How is the Eames LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) made?

The Eames LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) is made with plywood and designed to mold to the human body and provide the utmost comfort. The chair is not upholstered because it’s already comfortable. Rubber shock mounts are glued to the chair to create a seamless look without the use of bolts and screws. Shop a selection of Eames LCW chairs on 1stDibs.

Wood Pretzel Chair

Pretzel Cane

Cherner Chair Pair

Norman Cherner Pretzel

Bentwood Mid Century Wood

Hollywood Regency French Chairs

Set Of 6 Regency Dining Chairs

Plycraft Pretzel

Plycraft Bentwood Chair

Mid-Century Vintage Pretzel Chair by Norman Cherner

$1,400

Mid-Century Vintage Pretzel Chair by Norman Cherner

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Don't miss out on an incredible mid-century modern icon with Norman Cherner's masterpiece, the legendary "Pretzel" chair made for Plycraft Furniture of Lawrence, Massachusetts. This ...

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

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Bentwood, Plywood

Mid-Century Vintage Pretzel Chair by Norman Cherner

$1,600

Mid-Century Vintage Pretzel Chair by Norman Cherner

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Don't miss out on an incredible mid-century modern icon with Norman Cherner's masterpiece, the legendary "Pretzel" chair made for Plycraft Furniture of Lawrence, Massachusetts. This ...

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

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Bentwood, Plywood

Norman Cherner for Plycraft "Pretzel" Mid-Century Bentwood Armchairs

$2,600 / set

Norman Cherner for Plycraft "Pretzel" Mid-Century Bentwood Armchairs

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Iconic and sculptural, these set of (4) Norman Cherner for Plycraft “Pretzel” Armchairs are celebrated masterpieces of Mid-Century Modern design. Originally created in the late 1950s...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

French Provincial Hollywood Regency Pretzel Cane Back Dining Chair - Set of 8

$2,500 / set

French Provincial Hollywood Regency Pretzel Cane Back Dining Chair - Set of 8

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage French Provincial Hollywood Regency Cane Back Pretzel Twist Dining Chairs - Set of 8. Listing includes (2) Armchairs, (6) side chairs, cane back panels, vinyl upholstered sea...

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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Rare 4-Strand like Carved Mahogany Square Pretzel Faux Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair

$6,440Sale Price|30% Off

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. Each features the square pretzel arms and a classic stacked base. Each chair blends s...

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5890 Mid Century Pretzel Dining Chair

$4,595

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5890 Mid Century Pretzel Dining Chair

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Franklin Park, IL

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5890 Mid Century Pretzel Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 19.75 wide x 19 deep x 30 high, with a seat height of 18.5 inche...

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

Materials

Wood

French Provincial Rococo Pretzel Back Hollywood Regency Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$3,600 / set

French Provincial Rococo Pretzel Back Hollywood Regency Dining Chairs - Set of 6

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage French Provincial Rococo Style Pretzel Back Hollywood Regency Dining Chairs - Set of 6. Item features interlocking ribbon / pretzel form scallop backs and skirts as well as s...

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Early 20th Century Unknown French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of Norman Cherner Pretzel Dining Chairs, Made by Plycraft, USA, 1960s

$10,805 / set

Set of Norman Cherner Pretzel Dining Chairs, Made by Plycraft, USA, 1960s

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A set of four original Norman Cherner pretzel dining chairs, made by Plycraft, USA, in the 1960s. Bentwood frames. Priced for the set. In very good original vintage condition. Ships ...

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

Materials

Wood

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5890 Pretzel Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$20,795 / set

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5890 Pretzel Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Franklin Park, IL

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5890 Mid Century Pretzel Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 19.75 wide x 19 deep x 30 high, with a seat height of 18.5 inche...

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

Materials

Wood

Vintage French Hollywood Regency Cane Pretzel Back Cream Dining Chair - Set of 6

$1,800 / set

Vintage French Hollywood Regency Cane Pretzel Back Cream Dining Chair - Set of 6

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage French Hollywood Regency Cane Pretzel Back Cream Dining Chairs - Set of 6. Item features (6) side chairs, cane backs, solid wood frame, nicely carved details, cabriole, great...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

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

$3,241

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 vintage condition. Fast shipping worldwide.

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

Materials

Wood

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

$6,483 / set

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. Bentwood frames. With makers label on one chair. Good vintage condition. Fast shippin...

