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Antique Bentwood Sofa Thonet No. 1, Austria circa 1860

About the Item

Very rare bentwood sofa Thonet No 1, manufactured in the 1960s by Thonet. Professionally restored, retaining beautiful old patina and some normal traces of wear. Cleaned and re-polished with shellack finish, seat with new cane. This sofa is one of the first industrially produced pieces of furniture. The original producers stamp is missing. The wooden frame is made of beech wood and has a very elegant form. The structure of the sofa is strong, without defects and it's fully functional as intended.
  • Creator:
    Thonet (Manufacturer),Michael Thonet (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38.19 in (97 cm)Width: 47.45 in (120.5 cm)Depth: 22.84 in (58 cm)Seat Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)
  • Style:
    Belle Époque (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Refinished with shelack. Cane seat reupholstered. Few repair marks can be seen (please check the detailed photos). Retains nice age related patina ans some small traces of wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Zagreb, HR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5333234060082
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