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Set of Twelve Harvey Probber D43 Wicker Cantilever Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rio Vista, CA
cantilever chairs constructed from a chromed steel tube frame with a woven rattan wicker basket style seat
Category
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Set 8 Brass Cantilever Dining Armchairs by Pace
By Pace Collection
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an outstanding set of eight armchairs, made of cantilever brass and with
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Set Eight Chrome Cantilever Dining Armchairs Knoll Attributed
By Lilly Reich, Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a fabulous set of 8, chrome, cantilever, dining armchairs, with a floral
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Paul Evans Collection 77 Chrome Cantilevered Arm Chair for Directional
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Miami, FL
Single Paul Evans chrome and ultra suede cantilevered office, dining or side chair with arms for
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Eight Midcentury Brown Leather and Chrome Cantilever Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in West Hartford, CT
woven texture. Versatile and timeless chairs pair well with a wide range of decor. Perfect as dining or
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Four White Suede Cantilever Chrome Chairs by Brueton
By Brueton
Located in Redding, CT
Set of four white Suede Cantilever chrome chairs by Brueton circa 1970.
Heavy and extremely well
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Six Matteo Grassi Style MG5 Cantilever Leather Chairs
By Matteo Grassi, Marcel Breuer
Located in New Windsor, NY
Set of six Matteo Grassi style MG5 cantilever chairs. Thick hard black leather sling backs and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Milo Baughman Style Midcentury Cantilever Brass Chairs, Set of 6
By Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman style midcentury cantilever brass chairs - set of 6
Each chair measures: 17.5 wide x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
8 Bauhaus Black Leather
Chrome Cantilever Italian Chairs Attributed Mart Stam
By Mart Stam
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible Late 20th Century Bauhaus style black leather & chrome tube cantilever chairs attributed
Category
20th Century Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 8 Leather and Chrome Cantilever Chairs by Preview, 1980s
By Preview
Located in Hamburg, PA
A comfortable set of 8 leather and chrome Cantilever chairs by Preview Furniture, circa 1980s. The
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Set of 10 Chrome Cantilever Dining Armchairs Brno Knoll 1970s
By Knoll
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a fabulous set of ten, BRNO, cantilever chrome, dining armchairs, with a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Set of 8 Chrome Cantilever Dining Armchairs Brno Knoll, 1970s
By Knoll
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a fabulous set of 8, BRNO, cantilever chrome, dining armchairs, with a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Four Cantilevered Uno Chairs in Brown Leather by Marcatre
By Paolo Deganello
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Uno chairs designed by Paolo Deganello and Gilberto Coretti of Archizoom. Set of four, in
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Marcel Breuer Cane Cantilever Chrome Side Chairs, Italy, Pair
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a perfect pair of side dining chairs, made of cantilevered chrome and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
4x Original Thonet chair S33/ S34 cantilever Mart Stam leather black
By Mart Stam, Thonet
Located in Berlin, DE
We are offering a beautiful Thonet chair S33/ S34 by Mart Stam for sale. The clear lines and shapes
Category
1990s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
Set 7 Vintage Tubular Chrome Blue Fabric Cantilever Lounge Chair Armless Slipper
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage cantilever tubular chrome and blue hopsack fabric upholstered lounge chairs in a
Category
Late 20th Century American Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set 4 Modernist Chrome Cantilever Chairs by Etowah Mfg, Bauhaus / Art Deco
By Gilbert Rohde
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Set of 4 Modernist Chrome Cantilever Chairs by Etowah Mfg, Bauhaus / Art Deco,, Super
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mies Van Der Rohe Mr10 Cantilever Chairs in Cane for Thonet, Germany
By Thonet, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning set MR10 Cantilever chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe. Chrome plated metal frames with
Category
Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern 5 Marcel Breuer Cane Cantilever Chrome Side Chairs, Italy
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a wonderful set of five side dining chairs, made of cantilvered chrome
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Cantilever Chairs S34 by Mart Stam for Thonet, 1980s. Set of 6.
By Mart Stam, Thonet
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Cantilever Chairs S 34 by Mart Stam for Thonet, 1980s. Set of 6.
The classic Bauhaus design
Category
Vintage 1980s German Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
8 Mies van der Rohe Cantilever MR10 Chairs in Chrome
Black Saddle Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Gavina
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Set of 8 MR 10 cantilever chairs (256cs) by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. This set is made in high
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel, Chrome
Set of 4 Chrome Cantilever Armed Chairs Brown Faux Leather Style Gastone Rinaldi
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome set of four chrome and faux brown leather reverse cantilever armed chairs made in the
Category
Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mart Stam for Fasem Model S33 Mid Century Leather and Chrome Cantilever Chairs
By Mart Stam, Fasem International
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mart Stam for Fasem Model S33 Mid Century Leather and Chrome Cantilever Chairs
Each chair
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Breuer Knoll Set of 4 Cantilever Chrome and Cane Side Chairs
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous set of four side dining chairs, made of cantilevered chrome
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 4 Vintage Marcel Breuer Cesca Design Mid-Century Cantilever Chairs, B32
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Zagreb, HR
A set of four vintage Marcel Breuer design B32 cantilever chairs.
