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Eight Carved Jacobean Throne Dining Chairs Hand Painted & Embossed Leather Seats
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare suite of mid Victorian throne dining chairs based
Category
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 50.6 in W 23.82 in D 27.56 in
Single Vico Magistretti Style Oak & Rush Throne Dining Chair
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Only 1 left! Mid-Century, Vico Magistretti style, oak and rush throne-like dining chair
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Pine
Elegant Restored Set of 8 Throne Dining Chairs by Henry Olko, circa 1955
By Willow and Reed, Henry Olko
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptionally rare set of eight (8) rattan and cane dining chairs by the great Henry Olko for
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Cane
Regal Set of 12 Egyptian Revival Throne Dining Chairs by Henry Olko, circa 1955
By Willow and Reed, Henry Olko
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Rattan
H 44 in W 21 in D 21 in
2 Antique Renaissance Gothic Revival Carved Mahogany Throne Dining Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
A pair of impressive Gothic / Renaissance revival occasional armchairs featuring ornate high relief pierced design with turned legs and posts over casters.
The Gothic Revival styl...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Gothic Revival Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
One Throne Dining Armchair
Located in Pasadena, TX
Oversize chairs.
Wood frame with Rosewood finish. Silk fabric upholstery.
This ad is for 1
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Edwardian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Set Dining Chairs Barley Twist Renaissance Revival Throne, Turn of the Century
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
chairs 2 armchairs throne-type, turn of the century.
Spanish or Spanish Renaissance Revival style dining
Category
Antique 19th Century Spanish Renaissance Revival Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Chestnut
H 42.52 in W 25.99 in D 21.66 in
SIX FRENCH 1880 HARDWOOD HAND CARVED SPHINX ANTiQUE SALON DINING THRONE CHAIRS
Located in GB
six French Mahogany, hand carved Salon / Dining chairs to include a pair of Sphinx carved throne
Category
Antique 1880s French High Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
H 36.62 in W 18.71 in D 24.02 in
Set of 6 Throne Inspired Pine and Rush Dining Chairs with Turned Finials
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 Charlotte Perriand Inspired throne-like pine and rush dining chairs. In original condition
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Pine
H 40.25 in W 17.75 in D 19.88 in
Bosteels Meubelen sculptural dining chairs in walnut Belgium 1960
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Fantastic and unique set of six dining chairs designed and manufactured by Bosteels Meubelen in
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Antique Vanleigh Carved Oak Italian Renaissance Style Throne Dining Side Chair
By Vanleigh Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Vanleigh Furniture New York Carved Oak Italian Renaissance Style Throne Dining Side Chair
Category
Antique Early 1900s Renaissance Side Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 41.5 in W 23.5 in D 22.5 in
Hans Wegner CH23 Dining Chairs Carl Hansen & Son, Denmark, Set of 8
By Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Culver City, CA
etched in the annals of design history, and his CH23 dining chair is his just 1 of his legendary
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
Suite of 10 Carolean Dining Chairs with Crocodile Alligator Patina Leather Ten
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite suite of handmade in Italy Carolean dining chairs
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 39.97 in W 19.1 in D 22.45 in
B&B Italia Flair O' Swivel Dining Chair in Forest Green Satin - Available Now
By B&B Italia
Located in Tulsa, OK
The Flair O' Swivel Dining Chair, designed by Monica Armani for B&B Italia, is a small domestic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 28.75 in W 23 in D 23.375 in
George Montague Ellwood, Made by J S Henry, a Pair of Matching Oak Dining Chairs
By J.S. Henry, George Montague Ellwood
Located in London, GB
George Montague Ellwood. Made by J S Henry.
A pair of matching oak dining chairs with throne like
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 18 in W 16 in D 18 in
George Montague Ellwood. Made by J S Henry. A rare set of ten oak dining chairs.
By J.S. Henry, George Montague Ellwood
Located in London, GB
George Montague Ellwood. Made by J S Henry.
