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Nelson Pretzel Chair

Original George Nelson Pretzel Chair, Leather
Original George Nelson Pretzel Chair, Leather

Original George Nelson Pretzel Chair, Leather

$2,800 / item

H 28 in W 25.75 in D 18 in

Original George Nelson Pretzel Chair, Leather

By George Nelson

Located in Miami, FL

Rare and beautiful ''Pretzel'' ArmChair, laminated wood and dark brown leather seat. Manufactured

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Plywood

Early and Rare George Nelson Pretzel Chair American Mid Century
Early and Rare George Nelson Pretzel Chair American Mid Century

Early and Rare George Nelson Pretzel Chair American Mid Century

By George Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

Wonderful sculptural side chair. Pretzel designed in 1950s by George Nelson, amazing original

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

George Nelson 6 Black Pretzel Chairs for ICF, 1984
George Nelson 6 Black Pretzel Chairs for ICF, 1984

George Nelson 6 Black Pretzel Chairs for ICF, 1984

$16,900 / set

H 30 in W 22.1 in D 19.5 in

George Nelson 6 Black Pretzel Chairs for ICF, 1984

By Herman Miller, George Nelson, ICF De Padova

Located in Vienna, AT

George Nelson pretzel chairs Model # 5890, manufactured for ICF (labelled) A rare set of six

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Plywood

Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson
Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson

Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson

$3,900

H 29.53 in W 19 in D 19.75 in

Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson, c 1952,,, gREAT EXAMPLE, Iconic Design

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Pair Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chairs by George Nelson
Pair Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chairs by George Nelson

Pair Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chairs by George Nelson

$3,600 / item

H 29.53 in W 19 in D 19.75 in

Pair Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chairs by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

Matched pair Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chaisr designed by by George Nelson, c 1952,,, gREAT

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Plywood

1950s John Pyle for George Nelson Associates Laminate Pretzel Chairs set of 4
1950s John Pyle for George Nelson Associates Laminate Pretzel Chairs set of 4

1950s John Pyle for George Nelson Associates Laminate Pretzel Chairs set of 4

By John Pile, George Nelson

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A set of four scarce John Pile for George Nelson Associates of Herman Miller Side Chairs. These

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Birch, Walnut

Cherner Armchair by Norman Cherner, Mid-Century Modern, Circa 1960
Cherner Armchair by Norman Cherner, Mid-Century Modern, Circa 1960

Cherner Armchair by Norman Cherner, Mid-Century Modern, Circa 1960

By Norman Cherner

Located in Centreville, VA

’s ‘Pretzel’ chair which was created by Herman Miller and produced by Plycraft until they ceased production

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Pair of Cherner Armchair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft
Pair of Cherner Armchair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft

Pair of Cherner Armchair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft

$3,200 / set

H 31.5 in W 26.5 in D 21.5 in

Pair of Cherner Armchair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft

By Norman Cherner

Located in Centreville, VA

’s ‘Pretzel’ chair which was created by Herman Miller and produced by Plycraft until they ceased production

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of Four George Nelson ''Pretzel'' Armchair Made by ICF, Italy, 1984-1986
Set of Four George Nelson ''Pretzel'' Armchair Made by ICF, Italy, 1984-1986

Set of Four George Nelson ''Pretzel'' Armchair Made by ICF, Italy, 1984-1986

By George Nelson, ICF De Padova

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

model 5890, George Nelson later gave permission for ICF to make this chair for the Italian market, in

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Ash

Original Early George Nelson for Herman Miller Pretzel Chair
Original Early George Nelson for Herman Miller Pretzel Chair

Original Early George Nelson for Herman Miller Pretzel Chair

By George Nelson

Located in Sarasota, FL

George Nelson for Herman Miller pretzel chair. Rare and beautiful chair with very low production

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of 6 Black Pretzel Chairs, by George Nelson for ICF
Set of 6 Black Pretzel Chairs, by George Nelson for ICF

Set of 6 Black Pretzel Chairs, by George Nelson for ICF

$27,240 / set

H 30.32 in W 22.84 in D 19.3 in

Set of 6 Black Pretzel Chairs, by George Nelson for ICF

By George Nelson, ICF De Padova

Located in Berlin, DE

A rare set of six ''Pretzel'' armchairs with leather cushions, made from laminated wood by ICF De

