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Original Deep Brown Leather Hardoy Butterfly Chair, Issued by Knoll, 1950s
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Butterfly Chair with chocolate brown leather sling, designed by Antonio Bonet, Juan
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Original Mid-Century Black Iron Leather Butterfly Chair Beautiful Patina
By Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Original mid-century black Iron leather butterfly chair beautiful Patina. All original chair the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy Butterfly Chair for Knoll in Original Dark Brown Leather
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
We have another model of the butterfly chair with light brown leather listed.
The butterfly
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 35.04 in W 30.71 in D 26.78 in
Vintage Butterfly Chair with Original Orange Canvass Sling Seat att. to Knoll
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Mid Century design lounge chair, attributed to Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, for Knoll. This example
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 35.5 in W 34 in D 24 in
Butterfly Chairs by Inge e Luciano Rubino, 1960s
By Inge & Luciano Rubino, Sorø Stolefabrik
Located in Roma, IT
Butterfly chairs is an original design item realized by Inge e Luciano Rubino in the 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Chairs
Materials
Wood, Fabric
Arne Jacobsen Red & Chrome Butterfly Chair
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Hanover, MA
Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen red 3107 butterfly side chair with chromed legs. Original design
Category
1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 4 original grey Fritz Hansen butterfly chairs from 1984 Danish design
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Harderwijk, NL
the butterfly chair. These are original specimens from 1984 and due to their timeless appearance, they
Category
20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 20.87 in
"Butterfly" Chair designed by Designed by Jorge Hardoy-Ferrari for Knoll, 1960s
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original "Butterfly" chair black lacquered metal and original red leather, suede. Designed by Jorge
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 37.8 in W 36.23 in D 33.47 in
F675 Butterfly Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This stunning "Butterfly" lounge chair with the original leather is designed by Pierre Paulin and
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Leather Butterfly Chairs, Pair
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Vintage elephant leather "Butterfly Chairs”. Original leather sling with nice brown patina, circa
Category
Vintage 1950s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Cowhide Butterfly Chairs
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pair of cowhide butterfly chairs with original white frames.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Cowhide
3107 Butterfly Teak and Plywood Chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Berlin, DE
These original "Butterfly" chairs designed by Arne Jacobsen were produced during the 1960s and
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 33.86 in W 22.05 in D 23.63 in
Butterfly Dining Chair by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in BAARLO, LI
Original butterfly chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen. A famous design from 1955, this
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal
Original Pierre Paulin Butterfly Chair
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural leather and nickel chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort. Type F675. Original leather and
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Rocking Chairs
Materials
Nickel
Mid Century Butterfly Chair with Original Cow Hide
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very nice mid century butterly chair with original cow hide
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Iron
Sculptural Butterfly Chair in Original White Leather
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural Butterfly Chair designed by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, circa 1960's. Rarely seen in the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Slipper Chairs
All Original Butterfly Chair by Knoll International
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Munich, DE
produced by knoll from 1947-1973.this is an early example in nice patinated condition.
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Pair of Original Vintage Hardoy Butterfly Chairs in Suede
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of original vintage Hardoy butterfly chairs in suede.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Butterfly Chair by Knoll International in Original Brown Cognac Leather
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Mid-Century Modern butterfly chair by Knoll International in original leather
Butterfly chair by
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 33.47 in W 33.47 in D 30.71 in
Pierre Paulin for Artifort 'Butterfly' Chair in Original Black Leather
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Dronten, NL
Pierre Paulin for Artifort 'Butterfly' chair model F675 in nickel-plated steel and leather. This
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Nickel
H 25.99 in W 31.89 in D 25.2 in
Mid-Century Vintage Leather Butterfly Chair
Located in Round Top, TX
Mid-Century Modern butterfly chair with exceptionally beautiful original leather in cognac on a
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Chairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Butterfly Chair by Knoll International in Original Leather
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Butterfly chair by Knoll International with exceptionally beautiful original leather in cognac on a
Category
Vintage 1940s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
H 35.44 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Butterfly Chair by Knoll International in Original Leather
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Butterfly chair by Knoll International with exceptionally beautiful original leather in cognac on a
Category
Vintage 1940s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 33.47 in W 33.47 in D 30.71 in
A Pair of Saddle Leather Buterfly Chairs
Located in NYC, NY
A pair of Butterfly chairs with original blue painted metal and distressed saddle leather covers.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Materials
Metal
F675 Loungechair designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort
Located in Dronten, NL
F675 Loungechair designed by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, also known as Butterfly Chair.
