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Used Bankers Chairs

Early 20th C. Oak and Vinyl Upholstered Seat Rolling & Swivelling Banker's Chair
Early 20th C. Oak and Vinyl Upholstered Seat Rolling & Swivelling Banker's Chair

Early 20th C. Oak and Vinyl Upholstered Seat Rolling & Swivelling Banker's Chair

Located in Germantown, MD

An Early 20th Century Oak and Vinyl Upholstered Seat Rolling, tilting and Swivelling Banker's Chair. Measures 23.5" in width, 20" in depth and stands 35" tall.

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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

20th Century Victorian Style Oak Bankers Chair
20th Century Victorian Style Oak Bankers Chair

20th Century Victorian Style Oak Bankers Chair

Located in Germantown, MD

A 20th Century Victorian style patinated Oak bankers desk Chair . Very solid construction. Very good vintage condition.

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Late 20th Century American Victorian Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Oak

Heywood Brothers & Wakefield Company Banker's Chair c.1920
Heywood Brothers & Wakefield Company Banker's Chair c.1920

Heywood Brothers & Wakefield Company Banker's Chair c.1920

By Heywood Brothers & Co., Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Antique solid oak adjustable swivel banker's or library desk chair with cast iron mechanisms.

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Early 20th Century Industrial Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Steel, Iron

Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Walnut Banker's Chair, Circa 1920s
Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Walnut Banker's Chair, Circa 1920s

Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Walnut Banker's Chair, Circa 1920s

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period carved walnut banker, juror, or lawyer chair In the manner of Heywood Wakefield USA, Circa 1920s Measures: 24.25"W x 21.75"...

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1920s American Arts and Crafts Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Walnut

B. L. Marble Chair Co. Antique Mission Arts & Crafts Walnut Banker's Chair, 1910
B. L. Marble Chair Co. Antique Mission Arts & Crafts Walnut Banker's Chair, 1910

B. L. Marble Chair Co. Antique Mission Arts & Crafts Walnut Banker's Chair, 1910

By B.L. Marble Chair Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period carved walnut banker, juror, or lawyer chair By B.L. Marble Chair Co.

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Walnut

1982 Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Bankers Chair in Lacquered Ash & Mohair
1982 Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Bankers Chair in Lacquered Ash & Mohair

1982 Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Bankers Chair in Lacquered Ash & Mohair

By Brickel Associates, Ward Bennett

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Bankers Armchair, initially designed by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates in 1965.

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1980s American Modern Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Foam, Ash, Fabric

1983 Pair of Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Dining Bankers Chairs in Oak
1983 Pair of Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Dining Bankers Chairs in Oak

1983 Pair of Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Dining Bankers Chairs in Oak

By Brickel Associates, Ward Bennett

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Bankers Armchairs, initially designed by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates in 1965.

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1980s American Modern Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 Chairs by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates
Set of 4 Chairs by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates

Set of 4 Chairs by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates

By Ward Bennett, Brickel Associates

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A set of four (4) 'Bankers' chairs in natural oiled walnut with the original coquille upholstery.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1 Jack Lenor Larsen Bankers Arm Chair
1 Jack Lenor Larsen Bankers Arm Chair

1 Jack Lenor Larsen Bankers Arm Chair

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1 Jack Lenor Larsen Bankers Arm Chair

By Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Pasadena, TX

Jack Larsen Banker style arm chairs Traditional yet modern spin on a "Bankers Chair" in an ebonized finish.

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Late 20th Century North American Regency Revival Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Wood

Peter Shelton and Lee Mindel Set of Four 'Shelton Mindel" Dining Chairs
Peter Shelton and Lee Mindel Set of Four 'Shelton Mindel" Dining Chairs

Peter Shelton and Lee Mindel Set of Four 'Shelton Mindel" Dining Chairs

By Lee Mindel, Peter Shelton

Located in Dallas, TX

Peter Shelton and Lee Mindel removed mass, tweaked proportions and simplified lines to reinterpret the traditional banker’s chair, creating a contemporary chair that echoes the stanc...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

1 Ward Bennett For Brickel Fabric Upholstered Arm Chair
1 Ward Bennett For Brickel Fabric Upholstered Arm Chair

1 Ward Bennett For Brickel Fabric Upholstered Arm Chair

By Ward Bennett

Located in Pasadena, TX

A more traditional take on Ward Bennett's Banker chairs. Designed by Ward Bennett for Brickel.

