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Bentwood chair by Thonet
Bentwood chair by Thonet

Bentwood chair by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Bentwood chair by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.

Category

1920s Slovak Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Bentwood chair attr. to Thonet
Bentwood chair attr. to Thonet

Bentwood chair attr. to Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Bentwood chair attributed to Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Bentwood chair by Thonet no.54
Bentwood chair by Thonet no.54

Bentwood chair by Thonet no.54

By Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Bentwood chair by Thonet no.54. Professionally stained and repolished.

Category

1920s Slovak Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

19th Century Green and Gold Bentwood Chairs with Heavy Patination
19th Century Green and Gold Bentwood Chairs with Heavy Patination

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

19th Century Early Victorian Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Wood, Bentwood, Giltwood

Rare Pair of 19th Century Ebonized Bentwood Chairs
Rare Pair of 19th Century Ebonized Bentwood Chairs

Rare Pair of 19th Century Ebonized Bentwood Chairs

By Thonet

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Rare and charming pair of antique bentwood chairs, possibly by Thonet. The design of the chair is

Category

19th Century European Antique Bentwood Chair

Set Of Two Art Nouveau Thonet Bentwood Chairs, Vienesse Mesh, AT ca. 1895
Set Of Two Art Nouveau Thonet Bentwood Chairs, Vienesse Mesh, AT ca. 1895

Set Of Two Art Nouveau Thonet Bentwood Chairs, Vienesse Mesh, AT ca. 1895

By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Elegant set of two beautiful made bentwood chairs made by the renowned company of Thonet in Vienna

Category

Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Low Chinese Bentwood Chair, c. 1850
Low Chinese Bentwood Chair, c. 1850

Low Chinese Bentwood Chair, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

This bentwood chair was created over a century ago in northern China by moistening, bending, and

Category

Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Elm

Otto Wagner for Jacob & Josef Kohn Secessionist Movement Stained Bentwood Chair
Otto Wagner for Jacob & Josef Kohn Secessionist Movement Stained Bentwood Chair

Otto Wagner for Jacob & Josef Kohn Secessionist Movement Stained Bentwood Chair

By Otto Wagner

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Otto Wagner for Jacob and Josef Kohn Secessionist Movement Stained Bentwood Chair, with Pierced

Category

19th Century Austrian Aesthetic Movement Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood, Velvet

Pair Of Art Nouveau Bentwood Chairs by J&J Kohn, Vienna ca. 1910
Pair Of Art Nouveau Bentwood Chairs by J&J Kohn, Vienna ca. 1910

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 Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Joseph Frank Classic 'Prague' Bentwood Chair
Joseph Frank Classic 'Prague' Bentwood Chair

Joseph Frank Classic 'Prague' Bentwood Chair

By Josef Frank

Located in Sharon, CT

Nice early example of this famous and perhaps best modern version of the bentwood and woven canning

Category

1920s Austrian Bauhaus Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Wood

Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Chair by Kohn Mundus
Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Chair by Kohn Mundus

Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Chair by Kohn Mundus

By J & J Kohn & Mundus, Thonet

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 Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Pair Of Kohn Model 33 Bentwood Chairs
Pair Of Kohn Model 33 Bentwood Chairs

Pair Of Kohn Model 33 Bentwood Chairs

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Charmes, FR

Pair of Viennese chairs made by Jacob & Joseph Kohn, model no. 33 from the 1884 catalog. Wsetin

Category

Late 19th Century French Arts and Crafts Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Bentwood Chairs, Thonet Style, Italy 50s, Pair
Mid Century Bentwood Chairs, Thonet Style, Italy 50s, Pair

Mid Century Bentwood Chairs, Thonet Style, Italy 50s, Pair

By Thonet

Located in Lucija, SI

Pair of Mid Century bentwood and cane chairs from the 50s era. In good vintage condition with signs

Category

1920s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Antique wicker and bentwood chair Thonet style, Germany 1920s
Antique wicker and bentwood chair Thonet style, Germany 1920s

Antique wicker and bentwood chair Thonet style, Germany 1920s

By Thonet, Fischel

Located in ECHT, NL

Bentwood and wicker lounge chair. The seat and back-rest have the original woven wicker. The bleu

Category

Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Fabric, Wicker, Bentwood

1920s Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Chairs, No. 811 for Thonet, Czechoslovakia
1920s Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Chairs, No. 811 for Thonet, Czechoslovakia

1920s Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Chairs, No. 811 for Thonet, Czechoslovakia

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Praha, CZ

- Carefully refurbished and finished by shellac - seat cane strings in good condition - backrest cane strings with minor damage

Category

1920s Czech Mid-Century Modern Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Six Austrian Bentwood Chairs Signed J.J.Kohn/Thonet
Six Austrian Bentwood Chairs Signed J.J.Kohn/Thonet

Six Austrian Bentwood Chairs Signed J.J.Kohn/Thonet

Located in Water Mill, NY

Set of six Austrian Art Nouveau chairs signed J.J. Kohn.

Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Wood

Pair of Thonet Art Nouveau Bentwood Chairs, Czechoslovakia, 1920s
Pair of Thonet Art Nouveau Bentwood Chairs, Czechoslovakia, 1920s

Pair of Thonet Art Nouveau Bentwood Chairs, Czechoslovakia, 1920s

By Thonet

Located in Praha, CZ

Exceptional pair of Art Nouveau chairs by Thonet, produced in Czechoslovakia in the 1920s. Executed

Category

1920s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Wood, Beech, Plywood

Six bentwood chairs with cane seats early 20th century in the style of Thonet
Six bentwood chairs with cane seats early 20th century in the style of Thonet

Six bentwood chairs with cane seats early 20th century in the style of Thonet

By Thonet

Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR

Set of six chairs in curved and stained beech wood in the Thonet or Kohn style. The seats are cane

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Pair Of Art Nouveau Bentwood Chairs by J&J Kohn, Austria circa 1910
Pair Of Art Nouveau Bentwood Chairs by J&J Kohn, Austria circa 1910

Pair Of Art Nouveau Bentwood Chairs by J&J Kohn, Austria circa 1910

By Marcel Kammerer, Jacob & Josef Kohn

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 Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Arts and Craft Art Nouveau Set of 8 Bentwood Chairs Signed Thonet, 1900
Arts and Craft Art Nouveau Set of 8 Bentwood Chairs Signed Thonet, 1900

Arts and Craft Art Nouveau Set of 8 Bentwood Chairs Signed Thonet, 1900

By Thonet

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

Set of 8 Thonet chairs, bentwood with viennese braid. all signed. As found condition. All

Category

Early 1900s Spanish Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood, Braid

Set of Four Bentwood Dining Chairs Attributed to Thonet
Set of Four Bentwood Dining Chairs Attributed to Thonet

Set of Four Bentwood Dining Chairs Attributed to Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Vienna, AT

Bentwood chairs as Thonet No 20. New canning on all chairs. Four pieces available Delivery time 3

Category

Early 1900s Czech Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Cane, Beech, Bentwood

Salvatore Leone Vintage Bentwood Caned Chairs, Thonet Style
Salvatore Leone Vintage Bentwood Caned Chairs, Thonet Style

Salvatore Leone Vintage Bentwood Caned Chairs, Thonet Style

By Salvatore Leone, Thonet

Located in Miami, FL

Salvatore Leone Vintage bentwood caned chairs, thonet style. Offered for sale is a pair of

Category

1920s Italian Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Early 20th Century American Bentwood Tiger Oak Rocker
Early 20th Century American Bentwood Tiger Oak Rocker

Early 20th Century American Bentwood Tiger Oak Rocker

Located in Wainscott, NY

A beautifully crafted American bentwood chair, circa 1920s, showcasing timeless Shaker and Arts

Category

1920s American Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Wood, Oak

Set of 6 Bistro Chairs by Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1890 Austro-Hungarian Empire
Set of 6 Bistro Chairs by Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1890 Austro-Hungarian Empire

Set of 6 Bistro Chairs by Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1890 Austro-Hungarian Empire

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares

. Bentwood chairs with seats and backs carved with beautiful patterns. All chairs are stamped under the seats.   

Category

1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Thonet, rare pair of chairs, early 1900s
Thonet, rare pair of chairs, early 1900s

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 Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Fischel bentwood café chair, early 20thy century
Fischel bentwood café chair, early 20thy century

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 Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech

1920s Antique Luterma Bistro Bentwod Chair from Estonia, Northern Europe
1920s Antique Luterma Bistro Bentwod Chair from Estonia, Northern Europe

1920s Antique Luterma Bistro Bentwod Chair from Estonia, Northern Europe

By Luterma

Located in San Gabriel, CA

1920s bentwood chair from the Art Deco Era of Estonia. Luterma was an Estonian company that

Category

1920s Estonian Art Deco Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Jacob & Josef Kohn Vienna Secession Patinated Chairs with Wicker Seats, Pair
Jacob & Josef Kohn Vienna Secession Patinated Chairs with Wicker Seats, Pair

Jacob & Josef Kohn Vienna Secession Patinated Chairs with Wicker Seats, Pair

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Barcelona, ES

Beautiful pair of bentwood chairs patinated in white color with cane weave seats. Manufactured by J

