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Josef Hoffmann Furniture

Austrian, 1870-1956

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.

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Creator: Josef Hoffmann
1920s Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstatte Silver Footed Bowl
1920s Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstatte Silver Footed Bowl

1920s Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstatte Silver Footed Bowl

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Brooklyn, NY

1920s. Silver footed bowl by famed designer Josef Hoffman and Wiener Werkstatte. Hoffman is a prolific designer who helped to cement the design of the Secessionist era. Werkstatte wa...

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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Silver

Originals 1905 of the Period Pair of Josef Hoffmann and Jacob &Josef Kohn Chairs
Originals 1905 of the Period Pair of Josef Hoffmann and Jacob &Josef Kohn Chairs

Originals 1905 of the Period Pair of Josef Hoffmann and Jacob &Josef Kohn Chairs

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Very early and important design by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn; horseshoe-shaped stand, each with two spheres under the corner joints of the seat, beechwood, light stained, polis...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Art Nouveau Chandelier, Re-Edition
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Art Nouveau Chandelier, Re-Edition

Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Art Nouveau Chandelier, Re-Edition

By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Before the funding of the historical Wiener Werkstätte, four pieces of this lamp were designed and manufactured for the Hochstetter Apartment. Now manufactured at the Woka Lamps Work...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

Set Of 6 Art Nouveau Dining Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, 20th Century, AT ca. 1901
Set Of 6 Art Nouveau Dining Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, 20th Century, AT ca. 1901

Set Of 6 Art Nouveau Dining Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, 20th Century, AT ca. 1901

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

We are very proud to offer you an absolutely gem of Art Nouveau furniture: an extremely rare set of 6 Art Nouveau dining chairs from the early 20th century around 1901, designed by none other than the famous Austrian architect Josef Hoffmann. J. Hoffmann was a pioneer in modern design and architecture and also renowed as the founder of the "Wiener Werkstaette" - a worldwide known, pioneering artcraft center in Vienna. Those kind of chairs could be found for example in one of the iconic Hoffmann villas that were built on the "Hohenwarte" - see picture #3. This timeless designed masterpieces were made of solid oakwood and come in perfect restored condition with an amazing looking new upholstery in finest suede (deerskin). These Vienesse secession...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Suede, Oak

Josef Hoffmann Villa Henneberg Jugendstil Wall or Ceiling Light, Re-Edition
Josef Hoffmann Villa Henneberg Jugendstil Wall or Ceiling Light, Re-Edition

Josef Hoffmann Villa Henneberg Jugendstil Wall or Ceiling Light, Re-Edition

By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Wall or ceiling light with mirror back side, handcut glass, designed by Josef Hoffmann for the Henneberg and the Spitzer mansion at the Villenkolonie Hohe Warte in Vienna. All compon...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Crystal, Brass

Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte, Palais Stoclet Dining Room Chandelier, Re Ed
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte, Palais Stoclet Dining Room Chandelier, Re Ed

Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte, Palais Stoclet Dining Room Chandelier, Re Ed

By Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Josef Hoffmann designed the Dining room at the famous Stoclet Palais in Brussels with this flush-mount fixture. Handchased Ornaments on a brass-rim, and fire-polished glass-balls. WW...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Crystal, Brass

Set of Beech Dining Chairs by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob & Josef Kohn
Set of Beech Dining Chairs by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob & Josef Kohn

Set of Beech Dining Chairs by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob & Josef Kohn

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Budapest, HU

Set of Two Beech Dining Chairs by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob & Josef Kohn This refined set of two dining chairs was designed by Josef Hoffmann for the renowned Austrian firm Jacob & J...

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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Leather, Beech

Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte Flush Mount Light, Re Edition
Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte Flush Mount Light, Re Edition

Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte Flush Mount Light, Re Edition

By Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Flush - lamp from the showrooms of the Wiener Werkstaette used by Hoffmann in several variations. Hammered originally. Works-number M115, pattern-book of the Wiener Werkstaette: WWMB...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

Customizable Wittmann Club 1910 Leather Lounge Chair by Josef Hoffmann
Customizable Wittmann Club 1910 Leather Lounge Chair by Josef Hoffmann

Customizable Wittmann Club 1910 Leather Lounge Chair by Josef Hoffmann

By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann

Located in New York, NY

This 1910 design is testimony to the diversity of Josef Hoffmann’s work.

