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Set of Four Early Pretzel Chairs by Norman Cherner 'Bernardo' for Plycraft, USA
Set of Four Early Pretzel Chairs by Norman Cherner 'Bernardo' for Plycraft, USA

Set of Four Early Pretzel Chairs by Norman Cherner 'Bernardo' for Plycraft, USA

By Norman Cherner

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

. The "Pretzel" armchair is a classic example of mid-century modern design. Crafted from molded walnut

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Plywood

Mid-Century Modern 10 Pretzel Dining Chairs by Norman Cherner for Plycraft
Mid-Century Modern 10 Pretzel Dining Chairs by Norman Cherner for Plycraft

Mid-Century Modern 10 Pretzel Dining Chairs by Norman Cherner for Plycraft

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Stamford, CT

Mid-Century Modern Set of 10 Pretzel chairs/Armchairs by Norman Cherner for Plycraft U.S.A

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Vintage Regency Pretzel Back Armchairs Dining Accent Set of 2
Vintage Regency Pretzel Back Armchairs Dining Accent Set of 2

Vintage Regency Pretzel Back Armchairs Dining Accent Set of 2

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Pair of Vintage Regency Accent dining armchairs with solid wood

Category

Vintage 1960s Regency Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

George Nelson Pretzel Chair
George Nelson Pretzel Chair

George Nelson Pretzel Chair

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Highland, IN

“Superleggera” (super-lightweight) chair, the design also references Michael Thonet's bentwood armchair

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Birch

Set of 6 Cherner Bentwood Chairs
Set of 6 Cherner Bentwood Chairs

Set of 6 Cherner Bentwood Chairs

By Norman Cherner

Located in Dallas, TX

Timeless set of 6 Cherner midcentury dining chairs. 2 Pretzel armchairs and 4 side chairs. Good

Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

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

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

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

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

Rattan 3/4 Pretzel Lounge Chair
Rattan 3/4 Pretzel Lounge Chair

Rattan 3/4 Pretzel Lounge Chair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Harveys Collection features a Mid Century 3/4 Pretzel Arms lounge chair. The chair features

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rattan

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

Category

Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Norman Cherner for Plycraft "Pretzel" Arm Chair
Norman Cherner for Plycraft "Pretzel" Arm Chair

Norman Cherner for Plycraft "Pretzel" Arm Chair

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A classic Norman Cherner for Plycraft "Pretzel" arm chair. Vintage in excellent, restored condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair Italian Empire Style "Pretzel" Arm Chairs
Pair Italian Empire Style "Pretzel" Arm Chairs

Pair Italian Empire Style "Pretzel" Arm Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

Striking and sculptural pair of swivel armchairs in the Italian Empire style, with round seats and

Category

Vintage 1940s American Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

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

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

Pair of Vintage Norman Cherner Pretzel Arm Chairs
Pair of Vintage Norman Cherner Pretzel Arm Chairs

Pair of Vintage Norman Cherner Pretzel Arm Chairs

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Hanover, MA

It is very unusual to find a pair in this light beech. Pads are covered in a vintage embroidered orange vinyl!

Category

Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Restored Frankl Round Pretzel Arm Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Restored Frankl Round Pretzel Arm Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair

Restored Frankl Round Pretzel Arm Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair

By Paul Frankl

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Original 1940s three strand Frankl round pretzel arm lounge chair pair. This chair sets features

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rattan, Wicker

Restored Paul Frankl Square Pretzel Rattan Children's Lounge Chair
Restored Paul Frankl Square Pretzel Rattan Children's Lounge Chair

Restored Paul Frankl Square Pretzel Rattan Children's Lounge Chair

By Paul Frankl

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Child size Paul Frankl lounge chair, this chair features six-strand square pretzel arms with a

Category

Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Norman Cherner for Plycraft Bentwood Pretzel Chair
Mid-Century Modern Norman Cherner for Plycraft Bentwood Pretzel Chair

Mid-Century Modern Norman Cherner for Plycraft Bentwood Pretzel Chair

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This unique Cherner bentwood chair is widely praised for it's innovative sculptural design. Tapered legs, beautiful finish, and truly stunning arm design make this a beautiful additi...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Restored Frankl Style Rattan Six Strand Square Pretzel Lounge Chair, Pair
Restored Frankl Style Rattan Six Strand Square Pretzel Lounge Chair, Pair

Restored Frankl Style Rattan Six Strand Square Pretzel Lounge Chair, Pair

By Paul Frankl

Located in Van Nuys, CA

A pair of mid-century six-strand rattan lounge chairs, each featuring square pretzel arms and a

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rattan

Set of Four Lucite Pretzel Chairs in the Style of Cherner, 1970s
Set of Four Lucite Pretzel Chairs in the Style of Cherner, 1970s

Set of Four Lucite Pretzel Chairs in the Style of Cherner, 1970s

Located in South Salem, NY

This set of four 1970s Lucite pretzel chairs, inspired by the iconic Cherner design, marries modern

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Lucite

4 Vintage Baker Chippendale Style Pretzel Back Mahogany Dining Arm & Side Chairs
4 Vintage Baker Chippendale Style Pretzel Back Mahogany Dining Arm & Side Chairs

4 Vintage Baker Chippendale Style Pretzel Back Mahogany Dining Arm & Side Chairs

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Dayton, OH

Baker dining chairs, circa 1980s. Made from mahogany with an interwoven pierced and carved back. Features a brocade upholstered white seat. Includes 2 arms and 2 sides.     

