{"product_id":"set-of-4-antique-fischel-bentwood-bistro-chairs-early-20th-century-czech-art-nouveau-cafe-dining-chairs","title":"Set of 4 Antique Fischel Bentwood Bistro Chairs, Early 20th Century, Czech — Art Nouveau Cafe Dining Chairs","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare matched set of four bentwood bistro chairs by Fischel, one of the foremost Austro-Czech furniture manufacturers and a direct rival to Thonet. Each chair bears the original Fischel brand stamp, confirming authenticity and provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced in the early twentieth century — most likely between 1910 and 1930 — these chairs are exemplary of the Vienna Secession and Art Nouveau tradition of bentwood furniture. The frames are constructed from steam-bent beechwood in a deep espresso finish, with the characteristic saber legs, circular hoop stretcher, and original brass bolt hardware at the seat joints. Both the round slatted seats and the wide fan-shaped slatted backrests retain their warm honey-toned finish, displaying the distinctive striped pattern associated with Fischel’s café and bistro seating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set presents in good original condition commensurate with age. The frames are structurally sound. Surface wear including light scratches, minor scuffs to the leg ends, and patina consistent with a century of use is present throughout, contributing to the authentic character of the pieces. No repairs or re-finishing have been carried out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBentwood cafe chairs of this type were produced for use in the grand coffee houses and bistros of Central Europe. They remain highly collectible and are equally at home around a kitchen or dining table, in a restaurant setting, or as decorative accent pieces. A complete matched set of four with confirmed maker’s marks is increasingly difficult to source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold as a set of four. Collection preferred. Shipping available by arrangement with a specialist courier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions (per chair, approximate):\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 88 cm \/ 34.6 in\u003cbr\u003eSeat height: 46 cm \/ 18 in\u003cbr\u003eSeat diameter: 38 cm \/ 15 in\u003cbr\u003eWidth across back posts: 44 cm \/ 17.3 in\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"windsorvintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58039117447542,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/2834\/5765\/files\/502917D4-5CFE-4D58-B91F-98835EB5566F.jpg?v=1780841011","url":"https:\/\/windsor-vintage.co.uk\/products\/set-of-4-antique-fischel-bentwood-bistro-chairs-early-20th-century-czech-art-nouveau-cafe-dining-chairs","provider":"windsorvintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}