Is my Wassily chair worth keeping?
Wassily chairs have become a favorite for mid-century furniture lovers. As such they are a prized possession and seem to be increasing in value as they age. So besides it’s inherent architectural beauty with its simple, minimalistic design, it’s also an investment is a piece of structural art. This is a link to an article that says it’s one of the best pieces of vintage furniture to invest in: https://themarketherald.com.au/fancy/the-best-vintage-furniture-to-invest-in-2022/
Knoll International continues to manufacture these in a stainless steel version however, some claim isn’t the same as quality as those made 30 or 40 years ago. The statement:” “They don’t make ‘em like they used to.” applies. Which means the limited number of the better quality Wassily frames in the world today is all there will ever be. As demand for vintage furniture continues to rise, it implies that an investment in a Wassily chair may reap financial rewards as well as visual beauty.
If you want to sell your chair, consider putting it up onto the Wassily Exchange. Click on Wassily Exchange in the heading above. It’s a free listing so it can’t hurt.