What is the difference between a dining set and a dinette set?

The difference between a dining set and a dinette set is size. A dinette set usually consists of a small dining table plus two to four chairs. On the other hand, dining sets usually have larger tables with six or eight chairs. With some brands, dinette sets are more casual than dining sets. However, other brands offer both casual and formal dinettes and dining sets. Explore a diverse assortment of dining room furniture on 1stDibs.

What is the best material for outdoor dining sets?

The best material for outdoor dining sets is a personal choice, depending upon the aesthetics, how easy the furniture is to arrange, comfort, durability and most importantly, the weather conditions. The need for an outdoor dining set to withstand varying weather conditions means that many contemporary offerings prioritize durability over form. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of vintage, modern, and antique outdoor dining sets that have already shown they can survive the test of time and can add a sophisticated sensibility to your outdoor space.

How can I tell how old my dining room set is?

To tell how old your dining room set is, you can either consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer or research it yourself using trusted online resources. A great place to start is with the maker's markings, which you will often find under tabletops and seats. Along with the maker's name, some dining room furniture may even be marked with a production year or a serial, style or model number, which simplifies the research process. Should you only find a name, read about the maker and learn when it produced sets similar to yours to get a rough idea of the age of your set. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of dining room sets.

How much does a good dining room set cost?

On 1stdibs, a dining room set costs between $514 and $395,000.

Is it better to buy a matching dining set or mix pieces?

Mixing is common and often more practical: pairing an antique table with newer or contrasting chairs lets you swap seating later without replacing the table.

Stanley Dining Set

Japanese Modern Flatware

Frederick Miller

Stainless Steel Flatware Japan

Stanley Mid Century Chair

Eight Place Setting Sterling Silver Flatware

Mexican Sterling Silver Silver Service

Stanley Rosewood

Stanley Young For Glenn Of California

Set of Eight Burgundy Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Stanley

$2,600 / set

Set of Eight Burgundy Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Stanley

By Stanley

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Striking set of eight vintage Mid-Century Modern dining chairs by Stanley Furniture, featuring beautifully sculpted walnut-toned wood frames and rich burgundy red upholstery.

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Vintage Mid Century Modern Cat Eye Walnut Dining Chairs by Stanley - Set of 4

$1,600 / set

Vintage Mid Century Modern Cat Eye Walnut Dining Chairs by Stanley - Set of 4

By Stanley

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern "Cat Eye" Walnut Dining Chairs by Stanley - Set of 4. Listing includes (1) armchair, (3) side chairs, curved and angled back, solid wood construction, beau...

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Queen Anne Solid Mahogany Dining Chairs by Stanley, Set of Four

$1,795 / set

Queen Anne Solid Mahogany Dining Chairs by Stanley, Set of Four

By Stanley Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of four Queen Anne or Georgian style side chairs or dining chairs By Stanley Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Solid mahogany frames, with upholstered seats.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Stanley British Colonial Dining Chairs American Craftsman Collection Set of 6

$3,196Sale Price / set|20% Off

Stanley British Colonial Dining Chairs American Craftsman Collection Set of 6

By Stanley Furniture

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of 6 Stanley British Colonial Dining Chairs from the American Craftsman Collection Model Number: 51...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Colonial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Cane, Hardwood, Cherry

Stanley Roberts Japan Flatware Set, Carl Aubock Era Mid Century Modern

$1,250

Stanley Roberts Japan Flatware Set, Carl Aubock Era Mid Century Modern

By Stanley Roberts

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a mid-century flatware set for foue (4) people, 20 pieces includes soup spoon, dinner fork, steak knive, small spoon and small fork. Stamped Stanley Roberts J...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of Three 20th Century Blue Willow Separating Plates

$316Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set of Three 20th Century Blue Willow Separating Plates

By Stanley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic set of three blue Willow Stanley lunch plate. Vitrified. These Stanley plates are in amazing condition. Each one of these plates are stamped Stanley. Globe Pottery Cobridg...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Country Platters and Serveware

Materials

Pottery

Service for 8, Modern Silverware Set by Everbrite, Japan, 1960's

$275

Service for 8, Modern Silverware Set by Everbrite, Japan, 1960's

By Stanley Roberts

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Silverware Service for Eight Pattern: EVS9 - Discontinued ( Stainless, Premier 18/8 ) Manufactured: Everbrite, Japan In the style of Stanley Roberts, Japan Full set of Knifes, For...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

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William Spratling Sterling Silver and Rosewood Espresso Set with Tray, 1950

Unavailable

H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in

William Spratling Sterling Silver and Rosewood Espresso Set with Tray, 1950

By William Spratling

Located in New York, NY

Being offered is a sterling silver espresso set by William Spratling of Taxco, Mexico, the 7" high pot is accompanied by a creamer and sugar and tray to create a charming tete a tete...

Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Spratling Tray Pot Creamer Sugar in Sterling Silver Ebony

Unavailable

H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in

Spratling Tray Pot Creamer Sugar in Sterling Silver Ebony

By William Spratling

Located in New York, NY

Being offered is a rare circa 1950 sterling silver coffee - espresso set by William Spratling of Taxco, comprising espresso - coffee pot, creamer and sugar and rare ebony and sterlin...

Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Tea Sets

Tommi Parzinger 1953 Silverplate 3 Pcs Coffee Pot Set

Unavailable

H 0 in W 0 in D 0 in Dm 0 in

Tommi Parzinger 1953 Silverplate 3 Pcs Coffee Pot Set

By Tommi Parzinger, Dorlyn Silversmiths

Located in New York, NY

PLEASE VISIT LAUREN STANLEY IN NEW YORK CITY

A fine circa 1953 silverplate (original silverplate in perfect condition -- exceedingly rare) 3 piece coffee set by Tommi ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of 6 Mid-Century Walnut Dining Chairs by Stanley

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H 32 in W 24.5 in D 19.5 in

Set of 6 Mid-Century Walnut Dining Chairs by Stanley

By Stanley

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of 6 Mid-Century American walnut dining chairs by Stanley furniture.

Category

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

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Stanley Mid Century Walnut Blue Seat Dining Chairs, Set of 4

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H 32.25 in W 20 in D 19 in

Stanley Mid Century Walnut Blue Seat Dining Chairs, Set of 4

By Stanley Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Stanley Mid Century Walnut Blue Seat Dining Chairs - Set of 4 Each chair measures: 20 wide x 19 deep x 33 high, with a seat height of 18 inches All pieces of furniture can be h...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Stanley Mid Century Walnut Cats Eye Dining Chairs, Set of 6

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H 33 in W 19 in D 17 in

Stanley Mid Century Walnut Cats Eye Dining Chairs, Set of 6

By Stanley Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Stanley mid century walnut cats eye dining chairs - set of 6 Each chair measures: 19 wide x 17 deep x 33 inches high, with a seat height of 19 and arm height of 24 inches All p...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1950s Stanley Young for Glenn of California Dining Chairs, Set of 6

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H 32.5 in W 18 in D 21 in

1950s Stanley Young for Glenn of California Dining Chairs, Set of 6

By Glenn of California, Stanley Young

Located in North Canton, OH

Just back from the upholstery masters, these little gems are as sweet in person as you would hope them to be. Complete professional renovation on original black lacquered frames. Sta...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Spanish Style Cane Back Dining Room Chairs, Set of 6

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H 44.25 in W 19 in D 16.5 in

Set of Spanish Style Cane Back Dining Room Chairs, Set of 6

By Stanley Furniture

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A tall set of six Spanish-style cane back dining room chairs with upholstered seats. This lovely set features two head armchairs and four side chairs. Each chair has a square upholst...

Category

20th Century North American Spanish Colonial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Foam, Wood

Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern Walnut Shell Back Dining Chairs

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H 32.5 in W 23 in D 19.5 in

Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern Walnut Shell Back Dining Chairs

By Stanley Furniture

Located in Wilmington, DE

Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern walnut shell back dining chairs Offered is a vintage Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern walnut shell back dining chairs. These chairs have sleek lines and a l...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Classic Set of 6 English Mahogany Chippendale Style Dining Chairs

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H 41.5 in W 26.5 in D 23 in

Classic Set of 6 English Mahogany Chippendale Style Dining Chairs

By Distinctive Furniture By Stanley

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Set of 6 mahogany classic English Chippendale style chairs by Stanley Furniture having carved frames and neutral brocade upholstery. The crest of each chair is finely carved and the ...

Category

Vintage 1980s North American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Stanley Roberts "ASTRO" Stainless Steel Flatware Set Japan - service for 12

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H 7 in W 1 in D 0.25 in

Stanley Roberts "ASTRO" Stainless Steel Flatware Set Japan - service for 12

By Stanley Roberts

Located in Philadelphia, PA

"Astro" stainless steel flatware set by Stanley Roberts Marked with Stanley Roberts hallmark Made in Japan Service for Twelve + Servicing Pieces: (12) dinner forks (12) dinner kni...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Stanley Roberts Service for 8 Mid-Century Modern Flatware Set 50 Pieces.

