Thonet - Michael Thonet, Josef Hoffmann - Chair - Armchair no. 811 - Wood, Rattan
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Thonet Armchair No. 811, designed by Josef Hoffmann for Michael Thonet, from the 1900–2000 period, crafted in wood with a handwoven rattan back, in brown, Art Nouveau style, Austria, dimensions 80 cm high by 50 cm wide by 53 cm deep, in good used condition with minor signs of age and stains.
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This is one of the most famous Thonet chairs, designed by Josef Hoffmann, who designed several for Thonet.
In the 19th century, Michael Thonet established his first factory to create timeless chairs with the help of the bentwood technique – the method still used today. Thonet's essential breakthrough in production methods allowed him to produce light, strong wood bent into curved, graceful shapes by steaming the wood. This enabled him to design elegant, lightweight, durable and comfortable furniture while creating a unique segment of furniture that stands out still today.
Designed in the 1920s, this early example of the no. 811 chair is one of Thonet's most elegant chairs.
It features arms for comfort, and the rattan on the back of the chair is expertly and precisely curved for even more comfort.
It's a famous Art Deco period "architects chair", and has become one of the most iconic and most sought-after Thonet chairs.
This one features its original handwoven rattan, which is still in good shape. Which is, after many many decades, rather a miracle.
Will be shipped packed very well.
This is one of the most famous Thonet chairs, designed by Josef Hoffmann, who designed several for Thonet.
In the 19th century, Michael Thonet established his first factory to create timeless chairs with the help of the bentwood technique – the method still used today. Thonet's essential breakthrough in production methods allowed him to produce light, strong wood bent into curved, graceful shapes by steaming the wood. This enabled him to design elegant, lightweight, durable and comfortable furniture while creating a unique segment of furniture that stands out still today.
Designed in the 1920s, this early example of the no. 811 chair is one of Thonet's most elegant chairs.
It features arms for comfort, and the rattan on the back of the chair is expertly and precisely curved for even more comfort.
It's a famous Art Deco period "architects chair", and has become one of the most iconic and most sought-after Thonet chairs.
This one features its original handwoven rattan, which is still in good shape. Which is, after many many decades, rather a miracle.
Will be shipped packed very well.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Austria
Manufacturer/brand
Thonet
Model
Armchair no. 811
Designer/artist/maker
Josef Hoffmann, Michael Thonet
Material
Rattan, Wood
Style
Art Nouveau
Colour
Brown
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
80 cm
Width
50 cm
Depth
53 cm
Estimated period
1900-2000
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