$25,670 / item
H 28.35 in W 88.19 in D 30.32 in
Customizable Wittmann Kubus Leather Sofa by Josef Hoffmann
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in New York, NY
A Classic example of Hoffmann’s strict geometrical lines and the quadratic theme in his work is the Kubus armchair, designed in 1910 and handcrafted to perfection.
Leather
$12,689 / item
H 28.35 in W 36.62 in D 30.32 in
Customizable Wittmann Leather Kubus Armchair by Josef Hoffmann
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in New York, NY
A classic example of Hoffmann’s strict geometrical lines and the quadratic theme in his work is the Kubus armchair, designed in 1910 and handcrafted to perfection.
Leather
$19,584 / item
H 28.35 in W 65.36 in D 30.32 in
Customizable Wittmann Kubus Leather Sofa by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
A Classic example of Hoffmann’s strict geometrical lines and the quadratic theme in his work is the Kubus armchair, designed in 1910 and handcrafted to perfection. Wittmann has creat...
Leather
Kubus Leather Sofa by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann, 1980s
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Hamburg, PA
Iconic Kubus sofa designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1910 and masterfully produced by Wittmann Möbelwerkstätten, Austria, in the 1980s.
Leather, Wood
Kubus Leather Armchair by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann, 1980s
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Hamburg, PA
Iconic Kubus club chair designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1910 and faithfully reproduced by Wittmann Möbelwerkstätten (Austria) under exclusive license.
Leather, Wood
Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann Leather Kubus Armchair Vienna Secession
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare labeled leather Kubus armchair, club chair, or lounge chair designed in 1910 by Austrian Vienna Secession designer Josef Hoffmann (1870-1956 Austria).
Leather, Beech
$8,750
H 28 in W 85 in D 30 in
Vintage Josef Hoffmann Style Italian Kubus Sofa, Newly Reupholstered in Leather
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Italian Kubus Sofa, Newly Reupholstered in Holly Hunt Florence Collection "Deep-Turq" Leather A classic example of Hoffmann’s strict geometrical lines, the surface is organi...
Leather
$19,667
H 28.75 in W 88.59 in D 35.44 in
Vienna Secession Sofa "Kubus" by Josef Hoffmann, manufactured by Wittmann
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a very rare leather 3-seater sofa "Kubus" in brown leather designed by Josef Hoffmann.
Leather, Wood
$7,957
H 27.56 in W 29.53 in D 35.44 in
Vienna Secession Armchair "Kubus" by Josef Hoffmann, manufactured by Wittmann
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a very rare leather armchair "Kubus" in brown leather designed by Josef Hoffmann.
Leather, Wood
$7,021
H 28.35 in W 65.36 in D 30.32 in
Black Leather Kubus Sofa Model “8020” by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann, Austria
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Meulebeke, BE
An icon of early modernist design, the Kubus sofa model “8020” stands among Josef Hoffmann’s most celebrated creations—an architectural composition of perfect cubes, conceived in 191...
Leather, Wood
Wittmann Kubus Sofa by Josef Hoffmann Labeled
By Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
Black leather tufted loveseat or sofa designed by Josef Hoffmann (1870-1956). Sofa is tufted all the way around.
Leather, Wood
Unavailable
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Josef Hoffmann Kubus Sofa in patinated Original Leather by Wittmann, Set of Two
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Josef Hoffmann Kubus Sofa in patinated Original Leather by Wittmann, Set of Two.
Leather
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 74.81 in D 30.32 in
Josef Hoffmann Kubus Sofa in Patinated Original Cognac Leather by Wittmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Designed by Josef Hoffmann & produced by Witmann. A Classic example of Hoffmann’s strict geometrical lines.
Leather
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 88.19 in D 30.32 in
Josef Hoffmann Kubus Sofa in Patinated Original Cognac Leather by Wittmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Designed by Josef Hoffmann & produced by Witmann. The Kubus sofa was designed in 1910 for the Buenos Aires exhibition to celebrate the Argentina's independence.
