Antique Steam

Thonet’s masterful steam-bending technique. The continuous flowing armrests sweep seamlessly into the rear

steam—transformed through disciplined composition into a monumental modern landscape. Bourke-White

warships depicted with such pride were rapidly yielding to iron hulls and steam power. (Ref: NY9703-iurr)

steam coasts by and reminds the viewer of ever-impeding progress. The sky, skyline and shore birds are

naval warfare, showing the vessel equipped with both a full rig of sails and a steam funnel (visible

liners and the emotional intensity of departure in the age of steam. At the center of the composition is

sail, no steam despite presence of a smoke stack amidships, flying the Red Ensign at the stern and

from the soft, round, steamed cake whose recipe was introduced from China in the early 13th century by

in form, the manju netsuke takes its name from the soft, round, steamed cake whose recipe was

movement. Featuring fluid, steam-bent beechwood frames and intricate hand-woven cane, this set represents

other ingredients such as water, sugar, and cornstarch. The steamed rice is pounded into paste , most

sculptural back crests and an elegant lyre-form center splat. The steam-bent beech forms a light but

A very well made and highly decorative Antique Bamboo Table with steam-bent legs which utilize the

revolutionary steam-bent construction that made the Austrian company legendary. Manufactured in Vienna in 1904

Hunzinger’s patented fusion of structural rationalism, ornamental turning, and steam-bent construction

Formed in steam-bent hardwood in the tradition of Thonet and the Central European bentwood

recognised the growing market for steam trawlers. He purchased land known as Stainton’s Foundry at South

early steam-powered ships. These elements highlight Singapore’s rapid emergence as a key trading hub in

Vienna Secessionist Cafe, Bistro style dining chair constructed of beech using the signature steam

. Signed Sentsui (?). Round or oval in form, the manju netsuke takes its name from the soft, round, steamed

for steam to escape. The sides are fitted with handles and a detachable plate holder, set upon an

visual record. The "Forum Vulcani" plate specifically captures the morales (steam vents) and the

vapeur’ (Watteau on steam), had for the painter Antoine Watteau (1684-1721) and his paintings populated

hand sculpted saddle seat, with arms made of a single, steam-bent piece of wood. This particular piece

from naturally shed deer, stag or elk antlers. The antlers are steam-bent, pinned and downed together

Leicester, England circa 1940. - These clocks were built to last and for extreme conditions of steam, vapour

, from 1851, supply to world exhibitions, from 1857, steam engine to drive the presses and spinning

the soft, round, steamed cake whose recipe was introduced from China in the early 13th century by

from the soft, round, steamed cake whose recipe was introduced from China in the early 13th century by

handmade tradition of rural America. The basket features a square form with steam-bent rounded corners

investment is set, the dam is removed. The was model is then steamed out of the mould, hence the term ‘lost

investment is set, the dam is removed. The was model is then steamed out of the mould, hence the term ‘lost

attributed to the Danish wicker master Robert Wengler. The trolley is steam-bent and wrapped in seagrass, and

lightness associated with classic Viennese design. Crafted from steam-bent wood, the frame features elegant

medals and coins on behalf of the Bremen state, from 1851, supply to world exhibitions, from 1857, steam

its elegant lines and light yet sturdy construction. The frame is made of solid steam-bent wood and

, scooped seat for comfort and support. The rear posts are steam-bent to form a subtle backward curve

its name from a round, puffed steamed cake whose recipe was introduced from China at the beginning of

steam-bent, stained a warm dark mahogany, and polished. The four slender, slightly flared legs feature

with the model No. 10 were artfully made of fine bentwood (= beechwood that has been bent under steam

furniture design through the innovative steam-bending of wood.Retains original THONET WEIN Label.. minor

are gilt lined and carved. Button tufted cushions have some staining and may need either a steaming or

advancement in steam-powered transportation, the model reflects Gardiner's technical vision and craftsmanship

classic English Windsor tradition with hoop back spindled forms, steam bent bows, and heavy elm seats

Early 20th century Shanxi wooden storage box used for serving steamed dumplings / food at family

can be minimized with steaming and application of an anti-static spray.

and an innovative steam-powered pumping system that supplied water throughout the building—luxuries

century. The design is defined by a softly rounded oval top rail, steam-bent from continuous lengths of

A wonderful scratch-built ship model of a steam-sailer with full rigging, on a stand, circa 1890

patina that it appears almost black (New England, USA, 19th Century). Steamed and bentwood sides are

lengths of steam-bent beechwood. The sinuous curves and tight volutes exemplify the flowing “whiplash

, including transitional steam-and-sail warships and a troopship, while smaller local craft ply the waters

, the open-top Panhard speeds past a steam train in the distance, its Michelin tires leaving a trail of

Bailey (American,1879 - 1933). Vehicles and pedestrians cross the bridge and a steam engine train chugs

handcrafted out of fine bentwood (=beechwood that has been formed under hot steam and high pressure) and

Scandinavian svep technique, where thin wood is steamed, bent, and secured with wooden pegs, locks, & rattan

), the company revolutionized furniture design with its groundbreaking steam-bent wood technology. Based