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Set of 8 Tommi Parzinger American Mahogany & Chenille Tweed Dining Chairs
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
SET of 8 midcentury American lacquered mahogany dining chairs (2 armchairs, 6 side chairs) with
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Chenille, Mahogany, Lacquer
1970s Modern Dining Chairs Jasper Chair Co Orange Tweed Bentwood Seats Set of 8
By Jasper Furniture Company
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Modern Jasper Chair Company comprised of oak frames, golden orange tweed
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak, Bentwood
H 31.75 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
Set of 5 MCM Oak Dining Chairs with Original Tweed Fabric from Germany
By Jens Risom
Located in Southampton, NJ
This set of playfully-shaped dining chairs is unlike any other we've ever seen. Constructed of
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Kai Kristiansen Ivory Tweed Curved Back Teak Chair, Danish, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful midcentury chair, Kai Kristiansen’s iconic curved back chair Silhouette. Teak frame, seat
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Pair Arne Vodder Armchairs Dining Chair
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
hallmark of Danish design excellence. These chairs showcase the elegant simplicity and functionalism that
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Teak
Danish Modern Dining Chairs - Set of Six
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W19 D19 H33 SW16.5 SD17 SH18
Fully Restored Teak Dining Chairs with Fresh Upholstery. Chairs have
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Kai Kristiansen Ivory Tweed Curved Back Teak Chairs, Danish, 1960s, Pair of Two
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
Set of two beautiful midcentury chairs, Kai Kristiansen’s iconic curved back chair Silhouette. Teak
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Teak
H 29.5 in W 19.75 in D 19.75 in
Set of Four Swedish Midcentury Dining Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
MCM set of four Swedish modern high-back dining chairs in beech. The tall ergonomic backs slightly
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Set of Six Brass and Fabric Dining Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A glamorous set of six dining chairs from the 1970s. The chairs have been newly recovered in a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Four Chrome Post-Modern Dining Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Set of four polish chrome simple but elegant Postmodern dining chairs. The chairs seats have been
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Benny Linden Dining Chairs - Set of Six
By Benny A. Linden
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century set of six dining chairs designed by Benny Linden, Denmark. Made from Danish teak wood
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Teak
Set of Eight Dining Chairs Attributed to Ico Parisi
By Ico Parisi
Located in Stockton, NJ
A set of eight rare dining chairs attributed to Ico Parisi. Wonderful proportions and design
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Lane Rhythm Dining Chairs - Set of Eight
By Lane Furniture
Located in Raleigh, NC
Set of eight dining chairs by Lane Furniture. This set is a part of Lane’s coveted Rhythm
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Set of Four (4) Pretzel Chairs in Oak and Original Tweed Fabric, USA, c. 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
This set of playfully-shaped pretzel chairs is unlike any other we've ever seen. Constructed of
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 34.5 in W 22 in D 25 in
1960's Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Design Institute America
Located in Burbank, CA
Set of six vintage Mid-century Modern dining chairs for sale. Designed by famed designer Milo
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Paul Frankl Corset Dining Chairs for Johnson, Set of 8
By Paul Frankl
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare opportunity to acquire this stunning set of Paul Frankl Corset dining chairs by Johnson
Category
20th Century North American Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Set of 19th Century Mahogany Victorian Dining Chairs, circa 1860
Located in Faversham, GB
A set of six 19th century mahogany dining chairs from an English country house. In exceptional
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Organic Material, Mahogany
Mid Century MODERN DINING CHAIRS, Made in Denmark, Set of 4
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Set of four Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs, Made in Denmark. These chairs have curves in all the
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Set of 6 Danish Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs by Korup Stolefabrik
By Korup Stolefabrik
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition
Side Chairs:
37.50"H x 18.50"W x 21"D
Seat Height 18.50"
Arm Chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Set of 10 Custom Modern Dining Chairs in Glazier Whitewash Finish