Leather
Josef Hoffmann Kubus Armchairs for Wittmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Antwerp, BE
Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann, natural soft leather, Austria 1910 Patinated tufted leather "Kubus" sofa and chair by Josef Hoffman for Wittman, designed in 1910.
Leather, Wood
Josef Hoffmann Kubus Club Chair for Wittmann
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Great geometric armchairs from Josef Hoffmann, designed in 1910. Cognac leather with lot's of life and patina. Brown patinated leather. Both chairs are signed with manufacturer's lab...
Josef Hoffmann Kubus Sofa Set by Wittmann, Austria, 1980
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Super quality 'Kubus' sofa set designed by Josef Hoffmann, manufactured by Wittmann, Austria, circa 1980.
Metal
Sold
H 28.35 in W 65.36 in D 30.32 in
Josef Hoffmann Kubus Sofa, Wittmann Austria Design Bauhaus Leather Jugendstil
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Munster, NRW
One Kubus sofas, designed in 1910 by Josef Hoffmann.
Leather
Sold
H 28.35 in W 65.36 in D 30.32 in
Josef Hoffmann Kubus Sofa, Wittmann Austria Design, 1910, Bauhaus Leather
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Munster, NRW
Group of 3 Kubus Sofas - designes in 1910 by Josef Hoffmann - Edition by Wittmann / Austria....
Leather
Sold
H 29.14 in W 37.01 in L 29.14 in
Josef Hoffmann Kubus Club Chair in Dark Brown Leather for Wittmann, Austria
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Great geometric armchairs from Josef Hoffmann, designed in 1910. Dark brown leather in very good original condition. Both chairs are signed with manufacturer's label.
Leather
Pair of Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann Kubus Chairs in Dark Brown Leather
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of dark brown leather Josef Hoffmann Kubus armchairs or lounge chairs, manufactured by Wittmann in Vienna in the late 20th century.
Leather
Josef Hoffmann Black Leather Kubus Sofa for Wittmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Dallas, TX
Great geometric sofa designed by Josef Hoffmann, manufactured by Wittmann, Austria, circa 1999. The sofa was designed in 1910 and later Wittmann took it into production. This sofa is...
Leather
Tufted Leather Wittmann Kubus Lounge Chair by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in New York, NY
A Classic example of Josef Hoffmann’s strict geometrical lines and the quadratic theme in his work is the Kubus armchair, designed in 1910.
Kubus Armchair Lounge Chair by Josef Hoffmann Wittmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Telgte, DE
Kubus armchair lounge chair by Josef Hoffmann Wittmann With identification of the manufacturer.
Leather
Sold
H 28.35 in W 36.62 in D 30.32 in
Leather Kubus Lounge Chair by Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann, Black Leather
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in BUSSUM, NH
A true icon in Post Modern Design. Designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1910 & produced under license by Witmann in Austria.
Leather
Josef Hoffmann Black Leather "Kubus" Club Chairs for Wittmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in The Hague, NL
All original pair of leather "Kubus" lounge chairs designed in 1910 by Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann by Wittmann.
Leather, Wood
Original Wittmann Kubus Sofa Josef Hoffmann Couch Leder braun
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Berlin, DE
Der Entwurf stammt von Josef Hoffmann und gilt heute als wahrer Designklassiker.
Leather
Pair of Josef Hoffmann Leather Kubus Armchairs by Wittmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare authentic pair of labeled leather Kubus armchairs or lounge chairs designed in 1910 by Austrian Vienna secession designer Josef Hoffmann (1870-1956 Austrian).
Leather, Beech
2x Original Wittmann Kubus Sessel Josef Hoffmann Leder braun
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen von zwei wunderschönen Wittmann Kubus Sesseln in braunem Leder zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Josef Hoffmann und gilt heute als wahrer Designklassiker.
