$1,256
Thonet Sofa No.56
By August Thonet, Thonet
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Thonet sofa no.56 professionally stained and repolished.
Fabric, Bentwood
Thonet Gebruder Vienna Gmbh No.56 Bentwood and Vienna Straw Chair
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Iconic and famous Viennese chair of the Thonet Gebruder GmbH model n.56; the entire structure, with its characteristic sinuous lines, is made of steam-curved beech wood; the seat is ...
Beech
Antique Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet No. 56 Rattan Chair 1930s
Located in Hannover, DE
Antique Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet No. 56 Austria, 1930s Elegant antique bentwood chair in the style of the iconic Thonet Model No. 56, most likely produced in Austria d...
Rattan, Bentwood
Antique Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet No. 56 Austrian Rattan 1930-1940
Located in Hannover, DE
Antique Bentwood Chair in the Style of Thonet No. 56 Austria, 1930s Elegant antique bentwood chair in the style of the iconic Thonet Model No. 56, most likely produced in Austria d...
Rattan, Beech
Unavailable
H 37.41 in W 20.08 in D 18.9 in
Set of Three Antique Thonet Bentwood Armchairs Fauteuil No. 56 F
By Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
Antique Thonet bentwood armchair fauteuil No. 56 F designed 1885, manufactured 1925.
Bentwood
1920's Dining Chair Model No. 105 by Gebrüder Thonet
By Michael Thonet, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Brno, CZ
This chair was developed from model number. 56. In Thonet’s long history, chair no.56 was in many ways quite revolutionary and it was actually this design that started Thonet’s "Clas...
Beech
Four Chairs Thonet Nr.56
By Michael Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
Original state with a pleasant patine of age, perfectly cleaned and re-polished with shelack finish.
Bentwood
Set Of Eight Thonet Bistro Chairs No. 56
By Thonet
Located in Charmes, FR
Set of 8 bistro chairs by Thonet. Model no. 56 from the 1904/1907 catalog. Bent beechwood frame, stable and in good condition.
Wood
Thonet Mundus office chair no.56
By Thonet-Mundus
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Thonet Mundus office chair no.56 in original condition.
Beech
Sold
H 18.12 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
Legendary tubular steel stool, model B 56, Marcel Breuer for Thonet
By Thonet, Marcel Breuer
Located in Neuss, NW
Legendary tubular steel stool, model B 56, designed 1928 by Marcel Breuer for Thonet. Solid frame made of chromed tubular steel.
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 36.23 in W 59.06 in D 22.45 in
Original Sofa Canape Nr. 56 by Gebrüder Thonet Vienna Austria 1930s
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
This beautifully preserved triple bench, crafted from steam-bent beech, originates from Austria and was manufactured by Gebrüder Thonet Vienna in the 1930s. It exudes the timeless ch...
Wood
Table Thonet Nr.56, circa 1885
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Praha, CZ
Manufactured in Austria by the Gebrüder Thonet Company. Finely restored: Treated against woodworm by injecting chemistry, cleaned and repolished polish. Labeled by paper label.
Beech, Bentwood
S 56 N Cantilevered Chair by Marcel Breuer
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Chicago, IL
The cantilever chair S 32 and the version S 64 with armrests are the most famous tubular steel classics. The appealing combination of new and old contribute to their popularity: Gebr...
Chrome
pair of original bauhaus chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Luckhardt design modified by Anton Lorenz; sources: Vegesack, Deutsche Stahlrohrmobel, Munich, pages 56, 49, 132; Thonet Principle, from Bent Wood to a Tube, Nuremberg 1989, page 249
Thonet Bench 1865
By Thonet
Located in Čelinac, BA
Thonet Bench 1865
Bentwood
$5,027
H 27.96 in W 46.07 in D 20.48 in
Josef Hoffmann Attributed Vienna Secession Bentwood Bench or Settee, circa 1910
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet-Mundus
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This exceptional bentwood bench settee was made in early 20th century and is attributed to Josef Hoffmann designed for Thonet - Mundus. This model appeared in the catalog in 1907, an...
