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Set of 8 19th Century Bistro Bentwood Chairs by Thonet
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Set of 8 19th Century Bistro Bentwood Chairs by Thonet

19th century
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Sold 4 September 2026 · Elmgarden
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Set of 8 19th century Bistro Bentwood Chairs by Thonet

A Good sturdy set of Art Nouveau Bentwood Chairs, traditionally this type of chair was used in European Bistros, these are a very early set and in remarkably good condition

The chairs have pressed plywood seats with a very distinctive Art Nouveau pattern on them and double railed back

This very attractive set is in good condition, the chairs are 35” high at the back, and the seats are 16” wide and 18” deep and 18.5” from the ground

CS175

Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated these Antique Thonet Bistro Chairs to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
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SA1079343
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CS175
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Set of 8 19th century Bistro Bentwood Chairs by Thonet
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A Good sturdy set of Art Nouveau Bentwood Chairs, traditionally this type of chair was used in European Bistros, these are a very early set and in remarkably good condition.
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fig 1. Set of eight dark brown 19th-century Thonet bentwood bistro chairs with steam-bent frames and embossed wooden seats.
fig 1. Set of 8 19th Century Bistro Bentwood Chairs by Thonet

The chairs have pressed plywood seats with a very distinctive Art Nouveau pattern on them and double railed back

This very attractive set is in good condition, the chairs are 35” high at the back, and the seats are 16” wide and 18” deep and 18.5” from the ground

CS175

Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated these Antique Thonet Bistro Chairs to the Victorian era.

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
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SA1079343
Dealers Internal Ref
CS175
Elmgarden
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Set of eight dark brown 19th-century Thonet bentwood bistro chairs with steam-bent frames and embossed wooden seats.
Set of 8 19th century Bistro Bentwood Chairs by Thonet
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Set of eight dark brown 19th-century Thonet bentwood bistro chairs with steam-bent frames and embossed wooden seats.
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  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Bistro
  • MaterialBeechwood, Stained Timber
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSteam-bent backrest, Embossed timber seat, Curved support rail
  • SizeH 89 cm (35 in) x W 41 cm (16 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

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Pioneered by Michael Thonet in the mid-19th century, bentwood chairs revolutionised furniture manufacturing through steam-bending timber, allowing lightweight, durable, and mass-produced seating for cafes and homes across Europe.

Traditional bentwood chairs are constructed from solid beechwood softened with steam, bent inside metal moulds, and fastened with screws and metal brackets to construct curved structural frames.

Authentic pieces frequently bear paper maker labels or impressed stamps on the underside of the seat rail, alongside steam-bent backrests, curved structural braces, and embossed or woven seats.

Bentwood chairs integrate easily alongside modern or traditional dining tables, introducing curved silhouettes and warm timber tones to dining rooms, kitchens, or breakfast nooks.

Regularly wipe frames with a dry microfiber cloth, apply natural beeswax polish periodically to maintain the timber finish, and position away from direct heat sources to avoid timber drying or joint loosening.
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