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Mod Cantilevered Dining Armchairs
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Set of four mod cantilevered dining armchairs with polished chrome frame, newly upholstered resist
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Dining Chairs mod 213 by Thomas Harlev Denmark
By Thomas Harlev, Farstrup
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Step into the world of midcentury design with this stunning pair of Model 213 dining chairs by the
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
Børge Mogensen mod. 3238 Dining Oak Leather Chairs Denmark, 1970
By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen
Located in Vienna, AT
Wonderful set of 6 dining chairs by - Børge Mogensen Mod. 3238 for Fredericia Furniture, 1970 + 6
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
MCM Chrome Tubular Mod Cantilever Dining Chairs by Gastone Rinaldi, Set of 4
By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Tubular Mod Cantilever dining chairs by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima - Set of
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 32 in W 19.5 in D 22 in
Danish Oak and Leather Dining Chairs Mod. 178 by Johannes Andersen for Bramin
By Johannes Andersen, Bramin Mobler
Located in Vienna, AT
This rare set of organic shaped four Scandinavian Modern iak dining chairs is designed by Johannes
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 30.71 in W 18.51 in D 18.12 in
Set of 6 Mod Cantilevered Dining Chairs w/ Black Frames and New Gray Upholstery
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 Mod cantilevered dining chairs with black frames and newly upholstered seats in dark grey
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 30 in W 20.5 in D 21 in
Six Black Arne Jacobsen Dining chairs Mod. 3107 for Fritz Hansen Denmark 1964
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Vienna, AT
The Series 7 chairs, also known as Model 3107, are a masterpiece of mid-century design. Created by
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
Midcentury Set of 7 Dining Chairs Mod 101 by Frattini for Cassina, Italy, 1960
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Midcentury set of 7 dining room chairs mod. 101 by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, Italy, 1960
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 18.12 in
Set of 4 1970's Mod Ate van Apeldoorn Style Square Frame Pine Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970's Mod Ate van Apeldoorn style boxy square frame pine dining chairs with slanted armrests. One
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Pine
H 30.25 in W 19.75 in D 20 in
Niels O. Møller Chairs Mod.84 / New Upholstered
By Neils O. Möller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Handewitt, DE
Niels O. Møller dining chairs in solid oak. New upholstered with purple Kvadrat fabric by Nanna
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Gastone Rinaldi Mod. ‘Du 26 G’ Chairs for Rima, Italy 1956
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Pirelli rubber straps are renewed as well for the best comfort. Very nice dining or office chairs which
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Italian modern Leather chairs mod CAB 414 by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1980s
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Leather chairs mod CAB 414 by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1980s
Set of fantastic
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 32.49 in W 18.9 in D 16.93 in
Marko S201 Ynske Kooistra Dining Room Chairs
By Ynske Kooistra, Marko
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Wonderfull designed chairs by Ynske Kooistra for Marko in the 60s
Compass shape legs.
This design
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Ico Parisi for Cassina Mod.110 Dining Chair
By Ico Parisi, Cassina
Located in Naples, IT
Chair model 110 designed by Ico Parisi for Cassina on 1955 in solid wood. The chair is in really
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mario Bellini Vintage Chocolate Brown Leather Dining Chairs Cassina 1970s Italy
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Vienna, AT
Mario Bellini vintage set of six dining chairs or armchairs Mod. Cab 413 from high quality leather
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.5 in W 22.64 in D 20.87 in
Art Deco H-214 Dining Chairs by Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody
By Up Závody, Jindrich Halabala
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Set of four walnut dining chairs, mod. H-214, designed by Jindrich Halabala for Up Zavody in very
Category
Vintage 1950s Slovak Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 'Dialogo Dessau' Dining Chairs
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 'Dialogo Dessau' dining chairs, chromed metal, plastic, Italy
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 'Dialogo Dessau' Dining Chairs
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 'Dialogo Dessau' dining chairs, chromed metal, plastic, Italy
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 'Dialogo Dessau' Dining Chairs
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 'Dialogo Dessau' dining chairs, chromed metal, plastic, Italy
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Set of Six Danish Modern Niels Moller No. 75 Teak Dining Chairs
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Medina, OH
Beautiful set of 6 Niels Moller mod. 75 chairs for J.L. Moller, Denmark. This set has been fully
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Jean Prouvé Chaise mod. Standard dite "Tout Bois", France 1941
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Hønefoss, 30
" CHAIR BY JEAN PROUVE - 1941
H : 82 cm W: 41 cm D: 52 cm
Bibliographie : "Jean Prouvé", Éditions
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Plywood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Set of Eight 'Dialogo' Dining Chairs
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, set of eight ‘Dialogo’ dining chairs, black lacquered wood