Leather
Sold
H 28.5 in W 36 in D 30 in
Signed Wittmann Leather Kubus Arm Chair Armchair Designed by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning, signed Wittman Leather Kubus armchair designed by Josef Hoffman. Circa early 21st century in Austria. It is in excellent condition and look like they it has never been sa...
Leather
Sold
H 28.5 in W 36 in D 30 in
Pair of Wittmann Leather Kubus Arm Chairs Armchairs Designed by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in West Hartford, CT
Stunning pair of signed Wittman Leather Kubus armchairs designed by Josef Hoffmann. Circa early 21st century in Austria.
Leather
Sold
H 29.14 in W 37.01 in D 31.5 in
Pair of 'Kubus' Black Leather Armchairs in the Manner of Josef Hoffmann, c.1970
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Surrey, GB
A pair of Kubus black leather armchairs in the manner of Josef Hoffmann circa 1970s.
Leather
Sold
H 27.96 in W 63 in D 29.93 in
Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Kubus Sofa by Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann c.1980
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Renens, CH
The iconic Kubus sofa has been designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1910 and produced by Wittmann, Austria around 1980.
Leather, Wood
Pair of Kubus chairs Attributed to Josef Hoffman
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of leather Kubus chairs with incredible patina attributed to Josef Hoffman.
Patinated Leather "Kubus" Club Chair by Josef Hoffman for Wittman
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Patinated cognac tufted leather "Kubus" chair by Josef Hoffman for Wittman, designed in 1910. Made in Austria, circa 1960s.
Leather
Josef Hoffmann Style "Kubus" Bench/ Ottoman
Located in Astoria, NY
Late edition Josef Hoffmann style "Kubus" tufted bench or ottoman.
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 28.35 in W 65.36 in D 30.32 in
Josef Hoffmann Kubus Sofa, Wittmann Austria Design, 1910, Bauhaus Leather
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Munster, NRW
1x Kubus sofas, designed in 1910 by Josef Hoffmann.
Leather
Sold
H 28.35 in W 65.36 in D 30.32 in
Josef Hoffmann Kubus Sofa, Wittmann Austria Design Bauhaus Leather Jugendstil
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Munster, NRW
1x Kubus sofas, designed in 1910 by Josef Hoffmann.
Leather
Black Wittmann Kubus Sofa Designed by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Dallas, TX
Wittmann began collaborating with furniture designers in the early 1960s, and obtained sole authorisation rights to produce the work of Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann...
Upholstery, Wood
Natural Leather Kubus Design by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
Wittmann Kubus Armchair by Josef Hoffmann Natural leather: Cognac Legs: Beech black stained.
Leather
Josef Hoffmann Rare Beige Leather Wittmann Kubus Sofa
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Miami, FL
A classic example of Josef Hoffmann’s strict geometrical lines and the quadratic theme in his work is this Kubus sofa.
Leather
Pair of Josef Hoffmann Leather Kubus Armchairs by Wittmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare authentic pair of labeled leather Kubus armchairs or lounge chairs designed in 1910 by Austrian Vienna secession designer Josef Hoffmann (1870-1956 Austrian).
Leather, Beech
Sold
H 30.5 in W 36.5 in D 30.5 in
Pair of Authentic Leather Kubus Lounge Chairs by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Las Vegas, NV
All original pair of leather Kubus lounge chairs designed in 1910 by Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann.
Leather
Black Leather Kubus Sofa by Josef Hoffman for Wittmann
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Dronten, NL
Beautiful vintage leather Kubus sofa 8020 designed by Josef Hoffman for Wittmann.
Leather, Beech
Brown Leather Kubus Sofa and Matching Armchair by Josef Hoffman
By Alivar, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Dronten, NL
Beautiful vintage chocolate brown leather Kubus sofa 8020 and matching armchair designed by Josef Hoffman and made by Alivar.
