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Chair Thonet Nr. 698, circa 1910, Gustav Klimt
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Gustav Klimt, Josef Hoffmann, Marcel Kammerer
Located in Praha, CZ
Marked with paper label and stamp. Newly restored. A variant of the design based on the work of Marcel Kammerer and Josef Hoffmann. Pattern of fabric inspired by the work of Gustav K...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Rare Chair Thonet Nr.31 with Shoe Remover
By Michael Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
Original state with a pleasant patine of age, perfectly cleaned and re-polished with shelack finish. Minor repairs made.
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Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Set of Four Art Nouveau Thonet Chairs by Marcel Kammerer, Austria, circa 1910
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Marcel Kammerer
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
. Made of Fine bentwood and trimmed to a beautiful mahogany tone, these impressive chairs were newly
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Set of 4 Thonet bent beech chairs, Austria, early 1900s
By Thonet, Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Argelato, BO
Set of 4 Thonet bent beech chairs, Austria, early 1900s It is a classic but very elegant model of
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Early 1900s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

Pair of Secession Josef Hoffmann Chairs no.637 Ex. by Thonet
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Pair of secession Josef Hoffmann chairs no.637 ex. by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

A 811 Chair By Josef Hoffmann or Josef Frank for Thonet 1920s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Čelinac, BA
Josef Hoffmann or Josef Frank chair A 811 for Thonet 1920s
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Office chairs no.6048 and no.6148 by Otto Wagner for Thonet
By Thonet, Otto Wagner
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Office chairs no.6048 and no.6148 by Otto Wagner for Thonet. Two tipes of seats. Professionally
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Thonet swivel chair no.5541
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet swivel chair no.5541 in original vintage condition with signs of use.
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Secession chair no.412 by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn
By J J Kohn Mundus, Otto Wagner
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession chair no.412 by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn. Professionally stained and repolished with
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Brass

Robert Mallet Stevens, Hammock Chair, France, 1925, Original Canvas Paint
By Robert Mallet-Stevens
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original Lacquers, canvas and is great vintage condition. Canvas can be reversed for tidier look if desired. Very hard to find in such a prime state.
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Bentwood

Thonet Art Nouveau Set of Six very Rare Chairs with Printed Pattern.
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique very beautiful Art Nouveau set of six Thonet chairs with a printed pattern all chairs are
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Bauhaus Chair Thonet A283 by Gustav Adolf Schneck in 1928
By Gustav Adolf Schneck, Thonet-Mundus
Located in Praha, CZ
Manufactured in Czechoslovakia by the Thonet-Mundus. Designed in year 1928 by prof. Gustav Adolf Schneck. Bent beechwood. New shellac finish.
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Pair MCM Dining Chairs Prague No.811 Designed by Josef Hoffmann, Drevounia 60s
By Drevounia, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Lucija, SI
These Chairs were designed by Josef Hoffmann, model no. 811 and produced by Drevounia in '60s
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1920s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Two Unique Chairs J&J Kohn from 1915, Hotel Ambassador in Prague, Josef Hoffmann
By Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Praha, CZ
of them were purchased by major bentwood furniture collectors. Chairs cannot be found in the
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Thonet Side Chair
By Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood frame with upholsterd seat. Manufactured by Thonet in Austria about 1880.
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1880s Austrian Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Folding Chair Thonet Nr.1 with Arms and Legrest, since 1883
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Praha, CZ
Manufactured in Austria by the Gebrüder Thonet company. Original state with a pleasant patine of age, perfectly cleaned and re-polished with shelack. New cannung.
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Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Rare Pair of Thonet Rattan Chairs, Made in 1890, Stable and Good Condition
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in Stockholm, SE
This rare pair of Thonet rattan chairs, crafted in 1890, showcases exceptional craftsmanship and
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1890s Swedish Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Rattan, Bentwood

