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Pair of Neoclassical Dining Room Chairs, Brass, Baltic States, Late 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Two classicistic mahogany armchairs with brass decoration and openwork backs. The chairs stand on
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Baltic Empire Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Antique 19th Century Pair of Mahogany Scroll-Arm Carver Dining Chairs
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 19th Century Pair of Mahogany Scroll-Arm Elbow Carver Dining Chairs – Fine Quality
A rare
Category
Antique 1830s British William IV Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
$1,923 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair of Josef Hoffman for Thonet Prague Bentwood Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare pair of No. 811 Thonet chairs or Prague chairs designed by Josef Hoffman. The chairs feature
Category
20th Century Polish Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Pair of Paul Frankl for Johnson Corset Side Dining Chairs
By Paul Frankl
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co. Corset side or dining chairs also know as plunging
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Pair of Victorian Style Chocolate Brown Leather Upholstered Dining / Side Chairs
Located in Madrid, ES
A charming pair of Victorian style dining (or boardroom) chairs, upholstered in a milk chocolate
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Pair of Vintage Mid Century Modern Dining Chairs by G Plan
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Gardiner, NY
Pair of authentic vintage mid century modern dining chairs.
By G Plan.
Maker's label on bottoms
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Teak Dining Chairs in Distressed Leather, Customizable Tress Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Tress teak wood dining chairs with distressed caramel leather. The Tress dining chairs
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak, Upholstery
Pair of Customizable Teak Dining Chairs with Beige Upholstery – Sotto Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Sotto dining room chairs designed by Uultis Studio in teak wood with beige fabric
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak, Fabric
Pair of Vintage Casala Dining Chairs – Mid-Century German Design, Beechwood
By Casala
Located in Hannover, DE
Pair of Unique Dining Chairs by Casala, Germany
Price is for the pair.
Beautifully crafted vintage
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Pair of Customizable Teak Dining Chairs with Oatmeal Upholstery - Cappio Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of teak wood Cappio dining chairs designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis with oatmeal fabric
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Teak
Pair of Almond Finish Dining Chairs with Ivory Upholstery, Customizable Zani
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Zani dining chairs designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis with Almond wood finish, ivory
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Hardwood
$1,728 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of 1970s White Lacquer and Lucite Beige Dining Chairs
By Brickfield Furniture Company
Located in Pasadena, CA
Elegant set of four 1970s high-back dining chairs by the Brickfield Furniture Company, High Point
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lucite, Wood
$600 Sale Price / set
50% Off
Pair of Chinese Art Deco Dining Chairs, circa 1920-1930s
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in the 1920s to satisfy the worldwide hunger for all things Art Deco, these unique chairs
Category
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Hardwood
Afra
Tobia Scarpa, Pair of ‘121’ Dining Chairs, Cassina, Italy, 1965
By Afra
Tobia Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
Designed by the husband-and-wife duo Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, the 121 dining chair
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
1960s, pair of Danish dining chairs, solid oak wood, furniture wool.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, pair of Danish dining chairs. Solid oak wood, furniture wool. Original very good condition
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Pair of Soviet Beech Dining Chairs – 1978 Vintage, Refurbished Wood Frame
Located in Hannover, DE
Pair of Beech Dining Chairs from the Soviet Union – Dated 1978
Price listed is for the pair.
A
Category
Vintage 1970s Belarusian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Pair of Mies Brno Side office dining Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mies Brno chairs for Knoll.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
A Pair Of Teak Dining Chairs by Kai Kristiansen Model 42
By Schou Andersen Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Vienna, AT
Dining chairs, model 42, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured in Denmark by Schou Andersen
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Hardwood, Teak
Pair of Queen Anne Style Mahogany and Upholstered Seat Dining Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of Queen Anne Style Mahogany and Upholstered Seat Dining Chairs.
