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Set of 4 Thonet No 4 "Cafe Daum" Benwood Chairs by Salvatore Leone, Circa 1960s
By Salvatore Leone, Thonet
Located in Germantown, MD
Set of 4 Thonet Cafe Daum N°4, 1960. By Salvatore Leone
No 4 "Café Daum" designed by Thonet around
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
H 35 in W 17 in D 21 in
Thonet dining chair no.4
By Michael Thonet, Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet dining chair no.4 by Michael Thonet in very nice original condition.
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Thonet Dining Chair No.4
By Thonet-Mundus
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet dining chair no.4 professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Vintage 1920s Slovak Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Beech, Bentwood
Model No. 4 Daum café chair by Thonet, Austria 1880s
By Michael Thonet
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Chaise modèle n° 4 par Michael Thonet et datant des années 1870-1880. Cette chaise fut produite
Category
Antique 1880s Austrian Chairs
Materials
Iron
Beautiful Set of 3 Thonet Wood Garden Chair 'Gartensessel No. 4', circa 1900
By Thonet
Located in Regensburg, DE
no. 4 has a knotted structure which was first designed by Gebrüder Thonet in the late nineteenth
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 33.86 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
4 Thonet Chairs, Model Prague No. 811, First Half of the 20th Century
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Herentals, BE
The chairs were designed by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet around 1920 and executed by FMG - Fabryka
Category
Early 20th Century Polish Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
H 32.49 in W 18.51 in D 17.33 in
Thonet 567 jugendstil highback chairs with velvet upholstery by Otto Prutschler
By Otto Prutscher, Thonet
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Very rare set of 4 Thonet chairs no.567 by Otto Prutscher for Café Heinrichshof, the Grand Cafe on
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Jugendstil Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Beech
H 37.01 in W 17.33 in D 16.54 in
19th Century Thonet No.4 Austrian Bentwood Cafe Daum Chair
By Thonet
Located in Bodicote, Oxfordshire
A good rare original example of this iconic bentwood chair from Michael Thonet, this one is model
Category
Antique 1860s Austrian Chairs
Materials
Beech
Set of 4 Chairs No. S320 by Wulf Schneider & Ulrich Böhme for Thonet, 1980s
By Ulrich Bohme, Wulf Schneider, Thonet
Located in Tochovice, CZ
Set of 4 stockable chairs designed by Wulf Schneider & Ulrich Böhme for Thonet. Material is steel
Category
20th Century European Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 31.11 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in
Chair Thonet No. 4, circa 1885
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Praha, CZ
Manufactured in Austria by the Gebrüder Thonet Company. In the production program was included
Category
Antique 1880s Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Thonet No.4 Coat Stand with Mirror, 1920s
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Early 20th century coat stand by Thonet, Vienna.
The coat stand features very elegantly shaped
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Coat Racks and Stands
Materials
Mirror, Bentwood
Thonet rocking chair no.4
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet rocking chair no.4 professionally stained and repolished with new handmade rattan seat.
Category
Vintage 1940s Austrian Vienna Secession Rocking Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Beech, Bentwood
Thonet Chairs No.4 for Children
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Small Thonet chairs no.4 for children. Professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Thonet Kanapee No.4, Early 20th Century
By Michael Thonet, Thonet
Located in Schwerin, MV
Thonet catalog from 1904: Sofa No. 4. The special feature of this piece of furniture is the artistically
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Bentwood, Braid
Thonet No. 18 Dining Chairs, 1950s, Set of 4
By Thonet
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 dark brown Thonet no. 18 dining chairs.
The cane seats are in good condition.
1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Romanian Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Antique Thonet No. 18 Dining Chairs, 1920s, Set of 4
By Thonet
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 very early Thonet no. 18 dining chairs.
The chairs had some repairs but are still
Category
Vintage 1920s Romanian Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
No. 209 Armchairs in Beech by Michael Thonet for Thonet, 1890s, Set of 4
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in Budapest, HU
This elegant armchair, designed by the legendary Michael Thonet, exemplifies the innovative spirit
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Armchairs
Materials
Reed, Beech
H 29.5 in W 22.4 in D 21.3 in
Thonet Wardrobe No. 4
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful and rare beechwood clothes wardrobe by Thonet with mirror, circa 1904.
