When were Bentwood chairs made?

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.

What is a bentwood chair?

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.

How do I identify a bentwood chair?

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.

How do I identify bentwood chairs?

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.

What is an antique Bergère chair?

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.

How do you tell if your rocking chair is an antique?

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.

How can you tell if a dining chair is antique?

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.

How do I find out what my antique chair is worth?

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.

How can you tell how old an antique chair is?

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.

How much is an antique barber chair worth?

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.

How much is my antique high chair worth?

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.

What did antique carver chairs originally look like?

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.

Antique Bentwood Chairs

Vienna Secession Bentwood

J And J Kohn Chair

Kohn Bentwood

Bentwood Bistro

Thonet Chairs Art Nouveau

Cafe Chairs

Thonet Caning

Thonet Bentwood 19th Century

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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Jugendstil office chair no.717 by Gustav Siegel

$4,189

Five Original circa 1920 Dinette Josef Hoffmann Thonet 811 Bergere Dining Chairs

By Thonet

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Poland, Dinette chairs, designed by Josef Frank and Joseph Hoffmann for Thonet model number 811. A

Category

1920s Polish Art Deco Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Five Original circa 1920 Dinette Josef Hoffmann Thonet 811 Bergere Dining Chairs

$5,285 / set

Pair of Thonet B403 Designed by F. Kramer in 1927, Bauhaus

By Ferdinand Kramer

Located in Vienna, Austria

The architect and designer Ferdinand Kramer designed the chair B403 for Thonet in1927. Developed

Category

1920s German Bauhaus Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Pair of Thonet B403 Designed by F. Kramer in 1927, Bauhaus

$6,283 / set

Vienna secession dining chair no.235 by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn

By Otto Wagner, Jacob Josef Kohn

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Vienna secession dining chair no.235 by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn. Professionally stained and

Category

1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Vienna secession dining chair no.235 by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn

$2,992

Secession dining chair no.373 atr. Josef Hoffmann/Otto Prutscher for J&J Kohn

By Otto Prutscher, Josef Hoffmann, Jacob Josef Kohn

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Secession dining chair no.373 atr. Josef Hoffmann/Otto Prutscher for J&J Kohn professionally

Category

1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Secession dining chair no.373 atr. Josef Hoffmann/Otto Prutscher for J&J Kohn

$4,189

Vintage Ebonized Bamboo Rocking Chair, Thonet, Circa 1920

By Thonet

Located in San Francisco, CA

This classic bentwood rocking chair. made of lacquered black bamboo, is attributed to Thonet from

Category

1920s Austrian Victorian Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bamboo

Antique Ebonized Bamboo Rocking Chair, Thonet, Circa 1920

Vintage Ebonized Bamboo Rocking Chair, Thonet, Circa 1920

$1,800

Original Otto Prutscher&Kohn Jacob/Josef Jugendstil Wiener Werkstätte

By Otto Prutscher, J J Kohn Mundus, Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

Stuhl zum Architektenmöbel, Böhlau, Reprint 2015, p161) in this case a variation by Kohn. this chair was

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Original Otto Prutscher&Kohn Jacob/Josef Jugendstil Wiener Werkstätte

$12,088

Dutch Art Deco Modernist The Hague School side chair, 1920s

Located in EVERDINGEN, NL

A remarkable side chair with a bentwood hollow backrest, ca. 1920s - 1930s This substantial

Category

1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Oak, Beech

Dutch Art Deco Modernist The Hague School side chair, 1920s

$2,094

4 Thonet Chairs, Model Prague No. 811, First Half of the 20th Century

By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Herentals, BE

The chairs were designed by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet around 1920 and executed by FMG - Fabryka

Category

Early 20th Century Polish Art Deco Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

4 Thonet Chairs, Model Prague No. 811, First Half of the 20th Century

$3,566 / set

Wooden Height Adjustable Chair, Czechoslovakia, 1920s

Located in Praha, CZ

-Measures: seat height at full extension 66cm -Seat height 45cm.

Category

1920s Czech Art Deco Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Wooden Height Adjustable Chair, Czechoslovakia, 1920s

$466

Secession desk chair no.6095 by Otto Wagner for Thonet

By Otto Wagner, Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Secession desk chair no.6095 by Otto Wagner for Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Brass

Secession desk chair no.6095 by Otto Wagner for Thonet

$3,830

Set of 4 Antique Folding Chairs with Vintage Upholstery

Located in Freehold, NJ

This set of four antique occasional chairs feature hardwood construction, original finish, bentwood

Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Set of 4 Antique Folding Chairs with Vintage Upholstery

$535

Vienna Secession armchair by Gustav Siegel for J.J.Kohn, Modell 715/F Austria

By Josef Hoffmann, J.&J. Khon 1, Gustav Siegel

Located in Argelato, BO

version from the early 1900s. The chair has been reupholstered with a green velvet but can be customized