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Set of 10 Moderno custom dining chairs. Upholstered in Fabricut Granite Tweed Ash finished in a
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Midcentury Danish Teak Dining Chairs by Arne Vodder for France & Daverkosen
By John Stuart, Arne Vodder, France & Daverkosen
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Rare and incredible set of six Mid-Century Modern Danish teak model 203 dining chairs by Arne
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
4 Scandinavian Modern Style Sun Furniture Teak & Oatmeal Fabric Dining Chairs
By Sun Cabinet
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely vintage Scandinavian Modern Sun Furniture teak & two-toned oatmeal tweed fabric dining
Category
Late 20th Century Thai Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 32.5 in W 19 in D 19.5 in
Danish Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Mobler
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional set of six matching dining chairs designed by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Mobler, made
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
H 35 in W 16 in D 17 in
Vintage Boho Polished Z Chrome Dining Chairs After Milo Baughman - Set of 8
By Milo Baughman
Located in west palm beach, FL
A spectacular set of vintage Boho pristine dining chairs. The iconic Z chair in polished chrome in
Category
Late 20th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 34.5 in W 20.5 in D 16 in
DYRLUND Mid 20th Century Rosewood Danish Modern Dining Side Chairs - Pair B
By Dyrlund
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Danish Modern dining side chairs by Dyrlund. Solid rosewood with curved backrest, multi
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
H 31.5 in W 20 in D 19.5 in
DYRLUND Mid 20th Century Rosewood Danish Modern Dining Side Chairs - Pair A
By Dyrlund
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Danish Modern dining side chairs by Dyrlund. Solid rosewood with curved backrest, multi
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
H 31.5 in W 20 in D 19.5 in
DYRLUND Mid 20th Century Rosewood Danish Modern Dining Side Chairs - Pair C
By Dyrlund
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Danish Modern dining side chairs by Dyrlund. Solid rosewood with curved backrest, multi
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
H 31.5 in W 20 in D 19.5 in
Paul McCobb for Calvin Walnut Dining Chairs with Caned Backs Directional , S/6
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1950s
Set of Paul McCobb for Calvin Walnut Dining Chairs with Caned Backs. Set includes two
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 36 in W 22.75 in D 23 in
Set of '10' Danish Solid Rosewood Dining Chairs by SAX, c. 1960's
Located in Norwalk, CT
Unveiling a truly remarkable set of (10) dining side chairs in solid rosewood, a testament to
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Scandinavian Modern Danish Rosewood Dining Chairs by Art Furn Set of 6
By Art Furn
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous Scandinavian modern Danish rosewood dining chairs by Art Furn including 4 side and 2
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen Mauve Pink Curved Back Dining Side Chairs, 1960s, Pair of Two
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
Set of two beautiful mid-century chairs, Kai Kristiansen’s iconic curved back chair silhouette
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Teak
H 29.5 in W 19.75 in D 19.75 in
Vintage Set of Eight Danish Ella Teak Tilt Back Dining Chairs by Arne Vodder
By Arne Vodder, Vamo Sonderborg
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern set of eight 'Ella' dining chairs designed by Arne Vodder for Vamo Sonderborg
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 31 in W 19.5 in D 22 in
Handsome Set of 6 Danish Benny Linden Teak Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By Benny A. Linden
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Exceptionally handsome set of six Danish modern teak dining chairs. Distinguishing features
Category
Vintage 1970s Thai Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
H 34.5 in W 19.5 in D 20 in
Four Teak Danish Style Mid Century Dining Chairs by D Scan c 1950/1960's
By D-Scan
Located in New York, NY
Chci architectural dining chairs, executed ninth Danis style but actually made in Singapore, circa
Category
Mid-20th Century Singaporean Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
10 Niels O. Møller Dining Chairs Model 71 by J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik in Denmark
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
10 teak dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Møller for J. L. Møllers Møbelfabrik. The model 71
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
H 31 in W 18 in D 19 in
Park Place Dining Chair by Yabu Pushelberg in Rose Copper and Jacquard Tweed
By George Yabu & Glenn Pushelberg
Located in Toronto, ON
This Park Place dining chair by Yabu Pushelberg in Rose Copper is upholstered in Rue Cambon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.53 in W 18.9 in D 17.33 in
Park Place Dining Chair by Yabu Pushelberg in Matte Black and Jacquard Tweed
By George Yabu & Glenn Pushelberg
Located in Toronto, ON
