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1940's Chair by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Brno, CZ
This is an original chair produced the late 1940’s. The chair doesn’t have a company label anymore
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1940s Czech Bohemian Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Vintage 1940's Chair by Thonet
1940's Chair by Thonet
H 33.08 in W 22.84 in D 21.26 in
Midcentury Thonet Bentwood Upholstered Chair
By Thonet
Located in Doylestown, PA
Midcentury Thonet bentwood upholstered chair. Single chair with Classic midcentury design with
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Wood, Bentwood

Beechwood Chair Thonet, Czechoslovakia, 1930s
By Thonet
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This wood bistro chair Thonet was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1930´s. It´s made of
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Wood, Beech

Vintage Beechwood Chair Thonet, Czechoslovakia, 1930s
Beechwood Chair Thonet, Czechoslovakia, 1930s
H 28.35 in W 17.33 in D 16.93 in
Thonet Swivel Chair
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet swivel chair in good original condition with signs of usage.
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1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Vintage Thonet Swivel Chair
Thonet Swivel Chair
H 32.29 in W 21.86 in D 18.51 in
Cocktail Chair, Thonet, Vienna, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Wolfurt, AT
The relatively small cocktail chair covered with a firm vinyl cover, the seams of which are
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Vintage Cocktail Chair, Thonet, Vienna, 1950s
Cocktail Chair, Thonet, Vienna, 1950s
H 30.12 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in
Thonet Bentwood Bistro Chair, Czechoslovakia 1940s
By Thonet
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful vintage chair designed by Thonet. Bentwood details and construction makes this piece a
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1940s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Oak, Bentwood, Plywood

Vintage Cinema Chair from Thonet, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This folding cinema chair was produced by Thonet in former Czechoslovakia during the 1930s-1950s
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Wood, Bentwood, Plywood

Vintage Cinema Chair from Thonet, 1950s
Vintage Cinema Chair from Thonet, 1950s
H 33.47 in W 21.26 in D 16.93 in
Super Slick Pair of Thonet Chairs
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Thonet tub chairs in great original condition. We believe they are upholstered in leather
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage Super Slick Pair of Thonet Chairs
Super Slick Pair of Thonet Chairs
H 30 in W 30 in D 31 in
Thonet Chair with Bent Wood Legs
By Thonet
Located in St. Louis, MO
Slipper chair by Thonet with bentwood oak legs in dark brown finish.
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1950s American Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Thonet Cane and Black Ebonized Bentwood Chair After Thonet 209
By Thonet
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
The chair after Thonet is from the years between 1950s This is Le Corbusier's favourite chair and
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

80s Chair Freischwiner Thonet 96 Chrome Armrest Chair Mesh Design
By Thonet
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
80s chair Freischwiner Thonet 96 chrome armrest chair mesh design Object: armchair
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1980s European Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Chrome

ZMG Thonet Beech wood Folding chairs 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Den Haag, NL
making Thonet chairs (same factory) are in a good vintage condition with only small marks and scuffs to
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1950s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Beech

ZMG Thonet Beech wood Folding chairs 1950s
ZMG Thonet Beech wood Folding chairs 1950s
H 30.32 in W 19.3 in D 22.05 in
Thonet Barrel Back Club Chair in Mohair
By Thonet
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a beautifully restored chair by Thonet. New upholstery and cushioning. In a faux snakeskin
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Thonet Barrel Back Club Chair in Mohair
Thonet Barrel Back Club Chair in Mohair
H 28.5 in W 26.5 in D 26.5 in
Set of Five Chairs by Thonet, Vienna
By Thonet
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of five Thonet chairs. The chairs was made by Thonet in 1984 of dark lacquered wood and
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1980s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