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Vienna Secession armchair by Gustav Siegel for J.J.Kohn, Modell 715/F Austria

$1,795

Secession Desk Chair No. 25 by Thonet

By Thonet, August Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Secession desk chair no. 25 by Thonet with new handmade rattan seat professionally stained and

Category

Early 1900s Czech Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Bentwood

Secession Desk Chair No. 25 by Thonet

$1,496

Bentwood Children Chair by Thonet

By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH

Located in Vienna, AT

Beech bentwood Thonet Nr. 1 first time mentioned in the catalogue from the 1880s. This one is from

Category

1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech, Bentwood

Bentwood Children Chair by Thonet

$460 Sale Price

22% Off

Secession office chair no.6513 by Otto Wagner

By Otto Wagner, Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Secession office chair no.6513 by Otto Wagner. Professionally stained and repolished with new

Category

1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Brass

Secession office chair no.6513 by Otto Wagner

$3,590

Rare set of four corner chairs at. Josef Hoffmann

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in London, GB

A fabulous set of four bentwood corner chairs in polished oak with black leatherette seats . The

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Rare set of four corner chairs at. Josef Hoffmann

$4,804 / set

Chair No. 1 by Michael Thonet produced by Gebrüder Thonet Vienna in 1849

By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Michael Thonet

Located in Ravenna, IT

Chair No. 1 designed by Michael Thonet in 1849 and manufactured by the Gebrüder Thonet company of the same name in Vienna. With its light, elegant and sinuous shape, the No. 1 is the...

Category

1840s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Wood, Beech, Bentwood

Chair No. 1 by Michael Thonet produced by Gebrüder Thonet Vienna in 1849

$864

Art nouveau desk chair by Gustav Siegel for Thonet

By Thonet, Gustav Siegel

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Art nouveau desk chair by Gustav Siegel for Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished with new

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Art nouveau desk chair by Gustav Siegel for Thonet

$2,717

Secession office chair no.714 by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn

By Jacob Josef Kohn

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Secession office chair no.714 by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn. Professionally stained and repolished.

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Secession office chair no.714 by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn

$4,548

Office Chair No.6150 by Adolf Loos for Thonet

By Adolf Loos

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Secession office chair no.6150 by Adolf Loos executed by Thonet. Professionally stained and

Category

1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Office Chair No.6150 by Adolf Loos for Thonet

$6,223

Secession office chair attr. to Marcel Kammerer for Thonet

By Thonet, Marcel Kammerer

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Secession office chair attr. to Marcel Kammerer for Thonet in very nice original codition with

Category

1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Secession office chair attr. to Marcel Kammerer for Thonet

$5,745

Joseph Frank , Pair of Thonet Style Armchairs, circa 1950

By Thonet

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Joseph Frank ( model of ) Pair of Thonet style armchairs, circa 1950 Repainted some time ago. Good general condition, small lack of paint.

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Joseph Frank , Pair of Thonet Style Armchairs, circa 1950

$957 / item

Jugendstil office chair by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn

By Jacob Josef Kohn, Otto Wagner

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Jugendstil office chair bz Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn. Professionally stained and repolished with new

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Jugendstil office chair by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn

$4,069

19th Century Rare Pair of Beechwood and Cane Rocking Chairs

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

craftsmanship paired with the elegance of handwoven cane seating. Made from high-quality bentwood, these chairs

Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

19th Century Rare Pair of Beechwood and Cane Rocking Chairs

$4,820 / set

Elephant Desk Chair by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn

By Jacob Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Elephant desk chair by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn professionally stained and repolished.

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Elephant Desk Chair by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn

$8,258

Secession office chair no.715F by Gustav Siegel for J&J Kohn

By Gustav Siegel, Jacob Josef Kohn

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Secession office chair no.715F by Gustav Siegel for J&J Kohn in very nice original condition with

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech, Bentwood

Secession office chair no.715F by Gustav Siegel for J&J Kohn

$3,890

Office Chair nr.714 by Otto Wagner for J.J.Kohn

By Otto Wagner

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Office chair nr.714 by Otto Wagner for J.J.Kohn. Excellent original condition with signs of usage.

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Office Chair nr.714 by Otto Wagner for J.J.Kohn

$1,915

Early Michael Thonet Bistro Dining Table in Bentwood and Cane - Austria

By Thonet, Michael Thonet

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

and won the bronze medal for his bentwood chairs. He incorporated his family’s company, the Thonet

Category

1860s Austrian Rococo Revival Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Early Michael Thonet Bistro Dining Table in Bentwood and Cane - Austria

$2,693

Pair of Early 20th Century Sack Back Windsor Armchairs in a Dark Finish

Located in Doylestown, PA

brown finish featuring classic bentwood design with a double bow back and a comfortable plank saddle

Category

Early 20th Century American Colonial Revival Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

Pair of Early 20th Century Sack Back Windsor Armchairs in a Dark Finish

$1,400 / set

19th Century Austrian Bentwood Scroll Arm Chair

Located in Queens, NY

Austrian Bentwood (19th Cent) unusual scroll design roll arm chair with cane panels.

Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Cane

19th Century Austrian Bentwood Scroll Arm Chair

$8,500

Six Original Stamped Thonet Swivel Bergere Armchairs Model 5501 for Zpm Radomsko

By Thonet, ZPM Radomsko

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Model 5501 swivel bergère chairs made for ZPM Radomsko circa 1900 These are as mentioned as rare as

Category

Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Six Original Stamped Thonet Swivel Bergere Armchairs Model 5501 for Zpm Radomsko

$20,591 / set

Swivel bar stool

By Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Swivel bar stool with leather seat. Professionally stained and repolished.

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech, Bentwood

Swivel bar stool

$933

Unique Armchair Thonet B 1045, since 1938

By Thonet

Located in Praha, CZ

It is unique, the only known piece, made to order for a special customer. This unique armchair has never been shown in a regular sales catalog. Documents about the armchair were kept...

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Unique Armchair Thonet B 1045, since 1938

$3,231

Pair of Regency Inspired Armchairs

Located in Sheffield, MA

These Italian moderne burgers inspired by the Grosfeld House Hollywood Regency style are upholstered in beige linen and have hand-carved frames painted gray and are embellished with ...

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Pair of Regency Inspired Armchairs

$4,800 / set

Art Nouveau Sofa and Armchairs Labelled Jakob Joseph Kohn

By Jacob Josef Kohn

Located in Beirut, LB

Set of Art Nouveau sofa and two armchair by Jakob e Joseph Kohn, Wien. Bentwood solid walnut with

Category

Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Art Nouveau Sofa and Armchairs Labelled Jakob Joseph Kohn

$11,059 / item

Art nouveau wingchair no.6542 by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Art nouveau wingchair no.6542 by Thonet in original vintage condition with signs of use.

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Art nouveau wingchair no.6542 by Thonet

$6,523

One or Six Armchairs Designed by Josef Hoffmann

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Dallas, TX

simplicity of this chair design: is made up of a U-shaped horizontal rail that forms both the armrest and the

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

One or Six Armchairs Designed by Josef Hoffmann

$8,200 / item

One or Six Armchairs Designed by Josef Hoffmann

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Dallas, TX

simplicity of this chair design: is made up of a u-shaped horizontal rail that forms both the armrest and the

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

One or Six Armchairs Designed by Josef Hoffmann

$8,200 / item

Thonet dining char no.1

By Thonet, Michael Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Thonet dining char no.1. Professionally stained and repolished with new handmade rattan seat.

Category

Late 19th Century Slovak Jugendstil Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Thonet dining char no.1

$2,992

Six Black Lacquered Vienna Secession Armchairs by Thonet, 1920s

By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare set of six Vienna Secession armchairs. Design by Gebrüder Thonet Austria. Striking Austrian design from the 1920s. Original black lacquered beech frames and back...

Category

1920s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Six Black Lacquered Vienna Secession Armchairs by Thonet, 1920s

$5,170 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Antique Bentwood Bamboo Woven Wicker Rattan Arm Chair Boho Boheimian

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique bamboo and woven wicker / rattan armchair featuring rounded bentwood back with geometric

Category

Early 20th Century Bohemian Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Bentwood

Antique Bentwood Bamboo Woven Wicker Rattan Arm Chair Boho Boheimian

$573 Sale Price

25% Off

Antique Victorian Wicker Rattan Bentwood Sculptural Sunroom Sofa Set with Chairs

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Victorian Wicker Rattan Bentwood White Sculptural Sunroom Sofa Set with Chairs - 3 Pc Set

Category

Early 1900s Victorian Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Bentwood

Antique Victorian Wicker Rattan Bentwood Sculptural Sunroom Sofa Set with Chairs

$5,800

Thonet Mundus Style Bentwood Armchair

By Thonet-Mundus

Located in Pasadena, TX

the back of the chair. The legs are stabilized by bentwood stretchers. The chair is made of a rich

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Thonet Mundus Style Bentwood Armchair

$1,000

Vienna secession armchair by Otto Wagner executed by Pancota Vienna

By Otto Wagner

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Vienna secession armchair by Otto Wagner executed by Pancota Vienna in nice original condition with signs of use.

