Thonet Hoffman Chair
Antique Bentwood Bistro Cafe Chairs by Josef Hoffman for Thonet
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Detroit, MI
This set of four antique bentwood cafe chairs designed by Josef Hoffman and manufactured by Thonet
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood
Pair of Josef Hoffman Fledermaus Chairs Style 728 by Thonet
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of vintage Josef Hoffman chairs originally designed for the Fledermaus Cabaret in Vienna in
Category
Early 20th Century American Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of 6 chairs designed by Josef Hoffman for Thonet
By Ligna, Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
Set of six Thonet/Ligna chairs, recently re-upholstered with blue fabric.
In its original state
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Ton Bentwood Armchair With Gold Velvet, Czechoslovakia 1930s, 40 Available
By TON a.s., Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Zohor, SK
variation on the classic model '811' Thonet Hoffman chair. Produced in blond wood oak bentwood. Original
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Bentwood
H 32.29 in W 20.08 in D 22.45 in
Pair of Josef Hoffman for Thonet Prague Bentwood Dining Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare pair of No. 811 Thonet chairs or Prague chairs designed by Josef Hoffman. The chairs feature
Category
20th Century Polish Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Josef Hoffman for Thonet Set of Six Bentwood and Cane Chairs
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Pasadena, TX
Rare pair of No. 811 Thonet chairs or Prague chairs designed by Josef Hoffman. The chairs feature
Category
Early 20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Fledermaus Chairs by Josef Hoffman for Thonet, Pair
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A fully restored pair of Josef Hoffman Fledermaus chairs by Thonet. Newly reupholstered in full
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Original Vintage Josef Frank Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Beech Prague Armchair
By Josef Hoffmann, Josef Frank
Located in Basel, BS
architect Josef Frank and Josef Hoffman for Thonet. The chair is stamped made in Poland.
Feature stunning
Category
20th Century Polish Armchairs
Materials
Beech
H 33.5 in W 20.5 in D 16 in
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Chairs Thonet A811/4, Josef Hoffman
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet-Mundus
Located in Praha, CZ
Chair A811 designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1930 for Thonet. It was the last known work of Josef
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Chairs Thonet A811/4, Josef Hoffman
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Praha, CZ
Variant of chair A811 designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1930 for Thonet. It was the last known work of
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Hoffman for Thonet Model 728 Fledermaus Wood and Red Fabric Chairs, Italy, 1970s
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of four chairs in black wood and red fabric reproduction in 1970s by Thonet of the "Model 728
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 28.75 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Rare set of 6 Prague / 811 chairs by Josef Hoffman for Thonet, 1960s
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
The 811 Chair, designed by Josef Hoffmann and produced by Thonet, was introduced in the 1920s. It
Category
Vintage 1960s Polish Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Set of Four Chairs by Josef Hoffman for Thonet
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Set of four black lacquer over exposed grain oak chairs originally designed by Josef Hoffman in
Category
Late 20th Century American Chairs
Materials
Oak, Lacquer, Velvet
Armed Bauhaus Beech Bentwood J Hoffman Prague 811 Dining Chairs Style Thonet
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann, Falcon
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Bauhaus beech bentwood frame Thonet Josef Hoffman Prague 811 style armed dining
Category
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
H 33.75 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
10 Armed Bauhaus Beech Bentwood J Hoffman Prague 811 Dining Chairs Style Thonet
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann, Falcon
Located in Topeka, KS
iconic armed dining chairs designed by Josef Hoffman in the style of Thonet and surely you are too! Don’t
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Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
H 33.75 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
4 Armed Bauhaus Beech Bentwood J Hoffman Prague 811 Dining Chairs Style Thonet
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann, Falcon
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Bauhaus beech bentwood frame Thonet Josef Hoffman Prague 811 style armed dining
Category
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
H 33.75 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
8 Armed Bauhaus Beech Bentwood J Hoffman Prague 811 Dining Chairs Style Thonet
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann, Falcon
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Bauhaus beech bentwood frame Thonet Josef Hoffman Prague 811 style armed dining
Category
Late 20th Century Macedonian Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech, Bentwood
H 33.75 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in
1 of 12 Vintage Thonet Bentwood Prague Chairs by Josef Hoffman, 1970s, Restored
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet-Mundus
Located in Zagreb, HR
Vintage Prague dining chairs designed by Joseph Hoffman for Thonet.
