Bentwood Hat/coat Stand by Thonet. 1900 - 1920

Name: Bentwood Hat/coat Stand by Thonet.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1244811
Price: 895 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectCoat Stands
Period1900 - 1920
StyleBentwood
MaterialBeech, Bentwood
ColourDark Brown
MotifsSteam-bent hooks, Turned finial, Curved quad-form base
SizeH 202 cm (80 in) x W 53 cm (21 in)

This traditional Austrian bentwood hat and coat stand dates from the period around 1900 and is attributed to Thonet. The piece is constructed from high quality beechwood finished in a dark brown colour. The design incorporates a turned finial at the apex, a rotating upper set of eight steam-bent hooks, and a curved quad-form base with four arched legs. Measuring 202 cm high and 53 cm wide, it provides a practical vertical storage solution with a heavy and strong build. In a home today, this hat and coat stand finds its ideal placement beside the front door in a hallway or boot room. It serves as a functional and decorative accessory for hanging coats, hats, and scarves while maintaining a classic English Country House aesthetic. The stand remains in very good original condition, displaying the characteristic warm timber tones and fluid curves associated with bentwood furniture production of the early twentieth century.

FAQs

A bentwood hat and coat stand is a freestanding hallway item constructed from steam-bent timber components arranged around a central shaft to support hats, coats, and accessories.

Traditional bentwood coat stands are constructed primarily from solid beechwood that is steamed and bent into curved shapes, assembled using steel screws, and finished with wood stains or shellac.

Authentic bentwood pieces often carry paper labels or impressed maker marks under the base or frame, featuring smooth steam-bent curves, turned finials, and visible bolt construction.

A bentwood coat stand functions as a functional accent in a modern hallway, foyer, or dressing room, providing organic sculptural curves that contrast clean architectural lines.

Maintain bentwood furniture by dusting regularly with a dry cloth and applying natural beeswax polish, keeping the item clear of direct radiator heat to avoid drying out the timber joints.

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