All
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Original Cognac Leather Hardoy Butterfly Chair, Issued by Knoll, 1950s
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Butterfly Chair with tan leather sling, designed by Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan & Jorge
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pierre Paulin Butterfly Chair, F675, in Original Early Edition
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Armchair, type F675, that is known as the butterfly chair, designed by French top designer Pierre
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Nickel
Hardoy Butterfly Chair with Original Orange Canvas Sling Seat
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in New York, NY
Hip sling chair with vintage orange canvas sling seat, on wrought iron frame.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Slick Original Hardoy Butterfly in Black Leather
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Hardoy "Butterfly Chair" iconic form from the 1950's with the original black leather sling
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Iron Frame Butterfly Chair Frames, A Pair
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll, Bonet, Kurchan, and Hardoy
Located in Garnerville, NY
A very good and early pair of iron frame butterfly sling chairs. The original design dates to the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
Knoll Hardoy Butterfly Sling Chairs 1954 brown leather
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Early pair of Knoll Hardoy butterfly chairs with beautiful original patinated cognac leather slings
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Rare Matched Pair of Ferrari Hardoy Butterfly Chairs for Knoll
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Butterfly chair pair by Knoll International with exceptionally beautiful original leather in cognac
Category
Vintage 1930s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid Century F675 Butterfly Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1960s
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This stunning "Butterfly" lounge chair with the original leather is designed by Pierre Paulin and
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
H 26.78 in W 31.89 in D 25.2 in
Original Vintage Butterfly Chair by Knoll International
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Crowborough, East Sussex
Original midcentury butterfly chair by Knoll International, with a lovely original suede seat
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Suede
PAIR "HARDOY" BUTTERFLY CHAIRS WITH ORIGINAL BLACK LEATHER
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair butterfly chairs designed by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy with original black leather covers.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Chairs
Materials
Iron
Great Butterfly Chair with Original Leather Seat
Located in Hudson, NY
nice early iron frame with warm butterscotch leather seat
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Pierre Paulin "Butterfly" Chairs
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Antwerp, BE
chair, type F675 is better known as the "Butterfly" chair by Pierre Paulin. Original early production
Category
Vintage 1960s French Chairs
Materials
Leather
'Butterfly" Chair by Pierre Paulin
Located in Wainscott, NY
"Butterfly Chair by Pierre Paulin.
Original Leather on Metal Body
Category
Vintage 1960s Chairs
Materials
Metal
pierre paulin F675 'butterfly' chair
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
pieere paulin butterfly chair in original patinated cognac leather supported by an architectural
Category
Vintage 1960s French Chairs
Hardoy "Butterfly" Chair w/ Original Leather Cover c.1960's
Located in Easton, PA
"Butterfly" chair of wrought iron with the original leather cover designed by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Category
Vintage 1960s American Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Pierre Paulin Butterfly Chairs in Original Leather, Netherlands, 1963
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Sylacauga, AL
A handsome pair of Pierre Paulin Butterfly chairs for Artifort, model F675, in original cognac
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 25 in W 32.5 in D 28 in
Pair of Pierre Paulin Butterfly Chairs #675
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classic pair of original butterfly chairs.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Leather Butterfly Chair by Ferrari Hardoy
Located in Stamford, CT
Leather Butterfly Chair by Ferrari Hardoy Original Leather
Category
Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs
Pierre Paulin Pair of Chairs, "Butterfly"
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Antwerp, BE
chair, type F675 is better known as the "Butterfly" chair by Pierre Paulin. Original early production
Category
Vintage 1960s French Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
BKF Chair
Located in New York, NY
Iron frame BKF "Butterfly" Chair with original canvas seat circa 1950
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Butterly Chair in Cognac Leather by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy for Knoll
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Maastricht, NL
Early Knoll wrought solid iron base butterfly chair in original vintage condition with a perfect
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Rosewood Dining Table with Nested Chairs by Hans Olsen
Located in New York, NY
. This version has the four legged chairs and a butterfly leaf. The chairs have their original cognac
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rosewood, Leather
Bertoia Butterfly Chair
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Single chrome finish Bertoia butterfly chair. Unmarked. No longer has original cushion.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Butterfly Wing Chair
Located in Southampton, NY
Butterfly Wing Chair in original velvet, was from a hotel in Chicago from the 1920's,
Category
Early 20th Century French Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
Rare 'Butterfly' Dining suite by Kurt Ostervig for Brande Mobelindustri
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Sundridge, GB
Stunning extending circular Walnut Dining Table with 6 Original Butterfly Chairs, the chairs are
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Pierre Paulin "Butterfly" Seat
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Antwerp, BE
better known as the "Butterfly" chair. Original early production frame with very nice black original
Category
Vintage 1960s French Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Original 1960s Hand-Stitched Leather Butterfly Chair by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Chicago, IL
Original 1960s hand-stitched leather butterfly chair by Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 33 in W 33.25 in D 33 in
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Butterfly Chair Original For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic butterfly chair original available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, animal skin and leather, every butterfly chair original was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect butterfly chair original — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each butterfly chair original bearing Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one butterfly chair original that is appealing in its simplicity, but Jorge Ferrari Hardoy, Knoll and Pierre Paulin produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Butterfly Chair Original?
Prices for a butterfly chair original can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $675 and can go as high as $8,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,839.
