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Jacob and Josef Kohn Benches

While the first name that comes to mind when thinking of bentwood furniture might be Thonet (maker of the iconic Thonet No. 14 chair or “bistro chair”), Michael Thonet and his subsequent studio, the Gebrüder Thonet (Thonet Brothers), had a strong competitor in 19th-century Vienna: Jacob & Josef Kohn (also referred to as J. & J. Kohn).

Founded in 1849 by a father and son with the motto “Be one step ahead,” Jacob & Josef Kohn created modern furniture for indoors and out from Austrian beech. At the turn of the 20th century, after establishing itself with mastery of everything from chairs to coatracks and even doll furniture, J. & J. Kohn began working closely with the Wiener Werkstätte, the artisan cooperative cofounded by Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann (Gustav Klimt and Koloman Moser were also members). Through this partnership, J. & J. Kohn produced an array of furniture in bentwood, cane and upholstery, which it sold through showrooms across Europe and North America. Its designs throughout the first decade of the 20th century reflect the Art Nouveau movement that was quickly gaining traction across Europe.

Price wars and mergers ensued during the First World War. Changes in the organizational structure of Thonet included a merger with Viennese company Mundus in the early 20th century, which followed Mundus’s becoming a majority stakeholder in J. & J. Kohn — these mergers yielded the formation of Mundus-Kohn and later, in 1922–23, Thonet-Mundus. The new conglomerate went on to produce examples of its bentwood furniture in keeping with the modern style of the Vienna Secession. While Thonet rebuilt, rebranded and expanded in the United States and elsewhere after World War II, J. & J. Kohn never produced furniture under that name again.

On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique J. & J. Kohn furniture including bentwood wingback chairs designed by Josef Hoffmann and other seating, side tables, beech nesting tables and more.

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Creator: Jacob and Josef Kohn
Josef Hoffmann 795 Barrel Ensemble , by J. & J. Kohn
Josef Hoffmann 795 Barrel Ensemble , by J. & J. Kohn

Josef Hoffmann 795 Barrel Ensemble , by J. & J. Kohn

By Josef Hoffmann, Jacob & Josef Kohn, Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

A rare Variation of Hoffmanns ‘720 Half-Barrel Settee Lit.: Die Wiener Werkstätte 1903-1932, Gabriele Fahr Becker, Taschen Verlag S. 106 Material: Bentwood and Plywood.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Jacob and Josef Kohn Benches

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Beech

Original Josef Hoffmann & J. & J. Kohn Bench Vienna Secession, 1901
Original Josef Hoffmann & J. & J. Kohn Bench Vienna Secession, 1901

Original Josef Hoffmann & J. & J. Kohn Bench Vienna Secession, 1901

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

A very rare and early bench, obviously the role model for the famous Barrel chair #720 which was presented four years later, in 1905.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Jacob and Josef Kohn Benches

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Bentwood, Plywood

Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Cane Loveseat Settee Bench by JJ Kohn 1880/1920's
Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Cane Loveseat Settee Bench by JJ Kohn 1880/1920's

Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Cane Loveseat Settee Bench by JJ Kohn 1880/1920's

By Thonet, Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional bentwood settee, loveseat, bench, by J J Kohn. This charming bench is in excellent, original, clean and ready to use condition, free of damage or repairs. Executed in Au...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Jacob and Josef Kohn Benches

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Cane, Beech

Vienna Secession J. & J. Kohn Bench No. 67
Vienna Secession J. & J. Kohn Bench No. 67

Vienna Secession J. & J. Kohn Bench No. 67

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Vienna, AT

Extremely rare, beech bentwood frame with an embossed plywood seat and backrest. First time mentioned in the J. & J. Kohn catalog 1902 with the catalog no. 67. Still in original cond...

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Benches

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Beech, Bentwood, Plywood

J. & J. Kohn Bentwood and Rattan Bench, with Label, Austria, Circa 1900
J. & J. Kohn Bentwood and Rattan Bench, with Label, Austria, Circa 1900

J. & J. Kohn Bentwood and Rattan Bench, with Label, Austria, Circa 1900

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Beirut, LB

An elegant bentwood bench/sofa by the celebrated Austrian manufacturer J. & J. Kohn, dating to the turn of the 20th century. This exceptional piece exemplifies the artistry and innov...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Jacob and Josef Kohn Benches

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Cane, Bentwood

Vienna Secession Bench or Settee by Jacob and Josef Kohn, 1900s
Vienna Secession Bench or Settee by Jacob and Josef Kohn, 1900s

Vienna Secession Bench or Settee by Jacob and Josef Kohn, 1900s

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare Vienna Secession bench or settee. Design by Jacob and Josef Kohn. Striking Austrian design from the 1900s. Original lacquered beech and bentwood curved frame....

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Benches

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Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Original Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Bench/Settee, Early 20th Century  restored
Original Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Bench/Settee, Early 20th Century  restored

Original Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Bench/Settee, Early 20th Century restored

By Josef Hoffmann, Otto Prutscher, Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Vienna, AT

Attributed to either Josef Hoffmann or Otto Prutscher as both of the designers did similar objects in bentwood at this time, and both were using balls or olives for joining the legs ...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Jacob and Josef Kohn Benches

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Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

20th Century Art Nouveau "Fledermaus" Bentwood Seating Set by Kohn, AT ca. 1907
20th Century Art Nouveau "Fledermaus" Bentwood Seating Set by Kohn, AT ca. 1907

20th Century Art Nouveau "Fledermaus" Bentwood Seating Set by Kohn, AT ca. 1907

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Lovely early 20th century Art Nouveau bentwood seating set designed by the world renowed Austrian architect and founder of the "Wiener Werkstaette" - Josef Hoffmann for Jacob & Josef...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Jacob and Josef Kohn Benches

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Fabric, Bentwood

J & J Kohn Bench 1900 Vienna Secession Art Nouveau Bentwood Antique Thonet Style
J & J Kohn Bench 1900 Vienna Secession Art Nouveau Bentwood Antique Thonet Style

J & J Kohn Bench 1900 Vienna Secession Art Nouveau Bentwood Antique Thonet Style

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in London, GB

A gorgeous and extremely rare three-seater antique Art Nouveau Vienna Secession bentwood J & J Kohn bench in wonderful condition. Made by iconic Austrian father and son bentwood furn...

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1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Jacob and Josef Kohn Benches

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Bentwood

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Art Nouveau Bentwood Bench by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn, Austria, circa 1905

Art Nouveau Bentwood Bench by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn, Austria, circa 1905

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Bentwood Bench by J&J Kohn and Design Gustav Siegel, Austria, circa 1905

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Jacob And Josef Kohn benches for sale on 1stDibs.

Jacob and Josef Kohn benches are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Jacob and Josef Kohn benches, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original benches by Jacob and Josef Kohn were created in the Art Nouveau style in europe during the early 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider benches by Josef Hoffmann, and Thonet. Prices for Jacob and Josef Kohn benches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $4,383 and can go as high as $9,898, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,949.