How do I identify a Thonet?

To identify a Thonet, first locate the maker's marking. On Thonet chairs, you'll usually find it carved into the wood frame on the underside of the seat. Markings may say “Thonet,” “Thonet Wien,” “GT,” “GBThonet” or “GBThonetWien,” depending on the age of your piece. Cross-reference the mark with information published on trusted online resources to get a rough idea of when your furniture was produced. Then, you can review Thonet catalogues available online to identify your piece's model number. Alternatively, you can enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to perform the identification process for you. Shop a wide range of Thonet furniture on 1stDibs.

What is Thonet furniture?

Thonet is a well known furniture company that was started by Michael Thonet in 1830 as he experimented with bentwood furniture. The brand is known for producing high-quality products with exquisite craftsmanship. Shop a collection of Thonet furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a Thonet chair?

A 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.

How do I know if my chair is Thonet?

An 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?

A 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.

What was significant about the Thonet chair?

Perhaps 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?

Yes, 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?

Whether 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.

How do you pronounce Thonet chair?

Michael 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.

How do I identify a Thonet chair?

To 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.

How can you tell if a Thonet chair is real?

To 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.

How do I identify a Thonet rocking chair?

To 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.

Is there such a thing as 18-karat?

Yes, there is such a thing as 18-karat. The term describes metal that is 75 percent pure gold, with the remaining 25 percent being an alloy like aluminum, copper, nickel, iron or zinc. On 1stDibs, find a variety of gold jewelry and decorative objects.

Does 18K gold wear off?

Whether or not 18K gold wears off depends on how it's made. The finish will not wear off of a piece of jewelry or another object made entirely out of 18K gold. However, wear can occur on pieces that feature 18K gold plating, a thin layer of gold applied over another type of metal. You'll find a large selection of gold jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

What is 18K Italy gold?

18K Italy gold is 18-karat gold produced in Italy. Karats tell you how much of a piece of metal is genuine gold. In the case of 18-karat gold, 18 parts are pure gold, and six parts are other metals. This makes 18-karat pieces 75 percent gold. You'll find a large collection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

What is 18k gold watch?

An 18K gold watch is a timepiece made from gold precious metal of a specific purity. The term 18K means 18-karat, a precious metal that is 75 percent pure gold and 25 percent alloy. Shop a large collection of gold watches on 1stDibs.

What does 18K on a ring mean?

The mark 18K on a ring stands for 18-karat gold. 18-karat signifies that the ring is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals, such as copper, zinc or nickel. The additional metals strengthen the ring, making it more durable. Shop a range of expertly vetted 18-karat jewelry on 1stDibs.

What is 18K green gold?

18K green gold is an alloy created by mixing silver, copper and zinc with normal gold. 18K green gold is greener than 14K green gold. On 1stDibs, shop a wide collection of genuine 18K green gold from some of the world's top sellers.

Is an 18-inch necklace too short?

Whether an 18-inch necklace is too short depends on a few factors. If the necklace length causes it to hit right at the neckline of your top, you may want to go with a longer or shorter option. People with wide or short necks may also find necklaces longer than 18 inches more flattering. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of necklaces.

Yes, 18k is the perfect karatage for jewelry. While 24k is more prized and typically more expensive, it is also less dense and durable than 18k gold.

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Chair by Thonet, No. 18 "Wide" 1970s, 1 of 3

$369Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 35.04 in W 16.93 in D 19.69 in

Chair by Thonet, No. 18 "Wide" 1970s, 1 of 3

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Bentwood cane Thonet No. 18 dining chair "Wide" in great vintage condition (well preserved). Chairs

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Vintage 1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood, Bentwood

Classic Set 6 Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Bistro Dining Chairs

$499 / item

H 34 in W 16 in D 21 in

Classic Set 6 Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Bistro Dining Chairs

By Thonet

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic set 6 Thonet Bentwood Dining /Bistro chairs, model # 18.Labeled Made in Czechoslovakia.Nuce

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Vintage 1940s Czech Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Dining chair by Thonet, Bentwood cane, No. 18, 1980s

$378Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 33.08 in W 17.33 in D 19.69 in

Dining chair by Thonet, Bentwood cane, No. 18, 1980s

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Bentwood cane Thonet No. 18 dining chair in great vintage condition (well preserved). Production

