Description
A handsome set of six classic American Windsor captain's chairs by the renowned J.S. Bent & Brothers of Gardner, Massachusetts, one of New England's most respected chair makers.
Crafted in solid maple with a rich, warm brown finish, each chair features the timeless sack-back Windsor silhouette: a gently arched crest rail above finely turned spindles, continuous bow arms supported by baluster-turned posts, sculpted saddle seats, and elegantly turned legs joined by traditional stretchers. Their generous proportions and substantial construction make them equally suited for dining, a library table, or a home office.
Founded in 1867, Bent Brothers became synonymous with exceptional Windsor furniture, producing heirloom-quality seating using traditional steam-bending and turning techniques. This set reflects the enduring Colonial Revival aesthetic that defined American craftsmanship during the first half of the twentieth century while remaining remarkably versatile in both traditional and transitional interiors.
The deep patina has mellowed beautifully over the decades, giving the chairs the kind of character that only genuine vintage furniture can achieve. They would look equally at home in a Ralph Lauren-inspired library, a New England farmhouse, or around a large antique harvest table.
The chairs remain sturdy and structurally sound, displaying the expected age-related wear, scattered surface marks, finish rubbing, and patina consistent with decades of careful use.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent vintage with original finish. Structurally sound, displaying the expected age-related wear, scattered surface marks, finish rubbing, and patina consistent with decades of careful use.
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Styled After: Ethan Allen
Materials & Techniques:
Maple
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Crafted in solid maple with a rich, warm brown finish, each chair features the timeless sack-back Windsor silhouette: a gently arched crest rail above finely turned spindles, continuous bow arms supported by baluster-turned posts, sculpted saddle seats, and elegantly turned legs joined by traditional stretchers. Their generous proportions and substantial construction make them equally suited for dining, a library table, or a home office.
Founded in 1867, Bent Brothers became synonymous with exceptional Windsor furniture, producing heirloom-quality seating using traditional steam-bending and turning techniques. This set reflects the enduring Colonial Revival aesthetic that defined American craftsmanship during the first half of the twentieth century while remaining remarkably versatile in both traditional and transitional interiors.
The deep patina has mellowed beautifully over the decades, giving the chairs the kind of character that only genuine vintage furniture can achieve. They would look equally at home in a Ralph Lauren-inspired library, a New England farmhouse, or around a large antique harvest table.
The chairs remain sturdy and structurally sound, displaying the expected age-related wear, scattered surface marks, finish rubbing, and patina consistent with decades of careful use.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent vintage with original finish. Structurally sound, displaying the expected age-related wear, scattered surface marks, finish rubbing, and patina consistent with decades of careful use.
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Styled After: Ethan Allen
Materials & Techniques:
Maple
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent vintage with original finish. Structurally sound, displaying the expected age-related wear, scattered surface marks, finish rubbing, and patina consistent with decades of careful use.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
32 x 23.5 x 17.5 in
Set of 6 Vintage Bent Brothers Solid Maple Sack-Back Windsor Captain's Dining Chairs, Circa 1940s
Estimate $1,150-$3,440
Starting Price
$460
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Objects & Interiors I
Aug 7, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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