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

Materials

Wood

Vintage Henredon Burl Armchair Dining Desk Chair

$320Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Henredon Burl Armchair Dining Desk Chair

By Henredon

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Offering one of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Vintage Henredon burl wood pretzel back armchair dining desk chair Approximate measurements in inches ...

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Vintage 1980s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Burl

Plycraft Pretzel Padded Arm Chair by Paul Goldman (A)

$1,400 / item

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. Called the Pretzel chair because of its unique sweeping arms and leg configuration it'...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

$1,950

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

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This striking Mid-Century Modern armchair, designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft, is a true testament to the elegance of molded plywood. Featuring a sculptural silhouette, the chai...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Bentwood

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

$25,710 / set

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

By ICF De Padova, George Nelson

Located in Berlin, DE

A rare set of six ''Pretzel'' armchairs with leather cushions, made from laminated wood by ICF De Padova in Italy between 1984 and 1986. Originally designed for Herman Miller, George...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

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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

Materials

Wood

Set of Ten Venetian Style Painted Wood Chairs with Intertwined Pretzel Backs

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H 34.5 in W 22.25 in D 20.5 in

Set of Ten Venetian Style Painted Wood Chairs with Intertwined Pretzel Backs

Located in Atlanta, GA

A set of ten American made Italian Venetian style painted wood chairs. This Mid-Century set of chairs consisting of two arm chairs and eight side chairs feature a triple intertwined ...

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Mid-20th Century American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Vintage Tropitan Paul Frankl Style Bamboo Rattan Pretzel Club Lounge Chair

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H 28 in W 30 in D 38 in

Vintage Tropitan Paul Frankl Style Bamboo Rattan Pretzel Club Lounge Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Tropitan Paul Frankl Style Bamboo Rattan "Pretzel" Club Lounge Chair. Item features bentwood pretzel frame, two loose cushions, sleek sculptural form, very nice vintage item,...

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

Materials

Bamboo, Wood

Norman Cherner Pretzel Dining Chairs, Made by Plycraft, USA, 1960s

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H 31.5 in W 26.78 in

Norman Cherner Pretzel Dining Chairs, Made by Plycraft, USA, 1960s

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A stunning pair of original Norman Cherner Pretzel chairs, made by Playcraft USA in the 1960s.

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

Materials

Wood

Norman Cherner Beech Wood Dining Chairs, 8

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H 31.5 in W 26.75 in D 18.5 in

Norman Cherner Beech Wood Dining Chairs, 8

Located in Astoria, NY

Norman Cherner (American, 1920-1987), Set of Eight Beech Wood Dining Chairs, including two pretzel arm chairs, all labeled "The Cherner Chair Company" to underside.

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20th Century Chairs

Materials

Wood

Norman Cherner for Plycraft Mid Century Pretzel Dining Chairs, Set of 6

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H 31 in W 17 in D 21.5 in

Norman Cherner for Plycraft Mid Century Pretzel Dining Chairs, Set of 6

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Norman Cherner for Plycraft mid century Pretzel dining chairs - Set of 6 Each chair measures: 17 wide x 21.5 deep x 31 high, with a seat height of 17.5 inches and arm height of 26...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Norman Cherner for Plycraft Mid Century Pretzel Dining Chairs, Set of 6

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H 31 in W 17 in

Norman Cherner for Plycraft Mid Century Pretzel Dining Chairs, Set of 6

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Norman Cherner for Plycraft Mid Century Pretzel Dining Chairs - Set of 6 The armchairs measure: 17 wide x 21.5 deep x 31 high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height/chair clea...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

1950s Set of Six Vintage French Provincial Pretzel Ribbon Back Dining Chairs

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H 36.75 in W 22.5 in D 22 in

1950s Set of Six Vintage French Provincial Pretzel Ribbon Back Dining Chairs

Located in Dallas, TX

Six elegant French Provincial style dining chairs, circa 1950s. Solid wood chairs, have a scalloped rail formed by three interlocking ovals on the back, generous padded seats upholst...

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Vintage 1950s American French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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 are quite rare. Featuring elegant lines and fine detailing, the design is incredib...

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Vintage 1950s American Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

Pair Italian Empire Style "Pretzel" Arm Chairs

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H 28 in W 25 in D 21 in

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 sinuous arms that intertwine to form the back. Frames are finished in a cream lacq...