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Vintage 1980s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood, Beech, Bentwood

Thonet Dining chair No. 18 "Wide" 1970s

$378Sale Price|20% Off

H 33.08 in W 16.54 in D 19.69 in

Thonet Dining chair No. 18 "Wide" 1970s

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Bentwood cane Thonet No. 18 dining chair "Wide" in great vintage condition (well preserved). Chairs

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1 of 9, Dining Chair, Bentwood Cane, No. 18, 1970s

$222Sale Price / item|29% Off

H 33.47 in W 16.93 in D 18.12 in

1 of 9, Dining Chair, Bentwood Cane, No. 18, 1970s

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Bentwood cane Thonet No. 18 dining chair in vintage condition (well preserved). Production

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Dining chairs no.18 by Thonet

$1,918 / set

H 35.83 in W 17.33 in D 15.75 in

Dining chairs no.18 by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Dining chairs no.18 by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished with new seats.

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Contemporary Bistro Chair No. 18 by TON, Light Beech

$515 / item

H 33.08 in W 16.15 in D 20.08 in

Contemporary Bistro Chair No. 18 by TON, Light Beech

By TON a.s., Michael Thonet

Located in Paris, IDF

Chair No. 18 Iconic bistro chair conceived by Michael Thonet in 1869, now produced in the same

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Recent Sales

Thonet Chair No. 18

Unavailable

H 35.04 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in

Thonet Chair No. 18

By Thonet, Michael Thonet

Located in Vienna, AT

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Thonet No. 18 Dining Chairs, 1950s, Set of 4

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H 35.44 in W 16.93 in D 17.72 in

Thonet No. 18 Dining Chairs, 1950s, Set of 4

By Thonet

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Set of 4 dark brown Thonet no. 18 dining chairs. The cane seats are in good condition. 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Romanian Art Nouveau Chairs

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Antique Thonet No. 18 Dining Chairs, 1920s, Set of 4

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H 35.44 in W 16.93 in L 35.44 in

Antique Thonet No. 18 Dining Chairs, 1920s, Set of 4

By Thonet

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Set of 4 very early Thonet no. 18 dining chairs. The chairs had some repairs but are still

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Cane, Bentwood

Dining Chair, Bentwood Cane, No. 18, 1970s

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H 33.08 in W 16.54 in D 22.05 in

Dining Chair, Bentwood Cane, No. 18, 1970s

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Bentwood cane Thonet No. 18 dining chair in great vintage condition (well preserved). Production

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Vintage 1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Hardwood, Bentwood

1 of 4, Dining chair, Bentwood cane, No. 18, 1960s

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H 33.86 in W 16.74 in D 16.34 in

1 of 4, Dining chair, Bentwood cane, No. 18, 1960s

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Bentwood cane Thonet No. 18 dining chair in great vintage condition (well preserved). Production

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Dining chair No. 18 "Wide" 1970s, 1 of 6

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H 35.04 in W 16.93 in D 19.69 in

Dining chair No. 18 "Wide" 1970s, 1 of 6

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Bentwood cane Thonet No. 18 dining chair "Wide# in great vintage condition (well preserved

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Dining Chair, Bentwood Cane, No. 18, 1950s, 1 of 4

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H 34.26 in W 16.93 in D 19.69 in

Dining Chair, Bentwood Cane, No. 18, 1950s, 1 of 4

Located in Ljubljana, SI

Bentwood cane Thonet No. 18 dining chair in great vintage condition (well preserved). Production

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Dining Chairs by ZPM Radomsko, 1950s, Set of 4

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H 35.44 in W 16.93 in D 17.72 in

Dining Chairs by ZPM Radomsko, 1950s, Set of 4

By ZPM Radomsko, Michael Thonet

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Set of 4 brown Thonet no. 18 dining chairs by ZPM Radomsko. The cane seats are in good condition

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Vintage 1950s Polish Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

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Antique Thonet Dining Chairs, Set of 6

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H 35.44 in W 17.72 in D 18.51 in

Antique Thonet Dining Chairs, Set of 6

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Set of 6 dark brown bent wooden dining chairs, like the thonet no. 18 and 18. There are 4 chairs

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

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Thonet kneeler no.18

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H 36.62 in W 34.26 in D 20.87 in

Thonet kneeler no.18

By Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Thonet kneeler no.18

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Materials

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Thonet Chair No.18

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H 35.44 in Dm 16.54 in

Thonet Chair No.18

By Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Thonet chair no.18 professionally stained and repolished.

