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Dining Room Chairs For Sale
Item type: Antique and Vintage
Color:  Black
Two Chairs by Giovanni Carini for Planula in Steel and Leather, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Two dining chairs, designed by Giovanni Carini and produced by Planula in 1970. Each chair has a tubular metal frame with a chrome finish; the seat and the back are in black leather....
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

3 Black Les Arcs Dining Chairs Charlotte Perriand for les Arcs France 1960s
Located in Markington, GB
Stunning set of 3 chairs, sold on a per item base but if intererested in all chairs than please send me an email with your address so we can give a delivery ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Seven Midcentury Dining Chairs by Trendline
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sculptural dining chairs by Trendline Furniture in NY. Fully covered with tall backs. Please confirm location NY or NJ.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric

Cidue Set of Four Dining Chairs in Dark Brown Leather and Chrome
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cidue, set of four chairs, chrome, leather, Italy 1970s. Cantilevered dining room chairs with chromed flat tubular steel frame. The seating and back are from thick dark brown colore...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Set of Six Midcentury Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Swivel Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning set of six vintage modern "Oxford" chairs boast a convenient swivel base and an unusual backrest. A sleek design that functions as a dining chair, office chair, or a lo...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Set of Eight Art Nouveau Style Aluminum Garden Dining Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic set of eight patio and garden dining armchairs featuring aluminum frames with a black painted finish. The backs of the chairs are decorated with fern fronds in a graceful de...
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20th Century American Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

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Aluminum

Ettore Sottsass “Mandarin” Black Eco Leather Dining Chairs for Knoll, a Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Memphis Postmodern Mandarin chairs rendered in black lacquered steel frame with black Naugahyde cushioned seats designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll.
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Set of 12 Black Lacquered Japanese-Style Dining Room Chairs, Italy, 20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Set of 12 black lacquered wooden chairs in Japanese style with high backrests and straight seats.
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20th Century Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Alvar Aalto for Artek Model 45 Armchair Chair Black Leather 1 of 6
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Rare armchair model 45 from Alvar Aalto made of laminated birch wood and black aniline leather. Manufactured by Artek. The chairs are very comfortable and lightweighted. They are ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Wood, Birch, Lacquer

6 Chairs PK9 from Poul Kjaerholm for Kold Christensen
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Suite of 6 dining chairs model PK 9 designed by Poul Kjaerholm in 1961 for Kold Christensen. It’s an early edition in good condition. Very rare set made by one of the most sought a...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Art Deco Set 3 Chrome Tube & Black Faux Leather Chairs Attr to Kem Weber Z Chair
Located in Topeka, KS
Fantastic vintage Art Deco set of 3 chrome tube and original black vinyl or faux leather chairs attributed to Kem Weber Z Chair. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The frames have scratches consistent with age and on two of the chairs the texture on the vinyl is a bit different than the third chair. These chairs also have an extra factory hole in the arm on opposite sides leading us to believe these may have been originally part of a ganged set. They work perfectly as singles, however. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1920-1940’s. Now THIS is a Triple-TREAT!!! We have not one, not two, but THREE fantastic vintage Art Deco chrome and black faux leather chairs...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Set of Two, Martin Visser Se06 Dining Chairs in Black Leather and Chrome
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
'SE06' style by Martin Visser. Materials: Patinated black leather seat and backs with chrome tubular frames. Approx: 17.5”W x 19.5”D x 30.5”H, seat height: 17.5”H. 2 Styles...
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1960s Danish Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Set Costes Chairs by Philippe Starck with Black Leather Seats
Located in Cape Town, WC
The Costes Chair expresses the multiplicity inherent within the every-day object as a goal for the pursuit of form; owing its wooden, shell-like structure to Starck’s keenness for ex...
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1980s European Post-Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Set of Four Dining Chairs by Pietro Costantini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish set of Italian modern dining chairs by Pietro Costantini features lacquered wood finish, sculpted seat backs, and uphol...
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1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Staggering Set of 14 Armchairs by Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan, circa 1990
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally sandblasted and powder coated; completely installation ready. This stellar ALL ARMS set of difficult to find examples is unique on the market. Expert custom upholstery service is available. A fabulous, beyond stylish set of fourteen (14) coveted armchairs from the boutique Florentine collection designed by the gifted Richard Frinier for Brown Jordan, circa 1990. This elegant, comfortable and expertly crafted series is Frinier's respectful homage to the masterful Mario Papperzini for John Salterini wrought iron...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wrought Iron

