Mid 20th Century Thonet Style Bentwood Cane Seat Armchair

An antique bentwood bistro “era” arm chair with a caned seat, in the Viennese style of Thonet and Jacob & Josef Kuhn. The chair is made of oak and cane, and is fully assembled. The vintage style and handmade details, such as the armrest height are a unique feature. Also known as the ‘bistro chair’, it was styled after Michael Thonet and introduced in 1859, becoming the world’s first mass-produced item of furniture. It is made using bent wood (steam-bending), and the design required years to perfect. With its affordable price and simple design, it became one of the best-selling chairs ever made. This being an armchair, rather than the more common side chair, it is a rare find!