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood, Cane, Wood

8 Viennese Chairs N.33 by J & J Kohn, 1900s
8 Viennese Chairs N.33 by J & J Kohn, 1900s

8 Viennese Chairs N.33 by J & J Kohn, 1900s

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in GRENOBLE, FR

Set of 8 Viennese bentwood chairs, model N.33 by Jacob & Joseph Kohn and dating from the years 1890

Category

Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Wicker, Beech

Scarce early set (6) Bentwood Bistro/Cafe' Chairs.  by Michael Thonet
Scarce early set (6) Bentwood Bistro/Cafe' Chairs.  by Michael Thonet

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

1860s Czech Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany, Bentwood

Set of 8 Rare Wojciechów Thonet Chairs
Set of 8 Rare Wojciechów Thonet Chairs

Set of 8 Rare Wojciechów Thonet Chairs

By Thonet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of 8 Wojciechów Thonet chairs. Original tags. Rare as a set of 8. Nice set of pre-war bentwood

Category

Early 1900s Polish Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Pair Of Art Nouveau Thonet Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, 1st edition! - CZ ca. 1906
Pair Of Art Nouveau Thonet Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, 1st edition! - CZ ca. 1906

Pair Of Art Nouveau Thonet Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, 1st edition! - CZ ca. 1906

By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Very rare pair of the first edition(!) of bentwood chairs by Thonet from the early 20th century

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

FiVE ANTIQUE JACOB & JOESEF KOHN CIRCA 1850 THONET BENTWOOD CHERUB DINING CHAIRS
FiVE ANTIQUE JACOB & JOESEF KOHN CIRCA 1850 THONET BENTWOOD CHERUB DINING CHAIRS

FiVE ANTIQUE JACOB & JOESEF KOHN CIRCA 1850 THONET BENTWOOD CHERUB DINING CHAIRS

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

bentwood chairs changed the way we sat for dinner! We have cleaned waxed and polished them from top to

Category

1850s European Victorian Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Bentwood dining chair no.19 by Thonet
Bentwood dining chair no.19 by Thonet

Bentwood dining chair no.19 by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Bentwood dining chair no.19 by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.

Category

Early 1900s Slovak Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

No. 715 Chairs By Gustav Siegel, executed by J&J Kohn Vienna in 1901
No. 715 Chairs By Gustav Siegel, executed by J&J Kohn Vienna in 1901

No. 715 Chairs By Gustav Siegel, executed by J&J Kohn Vienna in 1901

By Gustav Siegel, Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Budapest, HU

& Josef Kohn around 1905, this set of four bentwood chairs belongs to Siegel’s most celebrated seating

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech

Bentwood dining chair no.228 by Thonet
Bentwood dining chair no.228 by Thonet

Bentwood dining chair no.228 by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Bentwood dining chair no.228 by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Bentwood Striped Rocking Chair
Bentwood Striped Rocking Chair

Bentwood Striped Rocking Chair

Located in Queens, NY

Bentwood double circle design rocking chair with striped upholstery (19th Cent.)

Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood, Upholstery

Austrian Bentwood Scroll Swivel Chair
Austrian Bentwood Scroll Swivel Chair

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 Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Bentwood Rocking Chair
Bentwood Rocking Chair

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 Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech

J J Kohn Bentwood Ebonized Chairs, 19th Century Austria
J J Kohn Bentwood Ebonized Chairs, 19th Century Austria

J J Kohn Bentwood Ebonized Chairs, 19th Century Austria

Located in Water Mill, NY

Twenty four available J J Kohn 19th century Austrian bentwood ebonized chairs from the Estate of

Category

1890s Austrian Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Bentwood Scroll Café Side Chairs
Bentwood Scroll Café Side Chairs

Bentwood Scroll Café Side Chairs

Located in Queens, NY

84 Bentwood café side chairs with hairpin scroll design open back and wood seat. From BILLY'S 1890

Category

19th Century Austrian Aesthetic Movement Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

19th Century Elegant Pretzel Shaped Thonet Dining Chairs - Set Of Four
19th Century Elegant Pretzel Shaped Thonet Dining Chairs - Set Of Four

19th Century Elegant Pretzel Shaped Thonet Dining Chairs - Set Of Four

Located in Hook, Hampshire

to design the classic bentwood chairs still in production today. In the 19th Century he had a large

Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech

Vintage Thonet Bentwood Oak Chair With Original Label, Czechoslovakia, 1920s
Vintage Thonet Bentwood Oak Chair With Original Label, Czechoslovakia, 1920s

