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Black Anodic Ultraleggera Chair by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Anodic Ultraleggera chair by Zieta Dimensions: D 58 x W 49 x H 78 cm Material: Aluminum
Category

2010s Polish Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Natural Anodic Ultraleggera Chair by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Geneve, CH
Natural Anodic Ultraleggera chair by Zieta Dimensions: D 58 x W 49 x H 78 cm Material: Aluminum
Category

2010s Polish Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Four Black Leather Herman Miller Charles Ray Eames Soft Pad Management Chairs
By Herman Miller, Charles Eames
Located in Dallas, TX
interior. The combination of classic black leather and polished aluminum ensures these chairs remain
Category

Vintage 1960s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Centro Progetti Tecno Pair of Stackable ‘Modus’ Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Centro Progetti Tecno, pair of stackable chairs model ‘Modus', nylon / plastic, aluminum, metal
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Six “Oxford” Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
aluminum base, and all bases are in great vintage condition. Jacobsen originally designed the chair in 1965
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Chair T003, Unique Piece by Studio Nicolas Erauw
By Nicolas Erauw
Located in Geneve, CH
Chair T003, unique piece by Studio Nicolas Erauw Piece unique 1 of 1 Dimensions: H 70 cm x W 37
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

2011 Emeco Navy 1006 Dining / Side Chair in Mint Polished Aluminum
By Emeco
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original Emeco side dining chair, Model 1006, originally designed in 1944 for the U.S
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2010s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 4 Chromcraft Sculpta Swivel Chairs
By Chromcraft
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
An original set of 4 Chromcraft Sculpta self centering swivel chairs in Black leather and polished
Category

Mid-20th Century American Space Age Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Chair T006, Unique Piece by Studio Nicolas Erauw
By Nicolas Erauw
Located in Geneve, CH
Chair T006, unique piece by Studio Nicolas Erauw Piece unique 1 of 1 Dimensions: H 85 CM x W 50
Category

2010s Belgian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Voitto Haapalainen “Prisma” Swivel Chair with faceted bodies
By Martela Oy, Voitto Haapalainen
Located in New York, NY
Voitto Haapalainen “Prisma” chair with faceted bodies which swivel on polished cast aluminum
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Mid-Century Tulip Chairs by Burke
By Burke, Inc.
Located in Baltimore, MD
This set of six mid-century modern armless, side, dining chairs, manufactured by Burke reflect the
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

2012 Poul Kjaerholm PK8 Dining Chairs in Leather and Brushed Aluminum
By Poul Kjærholm, Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are PK8 Dining Chairs, initially designed by Poul Kjaerholm in 1978. These particular
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2010s Danish Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Six Vintage French Pierre Vandel Chairs
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Pasadena, TX
A set of French vintage dining chairs designed by Pierre Vandel. Original upholstery and frames are
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Artifort Channel Executive Chairs by Geoffrey Harcourt
By Artifort, Geoffrey D. Harcourt
Located in Voorburg, NL
Channel chair. The chair has a wonderfully relaxed seat. The relaxing character of the Channel is created
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

11 Fine 1960s Lucite Champagne Chairs by Estelle Erwin Laverne
By Laverne International, Erwine Estelle Laverne
Located in Long Island City, NY
Estelle & Erwin Laverne - Eleven mid-century clear Lucite "Champagne" chairs with a polished cast
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Eames upholstered side chairs by Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Highland, IN
This set of side chairs by Charles and Ray Eames are post-war classics. The seats are elephant hide
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Cognac Brown Castelli Dsc 106 Stacking Chair by Giancarlo Piretti, Italy
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Vienna, AT
with model name. Perfect and stylish to use as dining chair as well as office chair.  
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vladimir Kagan "Tee" Arm Chairs in New Butter Cream Ivory Shearling
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Vladimir Kagan dining arm chairs. A clean airy mid century modern silhouette with strong light weight
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Michael Aram Signed Skeleton Chair Early Production
By Michael Aram
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Michael Aram Early Production Signed Skeleton Chair This item was purchased new in New York City
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel

Set Of 10 Mid Century Augusto Savini Pamplona Chairs
By Augusto Savini
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The chairs, designed by Augusto Savini, 1960's with a white lacquered wooden barrel back frame with
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 6 Toledo Chairs by Jorge Pensi for Amat Spain, 1986
By Jorge Pensi
Located in DE KWAKEL, NL
design. Cast entirely in aluminum, the chair combines lightness, strength, and sculptural elegance. Its
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Vintage 1980s Spanish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 6 Chair_One in Black by Konstantin Grcic for MAGIS
By Magis, Konstantin Grcic
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Set of 6 stackable chairs, Material: legs in anodised aluminium black aluminium. Seat in die-cast
Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Preben Fabricius Jørgen Kastholm Bird Chair for Alfred Kill, 1960s, Signed
By Jørgen Kastholm Preben Fabricius, Alfred Kill International
Located in Los Angeles, CA
dining room, office or study as well as being an option for an accent chairs in living room, den or games
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Green Stackable Chairs by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli
By Giancarlo Piretti, Castelli
Located in Vienna, AT
Frame made of cast aluminium frame, upholstered seat and back, covered with green fabric, still in
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Stackable Aluflex chairs by Armin Wirth for Hans Zollinger Sohne, Switzerland
By Hans Zollinger Sohre, Armin Wirth
Located in Almelo, NL
comfort; they provide the same support as traditional dining chairs. Each chair is constructed with a
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 6 Tulip chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International - 1981
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Uccle, Bruxelles
Set of six Tulip chairs designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International in the 1980s. This chair
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Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Preben Fabricius Jørgen Kastholm Bird Chairs for Alfred Kill, 1960s, Signed
By Jørgen Kastholm Preben Fabricius, Alfred Kill International
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, traditional, Classical, Spanish, Mediterranean, Minimalist, and more. Consider using as dining chairs, office
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Mid-20th Century Faux Bamboo Side Chairs by Phyllis Morris
By Phyllis Morris
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
. Perfect as dining side chairs, accent chairs, or statement pieces in a Coastal Regency, or Hollywood
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Four Miroslav Navrátil Chairs, Publicated
By Miroslav Navratil
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1960s, Czechoslovakia - Designed by M. Navrátil - Publicated in books (see the pictures).    
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Fritz Hansen Arne Jacobsen Tall Oxford Chair White Leather 2007 4x Available
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
white leather with a lovely brushed aluminum base.Four chairsare available. The chairs were
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Early 2000s Danish Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Blue Chair Louis 20 by Philipe Starck for Vitra, circa 1990s
By Philippe Starck
Located in Čelinac, BA
This chair was designed by Philippe Starck for Vitra in the 90s. The materials are blown
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1990s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Charles Ray Eames "La Fonda" Blue Fiberglass Chairs Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid- Century modern La Fonda chair by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960's circa. The
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Charles Ray Eames "La Fonda" Blue Fiberglass Chairs Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid- Century modern La Fonda chair by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960's circa. The
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Six Vintage Eames Herman Miller Swivel Shell Chairs on Casters 1970s
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Baltimore, MD
Authentic rare Mid-Century Modern iconic molded fiberglass pivoting shell office or dining chairs
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Danish Modern Arne Jacobsen Oxford Chairs by Fritz Hansen, 1960s, set of 6
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Raleigh, NC
This collection consists of six Oxford dining chairs, created by Danish designer Arne Jacobsen for
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Giancarlo Piretti Lucite Folding "Plia" Chairs for Castelli, Italian 1970s
By Giancarlo Piretti, Castelli
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Original and signed set of 4 "Plia" lucite folding chairs, designed by Giancarlo Piretti for
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Blue, Designed by Bruno Rey
By Dietiker, Bruno Rey
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
solid beech wood, with die cast aluminum consoles and plastic glides. The chair and table legs are of
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2010s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Pink, Designed by Bruno Rey
By Dietiker, Bruno Rey
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
, with die cast aluminum consoles and plastic glides. The chair and table legs are of solid wood. The
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2010s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Green, Designed by Bruno Rey
By Bruno Rey, Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
solid beech wood, with die cast aluminum consoles and plastic glides. The chair and table legs are of
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2010s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Dietiker Rey Junior Set, Kids Table and Chairs in Maple, Designed by Bruno Rey
By Bruno Rey, Dietiker
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
, with die cast aluminum consoles and plastic glides. The chair and table legs are of solid wood. The
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2010s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1960s Kitchen Dinette Set, Fiberglass Chairs, Turquoise, Round Table, USA
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Miami, FL
1960s Dinette Set, 2 Fiberglass Chairs and a round Dining Table with a Formica Top. The table has a
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Charles Eames DSX set 6 Fiberglass Side Chairs multicolor set for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
....mounted on vintage aluminum H-bases. Wonderful exposed fibers,, The chairs are in very good vintage
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 4 Asola Chairs designed by Giuseppe Vigano for Bonacina, Italy 1993
By Giuseppe Viganò 1, Bonacina
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a set of stunning, sculptural wicker dining chairs. Chairs called
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Two Stackable Chairs by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli
By Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Vienna, AT
Frame made of cast aluminum frame, upholstered seat and back, covered with green fabric, still in
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Charles Ray Eames "La Fonda" Light Yellow Fiberglass Chairs Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid- Century modern La Fonda chair by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960's circa. The
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 4 Stacking Chairs by Armin Wirth and Aluflex, 1950s
By Armin Wirth, Aluflex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stackable Aluflex chairs designed by Armin Wirth. Manufactured by Aluflex, Switzerland, circa 1950.
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Charles Ray Eames "La Fonda" Brown Fiberglass Chairs For Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid- Century modern La Fonda chair by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1960's circa. The
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Gae Aulenti for Zanotta Set of Four April Chairs in Original Leather
By Gae Aulenti, Zanotta
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gae Aulenti for Zanotta, set of four 'April' folding armchairs, chrome-plated steel, aluminum
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