Leather, Beech
Kubus Armchair by Josef Hoffmann Edition Wittmann 1970
By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann
Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR
The Kubus armchair, also known as the Quadrastil armchair, is a seat designed by the Art Nouveau designer Josef Hoffmann in 1910 for an exhibition held in Buenos Aires.
Leather
Pair of Brown Kubus Lounge Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, 1910
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Cubic armchairs in dark brown leather, designed in 1910 by Josef Hoffmann, architect and founder of the Wiener Werkstätte. Manufactured by Wittmann.
Metal
Wittmann Kubus Sofa by Josef Hoffmann 2-Seat, 1910
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Avignon, Vaucluse
Sofa designed by Josef Hoffmann (1870-1956) for Wittmann 2-seat 1910 World Exhibition Buenos Aires.
Leather
Kubus sofa by Josef Hoffmann
Located in Chicago, IL
Kubus sofa by Josef Hoffmann
Leather, Wood
Wittmann Kubus Armchair
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Houston, TX
A Classic example of Hoffmann’s strict geometrical lines and the quadratic theme in his work is the Kubus armchair, designed in 1910.
Beech, Leather
Kubus lounge chairs, pair by Josef Hoffmann
Located in Chicago, IL
Kubus lounge chairs, pair by Josef Hoffmann
Leather, Wood
Kubus lounge chairs, pair by Josef Hoffmann
Located in Chicago, IL
Kubus lounge chairs, pair by Josef Hoffmann
Leather, Wood
Nice Kubus set from Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann, Austria
Located in Sittard, NL
beautiful kubus set. Designed by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann , Austria. 3 seater and 2 armchairs.
Set of 4 Kubus chairs, Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann, Austria.
Located in Sittard, NL
beautiful kubus set of 4 in nice light blue color. Designed by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann , Austria.
Wittmann Kubus Leather Armchair Black
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Cologne, DE
We present to you a Wittmann Kubus leather armchair black. Product measurements in centimeters: Depth 80 Width 94 Height 74 Seat height 43 Rest height 74 Seat dep...
Leather
Wittmann Kubus Leather Armchair Black
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Cologne, DE
We present to you a Wittmann Kubus leather armchair black. Product measurements in centimeters: Depth 80 Width 94 Height 74 Seat height 43 Rest height 74 Seat de...
Leather
Wittmann Kubus Leather Armchair Set Black 2 Armchair
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Cologne, DE
We present to you a Wittmann Kubus leather armchair set black 2 armchair. Product measurements in centimeters: Depth 80 Width 94 Height 74 Seat height 43 Rest height...
Leather
$3,850 / set
H 37.8 in W 18.12 in D 18.9 in
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
Cane, Bentwood
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$6,649 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Noir Oxblood Lacquer by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Park nightstand is the epitome of exquisite craftsmanship, featuring meticulously proportioned dimensions and exceptional detailing that make it an ideal bedside companion. Our f...
Lacquer
$2,504 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 21.66 in
Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
$15,439 / item
H 32.68 in W 110.24 in D 40.56 in
Art Deco Sofa by Munna Design Studio with Velvet Upholstery
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
Velvet
Double Sided Chesterfield Sofa
Located in Westwood, NJ
This leather sofa is upholstered in our high-grade Newport Toffee leather. With tightly tufted backrests and seat cushions with high-density foam, with natural finish brass nailhead ...
Leather
Petite Viennese Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Chandelier, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Contemporary production Petite Viennese chandelier, design from the early period of the early 20th century All components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge ...
Brass
$1,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.25 in W 16.25 in D 18.5 in
Josef Hoffmann 'Fledermaus Bat' Chair Model No.728
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Basel, BS
Designed by the renowned Viennese architect Josef Hoffmann in 1907 for the Fledermaus Cafe in Vienna, this single "Fledermaus" Model number 728, aka "Bat" Cafe chair features black u...
