Bauhaus B36P Armchair by Anton Lorenz, Former Czechoslovakia, 1930s

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A rare Anton Lorenz B36P-type cantilever armchair, dating from circa the 1930s and originating from Czechoslovakia. The chair features the … Read more A rare Anton Lorenz B36P-type cantilever armchair, dating from circa the 1930s and originating from Czechoslovakia. The chair features the characteristic cantilever construction of early tubular-steel furniture, with a chrome-plated tubular-steel frame, sculptural wooden armrests and an upholstered seat and backrest. The design belongs to the Bauhaus / Functionalist tradition of tubular-steel furniture. Anton Lorenz was an important figure in the early development and commercial production of tubular-steel furniture, and Thonet's historical documentation identifies Lorenz among the designers associated with its tubular-steel collection. The chair retains its original orange upholstery, which is now suitable for reupholstery. The existing textile has visible age-related wear and fraying, while the chrome frame and wooden armrests display authentic signs of age and use.

Designer: Anton Lorenz Model: B36P type Date: circa 1930s Origin: Czechoslovakia Style: Bauhaus / Functionalism Dimensions: Height: 75 cm / 29.53 in Width: 56 cm / 22.05 in Depth: 66 cm / 25.98 in Seat height: 37 cm / 14.57 in Materials: Chrome-plated tubular steel, wood and upholstery.

Condition: Good original vintage condition with age-related signs of use. The upholstery is original and suitable for reupholstery, showing visible fraying and wear, particularly around the edges. The chrome-plated frame has minor age-related surface wear and the wooden armrests show patina and signs of previous use. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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