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Just purchased this Bentwood rocking chair from craigslist because I fell in love with the chair. I only paid $30. I was just curious to see if this is a true antique or a reproduction. There are no paper labels on the chair, just a "Made in Poland" inscription on the inside of the very backside of the seat, and the markings "P" and "4" facing eachother (with the bottoms of the letter and number meeting in the middle). This carved marking of "P4" in on at least 4 different parts of the chair, including the lower cross bar.
Category
Furniture
Medium
Wood and cane
Distinguishing marks
"Made in Poland" and "P4"
Condition
Excellent
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
$30
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Re: Bentwood Rocker
Re: Bentwood Rocker
Bentwood rockers like this are based on originals by the Thonet company and have never really been out of production for very long since the late 19th century. Examples marked "Made In Poland" are 20th century reproductions that often sell for less than $80.00 at auction these days.