A 1970s production by Thonet
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 20.08 in
1950's Upholstered Thon Dining Chairs by Radomir Hoffman, Set of Four
By Thonet
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s upholstered thon dining chairs by Radomir Hoffman – set of four
1950’s upholstered thon
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 32.68 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Josef Hoffman for Stendig Black Bentwood Prague Chairs
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stendig for Thonet. These chairs have a rare black lacquer finish. Stamped with label on bottom from
Category
20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Lacquer, Bentwood
Josef Hoffman Bentwood and Cane Prague Chair for Thonet, 8 available
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Greensboro, NC
Labeled set of Josef Hoffman Prague "811" Chairs, circa 1930s, produced by Thonet.
Amazing
Category
Early 20th Century European Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Josef Hoffman for Thonet Set of Six Bentwood and Cane Chairs
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Pasadena, TX
A classic, vintage Modern design by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, this set of six side or dining
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Modern Vintage Cane “Prague” Arm Chairs by Josef Hoffman for Thonet Set of 4
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Vintage "Prague" Arm Chairs by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet - Set of 4.
Elevate
Category
Vintage 1960s British Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 30 in W 20.75 in D 22 in
1950's Upholstered Thon Dining Chairs by Radomir Hoffman, Set of Four Dark Waln
By Thonet
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Upholstered Thon dining chairs by Radomir Hoffman – set of four dark walnut
1950’s
Category
Vintage 1950s Czech Dining Room Tables
Materials
Upholstery
H 31.11 in W 16.93 in D 18.12 in
Set of Four Josef Frank/Hoffman Bentwood Prague 811 Chairs
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Rio Vista, CA
and Josef Hoffman for Thonet. Each chair stamped made in Poland. The chairs feature cane inset seat
Category
20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Beech, Bentwood
Josef Hoffmann 'Prague 11' Cane Dining Chairs, Set of Six
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Asheville, NC
for Thonet. Each chair stamped made in Yugoslavia, feature cane inset seat and backs. Designed in the
Category
Mid-20th Century European Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Birch, Bentwood
Chairs Thonet A811/4, Josef Hoffman
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet-Mundus
Located in Praha, CZ
Chair A811 designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1930 for Thonet. It was the last known work of Josef
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Modern Chairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Joseph Hoffman Fledermaus Chairs by Thonet
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Highland, IN
Originally designed by Joseph Hoffman for the Café Fledermaus in 1907, this set of four chairs was
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Upholstery
Pair of Bentwood Chairs after Hoffman for Thonet
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Nice pair of bentwood cafe chairs in the style of Hoffmann design for Thonet. Sophisticated
Category
Mid-20th Century European Vienna Secession Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Bentwood
Set of Six Bentwood Cane Dining Chairs Designed by Josef Hoffman for Thonet
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage set off six original Thonet chairs. Elegant black bent wooden frames with cane seats and
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
H 32.29 in W 16.15 in D 16.54 in
PAIR Josef Hoffman Fledermaus Chairs - Cafe Dining Chairs - Forest Green Suede
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Decatur, GA
Pair of Fledermaus dining chairs designed by Joseph Hoffman for the Café Fledermaus in 1907, this
Category
Vintage 1950s French Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Suede, Bentwood
H 16 in W 23 in D 17 in
Set of 8 Vintage Thonet Bentwood Prague Chairs by Josef Hoffman, 1970s, Restored
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet-Mundus
Located in Zagreb, HR
Vintage Prague dining chairs designed by Joseph Hoffman for Thonet.
A 1970s production by Thonet
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 20.08 in
Vint Bauhaus Oak Bentwood Josef Hoffman Prague 811 Armchair by Thonet
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Topeka, KS
these iconic chairs designed by Josef Hoffman for Thonet and surely you are too! Don’t wait… make two
Category
20th Century American Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Faux Leather, Bentwood
Set of 4 Vintage Thonet Bentwood No.811 Chairs, Designed by Josef Hoffman, 1970s
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet-Mundus
Located in Zagreb, HR
Set of four vintage Prague dining chairs designed by Joseph Hoffman for Thonet.
