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Century Furniture Traditional Dining Chairs, Set of 8
By Century Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Century Furniture traditional dining chairs - Set of 8 Each chair measures: 25 wide x 23 deep x
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Eight Traditional Dining Chairs from Spain, Mahogany
Located in Houston, TX
Handsome traditional style chairs mid century with shell carving at the crest and the knees of the
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Six French Louis XIII Walnut Turned Legs Side Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
traditional dining chairs are in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, and adorn a rich oak
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Swiss Handmade Farm House Carved Dining Chairs, Horgen-Glarus, 2 pcs
By Horgen-Glarus
Located in Madison, WI
Absolutely stunning RARE pair of 2 Swiss Solid wood farm house traditional dining chairs, handmade
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Folk Art Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Set 6 John Widdicomb traditional Regency Dining Chairs
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for accurate shipping to your location. Set of 6 Regency chairs by
Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

8 Vintage Baker Furniture Traditional Mahogany Contemporary Dining Chairs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of eight vintage Baker Furniture dining chairs. The side chairs feature an oval back with
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Traditional Regency Style Carved Dining Chairs By Bernhardt - S/8
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a set of regency style carved dining chairs by Bernhardt. The sleek expresso finish lends
Category

1990s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rustic Natural Log Frame Dining Chairs with Traditional Serape Blanket Upholster
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Rustic natural log frame dining chairs with traditional serape or jorango blanket
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Rustic Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Traditional Upholstered Dining Chair with Brass Handle by Martin and Brockett
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Martin and Brockett Hale chair has a fully upholstered curved back, without nailhead trim. Oak
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Traditional Upholstered Hale Dining Chair with Brass by Martin and Brockett
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin & Brockett’s Hale Chair features a fully upholstered, curved back with saber legs and an
Category

2010s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Traditional Upholstered Dining Chair with Brass Handle by Martin and Brockett
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Martin and Brockett Hale chair has a fully upholstered curved back, without nailhead trim. Oak
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Eight New Traditional Mahogany Adams Style Inlaid Dining Chairs by Leighton Hall
By Leighton Hall Furniture
Located in Suwanee, GA
These are new traditional mahogany dining chairs. Their design was inspired by dining chairs from
Category

2010s Philippine Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Traditional Old English Carved Hepplewhite Sheild Dining Chairs-Set of 6
Located in west palm beach, FL
A spectacular set of six vintage Old English dining chairs. Made in a Devon, England by the RB Lane
Category

Late 20th Century British Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

One Hickory Furniture Traditional Arm Dining Side Chair
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Pasadena, TX
Hickory One Hickory Furniture Traditional armchair Suitable for dining or guest usage, these
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Revival Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

1950's Vintage Mid Century Traditional style Carved Dining Chairs Set of 6
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Set of 6 c1950's Vintage chippendale style Dining Chairs. Masterfully carved. Miami Beach estate
Category

Vintage 1950s American Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Anastasia Dining Chair
By Koket
Located in Manassas, VA
. She surpasses the traditional elegance of a fully upholstered dining chair with the modern allure
Category

2010s Portuguese Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Anastasia Dining Chair
Anastasia Dining Chair
H 40 in W 26 in D 28 in
Brutalist Dining Chair
Located in Budapest, HU
This dining chair unites style and coziness, spreading a classic elegance. Boasting graceful lines
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Brutalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Brutalist Dining Chair
Brutalist Dining Chair
H 31.89 in W 16.54 in D 17.33 in
Akar Dining Chair
Located in Udaipur, IN
Akar Chair -The Akar chair is based on the traditional French cafe chair with a twist. The
Category

2010s Indian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Akar Dining Chair
Akar Dining Chair
H 36.5 in W 17.25 in D 17.25 in
Walnut & Leather Dining Chair
Located in Ballard, CA
The solid walnut classic dining or desk chair is hand-crafted with traditional joinery and is
Category

Early 2000s North American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Walnut & Leather Dining Chair
Walnut & Leather Dining Chair
H 35.75 in W 20 in D 18.5 in
French Ladderback Dining Chairs
Located in Westwood, NJ
sessions or serene moments alone. Versatile in design, the chair seamlessly blends traditional
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Country Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

French Ladderback Dining Chairs
French Ladderback Dining Chairs
H 36 in W 21 in D 22 in
Coastal Rattan Dining Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
. With its clean lines and natural materials, this dining chair seamlessly fits into both contemporary
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Coastal Rattan Dining Chair
Coastal Rattan Dining Chair
H 35 in W 20 in D 22 in
Shinto Dining Chairs - Persimmon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Shinto Dining Chair was designed as an ode to the traditional Japanese Torii Gate found at the
Category

