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Set of 12 Dunbar Dining Chairs Designed by Roger Sprunger
By Dunbar Furniture, Roger Sprunger
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A unique set of 12 dining chairs by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar. Set includes two arm chairs and 10
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Side Chairs
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Wonderful set of four side chairs designed by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar in a dark stained ash.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ash

Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Side Chairs
Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Side Chairs
H 34 in W 22 in D 22.5 in
Set of Four Side Chairs in Ash, Model 6738, by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed in 1967 by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar, these handsome side chairs, model 6738, have frames
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ash

Daisy Dining Chair
Located in West Hollywood, CA
comfort it allows. It's depth and arm height make these chairs the perfect dining companion. A sprung seat
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21st Century and Contemporary American Dining Room Chairs

Daisy Dining Chair
Daisy Dining Chair
H 38.5 in W 23.5 in D 24 in
Set 8 French Dining Chairs
Located in Seaford, GB
A lovely set of 8 French dining chairs, having original off white finish and original leather
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Antique Early 1900s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Other

Set 8 French Dining Chairs
Set 8 French Dining Chairs
H 37.8 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in
Set 6 French Harp Back Dining Chairs
Located in Seaford, GB
A nice set of painted French dining chairs with red velvet sprung seats. Nice harp back design
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Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set 6 French Harp Back Dining Chairs
Set 6 French Harp Back Dining Chairs
H 37.01 in W 18.12 in D 16.93 in
1940s Set of 4 Dining Chairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
49 cm - The seat is sprung and very comfortable.
Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1940s Set of 4 Dining Chairs, Czechoslovakia
1940s Set of 4 Dining Chairs, Czechoslovakia
H 33.86 in W 17.72 in D 16.93 in
Set of 8 French Walnut Art Deco Dining Chairs
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
FRENCH ART DECO DINING CHAIRS A stunning set of eight solid walnut dining chairs lovely quality
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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 8 French Walnut Art Deco Dining Chairs
Set of 8 French Walnut Art Deco Dining Chairs
H 38.98 in W 20.48 in D 22.84 in
1960's Italian Walnut Dining Chairs, set of 6
Located in New York, NY
Set of 6 Walnut Dining Chairs, Italy, 1960's This great looking set of refined, spare dining
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of Six Dining Chairs in Rococo Style from 1860s
Located in Vienna, AT
Set of six dining chairs in Rococo style, manufacturing in Sweden, circa 1860. Slung front carved
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Antique 1860s Swedish Rococo Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Contemporary Isabella Dining Chair in Melton Wool with Solid Walnut Legs
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Isabella dining chair is one of our signature chairs, as highly sought after today as when it
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Wool, Bouclé

Four Restored Antique Victorian Heavily Carved Ebonised Gold Gilt Dining Chairs
Located in GB
carved dining chairs with ebonised and gold gilt frames which have been fully restored These chairs
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Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Fully Restored Suite of New Leather Chesterfield Dining Chairs Claw & Ball Feet
By Chesterfield
Located in GB
brown leather dining chairs These are a very important and substantial set of chairs, they have been
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Six Antique Victorian Turkey Work Carpet Kilim Rug Napoleonic Blue Dining Chairs
Located in GB
Victorian mahogany framed dining chairs with Napoleonic blue bordered Turkey Kilim Rug upholstery which are
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Hardwood

Suite of 8 Walter Knoll “Jason 391” Dining Chairs, in Sky Blue Leather
Located in Barrowford, GB
, refined suites of dining chairs you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire
Category

2010s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Six Stunning Fully Restored Brown Leather Hardwood Claw & Ball Dining Chairs 6
Located in GB
framed brown leather dining chairs These are a very fine, highly decorative and extremely comfortable
Category

Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Leather

Exceptional Set Of 8 English Antique Carved Oak Hand Dyed Leather Dining Chairs
Located in Norwich, GB
An exceptional set of eight English Victorian carved oak dining chairs with leather seating
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

1930s 40s Modernist Set of Six French Art Deco Oak Dining Chairs Charles Dudouyt
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Miami, FL
A magnificent set of six Modernist Art Deco dining chairs in style of Charles Dudouyt in original
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

circa 1845 C Hindley & Sons Lion Carved Chesterfield Brown Leather Dining Chairs
By Charles Hindley & Sons, Chesterfield
Located in GB
& Son’s dining chairs circa 1844-1845 These are a very important and substantial set of chairs, they
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Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

1930s 40s Modernist set of Six French Art Deco Oak Dining Chairs Charles Dudouyt
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A magnificent set of six Modernist Art Deco dining chairs attributed to Charles Dudouyt in original
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Oak

Set of Six Henry II circa 1880 French Oak & Embossed Leather Lion Dining Chairs
Located in GB
brown leather upholster Henry II circa 1880 dining chairs with bronze dolphin handles A very rare and
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Antique 1880s French Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Leather

