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Vincent Sheppard Loop Dining Chair
Located in Shakopee, MN
The Loop dining chair is a light and stackable outdoor chair.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Vincent Sheppard Loop Dining Chair
Vincent Sheppard Loop Dining Chair
H 34.26 in W 23.23 in D 22.45 in
Pair of McGuire Rattan Leona Loop Back Dining Armchairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Elegant pair of McGuire rattan loop back dining armchairs made in the California coastal organic
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Rattan

Pair of McGuire Rattan Leona Loop Back Dining Armchairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Elegant set of three McGuire rattan loop back dining armchairs made in the California coastal
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Rattan

Restored Mid-century Loop Arm Rattan Dining Chairs w/ "X" Back, Set of 4
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A set of four restored rattan "X" back dining chairs featuring a charming blend of functionality
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Set of Four Frances Elkins Loop Arm Chairs
By Frances Elkins
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A fabulous set of four Frances Elkins loop chairs. The armchairs are based on the 1930’s iconic
Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Restored Mid-Century Loop Arm Rattan Dining Armchairs
Located in Van Nuys, CA
rattan, providing both support and a unique visual element that complements the loop arms. Dimension
Category

Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

McGuire Bent Rattan Bistro Loop Back Dining Armchairs, a Set of Four
By McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
A lovely set of Four Bent Rattan Loop or Fan Back Dining Armchairs, No. M26 from McGuire San
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rattan, Fabric

Frances Elkins Loop Chairs Set of Six, Spain c 1960s
By Frances Elkins
Located in Norwalk, CT
Island, the "Loop" chairs are today considered iconic. This set of six dates to the mid-1960s when the
Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Restored Rattan Petal Fan Back Dining Chairs Set of 10
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Discover the allure of vintage charm with our restored rattan petal loop fan back dining chairs
Category

Vintage 1940s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Modern Black Green Beige or White Nordic Loop Dining or Accent Chair Set of 2
By Front Design, Qeeboo
Located in Origgio (VA), IT
Loop chair designed from the original and recognizable Front's stroke. The experimentations on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Modern Black Green Beige or White Nordic Loop Dining or Accent Chair Set of 2
By Qeeboo, Front Design
Located in Origgio (VA), IT
Loop chair, born from the original and recognizable magical and Nordic trait typical of the Front
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Restored Rattan "Loop" Leg Six Chairs and Dining Table Set
By Ficks Reed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored rattan dining set featuring a dining table and chairs with unique "loop" rattan legs. The
Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Sets

Materials

Rattan, Formica

Generous Windsor Armchair with Looped Back
Located in Greenwich, CT
A generous and comfortable windsor armchair with excellent color. Features a high looped and raked
Category

Antique 1830s English Windsor Chairs

Materials

Ash, Elm

Pair of Frances Elkins Wood Cane Seat Loop Backrest Beige Side Chairs Regency
By Frances Elkins
Located in Miami, FL
First Edition Pair of Loop Side or Dining Chairs designed by Frances Elkins and made in Spain circa
Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Regency Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood, Paint

Red Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
By Sebastian Scherer
Located in Geneve, CH
Red loop chair by Sebastian Scherer. Dimensions: D 57x W 40 x H 80 cm. Material: Aluminium
Category

2010s German Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Red Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
Red Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 22.45 in
Rose Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
By Sebastian Scherer
Located in Geneve, CH
Rose loop chair by Sebastian Scherer Dimensions: D57 x w40 x H80 cm Material: Aluminium. Weight
Category

2010s German Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Rose Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
Rose Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 22.45 in
Graphite Grey Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
By Sebastian Scherer
Located in Geneve, CH
Graphite grey loop chair by Sebastian Scherer Dimensions: D57x w40 x H80 cm Material: Aluminium
Category

2010s German Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Graphite Grey Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
Graphite Grey Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 22.45 in
Sun Yellow Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
By Sebastian Scherer
Located in Geneve, CH
Sun Yellow loop chair by Sebastian Scherer Dimensions: D57x w40 x H80 cm Material: Aluminium
Category

2010s German Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Sun Yellow Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
Sun Yellow Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 22.45 in
Night Black Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
By Sebastian Scherer
Located in Geneve, CH
Night black loop chair by Sebastian Scherer Dimensions: D 57x W 40 x H 80 cm. Material: aluminium
Category

2010s German Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Night Black Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
Night Black Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 22.45 in
Snow White Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
By Sebastian Scherer
Located in Geneve, CH
Snow white loop chair by Sebastian Scherer Dimensions: D 57x W 40 x H 80 cm Material: aluminium
Category