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Antique Early 1900s Slovak Vienna Secession Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of 4 vintage Dining Cafe Cane Bentwood Chairs by Thonet

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H 36 in W 17 in D 18 in

Set of 4 vintage Dining Cafe Cane Bentwood Chairs by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of (4) vintage cane seat cafe chairs by Thonet. model No. 18 chairs. They are in original

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Set of Three Thonet Style Bentwood Stools

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H 35 in W 16.5 in D 18 in

Set of Three Thonet Style Bentwood Stools

By August Thonet

Located in Redding, CT

Set of three Thonet style bentwood stools. No. 18. Black Vinyl seat covers. One chairs seat needs

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Early 20th Century Austrian Chairs

Materials

PVC, Beech

Set of 6 Bent Wood Armchairs, Model Wien, by Gemla, 1980s

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H 32.29 in W 22.05 in D 21.66 in

Set of 6 Bent Wood Armchairs, Model Wien, by Gemla, 1980s

By Gemla

Located in Uppsala, SE

in the 1980s. The model is from the Gemla archives from 1907 but is based upon the Thonet model no 18

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Vintage 1980s Swedish Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

Thonet No 18 Cane & Bentwood Dining Chairs

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H 32.5 in W 17.5 in D 21.5 in

Thonet No 18 Cane & Bentwood Dining Chairs

By Thonet

Located in Denton, TX

Thonet No 18 Cane & Bentwood Dining Chairs- Set of 6

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Set of Four Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Chairs

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H 35 in W 16.5 in D 20.5 in

Set of Four Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Chairs

Located in Chicago, IL

A charming set of four late 19th century Thonet no. 18 bentwood chairs, often referred to as the

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Antique Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

Set of Four Dining Chairs Designed by Michael Thonet No.18, Bentwood

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H 35 in W 16 in D 18 in

Set of Four Dining Chairs Designed by Michael Thonet No.18, Bentwood

By Michael Thonet

Located in Miami, FL

Set of Four Dining Chairs Designed by Michael Thonet No.18, in total ten chairs available.

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1990s Polish Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Pair of Michael Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Viennese Cafe Chairs

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H 34 in W 17 in D 21 in

Pair of Michael Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Viennese Cafe Chairs

By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Michael Thonet

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Iconic original pair of Michael Thonet's design number 18 bentwood Viennese cafe chairs. Produced

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20th Century Czech Vienna Secession Side Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Pair or Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Cane Bistro Dining Chairs

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H 34 in W 16 in D 21.5 in

Pair or Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Cane Bistro Dining Chairs

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Iconic pair of Vienna secession period bistro dining chairs by Thonet. The No. 18 chair features a

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20th Century Polish Vienna Secession Chairs

Materials

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Mid Century Thonet No. 18 Style Bent Lucite and Brass Dining Chairs '4'

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H 36 in W 19.5 in D 18 in

Mid Century Thonet No. 18 Style Bent Lucite and Brass Dining Chairs '4'

By Karl Springer

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Magnificent set of the iconic Thonet Number 18 bentwood style chairs with a midcentury twist. They

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Lucite

Vintage Thonet Bentwood No. 18 Style Bistro Chair, 1950s

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H 35.44 in W 16.93 in D 21.26 in

Vintage Thonet Bentwood No. 18 Style Bistro Chair, 1950s

By Thonet-Mundus

Located in Zagreb, HR

A beautiful, wooden Thonet bentwood chair, in style of the popular model no. 18. Based on the

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Set of 4 vintage Dining Cafe Cane Bentwood Chairs by Thonet

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H 36 in W 17 in D 18 in

Set of 4 vintage Dining Cafe Cane Bentwood Chairs by Thonet

By Thonet

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Set of (4) vintage cane seat cafe chairs by Thonet. model No. 18 chairs. They are in original

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Vintage 1950s Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Set of 4 Antique vintage Dining Cafe Cane Bentwood Chairs by Thonet

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H 37 in W 17 in D 18 in

Set of 4 Antique vintage Dining Cafe Cane Bentwood Chairs by Thonet

By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Thonet

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Set of (4) Antique vintage cane seat cafe chairs by Thonet gebrüder. model No. 18 chairs. They are