Vintage Thonet Bentwood Oak Chair With Original Label, Czechoslovakia, 1920s

By Michael Thonet, Thonet

Located in Zohor, SK

This elegant vintage chair, crafted by the renowned Thonet company, is a distinguished example of

Category

1920s Czech Bauhaus Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Austrian Bentwood Scroll Leather Rocking Chair
Austrian Bentwood Scroll Leather Rocking Chair

Austrian Bentwood Scroll Leather Rocking Chair

By Michael Thonet

Located in Queens, NY

Austrian Bentwood (19th Cent) scroll design rocking chair with embossed leather upholstery. (THONET

Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood, Leather

Antique French Bentwood Cane Rocking Chair
Antique French Bentwood Cane Rocking Chair

Antique French Bentwood Cane Rocking Chair

Located in London, GB

A lovely antique bentwood cane rocking chair, this was made in France and dates from around the

Category

Early 1900s French Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Bentwood dining chairs by Thonet Mundus
Bentwood dining chairs by Thonet Mundus

Bentwood dining chairs by Thonet Mundus

By Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Bentwood dining chairs by Thonet Mundus. Professionally stained and repolished. Each chair is

Category

1920s Slovak Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Bentwood dining room chair by Thonet
Bentwood dining room chair by Thonet

Bentwood dining room chair by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Bentwood dining room chair by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Bentwood dining chair by Löbl Wieisskirchen
Bentwood dining chair by Löbl Wieisskirchen

Bentwood dining chair by Löbl Wieisskirchen

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Bentwood dining chair by Löbl Wieisskirchen professionally stained and repolished.

Category

Early 1900s Czech Jugendstil Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Bentwood dining room chairs by Thonet Austria
Bentwood dining room chairs by Thonet Austria

Bentwood dining room chairs by Thonet Austria

By Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Bentwood dining room chairs by Thonet Austria in very nice original condition with signs of use.

Category

1920s Slovak Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Antique Victorian Bentwood and Leather Swivel Desk Chair
Antique Victorian Bentwood and Leather Swivel Desk Chair

Antique Victorian Bentwood and Leather Swivel Desk Chair

Located in London, GB

A smart and very well made antique Victorian bentwood and leather swivel desk chair. This was made

Category

1890s British Late Victorian Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

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Antique Bentwood Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique bentwood chair available at 1stDibs. Each antique bentwood chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, bentwood and hardwood. There are many kinds of the antique bentwood chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique bentwood chair, those designed in Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Thonet, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH and Jacob and Josef Kohn each produced at least one beautiful antique bentwood chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Bentwood Chair?

Prices for an antique bentwood chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $175 and can go as high as $32,970, while the average can fetch as much as $1,512.

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Questions About Antique Bentwood Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique Bergère chair is a Victorian-era French armchair, often with upholstered armrests and a removable seat cushion. The curved back of this chair would be crafted with wicker. Shop a collection of Bergère chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Bergere chairs are a type of upholstered French armchair that have an enclosed design. They’re designed for lounging comfortably and usually feature deep, wide seats. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique Bergere chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if your rocking chair is an antique, search the back, rockers and the underside of the seat for a label, stamp or other marking. If you locate one, conduct online research using trusted resources to learn about the maker. By finding out when the manufacturer produced chairs similar to yours, you may be able to determine if your chair is at least 100 years old, making it an antique. If you cannot find a maker's mark, consider contacting a certified appraiser or antique dealer and asking them to date your piece for you. Explore a range of antique rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 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 9, 2024
    To find out what your antique chair is worth, you can conduct research using trusted online resources. Specifically, study the sales history for pieces similar to yours in terms of maker, age, style and type. Because the condition of your chair will also impact its value, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect and evaluate your piece. Find a collection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell how old an antique chair is, you have a few options. One is to conduct research on your own using trusted online resources and print references from your local library. If your chair has a maker's mark, learning more about the company, artisan or workshop that produced it can be a good starting point. Dating unmarked chairs can be more difficult because certain styles remained in production for long periods. In this case, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your chair for you. Shop a wide range of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending on the quality, age, and model, Koken vintage barber chairs can sell for $500 to $6000. Older chairs will often have a higher value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    There is no universal guideline for determining the value of antique high chairs. Typically, high chairs can cost anywhere between $50 and $500. The price of a high chair is determined by the condition of the chair, its construction, whether or not all parts are intact and its desirability.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020

    The design has changed over the years, but most antique carver chairs were made of wood. Antique carver chairs were wide chairs made in 17th century New England — with backs that featured several supporting spindles — although there were no spindles between the armrests and the seat. Antique carver chairs were typically topped with decorative ornaments.