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Vienna Secession Seating

VIENNA SECESSION STYLE & 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.

The artists’ 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.

On 1stDibs, discover the sophisticated Vienna Secession furniture, art and decorative objects — ranging from watercolor paintings and prints to serveware and seating — that transformed Austria over one hundred years ago and maintain timeless appeal today.

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Style: Vienna Secession
Thonet Sofa Nr. 6533, Marcel Kammerer, Vienna from 1910
Located in Argelato, BO
Thonet Sofa Nr. 6533 by Marcel Kammerer, Austria (Vienna), from 1910 The rare sofa is part of a larger set by the famous Austrian designer Kammerer, which also includes the corresp...
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1910s Austrian Vintage Vienna Secession Seating

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Wood

Thonet Armchair Nr. 6533, Marcel Kammerer, Vienna from 1910
Located in Argelato, BO
Thonet armchair Nr.6533, Marcel Kammerer, from 1910 The rare pair of bent beech armchairs is part of a larger set by the famous Austrian designer Kammerer, which also includes the c...
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1910s Austrian Vintage Vienna Secession Seating

Materials

Wood

Set of four chairs by Marcel Kammerer for Thonet, circa 1910
Located in Lučenec, SK
One of the creations of designer Marcel Kammerer, manufactured by Gebruder Thonet in Vienna, part of Thonet salon suite Thonet no 6517. This classic desig...
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1910s Austrian Vintage Vienna Secession Seating

Materials

Brass

Hans Vollmer & Prag-Rudniker Wickerwork, Oak and Cane Chair Mod. 464, circa 1902
Located in Zagreb, HR
HANS VOLLMER (1879-1946) A Cane and Oak Armchair mod. 464, designed in 1902 and manufactured by Prag-Rudniker Korbfabrikation, Vienna This rare chair featuring a geometric form i...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Seating

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Oak

Josef Hoffmann, Fledermaus Chairs for J.J. Kohn, Austria, 1905
Located in Argelato, BO
Three rare chairs in bent beech designed by the illustrious Viennese architect Joseph Hoffmann for the Cabaret Fledermaus in Vienna in 1907. Produced by the Kohn company, the chairs ...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Seating

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Bentwood

Set Od 4 Dining Chairs No.613 by Gustav Siegel for Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Set od 4 dining chairs no.613 by Gustav Siegel for Thonet professionally stained and repolished.
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1910s Czech Vintage Vienna Secession Seating

Materials

Bentwood

Adjustable Armchair by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Very rare adjustable armchair with attributes of Josef Hoffmann executed by Jacob & Josef Kohn or Wienner Werkstatte. Professionally stained and repolished.
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Seating

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Bentwood

Vienna Secession J. & J. Kohn Bench Settee No. 415 by Gustav Siegel
Located in Vienna, AT
Extremely rare, beech bentwood frame with an upholstered seat and backrest. First time mentioned in the J. & J. Kohn catalog 1906 with the catalog no. 415. Designed by Gustav Siege...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Seating

Materials

Beech, Bentwood, Plywood

Pair of Josef Hoffmann Vienna Secession Beech Club Chair, about 1913
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Vienna Secession chair. Designed by Josef Hoffmann, ca. 1913 for Cologne Werkbund Exhibition 1914. Manufactured by Jakob & Jose...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Seating

Materials

Beech

Wittmann Palais Stoclet Vintage Cognac Leather Sofa by Josef Hoffmann
Located in Munich, Bavaria
From Austrian designer Josef Hoffmann comes this great Palais Stoclet sofa. Design year between 1905-1911 through the time of Art Nouveau and Vienna Se...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Seating

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Chrome

Wittmann Palais Stoclet Vintage Cognac Leather Armchair by Josef Hoffmann
Located in Munich, Bavaria
From Austrian designer Josef Hoffmann comes this great Palais Stoclet Armchair. Design year between 1905-1911 through the time of art Nouveau and Vienna secession for the mansion Pa...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Seating

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Chrome

Wittmann Palais Stoclet Vintage Cognac Leather Armchair by Josef Hoffmann
Located in Munich, Bavaria
From Austrian designer Josef Hoffmann comes this great Palais Stoclet Armchair. Design year between 1905-1911 through the time of art Nouveau and Vienn...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Seating

Materials

Chrome

Wittmann Palais Stoclet Vintage Cognac Leather Sofa by Josef Hoffmann
Located in Munich, Bavaria
From Austrian designer Josef Hoffmann comes this great Palais Stoclet Sofa. Design year between 1905-1911 through the time of Art Nouveau and Vienna Se...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Seating

Materials

Chrome

Wittmann Palais Stoclet Vintage Cognac Leather Armchair by Josef Hoffmann
Located in Munich, Bavaria
From Austrian designer Josef Hoffmann comes this great Palais Stoclet Armchair. Design year between 1905-1911 through the time of art Nouveau and Vienn...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Seating

Materials

Chrome

Josef Hoffmann Pair of Cabinet Chairs
Located in Highland, IN
Designed in 1903, for the Vienna home of Dr. Salzer, Josef Hoffmann's cabinet chairs are a timeless design that typifies his Wiener Werkstätte aesthetic. The rationalist cube form is...
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1980s Austrian Vintage Vienna Secession Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Classic Thonet No. 14 Chair
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech, bentwood signed on the frame Gebrüder Thonet catalog no. 14. Perfectly restored, the color can be changed on request. One price is already restored delivery time for the res...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Seating

Materials

Plywood, Beech, Bentwood

Kolomon Moser or Josef Hoffman Armchair Beechwood, Marquetry and Leather, 1907
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 Seating

Materials

Leather, Beech

Vienna Secession seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Vienna Secession seating for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, bentwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Vienna Secession seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, Austria, and Czech Republic pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Thonet, Jacob and Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann, and Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $145 and tops out at $130,851 while the average work can sell for $3,168.

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