This Park Place dining chair by Yabu Pushelberg in black soft touch is upholstered in Rue Cambon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.53 in W 18.9 in D 17.33 in
Park Place Dining Chair by Yabu Pushelberg in Black Nickel and Jacquard Tweed
By George Yabu & Glenn Pushelberg
Located in Toronto, ON
This Park Place dining chair by Yabu Pushelberg in black nickel is upholstered in Rue Cambon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.53 in W 18.9 in D 17.33 in
Vintage Chrome Cantilever Chairs United Chair Co Style Steelcase Sold Separately
By Steelcase
Located in Topeka, KS
tweed fabric with button details. We have 99 chairs that we are selling separately. Beautiful condition
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 31.25 in W 24 in D 23 in
Kai Kristiansen Mauve Pink Curved Back Chair, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful midcentury chair, Kai Kristiansen’s iconic curved back chair Silhouette. Teak frame, seat
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Eric Wørts Model 112 Rosewood Cow Horn Chairs
By Erik Worts
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of elegant, Danish modern, model 112 chairs by Erik Wørts for Vamo Møbelfabrik feature
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen Style Reupholstered Curved Back Gray Teak Chair, Danish, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful midcentury chair in the style of Kai Kristiansen’s iconic Model 31 chair. Teak frame, new
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
H 29.5 in W 19 in D 18 in
Four Vintage Caned Cesca Style Chairs with Mauve Upholstered Seats
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Chattanooga, TN
his famous design. These chairs have neutral leaning, tweed-like mauve fabric seats. The chair backs
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Kai Kristiansen Style Reupholstered Curved Back Gray Chairs, 1960s, Pair of Two
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
. Great as side chairs or dining chairs. Comfortable.
Structurally sound, in good vintage condition
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak, Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet
H 29.5 in W 19 in D 18 in
Late 20th Century Gray & Chrome Cantilever Chairs Style Steelcase Set of 6
By Steelcase
Located in Topeka, KS
tweed fabric with button details. This listing is for a set of 6 chairs, although we do have more
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 31.25 in W 24 in D 23 in
Late 20th Century Gray & Chrome Cantilever Chairs Style Steelcase Set of 4
By Steelcase
Located in Topeka, KS
tweed fabric with button details. This listing is for a set of 4 chairs, although we do have more
Category
Late 20th Century American Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 31.25 in W 24 in D 23 in
Desk Chair in Teak by Kurt Østervig for International Designers, Denmark, 1960s
By Kurt Østervig, International Designers Group
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare, side/desk chair in teak by Kurt Østervig for International Designers, crafted
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 30.5 in W 20 in D 20 in
Reclaimed Teak Droplet Dining Chair
Located in London, GB
The Droplet dining chair is the perfect choice for the discerning homeowner who desires furniture
Category
2010s Indian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Reclaimed Wood
Mid Century Modern Knoll Cesca Armchairs- Set of 2
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Hollywood, FL
the renowned Italian designer, these chairs boast a modern style and are perfect for any modern living
Category
Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchairs in Custom Tan Tweed
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Culver City, CA
would make a lovely set, but they are indeed priced per chair**
Sort to the touch, the cotton tweed is
Category
Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
4 Metal Iron Regency Maitland Smith Style Dining Chairs
By Maitland Smith
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
to be a form of tweed. The chairs are perfect for and cafe table, kitchen table, small dining table
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Regency Side Chairs
Materials
Metal, Iron
Post Modern Office Desk Side Dining Chair by Steelcase
By Charles Pollock, Steelcase
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural, ergonomic design office, side desk, dining chairs by Steelcase. The chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Limed Oak Extending Dining Table and set of 6 Chairs
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Limed Oak Extending Dining Table and set of 6 Chairs
A very rare set, the splay legged table pulls
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Oak
Set of 6 Swivel Tilt Office Desk Dining Chairs After Saarinen C. 1970s
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional set of six vintage swivel, tilt office, desk, or dining chairs in original commercial
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pr. High Style Chairs Manufactured by Marble Imperial Design Att to Risom
By Jens Risom, Marble Imperial
Located in New York, NY
Chic and sophisticated pair of office, dining, occasional chairs made by Marble Imperial Furniture