Thonet Bent Beech Rattan Chairs in Pair, ca. 1910 2 Pieces
By Thonet
Located in Budapest, Budapest
Bent and steamed beechwood chairs with rattan seat. Manufactured by Thonet around 1910 in Vienna
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1910s Austrian Belle Époque Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Aesthetic Movement Ebonized and Gilt Wood Side Chairs with Cane Seats C. 1880
By D. G. Fischell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning set of four Aesthetic Movement side chairs, dating to circa 1880 and attributed to D.G
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Late 19th Century European Aesthetic Movement Antique Bentwood Chair

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Cane, Bentwood, Giltwood

Jugendstil Vintage Thonet Chair No 519 Adolf Loos for Cafe Capua Vienna 1913
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Vienna, AT
Jugendstil vintage Chair Model number 519 by Thonet. Adolf Loos designed the chair for Cafe Capua
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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Antique Bentwood Chair

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Bentwood, Beech

Originals 1905 of the Period Pair of Josef Hoffmann and Jacob &Josef Kohn Chairs
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Vienna, AT
Very early and important design by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn; horseshoe-shaped stand, each with two spheres under the corner joints of the seat, beechwood, light stained, polished ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Very Rare Josef Hoffmann 725 B/F Chair by Jacob and Josef Kohn
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Munich, DE
New belts, foam and zig zag fabric designed by Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätten. With Jacob and Josef Kohn label.
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Otto Wagner painted Art Nouveau Pair of Chairs, Vienna, Austria, early 20th C
By Otto Wagner
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Otto Wagner attributed a pair of painted Art Nouveau chairs, Vienna, Austria, early 20th
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

Thonet Chair
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Vienna, AT
restored
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Pair of Michael Thonet Folding Deck Chairs
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Model: Fireside chair model 1 (Kaminsessel) designed in 1866 The chairs need restoration, only the
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Early 20th Century Austrian Aesthetic Movement Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Late 19th Century Pair of N°91 Chairs by Jacob and Josef Kohn
By Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Brussels, BE
According to the n°91 model by Thonet.  
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Late 19th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Vintage children’s Thonet rocking chair
By Thonet
Located in San Francisco, US
Vintage children’s Thonet rocking chair, circa 1920. Classic bentwood frame with woven wicker back
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Early 20th Century Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Wicker, Bentwood

Pair of Antique Folk Art Chairs Including Rustic Birthing Chair, 19th Century
Located in Sarasota, FL
A pair of antique folk art chairs, late 19th to early 20th century. One is a rare birthing chair
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19th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

Child’s Thonet Rocking Chair
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Stylish child’s bentwood rocking chair attached to Thonet. This example is in very good original
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Exceptional Rocking Chair by Thonet
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
bentwood furniture, which ment the beginning of Modern Design. Le Corbusier used Thonet chairs for his
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Early 1900s German Arts and Crafts Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Office swivel chair SLEZAK S 22
By Slezak Company
Located in Praha, CZ
Fully functional, in nice original condition, only the finish has been restored (hand polished black shellac polish). seat diameter : 38 cm
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Chrome

Office Swivel Chair, Thonet Nr.633
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
Perfectly restored in the recent past, new shellac polish - high gloss. Beautiful and original surface treatment - "imitation oak wood", where imitation oak wood pores were carved in...
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Thonet Rocking Chair Nr. 6
By Michael Thonet
Located in Čelinac, BA
Thonet Rocking Chair Nr 6 for restauration.
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Mid Century bentwood armchair by Antonín Šuman for TON
By Ton N.P. Bystřice pod Hostýnem, Antonín Šuman
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Rare bentwood desk chair designed by Czech architect Antonín Šuman and manufactured by Thonet
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1690s Czech Mid-Century Modern Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Plywood

Antique Italian Cowhide Accent Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Italian cowhide accent chair.
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Early 1900s Italian Primitive Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Cowhide, Bentwood

Vienna Secession Otto Prutscher Thonet Austria Morris Chair #6392 Adjustable
By Thonet, Otto Prutscher
Located in Miami, FL
wonderful chair is constructed of a bentwood frame with hand-caned seat and back. It has brass hardware and
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1920s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Brass

