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How can you tell if a Breuer chair is real?
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To tell if a Breuer chair is real, look closely at its chromed tubular steel frame. A genuine Breuer chair will have polished, welded ends, while replicas tend to feature visible end caps. You can also search for a label under the seat. These labels changed over the years, so compare yours to images of the labeling that appears in images of authentic chairs shared on trusted online resources to assess authenticity. Alternatively, you can seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Marcel Breuer chairs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
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Set of 8 Cesca B64 Cane Armchairs by Marcel Breuer for Thonet, Black 1970s
By Marcel Breuer, Thonet
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 8 Cesca B64 Cane Armchairs by Marcel Breuer for Thonet, black wood frames with cane, chromed steel. Ready for a new home.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pr. Marcel Breuer Wassily Lounge Chairs Made in Italy c. 1970's
By Marcel Breuer, Gavina
Located in New York, NY
Pair of classic Wasilly lounge chairs, originally designed at the Bauhaus by Marcel Breuer, these examples are later, made in Italy versions, attributed to Gavina, circa 1970's. Bot...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Knoll Laccio Coffee Table by Marcel Breuer
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in New York, NY
The Laccio coffee table was originally designed in 1925 by Marcel Breuer and is now produced by Knoll. Breuer's use of tubular steel was groundbreaking and enabled him to create piec...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Bauhaus Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Steel
Set of 8 Marcel Breuer Cesca dining chairs Cane Chrome Knoll Gavina Italy
By Knoll, Gavina, Marcel Breuer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Absolutely Stunning All Original Vintage Set of Matching 8 Marcel Breuer Cesca dining chairs Blonde Birch Lacquer with Cane backs and seats by Gavina Italy for Knoll. (6) chairs are ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$9,000 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Cesca Armchair by Marcel Breuer for Stendig
By Marcel Breuer, Stendig Co.
Located in Dorchester, MA
First manufactured in 1928 by Thonet, Marcel Breuer's Cesca Chair has become an icon of modern chair design. This version of the armchair has an original tubular steel-frame with bee...
Category
20th Century Italian Bauhaus Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 4 Bauhaus Cesca Chairs Designed by Marcel Breuer, Italy 70s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Lucija, SI
Set of 4 dark brown Cesca chairs was made in Italy in '70s.
It's fabulous iconic piece of furniture and also very comfortable to sit on. It's perfect for the dining area or as a decorative vintage piece for your home.
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Designed in 1928, Marcel Breuer’s B32...
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome