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Vienna Secession

The Vienna Secession & Wiener Werkstätte
The Vienna Secession & Wiener Werkstätte

     At the turn of the 20th century, Gustav Klimt, Josef Hoffmann and several of their peers separated from the predominant Association of Austrian Artists to form a new professional union, the Vienna Secession. Their intent to break free from classical traditions in fine art evolved to encompass applied arts and interior design as well: In 1903, Hoffmann and Koloman Moser founded the Wiener Werkstätte, or "Viennese Workshop," to produce progressive furniture, ceramics, glass and textiles.

     This talented collective of Austrian artists, architects and designers most famously created works in the Jugendstil style — the German branch of Western Europe's popular Art Nouveau. Jugendstil is associated with dynamic, rhythmic forms and undulating lines. Below, discover the sophisticated art and decorative objects, ranging from paintings and prints to tableware and seating, that transformed Austria over one hundred years ago and maintain timeless appeal today.

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Gerlach's Allegorien Plate #93: "Science" Lithograph by Carl Otto Czeschka
By Carl Otto Czeschka
Located in Chicago, IL
after Carl Otto Czeschka, (1878-1960), Austrian A leading member of the Vienna Secession and later the Wiener Werkstätte (Viennese Workshop), Carl Otto Czeschka was a vital figu...
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1890s Vienna Secession Vienna Secession

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Lithograph

Joseph Maria Olbrich Rare Secessionist Silver Enamel Chalcedony Pendant Necklace
By Joseph Maria Olbrich
Located in London, GB
Rare Jugenstil pendant for Theodor Fahrner. It is stamped `FM' (Ferdinand Morawe) but the contemporary literature confirms Olbrich's authorship several times. Documented Olbrich jewe...
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Early 1900s German Antique Vienna Secession

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Chalcedony, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Vienna Secession Music Room Cabinet by Josef Maria Olbrich
By Joseph Maria Olbrich
Located in Berlin, DE
Vienna secession, circa 1905. Only two of this cabinets where made for the grand duke of Hesse. by Josef Maria Olbrich (1867-1908), Austrian archit...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Vienna Secession

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Mother-of-Pearl, Mahogany, Pearwood, Lacquer

Maple Bentwood Twin Bed
By Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in New York, NY
Bentwood (19/20th Century) maple stained twin size bed with double scroll center design (includes: headboard, footboard, rails).(paper label: JACOB JOSEP KOHN, WEIN). (Irregular size...
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19th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Vienna Secession

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Bentwood

Koloman Moser Three-Panel Screen
By Koloman Moser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bentwood fret with birch back panel screen with brass hardware by Koloman Moser for J&J Kohn.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession

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Bentwood

Art Nouveau Sculpture Lamp, 1901 by Gustav Gurschner
By Gustave Gurschner
Located in Berlin, DE
Large Sculpture lamp by Gustav Gurschner, Vienna, 1901. Bronze, patinated. On marble base. Signed and dated. The glass shade is made by Pallme Konig. Measures: Height 41.34 in ( 105 ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Vienna Secession

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Marble, Bronze

Gustav Siegel Chair for J & J Kohn
By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Gustav Siegel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant bent beechwood frame with brass feet is the epitome of Secessionist refinement.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession

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Brass

Kolomon Moser or Josef Hoffman Armchair Beechwood, Marquetry and Leather, 1907
By Koloman Moser, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare and unusual armchair inlaid made of bent beech and plywood, marquetry, leather, brass inlays is attributed to Koloman Moser or Josef Hoffman, J&J. Kohn, Model No. 422, Aust...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Vienna Secession

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Leather, Beech

Susi Singer pair of terracotta figures, sculptures, signed.
By Susi Singer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great sample of the very well known jewish artist Susi Selma Singer.We think these pieces were made in USA after she emigrated from Austria her native country.
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1950s American Modern Vintage Vienna Secession

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Terracotta

Bentwood Armchair by Josef Hoffmann Succ
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood with canned seat, made in 1900-1910 by Josef Hoffmann Succ. in Bielitz (Poland) formaly Austria. Fully restored with new canning.
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Vienna Secession

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Cane, Beech

Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Settee
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Originaly designed by Josef Hoffmann for Cabaret "Fledermaus" in Viennas city center. Beech bentwood bench manufactured by: Jacob & Josef Kohn, or Thonet Vienna (model NR. 423 F/ C)....
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Vienna Secession

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Upholstery, Beech, Bentwood

Thonet Bench Attributed to Otto Wagner
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Otto Wagner
Located in Vienna, AT
Beach bentwood design by Otto Wagner about 1900 The fabric on the chairs is obsolete but I can offer you huge range Vienna Secession fabrics instad of. Delivery time 5-6 weeks        
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Vienna Secession

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Beech, Bentwood

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