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Set of 6 dining room chairs by Pierre Cardin for Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 slender cantilevered dining room chairs designed by Pierre Cardin for Maison Jansen in the
Category
Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs
Set of Three Cantilevered Chrome Armchairs "SS33" by Anton Lorenz for Thonet
By Thonet, Anton Lorenz
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Newly Reupholstered in white fabric, now available are 3 chairs designed by Anton Lorenz for Thonet
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Gastone Rinaldi Style Chrome Wire Frame Dining Chairs Made in Italy, 1960s
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Set of six chrome wire frame cantilever design dining arm chairs. One chair of the six has it's
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1970
s Cantilever Frame Cane Backed Tan Dining Chair - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970’s Cantilever Frame Cane Backed Tan Dining Chair – Set Of Four
1970’s Cantilever Frame Cane
Category
Vintage 1970s French Chairs
Materials
Beech
Incredible Set of Six Mid Century Modern Cantilevered Chrome Dining Table Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Pierre Cardin, Pace Collection
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful set of six Milo Baughman style dining chairs. Chairs have an organic, cantilevered shape
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Z Frame Brass Plate Dining Chairs Style Milo Baughman, Set of Four
By Milo Baughman
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome set of four Z frame cantilevered Milo Baughman style dining chairs in burnt orange velvet
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Milo Baughman Set of Six Vintage DIA Design Institute of America Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Incredible set of six brass cantilever back arm Hollywood Regency dining chairs by Milo Baughman
Category
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern RIMA Linea Disegno Set of Eight Z Dining Chairs, Panton Era
By Disegno
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a magnificent set of eight, cantilever, side dining chairs, covered in
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Set 12 Mid Century Cesca B32 Marcel Breuer Dining Chairs for Stendig
By Marcel Breuer, Stendig Co.
Located in Shippensburg, PA
cantilevered chrome "Cesca" B32 dining chairs designed by Marcel Breuer and distributed by Stendig, New York
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 4 Italian Cantilever Game / Dining Chairs / SATURDAY SALE
By Pace Collection
Located in North Miami, FL
These great and comfortable cantilvered game/dining chairs are chrome over stainless and new
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Side Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
1970
s Cantilever Brown Frame Cane Backed Dining Chair - Set Of Twelve Reupholst
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970’s Cantilever Brown Frame Cane Backed Dining Chair – Set Of Thirteen Reupholstered
1970’s
Category
Vintage 1970s French Chairs
Materials
Beech
Mid-Century Modern Willy Rizzo for Cidue Set of 5 Brass Side Dining Chairs 1970s
By Cidue, Willy Rizzo
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an utterly fabulous set of five, cantilevered brass side dining chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of 6 Mid Century Cantilevered Chrome Dining Arm Chairs Style of Mart Stam
By Mart Stam, Marcel Breuer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of matching 6 mid century cantilevered dining arm chairs In the style of Mart Stam chrome and
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Set of 4 Italian Chrome and Leather Chairs
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Set of 4 cantilevered Italian chrome and leather dining chairs. Original brown leather cushions and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1970
s Cantilever Chrome Frame Chair With Mustard Upholstery - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970's Cantilever Chrome Frame Dining Chairs With Mustard Upholstery - Set Of Four.
Classic
Category
Vintage 1970s French Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Marcel Breuer Style Cantilever Cesca Side Chair Set w/ Dining Table, Italy
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare set of 4 Italian-made "Cesca" chairs made in the style of Marcel Breuer paired with a matching
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Chrome T-Back Dining Chairs by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of 4 Milo Baughman cantilever chrome dining chairs. Curved chrome bar armrests with T-back.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Roche Bobois Black Dining Table and Six Chairs by Sacha Lakic, 2005
By Sacha Lakic, Roche Bobois
Located in Basildon, London
two finishes create contrast and depth.
Six cantilever black dining chairs compliment the table
Category
Early 2000s French Dining Room Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood
Mid century John Duffy tan leather chrome tube chair Only 1 Left
By Brueton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Post modern "Duffy" dining chair featuring cantilevered tubular chrome bases and tan leather
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 6 Saporiti italia chrome tube chairs Italy
By Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Post modern set of (6) Saporiti italia dining chairs featuring cantilevered tubular chrome bases
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 6 John Duffy tan leather chrome tube chairs
By Brueton
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Post modern set of (6) "Duffy" dining chairs featuring cantilevered tubular chrome bases and tan
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Verner Panton
1-2-3 System
Chairs, Set of Eight
By Verner Panton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic set of eight (8) Verner Panton '1-2-3' System Dining Chairs. Cantilevered design with
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Matteo Grassi Mid-Century Modern Bauhaus Italian Leather and Chrome Chairs
By Mart Stam, Matteo Grassi
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of six Mid-Century Modern Bauhaus tubular cantilever lounge chairs or dining
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Matteo Grassi Mid-Century Modern Bauhaus Italian Leather and Chrome Chairs
By Matteo Grassi, Mart Stam
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern Bauhaus tubular cantilever lounge chairs or dining
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 6 Mid Century 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
Six Danish Modern, Teak Cantilever Dining Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Six Danish modern. Teak cantilever dining chairs, of sleek design with down swept arms, expertly
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Brass Cantilever Dining Chairs with Woven Rush
By Chrome Craft
Located in Denton, TX
Set of 6 Cantilevered dining chairs with woven rush backs and upholstery covered seats by Chrome
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Four Preban Fabricius and Jorgen Kastholm Wicker Cantilevered Dining Chairs
By Jørgen Kastholm
Preben Fabricius
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Four Preban Fabricius and Jorgen Kastholm rocker cantilevered dining chairs. In excellent vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker
Pair of Vintage Brass Cantilever Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
A stunning and very comfortable pair of vintage cantilever dining chairs with brass frames. They
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Four Mid-Century Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman, Knoll
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This fun set of four Mid-Century chrome cantilever dining chairs have just enough class to dress up
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Four Brown Velvet Milo Baughman Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of four Milo Baughman chrome cantilever dining chairs. Brown velvet is original, circa 1970s
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Four Lugano Cantilever Dining Chairs by Mariani for Pace Collection
By Pace Collection
Located in Peabody, MA
Extremely comfortable set of four Lugano cantilevered dining chairs in polished chromed steel, made
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mariani for Pace Collection "Laguna" Cantilever Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Surprisingly comfortable cantilever dining chairs.