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Vintage 1940s American Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

Vintage 5-Piece Rattan Bamboo Pretzel Sunroom Tiki Living Room Sofa Chair Set

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H 32 in W 74 in

Vintage 5-Piece Rattan Bamboo Pretzel Sunroom Tiki Living Room Sofa Chair Set

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage 5-piece rattan bamboo pretzel sunroom Tiki living room sofa chair set. Listing includes a reclining chair with ottoman, pair of end tables with laminate tops, 3-seat sofa, ve...

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Mid-20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Living Room Sets

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 Norman Cherner Pretzel Dining Chairs

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H 30 in W 25 in D 23 in

Set of 4 Norman Cherner Pretzel Dining Chairs

By Norman Cherner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Original Norman Cherner pretzel dining chairs, made by Plycraft, USA in the 1960s. Bentwood frame with a dark black/ brown vinyl seat and back. Priced per chair, 4 available. On d...

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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Norman Cherner Pretzel Dining Chairs, Made by Plycraft, USA, 1960s

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H 30.71 in W 26.38 in D 23.63 in

Norman Cherner Pretzel Dining Chairs, Made by 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. Bentwood frames. In great original condition. Priced per chair. Great vintage condition -...

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

Materials

Wood

Norman Cherner Pretzel Dining Chair, Made by Plycraft, USA, 1960s

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H 30.71 in W 26.38 in D 23.63 in

Norman Cherner Pretzel Dining Chair, Made by Plycraft, USA, 1960s

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

An original Norman Cherner pretzel dining chair, made by Plycraft, USA in the 1960s. Bentwood frame. Great vintage condition, minor signs of use and wear.

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

Materials

Wood

Norman Cherner Pretzel Dining Side Arm Chair Made by Plycraft 1960's

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H 31.5 in W 26.5 in D 21 in

Norman Cherner Pretzel Dining Side Arm Chair Made by Plycraft 1960's

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Wayne, NJ

Norman Cherner pretzel dining chair, made by Plycraft in the 1960's. If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contact us with your delivery zipcode, as we may...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

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

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H 30 in W 31 in D 36 in

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 frame, recently reupholstered in a Moroccan print high end woven fabric with a jut...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan, Reed, Wood

Set of Four Norman Cherner Pretzel Dining Chairs, Made by Plycraft, USA, 1960s

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H 31.5 in W 17.33 in D 21.66 in

Set of Four Norman Cherner Pretzel Dining Chairs, Made by Plycraft, USA, 1960s

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A set of four original Norman Cherner pretzel dining chairs, made by Plycraft, USA in the 1960s. Bentwood frames, original vinyl seats. In great original condition. Plycraft labels t...

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

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Wood

Set of 8 Louis XV Style Dining Chairs, Parcel-Gilt and Paint Pretzel Heart Backs

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H 35.5 in W 20 in D 18 in

Set of 8 Louis XV Style Dining Chairs, Parcel-Gilt and Paint Pretzel Heart Backs

By Maison Jansen

Located in Stamford, CT

Set of eight Louis XV style dining chairs. A spectacular parcel-gilt and paint decorated pretzel heart back set of solid dining chairs direct from a Rowayton CT home. This fine set o...

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Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

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

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H 31.5 in W 17.33 in D 21.66 in

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. Bentwood frames. Newly upholstered in ivory vinyl. With makers label on one chair. Good v...

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

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Cane Pretzel Wood and Bamboo Patio Lounge Chair Hidden Adjustable Ottoman

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H 37 in W 14 in D 69 in

Cane Pretzel Wood and Bamboo Patio Lounge Chair Hidden Adjustable Ottoman

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Cane or Rattan pretzel bentwood lounge chair. This piece features high bentwood arms that remind of a pretzel.

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Vintage 1920s American Chinoiserie Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal

WONDERFUL SET OF FAUX BAMBOO PRETZEL BACK DINING CHAIRS

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H 36.5 in W 24 in D 20.5 in

WONDERFUL SET OF FAUX BAMBOO PRETZEL BACK DINING CHAIRS

Located in Miami, FL

Set of wonderful 1940's faux bamboo pretzel back dining chairs.Nice wide seats.Extremely comfortable chairs.Chairs would look fabulous if ebonized or white washed.Very elegant!

