{"product_id":"set-of-twelve-french-bentwood-cafe-chairs-early-20th-century","title":"Set of Twelve French Bentwood Café Chairs, Early 20th Century","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis set of twelve French bentwood bistro chairs dates from the early 20th century and embodies the understated elegance of classic café furniture. Each chair features a gently curved crest rail, a slender spindle back, and a distinctive seat formed from narrow, closely fitted beech boards within a bentwood frame. The chairs have acquired a rich, well-worn patina with natural variations from decades of use. They remain sturdy and ready for everyday use, with minor age-related shrinkage, small cracks, and slight opening at some joints consistent with their age. Faded traces of the original maker's labels remain beneath some seats, though they are no longer legible. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBentwood furniture became a fixture of European cafés and bistros in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Developed by steaming and bending solid wood into graceful, durable forms, the technique made these chairs both lightweight and remarkably strong, making them ideal for busy commercial interiors and everyday use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWith their warm patina and subtle variations, this set brings the relaxed character of a traditional French café to a dining room or kitchen. The generous quantity makes it ideal for a long farmhouse table, while the classic bentwood silhouettes pair effortlessly with both rustic and contemporary interiors. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote \u003c\/strong\u003e: If you wish to purchase the set of six chairs only, this can be arranged. Please \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/pages\/contact-us\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Contact Chez Pluie\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e to discuss your requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition and patina consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003eEach measures approx. 31\" high x 17¼\" wide x 16¼\" deep. Seat height is 18½\"\u003cbr\u003eEach measures approx. 79cm high x 44cm wide x 41cm deep. Seat height is 47cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chez Pluie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54194812617042,"sku":"25104","price":9275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1166\/6698\/files\/DSC03570-Modifier-Modifier.jpg?v=1786003631","url":"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/products\/set-of-twelve-french-bentwood-cafe-chairs-early-20th-century","provider":"Chez Pluie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}