Manufactured in the early 80's.
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Set of Four Leather and Stainless Cantilever Dining Chairs by Brueton
By Brueton
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of four leather and stainless cantilever dining chairs by Brueton.
These chairs are a deep
Category
Late 20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
Set of 8 Paul Evans Cantilevered Dining Chairs for Directional, 1970s
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Hamburg, PA
A Mid-Century Modern set of 8 Paul Evans cantilevered dining chairs for Directional. This set
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe MR -10 Leather / Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of four International Style saddle brown leather and chrome framed cantilever dining chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian International Style Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
1980s Set of 8 Chrome Steel Cantilever Dining Chairs, Pace Furniture Attributed
By Pace Furniture Company
Located in Miami, FL
1980s Set of 8 Chrome Steel Cantilever Dining Chairs, Pace Furniture Attributed
Offered for sale
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Set of Six Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs Laguna Pace
By Pace Furniture Company
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a magnificent, set of six, chrome, cantilever dining chairs, two arm and
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mies Van Der Rohe Style Mid-Century Leather and Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mies Van Der Rohe style mid-century leather and chrome cantilever dining chairs - set of 6.
Each
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Eight Chrome Cantilevered Dining Chairs
By Pierre Cardin, Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in Danville, CA
Set of Eight Chrome Cantilevered Seat Dining Chairs by Dillingham. These chairs are from the
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Set of Cantilever Dining Chairs by Brueton
By Brueton
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Spacious proportions and padded arm rests make these chrome and vinyl cantilever arm chairs a comfortable
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 4 Bauhaus cantilever dining chairs, 1980
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
An extraordinary set of 4 cantilever chairs based on the Bauhaus icons by Marcel Breuer and Mart
Category
Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Marcel Breuer Cesca B32 cantilever Dining Chairs Italy
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Den Haag, NL
Set of four iconic Chairs. model b32 by Marcel Breuer in white Tube frame
Beechwood seats .Wicker
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker
1970s Vintage Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Basildon, London
This striking set of 6 vintage Italian style dining chairs feature bucket seats with a unique U
Category
Late 20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather
Stendig Steel and Dark Brown Leather Cantilevered Dining Chairs
By Stendig Co.
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Set of 8 leather and mirror polished steel dining chairs by Stendig circa early 1970s. These
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Eight Woven Wicker Panton Style Cantilever Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish set of eight woven leaf wicker dining chairs made in the Mid-Century Modern manner and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Cantilevered Dining Chairs by Daystrom, Set of Six
By Daystrom Furniture
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Set of six Mid-Century Modern chrome dining chairs featuring a cantilevered tubular metal frame and
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set 8 Mariani Pace Collection Cantilevered Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By Pace Collection
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely set of 8 cantilevered Pace collection Mariani dining chairs. This set does have some light
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of Six Stainless Steel Cantilever Dining Chairs by Brueton, 1980s
By Brueton
Located in Hamburg, PA
A stunning set of six dining chairs by Brueton, circa 1980s. The cantilever chairs are classic Mid
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of Eight Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Cantilevered Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant set of eight cantilevered Milo Baughman chairs. This particular design is unique
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
Set of Unique Mid-Century Modern Cantilever Dining Chairs by Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of six matching dining chairs combine comfort and style with sturdy construction perfect
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Mariani Pace Collection Cantilevered Dining Chairs
By Frank Mariani, Pace Collection, Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
A set of six 'Lugano' dining chairs by designer Frank Mariani, manufactured by the Pace Collection
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Bauhaus Green Brno Tubular Cantilever Dining Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Detroit, MI
or office, as dining or conference room chairs.
Additional Information:
Material: Steel
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Harvey Probber Mid Century Wicker and Chrome Cantilever Dining Chair
By Jørgen Kastholm
Preben Fabricius, Harvey Probber
Located in Baltimore, MD
An amazing vintage model D43 wicker and chrome cantilever chair designed by Preben Fabricius
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 4 Fabricius and Kastholm Harvey Probber D 43 Cantilevered Dining Chairs
By Harvey Probber, Jørgen Kastholm
Preben Fabricius
Located in New York, NY
Chic, architectural set of iconic D 43 dining chairs, by Fabricius and Kastholm for Harvey Probber
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Cantilever Chrome Dining Chairs Set of Ten
By Contemporary Shells Inc. 1
Located in Denton, TX
Set of 10 cantilevered dining chairs made by Contemporary Shells inc.
Contemporary Shell Inc was
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
4 Marcel Breuer Cesca B32 Cantilever Chairs
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Den Haag, NL
4 Marcel Breuer cantilever dining chairs. With a matching color upholstered seating. Model B32
Category
Vintage 1980s Austrian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
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
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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 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.
- 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 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.
- 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 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 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.
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