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2010s Austrian Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Leather, Fabric

Josef Hoffmann 'Buenos Aires' Suite by J&J Kohn, Austria, Early 20th Century
Josef Hoffmann 'Buenos Aires' Suite by J&J Kohn, Austria, Early 20th Century

Josef Hoffmann 'Buenos Aires' Suite by J&J Kohn, Austria, Early 20th Century

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Austin, TX

A wonderful Vienna Secessionist parlor suite by Josef Hoffman, manufactured before 1920 by J & J Kohn, Vienna, Austria. The suite comprised of a settee and pair of armchairs or club ...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Leather, Beech

Josef Hoffmann for the Wiener Werkstaette Paiais Stoclet, Re Edition
Josef Hoffmann for the Wiener Werkstaette Paiais Stoclet, Re Edition

Josef Hoffmann for the Wiener Werkstaette Paiais Stoclet, Re Edition

By Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte

Located in Vienna, AT

DeDesign for the Hall at the first floor at the Stoclet Palais in Brussels. See the enclosed drawing made by Hoffmann with the archive# M997sign for the Hall at the first floor at th...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

Original of the Time Josef Hoffmann Jacob&Josef Kohn Coffee Table
Original of the Time Josef Hoffmann Jacob&Josef Kohn Coffee Table

Original of the Time Josef Hoffmann Jacob&Josef Kohn Coffee Table

By Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps, Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Vienna, AT

A petite coffee table by Josef Hoffmann from 1905 made by J&J Kohn in beechwood.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Beech

Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Pendant Lantern, Re-Edition
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Pendant Lantern, Re-Edition

Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Pendant Lantern, Re-Edition

By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

A pendant version of the very early Josef Hoffmann table lamp design Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

Extremely Rare Chair from the Grabenkaffehaus, Vienna 1, Graben, Original
Extremely Rare Chair from the Grabenkaffehaus, Vienna 1, Graben, Original

Extremely Rare Chair from the Grabenkaffehaus, Vienna 1, Graben, Original

By Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH

Located in Vienna, AT

Extremely rare chair from the Grabenkaffehaus, Vienna 1, Graben 29a - Trattnerhof Stained and polished beechwood, upholstery not original.

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1910s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Beech

Black Dining Armchairs designed by Josef Hoffmann for Mundus, Yugoslavia 1960s
Black Dining Armchairs designed by Josef Hoffmann for Mundus, Yugoslavia 1960s

Black Dining Armchairs designed by Josef Hoffmann for Mundus, Yugoslavia 1960s

By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet-Mundus

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find rare vintage dining chairs designed by Josef Hoffmann for Mundus - Model Prague. Chairs are done in black painted beech bentwood with cane seats and bac...

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1960s Croatian Art Nouveau Vintage Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Cane, Beech

Josef Hoffmann Office Chair With Porcelain Caster Wheels For FISCHEL 1910s
Josef Hoffmann Office Chair With Porcelain Caster Wheels For FISCHEL 1910s

Josef Hoffmann Office Chair With Porcelain Caster Wheels For FISCHEL 1910s

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Čelinac, BA

Josef Hoffmann Office Chair With Porcelain Caster Wheels for Fischel 19010s

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Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Bentwood

Thonet Table by Josef Hoffmann
Thonet Table by Josef Hoffmann

Thonet Table by Josef Hoffmann

By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Thonet table by Josef Hoffmann in very good original condition with signs of use.

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1920s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Metal

Fledermaus Dining Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, Beech Wood, Red Velvet
Fledermaus Dining Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, Beech Wood, Red Velvet

Fledermaus Dining Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, Beech Wood, Red Velvet

By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann

Located in Zevenaar, NL

Fledermaus Chairs by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann, 1980s Fledermaus set in Art Nouveau style consisting of four chairs, executed by the company Wittmann. The design is by Josef Hoffm...

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1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Cotton, Beech, Bentwood

Restored Art Nouveau Seating Set, By J.F.M. Hoffmann, Beech, Austria, 1910s
Restored Art Nouveau Seating Set, By J.F.M. Hoffmann, Beech, Austria, 1910s

Restored Art Nouveau Seating Set, By J.F.M. Hoffmann, Beech, Austria, 1910s

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Armchair dimensions: Height: 75 cm (29.5 in) Width: 55 cm (21.6 in) Depth: 47 cm (18.5 in) Seat: 45 cm (17.7 in) Sofa dimensions: Height: 75 cm (29.5 in) Width: 123 cm (48.4 in) Dep...

