Group of 4 Beech Thonet Chairs Austria First Half 20th Century
Features
Age: 20th Century / 1901 - 2000
Origin: Austria
Main essence: Beech
Description
A group of 4 thonet chairs, steam bent beech wood. Hot stamped seat and backrest. Austria, first half 20th century.
Product Condition:
The item shows signs of wear due to age. Any damage or loss is displayed as completely as possible in the pictures. It may require restoration and recovery of french polish.
Dimensions (cm):
Height: 89
Width: 36,5
Depth: 49,5
Seat height: 47
Additional Information
Age: 20th Century / 1901 - 2000
20th Century / 1901 - 2000Main essence: Beech
It is a semi-hard wood which, unfortunately, is easily wormed, therefore it is considered poor. Due to its light but variegated shades, from blond to reddish, it was nevertheless appreciated by French cabinetmakers. It was mainly used for furniture structures or, as an alternative to walnut, by provincial English furniture makers for popular works, mostly in the 1700s. The noblest use is due to Thonèt, who applied the steam bending of the beech in the making of the furniture, in particular for the chairs that took his name. Alternative proposals