Set of Five Chairs by Thonet, Vienna
Set of Five Chairs by Thonet, Vienna
H 35.44 in W 18.12 in D 15.75 in
Thonet Pair of black stained wood chairs
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Thonet bentwood chairs. There is some wear and tear, but they are sturdy. They have been
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20th Century European Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Thonet Pair of black stained wood chairs
Thonet Pair of black stained wood chairs
H 30 in W 18.5 in D 19.25 in
Thonet Chair - Original Herbatschek Series N ° 243711
By Thonet
Located in Padova, IT
Thonet chair - original Herbatschek series n ° 243711 - squared seat - in black laquered beech wood
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Straw, Beech

Dining Chairs No.81 by Thonet Debrecsen
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Dining chairs no.81 by Thonet Debrecsen executed in 1980s. Excellent original condition.
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1980s Hungarian Jugendstil Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Dining Chairs No.81 by Thonet Debrecsen
Dining Chairs No.81 by Thonet Debrecsen
H 31.5 in W 24.81 in D 22.84 in
Thonet, Set of 3 Chairs, France, 1950
By Thonet
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Set of 3 chairs variant of the CM 190 edited by Thonet, France, 1950. Seat in black faux leather
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Metal

Thonet, Set of 3 Chairs, France, 1950
Thonet, Set of 3 Chairs, France, 1950
H 29.93 in W 16.93 in D 20.87 in
Pair of Thonet Lounge Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this pair of lounge chairs by Thonet dating from the 1960s with their
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Thonet Lounge Chairs
Pair of Thonet Lounge Chairs
H 32.25 in W 24.75 in D 30 in
Mid Century Atomic Ranch Thonet Style Arm Chairs
By Thonet
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Awesome retro bentwood arm chairs in the style of Thonet and Heywood Wakefield. Nice red leather
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of 4 Fledermaus Chairs Executed by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Set of 4 Fledermaus chairs executed by Thonet in 1999. Original vintage condition with signs of
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1990s Slovak Vienna Secession Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Set of 4 Fledermaus Chairs Executed by Thonet
Set of 4 Fledermaus Chairs Executed by Thonet
H 29.53 in W 23.23 in D 18.9 in
Six Midcentury Cane Bentwood Chair After Thonet 209, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
after Thonet is from the years 1950s The 6 chairs are in very good condition, ready to be used This is
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Set of Four 1950's Dining Chairs by Thonet
By Thonet, Thonet
Located in Brno, CZ
A set of Mid Century Modern dining chairs, designed and produced by Thonet Furniture Company in the
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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Set of Four 1950's Dining Chairs by Thonet
Set of Four 1950's Dining Chairs by Thonet
H 31.5 in W 16.54 in D 18.51 in
Thonet style Chair n.17
By Michael Thonet
Located in Premariacco, IT
1960s Thonet style chair model n.17, also called 'Cathedral', black lacquered with original period
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1960s Romanian Art Deco Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Straw, Beech

Thonet style Chair n.17
Thonet style Chair n.17
H 44.89 in W 17.33 in D 18.9 in
Thonet Pair of Chairs in Cherry and Burgundy Upholstery
By Thonet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Thonet, pair of chairs, cherry, fabric, Germany, 1930s This unique pair of chairs has a splendid
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Cherry

Bentwood swivel chair B663 by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bentwood swivel chair B663 by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.
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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Bentwood swivel chair B663 by Thonet
Bentwood swivel chair B663 by Thonet
H 34.26 in W 18.51 in D 27.56 in
Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet, circa 1930
By Thonet
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bentwood chair by unknown designer and manufacturer in the style of Thonet. Made in Austria, circa
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1930s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

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Rattan, Wood

Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet, circa 1930
Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet, circa 1930
No Reserve
H 36.62 in W 17.33 in D 22.45 in
Thonet Bentwood Red and Black Lacquered Modernist Desk Chair
By Thonet
Located in Westport, CT
Thonet bentwood vintage red and black lacquered plywood inspired by Eames DCW desk/dining chair
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

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Bentwood

Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet, circa 1930
By Thonet
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bentwood chair by unknown designer and manufacturer in the style of Thonet. Made in Austria, circa
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1930s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