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Wood
Set of 6 Mid Century Dining Chairs, Turquoise Velvet by Dettinger, Germany
By Ernst Martin Dettinger
Located in Andernach, DE
This chair was exhibited 1959 as "Mod. 5659" in Germany at the Cologne Furniture Exhibition, this
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Birch
H 38.19 in W 18.51 in D 20.87 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Set of Six 'Dialogo' Dining Chairs
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, set of six ‘Dialogo’ dining chairs, black lacquered wood
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Wood
Set of Six Ant Dining Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Vienna, AT
Set of six early ant chairs desingen in 1952 in Denmark by Arne Jacobsen Mod. 3100 for Fritz Hansen
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Six Dining Side Chairs by Kai Kristiansen for Magnus Olesen, Denmark
By Arne Vodder, Magnus Olesen, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful set of six dining chairs mod. 301 designed by Kai Kristiansen and produced by Magnus
Category
20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 28.75 in W 20.87 in D 19.69 in
Set of 4 Ico Parisi Cassina Dining Chairs newly upholstered in blue fabric
By Cassina, Ico Parisi
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of 4 Ico Parisi Mod 814 Arm Chairs for Cassina in New Kvadrat Tonus Fabric. One of the four
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 33.86 in W 22.45 in D 21.66 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto 'New Harmony' Set of Six Dining Chairs
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, 'New Harmony' set of six dining chairs, walnut, fabric, leather
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Walnut
H 31.5 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Scandinavian Modern Mod. 57 Teak and Papercord Armchair by Niels Otto Moller
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
This Scandinavian Modern Mod. 57 teak dining armchair was designed by Niels Otto Moller 1959 and
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Teak
H 30.71 in W 22.84 in D 19.69 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Set of Six '121' Dining Chairs in Red Brown Leather
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, set of six dining chairs model ‘121’, walnut, cognac leather
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 31.7 in W 18.71 in D 21.86 in
Ico Parisi Mod 110, Italian Walnut and Leather Dining Chairs 1959
By Ico Parisi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian walnut and leather dining chairs by Ico Parisi for Brugnoli, 1959, set of four.
Mod. 110
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Set 12 chairs Afra & Tobia Scarpa mod. Africa - Gruppo Unico, 80/90
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Manzano, IT
Set 12 sedie Afra & Tobia Scarpa mod. Africa - Gruppo Unico, 80/90
Stile
Vintage
Periodo del design
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Ico Parisi Mid-Century Modern Italian Mahogany Dining Chairs, 1960s
By Ico Parisi, Figli di Amadeo Cassina
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Six chairs mod. 110 by Ico Parisi. Italy, 1961. Produced by Sons of Amedeo Cassina, Meda. Mahogany
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Leather
H 32.68 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Set of Eight 'Monk' Dining Chairs in Leather and Ash
By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, set of eight 'Monk' dining chairs, ash, black lacquered wood and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Ash
H 29.53 in W 20.36 in D 18.12 in
Set of 6 Danish Dining Chairs by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia in Oak, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner, Fredericia, Børge Mogensen
Located in Berlin, DE
A very beautiful set of 6, 4 side chairs Mod. BM 61 and 2 armchairs Mod. BM62, designed by Børge
Category
20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
H 29.53 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in
MCM Chromcraft Ribbed Black Vinyl Faux Leather & Chrome Dining Chairs Set of 6
By Chromcraft
Located in Topeka, KS
& chrome dining chairs set of 6. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 34 in W 16 in D 20 in
Vintage MCM Keller Furniture Oak Valkerie ii Dining Chairs by Edmond J Spence
By Edmond J. Spence, Keller
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Mid-Century Modern Keller furniture Valkerie II Line dining or side chairs by
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
H 33 in W 18.5 in D 21 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Set of Four 'Monk' Dining Chairs in Red Leather and Ash
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, set of four 'Monk' dining chairs, ash, leather, Italy, 1974.
The
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Ash
H 29.53 in W 20.28 in D 18.31 in
Mario Bellini for Cassina Cab Dining Chair Mod.412, Italy, 1978
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Naples, IT
leather. The bottom of the chairs bears the inscription - Cassina.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Danish Teak Dining Chairs Mod. 78 by Niels Otto Möller
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
Iconic Danish modern Pair of teak dining chairs Mod. 78 with Textile cord seats designed by Niels
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Textile, Teak
Set of Four Yellow Ion Dining Chairs by Gideon Kramer for the Space Needle
By Gideon Kramer
Located in Kansas City, MO
feet. All in very good condition. These bright, mod, rare ion chairs are the best set on the market
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco H-214 Dining Chairs by Jindrich Halabala for UP Závody, 1950s, Set of 4
By Up Závody, Jindrich Halabala
Located in Żory, PL
Set of four walnut dining chairs, mod. H-214, designed by Jindrich Halabala for Up Zavody
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
H 32.29 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Italian 0414 Dining Armchair Set of 6
Located in Boston, MA
0414 armchair designed by Studio G&R.
