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Kai Kristiansen Dining Chairs Scandinavian design mid century modern sculptural
By Kaare Klint, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare matching all original set of 6 dining chairs in beautifully sculpted teak and black leather
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Sculptural design beech wooden dining chairs Castelijn, the netherlands, 1980s
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Set of 6 sculptural Dutch Design dining chairs by Castelijn. Rare set. This company is famous for
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Textile, Beech

Set of six italian wood chairs leather seats by Afra e Tobia Scarpa, 1970s
By Mario Marenco, Afra Tobia Scarpa
Located in Nicolosi, IT
This set of six sculptural dining chairs is a stunning example of Italian modernist design from the
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Sculptural European Dining Chairs, Europe late 20th century
Located in Utrecht, NL
The artistic flair is apparent with this set of four dining chairs. The design uses elements of
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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Postmodern Sculptural Studio Crafted Steel Dining or Side Chair, 1990s
Located in Miami, FL
Postmodern artist designed contemporary welded steel dining, side or desk chair from the 1990s.
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Modern sculptural black armless handmade Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Valentina Dining Chair by Mavo Atelier, Handmade
By Mavo Atelier
Located in Trofa, PT
The Valentina Chair is a sculptural and sophisticated piece with a feminine, graceful presence. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Dining Room ...

Materials

Brass

Vintage Klismos Dining Chairs with Sculptural Wood Frames, Set of 6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant set of six vintage dining chairs featuring a classic Klismos-style silhouette. The set
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Six Sculptural Italian Dining Chairs Reupholstered in Your Fabric
By Gio Ponti
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of Six Sculptural Italian Dining Chairs, Italy, circa 1960s. These chairs are currently being
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1990s Post Modern Muave Sculptural Castors Dining Chairs, Set of 5
By Carson s Furniture
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
This set of five post modern dining chairs makes a big impression. The unique shape ensures that
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1990s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Maurice Bailey for Monteverdi Young—Long Dining Table w/ Twelve Chairs, USA1950s
By Monteverdi-Young, Maurice Bailey
Located in Los Angeles, CA
architectural presence. The ensemble includes twelve sculptural dining chairs: * Eight side chairs * Four
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Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Sets

Materials

Wood

Sculptural Set of Four Dining Chairs in Oak with Iron Accents
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of four dining chairs, oak, iron, Europe, 1970s These chairs exemplify a harmonious synthesis
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Vintage 1970s European Brutalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Iron

Modern sculptural baby blue velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Modern sculptural light green velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Modern sculptural light gray velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Modern sculptural pink sand velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Modern sculptural navy blue velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Modern sculptural red velvet handmade Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Modern sculptural fur taupe velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Faux Fur

Modern sculptural chenille walnut armless Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut

Modern sculptural olive green velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Sculptural solid Pine Dining Chair attributed to Rainer Daumiller Denmark 1970s
By Rainer Daumiller, Hirtshals Savvaerk
Located in Ystad, SE
This Sculptural solid Oregon Pine Dining Chair attributed to famed designer Rainer Daumiller, who
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Pine

Finn Juhl, SW86 Chairs for Søren Willadsen Eftf., Copenhagen. 1952
By Finn Juhl, Soren Willadsen Mobelfabrik
Located in Argelato, BO
Søren Willadsen Møbelfabrik in the 1950s. These Scandinavian Modern sculptural dining chairs feature
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Modern sculptural chenille walnut armless Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Modern sculptural fur dark brown velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Faux Fur

Set of 4 sculptural walnut armless Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 12 sculptural walnut armless Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 8 sculptural walnut armless Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 6 sculptural walnut armless Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 10 sculptural walnut armless Arches II dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Arches II dining chair is designed in the likeness of the architectural scale that suggests a
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Sculptural Wooden and Pink Velvet Dining Chairs, 1940s, Set of 4
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Varese, Lombardia
The design of this set of four sculptural chairs is attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich. The chairs were
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Sculptural Solid Teak Danish Modern Hoop Dining Chair by Arne Hovmand-Olsen
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern dining chair in solid teak designed by Arne Hovmand Olsen for Mogens Kold, circa
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Teak

Set of 8 Sculptural Italian Dining Chairs Attributed to Malatesta Mason
By Malatesta and Mason
Located in Stamford, CT
A set of eight ebonized dining chairs attributed to Malatesta & Mason. Italian circa 1950's
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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Sculptural Mid-Century Dining Chairs in Ashwood with Soft Beige Teddy Upholstery
Located in Almelo, NL
Sculptural Mid-Century Dining Chairs in Ashwood with Soft Beige Teddy Upholstery, France, 1960s
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Ash

Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Oak Sculptural Dining Side Chairs - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut & Oak Sculptural Curved Back Dining Side Chairs - a Pair. Circa
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Set of 4 sculptural walnut chenille brass Arches dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
the European Product Design Awards 2021 The Arches dining chair is designed in the likeness of the
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 4 Italian Sculptural Lacquered Bentwood Dining Chairs, Geometric Pattern
By Pierluigi Molinari
Located in Zagreb, HR
A set of four stunning vintage Italian postmodern sculptural chairs, black lacquered bentwood with
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Style Dining Chairs with Sculptural Silhouette
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This classic dining chair seamlessly blends comfort and sophisticated design. It features a
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Foam

Loop Dining Chair In Sculptural Metal Frame and Bouclé Upholstery-Sergio López
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This armchair has a sculptural silhouette with a strong graphic presence. It is a modern piece that
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2010s Spanish Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Loop Dining Chair In Sculptural Metal Frame and Bouclé Upholstery-Sergio López
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This armchair has a sculptural silhouette with a strong graphic presence. It is a modern piece that
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2010s Spanish Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Solid Maple Carved Dining Chairs by Cushman Contemporary of Vermont
By H.T. Cushman Manufacturing Company
Located in Hudson, NY
Lovely solid hard rock maple chairs manufactured by Cushman of Vermont. These chairs are quite rare
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Maple

Sculptural Elm Wood Chair
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful sculptural solid elm wood chair with brutalist carved tripod legs and hourglass shaped
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Elm

Chrome Postmodern Sculptural Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chrome jewel tone velvet upholstered sculptural chairs featuring a Minimalist design
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Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Unique Mario Oreglia Set of Six Dining Chairs with Sculptural Wooden Frame
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Oreglia, set of six dining chairs, faux leather, lacquered wood, Italy, 1950s Mario Oreglia
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Set of 4 Modern sculptural brown velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Set of 4 Modern sculptural red velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Set of 6 sculptural walnut chenille brass Arches dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
the European Product Design Awards 2021 The Arches dining chair is designed in the likeness of the
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Set of 4 Modern sculptural fur velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Faux Fur

Set of 10 Modern sculptural fur velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Faux Fur

Set of 12 Modern sculptural fur velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Faux Fur

Set of 8 Modern sculptural fur velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Faux Fur, Velvet

Set of 6 Modern sculptural fur velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Faux Fur

3 Sculptural Form Oro Dining Chairs by Raoul Guys, 1951, Airborne, France
By Raoul Guys
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Exquisite and extremely rare set of three 'oro' dining chairs designed by sculptor and designer
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

1970s Rattan Wicker Sculptural Rolled Back Dining Side Chairs, Set of 4
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare sculptural rattan dining chairs set
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Vintage 1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Ink Dining Chair – Sculptural Brass Base with Red Upholstered Seat by Misaya
By Masaya
Located in Geneve, CH
Ink Dining Chair – Sculptural Brass Base with Red Upholstered Seat by Misaya Dimensions: W54 x D58
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2010s Thai Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Set of Four Ebénisterie Seltz Dining Chairs in Oak, France, 1970s
By Ebenisterie Seltz et Fils 1, Pierre Chapo
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking set of four dining chairs was produced by the French manufacturer Ebénisterie Seltz
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of 8 Modern sculptural red velvet Double Arch dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Double Arch dining chair conveys the same flat shape underneath the natural arches, showing a unique cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

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Sculptural Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the sculptural dining chair you’re looking for. Each sculptural dining chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and walnut. If you’re shopping for a sculptural dining chair, we have 213 options in-stock, while there are 10 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer sculptural dining chair, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A sculptural dining chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one sculptural dining chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Norman Cherner, Plycraft and Harvey Probber produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Sculptural Dining Chair?

Prices for a sculptural dining chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $600 and can go as high as $28,500, while the average can fetch as much as $4,176.

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 Sculptural Dining Chair
  • 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match. 

  • 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 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.

  • 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The seat of a dining room chair is typically 18 inches from the floor and 16 to 20 inches wide.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    To pick a fabric for dining room chairs, one should consider durable, easy to maintain or stain-resistant materials. While choosing a fabric is a personal choice, the most commonly preferred upholstery materials include cotton and linen — both are prone to staining, however — as well as leather and synthetic fabrics such as polyester. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dining chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.