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Set of 4 High Back Swivel Dining Chairs by Overman Sweden
By Overman
Located in New York, NY
Rare set of 4 sculpted high back swivel dining chairs by Overman of Sweden. Extremely comfortable
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
$1,920 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Set of 6 Mid-Century Dining Chairs in Dark Wood and Neutral Upholstery, c. 1950s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Elegant mid-century dining chairs with sculpted wooden backrests featuring geometric cut-out
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Edmond Spence Swedish Modern Sculpted Maple and Cane Dining Chair’s - Set of 6
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in Esperance, NY
For sale is this very nice set of six vintage chairs, beautifully crafted in Sweden by Edmond
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Maple
Six Mid-Century Ladder Back Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of six mid-century modern dining chairs with sculpted ladder backs. Great form for comfort with
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
$3,000 / set
Erik Buch
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Armchairs in Teak and full grain anilin leather
By Erik Buch, Ørum Møbler
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Sculpted dining chairs in solid teak. These chairs show the characteristics of the well-known model 50 by
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
Paul Follot Four Sculpted Rosewood Side Chairs
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic French Art Deco set of four sculpted rosewood dining chairs by Paul Follot. Model
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
$15,000 / set
Museum Grade Sculpted Tall Oak 2-Drawer Writing Windsor Chair / Desk, C.1890s
Located in Germantown, MD
The Comb-Back, spindle and brace back Windsor Writing chair / Desk features a traditional sack-back
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Windsor Chairs
Materials
Oak
Erik Buch Set of Four
Captains
Armchairs in Oak and Red Upholstery
By Erik Buch, Ørum Møbler
Located in Waalwijk, NL
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Set of four sculpted dining chairs in solid oak. These chairs show the characteristics of the well
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Set of Four Chairs Wood and Leather Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi, Italy 1970s
By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi, Afra
Tobia Scarpa
Located in Rome, IT
Set of Four of beautifully sculpted wood and black leather dining chairs by Mario Marenco for Mobil
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Brass Sculpted Brass Chair, Misaya
By Misaya
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass sculpted brass chair, Misaya.
Dimensions: W 54 x L 58 x H 79 cm (seating: 63).
Hand-sculpted
Category
2010s Thai Post-Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
$2,022 / item
RALPH LAUREN Mahogany Pedestal Table with 4 Medallion Back Chairs, Set of 5
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Crafted from mahogany, this sculpted pedestal table includes four dining chairs for a complete and
Category
Early 2000s Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Upholstery, Glass, Wood
African Folk Art Ashanti Sculpted Wood Art Chairs / Stools
Located in Las Vegas, NV
sculpted of a hardwood with a dark stain.
No markings or signage on them. Possibly ceremonial pieces.
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Category
Early 20th Century South African Tribal Stools
Materials
Hardwood
Black Painted Brass Sculpted Chair with Seat Upholstered by Misaya
By Misaya
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Painted Brass Sculpted Chair with Seat Upholstered by Misaya
Dimensions: W 54 x L 58 x H 79
Category
2010s Thai Post-Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Black Painted Brass Sculpted Chair with Seat Upholstered by Misaya
By Misaya
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Painted Brass Sculpted Chair with Seat Upholstered by Misaya
Dimensions: W 54 x L 58 x H 79
Category
2010s Thai Post-Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Pair of Sculpted Polished and Black Painted Brass Chairs by Misaya
By Misaya
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of Sculpted Polished and Black Painted Brass Chairs by Misaya
Dimensions: W 54 x L 58 x H 79
Category
2010s Thai Post-Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Minson Ent. Contemporary Modern White Metal Sculpted Barstools Chair - Set of 4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Vintage Minson Ent. Contemporary Modern White Metal Sculpted Barstools Chair - Set of 4. Item features
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Black Brass Sculpted Chair with Black-and-White Pattern Upholstery by Misaya
By Misaya
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Brass Sculpted Chair with Black-and-White Pattern Upholstery by Misaya
Dimensions: W 54 x L
Category
2010s Thai Post-Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Horseshoe Armchair by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A first production rare walnut laminated and sculpted horseshoe back dining chair, with a flared
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rosewood, Upholstery, Walnut
Mantaray Chair in Walnut Wood, Hand-Sculpted Dining Chair by Kokora
By Kokora Fine Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mantaray Chair in walnut wood is designed and created for comfort. Each piece of wood is hand
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Ash, Birch, Cherry, Hickory, Oak, Walnut, Cypress, Burl
Set of Six Aage Schmidt Christensen for Fritz Hansen Dining Chairs
By Fritz Hansen, Aage Christensen
Located in Portland, OR
A set of six sculpted dining chairs by Aage Christensen for Fritz Hansen that features the sculpted
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Exceptional Suite of Four Sculptural Iron Chairs in the Manner of Giacometti
By Alberto and Diego Giacometti
Located in Mount Penn, PA
1970s great Brutalist sculpted dining chairs in the manner of Alberto Giacometti with Ivory fabric
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Modern Windsor chair by Erickson Woodworking in walnut
By Erickson Woodworking
Located in Nevada City, CA
The Reyes Chair by Erickson Woodworking is a hand-carved, comfortable, fully sculpted dining chair
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Sculpted teak dining chairs- set of four
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W18.5 D19 H37 SW18 SD16 SH18.5
Set of four strong and sturdy dining chairs in great condtion
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Set of Six Signed Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A set of six (6) sculpted bronze dining chairs on wheels by Paul Evans.
