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French Audoux-Minet Bentwood Vibo Arm Chair
Located in Aspen, CO
Rare bentwood "Vibo" arm chair with original braided rope seat. Rope is in excellent condition.
Category

Vintage 1940s French Armchairs

Materials

Rope, Wood

French Audoux-Minet Bentwood Vibo Arm Chairs
Located in Aspen, CO
Rare bentwood "Vibo" arm chair with original braided rope seat. Rope is in vintage condition
Category

Vintage 1940s French Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Rope

5er Set Pierre Guariche Tonneau / Amsterdam Stühle Leder, Entwurf 1950er
By Pierre Guariche, Steiner
Located in Reutlingen, DE
Fantastisches 5er Set Pierre Guariche für Maison Du Monde Modell „Amsterdam“ Reedition der „Tonneau“ Stühle für Steiner aus den 1950er in Leder und schwarzem Stahlrohrgestell, Frankr...
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

1970 s French Dark Oak Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Five
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970’s French dark oak bentwood dining chairs -set of five 1970’s French dark oak bentwood
Category

Vintage 1970s French Stools

Materials

Oak, Bentwood

Set of Three Mid-Century Office Chair Set by Alain Richard
By Alain Richard
Located in North York, ON
Set of three office chairs newly restored with black leather armrests, slate grey upholstery and
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mulholland Caned Dining Chair
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Wonderfully curved bentwood French oak dining room chairs with caned seat. Newly produced by
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2010s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

1950 s Stabil Dark Walnut Bentood Armchairs - Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
wood under pressure and used this to design the classic bentwood chairs still in production today. In
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1960 s Original Vintage Dining Armchairs - Open Back - Large Quantity Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960's Original Vintage Bentwood Dining Armchairs - Open Back. We have a large quantity of these
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Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1960 s Original Vintage Dining Armchairs - Open Back - Large Quantity Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960's Original Vintage Bentwood Dining Armchairs - Open Back - Large Size. We have a large
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Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Bentwood Arm Chair By Audoux Minet
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, Frida Minet
Located in Aspen, CO
Rare bentwood arm chair by Audoux-Minet. Chair features woven rope seating. ***Chair will be
Category

Vintage 1940s French Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Rope

1960 s Original French Bentwood High Bar Chairs - Set Of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
bentwood bar chairs in a rich warm oak colour. The stools were made in Eastern Europe using solid steam
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Vintage 1960s French Stools

Materials

Beech

Unusual Bentwood Oak Sofa and Chairs
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Remarkable set of beautifully crafted and substantial bentwood oak upholstered armchairs and small
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Living Room Sets

Pair of Unusual Bentwood Rush Seat Chairs
Located in Culver City, CA
Pair of bentwood tall back rush seat chairs with unusual shape and proportion.
Category

Vintage 1930s French Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Audoux-Minet Bentwood Arm Chairs for Vibo
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, Frida Minet
Located in Aspen, CO
Rare pair of bentwood arm chairs by Audoux-Minet. Chairs feature woven rope seating. ***Chairs
Category

Vintage 1940s French Armchairs

Materials

Rope, Wood

French Woven Lounge Chairs 1940 s
By Vibo
Located in Hudson, NY
French Mid Century Ripe Chairs by Adrien Audox and Frida Minet for Vibo. Beautifully curved
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rush, Bentwood

Mid-Century French Desk Chairs by Alain Richard 2
Located in London, GB
Classy mid-century French chairs by Alain Richard. France, c1960s. Leather, bentwood and
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Mid-20th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Pair of Modernist Bridge Chairs or Armchairs, French, 1930s
Located in London, GB
Pair of Art Deco 1930s French armchairs or bridge chairs. The modernist chairs have clean lines and
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Faux Leather, Bentwood

Rope lounge chair by Adrain Audoux and Frida Minet for Vibo Vesoul 1940 France
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, Vibo
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
Bentwood. Chair is in its original condition and is signed as shown on the pictures. Patina on the wood.
Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rope, Bentwood

Pair of Leather Bridge Chairs
Located in Culver City, CA
Bentwood arms and original leather upholstery with handsome patina.
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood, Leather

