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Vintage Sculptural Walnut “Pretzel” Armchairs by Plycraft
Vintage Sculptural Walnut “Pretzel” Armchairs by Plycraft

Vintage Sculptural Walnut “Pretzel” Armchairs by Plycraft

By Lou App, Plycraft

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Immerse yourself in the elegance of the 1980s with these exquisite vintage "Pretzel" armchairs

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut, Plywood

Mid-Century Modern "Pretzel" Armchair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft
Mid-Century Modern "Pretzel" Armchair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft

Mid-Century Modern "Pretzel" Armchair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century Modern "Pretzel" armchair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Birch, Bentwood

Expertly Restored - Set of 4 "Pretzel" Armchairs by Norman Cherner for Plycraft
Expertly Restored - Set of 4 "Pretzel" Armchairs by Norman Cherner for Plycraft

Expertly Restored - Set of 4 "Pretzel" Armchairs by Norman Cherner for Plycraft

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Los Angeles, CA

________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Laminate, Wood, Walnut, 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

A rare and beautiful set of four ''Pretzel'' armchairs made in laminated wood and manufactured in

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Ash

A Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchair, Plycraft, USA, 1960s
A Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchair, Plycraft, USA, 1960s

A Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchair, Plycraft, USA, 1960s

By Norman Cherner

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

An original Norman Cherner pretzel chair, made by Plycraft, USA in the 1960s. Bentwood frame. Good

Category

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

Materials

Wood

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

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

Pair of Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchairs, Plycraft, USA, 1960s
Pair of Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchairs, Plycraft, USA, 1960s

Pair of Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchairs, Plycraft, USA, 1960s

By Norman Cherner

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A pair of original Norman Cherner pretzel dining chairs, made by Plycraft, USA in the 1960s

Category

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

Materials

Wood

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

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

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Professionally Restored Norman Cherner Plycraft Pretzel Walnut & Black Armchairs
Professionally Restored Norman Cherner Plycraft Pretzel Walnut & Black Armchairs

Professionally Restored Norman Cherner Plycraft Pretzel Walnut & Black Armchairs

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Philadelphia, PA

1958, the "Pretzel" armchair has an organic form consisting of molded plywood. Light-weight, comfy and

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Plywood, Faux Leather

Classic Pair Of Vintage Norman Cherner Plycraft Armchairs c. 1950's
Classic Pair Of Vintage Norman Cherner Plycraft Armchairs c. 1950's

Classic Pair Of Vintage Norman Cherner Plycraft Armchairs c. 1950's

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic Pair Of Vintage Norman Cherner for Plycraft Pretzel Armchairs c. 1950's... Great early

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

Norman Cherner, Plycraft, Mid-Century Modern, Pretzel Dining Chairs, USA, 1960s
Norman Cherner, Plycraft, Mid-Century Modern, Pretzel Dining Chairs, USA, 1960s

Norman Cherner, Plycraft, Mid-Century Modern, Pretzel Dining Chairs, USA, 1960s

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Manhasset, NY

examples of of Norman Cherner's molded plywood 'Pretzel' armchairs. Originally introduced in 1958, the

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Rattan 3-Strand Pretzel Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Rattan 3-Strand Pretzel Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Rattan 3-Strand Pretzel Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Restored rattan 3-Strand pretzel armchair with red and white birds of paradise tropical barckcloth

Category

Vintage 1950s Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

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

By George Nelson, Herman Miller, ICF De Padova

Located in Vienna, AT

''Pretzel'' armchairs with newly upholstered cushions, made from laminated wood by ICF De Padova in Italy

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Plywood

Plycraft Pretzel Padded Arm Chair by Paul Goldman (A)
Plycraft Pretzel Padded Arm Chair by Paul Goldman (A)

Plycraft Pretzel Padded Arm Chair by Paul Goldman (A)

By Plycraft

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A black bentwood armchair with matching upholstered backside and seat designed by Paul Goldman

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Expertly Restored - Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Arm Chair for Plycraft
Expertly Restored - Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Arm Chair for Plycraft

Expertly Restored - Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Arm Chair for Plycraft

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This striking Mid-Century Modern armchair, designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft, is a true

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Bentwood

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

Norman Cherner Plycraft Pretzel Arm Chairs Set of 4
Norman Cherner Plycraft Pretzel Arm Chairs Set of 4

Norman Cherner Plycraft Pretzel Arm Chairs Set of 4

By Norman Cherner

Located in Bradenton, FL

Set of 4 Mid-Century Norman Cherner Plycraft Arm Chairs. Chairs are of classic design with original blonde finish. Chairs are strong and lightweight. The backrests feature a series o...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Plywood

Pair of Norman Cherner for Plycraft White Bentwood 'Pretzel' Dining Chairs
Pair of Norman Cherner for Plycraft White Bentwood 'Pretzel' Dining Chairs

Pair of Norman Cherner for Plycraft White Bentwood 'Pretzel' Dining Chairs

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of American Mid-Century 'Pretzel' design dining armchairs with white painted bentwood frames

