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Art Nouveau Thonet Folding Chair with Bentwood Frame, Early 20th Century
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Art Nouveau Thonet Folding Chair with Bentwood Frame, Early 20th Century
Designed by Gebruder
Category
Early 20th Century Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
$2,500
H 34.5 in W 31.5 in D 18 in
Fischel bentwood café chair, early 20thy century
By Fischel
Located in Uppsala, SE
Stunning bentwood chair manufactured by Fischel around turn of the century 1900. Fischel was one of
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Vienna Secession Chairs
Materials
Beech
Pair of Early 20th Century Thonet Style Bentwood Bistro Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Early 20th Century Thonet Style Bentwood Bistro Chairs. Light weigh and Very sturdy
Category
Early 20th Century American Other Side Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
$696 Sale Price / set
30% Off
H 35 in W 16.5 in D 18 in
Set of Six Early 20th Century Bentwood Chairs with Cane Seats
Located in Barcelona, ES
bentwood chairs. Manufactured in Valencia, Spain, circa 1940, these chairs embody the timeless beauty and
Category
Vintage 1940s Spanish Arts and Crafts Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
$5,115 / set
H 35.83 in W 14.97 in D 16.93 in
Bentwood Early 1900s Rocking Chair Produced by Mundus, Budapest
By Thonet-Mundus
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Bentwood and straw rocking chair produced by Mondus in the early 20th century.
The armchair is
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Hungarian Art Nouveau Rocking Chairs
Materials
Straw, Bentwood
$1,039
H 38.98 in W 23.23 in D 53.15 in
Austrian Bentwood Scroll Swivel Chair
By Thonet
Located in Queens, NY
Austrian Bentwood (19/20th Century) swivel chair with scroll pedestal base and caned seat and back
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Bentwood Rocking Chair Attributed to Thonet, Early 20th Century
By Thonet
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Classic Vienna Secession style bentwood rocking chair with embossed wooden seat and back, and
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Rocking Chairs
$1,417
H 43.31 in W 21.66 in D 47.25 in
Scarce early set (6) Bentwood Bistro/Cafe' Chairs. by Michael Thonet
By Michael Thonet
Located in Buffalo, NY
Scarce early set of (6) Bentwood Bistro/Cafe' Chairs. by Michael Thonet .. I believe these to date
Category
Antique 1860s Czech Vienna Secession Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany, Bentwood
$9,200 / set
H 35 in W 16.5 in D 16.5 in
Early 20th Century French Thonet Style Bentwood and Cane Child Rocking Chair
By Michael Thonet
Located in Dallas, TX
in the matter of German-Austrian cabinet maker Michael Thonet, and built of bentwood, the chair
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
$1,100
H 23.5 in W 16 in D 39 in
Bentwood Rocking Chair
By Thonet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An attributed thonet rocking chair as it is not signed in good condition
in tinted beech.
