Thonet bentwood chair no. 107, Vienna cane, circa 1900

Antique bentwood chair from the Viennese manufacturer Thonet, model no. 107, circa 1900. The attribution was personally confirmed by Thonet from family and factory archives—a rare certainty for a piece over a hundred years old. Characteristic of the No. 107 is the delicate interplay of slightly curved front legs (sabre form), a closed arch at the back as a supporting element, and the V-shaped backrest, crowned by a gently curved top rail. The frame is made of steamed and steam-bent beech, and the original Viennese caning in the seat is preserved and intact.

The beech's patina shows the warm, dark maturation that only occurs in early bentwood chairs with over a century of use—small scratches and color variations emphasize the authentic condition. The seat height corresponds to the historical coffee house standard, making the chair equally suitable for the dining table, desk, or as a standalone piece in the hallway or bedroom. Whether placed alone or paired as a duo next to a round bistro table—this chair brings the clear signature of the Viennese bentwood tradition into any room.