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Paint

Restored Aqua Turquoise 5-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chairs - Pair
Restored Aqua Turquoise 5-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chairs - Pair

Restored Aqua Turquoise 5-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chairs - Pair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Five-strand square pretzel arm rattan chairs with stacked bases in the style of Paul Frankl. Both

Category

Vintage 1940s Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Paint

Classic Mid Century Pretzel Arm Chair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft
Classic Mid Century Pretzel Arm Chair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft

Classic Mid Century Pretzel Arm Chair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic mid century Pretzel arm chair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft: Great original condition

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Plywood

Mid-Century 4-Strand 3/4 Reverse Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair w/ Matching Ottoman
Mid-Century 4-Strand 3/4 Reverse Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair w/ Matching Ottoman

Mid-Century 4-Strand 3/4 Reverse Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair w/ Matching Ottoman

Located in Van Nuys, CA

. The 1950s set features a 3-Strand reverse pretzel armchair with red tropical backcloth cushions and a

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

4 Mid-Century Vintage Norman Cherner Chairs by Plycraft
4 Mid-Century Vintage Norman Cherner Chairs by Plycraft

4 Mid-Century Vintage Norman Cherner Chairs by Plycraft

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Brooklyn, NY

masterwork of design, featuring two legendary "Pretzel" armchairs and a matching pair of "Hourglass

Category

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

Materials

Plywood, Upholstery, Naugahyde, Wood, Bentwood

Vintage Faux Painted Tortoise Pretzel Back Armchair
Vintage Faux Painted Tortoise Pretzel Back Armchair

Vintage Faux Painted Tortoise Pretzel Back Armchair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Faux painted tortoise pretzel back armchair with newly upholstered seat cushion.

Category

20th Century Italian Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Paint

Plycraft Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Bentwood Armchairs USA 1960s, a Pair, Signed
Plycraft Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Bentwood Armchairs USA 1960s, a Pair, Signed

Plycraft Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Bentwood Armchairs USA 1960s, a Pair, Signed

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Miami, FL

Plycraft Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Bentwood Armchairs USA 1960s, a Pair, Signed Offered for sale is

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Vintage Henredon Burl Armchair Dining Desk Chair
Vintage Henredon Burl Armchair Dining Desk Chair

Vintage Henredon Burl Armchair Dining Desk Chair

By Henredon

Located in Lake Worth, FL

estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Vintage Henredon burl wood pretzel back armchair dining desk

Category

Vintage 1980s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Burl

Rare Set of Four Pretzel Armchairs by Norman Cherner for Plycraft
Rare Set of Four Pretzel Armchairs by Norman Cherner for Plycraft

Rare Set of Four Pretzel Armchairs by Norman Cherner for Plycraft

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner, Lou App

Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

A rare set of four Rockwell II armchairs by Plycraft in the original ebonized finish. Norman

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech, Plywood

Pretzel Armchair in the Style of Paul Frankl, France 1950s
Pretzel Armchair in the Style of Paul Frankl, France 1950s

Pretzel Armchair in the Style of Paul Frankl, France 1950s

By Paul Frankl

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Rattan lounge chair pretzel style in the manner of Paul Frankl, France 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Bamboo and rattan pretzel-shaped armchair, France, 1950s
Bamboo and rattan pretzel-shaped armchair, France, 1950s

Bamboo and rattan pretzel-shaped armchair, France, 1950s

By Paul Frankl

Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR

Pretzel-shaped armchair in the Paul Frankl style in bamboo and rattan 1950. Links and structure in

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

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

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

Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchairs
Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchairs

Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchairs

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of 1960s pretzel armchairs by Norman Cherner for plycraft. The distinct wood-bending technique

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchair by Plycraft, Circa 1960s
Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchair by Plycraft, Circa 1960s

Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchair by Plycraft, Circa 1960s

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Peabody, MA

A vintage bentwood pretzel armchair designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft, circa 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchairs for Plycraft, Pair
Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchairs for Plycraft, Pair

Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchairs for Plycraft, Pair

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pair of very Original Norman Cherner Pretzel armchairs. Chairs in nice shape, original vinyl seat

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Norman Cherner Plycraft Pretzel Armchairs
Norman Cherner Plycraft Pretzel Armchairs

Norman Cherner Plycraft Pretzel Armchairs

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A pair of pretzel armchairs designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft. These chairs likely date from

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

1970s Mid Century Pretzel Armchairs by Plycraft, Pair
1970s Mid Century Pretzel Armchairs by Plycraft, Pair

1970s Mid Century Pretzel Armchairs by Plycraft, Pair

By Plycraft

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-century pretzel armchairs designed by Norman Cherner and manufactured by Plycraft in the United

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Plywood

Mid-Century Modern Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Armchair for Plycraft
Mid-Century Modern Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Armchair for Plycraft

Mid-Century Modern Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Armchair for Plycraft

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century Modern Norman Cherner "Pretzel" armchair for Plycraft.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Pretzel Armchair by Norman Cherner
Pretzel Armchair by Norman Cherner

Pretzel Armchair by Norman Cherner

By Norman Cherner

Located in Long Island City, NY

Pretzel Armchair by Norman Cherner.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Plywood