Fine Set of Six Solid Hand Carved Walnut Claw & Ball Feet Art Deco Dining Chairs
Located in GB
dining chairs with Claw & Ball feet These chairs are amazing, they seat very comfortable owing to the
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1930s Original Pel Tubular Chrome Sprung Side Chair – Original Leather
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1930’s Original Pel Tubular Chrome Sprung Side Chair – Original Leather 1930’s Original Pel
Category

Vintage 1930s English Chairs

Materials

Metal

Customizable Wittmann Berlin Chair by Kai Stania & Christian Horner
By Wittmann, Kai Stania
Located in New York, NY
without armrests. The sprung backrest and pocket-srpung seat make for exceptional comfort. chair with low
Category

2010s Austrian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Contemporary Felix carver Chair in Yellow Mohair with Solid Walnut Legs
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Felix Fluted Chair is our new take on our Felix Carver Chair, with its stunning fluted back
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Mohair

Thonet S34 Cantilever chairs by Mart Stam in black leather and chrome – Germany
By Marcel Breuer, Thonet, Mart Stam
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
principle of the freely sprung chair that no longer stands on four legs. The restrained design became an
Category

Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Customizable Wittmann Berlin Armchair by Kai Stania & Christian Horner
By Wittmann, Kai Stania
Located in New York, NY
A timeless classic due to its clear, straightforward lines, this chair is suitable for a wide
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2010s Austrian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Contemporary Elodie Dining Chair in Champagne Pearlized Leather with Walnut Legs
By Stuart Scott
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
A sophisticated and simple silhouette with beautifully detailed flutes. This dining or occasional
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Velvet

Pair of Gustavian Carved Canework Dining Chairs Natural Finish, Early 1900s
Located in LONDON, GB
Unusual early 1900s pair of Gustavian carved canework dining chairs in natural finish with fully
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Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Chairs

Materials

Birch

Modern Sculptural Chrome and Glass Round Table by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Toledo, OH
Flat bar Modernist sculptural chrome and glass round table by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar. Glass is
Category

Vintage 1960s North American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Mid-century Gordon Russell Oak Extending Dining Table and Chairs, 1950s
By Heal's, Gordon Russell
Located in London, GB
A vintage dining set of consisting of an extending table and 4 chairs produced in the 1950s for
Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Walnut

Contemporary Modern Simon Pengelly for Allermuir Venus Green Tub Chairs, a Pair
By Allermuir, Simon Pengelly
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Venus is a versatile, compact tub chair with a molded foam body and sprung seat providing excellent
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Mid Century Blue Formica Drop Leaf Kitchen Dining Table With Wooden Legs 60s
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
MID CENTURY DINING TABLE CIRCA 1950s/60s Original baby blue 1960's formica drop leaf table that
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Formica, Beech

Customizable Wittmann Vuelta FD Dining Armchair by Jaime Hayon
By Wittmann, Jaime Hayon
Located in New York, NY
Dining Chair is supported by graceful tubular legs in a choice of black or, for a particularly refined
Category

2010s Austrian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

1950's Industrial Czech Swivel Chair, '1767.1'
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s industrial Czech swivel chair – (1767.1 1950’s industrial Czech swivel chair – (1767.1
Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Stools

Materials

Steel

1950's Industrial Czech Swivel Chair, '1767.1'
1950's Industrial Czech Swivel Chair, '1767.1'
H 31.89 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
Customizable Wittmann Vuelta FD Swivel Chair by Jaime Hayon
By Wittmann, Jaime Hayon
Located in New York, NY
dining chair is supported by graceful tubular legs in a choice of black or – for a particularly refined
Category

2010s Austrian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Gerrit Rietveld Red and Blue Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Rietveld in 1918. Relaunched in 1973. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Gerrit Rietveld Red and Blue Chair by Cassina
Gerrit Rietveld Red and Blue Chair by Cassina
H 34.65 in W 25.79 in D 32.68 in
Gerrit Rietveld Zeilmaker Version of Black Red and Blue Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Rietveld in 1920. Relaunched in 2015. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Gerrit Rietveld Zeilmaker Version of Black Red and Blue Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Rietveld in 1920. Relaunched in 2015. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Gerrit Rietveld Zeilmaker Version of Black Red and Blue Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Rietveld in 1920. Relaunched in 2015. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Gerrit Rietveld Zeilmaker Version of Black Red and Blue Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Rietveld in 1920. Relaunched in 2015. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Gerrit Rietveld Zeilmaker Version of Black Red and Blue Chair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Rietveld in 1920. Relaunched in 2015. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

Historical Swiss German Art Deco Modern Production Swivel Stool Patinated Oak
By Giroflex Stoll, Stoll
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
designs a swivel chair that he calls the "Federdreh" (loosely translated as the "sprung swivel"). At the
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Metal, Steel

Wittmann Set of Two Vuelta Fd Armchairs by Jaime Hayon in Stock
By Wittmann, Jaime Hayon
Located in New York, NY
tapers forward to form an armrest. Vuelta Dining Chair is supported by graceful tubular legs in a choice
Category

