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1970s Bielecky Brothers Rattan Parsons Dining Chairs
By Bielecky Brothers
Located in Southampton, NJ
Set of six a basket weave Parsons dining chairs in Chris Stone cotton upholstery attributed to
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Raffia, Rattan, Wood
John Widdicomb Parsons Dining Chairs
By John Widdicomb
Located in Dallas, TX
An outstanding set of Mid-century Modern Parsons Dining Chairs by John Widdicomb Co., The
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Postmodern Multi Colored Parsons Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional set of 6 tags postmodern parsons dining chairs. Each feature a multi colored, orange
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Postmodern Pink Green and Purple Parsons Dining Chairs - 4 Chairs
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Incredible set of 4 parsons dining chairs. Each feature a pink purple and green designed fabric
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Postmodern Black Tufted Parsons Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Delray Beach, FL
for contemporary dining spaces.
Black Tufted Parsons Chairs
Sophisticated black-on-black fabric
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Postmodern Multi Color Squiggle Fabric Parsons Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Revitalize your dining space with these Postmodern Multi Color Squiggle Fabric Parsons Dining
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Set of 6 Parsons Dining Chairs Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Redding, CT
Set of 6 Parsons Dining Chairs Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin.
Since 1953, Thayer Coggin has
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather
6 Post-Modern White Upholstered High Back Parsons Dining Chairs
By Pace Collection, Milo Baughman
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Remarkably comfortable set of six fully upholstered and padded white parsons dining chairs. These
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Modern Upholstered Parsons Dining Chairs, Set 4
By Milo Baughman
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of four Milo Baughman style parsons dining chairs with waterfall backs. In its original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
H 38.25 in W 18 in D 17.5 in
John Widdicomb Mid Century Parsons Dining Chairs - Set of 8
By John Widdicomb
Located in Countryside, IL
John Widdicomb Mid Century Parsons Dining Chairs - Set of 8
Each armless chair measures: 18.5 wide
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Rolling Parsons Dining Chairs by Lane Venture, Set of 2
By Lane Furniture
Located in Lake Worth, FL
parsons dining chairs by Lane Venture
Featuring rollbacks, brass casters, and Burnout Velvet fabric
Category
Vintage 1980s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of 6 MCM Henredon Scene One Royal Blue velvet Campaign Parsons Dining Chairs
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Set of 6 MCM Henredon Scene One Campaign Walnut Parsons Dining Chairs
You will find timeless
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet
H 40.5 in W 20.5 in D 22.5 in
Boho Chic Rattan and Wicker Parsons Dining Chairs - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The Boho Chic Rattan and Wicker Parsons Dining Chairs, a set of four, beautifully combine
Category
20th Century Bohemian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rattan
Set of 6 Modern Parson Dining Chairs for Directional, puffy off-white
By Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of 6 Modern Parson Dining Chairs made by Directional.
Off-white in color
Fully upholstered
4
Category
Vintage 1970s Minimalist Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Milo Baughman style Parson Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Denton, TX
Set of eight Milo Baughman style Parsons armchairs in the original green Micro fiber upholstery on
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
1970's Brown Velvet Tufted Chrome High Back Parsons Dining Chairs
By John Stuart Inc., Milo Baughman, Design Institute America
Located in Chattanooga, TN
What's more 70's legit than tufted brown chevron velour? These aluminum leg parsons dining chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 6 Vintage Parsons Dining Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
dining chairs have been newly refinished and re-covered in velvet zebra design fabric. The chairs have
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Milo Baughman Set of 8 Parsons Dining Chairs in Ivory Bouclé by Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sexy set of eight Parsons dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin newly
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
H 33 in W 22 in D 20 in
Set of Ten Parsons Dining Chairs with Pollack Fabric
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent set of ten bespoke parsons style dining chairs upholstered with Pollack viscose fabric from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
21st C. 4 Colorful Designer Parsons Dining Chairs with Contrasting Piping
Located in Morristown, NJ
21st c., (2) pairs of colorfully upholstered Parsons side chairs, two in turquoise with lime green
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 42.25 in W 20.5 in D 21 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Far East Parsons Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six mid-century Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Parsons style dining chairs
By
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 42 in W 22 in D 25 in
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Parsons Dining Chairs with Arch Backs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A handsome set of six matching dining chairs circa 1970's. Chairs are in very clean ready to use
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 38.75 in W 21.5 in D 22.5 in
Chic Restored Set of 16 Brass Parsons Dining Chairs by John Stuart, circa 1968
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
base Parsons style dining chairs, circa 1968. The set consists of two (2) host and fourteen (14) side
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 36 in W 18.25 in D 20.5 in
Chic Restored Set of 12 Brass Parsons Dining Chairs by John Stuart, circa 1968
By John Stuart Inc.