1960 s Set of 6 Authentic Vintage Eames PSC Swivel Chairs for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in TORQUAY, AU
aluminium legs on adjustable glides. The chairs retain their original swivelling mechanism, which is smooth
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Verner Panton System 1-2-3 Standard Lounge Chair in Fabric for Verpan
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'system 1-2-3' standard lounge chair in fabric for Verpan Verner Panton was one of
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel

Set of 4 pivoting tulip chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International - 1960s
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Uccle, Bruxelles
Magnificent set of four swivel tulip chairs designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International in
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 6 Tulip Chairs by Eero Saarinen produced by Knoll International ca. 1970
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Geneva, CH
Set of 6 tulip swiveling dining chairs by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll International ca
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Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of four Series Seven Chairs, Model 3107, cognac leather, Arne Jacobsen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
Exquisite Set of Four Series Seven Chairs, Model 3107, Wrapped in Luxurious Cognac Leather, a
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Four Champagne chairs by Estelle Erwine Laverne in Suede and Lucite
By mes nouvelles, Erwine Estelle Laverne
Located in Echt, NL
lucite seat shell and Aluminium base the Champagner chair offers a highly esthetic elegance and comfort
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

1960s Set of Four Orange and Ochre Steelcase Side Chairs Model no. 1278
By Steelcase
Located in Cordova, SC
that reputation. These chairs would work great at the informal dining table in the kitchen, in a house
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Scarce set of four green Washington "Skin" chairs David Adjaye for Knoll 2013
By Knoll
Located in Ferndale, MI
. Currently out of production and somewhat rare set of four Washington "Skin " chairs in apple
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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Set Of 6 Series Seven Chairs Model 3107 By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Lejre, DK
This set of 6 Seven Chairs, model 3107, designed by the iconic Arne Jacobsen and manufactured by
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

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Aluminium Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal aluminium dining chair for your home. Each aluminium dining chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, aluminum and fabric. Find 683 options for an antique or vintage aluminium dining chair now, or shop our selection of 146 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer aluminium dining chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A aluminium dining chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one aluminium dining chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Eero Saarinen, Knoll and Emeco produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Aluminium Dining Chair?

A aluminium dining chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,905, while the lowest priced sells for $175 and the highest can go for as much as $112,000.

