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Antique Table and Eight Chairs, Renaissance Style, circa 1890, Renovated
Located in Chorzów, PL
An antique table with 8 chairs from the end of the 19th century. Furniture in very good condition
Category

Antique 1890s Dutch Renaissance Revival Dining Room Sets

Materials

Oak

Rare Set of Ten Kembo Dining Chairs with Hardwood Armrests The Netherlands 1950s
By Kembo
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A rare set of ten armrest chairs produced by Kembo The Netherlands, early 1950s Top quality
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Dining Room Chairs Chairs Brutalist Top Form
By Topform
Located in Lemmer, NL
Vintage dining room chairs chairs brutalist Top form Period 1950s Designs Top form The
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Living Room Sets

Materials

Oak

Vintage Industrial Steel Metal Dining Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
Machine shop style, industrial metal dining chairs, in original condition. Seat and backs were hand
Category

20th Century Dutch Industrial Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal

Set of Four Brutalist Mid-Century Oak Dining Chairs 4
Located in London, GB
Set of four brutalist mid-century oak dining chairs (4). A set of four oak dining chairs
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Modern Rosewood and Bouclé IK Dining Chairs by Inger Klingenberg
By Inger Klingenberg
Located in Nijlen, VAN
Set of four IK chairs by Inger Klingenberg. Set of four IK dining chairs by danish designer Inger
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Rosewood

1970s Lundi Sit Chair by Gijs Boelaars for Lundia
Located in San Gabriel, CA
1970s Lundi Sit architectural design chair by Gijs Boelaars for Lundia. Made in the Netherlands
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Space Age Stools

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Rosewood Dining Chairs Topform, the Netherlands, 1960
By Topform
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful shaped set of six dining chairs manufactured by Topform, The Netherlands 1960. These
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Rosewood

Art Deco Modernist dining chairs in solid Oak, Netherlands 1930 s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wonderfull set of solid oak wood dining chairs by an unknown designer from the Netherlands. The
Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Four Dining Chairs Dark Brown Metaform, the Netherlands, 1970
By Metaform Holland
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful set of four dining chairs designed and manufactured by Metaform, The Netherlands 1970
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Fristho dining chairs #71 teak J.L. Moller Mobelfabrik The Netherlands 1960
By Fristho
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful set of six dining chairs manufactured by Fristho Franeker under license from J.L. Møller
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

Folk Art Style Design Dining Chair Set by Vanderree / Berkel, Netherlands 1970 s
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Folk Art Style Design Red Dining Chairs by Vanderree / Berkel. Made in the Netherlands, 1970's
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Folk Art Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Beech

Claire Bataille and Paul Ibens SE18 Dining Chairs ‘t Spectrum the Netherlands 19
By t Spectrum, Claire Bataille and Paul Ibens
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful set of six dining chairs model SE18 designed by Claire Bataille and Paul Ibens for ‘t
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Industrial Plywood Swivel Chairs, Netherlands, 1960s
Located in Voorburg, NL
Very comfortable Industrial plywood swivel chairs, produced in Holland in the 1960s. The chairs
Category

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

Materials

Steel

Multiple Galvanitas Industrial Plywood Chairs S16, Netherlands
By Galvanitas
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Functional / Industrial Galvanitas S16 plywood chairs in the style of Prouvé. The plywood seats and
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Multiple Galvanitas Industrial Plywood Chairs S16, Netherlands
By Galvanitas
Located in Amsterdam, NL
12 Functional / Industrial Galvanitas S16 plywood chairs. Plywood (synthetic) seats and backs in
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Ruud Jan Kokke Latjes Chairs, Netherlands 1984
By Ruud-Jan Kokke
Located in London, GB
These expertly crafted Latjes chair were designed by Dutch designer Ruud Jan Kokke. His working
Category

Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Tijsseling Cowhorn Chair Propos Hulmefa, The Netherlands, 1960
By Hulmefa, Tijsseling
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Netherlands, 1960. The chair is made of solid teak wood and has black original faux leather upholstery. Were
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Multiple Galvanitas Industrial Plywood Chairs S16, Netherlands for Elizabeth
By Galvanitas
Located in Amsterdam, NL
For Elizabeth (liz) / NY. 4x Functional / Industrial Galvanitas S16 plywood chairs in the style of
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

A R Cordemeyer 1262 Upholstered Chairs Gispen, Netherlands, 1959
By Gispen, André R. Cordemeyer
Located in London, GB
Model 1262 chairs designed by André R Cordemeyer (1924-1998) for Gispen, Holland 1959. The chairs
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Friso Kramer Result Plywood Chairs for Ahrend de Cirkel, Netherlands
By Ahrend de Cirkel, Friso Kramer
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Functional, Industrial and comfortable Friso Kramer result (second edition) plywood chairs. Plywood
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Hello There Chair in Aluminium, Jeremy Harvey for Artifort, Netherlands, 1970s
By Artifort
Located in Steenwijk, NL
Iconic chair by Jeremy Harvey for Artifort. Very playful design that would do great at an entrance
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Dutch Wicker Dining Chairs, 1950s
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs in cord and oak, the Netherlands, 1950s. This set of chairs is executed in the
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cord, Oak

Set of Result Chairs by Friso Kramer for Ahrend de Cirkel, Netherlands, 1950s
By Ahrend de Cirkel, Friso Kramer
Located in Steenwijk, NL
Fabulous set of three 'Result' chairs in different colors. Black, blue en cream/off-white. All
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Industrial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Six Dining Chairs by Cees Braakman
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Dronten, NL
Set of six maple and rush dining chairs by Cees Braakman for Pastoe. Very elegant chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Maple

Cees Braakman Model ST09 Dining Chairs
By Cees Braakman
Located in Dronten, NL
Very elegant set of four teak dining chairs, designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe. The cotton
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Teak

Set of 4 Strip chairs by Gijs Bakker for Castelijn, The Netherlands 1970 s
By Gijs Bakker, Castelijn
Located in Steenwijk, NL
An iconic chair, the 'Strip chair', designed by famous Dutch designer Gijs Bakker for Castelijn. It
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Architectural Triangle Dining Chairs
Located in Dronten, NL
Spectacular set of 6 all original dining chairs in rosewood and naugahyde. The chairs are made in
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Rosewood

Set of 6 Dutch Dining Chairs
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This fantastic set of six mahogany Dutch dining chairs was crafted circa 1850. Upholstered in an
Category

Antique 19th Century Dutch Other Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Marko S201 Ynske Kooistra Dining Room Chairs
By Ynske Kooistra, Marko
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Wonderfull designed chairs by Ynske Kooistra for Marko in the 60s Compass shape legs. This design
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Five Ate van Apeldoorn patinated leather dining chairs
Located in Nijlen, VAN
Ate van Apeldoorn Look at this patina. you can't fake it. These are five chairs designed by famous
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Dutch Set of Six Dining Chairs in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of six dining chairs, oak, The Netherlands, 1960. Robust set of chairs are executed in aged
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Four Martin Visser Dining Chairs
By Martin Visser, t Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four Martin Visser dining chairs with enameled grey frames and off-white fabric. Minimal and
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Four Rustic Solid Oak Dining Chairs
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of five dining chairs, oak, the Netherlands, 1960s Set of five solid oak chairs from Dutch
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Twelve Mid-Century Dutch Dining Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, beech, The Netherlands, 1960s. Large set of twelve modest Dutch dining chairs
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of 4 Remarkable Dutch Marquetry Dining Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A set of four exquisite Dutch dining chairs consisting of two armchairs and two sidechairs, having
Category

Antique 19th Century Dutch Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fruitwood, Mahogany

Six Dutch Dining Chairs by Ruud-Jan Kokke
By Ruud-Jan Kokke
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Six dining chairs, painted black birch by Ruud-Jan Kokke, The Netherlands, 1984. This set of
Category

Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Birch

Dutch Brutalist Dining Chairs, 1970s – Set of 4
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Dimensions: H 28.5” x W 21” x D 21” x SH 19.5” Set of 4 Dutch Brutalist dining chairs in oak with
Category

