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2 Vintage Chairs 1960s - Teak
Located in Hannover, DE
Pair of Vintage Dining Chairs
Originating from the 1960s, this elegant pair of dining chairs offers
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
$1,225 / set
Rainer Daumiller Pair of Armchairs in Solid Pine
By Rainer Daumiller, Hirtshals Sawmill
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Rainer Daumiller for Hirtshals Sawmill, pair of dining chairs, solid pine, Denmark, 1970s
This
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Pine
$1,350 / set
Rare Guglielmo Pecorini Pair of Chairs in Walnut and Cognac Leather
By Guglielmo Pecorini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guglielmo Pecorini, pair of dining chairs, walnut, leather, brass, Italy, circa 1940
These
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Walnut Finish Dining Chairs with Light Beige Fabric, Fork Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Fork dining room chairs designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, with walnut wood finish
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut, Fabric, Teak
$1,776 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pierre Chapo Pair of
S24
Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather and Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, pair of dining chairs, model 'S24', solid elm, cognac leather, rope, brass, France
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Fritz Hansen Dining Chairs by Karl Schrøder "Model 1572" Denmark 1930
s
By Fritz Hansen
Located in New York, NY
A rare and early pair of dining chairs designed by Karl Schrøder for Fritz Hansen in the early 30's
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Rope, Beech
1970s Pair of Dining Arm Chairs in the style of Ward Bennett
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of dining chairs in the style of Ward Bennet for Brickel Associates. It is unknown
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Foam
Pair of Customizable Dining Chairs in Black Matte and Grey Fabric – Tress Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Tress dining chairs designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis with black matte finish and
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
Joaquim Tenreiro, Set of Eight Dining Room Chairs, Brasil, 1950
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Barcelona, ES
Joaquim Tenreiro
Pair of dining chairs
Manufactured by Tenreiro Moveis e Decoraçoes
Brasil
Category
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Jacaranda
Pair of Vintage Ladderback Dining Chairs by Hickory Chair Co
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Pair of Vintage Ladderback Dining Chairs by Hickory Chair
Category
Vintage 1970s Country Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
$1,196 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Spanish Oak Leather Dining Chairs by Pierre Lottier Valmazan Mid Century
By Pierre Lottier, Valmazan
Located in London, GB
A pair of superb quality, extremely rare and very impressive Spanish black leather and oak dining
Category
Antique 18th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
2 of 12 of Niels Otto Moller Dining Chairs, Model 75, Teak, 1950s
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Hannover, DE
🌟 Pair of Niels Otto Moller Dining Chairs in Teak – Model 75 (1950s)
Price listed is for 2 chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Italian Dining Chairs in Red Saddle Leather and Stained Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, saddle leather, stained beech, Italy, 1970s
This lovely pair of dining chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pair of Tony Paul for Rubel Walnut and Spiral Black Wire Cafe Chairs
Table
By Tony Paul
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Tony Paul designed, Rubel produced, Black enameled Brass Wire & Walnut pair of dining chairs and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Iron, Wire
Joseph-Andre Motte Tongue Model 771 Chairs for Steiner
By Joseph-André Motte
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of dining chairs by Joseph-Andre Motte the model 771 Tongue Chair reupholstered in tan suede
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Glenn of California Dining Chairs
By Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Glenn of California dining chairs designed by Greta Grossman.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather
$3,300 / set
Pair of Wicker Dining Side Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
Pair of charming rattan bamboo side chairs covered red and white checkered fabric seat cushions
Category
20th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker
$750 / set
Pair of Mid-Century Dutch Dining Chairs
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining chairs, beech, The Netherlands, 1960s.
Pair of modest Dutch dining chairs. These modern
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
$950 / set
Pair of Vintage Italian Cesca Dining Chairs
By Marcel Breuer
Located in London, GB
A stylish and iconic vintage pair of vintage Italian Cesca dining chairs, originally designed by
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
$1,163 / set
Pair of Ilmari Tapiovaara Dining Chairs
By Ilmari Tapiovaara, Edsby-verken
Located in Vienna, AT
Birch construction with bent teak seat. Designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara in 1955 for Edsby-verken in Sweden.
