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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
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Oak

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
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Oak

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
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1950s American Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Lucite

Norman Cherner Pretzel Chairs in Leather and Wood Frame by Plycraft, Set of 4
By Norman Cherner
Located in Chicago, IL
Pretzel arm chairs by Norman Cherner for Plycraft in bleached white wood and ivory faux leather
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Leather, Maple

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
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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1960s Bohemian Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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 Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Fabric, Ash

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 Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Fabric, Bamboo

Paul Frankl-Style Rattan Bamboo Pretzel Lounge Chair
Paul Frankl-Style Rattan Bamboo Pretzel Lounge Chair
No Reserve
H 25.5 in W 29 in D 36 in
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
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1980s Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Fabric, Rattan

Restored Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair
By Ritts Tropitan
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This six-strand, rattan lounge chair features square pretzel arms and a Classic stacked base
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1930s American Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Upholstery, Bamboo, Wicker, 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
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Rattan

Pair of Cherner Armchair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft
By Norman Cherner
Located in Centreville, VA
‘Pretzel’ chair which was created by Herman Miller and produced by Plycraft until they ceased production
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Bentwood

Restored Paul Frankl Square Pretzel Rattan Children's Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Child size Paul Frankl lounge chair, this chair features six-strand square pretzel arms with a
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Rattan

Rare Restored Pretzel Arm Rattan Rocking Chair with Ottoman
By Herb Ritts, Ritts Tropitan
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A rare three-strand pretzel arm rattan rocking chair with matching ottoman. This chair features
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Bamboo, Wicker, 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
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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1950s American Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Rattan

Restored Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair with Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Designed in the manner of Paul Frankl, this six-strand rattan lounge chair features square pretzel
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1930s American Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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 Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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1950s Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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1950s Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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1950s American Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Rattan

Restored 1930s Six Strand Square Pretzel Stacked Rattan Lounge Chair, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Stunning pair 6 Strand Square Pretzel Arm Rattan Occasional Chairs with stacked base in the Manner
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1930s American Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Rattan

Restored Rattan 5-Strand Square Pretzel Lounge Chair w/ Martinique Cushions
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Designed in the manner of Paul Frankl this five-strand rattan lounge chair features square pretzel
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1930s American Vintage Pretzel Chair

Materials

Rattan

Restored Paul Frankl Style Pretzel Rattan Lounge Chair, Beverly Palms Cushions
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Designed in the manner of Paul Frankl this six-strand rattan lounge chair features square pretzel
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1930s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Wicker, 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
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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1950s American Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Rattan

Restored Rattan Five-Strand Reverse 3/4 Pretzel Single Arm Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This is a unique one-of-a-kind lounge chair and accent chair featuring a substantial five-strand 3
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1940s Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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1950s American Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Rattan

Restored 3-Strand 3/4 Pretzel Rattan Adjustable Reclining Lounge Chair w Ottoman
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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1940s Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Fabric, Rattan

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 Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Rattan

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 Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Leather, Wood

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
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1930s American Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Rattan

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
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Wood

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 Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Birch

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
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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 Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Wood

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 Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Cane, Wood

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
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

Materials

Fabric, 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
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Metal

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
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1950s American Vintage Pretzel Chair

Materials

Rattan

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
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1950s American Art Deco Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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1950s American Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Rattan

Handsome Restored Pair of Frankl Style Square Pretzel Loungers, ciraa 1940
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the
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1940s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Bamboo

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
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1940s Unknown Organic Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Cane, Rattan

Restored Art Deco Six-Strand Square Pretzel Rattan Lounge w/ Ottoman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco six-strand, rattan lounge chair features square pretzel arms and a Classic stacked base
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Wicker, Rattan

Set of Four Italian Rococo Style Venetian Walnut Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
. Also known as pretzel chairs because of the interlocking twisted back splat. The whimsical chairs
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20th Century Italian Rococo Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Walnut, Fabric, Cane

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 Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Iron

Vintage Pair of Bamboo and Upholstered Side Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant pair of creamy beige bamboo side chairs having pretzel-esque shaped backs and stylish legs
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1940s American Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Upholstery, Bamboo

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
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1990s Vintage Pretzel Chair

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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
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

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Patent Leather, Walnut, Plywood

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
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pretzel Chair

Materials

Foam, Wood

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 Vintage Pretzel Chair

Materials

Burl, Wood

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Vintage Pretzel Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage pretzel chair for your home. A vintage pretzel chair — often made from natural fiber, rattan and wood — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect vintage pretzel chair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A vintage pretzel chair made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Norman Cherner, Plycraft and Paul Frankl each produced at least one beautiful vintage pretzel chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Vintage Pretzel Chair?

Prices for a vintage pretzel chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $0 and can go as high as $29,800, while the average can fetch as much as $3,678.

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 Vintage Pretzel Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.