Bentwood Cantilever Chair
Åke Fribytter for Nelo "Kroken" Buffalo Black Leather Bentwood Cantilever Chair
By Nelo, Ake Fribytter
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Kroken Buffalo Black Leather Blonde Bentwood Cantilever Chair by Åke Fribytter for Nelo Sweden
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rope, Bentwood
$2,114
H 27.17 in W 29.53 in D 34.65 in
Pair Mid Century Cane Bentwood Cantilever Chairs White Cushions
Located in Baltimore, MD
An attractive stylish pair of mid century cane bentwood cantilever chairs, based on a design by
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$1,295 / set
H 32.5 in W 20 in D 22 in
Rare Postmodern Cantilever Bentwood Chair by Randers, Scandinavian Modern
By Randers Møbelfabrik
Located in Chicago, IL
Black painted bentwood and tubular steel cantilevered chair made by Randers Mobelfabrik in Denmark
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
$800
H 30 in W 19 in D 16.5 in
1970s Leather and Rosewood Bentwood Cantilever Lounge Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
rich patinated leather upholstery. Designed with elegant bentwood cantilever bases the rosewood frames
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
$5,495 / set
H 26.5 in W 32.5 in D 32.5 in
Four Cantilevered Chrome and Chocolate Brown Spoonback Dining Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of four chrome base dining chairs, in the manner of Harvey Probber. Dark chocolate vinyl
Category
Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$2,560 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 32 in W 22 in D 23 in
1960s Cesca Cantilever Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Knoll Int., Set of 4
Located in San Gabriel, CA
Authentic vintage set of four Cesca cantilever dining chairs designed by Marcel Breuer and produced
Category
Vintage 1960s Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
$2,000 / set
H 31.5 in W 18.5 in D 23 in
1970s Set of Leather Cantilever Chairs with Footrest "Poäng by Noboru Nakamura
By Noboru Nakamura
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1970s originally iconic set of vintage Ikea leather cantilever chairs with footrest ( Poäng by
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
$3,335 / set
H 37.41 in W 26.38 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Brown Leather Scandinavian Cantilever Teak Bentwood Sling Chairs
By Ingmar Relling, Ake Fribytter, Charles and Ray Eames, Alvar Aalto
Located in Chattanooga, TN
cantilever. It’s like sitting in a chair with shocks. Aside from the comfort, the chairs themselves are works
Category
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
$3,995 / set
H 34.5 in W 30.88 in D 35.5 in
Iconic pair of Vibo Vesoul Cantilever Chairs by Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, Vibo
Located in New York City, NY
achieve a timeless Modern beauty.
Known for their iconic design, these chairs are made from bentwood beech
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rope, Bentwood
$9,500 / set
H 28 in W 25 in D 25 in
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Thonet Bentwood Cantilever Lounge Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Miami, FL
...SOLD...Created by bentwood masters Thonet, this pair of modern organic cantilever armchairs in a
Category
20th Century American Lounge Chairs
Pair of Bentwood and Leather Cantilever Midcentury Lounge Chairs
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of comfortable bentwood and leather cantilever lounge chairs. These chairs do show signs of
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
1970s Leather and Rosewood Bentwood Cantilever Lounge Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of 1970s rosewood and patinated leather lounge chairs, on bentwood cantilever frames. Sink
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Rosewood
Alvar Aalto Style Elm Plywood and Bentwood Cantilever Easy Chair, 1956
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Munster, NRW
This bentwood cantilever easychair was designed in the 1950s in the style of Alvar Aalto. The chair
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Elm, Plywood
H 27.96 in W 25.2 in D 27.56 in
Mid-Century Modern Cane Bentwood Cantilever Dining Chair in the Style of Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Lovely cane seat and back dining chair in the style of Thonet. Chrome cantilever base and cane
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 34 in W 18 in D 17 in
Norwegian Cantilever Easy Chair Leather, Jon Hjortdal, Velledalen, 1970s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
and varnished beech bentwood, this chair showcase a unique design by Jon Hjortdal for Velledalen
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
H 33.47 in W 29.53 in D 33.47 in
Set of Four S 32 Cantilever Chair by Marcel Breuer Mart Stam for Thonet, 1920s
By Thonet, Mart Stam, Marcel Breuer
Located in Telgte, DE
Set of four S 32 cantilever chair by Marcel Breuer Mart Stam for Thonet, 1920s Bauhaus
