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Pair or Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Cane Bistro Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic pair of Vienna secession period bistro dining chairs by Thonet. The No. 18 chair features a
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20th Century Polish Vienna Secession Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech, Bentwood

Set of Six Prague Dining Chairs by Josef Frank Josef Hoffmann, 1960s, Signed
By Josef Hoffmann, Josef Frank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
collectible chairs, you can create a magazine-cover worthy room. These bentwood bistro chairs would work
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Cane

Thonet Bistro Cafe Dining Chair Bentwood and Cane
By Thonet
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Thonet Bistro Cafe Dining Chair Bentwood and Cane 35.25 h x 16.25 x 21 d Seat 18.25 Preowned
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Early 20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of Eight Thonet Style Bentwood Cafe Bistro Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Attractive set of eight Thonet style bentwood cafe of bistro chairs. Featuring a slat or stick back
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20th Century European Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Bentwood and Cane Bistro Dining Chairs Attributed to Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four, bistro/café, dining chairs attributed to Thonet feature stained maple, bentwood frames
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Mid-20th Century American Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Maple, Bentwood

Thonet Bentwood Cane Bistro or Side Chair, 1920 s
By Thonet
Located in Doylestown, PA
Thonet bentwood cane cafe or side chair, 1920's This iconic design chair has a sturdy yet
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Vintage 1920s European Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

Bentwood Bistro Side Chair JJ Kohn Mundus Thonet
By J J Kohn Mundus, Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Bentwood side chair of beechwood frame with Art Nouveau motif pressed seat. Probably manufactured
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Side Chairs

Materials

Beech

6 Vintage Bentwood Thonet Style Parlor Dining Cafe Bistro Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
6 vintage Bentwood Thonet style Parlor dining cafe bistro chairs. Listing includes barrel back
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set 5 Thonet Bentwood Cafe Bistro Dining Chairs, Caned Seats
By Michael Thonet
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic bentwood cafe chairs. Price is for each chair. Chairs are all very tight and well
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Vintage 1940s Romanian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Baumann Bentwood and Vinyl Bistro Chairs, circa 1970
By Baumann France
Located in Culver City, CA
Baumann bentwood and Vinyl Bistro chairs, circa 1970. Baumann bentwood dining chairs with original
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Dining Room Chairs

Antique Bentwood and Cane Thonet Bistro Side Chair, Made In Austria
By Thonet
Located in San Carlos, CA
elegance to your space with this classic Thonet bentwood chair, produced in Austria. Perfect as a bistro or
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Side Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Mid-Century ZPM Radomsko Polish Bentwood Bistro Style Side Chairs, Pair
By ZPM Radomsko
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of Mid-Century ZPM Radomsko Polish Bentwood Bistro Style Side Chairs. Measures 16" in width
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950 s Baumann Bentwood Walnut Bistro Dining Chair, Various Quantities Availab
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Baumann bentwood walnut bistro dining chair – Various Quantities Available – (Model 1647
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Vintage Baumann 83 Parisian Bistro Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By W. Baumann Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Baumann 83 Parisian Bistro Bentwood Dining Chairs - Set of 6. Item features (6) side chairs
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Vintage 1970s Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Vintage Austrian Bentwood No. 36 Dining Bistro Chairs by Josef Kohn, Set of 4
By Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A fine set of late 19th century dining chairs designed by Josef Kohn and manufactured by his firm
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Set of Four Bistro Cafe Bentwood Dining Chairs att. to Thonet
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Nice set of four antique bentwood chairs attributed to Thonet. This set consists of four armless
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Pr. Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Thonet Cafe Bistro Dining Chairs Model 31
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of antique bentwood Vienna Secessionist cafe, bistro style dining height chairs
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

1960 s Baumann Bentwood Classic Walnut Bistro Dining Chair, Set of Eight
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s Baumann bentwood classic walnut bistro dining chair – set of eight 1960’s Baumann bentwood
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Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Four Michael Thonet Bentwood Round Cane Seat Cafe Bistro Dining Chairs Gebruder
By Michael Thonet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of four antique Michael Thonet bentwood round cane seat Bistro dining chairs attributed to
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950 s Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair, Single Bar Back, Set of Eight
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Baumann Bentwood Bistro dining chair – Single bar back – Set of eight (Model 1359) 1950’s
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Vintage Thonet Bentwood No. 18 Style Bistro Chair, 1950s
By Thonet-Mundus
Located in Zagreb, HR
A beautiful, wooden Thonet bentwood chair, in style of the popular model no. 18. Based on the
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Thonet Bentwood Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Denton, TX
A pair of Thonet Bentwood chairs side chairs/ Bistro chairs. These are very fragile but would look
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of 6 Vintage Bentwood Cane Dining Chairs Cafe Bistro
By August Thonet
Located in Fulton, CA
A set of 6 bentwood dining chairs with cane seats. Bistro, cafe, ice cream style, circa. 1920's
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Set of Six J and J Kohn for Thonet Bentwood Bistro Dining Chairs
By Michael Thonet, Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic set of six model number #14 Thonet bistro dining chairs manufactured by J and J Kohn in
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Antique 19th Century Polish Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Pr. Vienesse Secessionist Thonet Bentwood Cafe Bistro Dining Arm Chairs
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Chic pair of Vienesse Secessionist period bentwood arm chairs attributed to Thonet. The chairs are
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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

