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Cesca chair

Price and authentication guide

Shop the Cesca chair: Price and authentication guide

What is a used Cesca chair worth?

We don't publish an average sale price for the Cesca chair yet. Current listings typically ask EUR 488 to EUR 700. These are asking prices, not sale prices (as of 2026-09-29).

The Cesca chair (Marcel Breuer, 1928; made by Knoll (and earlier Gavina)).

What drives the price

  • Cane or upholstered seat and back, and their condition.
  • With or without arms.
  • Condition: wear, repairs and replaced parts lower the price; a well-kept original sells best.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a used Cesca chair worth?

We don't publish an average sale price for the Cesca chair yet. Current listings typically ask EUR 488 to EUR 700. These are asking prices, not sale prices.

How do I sell my Cesca chair on Whoppah?

Upload a few clear photos, including labels or stamps, add dimensions and condition, and set your price. Our curation team reviews every listing before it goes live.

How can I tell if my Cesca chair is original?

Look for the maker's label or stamp and check construction and materials. Our authentication guide for the Cesca chair lists what to look for.

Is my Cesca chair original?

The Cesca chair (Marcel Breuer, 1928; made by Knoll (and earlier Gavina)).

What to check

  • A tubular steel cantilever with a wooden frame for the seat and back.
  • Knoll introduced it in 1968 after acquiring Gavina; Dino Gavina named it after Breuer's daughter Francesca.

Common replicas

Cesca-style chairs are very common.

How Whoppah checks: every listing is reviewed by our curation team before it goes live, and curators can ask the seller for extra photos or proof of purchase.