A rare set of eight Arts and Crafts oak dining chairs
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 39.38 in W 14.38 in D 17.33 in
Paul McCobb Style Spindle Chairs
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six dining chairs, four armless, 2 throne chairs, with spindle backs. Closely resembling the
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Harvey Probber Set of Eight Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of eight dining chairs designed by Harvey Probber. Four side chairs and two throne chairs.
Side
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
ARPEGGIO/A Solid Oak Wood Brown Leather Upholstered Dining Armchair
By Fratelli Boffi
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
timeless elegance. The designers seamlessly blend different eras and styles, creating a chair that
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Oak
Hand-Painted Cat Chair, 1990s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Meet the perfect throne for feline enthusiasts and art connoisseurs alike! This hand-painted, one
Category
1990s Folk Art Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Helge Sibast Designed Set of 8 Chairs
By Helge Sibast, Sibast
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 8 model 422 dining chairs designed by Helge Sibast. Long spindle backs with rounded head
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Pair of Os de Mouton Arm Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
Handsome and generously throne sized French Provincial Louis XIII style Os de Mouton (sheep's horn
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Country Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather, Velvet
Set of 4 sculptural Italian chairs in pine
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of four minimalist chairs with architectural lines and burnt pine finish in the spirit of
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Pine
Antique High Back Wooden Throne Chair with Richly Hand-Carved Back and Skirt
Located in Yonkers, NY
A high back wooden "Throne" chair from the 19th century with richly carved back and skirt. This
Category
Antique 19th Century Indian Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 54.75 in W 25.25 in D 21.5 in
Orange Leather Tucroma Chairs by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Signed, New
By Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Currently, the most coveted dining chairs by interior designers are 'Tucroma' chairs by Guido
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 33 in W 20.75 in D 26 in
Eight Emerald Green Leather Tucroma Chairs by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, New
By Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chairs and would look so amazing with a marble or travertine dining table, such as designs by Angelo
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 33 in W 20.75 in D 26 in
Gold Finish Special Edition 'Tucroma' Chair by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, New
By i4 Mariani, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Currently, the most coveted dining chairs by interior designers are 'Tucroma' chairs by Guido
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 33 in W 20.75 in D 26 in
Brand New Black Leather Tucroma Chairs by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Signed
By Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Currently, the most coveted dining chairs by interior designers are 'Tucroma' chairs by Guido
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 33 in W 20.75 in D 26 in
Eight Black Leather Tucroma Chairs by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Brand New
By i4 Mariani, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The most coveted dining chairs by interior designers are 'Tucroma' chairs by Guido Faleschini for
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 33 in W 20.75 in D 26 in
Six Black Leather Tucroma Chairs by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Brand New
By i4 Mariani, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The most coveted dining chairs by interior designers are 'Tucroma' chairs by Guido Faleschini for
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 33 in W 20.75 in D 26 in
Eight Black Leather Tucroma Chairs by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Brand New
By Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The most coveted dining chairs by interior designers are 'Tucroma' chairs by Guido Faleschini for
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 33 in W 20.75 in D 26 in
Decorative High Back Chair In Walnut And Leather, France 1960s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Decorative High Back chair in walnut and leather.This high back possesses a decorative charm with a
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Brand New Emerald Green Leather Tucroma Chairs by Guido Faleschini for Mariani
By i4 Mariani, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Consider using as a throne chair, lounge chair, side chair, occasional chair, consider even for a dressing
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 33 in W 20.75 in D 26 in
Brand New Emerald Green Leather Tucroma Chairs by Guido Faleschini for Mariani
By i4 Mariani, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Consider using as a throne chair, lounge chair, side chair, occasional chair, consider even for a dressing
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 33 in W 20.75 in D 26 in