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 Aluminium Dining Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A dining chair is a chair used to provide seating while dining at a table. There are two main types: side chairs and armchairs. As the name suggests, armchairs feature integrated arms, and they typically go along the short ends of rectangular tables. Free of arms, side chairs are usually arranged along the sides of rectangular tables. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Dining chairs should be around 18 inches tall. Since most dining tables are 30 inches high, 18 inch tall dining chairs allow for a comfortable amount of legroom. As a general rule of thumb, there should be around 12 inches between a dining table and a seat.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A carver dining chair is a kind of spool chair with legs rising above the seat level to frame the back and support the armrests. A theory about how carver chairs got their name is that the “master of the household” would sit at the head of the dining table and carve the meat that would be served for dinner. A widely reported origin story for the carver chair is that the name references a Pilgrim named John Carver, who was the founder of the Plymouth colony of Massachusetts in the United States. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage carver chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between dining chairs and accent chairs is primarily their function. Generally, dining chairs are used in dining areas, where they provide comfortable seating for people to use while eating at tables. You'll normally find accent chairs in seating areas and other parts of the home, where users can sit on them while they read, make conversation or enjoy other relaxing activities. Shop a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    Many furniture lovers feel that leather dining chairs are worth it. Due to its natural beauty, leather can elevate dining rooms and add interest to interior designs by bringing in a new texture. Leather is also fairly easy to wipe clean, and top-grain and full-grain upholstery often hold up well to the effects of frequent use. Keep in mind that other factors contribute to the overall quality of a chair, such as its frame materials and construction methods. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of leather dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Yes, it may be worth recovering dining chairs. If the upholstery on your chairs is worn or stained, but the frames are in good condition, recovering them can restore their appearance and allow you to continue using your furniture for more years. However, there may be some downsides to recovering. Sometimes, the material and labor costs may be more than what you might pay for new chairs. Recovering some vintage or antique dining chairs may also diminish their value. If your chairs are vintage or antique, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or antique dealer to learn about the potential impact of replacing the fabric before you proceed with the recovery process. It is also a good idea to get estimates from a few professional furniture repairers to see how much the project will cost. Shop a large collection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The chairs at a dining table are generally just called dining chairs. Chairs without arms that go along the sides of a table are side chairs. Typically positioned at the ends of tables, dining chairs framed by arms are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is antique, first look for markings that can help you identify the maker. You will normally find these under the seat. By using information published on trusted online resources, you can research the markings to learn who made the chair and when the maker was active. Any dining chair made 100 years ago or earlier is an antique. Another way to identify antique chairs is to examine their details closely. Most antique dining chairs are handmade, so you can expect to see subtle tool markings and slight irregularities. A lack of these characteristics may indicate that a dining chair is machine-made and less likely to be an antique. For assistance with dating your dining chairs, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Whether leather is good for dining chairs is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find leather to be easy to wipe clean and appreciate its texture and appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of leather dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    A dining room chair is called a dining chair. However, depending on its style, you may also see a dining chair referred to by other names. Armless ones placed along the long sides of rectangular and oval tables are side chairs, while the chairs with arms that often go at the heads of tables are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A good width for a dining chair is generally considered to be 16 to 20 inches. Chairs within this size range typically provide enough space for most people to sit comfortably. Shop a collection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What the head dining chairs are called varies. With many dining room sets, the chairs designed to go at the heads or ends of the tables are flanked by arms. As a result, people often refer to them as dining armchairs or dining end chairs. If the chairs lack arms, they're usually described as end chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    No one knows for sure why some dining chairs with arms are called carvers. However, it likely relates to the historical use of these chairs. Technically, carver is the nickname for a specific type of dining chair with arms, not for all dining armchairs. A Colonial American design, a carver chair features a backrest that wraps around the sides and forms arms. Traditionally, the carver chair went at the head of the table, and often the family member responsible for carving the primary entrée sat at this place. As a result, the chair's purpose for seating the carver of the meal is one potential explanation for the nickname. Another is that the name comes from John Carver, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. Reportedly, Carver owned one of these chairs, and people began referring to them by his name as a result. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of carver chairs.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, your dining room table and chairs do not need to match. Coordinated colors and styles can add visual flair to a space, and is a great way to show off your personal style. Shop a collection of dining room tables and chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To protect your woven dining chairs, try a fabric protection spray designed for the specific type of material. Follow the application directions printed on the bottle for best results. Also, wipe your chairs clean after every meal with a slightly damp cloth to reduce the risk of stains. On 1stDibs, find a range of woven dining chairs.