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.
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Pendant, Re-Edition
By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps
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...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Silk & Brass Moldauer Pende, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
For the residence of the Banker Dr Dietrich Moldauer material: Patinated brass, silk, all other colors are possible. Literature: Sekler, Josef Hoffmann – Das architektonische Werk, S...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Hanging Lamp Chandelier, Pendant, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A hanging lamp with chased rosebuds on the rim, glass-hangings and fabric in the requested Color. Comp WW Archive, Museum of Applied Arts Vienna MAK, wall Vase, No. S 2243, Expertise...
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Josef Hoffmann Koloman Moser Wiener Werkstaette Pende, re Edition
By Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Frequently used by Josef Hoffmann and Koloman Moser in their early works for the Wiener Werkstätte Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will...
Brass
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 ...
Silk
Wiener Werkstaette Josef Hoffmann "Graben Cafe" 45 Pendant Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
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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Wiener Werkstaette Josef Hoffmann "Graben Cafe" 55 Pendant Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
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. ...
Brass
$5,935 / item
Josef Hoffmann WW Sconces Wall Lamp Re Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Very Elaborate Hand chased sconces, designed by Josef Hoffmann and originally manufactured at the historical Wiener Werkstaette. A longer Version was made for the Cafe Sabarsky at th...
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Josef Frank Fabric /Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstaette Table Lamp, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
An extremely elaborate table lamp in the famous Hoffmann design from the 1920s. chased/hammered brass, the hand-sewn fabric-shades with colorful designs by Josef Frank, WW-Modell Nr ...
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Cubistic Josef Hoffmann / Wiener Werkstätte Table Lamp, Re Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Sensational design from the founding period of the historical Wiener Werkstaette. If one consider, that the term Cubism was common several years later, one can imagine how much Josef...
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Josef Hoffmann & Josef Frank & Wiener Werkstaette Ball Table Lamp, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Josef Frank, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
1920 designed Josef Hoffmann chased brass lamp base, different finishes available. Hand sewn Lamp Shade with a Josef Frank fabric, different patterns available. Sample book of the Wi...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann / Wiener Werkstätte Jugendstil/ Art Nouveau Table Lamp Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A very early design by Josef Hoffmann for the Sanatorium Purkersdorf Veranda, later used at the Cabaret Fledermaus. Published in Deutsche Kunst und Dekoration 1906. Hoffmann was comm...
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Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte Flush Mount Light, Re Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
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...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann/Wiener Werkstaette Moldauer Brass and Silk Chandelier, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
This chandelier is an excellent example for Hoffmanns way from the geometrical reduction - started 1901 by him, to the neoclassical direction, which he started, circa 1909, on the wo...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann for the Wiener Werkstaette Silk & Brass Table Lamp, Re Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
For the Villa Pickler, Budapest, 1909, originally manufactured at the Wiener Werkstatte, reproduced at Woka Lamps, Vienna in 2003 on the occasion of the centennial of the founding of...
Brass
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
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Hanging Lamp Chandelier, Pendant, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Josef Hoffmann&Wiener Werkstaette hanging lamp chandelier, pendant. Re-edition Single pendant! Lenght custom made Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additio...
Crystal, Brass
Josef Hoffmann for the Wiener Werkstätte Jugendstil Wall Lamp, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
A design for the Purkersdorf Sanatorium near Vienna. Originally manufactured at the Wiener Werkstaette, now manufactured at the WOKA workshop in Vienna. All components according to ...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Haus Ast Pendant, Re Edition
By Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
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...
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Koloman Moser and Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Chandelier, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Koloman Moser
Located in Vienna, AT
A very nice version from the often used design by Koloman Moser as well as by Josef Hoffmann, the total drop will be custom made. Originally manufactured at the Wiener Werkstaette A...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann&Wiener Werkstätte Wittgenstein Silk&Brass Table Lamp, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
ppartement Jerome und Margaret Stonborough-Wittgenstein, Berlin. Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.
Brass
Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstaette Art Deco Ceiling Lamp, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
A very modern chandelier, which also can be made in other sizes. Available in different sizes. Originally manufactured at the Wiener Werkstaette Atelier, now custom made production ...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann Pendant/ Chandelier Re-Edition for the Apptm. Gustav Pollak
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
For the appartment Gustav Pollak, in Vienna 1040 Total drop is custom made USA and CAN: All electrical components according to the UL regulations. With an additional charge the fixtu...
Brass
$11,985 / item
Palmanova Chandelier Design, Re-edition
By Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Based on the famous Palme, designed by Josef Hoffmann, WOKA has made this beautiful chandelier Total drop custom! Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additiona...
Crystal, Brass
$1,392
H 22.45 in W 7.09 in D 9.85 in
Large height-adjustable table lamp in the style of the Wiener Werkstätte; Josef
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Purkersdorf, AT
This extravagant table lamp dates from the late Art Nouveau period. This outstanding design is inspired by Josef Hoffmann's lamp designs for the Wiener Werkstätte. Solid nickel-plate...
Brass, Nickel
Jugendstil Pendant, circa 1910
Located in Wien, Au
Jugendstil pendant, circa 1910 Polished and stove enamelled Glass sticks replaced (new).
Brass
Hand-Carved Amber Alabaster Pendant Light, Jugendstil, Sweden, 1910
Located in New York, NY
A natural, amber toned alabaster is a warm sleek pendant with crystal, rather than mineral, veining. Suspended on three electrified ropes from a matching alabaster canopy, the light ...
Alabaster
Viennese Hanging Lamp circa 1905 with Loetz Lamp Shade Koloman Moser
By Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Wien, Au
Viennese hanging lamp, circa 1905 with Loetz lampshade Glass Shade Koloman Moser polished and stove enameled The length of the chandelier is easy adjustable for rooms of differing...