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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer, Fabric, Beech

Josef Hoffmann per Ligna/Thonet
Josef Hoffmann per Ligna/Thonet

Josef Hoffmann per Ligna/Thonet

$762Sale Price / item|20% Off

Josef Hoffmann per Ligna/Thonet

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Lugo, IT

Otto sedie disegnate da Josef Hoffman per Ligna. Buone condizioni e due sedute con la paglia rifatta. Grazie

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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Wood

Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstatte Gitterwork Wall Lamp, Re Edition
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstatte Gitterwork Wall Lamp, Re Edition

Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstatte Gitterwork Wall Lamp, Re Edition

By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte

Located in Vienna, AT

A very modern wall lamp from 1903 "Gitterwork" at its finest. Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures. Orig...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

Office chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann
Office chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann

Office chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann

By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Office chair no.811 designed in late 1920s by Josef Hoffmann in excellent original condition with hand woven cane seat and backrest.

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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Art Nouveau Glass and Brass Pende, Re-Edition
Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Art Nouveau Glass and Brass Pende, Re-Edition

Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Art Nouveau Glass and Brass Pende, Re-Edition

By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Very important early design by Josef Hoffmann. See figure: The Studio 1906, C14 Art Revival in Austria brass, crystal-glass, opaline-glass on the chain. Length custom-made All comp...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

Original Josef Hoffmann & Jacob & Josef Kohn "24-Ball" Table #1263
Original Josef Hoffmann & Jacob & Josef Kohn "24-Ball" Table #1263

Original Josef Hoffmann & Jacob & Josef Kohn "24-Ball" Table #1263

By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Vienna, AT

Six balls connect each of the four columns, bent beech and plywood, dyed to rosewood and polished, surface slightly refreshed, top with glass, base covered with very fine hammered brass, very good original condition G. Renzi, Il mobile moderno, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna, Jacob & Josef Kohn, Milan, 2008, pp. 220 f This table follows the same concept as the "Seven Ball Chair...

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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Beech, Plywood

Brass Wall or Ceiling Lamp by Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Design, Re-Edition
Brass Wall or Ceiling Lamp by Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Design, Re-Edition

Brass Wall or Ceiling Lamp by Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Design, Re-Edition

By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Wall or ceiling light with mirror back side, pictured in nickel Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures N...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

Josef Hoffmann Mid-Century Modern Brass Chandelier "Villa Ast", Re-Edition
Josef Hoffmann Mid-Century Modern Brass Chandelier "Villa Ast", Re-Edition

Josef Hoffmann Mid-Century Modern Brass Chandelier "Villa Ast", Re-Edition

By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Chandelier, originally in a more opulent version designed for the Country House "AST" in Carinthia, Josef Hoffmann has preferred in the 1950s the more puristic version Most componen...

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2010s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

1920s Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Chairs, No. 811 for Thonet, Czechoslovakia
1920s Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Chairs, No. 811 for Thonet, Czechoslovakia

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

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1920s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Bentwood

Modern Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Hand Cut Glass Wall or Ceiling Lamp, Re Edition
Modern Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Hand Cut Glass Wall or Ceiling Lamp, Re Edition

Modern Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Hand Cut Glass Wall or Ceiling Lamp, Re Edition

By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Wall or ceiling light with mirror back side, handcut glass, designed in 1901 for the Henneberg Mansion at the Hohe Warte in Vienna. All components according to the UL regulations, w...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

Secessionist Josef Hoffmann Flush Mount Chandelier Re-Edition, Custom Made
Secessionist Josef Hoffmann Flush Mount Chandelier Re-Edition, Custom Made

Secessionist Josef Hoffmann Flush Mount Chandelier Re-Edition, Custom Made

By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

A variation of the very important chandelier for the Henneberg House, built in 1900 on the outskirts of Vienna, were Hoffmann was responsible for the design and construction of eight...

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2010s Austrian Vienna Secession Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

Dressing Table No.1134 by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn
Dressing Table No.1134 by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn

Dressing Table No.1134 by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn

By Josef Hoffmann, Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Dressing table No.1134 by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn in very good original condition.