Design
Category
Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
H 32.29 in W 18.12 in D 24.41 in
Vintage Mid Century Alvar Aalto 402 Series for Artek Cantilever Lounge Chairs
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Now available is a pair of Alvar Aalto cantilever lounge chairs model 402 for Artek. These chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch, Bentwood
H 39 in W 24 in D 27.5 in
Postmodern Black Cantilevered Chairs by Terje Hope, Norway, 1980s, Set of 4
By Møremøbler
Located in Rīga, LV
This “Spring“ chair was designed by Terje Hope in 1984 and produced by Møremøbler A / S. It’s made
Category
Vintage 1980s Norwegian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 41.74 in W 18.9 in D 23.23 in
Bentwood and Rush Cantilever Chair Attrituted. Giuseppe Pagano, circa 1940
By Giuseppe Pagano Pogatschnig
Located in Surbiton, GB
A rare bentwood and rush cantilever armchair attributed to Giuseppe Pagano, the Italian architect
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rush, Bentwood
H 28.35 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Siesta Leather Lounge Chair by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Norway
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A black leather and rosewood toned bentwood cantilevered Siesta lounge chair with canvas sling
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Canvas, Wood
Scandinavian Black Leather Kroken Lounge Chair by Ake Fribytter for Nelo Sweden
By Ake Fribytter, Nelo
Located in Vienna, AT
This substantial cantilevered, bentwood armchair or lounge chair Mod. Kroken was the design of Ake
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 37.01 in W 29.93 in L 37.01 in
Scandinavian Black Leather Kroken Lounge Chair by Ake Fribytter for Nelo Sweden
By Nelo, Ake Fribytter
Located in Vienna, AT
This substantial cantilevered, bentwood armchair or lounge chair Mod. Kroken was the design of Ake
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 37.01 in W 29.93 in D 37.01 in
1970s, Scandinavian Bentwood Cantilevered Leather Lounge Chair
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Scandinavian bentwood cantilevered leather lounge chair, by Ake Fribytter for Nelo Mobel
Category
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood, Plywood
Audoux Minet Cantilevered Bentwood Lounge Chairs
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet Cantilevered Bentwood Lounge Chairs
France, circa 1950’s
Manufactured
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rope, Wood
Thonet Bentwood Cantilever Lounge Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Miami, FL
Created by bentwood masters Thonet, this pair of modern organic cantilever armchairs in a natural
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Two Cantilever Cane and Bentwood Dining Chairs after Alto and Breuer
By Marcel Breuer, Alvar Aalto
Located in New York, NY
Interesting variation of the Classic Breuer, and alto chairs, probably Italian made circa 1970s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Birch, Plywood
Cantilever Lounge Chair Model 31/42 by Alvar Aalto
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cantilever lounge chair model 31/42 by Alvar Aalto for Artek, Finland. This example is believed to
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Birch, Bentwood
20th Century Swedish Leather Kroken Cantilever Chair by Ake Fribytter for Nelo
By Nelo, Ake Fribytter
Located in Miami, FL
cantilever bentwood frame and the leather upholstery the chair is super comfortable.
The leather is in very
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 34.5 in W 30 in D 38 in
Cantilever Chair by Audoux Minet for Vibo Vesoul, France, 1940s
By Vibo, Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
Cantilever chair by Audoux Minet for Vibo Vesoul, France, 1940s:
Modern beauty from the 1940s
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rope, Beech, Bentwood
Pair of Early, Original 1930's Cantilever Chairs, Stamped Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto
Located in New York City, NY
Desk Chairs, or Rocking Chairs ....
tubular, bentwood furniture design
Category
Vintage 1930s Finnish Organic Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood
Bentwood Cantilever Armchair, 1980s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
- 34"h, 25"w, 24"d, 18.5"h seat
- In the style of Alvar Aalto
- Bent oakwood chair with gray, black
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak, Bentwood
1950s Upholstered Marcel Breuer's B32 Cesca Cantilever Chair
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Original Cesca chairs manufactured in Italy in the 1950s, originally owned by the Catalán designer
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome, Steel
Cantilevered Leather Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Scanform
By Scanform
Located in Fulton, CA
Extremely comfortable leather lounge chair with ottoman by Scanform.