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Wood

Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet, circa 1930
Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet, circa 1930
No Reserve
H 35.83 in W 17.33 in D 22.25 in
Chair Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Praha, CZ
Original state with a pleasant patine of age, perfectly cleaned and re-polished.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

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Bentwood

Chair Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
Chair Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 19.69 in
6 Original Thonet 209 Dining chairs with rare blue upholstery
By Thonet
Located in Rümmingen, BW
The Thonet 209 is a timeless classic. The brother Thonet designed this elegant Chair design already
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1990s German Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

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Wood

A pair 1930's Thonet Crocodile folding chairs Bauhaus era
By Thonet
Located in Leicester, GB
A pair of Bauhaus bentwood crocodile chairs by Thonet. Beech and plywood folding café chairs from
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1930s Polish Bauhaus Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Beech

Set of 8 Bentwood Caning Chairs by Thonet, Austria 1930s
By Thonet
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 8 bentwood caning chairs by Thonet - Austria 1930s.
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1930s Austrian Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

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Bentwood

Black Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet, circa 1950
By Thonet
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Black bentwood chair designed in the style of Thonet. Made in France, circa 1950. In original
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Wood

N0.21 Rocking Chair by Michael Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Princeton Junction, NJ
Excellent condition. Rattan has a few undyed spots as shown in photos.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Wood

N0.21 Rocking Chair by Michael Thonet
N0.21 Rocking Chair by Michael Thonet
H 44.1 in W 20.48 in D 39.77 in
Vintage Bentwood Rocking Chair after Michael Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Trenton, NJ
early Thonet furniture. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this rocking chair pays homage to
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

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Cane, Wood

Mid Century Modern Thonet Lounge Chair Reupholstered
By Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dive into the vibrant embrace of our reimagined Thonet lounge chair, now dressed in a sumptuous
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Bauhaus Thonet Folding Chair, B 751
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s, Czechoslovakia - Original (well-) preserved - Marked by maker - Straight and simple design - Publicated in books and catalogues.
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1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Bauhaus Thonet Folding Chair, B 751
Bauhaus Thonet Folding Chair, B 751
H 32.29 in W 18.12 in D 19.3 in
Bauhaus Thonet Folding Chair, B 751
By Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s, Czechoslovakia - Original (well-) preserved - Marked by maker - Straight and simple design - Publicated in books and catalogues.
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1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Bauhaus Thonet Folding Chair, B 751
Bauhaus Thonet Folding Chair, B 751
H 32.29 in W 18.12 in D 19.3 in
A pair of Thonet style folding sling chairs having downswept arms
By Thonet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of Thonet style folding sling chairs having downswept arms and upholstered seat.
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Retro Thonet Lounge Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Bronx, NY
The pair has the original vinyl, and the original finish. Sold as a pair only.Price is for the pair.
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1950s European Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Wood, PVC

Pair of Retro Thonet Lounge Chairs
Pair of Retro Thonet Lounge Chairs
H 31 in W 25 in D 21 in
Pair of 1960s Mid-Century Thonet B 751 Wood Folding Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Carimate, Como
Pair of folding chairs model B751 designed at the beginning of the 20th century by Thonet
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Wood

1970s Vintage Rocking Chair in Thonet Style
By Thonet
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
A beautiful 1970s rocking chair in Thonet style. Brass structure, Wien wicker, seat on wood frame
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Brass

1970s Vintage Rocking Chair in Thonet Style
1970s Vintage Rocking Chair in Thonet Style
H 45.28 in W 22.45 in D 40.56 in
Four Chairs Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Praha, CZ
Perfect original condition, museum pieces. It is rare to find 4 chairs in this condition, including
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

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Bentwood, Textile

Four Chairs Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
Four Chairs Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
H 35.04 in W 16.15 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chair by Thonet in Original Vintage Silk & Oak, Czechoslovakia, 1940s
By Thonet
Located in Zohor, SK
Elegant dining chair produced by Thonet company in an original condition. The chair is made of
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1940s Czech Art Deco Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

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Silk, Oak, Bentwood

Upholstered Dining Chair by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant dining chair by Thonet featuring bentwood legs and cream leather upholstery
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