Italian production of the late
Category
1990s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 6 Willy Rizzo Chrome and Brown Leather Cantilever Chairs for Cidue, 1960s
By Willy Rizzo, Cidue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, late nineteen sixties, chrome and leather, cantilevered chairs by Italian designer and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Modern Chrome and Vinyl Dining Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six modern cantilever style dining chairs in black vinyl. Please confirm item location (NY
Category
20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs
8 Paul Evans Dining Chairs for Directional
By Paul Evans
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of eight cantilevered polished aluminum based dining chairs with two arm and six side chairs
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Cidue Dining Chair in Red Brown Leather
By Cidue
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cidue, dining chair, leather, chrome-plated metal, Italy, 1970s
Cantilevered dining room chair
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Vintage Italy Cognac Vegetal Leather Dining Chair Armchair Cantilever
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Cantilever vintage chair are an Italian classic.
In the manner of Marcel Breuer this chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Z Dining Chairs by Milo Baughman for DIA
By Milo Baughman, Design Institute America
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Set of four dining chairs with cantilevered chromed steel frames and original upholstery. Design
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Cidue Dining Chair in Chrome and Cognac Leather
By Cidue
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cidue, chair, chrome, leather, Italy 1970s.
Cantilevered dining room chair with chromed flat
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Modern Game Table and Four Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
slide out and a large drawer for storing items. The beautiful set of four cantilever dining chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Game Tables
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Linea Veam Vintage Italy Maroon Leather Dining Chair Armchair Cantilever
By Linea Veam
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These cantilever vintage chair are Italian classics and produced by Linea Veam.
In the manner of
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Cantilever Steel, Wood and Cane Armchairs S64 Marcel Breuer Bauhaus
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Vintage cantilever chromed steel tube armchairs originally designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928
Category
Vintage 1980s Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 6 Italian Cantilever Armchairs by Mart Stam for Fasem
By Mart Stam, Fasem International
Located in Pasadena, TX
legendary pieces by age 27. Perhaps his most famous design is the Mart Stam chair that was initially
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mart Stam Cognac Leather and Chrome Dining Chairs for Thonet
By Thonet, Mart Stam
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of four Cantilevered Cognac leather and chrome dining chairs, designed by Mart Stam for Thonet
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pr. 1970
s Cesca Dining Chairs Designed by Marcel Breuer
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in New York, NY
Nice pair of Marcel Breuer designed cantilevered dining height chairs, having beech wood and caned
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Ten Mariani Laguna Chrome Pace Collection Dining Chairs
By Pace Collection
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Large set of ten Mariani Laguna Pace Collection cantilevered chrome dining chairs. The chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pr. 1970
s Cesca Dining Chairs Designed by Marcel Breuer
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in New York, NY
Nice pair of Marcel Breuer designed cantilevered dining height chairs, having beech wood and caned
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 12 Steelcase Chrome and Black Cantilevered Armchairs Model 421-482
By Steelcase
Located in New York, NY
frame, with black vinyl back and seat cushions. The cantilevered frame design gives the chairs a slight
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Four Milo Baughman Chrome Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning set of four Milo Baughman cantilevered chrome dining chairs. Notice the gorgeous bowed
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Set of Six Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather by Cidue, Italy
By Cidue
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cidue, set of six chairs, chrome, leather, Italy 1970s.
Cantilevered dining room chairs with
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Roche Bobois Black Dining Chairs by Sacha Lakic, 2005, Set of 6
By Roche Bobois, Sacha Lakic
Located in Basildon, London
inspired by movement, asymmetry and speed.
Six cantilever black dining chairs with sculptural cut outs
Category
Early 2000s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mariana Pace Vintage Set of Six "Tucroma" Dining Chairs Chrome, Italy Faleschini
By Pace Collection
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of six vintage Hollywood Regency chrome Cantilever back side dining chairs by Mariani for Pace
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Milo Baughman Eight Chrome
Z-Dining Chairs
for Design Institute of America
By Milo Baughman, Design Institute America
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fantastic set of eight cantilevered chrome dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Design
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Saporiti Stainless Steel and White Upholstered Dining Chairs Italian Vintage S/4
By Saporiti
Located in North Miami, FL
These wonderful vintage cantilevered Italian Saporiti signed dining chairs and or kitchen chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Anton Lorenz Thonet Set of 6 Barrel Chrome Dining Chairs
By Anton Lorenz, Thonet
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a magnificent set of six dining chairs, on cantilevered chrome bases, by
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1 of 4 Vintage Leather Cantilever Armchairs in Style of Matteo Grassi, Italy 80s
By Matteo Grassi
Located in Zagreb, HR
Four vintage Bauhaus design dark brown leather cantilever chairs, in style of Matteo Grassi or
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
A set of 6 vintage chrome and olive velvet dining chairs, by Chromcraft corp
By Chromcraft
Located in Houston, TX
A set of 6 vintage chrome cantilever and olive velvet dining chairs, by Chromcraft Corp. The chrome
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mies Van Der Rohe MR10 Knoll International Leather Side Chair Dining Cantilever
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Berlin, BE
are cantilevered.