Perfect vintage condition.
Signed Edsby.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Birch, Teak
$1,190 Sale Price / set
22% Off
Pair of Ralph Lauren Leather Clivedon Dining Chairs
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic pair of neoclassical style Clivedon dining chairs designed by Ralph Lauren. The Italian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Nickel
Reupholstered Pair of Arm Dining Chairs for Mastercraft
Located in Medina, OH
Indulge in the timeless sophistication of these ivory colored Mastercraft dining chairs. The sleek
Category
Vintage 1970s American Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Black Chinese Chippendale Dining Arm Chairs
Located in Memphis, TN
A pair of black 1970's Chinese Chippendale Dining Arm Chairs with green inset seat cushions. black
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Chinese Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Antique Swedish Karl Johan (Biedermeier) Revival Side Chairs c. 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
Exquisitely graceful pair of antique Karl Johan Revival dining chairs, embodying the timeless
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Revival Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Pair of Dutch Mid-Century Wenge Dining Chairs
By Martin Visser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Dutch wenge wood dining chairs with woven rush seats and seat-backs, designed by Martin
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wenge
$3,500 / set
Pair of Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Dining Chairs
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
Pair of Kipp Stewart for Drexel Dining Chairs, 1960s
A graceful pair of Mid-Century dining chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cane, Walnut
Pair of Eames DCM Herman Miller Dining Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Eames designed DCM (Dining Chair Metal). Chairs This pair of chairs are currently in later
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
$2,600 / set
Antique Pair of Sheraton Mahogany Dining Chairs C1830’s
Located in Big Flats, NY
19''W x 20.5''D; 18'' SH
This pair of Sheraton dining chairs dates to the 1830s, showcasing the
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Sheraton Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mahogany, Upholstery
$600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Vintage Danish Modern Dining Chairs by Farstrup
By Farstrup
Located in Gardiner, NY
Pair of authentic vintage mid century Danish / Scandinavian Modern dining chairs.
By Farstrup
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Mirrored Dining Chairs by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in Palm Desert, CA
by Thierry Duclos of Mirostyle, Paris. The lead picture shows 8 chairs, however we have sold one pair
Category
Early 2000s American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Pair of Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs
Located in Gardiner, NY
Pair of authentic vintage mid century Danish / Scandinavian Modern dining chairs.
This set is in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair Highback Modern Dining Chairs
Located in Trenton, NJ
Highback Dining Chairs. This pair is a stunning example of modern design meeting functional art. The chairs
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
$237 Sale Price / set
40% Off
1960s Pair of Danish Teak Dining Chairs, Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered
- Carefully refurbished
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Teak
1960s Pair of Danish Teak Dining Chairs , Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered
- Carefully refurbished
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Teak
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Henredon
By Henredon, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A refined pair of vintage Mid-Century dining chairs by Heritage-Henredon, showcasing the brand’s
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Pair of Gestural Dining Chairs by International Furniture Corp
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1970s
Pair of gestural dining chairs by International Furniture Corp. Great sculptural form
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Anna Anselmi for Bieffeplast Pair of
Alpha
Dining Chairs
By Bieffeplast, Anna Anselmi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Anna Anselmi for Bieffeplast, pair of 'Alpha' dining chairs, rubber, lacquered metal, Italy, 1985
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Oak
Rope Dining Chairs, Audoux
Minet, 1950s
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A set of two dining chairs attributed to Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet, 1950s.
Composed of an oak
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rope, Oak
Pair of Mcm Reupholstered "Vico Magistretti Style" Dining Chairs
Located in Medina, OH
Pair of mid-century modern blonde Beachwood dining chairs, in the style of Vico Magistretti
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
$672 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Bentwood High Back Dining Chairs by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Pair of beech bentwood high back dining chairs. Signed by Thonet, 1987.