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Late 20th Century Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

Group of 3 Solid Wood Bankers or Library Chairs Early 20th Century
Group of 3 Solid Wood Bankers or Library Chairs Early 20th Century

Group of 3 Solid Wood Bankers or Library Chairs Early 20th Century

By Johnson Chair Company, Gunlocke

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Group of Three Early 20th Century American Institutional Library Chairs A rare and cohesive group of three early 20th century American institutional library chairs, distinguished by...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

C1940 Bankers Dining Room Armchairs 3 Square Back  1 Round back Available
C1940 Bankers Dining Room Armchairs 3 Square Back  1 Round back Available

C1940 Bankers Dining Room Armchairs 3 Square Back 1 Round back Available

By Gunlocke

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous collection of hardwood bankers chairs often found in offices, jury rooms, conference centers etc.

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1940s American American Classical Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Maple, Oak, Walnut

Golden oak swivel tilt English bankers desk or task chair in original finish
Golden oak swivel tilt English bankers desk or task chair in original finish

Golden oak swivel tilt English bankers desk or task chair in original finish

By B.L. Marble Chair Co.

Located in Ferndale, MI

Solid oak and steel bankers task or desk chair . Solid golden oak chair with heavy duty steel ball bearing swivel tilt mechanism .

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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Steel

Early 20th Century Antique Oak Bankers Swivel Desk Chair
Early 20th Century Antique Oak Bankers Swivel Desk Chair

Early 20th Century Antique Oak Bankers Swivel Desk Chair

Located in Pasadena, TX

Early 20th Century Antique American Walnut Library Lawyers Desk Chair, circa 1930s. Features a curved back, contoured seat, swivel / leaning mechanism and wheels for ease of moving. ...

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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Wood, Oak

1984 Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Dining Chair Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric
1984 Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Dining Chair Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric

1984 Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates Dining Chair Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric

By Ward Bennett, Brickel Associates

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Bankers Chair, initially designed by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates in 1965.

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1980s American Modern Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Steel

50 Vintage Cherry Bank Of England Chairs by Jasper Chair Co.
50 Vintage Cherry Bank Of England Chairs by Jasper Chair Co.

50 Vintage Cherry Bank Of England Chairs by Jasper Chair Co.

By Johnson Furniture Company

Located in Pasadena, TX

This is a wonderful set of Bankers armchairs. Each chair has a ribbed back and curled arms.

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20th Century American Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Edwardian Quartersawn Oak Bankers Lawyers Desk Chair Leather Seat Swivel
Antique Edwardian Quartersawn Oak Bankers Lawyers Desk Chair Leather Seat Swivel

Antique Edwardian Quartersawn Oak Bankers Lawyers Desk Chair Leather Seat Swivel

Located in Dayton, OH

Charming Edwardian Era Desk Chair, circa 1900s. Features a quartersawn oak frame with a slat back, contoured arms and a leather seat. The seat is mounted over an adjustable base. ...

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Early 20th Century Edwardian Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

1970s Set of 4, Ward Bennett Brickel Associates Dining Bankers Arm Chairs
1970s Set of 4, Ward Bennett Brickel Associates Dining Bankers Arm Chairs

1970s Set of 4, Ward Bennett Brickel Associates Dining Bankers Arm Chairs

By Ward Bennett

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of four Bankers Arm Chairs, originally designed by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates in 1965.