2010s Turkish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Shinto Dining Chairs - Persimmon
Shinto Dining Chairs - Persimmon
H 31 in W 18.5 in D 19 in
Shinto Dining Chairs - Natural
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Shinto Dining Chair was designed as an ode to the traditional Japanese Torii Gate found at the
Category

2010s Japanese Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Shinto Dining Chairs - Natural
Shinto Dining Chairs - Natural
H 31 in W 18.5 in D 19 in
Midcentury Dining Chair, Teak
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Ballard, CA
Handcrafted with traditional joinery in teak for outdoor use. The Scandinavian midcentury chair is
Category

2010s American Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Midcentury Dining Chair, Teak
Midcentury Dining Chair, Teak
H 29 in W 18 in D 20 in
Contemporary Upholstered Dining Chair
By Sebastian Blakeley
Located in Loddiswell, Devon
both classic and modern interiors and works powerfully as either a dining chair or as a conference
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Streamlined Moderne Dining Room Ch...

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Upholstered Dining Chair
Contemporary Upholstered Dining Chair
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 24.81 in
French Ladderback Dining Chairs - Chestnut
Located in Westwood, NJ
sessions or serene moments alone. Versatile in design, the chair seamlessly blends traditional
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Country Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Temi Chair, Minimalist Taupe Velvet Dining Chair
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at six is a contemporary furniture design studio that works with traditional Chinese joinery
Category

2010s Chinese Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam

Temi Chair, Minimalist Mostaza Velvet Dining Chair
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at six is a contemporary furniture design studio that works with traditional Chinese joinery
Category

2010s Chinese Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam

Temi Chair, Minimalist Cream Velvet Dining Chair
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at six is a contemporary furniture design studio that works with traditional Chinese joinery
Category

2010s Chinese Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam

Contemporary Upholstered, Walnut Dining Chair
By Sebastian Blakeley
Located in Loddiswell, Devon
both classic and modern interiors and works powerfully as either a dining chair or as a conference
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Upholstered, Walnut Dining Chair
Contemporary Upholstered, Walnut Dining Chair
H 29.14 in W 21.26 in D 24.81 in
Temi Chair, Minimalist Black Velvet Dining Chair
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at six is a contemporary furniture design studio that works with traditional Chinese joinery
Category

2010s Chinese Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam

Temi Chair, Minimalist Teja Velvet Dining Chair
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at Six is a contemporary furniture design studio that works with traditional Chinese joinery
Category

2010s Chinese Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam

X Chair, Minimalist Cream Velvet Dining Chair
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at Six is a contemporary furniture design studio that works with traditional Chinese joinery
Category

2010s Chinese Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam

Temi Chair, Minimalist Blue Velvet Dining Chair
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at Six is a contemporary furniture design studio that works with traditional Chinese joinery
Category

2010s Chinese Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam

XVIII Century Style Dining Chair
By Hélène Aumont 1
Located in Ballard, CA
This hand-crafted chair is an XVIII Century reproduction with hand-turned legs, traditional joinery
Category

2010s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

XVIII Century Style Dining Chair
XVIII Century Style Dining Chair
H 37 in W 19.5 in D 20 in
Dining XVIII Century Style Chair
By Hélène Aumont 1
Located in Ballard, CA
This hand-joined chair is a XVIII century reproduction, with hand-turned legs and traditional
Category

2010s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Dining XVIII Century Style Chair
Dining XVIII Century Style Chair
H 42 in W 19 in D 19 in
Silhouette Dining Chair by InsidherLand
Located in Geneve, CH
Silhouette Dining Chair by InsidherLand Dimensions: D 53 x W 46 x H 87 cm. Materials: Wood
Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Silhouette Dining Chair by InsidherLand
Silhouette Dining Chair by InsidherLand
H 34.26 in W 18.12 in D 20.87 in
Figueroa Dining Chair by InsidherLand
Located in Geneve, CH
Figueroa Dining Chair by InsidherLand Dimensions: D 62 x W 56 x H 90 cm. Materials: Polished brass
Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Figueroa Dining Chair by InsidherLand
Figueroa Dining Chair by InsidherLand
H 35.44 in W 22.05 in D 24.41 in
Niemeyer Dining Chair by InsidherLand
Located in Geneve, CH
Niemeyer Dining Chair by InsidherLand Dimensions: D 65 x W 62 x H 83 cm. Materials: Fabric
Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Niemeyer Dining Chair by InsidherLand
Niemeyer Dining Chair by InsidherLand
H 32.68 in W 24.41 in D 25.6 in
Fernandine Dining Chair by InsidherLand
Located in Geneve, CH
Fernandine Dining Chair by InsidherLand Dimensions: D 62 x W 62 x H 70 cm. Materials: Oak finished
Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Fernandine Dining Chair by InsidherLand
Fernandine Dining Chair by InsidherLand
H 27.56 in W 24.41 in D 24.41 in
Grey Dining Chair by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
Grey dining chair by Collector Materials: upholstered in genuine Linea 645 leather, solid oak wood
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Oak

