$2,459
H 32.28 in W 19.69 in D 37.01 in
Art Nouveau Jugendstil Bentwood Rocking Chair by Fischel, Austria, 1910s
By Fischel
Located in Hamburg, DE
Art Nouveau bentwood rocking chair by the Austrian manufacturer Fischel. Shown here in a slightly smaller version. A classic rocking chair made of bentwood elements with elaborate o...
Rattan
$1,308Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 29.14 in W 16.93 in D 17.72 in
Four chairs mod. Fledermaus, Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Argelato, BO
Four bentwood chairs mod. Fledermaus by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s It is one of the most famous creations of the Austrian architect Josef Hoffmann, one of the founding fathers...
Straw, Bentwood
$1,930
H 38.19 in W 21.66 in D 22.05 in
Josef Hoffmann Office Chair With Porcelain Caster Wheels For FISCHEL 1910s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Čelinac, BA
Josef Hoffmann Office Chair With Porcelain Caster Wheels for Fischel 19010s
Bentwood
Unavailable
H 39.77 in W 36.62 in D 21.26 in
Original Gustav Siegel Bentwood Rocking Chair for Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1910s
By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Gustav Siegel
Located in Budapest, HU
Rare, original bentwood rocker by designer Gustav Siegel, manufactured by Jacob & Josef Kohn, Austria 1905-10. This Vienna workshop bentwood rocking chair is in great condition. Str...
Bentwood
1910's Children chair by Gebrüder Thonet
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Brno, CZ
An authentic bentwood kids chair made at the beginning of the 20th century. Originally this chair was connected to a small desk as one piece. Thonet was producing this type of kid’s ...
Beech, Bentwood
Unavailable
H 33.86 in W 16.54 in D 18.51 in
Pair of 1910's dining chairs model no.221 by Gebrüder Thonet
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, August Thonet
Located in Brno, CZ
These two dining chairs were originally designed by the Gebüder Thonet company in 1898, and could be found in Thonet sales catalogues as model number 221. These particular pieces are...
Beech, Bentwood
1910's Early Debrecen Bentwood Dining Chairs - Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1910's Early Debrecen Bentwood Dining Chairs - Pair 1910's Early Debrecen Bentwood Dining Chairs - Pair.
Bentwood
1910's Bentwood Dining Chairs - Mundus - Set Of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1910’s Bentwood Dining Chairs – Mundus – Set Of Six 1910’s Bentwood Dining Chairs – Mundus – Set Of Six.
Bentwood
1910's Bentwood Ladder Back Dining Chairs - Mundus - Set Of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
910’s Bentwood Ladder Back Dining Chairs – Mundus – Set Of Six 1910’s Bentwood Ladder Back Dining Chairs – Mundus – Set Of Six.
Bentwood
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H 32.29 in W 25.6 in D 22.45 in
1910's Bentwood Oversize Hoop Arm Dining Chairs - Mundus - Set Of Three
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1910’s Bentwood Oversize Hoop Arm Dining Chairs – Mundus – Set Of Three 1910’s Bentwood Oversize Hoop Arm Dining Chairs – Mundus – Set Of Three.
Bentwood
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H 34.65 in W 16.15 in D 16.54 in
1910’s Bentwood Debrecen Early Hoop Back Dining Chairs – Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1910’s Bentwood Debrecen Early Hoop Back Dining Chairs – Set Of Four 1910’s Bentwood Debrecen Early Hoop Back Dining Chairs – Set Of Four.
Bentwood
Sold
H 34.65 in W 16.15 in D 16.54 in
1910’s Bentwood Debrecen Early Hoop Back Dining Chairs – Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1910’s Bentwood Debrecen Early Hoop Back Dining Chairs – Set Of Four 1910’s Bentwood Debrecen Early Hoop Back Dining Chairs – Set Of Four.
Bentwood
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H 27.17 in W 22.45 in D 19.69 in
Pair of bentwood Armchairs mod. Fledermaus by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Famous armchair designed by Josef Hoffmann for Viennese cabaret "Fledermaus" in 1905. Made of bentwood. Josef Hoffmann Fledermaus Chair Model 728, 1910s Produced by J&J Kohn - Austr...
Fabric, Bentwood
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H 30.32 in W 23.23 in D 22.45 in
1910s Set of Two Marcel Kammerer Wooden Chairs for Gebruder Thonet
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Marcel Kammerer
Located in Praha, CZ
-Good original condition with minor signs of use -Carefully refinished with shellac -Stamped and labeled by Maker.
Bentwood
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H 30.32 in W 23.23 in D 22.45 in
1910s Marcel Kammerer Wooden Sofa and Chairs for Gebruder Thonet
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Marcel Kammerer
Located in Praha, CZ
-Good original condition with minor signs of use -Carefully refinished with shellac -Stamped/labeled by Maker -Sofas measurement: H 76 cm x W 123 cm x D 60 cm.
Bentwood
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H 30.32 in W 23.23 in D 22.45 in
1910s Marcel Kammerer Wooden Sofa, Chairs and Stool for Gebruder Thonet
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Marcel Kammerer
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use - Carefully refinished with shellac - Stamped/labeled by Maker - Set includes 4 pieces - Dimensions of the sofa: H 76 cm x W 123...
Bentwood
Thonet chair 1910s
By Thonet
Located in Čelinac, BA
Thonet chair no.335
Bentwood
Sold
H 32 in W 10 in D 16 in
Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Cafe Bistro Dining Chair att. to Thonet c 1910/20's
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Vienna Secessionist Cafe, Bistro style dining chair constructed of beech using the signature steam bent technique. This example was made in Austria, circa 1910/20's attributed to Th...