Late 20th Century Dutch Brutalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Marko Dining Chairs Industrial Design, Holland, 1970
By Ynske Kooistra, Marko
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice compass shaped industrial chairs designed by Ynske Kooistra and manufactured by Marko
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Industrial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Six Oak Gothic Revival Dining Room Chairs, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare set of six Gothic Revival dining room chairs. Striking Dutch design from the
Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Gothic Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Oak

Pair of Van Os Dining Chair from Culemborg
By Van Oss Culemborg
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful swooping upholstered dining chairs by Van Os in new bone white upholstery with black
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Foam, Wood

Inger Klingenberg IK Dining Chairs Fristho Franeker, 1960
By Fristho, Inger Klingenberg
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Fantastic set of dining chairs designed by Inger Klingenberg for Fristho Franeker, Holland, 1960
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Rosewood

Galvanitas S16 Dining Chairs + Table - for Taiga NY
By Galvanitas
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Galvanitas S16 - frames folded sheet steel black powder coated and seat / backpanel of brown resin plywood wood. Galvanitas Table - frame sheet steel black powder coated and solid oi...
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Cees Braakman Dining Chairs Pastoe, Dutch Design, 1960s
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Antwerp, BE
Dining chairs designed by Cees Braakman and manufactured by Pastoe in the 1960s. Dutch designer
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of 6 Gio Ponti Style Dining Chairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 Gio Ponti style dining chairs with original olive skai seating and embossed back design
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Teak

André Cordemeyer Plywood Dining Chairs for Gispen, 1959
By Gispen, André R. Cordemeyer
Located in Antwerp, BE
Classic Mid-Century Modern design set of 2 Minimalist plywood dining chairs designed by André
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Canary Yellow Cees Braakman Dining Chairs for Pastoe
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vibrant canary yellow Cees Braakman Japanese series dining chairs on black enameled metal frame. In
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Canary Yellow Cees Braakman Dining Chairs for Pastoe
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vibrant canary yellow Cees Braakman Japanese series dining chairs on black enameled metal frame. In
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

De Puydt Style Brutalist Dining Chairs in Original Condition
By De Puydt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Brutalist De Puydt style dining chairs with heavy Patina. In original condition with
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Brutalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

4 + 2 Brutalist Oak Dining Wabi Sabi Room Chairs
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
6 Robust and heavy dark oak chairs. Fit perfectly with the style of designers such as Henning
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Brutalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 8 Rudolf Wolf Dining Chairs, circa 1960
By Rudolf Wolf
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of 8 dining chairs, model alpha from the Meander Serie, designed by Rudolf Wolf. Manufactured
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 sheep leather design dining room chairs
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this set of 4 very beautifully designed dining room chairs made of sheep leather. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Sheepskin

Multiple Industrial Galvanitas S16 Dining Chairs - Andrea / Jonathan NY
By Galvanitas
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Functional / Industrial Galvanitas S16 plywood chairs in the style of Prouvé. Frames are made of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Set of 4 Tapiovaara Style Spindle Back Dining Chairs
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous set of 4 two-tone Tapiovaara style spindle back dining chairs. Lightly refinished with
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Four 19th Century Dutch Marquetry Dining Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Very fine set of four 19th century Dutch walnut dining chairs in the Queen Anne style with vase
Category

Antique 19th Century Dutch Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 4 Cor Alons Bent Wood Dining Chairs
By Gouda Den Boer, Cor Alons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of 4 Cor Alons dining chairs for Den Boer, Gouda, Cornelius Louis (Cor) Alons
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Brutalist Solid Oak Dining Chairs, Netherlands, 1970s
Located in Rīga, LV
Set of 2 brutalist oak chairs, heavy and stable.
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Brutalist Chairs

Materials

Oak

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Netherlands Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of Netherlands dining chairs available for sale. The range of distinct Netherlands dining chairs — often made from wood, metal and fabric — can elevate any home. Find 598 antique and vintage Netherlands dining chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 12 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Netherlands dining chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Netherlands dining chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. UMS Pastoe, Cees Braakman and Friso Kramer each produced beautiful Netherlands dining chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Netherlands Dining Chairs?

Prices for Netherlands dining chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, Netherlands dining chairs begin at $78 and can go as high as $18,400, while the average can fetch as much as $1,963.

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 Netherlands Dining Chairs
  • 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 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 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 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.