Antique Bentwood Chairs, Central Europe, 1900s, Set of 4

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Antique set of 4 bentwood thonet style chairs, central european furniture from the vienna secession originating from central europe and … Read more Antique set of 4 bentwood thonet style chairs, central european furniture from the vienna secession originating from central europe and dated circa 1900. Originates from central europe, from the late 19th or early 20th century, where the thonet firm developed in the mid-19th century the steam-bent beech wood technique that revolutionised industrial furniture.

the steam-bent wood technique, patented by michael thonet in vienna, allowed the production of light, sturdy and demountable pieces that were distributed throughout europe. This model belongs to the formal language of the vienna secession, where the continuous curved line and structural economy prevail over ornament.

built in solid steam-bent beech, with a moulded plywood disc seat. The structure develops from a single continuous arch defining the back and armrests on pieces with arms. The legs, of round section, are joined to the seat by hidden metal screws. The carpentry is direct and functional, characteristic of the thonet language.

the patina retains the warm and deep tone of aged beech, with a uniform matte sheen. The surfaces show marks, small scratches and traces of prolonged use integrated into the wood. The structure remain sound and the joinery functions correctly.

it fits naturally in eclectic, mid-century, vintage industrial and classic bistro interiors. Chairs function as dining, desk or reading chairs. The continuous curved line characteristic of thonet brings a singular graphic accent to any composition.

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dimensions:
piece #1: length 41 cm – width 44 cm – height 93 cm – seat height 47 cm
piece #2: length 44 cm – width 40 cm – height 94 cm – seat height 48 cm
piece #3: length 44 cm – width 45 cm – height 94 cm – seat height 47 cm
piece #4: length 40 cm – width 44 cm – height 88 cm – seat height 45 cm
style: vienna secession, thonet
materials and techniques: solid steam-bent beech, moulded plywood seat, metal hardware
place of origin: central europe
period: vienna secession (circa 1900)
date of manufacture: circa 1900
condition / notes: sound structure. Original patina. Marks and traces of use. Wear consistent with age and use.


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