Most probably 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Croatian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Pair of Chairs Model Prague Designed by Josef Hoffman
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Madrid, ES
Prague model couple armchairs designed by Josef Hoffman and edited by Thonet , made in beech
Category
Vintage 1920s Czech Side Chairs
Materials
Beech
Pair of Josef Hoffman for Thonet Bentwood and Cane Armchairs
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Pasadena, TX
Rare pair of No. 811 Thonet armchairs or Prague chairs designed by Josef Hoffman. The chairs
Category
Early 20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Prague Cane Dining Chairs by Josef Frank & Hoffman
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann, Josef Frank
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The caning is absolutely beautiful on this iconic set of Prague dining chairs originally designed
Category
Vintage 1970s Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
H 32.5 in W 19.5 in D 20 in
Set of Four Josef Frank/Hoffman Bentwood Prague 811 Chairs
By Thornet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Pasadena, TX
and Josef Hoffman for Thonet. Each chair stamped made in Poland. The chairs feature cane inset seat
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Bauhaus Oak Bentwood & Cane Josef Hoffman Prague 811 Chair for Stendig by Thonet
By Thonet, Stendig Co., Josef Hoffmann
Located in Topeka, KS
like this classic oak bentwood & cane Josef Hoffman Prague 811 armchair by Stendig for Thonet! Talk
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Oak, Bentwood
H 32.25 in W 20.25 in D 19.5 in
Set of Six Josef Hoffman for Thonet A811 Dining Chairs
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Black Thonet chairs with webbing seating and back.
Some chairs have small damages in the webbing
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Wood
1920s Josef Hoffman Bentwood and Cane Set of 6 Chairs Prague Model for Thonet
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Tourcoing, FR
1920s Josef Hoffman design wood and cane set of 6 chairs Prague or 811 model for Thonet composed of
Category
Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Rattan, Bentwood
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Josef Hoffman, Bentwood and Cane ''Prague'' Chairs, Set of Four, 1960s
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Schagen, NL
This set of four beautiful chairs is designed by Josef Hoffman and produced in Czechoslovakia
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood, Cane
H 31.5 in W 20.67 in D 17.72 in
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Thonet Hoffman Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic thonet hoffman chair available at 1stDibs. A thonet hoffman chair — often made from wood, bentwood and cane — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the thonet hoffman chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A thonet hoffman chair, designed in the Mid-Century Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Josef Hoffmann, Thonet and Josef Frank each produced at least one beautiful thonet hoffman chair that is worth considering.
How Much is a Thonet Hoffman Chair?
A thonet hoffman chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,000, while the lowest priced sells for $724 and the highest can go for as much as $5,331.
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Questions About Thonet Hoffman Chair
- What is a Thonet chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024A Thonet chair can be any chair developed by the furniture maker Thonet, which has been manufacturing furniture for more than 180 years. However, most people are referring to one designed by founder Gebrüder Thonet. It features a bentwood frame produced with a patent steam method that Thonet patented and a curved seat. Find a range of Thonet chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An authentic Thonet chair will have the company’s name with a solid line underneath carved somewhere on the chair. The brand can also confirm the authenticity and age of a Thonet chair via its website. Shop a variety of authentic Thonet furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is a Thonet-style chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A Thonet-style chair is a wooden chair that has a curvy, bent backrest, a round seat and subtly flared legs. The chairs get their name from the original manufacturer, Thonet, which produced chairs in the mid-century modern style in Europe during the 20th century. Shop a range of Thonet furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Perhaps the most significant thing about the Thonet chair was that it was the first chair to ever be shipped in parts with instructions that allowed the purchaser to assemble it themselves. As a result, the beech wood and rattan chairs could be mass produced and sold all over the world more easily. Shop a range of Thonet chairs on 1stDibs.
- Are Thonet chairs marked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Thonet chairs are marked. You will usually find the brand's label on a tag or burned into the wood under the seat. On 1stDibs, you can shop a variety of expertly vetted Thonet furniture from top sellers around the world.
- Are Thonet chairs stackable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not Thonet chairs are stackable depends on their design. The bentwood chairs produced by the company do easily stack, but others like cantilever chairs do not. Find a range of Thonet chairs forms some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Michael Thonet is a German-Austrian furniture maker who designed the famed bentwood chair in 1830. His last name, Thonet, is pronounced “TOE-net,” but it’s commonly mispronounced “tho-NAY.” Shop a collection of vintage and modern Michael Thonet pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024To identify a Thonet chair, look under the seat. Most Thonet chairs will feature a maker's marking. Often, you'll find the Thonet name carved into the wooden seat frame or printed on a paper label mounted on the seat's underside. Because Thonet changed its markings over the years, you can get a rough idea of the age of your chair by comparing the ones on your piece to images on trusted online reference guides. If you need help with the identification process, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can be of assistance. Find a range of Thonet chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To tell if a Thonet chair is real, you can use Thonet's authenticity verification service. To take advantage of it, you will need to take many photographs of the chair from different angles and close-up images of markings and paper labels. You can learn more about the authentication process on the Thonet website. Shop a diverse assortment of Thonet chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify a Thonet rocking chair, look for the company name. You will normally find it stamped directly onto the underside of the seat, arms or legs. You can find a collection of expertly vetted Thonet rocking chairs on 1stDibs.
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