'2' Restored Vintage Witco Conquistador Tiki Throne Chairs in Original Red Fur
By William Westenhaver / Witco, Witco
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Pair of restored Witco Conquistador tiki throne chairs in original red fur. These chairs are
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 59.5 in W 28.25 in D 23.75 in
Oak Victorian or Gothic Revival Ecclesiastical His & Hers Throne Chairs a Pair
Located in Topeka, KS
& Hers Throne Chairs comprised of oak frames with black and gold details, red hopsacking fabric on backs
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Gothic Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Paint
H 67 in W 25 in D 27 in
Vintage Witco Tiki King Throne Hand-Carved Highback Chairs in Faux Leopard Fur
By William Westenhaver / Witco, Witco
Located in Chattanooga, TN
with arms, Witco cat and a Witco dining table with matching chairs. All of these pieces are sold
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 54.25 in W 19 in D 23 in
Hand Carved High Back Witco Tiki Throne King Chairs in Faux Leopard Fur
By William Westenhaver / Witco, Witco
Located in Chattanooga, TN
cat and a Witco dining table with matching chairs. All of these pieces are sold separate. Contact us
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 59.5 in W 28.25 in D 23.75 in
Cowhide Leather Tucroma Armchair by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, New
By i4 Mariani, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Currently, the most coveted dining chairs by interior designers are 'Tucroma' chairs by Guido
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Cowhide Leather Tucroma Armchairs by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, New
By Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Currently, the most coveted dining chairs by interior designers are 'Tucroma' chairs by Guido
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 33 in W 20.75 in D 26 in
Black Hair-On-Hide 'Tucroma' Armchair by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, New
By i4 Mariani, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Currently, the most coveted dining chairs by interior designers are 'Tucroma' chairs by Guido
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 33 in W 20.75 in D 26 in
Special Edition 'Tucroma' Armchair by Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Signed, New
By i4 Mariani, Guido Faleschini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Currently, the most coveted dining chairs by interior designers are 'Tucroma' chairs by Guido
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 33 in W 20.75 in D 26 in
Set of 8 Dining Chairs Louis XV Style in Copper Clad, Club Chair by P. Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Louis XV set of 8 dining chairs is designed by the renowned designer Paul Mathieu. He chose the
Category
2010s Indian Louis XV Chairs
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Sheet Metal, Copper
H 33 in W 27 in D 26 in
Dining Room Sets in Louis XV Style, Set of 6 Chairs & Louis XV Dining Room Table
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
Dining room sets in Louis XV Style with a set of 6 chairs & a Louis XV Dining Room Table is
Category
2010s Indian Louis XV Dining Room Sets
Materials
Bronze, Sheet Metal
H 30 in W 36 in D 72 in
Dining Room Sets in Louis XV Style, Set of 4 Chairs & Louis XV Dining Room Table
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
Dining room sets in Louis XV Style with a set of 4 chairs & a Louis XV dining room table is
Category
2010s Indian Louis XV Dining Room Sets
Materials
Bronze, Sheet Metal
H 30 in W 36 in D 72 in
Rare and Important Pair of Dutch Colonial Carved Side Chairs
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The ebonized chairs with shaped and carved crest rails with leaves and center fruit basket motifs
Category
Antique 19th Century Dutch Colonial Side Chairs
Materials
Ebony
Set of 4 Restored Vintage Witco Conquistador Tiki Chairs in Original Red Fur
By Witco, William Westenhaver / Witco
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Set of four restored Witco Conquistador tiki throne chairs in original red fur. This set of four
Category
Vintage 1960s American Medieval Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 59.5 in W 28.25 in D 23.75 in
'Titan' Oversized Club Chairs by Olivier Gagnère in Mohair, Leather, and Bronze
By Olivier Gagnère
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this pair of oversized throne chairs. The combination of mohair and leather is simply exquisite. The
Category
1990s French Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Bronze
H 30 in W 45.5 in D 35.25 in
20th Century Extendable Oakwood Dining Table by Josef Hoffmann, AT ca. 1905
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Hoffmann dining room chairs set of 6 in our collection (see last picture, Ref. ID: WW-JH1) and get in touch
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Dining Room Tables
Materials
Aluminum
H 29.92 in W 47.05 in D 37.01 in
J S Henry Arts & Crafts oak dining chair with throne like caps & a sweeping back
By J.S. Henry, George Montague Ellwood
Located in London, GB
George Montague Ellwood. Made by J S Henry. An Arts and Crafts oak dining chair with throne like
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Armchairs
Materials
Oak
H 42.52 in W 22.84 in D 20.48 in
PAIR SET Antique French Hall Bench Gothic Revival Throne Altar Chairs Carved Oak
Located in Shreveport, LA
PAIR SET Antique French Hall Bench Gothic Revival Throne Altar Chairs Carved Oak.