Armchair with black lacquered open pore (Mod.Layer) ash
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Iron Scroll Chair By Arthur Umanoff, 1960s
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sit like royalty in this Iron Scroll Chair by Arthur Umanoff from the swinging 1960s. It's got
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Afra & Tobia Scarpa ‘Benetton’ Chair in Leather and Steel
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Benetton Office, chair, brass, leather, steel, Italy, 1985.
This chair is
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Italian modern Brown leather Chairs Irma by Castiglioni for Zanotta, 1970s
By Achille Castiglioni, Zanotta
Located in MIlano, IT
Set of 4 chairs mod. Irma in red-brown leather and black painted steel. The shaped and leather-covered
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 35.83 in W 15.75 in D 17.72 in
Italian modern Black wood and metal Chairs Lariana by Terragni for Zanotta, 1980
By Giuseppe Terragni, Zanotta
Located in MIlano, IT
4 chairs mod. Lariana with a curved rectangular backrest and shaped seat in black painted wood. The
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 31.5 in W 16.93 in D 23.63 in
Carlo Scarpa Walnut and Black Leather Chairs for Bernini, Italy, 1977
By Bernini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Sacile, PN
Carlo Scarpa walnut and black leather chairs mod. 1934/765 for Bernini, 1977.
765 is planned by
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 36.23 in W 16.93 in D 16.15 in
Ettore Sottsass Model "Lodge" Italian 1986 Set of Six Chairs
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of 6 chairs mod. "Lodge" designed by Ettore Sottass and produced by Bieffeplast. Structure made
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Italian Modern red metal ABS Folding Chairs Plia Piretti Anonima Castelli, 1970s
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Folding chairs mod. Plia in red metal and trasparent abs by Giancarlo Piretti for
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.53 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
Italian Modern Gruppo Chairs, De Pas, D'Urbino & Lomazzi for Bellato, Italy 80s
By Gionathan de Pas & Donato D’Urbino & Paolo Lomazzi
Located in Lucija, SI
Bellato in 1979.
Chairs mod. Group with light wood structure with square section legs and curved seat and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 29.53 in W 19.3 in D 17.72 in
Italian mid-century modern wood wicker chairs Bermuda by La Rinascente, 1960s
By La Rinascente
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern wood and wicker chairs Bermuda by La Rinascente, 1960s.
Set of 5 chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Wood
H 29.34 in W 19.1 in D 16.54 in
Italian Modern Black Steel Chairs Omstak by Rodney Kinsman Bieffeplast, 1970s
By Bieffeplast, Rodney Kinsman
Located in MIlano, IT
chairs mod. Omstak, with black painted steel rod structure. The seat and back in black painted metal have
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 29.53 in W 22.05 in D 17.72 in
Tobia & Afra Scarpa for Molteni Set of Six 'Monk' Chairs in Leather
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, set of six 'Monk' dining chairs, walnut, leather, Italy, 1974
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 29.14 in W 20.48 in D 18.31 in
Italian Modern Black Metal Leather Chairs Moka by Asnago Vender Flexoform, 1939
By Mario Asnago
Located in MIlano, IT
of chairs mod. Moka with square seat in black leather, held taut by a series of elastic straps. The
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 37.01 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Italia Modern Black Leather Steel Chair Libellula by Carini for Planula, 1970s
By Giovanni Carini, Planula
Located in MIlano, IT
Italia modern Black leather and steel Chair Libellula by Giovanni Carini for Planula, 1970s
Chair
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 28.75 in W 17.33 in D 18.9 in
Set of 6 Chairs Designed by Carlo de Carli for Cassina, Walnut, Red Vinyl
By Cassina, Carlo De Carli
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 6 chairs Mod. 693, Designed by Carlo de Carli for Cassina.
All original condition. Solid
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut
H 33.75 in W 18 in D 18.5 in
Italian Modern Black Light Blue Metal Chair La Tonda by Mario Botta Alias, 1980s
By Mario Botta, Alias
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern black and light blue metal chair mod. la Tonda by Mario Botta for Alias, 1980s
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30.52 in W 24.81 in D 20.08 in
Italian Modern Black Chairs Toscana by Sartogo and Grenon for Saporiti, 1980s
By Nathalie Grenon, Saporiti
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Black chairs Toscana by Sartogo and Grenon for Saporiti, 1980s
Set of 4 chairs mod
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Velvet, Wood
H 33.08 in W 18.12 in D 20.08 in
Danish modern Black wood Chairs 7 Series by Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1970s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in MIlano, IT
Danish modern Black wood Chairs 7 Series by Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1970s
Set of 4 danish chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30.91 in W 18.12 in D 17.33 in
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Mod Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of mod dining chairs available for sale. Each of these unique mod dining chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. Mod dining chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Mod dining chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many mod dining chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik and Bernini produced popular mod dining chairs that are worth a look.
How Much are Mod Dining Chairs?
Prices for mod dining chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, mod dining chairs begin at $695 and can go as high as $18,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,316.
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 Mod Dining 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.
- 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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