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Set of 10 oak burgundy bouclé armless Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 4 Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs By Chet Beardsley in White Boucle
By Chet Beardsley
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now, we have this set of four exquisite dining chairs designed by the enigmatic
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Stellar Modern Handmade Ceramic Walnut, Boucle Upholstered Luxury Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
Walnut timber and bream boucle' upholstery. The Stellar dining chair would be equally at home in either a
Category

2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ceramic, Upholstery, Walnut

Stellar Modern Handmade Ceramic Walnut, Boucle Upholstered Luxury Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
Walnut timber and bream boucle' upholstery. The Stellar dining chair would be equally at home in either a
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2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Ceramic, Upholstery, Walnut

Set of Eight Italian Modern Shell Dining Chairs in Teak and Bouclé by Saporiti
By Fratelli Saporiti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of eight dining chairs with teak frames and seat and back shells of molded teak plywood by
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Teak, Plywood

Mid-Century Modern light grey bouclé oak Niemeyer dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer dining chair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Mid-Century Modern taupe bouclé oak brass Niemeyer dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer dining chair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern dark blue bouclé brass Niemeyer dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer dining chair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Mid-Century Modern dark green bouclé brass Niemeyer dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer dining chair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern amber bouclé oak brass Niemeyer dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer dining chair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set Of Six 1960s Dining Chairs In Rosewood Ivory Bouclé By Sven Ivar Dysthe
By Sven Ivar Dysthe
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A set of six 1960s dining or conference chairs in Rio rosewood and bouclé fabric by Sven Ivar
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern blue bouclé oak brass Niemeyer dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer dining chair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Mid-Century Modern grey bouclé oak brass Niemeyer dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer dining chair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Mid-Century Modern fern green bouclé brass Niemeyer dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer dining chair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Mid-Century Modern sage bouclé oak brass Niemeyer dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer dining chair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Paul Frankl Set of 14 Dining Chairs in Bleached Mahogany Latte Bouclé c. 1950
By Paul Frankl
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Frankl Corset Oak Dining Chairs for Brown Saltman in Latte Bouclé Set of 6 Mid Century Wormley for Dunbar
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany, Bouclé, Upholstery

Milo Baughman Set of 8 Parsons Dining Chairs in Ivory Bouclé by Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sexy set of eight Parsons dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin newly
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Set of 8 Post Modern Dining Chairs, Powder Coated Tan and Ivory Boucle, 1980 s
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Culver City, CA
These chairs are what happens when wabi-sabi restraint elopes with full-blown postmodern maximalism
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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 Custom Dining Chairs In Black Wool Bouclé
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This chubby hand-tailored dining chair is made for contemporary interiors with its curvy and
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2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Fabric

Set of 8 oak fern green bouclé armless Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 12 oak fern green bouclé armless Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 10 oak fern green bouclé armless Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 6 oak fern green bouclé armless Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 4 oak fern green bouclé armless Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 14 Paul Frankl Corset Oak Dining Chairs for Brown Saltman in Latte Bouclé
By Paul Frankl
Located in Saint Louis, MO
our shop – Paul Frankl Set of 14 Dining Chairs in Bleached Mahogany & Latte Bouclé c. 1950 Set of 6
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak

Set of 16 Paul Frankl Corset Back Dining Chairs in Ivory White Bouclé, c. 1950s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Saint Louis, MO
dining chairs for Johnson Furniture, circa 1950 professionally reupholstered in ivory white bouclé. The
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Mahogany, Bentwood

Set of 14 Paul Frankl Corset Back Dining Chairs in Ivory White Bouclé, c. 1950s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Saint Louis, MO
dining chairs for Johnson Furniture, circa 1950 professionally reupholstered in ivory white bouclé. The
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Mahogany, Bentwood

Set of 18 Paul Frankl Corset Back Dining Chairs in Ivory White Bouclé, c. 1950s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Saint Louis, MO
dining chairs for Johnson Furniture, circa 1950 professionally reupholstered in ivory white bouclé. The
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Mahogany, Bentwood

Set of 12 Paul Frankl Corset Back Dining Chairs in Ivory White Bouclé, c. 1950s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Saint Louis, MO
dining chairs for Johnson Furniture, circa 1950 professionally reupholstered in ivory white bouclé. The
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Mahogany, Bentwood

Dining Chairs in the style of Viggo Boesen, Bentwood and Boucle
By Viggo Boesen
Located in Miami, FL
Great set of Six Dining Chairs in the style of Viggo Boesen, Bentwood seats and backs with satin
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1990s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Bentwood

Set of Twelve Designer Dining Chairs, Cream Silk, Kravet Boucle Beige
Located in Miami, FL
Set of Twelve Designer Dining Chairs, aluminum frames have a Benjamin Moore Cream Silk Finish, Seat
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 10 Paul Frankl Corset Back Dining Chairs in Ivory White Bouclé, c. 1950s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Saint Louis, MO
chairs for Johnson Furniture, circa 1950 professionally reupholstered in ivory white bouclé. The backs
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Mahogany, Bentwood

Strelitzia Modern Solid Silver Polished Aluminum and Boucle Luxury Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Silver Strelitzia handcrafted, modern dining chair is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured
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2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

19th English Dining Chairs, Carved Cherry Wood, Boucle Fabric, circa 1880
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 19th century English dining chairs. Solid wood cherry dining chairs. The wooden structures
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cherry, Fruitwood