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Rocking Chairs
Materials
Beech
Bentwood Black Chair with Caned Seat and Back from Italy (Two Available)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Italian bentwood armchair with an elegant black-painted frame - featuring a shaped back with
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood, Bentwood
$2,695
H 34.5 in W 21.25 in D 25.75 in
1940's Early Debrecen Bentwood Dining Chairs - Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940's's Early Debrecen Bentwood Dining Chairs - Pair
1940's's Early Debrecen Bentwood Dining
Category
Vintage 1940s Hungarian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Thonet, rare pair of chairs, early 1900s
By Thonet
Located in Uppsala, SE
Rare pair of bentwood chairs manufactured by Thonet in the early 20th century. Both chairs have a
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Early 20th century accent chair
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Discover a timeless gem for your living space with our Early 20th century accent chair. Lovingly
Category
Early 20th Century Finnish Country Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Pair of Early 20th Century French Art Deco Period Bentwood Thonet Bistro Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This pair of Art Deco period chairs in the style of Thonet features bentwood frames with their
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
$650 / set
H 35 in W 16 in D 16.5 in
Austrian Art Nouveau Bentwood Side Chair Attributed to J & J Kohn, Early 1900's
By Josef Hoffmann, J & J Kohn & Mundus
Located in Buffalo, NY
Austrian Art Nouveau bentwood side chair attributed to J & J Kohn, early 1900's. Amazing design
Category
Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Side Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
$1,280 / item
H 34 in W 16 in D 15 in
Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Chair by Kohn Mundus
By Thonet, J & J Kohn & Mundus
Located in New York, NY
Classic steam bent Vienna Secessionist side chair made in Czechoslovia, by J.J. Kohn & Mundus
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Vienna Secession Side Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Thonet Bentwood Chairs with Table, Art Nouveau Seating Set, Austria, circa 1915
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Beautiful bentwood seating set made by the famous Austrian manufactory of Thonet around 1915. This
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
$7,900 / set
H 49.21 in W 17.32 in D 16.93 in
Set of 6 Chairs in bentwood by Josef Hoffmann for Mundus Vienna Austria, 1900s
By J & J Kohn & Mundus, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Beirut, LB
Rare Josef Hoffmann set of Chairs for Mundus Vienna Austria 1907-1914 Beautiful antique chair by
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
$7,206 / set
H 35.44 in W 18.12 in D 21.66 in
Antique Jacob & Josef Kohn Rocking Chair, Art Nouveau Design, Bentwood, Restored
By Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This unique rocking chair was made by Jacob & Josef Kohn, one of the most renowned bentwood
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
$3,189
H 36.62 in W 22.45 in D 36.62 in
Antique Mission Arts & Crafts Oak Bentwood Slat Back Dining Side Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Mission Arts & Crafts Oak Bentwood Slat Back Dining Side Chair with Hard Seat Cushion
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Chairs
Materials
Oak
Antique Thonet Bentwood Wall Hall Tree
By Thonet
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is an antique hanging wall hall tree by Thonet. It's made of beechwood and has 3 bentwood
Category
Early 20th Century European Lounge Chairs
Materials
Ultrasuede, Bentwood
Josef Hoffman for Thonet Set of Six Bentwood and Cane Chairs
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Pasadena, TX
Rare pair of No. 811 Thonet chairs or Prague chairs designed by Josef Hoffman. The chairs feature
Category
Early 20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Pair of Austrian Secessionist Bentwood Open Armchairs
By Gustav Siegel, Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in NYC, NY
A Classic pair of Austrian Secessionist bentwood open armchairs.
The legs ending in brass sabots
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Chairs
Materials
Brass
Original Gustav Siegel Bentwood Rocking Chair / Lounge, Jacob & Josef Kohn
By Gustav Siegel, Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in New York City, NY
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The bentwood rocking chair's structure is of solid steam bentwood, made by steaming pieces of beech
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
$3,375
H 41 in W 21 in D 37 in
19th Century Green and Gold Bentwood Chairs with Heavy Patination
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of wonderfully designed wooden bentwood chairs with gilt details. The chairs are original. The
Category
Antique 19th Century Early Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Giltwood
$1,600 / set
H 35.75 in W 19.25 in D 17 in
Bentwood Black Armchair with Caned Seat and Back from Italy (Two Available)
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Italian bentwood armchair with an elegant black-painted frame - featuring a shaped back with
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood, Bentwood
$2,695
H 34.5 in W 21.25 in D 25.75 in
Collector's Early Eames DCM Chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collector's early Eames DCM chair.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Slipper Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Thonet Gebruder Vienna Gmbh No.56 Bentwood and Vienna Straw Chair
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Prato, Tuscany
contact us directly so we can offer you the best possible price.
