Thonet Classic
Thonet Dining Chair
$ 1,000.00
Product Description
Early 1940’s era
Original black patina with warm rub retained
Re-caned seat & back panels
Strong, stable, elegant.
Thonet furniture design, pioneered by Michael Thonet in the 19th century, revolutionized furniture-making with its elegant, lightweight, and functional bentwood designs. Thonet perfected steam-bending solid beechwood, enabling mass production of durable yet graceful chairs, most famously the No. 14 chair, also known as the “bistro chair.” This technique allowed for curved forms without joinery, simplifying construction and reducing costs. Originally manufactured in Austria and later in factories across Europe, Thonet furniture became iconic in cafes and homes worldwide. Its combination of craftsmanship, innovation, and aesthetic simplicity set a new standard for modern furniture design and industrial manufacturing efficiency.