Beech, Bentwood
Josef Hoffmann Attributed Beech Sofa, Vienna Secession, 1920s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Praha, CZ
Rare and elegant sofa attributed to Josef Hoffmann, dating to the 1920s and produced in Czechoslovakia. This refined piece embodies the principles of the Vienna Secession, combining ...
Other
$2,400
H 38 in W 46.75 in D 18 in
Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Cane Loveseat Settee Bench by JJ Kohn 1880/1920's
By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional bentwood settee, loveseat, bench, by J J Kohn. This charming bench is in excellent, original, clean and ready to use condition, free of damage or repairs. Executed in Au...
Cane, Beech
$316Sale Price|20% Off
H 33.5 in W 18 in D 20.25 in
1930s Vintage Thonet Cafe Chair Bentwood Stamped Austria
By Thonet
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a Vintage Thonet Project Cafe Dining Chair Stamped AUSTRIA. Construction: Bentwood Plywood Dimensions: 33.5 tall x 18 w x 20.25 d Seat 17.5 Original fair vint...
Bentwood, Plywood
Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Chair by Kohn Mundus
By Thonet, J & J Kohn & Mundus
Located in New York, NY
Classic steam bent Vienna Secessionist side chair made in Czechoslovia, by J.J. Kohn & Mundus, circa 1900/1920's. The chair is in very good, clean, ready to use condition, showing o...
Cane, Bentwood
French Thonet Style Beechwood Armchair, mid 20th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
constructed entirely of beechwood and having a concave or barrel shaped backrest with high bentwood arms and a solid wooden seat, raised on tapering shaped legs
Beech
$6,855
H 38.98 in W 44.89 in D 20.28 in
Vienna Secessionist Bentwood and Rattan Settee by Thonet Brothers
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Madrid, ES
Rare Vienna Secessionist bentwood and rattan settee by Thonet Brothers. The settee can be found in old Thonet catalogues and based on the paper label underneath, the seat was manufac...
Rattan, Bentwood
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bent Wood Bench After Thonet
By Thonet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Channel the timeless elegance of a Viennese café with this stunning vintage bentwood settee. Crafted in the iconic style of Michael Thonet, this piece is a masterpiece of form and fu...
Cane, Bentwood
$3,500
H 38.5 in W 45 in D 20 in
20th Century Bentwood Sofa in the Thonet Style, circa 1925, Caned Seat
By Thonet
Located in Miami, FL
20th century bentwood sofa in the Thonet style, circa 1925, caned seat This sofa it´s very heavy and sturdy.
Cane, Bentwood
Michael Thonet Sofa Bench NR22
By Michael Thonet, Thonet
Located in Chicago, IL
Michael Thonet Sofa Bench Kanapee Sittee NR22 First original form, produced 1889-1890 Cane replaced with mohair Seat Height: 20.5"
Mohair, Beech
$3,290Sale Price|30% Off
H 39 in W 54 in D 20 in
Vienna Secession Scrolling Bentwood Oak & Cane Settee Bench by Thonet No 05
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Late Victorian number 5 bentwood settee by Thonet crafted with the companies signature steam-bent beechwood frame, the settee features its striking woven wicker seat and backrest. Th...
Wicker, Oak
1920 Art Deco Bent Oak & Cane Chair No. 144 by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Early Modernist Thonet number 144 side chair features an elegant, sculptural frame crafted from warm-toned bentwood with striking fluid curves and an elegant rounded square backrest....
Wicker, Oak
Bentwood dining chair no.20 by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Bentwood dining chair no.20 by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.
Beech, Bentwood
$7,769
H 30.32 in W 47.25 in D 21.66 in
Vienna Secession Canape No. 6214 by Otto Wagner for Thonet, 1904
By Thonet, Otto Wagner
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find an elegant and rare bentwood canapé, model no. 6214, designed Otto Wagner and produced by Thonet in the early 20th century. This refined settee exemplif...
