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Set of Six Bentwood Bistro Dining Chairs by Thonet C.1900
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Set of Six Bentwood Bistro Dining Chairs by Thonet C.1900

1900 - 1920
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Superb set of six bentwood bistro dining chairs by Thonet, the celebrated inventors of bentwood furniture, c.1900. Simple beechwood frames with backrest and seat panels featuring elaborate pressed decoration. Legs swept slightly outwards for stability and joined with a hoop stretcher. Paper labels for Thonet of Wien (Vienna) to the underside. Excellent colour and condition, cleaned and waxed in our workshops.

Note we also have for sale a matching pair of armchairs and settee (sold separately).

Width: 16" (40.5 cm)

Height: 35.5" (90 cm)

Depth: 17" (43 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
40.5cm (15.94")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Declaration

Collinge Antiques has dated these Thonet Bentwood Dining Chairs to the 1900s.

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SA1203706
Dealers Internal Reference
38349
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Please contact us for more images, delivery and international shipping quotes. Alternatively you are welcome to view and collect at our large warehouse showroom in Llandudno Junction, North Wales (approximately 45mins from Chester). We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture of all types and have twice been shortlisted for the Home and Antiques Magazine Antique Shop of the Year Award. Open 7 days a week. 01492 580022.

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Superb set of six bentwood bistro dining chairs by Thonet, the celebrated inventors of bentwood furniture, c.1900. Simple beechwood frames with backrest and seat panels featuring elaborate pressed decoration. Legs swept slightly outwards for stability and joined with a hoop stretcher. Paper labels for Thonet of Wien (Vienna) to the underside. Excellent colour and condition, cleaned and waxed in our workshops.

Note we also have for sale a matching pair of armchairs and settee (sold separately).

Width: 16" (40.5 cm)

Height: 35.5" (90 cm)

Depth: 17" (43 cm)

Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
40.5cm (15.94")
Depth
43cm (16.93")
Date of Manufacture

Collinge Antiques has dated these Thonet Bentwood Dining Chairs to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1203706
Dealers Internal Ref
38349
Collinge Antiques
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A set of six dark brown bentwood dining chairs with embossed scrollwork backrests and seats.
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Archive I A set of six dark brown bentwood dining chairs with embossed scrollwork backrests and seats.

Set of Six Bentwood Bistro Dining Chairs by Thonet C.1900

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North Wales
LL31 9LU
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A set of six dark brown bentwood dining chairs with embossed scrollwork backrests and seats.
Set of Six Bentwood Bistro Dining Chairs by Thonet c.1900
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A set of six dark brown bentwood dining chairs with embossed scrollwork backrests and seats.
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  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • MaterialBeechwood, Plywood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSteam-bent frame, Embossed scrollwork back, Pressed plywood seat, Curved legs
  • SizeH 90 cm (35 in) x W 40.5 cm (16 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

This set of six dining chairs by Thonet dates from 1900 during the Art Nouveau period. Each piece uses beechwood and plywood in a dark brown timber colour with a steam-bent frame, curved legs, and a hoop stretcher. The backrests and pressed plywood seats include elaborate embossed scrollwork decoration, while paper labels for Thonet of Wien appear on the underside. The chairs show subtle tonal variations across the polished surfaces and curved edge mouldings on the seats. Dimensions measure 90 cm high, 40.5 cm wide, and 43 cm deep. These chairs suit placement around a dining table in a kitchen or dining room, or as occasional seating in a living space. The rustic farmhouse aesthetic complements both traditional and contemporary interiors. Daily use at a dining table accommodates family meals or social gatherings, while the lightweight bentwood construction allows for easy movement around the room.

FAQs

Bentwood furniture was pioneered in the mid-nineteenth century by Michael Thonet, who developed a steam-bending process for solid wood. This technique revolutionised furniture manufacturing, allowing lightweight, durable chairs to be produced efficiently for European cafes and households.

Traditional bentwood chairs are primarily constructed from beechwood, which bends reliably under heat and steam without fracturing. Seats and back panels are frequently crafted from pressed plywood, often decorated with embossed patterns or woven cane inserts.

Authentic pieces usually feature paper labels or hot-stamped maker marks under the seat frame, such as those from Thonet or Kohn. Additional clues include steam-bent wood joinery, original screw fasteners, and embossed ornamentation integrated into the plywood panels.

Bentwood chairs pair well with contrasting dining tables, such as reclaimed pine or marble surfaces, bridging traditional and modern aesthetics. Their slender silhouette makes them suitable for smaller dining nooks and contemporary open-plan spaces.

Maintain bentwood furniture by keeping it in a stable environment away from direct heat sources and high humidity. Clean surfaces gently with a soft cloth and apply clear beeswax polish occasionally to nourish the wood finish and prevent drying.
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