Designed in the 1920s, the Thonet Chair No. A811 is often attributed to Josef Hoffman, but is more likely the design of Josef Frank.

Thonet developed processes and machines that would allow for mass production of bentwood furniture. It was in the late 1800s and early 1900s that Thonet developed what has become thought of as the "tradtional" Thonet bentwood chair: one featuring a back rest and back legs made from a single piece, a rounded cane or laminated seat, and front legs. The output of the Thonet factories was massive, due in part to his idea of designing separate pieces which would be combined to make a large number of models. Michael Thonet stands out as a designer and pioneer both in mass production and in design, as he artistically explored the new forms and unique qualities of his newly invented technique.

The Thonet Chair No. 811 is also available as an arm chair and a stool.

Dimensions: W 17 3/4" x D 20 1/2" x H 32.5"; SH 18"

Materials: Chair with bentwood frame; hand woven cane seat and back.