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Charles and Ray Eames DCW Walnut Plywood Dining Chair for Evans Products Company
By Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic DCW dining chair in walnut. Early Evans Products Company, Molded Plywood Division production
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rubber, Walnut, Plywood
Hans Wegner Sawbuck CH29 set of dining chairs Carl Hansen
Son Denmark 1952
By Carl Hansen
Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Amazing set of eight iconic model CH29 dining chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Teak, Plywood
Charles and Ray Eames Early DCW Walnut Plywood Dining Chairs for Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic pair DCW dining side chair in Walnut plywood. Early Herman Miller production from the
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rubber, Walnut, Plywood
Set Of 4 Hans Wegner CH29 Sawbuck Dining Chairs For Carl Hansen
Son, 1952
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Søn
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice set of 4 iconic model CH29 dining chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Carl
Category
Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Set of 8 Signed "Cubist" Dining Chairs by Vladimir Kagan with Original Labels
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
This rare and iconic set of eight dining chairs were realized by Vladimir Kagan- one of the most
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Set of 6 "Alice" Dining Chairs by Giorgio Cattelan in red leather, Italy 1980s
By Giorgio Cattelan, Cattelan Italia
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a set of 6 Iconic "Alice" Dining Chairs by Giorgio Cattelan. Chairs
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Charles
Ray Eames Early DCW Red aniline dye Ash Dining Chair for Evans Plywood
By Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Evans Products Company, Herman Miller
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic and early DCW dining chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames and manufacture by Evans Products
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ash, Plywood
Charles
Ray Eames DCW Ash dining chair with Dark Brown Leather seat for Vitra
By Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic DCW dining chair designed by Charles & Ray Eames and manufacture by Vitra, Germany. Solid
Category
Vintage 1940s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Ash
10 Armed Bauhaus Beech Bentwood J Hoffman Prague 811 Dining Chairs Style Thonet
By Thonet, Falcon, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Topeka, KS
iconic armed dining chairs designed by Josef Hoffman in the style of Thonet and surely you are too! Don’t
Category
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
8 Armed Bauhaus Beech Bentwood J Hoffman Prague 811 Dining Chairs Style Thonet
By Thonet, Falcon, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Topeka, KS
Europe today.
We are in love with these iconic armed dining chairs designed by Josef Hoffman in the
Category
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
4 Armed Bauhaus Beech Bentwood J Hoffman Prague 811 Dining Chairs Style Thonet
By Falcon, Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Europe today.
We are in love with these iconic armed dining chairs designed by Josef Hoffman in the
Category
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Set of 6 "Ingrid" Model Dining Chairs in Teak, Niels Koefoed, Denmark, c. 1960s
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a expansive set of six iconic "Ingrid" dining chairs, designed by Niels Koefoed for
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Set of 4 Model 1531 Dining Chairs by Paul McCobb for Planner Group
Winchendon
By Paul McCobb
Located in Deland, FL
Attention collectors! This iconic set of model #1531 dining chairs designed by the acclaimed Paul
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Maple
Set Of 6 Monk Dining Chairs By Afra And Tobia Scarpa For Molteni Italy 1974
By Afra
Tobia Scarpa, Molteni
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Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Scarpa for Molteni in Italy, 1974.
These iconic vintage dining chairs feature a solid walnut wooden
Category
Vintage 1970s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Very nice set (6) of Cab 413 black dining chairs by Mario Bellini for CASSINA
By Cassina
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Nice set (6) of the iconic Cab 413 dining chairs in black leather. Extremely comfortable and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
Set of 4 Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe MR10 Brown Leather Dining Chairs circa 1970s
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Shippensburg, PA
These iconic MR10 dining chairs designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe and manufactured by Knoll
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Set of 4 Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe MR10 Brown Leather Dining Chairs circa 1970s
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Shippensburg, PA
These iconic MR10 dining chairs designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe and manufactured by Knoll
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Coastal Pencil Reed Wiggle Chairs, a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fabulous Coastal Pencil Reed dining chairs. The iconic “wiggle Chair” design in a chic honey color
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Reed
$2,950 / set
Set Of 6 Dining Bentwood Armchairs type 30 By Thonet For Ton, 1960s
By Thonet, TON a.s.