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte  "Fabric Department" Chandelier, Re Edition
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte  "Fabric Department" Chandelier, Re Edition

Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte "Fabric Department" Chandelier, Re Edition

By Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

A simple but sensational fixture, designed by Josef Hoffmann, for the fabric department of the Wiener Werkstaette on Kaerntnerstrasse in Vienna. Style and color of the fabric custom ...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Silk

Pair of Original Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte Chairs 1904 Jugendstil
Pair of Original Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte Chairs 1904 Jugendstil

Pair of Original Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte Chairs 1904 Jugendstil

By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte

Located in Vienna, AT

Josef Hoffmann designed in the early stages of the Wiener Werkstätte apartments for the Wittgenstein Family in Vienna and Berlin. The significant pattern from this period were the st...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

J.&J. Kohn – Josef Hoffmann – Sofa – “Fledermaus” – Black Beech & Red Leather
J.&J. Kohn – Josef Hoffmann – Sofa – “Fledermaus” – Black Beech & Red Leather

J.&J. Kohn – Josef Hoffmann – Sofa – “Fledermaus” – Black Beech & Red Leather

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Budapest, HU

Rare Josef Hoffmann “Fledermaus” sofa, designed circa 1900–1910 for J.&J. Kohn, Austria. A striking example of Viennese Jugendstil, this early modernist piece features a bent beechwo...

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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Leather, Beech

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 Josef Hoffmann, Jacob & Josef Kohn

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 Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Fabric, Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann Ceiling Lamp Wiener Werkstaette for Karl Wittgenstein, Re-Edition
Josef Hoffmann Ceiling Lamp Wiener Werkstaette for Karl Wittgenstein, Re-Edition

Josef Hoffmann Ceiling Lamp Wiener Werkstaette for Karl Wittgenstein, Re-Edition

By Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Ceiling-lamp for the hunting-lodge of Karl Wittgenstein, the father of the philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein material: solid brass, surface varnished or nickel-plated, all other surfac...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

Wiener Werkstaette Josef Hoffmann "Graben Cafe" 55 Pendant Re-Edition
Wiener Werkstaette Josef Hoffmann "Graben Cafe" 55 Pendant Re-Edition

Wiener Werkstaette Josef Hoffmann "Graben Cafe" 55 Pendant Re-Edition

By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

Originally a Josef Hoffmann design for the Staekelborg, Knips and for the Berta Zuckerkandl Mansion. This one was designed for the famous Graben Cafè in Vienna - Comes in all sizes. ...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

Josef Hoffmann Gueridon, circa 1910, Austria
Josef Hoffmann Gueridon, circa 1910, Austria

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 condition. 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 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 these pages, which range from enameled silver jewelry, to a silver flower vase basket, to lighting pendants and sconces...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Bentwood

Piano or Library-Lamp by Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätt Re-Edition
Piano or Library-Lamp by Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätt Re-Edition

Piano or Library-Lamp by Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätt Re-Edition

By Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Piano and library-lamp, comes out from the shelve and has a glare-screen, see details! Early 20th century 1903, hammered originally, can be manufactured hammered with an additional c...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, Model 511, for Thonet, Circa 1904, Austria
Pair of Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, Model 511, for Thonet, Circa 1904, Austria

Pair of Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, Model 511, for Thonet, Circa 1904, Austria

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Girona, Spain

DESCRIPTION: Pair of Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, Model 511, for Thonet, Circa 1904, Austria. The frame is made of stained solid beech with a cane seat and the backrest with three turne...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Beech

19thc Original Gilt Bronze w/ Crystal Palm Tree Chandelier by Josef Hoffmann
19thc Original Gilt Bronze w/ Crystal Palm Tree Chandelier by Josef Hoffmann

19thc Original Gilt Bronze w/ Crystal Palm Tree Chandelier by Josef Hoffmann

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Opa Locka, FL

This stunning Gilt Bronze Palm Tree Chandelier was crafted by Josef Hoffmann and it is an Original circe 1890. Original Baccarat Crystal adorned. There are "re-edits" of the Hoffmann...

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19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Bronze

Art Nouveau Thonet Armchairs by Josef Hoffmann, White Lacquered, AT ca. 1905
Art Nouveau Thonet Armchairs by Josef Hoffmann, White Lacquered, AT ca. 1905

Art Nouveau Thonet Armchairs by Josef Hoffmann, White Lacquered, AT ca. 1905

By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Fantastic pair of white Art Nouveau Thonet armchairs from the period around 1905 in Austria. The timeless design of this iconic Art Nouveau armchairs comes from the pen of no other t...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Fabric, Bentwood

Fledermaus seating group by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob Josef Kohn
Fledermaus seating group by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob Josef Kohn

Fledermaus seating group by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob Josef Kohn

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Fledermaus seating group by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob Josef Kohn. Restored 2 years ago into new leather, new french polish was applied. sofa - 130x58x81cm 2x armchair - 57x52x77cm 4...