American, circa 1974
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bronze
Sculpted Curve-Back Chair
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Tall and slender, sculpted curved-back chairs. Chair has low, sloping arms that fit easily under a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Dining Room Chairs
Squiggle Dining Chair / Hand sculpted Red Oak
Natural Bouclé upholstery
By Chris Miano
Located in Union City, NJ
The Squiggle chair was created though an exploration of shaping solid Oak slab lumber. Designed to
Category
2010s American American Craftsman Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak
Squiggle Dining Chair Hand Sculpted Bleached Maple
Natural Bouclé Upholstery
By Chris Miano
Located in Union City, NJ
The Squiggle chair was created through an exploration of shaping solid slab lumber. Designed to
Category
2010s American American Craftsman Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood, Maple, Oak
Squiggle Dining Chair Hand Sculpted Oxidized Maple
Natural Bouclé Upholstery
By Chris Miano
Located in Union City, NJ
The Squiggle chair was created through an exploration of shaping solid slab lumber. Designed to
Category
2010s American American Craftsman Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Oak, Bouclé, Wood, Maple
Contemporary Sculpted Elephant Dining Chair in Gold and Velvet Seat Cushion
By Splinter Works
Located in Bath, GB
, colour and fabric.
As the chairs are handmade to order, there is a minimum order of four dining chairs.
Category
2010s English Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Sculpted Chairs by Ole Wanscher
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in Princeton, NJ
and executed with the finest craftsmanship, these chairs are Danish design at its best. Gently splayed
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$7,000 / set
Los Gatos Three Leg Modern Dining Chair with Sculpted Seat/Back and Steel Legs
By J. Rusten Furniture Studio
Located in Stockton, CA
The Los Gatos dining chair was inspired by a favorite client who didn't want his dining set to
Category
2010s American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Sculpted and comfortable Sumi Arm Chair by Erickson Woodworking
By Erickson Woodworking
Located in Nevada City, CA
The Sumi Arm Chair by Erickson Woodworking is a fully sculpted, fully functional and comfortable
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Maple, Sycamore, Walnut
Contemporary Dining Chair in Sculpted Solid Mexican Hardwood
By Ania Wolowska
Located in PARQUE INDUSTRIAL OTHON P BLANCO, Quintana Roo
The design of the Muna Chair is characterized by smooth lines and rounded edges, combined with a
Category
2010s Mexican Modern Chairs
Materials
Hardwood, Walnut
Norwegian Rosewood 60s
Darby
Dining Chairs Designed By Torbjörn Afdal
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
four Norwegian sculpted Danish design Rosewood 'Darby' dining chairs,
designed by Torbjörn Afdal for
Category
Antique 1650s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Squiggle Dining Chair / Hand sculpted Walnut
Natural Bouclé upholstery
By Chris Miano
Located in Union City, NJ
The Squiggle Chair was created though an exploration of shaping solid walnut slab lumber. Designed
Category
2010s North American American Craftsman Corner Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Squiggle Dining Chair / Hand Sculpted Ebonized Oak
Natural Bouclé Upholstery
By Chris Miano
Located in Union City, NJ
The Squiggle Chair was created though an exploration of shaping solid Oak lumber. Designed to bring
Category
2010s North American American Craftsman Corner Chairs
Materials
Oak
Set of Six Sculpted Bronze Dining Chairs and Two Armchairs by Paul Evans, 1970s
By Paul Evans
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of six Sculpted Bronze Dining Chairs and two armchairs by Paul Evans for Directional. Forged in
Category
Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Set of Four Sculpted Bronze Dining Chairs and Two Armchairs by Paul Evans, 1970s
By Paul Evans
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Set of four sculpted bronze dining chairs and two armchairs designed by Paul Evans. Forged in
Category
Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Manner of Karl Springer Sculpted Polished Brass Table with Four Chairs
By Design Institute America
Located in Mount Penn, PA
Beautiful Macassar finished round topped dining table with modernist polished brass base and four
Category
Vintage 1980s American Dining Room Sets
Balck leather chair in style of Willy Rizzo for Cidue
By Willy Rizzo, Cidue
Located in London, GB
This black leather chair is in style of Willy Rizzo's design for Cidue of timeless dining chairs
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Chairs
Materials
Steel
Sculpted Dining Chairs by Kurt Ostervig
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Denton, TX
Set of four Danish modern oak dining chairs with new upholstery.