Set of Six Model Pk9 Dining Chairs Designed by Poul Kjaerholm, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of six model PK9 dining chairs designed by Poul Kjaerholm for E Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1960s. Leather and steel. Stamped. Dimensions: H: 75.5 cm / 2' 1/2" W: 56 cm / 1' 8"...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Anna Anselmi for Bieffeplast Pair of 'Alpha' Dining Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Anna Anselmi for Bieffeplast, pair of 'Alpha' dining chairs, rubber, lacquered metal, Italy, 1985 These armchairs are characterized by an unusual aesthetics that are created during the postmodern era in Italy. The backrest smoothly runs over into the armrests through a curvaceous movement. The red tube...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Set of Six Black French Pierre Chapo Midcentury Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
A set of six dining chairs by legendary designer Pierre Chapo. France, circa 1970s. Original ebonised/stained finish in black. Good condition generally, some wear to the ...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Set of Four Silla Dining Chairs by Joseph Llusca for Driade
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Set of four Silla dining chairs by Joseph Llusca for Driade. Stackable chair with polished aluminum frame, plastic seat and backrest.
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1990s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Aluminum

Set of Six Cream Velvet and Black Lacquered Italian Art Deco Style Chairs, 1980s
Located in Meda, MB
This set of six Art Deco style chairs was produced in Italy. The set is composed by 4 chairs and 2 capital chairs with arms. All of the six are cove...
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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Velvet, Lacquer

Rene Prou Attributed Set of Eight Dining Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Forties Art Deco dining chairs attributed to Rene Prou, set of eight, in beech. These chairs can be ebonized.  Please note these chairs are unrestored in the photographs.
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Beech

Set of Four Italian Dining Chairs by Vico Magistretti
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
Mid century Italian dining chairs This set of four Italian dining chairs is an iconic piece of mid-century design by renowned architect and designer Vico Magistretti. Crafted from e...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Leather

Swedish Mid-Century Modern Black Woven Leather Dining Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four side dining chairs feature black woven leather backs with black leather seats.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather

Westnofa Set of Four Norwegian Designer 80s Modern Dining or Game Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This rare and outstanding example of good, modern Norweigian design came from a very upscale palm Springs Country Club residence. They have been newly upholstered in a very high end ...
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1980s Norwegian Post-Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Mid Century Modern Black Vintage Dining Chairs by Pietro Costantini 1970 Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage set of four black dining chairs designed by Pietro Costantini from solid black lacquered beechwood. The seats are n...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Set of Four Postmodern Dining Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Unique set of Postmodern dining chairs, each of the four chairs in this set are upholstered in a different color of coordinating velvet with b...
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal, Steel

Set of 6 Thonet Cesca Chairs by Marcel Breuer
Located in Pasadena, TX
Set of 6 Thonet Cesca chairs 1980s Set of four armchairs, model Cesca, designed by Marcel Breuer. Manufactured by Thonet circa 1981 Chrome cantile...
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1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Set of Six Italian Chairs in Chromed Metal Structure and Lucite Seat and Back
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of six clean line Italian chairs. The chromed metal structure holds the seat and back, made of Lucite. Comes with seat cushions.
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal, Chrome

Carsons of High Point "Z" Dining Chairs
Located in Denton, TX
Carsons of high point "Z" dining chairs- Set of 8. A unique shaped dining chair with black fabric and swivel bases, mounted on casters. Very comf...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Black Thonet Bentwood and Vinyl Chairs
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome pair of Thonet bentwood Mid-Century Modern chairs in black with black vinyl upholstery. They are in good vintage condition. The vin...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Bentwood, Faux Leather

Set of 4 Barrel Back Leather Chairs Baughman Style
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern high quality leather upholstery chairs on 6 six heavy duty brass finish castors. They easy move around and swivel. Brushed chrome band around the base.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Set of Four 20th Century Black Velvet Chairs, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Chairs designed by Prof. Rajmund Halas. Made of beechwood. Chair is after a complete upholstery renovation, the woodwork has been refreshed. Seat and back is dressed in black, durabl...
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20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Velvet, Beech

Black Carimate Carver Chair by Vico Magistretti
Located in London, GB
The ‘Carimate’ chair is one of Vico Magistretti’s most famous chairs. Originally designed in red color for the ‘Carimate Golf Club’ in Italy that Magistretti designed, the chair was produced for a long time and with four different manufacturers. Since Magistretti was very confident about the success of this model, he requested a patent for the construction and the joints in 1963. Due to the architectural, open frame the ‘Carimate’ chair has a strong expression. The angular frame has two curved armrests that add a dynamic appeal. Where the frame...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Rush, Beech