Category

Late 20th Century American Chippendale Armchairs

Materials

Mahogany

Restored Art Deco Square Pretzel Rattan Armchairs, Pair
Restored Art Deco Square Pretzel Rattan Armchairs, Pair

Restored Art Deco Square Pretzel Rattan Armchairs, Pair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Six strand square pretzel arm rattan occasional chairs with stacked base, pair.  Tropical Sun

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Restored Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Armchair, Pair
Restored Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Armchair, Pair

Restored Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Armchair, Pair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Six-strand square pretzel arm rattan occasional chairs with stacked base in the manner of Paul

Category

Vintage 1930s American Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Restored Paul Frankl Style Square Pretzel Rattan Armchairs, Pair
Restored Paul Frankl Style Square Pretzel Rattan Armchairs, Pair

Restored Paul Frankl Style Square Pretzel Rattan Armchairs, Pair

By Paul Frankl

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Six strand square pretzel arm rattan occasional chairs with stacked base in the manner of Paul

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Restored 1930s Six Strand Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Armchair, Pair
Restored 1930s Six Strand Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Armchair, Pair

Restored 1930s Six Strand Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Armchair, Pair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Stunning pair 6 Strand Square Pretzel Arm Rattan Occasional Chairs with stacked base in the Manner

Category

Vintage 1930s American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

2 Baker Chippendale Style Pretzel Back Mahogany Dining Armchairs Damask Seat
2 Baker Chippendale Style Pretzel Back Mahogany Dining Armchairs Damask Seat

2 Baker Chippendale Style Pretzel Back Mahogany Dining Armchairs Damask Seat

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Dayton, OH

Baker dining chairs, circa 1980s. Made from mahogany with an interwoven pierced and carved back. Features a brocade upholstered white seat.   

Category

Vintage 1980s American Chippendale Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Pretzel 9-Piece Rattan Patio Set Sofa Armchairs
Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Pretzel 9-Piece Rattan Patio Set Sofa Armchairs

Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Pretzel 9-Piece Rattan Patio Set Sofa Armchairs

By Paul Frankl

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

"Pretzel" style, circa 1960s. Set includes two small side tables (with no glass), a four piece sectional

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Rattan

Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Armchair
Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Armchair

Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Armchair

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Baltimore, MD

Norman Cherner designed the "Pretzel" armchair for Plycraft in 1958. The label remnant properly

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, 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

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

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Birch, Walnut

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

Classic Norman Cherner for Plycraft "Pretzel" Armchair

By Norman Cherner

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A really great example of a Norman Cherner for Plycraft armchair, known as a "Pretzel". This

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchair for Plycraft Walnut Upholstery 1960s MCM Classic
Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchair for Plycraft Walnut Upholstery 1960s MCM Classic

Norman Cherner Pretzel Armchair for Plycraft Walnut Upholstery 1960s MCM Classic

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Iconic Pretzel armchair designed by Norman Cherner and made by Plycraft, still retaining original

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Early Norman Cherner Pretzel Chair for Plycraft, USA
Early Norman Cherner Pretzel Chair for Plycraft, USA

Early Norman Cherner Pretzel Chair for Plycraft, USA

By Norman Cherner

Located in Toronto, ON

This iconic bentwood Pretzel armchair by Norman Cherner combines function with style and elegance.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

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 Plycraft, 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

Faux Leather, Wood

Identical Pair of Norman Cherner, Plycraft Pretzel Armchairs, circa 1963
Identical Pair of Norman Cherner, Plycraft Pretzel Armchairs, circa 1963

Identical Pair of Norman Cherner, Plycraft Pretzel Armchairs, circa 1963

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Iconic pair of pretzel chairs designed by Norman Cherner and made by Plycraft. These chairs are

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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 Plycraft, Norman Cherner

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

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

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

Early pair of "Pretzel" armchairs designed in 1960 by Norman Cherner and produced by Plycraft Circa

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Walnut

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

Paul Frankl Style Bamboo Pretzel Frame Armchair
Paul Frankl Style Bamboo Pretzel Frame Armchair

Paul Frankl Style Bamboo Pretzel Frame Armchair

By Paul Frankl

Located in Trenton, NJ

Step into a world of boho charm with this Paul Frankl Style Bamboo Pretzel frame Armchair, a

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Bohemian Armchairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Bentwood & Leather "Pretzel" Chair by Norman Cherner
Vintage Bentwood & Leather "Pretzel" Chair by Norman Cherner

Vintage Bentwood & Leather "Pretzel" Chair by Norman Cherner

By Norman Cherner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Mid-Century arm chair in "Pretzel" design by Norman Cherner, consisting of a lacquered

Category

Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Restored Rattan Three-Strand Full Pretzel Lounge Chair
Restored Rattan Three-Strand Full Pretzel Lounge Chair

Restored Rattan Three-Strand Full Pretzel Lounge Chair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Established in 1948, Tropical Sun Rattan specializes in restoring and servicing the pinnacle of mid-century and custom-made bespoke rattan furniture. We only purchase and sell only t...

