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1950’s Standard Blonde Farmhouse French Mixed Dining Chairs - Various Qty
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Standard Blonde Farmhouse French Mixed Dining Chairs – Various Quantities Available
1950’s
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 33.47 in W 17.33 in D 16.15 in
1950’s Standard Blonde Farmhouse French Mixed Dining Chairs - Set Of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
of this farmhouse blonde model. All chairs are original French bentwood chairs from the 1950’s and
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 33.47 in W 17.33 in D 16.15 in
1950’s Standard Blonde Farmhouse French Mixed Dining Chairs - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
of this farmhouse blonde model. All chairs are original French bentwood chairs from the 1950’s and
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 33.47 in W 17.33 in D 16.15 in
1950’S Standard Single Bar Blonde French Dining Chairs – Good Qty Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
select a random mix of this single bar blonde model. All chairs are original French bentwood chairs from
Category
Vintage 1950s European Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.5 in W 16.93 in D 18.9 in
1950’s Standard Single Bar Blonde French Dining Chairs - Good Qty
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Standard Single Bar Blonde French Dining Chairs – Good Quantities Available
1950’s Standard
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
1950’s Standard Single Bar Back Farmhouse French Mixed Dining Chairs - Good Quan
Located in Hook, Hampshire
model. All chairs are original French bentwood chairs from the 1950’s and every chair has been serviced
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 32.68 in W 16.93 in D 18.12 in
1950's French Baumann Blonde Beech Bentwood Dining Chairs, Various Qyt
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Baumann blonde beech bentwood dining chairs – various quantities available
1950’s
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 32.29 in W 16.15 in D 16.93 in
1960s French Baumann Honey Beech Bentwood Mondor Dining Chair, Set of Four
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960s French Baumann Honey Beech Bentwood Mondor Dining Chair – Set Of Four
1960s French Baumann
Category
Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 16.15 in
1960s French Baumann Honey Beech Bentwood Mondor Dining Chair, Set of Six
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960s French Baumann Honey Beech Bentwood Mondor Dining Chair – Set Of Six
1960s French Baumann
Category
Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 16.15 in
1950's French Baumann Blonde Beech Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Four
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Baumann blonde beech bentwood dining chairs – set of four (Model 1402)
1950’s
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 33.08 in W 15.75 in D 17.33 in
1950's French Baumann Blonde Beech Bentwood Dining Chairs, Various Qty Available
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Baumann blonde beech bentwood dining chairs – various quantities available
1950’s
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
H 31.5 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
1960's French Baumann Light Beech Bentwood Mondor Dining Chair, Set of Four
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s French Baumann light beech bentwood mondor dining chair – set of four
1960’s French
Category
Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.11 in W 15.75 in D 15.36 in
1950's French Bentwood Dark Bentwood Dining Chair - Large Quantity Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Bentwood Dark Bentwood Dining Chair – Large Quantity Available
1950’s French Bentwood
Category
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 32.29 in W 16.54 in D 19.69 in
1950's Baumann Bentwood Tri Back Dining Chair - Bleached - Various Qty
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Fontaine, France. Baumann started producing a simple child’s chair but grew rapidly to be a large bentwood
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.89 in W 16.15 in D 16.93 in
1950s Honey Colour Baumann Bentwood Dining Chairs, Harlequin Set of Fourteen
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Baumann Bentwood Dining Chairs – Harlequin Set of Fourteen. Classic beech bistro chair made in France by
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 30.71 in W 15.75 in D 16.15 in
1950's Baumann Bentwood Tri Back Dining Chair - Bleached - Set Of Six
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Baumann Bentwood Tri Back Dining Chair – Bleached – Set Of Six
1950’s Baumann Bentwood Tri
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.89 in W 16.15 in D 16.93 in
1950's Baumann Bentwood Tri Back Dining Chair - Honey - Set Of Four
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Baumann Bentwood Tri Back Dining Chair – Honey – Set Of Four
1950’s Baumann Bentwood Tri
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
1950's Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair, Single Bar Back, Set of Six
By Baumann France
Located in Hook, Hampshire
bentwood bistro dining chair – single bar back – set of six. Classic Beech bistro chair made in France by
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 32.29 in W 16.93 in D 16.15 in
Antique French Bentwood Cane Rocking Chair
Located in London, GB
A lovely antique bentwood cane rocking chair, this was made in France and dates from around the
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Georgian Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
1960's French Baumann Upholstered Bentwood Mondor Dining Chair - Large Qty
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960's French Baumann Upholstered Bentwood Mondor Dining Chair - Large Quantities Available
1960's
Category
Vintage 1960s French Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.89 in W 16.54 in D 19.69 in
French 19th Century Stained Bentwood Side Chair
By Michael Thonet
Located in Santa Monica, CA
French 19th Century Stained Bentwood Side Chair
Category
Antique 19th Century French Side Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
1970s Bentwood Lounge Chair
Located in Brecht, BE
A wonderful example of a vintage lounge chair, great lines.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood
Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, circa 1940
Located in New York City, NY
Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, France, c. 1940
Rustic, beautifully patinated chair with
Category
20th Century French Modern Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, circa 1940
Located in New York City, NY
Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, France, c. 1940
Rustic, beautifully patinated chair with
Category
20th Century French Modern Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
1950's Angular French Bentwood Dining Chairs - Set Of Five
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Angular French Bentwood Dining Chairs – Set Of Five.
