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1960s Teak Johannes Andersen Dining Chairs for Uldum Denmark, Set of 6
By Johannes Andersen, Eva Johannes Andersen, Johannes Andersen and C. F. Christensen, Uldum Møbelfabrik
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Set of 6 Scandinavian Modern curved dining chairs by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood, Teak

Six Danish Rosewood Curved Back Dining Chairs
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of six Mid-century Danish rosewood dining chairs designed in 1955 handcrafted with solid
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Milo Baughman Curved Cane Back Dining Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
BeautifulMilo Baughman high curved back cane dining chairs. Chairs have no arms and have all the
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany

Set of 5 Milo Baughman Curved Cane Back Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Wayne, NJ
Set of 5 Milo Baughman curved cane back dining chairs.
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Cane

4 Midcentury Danish Curved Back Dining Chairs in Black Vinyl
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of four midcentury Danish dining chairs handcrafted of solid walnut with dramatic curved backs
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Mid Century Norwegian Teak Dining Chairs Curved Back
By Neils O. Möller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Mid Century Norwegian teak dining chairs curved back. Black Vinyl seat cushions - Chairs
Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Mid-century Kai Kristiansen Teak Curved Back Danish Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of ten midcentury Danish dining chairs designed by Kai Kristiansen, 1955, Denmark. The chairs
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Set of Eight Midcentury Danish Teak Curved Back Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen, Hans J. Wegner, Arne Jacobsen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of eight ( 8 ) teak dining chairs with barrel / ribbon backs, made in Denmark, ca. 1960s
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Teak

Set of 6 Milo Baughman Curved Cane Back Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful set of 6 Milo Baughman high curved back cane dining chairs. (4) Of the chair have no arms
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Horseshoe Curved Back Mahogany Dining Chair A
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern horseshoe curved back mahogany dining chair A. Item features unique
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Warren Platner Curved Wire Dining Chairs for Knoll 1960s Sculptural Modernism
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Warren platner sculptural curved wire dining chairs for Knoll, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s, USA. For
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Nickel

Set of 8 Lane Acclaim Curved Back Black Vinyl Dining Chairs
By Lane Acclaim
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Rare set of eight Mid-Century Modern Lane Acclaim dining chairs. Lane's Acclaim line is one of the
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antonio Volpe Mid-Century Modern Italian Curved Beech Dining Chairs, 1940s
By Antonio Volpe
Located in Puglia, Puglia
These chairs were produced by the Volpe company, leader in Italy in the curved beech technique, a
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Straw, Beech

Set of 10 Custom Modern Curved Back Metal Dining Chairs by Carrocel
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Set of 10 custom modern curved back metal dining chairs by Carrocel. Featuring curved back polished
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 6 Custom Modern Curved Back Metal Dining Chairs by Carrocel
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Set of 6 custom modern curved back metal dining chairs by Carrocel. Custom upholstered with back
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Six Walnut Regency Style Curved Back Dining Room Chairs with Saber Legs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Six walnut Regency style curved back dining chairs with saber legs. Item features 2 armchairs, 4
Category

Mid-20th Century American Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Rare Curved Scarpa Style Dining Chairs, Leather and Wood, Italy, 1960s/70s
By Afra Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A rare set of four Afra & Tobia Scarpa style dining chairs, with wavy curved back of original
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Curved Back Red Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a set of six Mid-Century Modern dining chairs. They are made of walnut, featuring curved
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Midcentury Danish Teak Barrel Back Curved Black Vinyl Dining Side Chairs, Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Midcentury Danish modern teak barrel back curved black vinyl dining side chairs - a pair. Item
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Teak

