American Antique Dining Chair
Early 20th Century American American Antique Dining Chair
Early 20th Century American American Classical American Antique Dining Chair
Oak
Early 20th Century American Regency American Antique Dining Chair
Cane, Maple, Paint
1910s American Arts and Crafts American Antique Dining Chair
Pine
Early 20th Century American American Classical American Antique Dining Chair
Oak
Late 19th Century American Mission American Antique Dining Chair
Upholstery, Oak
Late 19th Century American American Classical American Antique Dining Chair
Rosewood
19th Century American Federal American Antique Dining Chair
Brass, Other
1790s American Chippendale American Antique Dining Chair
Brass
Early 20th Century Regency American Antique Dining Chair
Upholstery, Cherry
Mid-19th Century American Federal American Antique Dining Chair
Mahogany
1670s North American Chinese Chippendale American Antique Dining Chair
Walnut
Early 19th Century American Country American Antique Dining Chair
Late 19th Century American American Empire American Antique Dining Chair
Upholstery, Mahogany
1880s American American Craftsman American Antique Dining Chair
Hickory
Early 20th Century American American Colonial American Antique Dining Chair
Rush, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American American Colonial American Antique Dining Chair
Rush, Maple
1870s American Chippendale American Antique Dining Chair
Mahogany
19th Century American Primitive American Antique Dining Chair
Early 20th Century American Victorian American Antique Dining Chair
Early 20th Century Unknown American Colonial American Antique Dining Chair
Oak
Early 1900s North American Louis XIV American Antique Dining Chair
Upholstery, Wood
1890s American American Classical American Antique Dining Chair
Iron
Late 19th Century American Late Victorian American Antique Dining Chair
Tapestry, Oak
19th Century American Victorian American Antique Dining Chair
Burl
Early 19th Century American American Classical American Antique Dining Chair
Wood
19th Century American Empire American Antique Dining Chair
Fabric
Early 20th Century American Primitive American Antique Dining Chair
Wood
Late 18th Century American American Colonial American Antique Dining Chair
Wood
Early 1900s American American Craftsman American Antique Dining Chair
Upholstery, Wood, Oak
Early 19th Century American American Antique Dining Chair
Wood, Paint
19th Century American Victorian American Antique Dining Chair
Elm
Early 19th Century American American Colonial American Antique Dining Chair
Maple, Paint
18th Century American Queen Anne American Antique Dining Chair
Fabric, Mahogany
Early 19th Century American American Colonial American Antique Dining Chair
Ash
Early 19th Century American American Colonial American Antique Dining Chair
Elm
Late 18th Century American American Colonial American Antique Dining Chair
Wood
1830s American American Colonial American Antique Dining Chair
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century American American Colonial American Antique Dining Chair
Hardwood
Late 18th Century American American Antique Dining Chair
Wood
Late 18th Century American American Classical American Antique Dining Chair
Wood
Early 20th Century American Classical American Antique Dining Chair
Hardwood
Early 20th Century American American Classical American Antique Dining Chair
Hardwood
Early 20th Century American American Classical American Antique Dining Chair
Hardwood
1910s Scottish American Antique Dining Chair
Oak
19th Century American American Empire American Antique Dining Chair
Mahogany
Late 19th Century American Hepplewhite American Antique Dining Chair
Mahogany, Burl
1780s American Chippendale American Antique Dining Chair
Mahogany
1870s American Queen Anne American Antique Dining Chair
Walnut
Early 1900s American American Craftsman American Antique Dining Chair
19th Century American American Antique Dining Chair
Mahogany
Early 19th Century American American Classical American Antique Dining Chair
Padouk
1920s American Antique Dining Chair
Late 18th Century American American Classical American Antique Dining Chair
Rush, Wood
Early 1900s Scottish American Antique Dining Chair
Oak
1820s American American Classical American Antique Dining Chair
Wood
19th Century American American Antique Dining Chair
Oak
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Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To 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.
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