Category
20th Century Colombian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Pair of Cantilevered H269 Armchairs by Jindrich Halabala
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in New York, NY
Pair of lacquered bentwood cantilevered H269 upholstered lounge chairs by Jinkdrich Halabala
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chenille, Mahogany
Streamline Art Deco Cantilevered Bentwood Modernist Lounge Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
Streamline Art Deco Cantilevered Bentwood Modernist Lounge Chair
Appealing and comfortable Art
Category
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
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Vintage 1980s Czech Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
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Bentwood Cantilever Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the bentwood cantilever chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A bentwood cantilever chair — often made from wood, bentwood and natural fiber — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the bentwood cantilever chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right bentwood cantilever chair, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one bentwood cantilever chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Thonet, Alvar Aalto and Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Bentwood Cantilever Chair?
Prices for a bentwood cantilever chair start at $10 and top out at $8,500 with the average selling for $2,728.
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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.
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Questions About Bentwood Cantilever Chair
- What is a bentwood chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A bentwood chair is a chair made out of wood that has been steamed and formed into its desired shape. The iconic No. 14 chair made by Thonet is a well-know chair made in this technique. There are many bentwood chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024The history of the cantilever chair dates back to 1926. It was then that Mart Stam created a sketch of a new idea for a chair on the back of a dinner napkin at a cocktail party. His drawing inspired Ludwig Mies van der Rohe to create his own version of the chair. This led to a legal battle between the two. Other designers, such as Marcel Breuer, began experimenting with the cantilever design, and today, many manufacturers continue to employ the cantilever design in their pieces. Explore a large collection of cantilever chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024How a cantilever chair works comes down to its unique design. Instead of having four legs, a cantilever chair features a single leg or pair of legs in an L shape. The leg or legs attach to the seat in the front and then travel along the floor to provide stability. When a person sits down, their weight becomes distributed across the entire base. On 1stDibs, find a range of cantilever chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Here are some characteristics of a cantilever chair: Most feature two front legs and no back legs. The legs bend at the bottom, creating a stable base for the chair. Typically, cantilever chairs feature tubular metal frames and have two arms. However, you can find some armless examples. The seats and backrests often have a boxy appearance and can feature a range of materials, such as wicker, leather, fiberglass, molded plastic or fabric upholstery. Explore a variety of cantilever chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A cantilever chair typically features a frame of tubular metal. Most often, tubular steel is used, though tubular chrome has also been used. The seat and back can be crafted of many materials, from rattan to leather or fabric. Browse 1stDibs to find an array of cantilever chairs from top sellers.
- When were Bentwood chairs made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Bentwood Chair was made by German-Austrian cabinetmaker Michael Thonet in the mid-19th century. His design is still popular with interior designers and homeowners worldwide. Shop a collection of Bentwood chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a bentwood chair, look closely at its back. With a real bentwood chair, an artisan achieves the curved effect by steaming or soaking wood and then bending it. As a result, you won't normally see any tool marks that indicate carving, and each curved component will be an individual piece that is screwed, glued or bolted together. If you spot the “Thonet” name on the seat, it's another good indication that your chair is bentwood, as the maker was famous for this type of seating. If you're still unsure about the type of chair you have, consider seeking the opinion of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a selection of bentwood chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024To identify a bentwood chair, search the piece for a maker's mark. Most often, you will find it under the seat. Once you have located the marking, consult trusted online resources to learn more about the maker. From there, you can find chairs similar to yours in online catalogues to gain more information about your piece. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer assist you with the identification process. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of bentwood chairs.
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