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Bernhardt Armchairs

American

While many great American furniture brands have come and gone, Bernhardt continues to thrive in its space. Spanning more than 130 years and four generations of family leadership, the company maintains an enduring presence in the modern era. It is a global manufacturer of furniture and home accessories and has garnered widespread acclaim for its signature high-quality craftsmanship. Today Bernhardt lounge chairs, coffee tables and dressers are reliable mainstays in living rooms, bedrooms, offices, school campuses and hospitality properties all over the world.

The company was founded in 1889 by John Bernhardt, a veteran of the sawmill trade who intended to produce durable furniture made of wood from the white oak trees that grew in his native North Carolina. Bernhardt quickly earned a reputation for his exceptionally strong, sturdy, striking pieces and eventually gained competitors in the likes of Broyhill and Kent-Coffey, two Lenoir companies that were established in the early 1900s. Bernhardt created fruitful relationships for distributing his furniture all over the country, and as the business gained steam, the company was able to survive the trials and tribulations of World War I and the Great Depression.

While World War II yielded labor and material shortages, demand for furniture took shape in the postwar years as new homeowners looked to furnish their spaces. Expansion followed for Bernhardt, and in 1958, the company added upholstered furniture to its growing catalog. As often as you can find boxy club chairs in Bernhardt’s inventory that are inspired by iconic designs by Le Corbusier or Milo Baughman, the brand has introduced reproductions of furnishings in period styles such as Chippendale, Hollywood Regency and chinoiserie

Bernhardt continued to expand over time and, in 1981, added the Bernhardt Design division, which focuses on furnishing offices and public spaces. It entered the new millennium by announcing a licensed furniture partnership with Martha Stewart in 2001. Bernhardt and Stewart have since collaborated on several additional collections. In 2008 and 2009, the company launched two more divisions: Bernhardt Interiors for customizable and high-design furniture and Bernhardt Hospitality to cater to the needs of the hospitality market.

Bernhardt has garnered many prestigious awards over its long history, including multiple Pinnacle Design Achievement Awards from the American Society of Furniture Designers. The company is also a leader in sustainable manufacturing and works with the Sustainable Forestry Initiative and the Forest Stewardship Council.

In 2019, Bernhardt introduced the Bernhardt Exteriors division for high-quality and innovative outdoor furniture. Today, the company operates eight manufacturing facilities and continues to be a leader and trendsetter in the growing worldwide oak furniture market.

On 1stDibs, find Bernhardt seating, tables, case pieces and more.

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Creator: Bernhardt
Ross Lovegrove for Bernhardt Walnut and Leather Anne Chairs, a Pair
By Bernhardt, Ross Lovegrove
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Free shipping in the continental United States. Symmetrical organic lines with softened edges and curves give the Anne chair its distinct design and timeless aesthetic. Aptly named...
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2010s American Modern Bernhardt Armchairs

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MCM Chrome & Wood Dining Armchairs Accent Chairs Set of 2
By Bernhardt
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Offering one of our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Set of 2 MCM solid chrome & wood dining armchairs accent chairs Approximate Measurements in Inches ...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bernhardt Armchairs

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Post Modern Memphis Style Club Lounge Chair by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in New York, NY
Pure 1980's Postmodern, memphis influence lounge, arm chair. Gutsy tapered legs support the dramatic upholstered seat. Structurally sound and sturdy, unfortunately, the fabric shows ...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Bernhardt Armchairs

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BERNHARDT Caned Burl Maple Contemporary Dining Armchairs - Pair
By Bernhardt
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Contemporary style dining armchairs by Bernhardt Furniture. Maple with burl & cane back rest, rounded arms, neutral cream color fabric upholstered seat and straight front l...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Bernhardt Armchairs

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Pair of Armchairs with Metal & Wood Frames by Bernhardt
By Bernhardt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the perfect addition to any stylish living space - the Pair of Armchairs with Metal & Wood Frames by Bernhardt. These stunning chairs feature a sleek and modern design, w...
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2010s American Modern Bernhardt Armchairs

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Steel

BERNHARDT Rustic Italian Style Dining Captain's Armchairs - Pair
By Bernhardt
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Rustic Italian style dining armchairs by Bernhardt Furniture. Solid wood frames with a distressed finish. Arched top to seat backs, carved curved arms and legs with a stret...
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Bernhardt armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Bernhardt armchairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Bernhardt armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original armchairs by Bernhardt were created in the modern style in united states during the late 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider armchairs by Steelcase, Paul Frankl, and Donghia. Prices for Bernhardt armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $595 and can go as high as $7,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $756.
Questions About Bernhardt Armchairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Yes, Bernhardt is a luxury brand. With more than 130 years and four generations of family leadership, Bernhardt maintains an enduring quality in its furniture. The company was founded in 1889 by John Bernhardt, a veteran of the sawmill trade who intended to produce durable furniture made of wood from the white oak trees that grew in his native North Carolina. Bernhardt quickly earned a reputation for his exceptionally strong, sturdy and striking pieces. Today, Bernhardt is a global manufacturer of furniture and home accessories and has garnered widespread acclaim for its signature high-quality craftsmanship. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Bernhardt furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Whether Bernhardt furniture is solid wood or not varies from piece to piece. The furniture maker does use solid hardwoods to produce the frames of some of its upholstered goods and instead employs plywood and engineered wood for frame construction. Many of Bernhardt's other furnishings feature wood veneers rather than solid wood. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Bernhardt furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Bernhardt uses engineered, multi-ply hardwood plywood as well as various solid hardwoods like teak. The brand is known for employing unique decorative materials like bone inlay, German silver, gypsum and white onyx. On 1stDibs, find Bernhardt furniture from some of the world's top sellers.

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