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1970s American Modern Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Foam, Walnut, Velvet

Antique JB Van Sciver Oak Wood Swivel Ship Captains Courthouse Bankers Arm Chair
Antique JB Van Sciver Oak Wood Swivel Ship Captains Courthouse Bankers Arm Chair

Antique JB Van Sciver Oak Wood Swivel Ship Captains Courthouse Bankers Arm Chair

By J.B. Van Sciver Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique JB Van Sciver Oak Wood Swivel Ship Captains Courthouse Bankers Arm Chair. Item features a floor mount porcelain enamel cast iron pedestal base, reversible seat with cane and ...

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Early 20th Century Victorian Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Iron

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Bankers Chair Red Finish
Bankers Chair Red Finish

Bankers Chair Red Finish

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H 25 in W 25 in D 24 in

Bankers Chair Red Finish

Located in Newtown, CT

Bankers chair, with red finish possibly mahogany.

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1920s American Art Deco Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair Antique Bankers Chairs
Pair Antique Bankers Chairs

Pair Antique Bankers Chairs

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H 33.5 in W 22.5 in D 20 in

Pair Antique Bankers Chairs

Located in Culver City, CA

This handsome pair of armchairs with red leather upholstery have nicely shaped armrests, tapered legs and supporting stretchers. Originally used at a banker's desk, this pair is well...

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1940s American Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Walnut Banker Chairs by Ward Bennett for Brickel
Walnut Banker Chairs by Ward Bennett for Brickel

Walnut Banker Chairs by Ward Bennett for Brickel

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H 32 in W 24 in D 22 in

Walnut Banker Chairs by Ward Bennett for Brickel

By Brickel Associates, Ward Bennett

Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

These Mid-Century walnut chairs by Ward Bennett for Brickel graced the lobby of a disgraced savings and loan. Priced individually. Please note that three of these chairs are upholst...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Bankers Adjustable Swivel Chair Office Chair
Bankers Adjustable Swivel Chair Office Chair

Bankers Adjustable Swivel Chair Office Chair

Unavailable

H 32 in W 24.5 in D 28 in

Bankers Adjustable Swivel Chair Office Chair

Located in Newtown, CT

Bankers swivel chair adjustable and on wheels. Worn finish with warm patina.

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1920s American Art Deco Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Salomonson Chromed Armchair
Salomonson Chromed Armchair

Salomonson Chromed Armchair

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H 27.17 in W 27.17 in D 29.53 in

Salomonson Chromed Armchair

By AP Originals, Hein Salomonson

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Designed in the 1960s by Hein Salomonson for AP Originals, also known under the name of Polak. Bankers lounge chair, chromed frame and black mixed wool upholstery.  

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Bankers Chair
Bankers Chair

Bankers Chair

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H 40 in W 28 in D 27 in

Bankers Chair

Located in Surrey, BC

Rare Canadian bankers chair from a major bank in Canada. Aged leather over wood frame and swivel base

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Early 20th Century Canadian Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Ash Wood Banker's Chairs, Pair
Vintage Ash Wood Banker's Chairs, Pair

Vintage Ash Wood Banker's Chairs, Pair

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H 31.5 in W 21 in D 18 in

Vintage Ash Wood Banker's Chairs, Pair

Located in Astoria, NY

Vintage Ash wood Banker's chairs, a pair, with curving crest rail and arms above eight back splats, with upholstered seats above square tapering legs to front and sabre legs to back.

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20th Century Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Vintage Bankers Chairs by Sikes of Buffalo N.Y.
Pair of Vintage Bankers Chairs by Sikes of Buffalo N.Y.

Pair of Vintage Bankers Chairs by Sikes of Buffalo N.Y.

By Sikes Chair Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage bankers chair courtroom chair Sykes Co Inc Buffalo, NY These are solid wood bankers chairs.

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1940s American Art Deco Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Art Deco Bankers Chairs English, Circa 1935
Pair of Art Deco Bankers Chairs English, Circa 1935

Pair of Art Deco Bankers Chairs English, Circa 1935

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

An Art Deco pair of Bankers chairs. Birdseye maple veneered with solid satin birch legs.

