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Eight Signed Paul Evans Original Cityscape Dining Chairs Chrome, Directional
By Paul Evans
Located in Lambertville, NJ
dining room side chairs for Directional, circa early 1970s, new hope, PA. Original paper labels on bottom
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Cracked Ice McGuire Furniture San Francisco Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By McGuire
Located in Miami, FL
six (6) "Cracked Ice" dining chairs by McGuire Furniture Co., San Francisco. These iconic chairs by
Category
Vintage 1980s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Cane, Rattan, Oak
Niels Koefoed "Peter" Dining Chairs for Koefoed Hornslet, Set of Six
By Koefoeds Hornslet, Niels Koefoed
Located in Trenton, NJ
This striking set of Mid-Century Modern dining chairs feature iconic sculptural teak seat backs
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Excellent Set of Six Cast Aluminum Klismos Dining Chairs by Thinline
By Thinline
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of six iconic klismos dining chairs by Thinline, in high quality cast aluminum, finished in new
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Enamel
Franz Schuster Mid Century Modern Vintage Eight Dining Chair 1950s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
blonde and brown color by
Franz Schuster, 1950s Vienna.
An iconic set of eight ( 8 ) dining chairs or
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Mid Century Modern Vintage Franz Schuster Bicolor Dining Chairs 1950s Vienna
By Roland Rainer, Franz Schuster
Located in Vienna, AT
blonde and brown color by Franz Schuster, 1050s Vienna.
An iconic set of twelve 12 dining chairs or
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Plywood
Set of 8 Niels Møller Model 78 Rosewood Dining Chairs, 1962
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in London, England
Niels O. Møller
Model 78 dining chairs, 1962
Set of 8 iconic model 78 dining chairs designed
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Cotton, Cord
Six Razorblade Dining Chairs in Carved Oak by Kjaernulf Denmark, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Set of 6 Iconic Razorblade oak dining chairs by Henning ("Henry") Kjærnulf made in Denmark the 1960
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Set of 4 Pro Restored Reupholstered MCM Broyhill Brasília Dining Chair
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Las Vegas, NV
iconic set of four mid-century modern dining chairs from the celebrated Brasília collection by Broyhill
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Kai Kristiansen in Teak Dining Chairs Model 31 for Schou Andersen
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
This set of iconic dining room chairs known as Model 31 were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak, Wool
Hans J. Wegner CH-33 Dining Chairs for Carl Hansen
Søn
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four iconic CH-33 dining chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn in Denmark
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Vintage Costal Cracked Ice Rattan Dining Chairs After McGuire, Set of Four
By McGuire
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic set of six vintage Coastal dining chairs. The iconic “Cracked Ice” design. Done in the
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Tobia Scarpa Eight Blonde Walnut Black Leather Dining Chairs Monk, Italy, 1970s
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vienna, AT
iconic set of dining chairs made out of walnut frame in honey brown color tone and black stitched saddle
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Kai Kristiansen Set of 8 Model 42 Rosewood and Leather Dining Chairs
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
for good reason. It remains one of the most iconic and successful dining chairs from the mid-20th
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Mid-Century Modern Bentwood Dining Chairs by Thonet after Charles Eames DCW
By Herman Miller, Thonet, Charles Eames
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An iconic looking dining chair design produced by Thonet in the 1970s. It features molded plywood
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Set of 6 Moller Dining Chairs model 78 and 62 Rosewood
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
Mies Van der Rohe Knoll Flat Bar BRNO Dining Chairs in Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Miami, FL
Mies Van der Rohe Knoll Flat Bar BRNO Dining Chairs in Leather
Offered for sale is a set of six
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Charles and Ray Eames early DCW Ash Dining Chair for Herman Miller
By Charles Eames, Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic DCW dining chair in ash plywood. The ash veneer is in very good condition with nice patina
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ash, Plywood
Poul Volther Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Paper Cord Dining Chairs by Frem Røjle
By Frem Røjle, Poul Volther
Located in Topeka, KS
, my goodness this is a marvelous iconic Scandinavian Modern dining chair! And to get them as a set of
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Rosewood
Set of Eight Mid-Century Modern Cane Dining Chairs after Josef Frank Thonet
By Josef Frank, Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An iconic classic set of Prague dining chairs originally designed by Josef Frank & Josef Hoffmann
Category
Vintage 1970s Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Birch
Charles and Ray Eames Black DAX Dining Chairs with Green Fabric by Vitra
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra, Charles Eames
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic DAX dining chair set of 6 in black fiberglass with green fabric and black steel bases
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Prague Dining Chairs by Josef Frank
Hoffman
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Iconic set of bentwood Prague dining chairs originally designed by Josef Frank & Josef Hoffmann in