Wood, Beech
Josef Hoffmann Fledermaus Chair Model 728, 1910s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Praha, CZ
Famous armchair designed by Josef Hoffmann for Viennese cabaret "Fledermaus" in 1905. Made of bentwood. Leather upholstery.
Leather, Bentwood
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$592 / item
H 23.5 in W 23.5 in D 2 in
Set of 2 Brutalist Whitewashed Reclaimed Wood Collage Tiles by Peter Glassford
By Peter Glassford
Located in San Antonio, TX
A sculptural White wash collage tiles part of the Brutal Nature collection by Peter Glassford, handcrafted from reclaimed wood fragments and assembled into a richly textured, one-of-...
Wood
Custom Made Model 54 Sheepskin Lounge Chair
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design Model 54 Lounge Chair A custom made lounge chair developed and hand-made at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. The 54 chair is available to ...
Sheepskin, Beech
Oval Dining Table in Natural White Oak
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing our exquisite Amber oval dining table, crafted from beautiful white oak for a touch of elegance. Its solid construction ensures durability and longevity, perfect for ever...
Wood, Oak
$1,380
H 13.78 in W 39.77 in D 39.97 in
1910s-20s Japanese antique wabi sabi Zataku, low canter table, low coffee table
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Japanese antique Zataku low table for 4 people, a set of tabletop & wooden leg frame. Aimed to make as Kotatsu table (heat table with brazier) in winter. Tabletop material is ma...
Hardwood, Cedar
$1,397Sale Price|20% Off
H 35.83 in W 34.65 in D 22.45 in
Mahogany Museum / Shop Display Cabinet or Vitrine, Early 20th Century
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This mahogany and pine vitrine was made circa 1920s in England and probably used in a shop. It features a solid wooden frame with glass sides, top and sliding doors.
Mahogany, Pine
Vintage Danish Brutalist Oak Dining Table, 1960s.
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Brutalist Oak Dining Table, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century modern rectangular dining room table in Nordic oak. Very likely designed by Henning Kjærnulf, Denmark (born...
Oak
$1,811 / set
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 19.69 in
Vintage Oak and Wicker Chairs by Charles Dudouyt, 1940s Mid-Century
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Transporting us to 1940s France, the exquisite set of vintage oak and wicker chairs designed by renowned artist Charles Dudouyt invites us to relive the charm and elegance of a bygon...
Wicker, Wood
Beachcomber Counter Stool in White Oak
By Greg Mitchell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Light and strong, the beachcomber bar stool evokes the sight of an old wooden monohull, it's lean, sturdy mast together with the rigging worthy of the high seas. Constructed of hand ...
Oak
Alvar Aalto Fan Leg Dining Table
By Alvar Aalto
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A fantastic Alvar Aalto fan leg dining table. Birchwood , lovely amber tone which looks lighter in direct sunlight. The graining gives it a unique quality and look.
Birch
Henry Service Side Table
By Pacini & Cappellini
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in solid canaletto walnut or ash wood, the Henry Service Coffee Table is a highly functional accessory to compliment any living area of the home. The available finishes are c...
Wood
Vintage Fan Leg Coffee Table by Alvar Aalto for Artek
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage fan leg coffee table by Alvar Aalto for Artek. Excellent original condition, beautiful warm, rich patina. Hand delivery avail to New York City on anywhere enroute from Buffal...
Plywood
Ida Trestle Table made from Black Walnut
By Petersen Antiques
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This walnut dining table is fully collapsible in four parts, no tools required. The top is 2" thick, legs are 3" thick, all in hand selected, beautifully matched solid black walnut b...
Walnut
Charles Dudouyt Style Mid-Century Rush Oak French Armchair
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in London, GB
A mid-20th rush and oak armchair. France, c1950s. In the style of Charles Dudouyt. Wildly stylish with a great stance. The oak is worn in places with age and use, the rus...
Rush, Oak
Midcentury chest of drawers by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Chest of drawers designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by Karl Andersson & Söner in Sweden during the 1960s. Made in oak and teak. Frame and legs in oak with beautiful teak-drawe...
Oak, Teak
$2,500
H 33.08 in W 24.81 in D 23.63 in
Henning Kjærnulf, Armchair in Oak & Velvet, Model "Kurul", Mid Century, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf, EG Kvaliteet
Located in Odense, DK
A fine and elegant armchair in solid oak upholstered in a decadent red velvet. Designed by Henning (Henry) Kjaernulf for EG Kvalitetsmøbel, Denmark 1960s. Model "Kurul". The overall...
Oak, Velvet
Antique, new and vintage bentwood furniture has become very popular in interiors over the years. Today bentwood chairs, tables, sofas and pendants are receiving striking modern interpretations from makers like Thonet, which are being carried on by the next generation.
Bentwood furniture dates as far back as the Middle Ages, but it is the 19th-century German-Austrian cabinetmaker Michael Thonet who is most often associated with this now-classic technique. Thonet in 1856 patented a method for bending solid wood through the use of steam, and from there the bentwood look skyrocketed to furniture fame. Bentwood was embraced by design greats ranging from Josef Hoffmann to Gio Ponti, and Adolf Loos to Alvar Aalto for its versatility, timelessness and simple elegance.
In the Czech Republic — home to a range of talented but unsung mid-century modern and Art Deco designers — the company TON held a bentwood furniture exhibition in Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s Villa Tugendhat in recent years. TON manufactures their bentwood furniture in the same workshops where Michael Thonet set up his operations in the 1800s.
Sophisticated bentwood furniture designs include Alvar Aalto’s cantilever lounge chairs, Italian designer Luigi Crassevig’s 1970s rocking chairs — which feature cane seats — curvaceous hanging lamps and other lighting by Spanish architect José Antonio Coderch and lots more.
Find a collection of antique, new and vintage bentwood furniture on 1stDibs.
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.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
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.
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