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Early 1900s Czech Vienna Secession Antique Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Leather, Beech, Bentwood

Pair Of Art Nouveau Thonet Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, 1st edition! - CZ ca. 1906
Pair Of Art Nouveau Thonet Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, 1st edition! - CZ ca. 1906

Pair Of Art Nouveau Thonet Chairs by Josef Hoffmann, 1st edition! - CZ ca. 1906

By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Very rare pair of the first edition(!) of bentwood chairs by Thonet from the early 20th century, produced by Thonet in Bohemia. Designed around 1906 by none other than the world reno...

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Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Leather, Bentwood

Fledermaus Seating Group by Josef Hoffmann Ex. by Wittmann Wien
Fledermaus Seating Group by Josef Hoffmann Ex. by Wittmann Wien

Fledermaus Seating Group by Josef Hoffmann Ex. by Wittmann Wien

By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Fledermaus seating group by Josef Hoffmann ex. by Wittmann Wien circa 1950. Original vintage condition with signs of use. Sofa: wxdxh 119x50x74 seat height 44cm Armchair: wxdxh 56x50...

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1950s Slovak Vienna Secession Vintage Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Beech

Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Haus Ast Pendant, Re Edition
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Haus Ast Pendant, Re Edition

Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Haus Ast Pendant, Re Edition

By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Haus Ast Pendant Hoffmann WW 1909 Pendant - Art Deco, Jugendstil, Secession Style, Wiener Werkstaette Style Most components according to the...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstätte Shot-Server, Silver Plated, Re Edition
Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstätte Shot-Server, Silver Plated, Re Edition

Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstätte Shot-Server, Silver Plated, Re Edition

By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstätte shot-server, silver plated, Re edition Hammered brass-silver plated

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Silver Plate, Brass

Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstaette, Fashion House Pende Re-Edition
Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstaette, Fashion House Pende Re-Edition

Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstaette, Fashion House Pende Re-Edition

By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

First Floor Wiener Werkstaette Fashion House, Vienna 1. Kärntnerstrasse 41. USA and CAN: All electrical components according to the UL regulations. With an additional charge the fixt...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Pendant, Re-Edition
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Pendant, Re-Edition

Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Pendant, Re-Edition

By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte

Located in Vienna, AT

Material: brass laquered or nickel plated. Silk-shade comes in any colour. White inside. handmade. The bottom is covered with a hardened opaline-glass in a brass-frame different size...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

Materials

Brass

Josef Hoffmann Seating Group
Josef Hoffmann Seating Group

Josef Hoffmann Seating Group

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in New York, NY

This Austrian seating group was designed by Josef Hoffmann, the leading architect of the Viennese Secession movement of the early 20th century, and executed by the firm of Josef and Jacob Kohn, craftsmen of the Wiener Werkstaette collaborative group. The original good finish as been carefully restored and the three piece suite has been recently reupholstered in a reissued Josef Hoffmann fabric...

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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Beech

Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Pende, Re Edition
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Pende, Re Edition

Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Pende, Re Edition

By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

An elegant and delicate pendant designed by Josef Hoffmann Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

J.&J. Kohn – Josef Hoffmann – Armchair – “Fledermaus”
J.&J. Kohn – Josef Hoffmann – Armchair – “Fledermaus”

J.&J. Kohn – Josef Hoffmann – Armchair – “Fledermaus”

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Budapest, HU

J.&J. Kohn – Josef Hoffmann – Armchair – “Fledermaus” – Black-Finished Beech & Red Leather – Austria, Jugendstil, circa 1900–1910 A rare and authentic Josef Hoffmann-designed Fleder...

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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Leather, Beech

Flush Mount Josef Hoffmann&Wiener Werksaette Apptm Wittgenstein, Re Edition
Flush Mount Josef Hoffmann&Wiener Werksaette Apptm Wittgenstein, Re Edition

Flush Mount Josef Hoffmann&Wiener Werksaette Apptm Wittgenstein, Re Edition

By Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte

Located in Vienna, AT

Very elaborate hammered and chased flush fixture for the Dr Hermann Wittgenstein appartment in Vienna All components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we wi...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Brass

"Austrian Applied Arts" Book
"Austrian Applied Arts" Book

"Austrian Applied Arts" Book

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in New York, NY

One-volume survey of "Austrian Applied Arts", primarily Secession, with an introduction by Josef Hoffmann. Published in 1930 by Heinz & Co. Organized by t...