Located in Atlanta, GA
upholstery service is available.
A stunning set of twelve (12) brass base Parsons style dining chairs, circa
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 36 in W 18.25 in D 20.5 in
Elegant Set of 12 Parsons Dining Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1970
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
A sublime set of twelve (12) restored Parsons style dining chairs by Baker, circa 1970. This
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 40 in W 22 in D 20 in
Set of 6 Iconic John Widdicomb Parsons Style Dining Chairs
By John Widdicomb
Located in Hopewell, NJ
An elegant set of six John Widdicomb Parsons dining chairs, fully marked with brass tags, from the
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Stylish Milo Baughman Style Parsons Upholstered Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stylish set of six Milo Baughman style parsons dining chairs. These do retain their original 1980s
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 41 in W 19 in D 25 in
4 Italian Modern Parsons Dark Oak Suede Side Accent Dining Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Four vintage modern Italian Parsons dining chairs featuring dark oak frame with suede upholstery
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Suede, Oak
1970s Design Institute of America Chrome Parsons Chairs - Set of 4
By Design Institute America
Located in Esperance, NY
Introducing a fantastic set of four vintage Parsons dining chairs that exude both style and quality
Category
Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Set of 4 Postmodern Parson's Style Dining Chairs in Yellow
Located in Freehold, NJ
This set of 4 postmodern dining chairs feature vintage yellow velour upholstery throughout, tufted
Category
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Parsons Chair Set of Four
Located in Red Lion, PA
Featuring a parsons style look, this contemporary dining chair has a skirted bottom with a
Category
1990s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
4 Modern Leopard Upholstered Nailhead Parsons Rolled Back Oak Side Dining Chairs
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of four vintage dining side chairs featuring Leopard fabric with rolled back, nailhead trim
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
H 37.5 in W 20 in D 30 in
Set of 6 Chrome Parsons Style Dining Side Chairs Attributed to Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A great set of 6 vintage modernist dining chairs with chrome parsons style bases, slightly tapered
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 40.75 in W 18.5 in D 25 in
Four 1980s Postmodern High Back Parsons Chairs
Located in Harlingen, TX
A late 20th century set of four postmodern style Parsons dining side chairs. Featuring a high back
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Postmodern Navy Blue Pinstripe and Pink Hibiscus Parsons Chairs on Casters
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Parsons Chairs on Casters. These chairs blend a classic navy blue pinstripe design with vibrant pink
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 40.5 in W 18.5 in D 24 in
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Grey Parsons Chairs, Set of 4
By Milo Baughman
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman style mid century grey Parsons chairs - Set of 4
Each chair measures: 22.25 wide x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Nice Set of 8 Milo Baughman Upholstered Parson Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Nice set of 8 signed Milo Baughman upholstered dining chairs. This is the set you designers have
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Elegant Set of 10 Walnut Greek Key Parsons Chairs by Baker, circa 1970
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
A sublime set of ten (10) restored Parsons style dining chairs by Baker, circa 1970. This elegant
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Sublime Set of 8 Greek Key ARM Parsons Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
An sophisticated unique set of eight (8) restored Parsons style Greek Key arm dining chairs by the
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Exquisite Set of 8 Basket-Weave Cane Dining Chairs by Danny Ho Fong, c 1975
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal
Located in Atlanta, GA
wrapped Parsons style dining chairs by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal, circa 1975. Heavy hardwood
Category
Vintage 1970s Philippine Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
H 36 in W 17.5 in D 20.5 in
Exquisite Set of 12 Basket-Weave Cane Dining Chairs by Danny Ho Fong, c 1975
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal
Located in Atlanta, GA
twelve (12) difficult to find cane wrapped Parsons style dining chairs by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal
Category
Vintage 1970s Philippine Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
H 36 in W 17.5 in D 20.5 in
Exquisite Set of 10 Basket-Weave Cane Dining Chairs by Danny Ho Fong, c 1975
By Danny Ho Fong, Tropi-cal
Located in Atlanta, GA
ten (10) difficult to find cane wrapped Parsons style dining chairs by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal
Category
Vintage 1970s Philippine Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
H 36 in W 17.5 in D 20.5 in