Grey Dining Chair by Collector
Grey Dining Chair by Collector
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 19.69 in
Arches Dining Chair by InsidherLand
Located in Geneve, CH
Arches Dining Chair by InsidherLand Dimensions: D 67 x W 59 x H 89 cm. Materials: Black lacquered
Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Arches Dining Chair by InsidherLand
Arches Dining Chair by InsidherLand
H 35.04 in W 23.23 in D 26.38 in
111 Dining Chair by Collector
Located in Geneve, CH
111 dining chair by Collector Materials: upholstered in genuine velve siege linen. Solid oak feet
Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

111 Dining Chair by Collector
111 Dining Chair by Collector
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 19.69 in
20th Century German Wooden Dining Chair
Located in High Point, NC
Introducing our exquisite 20th Century German Wooden Dining Chair, a timeless piece that
Category

20th Century German Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

20th Century German Wooden Dining Chair
20th Century German Wooden Dining Chair
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 23.6 in
Set of Eight 1980s Spanish Andalusian Traditional Wooden Flamenco Chairs
Located in Marbella, ES
Set of eight 1980s Spanish Andalusian traditional wooden Flamenco chairs.
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Classic Dining Chairs (Set of 2)
Located in Westwood, NJ
This chair features a wooden frame finished in a warm straw wash, providing both durability and a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Classic Dining Chairs (Set of 2)
Classic Dining Chairs (Set of 2)
H 37 in W 21 in D 20 in
Sister Dining Chair by Nick Sugihara
Located in Geneve, CH
Sister Dining Chair by Nick Sugihara Dimensions: W 38 x D 41 x H 84 cm (Dimensions may vary
Category

2010s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cherry

Sister Dining Chair by Nick Sugihara
Sister Dining Chair by Nick Sugihara
H 33.08 in W 14.97 in D 16.15 in
Sister Dining Chair by Nick Sugihara
Located in Geneve, CH
Sister Dining Chair by Nick Sugihara Dimensions: D 40.64 x W 38.1 x H 83.82 cm. Materials: Oiled
Category

2010s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cherry

Sister Dining Chair by Nick Sugihara
Sister Dining Chair by Nick Sugihara
H 33.01 in W 15.01 in D 16.01 in
Temi Chair, Minimalist Forest Green Velvet Dining Chair
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at Six is a contemporary furniture design studio that works with traditional Chinese joinery
Category

2010s Chinese Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Foam

Lupita Dining Chair by OHLA STUDIO
By Ohla Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Lupita Dining Chair by OHLA STUDIO Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 83 cm Materials: Polished Aluminum
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Lupita Dining Chair by OHLA STUDIO
Lupita Dining Chair by OHLA STUDIO
H 32.68 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Set of Four Bamboo Dining Chairs
Located in London, London
chairs. These chairs are versatile enough to be used in various settings, from dining rooms to casual
Category

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

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Set of Four Bamboo Dining Chairs
Set of Four Bamboo Dining Chairs
H 57.09 in W 19.3 in D 23.23 in
Neil Chair, Modern Wood and Leather Weave Dining Chair
By Phloem Studio
Located in Stevenson, WA
sometimes used in traditional Shaker chair seats and baskets. Neil’s turned legs splay into a tube backrest
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Found - Midi Dining Chair, Red Oak
By Found
Located in Montréal, QC
chair is to create an object that is free from all distraction, Minimalist, and timeless, allowing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Found - Midi Dining Chair, Red Oak
Found - Midi Dining Chair, Red Oak
H 29 in W 18 in D 18 in
Dining Venetian Chair with Cabriole Legs
By Hélène Aumont 1
Located in Ballard, CA
This reproduction of an antique Venetian chair is a hand-crafted model with traditional joinery
Category