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 Butterfly Chair Original
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Butterfly chair, also known as the BKF or Hardoy chair, was made in 1938 in Buenos Aires. It is recognizable by its metal frame and suspended seat, created by the large sling of material hung from the frame’s highest points. Shop the unique style from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Who made the butterfly chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy made the butterfly chair. The three architects created the design in 1938 at their firm in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Their design draws inspiration from Joseph Beverly Fenby's Tripolina chair produced in 1877. Shop a variety of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Butterfly chairs were popular in the 1950s. Due to a renewed interest in mid-century modern design, the chairs are also used to decorate homes today. The original name of the butterfly chair is the BKF after its three designers, Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy. You'll find a range of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- Do butterfly chairs fold up?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Whether or not Butterfly chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. Many people find that the way the upholstery of the Butterfly chair hangs from its metal frame provides plenty of support for the body. Plus, its sling design invites users to settle in and relax. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy designed the Butterfly chair. The trio met while working in Le Corbusier's studio and then moved to Argentina, where they founded the Grupo Austral. In 1938, they unveiled their now iconic chair, which was inspired by a previous work called Tripolona, which they designed using inspiration from folding, collapsible chairs used by the British military. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The slipper chair originated in 18th century Europe. It was used in women’s bedrooms as seating for when maids would assist them in putting on their slippers. Today, a slipper chair refers to a low-slung chair. Browse a selection of modern and antique slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024How you tell if a Butterfly chair is real depends on what you mean by the term "real." If by real you mean an authentic Knoll Butterfly chair produced from 2018 and onwards, first look for the Knoll label found under the seat. Compare this label to images found online to begin to assess its authenticity. Then, examine the metal frame of the chair. An authentic Knoll Butterfly chair will be evenly polished and show no imperfections, such as highly visible welding marks. Any flaws will usually indicate that a piece is counterfeit. On the other hand, if by real you mean an original Butterfly chair made by Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, the answer is that your chair is unlikely to be. The designers only created three Butterfly chairs, which are all part of museum collections. To learn more about the age and maker of your Butterfly chair, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Explore a range of Knoll Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In 1949, Hans Wegner made the original Wishbone chair, a bentwood piece with a curved rail and Y-back. Today, Carl Hansen & Søn manufactures the chair based on Wegner's original design. You can find a variety of Hans Wegner chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The original Eames chair and matching ottoman were designed by Charles and Ray Aemes for the Herman Miller furniture company in 1956. The Eames chair is considered the epitome of modern interior design and is widely coveted by home decor enthusiasts. Browse a range of authenticated Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The original Barcelona chair designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe featured ivory upholstery made of pigskin leather. Modern incarnations come in a wide range of upholstery colors and are available from Knoll Furniture. You'll find a variety of Barcelona chairs 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The original Eames chair was made out of molded plywood and leather. Charles and Ray Eames designed the iconic mid-century modern chair for Herman Miller in 1958. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Eames chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify an original Wishbone chair, first look at the backrest. Originals feature bentwood frames, so the backrest will be a single piece of wood. Most later reproductions are composed of two or three pieces of wood and will display noticeable seams. Next, look at the seat. Authentic originals will have perfect 90-degree angles at all four corners and many lines in the center with a tight weave. Imperfect corners, a few central lines and loose weaving are all signs of a reproduction. Finally, measure the distance between the bottom of the Y on the backrest and the seat. On originals, the distance is 10 millimeters. Any variations will usually indicate that a chair is a reproduction. When in doubt, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of Hans J. Wegner Wishbone chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 14, 2024One way to spot an original Wassily chair is to look at the tubular steel frame. There will be no weld in the corners. The frame of an authentic Wassily chair is a single continuous piece of chromed tubular steel, with no cap on the end. Each original Wassily chair should feel lightweight but robust. It's a well-made chair and will feel like one. The material used for the seat and backrest, which was initially durable canvas — Knoll's Wassily chairs are available with leather slings — should feel equally substantial even if it's a vintage model. Lastly, the price of a real Wassily chair will also reflect the fact that this is a collectible design.
Inspired by bicycle handlebars, the Wassily lounge chair is one of Marcel Breuer's (1902–81) greatest achievements. Even though the tubular metal chair looked like an artifact from the future when the Hungarian-American designer and architect conceived it in 1925, Breuer could not have foreseen the significant impact that this would have on modern design.
Find original Wassily chairs for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell a real Hardoy Butterfly chair, examine the frame closely. An authentic chair will have a sturdy steel frame. If the metal seems flimsy or thin, it will unlikely be a genuine Hardoy. In addition, real Butterfly chairs are free of joints and hinges, so you can generally conclude that a chair is a reproduction if you spot either. If you'd like a professional opinion on your chair, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. Find a range of BKF Hardoy Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022There are a number of ways that you can tell an original Marcel Breuer chair. One trick is to examine the frame. If you see end caps, you're likely looking at a replica. Authentic Breuer chairs featured polished, welded ends. Some chairs also feature stickers that identify the model name located under their seats. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Marcel Breuer chairs.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Which chair is best for a George Nakashima Origins for Widdicomb desk is largely a matter of preference. George Nakashima chairs with Shaker-inspired spindle backs like the Mira and Conoid tend to complement the lines of the desks in the collection. However, you can mix and match styles to create an eclectic look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of George Nakashima desks and chairs.
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