Exquisite Set of 14 Basket-Weave Cane Dining Chairs by Danny Ho Fong, c 1975
By Tropi-cal, Danny Ho Fong
Located in Atlanta, GA
fourteen (14) difficult to find cane wrapped Parsons style dining chairs by Danny Ho Fong for Tropi-Cal
Category
Vintage 1970s Philippine Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
H 36 in W 17.5 in D 20.5 in
Superb Set of 12 Cane Wrapped Dining Chairs in the Style of Billy Baldwin, 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
H 35.5 in W 17 in D 21.5 in
Superb Set of Ten Cane Wrapped Dining Chairs in the Style of Billy Baldwin, 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent dining chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Hardwood
H 35.5 in W 17 in D 21.5 in
All Arms, Sublime Set of 16 Greek Key Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1970
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
Parsons style Greek Key arm dining chairs by the esteemed Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, circa 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
All Arms, Sublime Set of 12 Greek Key Chairs by Michael Taylor, circa 1970
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
Parsons style Greek Key arm dining chairs by the esteemed Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, circa 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Sublime Set of 20 Vintage Greek Key Chairs by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
An sophisticated unique set of twenty (20) meticulously restored Parsons style Greek Key arm dining
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 40.5 in W 22 in D 21 in
Set of 8 Burnt Orange Parsons Style Dining Chairs
Located in Pasadena, TX
Set of 8 Burnt orange Parsons style dining chairs. The chairs have a velour type fabric. They are
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery
Set of Six Milo Baughman Parsons Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Houston, TX
Set of six Classic Milo Baughman dining chairs, recently upholstered in an oatmeal linen wool blend
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Set of Eight Milo Baughman Style Velvet and Brass Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
An attractive set of eight Milo Baughman style parson dining chairs. Brass frame dining chairs with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Four 1950s Dunbar Parsons Style Dining Chairs by Edward Wormley, USA
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Denver, CO
Beautiful set of four (mid-rise) Parsons dining chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
H 34.5 in W 20 in D 23 in
12 Modern Parsons Style Low Back Dining Chairs
Located in New London, CT
Nice set of 12 dining chairs with a contemporary silver and black upholstery. Nice firm cushioning
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Six Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Parsons Style Dining Chairs
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Houston, TX
A set of six high back upholstered dining chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin ready for
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Set of 6 Fabulous Velvet Parson’s Chairs
Located in Livingston, NJ
Fabulous set of 6 cut-velvet dining chairs from a Palm Beach estate. Covered in a designer diamond
Category
Early 2000s North American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Pair of Parsons Chairs - Holland and Sherry Ultrasuede
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of eight Parsons chairs upholstered in a honey-colored Holland & Sherry ultra-suede fabric
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Ultrasuede
Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Faux Leopard Dining Chairs 4 Armless / 2-Arm
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern set of 6 parsons style dining chairs
4 armless/ 2-arm. Fully upholstered in
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Post Modern Parsons Dining Chairs, 1980
By Parsons
Located in Chicago, IL
Postmodern Parsons dining chairs. Set of 6 with original upholstery, some stains.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Baker Furniture Parsons Dining Chairs, Newly Reupholstered
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Parsons dining chairs
By Baker Furniture
USA, late 20th century
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Postmodern Brown Fabric Parsons Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Excellent set of 6 brown parsons dining chairs. Each chair features a scroll top. Seat Height: 18.0
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric
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Parsons Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal parsons dining chair for your home. Each parsons dining chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and upholstery. There are 49 variations of the antique or vintage parsons dining chair you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect parsons dining chair — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each parsons dining chair bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one parsons dining chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Milo Baughman, Baker Furniture Company and Design Institute America produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Parsons Dining Chair?