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of 10 Moller Dining Chairs model 78 and 62 Rosewood and Papercord
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Seattle, WA
Rare and iconic set of 10 rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels Otto Moller for JL Møller
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Papercord, Rosewood
6 x Matteo Grassi MG15 Cognac Leather Dining Chairs Mart Stam Italy 1980
By Mart Stam, Matteo Grassi
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Vintage Leather Matteo Grassi MG15 Dining Chairs - Cognac Color
Elevate your dining space with a
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set Of Four "Rungstedlund" Dining Room Chairs By Ole Wanscher For P. Jeppesen
By Ole Wanscher, Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik
Located in Lejre, DK
. Jeppesen in the 1960s, is a splendid and iconic collection of dining chairs.
Ole Wanscher, a prominent
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Set of Eight Rosewood Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs Model 31 for Schou Andersen
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Bridgeport, CT
This set of iconic dining room chairs known as Model 31 were designed by Kai Kristiansen in 1956
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Rosewood
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
Set of Six Dining Room Chairs Saarinen House by Adelta, Finland, circa 1983
By Adelta, Eliel Saarinen
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
with engraved Serial No on the bottom. By the way, this terrific set of iconic dining room chairs was
Category
Late 20th Century Finnish Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Maple
Set of Six
Prague
Dining Chairs by Josef Frank
Josef Hoffmann, 1960s, Signed
By Josef Hoffmann, Josef Frank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An amazing authentic set of six (6) iconic 'Prague' bentwood dining chairs by Josef Frank and Josef
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood, Cane
Set Of 6 Afra And Tobia Scarpa Monk Dining Chairs For Molteni Italy 1974
By Afra
Tobia Scarpa, Molteni
C
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Scarpa for Molteni in Italy, 1974. These iconic vintage dining chairs feature a solid walnut wooden frame
Category
Vintage 1970s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Milo Baughman Set of 8 Chrome Dining Chairs in Ivory Bouclé, c. 1975
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
As if too good to be true super sleek and sexy set of eight chrome dining chairs by iconic Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Vintage Set of 6 Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Mr10 Leather Dining Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A set of six of the iconic MR10 dining chair designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927, these
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Milo Baughman Set of 12 Chrome Dining Chairs in Ivory Bouclé, circa 1975
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
As if too good to be true super sleek sexy and huge set of twelve chrome dining chairs by iconic
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Set of 6 Charles
Ray Eames Mid Century Modern DCW Dining Chairs Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Iconic DCW Eames dining chairs in oak plywood. Chairs have been in storage for over 30 years so
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rubber, Oak
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Prague Cane Dining Chairs by Josef Frank
Hoffman
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann, Josef Frank
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The caning is absolutely beautiful on this iconic set of Prague dining chairs originally designed
Category
Vintage 1970s Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Large Set of 10 Paul Frankl Mid-Century Modern Lattice Dining Chairs, c. 1950
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Fully professionally restored large set of ten Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Lattice Dining Chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Set of 5 Dining Chairs Model CH29P by Hans Wegner
Carl Hansen, Early Edition
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen
Søn
Located in Lejre, DK
The saw bench chair CH29P in oak is an iconic dining room chair designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1952
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Leather
12 Armed Bauhaus Beech Bentwood J Hoffman Prague 811 Dining Chairs Style Thonet
By Thonet, Falcon, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Topeka, KS
are in love with these iconic armed dining chairs designed by Josef Hoffman in the style of Thonet and
Category
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
Set Of 6 Monk Dining Chairs By Afra And Tobia Scarpa For Molteni Italy 1974
By Molteni
C, Afra
Tobia Scarpa
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
Set of Six Ico and Luisa Parisi Ebonized Dining Chairs by Ariberto Colombo, 1952
By Ico
Luisa Parisi, Ariberto Colombo
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 Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
Set of 6 Vintage Cesca Dining Chairs by Marcel Breuer, 2 Armchairs and 4 Sides
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 6 Vintage Cesca Dining Chairs by Marcel Breuer
Offered for sale is s a set of 6 iconic
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane
Set of Six Kai Kristiansen Teak A-Frame Dining Chairs in Teak 1950
s Denmark
By Kai Kristiansen, Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Ultra-rare set of six iconic dining room chairs known as the A-Frame model. Designed by Kai
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Teak
Bill Stephens Knoll 1300 Series Black Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern Set of 6
By Knoll, Bill Stephens
Located in Topeka, KS
needed. Please see photos. This set, circa 1970s.