2010s German Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Snow White Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
Snow White Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 22.45 in
Raw Aluminium Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
By Sebastian Scherer
Located in Geneve, CH
Raw Aluminium loop chair by Sebastian Scherer Dimensions: D57x w40 x H80 cm Material: Aluminium
Category

2010s German Post-Modern Stools

Materials

Aluminum

Raw Aluminium Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
Raw Aluminium Loop Chair by Sebastian Scherer
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 22.45 in
Set of 4 Gray Dining Chairs
Located in South Salem, NY
A set of four gray painted loop-style garden dining chairs with black cushions. Seat dimensions are
Category

Late 20th Century American Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal

Set of 4 Gray Dining Chairs
Set of 4 Gray Dining Chairs
H 31 in W 22 in D 23 in
Frances Elkins "Loop" Chairs -set of 6
By Frances Elkins
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A perfect set of these iconic Elkins chairs. Restored in original white lacquer with the correct
Category

20th Century American Dining Room Chairs

Vintage Coastal Rattan Loop Dining Chairs - Set of 8
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous set of 8 vintage Coastal dining chairs. Beautiful bent rattan in a chic half loop detail
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Set of 12 Frances Elkins Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A set of 12 American carved and painted wood “loop” dining chairs inspired by an 18th century
Category

Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Set of 8 Frances Elkins Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A set of six American carved and white painted wood “loop” dining chairs inspired by an 18th
Category

Vintage 1930s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 8 Frances Elkins Chairs
Set of 8 Frances Elkins Chairs
H 38.5 in W 20 in D 20 in
Set of Eight McGuire Rattan Loop Back Dining Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Graceful and elegant set of eight genuine McGuire rattan loop back dining chairs made in the
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Rattan

1950's Bentwood Debrecen Dining Loop Arm Chairs - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's Bentwood Debrecen Dining Loop Arm Chairs - Set Of Four 1950's Bentwood Debrecen Dining Loop
Category

Vintage 1950s Hungarian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of Four Loop Dining Room Chairs attributed to Frances Elkins
By Frances Elkins
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of four side chairs, each having a lacquered finish, its back of looped rings, on caned seats
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Dining Room Chairs

Set of Four McGuire Rattan Leona Loop Back Dining Arm Chairs
By McGuire, John and Elinor McGuire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
California organic modern style. These impeccably crafted dining chairs display a gestural loop framed within
Category

Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Restored Loop Leg Rattan Dining Side Chair, Set of Six, circa 1950
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage loop leg rattan dining room chair, set of six chairs. Each chair features a black vinyl
Category

Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

After Frances Elkins Elegant Loop Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of six loop chairs, two armchairs and four sidechairs. Painted cream wood with Mongolian
Category

20th Century American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Sheepskin

After Frances Elkins Elegant Loop Chairs
After Frances Elkins Elegant Loop Chairs
H 37.5 in W 27 in D 22.25 in
Set of Six McGuire Rattan Loop Back Dining Armchairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive set of six McGuire loop-back dining armchairs made in the California coastal organic
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Rattan

Set of Eight Frances Elkins-Designed Loop Chairs
By Frances Elkins
Located in New York, NY
A set of eight Frances Elkins-designed loop chairs based on an 18th century Chinese Chippendale
Category

Vintage 1940s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Linen

6 Mcguire Leona Organic Modern Bamboo Rattan Loop Back Dining Armchairs
By McGuire
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage McGuire organic modern breakfast / dining / card / game arm chairs. Made of tubular bamboo
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan

Faux Bamboo Chinoiserie Gray Painted Dining Chairs, set of 4
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of 4 faux bamboo dining chairs. Loop back design. Newly refinished in antique gray painted
Category

Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Linen, Wood

Mid-Century Loop Leg Rattan Dining Side Chair, Set of Three
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage loop leg rattan dining room chair, set of three. Each chair features a green vinyl seat
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Midcentury Bent "Loop" Rattan Dining Side Chair, Set of Four
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage bent "Loop" rattan dining room side chair with a multi-colored pink seat, included is a set
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Mid-Century Bent "Loop" Rattan Dining Side Chair, Set of Four
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage bent "Loop" rattan dining room side chair with a multi-colored pink seat, included is a set
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Pair of Gray Painted Faux Bamboo Side Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of faux bamboo dining chairs. Loop back design. Newly refinished in antique distressed gray
Category

Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Linen, Wood

A Remarkable Set of Four Chairs in the Manner of William Hallett
Located in Greenwich, CT
A remarkable and important set of four 'loop back' dining chairs in the manner of William Hallett
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Regency Frances Elkins Loop Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Frances Elkins
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your dining experience with this set of 6 Vintage Regency Frances Elkins Loop Dining Chairs
Category