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H 8 in W 1.5 in

Stanley Roberts Service for 8 Mid-Century Modern Flatware Set 50 Pieces.

By Stanley Roberts

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Stanley Roberts service for 8 stainless steel set. 50 pieces include 8 of knives, soup spoons, dinner forks, salad forks. Includes 16 teaspoons and 2 large serving spoons. Set is rem...

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ward Bennett Aperto Cutlery set for 12

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H 8 in W 2 in D 0.5 in

Ward Bennett Aperto Cutlery set for 12

By Stanley

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Aperto is a stainless flatware set based on a Mexican sterling design. Made by Stanley Cutlery in japan in the 1950's. This service has twelve place settings of Dinner fork, salad ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Nine Piece Dining Suite Includes China Cabinet, Stanley Furniture Finnline

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H 66 in W 72 in D 40 in

Nine Piece Dining Suite Includes China Cabinet, Stanley Furniture Finnline

By Pierre Debs, Stanley

Located in South Charleston, WV

Designed by Pierre Debs for Stanley Furniture in the 1960s. This listing is for 2 captain / arm chairs, 4 regular chairs, dining table with extension leaf and the china cabinet / ...

Category

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

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

Set of 7 Mid Century Dining Chairs by Stanley

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H 32 in W 19 in D 17 in

Set of 7 Mid Century Dining Chairs by Stanley

By Distinctive Furniture By Stanley

Located in New York, NY

Set of seven Mid-Century Modern dining chairs by Stanley Furniture.

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of Four Solid Wood Dining Chairs for Stanley Furniture by Paul Browning

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H 32 in W 21 in D 18 in

Set of Four Solid Wood Dining Chairs for Stanley Furniture by Paul Browning

By H. Paul Browning 1, Stanley Furniture

Located in Madison, WI

Beautiful and very high end set of four Walnut dining chairs, for Stanley Furniture by Paul Browning, circa 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of Four White Bent Rattan Dining or Club Chairs with Casters

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H 36 in W 23.5 in D 24 in

Set of Four White Bent Rattan Dining or Club Chairs with Casters

By Stanley

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Elegant and traditional yet contemporary chic set of bent rattan dining or side chairs on casters.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Set of 123 Stanley Roberts Contempra Mid Century Modern Stainless Flatware

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H 5 in W 14 in D 7 in

Set of 123 Stanley Roberts Contempra Mid Century Modern Stainless Flatware

By Stanley Roberts

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed and made in Japan by Stanley Roberts, this set is wonderfully modernist, extremely robust in its making, and prestigious Japanese crafting. This set is quite large, consisti...

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Stanley Roberts Flatware Set in the Style of Erik Herlow/ Service for 8

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H 7 in W 1 in D 0.25 in

Stanley Roberts Flatware Set in the Style of Erik Herlow/ Service for 8

By Stanley Roberts

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Stanley Roberts flatware set in the style of Erik Herlow. Service for 8 plus a few extras. Based on a set designed by Erik Herlow and produced in Denmark. This set is produced in Jap...

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of 6 Stanley Young for Glenn of CA Dining Chairs

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H 32 in W 19 in D 20 in

Set of 6 Stanley Young for Glenn of CA Dining Chairs

By Stanley Young

Located in Santa Monica, CA

With their original black vinyl upholstered seats and warm mahogany finish, this set of six Stanley Young for Glenn of California dining chairs are truly wonderful additions to any d...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, PVC, Upholstery

Set of Six Stanley Young for Glenn of California Dining Chairs

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H 32.5 in W 19 in D 22 in

Set of Six Stanley Young for Glenn of California Dining Chairs

By Stanley Young, Glenn of California

Located in Long Beach, CA

A set of six dining chairs designed by Stanley Young for his company Glenn of California in the early 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Stanley Young Dining Chairs for Glenn of California, Set of Eight

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H 32 in W 18 in D 22 in

Stanley Young Dining Chairs for Glenn of California, Set of Eight

By Glenn of California, Stanley Young

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vibrant sky blue upholstery contrasts beautifully with the rich walnut wood frame supporting these chairs. Sturdy, comfortable and stylish. Very good condition, new upholstery with a...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of Six Stanley Young (Glenn of California) Dining Chairs

