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Six Arne Jacobsen Butterfly Dining Chairs Leather
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
Beautiful Classic design set of six chairs; the so called Butterfly chairs from designer Arne
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Boucle, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Wool, Light Wood, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Gray Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
Mid-Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Peony Cotton, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech, Cotton, Linen
Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Mid-Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Yellow Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Light Creme Boucle, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bouclé
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Pineapple Vegan Leather, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
20th Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Wool, Light Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Linen, Light Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Gray Boucle, Dark Walnut Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Set of Eight Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Gray Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark walnut brown stained beech legs and fully upholstered
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Set of Six Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Gray Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chair, Pink Boucle and Walnut Wood, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Set of Six Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Set of Eight Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Peony Cotton, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Set of Seven Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Set of Four Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Set of Eight Mid-Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Four 20th Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Wool, Light Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Butterfly Dining Chair, Gray Boucle, Dark Wood, by Vintola Studio, Poland, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark wenge stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bouclé
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Five 20th Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Wool, Light Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Nine 20th Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Wool, Light Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Set of Four Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pineapple Leather, Europe 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Six Mid-Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Pink Linen, Light Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Set of Eight Mid Century Butterfly Dining Chairs, Yellow Boucle, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Butterfly Chair in Leopard Pink Wool by Vintola Studio, Stained Beechwood Seat
Located in New York, NY
: 17.72"
100% natural wool, Beech wood.
The 'Butterfly' dining chair features elegantly pink-stained
Category
2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wool, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Butterfly Tan Brown Dining Chair by Esvee Atelier
By Esvee
Located in Geneve, CH
Butterfly Tan Brown Dining Chair by Esvee Atelier
Dimensions: D 55 x W 53 x H 80 cm.
Materials: Tan
Category
2010s Indian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Butterfly Charcoal Black Dining Chair by Esvee Atelier
By Esvee
Located in Geneve, CH
Butterfly Charcoal Black Dining Chair by Esvee Atelier
Dimensions: D 55 x W 53 x H 80 cm.
Materials
Category
2010s Indian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of 2 Butterfly Charcoal Black Dining Chairs by Esvee Atelier
By Esvee
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Butterfly Charcoal Black Dining Chairs by Esvee Atelier
Dimensions: D 55 x W 53 x H 80 cm
Category
2010s Indian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Set 3107 Butterfly Chairs Design Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful set of matte black butterfly chairs (Butterfly Chairs) or Series 7 / 3107 by Arne
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plywood
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
1955, Arne Jacobsen, Early Vintage Black Faux Leather 3107 Butterfly Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
. :-)
Butterfly in black faux leather by Arne Jacobsen by Fritz Hanssen. This chair has a beautiful elegant design
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 30.71 in W 18.51 in D 20.48 in
Set of 4 Fritz Hansen butterfly chairs in deep green fabric, 1980s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
A set of 4 evocative butterfly chairs by Fritz Hansen, upholstered in original emerald green fabric
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Set of 4 original grey Fritz Hansen butterfly chairs from 1984 Danish design
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Harderwijk, NL
the butterfly chair. These are original specimens from 1984 and due to their timeless appearance, they
Category
20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 20.87 in
1955, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Six Rare Vintage Laminated 3107 Butterfly Chair
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
laminated edition 3107 butterfly chairs. The patina and used veneer is very rare and beautiful. the chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 29.53 in W 18.12 in D 19.3 in
Arne Jacobsen Fritz Hansen Series 7 Butterfly Chair in Oak Veneer, circa 1960s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in New York, NY
Vintage example of the iconic Butterfly chair designed. By Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen as part
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 30 in W 18 in D 19 in
1955, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Two Early Vintage Red Painted 3107 Butterfly Chairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
of two beautiful red butterflies. Both wooden shells have some tiny loss of paint on some spots or a
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.53 in W 18.12 in D 19.69 in
1955, Arne Jacobsen, Eight Turquoise to Upholster 3207 Butterfly Armchairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
. :-)
Set of eight butterfly chairs with Turquoise upholstery by Fritz Hansen. All chairs each show heavy
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.93 in W 24.41 in D 21.66 in
1955, Arne Jacobsen, Set of Four Turquoise Upholstered 3207 Butterfly Armchairs
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
details on his family name plus eu, is for sale soon too. :-)
Set of four butterfly chairs with
Category
Antique Mid-17th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.93 in W 24.41 in D 21.66 in
Handcrafted Solid Oak wood Black Butterfly Study/Dining/Side chair with Brass
By Esvee
Located in Hyderabad, TG
A Solid wood chair crafted for comfort and a timeless aesthetic, the BUTTERFLY chair design is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 31.5 in W 20.87 in D 21.66 in
Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Blue Jacquard, Light Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with light brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Early 20thc Replicas of 18thc Butterfly Windsor Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 20thc Butterfly Step down Windsor chairs with saddle seats in amazing aged & amazing
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Windsor Chairs
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Beige Red Jacquard, Black Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with black stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Jacquard, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Eight MidCentury Butterflies Chairs, Beige Red Jacquard, Black Wood Europe 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with black stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and back
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Jacquard
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Four Mid Century Butterflies Chairs, Blue Jacquard, Light Wood Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with light brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Hand Tufting Pink Wool Leopard, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with beautiful pink stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Blue Scarabeo Velvet, Dark Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Set of Eight MidCentury Butterfly Chairs, Linen Schwarzwald Dedar, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Linen Schwarzwald Dedar, Dark Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Eight Mid Century Butterfly Chairs, Fandango Jacquard, Dark Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Pink Fandango Jacquard, Dark Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with dark brown walnut stained beech legs and fully upholstered
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Light Ivory Boucle, Light Oak Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Set of Twelve Mid Century Butterfly Chairs, Boucle, Light Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with medium light stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat and
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Set of Six MidCentury Butterfly & Heart Chairs, Hand Tufting Wool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Set of Mixed chairs, 3 butterflies and 3 heart chairs.