Swivel Office Chair Thonet Nr.352, since 1904
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
Manufactured in Austria by the Gebrüder Thonet company. Newly restored, new shellack polish, minor repairs.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Belle Époque Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Thonet Chair No.1
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet dining chair no.1 in very good original condition.
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Early 1900s Slovak Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Child s Bent Wood /Twig Wood Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 20thc hand made folky twig Child's chair with leather seat.This chair is in very sturdy
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Old Hickory Barrel Back Chairs -Pair
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early hand made bentwood Old Hickory high back chairs covered in calf skin/leather.The condition
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1920s American Adirondack Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Hickory

Old Hickory Barrel Back Chairs -Pair
Old Hickory Barrel Back Chairs -Pair
$2,760 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Dining Chair/Thonet, 1880s
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Wien - Made of bentwood, beechwood - Restored - Labeled - Good condition.
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1880s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Art Nouveau Thonet Chair
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Art nouveau Thonet chair.
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1920s Slovak Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Folding Lounge Chair by Thonet with Adjustable Footstool 19th Century
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original rare folding lounge chair in bentwood and cane from 1880 by Michael Thonet. Gebrüder
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1880s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Rattan, Bentwood

Primitive Swedish Pine Log Chair or Kubbestol
Located in Houston, TX
inside chair. Steamed bentwood banding. Fine, dry pale patina. The flip-seat has been restored.
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Late 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Brass

English Art Deco Lounge Chair Armchair Bute Light Grey Wool Fabric
Located in Norwich, GB
A stylish Art Deco elm bentwood and beechwood framed lounge chair with Bute light grey wool
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Wool, Beech, Bentwood

Kohn Chair Catalog Number 30
By Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Vienna, AT
this model is similar to famous thonet number 14 restored with new canning. delivery time about 3-4 weeks.
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Dining chairs no.18 by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Dining chairs no.18 by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished with new seats.
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1920s Slovak Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Thonet 210 P Bentwood Armchairs in Beech with Velvet Cover, Germany, Set of 4
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Thonet
Located in München, Bavaria
the iconic bentwood tradition of Thonet, the design is derived from the classic Model 209 and retains
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Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Velvet, Beech

A Pair of Swedish Art Deco Lounge Chairs with Curved Armrests, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
An exquisite pair of Swedish lounge chairs from the Art Deco period, likely dating to the 1930s
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Early 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood, Birch, Walnut

Rare Blac Secession Thonet Chair
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Very rare blac secession Thonet chair.
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1910s Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Thonet dining chair no.4
By Michael Thonet, Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet dining chair no.4 by Michael Thonet in very nice original condition.
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann Beehive Dining Chairs
By Jacob Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Josef Hoffmann beehive dining chairs professionally stained and repolished.
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Dining Chairs by J. J. Kohn
By Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood with embossed plywood seat and with three tulips decorated back rest. Made in
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Bentwood Scroll Arm Chair
By Thonet
Located in Queens, NY
19th Century Bentwood arm chair with scroll design and black upholstered seat & back. (signed with
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19th Century Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Viennese Secessionist Side Chair, circa 1915-1920
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A beautiful Viennese Secessionist side chair, with curved upholstered back and seat. Solid wood
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1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Bentwood

Thonet Sider Chairs Attributed to Marcel Kammerer
By Thonet, Marcel Kammerer
Located in Vienna, AT
Katalog No, A 335 beech bentwood with plywood seat and backrest attributed to Marcel Kammerer
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Beech, Bentwood, Plywood

Pair of Antique Singer Sewing Machine Work Chairs Height Adjustable Bar Stools
By Singer
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
steel and bentwood ply work chairs A very good looking and original pair, they have the period
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1920s English Industrial Antique Bentwood Chair

Materials

Steel

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Antique Bentwood Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique bentwood chair available at 1stDibs. Each antique bentwood chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, bentwood and hardwood. There are many kinds of the antique bentwood chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique bentwood chair, those designed in Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Thonet, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH and Jacob and Josef Kohn each produced at least one beautiful antique bentwood chair that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Bentwood Chair?

