1930’s Pretzel Back Original Bentwood Chairs – Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1930’s GYF Pretzel Back Original Bentwood Chairs – Pair. The story of GYF is a bit sketchy but we
Vintage 1930s French Chairs
Bentwood
1930’s Pretzel Back Original Bentwood Chairs – Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1930’s GYF Pretzel Back Original Bentwood Chairs – Pair. The story of GYF is a bit sketchy but we
Bentwood
Vintage Boho Pretzel Rattan Slipper Chairs - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your space with relaxed coastal elegance with this striking pair of vintage slipper chairs
Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan
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
Plywood
$7,530Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 31 in W 34 in D 36 in
Restored Six Strand Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored pair of mid-century six-strand rattan lounge chairs features square
Rattan
$2,800 / set
H 32 in W 29.5 in D 34 in
Vintage Hollywood Regency Bent Bamboo Wicker Rattan Pretzel Lounge Chairs - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Hollywood Regency Bent Bamboo Wicker Rattan Pretzel "Hoop" Lounge Chairs - a Pair. Circa
Bamboo
$4,788Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 32 in W 36 in D 36 in
Restored pair Teal Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Lounge Chairs Style of Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Six-strand square pretzel arm rattan chairs with stacked bases in the style of Paul Frankl. Both
Rattan
$5,520Sale Price|40% Off
H 30 in W 30 in D 36 in
Rare 4-Strand like Carved Mahogany Square Pretzel Faux Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored pair of mid-century hand-carved four-strand faux rattan lounge chairs
Wood
$2,400 / set
H 31.5 in W 26 in D 21 in
Plycraft Norman Cherner "Pretzel" Bentwood Armchairs USA 1960s, a Pair, Signed
By Plycraft, Norman Cherner
Located in Miami, FL
s an original pair of 1960s Norman Cherner for Plycraft bentwood Pretzel chairs. These Iconic
Bentwood
$2,910Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 34 in W 36 in D 31 in
Restored Mid-century 3-strand 3/4 Round Pretzel Arm Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Post War three strand, 3/4 pretzel arm rattan set of two side chairs
Rattan
$6,492 / set
H 31.5 in W 17.33 in D 21.66 in
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
Wood
$12,500 / set
H 32 in W 31.5 in D 33 in
Handsome Restored Pair of Frankl Style Square Pretzel Loungers, ciraa 1940
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Expert custom upholstery service is available. A beautiful, warm pair of square pretzel rattan lounge
Bamboo
$6,000 / set
H 31 in W 25 in D 22 in
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
Wood, Walnut, Paint
$4,316Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 30 in W 28 in D 20 in
Restored Child Size Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired pair of child-size six-strand square pretzel rattan
Rattan
$4,791Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 29 in Dm 32 in
Restored Aqua Turquoise 5-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chairs , Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Five-strand square pretzel arm rattan chairs with stacked bases in the
Fabric, Rattan, Paint
Unavailable
H 29 in W 28 in D 22 in
set of 4 Lucite pretzel chairs, after Cherner (available as single or pair)
By Norman Cherner
Located in Canaan, CT
Everyone loves the Cherner chair, Plycraft made it quite famous. This I believe is a later take on
Lucite
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.
Birch, Leather
Norman Cherner Pair of Plycraft Pretzel Chairs
By Norman Cherner
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Pair of Norman Cherner for Plycraft pretzel arm chairs circa early 1960's. Newly and impeccably
Walnut
Vintage Coastal Bent Rattan Pretzel Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Capture the essence of American coastal style with this pair of vintage bent rattan pretzel lounge
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage Coastal Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic pair of vintage Coastal lounge chairs. A chic wide seat design made with a pretzel
Upholstery, Rattan
Vintage Coastal Pretzel Reed Lounge Chairs - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Relax in style with our Vintage Coastal Pretzel Reed Lounge Chairs. These charming chairs feature a
Upholstery, Reed
Restored Pair of Vintage Rattan Pretzel Lounge Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful pair of three band "Pretzel" style rattan lounge or club chairs. While the pieces are
Rattan
Pair of Bamboo Pretzel Chairs Attributed to Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in South Bend, IN
Offering a very nice pair of bamboo Pretzel chairs attributed to Paul Frankl. The chairs feature an
Bamboo
Sold
H 31.5 in W 22.5 in D 22.5 in
Pair of Norman Cherner Bentwood Pretzel Chairs in Walnut for Plycraft
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous pair of Pretzel arm chairs designed by Norman Cherner and manufactured by Plycraft
Walnut
Pair of Paul Frankl Style Double Bamboo Pretzel Lounge Chairs
By Paul Frankl
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of Paul Frankl style double bamboo Pretzel lounge chairs.