Made by the maker Baumann. Baumann is
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Pair of Bistro Chairs Bentwood Technique, 20th Century, France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Pair of bistro chairs in the style of Thonet chairs with curved wood. Indeed Michael Thonet worked
Category
20th Century French Chairs
Materials
Wood
Bentwood Side Chairs by Societa Compensati Curvati, Italy
By Società Compensati Curvati
Located in London, Lambeth
This rare beautiful chair was manufactured by
Societá Compensati Curvati, Italy 1950’s Curved
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
1950's Dark Shaker Baumann Bentwood Dining Chairs - Set Of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Dark Shaker Baumann Bentwood Dining Chairs – Set Of Six.
Baumann is a slightly off the
Category
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
1950’s Honey Colour Baumann Bentwood Dining Chairs – Set Of Nine
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Bentwood Dining Chairs - Set Of Nine. Classic beech bistro chair made in France by the maker Baumann
Category
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Vintage Set of Bentwood Dining Chairs from France, circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Set Of Bentwood Dining Chairs From France, circa 1950. Nice models in the manner of Thonet
Category
Vintage 1950s European Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, France, c. 1940
Located in New York City, NY
Rustic, beautifully patinated chair with tubular steel and bent wood.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
Polished Steel and Bentwood Chair, France, c. 1940
Located in New York City, NY
Two available; priced individually.
Rustic, beautifully patinated chair with tubular steel and
Category
Vintage 1940s French Side Chairs
Materials
Steel
1960's French Baumann Bentwood Dark Moutte Dining Chair - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960's French Baumann Bentwood Dark Moutte Dining Chair - Set Of Four.
Classic beech chair made in
Category
Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 34.65 in W 15.75 in D 14.97 in
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
1950's Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair - Deep Back - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair – Deep Back – Set Of Four
1950’s Baumann Bentwood
Category
Vintage 1950s French Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 32.29 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
1950's French Baumann Wavy Back Bentwood Dining Chairs - Set Of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Baumann Wavy Back Bentwood Dining Chairs – Set Of Four
1950’s French Baumann Wavy
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 32.29 in W 15.36 in D 15.36 in
1950s French Baumann Blonde Tri Back Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s French Baumann Blonde Tri Back Bentwood Dining Chairs – Set Of Six
1950s French Baumann
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.11 in W 15.75 in D 16.15 in
1950's French Baumann Blonde Kick Leg Bentwood Dining Chairs, Various Quantitie
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Baumann Blonde kick leg bentwood dining chairs – various quantities available
1950’s
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.89 in W 16.54 in D 16.93 in
1950's French Baumann Blonde Round Leg Bentwood Dining Chairs, Various Qty
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Baumann blonde round leg bentwood dining chairs – various quantities available
1950
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 33.08 in W 16.54 in D 19.3 in
1950's French Baumann Blonde Slim Back Bentwood Dining Chairs, Various Quantiti
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Baumann Blonde slim back bentwood dining chairs – various quantities available
1950
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.11 in W 16.54 in D 18.12 in
Pair of Armchairs with Bentwood Arms, France 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Elegant pair of armchairs with bent ply arms and a flat metal connection between the seat and back that acts like a spring.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
1950's French Made Luterma Bentwood Dining Chairs, Various Qty Available
By Luterma
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French made Luterma bentwood dining chairs – various quantities available (Model OB
Category
Vintage 1950s Estonian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 32.68 in W 16.15 in D 18.51 in
1950's French Baumann Blonde Round Leg Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Baumann blonde round leg bentwood dining chairs – set of six
1950’s French Baumann
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 33.08 in W 16.54 in D 19.3 in
1950's French Baumann Blonde Round Leg Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Baumann blonde round leg bentwood dining chairs – set of four
1950’s French Baumann
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 33.08 in W 16.54 in D 19.3 in
