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Set of Six French Country Walnut Dining Chairs with Rush Seats
Located in Milford, NH
A fine set of six hand carved French country walnut dining chairs, two arm chairs and four side
Category

20th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Walnut

Set of 4 McGuire Style Mid-Century Cane Bamboo Dining Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Pasadena, TX
McGuire style midcentury cane bamboo dining chairs Set of stunning bamboo and handwoven cane
Category

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

Materials

Cane

Vintage Wooden Dining Chairs Regency Revival / French Provincial Style Set of 8
Located in High Point, NC
Enhance your dining space with this beautiful set of six vintage wooden dining chairs, inspired by
Category

Mid-20th Century European Regency Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Lovely set of 2 brown vintage Thonet/bistro chairs with woven seats
By Thonet
Located in Harderwijk, NL
long time! A great set to mix with other dining chairs, creating a fun and playful arrangement. Note
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20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Wood, Bentwood

Set of 6 Modern mustard 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 10 Modern mustard 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 8 Modern mustard 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 12 Modern mustard 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

Six 19th century handpainted Sheraton dining chairs with rush seats
Located in Black Rock, CT
A set of six handpainted, Sheraton dining side chairs with handwoven, rush seats and stenciled
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Sheraton Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Paint, Wood

Set of 4 contemporary chenille beech Silhouette dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
dining chair. The joint dimension of people and objects represented by several 20th century artists
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Chenille, Wood, Beech

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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Faux Fur

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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Faux Fur

Set of 6 Modern textured fabric 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, Cotton, Chenille, Bouclé

Set of 10 Modern textured fabric 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, Bouclé, Chenille, Cotton

Set of 12 Modern textured fabric 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, Bouclé, Chenille, Cotton

Set of 4 Modern textured fabric 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, Bouclé, Chenille, Cotton

Set of 8 Modern textured fabric 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, Bouclé, Chenille, Cotton

Contemporary natural oak burgundy bouclé 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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Contemporary natural oak cream bouclé 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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Contemporary natural oak taupe bouclé 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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Contemporary black lacquered green velvet 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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Contemporary walnut chenille brass handmade 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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

ARV Dining Chair - Oiled Oak and Paper cord by David Thulstrup
By Brdr. Krüger
Located in Dubai, AE
The award-winning ARV chair draws on the classic virtues of Danish Modern design with timeless
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Oak

Set of 10 Organic turquoise velvet brass Figueroa dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
the creation of the Figueroa dining chair. Evoking the Californian Mountain, the luxurious Figueroa
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 12 Organic turquoise velvet brass Figueroa dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
the creation of the Figueroa dining chair. Evoking the Californian Mountain, the luxurious Figueroa
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 8 Organic turquoise velvet brass Figueroa dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
the creation of the Figueroa dining chair. Evoking the Californian Mountain, the luxurious Figueroa
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 6 Organic turquoise velvet brass Figueroa dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
the creation of the Figueroa dining chair. Evoking the Californian Mountain, the luxurious Figueroa
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 4 Organic turquoise velvet brass Figueroa dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
the creation of the Figueroa dining chair. Evoking the Californian Mountain, the luxurious Figueroa
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of Four Brutalist Dining Chairs with Rope Seats, Europe ca 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
sculptural intensity. It is within this context that this set of four dining chairs was created. Each chair
Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Rope

Walnut and papercord dining chairs by Molteni &C, stackable, 4, Italy 1990s
By Molteni C
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Beautiful set of 4 walnut wooden dining chairs with woven papercord seats by Molteni & C, Italy
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Walnut

Organic nature-inspired red velvet brass Figueroa dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
the creation of the Figueroa dining chair. Evoking the Californian Mountain, the luxurious Figueroa
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

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

Modern sculptural chenille 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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut

Giovanni Michelucci “Torbecchia” Dining Chair for Poltronova, 1964
By Poltronova, Giovanni Michelucci
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
-stained beechwood with woven straw seats, the "Torbecchia" dining chairs for Poltronova represent a
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Straw, Wood

Set of 4 Modern sculptural brown 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 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 4 Modern olive 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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Set of 4 Modern navy 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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Mid-Century Modern dark blue bouclé oak Niemeyer dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer dining chair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern round camel bouclé oak Niemeyer dining chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer dining chair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Wood

Lago Dining Chair with Natural Palm Fiber Back, Mexican Design (Set 4)
By Comité de Proyectos
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Natural Palm woven back that makes it so unique. The Lago dining chair is made of solid Huanacaxtle, a
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Natural Fiber, Hardwood