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Vienna secession armchair by Otto Wagner executed by Pancota Vienna

$3,471

Bentwood Cane Salonfauteuil Easy Chair Thonet No. 1, circa 1890

By Thonet, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH

Located in Lucenec, SK

Very rare antique Thonet easy chair no 1 produced by Gebruder Thonet from the late 19th century in

Category

Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Bentwood Cane Salonfauteuil Easy Chair Thonet No. 1, circa 1890

$3,259 Sale Price

30% Off

Large Secession Armchair no.6549 by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet

By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Large secession armchair no.6549 by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet professionally stained and repolished. Marked on the bottom.

Category

1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Large Secession Armchair no.6549 by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet

$8,139

Victorian Upholstered Bentwood Salon or Desk Chair This is a charming piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Victorian Upholstered Bentwood Salon or Desk Chair This is a charming piece, the chair is made in

Category

19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Victorian Upholstered Bentwood Salon or Desk Chair This is a charming piece

$1,551

ORIGINAL ANTIQUE THONET SWiVEL BERGERE DESK CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR MODEL NUMBER 3

By Thonet

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

chair is very comfortable, fully height adjustable and with a very stylish bentwood frame. This has a

Category

Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

ORIGINAL ANTIQUE THONET SWiVEL BERGERE DESK CAPTAINS ARMCHAIR MODEL NUMBER 3

$2,059

Secession Armchair 715F by Gustav Siegel for J.J.Kohn

By Gustav Siegel

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Secession seating group no.715 by Gustav Siegel for J&J Kohn designed for World Expo in Paris in 1900.

Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Secession Armchair 715F by Gustav Siegel for J.J.Kohn

$3,471

Wäckerlin desk chair, 800, Italy

By Adja Yunkers

Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna

The chairs with women's names... Wäckerlin, steam-curved Mulberry desk chair with Vienna straw seat and hand-wrought iron hardware. A piece of history dating back to the end of the ...

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Napoleon III Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Straw, Bentwood

Wäckerlin desk chair, 800, Italy

$897

Early 20th Century French Bentwood and Cane Child Chair Thonet Style

By Michael Thonet

Located in Dallas, TX

matter of Michael Thonet, and made of bentwood, the baby chair stands on four curved legs, and features a

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Early 20th Century French Bentwood and Cane Child Chair Thonet Style

$775

Antique Art Nouveau Bentwood Loveseat Bench and Side Chairs Salon Suite, 1900s

By Thonet

Located in Detroit, MI

bench and matching side chairs designed by Thonet and produced by Austro-Hungarian company Ungvar Ungarn

Category

Early 1900s Ukrainian Art Nouveau Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Bentwood

Antique Art Nouveau Bentwood Loveseat Bench and Side Chairs Salon Suite, 1900s

$4,500 / set

Bentwood Rocker and Chair with Cane Seats, 19th Century

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These two bentwood children's chair and bentwood rocking chair are in very good condition. Selling

Category

19th Century American Country Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Wood, Cane

Bentwood Rocker and Chair with Cane Seats, 19th Century

$956 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Antique Colonial Style Bentwood Maple Small Child s Windsor Arm Chair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Colonial Style Bentwood Maple Small Child's Windsor Arm Chair. Circa Early to Mid 1900s

Category

Early 1900s American Colonial Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Maple

Antique Colonial Style Bentwood Maple Small Child s Windsor Arm Chair

$195

Vienna Secession Armchair Model 6528 designed by Marcel Kammerer for Thonet

By Thonet, Marcel Kammerer

Located in Beograd, RS

bentwood furniture, this chair has an ample seating area, allowing for unconstrained comfort. The chair

Category

1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Vienna Secession Armchair Model 6528 designed by Marcel Kammerer for Thonet

$3,475 Sale Price

20% Off

Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Arm Chair by Thonet att. to Josef Hoffman c. 1920 s

By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet

Located in New York, NY

Early Vienna Secessionist Movement bentwood arm chair, marked Thonet, design attributed to Jose

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bentwood Chairs

Materials

Beech

Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Arm Chair by Thonet att. to Josef Hoffman c. 1920 s

$1,400 / item

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Find a variety of antique bentwood chairs available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, bentwood and hardwood, all antique bentwood chairs available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of antique bentwood chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique bentwood chairs made by Art Nouveau designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique bentwood chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Thonet, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH and Jacob and Josef Kohn produced popular antique bentwood chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Bentwood Chairs?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,495, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $32,970 highest priced.

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 Antique Bentwood Chairs

When were Bentwood chairs made?
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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.
What is a bentwood chair?
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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.
How do I identify a bentwood chair?
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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.
How do I identify bentwood chairs?
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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.
What is an antique Bergère chair?
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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.
How do you tell if your rocking chair is an antique?
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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.
How can you tell if a dining chair is antique?
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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.
How do I find out what my antique chair is worth?
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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.
How can you tell how old an antique chair is?
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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.
How much is an antique barber chair worth?
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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.
How much is my antique high chair worth?
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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.
What did antique carver chairs originally look like?
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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.

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