Pair of Garden Chairs by Charlotte Perriand
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in London, GB
Bentwood frame with woven birch wood seat and back. They are in original vintage condition. The
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood, Wood

Rope Chairs by Adrien Audoux Frida Minet, c. 1940
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, Vibo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vibo, crafted in France circa 1940. Featuring a sculptural beech bentwood frame and intricately woven
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rope, Beech, Bentwood

Chair designed by Ligna in the style of Thonet, circa 1940.
By Ligna
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
bentwood, a technique that revolutionized furniture design in the early 20th century, this chair is not
Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rattan, Bentwood

Pair of Rope Chair by Audoux-Minet for Vibo Vesoul
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, Vibo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of rope chair by Audoux-Minet for Vibo Vesoul. 22 in. arm height. Very comfortable.
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Vintage 1940s French Organic Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood, Seagrass

Rustic French Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet, circa 1940
By Thonet
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bentwood chair by unknown designer and manufacturer in the style of Thonet. Made in France, circa
Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

1960s French Baumann Bentwood Dove Dining Chair, Set of Four
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960s French Baumann bentwood dove dining chair, set of four 1960s French Baumann bentwood dove
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Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950s French Baumann Bentwood Gentiane Dining Chair, Good Quantity Available
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s French Baumann bentwood Gentiane dining chair - good quantity available. Classic beech bistro
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950s French Baumann Bentwood Gentiane Dining Chair, Set of Six
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s French Baumann bentwood Gentiane dining chair - set of six. Classic beech bistro chair made
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950s French Baumann Bentwood Classic Shaped Dining Chair, Set of Twelve
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s French Baumann bentwood Classic shaped dining chair, set of twelve 1950s French Baumann
Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Pair of French Art Nouveau Period Bentwood Bistro Chairs Pressed Seats circa1900
By Baumann France
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Attributed to Baumann, this pair of French Art Nouveau period bentwood bistro chairs features
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Side Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Pair of French Art Nouveau Period Bentwood Bistro Chairs, Pressed Seats, c. 1900
By Baumann France
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This pair of French Art Nouveau period bentwood bistro chairs features pressed wood seats and seat
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Side Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950 s Baumann Bentwood Walnut Bistro Dining Chair, Various Quantities Availab
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
rapidly to be a large bentwood producer with showrooms all over France. In our view the chairs of the 50’s
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950 s Baumann Bleached Bentwood Café Dining Chair, Various Quantities Available
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
child’s chair but grew rapidly to be a large bentwood producer with showrooms all over France. Beautifully
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Pair of 1970s Bentwood Moller Styled Chairs and Ottoman by Baumann France Signed
By Baumann France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A lovely pair of side chairs and ottoman but Baumann France, circa 1970s. This bentwood Moller
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Wood

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
Category

Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Thonet Bentwood Accent Chair
By Thonet
Located in Long Island City, NY
Thonet bentwood accent chair with upholstered leather cushion.
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood, Bentwood

1950 s Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair, Single Bar Back, Set of Eight
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
, France. Baumann started producing a simple child’s chair but grew rapidly to be a large bentwood producer
Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

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
Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Dining Room Chairs

Pair of Unique French Industrial Bentwood Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Unique French 1950s bentwood side chairs. Similar chairs were used by Jacques Grange in a
Category

Vintage 1950s French Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Six Vintage French Baumann Beech Bentwood Moutte Dining Chairs, Sold as Pairs
By Jomaine Baumann
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classic beech bentwood dining chair made in France by Jomaine Baumann. Wonderful example of French
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Vintage Bentwood Child s Chair
Located in Houston, TX
A charming bentwood child's chair found in France. Sturdy and solid in joint, this spindle back
Category

Early 20th Century French Chairs

Pair of French 19th Century Stained Bentwood Side Chairs
By Michael Thonet
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Pair of French 19th Century Stained Bentwood Side Chairs.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Side Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1930 s Fischel French Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Three
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1930’s Fischel French bentwood dining chairs – set of three 1930’s Fischel French bentwood dining
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Vintage 1930s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950 s French Baumann Fourmi Dining Chair, Set of Five
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Baumann Fourmi dining chair – Set of five. 1950’s French Baumann Fourmi dining
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950s French Baumann Bentwood Classic Shaped Dining Chair, Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s French Baumann bentwood classic shaped dining chair – set of six 1950s French Baumann
Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Early 20th Century French Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Four
By Thonet
Located in High Point, NC
This set of early 20th-century dining chairs was crafted in France. The rounded sculptural
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Bentwood