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Vintage 1940s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Pair of Norman Cherner Style Pretzel Chairs

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H 30.5 in W 26.5 in D 20 in

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 years switched from wooden legs to metal bases. Original leather is in good condition.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Original George Nelson Pretzel Chair, Leather

$2,800

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 in the 1984/1986 in Italy by ICF De Padova. Price is for one chair. Pair available.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Plywood

Norman Cherner Pretzel Chairs for Plycraft - Set of Four

$4,000 / set

H 30.5 in W 25.5 in D 24 in

Norman Cherner Pretzel Chairs for Plycraft - Set of Four

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Miami, FL

Set of four early edition Cherner Pretzel chairs originally designed to by Norman Cherner for Plycraft. The lightweight molded plywood is ebonized and the seats and backs are a crea...

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

Materials

Faux Leather, Plywood

Norman Cherner for Plycraft Sculptural Pair of Armchairs Mid Century Modern

$2,800 / set

H 31 in W 25 in D 18 in

Norman Cherner for Plycraft Sculptural Pair of Armchairs Mid Century Modern

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Atlanta, GA

Sculptural pair of armchairs, designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft, American, circa 1960s. These chairs are currently being refinished and will look amazing when completed.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Bentwood

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Dining Chairs Noman Cherner for Plycraft

$3,995 / set

H 31 in W 17 in D 20.5 in

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Dining Chairs Noman Cherner for Plycraft

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Spectacular design, iconic, from the fifties by Norman Cherner for Plycraft Created from walnut plys, bent, steam molded with slightly flexing backs for comfort Chairs have been ref...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Walnut

Professionally Restored Norman Cherner Plycraft Pretzel Walnut & Black Armchairs

$2,500 / set

H 31.5 in W 24 in D 21 in

Professionally Restored Norman Cherner Plycraft Pretzel Walnut & Black Armchairs

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A pioneer both in molded plywood and prefab housing, Norman Cherner studied and taught at the Columbia University Fine Arts Department and was an instructor at the Museum of Modern A...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut, Plywood, Faux Leather

Early & Rare Chair designed by John Pyle for George Nelson American Mid Century

$3,750

H 29 in W 19 in D 17 in

Early & Rare Chair designed by John Pyle for George Nelson American Mid Century

By George Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

Wonderful sculptural side chair. Pretzel designed in 1950s by John Pyle for George Nelson, amazing original finish and patina. Iconic and very rare chair only a few were made, hard t...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Norman Cherner Molded Plywood Armchair Pretzel for Plycraft Mid-Century

$1,750

H 31.5 in W 26 in D 21.5 in

Norman Cherner Molded Plywood Armchair Pretzel for Plycraft Mid-Century

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, an iconic Norman Cherner Molded Plywood Armchair, widely known as the "Pretzel" chair. Designed by Norman Cherner in 1958. Originally manufactured by Plycraft...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Plywood

Set of Four Original Mid-Century Chairs, by Antonín Šuman, Walnut, Czech, 1950s

$1,314 / set

H 31.11 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in

Set of Four Original Mid-Century Chairs, by Antonín Šuman, Walnut, Czech, 1950s

By Antonín Šuman

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

This set of four Mid-Century Modern chairs, designed by renowned architect Antonín Šuman, dates back to the mid-20th century. The high-quality walnut wood construction showcases eleg...

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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer, Walnut

Norman Cherner Plycraft Set of 6 Sculptural Dining Chairs Mid Century Modern

$5,800 / set

H 31 in W 16.5 in D 20 in

Norman Cherner Plycraft Set of 6 Sculptural Dining Chairs Mid Century Modern

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic Modernist Design.. Norman Cherner for Plycraft ..Set of 6 Sculptural Dining Chairs .. original finish.patina.. Very nice original condition,, few bumps and bruises, age appr...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Bentwood, Plywood

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

$1,950

H 31 in W 26 in D 22 in

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

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iconic Mid-Century Modern "Pretzel" Arm Chair designed by Norman Cherner for Plycraft Co. circa 1950s. Originally designed to make Modern design accessible to the masses, this incred...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Birch, Walnut, Bentwood

Set of Twelve Viennese Biedermeier Style Burlwood Dining Chairs

$18,000 / set

H 35.5 in W 19.25 in D 19.25 in

Set of Twelve Viennese Biedermeier Style Burlwood Dining Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

A beautifully crafted set of twelve opulent maple burlwood veneer dining chairs made in the Viennese Biedermeier taste. The large set consists of ten side chairs and two host armchai...

