These chairs are common but are collected. If it is a single dining chair, then it would not be worth very much. A set of 6 or 8 dining chairs would be worth more. If it is an single easy chair with a more complex frame, then it might be worth more money but it would be impossible to value it without seeing a photograph.
The scientific name for bentwood is Thonet technique, named after Michael Thonet who invented the process of bending wood for furniture production in the 19th century.
A Thonet Rocking Chair is a type of rocking chair that is made by the Thonet company. It is made of solid European Beech timber and uses a cane seat and back. The Thonet Rocking Chair has been in production for over 150 years.
what is the value of a standard bentwood chair madein poland with labels that say WACHOVIA aND STANDARD BENTWOOD 503-505 BROADWAY
You have to know by markings on chair or take it to the RoadShow for appraisal. Ex. I bought 4 Bentwood chairs in Atlanta in 1987 for 119.00 each that were made in Poland. They were not antiques.
Michael Thonet died in 1871.
Michael Thonet was born in 1796.
It is typically made as a bentwood chair that is beautifully designed and made to fit into any decor. It is well made and should last for many generations.
Benjamin Franklin is often credited with inventing the rocking chair in the 18th century. However, historical evidence suggests that it may have been designed by 18th-century craftsman Michael Thonet.
A Poang is a chair that has a springy Bentwood frame. It follows the shape of the body to support one's neck and lower back. One can purchase one of these chairs at Ikea.
The one I have is priceless to me as I rocked both my sons in it, but the real value can be anywhere from $70- $3,000 depending on a few things.If it is a replica (generally the back and seat are not hand woven and fall apart quickly) Replicas sell new for around $100, and fetch around $75 gently used.If it is an actual Thonet and not a replica, it should surely get at least $100-$150.There should be a number stamp, from that you can learn the age, as it gets older it becomes more pricey.Last, of course the condition of the chair brings the price up. How well the woven seat and back have held up, the condition of the wood and things like that all bring up or down the chair value.good luck, if you have a real thonet, in good condition . . . hold on to it (or sell it to me hehe)
A bentwood is any of a group of lengths of wood which have been made pliable with steam and bent into the appropriate shape, in order to make furniture or other items.
No, these are not worth the price. The only time an expensive ergonomic chair is worth it is when employees are working 3rd shift. If you must have an ergonomic chair then I would suggest Office Star Air Grid Delux Chair for under $200.