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
$2,750 / set
Sculpted Dining Chairs by Paul Evans
Located in Atlanta, GA
Two arm chairs and four side chairs with original upholstery. Hand crafted by Paul Evans. These
Category
Vintage 1970s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Sculpted Dining Chairs by Arne Vodder for Sibast
By Arne Vodder
Located in Oakland, CA
Set of six dining chairs design by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark. Sculpted backs with floating
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
6 Sculpted Dining Chairs designed by Carlo di Carli
Located in New York, NY
Set of 6 dining chairs with sculpted walnut frames and reupholstered in red wine leather designed
Category
Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs
Mid Century Modern MAPLE Sculpted DINING CHAIRS, Set of 6
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern Maple Sculpted back Dining Chairs, set of 6. These solid maple dining chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Maple
Rare set of Eight "Sculpted" Dining chairs by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of eight sculpted walnut dining chairs, six side- (VK 101), and two arm- (VK 102) with sling
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Greta M. Grossman Sculpted Dining Chairs for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant set of four dining chairs designed by Greta M. Grossman for Glenn of California in the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut, Wood
Newly Refinished - Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished, Newly Reupholstered
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativi...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Set of Six Danish Teak Dining Chairs by Koefoeds Hornslet
By Koefoeds Hornslet
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Set of six Danish teak sculpted dining chairs by Koefoeds Hornslet. Beautiful simple lines
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Teak
Paul Laszlo Dining Table Chairs for Brown Saltman
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning sculpted dining chairs designed by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman. Set includes two open
Category
20th Century American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
1950s Black
White Dining Chairs After Edmond Spence
Located in Phoenix, AZ
6 sculpted dining chairs after Edmond Spence newly ebonized and upholstered in a white bouclé. Two
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Six Danish Teak Dining Chairs - Neils Otto Moller
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Miami, FL
SOLD These SIX exquisitely sculpted dining chairs by JL Moller, were designed by Niels Otto Moller
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
6 Sculpted Walnut
Leather Dining Chairs
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Set of six sculpted solid walnut dining chairs circa late 1950's. Each piece of these chairs, the
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Sculpted Teak Dining Chairs by Moreddi
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Two arm chairs and four side chairs in sculpted teak by Moreddi circa early 1960's. These elegant
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Four Stunning Ladderback Sculpted Rosewood Dining Chairs
By Niels Otto Møller
Located in Phoenix, AZ
4 sculpted rosewood dining chairs circa early 1970's. These examples have subtly curved frames in
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood
Paul Evans Brutalist Sculpted Bronze Dining Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Set of two Brutalist sculpted bronze dining chairs Model PE106 by Paul Evans for Directional.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Bronze
$18,500 / set
Six Sculpted Walnut and Upholstered Dining Chairs
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Six sculpted walnut and upholstered dining chairs, circa late 1950s. These examples have
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Sculpted Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the sculpted dining chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and upholstery, every sculpted dining chair was constructed with great care. Find 77 options for an antique or vintage sculpted dining chair now, or shop our selection of 21 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect sculpted dining chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A sculpted dining chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one sculpted dining chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Paul Evans, Misaya and Cedric Breisacher produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Sculpted Dining Chair?
Prices for a sculpted dining chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $575 and can go as high as $120,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,722.
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 Sculpted Dining Chair
- 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 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 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 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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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.
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