Iconic and famous Viennese chair of the
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Biedermeier Chairs
Materials
Beech
$1,299
H 34.65 in W 23.63 in D 17.72 in
Collector's early Eames DCM chair
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collector's early Eames DCM chair
Category
Vintage 1950s American Slipper Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Vintage Michael Thonet Style Oak Cane Rattan Bentwood Rocking Chair Rocker
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Michael Thonet Style Oak Cane Rattan Bentwood Rocking Chair Rocker. Circa Early 20th
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Rocking Chairs
Materials
Oak
$695
H 40 in W 22.5 in D 43.5 in
Pair Of Art Nouveau Bentwood Chairs by J&J Kohn, Vienna ca. 1910
By Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Lovely pair of Art Nouveau bentwood chairs made by the renowned company of Jacob & Josef Kohn in
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Side Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
$2,900 / set
H 33.465 in W 15.748 in D 16.535 in
Pair Of Art Nouveau Bentwood Chairs by J&J Kohn, Austria circa 1910
By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Marcel Kammerer
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Pair of rare early 20th century bentwood side chairs designed by famous Austrian architect and
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Side Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
$3,600 / set
H 37.8 in W 16.14 in D 17.72 in
Set of 4 Thonet bent beech chairs, Austria, early 1900s
By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Thonet
Located in Argelato, BO
Set of 4 Thonet bent beech chairs, Austria, early 1900s
It is a classic but very elegant model of
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood
Otto Wagner painted Art Nouveau Pair of Chairs, Vienna, Austria, early 20th C
By Otto Wagner
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Otto Wagner attributed a pair of painted Art Nouveau chairs, Vienna, Austria, early 20th
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood
$2,800 / set
H 32.8 in W 24 in D 20 in
Set of 5 bentwood chairs produced by the Fischel company between 1890 and 1910
By Fischel & Sons
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Set of 5 bentwood chairs produced by the Fischel company between 1890 and 1910
Wear consistent
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
$1,358
H 35.44 in W 17.33 in D 19.3 in
Set of Six Thonet Style Bentwood and Caned Chairs by Salvatore Leone, circa 1920
By Salvatore Leone
Located in Southampton, NY
early 20th century. They are made from stained bentwood with caned seats and backs. An exquisite example
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
$3,900 / set
H 32.75 in W 20.5 in D 18.5 in
Antique Michael Thonet #4 Bentwood & Cane Cafe Daum Bistro Dining Chair - a Pair
By Michael Thonet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Michael Thonet #4 Bentwood & Cane Cafe Daum Bistro Dining Chair - a Pair. Circa early 20th
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
$2,200 / set
H 36 in W 17 in D 22 in
Vienna Secesionist Bentwood Cafe Bistro Dining Chair by Fischel after Thonet
By Fischel, Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Classic Vienna Secessionist bentwood cafe, bistro, dining chair, circa 1900/1930's, marked Fischel
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
$165
H 34 in W 17 in D 16 in
Pair of Early 20th Century Danish Lounge Chairs Reimagined in Belgian Linen
Located in Chicago, IL
The pair of Danish lounge chairs have an elegant presence without stealing the show. Lovely bent
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Lounge Chairs
Materials
Linen, Bentwood
$6,500 / set
H 33 in W 22.5 in D 28 in
Rare Pair of Bentwood Side Chairs by Jacob & Josef, Czechoslovakia, circa 1920
By Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Rare pair of
Bentwood side chairs
By Jacob & Josef Kohn,
Czechoslovakia, circa 1920.
Made
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Side Chairs
Materials
Wood
$895 / set
H 36 in W 18 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Dining Chairs, Pair – Bentwood, Wood Frame, Thonet, c. 1930s
By Thonet
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A classic pair of mid-century bentwood dining chairs, attributed to Thonet, crafted in the 1930s
Category
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$1,812
H 33 in W 17.5 in D 19 in
Early First Edition Eames Walnut LCM Chair for Evans
By Charles and Ray Eames, Evans Products Company, Herman Miller
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Hard to find pair of early LCM chairs designed by Charles and Ray Eames and manufactured in the
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Early Pair Of Arnold Madsen Clam Chairs In Curly Sheepskin, 1944
By Arnold Madsen, Madsen & Schubell
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Fantastic pair of early edition Clam chairs, which were designed in 1944 in Copenhagen for Madsen
Category
Vintage 1940s Lounge Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Bentwood
$23,038 / set
H 25.6 in W 29.53 in D 33.47 in
20th Century Art Deco Bentwood Rocking Chairs with Reed Seats, Set of 2
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Art Deco bentwood and reed seats rocking chairs.