Located in Zohor, SK
Iconic bentwood dining chairs type 30 by TON, original Thonet design. Produced in 1963, original
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
Set of Four Thonet Labeled Bentwood Cafe Bistro Chairs
By Thonet, Jacob
Josef Kohn
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Set of four iconic No. 18 cafe bistro dining chairs with original early 20th century paper labels
Category
20th Century Polish Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Set of 8 Tucroma Chairs by Guido Faleschini for Pace Collection
By Guido Faleschini
Located in Hanover, MA
Set of 8 amazingly comfortable iconic Italian designed "Tucroma" dining chairs by Guido Faleschini
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Toledo
Indoor/Outdoor Chair by Jorge Pensi for Amat, 1980s
By Jorge Pensi, Amat-3
Located in Bristol, GB
Vintage aluminum dining chair
An iconic award-winning design by Spanish designer Jorge Pensi
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Danish Modern Cherry CH24 Wishbone Chairs by Hans J. Wegner, 1990s
By Carl Hansen
Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Asaa, DK
iconic Scandinavian modern dining chairs in cherrywood with seat in woven paper cord. Included is six
Category
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cherry
Vintage J39 Peoples Chair in Beech by Børge Mogensen, 1960s Denmark
By FDB Møbler, Børge Mogensen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Iconic dining room chair designed by Børge Mogensen in 1947. This chair is made of beech wood and
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Mid Century Modern Set of 5 Charles Pollock Penelope Chairs for Castelli
By Castelli, Charles Pollock
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A set of 5 contemporary Charles Pollock Penelope Chairs for Castelli. This is a set of iconic
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of Eight Mario Bellini Black Leather CAB 412 Chairs for Cassina
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Dronten, NL
Iconic black leather CAB dining chairs designed by Mario Bellini in 1977 for Cassina.
Marked at
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Charles and Ray Eames Early restored DCW Walnut Plywood Chairs, Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic pair DCW dining side chair in Walnut plywood. Early Herman Miller production from the
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rubber, Walnut, Plywood
Charles
Ray Eames DSR Side Chair Ocean Blue for Vitra / Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic DSR (dining side chair rod base) chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra / Herman
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Zinc
Set of 4 Vintage Gilbert Marklund Chairs in Green Patinated Pine from the 1970s
By Furusnickarn AB, Gilbert Marklund
Located in Baambrugge, NL
.
These iconic Marklund dining chairs have a brutalist and architectural but yet playful design. They are
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Pine
1973, Pierre Paulin for Boro Belgium, Very Rare Organic 8810 Flower Chair
By BORO Belgium, Pierre Paulin
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
outdoor furniture in 1972 this 8810 model flower chair is now a very rare and sought after iconic piece of
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
1973, Pierre Paulin for Boro Belgium, Very Rare Organic 8810 Flower Chair
By BORO Belgium, Pierre Paulin
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
outdoor furniture in 1972 this 8810 model flower chair is now a very rare and sought after iconic piece of
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Early Edition Mario Bellini for Cassina "Cab 412" Set of 8 Leather Chairs, 1970s
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of 8 iconic "Cab" model 412 dining room chairs designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Charles
Ray Eames DKX-2 Side Chair with Black Bikini Pad for Vitra
By Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic DKX-2 (dining wire chair X-base) chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra. Steel
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern Dinning Chairs in The Manner of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern dinning chairs in the manner of the iconic thin-line dining chairs in
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1973, Pierre Paulin for Boro Belgium, Very Rare Organic 8810 Flower Chair
By Pierre Paulin, BORO Belgium
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
outdoor furniture in 1972 this 8810 model flower chair is now a very rare and sought after iconic piece of
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
1973, Pierre Paulin for Boro Belgium, Very Rare Organic 8810 Flower Chair
By BORO Belgium, Pierre Paulin
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
chair is now a very rare and sought after iconic piece of plastic design history Due to the oil crisis
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Nice set of 6 burgundy leather Cab 413 chairs - Mario Bellini - CASSINA Italy
By Cassina
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Nice set of the iconic Cab 413 dining chairs in burgundy leather. Extremely comfortable and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
Iconic Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Mid-Century Dining Room Set Table
6 Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in West Hartford, CT
Magnificent, iconic Milo Baughman matching dining room set that meausures thick glass and chrome
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
Set of 8 Hans Wegner Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and classic Danish modern dining chairs by icon, Hans Wegner. Marked. Pairs nicely with
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Rope
Pair of Gio Ponti Superleggera Dining Chairs
By Cassina, Gio Ponti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of iconic Gio Ponti Superleggera dining chairs with upholstered fabric.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Suede, Wood
$2,800 / item
Eames DCW Walnut Dining Chair for Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic pair of DCW dining chair in walnut plywood. The veneer and chair is in very good original
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rubber, Plywood
Norman Cherner Pair of Armchairs in Walnut
By Norman Cherner
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cherner's iconic molded plywood dining chairs in walnut. Newer editions about ten years old but