Seat of Four Bentwood Bistro Cafe Dining Chairs att. to Thonet marked FMG
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Stylish set of bentwood chairs, in the Vienna Secessionist style, marked FMG. The chairs are in
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Mid-20th Century Czech Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

antique Thonet bistro chairs no 14 118 webbing bentwood, 1880, set of 3
By Michael Thonet, Thonet
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Beautiful set of 3 authentic Michael Thonet no. 14 bentwood chairs with webbing seats by Thonet
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Antique 1870s Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Beech

Set 8 Kohn Mundus Cafe Bistro Chairs
By J J Kohn Mundus
Located in New York, NY
Set of 8 matching bentwood cafe, bistro chairs made by Kohn Mundus. All are structurally sound and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Signed Thonet Bent Wood Bistro Dining Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic Thonet molded wood bistro chairs. Structurally sound with beautiful aged honey tone. One
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of 6 French Vintage Thonet Style Bistro Chairs
Located in Houston, TX
Here's a nice set of bistro chairs! This set of 6 Thonet style Bistro chairs are a timeless classic
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20th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Pair of Michael Thonet A16 Style Bentwood Cafe Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Matched pair of bentwood cafe bistro chairs designed by Michael Thonet know as the A-16 model. The
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20th Century Polish Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Vintage Bent Wood Cafe Bistro Chairs by Drevounia, Set of 8
By Drevounia, Thonet
Located in Detroit, MI
This set of eight vintage mid century bentwood No. 14 cafe bistro dining chairs were made in
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech, Hickory, Bentwood

One Vintage French Bistro Counterstool from Maison Louis Drucker
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
bistro stools. Excellent condition.
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Late 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Bentwood

Vintage Bistro Cafe "Coffee" Chair by Michael Thonet, Set of 4
By Michael Thonet
Located in Denver, CO
Designed by Michael Thonet in the late 1890’s This set was produced in the 1960’s by Tatra Furniture in Czechoslovakia Solid wood frame with a plywood seat Iconic bent wood ...
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20th Century Czech Late Victorian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Plywood

Antique Josef Hoffmann Michael Thonet bistro chairs no 14 118 webbing, 1880s, 8p
By Josef Hoffmann, Michael Thonet
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Beautiful set of 8 antique, authentic and all original Thonet no. 14 bentwood chairs with webbing
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Antique 1860s Austrian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Bentwood

One Original Wiener Werkstätte Thonet Side /Slipper/ Accent Chair
By Thonet
Located in New York City, NY
An original Wiener Werkstätte bentwood wood bistro chair by Thonet 1870-1956. This authentic and
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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Depression Era Bentwood Cafe Bistro Table and Four Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Dated 1937 set of four bentwood cafe bistro chairs and table. In the style of Thonet this is a
Category

Vintage 1930s Late Victorian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Wood

Pair of Salvatore Leone for Thonet Bentwood Cane Armchairs
By Salvatore Leone
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic pair of early bentwood and cane armchairs or bistro chairs made by Salvatore Leone for
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Antique 19th Century Italian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Beech, Bentwood

Set of 2 Bistro Tables by Baumann Factory, Wood Iron- 70s 20th France
By Baumann France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
items. Baumann house then expands its range to create bentwood Furniture, bistro chairs, pedestal
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Mid-20th Century French Desks

Materials

Iron

Set of Eight French Bentwood Bistro Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Set of 8 handsome French bentwood bistro chairs with nice proportions and color
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Early 20th Century French Side Chairs

Materials

Oak, Pine

Set of Four High Style Bentwood Bistro Chairs, Jacob and Josef Kohn
By Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in New Orleans, LA
Set of four unusual and high style bentwood bistro chairs, with original paper label for Jacob and
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Vintage 1920s Czech Art Nouveau Chairs

Materials

Wood

Thonet Classic Bentwood Bistro Chair With Rare Crocodile Pattern 1930s
By Thonet
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Thonet Classic Bentwood Bistro Chair with rare crocodile pattern ~~~ These bentwood dining 'bistro
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Vintage 1930s Polish Art Nouveau Side Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of Six French Bentwood Bistro Chairs
By W. Baumann Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Set of six Baumann bentwood and woven cane bistro side chairs, early 20th century.
Category

20th Century French Side Chairs

Set of Six Bentwood Bistro Chairs, 1950s, Ton (Thonet)
By Thonet
Located in Cimelice, Czech republic
Set of six public bistro chairs manufactured by Ton (Thonet) in the 1950s. They are made from brown
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20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Set Of Ten Baumann Bistro Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Set of ten wood/bentwood bistro chairs made by Baumann
Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 10 French Bistro Chairs by Fischel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Set of 10 classic bentwood bistro chairs produced by Fischel
Category

20th Century French Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Set of 10 European Oak Bistro Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
10 European mid 20th century oak bentwood bistro chairs with upholstered seats
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Mid-20th Century Romanian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Oak, Upholstery

Early Thonet Bistro Chairs, Set of Four
By Thonet
Located in Alhambra, CA
Classic Thonet bentwood bistro chairs. This early set (c. late 1800s) is rarely seen Thonet style
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Antique Late 19th Century Polish Vienna Secession Chairs

Midcentury Bentwood Cafe / Bistro Chairs, Set of 6, 1930s
Located in Ely, GB
A Set of 6, midcentury Bentwood Cafe / Bistro Chairs, Set of 6, circa 1930s. Made in Poland by
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Vintage 1930s Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

3 Bistro chairs
Located in Skogås, Stockholms län
3 beautiful bistro chairs from Paris in very good condition. The seat is in rattan.
Category

Vintage 1920s French Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Dining Chairs Bentwood J J Kohn Bistro Chairs, Austria, Set of 4
By Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Madison, WI
Bistro dining chairs from Jacob and Joseph Kohn. Made from bentwood beech with pressed seats. Date
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

2 bistro chairs from Paris
Located in Skogås, Stockholms län
2 classic bistro chairs from Paris, France.
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Vintage 1960s French Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Bistro Chairs from Luterma, 1950s
Located in Charnay Les Macon, FR
20 chairs with 3 backrests, seat reformed, feet compass, signed under seat by stamp "Luterma" circa
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Vintage 1950s French Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Spanish Bistro Chair
By Michael Thonet
Located in Chicago, IL
• Reupholstered in brown cowhide • Wood frame • Cane backing • 20th century • Spain Dimensions • Overall 17'D x 18'W x 45'H • Seat height 18'H
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20th Century Spanish Industrial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

6 bistro chairs from Paris
Located in Skogås, Stockholms län
6 bistro chairs in dark red from a bistro restaurant in Paris. Very good condition. The chairs
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Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

French Bistro or Cafe Chair Set of Four , 1940
Located in Denia, ES
Beech bentwood French "bristrot" café bistro chairs with colored caning work on seats.
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set Of Four Ligna For Thonet Bentwood Bistro Dining Chairs, Czechoslovakia 30s
By Michael Thonet, Ligna
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
4 Chairs designed by Thonet, for Ligna, Czechoslovakia, circa 30s. The Ligna brand, was one of
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

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Bentwood Bistro Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of bentwood bistro chairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique bentwood bistro chairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, bentwood and natural fiber. Bentwood bistro chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Bentwood bistro chairs made by Art Nouveau designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Bentwood bistro chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Jomaine Baumann, Baumann France and Jacob and Josef Kohn are consistently popular.

How Much are Bentwood Bistro Chairs?

Prices for bentwood bistro chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, bentwood bistro chairs begin at $125 and can go as high as $8,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,200.

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 Bentwood Bistro Chairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A bistro chair is a versatile chair that can be used in cafes, restaurants, bars and even residential homes all around the world. Find a variety of antique and vintage bistro chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Bistro chairs are traditionally paired with bistro tables, so the chairs are usually standard dining height. Standard dining height can range from 18 to 26 inches tall. You’ll find a large collection of bistro chairs in varying heights on 1stDibs..
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Whether bistro chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find the width of the seat and back make it possible to sit back and relax during a meal or conversation. Find a variety of bistro chairs 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    What French bistro chairs are made of varies. Introduced during the 19th century, many French bistro chairs feature a frame made of aluminum or wrought iron, while the seat cushions and backrests of these furnishings are frequently made of rattan. This type of chair became especially popular in the busy cafes of Paris during the 1920s. On 1stDibs, find a selection of bistro chairs.