Thonet
Footrest


Germany / USA, c. 1935
oak plywood, beech, rubber, lacquered wood
12 h x 7.25 w x 15.25 d in (30 x 18 x 39 cm)

"During the 1930s Thonet issued separate catalogues for its theater seating, school furniture, and casegood and other store furniture. Certain bentwood catalogues were directed at the commercial customer and featured installation photos of Thonet bentwood in cafes, hotels, and so forth." (Thonet: 150 Years of Furniture, Wilk, pg. 97)

Branded manufacturer's mark to underside 'Thonet New York'.

Provenance: Private Collection

This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

Good condition. Moderate wear exists throughout consistent with age and use. Assorted scratches, abrasions, discoloration to the finish, and small impressions are apparent to the wood. Rubber pad shows rounded and worn edges.