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Set of Four Rosewood Moller 78 and Two Moller 62 with New Papercord
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Seattle, WA
Rare and iconic set of 6 rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Moller for JL Møller
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Rosewood
Set of Six Rosewood Moller 82 with New Papercord
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Seattle, WA
Rare and iconic set of 6 rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Moller for JL Møller
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Rosewood
$7,196 / set
Vintage Coastal Carved Rope Dining Chairs, Set of 4
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage set of four hand carved dining chairs. The iconic rope pattern in a chic lightly cerused
Category
Late 20th Century North American Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rope
“Strip” Dining Chairs by Gijs Bakker for Castelijn, 1970s
By Castelijn, Gijs Bakker
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
chairs are an iconic expression of radical minimalism and postmodern sculptural form. Made entirely of
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of 6 Knoll Studio No. 71 Executive/ Conference Armchairs by Eero Saarinen
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
Chair design in 1946. It was a huge success and has gone on to become one of the most iconic chair
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Danish Modern Arne Hovmand Olsen Dining Chairs
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen
Located in Tulsa, OK
. **Notable Works**: Some of Hovmand-Olsen's most iconic pieces include dining tables, chairs, and sideboards
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Norman Cherner for Plycraft Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
By Plycraft, Norman Cherner
Located in Astoria, NY
Mid-Century Modern set of six iconic dining room chairs designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
1970s Vintage Leather and Chrome Dining Chairs by Mart Stam
By Mart Stam
Located in London, GB
A stylish and iconic set of vintage cantilever dining chairs, originally designed by Mart Stam in
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Scandinavian Modern Teak and Cane Dining Chair by Peter Hvidt for Soborg
By Soborg Mobler, Hvidt
Mølgaard
Located in Vienna, AT
This iconic excellent Scandinavian Modern teak dining chair Mod. 316 has been designed by Peter
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Vintage Coastal Dining Chairs in the Manner of John Hutton, Set of 8
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Incredible set of 8 vintage Coastal woven rattan dining chairs. An iconic weave structure done in
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Set of 4 "Pamplona" dining chairs by Augusto Savini for Pozzi, Italy 1960
By Augusto Savini, Pozzi
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Set of 4 Iconic "Pamplona" dining chairs designed by Augusto Savini for Pozzi. The chair has an
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Modern DCM Dining or Side Chairs by Charles Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Eames DCM dining chairs. An iconic plywood chair designed by the great
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Set of Six Ico and Luisa Parisi Dining Chairs by Ariberto Colombo, 1952
By Ariberto Colombo, Ico
Luisa Parisi
Located in Rome, IT
Set of iconic Ico & Luisa Parisi dining chairs
manufactured by Ariberto Colombo, Cantù, circa 1952
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Set of Two Scandinavian Modern Mod 75 Teak Dining Chairs by Niels O. Møller
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
Iconic set of Danish 1960s dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Møller. It was the second design he
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Teak, Textile
Pierre Chapo, Set of 4 Dining Chairs, Model S11, Elm and Leather, France 1970
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
2 sets of four dining chairs, Iconic model S11 in solid elmwood with Cognac original saddle leather
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Elm
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Iconic Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of iconic dining chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique iconic dining chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and hardwood. Find 27 antique and vintage iconic dining chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 12 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Iconic dining chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Iconic dining chairs made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Arne Jacobsen, Knoll and Fritz Hansen each produced beautiful iconic dining chairs that are worth considering.
How Much are Iconic Dining Chairs?
Prices for iconic dining chairs start at $559 and top out at $150,000 with the average selling for $2,213.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Iconic Dining Chairs
- Why is the Eames chair iconic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Eames chair is iconic due to its sleek and handsome design, making it the first lounge chair of its time to depart from more traditional, bulky styles. It is also exceptionally comfortable. This mid-century chair was designed by Charles and Ray Eames for the furniture company Herman Miller. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Eames chairs from top sellers worldwide.
- Why is the ghost chair iconic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Louis Ghost chair is iconic for its elegant clear Lucite design, created by Phillipe Starck in 2002. It makes it exceptionally versatile to incorporate into existing decor, as well as making it an eye-catching style statement. Shop a collection of ghost chairs from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023Some iconic chairs from the mid-century modern era include the Egg chair by Arne Jacobson, the La Chaise by Charles and Ray Eames and the Womb chair by Eero Saarinen. With their clean lines, organic shapes and simple details, these chairs reflect some of the key features of the style. Shop a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- 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 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.
- 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 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.
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