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Set of Two '2' Mid-Century Modern Pretzel Chairs in Oak and Original Tweed, USA
Located in Deland, FL
This set of playfully-shaped pretzel chairs is unlike any other we've ever seen. Constructed of
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Oak
H 34.5 in W 22 in D 25 in
Set of Four (4) Pretzel Chairs in Oak and Original Tweed Fabric, USA, c. 1960's
Located in Deland, FL
This set of playfully-shaped pretzel chairs is unlike any other we've ever seen. Constructed of
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Oak
H 34.5 in W 22 in D 25 in
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
1950s American Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Set of Two (2) Designer Lucite Decorative Pretzel Armchairs After Norman Cherner
By Norman Cherner
Located in Deland, FL
As elegant as they are rare this exquisite set of custom-made pretzel chairs is unlike anything
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Lucite
H 31 in W 31 in D 24 in
Mid-Century Paul Frankl Rattan Chaise Pretzel Arms Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By Paul Frankl
Located in Bay City, MI
This five-strand rattan lounge chair features stylized pretzel arms with a matching fitted ottoman
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Boho Chic Three Strand Rattan Pretzel Sofa and Chair After Frankl -2 Pieces
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Wonderful vintage bohemian rattan pretzel chair and love seat. Each display an excellent three
Category
1960s Bohemian Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Set of 4 Norman Cherner Directional Side Chairs Plycraft
By Norman Cherner, Directional, Plycraft
Located in Fraser, MI
out to form Plycraft to fulfill the contract for the Herman Miller Pretzel Chair. After prototypes
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1960s Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Chrome
Set of Four George Nelson ''Pretzel'' Armchair Made by ICF, Italy, 1984-1986
By ICF De Padova, George Nelson
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
«Pretzel-chair».''
All the armchairs are in very good original condition retaining their original
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Fabric, Ash
H 30.32 in W 22.84 in D 19.3 in
Restored 10 Strand Square Pretzel Lounge Chair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The 10-stranded square pretzel rattan chair by Paul Frankl exudes elegance and craftsmanship. This
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1950s Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson
By George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson, c 1952,,, gREAT EXAMPLE, Iconic Design
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Plywood
Paul Frankl-Style Rattan Bamboo Pretzel Lounge Chair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage, mid-century modern bamboo "pretzel" lounge chair in the style of Paul Frankl. The chair
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo
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
1980s Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Restored Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Chaise Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Designed in the manner of Paul Frankl, this six-strand, rattan chaise longue chair features square
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Restored Five-Strand Round Full Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare five-strand round full pretzel arm rattan lounge chair with fancy wicker wrappings.
1950
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Restored Full Round Pretzel Lounge Chair with Arched Base
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This round full pretzel three-seat sofa sectional with three-strand round pretzel arms and arched
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Pair Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chairs Style of Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl
Located in New York, NY
Pair of square pretzel rattan lounge chairs in the style of Paul Frankl. The chairs have a stacked
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Restored 3/4 4-Strand Round Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This round 3/4 pretzel arm rattan lounge chair and three-strand round pretzel arms and "Arched
Category
1950s American Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Restored Mid Century 5-Strand Reverse Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Four-strand 3/4 reverse pretzel rattan sofa and five-strand lounge chair set both feature a
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1950s North American Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Restored Reverse Pretzel Three Strand Lounge Chair and Matching Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This immaculately restored three-strand rattan lounge chair and matching ottoman showcase the
Category
1950s Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Restored "Triple Triangle" Open Air Pretzel Single Arm Lounge Chair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare "Triple Triangle" arm rattan lounge chair featuring arch looped base and the unique open-air
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Restored Rattan Four Strand Square Pretzel Chaise Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Pretzel Chaise Lounge Chair, complete with a matching ottoman. This iconic design exudes timeless elegance
Category
1950s Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Fabric, 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
Category
1950s American Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Paul Frankl Pretzel Six Strand Club Chairs with Ottomans, Set of 4
By Paul Frankl
Located in Miami, FL
Paul Frankl Pretzel Six Strand Club Chairs with Ottomans, Set of 4
Offered for sale are 2 pairs of
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Foam
Restored Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair, Set of 4
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of 4 six-strand rattan lounge chairs designed in the manner of Paul Frank features square
Category
1950s American Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Restored 6-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair w/ Martinique Palm Cushions
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Designed in the manner of Paul Frankl this six-strand rattan lounge chair features square pretzel
Category
1950s American Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
H 29 in W 34 in D 36 in
Restored 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel Rattan Reclining Lounge Chair w/ Adjustable Back
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid Century 3/4 round pretzel arm rattan lounge chair with three-strand round pretzel arms and an
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1950s Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
H 34 in W 27 in D 38 in
6 Pretzel Ribbon Back Hollywood Regency French Provincial Rococo Dining Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Quality set of six vintage Hollywood Regency solid wood ribbon back dining chairs. The set features
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1950s American Hollywood Regency Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 37 in W 20 in D 19 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
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan, Reed, Wood
French Provincial Hollywood Regency Cane Back Pretzel Twist Dining Chair, Set 8
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French provincial Hollywood Regency cane back pretzel twist dining chair - set of 8. Item
Category
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Wood
H 41.5 in W 25.25 in D 27 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 chairs, made by Plycraft in the 1960's.