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1930s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Paper

Josef Hoffmann Armchair – Model No. A 811/F for Thonet
Josef Hoffmann Armchair – Model No. A 811/F for Thonet

Josef Hoffmann Armchair – Model No. A 811/F for Thonet

By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet

Located in Budapest, HU

Josef Hoffmann Armchair – Model No. A 811/F for Thonet (1900s) This exquisite armchair, Model No. A 811/F, designed by the renowned architect and designer Josef Hoffmann for Thonet ...

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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Reed, Beech

Set of Four Josef Hoffmann Armloffel Chairs Made by Wittmann, Austria
Set of Four Josef Hoffmann Armloffel Chairs Made by Wittmann, Austria

Set of Four Josef Hoffmann Armloffel Chairs Made by Wittmann, Austria

By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann

Located in Praha, CZ

- Chairs designed by Josef Hoffmann and made by Wittmann of Austria - Originally designed in 1908, these examples are from the latter part of the 20th century. - Ebonized ash fram...

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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Wood, Leather

Eight Josef Hoffmann "Fledermaus" Dining Chairs for Thonet.  Original, 1930s.
Eight Josef Hoffmann "Fledermaus" Dining Chairs for Thonet.  Original, 1930s.

Eight Josef Hoffmann "Fledermaus" Dining Chairs for Thonet. Original, 1930s.

By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Kansas City, MO

The Iconic Fledermaus (German for "bat") chairs designed by the visionary Austrian architect and designer Josef Hoffmann in 1907 for the Cabaret Fledermaus in Vienna. It is a hallmar...

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1930s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Upholstery, Beech

Art Nouveau Fledermaus Chairs by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann, set of 3
Art Nouveau Fledermaus Chairs by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann, set of 3

Art Nouveau Fledermaus Chairs by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann, set of 3

By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Zevenaar, NL

Fledermaus set in Art Nouveau style consisting of three chairs, executed by the company Wittmann. The design is by Josef Hoffmann from 1905 for the Cabaret Fledermaus and was origina...

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1980s German Bauhaus Vintage Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Cotton, Beech

Outdoor/Indoor Luminaire Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Wall Lamp, Re Edition
Outdoor/Indoor Luminaire Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Wall Lamp, Re Edition

Outdoor/Indoor Luminaire Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Wall Lamp, Re Edition

By Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte

Located in Vienna, AT

Outdoor luminaire from Josef Hoffmann 1904 for the Sanatorium Purkersdorf. Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fi...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann Furniture

Materials

Brass

Josef Hoffmann Silver Bowl for Wiener Werkstätte, Art Deco, 16.5\"
Josef Hoffmann Silver Bowl for Wiener Werkstätte, Art Deco, 16.5\"

Josef Hoffmann Silver Bowl for Wiener Werkstätte, Art Deco, 16.5\"

By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

A silver bowls hand carved, made of silver and hallmarked on the lower bottom. In style of Wiener Werkstätte, Vienna Wokshop, designed by Josef Hoffmann Austria, circa 1920.

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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Josef Hoffmann Furniture

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Silver

Josef Hoffmann furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Josef Hoffmann furniture 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 Josef Hoffmann furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 229 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 139 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Josef Hoffmann were created in the Art Nouveau style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Wiener Werkstätte, Koloman Moser, and Woka Lamps. Prices for Josef Hoffmann furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $399 and can go as high as $99,099, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,347.
Questions About Josef Hoffmann Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    The difference between Loos and Hoffmann comes down to their design philosophies and styles. Austrian and Czechoslovak architect Adolf Loos was a forerunner of the International Style and exercised immense restraint in his building projects as well as his designs for chairs, tables, storage pieces and other furniture, and wrote prolifically on his disdain for taking a decorative approach to architecture. 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 a simplicity of line. As a founder of both the Vienna Secession — a union of artists and designers determined to upend Austria’s artistic conservatism — and the 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. While Loos believed that art and the design and production of everyday items were distinct fields, Hoffmann wished to infuse art into architecture and furniture. Shop a range of Adolf Loos and Josef Hoffmann furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    Josef Hoffmann invented the Sitzmaschine, an adjustable lounge chair that the Austrian designer unveiled in 1905. Literally called a “machine for sitting,” it was originally created for a sanatorium in Purkersdorf, near Vienna. It has a curving frame with square and rectangular back and side rests. Like so many other designs by Hoffmann, this piece reflects a forward-thinking appreciation for the union of different sources, here the Arts and Crafts movement and modern design. Find a collection of Josef Hoffmann furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.