Prices for an antique bentwood chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $175 and can go as high as $32,970, while the average can fetch as much as $1,512.

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Questions About Antique Bentwood Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A bentwood chair is a chair made out of wood that has been steamed and formed into its desired shape. The iconic No. 14 chair made by Thonet is a well-know chair made in this technique. There are many bentwood chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a bentwood chair, look closely at its back. With a real bentwood chair, an artisan achieves the curved effect by steaming or soaking wood and then bending it. As a result, you won't normally see any tool marks that indicate carving, and each curved component will be an individual piece that is screwed, glued or bolted together. If you spot the “Thonet” name on the seat, it's another good indication that your chair is bentwood, as the maker was famous for this type of seating. If you're still unsure about the type of chair you have, consider seeking the opinion of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a selection of bentwood chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To identify a bentwood chair, search the piece for a maker's mark. Most often, you will find it under the seat. Once you have located the marking, consult trusted online resources to learn more about the maker. From there, you can find chairs similar to yours in online catalogues to gain more information about your piece. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer assist you with the identification process. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of bentwood chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Bentwood Chair was made by German-Austrian cabinetmaker Michael Thonet in the mid-19th century. His design is still popular with interior designers and homeowners worldwide. Shop a collection of Bentwood chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique Bergère chair is a Victorian-era French armchair, often with upholstered armrests and a removable seat cushion. The curved back of this chair would be crafted with wicker. Shop a collection of Bergère chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Bergere chairs are a type of upholstered French armchair that have an enclosed design. They’re designed for lounging comfortably and usually feature deep, wide seats. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique Bergere chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if your rocking chair is an antique, search the back, rockers and the underside of the seat for a label, stamp or other marking. If you locate one, conduct online research using trusted resources to learn about the maker. By finding out when the manufacturer produced chairs similar to yours, you may be able to determine if your chair is at least 100 years old, making it an antique. If you cannot find a maker's mark, consider contacting a certified appraiser or antique dealer and asking them to date your piece for you. Explore a range of antique rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell how old an antique chair is, you have a few options. One is to conduct research on your own using trusted online resources and print references from your local library. If your chair has a maker's mark, learning more about the company, artisan or workshop that produced it can be a good starting point. Dating unmarked chairs can be more difficult because certain styles remained in production for long periods. In this case, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your chair for you. Shop a wide range of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    To tell if a dining chair is antique, first look for markings that can help you identify the maker. You will normally find these under the seat. By using information published on trusted online resources, you can research the markings to learn who made the chair and when the maker was active. Any dining chair made 100 years ago or earlier is an antique. Another way to identify antique chairs is to examine their details closely. Most antique dining chairs are handmade, so you can expect to see subtle tool markings and slight irregularities. A lack of these characteristics may indicate that a dining chair is machine-made and less likely to be an antique. For assistance with dating your dining chairs, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of antique dining chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To find out what your antique chair is worth, you can conduct research using trusted online resources. Specifically, study the sales history for pieces similar to yours in terms of maker, age, style and type. Because the condition of your chair will also impact its value, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer inspect and evaluate your piece. Find a collection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending on the quality, age, and model, Koken vintage barber chairs can sell for $500 to $6000. Older chairs will often have a higher value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    There is no universal guideline for determining the value of antique high chairs. Typically, high chairs can cost anywhere between $50 and $500. The price of a high chair is determined by the condition of the chair, its construction, whether or not all parts are intact and its desirability.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020

    The design has changed over the years, but most antique carver chairs were made of wood. Antique carver chairs were wide chairs made in 17th century New England — with backs that featured several supporting spindles — although there were no spindles between the armrests and the seat. Antique carver chairs were typically topped with decorative ornaments.