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Six Mid Century Butterfly Chairs, Hand Tufting Pink Wool Leopard, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with beautiful pink stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Hand Tufting Blue Green Orange Wool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with beautiful blue stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Set of Three Mid Century Butterfly Chairs, Hand Tufting Wool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with beautiful blue stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Hand Tufting Blue Green Orange Wool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with beautiful blue stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wool, Beech
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Butterfly Chair, Hand Tufting Blue Green Orange Wool, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Dining chair called "Butterfly" with beautiful blue stained beech legs and fully upholstered seat
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Wool
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
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Butterfly Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic butterfly dining chair available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and fabric, every butterfly dining chair was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a butterfly dining chair — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A butterfly dining chair, designed in the Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made butterfly dining chair over the years, but those crafted by Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen and Kurt Østervig are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Butterfly Dining Chair?
Prices for a butterfly dining chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $368 and can go as high as $24,774, while the average can fetch as much as $1,965.
Questions About Butterfly Dining Chair
- Do butterfly chairs fold up?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Whether or not Butterfly chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. Many people find that the way the upholstery of the Butterfly chair hangs from its metal frame provides plenty of support for the body. Plus, its sling design invites users to settle in and relax. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Butterfly chair, also known as the BKF or Hardoy chair, was made in 1938 in Buenos Aires. It is recognizable by its metal frame and suspended seat, created by the large sling of material hung from the frame’s highest points. Shop the unique style from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy designed the Butterfly chair. The trio met while working in Le Corbusier's studio and then moved to Argentina, where they founded the Grupo Austral. In 1938, they unveiled their now iconic chair, which was inspired by a previous work called Tripolona, which they designed using inspiration from folding, collapsible chairs used by the British military. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Butterfly chairs were popular in the 1950s. Due to a renewed interest in mid-century modern design, the chairs are also used to decorate homes today. The original name of the butterfly chair is the BKF after its three designers, Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy. You'll find a range of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- Who made the butterfly chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy made the butterfly chair. The three architects created the design in 1938 at their firm in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Their design draws inspiration from Joseph Beverly Fenby's Tripolina chair produced in 1877. Shop a variety of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Dining room tables with butterfly leaves look like they have wings when they’re being opened, which is why they’re called butterflies. A butterfly leaf affords you more space at your dining table for additional house guests. Owing to geared slides, butterfly leaf tables should open easily.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024How you tell if a Butterfly chair is real depends on what you mean by the term "real." If by real you mean an authentic Knoll Butterfly chair produced from 2018 and onwards, first look for the Knoll label found under the seat. Compare this label to images found online to begin to assess its authenticity. Then, examine the metal frame of the chair. An authentic Knoll Butterfly chair will be evenly polished and show no imperfections, such as highly visible welding marks. Any flaws will usually indicate that a piece is counterfeit. On the other hand, if by real you mean an original Butterfly chair made by Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, the answer is that your chair is unlikely to be. The designers only created three Butterfly chairs, which are all part of museum collections. To learn more about the age and maker of your Butterfly chair, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Explore a range of Knoll Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell a real Hardoy Butterfly chair, examine the frame closely. An authentic chair will have a sturdy steel frame. If the metal seems flimsy or thin, it will unlikely be a genuine Hardoy. In addition, real Butterfly chairs are free of joints and hinges, so you can generally conclude that a chair is a reproduction if you spot either. If you'd like a professional opinion on your chair, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. Find a range of BKF Hardoy Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.
- 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 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.