Radiant Set of 14 Rattan Chairs in Cordovan and Caramel by Wisner for Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. This large restored set of difficult to find examples is Unique on the market. Expert custom upholstery service is available. An exceptional set fourteen (14) vintage Campaign style dining chairs from a difficult to find seating series by Ficks Reed. The set consists of two (2) host arm chairs and twelve (12) side chairs. Stout rattan and hardwood frame with beautiful cane accents and details. Comfortable, stout and sturdy; intended for heavy regular use. Fabulous design, quality and craftsmanship. Aged to absolute perfection! These unusual pieces...
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1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Cane, Rattan

Arrben Italy, Set of Six Midcentury 'Sultana' Dining Chairs, Metal and Leather
Located in Schagen, NL
Rare minimalist set of six dining chairs, manufactured by Arrben, Italy. The chairs feature a black enameled heavy metal wire base with thick Black Cuir Leather upholstery. While the...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Pair of English Spindleback Side Chairs with Rush Seats, Early 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Pair of English spindleback side chairs with rush seats, early 19th century. 32.75" H x 16.5" W x 14" D.  
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Early 19th Century English Country Antique Dining Room Chairs

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Rush

Scandinavian Modern Black Vintage Chairs Arne Jacobsen 1952 for Fritz Hansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern set of 2 vintage black stairs, which was designed by Arne Jacobsen 1952 and executed for Fitz Hansen, 1970, Denmark. It is marked underneath. The stacking chairs ...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Jacques Adnet Black Leather Chair, 1950s France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant chair by French designer Jacques Adnet. Iron frame with black leather seat and seat back. Signature Adnet contrast stitching throughout. Brass ball feet. Excellent condition ...
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1950s French Art Deco Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Metal, Brass, Iron

MR10 Dining Chairs by Mies van der Rohe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage set of 4 MR10 dining chairs by Mies van der Rohe. Chrome cantilevered frames with black leather sling upholstery. Original leather shows a d...
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1970s Bauhaus Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Pair of Black Bauhaus Chairs, Artificial Leather, 1970s, Germany
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Pair of black bauhaus chairs, artificial leather. Period: 1970-1979. Source: Germany. Material: artificial leather, chrome-plated steel. Well-preserved original condition. C...
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1970s German Bauhaus Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Set of Eight Tall Iron and Cord Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of eight tall iron and cord chairs, probably American, circa 1950s. They have a very California Modern vibe and could be manufactured by Van Keppel and Green or Alan Gould...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Iron

Dutch Industrial Design Prouve Style School Chairs S21 Compas Galvanitas
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Nice batch of original S21 stackable and switchable school chairs made by Galvanitas from the 60s - 70s in the style of the designs of Friso Kramer, Wim Rietveld and Jean Prouvé. Wha...
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1970s Dutch Industrial Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Vintage Brown Leather Dining Chairs, Set of 6, 1980s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Set of 6 dark brown italian leather high back dining chairs. beautiful sleek and timeless design. The chairs are in fair condition with minimal wear. 1980s - Italy Dimens...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Leather

Eight Chrome Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll in Green Velvet
Located in Dallas, TX
Completely restored set of eight tubular Brno chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll. Professionally re-upholstered in a green velvet and the chrome is in great condition. "Knoll Inte...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Arne Jacobsen Dining Chair, Model ''Syveren'' 3107, Mokka Aniline Leather
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Jacobsen dining chair new upholstered with Mokka aniline leather. Base of powder coated steel tube. Model 3107 Syveren, made by Fritz Hansen.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Leather

Set of 8 Italian Leather and Metal Bistro Dining Chairs, Circa 1960
Located in New York, NY
An Italian set of eight black leather and metal bistro chairs/ dining chairs. The chairs are highly sculptural with arched backs, circular seats an...
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1960s Italian Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