Fabric, Bentwood
Thonet Model No. 511 Bentwood Armchair, Vienna Secession, circa 1904
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Thonet
Located in Austin, TX
An iconic armchair of the Vienna Secession movement, the Thonet model no. 511 bent beechwood armchair, featuring stunning lines and beautiful proportions. A design tour de force, it ...
Bentwood, Cane, Beech
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
H 16 in W 31.25 in D 31.25 in
Willy Guhl 31" Adjustable 2 Piece Concrete Planter, Switzerland, 1960's
By Willy Guhl
Located in Culver City, CA
Iconic Willy Guhl Planter for Eternit, 1960s – A Cement Celebrity Here we go again, folks—another jaw-dropping Willy Guhl planter for Eternit, straight from the 1960s and brimming w...
Concrete
$1,142 / item
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Shell Dining Chair, Linen Schwarzwald Dedar, by Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile dining seats. They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs. Chair was designed by Vi...
Linen, Bouclé, Beech, Velvet
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
$2,530 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 21.66 in
Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
Beautiful Modern Ottoman in the Style of Josef Frank
By Josef Frank
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Modern Ottoman in the style of Josef Frank, ottoman has four solid wood bun feet, fabric is by Robert Allen. Ready for a new home, excellent condition.One ottoman ready to ...
Cotton, Wood
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Sold|$1,325
H 35.83 in W 18.9 in D 18.51 in
Vintage Danish Brutalist Oak Dining Chairs, Henning Kjærnulf style, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
This handsome set of four dining chairs, crafted in Denmark during the 1960s-1970s, channels the powerful aesthetic of Henning Kjærnulf’s renowned Brutalist/Baroque style. The solid ...
Fabric, Oak
$4,800
H 72 in W 82 in D 16.5 in L 72 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Wall Unit with Shelves & Cabinets with Desk in Teak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large Scandinavian wall unit circa 1960's. It features teak wood finish with a drop down center desk. The unit is totally modular and can arranged to your liking. It also includes ...
Teak
Swedish 3 Door Cabinet - Nordens Flora Illustrations
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Swedish three-door sideboard or cabinet, circa 1950s. The cabinet features clean lines and a balanced interior layout behind two doors, opening to separate compartments. One compar...
Birch, Paper
$1,942 / item
H 40.16 in W 9.06 in D 4.73 in
Glustin Luminaires Creation Brass and Murano Glass Panels
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Rectangular tall wall sconces made of brass with different overlayed Murano glass panels. Four lights per sconce.
Brass
Fabric Pende Woka Chandelier
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Handsewn fabric shade, dessin by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, hanging on a fabric-covered wire, brass-parts in the requested finish. Total drop custom made 2 x Edison screw sockets ...
Brass
$5,456 / set
H 28.35 in W 35.44 in D 25.6 in
An Original Dondolo Rocking Chair by Luigi Crassevig, Italy, 1970s
By Luigi Crassevig
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An original Dondolo rocking chair by Luigi Crassevig, Italy, 1970s. Bentwood and original cane. We only have a single chair available. The price is for the single chair. Fast ...
Cane, Wood
Willy Guhl Colossal Chalice Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique concrete planter by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Planter in the shape of a chalice with faceted edges along the top and bottom. Great age and patina from decades of European wi...
Concrete
$2,776Sale Price|55% Off
H 40.95 in W 90.56 in D 27.56 in
Decorative and Architectural Biedermeier Sofa in Birch
Located in Kastrup, DK
Decorative and architectural Biedermeier sofa in birch, Copenhagen Denmark , 1820-1830. Upholstered with black fabric.
Birch, Fabric
$2,900 / set
H 10.63 in W 4.73 in D 8.27 in
Pair of 1950s Italian Sculptural Wall Lights in Brass, Green and Opaline Glass
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of Italian wall sconces dating from the 1950s, characterized by a sculptural mid-century composition and a distinctive combination of brass, green lacquer and opaline glass. Ea...
Brass
Contemporary Maison Jensen Style Palm Tree Floor Lamp
By Maison Jansen
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large contemporary Maison Jensen style palm tree floor lamp. Great home decor as well as a lamp. Currently unwired but wiring can be arranged prior to delivery for a fee.
Metal
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