2010s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Dining Venetian Chair with Cabriole Legs
Dining Venetian Chair with Cabriole Legs
H 40.5 in W 19.75 in D 19.5 in
Niemeyer Brass Dining Chair by InsidherLand
Located in Geneve, CH
Niemeyer Brass Dining Chair by InsidherLand Dimensions: D 65 x W 62 x H 83 cm. Materials: Fabric
Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Niemeyer Brass Dining Chair by InsidherLand
Niemeyer Brass Dining Chair by InsidherLand
H 32.68 in W 24.41 in D 25.6 in
Arches Dining Chair II by InsidherLand
Located in Geneve, CH
Arches Dining Chair II by InsidherLand Dimensions: D 67 x W 53 x H 89 cm. Materials: Black
Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Arches Dining Chair II by InsidherLand
Arches Dining Chair II by InsidherLand
H 35.04 in W 20.87 in D 26.38 in
Dining Chair Laje in Natural Wood
By Valter Costa Lima
Located in São Paulo, BR
production with lesser waste. Ultimately this versatile piece can be used as dining chair or even as a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

Dining Chair Laje in Natural Wood
Dining Chair Laje in Natural Wood
H 31.89 in W 24.02 in D 20.48 in
Pair of Don Shoemaker Dining Chairs
By Senal, Don S. Shoemaker
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Pair of Don Shoemaker dining chairs (F84C), original leather on the seat and back, reversible seat
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Granadillo

Pair of Don Shoemaker Dining Chairs
Pair of Don Shoemaker Dining Chairs
H 33.47 in W 20.08 in D 18.31 in
Upholstered Classic Dining Chairs (Set of 2)
Located in Westwood, NJ
sophistication. The ergonomic design makes this chair an ideal addition to any kitchen, bar, or dining area. With
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Ralph Lauren "Polo" 8 Dining Chair Suite
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is a sublime, immaculately-presented 8 Dining chair suite (consisting of
Category

2010s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Ralph Lauren "Polo" 8 Dining Chair Suite
Ralph Lauren "Polo" 8 Dining Chair Suite
H 44.1 in W 24.41 in D 24.41 in
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Traditional Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of traditional dining chairs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and mahogany, all traditional dining chairs available were constructed with great care. We have 8 antique and vintage traditional dining chairs in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of traditional dining chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Traditional dining chairs bearing Regency or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Leighton Hall Furniture, Broyhill and Hickory Chair Furniture Company each produced beautiful traditional dining chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Traditional Dining Chairs?

Prices for traditional dining chairs start at $475 and top out at $12,500 with the average selling for $4,596.
Questions About Traditional 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between dining chairs and accent chairs is primarily their function. Generally, dining chairs are used in dining areas, where they provide comfortable seating for people to use while eating at tables. You'll normally find accent chairs in seating areas and other parts of the home, where users can sit on them while they read, make conversation or enjoy other relaxing activities. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What the head dining chairs are called varies. With many dining room sets, the chairs designed to go at the heads or ends of the tables are flanked by arms. As a result, people often refer to them as dining armchairs or dining end chairs. If the chairs lack arms, they're usually described as end chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is antique, first look for markings that can help you identify the maker. You will normally find these under the seat. By using information published on trusted online resources, you can research the markings to learn who made the chair and when the maker was active. Any dining chair made 100 years ago or earlier is an antique. Another way to identify antique chairs is to examine their details closely. Most antique dining chairs are handmade, so you can expect to see subtle tool markings and slight irregularities. A lack of these characteristics may indicate that a dining chair is machine-made and less likely to be an antique. For assistance with dating your dining chairs, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match. 

  • 1stDibs 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 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 ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is good quality, first push on the backrest. Wobbling or creaking may indicate that a chair is poorly made. Next, look over every visible part of the frame. Good-quality dining chairs should display even finishes and tight-fitting joints. If the chair has upholstery, examine it for any gaps or wrinkles, which may suggest poor craftsmanship. Find a large selection of dining chairs 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 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
    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 ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell how old a dining room chair is, look for a stamp, brand, tag or label under its seat or on its legs. Some makers include dates of manufacture in their markings for easy reference. If your chair doesn't display a date, conduct research using online resources to try and determine its age. The model number, line name and maker's name can all provide useful starting points for researching a dining chair. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer date your piece. Explore a wide variety of dining chairs 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 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.

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This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet

Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.

Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?

From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.

Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing

The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.

Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire

What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.

Eileen Gray’s Famed Cliffside Villa in the South of France Is Returned to Its Modernist Glory

After years of diligent restoration, E-1027, the designer-cum-architect’s marriage of romance and modernism, is finally complete.

Light and Dwell Brings Elegance and Ease to an Oregon Wine Country Estate

Molly Kidd lets her affection for France shine through in a new-build home that has the character of a centuries-old villa but still feels light and fresh.