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid 20th MCM Mr. Chair Lounge Chair & Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft
Mid 20th MCM Mr. Chair Lounge Chair & Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft

Mid 20th MCM Mr. Chair Lounge Chair & Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft

By Plycraft, George Mulhauser

Located in Topeka, KS

Herman Miller to manufacture the George Nelson Office's Pretzel Chair attributed to John Pile in walnut

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

MCM Plycraft Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Saddle Color Italian Leather Attributed
MCM Plycraft Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Saddle Color Italian Leather Attributed

MCM Plycraft Lounge Chair & Ottoman in Saddle Color Italian Leather Attributed

By Plycraft

Located in Topeka, KS

Herman Miller to manufacture the George Nelson Office's Pretzel Chair attributed to John Pile in walnut

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Early Version of the Rare Pretzel Chair by George Nelson
Early Version of the Rare Pretzel Chair by George Nelson

Early Version of the Rare Pretzel Chair by George Nelson

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H 29.93 in W 19.69 in D 18.51 in

Early Version of the Rare Pretzel Chair by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Munster, NRW

Beautifully kept early version of the Pretzel chair by George Nelson, designed in 1952.  

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Pretzel Chair by George Nelson
Pretzel Chair by George Nelson

Pretzel Chair by George Nelson

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H 29.93 in W 19.69 in D 18.51 in

Pretzel Chair by George Nelson

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Rare and original Pretzel chairs, designed by george Nelson in 1952. These 5 chairs are part of the

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Pretzel Chair with Armrests by George Nelson
Pretzel Chair with Armrests by George Nelson

Pretzel Chair with Armrests by George Nelson

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H 30.32 in W 26.78 in D 18.51 in

Pretzel Chair with Armrests by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Rare and original Pretzel chair designed by George Nelson in 1952. This particular copy is part of

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Rare Prototype Armchair by Norman Cherner
Rare Prototype Armchair by Norman Cherner

Rare Prototype Armchair by Norman Cherner

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H 31 in W 23.375 in D 24 in

Rare Prototype Armchair by Norman Cherner

By Norman Cherner

Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

version of George Nelson's Pretzel Chair. One of only two known to exist. A few important notes about all

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Plywood

George Nelson Pretzel Chair for Herman Miller, circa 1950s
George Nelson Pretzel Chair for Herman Miller, circa 1950s

George Nelson Pretzel Chair for Herman Miller, circa 1950s

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Peabody, MA

Original, circa mid-1950s, early George Nelson pretzel chair for Herman Miller. With leather seat

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch

George Nelson Pretzel Chair
George Nelson Pretzel Chair

George Nelson Pretzel Chair

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H 29.93 in W 26.38 in D 18.51 in

George Nelson Pretzel Chair

By George Nelson

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

George Nelson / John Pile for George Nelson Associates, model no. 5891 , a rare Pretzel chair circa

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

George Nelson Pretzel Chair
George Nelson Pretzel Chair

George Nelson Pretzel Chair

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Highland, IN

. Produced in very small numbers, the pretzel chairs were dropped from the Herman Miller catalog due to high

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Birch

George Nelson - Pretzel Chair, Pair
George Nelson - Pretzel Chair, Pair

George Nelson - Pretzel Chair, Pair

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H 30.5 in W 26 in D 19 in

George Nelson - Pretzel Chair, Pair

By George Nelson

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pair of laminated birch and leather Pretzel chairs (no. 5890), for Herman Miller, Unmarked.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Materials

Birch, Leather

Rare George Nelson Pretzel Chair for Herman Miller
Rare George Nelson Pretzel Chair for Herman Miller

Rare George Nelson Pretzel Chair for Herman Miller

Located in New York, NY

Rare design by Nelson for Herman Miller. Slender curvaceous bent wood arm rises from beneath the

Category

20th Century American Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

GEORGE NELSON PRETZEL CHAIR ; WITH GIRARD SEAT PAD
GEORGE NELSON PRETZEL CHAIR ; WITH GIRARD SEAT PAD

GEORGE NELSON PRETZEL CHAIR ; WITH GIRARD SEAT PAD

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

George Nelson for Herman Miller a rare Pretzel chair made of bent laminated birch ply , seat pad

