Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Thonet
Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Thonet
Thonet was founded by German-Austrian cabinetmaker Michael Thonet, whose experiments with steam-bent wood transformed furniture production in the 19th century. The company became internationally known for lightweight, durable bentwood chairs and later played an important role in modernist tubular-steel furniture. Its designs combined industrial production with clear construction, functional forms and economical use of materials.
Thonet Art Nouveau Bentwood Shoe Shine or Fitting Stool, Vienna, Austria, 1900s
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A rare Jugendstil / Art Nouveau shoe store fitter’s stool with seat, dating from around 1900–1910, once used in a traditional shoe shop of the early 20th century. Crafted from beech bentwood by Gebrüder Thonet, Vienna (labelled underneath), showing the graceful lines typical of the Art Nouveau period. The surface has been professionally refreshed with shellac, preserving its authentic character. The original rubber pad has been retained. Overall in good, well-maintained condition. Measurements: Depth 26", Height 13", Width 12“.
- designer
- Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Thonet
- material
- Beech, Bentwood, Wood
- style
- Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
- year
- 1910
- measurements
- h: 13 in, w: 12 in, d: 26 in, seat height: 13 in
h: 33 cm, w: 30 cm, d: 66 cm, seat height: 33 cm
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