Bamboo
Restored Six Strand Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored pair of mid-century six-strand rattan lounge chairs features square
Rattan
Restored 3/4 Round Pretzel 3-Strand Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Pair of round 3/4 pretzel lounge chairs with three-strand round pretzel arms and arched frame base
Rattan
Restored Child Size 4-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare pair of child-size four-strand square pretzel rattan lounge chairs featuring 4 pole square
Rattan
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
Rattan
Restored Art deco Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge chairs, 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
Steel
Sold
H 30 in W 28 in D 20 in
Restored Child Size Reverse Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare child-size reverse five-strand square pretzel rattan lounge chair featuring reversed square
Rattan
Sold
H 30 in W 28 in D 20 in
Restored Child Size Reverse Five-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare child-size reverse five-strand square pretzel rattan lounge chair featuring reversed square
Rattan
Sold
H 30 in W 28 in D 33 in
Restored Pair of Rattan Pretzel Lounge Chairs in the Style of Paul Frankl
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous pair of three band " Pretzel " rattan lounge or club chairs. While unmarked, the pieces
Rattan
Sold
H 33 in W 29 in L 33 in
Pair of Rattan 1940s Paul Frankl Style Pretzel Chairs with Ottoman from Japan
By Paul Frankl
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of Great Paul Frankl style four -strand chairs and ottoman with original very heavy springed
Cane, Rattan, Reed
Sold
H 32 in W 36 in D 36 in
Restored pair Teal Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Lounge Chairs in Style of Frank
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Six-strand square pretzel arm rattan chairs with stacked bases in the style of Paul Frankl. Both
Rattan
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
Steel
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
Steel
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
Rattan
Three Strand Pretzel Chairs, a Pair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Wichita, KS
Beautiful restored Paul Frankl style reverse three strand pretzel chairs. these chairs are painted
Rattan
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
Wood, Leather
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
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
Rattan, Wicker
Restored Child Size Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare child-size six-strand square pretzel rattan lounge chair featuring reversed square pretzel
Rattan
Sold
H 30 in W 31 in D 35 in
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
Rattan
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
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
Rattan, Upholstery
Pair of Six-Strand Pretzel Lounge Chairs by Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl, Kosuga
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fabulous pair of pretzel lounge chairs by Kosuga for Paul Frankl made in Tokyo, Japan. Featuring
Fabric, Rattan
Restored Six Strand Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored pair of mid-century six-strand rattan lounge chairs features square
Rattan
Restored Six Strand Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored pair of mid-century six-strand rattan lounge chairs features square
Rattan
Pair of Six-Strand Pretzel Lounge Chairs Attributed to Paul Frankl
Located in Houston, TX
This fabulous pair of Pretzel lounge chairs are attributed to Paul Frankl. Each chair has six
Rattan
Pair of Bamboo Art Deco Pretzel Lounge Chairs Attributed to Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair of bamboo Art Deco Pretzel lounge chairs attributed to Paul Frankl, Classic 1940s, 1950s
Fabric, Bamboo
Sold
H 29 in W 37 in D 30 in
Restored 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel Rattan Adjustable Reclining Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
chair with three-strand round pretzel arms and an "Arched" base. The chair features a 3-position
Fabric, Rattan
Handsome Restored Pair of Pretzel Loungers, circa 1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
of adjustable back Pretzel lounge or club chairs, circa 1950. Expertly crafted three-band rattan and
Rattan, Hardwood
Sold
H 32 in W 36 in D 36 in
Restored pair Teal Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Lounge Chairs in Style of Frank
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Six-strand square pretzel arm rattan chairs with stacked bases in the style of Paul Frankl. Both
Rattan
Sold
H 29.5 in W 31 in D 38 in
Outstanding Pair of Restored Vintage Pretzel Loungers with Adjustable Back
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful pair of four band "pretzel" style rattan lounge or club chairs. These particular
Rattan, Raffia
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
Faux Leather, Wood
Stellar Restored Pair of Rattan Pretzel and Cane Loungers, circa 1940
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the
Rattan, Cane
Sold
H 30 in W 27.75 in D 32 in
Stellar Restored Pair of Rattan and Cane Round Pretzel Loungers, circa 1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite pair of rattan round Pretzel lounge chairs, circa 1950. Stout, sturdy and expertly
Cane, Rattan
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
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 31 in W 27 in D 22.5 in
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
Leather
Pair of George Nelson Pretzel Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Rare pretzel chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller.
Walnut
Pair of Norman Cherner for Plycraft Pretzel Chairs
By Plycraft, Norman Cherner
Located in Asheville, NC
Pair of “pretzel” walnut chairs designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft. One armless and one
Walnut
Beautiful Pair of Frankl Style "Pretzel" Lounge/Club Chairs- 4 Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Gorgeous pair of four (4) band rattan "Pretzel" lounge/club chairs. The chairs have been
Bamboo
“Pretzel” Set by Paul Frankl from the USA, 1950
By Paul Frankl
Located in Wilnis, UT
A captivating set from the 1950s, this pair of “Pretzel” chairs with an accompanying ottoman by
Fabric, Rattan
Pair of Vintage Cherner Pretzel Chairs
By Norman Cherner
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is a pair of Mid-Century Modern "pretzel" chairs designed by Norman Cherner in the 1950's and
Walnut
Pair of Norman Cherner Style Pretzel Chairs
By Norman Cherner
Located in New London, CT
Most likely originally made by Plycraft, these newly refinished chairs were at sometime over the
Stainless Steel
"Square Pretzel" Sofa and Pair of Chairs
Located in Hudson, NY
Sectional sofa and two matching chairs, probably designed by Paul Frankl. This set is circa 1950
Paul Frankl Style Pretzel Chairs, a Pair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Pair of 3-strand rattan "Pretzel" chairs in the manner of Paul Frankl feature solid black
Upholstery, Rattan
Rattan Bentwood Pretzel Style Club Chairs, a Pair
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Pair of vintage rattan club chairs similar to the iconic pretzel style made popular by Paul Frankl
Rattan
Pair of Paul Frankl Style Rattan Pretzel Lounge Chairs
By Paul Frankl
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of Paul Frankl Style Rattan Pretzel Chairs, circa 1940s. Three-Piece settee, side tables and
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
1950s Rattan Pretzel Style Curved 2 Strand Arm Chairs, Pair
Located in Amherst, NH
Vintage 1950s pair of rattan pretzel style two strand lounge chair frames. The chairs have a true
Rattan
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