Category

Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Upholstered Cherner Side Chair by Plycraft
Upholstered Cherner Side Chair by Plycraft

Upholstered Cherner Side Chair by Plycraft

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Highland, IN

Nelson pretzel chair.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

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Walnut, Upholstery

Set of Four Cherner Chairs by Plycraft
Set of Four Cherner Chairs by Plycraft

Set of Four Cherner Chairs by Plycraft

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H 31.25 in W 17 in D 19 in

Set of Four Cherner Chairs by Plycraft

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Highland, IN

Nelson's pretzel chair which was thought to be too fragile. This set of chairs is entirely original and

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of Four Walnut Cherner Side Chairs
Set of Four Walnut Cherner Side Chairs

Set of Four Walnut Cherner Side Chairs

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H 31.5 in W 18.5 in D 21.5 in

Set of Four Walnut Cherner Side Chairs

By Norman Cherner

Located in Highland, IN

of George Nelson's pretzel chair which was thought to be too fragile. Equally elegant, the

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

NORMAN CHERNER VINTAGE ARMCHAIR
NORMAN CHERNER VINTAGE ARMCHAIR

NORMAN CHERNER VINTAGE ARMCHAIR

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Nelsons Pretzel chair the "Cherner" has become modern classic in itself . Remnants of original oval label

Category

Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Pair of Norman Cherner Armchirs
Pair of Norman Cherner Armchirs

Pair of Norman Cherner Armchirs

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H 31 in W 26 in D 22 in

Pair of Norman Cherner Armchirs

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Designed 1957 out of the Nelson Pretzel chair , a fine pair of upholstered Armchairs in Turquoise

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Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Rare Norman Cherner “Pretzel” Armchair for Plycraft
Rare Norman Cherner “Pretzel” Armchair for Plycraft

Rare Norman Cherner “Pretzel” Armchair for Plycraft

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Nelson’s “Pretzel” chair which was too expensive and fragile to produce which resulted after Plycraft

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Walnut, Wood

George Nelson Pretzel Dining Chairs
George Nelson Pretzel Dining Chairs

George Nelson Pretzel Dining Chairs

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H 29 in W 19.75 in D 16 in

George Nelson Pretzel Dining Chairs

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Atlanta, GA

Set of Four Rare Model 5098 "Pretzel" Dining Chairs, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Cowhide, Walnut

Norman Cherner Vintage Armchair
Norman Cherner Vintage Armchair

Norman Cherner Vintage Armchair

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H 31.5 in W 25 in

Norman Cherner Vintage Armchair

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Nelsons Pretzel chair the "Cherner" has become modern classic in itself . Remnants of original oval label

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Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

NORMAN CHERNER VINTAGE ARMCHAIRS
NORMAN CHERNER VINTAGE ARMCHAIRS

NORMAN CHERNER VINTAGE ARMCHAIRS

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Norman Cherner for Plycraft , U.S.A ; designed 1957 out of George Nelsons Pretzel chair . Original

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PAIR OF CHERNER ARMCHAIRS
PAIR OF CHERNER ARMCHAIRS

PAIR OF CHERNER ARMCHAIRS

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H 31.5 in W 25 in

PAIR OF CHERNER ARMCHAIRS

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

1957 as a direct descendant of Nelsons Pretzel chair the "Cherner" has become modern classic in itself

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Early and Rare Pretzel Chair by George Nelson
Early and Rare Pretzel Chair by George Nelson

Early and Rare Pretzel Chair by George Nelson

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H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in

Early and Rare Pretzel Chair by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Munich, DE

only a few where made of the 1.edition.

