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Set of 8 Chic Barrel Back Dining Chairs with Silver Leaf Frames, 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Set of 8 barrel back dining chairs, with silver leaf frames and upholstered seats and backs, custom
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Silver Leaf
STUNNiNG SET OF FOUR FENDI CASA BROWN SUEDE DINING CHAIRS WITH CHROME FRAMES
By Fendi Casa
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
handmade, Fendi Casa, brown suede upholstered with chrome frames, dining occasional chairs
Please note
Category
20th Century European Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 2-12 Milo Baughman Dining Chairs with Steel Frame in COM
Located in New York, NY
Set of dining chairs with steel base, designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. USA, circa 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
White Oak Framed Dining Chair With Saddle Leather Seat by Bensen - Available Now
By Bensen
Located in Tulsa, OK
Made of solid wood with a removable saddle leather seat, the Tokyo dining room chair by Bensen nods
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Set of 8 Halo Soho High Back Brown Leather Dining Chairs Oak Frames
By HALO SOHO
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
dining chairs RRP £3,832
A very good looking well made and comfortable set of high back dining chairs
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Set of Eight Milo Baughman "1187" Chrome Frame Dining Chairs in New Upholstery
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of eight Milo Baughman "1187" dining chairs in new Brentano "Junction" upholstery. Chrome
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Suite of Six Elegant Early Victorian Antique Walnut Framed Dining Room Chairs 6
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
which is great for a dining chair. The frames are absolute pure class, they have a wonderful scroll back
Category
Antique 1860s English Early Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut
Brutalist rattan dining chairs
Located in Nijlen, VAN
Lovely set of six dining chairs with a gorgeaous oak frame and rattan seating. These chairs are
Category
Vintage 1970s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rattan
$1,305 / set
J. Robert Scott Dining or Side Chairs in Leather Upholstery with Shagreen Frame
By J. Robert Scott 1
Located in New York, NY
This set of four exquisite dining or side chairs by J. Robert Scott feature plush newly upholstered
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Shagreen
Set of 4 Tubular Frame and Cane Cantilever Zigzag Dining Chairs, Italy, 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
intended, for example, dining or office chairs. And also as a wonderful decoration for your home. Measures
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Niels Vodder Dining Chairs
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of four Vodder dark walnut framed dining chairs,one arm chair and three side chairs all with
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Muriel Coleman Dining Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Set of six Muriel Coleman dining chairs. Square metal frames in a flat black lacquer finish on
Category
Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Milo Baughman Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of eight Milo Baughman dining chairs with squared chromed tube frames, upholstered seat
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Arco by Burkhard Vogtherr Black Metal and Grey Frame Dining Chairs, Set of 10
By Arco, Burkhard Vogtherr
Located in Basildon, London
Originally designed by Burkhard Vogtherr for Arco in 2000, the Frame dining chair remains a classic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Classic Chrome Dining Chair
Located in New York, NY
Set of dining chairs with tubular frames in polished chrome finish. USA, circa 1970.
Dimensions
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
Milo Baughman Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of six Baughman square tubed chrome framed dining chairs with padded seat and back cushion
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Milo Baughman Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
A set of six Milo Baughman "1187" dining chairs with chrome frames. Frames are in mint condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$8,450 / set
Leather
Wood Dining Chairs
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration a set of eight dining chairs constructed with solid wood frame and leather
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Milo Baughman Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of six Milo Baughman dining chairs sitting on chrome square frames, Mfg Thayer Coggin
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Modern Steel Dining Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A modern style bronzed sawn steel frame dining chair with a 'cut' channeled tight back upholstered
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...
Materials
Steel
$3,915 / item
Milo Baughman Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
A unique set of dining chairs by Milo Baughman. Chrome frames, vinyl seats, tufted backs. These can
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$7,450 / set
Set of 8 Architectural Chrome Frame Dining Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Set of 8 dining chairs with square stock chromed steel frames. Labeled Thayer Coggin on underside
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Steel
A Set of Twelve Italian Painted Gilt Wood Frame Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs
Located in Tarry Town, NY
This set of twelve Italian Louis XVI style dining chairs exemplifies timeless elegance and
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Giltwood
Set of 6 Charles Dudouyt Style Rush Back Oak Frame Dining Chairs C1940s France
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Trensacq, FR
Fabulous set of six French Charles Dudouyt style oak and rush back and seat dining chairs C1940
Category
Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Oak
Set of Eight Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of eight vinyl dining chairs with a black lacquered frame and nail head detail lining the seat
Category
Vintage 1960s Dining Room Chairs
Set of 4 1970
s Mod Ate van Apeldoorn Style Square Frame Pine Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970's Mod Ate van Apeldoorn style boxy square frame pine dining chairs with slanted armrests. One
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Pine
Eric Buck Styled Dining Chairs
By Erik Buch
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of four dark walnut framed dining chairs with bright green wool upholstery in the manner of
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Set 6 Brass Dining chairs
Located in North Miami, FL
A set of 6 dining chairs with brass frames. Chairs have a clean and simple design.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Four Walnut Armless Dining Chairs
Located in Pasadena, TX
A set of four mid century modern dining chairs. Walnut frames with original brown upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut, PVC
Dining Chairs By Niels Vodder
By Niels Vodder
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A set of 6 tailored high back dining chairs on teak frames with tapered legs.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
Set of 6 Dining Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 6 beautifully made American dining chairs in walnut frame with caned back and upholstered
Category
Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Upholstery
$1,200
Teak Dining Chairs Holland, 1960s
By Louis Van Teeffelen
Located in Den Haag, NL
Teak dining chair .Solid Teak frame ,comes with a faux Black Leather upholstery .