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20th Century German Biedermeier Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Maple

Set of 6 French 80s provincial Cane Dining Chairs-Cherry Wood- Style Louis XV

$1,081Sale Price / set|44% Off

H 35.44 in W 18.9 in D 20.08 in

Set of 6 French 80s provincial Cane Dining Chairs-Cherry Wood- Style Louis XV

Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine

Elegant Set of 6 Vintage Cane Dining Chairs - Style Louis XV from the 60s Solid wood Chairs - Traditional French Design-good Workmanship - beautifully curved Legs- an aesthetic chair...

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Vintage 1960s French Louis XV Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Early Original Normal Cherner Side Chair for Plycraft

$999

H 32 in W 17 in D 20.5 in

Early Original Normal Cherner Side Chair for Plycraft

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Classic Norman Cherner side chair in original condition. Beautiful patina complements the striking shape. Introduced in the 1950s to compete with the molded plywood Eames chairs, thi...

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

Materials

Walnut

Henredon French Provincial Cane Back Dining Chairs, Set of 6

$2,236Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 39 in W 20 in D 23 in

Henredon French Provincial Cane Back Dining Chairs, Set of 6

By Henredon

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Offering one of our recent Palm Beach Estate fine furniture acquisitions of a set of 6 vintage henredon French Provincial cane back dining chairs Set includes 2 arm and 4 side chairs...

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Mid-20th Century French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Norman Cherner Armchair

$1,599 / item

H 31.5 in W 26.5 in D 21.5 in

Norman Cherner Armchair

By The Cherner Chair Company, Norman Cherner

Located in Berkeley, CA

Originally introduced in 1958, the iconic molded plywood armchair by Norman Cherner is found in collections worldwide. Reissued in exacting detail from the original drawings and mold...

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21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of 8 MINTON SPIDELL Country French Dining Chairs

$3,895 / set

H 41 in W 24 in D 23 in

Set of 8 MINTON SPIDELL Country French Dining Chairs

Located in Perkasie, PA

Set of 8 MINTON SPIDELL Country French Dining Chairs – Item L73271 This beautiful set of eight Country French dining chairs by Minton Spidell brings warmth, character, and refined t...

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1990s French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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Set of Six Louis XVI Style Square Back Painted Dining Chairs

$5,800 / set

H 34.5 in W 19 in D 19 in

Set of Six Louis XVI Style Square Back Painted Dining Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Exquisite set of six French square back dining chairs crafted in the neoclassical Louis XVI taste. The carved frames feature a distinctive square back and seat with a Gustavian style...

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20th Century French Louis XVI Dining Room Chairs

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Fabric, Beech

Set of 8 Fine French Art Deco Cherry Dining Chairs

$3,200 / set

H 33.47 in W 18.51 in D 21.86 in

Set of 8 Fine French Art Deco Cherry Dining Chairs

Located in Long Island City, NY

A set of height fine French Art Deco cherry dining/side chairs.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

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Cherry

Norman Cherner for Plycraft Bentwood Swivel Chair with Cream Upholstery

$925

H 30.5 in W 17 in D 22 in

Norman Cherner for Plycraft Bentwood Swivel Chair with Cream Upholstery

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Chicago, IL

Attention Collectors! This architecturally captivating swivel chair designed by the acclaimed Norman Cherner is ideal for those searching for authentic Plycraft pieces from the early...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Set of 8 French Art Nouveau dining chairs with leather seats, late 19th c.

$2,648Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 38.5 in W 16.5 in D 16 in

Set of 8 French Art Nouveau dining chairs with leather seats, late 19th c.

Located in View Park, CA

A set of eight highly-carved Art Nouveau dining chairs, France late 19th century or early 20th. Featuring chocolate-brown leather seats with brass tacking. Carved backs, legs, feet. ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

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

$1,600Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 31.5 in W 26.5 in D 21.5 in

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

By Norman Cherner

Located in Centreville, VA

Found in design collections across the world, the Cherner chair was originally made of walnut faced moulded plywood, using similar techniques to those that Charles and Ray Eames were...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

4 Mid-Century Vintage Norman Cherner Chairs by Plycraft

$5,000 / set

H 31.5 in W 26.5 in D 21 in

4 Mid-Century Vintage Norman Cherner Chairs by Plycraft

By Norman Cherner, Plycraft

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Don't miss out on an incredible set of genuine mid-century modern icons with Norman Cherner's masterwork of design, featuring two legendary "Pretzel" armchairs and a matching pair of...