Prices for a parsons dining chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $280 and can go as high as $32,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,267.
Questions About Parsons Dining Chair
- What is a Parsons chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024A Parsons chair is a type of dining chair. It features four wooden legs with a slight taper. In some cases, the front legs may be turned. The chairs also tend to have high rectangular backs and lightly padded seats, both clad in upholstery. The name Parsons chair refers to the Parsons School of Design in Paris, France, where students first developed the now iconic chair during the 1930s. Shop an assortment of Parsons chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024Why it is called a Parsons chair relates to the history of this seating style. During the 1930s, a group of students at the Parsons School of Design in Paris, France, created the first example of the Parsons chair for a project that involved trying to design a comfortable chair that could blend in with many types of decor. It quickly became popular among furniture makers, who began duplicating the chair, calling it the Parsons chair in honor of its creators. Explore a collection of Parsons chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a Parsons-style chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Parsons-style chair is a type of seating furniture with a simple square back and straight arms that connect to rectangular legs. The name comes from the Parsons School of Design in Paris, France, where the chairs originated in the 1930s. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Parsons-style chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between a side chair and a Parsons chair is style. A side chair is a very commonly used dining chair. The form of a side chair may vary, but the constant is the lack of armrests to keep hands free for eating and to save space at the table. A Parsons chair is a type of side chair that features upholstery on the seat and back. Shop a selection of dining 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 26, 2024A dining room chair is called a dining chair. However, depending on its style, you may also see a dining chair referred to by other names. Armless ones placed along the long sides of rectangular and oval tables are side chairs, while the chairs with arms that often go at the heads of tables are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Yes, it may be worth recovering dining chairs. If the upholstery on your chairs is worn or stained, but the frames are in good condition, recovering them can restore their appearance and allow you to continue using your furniture for more years. However, there may be some downsides to recovering. Sometimes, the material and labor costs may be more than what you might pay for new chairs. Recovering some vintage or antique dining chairs may also diminish their value. If your chairs are vintage or antique, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or antique dealer to learn about the potential impact of replacing the fabric before you proceed with the recovery process. It is also a good idea to get estimates from a few professional furniture repairers to see how much the project will cost. Shop a large collection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024The chairs at a dining table are generally just called dining chairs. Chairs without arms that go along the sides of a table are side chairs. Typically positioned at the ends of tables, dining chairs framed by arms are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.
- 1stDibs 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.
- 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 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024Many furniture lovers feel that leather dining chairs are worth it. Due to its natural beauty, leather can elevate dining rooms and add interest to interior designs by bringing in a new texture. Leather is also fairly easy to wipe clean, and top-grain and full-grain upholstery often hold up well to the effects of frequent use. Keep in mind that other factors contribute to the overall quality of a chair, such as its frame materials and construction methods. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of leather dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A good width for a dining chair is generally considered to be 16 to 20 inches. Chairs within this size range typically provide enough space for most people to sit comfortably. Shop a collection of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What the head dining chairs are called varies. With many dining room sets, the chairs designed to go at the heads or ends of the tables are flanked by arms. As a result, people often refer to them as dining armchairs or dining end chairs. If the chairs lack arms, they're usually described as end chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.
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Sam Klemick's cool stool is edgy, cozy and environmentally sustainable all at once.
Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
Rock Your Cares Away on This Sunny Hand-Crocheted Swing
The boho-chic Enchanted Forest Swing, handmade by marginalized women from Turkey and Syria, is uplifting in every way.
Learn Why Designer Maarten Baas Set This Charles Rennie Mackintosh Chair on Fire
What happens when you do something to a piece of furniture that you shouldn’t? It becomes an entirely new object.