Chrome + leather are in excellent vintage condition.
Chairs are from 1970s. Truly
Category
Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Six Mid-Century Modern Steel Z Dining Chairs
Located in Toledo, OH
Six Mid-Century Modern steel and fabric Z-dining chairs. Cantilevered flat bar frame. Attributed to
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Cidue Set of Four Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cidue, set of four chairs, chrome, leather, Italy 1970s.
Cantilevered dining room chairs with
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Six Modern Dining Chairs in Dark Brown Leather for Cidue
By Cidue
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of six chairs, in chrome and leather, by Cidue, Italy 1970s.
Cantilevered dining room
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Double Tube Brass Plate Cantilever Chairs Smoked Glass Top Table by Douglas Furn
By Douglas Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Beautiful set of four modern or Hollywood Regency double tube curved arm brass plate cantilever
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Anton Lorenz for Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Pasadena, TX
Pair of cantilever dining or lounge chairs by Anton Lorenz for Thonet, circa 1970s. Chrome-plated
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 6 Midcentury Brno Chairs Chrome Cognac Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful set of 6 Brno tubular Chrome & cognac brown Leather Cantilever Arm Chairs or Dining
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
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Cantilever Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of cantilever dining chairs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, chrome and fabric, all cantilever dining chairs available were constructed with great care. Find 685 antique and vintage cantilever dining chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 7 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Cantilever dining chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Cantilever dining chairs made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Some cantilever dining chairs are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller cantilever dining chairs, measuring 1.5 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Many cantilever dining chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Thonet and Pace Collection produced popular cantilever dining chairs that are worth a look.
How Much are Cantilever Dining Chairs?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,800, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $40,800 highest priced.
Finding the Right Dining Room Chairs for You
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.
Questions About Cantilever Dining Chairs
- What is a cantilever seat?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cantilever seats are chairs that have a uniquely designed base. Instead of featuring four legs, a cantilever chair has two tubular metal legs in the front. They travel straight down and then bend inward, continuing to the back of the chair where a crossbar joins them. The name of the seat comes from bridge construction and architecture. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cantilever chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024The history of the cantilever chair dates back to 1926. It was then that Mart Stam created a sketch of a new idea for a chair on the back of a dinner napkin at a cocktail party. His drawing inspired Ludwig Mies van der Rohe to create his own version of the chair. This led to a legal battle between the two. Other designers, such as Marcel Breuer, began experimenting with the cantilever design, and today, many manufacturers continue to employ the cantilever design in their pieces. Explore a large collection of cantilever chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024How a cantilever chair works comes down to its unique design. Instead of having four legs, a cantilever chair features a single leg or pair of legs in an L shape. The leg or legs attach to the seat in the front and then travel along the floor to provide stability. When a person sits down, their weight becomes distributed across the entire base. On 1stDibs, find a range of cantilever chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Here are some characteristics of a cantilever chair: Most feature two front legs and no back legs. The legs bend at the bottom, creating a stable base for the chair. Typically, cantilever chairs feature tubular metal frames and have two arms. However, you can find some armless examples. The seats and backrests often have a boxy appearance and can feature a range of materials, such as wicker, leather, fiberglass, molded plastic or fabric upholstery. Explore a variety of cantilever chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A cantilever chair typically features a frame of tubular metal. Most often, tubular steel is used, though tubular chrome has also been used. The seat and back can be crafted of many materials, from rattan to leather or fabric. Browse 1stDibs to find an array of cantilever chairs from top sellers.
- What is a dining chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A dining chair is a chair used to provide seating while dining at a table. There are two main types: side chairs and armchairs. As the name suggests, armchairs feature integrated arms, and they typically go along the short ends of rectangular tables. Free of arms, side chairs are usually arranged along the sides of rectangular tables. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Dining chairs should be around 18 inches tall. Since most dining tables are 30 inches high, 18 inch tall dining chairs allow for a comfortable amount of legroom. As a general rule of thumb, there should be around 12 inches between a dining table and a seat.
- What is a carver dining chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A carver dining chair is a kind of spool chair with legs rising above the seat level to frame the back and support the armrests. A theory about how carver chairs got their name is that the “master of the household” would sit at the head of the dining table and carve the meat that would be served for dinner. A widely reported origin story for the carver chair is that the name references a Pilgrim named John Carver, who was the founder of the Plymouth colony of Massachusetts in the United States. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage carver chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The 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, 2023The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024Many 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, 2024Yes, 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, 2024The 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, 2022A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether leather is good for dining chairs is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find leather to be easy to wipe clean and appreciate its texture and appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of leather dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024A 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, 2023A good width for a dining chair is generally considered to be 16 to 20 inches. Chairs within this size range typically provide enough space for most people to sit comfortably. Shop a collection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What 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.
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