Category

Vintage 1940s Asian Armchairs

Materials

Rattan

Attributed Paul Frankl Pretzel Chair, Original Art Deco Period
Attributed Paul Frankl Pretzel Chair, Original Art Deco Period

Attributed Paul Frankl Pretzel Chair, Original Art Deco Period

By Paul Frankl

Located in London, GB

Effortlessly chic, collectable timeless piece. Steam bent bamboo cane in ideal condition with heavy solid construction. The design - building further on his modernist vernacular and ...

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Bamboo, Cane

Pair of Mid-Century Modern "Levinger" Chairs by Goldman Chair, Pretzel Chair
Pair of Mid-Century Modern "Levinger" Chairs by Goldman Chair, Pretzel Chair

Pair of Mid-Century Modern "Levinger" Chairs by Goldman Chair, Pretzel Chair

By Paul Goldman

Located in Toledo, OH

An iconic pair of "Pretzel" chairs by Goldman Chair with leather upholstery. The story behind the

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Paul Frankl Style Six-Strand Bamboo Armchair
Paul Frankl Style Six-Strand Bamboo Armchair

Paul Frankl Style Six-Strand Bamboo Armchair

By Paul Frankl

Located in Trenton, NJ

Step into a world of boho charm with this Paul Frankl Style Bamboo Pretzel frame Armchair, a

Category

20th Century Japanese Bohemian Armchairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

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 1980s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

Vintage Moid Century Teal Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Armchairs
Vintage Moid Century Teal Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Armchairs

Vintage Moid Century Teal Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Armchairs

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Six-strand square pretzel arm rattan occasional chairs with stacked base. Both chairs have been

Category

Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Frankl Pretzel Pair of Rattan Patio Lounge Armchairs Ottoman
Mid-Century Modern Frankl Pretzel Pair of Rattan Patio Lounge Armchairs Ottoman

Mid-Century Modern Frankl Pretzel Pair of Rattan Patio Lounge Armchairs Ottoman

By Paul Frankl

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a phenomenal pair of rattan, patio lounge armchairs and matching ottoman

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Rattan

Pair of Rattan Pretzel Chairs in the Style of Paul Frankl
Pair of Rattan Pretzel Chairs in the Style of Paul Frankl

Pair of Rattan Pretzel Chairs in the Style of Paul Frankl

Located in Houston, TX

Set of two three-strand round pretzel arm rattan armchairs with custom made cushions in the style

Category

Late 20th Century Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Upholstery

Art Deco Pair of Paul Frankl Style Pretzel Club or Lounge Chairs, USA, 1940s
Art Deco Pair of Paul Frankl Style Pretzel Club or Lounge Chairs, USA, 1940s

Art Deco Pair of Paul Frankl Style Pretzel Club or Lounge Chairs, USA, 1940s

By Paul Frankl

Located in Miami, FL

Unique Vintage Art Deco Three Band Rattan Pretzel Club Lounge or Armchairs, rendered in bent rattan

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan, Reed, Wood

Pretzel Armchair by George Nelson and Associates
Pretzel Armchair by George Nelson and Associates

Pretzel Armchair by George Nelson and Associates

By George Nelson

Located in New York, NY

An iconic mid-century modern Pretzel armchair with a plywood ribbon form back that continues to

Category

Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Materials

Plywood

Rare Pretzel Armchair by George Nelson for Herman Miller, circa 1952
Rare Pretzel Armchair by George Nelson for Herman Miller, circa 1952

Rare Pretzel Armchair by George Nelson for Herman Miller, circa 1952

By George Nelson

Located in Saint Ouen, Île-de-France

A rare and early Nelson bent ply Pretzel armchair with birch seat reupholstered in ivory fabric and

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Birch

A Norman Cherner for Plycraft Bentwwood Pretzel armchair
A Norman Cherner for Plycraft Bentwwood Pretzel armchair

A Norman Cherner for Plycraft Bentwwood Pretzel armchair

By Norman Cherner

Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, Provence

Norman Cherner armchair. Labellled :designed by Bernardo, made by plycraft

Category

Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

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

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

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Belmont, MA

Norman Cherner Iconic Mid-Century Modern "Pretzel" armchair for Plycraft Co., circa 1950s

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Walnut

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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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