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Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Settee
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Originally designed by Josef Hoffmann for Cabaret "Fledermaus" in Viennas city centre. Beech
Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Benches

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Settee
Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Settee
H 31.5 in W 48.04 in D 23.23 in
Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Settee
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Originally designed by Josef Hoffmann for Cabaret "Fledermaus" in Viennas city centre. Beech
Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Settee
Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Settee
H 31.5 in W 48.04 in D 23.23 in
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
Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Settees

Materials

Upholstery, Beech, Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Settee
Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Settee
H 29.93 in W 47.25 in D 23.23 in
Josef Hoffmann bentwood chair from the Fledermaus cabaret, 1905
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This world-famous upholstered bentwood chair was designed by Josef Hoffmann for the “Fledermaus
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Bentwood

1920s Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Chairs, No. 811 for Thonet, Czechoslovakia
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished and finished by shellac - seat cane strings in good condition - backrest cane strings with minor damage
Category

Vintage 1920s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Original Vintage Josef Frank Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Beech Prague Armchair
By Josef Frank, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Basel, BS
Mid-Century original bentwood beech Prague Armchair model 811 designed in the 1920's by Austrian
Category

20th Century Polish Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Beech Prague Model 811 Chairs in Black and Leather Weave
By Josef Frank, Stendig Co., Josef Hoffmann
Located in Los Angeles, CA
In the 1920s, Michael Thonet's company crafted the iconic No. 811 Bentwood Chair. Josef Hoffmann
Category

Vintage 1960s European Modern Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Cane

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Dining Prague Chairs by Josef Hoffmann Cane & Wood
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A complete set of four Josef Hoffmann bentwood Prague chairs in dark stained birch. The caning on
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

4 Classic Bauhaus Armchairs 6010 Designed by Josef Hoffmann/ Oswald Haerdtl
By Oswald Haerdtl, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
condition,, Very good conditions. Painted molded plywood and beechwood Josef Hoffmann bentwood cane dining
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Mid-20th Century Polish Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Plywood, Beech

Bentwood Bench Attributed to Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bent wood bench manufactured by: Jacob & Josef Kohn, or Thonet Vienna (model NR. 423 F/ C) (the manufacturer label is missing). Mahagony coloured stained, seat and backrest pa...
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Benches

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Bentwood Bench Attributed to Josef Hoffmann
Bentwood Bench Attributed to Josef Hoffmann
H 29.93 in W 47.25 in D 23.23 in
20th Century Art Nouveau Side Table/ Coffee Table, Austria ca. 1905
By Josef Hoffmann, Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
exclusive Josef Hoffmann bentwood seating set from J & J Kohn from 1903 (Ref. ID: LU-JH19). The straight
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Josef Hoffmann 'Attributed' Wiener Werkstatte J&J Kohn Lacquered Bentwood, Pair
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Sharon, CT
Hoffmann's more well know designs. Most interesting is the treatment of the bracing solution for the legs- a
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Side Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Joseph Hoffmann in the Style of a Secessionist Five-Piece Bentwood Salon Set
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in London, GB
A Secessionist five-piece bentwood salon set, in the style of Joseph Hoffmann professionally
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Antique Early 1900s English Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Art Nouveau Thonet Bentwood Salon Suite by Josef Hoffmann, Austria ca. 1905
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Absolutely gorgeous bentwood seating set by Thonet Austria, designed by none other than famous
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Living Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Unique Set of 6 Mid-Century Bentwood Dining Chairs Thonet Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century vintage Thonet Josef Hoffmann style Bentwood Blonde wood chairs with curved back - Set
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Wood

Josef Hoffmann Set of Four Bentwood Rosewood Stacking Tables
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Water Mill, NY
Set of four bentwood stacking tables by Josef Hoffmann/Thonet with great original patina 28
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Set 8 Josef Hoffmann for Stendig Dining Chairs, Bentwood Prague Model 811
By Stendig Co., Josef Hoffmann
Located in Buffalo, NY
Set 8 Josef Hoffmann for Stendig Dining Chairs, Bentwood Prague Model 811,,, Nice set consisting of
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Vintage 1960s Czech Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Early 20th Century Bentwood Bench Settee by J. Hoffmann for Thonet - Mundus
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet-Mundus
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This exceptional bentwood bench settee was made in early 20th century and is attributed to Josef
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Benches

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Thonet Bentwood Side Table, Design by Josef Hoffmann, Austria ca. 1906
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
bentwood furniture from the pen of Josef Hoffmann for the company of Thonet in Vienna.
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Beech

Prague Chairs by Josef Hoffmann & Frank in Bentwood and Cane, Set of Six, 1930s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in London, GB
Set of six beech and rattan Prague chairs, designed by Josef Hoffmann and Josef Frank for Thonet in
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Beech