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Leather, Bentwood

Upholstered Dining Chair by Thonet
Upholstered Dining Chair by Thonet
H 31 in W 18 in D 17 in
Vintage Bentwood Rocking Chair Att. to Thonet
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
vintage, Thonet - made in USA, unsigned. The chair is slightly smaller in scale, a variation of the more
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Mid-20th Century American Vienna Secession Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

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Cane, Bentwood

4 Mid Century Rocking Chairs by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Unusual and rare model Thonet wood, aluminum and vinyl rocking chairs, total of four available
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

4 Mid Century Rocking Chairs by Thonet
4 Mid Century Rocking Chairs by Thonet
H 29.5 in W 22 in D 27.5 in
Thonet Style Bentwood Ebonised Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Berkhamsted, GB
This glorious set of six Thonet-inspired bentwood dining chairs is an eye-catching sight, boasting
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1960s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Thonet Style Bentwood Ebonised Chairs
Thonet Style Bentwood Ebonised Chairs
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 23.63 in
Two Chairs Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
Original state with a pleasant patine of age, perfectly cleaned and re-polished.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Two Chairs Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
Two Chairs Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
H 35.04 in W 16.15 in D 19.69 in
Bent Plywood Chair, Model 18 by Bruno Weir for Thonet, c. 1950
By Thonet
Located in New York City, NY
Bent Plywood Chair, Model 18, by Bruno Weir, Thonet, Austria, c. 1950 Cool, simple bent plywood
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20th Century Austrian Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Set of 4 1960s Mid-Century Thonet B 751 Wood Folding Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Carimate, Como
I offer a set of four folding chairs model B751 designed at the beginning of the 20th century by
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Wood

Chairs Thonet 209, Pair of Cane and Black Bentwood , 1940s or 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
The chair after Thonet is from the years between 1950-1960 This is Le Corbusier's favourite chair
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Austrian modern white wood fabric tub chairs Joseph Hoffmann for Thonet, 1970s
By Thonet
Located in MIlano, IT
Austrian modern white wood fabric tub chairs Joseph Hoffmann for Thonet, 1970s Set of four tub
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1990s Austrian Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Metal

Italian Mid Century Big Beech and Vienna Straw Thonet Style Chairs, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern larghe beech and Vienna straw Thonet style chairs with armrests, 1950s
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Straw, Beech

Austrian modern black wooden chairs by Ernst W. Beranek for Thonet, 1990s
By Thonet
Located in MIlano, IT
Austrian modern black wooden chairs by Ernst W. Beranek for Thonet, 1990s Set of five chairs with
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1990s Austrian Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Metal

Original "Thonet" Office Chair
By Thonet
Located in Medina, OH
"Thonet" office arm chair in its original fabric. "Thonet" stamped under chair. It is in great
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

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Upholstery, Oak, Bentwood

Original "Thonet" Office Chair
Original "Thonet" Office Chair
H 31.5 in W 22.5 in D 20 in
Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet, Rattan and Wood, circa 1940
By Thonet
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bentwood chair by unknown designer and manufacturer in the style of Thonet. Made in France, circa
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Wood, Rattan

Set of 7 Thonet Bentwood Caned Dining Chairs
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
SET of 7 Antique Bentwood dining chairs with steam bent ebonized wooden frames with caned seats and
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20th Century Post-Modern Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Wood, Ash

Classic Thonet Style Blonde Bentwood & Caned Rocking Chair
By Thonet
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic Thonet style light colored bentwood rocking chair having the recognizable curlicues and
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1980s Italian Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

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Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of vintage thonet chair chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, fabric and metal, all vintage thonet chair chairs available were constructed with great care. Vintage thonet chair chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage thonet chair chairs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made vintage thonet chair chairs over the years, but those made by Thonet, Marcel Breuer and Michael Thonet are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs?

Vintage thonet chair chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,816, while the lowest priced sells for $10 and the highest can go for as much as $30,000.

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Questions About Vintage Thonet Chair Chairs
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.