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H 32 in W 17 in D 22 in

Set of Six Stanley Young (Glenn of California) Dining Chairs

Located in Santa Monica, CA

With new striped linen-blend (Sunbrella) upholstery, off-white with a black stripe, contrasting welt and four buttons along the bend of the seat, these dining chairs are both gloriou...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Rare Set of Four Side Chairs by Stanley Young for Glenn of California

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H 33 in W 18 in D 21 in

Rare Set of Four Side Chairs by Stanley Young for Glenn of California

By Glenn of California

Located in Atlanta, GA

Beautiful set of four side chairs designed by Stanley Young for Glenn of California with new upholstery over a sturdy walnut base.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Stanley Roberts Rosewood "Wood Vogue" Flatware 6 Place Settings 30pc Set

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H 9 in W 0.75 in D 0.88 in

Stanley Roberts Rosewood "Wood Vogue" Flatware 6 Place Settings 30pc Set

By Stanley Roberts

Located in San Francisco, CA

Offered here are 6 place settings (30 pieces) of Stanley Roberts "Wood Vogue" Flatware All in their original containers, also with their original plastic sleeves Pieces are stainl...

Category

Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gorham Tea / Coffee Set 1882 117 Oz.

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Gorham Tea / Coffee Set 1882 117 Oz.

Located in New York, NY

PLEASE VISIT LAUREN STANLEY IN NEW YORK

Circa 1882 sterling silver five (5) piece tea/coffee set by Gorham of Providence, RI, comprising teapot, coffee pot, sugar bowl...

Category

Antique 19th Century American Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Japanesque Tiffany Sterling Silver Coffee Set Aesthetic

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Japanesque Tiffany Sterling Silver Coffee Set Aesthetic

Located in New York, NY

PLEASE VISIT LAUREN STANLEY IN NEW YORK

A fine circa 1878 Turkish coffee (espresso) or chocolate set by Tiffany & Co., of New York, comprising a pot, creamer, sugar bo...

Category

20th Century American Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rare William Spratling Sterling Silver & Rosewood Coffee Set

Sold

H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in

Rare William Spratling Sterling Silver & Rosewood Coffee Set

By William Spratling

Located in New York, NY

Being offered is circa 1950 sterling silver and rosewood personal coffee set, the pot with flip lid that has a rosewood handle and finial, the sugar bowl and creamer with rosewood ha...

Category

Vintage 1940s Mexican Tea Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Stanley Dining Set For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic stanley dining set available at 1stDibs. A stanley dining set — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer stanley dining set, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A stanley dining set, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Country or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one stanley dining set that is appealing in its simplicity, but Distinctive Furniture By Stanley, Stanley Furniture and Stanley Roberts produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Stanley Dining Set?

The average selling price for a stanley dining set at 1stDibs is $1,300, while they’re typically $395 on the low end and $7,500 for the highest priced.

Questions About Stanley Dining Set

What is the difference between a dining set and a dinette set?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between a dining set and a dinette set is size. A dinette set usually consists of a small dining table plus two to four chairs. On the other hand, dining sets usually have larger tables with six or eight chairs. With some brands, dinette sets are more casual than dining sets. However, other brands offer both casual and formal dinettes and dining sets. Explore a diverse assortment of dining room furniture on 1stDibs.
What is the best material for outdoor dining sets?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
The best material for outdoor dining sets is a personal choice, depending upon the aesthetics, how easy the furniture is to arrange, comfort, durability and most importantly, the weather conditions. The need for an outdoor dining set to withstand varying weather conditions means that many contemporary offerings prioritize durability over form. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of vintage, modern, and antique outdoor dining sets that have already shown they can survive the test of time and can add a sophisticated sensibility to your outdoor space.
How can I tell how old my dining room set is?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
To tell how old your dining room set is, you can either consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer or research it yourself using trusted online resources. A great place to start is with the maker's markings, which you will often find under tabletops and seats. Along with the maker's name, some dining room furniture may even be marked with a production year or a serial, style or model number, which simplifies the research process. Should you only find a name, read about the maker and learn when it produced sets similar to yours to get a rough idea of the age of your set. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of dining room sets.
How much does a good dining room set cost?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, a dining room set costs between $514 and $395,000.
Is it better to buy a matching dining set or mix pieces?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Mixing is common and often more practical: pairing an antique table with newer or contrasting chairs lets you swap seating later without replacing the table.