Three Original Norman Cherner for Plycraft Pretzel Armchairs
Three Original Norman Cherner for Plycraft Pretzel Armchairs

Three Original Norman Cherner for Plycraft Pretzel Armchairs

By Norman Cherner

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Three original Norman Cherner for Plycraft pretzel armchairs, circa early 1960s. These sculptural

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Vintage Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Armchair for Plycraft
Vintage Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Armchair for Plycraft

Vintage Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Armchair for Plycraft

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iconic Mid-Century Modern "Pretzel" armchair designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft Co., circa

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch, Walnut, Wood

Pair Paul Frankl Style Five Strand Rattan Pretzel Armchairs
Pair Paul Frankl Style Five Strand Rattan Pretzel Armchairs

Pair Paul Frankl Style Five Strand Rattan Pretzel Armchairs

By Paul Frankl

Located in Troy, MI

Pair circa 1940s Paul Frankl style five strand rattan pretzel armchairs. New foam cushions covered

Category

Vintage 1940s Philippine Armchairs

Materials

Rattan, Foam, Fabric, Upholstery

Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Armchairs for Plycraft
Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Armchairs for Plycraft

Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Armchairs for Plycraft

By Norman Cherner

Located in San Francisco, CA

Matched pair Norman Cherner design "Pretzel" armchairs for Plycraft, labeled.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Classic Modernist Plywood Pretzel Armchair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft
Classic Modernist Plywood Pretzel Armchair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft

Classic Modernist Plywood Pretzel Armchair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Buffalo, NY

Super clean and early set of 4 pretzel armchairs designed by Norman Cherner manufactured by

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Plywood

Vintage rattan pretzel armchair
Vintage rattan pretzel armchair

Vintage rattan pretzel armchair

By Paul Frankl

Located in AIGNAN, FR

Rattan armchair, in the style of Paul T. Frankl, dating from the 60s. The color of the rattan is

Category

Mid-20th Century European Armchairs

Materials

Rattan

Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Armchair for Plycraft
Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Armchair for Plycraft

Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Armchair for Plycraft

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Price Each Pretzel Arm Chairs designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft Co. c. 1950’s. Originally

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Bentwood, Birch

George Nelson Pretzel Armchair – Herman Miller
George Nelson Pretzel Armchair – Herman Miller

George Nelson Pretzel Armchair – Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

A plywood ribbon forms the armrest and seat back, and the seat bottom is a molded plywood disc. This is a simple sculptural design produced in very small numbers around 1957 by Herm...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern 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

Classic & rare molded plywood armchair designed by American architect Norman Cherner, an innovator in

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Walnut, Wood

Pair of 1964 Norman Cherner Plycraft Pretzel Armchairs
Pair of 1964 Norman Cherner Plycraft Pretzel Armchairs

Pair of 1964 Norman Cherner Plycraft Pretzel Armchairs

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pair of all original Norman Cherner designed Pretzel Arm Chairs for Plycraft from March 18, 1964

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Vintage 1960s American Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

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

The Pretzel Chair by George Nelson

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

Mid Century Norman Cherner for Plycraft Pretzel Armchair
Mid Century Norman Cherner for Plycraft Pretzel Armchair

Mid Century Norman Cherner for Plycraft Pretzel Armchair

By Norman Cherner

Located in Las Vegas, NV

1950's Pretzel arm chair designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft. 3 available. All three are

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Professionally Restored Norman Cherner Plycraft Vintage Pretzel Walnut Armchairs
Professionally Restored Norman Cherner Plycraft Vintage Pretzel Walnut Armchairs

Professionally Restored Norman Cherner Plycraft Vintage Pretzel Walnut Armchairs

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Philadelphia, PA

1958, the "Pretzel" armchair has an organic form consisting of molded plywood. Light-weight, comfy and

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Plywood

Vintage Pair Pretzel Walnut-Plywood Armchairs Norman Cherner Plycraft, Restored
Vintage Pair Pretzel Walnut-Plywood Armchairs Norman Cherner Plycraft, Restored

Vintage Pair Pretzel Walnut-Plywood Armchairs Norman Cherner Plycraft, Restored

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Philadelphia, PA

! Originally introduced in 1958, the "Pretzel" armchair has an organic form consisting of molded plywood. Light

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Plywood

Antique Regency Armchairs Pretzel Back Pair
Antique Regency Armchairs Pretzel Back Pair

Antique Regency Armchairs Pretzel Back Pair

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Antique Regency Pretzel Back Armchairs Animal print

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Vintage 1950s Regency Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

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Pretzel Armchair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic pretzel armchair available at 1stDibs. A pretzel armchair — often made from wood, walnut and natural fiber — can elevate any home. There are 42 variations of the antique or vintage pretzel armchair you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect pretzel armchair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each pretzel armchair bearing Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Arts and Crafts hallmarks is very popular. A well-made pretzel armchair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Norman Cherner, Plycraft and George Nelson are consistently popular.

How Much is a Pretzel Armchair?

Prices for a pretzel armchair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $10 and can go as high as $16,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,175.

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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.

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