Like the shape
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
$1,720 / set
Midcentury Paul McCobb Dining Chairs
By Paul McCobb
Located in North Hollywood, CA
dining chairs features a stunning maple frame. The chairs are missing the back cushion, but it can be
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Maple
$3,750 / set
Set of 10 Dining Chairs
Located in Pomona, CA
Wonderful quality set of ten dining chairs. The frame is mahogany wood carved in sunflower pattern
Category
1990s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany
$4,200 / set
Milo Baughman - Chrome Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Architectural chrome frame dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer-Coggin. Will
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Ten Milo Baughman Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of 10 Milo Baughman chrome frame dining chairs.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Six Modern Italian Dining Chairs
Located in Pasadena, TX
A set of six mid century modern Italian dining chairs. Walnut frames with brass decoration and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Eric Buck Danish Dining Chairs
By Erik Buch
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of four teak framed dining chairs with wool blend oat meal toned upholstery, made in Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Ebonized Dining Chairs Scandinavian, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Den Haag, NL
Fantastic set of dining chairs. Black ebonized frame, with a papercord seating. Please take a look
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Papercord
$2,610 / set
Vintage plywood dining chairs, 1990s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 6 postmodern design dining chairs with grey metal frames and plywood seats.
Timeless and
Category
1990s Belgian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
$2,835 / set
George Nelson Tubular Dining Chairs
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A set of four Nelson satin zine tubular framed dining chairs with upholstered seat backs and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
$2,400 / set
Vintage industrial dining chairs, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage plywood and metal frame dining chairs in the manner of Friso Kramer. - Set of 9
This type
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plywood
$1,180 / set
Hans J. Wegner Dining Chairs
By Carl Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner dining chairs with frame of partly solid oak.
New weaved cane seat.
Model CH
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak
$3,797 / set
Johannes Andersen Four Dining Chairs
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of four Johannes Andersen dining chair for Uldum Møbelfabrik, with frame of rosewood.
New
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
$2,847 / set
Johannes Andersen Six Dining Chairs
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of six Johannes Andersen dining chair for Uldum Møbelfabrik, with frame of solid Oregon pine
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Pine
$3,322 / set
Vintage danish dining chairs, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Solid oak dining chairs made in Denmark.
Elegant frames with newly upholstered seats in black
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
$1,127 / set
Midcentury Danish Oak Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
An unusual set of six Danish midcentury oak dining chairs, produced in Denmark, circa 1960
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Mid Century Steel Dining Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Mid century steel frame dining chair with a nickel finish steel frame, boxed upholstered back and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room ...
Materials
Steel
$1,635 / item
Vintage scandinavian dining chairs 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century danish dining chairs made from teak frames and grey fabric seats.
Elegantly designed
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
$1,008 / set
Hans J. Wegner Dining Chair
By Carl Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner dining chairs with frame of solid oak and teak.
Original weaved papercord seat
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak, Teak
Hans J. Wegner Dining Chair
By Carl Hansen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Hans J. Wegner dining chairs with frame of solid oak and teak.
New weaved cane seat.
Model CH-23
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Oak, Teak
Set of 6 Milo Baughman Dining architectural dining chairs
Located in St. Louis, MO
Set of 6 dining side chairs with chrome frames and ivory woven fabric.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Dining Chairs by Alvar Aalto
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Oslo, NO
Outstanding set of four dining chairs on a painted beech frame and new upholstery in leather
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Leather
Vintage Chrome Dining Chairs, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Tubular chrome and black leather cantilever italian dining chairs.
Beautifully shaped tubular
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$2,135 / set
Vintage Chrome Dining Chairs, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Tubular chrome and black leather cantilever italian dining chairs.
Beautifully shaped tubular
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$2,367 / set
Vintage Chrome Dining Chairs, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Unique chrome frame dining chairs with a hanging black skai/faux leather black upholstery
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$2,076 / set
Cross Frame Chair by Max Bill
By Max Bill
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Max Bill
Cross frame chair
Lacquered beech
available in all black, all beech or beech with black
Category
Mid-20th Century European Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
$980 / item
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Dining Chair Frame For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic dining chair frame available at 1stDibs. A dining chair frame — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. There are 282 variations of the antique or vintage dining chair frame you’re looking for, while we also have 66 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect dining chair frame — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A dining chair frame made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one dining chair frame that is appealing in its simplicity, but Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik and Modshop produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Dining Chair Frame?
Prices for a dining chair frame can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $76 and can go as high as $36,400, while the average can fetch as much as $2,394.
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 Dining Chair Frame
- 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
- 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 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024No 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, 2022No, 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, 2023To 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.
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