Great vintage condition
Category
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
$825 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Vintage Pair of Mid Century Warren Platner Dining Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in North Hollywood, CA
[Pair of Mid Century Warren Platner Dining Chairs for Knoll]
This sophisticated set of mid-century
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
René Herbst Pair of
Sandows
Dining Chairs in Steel and Cord
By René Herbst
Located in Waalwijk, NL
René Herbst, pair of 'Sandows' chairs, model '101', chrome-plated steel, elastic rope, France
Category
Vintage 1920s French Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Vintage Gio Ponti Style Black Ladder Back Dining Pair of Chairs
By (After) Gio Ponti
Located in South Charleston, WV
Signed Made in Italy to both examples. Set of 2 Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs in the
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush
Pair of Georgian Revival Mahogany Elbow Carver Dining Chairs, Antique Quality
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Pair of Georgian Revival Mahogany Elbow Carver Dining Chairs, Antique Quality, C1900 Armchairs
Category
Antique Early 1900s Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
$1,440 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage Pair of Borge Mogensen Dining Chairs from Denmark, circa 1970
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Pair Of Borge Mogensen Dining Chairs From Denmark, circa 1970. Solid oak construction with
Category
Vintage 1970s European Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Pair of Niels O. Møller model 65 Dining Chairs - Denmark, 1968
By J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik, Niels Otto Møller
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Niels Otto Møller Model 65 Dining Chairs: Timeless Craftsmanship Meets Modern Elegance
The Niels
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Walnut
Pair of Six Dining Chairs by J. Stuart Clingman for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Six Dining Chairs by J. Stuart Clingman for Widdicomb. The chairs are made of solid
Category
Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Austrian Midcentury Beech Dining Chairs by Anna Lülja Praun
By Wiesner-Hager, Anna-Lülja Praun
Located in Vienna, AT
This pair of Austrian Midcentury beechwood chairs were designed by Anna Lülja Praun and produced by
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
$1,498 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Henredon Chippendale Carved Mahogany Side Chairs or Dining Chairs, Pair
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of Chippendale or Georgian style dining chairs
By Henredon
Circa Late 20th
Category
Late 20th Century Indonesian Chippendale Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Milo Baughman Style Dining Chair Frames, Pair
By Milo Baughman, Roche Bobois
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Pair of brass plated dining chair frames in the style of Milo Baughman.
Category
Vintage 1980s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Metal
$400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair Mid Century Dining Chairs, circa 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Chic and sophisticated pair of dining height arm chairs, attributed to George Nakashima for
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
$4,800 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Very Rare Dining Chairs Alan Fuchs, ULUV, 1964
By Alan Fuchs
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1964
- Design: A. Fuchs
- Very stylish design
- Original good condition
- Leather with damages
- Suitable for new upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
$758 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Thick Heavy Bent Lucite Dining Side Chairs Z Shape
By Neal Small
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of heavy 1" thick bent Lucite Z-shape dining or side chairs.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lucite
Pair of Hvidt Molgaard Teak Dining Chairs Mid-century Danish Modern
By Hvidt
Mølgaard
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Excellent pair of Hvidt Molgaard teak dining chairs with newly rushed seats. The chairs have a
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Teak
Pair of Teak Wood Dining Chairs with Caramel Upholstery, Customizable Tress Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Tress teak wood dining chairs designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis, with distressed
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pair of Gio Ponti
Superleggera
Dining Chairs Made in Italy c.1950
By Gio Ponti
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of 'Superleggera' dining chairs by the legendary Italian designer Gio Ponti, made
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Straw, Wood, Ash
Pair of Antique Hall Chairs, English Oak, Dining Seat, Ecclesiastical, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique hall chairs. An English, oak, occasional dining seat displaying
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Gustavian Leksand Swedish Dining Chairs Pair in Gilt, 20th Century
Located in Lewes, England
Pair of rare Swedish Gustavian dining chairs in the Classic Leksand style with the distinctive
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Gustavian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Birch
$1,652 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Grete Jalk Dining Chairs Rosewood P Jeppesen Denmark 1960s
By Grete Jalk
Located in Basel, BS
Set of two beautiful dining chairs designed by Grete Jalk for P. Jeppesen. Model No. PJ4-2, made in
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dining Chairs with Brass Handles
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St. Louis, MO
Listed are a pair of elegant Edward Wormley for Dunbar dining chairs with arms and brass handles
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Customizable Teak Dining Chairs with Light Beige Upholstery – Fork Line
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
functionality, this pair of Fork dining chairs showcases a seamless fusion of natural teak wood and light beige
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak, Upholstery
$1,916 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Danish Modern Pair of White Oak Side Dining Chairs by Niels Bendtsen
By Niels Bendtsen
Located in San Diego, CA
an innovative dining chair that is functional and beautiful. Using traditional woodworking
Category
20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Oak
PAIR OF VINTAGE HARDWOOD DINING CHAIRS WITH CARVED DETAiL AND UPHOLSTERED SEATS
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London
A stylish pair of vintage mahogany dining chairs, crafted with elegant
Category
20th Century British Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Bramin Teak Dining Chairs – Denmark 1960s – Pink Upholstery – Mid-Centur
By Bramin Mobler
Located in Hannover, DE
Pair of 2 Bramin Dining Chairs – Denmark, 1960s – Teak & Pink Upholstery
Price is for a pair (2
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper Pair of
Tre 3
Dining Chairs in Leather
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper, pair of chairs, model 'Tre 3', black lacquered wood, saddle leather
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair Mid-Century of Modern Arm Dining Chairs by Dixon Powdermaker.
