Thonet Style No. 209 Bentwood Armchair
Yugoslavia | Mid 20th Century | Approx 23" W x 24D x 31" H | Back rest: 12.5

 A sculptural icon of modernist restraint, the Thonet No. 209 is defined by the extraordinary, single-piece steam-bent frame that forms its backrest and armrests. This specific example features a classic cane backrest and reupholstered seat cushion. The chair's sinuous silhouette and architectural lightness made it a favorite of Le Corbusier, who famously used it in many of his projects, noting that it possessed "nobility."