If you are in the New Jersey
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Wood
Set of Norman Cherner Pretzel Dining Chairs, Made by Plycraft, USA, 1960s
By Plycraft, Norman Cherner
Located in London, GB
A set of four original Norman Cherner pretzel dining chairs, made by Plycraft, USA, in the 1960s
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Wood
H 30.71 in W 26.38 in D 23.63 in
Superb Early Midcentury Chest of Drawers in Birchwood
By Paul Goldman, Plycraft
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Cherner Pretzel chair as well as designing for Herman Miller.
This significant chest is functional as
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Birch
Set of 6 Vintage French Hollywood Regency Style Cane Pretzel Back Dining Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of 6 vintage French Hollywood Regency style cane pretzel back dining chairs. Listing includes
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Mid-20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Cane, Wood
H 46 in W 21 in D 23.5 in
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
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Restored Modernist 3-Strand Round Full Pretzel Rattan Settee
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored mid-century era round full pretzel two-seat settee Loveseat with a three-strand round
Category
1950s American Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Mid 20th MCM Mr. Chair Lounge Chair & Ottoman by George Mulhauser for Plycraft
By George Mulhauser, Plycraft
Located in Topeka, KS
Herman Miller to manufacture the George Nelson Office's Pretzel Chair attributed to John Pile in walnut
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Metal
H 37.5 in W 32.5 in D 28 in
Restored 6-Stand Square Pretzel Rattan Chaise Lounge w/ Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Mid-Century Paul Frankl style six-strand square pretzel rattan chaise lounge featuring a
Category
1950s American Art Deco Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Restored Teal 3/4 Pretzel Rattan 4-Seater Sectional Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare teal Three-strand 3/4 pretzel arm 4-seat rattan section sofa features a decorative arch along
Category
1950s American Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Midcentury Adjustable Lounge Chair by Paul Frankl 1950 '
By Paul Frankl
Located in Rome, IT
Original Mid-Century Modern reclinable Bamboo and Rattan three -stand lounge chair features
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Iron
Restored Three-Strand 3/4 Pretzel "Kauai" 3 Seat Rattan Sofa
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Freshly made custom-made three-strand 3/4, three-seat rattan "Kauai" Sofa featuring 3/4 pretzel
Category
1990s Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Set of 6 Norman Cherner Dining Chairs, Made by Plycraft, USA, 1963. 2 Arm Chairs
By Norman Cherner, Plycraft
Located in Buffalo, NY
includes 2 Classic Pretzel arm chairs and 4 side chairs,,, minor veneer chips (see photos) minor split to 1
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Patent Leather, Walnut, Plywood
H 31.5 in W 26 in D 23 in
20th Century Black American Plycraft Set of Four Dining Chairs by Norman Cherner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A black, vintage Mid-Century Modern America set of four Pretzel dining chairs made of hand crafted
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Foam, Wood
No Reserve
H 32 in W 25 in D 21 in
Vintage Henredon Burl Armchair Dining Desk Chair
By Henredon
Located in Lake Worth, FL
burl wood pretzel back armchair dining desk chair
Approximate measurements in inches
40.75" high at
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1980s American Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Burl, Wood
Rattan Pretzel Lounge Chairs and Loveseat
By Paul Frankl
Located in Rochester, NY
A pair of Art Deco three strand rattan and cane pretzel lounge chairs and matching loveseat
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Art Deco Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Rattan, Natural Fiber
Set of Four Post Modern Memphis Era Anna Anselmi for Bieffeplast Chairs
By Anna Anselmi, Bieffeplast
Located in Ferndale, MI
around pretzel style arms are covered in dense rubber / foam. Steel bases are finished in white lacquer
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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Steel
2-Strand Pretzel Shape Arm Rattan Lounge Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
canvas seat and back cushions. The side has pretzel shape x design. This lounge chair offers style and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Rocker