Direct from
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Benches
Materials
Oak
H 65 in W 26 in D 20 in
Toribio & Alcira Pair of Thrones by Cristián Mohaded
By Cristian Mohaded
Located in Córdoba, X
Pair of country-style chairs/thrones created in the northern Argentine bush with native carob wood
Category
2010s Argentine Art Deco Vases
Materials
Wood
Handmade Stainless Steel Chair by Anadora Lupo
By Anadora Lupo
Located in Timisoara, RO
105 cm, W 100 cm, H 85 cm
Materials
Stainless steel, iron.
Limited edition
“Throne” is limited
Category
2010s Balkan Modern Stools
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Azucena Catilina Upholstered Stool by Luigi Caccia Dominioni
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Novedrate, IT
Sergio Catilina, after whom the chair is named. In turn, the chair harks back to medieval thrones or the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools
Materials
Leather
Pair of Neoclassical Style Steel Curule Garden Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
finish. Sold as a pair. Also known as throne chairs, Savonarola chairs, or Dante chairs.
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Phyllis Morris Original Poodle Table Lamp, Signed, Blue, 1952 Hollywood Regency
By Phyllis Morris
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, impersonal, mass-produced ‘modern look’ with uniquely extravagant, handmade designs, such as throne chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Clay
‘Let Me Talk’ Assemblage Chandelier, Lionel Jadot, Belgium, 2020
By Lionel Jadot
Located in Antwerp, BE
, they invite for different types of conversation. The seats, chairs, thrones all make us think of our
Category
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Other
Mid-20th Century Handmade Tibetan Throw Rug
Located in New York, NY
the 19th century. Ningxia also wove shaped and rectangular small rugs for saddle underlays, chair
Category
Mid-20th Century Tibetan Modern Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Handmade Mongolian Art Deco Style Room Size Carpet In Neutral
Located in New York, NY
and rectangular small rugs for saddle underlays, chair (“throne”) seats and shaped backs, pillar
Category
Early 20th Century Mongolian Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Handmade Chinese Art Deco Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
saddle underlays, chair (“throne”) seats and shaped backs, pillar carpets with dragons or monks for
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
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Throne Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the throne dining chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, animal skin and leather, every throne dining chair was constructed with great care. There are 30 variations of the antique or vintage throne dining chair you’re looking for, while we also have 15 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect throne dining chair — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right throne dining chair, those designed in modern, Art Deco and mid-century modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made throne dining chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani and Henry Olko are consistently popular.
How Much is a Throne Dining Chair?
The average selling price for a throne dining chair at 1stDibs is $3,863, while they’re typically $405 on the low end and $42,000 for the highest priced.
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 Throne Dining Chair
- What are throne chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Throne chairs are sometimes called by the Latin word for chair, cathedra. Most often, you will simply see them referred to as thrones. Furniture makers have produced thrones for rulers and religious figures in various forms since ancient times. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of throne chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The difference between a throne and a chair is their purpose. A chair is a piece of furniture designed to seat anyone, while a throne usually is a highly decorative chair reserved for a monarch like an emperor, king or queen. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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, 2021Choosing 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, 2022The 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, 2022Dining 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, 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.
- 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2021To 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, 2023To 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.
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