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

Materials

Plywood, Upholstery, Naugahyde, Wood, Bentwood

Dennis And Leen Style Carved Faux Bois / Palm Frond Dining Side Chairs - $/8

$3,495 / set

H 38.5 in W 19.5 in D 21 in

Dennis And Leen Style Carved Faux Bois / Palm Frond Dining Side Chairs - $/8

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a set of eight faux bois dining chairs arriving just in time for spring entertaining. They have Dennis & Leen styling with their unique frames. Eight side chairs work won...

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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1950s Side Chair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft in Walnut Plywood

$1,200

H 31.5 in W 18.5 in D 21.5 in

1950s Side Chair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft in Walnut Plywood

By Plycraft, Norman Cherner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Walnut Bent Plywood Side Chair, designed by Norman Cherner in 1958. This example dates to the 1950s and was produced by Plycraft in the USA. The walnut veneer has developed...

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Vintage 1950s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage French Country Gustavian Cerused Pink Rose Dining Chairs - Set of 8

$3,600 / set

H 37 in W 23.5 in D 21 in

Vintage French Country Gustavian Cerused Pink Rose Dining Chairs - Set of 8

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage French Country Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Rose Carved Dining Chairs - Set of 8. Item features solid wood frames, pink rose ands floral leaf carvings, stretcher bases, pi...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Other Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

A Vintage Norman Cherner Plycraft Arm Chair And Three Side Chairs ca' 1950's

$3,800 / set

H 31.75 in W 26.5 in D 22.5 in

A Vintage Norman Cherner Plycraft Arm Chair And Three Side Chairs ca' 1950's

By Norman Cherner

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A vintage 1st edition Norman Cherner chair with arms and three chairs without arms. Walnut with nice/rich patina. Two chairs signed with labels. Original ca' 1950's.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Maple, Walnut

A Pair Of Vintage Norman Cherner Plycraft Armchairs ca' 1950's

$3,500 / set

H 31.75 in W 26.5 in D 22.5 in

A Pair Of Vintage Norman Cherner Plycraft Armchairs ca' 1950's

By Norman Cherner

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A pair of classic, vintage 1 st edition Cherner chairs with arms. Walnut with nice patina. Both chairs signed with labels-designed by Norman Cherner/Plycraft.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Vintage Faux Bois Branch Cane Back Rush Seat Wooden Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$2,800 / set

H 39 in W 24 in D 25 in

Vintage Faux Bois Branch Cane Back Rush Seat Wooden Dining Chairs - Set of 6

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Faux Bois Branch Cane Back Rush Seat Wooden Dining Chairs - Set of 6. Listing includes two armchairs, four side chairs, heavy solid wood construction, nicely carved details, ...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Faux Bois French Louis Style Dining Chairs with Cane Back- Set of 8

$4,600 / item

H 39 in W 24 in D 25 in

Faux Bois French Louis Style Dining Chairs with Cane Back- Set of 8

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Faux Bois Dining Chairs with Cane Backs in the French Style. Very rare to have a large set of 8 in great condition. Seats in nice condition or recover with your favorite fa...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Bentwood Chairs in the Style of Norman Cherner

$1,100 / set

H 30.5 in W 17.5 in D 17.5 in

Mid-Century Bentwood Chairs in the Style of Norman Cherner

By Norman Cherner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This pair of mid century chairs in the style of Norman Cherner feature a bentwood design, original vinyl upholstered seat backs, and black painted tapered legs which offer a modern a...

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

Materials

Bentwood

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Wood Pretzel Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the wood pretzel chair you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, fabric and animal skin, every wood pretzel chair was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect wood pretzel chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each wood pretzel chair bearing Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency or Louis XV hallmarks is very popular. Norman Cherner and Plycraft each produced at least one beautiful wood pretzel chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Wood Pretzel Chair?

Prices for a wood pretzel chair start at $1 and top out at $12,741 with the average selling for $2,800.

Finding the Right Seating for You

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.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

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.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

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.

Questions About Wood Pretzel Chair

How is the Eames LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) made?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The Eames LCW (Lounge Chair Wood) is made with plywood and designed to mold to the human body and provide the utmost comfort. The chair is not upholstered because it’s already comfortable. Rubber shock mounts are glued to the chair to create a seamless look without the use of bolts and screws. Shop a selection of Eames LCW chairs on 1stDibs.

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