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Pretzel Style midcentury rocker, The condition is amazing. lines are so attractive and unique, sure
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Restored 5-Strand Square Pretzel Sofa & Lounge Chair Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
chair. This sofa and chair feature the famous five-strand square pretzel side arms and a stacked rattan
Category
1950s American Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Restored Rattan 6 Strand Square Pretzel Lounge Chair Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored rattan 6-Strand square pretzel lounge chair with black tropical barkcloth cushions with
Category
1950s Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
Restored Six-Strand Square Square Pretzel Sofa & Lounge Chair Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid Century rattan living-room set including a matching 3-seat sectional sofa and lounge chair
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Restored 5-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Chair & Sofa Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
lounge chairs, and a stacked ottoman, all featuring the iconic five-strand square pretzel arms and rattan
Category
1950s American Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Restored Child Strand Round Full Pretzel Rattan Sofa & Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare three-strand round full pretzel arm rattan living room set with a lounge chair and matching
Category
1950s American Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Classic Mid Century Pretzel Arm Chair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft
By Norman Cherner, Plycraft
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic mid century Pretzel arm chair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft: Great original condition
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Naugahyde, Plywood
Restored Rattan Six Strand Square Pretzel Livingroom Sofa and Chairs Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Six-strand square pretzel arm living room set featuring a 4-seat sofa, a settee, 2 lounge chairs, 1
Category
1950s Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Restored Rattan 3/4 Pretzel Sofa & Lounge Chair Living Room Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
pieces and 3 seats and has a stacked rattan base, and a 3/4 pretzel adjustable lounge chair.
Couch: 32
Category
1950s American Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Restored 5-Strand "Reverse Pretzel" Rattan Sofa & Lounge Chair Living Room Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare five-strand "Reverse Pretzel" rattan living room set which includes one lounge chair and a
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
H 33 in W 77 in D 36 in
Late 20th Century Vintage Coastal Pretzel Rattan Desk and Chair Set of 2
Located in west palm beach, FL
Embrace the charm of coastal living with our Vintage Coastal Pretzel Rattan Desk and Chair Set
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
H 30.75 in W 48.25 in D 18.5 in
Restored 3/4 3-Strand Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair & Sofa Livingroom Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Three-strand 3/4 pretzel arm rattan living room set with a sectional sofa and lounge chair sofa
Category
1950s American Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
Mid-Century Modern French 3/4 Round Pretzel Arms Bamboo Lounge Chair, 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern French 3/4 round pretzel arms bamboo and rattan lounge chair.
Some laces of the
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
H 29.93 in W 27.96 in D 32.29 in
Rare 3-Strand Child Size Round Full Pretzel Rattan Sofa & Lounge Chair Set
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare three-strand round full pretzel arm rattan living room set featuring a pair of lounge chairs
Category
1950s Retro Pretzel Chair
Materials
Rattan
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Retro Pretzel Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal retro pretzel chair for your home. Frequently made of natural fiber, rattan and wood, every retro pretzel chair was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect retro pretzel chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A retro pretzel chair made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — is very popular. A well-made retro pretzel chair 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 Retro Pretzel Chair?
A retro pretzel chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,950, while the lowest priced sells for $675 and the highest can go for as much as $18,500.
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.
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