Located in Miami, FL
A Set of two Vintage Mid-Century / Hollywood Regency Walnut Arm Side / Dining Chairs by Dixon
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Cane
$952 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Swedish Mid Century Wooden Dining Chairs by Göran Malmvall, 1940s
By Goran Malmvall, Svensk Fur
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare pair of Swedish mid century wooden pine chairs by Göran Malmvall model "510" produced by
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Pine
Danish Modern Pair of Dining Side Chairs by Arkitekt Kjaernulf in Walnut
By Bruno Hansen
Located in San Diego, CA
Great set of solid walnut frames freshly recovered in wool knoll cream color fabric, these chairs
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of Teak Cane-Back Dining Chairs in Beige Upholstery – Sotto Collection
By Uultis Design
Located in Miami, FL
With their refined silhouette and thoughtful detailing, this pair of Sotto dining chairs
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak, Fabric, Cane
Pair of Caprice Dining / Side Chairs by Philippe Starck for Cassina
By Philippe Starck, Cassina
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of modernist chairs with a retro / space age feel. This model is called the Caprice
Category
Early 2000s Italian Space Age Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Model 62 Carver Dining Chair by Niels Otto Møller
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Warminster, GB
A rarely seen pair of model 62 carver armchairs, designed in 1966 by Niels Møller for J.L. Møller
Category
20th Century Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of 18th C Style Portuguese Dining Chair by Randy Esada Designs
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Pair of 18th C Style Portuguese Dining Chair by Randy Esada Designs. This listing is for two chairs
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Rococo Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Jas Shoolbred
Co. A pair of Aesthetic Movement dining or side chairs
By Jas Shoolbred
Co.
Located in London, GB
Jas Shoolbred and Co. A pair of Aesthetic Movement dining/side chairs with drop in rush seats.
Category
Antique 1880s English Aesthetic Movement Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush
Pair of Cushman Furniture Co. Early American Carved Wood Captain
s Dining Chairs
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in East Freetown, MA
Pair of Cushman Furniture Company carved wood early American style captains chairs (with arms
Category
Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
$528 Sale Price
34% Off
20th Century French Pair of Mahogany Dining Chairs in the Style of Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A black-brown, vintage Art Deco French pair of dining room chairs made of hand crafted polished
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Baker Far East Greek Key Dining or Occasional Chairs
By Baker Far East Collection, Winsor White
Located in St. Louis, MO
I have two pairs of Greek Key chairs designed by Windsor White for the Baker Far East Collection, c
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of 2 Art Deco Leather Black Lacquer Dining Chairs, 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
Pair of chairs in Black Lacquer veneer and upholstered in green leather and traditional studs
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
$3,511 Sale Price / set
26% Off
Antique quality pair of 19th Century Carved Mahogany dining bedroom hall chairs
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique quality pair of 19th Century Carved Mahogany dining bedroom hall chairs. Very rare, with a
Category
Antique 19th Century Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
$959 Sale Price
30% Off
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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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