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Materials

Plywood

Early George Nelson Pretzel Side Chair for Herman Miller
Early George Nelson Pretzel Side Chair for Herman Miller

Early George Nelson Pretzel Side Chair for Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A rare and early Nelson bent ply Pretzel chair with walnut seat and sculptural backrest and leg

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

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George Nelson for Herman Miller "Pretzel" Side Chairs
George Nelson for Herman Miller "Pretzel" Side Chairs

George Nelson for Herman Miller "Pretzel" Side Chairs

By George Nelson

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A pair of George Nelson "Pretzel" side chairs, model # 5890 (Herman Miller). These chairs have a

Category

Vintage 1950s American Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

George Nelson Pretzel Arm Chair
George Nelson Pretzel Arm Chair

George Nelson Pretzel Arm Chair

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H 30 in W 26 in D 18 in

George Nelson Pretzel Arm Chair

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

This Chair is both light in weight and appearance. The slender curvaceous bent wood arm rises from

Category

20th Century American Chairs

George Nelson Pretzel Side Chair
George Nelson Pretzel Side Chair

George Nelson Pretzel Side Chair

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H 30 in W 18.5 in D 18.5 in

George Nelson Pretzel Side Chair

Located in Pawtucket, RI

Iconic Nelson Pretzel desk or side chair in birch. Manufactured by Herman Miller.

Category

Vintage 1950s Side Chairs

Materials

Birch

Early Walnut Pretzel Side Chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Early Walnut Pretzel Side Chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Early Walnut Pretzel Side Chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Southampton, NJ

Beautiful set of four chairs designed in 1952 by George Nelson associates. This is an exceptional

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut

PRETZEL CHAIRS (6), by George Nelson, for HERMAN MILLER
PRETZEL CHAIRS (6), by George Nelson, for HERMAN MILLER

PRETZEL CHAIRS (6), by George Nelson, for HERMAN MILLER

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Nelson’s famous Coconut Chair and Marshmallow Sofa, gained worldwide design acclaim. The bold and elegant

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Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Early George Nelson Bentwood "Pretzel" Arm Chair
Early George Nelson Bentwood "Pretzel" Arm Chair

Early George Nelson Bentwood "Pretzel" Arm Chair

By George Nelson

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

This is an early production "Pretzel" bentwood armchair designed by G.Nelson. Provenance-Paul

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Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

The Pretzel Chair by George Nelson
The Pretzel Chair by George Nelson

The Pretzel Chair by George Nelson

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H 30 in W 26 in D 18 in

The Pretzel Chair by George Nelson

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Dallas, TX

An early and rare pretzel armchair designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This example in all

Category

Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Pretzel chair by George Nelson & assoc.
Pretzel chair by George Nelson & assoc.

Pretzel chair by George Nelson & assoc.

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H 29.5 in W 26 in D 20 in

Pretzel chair by George Nelson & assoc.

Located in Highland, IN

A sculpture you can sit in, the Pretzel chair was not a commercial success, so examples of the form

Category

Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

Rare Plycraft Rosewood Sofa, Circa 1960s
Rare Plycraft Rosewood Sofa, Circa 1960s

Rare Plycraft Rosewood Sofa, Circa 1960s

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H 28 in W 93 in D 33 in

Rare Plycraft Rosewood Sofa, Circa 1960s

By Plycraft

Located in San Antonio, TX

Herman Miller to manufacture the George Nelson Office's Pretzel Chair attributed to John Pile in walnut

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

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Seldom Seen George Nelson Pretzel Chair
Seldom Seen George Nelson Pretzel Chair

Seldom Seen George Nelson Pretzel Chair

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H 29.25 in W 26 in D 17.5 in

Seldom Seen George Nelson Pretzel Chair

By George Nelson

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Seldom seen George Nelson for Herman Miller pretzel chair, circa late 1950s. This example has two

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Early and Rare George Nelson Pretzel Chair, 1952 Sculpture
Early and Rare George Nelson Pretzel Chair, 1952 Sculpture

Early and Rare George Nelson Pretzel Chair, 1952 Sculpture

By George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

Wonderful sculptural side chair. Pretzel designed in 1952 by George Nelson, amazing original finish

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Plywood

George Nelson Pretzel Dining Chairs
George Nelson Pretzel Dining Chairs

George Nelson Pretzel Dining Chairs

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H 29 in W 19.5 in D 16 in

George Nelson Pretzel Dining Chairs

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Atlanta, GA

Set of four rare model 5098 "Pretzel" dining chairs, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Norman Cherner Pretzel Arm Chairs for Plycraft in Custom Sunburst Finish, c.1958
Norman Cherner Pretzel Arm Chairs for Plycraft in Custom Sunburst Finish, c.1958

Norman Cherner Pretzel Arm Chairs for Plycraft in Custom Sunburst Finish, c.1958

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Dallas, TX

the George Nelson Designed pretzel chair. The price is for the pair.   

