Tub Dining Room Chairs
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room ...
Brass
2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Dining Room Chairs
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs
Bentwood
2010s Canadian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Side Chairs
Leather, Sheepskin
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Side Chairs
Leather, Sheepskin
Vintage 1970s Australian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Chrome
1990s Austrian Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chairs
Velvet, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Foam, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1980s Regency Club Chairs
Cotton, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Brass, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Armchairs
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chaise Longues
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chaise Longues
Fabric
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Velvet, Wood
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Enamel, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
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Onyx, Brass
2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Console Tables
Travertine, Marble, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer, Wood
Antique 1890s German Dinner Plates
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chairs
Brass, Stainless Steel, Nickel
2010s Brazilian Modern Chairs
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Side Tables
Travertine
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Mid-20th Century South African Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Teak
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Dining Room Sets
Birdseye Maple
2010s American Side Chairs
Wood
20th Century European Loveseats
Velvet
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Upholstery, Walnut
Late 20th Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Cherry
Vintage 1930s English Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery
Antique 19th Century Swedish Dining Room Chairs
Wood, Upholstery
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Stainless Steel, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Velvet
Antique 1870s English Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery
Vintage 1950s Spanish Dining Room Chairs
Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Chrome
20th Century French Modern Dining Room Chairs
Fabric, Hardwood
Late 20th Century Philippine Dining Room Chairs
Rattan
Antique 1840s European Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Late 20th Century English Chinese Export Chairs
Beech
20th Century Art Deco Dining Room Sets
Late 20th Century Dining Room Sets
Mahogany, Satinwood, Wood
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables
Cane, Glass, Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Enamel, Steel
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Chrome, Steel
Late 20th Century Philippine Dining Room Sets
Rattan, Glass, Paint
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Dining Room Sets
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Lounge Chairs
Resin, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Aluminum, Steel
Vintage 1970s American Club Chairs
Vintage 1970s American Club Chairs
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Leather
20th Century Asian Stools
Brass
20th Century Asian Stools
Elm
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather
20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany, Velvet
Antique Mid-19th Century Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Faux Bamboo
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Wicker
Vintage 1960s American Regency Dining Room Chairs
Faux Bamboo, Cane
2010s British Modern Dining Room Chairs
Upholstery
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Rattan, Fabric, Wicker, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1960s American Rustic Dining Room Sets
Faux Leather, Formica, Oak
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Chrome
Early 20th Century American Armchairs
Chrome
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Stools
Bouclé, Oak
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Living Room Sets
Gold Leaf
20th Century Art Deco Armchairs
Bronze
20th Century Stools
Elm
20th Century Asian Stools
Elm
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Stools
Leather
20th Century Asian Rustic Stools
Elm
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chairs
Metal
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 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 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The 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.
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