Fully restored
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Set of 4 no.25 dining chairs by Gebrüder Thonet, c. 1870
By Thonet, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in London, GB
Gebrüder Thonet (Manufacturer), Austria
Thonet no. 25 dining chair, set of 4, produced from c
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Plywood, Bentwood
Set Od 4 Dining Chairs No.613 by Gustav Siegel for Thonet
By Gustav Siegel, Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Set od 4 dining chairs no.613 by Gustav Siegel for Thonet professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Vintage 1910s Czech Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Josef Frank and Josef Hoffmann Vintage Set of 4 No.811 Thonet Chairs
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in London, GB
, circa 1960 in Poland by Thonet. Undercarriage stamped made in Poland.
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian International Style Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Beech, Lacquer
H 31.89 in W 20.08 in D 20.87 in
Thonet No. 14 Dining Chairs by J&J Kohn, 1930s, Set of 4
By Thonet, Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 dark brown Thonet no. 14 dining chairs.
The cane seats are in good condition,
1930s
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Thonet No. 14 Dining Chairs by J&J Kohn, 1950s, Set of 4
By Thonet, Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 dark brown Thonet no. 14 dining chairs.
The cane seats are in good condition
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood, Cane
Thonet No. 14 Dining Chairs by J&J Kohn, 1950s, Set of 4
By Thonet, Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 dark brown Thonet no. 14 dining chairs.
The cane seats are in good condition
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Thonet no. 14 Dining Chairs, 1950s, Set of 4
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 dark brown Thonet no. 14 dining chairs.
The cane seats are in good condition
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Thonet no. 20 Dining Chairs by J&J Kohn, 1900s, Set of 4
By Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 bentwood model Thonet no. 20 dining chairs produced by J&J Kohn
The cane seats are in
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Thonet Chair N. 215, 1960s, 1 of 4
Located in Ljubljana, SI
1 of 4 Thonet No. 215 chairs was manufactured 1960.
The chair was designed by Michael Thonet in
Category
Vintage 1960s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Dining Chairs by ZPM Radomsko, 1950s, Set of 4
By ZPM Radomsko, Michael Thonet
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 brown Thonet no. 18 dining chairs by ZPM Radomsko.
The cane seats are in good condition
Category
Vintage 1950s Polish Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Thonet No.4 Iconic Bentwood Side Chair
By Michael Thonet
Located in Sharon, CT
Originally designed by Thonet for the Cafe Daum, Vienna in 1849. And subsequently manufactured as
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Thonet No. 17 Dining Chairs, Set of 4, 1980s
By Thonet
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 Thonet no. 17 high back dining chairs. - also referred to as 'long john' chairs.
The
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Art Nouveau Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood, Cane
Midcentury Black No.209 Thonet Chairs, 1980s (set of 4)
By Thonet
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
These elegant bentwood design classics are a masterpiece in its construction. The projecting frame that forms both the backrest and armrest is bent into its form from a single piece ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Pair of Thonet Cafe Daum Bentwood Armchairs No. 4
By Michael Thonet, Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare pair of Jacob and Josef Kohn for Michael Thonet "Cafe Daum" armchairs no. 4
Category
Antique 19th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood, Lacquer
Set of 4 Thonet Dining Chairs designed by J. Hoffmann, Model No. 811, 1940s
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This set of four dining chairs was designed by Mr. Josef Hoffmann and produced by famous Thonet
Category
Vintage 1940s Czech Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
H 32.29 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Set of 4 Vintage Thonet Bentwood No.811 Chairs, Designed by Josef Hoffman, 1970s
By Thonet-Mundus, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Zagreb, HR
Set of four vintage Prague dining chairs designed by Joseph Hoffman for Thonet.
Most probably 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Croatian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 20.48 in
Mid Century Thonet No. 18 Style Bent Lucite and Brass Dining Chairs '4'
By Karl Springer
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Magnificent set of the iconic Thonet Number 18 bentwood style chairs with a midcentury twist.
They
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Lucite
Thonet Chair N. 215, 1970s, 1 of 4
Located in Ljubljana, SI
1 of 4 Thonet No. 215 chairs was manufactured 1970.