Design Period 1920 to 1949.
Year 1920
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Art Deco Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cane, Walnut
$1,900 / item
H 39.38 in W 22.41 in D 39.38 in
Viennese Secessionist Style Bentwood Swivel Purser Desk Chair att. to Thonet
By Michael Thonet, Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Early Vienna Secessionist bentwood swivel Pursers, desk, office chair, attributed to Thonet ( Model
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Beech
$1,200
H 34 in W 22 in D 20 in
Josef Hoffmann 'Attributed' Wiener Werkstatte J&J Kohn Lacquered Bentwood, Pair
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Sharon, CT
A very early and rare example of a J & J Kohn Secessionist design containing many hallmarks of
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Side Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
$5,500 / set
H 42 in W 16.5 in D 22.25 in
Set of Six Vienna Scessionist Bentwood Dining Chairs Made in Austria by Thonet
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional and rare set of six cafe, bistro style dining chairs, marked
"Thonet Austria", design
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Beech
$3,600 / set
H 35.5 in W 17 in D 18.5 in
Rare Set of three upholstered early Ray Komai Plywood Lounge Chairs US 1940s
By Ray Komai
Located in Berlin, DE
This is a great example of a Set of three Ray Komai Lounge Chairs.
These chairs were shown in the
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood, Plywood
Price Upon Request
H 27.17 in W 21.26 in D 21.26 in
Viennese Chair Josef Neyger, 1847-1878
By Josef Neyger
Located in Praha, CZ
Chair from a Viennese competitor, which copied Gebrüder Thonet products in yeas 1847-1878. Newly
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Original Otto Prutscher by Gebrüder Thonet Chair, 1908
By Otto Prutscher, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
An extremely rare Thonet chair, designed by Otto Prutscher for a Villa in Jägerndorf - Literatur
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
4x Chairs Thonet Nr.717, Gustav Siegel
By Gustav Siegel, Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
with shellac polish. The chair first appeared at the Winter Exhibition of the Imperial and Royal
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Textile, Bentwood
$2,481 Sale Price / set
25% Off
H 35.83 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Chair Kohn Nr.321, since 1906, Thonet
By Thonet, Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Praha, CZ
Original state. Perfectly cleaned and re-polished with shelack finish. New upholstery surface on the original core.
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Empire Chairs
Materials
Brass
Chair Thonet Nr. 404, Marcel Kammerer in 1905
By Marcel Kammerer, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Praha, CZ
Extremely rare chair Thonet Nr. 404. Probably designed for the wine bar of the Municipal House in
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Four Early 1970s Dining Chairs in the Style of Preben Fabricius / Knoll
By Knoll, Preben Fabricius
Located in Markington, GB
Four early 1970s dining chairs in the style of Preben Fabricius / Knoll.
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
$340 Sale Price / set
80% Off
H 30.71 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
4x chair J&J Kohn Nr.415, Gustav Siegel, 1906
By Thonet, Gustav Siegel
Located in Praha, CZ
"Viennese Art Nouveau, variant of chair no. 415, designed by Gustav Siegl in 1906, manufactured by
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Chair Thonet Nr.402, Jan Kotěra in 1907
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
backrest height, as an adjustment to the salon chair). Perfectly cleaned and re-polished with shelack
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Brass
Chair Thonet Nr. 511, Since 1904, Gustav Klimt
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Gustav Klimt
Located in Praha, CZ
Manufactured in Austria by the Gebrüder Thonet company. Solid and compact. Cleaned and gentle re-polished with shellack finish. New upholstery. Pattern of fabric inspired by the work...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
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Early Bentwood Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the early bentwood chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each early bentwood chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, bentwood and hardwood. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer early bentwood chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right early bentwood chair, those designed in Art Nouveau, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Thonet, Jacob and Josef Kohn and Michael Thonet each produced at least one beautiful early bentwood chair that is worth considering.
How Much is a Early Bentwood Chair?
Prices for an early bentwood chair start at $99 and top out at $28,578 with the average selling for $1,640.
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 Early Bentwood 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 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.
- 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.
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