Gebrüder Thonet Vienna - GTV

Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH (GTV) stands as a guardian of the illustrious Viennese-style furniture tradition. With roots deeply embedded in the legacy of Michael Thonet and his five sons, GTV has reimagined a collection of classic Viennese-style pieces, seamlessly blending functionality with elegance. Beyond the re-edition of iconic designs, such as the celebrated "coffee house chair" N.14 with its distinctive bent beech wood backrest, GTV engages in collaborations with globally acclaimed designers to continually craft new and innovative pieces. Founded in 1853 by Michael Thonet in Vienna, the company swiftly made its mark in the design world, revolutionizing wood bending techniques into a rapid, industrial process for mass production. Wiener GTV Design has also gained renown for its ingenious use of Vienna straw in furniture design, demonstrating a steadfast commitment to innovation. The collaborative spirit of GTV has attracted luminaries in design such as Otto Wagner, Vico Magistretti, Michael Anastassiades, Gordon Guillaumier, and Adolf Loos, contributing to the brand's legacy with diverse and influential design perspectives. Now known as Wiener GTV Design, the company embraces both the material and non-material values inherent in its furniture collections. Among its cult products is the classic 1850 N°1 chair, serving as an iconic foundation from which other successful designs, like the N°14, have emerged. The catalog undergoes a perpetual evolution, introducing a diverse array of products such as stools, armchairs, benches, sofas, coffee tables, cabinets, and mirrors, harmonizing classical and contemporary influences. According to GTV, "The collection is a true reflection of the evolution of our times." Remaining open to the future, GTV embraces contemporary visions while paying homage to the cherished values and experiences of its storied past.