Brass
Kawa Pendant Light from Souda, Porcelain Hanging Lamp, In Stock
By Luft Tanaka, Souda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Souda's Kawa Pendant Lights are slip cast porcelain directly into dozens of leather molds resulting in highly-unique ceramic shades. The finalized pendant lights are dynamic and high...
Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain, Pottery
$2,910
H 44.89 in Dm 26.38 in
Hugo Gorge Six Light Brass Chandelier, Viennese Modern Age, 1930s, Austria
By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Hugo Gorge
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Very rare and elegant Viennese Modern Age bronzed brass chandelier designed by Professor Hugo Gorge and manufactured by Melzer & Neuhardt in Vienna, Au...
Bronze
$11,132 / item
H 35.44 in Dm 47.25 in
Soho Chandelier, Contemporary, Sculptural in Brass with Silk Coral Lampshades
By Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
This contemporary three-tier chandelier by Margit Wittig features sculptural components with organic and subtle textures, all cast and treated with multiple layers of patina in her L...
Composition, Brass, Metal
Antique Art Nouveau Ceiling Lamp by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Purkersdorf, AT
Art Nouveau ceiling lamp. The design is attributed to Josef Hoffmann. This lamp is an original (and not a reissue). The cable and sockets (4 x E27) have been replaced.
Brass
$2,511
H 46.46 in Dm 5.52 in
Koloman Moser Attributed to Bakalowits & Söhne Pendants with loetz glass shade
By Koloman Moser, Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Wien, Au
Koloman Moser Attributed to Bakalowits & Söhne Pendants with loetz glass shade around 1908 The glass shades were obtained and from Bohemian glass manufacturers, amongst them also the...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann: Floor lamp model "Candelaber" for Wiener Werkstätte
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Purkersdorf, AT
Floor lamp made of teak, partly solid and partly veneered. The design is based on a floor lamp designed by Josef Hoffmann and produced by the Wiener Werkstätte, model name "Kandelab...
Brass
Hand-Carved Alabaster Pendant Light, Jugendstil Style, Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
Dramatically different, this deep, curved fixture has been recently rewired and is suspended from its brass canopy, on brass rods. As custom wiring is always included with our fixtur...
Alabaster
Antique Alabaster Pendant Light, Jugendstil, Sweden, Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
This type of alabaster is rarely seen and exists only in antique pieces. The creamy, curved bowl is swirled with warm clay-toned mineral deposits and has been polished to a high glos...
Alabaster
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Silk Fringe Pendant Light, Brass, 1960s Design
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Classic Scandinavian Mid Century Modern pendant by renowned Swedish designer Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Four layers of champagne col...
Brass
Jugendstil brass chandelier by Koloman Moser
By Koloman Moser
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Jugendstil brass chandelier by Koloman Moser in excellent condition.
Brass
$19,704 / item
H 43.31 in W 125.99 in D 86.62 in
Special Edition Spider Ceiling Light brass silk Italian Design by Diego Mardegan
By Diego Mardegan
Located in London, GB
A very stunning ceiling light fixture special edition spider ceiling light with six sand coloured silk on parchment shades held to a brass metal f...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann&Wiener Werkstätte "Graben Cafe Pur" 55 Pendant Re Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Total drop custom made - different colours and sizes available Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.
Brass
Josef Hoffmann&Wiener Werkstätte "Graben Cafe Pur" 55 Pendant Re Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Total drop custom made - different colours and sizes available Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.
Brass
Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstätte Jugendstil Chandelier, Re Edtion
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Important design by Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstätte for the apartment Dr Hermann Wittgenstein in Vienna, Salesianergasse consist...
Brass
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H 39.38 in Dm 21.66 in
Josef Hoffmann&Wiener Werkstätte "Graben Cafe Pur" Silk/Brass Pendant Re Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Total drop custom made - different colours and sizes available. All components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.
Brass
Sold
H 39.38 in Dm 21.66 in
Josef Hoffmann&Wiener Werkstätte "Graben Cafe Pur" Silk/Brass Pendant Re Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Total drop custom made - different colours and sizes available All components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.
Brass
Sold
H 39.38 in Dm 21.66 in
Josef Hoffmann&Wiener Werkstätte "Graben Cafe Pur" Silk/Brass Pendant Re Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Total drop custom made - different colours and sizes available All components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.
Brass
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte Silk and Brass Chandelier, Re Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
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 ...
Silk
Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Floor Lamp, Re-Edition
By Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Designed for the head office of the then very famous tile manufacturer "Gebruder Schwadron", who also did the "Dianabad" in Vienna with sculptures of Michael Powolny and Otto Prutsch...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Ceiling Lamp, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
A pendant-lamp, very often used by Josef Hoffmann. Punched or plain, several finishes. Total drop custom made. Originally manufactured at the Wiener Werkstaette Atelier, now custom m...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Ceiling Lamp, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
A pendant-lamp, very often used by Josef Hoffmann. Punched or plain, several finishes. Total drop custom made. Originally manufactured at the Wiener Werkstaette Atelier, now custom ...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte Silk and Brass 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 ...
Silk
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H 11.03 in W 15.75 in D 7.88 in
Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte Jugendstil Wall Lamp, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
In addition to the magnificent Palme chandelier Solid brass, centrifugal casting in rubber-mould, crystal-glass. All components according to the UL regulations, with an additiona...
Crystal, Brass
Josef Hoffmann "Palme-Dubai" extend version with one more story
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
This is a larger version of the famous Josef Hoffmann Palme. Material used is brass in any finish, crystal-glass. Custom-made production at the...
Brass