4 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish Style Curved Back Walnut Oak Dining Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
4 vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish style curved back walnut and oak dining chairs. This listing
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Eight Danish Dining Chairs
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of eight danish curved back teak dining chairs attributed to Hans Olsen. Newly upholstered
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Six Mid-Century Modern Danish Curved Wood Chairs, 1960
Located in Puglia, Puglia
6 beautiful Danish dining chairs with curved wooden seats and backs. The chairs are made of oakwood
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Erik Buch Dining Chairs Danish
By Erik Buch
Located in Otley, GB
highly desirable; & are the epitome of organic lines, tactile curves & stunning wood. The dining chairs
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Sculptural Danish Modern Dining Chairs
By Randers Møbelfabrik
Located in Denton, TX
Set of six teak curved back dining chairs with original vinyl seats in the style of Kai Kristiansen
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Italian Mid-Century Modern Curved Plywood Chairs by Carlo Bartoli
By Carlo Bartoli
Located in Weesp, NL
Carlo Bartoli curved plywood Mid-Century Modern Italian chairs for T70, Italy. These elegant and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Four A. Sibau Italian Dining Chairs
By A. Sibau
Located in Baltimore, MD
Spectacular set of four Italian curved -back dining side chairs by A. Sibau featuring sturdy, solid
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Kai Kristiansen Style Reupholstered Curved Back Gray Chairs, 1960s, Pair of Two
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
. Great as side chairs or dining chairs. Comfortable. Structurally sound, in good vintage condition
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak, Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet

Set of Four Wicker Dining Chairs, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary set of four wicker curved back dining chairs. Slight color variance on the back frame
Category

20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wicker

Set of Eight Swedish Style Dining Chairs
Located in Manhasset, NY
chairs comprised this set of fine custom quality dining chairs. The curved tapering legs leading to a
Category

Vintage 1950s English Hepplewhite Dining Room Chairs

Elegant Set of Six French Art Deco Oak Chairs, 1940s, Graceful Curves Bouclé
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Set of Six French Art Deco Dining Chairs, 1940s - Solid Oak Elegance with Bouclé Fabric and
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Woodard Iron Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs
By Russell Woodard
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 4 Woodard curve back Mid-Century Modern outdoor dining chairs Offered is a set of 4 Mid
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Exceptional Midcentury Dining Chairs Jean Royère Style
By Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa, Biedermeier
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Spectacular build and quality in this set of four curved ballon back dining chairs. Having a
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood, Fruitwood

Kai Kristiansen Ivory Tweed Curved Back Teak Chairs, Danish, 1960s, Pair of Two
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in New York, NY
Set of two beautiful midcentury chairs, Kai Kristiansen’s iconic curved back chair Silhouette. Teak
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Teak

Set of 4 +1 Mid-Century Modern Woodard Iron Curve Back Outdoor Arm Chairs
By Russell Woodard
Located in Wilmington, DE
Set of 4 +1 Woodard curve back Mid-Century Modern outdoor dining chairs Offered is a set of 4 Mid
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

1940s Guglielmo Ulrich Set of 8 Dining Chairs
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in London, GB
A fabulous set of 8 curved walnut dining chairs designed by G.Ulrich, produced in Italy c.1940s
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut

Set of 6 Regency English Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
The set of 6 English Regency dining chairs with curved backs, scrolled arms (2 armchairs) and
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of 4 Henning Jensen Torben Valeur Dining Chairs
By Henning Jensen Torben Valeur, Munch Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Henning Jensen & Torben Valeur for Munch Mübler oak dining chairs with curved back and
Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool, Oak

Italian Vintage Dining Chairs, Set of Eight, Guglielmo Ulrich
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Italian Vintage Dining Chairs, Set of Eight, Guglielmo Ulrich A rare 1940s, curved walnut dining
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech

Set of Four Rosewood Dining Chairs Known as Model 32
By Korup Stolefabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
Set of six dining chairs with curved rosewood backrests sliding into rosewood armrests and elegant
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Teak

Eight Mid-Century Modern Chromed Tubular and Leather Dining Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Hanover, MA
Set of eight vintage 1970's chromed tubular steel curved back cantilevered dining chairs attributed
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Six Rosewood Dining Chairs Topform, the Netherlands, 1960
By Topform
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
. They have beautiful curved spindled backrests. The dining chairs are in very good original condition
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Rosewood

Borge Mogensen Style Set of 6 Mid-Century Danish Dining Chairs
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 Mid-Century teak dining chairs with curved backrests and skai seats inspired by the work
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

1960s Set of Six Rosewood Dining Chairs Known as Model 32
Located in Knebel, DK
  Set of six dining chairs with curved rosewood backrests sliding into rosewood armrests
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood, Teak

Set of Six Modern Oak Horseshoe Back Dining Chairs Hans Wegner Style
By Hans J. Wegner, Lawrence Peabody
Located in Houston, TX
Set of six modern oak dining chairs with curved horseshoe backs in the style of Hans Wegner.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 12 Vladimir Kagan for Directional Dining Chairs in Ivory White Bouclé
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
parts. Famed for his use of organic shapes and curves, these Vladimir Kagan dining chairs have a
Category

