D 16.54 in
Set of 10 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
A striking and highly popular sculptural set of 10 classic dining chairs in oak, seats
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Wool, Oak
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 17.33 in
Set of 10 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Chairs in Oak & Lambswool, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
A striking and highly popular sculptural set of 10 classic dining chairs in a dark stained oak
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Wool, Oak
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 17.72 in
Henning Kjaernulf Razorblade Danish Brutalist Oak Dining Chairs '7'
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Kjærnulf's striking dining chairs, crafted from oak and showcase a captivating blend of
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Set of '6' Henning Kjærnulf Razorblade Dining Chairs, c. 1960's
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Norwalk, CT
Henning Kjærnulf's iconic Razorblade Dining Chairs are celebrated for their striking and unique
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Mohair
A Pair of Kjærnulf Razorblade Dining Chairs, Custom Listing
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A custom listing for Jonathan. A pair of razorblade chairs (seats included)
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
(8) Henning Kjaernulf Danish Mid-Century Oak "Razorblade" Dining Chairs
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your dining experience to unparalleled heights with this exquisite set of eight "Razorblade
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Danish Modern "Razorblade" Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf, Denmark, 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Hägersten, SE
Set of six dining chairs model "Razorblade" designed by Henning Kjaernulf. Produced in Denmark by
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lambskin, Oak
H 32.68 in W 20.48 in D 18.12 in
Henning Kjærnulf razorblade dining chairs in oak and reupholstered seats
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Copenhagen, DK
6 dining chairs by the Danish architect, Henry Kjærnulf - in danish - Henning Kjærnulf.
The
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 38.19 in W 20.08 in D 19.69 in
Set of 6 Razorblade Dining Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Henning Kjaernulf’s Razorblade chairs are the designer’s most distinctive designs. This set was
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
H 33.27 in W 19.49 in D 19.69 in
Razorblade Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf for Nyrup Furniture Factory, 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Kjærnulf's striking dining chairs, crafted from oak and showcase a captivating blend of
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 32.29 in W 20.08 in D 19.3 in
Set of 6 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Dining Chairs in Oak & Mohair, 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
A striking and highly popular sculptural set of 6 classic dining chairs in oak, seats upholstered
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak, Mohair
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 17.33 in
Set of 8 Henning Kjærnulf "Razorblade" Dining Chairs in Oak & Mohair, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik
Located in Odense, DK
A striking and highly popular sculptural set of 8 classic dining chairs in oak, seats reupholstered
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Mohair, Oak
H 33.08 in W 20.48 in D 17.33 in
Henning Kjærnulf, Set of 8 "Razorblade" Dining Chairs in Oak & Cowhide, 1960s
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
An intriguing and popular sculptural set of 8 classic dining chairs in oak, seats reupholstered in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cowhide, Oak
H 33.08 in W 19.69 in D 17.33 in
Henning Kjærnulf Set of 4 Razorblade Dining Chairs in Off-White Bouclé and Oak
By Nyrup Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful set of 4 sculptural dining room chairs (Model 54) designed by Henning Kjærnulf for Nyrup
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
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Razorblade Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of razorblade dining chairs available for sale. The range of distinct razorblade dining chairs — often made from wood, fabric and oak — can elevate any home. Razorblade 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. Razorblade dining chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Scandinavian Modern and mid-century modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made razorblade dining chairs over the years, but those made by Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet and Vejle Stole & Møbelfabrik are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Razorblade Dining Chairs?
Prices for razorblade dining chairs start at $433 and top out at $7,700 with the average selling for $4,400.
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.