The chair was designed by Michael Thonet in
Category
Vintage 1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood, Bentwood
Thonet Cafe Daum Arm Chair No. 4
By Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Thonet Cafe Daum bentwood armchair No. 4 with cane seat and ebonized frame. Marked "THONET AUSTRIA
Category
Antique 19th Century Austrian Armchairs
Materials
Bentwood
Set of 4 Thonet No. 9 Armchairs
By Michael Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage set of Thonet No. 9 armchairs made under license by Stendig. Bentwood beech frames are
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Set of Four Thonet Cafe Daum No. 4 Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of four Thonet chairs with ebonized frames and caned seats. Originally designed for the Cafe
Category
Antique 19th Century Austrian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
No.215 Bentwod Armchairs by Michael Thonet for Thonet
By August Thonet, Thonet
Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU
This set of 4 Thonet no. 215 (coffee house) chairs was manufactured 2002 (as marked underneath the
Category
20th Century German Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Beech
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Thonet No 4 For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic thonet no 4 available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, bentwood and beech, every thonet no 4 was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a thonet no 4 — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A thonet no 4, designed in the Art Nouveau, Mid-Century Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made thonet no 4 has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Thonet, Michael Thonet and Josef Frank are consistently popular.
How Much is a Thonet No 4?
Prices for a thonet no 4 can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $282 and can go as high as $10,391, while the average can fetch as much as $1,786.
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Questions About Thonet No 4
- How do I identify a Thonet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify a Thonet, first locate the maker's marking. On Thonet chairs, you'll usually find it carved into the wood frame on the underside of the seat. Markings may say “Thonet,” “Thonet Wien,” “GT,” “GBThonet” or “GBThonetWien,” depending on the age of your piece. Cross-reference the mark with information published on trusted online resources to get a rough idea of when your furniture was produced. Then, you can review Thonet catalogues available online to identify your piece's model number. Alternatively, you can enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to perform the identification process for you. Shop a wide range of Thonet furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is Thonet furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Thonet is a well known furniture company that was started by Michael Thonet in 1830 as he experimented with bentwood furniture. The brand is known for producing high-quality products with exquisite craftsmanship. Shop a collection of Thonet furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Thonet chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024A Thonet chair can be any chair developed by the furniture maker Thonet, which has been manufacturing furniture for more than 180 years. However, most people are referring to one designed by founder Gebrüder Thonet. It features a bentwood frame produced with a patent steam method that Thonet patented and a curved seat. Find a range of Thonet chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Perhaps the most significant thing about the Thonet chair was that it was the first chair to ever be shipped in parts with instructions that allowed the purchaser to assemble it themselves. As a result, the beech wood and rattan chairs could be mass produced and sold all over the world more easily. Shop a range of Thonet chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An authentic Thonet chair will have the company’s name with a solid line underneath carved somewhere on the chair. The brand can also confirm the authenticity and age of a Thonet chair via its website. Shop a variety of authentic Thonet furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is a Thonet-style chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A Thonet-style chair is a wooden chair that has a curvy, bent backrest, a round seat and subtly flared legs. The chairs get their name from the original manufacturer, Thonet, which produced chairs in the mid-century modern style in Europe during the 20th century. Shop a range of Thonet furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Michael Thonet is a German-Austrian furniture maker who designed the famed bentwood chair in 1830. His last name, Thonet, is pronounced “TOE-net,” but it’s commonly mispronounced “tho-NAY.” Shop a collection of vintage and modern Michael Thonet pieces on 1stDibs.
- Are Thonet chairs marked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Thonet chairs are marked. You will usually find the brand's label on a tag or burned into the wood under the seat. On 1stDibs, you can shop a variety of expertly vetted Thonet furniture from top sellers around the world.
- Are Thonet chairs stackable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not Thonet chairs are stackable depends on their design. The bentwood chairs produced by the company do easily stack, but others like cantilever chairs do not. Find a range of Thonet chairs forms some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024To identify a Thonet chair, look under the seat. Most Thonet chairs will feature a maker's marking. Often, you'll find the Thonet name carved into the wooden seat frame or printed on a paper label mounted on the seat's underside. Because Thonet changed its markings over the years, you can get a rough idea of the age of your chair by comparing the ones on your piece to images on trusted online reference guides. If you need help with the identification process, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can be of assistance. Find a range of Thonet chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024To tell if a Thonet chair is real, you can use Thonet's authenticity verification service. To take advantage of it, you will need to take many photographs of the chair from different angles and close-up images of markings and paper labels. You can learn more about the authentication process on the Thonet website. Shop a diverse assortment of Thonet chairs on 1stDibs.
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