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Walnut

Pair of George Nelson Pretzel Chairs
Pair of George Nelson Pretzel Chairs

Pair of George Nelson Pretzel Chairs

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H 20 in W 26 in D 18 in

Pair of George Nelson Pretzel Chairs

Located in New York, NY

Rare pretzel chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller.

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Vintage 1950s American Chairs

Materials

Walnut

George Nelson Pretzel Chair for Herman Miller
George Nelson Pretzel Chair for Herman Miller

George Nelson Pretzel Chair for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

Rare pretzel chair in great vintage condition some wear on arms but no major flaws very unique

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Vintage 1950s Armchairs

Original Pretzel Chair by George Nelson
Original Pretzel Chair by George Nelson

Original Pretzel Chair by George Nelson

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H 30 in W 18 in D 18 in

Original Pretzel Chair by George Nelson

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Chicago, IL

This is a beautifully kept original version of the pretzel chair by George Nelson, designed in 1952

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Hardwood, Plywood

George Nelson Pretzel Chair
George Nelson Pretzel Chair

George Nelson Pretzel Chair

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H 29.5 in W 26 in D 19 in

George Nelson Pretzel Chair

By George Nelson

Located in Turners Falls, MA

George Nelson pretzel chair manufactured for Herman Miller. Model # 5890. Beautiful example in

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Norman Cherner First Edition Cherner Chair with 'Bernardo' Label
Norman Cherner First Edition Cherner Chair with 'Bernardo' Label

Norman Cherner First Edition Cherner Chair with 'Bernardo' Label

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Portland, ME

"Bernardo". George Nelson's design for the Pretzel chair was subcontracted by Herman Miller to a

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Walnut

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Charles Dudouyt Wooden Side Chair for L'Abeillée, France 1940s
Charles Dudouyt Wooden Side Chair for L'Abeillée, France 1940s

Charles Dudouyt Wooden Side Chair for L'Abeillée, France 1940s

On Hold|$3,750

H 35.63 in W 13.59 in D 19.1 in

Charles Dudouyt Wooden Side Chair for L'Abeillée, France 1940s

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Utrecht, NL

Charles Dudouyt's work was characterised by its simplicity and the use of natural materials, such as oak, beech, and walnut. He favoured simple, geometric forms and often incorporate...

Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Sornay Attr. Art Deco Rosewood Lounge Chairs, France 1930s-1940s, Mid-Century
Sornay Attr. Art Deco Rosewood Lounge Chairs, France 1930s-1940s, Mid-Century

Sornay Attr. Art Deco Rosewood Lounge Chairs, France 1930s-1940s, Mid-Century

By Andre Sornay

Located in New York, NY

Sornay attributed deco Animal print rosewood lounge chairs, France, 1930s-1940s Mid-Century. Incredible rosewood chairs with beautiful Patina throughout. Modernist square arms and t...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cowhide, Rosewood

Set of 8 Mid century danish modern oak dining chairs
Set of 8 Mid century danish modern oak dining chairs

Set of 8 Mid century danish modern oak dining chairs

$3,200Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 30 in W 18 in D 19 in

Set of 8 Mid century danish modern oak dining chairs

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of 8 Mid century danish modern oak dining chairs. Solid oak frames with red Corded cut velvet upholstery. Scandinavian modern design with simple lines. Great set of (8) dining ch...

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

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Nelson Pretzel Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal nelson pretzel chair for your home. Each nelson pretzel chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, birch and animal skin. There are many kinds of the nelson pretzel chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each nelson pretzel chair bearing Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made nelson pretzel chair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by George Nelson and Herman Miller are consistently popular.

How Much is a Nelson Pretzel Chair?

A nelson pretzel chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,893, while the lowest priced sells for $2,400 and the highest can go for as much as $12,000.

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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.

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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.