2010s Austrian Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

Wittmann Vuelta Fd Armchair Designed by Jaime Hayon in Stock
By Wittmann, Jaime Hayon
Located in New York, NY
tapers forward to form an armrest. Vuelta Dining Chair is supported by graceful tubular legs in a choice
Category

2010s Austrian Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

Wittmann Vuelta Fd Armchair Designed by Jaime Hayon in Stock
By Wittmann, Jaime Hayon
Located in New York, NY
tapers forward to form an armrest. Vuelta Dining Chair is supported by graceful tubular legs in a choice
Category

2010s Austrian Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

Eight Restored Brown Leather Thomas Chippendale Chesterfield Club Armchairs 8
By Chesterfield, Thomas Chippendale
Located in GB
waxed as well Size wise they can be used as generous dining chairs, small armchairs, they were made
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20th Century English Regency Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Exhibition Quality Wylie & Lochhead 1860 Glasgow Chesterfield Brown Leather Sofa
By Wylie & Lochhead
Located in GB
cattle hide, the seat platform a traditional coil sprung affair In terms of the condition the sofa has
Category

Antique 1860s Scottish High Victorian Sofas

Materials

Leather

Set of 8 Dunbar Rosewood & Suede Dining Chairs
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of 8 ( 2 arm & 6 side ) 1970's rosewood with original gray suede upholstery dining chairs, #'s
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Suede

Art Deco Macassar Ebony Dining Chairs
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
Art Deco Macassar ebony dining chairs A set of six art deco Macassar ebony Dining chairs produced
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ebony, Mahogany

Art Deco Macassar Ebony Dining Chairs
Art Deco Macassar Ebony Dining Chairs
H 35.44 in W 18.12 in D 20.48 in
Set of Eight Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of eight walnut dining chairs with sprung tight seats, in original upholstery. Price is for the
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Vintage 1950s American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Antique Quality Set of Six Victorian Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech
Antique quality set of six Victorian walnut dining chairs. Date from circa 1900 and have a
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of Ten Faux Rosewood Neo-Classic Dining Side Chairs
Located in Bedford, NY
Mid-20th Century chairs with a faux rosewood finish, base wood, probably birch. sprung seat with
Category

Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Set of 8 Dining Side Chairs in the Style of Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Bedford, NY
Made in 1950 these Jansen black lacquer side chairs have gold trim on legs and aprons. They are in
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

Curved Art Deco Leather or Velvet Dining Chair with Lacquered Wood Frame
By Maurice Dufrêne, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Bruttisellen, CH
precious wood veneers. They are traditionally sprung, stuffed and upholstered. The veneers match the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Empire Armchair
By Frederick P. Victoria & Son, Inc., Jean-Baptiste-Bernard Demay
Located in Long Island City, NY
;en tableau" boxed leather upholstery, hand-tied sprung seat, with spaced nails over a cut
Category

2010s American Empire Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Empire Armchair
Empire Armchair
H 35.13 in W 24 in D 24.25 in
Luxury Art Deco Leather Bar Stool with Wood Frame for Hospitality
By Maurice Dufrêne, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann
Located in Bruttisellen, CH
precious wood veneers. They are traditionally sprung, stuffed and upholstered. The veneers match the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

1950s Walnut and Beech Dining Set by Vesper Furniture
By Gimson and Slater Ltd
Located in Derby, Derbyshire
A wonderfully styled and detailed 1950s dining set manufactured by Gimson & Slater under the
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Beech, Walnut

Roger Sprunger Set of 6 Dining Chairs for Dunbar 1967 'Signed'
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Set of 6 dining chairs (4 sides model No. 6738 and 2 arms model No. 6739) in ash with upholstered
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Ash

Set of 8 Dining Chairs in Ash by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Set of 8 dining chairs (6 sides model No. 6738 and 2 arms model No. 6739) in ash with upholstered
Category

Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs

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Sprung Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of sprung dining chairs available for sale. Each of these unique sprung dining chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, animal skin and leather. We have 137 antique and vintage sprung dining chairs in-stock, while there are 18 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of sprung dining chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Sprung dining chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, mid-century modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Dunbar, Roger Sprunger and Cassina each produced beautiful sprung dining chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Sprung Dining Chairs?

Prices for sprung dining chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, sprung dining chairs begin at $440 and can go as high as $29,063, while the average can fetch as much as $3,781.

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 Sprung 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To protect your woven dining chairs, try a fabric protection spray designed for the specific type of material. Follow the application directions printed on the bottle for best results. Also, wipe your chairs clean after every meal with a slightly damp cloth to reduce the risk of stains. On 1stDibs, find a range of woven dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best fabric for dining room chairs is really a matter of preference. Those who are looking for maximum durability should opt for a smooth synthetic fabric that is liquid repellant. Shop dining room chairs in a variety of fabrics on 1stDibs.