Bentwood Seating Set by Josef Hoffmann J&J Kohn, Austria, circa 1903
By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Stunning bentwood seating set designed by the famous austrian architect and founding member of the
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Living Room Sets

Materials

Bentwood, Fabric

Bentwood Chairs Design Josef Hoffmann Attributed to J&J Kohn, Austria, ca. 1910
By Josef Hoffmann, Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Black lacquered bentwood chairs designed by the famous Austrian architect Josef Hoffmann
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Benches

Materials

Bentwood

Bentwood Prague Model 811 Dining Chair by Josef Frank Josef Hoffmann for Stendig
By Stendig Co., Josef Hoffmann, Josef Frank
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare and beautiful single Bentwood Prague Model 811 Dining Chair by the renowned
Category

Vintage 1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Cane, Wood, Bentwood

Art Nouveau Bentwood Seating Set "Fledermaus" by J. Hoffmann for Kohn, ca. 1907
By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Beautiful Bentwood Seating set designed by the world renowed Austrian architect and founder of the
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Benches

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann Gueridon, circa 1910, Austria
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Girona, Spain
Josef Hoffmann Gueridon. Made with bentwood. Vienna Secession Circa 1910, Austria. Vintage
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Gueridon

Materials

Bentwood

1 Vintage Thonet Josef Hoffmann Style Bauhaus Chair
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Pasadena, TX
. One vintage Josef Hoffmann Bauhaus style chair Classic Hoffmann style black bentwood framed
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Mid-20th Century European Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

One or Six Armchairs Designed by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine find! These barrel armchairs model No. 729/2F, designed by Josef Hoffmann, circa 1906. The
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

One or Six Armchairs Designed by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine find! These barrel armchairs model No. 729/2F, designed by Josef Hoffmann, circa 1906. The
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Chair Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
Original state with a pleasant patine of age, perfectly cleaned and re-polished.
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Chair Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
Chair Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 19.69 in
Four chairs mod. Fledermaus, Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Argelato, BO
Four bentwood chairs mod. Fledermaus by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s It is one of the most
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Straw, Bentwood

Austrian Hoffman Bentwood Secessionist Table Desk
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in New York, NY
Austrian Bentwood Secessionist (19/20th Century) table desk with spindle gallery & 3 drawers and
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bentwood

Pair of Secession Josef Hoffmann Chairs Ex. by Thonet
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Pair of secession Josef Hoffmann chairs ex. by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.
Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Salon Set by Josef Hoffmann, 1910s, Excellent Condition
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Praha, CZ
Hoffmann for the Fledermaus cabaret in Vienna, Austria, completely restored, newly upholstered in genuine
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Sofas

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Set of 4 Josef Hoffmann Fledermaus Dining Chairs
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic Josef Hoffman 1907 Secessionist chair design for the Fledermaus Cafe in Vienna. Set of four Cafe chairs in black sueded upholstery coving the seat and backrest, the seat supp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Adjustable Armchair by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob & Josef Kohn
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Very rare adjustable armchair with attributes of Josef Hoffmann executed by Jacob & Josef Kohn or
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

Pair of armchairs mod. Fledermaus, Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Argelato, BO
Pair of bentwood Armchairs mod. Fledermaus by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s It is one of the
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Straw, Bentwood

Four Chairs Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Praha, CZ
strong, they can be used normally. The chair was designed by Josef Hoffmann for the "Werkbund-Ausstellung
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bentwood, Textile

Four Chairs Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
Four Chairs Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
H 35.04 in W 16.15 in D 19.69 in
Bauhaus chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bauhaus chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet in very nice original condition with signs of use.
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Bauhaus chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann
Bauhaus chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann
H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 16.15 in
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
Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Beech

Bentwood Armchair by Josef Hoffmann Succ
Bentwood Armchair by Josef Hoffmann Succ
H 37.8 in W 21.66 in D 20.87 in
Armchairs by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet Vienna
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood frame, wool fabric upholstery. Designed circa 1900-1910 by Josef Hoffmann for
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Armchairs by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet Vienna
Armchairs by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet Vienna
H 30.32 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in
"Fledermaus" Table Josef Hoffmann Thonet ca. 1912
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
Table model Fledermaus Josef Hoffmann Thonet ca. 1912 The Wiener Werkstatte experienced its most
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Jugendstil Side Tables

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Rare Armchair by Josef Hoffmann
By Thonet-Mundus, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood frame, leather upholstery. Designed circa 1900-1910 by Josef Hoffmann for Cabaret
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Rare Armchair by Josef Hoffmann
Rare Armchair by Josef Hoffmann
H 31.89 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in
Jugendstil Thonet Shoe Stool by Josef Hoffmann, circa 1907, Vienna
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
A very rare Jugenstil shoe stool by Josef Hoffmann designed circa 1907 and executed by Gebr
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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Footstools