Style Arts & Crafts, Art
Category
Vintage 1980s Austrian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Pair of "Tokyo" Dining Chairs by Rodney Kinsman for Bieffeplast
By Bieffeplast, Rodney Kinsman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Postmodern 'Tokyo' dining chairs by Rodney Kinsman for Bieffeplast, 1980's. Black powder
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Contemporary High Back Dining Chairs - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Contemporary High Back Dining Chairs - Pair
This set of high backed dining chairs would be a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
$1,418 / set
Pair of French Country Antiqued Ladder Back Dining Arm Chairs
Located in Wilmington, DE
French Country Antiqued Ladder Back Dining Arm Chairs
Pair of French country style carved 4-rung
Category
Mid-20th Century American Country Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Black Lacquer Art Deco Dining Chairs, 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A very elegant pair of black color high gloss dining room chairs in white vinyl and polished wood
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Polystyrene, Walnut
$3,120 Sale Price / set
35% Off
Silvio Coppola for Fratelli Montina Pair of
330
Dining Chairs
By Silvio Coppola
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Silvio Coppola for Fratelli Montina, pair of '330' dining chairs, walnut, leather, Italy, 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Danish Teak Dining Chairs by Tarm Stole Møbelfabrik
By Tarm Stole
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant pair of mid-century Danish teak dining chairs by Tarm Stole Møbelfabrik, featuring sculpted
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Teak
Pair of 1950s Frankfurt Dining Chairs, Germany – Refurbished Beechwood Classics
Located in Hannover, DE
Pair of Vintage “Frankfurt” Dining Chairs from the 1950s
Price is for both chairs.
Crafted from
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Pair of 1960s Danish Teak Dining Chairs by Frem Rojle
Located in Victoria, BC
Pair of Danish teak dining chairs designed by Poul Volther for Frem Røjle, circa 1960s. Known for
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Pair of Red and Gold Chippendale Style Dining/Side Chairs
Located in East Freetown, MA
Pair of Hollywood Regency style red dining/side chairs with gold accents, intricately carved backs
Category
Mid-20th Century French Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
$479 Sale Price / set
52% Off
Pair of Vintage Italian Chiavari Dining Chairs in Solid Brass
By Chiavari
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous pair of vintage Italian Chiavari dining chairs in solid brass. They were made in Italy
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Italian Empire Dining Chairs From Early 19th Century
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A pair of Italian early 19th Century Empire dining chairs in solid walnut.
This Tuscan pair of
Category
Antique 1820s Italian Empire Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Vintage Ladder Back Rush Seat Chairs-Rustic Farmhouse Dining Side Chairs
Located in Seattle, WA
Pair of vintage ladder back dining chairs with woven rush seats and wood frames. These chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Dennis
Leen Louis XVI Style Painted Dining Chairs
By Dennis
Leen
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous pair of distressed dining chairs made in the neoclassical French Louis XVI taste by Dennis
Category
20th Century American Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Silk, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Faux Bamboo and Cane Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Hollywood regency pair of carved faux bamboo dining chairs made in the mid-20th century. The chairs
Category
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
$1,200 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of Dutch oak dining chairs showcases a robust and warm design, featuring straight lines
Category
Vintage 1940s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
$2,275 / set
1950s Luterma Blonde Oak Bentwood Dining Chair - Set of Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s Luterma Blonde Oak Bentwood Dining Chair – Set Of Pair
1950s Luterma Blonde Oak Bentwood
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Eileen Gray Pair of
Roquebrune
Dining Chairs in Red Leather
By Eileen Gray
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eileen Gray, pair of 'Roquebrune' chairs, chrome-plated steel, red leather, France, design 1927
Category
Vintage 1920s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
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Questions About Pair Of Dining Chairs
- 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 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 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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Andrianna Shamaris has filled her epic new home with pieces of her own design.
20 Inviting Dining Rooms Perfectly Arranged for Entertaining
Top interior designers show — and tell — us how to create delectable spaces for hosting dinner parties.
Nobody Puts This Sunny Sofa in a Corner
With its plush cushions, cane details and dazzlingly colorful back, it’s inviting from every angle.
The 21 Most Popular Mid-Century Modern Chairs
You know the designs, now get the stories about how they came to be.
Fred Rigby’s Modular Seating Can Be Configured in So Many Handy Ways
The plush Cove Slipper 2.5 Seater sofa is just one of many convenient combinations from the London-based maker.
This Chubby-Chic Quilted Stool Stands on Its Own Two Feet
Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.