Antique French Henri II Style Oak Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Astoria, NY
A charming set of six late 19th century French dining chairs executed in the Renaissance Revival
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Oak

Hans J. Wegner, ‘Koldinghus’ Chairs in Beech with Woven Seat, Set of 6, 1988
By Børge Mogensen, GETAMA, Alvar Aalto, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Odense, DK
Crafted in beech with a woven seat, this set of 6 Hans J. Wegner ‘Koldinghus’ chairs embodies the
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Papercord, Beech

Vintage Niels Otto Møller Model 85 Teak Dining Chairs in Danish Papercord
By Neils O. Möller
Located in Emeryville, CA
An exceptional Danish design classic, the Møller No. 86 side chairs were masterfully created in the
Category

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

Materials

Teak

Eight Louis XV Style Cane Back Dining Chairs with Slip Seats
Located in Huntington, NY
Eight Louis XV Style cane back dining chairs w slip seats. The chairs frames Finely painted in
Category

Late 20th Century French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

Gio Ponti Leggera dining chairs Cassina, set of 6, Italy, 1956
By Gio Ponti, Figli di Amadeo Cassina
Located in Zevenaar, NL
the dining room, living room or office, Gio Ponti's Leggera chairs for Cassina are ideal for those
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Straw, Beech

Modern oak burgundy bouclé 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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Metal

Mid-Century Modern round salmon bouclé oak Niemeyer dining chair by InsidherLand
By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
The Niemeyer dining chair is named after the Brazilian Architect Oscar Niemeyer whose Architecture
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Zebra Wood

Set of 8 Modern 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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Set of 10 Modern 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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

Set of 4 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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 10 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

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

Set of 12 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

Set of 6 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 10 Modern brown velvet handmade 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 Modern 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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Velvet

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Woven Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of woven dining chairs available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, natural fiber and papercord, all woven dining chairs available were constructed with great care. There are 315 antique and vintage woven dining chairs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 57 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of woven dining chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Woven dining chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Large woven dining chairs can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller woven dining chairs available at 1stDibs — each spanning 15 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Many woven dining chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen Søn and Niels Otto Møller produced popular woven dining chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Woven Dining Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,607, while they’re typically $215 on the low end and $45,000 highest priced.

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 Woven Dining Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To protect your woven dining chairs, try a fabric protection spray designed for the specific type of material. Follow the application directions printed on the bottle for best results. Also, wipe your chairs clean after every meal with a slightly damp cloth to reduce the risk of stains. On 1stDibs, find a range of woven dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether weave chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some people like the way that woven backs and seats cradle their bodies and prefer weave chairs as a result. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of weave chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Woven chairs are made of many different natural and synthetic materials. These are often called wicker, rattan, cane or webbed chairs, which is more a category of how the chair is made rather than the material used. The type of material can be identified by how the chair looks and what it is used for. Synthetic materials are ideal for outdoor use, while natural, untreated materials are suitable for indoor use only. Find a variety of woven chair styles on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The chairs at a dining table are generally just called dining chairs. Chairs without arms that go along the sides of a table are side chairs. Typically positioned at the ends of tables, dining chairs framed by arms are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A dining chair with arms is called a carver chair or elbow chair. It is a traditional dining chair with arms added to it for a more structured look and is a popular option for dining seats for a spot to comfortably rest your arms. Shop a selection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is antique, first look for markings that can help you identify the maker. You will normally find these under the seat. By using information published on trusted online resources, you can research the markings to learn who made the chair and when the maker was active. Any dining chair made 100 years ago or earlier is an antique. Another way to identify antique chairs is to examine their details closely. Most antique dining chairs are handmade, so you can expect to see subtle tool markings and slight irregularities. A lack of these characteristics may indicate that a dining chair is machine-made and less likely to be an antique. For assistance with dating your dining chairs, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Whether leather is good for dining chairs is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find leather to be easy to wipe clean and appreciate its texture and appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of leather dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs 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 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    No one knows for sure why some dining chairs with arms are called carvers. However, it likely relates to the historical use of these chairs. Technically, carver is the nickname for a specific type of dining chair with arms, not for all dining armchairs. A Colonial American design, a carver chair features a backrest that wraps around the sides and forms arms. Traditionally, the carver chair went at the head of the table, and often the family member responsible for carving the primary entrée sat at this place. As a result, the chair's purpose for seating the carver of the meal is one potential explanation for the nickname. Another is that the name comes from John Carver, the governor of the Plymouth Colony. Reportedly, Carver owned one of these chairs, and people began referring to them by his name as a result. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of carver chairs.
  • 1stDibs 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 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.