Materials

Bentwood

Set of Four Vintage Prague 811 Chair By Josef Hoffmann 1950s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Čelinac, BA
Josef Hoffmann Prague 811 Chairs for Stol Kamnik 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

A 811 Chair By Josef Hoffmann or Josef Frank for Thonet 1920s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Čelinac, BA
Josef Hoffmann or Josef Frank chair A 811 for Thonet 1920s
Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

A 811 Chair By Josef Hoffmann or Josef Frank for Thonet 1920s
A 811 Chair By Josef Hoffmann or Josef Frank for Thonet 1920s
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H 30.32 in W 21.66 in D 17.72 in
Two Chairs Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
Original state with a pleasant patine of age, perfectly cleaned and re-polished.
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Two Chairs Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
Two Chairs Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
H 35.04 in W 16.15 in D 19.69 in
Set of Six Vintage Prague 811 Chair By Josef Hoffmann 1950s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Čelinac, BA
Josef Hoffmann Vintage Chairs 811 The chairs have not been restored, considering the period of
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Vintage 1950s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann 795 Barrel-Bench, Kohn
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
A rare Variation of Hoffmanns ‘720 Half-Barrel Settee Lit.: Die Wiener Werkstätte 1903-1932
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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Benches

Materials

Beech

Josef Hoffmann 795 Barrel-Bench, Kohn
Josef Hoffmann 795 Barrel-Bench, Kohn
H 31.5 in W 46.46 in D 22.45 in
Set of Sofa and Two Armchairs by Josef Hoffmann, 1900s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Praha, CZ
1905 by architect Josef Hoffmann for the Fledermaus cabaret, Austria, completely restored, newly
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Bookcase in Design of Josef Hoffmann/Art Nouveau (Vienna, 1970)
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Wien, AT
Objekt: Bücherregal Entwurf: Design angelehnt an Josef Hoffmann Modell-Nummer: - Ausführung
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Art Nouveau Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Dressing Table No.1134 by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn
By Julius Hoffmann
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Dressing table no.1134 by Josef Hoffmann designed for J&J Kohn for international expo in St.Louis
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Floor Mirrors and Full-Len...

Materials

Mirror, Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann for J. & J. Kohn, Bentwood Armchair Model 725 B/F
By Josef Hoffmann, J & J Kohn & Mundus
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nice example of this rare and desirable chair, in the original dark stained beech, with corner balls enforcements under the seat. Upholstered in a Secessionist style fabric.
Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

Secession plant stand by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession plant stand by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet professionally stained and repolished.
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Bentwood

Large Secession Armchair by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Large secession armchair by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet professionally stained and repolished. Marked
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of 6 Dining Chairs designed by J. Hoffmann, Model No. 811
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This this set of six exquisite dining chairs was crafted by renowned designer Josef Hoffmann and
Category

Early 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Very Rare Josef Hoffmann 725 B/F Chair by Jacob and Josef Kohn
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Munich, DE
New belts, foam and zig zag fabric designed by Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätten. With Jacob
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of Four Vintage Josef Hoffmann Prague 811 Chair Made by STOL Kamnik 1960s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Čelinac, BA
Josef Hoffmann Prague 811 Chair made by Stol Kamnik Slovenia 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Set of Six Bentwood Arm Dining Chairs
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Miami, FL
Set of Six Bentwood Arm Dining Chairs In the style of Thonet. Seats have been recently
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Bentwood

Set of Six Bentwood Arm Dining Chairs
Set of Six Bentwood Arm Dining Chairs
H 30 in W 23 in D 18.5 in
Egg Rocking Chair attributed to Josef Hoffmann for Società Anonima Antonio Volpe
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Egg Rocking Chair attributed to Josef Hoffmann for Società Anonima Antonio Volpe, circa 1920
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Rocking Chairs

Materials

Rattan, Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann Beehive Dining Chairs
By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Josef Hoffmann beehive dining chairs professionally stained and repolished.
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann Beehive Dining Chairs
Josef Hoffmann Beehive Dining Chairs
H 37.01 in W 14.57 in D 15.75 in
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Hoffmann Bentwood For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal hoffmann bentwood for your home. A hoffmann bentwood — often made from wood, bentwood and hardwood — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer hoffmann bentwood, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each hoffmann bentwood bearing Art Nouveau, Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made hoffmann bentwood over the years, but those crafted by Josef Hoffmann, Jacob and Josef Kohn and Thonet are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Hoffmann Bentwood?

Prices for a hoffmann bentwood can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $204 and can go as high as $40,928, while the average can fetch as much as $2,846.

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