Audoux Minet Cantilevered Bentwood Lounge Chairs
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet Cantilevered Bentwood Lounge Chairs France, circa 1950’s Manufactured
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rope, Wood

1960 s French Baumann Bentwood Dark Moutte Dining Chair - Set Of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s French Baumann Bentwood Dark Moutte Dining Chair – Set Of Six 1960’s French Baumann Bentwood
Category

Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950 s French Baumann Bentwood Classic Shaped Dining Chair - Set Of Eleven
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's French Baumann Bentwood Classic Shaped Dining Chair - Set Of Eleven. Classic beech bistro
Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of Three Fischel Chairs in Bentwood and Rattan, circa 1940
By Fischel Sons
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Fischel, circa 1940. Manufactured in France. This chair was a favorite of many
Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Bentwood

Bentwood and Rope French Mid-Century Stool Attributed to Audoux-Minet
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in London, GB
A bentwood rope stool. France, circa 1960s. Attributed to Audoux-Minet. A scarce model
Category

Mid-20th Century French Chairs

Materials

Rope, Bentwood

Antique Bentwood and Leather Rocking Chair by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in London, GB
Original antique Victorian Thonet bentwood rocking chair upholstered in brown leather and in good
Category

Antique 1890s French Victorian Rocking Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Pair of Period 1920s Era Bentwood Arm French Art Deco Club Chairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous pair of French Art deco club chairs from France made during the 1920s era. The
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Mahogany

1940 s Fischel Stamped Bentwood Dining Chairs - Good Quantity Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s Fischel Stamped Bentwood Dining Chairs – Good Quantity Available 1940’s Fischel Stamped
Category

Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

1950 s Baumann Honey Bentwood Café Dining Chair - Set Of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
simple child's chair but grew rapidly to be a large bentwood producer with showrooms all over France
Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Pair of Antique French Art Deco Bentwood and Leather Lounge Chairs
By Jan Vanek, Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This pair of authentic Art Deco lounge chairs is nothing short of rare and amazing. Petite in size
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

1940 s Mahieu Bentwood Walnut Saddle Back Dining Chairs, Set of Five
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s Mahieu bentwood walnut saddle back dining chairs – set of five 1940’s Mahieu bentwood
Category

Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

ExpertlyRestored-Ole Wanscher Model FD-120 Walnut Rocking Chair for France Son
By Ole Wanscher, France Søn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, crafted by France & Son in the 1950s. Made from walnut-stained beechwood, this chair features new tweed
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Walnut, Bentwood

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French Bentwood Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of French bentwood chairs available for sale. Frequently made of wood, bentwood and natural fiber, all French bentwood chairs available were constructed with great care. There are 161 antique and vintage French bentwood chairs for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 2 modern editions to choose from as well. French bentwood chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. French bentwood chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Industrial styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many French bentwood chairs are appealing in their simplicity, but Jomaine Baumann, Baumann France and Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet produced popular French bentwood chairs that are worth a look.

How Much are French Bentwood Chairs?

French bentwood chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,803, while the lowest priced sells for $135 and the highest can go for as much as $18,000.

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 French Bentwood Chairs
  • 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
    A French berère chair is a style of chair with an upholstered back and armrests. These French-style chairs are crafted to be wider than standard chairs with comfort in mind. You’ll find a variety of French berère chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The term French-style chair usually refers to one of two styles of chairs. The first is an upholstered armchair with an exposed wood frame, and the other is a cane chair with loose seat cushions. Both types of French-style chairs are also called bergères. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of bergères from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    French chairs are called bergère. Bergères have an upholstered back and armrests with wooden exposed framing. Bergère continues to be a popular style that adds an elegant touch to any room. You’ll find a selection of antique chairs 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.