19th Century Thonet No. 5 Bentwood Cane Settee

Description

Rare Vienna Secession period Thonet No. 5 bentwood beech settee or bench from Austria. The settee features gracefully curved bentwood … more Rare Vienna Secession period Thonet No. 5 bentwood beech settee or bench from Austria. The settee features gracefully curved bentwood back and arms ending with whimsical scrolls. The back has a distinctive heart shaped inset with woven honeycomb cane and the seat is also caned. The bench is stamped on bottom "Thonet-Austria". Impressive piece in well preserved good condition with stable joinery. From an estate in San Francisco, CA.

Dimensions: 54.5"w x 25"d x 38"h, Seat 18.5"h

Circa: Late 19th/Early 20th Century, Austria

Materials: Beech, Bentwood, Cane

Condition: Good, wear consistent with age and use. Repaired: old repairs. Beautifully crafted with age appropriate wear and fading as seen in photos. Good condition given age and use with minor scuffs, scratches, and old repairs. less