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1930s English Art Deco Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of High Quality Leather Upholstery Banker's Chairs
Pair of High Quality Leather Upholstery Banker's Chairs

Pair of High Quality Leather Upholstery Banker's Chairs

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of outstanding bankers chairs by Hancock & Moore

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Bankers Chairs

The Taylor Chair Co. Antique Oak Bankers Chair
The Taylor Chair Co. Antique Oak Bankers Chair

The Taylor Chair Co. Antique Oak Bankers Chair

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H 33.5 in W 18 in L 33.5 in

The Taylor Chair Co. Antique Oak Bankers Chair

By Taylor Chair co.

Located in Germantown, MD

Late 1800s bankers swivel chair In amazing excelleny antique condition ~ The Taylor Chair Co. sticker is present, even though torn

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1870s American American Colonial Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Iron

An Original Pair of Art Deco Bankers Chairs English Circa 1935
An Original Pair of Art Deco Bankers Chairs English Circa 1935

An Original Pair of Art Deco Bankers Chairs English Circa 1935

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

An Art Deco pair of Bankers chairs. Birdseye maple veneered with solid satin birch legs.

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1930s English Art Deco Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Leather, Birdseye Maple, Satinwood

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Banker's Chair
Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Banker's Chair

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Banker's Chair

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H 34.63 in W 23 in D 22.5 in

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Banker's Chair

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique solid quarter sawn oak banker, juror, or lawyer chair In the manner of Heywood Wakefield USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 23"W x 22.5"D x 34.63"H.

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Banker's Chairs, Pair
Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Banker's Chairs, Pair

Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Banker's Chairs, Pair

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of antique solid quarter sawn oak banker, juror, or lawyer chairs In the manner of Heywood Wakefield USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 23"W x 22.5"D x 34.63"H.

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Oak

Midcentury Solid Walnut Banker's Chairs by Johnson Chair Co., Set of Four
Midcentury Solid Walnut Banker's Chairs by Johnson Chair Co., Set of Four

Midcentury Solid Walnut Banker's Chairs by Johnson Chair Co., Set of Four

By Johnson Chair Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of four vintage solid walnut banker, juror, or lawyer chairs By Johnson Chair Co.

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Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Leather Lounge Chairs or Bankers Chairs
Pair of Leather Lounge Chairs or Bankers Chairs

Pair of Leather Lounge Chairs or Bankers Chairs

Located in Surrey, BC

Great part of Canadian iconic chairs, once belonging to the executive of Loblaws. they are consistent with wear and tear from daily use. Showing great patina and recently discovered...

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1920s Canadian Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wool

Ward Bennett  bankers  pair of chairs
Ward Bennett  bankers  pair of chairs

Ward Bennett bankers pair of chairs

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H 32 in W 23 in D 25 in

Ward Bennett bankers pair of chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Nice and elegant pair of Ward Bennett pair of bankers chairs.

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1960s American Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set Of Four Ward Bennett Leather Arm Chairs
Set Of Four Ward Bennett Leather Arm Chairs

Set Of Four Ward Bennett Leather Arm Chairs

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H 32.5 in W 23 in D 24 in

Set Of Four Ward Bennett Leather Arm Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

Rare set of four 'Banker' chairs by Bennett, for Brickel. Black lacquered walnut frames and upholstered in dark saddle leather.

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20th Century American Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Leather

1 Oak Bank of England Chair
1 Oak Bank of England Chair

1 Oak Bank of England Chair

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H 31 in W 23.5 in D 22.75 in

1 Oak Bank of England Chair

Located in Pasadena, TX

1 vintage bankers chair on casters. Height adjustable within a range of 5".

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Oak

Original Art Deco Chestnut Leather and Walnut Bankers Armchairs
Original Art Deco Chestnut Leather and Walnut Bankers Armchairs

Original Art Deco Chestnut Leather and Walnut Bankers Armchairs

By Harry & Lou Epstein Furniture Co

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of Art Deco bankers chairs by Harry & Lou Epstein. Figured walnut banding with chestnut leather re-upholstery.

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1920s English Art Deco Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Set of Eight Ward Bennett Cane Chairs
Set of Eight Ward Bennett Cane Chairs

Set of Eight Ward Bennett Cane Chairs

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H 31 in W 24.5 in D 22 in

Set of Eight Ward Bennett Cane Chairs

Located in Pasadena, TX

A set of eight Ward Bennett "Bankers" chairs made by Brickel Associates. This design represents Ward Bennett's updating of the traditional banker's chair.

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1960s American Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Oak, Cane

Set of Four Ward Bennett Cane Chairs
Set of Four Ward Bennett Cane Chairs

Set of Four Ward Bennett Cane Chairs

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H 31 in W 24.5 in D 22 in

Set of Four Ward Bennett Cane Chairs

Located in Pasadena, TX

A set of four Ward Bennett "Bankers" chairs made by Brickel Associates. This design represents Ward Bennett's updating of the traditional banker's chair.

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1960s American Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Oak, Cane

Pair of Ward Bennett Library Chairs
Pair of Ward Bennett Library Chairs

Pair of Ward Bennett Library Chairs

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H 32 in W 22.5 in D 21 in

Pair of Ward Bennett Library Chairs

By Ward Bennett, Brickel Associates

Located in New York, NY

These "Banker" chairs were designed by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates in the 1980s.

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1980s Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Oak

1 Ward Bennett Geiger Lounge Chair
1 Ward Bennett Geiger Lounge Chair

1 Ward Bennett Geiger Lounge Chair

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H 32 in W 29.25 in D 31 in

1 Ward Bennett Geiger Lounge Chair

By Ward Bennett

Located in Pasadena, TX

Pair of Ward Bennett Bankers chairs for Geiger Pair of club chairs designed by Ward Bennett for Geiger.

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Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Four Ward Bennett Leather Arm Chairs
Four Ward Bennett Leather Arm Chairs

Four Ward Bennett Leather Arm Chairs

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H 32.5 in W 24 in D 23 in

Four Ward Bennett Leather Arm Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

Rare set of four 'Banker' chairs by Bennett, for Brickel. Black lacquered walnut frames and upholstered in saddle brown-red leather.

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1970s American Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Lacquer

Set Of Six Ward Bennett For Brickel Leather Arm Chairs
Set Of Six Ward Bennett For Brickel Leather Arm Chairs

Set Of Six Ward Bennett For Brickel Leather Arm Chairs

Located in Pasadena, TX

A set of six "Bankers" chairs designed by Ward Bennett for Brickel.

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Late 20th Century American Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Antique B.L. Marble Oak Rolling Lawyers Banker Office Desk Chair
Antique B.L. Marble Oak Rolling Lawyers Banker Office Desk Chair

Antique B.L. Marble Oak Rolling Lawyers Banker Office Desk Chair

By B.L. Marble Chair Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique B.L. marble oak rolling lawyers banker office desk chair. Item features adjustable height, rolling casters, solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, original label, ver...

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Early 20th Century American Mission Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Two Chairs Banker Thonet Mundus, 1929
Set of Two Chairs Banker Thonet Mundus, 1929

Set of Two Chairs Banker Thonet Mundus, 1929

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H 27.96 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in

Set of Two Chairs Banker Thonet Mundus, 1929

By Thonet-Mundus

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of wood, new upholstery - After complete renovation - Very good condition.

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1920s Czech Mid-Century Modern Used Bankers Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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Used Bankers Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of used bankers chairs available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct used bankers chairs — often made from wood, fabric and animal skin — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of used bankers chairs available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of used bankers chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Arts and Crafts used bankers chairs are of considerable interest. Ward Bennett, B.L. Marble Chair Co. and Brickel Associates each produced beautiful used bankers chairs that are worth considering.

How Much are Used Bankers Chairs?

Prices for used bankers chairs start at $405 and top out at $8,500 with the average selling for $1,700.

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