What an exciting and iconic set of dining chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
Jens Risom Iconic "Playboy" Chairs and Dining Table, circa 1960
By Jens Risom
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of six sculptural Playboy chairs by exemplary designer Jens Risom with extendable dining table
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Set of Six Signed Lucite Lion in Frost Chairs
By Lion in Frost
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Set of iconic Leon Frost dining chairs; substantial upholstered Lucite dining chairs with original
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lucite, Upholstery
Set of 5 Ernst Moeckl White Kangaroo Chairs, Germany, 1960s
By Trabant, Ernst Moeckl
Located in DE MEERN, NL
testament to the iconic design of the era.
Crafted from high-quality materials, these chairs are not only
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass
Set of Four Blue
Little Tulip
Chairs by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A good, freshly upholstered set of four of these iconic swivel side or dining chairs by Pierre
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Vico Magistretti, Set of 4 "Carimate" Chairs for Cassina, Italian Modern, 1970s
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Odense, DK
Set of 4 iconic Carimate dining chairs in solid wood and straw. Later painted black.
Designed by
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Straw, Beech
Pair of Iconic Gio Ponti Chairs, Italy 1958
By Gio Ponti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of iconic Gio Ponti dining chairs.
Beautifully designed; item restored and ready to be shipped
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Charles
Ray Eames DSR side chair Medium Blue fiberglass for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra, Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic DSR (Dining Side chair Rod base) chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Zinc
Set of 4 Cool Mid-Century Modern Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Ribbon Chairs
By John Salterini
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Four chic Mid-Century Modern iconic ribbon designed dining chairs by Tempestini for Salterini
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
1958, Verner Panton for Rosenthal, Cone Chair in Original Orange Linen Fabric
By Verner Panton, Rosenthal
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
Iconic chair, comfortable as side chair or dining chair. More pieces available in different colors
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Stunning Cab 413 chairs in natural leather by Mario Bellini for CASSINA Italy
By Mario Bellini
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
A perfect set of iconic Cab 413 dining chairs, crafted in natural leather. These exceptionally
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
Nice set of 4 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
Set of 4 Teak Folke Palsson Danish Mid-Century Modern J 77 Chairs by FDB Mobler
By FDB Møbler, Folke Palsson
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Danish Modern J 77 dining chairs in teak, designed by Folke Palsson made by FDB Mobler
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Niels Moller Rosewood 78 Dining Chair Set
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in London, England
most iconic and sought after dining chairs from the Danish modern era. Reupholstered in new black
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Iconic Mid-Century Modern Lucite X-Base Dining Room Set Table and Six Chairs
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning mid century lucite dining room set features glass top table with coveted double pedestal X
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Fabric, Glass, Lucite
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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 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 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 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 ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if a dining chair is good quality, first push on the backrest. Wobbling or creaking may indicate that a chair is poorly made. Next, look over every visible part of the frame. Good-quality dining chairs should display even finishes and tight-fitting joints. If the chair has upholstery, examine it for any gaps or wrinkles, which may suggest poor craftsmanship. Find a large selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
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