Chrome & Black Leather 1970s 6 Dining Chairs Attributed to Gastone Rinaldi
Located in San Angelo, TX
What a unique set of Italian 1970s dining chairs in the style of Gastone Rinaldi!! These are extremely striking with chrome wire featuring black leather cushions. These are good, hea...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Batwing Brass Chiavari Chair Gothic Green Velvet 1960s
Located in Melbourne, AU
A splendid brass example of the Chiavari style first developed in the coastal town of Chiavari, south of Milan, Italy. This particular specimen is in excellent condition, with a lovely recent restoration of the upholstery, well cushioned, in a tasteful dark green velvet. The chair is in very sound condition and is of a higher quality than others we have handled - notably the shaping of the feet and the back are particularly fine. The original Chiavari chair is a delicate-boned creature in light-weight timber, designed to be both light and strong. It’s turned timber frame gave the opportunity for elaborate decoration which was popular in the mid to late 1800s. The brass version was created in the 1950s as a playful reference to the original, the brass emphasising the elaborate framework. It’s intended as a decorative chair for hallways, as a bedside chair, or can be used as a feature chair...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Brass

Set of 4 Chrome Dining Chairs by Wolfgang Hoffmann for Howell Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Fabulous set of 4 vintage dining chairs by Wolfgang Hoffmann for Howell Co. Flat chromium plated steel frames support upholstered seats and bac...
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Stainless Steel, Chrome

MCM Chromcraft Ribbed Black Vinyl Faux Leather & Chrome Dining Chairs Set of 6
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous MCM (a.k.a.) mid-century modern Chromcraft ribbed or channeled black vinyl faux leather & chrome dining chairs set of 6. Beaut...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

3 Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Wire Side Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll Int
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Timeless and fabulous design by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. Set of 3 classic beauties with full leather pads for seats and backs. All labeled and in very good condition wi...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Ten Dining Chairs Designed by Richard McCarthy for Selrite
Located in Dallas, TX
A unique set of ten dining chairs designed by Richard McCarthy and manufactured by Selrite. The black painted iron against the smooth grain of the wood perfectly embodies the Industrial feel of the era. Consists of eight arm and two armless chairs. The armchairs feature curved wood arms...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Metal

MCM Rattan / Cane Dining Table & 6 x Chippendale Style Chairs, Angraves 1970s
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Mid Cent Rattan / Cane Dining Table & 6 x Chippendale Style Dining Chairs, 1970s Magnificent mid century rattan / Cane set of six vintage Chinese Chippendale style dining chairs plus matching table by ‘Angraves’ from the “Invincible” range. Brown in colour. The Table has a 10mm Glass top with polished edges. The chairs and table have cane lapping on all joints and other areas in abundance, the seats of the chairs are heavily woven wicker. In great condition Plaque reading: Angraves, Invincible, Brook Street, Thurmaston, North Leicester Excellent quality and craftsmanship, in great condition. Please note these are made from natural materials, so they may differ slightly in finish and colour. Angraves of Leicester: manufactured high class cane furniture in Britain for almost a century. From 1912 through to 2011, when the company along with its highly skilled craftsmen were bought out by Soane Britain...
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1970s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Cane, Rattan

Postmodern "Cassiopea" Leather Armchair by Gae Aulenti for Elam, Italy, 1976
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1976. This is the model Cassiopea, designed by Gae Aulenti for Elam, Meda. These chairs feature a chromed tubular steel structure and leather seat and back-rest. They ...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome, Steel

Bauhaus Style Set of 4 Spoleto Chairs by Ufficio Tecnico for Knoll International
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Ufficio Tecnico, Knoll’s own team of engineers and designers, created this cantilevered tubular metal chair in 1971 and called it the Spoleto. The ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Set of 6 Memphis style postmodern powder-coated iron dining chairs, USA 1980s
Located in Hastings, GB
A set of 6 Memphis style postmodern dining chairs, USA 1980s. Heavy powder-coated iron or steel, with original abstract upholstery. There's a little age-related wear to the fabric, b...
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1980s Post-Modern Vintage Dining Room Chairs

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Iron

Set of Four Arne Vodder Hardwood and Black Leather Chairs
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of four Arne Vodder hardwood chairs, model 462. Seat and back upholstered in black leather with some patina from age and use. Manufactured in Denmark by Sibast Furniture. The cha...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Leather, Hardwood

Modern Leather Armchairs Piero Lissoni for Matteo Grassi, Italy, 1990s
Located in Almelo, NL
Modern leather armchairs Piero Lissoni For Matteo Grassi, Italy 1990s. These modern leather armchairs were designed by Piero Lissoni for Matteo Grassi. These modern style chairs wer...
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1990s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Steel

Vintage, New and Antique Dining Room Chairs

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.

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