Set of Six Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs in Boucle
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A set of 6 dining chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, upholstered in a high-quality boucle' in
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Cream Boucle Red Oak Lithic Dining Chair by Maha Alavi Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Cream Boucle Red Oak Lithic Dining Chair by Maha Alavi Studio Dimensions: W 58 x D 54 x H 86 cm
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2010s Japanese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Beige Boucle Black Oak Lithic Dining Chair by Maha Alavi Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Beige Boucle Black Oak Lithic Dining Chair by Maha Alavi Studio Dimensions: W 58 x D 54 x H 86 cm
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2010s Japanese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Beige Boucle Red Oak Lithic Dining Chair by Maha Alavi Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Beige Boucle Red Oak Lithic Dining Chair by Maha Alavi Studio Dimensions: W 58 x D 54 x H 86 cm
Category

2010s Japanese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Cream Boucle Black Oak Lithic Dining Chair by Maha Alavi Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Cream Boucle Black Oak Lithic Dining Chair by Maha Alavi Studio Dimensions: W 58 x D 54 x H 86 cm
Category

2010s Japanese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Cream Boucle Natural Oak Lithic Dining Chair by Maha Alavi Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Cream Boucle Natural Oak Lithic Dining Chair by Maha Alavi Studio Dimensions: W 58 x D 54 x H 86 cm
Category

2010s Japanese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Beige Boucle Natural Oak Lithic Dining Chair by Maha Alavi Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Beige Boucle Natural Oak Lithic Dining Chair by Maha Alavi Studio Dimensions: W 58 x D 54 x H 86 cm
Category

2010s Japanese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 8 Custom Reece Dining Chairs in Boucle Fabric by Carrocel
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
This elegant set of 8 Reece dining chairs by Carrocel features a refined beechwood frame in a dark
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2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Modern, Walnut, Solid Brass and Cream Boucle Malta 3 Leg Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
details. It is upholstered in a very on trend cream Boucle'. The Malta dining chair has three legs, it
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2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Modern, Walnut Timber, Solid Brass and Boucle Malta Dining and Lounge Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Modern Malta dining room chair designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa works
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2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-5 and Boucle Snow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Luc Dining Chair with Beech Ash-056-1 and Boucle Snow
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Luc Dining Chair with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. When it comes to Luc chair
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wood

Customizable Modern Dining Chair in Dover Oak and White Boucle, Olga Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
whitewash finish, upholstered in white boucle fabric. The Olga dining chair is a bold yet refined addition
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2010s Brazilian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Upholstery

70 s feel modern Boucle, Brass Carved Walnut Oromo Upholstered Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
dining chair is upholstered in a cream boucle, this upholstery together with the carved walnut timber
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2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

70 s feel modern Boucle, Brass Carved Walnut Oromo Upholstered Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
dining chair is upholstered in a cream boucle, this upholstery together with the carved walnut timber
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2010s South African Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

6 x Chrome Dining Chairs 1970s Boucle Modernist Vintage Table Italian Regency
Located in London, GB
A great set of six chrome dining chairs with high quality organic wool fine boucle upholstery in a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Loop Dining Chair In Sculptural Metal Frame and Bouclé Upholstery-Sergio López
Located in NEW YORK, NY
dynamic, architectural feel. The chair's upholstery, a light-colored bouclé fabric, creates a soft
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2010s Spanish Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Loop Dining Chair In Sculptural Metal Frame and Bouclé Upholstery-Sergio López
Located in NEW YORK, NY
dynamic, architectural feel. The chair's upholstery, a light-colored bouclé fabric, creates a soft
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dining Chair-Back Armrests Seat In White Boucle
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Introducing the Jean Pierre Dining Chair, a masterful blend of mid-century modern design and
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2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

6 x Red Dining Chairs 1970s Boucle Modernist Vintage Table Italian Regency
Located in London, GB
An amazing set of 6 dining chairs in curved high back elegantly sit on top of the red frame
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Bouclé Wingback Dining Chair w/ A Feminine Silhouette By Jose De Castro
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This luxurious and whimsical chair is a beautiful fusion of sophisticated design and delicate
Category

2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Paul Evans Cityscape Cubist Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern Boucle Fabric 1970s
By Paul Evans, Barbara Barry
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Set of 4 Iconic Paul Evans PE240 Directional Cityscape Cubist Mid-Century Modern dining chairs
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Style Dining Chair In Walnut Bouclé Upholstery by Jose De Castro
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This contemporary dining chair is a refined expression of minimalist design. The walnut wood frame
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

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Boucle Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal boucle dining chair for your home. Each boucle dining chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, bouclé and wood. Find 39 options for an antique or vintage boucle dining chair now, or shop our selection of 12 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the boucle dining chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A boucle dining chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. David Gaynor, Glostrup Møbelfabrik and Knoll each produced at least one beautiful boucle dining chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Boucle Dining Chair?

The average selling price for a boucle dining chair at 1stDibs is $4,850, while they’re typically $1,167 on the low end and $56,400 for the highest priced.

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 Boucle Dining Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A bouclé accent chair is a chair that features a specific type of upholstery called bouclé. It is a combination of looped and woven wool that has a soft, cozy feel. The word "bouclé" means curl in French and refers to the looping wool fibers that make up the upholstery. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bouclé accent chairs.
  • 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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 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 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 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 25, 2019

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

  • 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 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 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.
  • 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.