Leather, Faux Leather, Beech
$2,487 / item
H 8.67 in W 11.82 in D 4.34 in
Josef Hoffmann/Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Brass Wall Light, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Great example from the early, puristic phase of Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstaette. Brass varnished or nickel-plated optionally, other surfaces available. All components acc...
Brass
$2,197Sale Price|71% Off
H 33 in W 35 in D 45 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Prisma Armchair Rocker Lounge 1984, Memphis era
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin 1984 Prisma collection armchair rocker lounge. This item is on Clearance. Clearance listings are priced for quick and final sale. No holds. They te...
Steel
$17,326 / set
H 40.56 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Josef Hoffmann attr. Pair of Extraordinary Chairs 1905-10 Jugendstil Art Nouveau
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
A pair of extraordinary chairs in the style of the early Josef Hoffmann furniture. The significant skids were used by Hoffmann in the early years of the Wiener Werkstätte from 1903 o...
Fabric, Wood
$7,372 / item
H 19.69 in W 16.15 in D 10.63 in
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte Brass & Silk Desk Lamp, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A Josef Hoffmann table lamp with a fabric-shade - different Colors are available Originally manufactured at the Wiener Werkstätte Atelier, now custom-made production at the Woka Lamp...
Brass
$1,360 / item
H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Jean Prouvé Tabouret Solvay / Bois Stool in Solid Natural Walnut by Vitra
By Jean Prouvé, Vitra
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Tabouret Bois (Solvay) is designed by Jean Prouvé and manufactured by Vitra. The design of the Tabouret Bois clearly bears the signature of Jean Prouvé. The shape is based on the...
Metal
The Austrian architect Josef Hoffmann was a central figure in the evolution of modern design, and a leader in an aesthetic movement born in Europe in the late 19th century that rejected florid, extravagant ornamentation in favor of a new emphasis on simplicity of line.
As a founder of the Vienna Secession — a union of artists and designers determined to upend Austria’s artistic conservatism — and later, a founder of the turn-of-the-century Wiener Werkstätte (in English: the Viennese Workshops), a design cooperative that produced superbly crafted furniture and housewares, Hoffmann was a pioneering practitioner of what would become a fundamental principle of modernism: that good design is a way of life.
Hoffmann came of age amidst a shift in the culture of the applied arts, as a conservative order that looked only to the past for inspiration was pushed aside. But what, exactly, would replace that order was in question — and Hoffmann’s career embodies the developing patterns of design’s new spirit. His architectural work reflects his time as a student of the Vienna architect Otto Wagner, who disdained excessive decoration and employed new materials such as steel girders and reinforced concrete to create buildings with airy, open interiors full of light.
As a designer of furniture and interiors, Hoffmann was consistently open-minded about the aesthetics he explored. He was an early adherent of the flowing, organic forms of the Art Nouveau design movement that began to flourish in the late 1880s — but by the opening of the Wiener Werkstätte in 1903, Hoffmann’s designs embraced the beauty of geometry in pieces that feature grids and angular forms.
Hoffmann’s greatest works reflect his ability to combine seemingly conflicting design visions into coherent wholes. His architectural masterpiece, the Stoclet Palace in Brussels, has an exterior that groups together simple geometric forms and spacious interiors marked by subtly naturalistic design details that lend rooms an air of charm and geniality.
Hoffmann’s signature furniture design is an adjustable lounge chair — the Sitzmaschine (1905) — that marries a curving frame with square and rectangular back- and side rests. This piece, like so many others by Hoffmann, reflects a groundbreaking, forward-thinking appreciation for the union of different looks and sources that marks the best of interior design in our own day. Moreover, items offered on 1stDibs — which range from enameled silver jewelry, to silver flower vase baskets and other decorative objects, to sofas, lighting pendants and sconces — testify to the astonishing breadth of Hoffman’s creative pursuits. He was truly a giant of design.
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.