1990s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Six Mid Century Danish Modern Curved Back Walnut Dining Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of six stunning vintage Mid-Century Modern curved T-back walnut dining chairs with sculpted
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Six Art Deco Style Burr Walnut Dining Chairs after Harry Lou Epstein Patina 6
By Harry Lou Epstein Furniture Co
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
dining chairs after Harry & Lou Epstein A very decorative and nicely made suite of dining chairs, the
Category

20th Century English Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Sleek Curved Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley for Drexel Armchairs
By Edward Wormley, Drexel
Located in Hudson, NY
Stunning pair of Drexel armchairs from the 1960s constructed of carved fruit or nutwood with upholstered seats.  
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Midcentury Rosewood Single Chair Danish Modern
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury Danish modern Rosewood barrel back / curved back dining or side chair Features
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

English Regency Carved Mahogany Curved Back Dining Side Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
English Regency carved mahogany curved back dining side chairs - Set of 4. Set features drop seats
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Regency Side Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Six 1970s Bielecky Brothers Cane Wrapped Arm Chairs
By Bielecky Brothers
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of six cane wrapped dining chairs with curved set back arms and arched top backs. Wood frames
Category

Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Coral

Set of Six Chairs Paul McCobb Planner Group
By Paul McCobb
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of six dining chairs with curved back support and visible dowel joints of the spindled legs
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Maple

Oak Ladder Back Chairs by Henning Kjaernulf, Denmark, 1960s, Set of 6
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Henning Henry Kjærnulf. The high back gives a very scupltural look to these dining chairs. The curves in
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Brutalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

Six Ebonized Mid-Century Modern Chairs Attributed to Gio Ponti, Italy circa 1950
By Gio Ponti
Located in Markington, GB
vintage condition A set of six ebonized and rush seated dining chairs, twin curved bar back, tapered
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Wood

Set of Six Brutalist Oak Dining Chairs, France, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of Six Brutalist Oak dining chairs, France, 1960s Brutalist, Oak dining chairs with curved
Category

Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Chairs

Materials

Oak

1960s Joaquim Tenreiro Brazilian Dining Chairs in Rosewood Set of Nine
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
Ships from New York, NY. Set of nine 1960s Brazilian jacaranda dining chairs with curved back by
Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rosewood

Curved Low Back Windsor, England, circa 1690
Located in Culver City, CA
Curved low back windsor, England, circa 1690 Beautifully primitive form with stick legs and
Category

Antique Late 17th Century English Windsor Chairs

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Curved Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the curved dining chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A curved dining chair — often made from wood, fabric and hardwood — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a curved dining chair, we have 78 options in-stock, while there are 20 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer curved dining chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A curved dining chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one curved dining chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Carrocel, Modshop and Russell Woodard produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Curved Dining Chair?

A curved dining chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,702, while the lowest priced sells for $295 and the highest can go for as much as $48,000.

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

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    A dining room chair is called a dining chair. However, depending on its style, you may also see a dining chair referred to by other names. Armless ones placed along the long sides of rectangular and oval tables are side chairs, while the chairs with arms that often go at the heads of tables are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs 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 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    No one knows for sure why some dining chairs with arms are called carvers. However, it likely relates to the historical use of these chairs. Technically, carver is the nickname for a specific type of dining chair with arms, not for all dining armchairs. A Colonial American design, a carver chair features a backrest that wraps around the sides and forms arms. Traditionally, the carver chair went at the head of the table, and often the family member responsible for carving the primary entrée sat at this place. As a result, the chair's purpose for seating the carver of the meal is one potential explanation for the nickname. Another is that the name comes from John Carver, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. Reportedly, Carver owned one of these chairs, and people began referring to them by his name as a result. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of carver chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The seat of a dining room chair is typically 18 inches from the floor and 16 to 20 inches wide.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, your dining room table and chairs do not need to match. Coordinated colors and styles can add visual flair to a space, and is a great way to show off your personal style. Shop a collection of dining room tables and chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To protect your woven dining chairs, try a fabric protection spray designed for the specific type of material. Follow the application directions printed on the bottle for best results. Also, wipe your chairs clean after every meal with a slightly damp cloth to reduce the risk of stains. On 1stDibs, find a range of woven dining chairs.