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Vintage 1940s Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Set of Four Thonet Bentwood No. 18 Chairs, 1960s

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H 35 in W 16 in D 17 in

Set of Four Thonet Bentwood No. 18 Chairs, 1960s

By Michael Thonet

Located in Portland, OR

Set of four vintage No. 18 Bentwood chairs by Michael Thonet for ZPM Radomsko. Designed by Michael

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Vintage 1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

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Thonet No 18 For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the thonet no 18 you’re looking for. A thonet no 18 — often made from wood, bentwood and fabric — can elevate any home. Find 20 options for an antique or vintage thonet no 18 now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer thonet no 18, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A thonet no 18 is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Art Nouveau and modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one thonet no 18 that is appealing in its simplicity, but Thonet, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH and Adolf Loos produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Thonet No 18?

The average selling price for a thonet no 18 at 1stDibs is $1,805, while they’re typically $290 on the low end and $16,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Thonet No 18

How do I identify a Thonet?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
To identify a Thonet, first locate the maker's marking. On Thonet chairs, you'll usually find it carved into the wood frame on the underside of the seat. Markings may say “Thonet,” “Thonet Wien,” “GT,” “GBThonet” or “GBThonetWien,” depending on the age of your piece. Cross-reference the mark with information published on trusted online resources to get a rough idea of when your furniture was produced. Then, you can review Thonet catalogues available online to identify your piece's model number. Alternatively, you can enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to perform the identification process for you. Shop a wide range of Thonet furniture on 1stDibs.
What is Thonet furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Thonet is a well known furniture company that was started by Michael Thonet in 1830 as he experimented with bentwood furniture. The brand is known for producing high-quality products with exquisite craftsmanship. Shop a collection of Thonet furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a Thonet chair?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
A 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.
How do I know if my chair is Thonet?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An 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?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
A 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.
What was significant about the Thonet chair?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Perhaps 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?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, 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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Whether 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.
How do you pronounce Thonet chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Michael 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.
How do I identify a Thonet chair?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
To 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.
How can you tell if a Thonet chair is real?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
To 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.
How do I identify a Thonet rocking chair?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To 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.
Is there such a thing as 18-karat?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Yes, there is such a thing as 18-karat. The term describes metal that is 75 percent pure gold, with the remaining 25 percent being an alloy like aluminum, copper, nickel, iron or zinc. On 1stDibs, find a variety of gold jewelry and decorative objects.
Does 18K gold wear off?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Whether or not 18K gold wears off depends on how it's made. The finish will not wear off of a piece of jewelry or another object made entirely out of 18K gold. However, wear can occur on pieces that feature 18K gold plating, a thin layer of gold applied over another type of metal. You'll find a large selection of gold jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
What is 18K Italy gold?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
18K Italy gold is 18-karat gold produced in Italy. Karats tell you how much of a piece of metal is genuine gold. In the case of 18-karat gold, 18 parts are pure gold, and six parts are other metals. This makes 18-karat pieces 75 percent gold. You'll find a large collection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
What is 18k gold watch?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An 18K gold watch is a timepiece made from gold precious metal of a specific purity. The term 18K means 18-karat, a precious metal that is 75 percent pure gold and 25 percent alloy. Shop a large collection of gold watches on 1stDibs.
What does 18K on a ring mean?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The mark 18K on a ring stands for 18-karat gold. 18-karat signifies that the ring is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals, such as copper, zinc or nickel. The additional metals strengthen the ring, making it more durable. Shop a range of expertly vetted 18-karat jewelry on 1stDibs.
What is 18K green gold?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
18K green gold is an alloy created by mixing silver, copper and zinc with normal gold. 18K green gold is greener than 14K green gold. On 1stDibs, shop a wide collection of genuine 18K green gold from some of the world's top sellers.
Is an 18-inch necklace too short?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
Whether an 18-inch necklace is too short depends on a few factors. If the necklace length causes it to hit right at the neckline of your top, you may want to go with a longer or shorter option. People with wide or short necks may also find necklaces longer than 18 inches more flattering. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of necklaces.
Is 18k gold good?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Yes, 18k is the perfect karatage for jewelry. While 24k is more prized and typically more expensive, it is also less dense and durable than 18k gold.

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