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Late 20th Century Gray & Chrome Cantilever Chairs Style Steelcase Set of 12
By Steelcase
Located in Topeka, KS
tweed fabric with button details. This listing is for a set of 12 chairs, although we do have more
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 31.25 in W 24 in D 23 in
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Ladder Back Side Chair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
back frame with upholstered seat in mocha tweed. A great mid century modern chair for dining, desk or
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
1950's Mid-Century Modern Walnut Side Armchairs, a Pair
By Monteverdi-Young
Located in Burbank, CA
durable black tweed that goes well with the walnut. These chairs are really well built, and are very
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Danish Modern Bar Stools in Teak & Wool Tweed by Vamdrup Stolefabrik
By Erik Buch, Vamdrup Stolefabrik
Located in Norwalk, CT
Vamdrup Stolefabrik. Crafted in the 1960's, these fabulous chairs showcase the epitome of Scandinavian
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Wool, Teak
Barrel Chair Counter Stools Post Modern Preview, 1990
By Preview
Located in Chicago, IL
Barrell chair counter stools post modern preview, 1990. Newly upholstered in black and white woven
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
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Tweed Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal tweed dining chair for your home. Each tweed dining chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and hardwood. If you’re shopping for a tweed dining chair, we have 95 options in-stock, while there are 6 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer tweed dining chair, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A tweed dining chair made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. A well-made tweed dining chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Knoll, Steelcase and Erik Buch are consistently popular.
How Much is a Tweed Dining Chair?
Prices for a tweed dining chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $175 and can go as high as $20,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,195.
Finding the Right dining-room-chairs for You
No matter what your dream dining experience looks like, there is a wide-ranging variety of vintage, new and antique dining room chairs on 1stDibs. Find upholstered dining room chairs, wood dining room chairs and more to outfit any space designated for a good meal, be it in your home or in the great outdoors.
In the early 18th century, most dining room tables and other furniture was designed to look masculine. In America, dining rooms weren’t even much of a concept until the late 1700s, when a space set aside specifically for dining became a part of the construction of homes for the wealthy. Dining room chairs of the era were likely made of walnut or oak. In Europe, neoclassical dining chairs emerged during the 1750s owing to nostalgia for classical antiquity, while the curving chair crests of Queen Anne furniture in the United States preceded the artistically bold seat backs that characterized the Chippendale chairs that followed. If there weren't enough dining chairs at suppertime in the American colonies, men were prioritized and women stood.
In the dining rooms of today, however, there is enough space for everyone to have a seat at the table. Modern styles introduce innovative design choices that play with shape and style. Icons of mid-century modern dining room chairs are plentiful: With its distinctive bentwood back, there is the DCW dining chair by Charles and Ray Eames, while Hans Wegner's timeless classic, the Wishbone chair, remains relevant and elegant decades after its debut. Stefano Giovannoni's White Rabbit dining chairs, in their lovable polyethylene biomorphism, reinvent what dining can look like.
Today's wide range of dining room chairs also means that they can now be styled in different ways, bringing functionality and fun to any sumptuous dining space. No longer do tables have to be accompanied by a matching set of seats. Skillfully mixing and matching colors and designs allows you to showcase your personality without sacrificing the cohesion of a given space.
By furnishing your dining room with cozy chairs — vintage, antique or otherwise — family time can extend far beyond mealtime. The plush upholstery of Victorian-style dining room chairs is perfect for game nights that stretch from dinner to midnight snack. Outdoor tables and dining chairs can also present an excellent opportunity for bonding and eating — what goes better with a delicious meal than fresh air, anyway?
Whether you prefer your chairs streamlined and stackable or ornate and one of a kind, the offerings on 1stDibs will elevate your mealtime and beyond.
Questions About Tweed Dining Chair
- 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 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 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 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.
- 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 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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