1950's French Baumann Blonde Kick Leg Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Baumann blonde kick leg bentwood dining chairs – set of six
1950’s French Baumann
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.89 in W 16.54 in D 16.93 in
1950's French Baumann Blonde Kick Leg Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Baumann Blonde Kick leg bentwood dining chairs – set of four
1950’s French Baumann
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.89 in W 16.54 in D 16.93 in
19th Century Thonet Type Bentwood High Chair
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
4th quarter 19th century Thonet type bentwood high chair. Beech wood of warm honey tones. Restored
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Early 20th Century French Thonet Style Bentwood and Cane Child Rocking Chair
By Michael Thonet
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a kid's room with this antique Art Deco child rocking chair. Crafted in France circa 1920
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Rocking Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
H 23.5 in W 16 in D 39 in
Pair of Early 20th Century French Art Deco Period Bentwood Thonet Bistro Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This pair of Art Deco period chairs in the style of Thonet features bentwood frames with their
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
H 35 in W 16 in D 16.5 in
1950s Luterma Blonde Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Three
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s Luterma Blonde Bentwood Dining Chairs – Set Of Three
1950s Luterma Blonde Bentwood Dining
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
1950's Mixed Set Bentwood Dining Chairs - Set Of Ten
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's Mixed Set Bentwood Dining Chairs - Set Of Ten
1950's Mixed Set Bentwood Dining Chairs - Set
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
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
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Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 35.04 in W 17.33 in D 18.9 in
1970's Bentwood Honey Beech Bentwood Dining Chairs, Set of Fifteen
Located in Hook, Hampshire
bentwood dining chairs – set of fifteen. Sourced in France these are late production chairs from a
Category
Vintage 1970s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
Black Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet, circa 1950
By Thonet
Located in Barcelona, ES
Black bentwood chair designed in the style of Thonet. Made in France, circa 1950. In original
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
1950's Harlequin Mixed Bentwood Pub Dining Chairs - Set Of Eight
Located in Hook, Hampshire
, various styles of bentwood dining chairs, all original and mainly 1950’s, French dining chairs, although a
Category
Vintage 1950s 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
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
1950's Fischel Stamped Bentwood Upholstered Dining Chairs - Set Of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Fischel Stamped Bentwood Upholstered Dining Chairs – Set Of Six.
The process of steam
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 30.32 in W 16.93 in D 17.33 in
1950’s Classic Mixed Bentwood Pub Dining Chairs – Good Quantities Available
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's Classic Mixed Bentwood Pub Dining Chairs - Good Quantities Available. We have a regular
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 31.11 in W 19.3 in D 17.33 in
1950's Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining Chair - Honey - Set of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Baumann Bentwood Bistro Dining chair – Honey – Set Of Six
1950’s Baumann Bentwood Bistro
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Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
1950's French Baumann Honey Beech Bentwood Dining Chairs - Set Of Six
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950's French Baumann Honey Beech Bentwood Dining Chairs - Set Of Six.
Baumann is a slightly off
Category
Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
H 31.5 in W 16.15 in D 16.54 in
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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
- What is a bentwood chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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 ExpertAugust 15, 2024To 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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.
- When were Bentwood chairs made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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 are French chairs called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022French 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.
- What is a French berère chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is a French-style chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023What 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.
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