Late 20th Century North American Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of Four McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Loop Dining Chairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Graceful and elegant set of four genuine McGuire rattan loopback dining chairs made in the
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Rattan

Vintage Frances Elkins Loop Black Dining Chairs, Set of 12
By Frances Elkins
Located in Lambertville, NJ
This is a rare set of twelve iconic Francis Elkins Loop chairs in a black satin matte lacquer. The
Category

Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Mid-Century Loop Leg Rattan Dining Side Chair, Set of Four
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage loop leg rattan dining room chair, set of four. Each chair features a green vinyl seat
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Set of Six McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Dining Armchairs
By McGuire
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Graceful and elegant set of six loop back rattan dining chairs made in the California organic
Category

20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rattan, Fabric, Bamboo

1960s French Faux Bois Garden Table + Chairs
Located in Chicago, IL
to the vintage charm of your garden decor. South Loop Loft is not liable for cracks and fissures that
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Concrete, Metal

Assembled Set of 8 Loop Dining Chairs in the Style of Frances Elkins
By Frances Elkins
Located in Atlanta, GA
Assembled set of 8 20th century loop dining chairs in the style of Frances Elkins Black lacquered
Category

20th Century Dining Room Chairs

Set of 4 Teak and Green Wool Looped Dining Chairs Mid Century 1960s Danish
Located in London, GB
A beautiful set of 4 Danish teak & green wool dining chairs, these would make a stylish addition to
Category

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

Materials

Teak, Wool

Set of Four Vintage Loop Chairs by Frances Elkins
By Frances Elkins
Located in Hudson, NY
A matched set of four of Frances Elkins iconic Loop dining chairs, with a pair of armchairs and a
Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Dining Room Chairs

Rattan Loop Back Dining Chairs
By Ficks Reed
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Set of 6 rattan dining chairs by Ficks Reed feature a loop back design, splayed legs, and
Category

Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Rattan Loop Back Dining Chairs
Rattan Loop Back Dining Chairs
H 38 in W 23 in D 26 in
Rattan Loop Back Dining Chairs by Lexington, Set of 6
By Lexington Furniture 1
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Set of 6 vintage rattan dining chairs by Lexington Furniture Co. featuring an attractive loop-back
Category

Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Rattan Loop Back Dining Chairs by Lexington, Set of Six
By Lexington Furniture 1
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Set of 6 rattan dining chairs by Lexington feature loop back styling and solid construction. Very
Category

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Frances Elkins Loop Chairs
Located in High Point, NC
Set of four Loop Chairs (two arm and two side) with orginal white lacquered finish from the 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Frances Elkins Loop Chairs
Frances Elkins Loop Chairs
H 38 in W 24.25 in D 25.5 in
Set of 6 Loop Back Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of 6 Loop Back Chairs read MY NOTES at www.CIRCAWHO.com keywords
Category

20th Century American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 6 Loop Back Chairs
Set of 6 Loop Back Chairs
H 35.25 in W 26 in D 24 in
Set of Six Loop Back Dining Chairs in the Manner of Frances Elkins
By Frances Elkins
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Set of six dining chairs, solid wood with rattan seats, with loop back design in the manner of
Category

Vintage 1980s Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Rattan Loop Back Dining Chairs in the Manner of McGuire, Set of 6
By McGuire
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Set of six McGuire style rattan dining chairs feature an organic loop back design and leather
Category

Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Rattan

Eight English Mahogany chairs with loop design
Located in Scarsdale, NY
These lovely eight mahogany English chairs have a lovely four tier loop design. The fabric is
Category

Early 20th Century English Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Set of Eight Carved Rope Loop Back Oak Chairs
Located in Paris, ile de france
A set of eight carved oak chairs with carved rope loop backs and octagonal seats on faceted carved
Category

20th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Eight Carved Rope Loop Back Oak Chairs
Set of Eight Carved Rope Loop Back Oak Chairs
H 47.25 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
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Loop Dining Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the loop dining chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each loop dining chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using plastic, natural fiber and rattan. There are 13 variations of the antique or vintage loop dining chair you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer loop dining chair, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right loop dining chair, those designed in Hollywood Regency, Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made loop dining chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Front Design, Lexington Furniture and Qeeboo are consistently popular.

How Much is a Loop Dining Chair?

A loop dining chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,400, while the lowest priced sells for $402 and the highest can go for as much as $29,500.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

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Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Loop 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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 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 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 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 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.