Description
Very early and finely preserved example of Jacob and Josef Kohn's No. 30 Bentwood side chair with original caned seat. Retaining the original paper labels. Having a rich dark patina to the bent wood frame and seat caning. Dating approximately from the mid to late 19 century. Very early example of the bentwood chairs produced by the Kohn family prior to their merger with Mundus and Thonet in the early to mid-20th century.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Scuffs and dings on bentwood frame consistent with age and use. Dark patina to wood and caning. Original labels are faded/missing some sections.
Origin:
Austria
Creator:
Brand: Jacob & Josef Kohn
Materials & Techniques:
Bentwood, Caning
Details:
Number of Seats: 1
Seat Height: 18.0in
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Austria
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Scuffs and dings on bentwood frame consistent with age and use. Dark patina to wood and caning. Original labels are faded/missing some sections.
Origin:
Austria
Creator:
Brand: Jacob & Josef Kohn
Materials & Techniques:
Bentwood, Caning
Details:
Number of Seats: 1
Seat Height: 18.0in
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Austria
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Scuffs and dings on bentwood frame consistent with age and use. Dark patina to wood and caning. Original labels are faded/missing some sections.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
35 x 16 x 16 in
Early Jacob and Josef Kohn No. 30 Bentwood Cafe Chair With Caned Seat
Estimate $1,300-$2,250
Starting Bid
$650
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